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In this engaging episode of Worlds Collide, host Viktoria welcomes Steph, a fellow German expat who shares her fascinating journey across the United States. Both Viktoria and Steph have traversed similar paths, having lived in various parts of the U.S., and they bond over their shared experiences of adapting to new cultures and environments.

Listeners will hear about Steph's unexpected move to New Jersey, her life in Austin, Texas, and her initial relocation to California. Steph delves into the challenges and surprises of each move, from navigating the public school system in San Francisco to adjusting to the political climate in Texas. She also discusses the emotional and logistical aspects of frequent relocations, including the decision to move back to the UK for a year before returning to Austin.

Steph's story is a testament to the resilience and adaptability required for expat life. She talks about the importance of finding a sense of comfort and belonging within oneself and one's family, rather than relying solely on the location. Her experiences highlight the cultural differences between Europe and the U.S., and how these differences have shaped her perspective.

If you're curious about the expat life in the United States, the nuances of American culture, or the personal journey of a German native navigating life abroad, this episode is packed with valuable insights and personal anecdotes. Tune in to hear more about Steph's story and her reflections on living and working in the U.S.

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Keywords: Germany, United States, Expat Life, Moving Abroad, Cultural Adaptation, California, Texas, New Jersey, Public School System, Relocation, Family Life, Political Climate, Cultural Differences, Expat Podcast, Integration, Making Friends Abroad, International Living, Personal Growth, Emotional Resilience

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(00:00) This podcast features conversations with people who moved abroad or currently living abroad

(01:38) My guest today is Steph. We have finally, uh, finally met on Instagram

(02:46) How come you ended up in New Jersey? Oh, my God

(04:58) First you came to California and then you went back to England

(11:24) Was it your husband's work while you moved to Austin? Uh, yes

(13:43) We arrived in Austin in 2016 and left in 2022

(18:00) Our first year in Austin was also an election year

(23:07) You mentioned your oldest just moved out before you moved back to England

(24:14) You say you get very attached to wherever you live

(26:01) You've been away from Germany for more than half your life now

(29:51) Do you still have an accent when you speak German from your region

(33:03) Up until about five years ago, I did translation work from home

(38:15) So talking about like, cultural differences, was there anything hard to get used to

(44:15) Stephanie: Moving abroad is a great equalizer in so many ways

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