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06/10/2025

🎙️ The Art of Storytelling – Episode 34 Out Now!

“Culture is a set of stories that we enter and co-create.” — Joanna Sell Intercultural Compass

In our latest cultureXchange Podcast episode, Joanna builds on the ideas of U.S. psychologist Jerome Bruner, who saw culture as the stories we live within. She takes it one step further — showing how we don’t just enter these stories, we co-create them together.

Join us for a conversation about how storytelling connects people across borders, challenges stereotypes, and helps us feel at home anywhere in the world. 🌍

👉 Listen now: culturexchangepodcast.com
https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast/episode/21963543/s1e34-beyond-words-the-art-of-storytelling-across-cultures-with-joanna-sell

📺 Watch on YouTube:
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The cultureXchange Podcast
🎙️ Hosted by Frauke & Marie-Christine

30/09/2025

🎙️ Podcasts connect us across cultures — Happy ! 🌍

From exploring life abroad to stories of belonging, the cultureXchange Podcast brings you insights and conversations that inspire and connect. With 34 episodes and counting, there’s plenty to discover.

A big thank you to our guests and listeners for sharing your stories and making this community so vibrant! 💛

🎧 Listen to all episodes: culturexchangepodcast.com

Hosts: Frauke Bender & Marie-Christine Dobro |

Special Thanks to our incredible guests: Ruth E. Van Reken Author Page of Mariam Navaid Ottimofiore American International Women's Club of Düsseldorf e.V. Superhumanize Dr. Anisha Abraham Intercultural Compass Megan Norton-Newbanks Neustart USA - Leben & Arbeiten in den USA ICUnet.Group Anna C. Seidel Jennifer Shinkai Ariane Sommer Beyond Borders Publishing Lilo Baier Coffee With An Expat Florence Reisch and many more!

30/09/2025

Thrilled to be featured in FAWCO Inspiring Women Magazine! 🌍✨ Grateful for the recognition of our work with the cultureXchange Podcast — exploring global living, cultural transitions, and belonging. culturexchangepodcast.com

Find out more here: https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast

🎧International Podcast Day is a great time to listen to our Inspiring Women of the Week! Read their story and find out how to download and subscribe at the link:

www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/69129853/inspiring-women-november-21-2024/102

30/09/2025

How can stories help us connect, challenge stereotypes, and feel at home — wherever we are? 🌍💬

On the new episode of the cultureXchange Podcast, co-hosts Frauke & Marie-Christine speak with Joanna Sell Intercultural Compass — cross-cultural coach, story facilitator, and author of The Art of Storytelling Across Cultures. Together, they explore how storytelling goes far beyond communication — it’s a bridge that connects people, perspectives, and cultures.

🎧 In this episode, you’ll hear about:
• Why storytelling connects people and cultures
• The risks of single narratives — and how to avoid them
• How cultural values shape the way stories are told and received
• Practical ways to bring storytelling into international work and life
• Why listening is just as powerful as telling

📚 Joanna also hosts the OneWordStories podcast and has led storytelling workshops across Europe and Asia — showing the power of narratives to foster empathy, inclusion, and belonging.

👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or at culturexchangepodcast.com

https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast/episode/21963543/s1e34-beyond-words-the-art-of-storytelling-across-cultures-with-joanna-sell

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You Tube: https://youtube.com/.podcast?si=GZdu3xCWVAjONJTa

25/09/2025

“Your stories bring us together, untold stories keep us apart.” — Elif Shafak (featured in Joanna Sell’s The Art of Storytelling Across Cultures)

In Episode 34 of the cultureXchange Podcast, we speak with Joanna Sell Intercultural Compass author of The Art of Storytelling Across Cultures and podcast host of One Word Stories.

How can the stories we tell help us connect, challenge stereotypes, and feel at home — no matter where we are? 🌍

Join us as we explore practical ways storytelling fosters empathy, inclusion, and belonging across cultures.

🎧 Listen to Episode 34: Beyond Words – The Art of Storytelling Across Cultures
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https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast/episode/21963543/s1e34-beyond-words-the-art-of-storytelling-across-cultures-with-joanna-sell

You Tube: https://youtube.com/.podcast?si=I1Rm-p-HxgIVuq-K

19/09/2025

Beyond Words: The Art of Storytelling - New Episode Out Now!

Stories don’t just entertain — they connect. They shape how we see each other, break down stereotypes, and create belonging across cultures.

In our new episode of the cultureXchange Podcast, Joanna Sell Intercultural Compass shares how storytelling goes far beyond words. It’s about listening, empathy, and finding home anywhere in the world.

Thank You Joanna for all the great insights!

🎧 Listen here: culturexchangepodcast.com
https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast/episode/21963543/s1e34-beyond-words-the-art-of-storytelling-across-cultures-with-joanna-sell

📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/.podcast?si=VwGVemMngtIdGbYv

E34: # Beyond Words: The Art of Storytelling Across Cultures with Joanna Sell

19/09/2025

The Art Of Storytelling — New Episode Out Now!

