The New Locals: Recent Episodes
ESN Groningen
Hey there! My name’s Yulian and I’m the host of The New Locals, ESN Groningen’s podcast. Coming straight to your ears will be stories on everything you need to know as a student in our city – the endeavors of student entrepreneurs, ways to manage your physical and mental health, things to do, and much more. Want to be on the show or have an idea? Feel free to reach out via:prcommittee@esn-groningen.nl
Welcome to our last episode! To finish this wonderful podcast off strong, I have invited two wonderful guests to have a discussion about our year in ESN, the beautiful memories we have made, and what we will miss. Tune in to find out all of the experiences we have had, and find out more about what it means to be a part of our community. Thank you to everyone who has tuned in to the episodes this year, we are eternally grateful for you!
Follow us on Instagram: @esn_groningen
Check out our website: www.esn-groningen.nl
Welcome back everyone! After a short break, we are back with another podcast episode. This week I have two very special guests from ESN Nijmegen and ESN Zwolle! In this episode, we discuss what ESN is like in different parts of the Netherlands, how it feels to be on the ESN board, and the differences and similarities between ESN sections. You will not only get to know ESN better as an organisation, but you will also hear more personal stories about life in each city and get to know two very hardworking and fun people. Enjoy!
Follow us on Instagram: @esn_groningen
Visit our website: www.esn-groningen.nl
Hello everyone! Welcome back to The Student Life Cycle! Today I am joined by an extraordinary guest and classmate, Monique Jager. Like many other students who have studied abroad, Monique has had personal experiences with feelings of loneliness and hopelessness after coming home from her exchange. Do you have similar experiences and want to know how Monique coped? Join us today and find out!
Instagram: @esn_groningen
Website: www.esn-groningen.nl
Welcome back to a new episode of The Student Life Cycle! Today I am joined by not one, but two guest hosts! Are you a new student, a Groningen local, or just curious about what Introduction Week is? This episode outlines two different perspectives and experiences from Introduction Week which will help inform and motivate new participants to join! Want to join the Intro Week as a guide or attendee, meet new people, and explore the city? Go to www.esn-groningen.nl and sign up now!
Follow us on Instagram: @esn_groningen
Welcome back to The Student Life Cycle. Today I am joined by Groningen's own night mayor. Every time you have an amazing night out, he is the one responsible! So today, we discuss what he does for our city and the responsibility he has to provide us with a safe and happy nightlife, including very important considerations on ensuring your and others' safety when it comes to going out. Want to learn more about the night council and have any tips on how our nightlife can improve? Visit www.nachtraad.nl or follow their Instagram at @nachtraadgroningen for further information. Make sure to follow our night mayor on Instagram as well!: @merlijnpoolman
Follow us on Instagram: @esn_groningen
Find our website: www.esn-groningen.nl
Welcome back to The Student Life Cycle! Today I am joined by a very dear friend a special guest, Hunter Bridge! Hunter and I will be discussing his experience studying abroad, some specifics on how he did it, what he found most important and all of the things he has learned and experienced throughout. If you are interested in studying abroad during your studies, please join us in this fun discussion and friendly banter session.
Want to ask a question or request a topic? Go to @esn_groningen on Instagram and DM me your thoughts and topic interests! Enjoy :)
Welcome to the first episode of The Student Life Cycle: A Guide To ESN! In this episode, I am joined by the longest-standing member of ESN, Elkjar. Together with him, we give you a full breakdown of ESN through a personal lens and talk about cherished memories, responsibilities, and truly what ESN is all about, community. Want to get a deeper perspective of our association? This is the episode for you!
Follow our Instagram: @esn_groningen
and our website: www.esn-groningen.nl
In this episode the "New locals" podcast manager Paula Osmane is joined by a certified PsychoSexologist Dr. Borg.
In the episode we will discuss everything about dating in the student culture from a more psychological point of view. Topics like sexuality, relationships and hook-up culture will be touched upon. Multiple questions about attachment, differences between love and sexual attraction, usage of dating sites etc. will be answered. As dating nowadays has become a lot more complicated especially in the student social circles this episode has been recorded to provide new insights and answers for frequently discussed objectives.
Enjoy the episode and share it if you think it was useful!
Handy links:
ESN Groningen socials:
instagram: @esn_groningen
Host:
instagram: @paulux1234
email: p.osmane@student.rug.nl
In this episode the "New locals" podcast manager Paula Osmane is joined by a job recruitment agency called Recruit a Student representative and two working students - Normunds Palabinskis and Samara Jetta.
