Beyond the Alps - Lerne Schweizerdeutsch

Ever wondered what a typical weekend looks like in Switzerland?
I take you through a normal Swiss Saturday and Sunday—from cleaning the house and grocery shopping to family brunches, hiking, visiting grandparents, and relaxing before the new week begins.
Transcripts: The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly capture the beauty of the dialect.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get it here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Should you take off your shoes? Do you bring a gift? Should you shake hands, hug, or give three kisses?
In this episode, I explain the unwritten rules of Swiss birthday parties and social gatherings. From greetings and gifts to dinner etiquette. Learn how to avoid awkward moments and feel much more confident at your next invitation.
Transcripts: The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly capture the beauty of the dialect.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get it here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

"When will I finally belong?"
Many expats in Switzerland ask themselves this question. In this episode, I share why acceptance in Switzerland often looks very different than people expect, the subtle signs that show you're already being welcomed, and why true integration is usually a slow process rather than one big moment.
Transcripts: The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly capture the beauty of the dialect.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get it here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Why can Swiss German feel so difficult to understand at first — even for native German speakers. I talk about the biggest challenges learners face, from pronunciation and speed to the many different Swiss dialects.
If Swiss German still sounds like one big wall of noise, this episode is for you.
Transcripts: The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly capture the beauty of the dialect.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get it here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

What is a “typical Swiss person” really like?
In this episode, I talk about the different mentalities in Switzerland — from Swiss German-speaking people to the Romands in the French-speaking part and the Ticinesi in the south.
We’ll talk about communication styles, work culture, social life, why Swiss people love rules… and of course the famous “Bünzli”
Transcripts: The Swiss German transcript of every episode was written by myself, by hand — because no software can truly capture the beauty of the dialect.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get it here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
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