"Home is where I am" (with Abbie Almasco)
Are You Local?
Abbie, who grew up in Saudi Arabia, has a list of suggestions for those considering a move to Dubai.
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Finding Familiarity with the New (with Nikhita Arora)
Are You Local?
Lifelong learner Nikhita moved to the United States to pursue an MBA. She talks about San Francisco and how a part-time front desk job might be the best opportunity to meet people in a new locale.
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Reverse Culture Shock (with Quentin Willig)
Are You Local?
Quentin left France to pursue a life of studies and cultural immersion abroad. He shares his experience of reverse culture shock and how he's getting settled in Montreal.
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I Left it All Behind
Are You Local?
Ten years later, I reflect on why I left Manila to pursue a career in Singapore. Plus, my tips for those moving to a new country.
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Barcelona / Dubai (with Jake Ofrasio and Kristine Abante)
Are You Local?
Jake Ofrasio and Kristine Abante, residents of Barcelona and Dubai respectively, share the contrasts between old and new world.
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A Few Ways to Thrive in London (with Kishan Lal)
Are You Local?
Kishan Lal lived comfortably in Singapore for the first 34 years of his life. Now, he tells us what London is like and how he's thriving.
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Would you give up your citizenship?
Are You Local?
You move to a new country and you have an opportunity to fully integrate as a citizen of this country. What will you do?
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Cats on an Airplane (with Eric Anaya)
Are You Local?
Bay Area native Eric Anaya finds comfort in traveling outside familiarity. From Italy to Mexico, what's his advice for those moving to a new place?
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Two Filipinos in New York (with Alyssa Bautista and Eugene Santos)
Are You Local?
Is there a formula to be considered local in New York City? Alyssa Bautista and Eugene Santos share the no-nonsense charm of "the city".
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"I Don't Want To Be Local" (with Ulrike Klemm)
Are You Local?
There's a difference between integrating and assimilating. German national Ulrike Klemm talks about her identity and Hong Kong.
info_outlineWhat does it mean to be local in multicultural Singapore? Greg Varghese speaks about tolerance, acceptance, and the potentials of co-existence.