In this episode we will discuss everything about the student job market in the Netherlands, including how and where to find a job, what are the requirements for a successful CV as well as job opportunities for non-Dutch speaking students. In the first part of the episode we are joined by a representative from a student recruitment agency to help understand the current job market here. In the second part there is a discussion about real life experiences of international students working in Groningen and what are their thoughts and feelings about working here. We will also be able to see the differences in working here as an EU student and non-EU student.
Enjoy the episode and share it if you think it was useful!
Handy links:
ESN Groningen socials:
instagram: @esn_groningen
Host:
instagram: @paulux1234
email: p.osmane@student.rug.nl
Introducing the new season of the ESN Groningen podcast the new podcast manager Paula Osmane is joined by Maureen Tirtotaroeno, who's a general practitioner based in Groningen.
In this episode we will discuss the organization of the Dutch healthcare including important topics such as finding a GP in Groningen, who to call in an emergency, insurance in the Netherlands and stereotypes about Dutch doctors. As we are joined by an expert in the healthcare field this can serve as a good resource for students, who are new to the Netherlands or struggle with finding information about this topic.
Enjoy the episode and share it if you think it was useful!
Handy links:
ESN Groningen socials:
instagram: @esn_groningen
Host:
instagram: @paulux1234
email: p.osmane@student.rug.nl
Unfortunately, the academic year is coming to an end, which means that ESN Groningen is also going on a summer break. In this last episode that Yulian is doing for The New Locals, he is joined by his fellow PR & Graphics committee members to tell you about their year in Groningen, ESN, and university.
Together with Linda (President), Elli (Online Journalist), and Dunye (Social Media Manager), our Podcast Manager will walk you through their favorite moments at ESN, the biggest lessons they've learned, and why join ESN Groningen in the first place.
GET INVOLVED!
Learn more about the different committees of ESN Groningen here: https://www.esn-groningen.nl/committees/
Become the Integration Coordinator of the ESN Board 2022//2023! More information here: https://www.esn-groningen.nl/get-involved/become-integration-coordinator/. You can apply by sending your CV and motivation letter to info@esn-groningen.nl before the 12th of June at 23:59!
Become an Introduction Guide of the ESN Introduction Week in September 2022. Find out more at https://www.esn-groningen.nl/esn-introduction-week/
This time Yulian is joined by Bill de Smeth - prevention worker at Verslavingszorg Noord Nederland - to talk about drug and alcohol use among students in higher education institutions in the Netherlands.
To get started, Bill settles the debate of what is considered a drug and explains what the different types of drugs are. Next, Yulian and Bill discuss the findings of a 2021 report on the drug use and mental well-being of university students in the Netherlands. Contrary to popular belief - drug use is not as widespread. Furthermore, they will walk you through why students take drugs in the Netherlands (i.e. misconceptions of Dutch attitude toward drugs), when the consumption of drugs and alcohol starts becoming a problem, and how to prevent that. Tune in to learn everything you need to know about drugs and alcohol, how to use them safely, and what VNN offers if you need help.
Any questions or in need of assistance? Call VNN at 088 234 34 34 or visit https://www.vnn.nl/ to learn more.
Need a confidential listening ear? Call the 24/7 national listening line at 088 0767 000 or visit https://www.deluisterlijn.nl/.
VNN's anonymous drug testing service: https://www.vnn.nl/meer-over-middelen/drugstestservice.
Statistics used in the episode: Monitor Mentale gezondheid en Middelengebruik Studenten hoger onderwijs - Part 1, Part 2.
This time Yulian is joined by Monique Berends and Doortje Veltman, trainer and psychologist at the UG's Student Service Center respectively. They've come together to discuss some common struggles students face - fear of failure (and perfectionism), anxieties and insecurities (such as choice anxiety), and post-corona studying.
Although this title suggests a jam-packed episode, we'd say it's very laid-back and easy to listen to. Tune in to see what Monique and Doortje have to say from their professional experience working with students, in-depth explanations of the issues discussed, and possible solutions.
Timeline:
00:00 - Introduction
02:20 - Fear of Failure and Perfectionism
10:15 - (Social) Anxieties and Insecurities, like FOMO and Choice anxiety
39:15 - Corona and Study Skills
In this episode, Yulian Karadzhov, the new podcast manager of The New Locals, is joined by Pavel Petkov, who's a community assistant at the first burnout-centric digital therapy start-up.
Neither of them is an expert on mental health - Yulian is a media student at the RuG and Pavel studies marketing in Bulgaria. Nonetheless, both of them have been very close to burning out and are keen to share their experiences as well as the knowledge Pavel has gathered at this job.
They go over what burnout is, its causes and symptoms, as well as its effects on our overall health and the economy. Tune in to learn how to avoid and deal with burnouts!
