The International Corner

To Side Hustle or Not To Side Hustle? Today with the super ingenious and creative mind, Peggy, we are sharing our journey and secrets on how to become a Student Side Hustler, what makes us never stop the grind, but also what we do when we are not that motivated. Also, make sure to stick around the end as Peggy and I play a game called: Who is the bigger Side Hustler? Do other celebrities have an upper hand on Peggy Liu? Does Elon Musk? Rihanna? Me?!

Ahh what a blessing is to enjoy your favourite coffee (or else) with your new pal. But how is the actual experience of making new friends? Overseas? What if they don’t get me? Well, come with me and my new special guest, Lal, as we share our experiences on how we found friends, how ‘hard’ it can be to overcome those cultural boundaries and create your new family away from home.

In our latest episode, me and my special guest, Lucia, give you a little taste to what it means to experience culture shock through the eyes of young international students. As we share our experiences, we also talk about our our relationship with Dutch culture, going through "culture shock" in your home country, and Peruvian taxi drivers.

Today's episode is all about Family! My special guest, Maila, and I had a chit chat about what it means to live far away from those who are meant to be the bedrock of your security and serenity (for most of us, anyway).

Sometimes we need to a new start. But making decisions as a young university student can be a bit frightful, with lots of uncertainties. On this episode, my special guest, Kayla, will share her story about the challenges but also the benefits of switching programs you start pursuing your dreams!

Making new friends can always be a challenge. But, how do you maintain alive a long distance friendship? Join me and my special guest, Pedro, as we chat about his journey abroad, friendships back home and more!

An international student could face numerous obstacles, but one that is not discussed enough is seasonal depression. What exactly is it, and how do you handle it? Come along as Tara, my special guest, and I share our experiences dealing with weather (and mood) changes and how to embrace them as part of your new way of life.

Roommates. Some are the parent you never had. Some are your worst nightmare. And some are just there, like a piece of furniture. No matter what, you'll eventually live with all three of these personalities (if not more!). That's why today, my special guest, Natalia, and I will provide you a proper manual of how to deal with each and every kind of roommates by telling you some of the most amazing and craziest adventures we had while sharing a house with others!

October is here! There are pumpkins everywhere, the smell of cinnamon is in every shop and lots of spooky decorations. But guess what is spookier than a sack of bones? Exams! Join me and my special guest, Nico, as we take you on the scariest ride of your life and help you in feeling less stress about giving your first (or not) exam abroad!

They say you never forget the first kiss. But as an international student, you never forget your first week! Together with my special guest, Rens, we are going to take you down memory lane where we talk about the emotions, stories and fears of our first week overseas.

Jessie J said it best: it’s all about the money (money, money). From working 2 jobs to finishing the last penny of our monthly allowance, international students know a thing or two about dealing with money. Join me and my special guest, Martina, as we try to give you a fun twist on this common topic and how to make it rain.

Talking about the first step, where do we begin with this one? Choosing the right program sometimes is as hard as choosing what cake to get at a buffet. Too many options, not enough time (or space) to try them all.  Join me and my special guest, Izabella, as, with a combined experience of 17 years abroad, give you the inside-out process of what thoughts go into choosing the ‘ideal’ program for you at university.

Welcome to the very first episode of The International Corner! I am your host, Gianluigi, and today is all about Introductions. Let me tell you a bit more about who I am, what is The International Corner, and what to expect from this! Ready? Buckle up and let's get down to business!