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In this short and sweet episode join Carol and Andrea as they share their plans for the summer and keep you updated on things going on in Graz this summer.

Join Carol and Andrea as they catch up on spring updates in 30 min* and share how are they living up to their one word (if "one word" doesn't ring a bell, listen to this episode: https://spoti.fi/3FyLfw3) and remind you to keep focus on yours.

*trust us, we "timed" ourselves :)

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Enjoy some bonus content from our interview with Rachel Fox. 

If you are looking for a job (especially if you moved to a new town or country) or thinking about changing careers, this is an episode for you!!

In the second part of our two-part episode, Rachel Fox shares even more great information on how to get adjusted to living in Graz.

Listen to Rachel's recommendations on how to connect with other expats, where to meet new people, where to learn German, how to find a doctor and many other helpful tips and tricks. This is a must-hear for everyone living in Graz and the surrounding areas...it won't disappoint.

Find and connect with Rachel on her blog or Facebook Group:

https://ilovegraz.com/

https://www.facebook.com/ilovemygraz

After struggling to find information in her native language, Rachel Fox decided to take matters into her own hands. Her “I love Graz” blog is huge hit, as people search for guidance on childcare, financial advice, and where to find the best restaurants in town. Join us for the first of our two-part episode, as Rachel shares her own experiences living abroad and how she found the inspiration to reinvent herself.

Did you know that our member Shannon DiRuzzo, is the veterinarian for the largest worldwide collection of endangered species of turtles? 

Right here in Graz, Shannon and her husband are responsible for the conservation center, Turtle Island, working with approximately 240 different species of turtles. With around 2500 reptiles requiring care and support, Shannon and her team have their work cut out for them. 

Join us in this episode as we hear from Shannon about the conservation efforts of Turtle Island and how you can roll up your sleeves and get involved. 

Visit https://turtle-island.at/de for more information. 

On this episode of our IWA podcast, Carol interviews a member, and friend, of our sister organization, the AWA - International Women's Club in Vienna. Virginia Sheridan has lived in five different parts of the world on her life abroad journey. Listen in as she shares stories from her adventures, and gives great advice for those experiencing life outside of their home country.

In 2017, Carol used her one word for the year (listen to the "Throw Away Your Resolutions" episode :)) and followed it all the way to Spain. Join Andrea in this episode, as she asks Carol how her one word took her on the journey of a lifetime and taught her a few lessons along the way.

Do you know how many New Year’s resolutions fail every year? Are you tired of making lists every January, only to find that by the end of January, the list is thrown in the trash? Try something new this year and see how you can make a more positive impact on your 2022. Carol and Andrea walk you through a unique exercise that is sure to bring about different results in the new year. Give a listen to our first episode of 2022, and let us know if this “one word” gives you a new outlook.

From Cuba to Japan and everywhere in between, the IWA podcast team has a special episode on holiday traditions from around the world. Join Andrea and Carol and some of our IWA members as we share cultural, country, and family holiday traditions. Between tossing buckets of water out the door and lighting pudding on fire, this episode is sure to keep you intrigued and entertained!!

And from all of us here at the IWA podcast, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season!

Sources:

https://www.newsweek.com/10-weird-holiday-traditions-celebrated-around-world-757732

https://www.parcelforce.com/blog/need-to-know/unusual-holiday-traditions-around-the-world

https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/events/the-mummers-parade/