Hello everyone. In this episode, Tom speaks to Fahd, who launched his own business during the pandemic. He tells us about the difficulties of being a student entrepreneur, but more importantly the amazing experience he has had so far.
MAKING THE MOST OF IT: Podcast on living, loving and growing in international Groningen.
Episode 3: Love & dating in Groningen
How is the love situation in the youngest city of the Netherlands? With so many single people, is it easier or more difficult to find love in Groningen? And how does the notorious culture clash affect international relationships?
The podcast is created in collaboration with Here & Now in Groningen and The Student Hotel Groningen
Host: Lara Jakl
Guests: Nikoletta Nikkie Hittmann and Ilinka Bijma
By:
Temple Studio
KUDO STUDIO
GroningenLife! International
Er Gaat Niets Boven Groningen
University of Groningen
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
GRONG
MAKING THE MOST OF IT: Podcast on living, loving and growing in international Groningen.
Episode 2: Sustainability & climate change
How do internationals and Dutchies in Gro feel about our planet literally falling apart? Can we make a change? And if yes, how? Check out our latest podcast episode!
Measure your footprint: shorturl.at/ewEPR
Anti-food waste app: Toogoodtogo
Groningen & climate change: shorturl.at/ltvIT
60 sustainable spots in Gro by Green Office Groningen : shorturl.at/sNQY9
Subscribe & receive local farmer veggies: shorturl.at/ovyN0
Google "kringloop" to find secondhand shops in your area!
Made possible by: GRONG
The podcast is created in collaboration with
Here & Now in Groningen
The Student Hotel
Host: Lara Jakl
Guests: Joep Postma & Alfid Hadiat
By:
Temple Studio
KUDO STUDIO
GroningenLife
Er Gaat Niets Boven Groningen
University of Groningen
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
MAKING THE MOST OF IT: Podcast on living, loving and growing in international Groningen.
Episode 1: How do internationals in Gro feel about socialising and making friends? Especially during the past year? Check out our podcast Making the Most of It on socialisation, loneliness and making friends!
The podcast is created in collaboration with Here & Now in Groningen The Student Hotel Groningen.
Host: Lara Jakl
Guests: Femke Steman and Carolina Greno
By: Temple Studio KUDO STUDIO
Physical hub for international Groningen: City Central
Non-profit organisation for expats in the northern Netherlands: Connect International North "Matchmakers" between locals and internationals willing to practice Dutch and get to know Groningen: www.mylocalfriend.nl
ESN Buddy-to-Buddy Programme: a new programme that is focussed on bringing people together during these challenging times: www.esn-groningen.nl/get-involved/buddy-to-buddy-programme/
Er Gaat Niets Boven Groningen
GroningenLife! International
University of Groningen
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
MAKING THE MOST OF IT: Podcast on living, loving and growing in international Groningen.
Episode 4: Living in Groningen
How does it feel to live in Groningen? What challenges do internationals usually face & how to overcome them? What do Dutchies think about the city's new residents from all over the world? How to connect with them, Groningen and make the most of your time in this city, be it 3 months or your whole life?
Handy links:
Everything about Groningen: https://groningen.nl/en/ Er Gaat Niets Boven Groningen
All events in English: www.hereandnow.nl Here & Now in Groningen
Local news in English: https://northerntimes.nl/ @thenortherntimes.nl
Biggest international student association: https://www.esn-groningen.nl/ Esn Groningen
Physical hub for international Groningen: https://citycentral.nl/ CityCentral
International Welcome Centre North: https://iwcn.nl/
Networking for expats: https://www.connect-int.org/ @connectinternationalnorth
Made possible by: GRONG
The podcast is created in collaboration with @esngroningen and Tsh Groningen
Host: @larajakl
Guests: @anastasija_zihareva & @merlijnpoolman
Er Gaat Niets Boven Groningen
GroningenLife! International
University of Groningen
Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen
Welcome back to the sixth episode of the New Locals! This time, ESN's Podcast Manager Lara talks with a new guest Sander about dating in the magical city of Groningen. Find out about the most embarrassing and funny dating stories by students in Groningen, the best and worst pickup lines and much more!
Welcome back to the fifth episode of the New Locals! This episode was made by our new Podcast Manager Lara. She will talk about Groningen with guests Lidewij and Lisa. Check out their experiences and get to know the largest pub of Europe!
-Er gaat niets boven Groningen-
Welcome to the fourth episode! Femke, Maite, Paul & Sietse talk about the Dutch language.
Welcome to the third episode! Maite, Paul, David and Lennart will talk about Dutch Food!
Welcome to the second episode! Maite, David, Paul and Femke will talk about Student Life!