José Luis Delgado is an economist with over 10 years of international experience in financial analysis, management control, accounts receivable, and foreign trade. He is an economics researcher and advisor to local governments in Argentina and the private sector in Turkey.

He is actively involved in media in Argentina and Turkey. He speaks English, Turkish, Russian, and Slovak.

In our conversation, José shares his extensive international experience, discussing his journey from Argentina to Turkey and beyond. He reflects on the cultural differences he encountered, the challenges of being a foreigner, and the importance of language and cultural integration throughout his multiple moves. Jose emphasizes the value of family and community upon returning to Argentina, and offers practical advice for those considering a move abroad.

You can find José Luis Delgado on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-delgado-tr/.

Keywords

international experience, cultural differences, living abroad, Argentina, Turkey, language integration, expat advice, family, community

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jose Luis Delgado

00:58 Journey of Moving Abroad

04:14 Cultural Expectations and Experiences

06:45 Differences in Treatment as a Foreigner

09:37 Navigating Student and Work Environments

13:08 Language and Cultural Integration

16:56 Cultural Exchange and Connection

17:52 Perceptions of Argentina Abroad

23:14 Embracing Change: The Decision to Move

24:55 Navigating New Beginnings: Adjusting to a New Environment

28:03 Resourcefulness in Transition: Lessons from Abroad

30:07 Returning Home: The Value of Community and Family

33:01 Cultural Reflections: Surprises in Returning to Argentina

38:24 Practical Advice for Moving Abroad: Preparing for the Journey

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Dr. Charlie Hunt is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Boise State University. He's the author of two books about the U.S. Congress, the co-host of the "Scandalized" podcast on the NPR Network, and he writes the Substack newsletter "You Are Here" about the intersection of place, politics, and poetry. More recently, Charlie and I started a side podcast called “Poetry Nook”, where we explore poetry and what it means to us from different angles. You can find our discussions once a month as part of his newsletter, You Are Here.

In this conversation, Charlie shares his journey through career transitions within academia, the significance of place in shaping identity, and the challenges of public engagement in academia. He discusses the importance of community and home, reflecting on how these concepts have evolved in his life. Charlie also offers practical advice for aspiring creatives within and beyond their 9-5 jobs, emphasizing the need to trust one's instincts and the value of starting from a blank slate.

You can find out more about Charlie on his website, read and watch his newsletter You Are Here on Substack and follow him on Instagram at @charliehunt.

Keywords

political science, career transitions, identity, home, community, public engagement, creative writing, personal growth, podcasting, newsletters

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Charlie Hunt

02:04 Charlie Hunt's Journey: From Writing to Political Science

10:19 The Importance of Place in Politics

16:15 Defining Home: Familiarity and Community

24:47 Finding Spaces for Creative Expression

25:11 Building Community in a Digital Age

27:36 Navigating Career Challenges and Creative Expression

32:21 The Importance of Support Systems

36:49 Lessons Learned and Advice for Others

40:18 Embracing Impermanence and Authenticity

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Veronica Bianchini is a Senior Strategic Customer Success Manager. Veronica was born in Argentina, in a multi-cultural household of first generation immigrants. After graduating as a Political Science major, she transitioned to a career in Market Insights. She has been living in London for the past 10 years, where she has worked in Market Research, Consulting and now Tech.

In this conversation, Veronica shares her journey of moving from Argentina to London, exploring the motivations behind her relocation, the cultural challenges she faced, and the personal growth she experienced. She discusses the importance of redefining success, the value of networking, and the lessons learned from her experiences abroad. Veronica emphasizes the need for resilience and an open mindset in navigating life as an expat, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace change and pursue their goals with confidence.

She also generously shared a couple of resources that helped her understand UK culture better. These are:

• Very British Problems (book, Insta, X)
• Watching the English (book)

You can find Veronica on LinkedIn and on Medium.

Keywords

expat life, cultural challenges, identity, success, networking, personal growth, career transitions, living abroad, resilience, opportunities

Chapters

00:00 Veronica's Immigrant Story

04:08 The Search for Identity and Belonging

07:03 Cultural Challenges of Being an Expat

10:00 Redefining Success in a New Country

13:10 Lessons from Different Cultures

15:55 The Joys of Achievements Abroad

18:47 Practical Steps to Home Ownership

21:52 Defining Personal Success

24:36 Navigating Regrets and Decisions

27:47 Building Networks and Relationships

30:34 Advice for New Expats

33:56 The Value of Mentorship

36:41 Final Thoughts and Advice

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Welcome to Lucky to Be Here!

In our first (short) episode, Dr. Analía Gómez Vidal, C.P.C. shares what this podcast is all about, along with some background about herself and the motivation behind creating Lucky to Be Here. She also shares more about what to expect in upcoming episodes and how you can join her in building the conversation and community around this project.

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Every other Wednesday, Lucky to Be Here showcases stories of big leaps to build a life and career across countries.

Join Dr. Analía Gómez Vidal, C.P.C., founder of AGV Services LLC and an expert in big, bold life and career transitions herself, and our guests to explore the nuances of their unique journeys and the universality of the human experience building our lives, careers, and ourselves across borders and circumstances.

Our goal? To show what is possible, to learn from one another, and to get inspired by their courage, their creativity, and their hope.

This is Lucky to Be Here. I am really glad you are.

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