The International Podcast

Andrei Stefan is a Romanian former professional chauffeur. He drove bands like Linkin Park, Iron Maiden, Pink Floyd, Maneskin, etc.---Check out our next event, The International Talks.

Shane Grace is an Australian media and policy researcher with over 20 years of experience. His new book, "Greater Than a Tourist - Austria," is now available.

Tetyana (Polovenko) Kohansal is a Ukrainian entrepreneur, managing partner of ks actuaries, and author. Her new book, "Sammy and the Secret of the Golden Coins," is available now.

This conversation features Dr. Kenneth Dekleva, a practicing psychiatrist, former diplomat, and spy novelist. He dives into innovative mental health solutions like telemedicine and virtual reality amid a growing crisis. Discussion also includes his experiences as a diplomat, addressing mental health in global settings, and the emotional complexities of espionage. Dr. Dekleva’s unique insights flow into his novel, exploring themes of love and identity against the rich backdrops of Vienna and Moscow, showcasing the intersection of literature and international diplomacy.

Aron Lúis Gilbertsson is an Icelandic-German pilot and flying teacher for Diamond Aircraft. Watch Aron flying https://www.instagram.com/aronluiis/This episode is recorded flying a Diamond Aircraft plane and at their hangar in Wiener Neustadt.

Carolyn Lai is a Malaysian-born production lead at the BOLD Community, who came to Vienna to sing and is now heading to Yale University. https://www.boldcommunity.org/---Download The International app App Store 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/e9e9YxxJPlay Store 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/eygjwf24Follow on ⁠Instagram⁠ https://www.instagram.com/theinternational.at/⁠LinkedIn⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/company/theinternationalaustria/⁠Newsletter⁠ https://substack.com/@theinternationalaustria⁠Website https://www.theinternational.at/

Adriana Bestea, a Romanian psychotherapist under supervision, shares her transformative shift from a 15-year career in advertising to therapy, spurred on by the pandemic. She discusses the challenges of providing mental health support amid crises, including the Ukraine war. Emphasizing the importance of validating client concerns, Adriana elaborates on the art of active listening in therapy. She also addresses the unique hurdles expats face in Austria with accessing therapy and the need for connection and support in the therapeutic journey.

Sophie Nicolas is an Australian financial coach for women. Follow her on Instagram @financial.feminist

Trevor Carlin is an American ex-marine and American Football player for Vienna's WU Tigers in the Austrian College Sports League.

Primaël Quémerais is a French entrepreneur who co-founded SecurEat and recently founded Ospaces - an innovative co-working and event space concept in Vienna. https://ospaces.org/