Mastering Communication

Irina Heegen is an expert in intercultural communication and cultural skills, and talks about her work with diverse cultural groups and how she navigates the different layers of culture on a daily basis.

Wim Elving has a strong background in psychology, and uses these insights in human connection and behavior to facilitate real change.

Nerea Quintana Álvarez works in account management, and has a knack for interpersonal communication in an international setting, especially surrounding topics that could be sensitive or even taboo in some cultures.

Irwan Juanda is an expert in communication on several levels. From interpersonal communication to social media, and from marketing to e-commerce. So how do all of these things work together?

Yannick Wassmer tackles wicked problems from systemic racism to climate change as an international facilitator. Today he shares how he tackles these turbulent conversations and uses his history and experience to guide people towards lasting and meaningful change. 

Erik Kostelijk is a marketing expert with a lot of insights on branding and intercultural communication. In this episode, he shares how he believes marketing and communication are connected, why he works in marketing and what mistakes brands can make when communicating across borders.

Jülide Kont is a current PhD candidate, and teacher at the Master International Communication. She is writing her PhD on resilience against disinformation, and shares her insights so far, both on her subject and on the experience of doing a PhD in the field of communication.

Irene Taroni explains why Intercultural Sensitivity really matters at the UN. She talks about her work at the UN, her experiences as a third-culture kid, and her work as a lecturer and coach at the Master International Communication at the Hanze UAS.

Trienke Drijfhout is a master in international communication. She shares her insights on and experiences with international communication to showcase how important and interesting this field can be.