Ausländer Sessions
Ausländer, translating to 'foreigner' in German, serves as the thematic core of this podcast. Here, I engage in enlightening conversations with a diverse array of individuals—family and friends hailing from different corners of the globe, each possessing unique backgrounds and life experiences. Ausländer Sessions seeks to unveil the authentic life narratives of seemingly ordinary, yet undeniably extraordinary, individuals. Through these compelling dialogues, the podcast illuminates the profound idea that, in our own ways, we are all foreigners navigating the intricate landscapes of our lives
Episodes
20 episodes
The Franconian - Andi
In this follow-up episode, recorded back in July, I sit down with my friend Andi from Nuremberg, Germany. Although it’s been a while since the last episode (thanks to my leisurely editing pace), this conversation is worth the wait. We div...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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28:46
The East German - Jenny
In this special episode, recorded on the fly during a family vacation in Germany, I sit down with a friend who grew up in former East Germany. Now living in what was West Germany, she shares her unique perspective on the stark contrasts between...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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26:41
The Sheriff's Officer - Bergen County NJ
In this episode, I delve into the career of a dedicated law enforcement officer from Bergen County, the most populous county in New Jersey with nearly one million residents. Nestled along the Hudson River, Bergen County is connected to Manhatta...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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50:30
Cocaine, Drums & Wrenches
This one is with my buddy Erik. He's a wild man with a wild story. He's mad talented and shares part of his life story over a few pints ;-) There is some explicit content in this one as the title alludes to.
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:40:37
The Perfect Pint Tour - Dublin Ireland
In this episode I chat with a small business owner in Ireland 🇮🇪 who started his own tour business called The Perfect Pint. They take tour groups to 3-4 Dublin pubs and teach them about Irish pub culture, how to pour the perfect pint of G...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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44:19
Black, Brave, and Bound by Heritage
In this episode, I engage in a heartfelt conversation with a remarkable individual whom I've had the privilege of knowing since she was six years old. Our enduring bond is evident throughout our discussion, underscoring the profound connection ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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50:49
The Greek - He is The United Nations Peace Process
Mr. Kontogeorgos has spent more than ten years in field missions with UN Peacekeeping, serving as a Civil Affairs Officer in Kosovo and Lebanon, and as a DDR Senior Officer in Haiti, where he headed the Community Violence Reduction (CVR) progra...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:27:07
The Irish Lass
This time, I had a delightful chat with my friend and colleague hailing from a quaint coastal town on the eastern shores of Ireland, just south of Dublin. Our conversation was a blast, revealing fascinating aspects of her life. However, what re...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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53:39
OG Ausländer - Sven aus Nürnberg
In this episode, I have a conversation with a childhood friend hailing from Nurnberg, Germany, who happened to be visiting Miami. I packed up my recording equipment and embarked on a weekend journey to meet him. Our hour-long discussion spans a...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:15:15
US Air Force - Chief Master Sergeant
Join me in this captivating episode as I engage in a conversation with my dear friend Rich, who dedicated 30 years of his life to the US Air Force, traversing the globe. Brace yourself for some military jargon that adds an authentic touch to ou...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:28:09
Cancer is Agnostic - She's a Fighter
Hi Gene, thanks again for having us over last night. I enjoyed the podcast interview, food and company! Here are a few resources: Epic Experience- the Colorado based nonprofit I’m on the board of directors for, offering fr...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:11:27
Orphaned in Kazakhstan - American Actress Asel Swango
I met Asel Swango in a Manhattan restaurant a couple months ago. We started chatting and I asked her to come on the podcast. The conversation went something like this: Where are you from originall...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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51:09
Oli aus Germany - Olidaytours.com
In this episode I talk to a brand-new friend named Oli. I met Oli randomly one day while picking up my son from German Language School. He was dressed in a pair of jeans that literary looked like school kids painted him with all sorts of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:13:52
The High School Principal
In this episode I talk to my friend Greg. Greg is a high school principal and rock n roll enthusiast. Originally from New Jersey, he started out in a rough area, but was too young to know it. His family moved to another part o...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:16:24
The Scotsman - Grisly Pear NYC
In this episode, I talk to my friend Gary, who’s originally from Scotland. Gary is an entrepreneur and owns two comedy clubs in Manhattan…New York City. We talk about his background, how he länded here in the US, a little bit about raising kids...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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59:41
The Brit - Tousey Winery
In this episode I have a chat with my friend Ben, who’s originally from England and came to America by way of Denmark. Ben has a winery in upstate New York, which we talk about. I get his perspective on growing up in England as well...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:00:31
The Irishman
In this episode I talk to my good friend from Ireland. Mick was born and raised in Ireland and subsequently became an American citizen. He's married to a wonderful young lady who has her own "Auslander" story, and they have two beau...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:09:11
Letters from Baghdad (Part 2)
In this episode I continue with Pete's letters offering his perspective during our time in Baghdad. He gives more insight into the social life, political situation and introduces a few more foreign characters aka Ausländers. There'...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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49:58
Letters from Baghdad (Part 1)
In this episode I share my friend Pete's perspective from Baghdad during our 2005/2006 deployment. While there, Pete wrote several letters that he sent to friends and family keeping them up to date on a variety of things to include the fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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