What if storytelling was more than communication?
What if it was the key to empathy, inclusion, and belonging?

In our latest episode of the cultureXchange Podcast, we sit down with Joanna Sell Intercultural Compass — certified coach, intercultural trainer, and author of The Art of Storytelling Across Cultures. Together, we explore how stories bridge cultures, challenge stereotypes, and help create a sense of home anywhere in the world.

🎧 In this episode, we discuss:
• Why storytelling is a bridge between people, perspectives, and cultures
• The risks of single narratives — and how to avoid them
• The ethics of sharing experiences across cultures
• Why listening is just as powerful as telling
• Practical ways to use storytelling in international work and everyday life

📖 Joanna’s book: The Art of Storytelling Across Cultures: Compass of Human Connection

🎙️ Hosted by Frauke & Marie-Christine, the cultureXchange Podcast explores global living, cultural transitions, and belonging.

👉 Listen now: culturexchangepodcast.com
https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast

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17/09/2025

Transitions and New Chapters
Being an expat is more than just a move. Today, for the third year in a row, we connected with newcomers, fellow expats, and the international community at the Activities Fair at the International School of Düsseldorf.

How do you navigate changes? We shared thoughts on culture shock, global mobility, and a few life hacks for building a happy life abroad.

It was also wonderful to join with the American International Women's Club of Düsseldorf e.V. and International Women in Business Düsseldorf alongside many others in the community who were part of the fair.

We also loved showcasing a display of books from several of our podcast guests who are published authors — we hope you’ll tune in and listen to some of their episodes! (Such as E15 ‘Raising Global Teens” Dr. Anisha Abraham or E17: ‘This Messy Mobile Life’ Author Page of Mariam Navaid Ottimofiore and E18: ‘Third Culture Kids” Ruth E. Van Reken)

🎙️ The cultureXchange Podcast – Decoding global living, cultural transitions, and belonging.

A huge thank you to the fair organizers and the wonderful organizations supporting the international community.

Missed us at the fair? You can still tune in for inspiring stories, practical tips, and conversations about global living:
🌍 culturexchangepodcast.com
https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/

📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/.podcast?si=mGDMTyczptknI8Vs

Thank You! Co-Hosts Marie-Christine & Frauke

15/09/2025

🎙️ Recording day at the cultureXchange Podcast!

We are back behind the mics with a brand-new conversation you won’t want to miss.

Have you recently moved abroad? Are you living internationally, working across borders, or raising a family in a new country? This podcast is made for you. 💡🌎

🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more → culturexchangepodcast.com
https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/

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12/09/2025

✨ Starting over takes courage.

From winning the U.S. Green Card lottery to pitching on Shark Tank, Monique Menesi has built a new life and business in the U.S. Her journey proves that real growth begins when we step outside our comfort zone.

In the latest episode of the cultureXchange Podcast, co-hosts Frauke and Marie-Christine talk with Monique about:
💡 The challenges of moving and starting over abroad
💡 Building a business and a new life from scratch
💡 Why finding your tribe and community matters wherever you go

🌍 Even if the U.S. isn’t your destination, her insights on courage, connection, and belonging will resonate with anyone navigating life and work across borders.

🎧 Listen: cultureXchangepodcast.com
https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast/episode/29cf17b9/s1e33-the-american-dream-starting-over-and-finding-success-in-the-us-with-monique-menesi

📺 Watch on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/VgjKeHajKFI?feature=shared

Neustart USA - Leben & Arbeiten in den USA

09/09/2025

💡 “Your business grows only as much as you’re willing to step outside your comfort zone.” – Monique Menesi

In this episode of the cultureXchange Podcast, Monique shares her bold move from Germany to the U.S. and how stepping outside her comfort zone shaped her success. 🇺🇸✨

From building businesses abroad to guiding others through their own Neustart, Monique’s story is filled with insights for anyone considering a new start — whether in life, career, or entrepreneurship.

🎧 Listen: The American Dream: Starting Over & Finding Success in the U.S. with Monique Menesi → cultureXchangepodcast.com https://www.culturexchangepodcast.com/podcast/episode/29cf17b9/s1e33-the-american-dream-starting-over-and-finding-success-in-the-us-with-monique-menesi

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cultureXchange Neustart USA - Leben & Arbeiten in den USA

08/09/2025

We’re giving away Neustart USA by Monique Menesi (German edition)! Thinking about starting fresh in the U.S.? 🌎✈️ This practical guide is filled with real tips and inspiring stories for anyone dreaming of life abroad. 👉 To enter: 1️⃣ Follow and Neustart USA - Leben & Arbeiten in den USA 2️⃣ Like this post 3️⃣ Tag a friend in the comments who’d love this episode or book 📅 Winner announced Sept 12 (via PM) ⚠️ Open to residents in Germany only 🎧 Don’t miss the full episode with Monique: The American Dream: Starting Over & Finding Success in the U.S. → cultureXchangepodcast.com cultureXchange Monique Menesi