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In dieser Folge von Hear My True Story spricht Balikowa über die Herausforderungen, mit denen sein Freund, ein englischsprachiger Student aus Afrika, in Deutschland aufgrund der Sprachbarriere zu kämpfen hat. Während Balikowa früh Deutsch lernte, um sich zu integrieren, hat sein Freund die Sprache nicht vertieft – und hat nun Schwierigkeiten mit alltäglichen Dingen wie Arztterminen, dem Verstehen von Briefen und verpasst sogar Gelegenheiten wie kostenlose Gegenstände in der Nachbarschaft. Mit Humor und persönlichen Einblicken zeigt Balikowa, wie wichtig die Sprache ist, um sich im Alltag zurechtzufinden, Kontakte zu knüpfen und Chancen in einem neuen Land zu nutzen.

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In this episode of Hear My True Story, Balikowa reflects on the challenges his friend, an English-speaking student from Africa, faces in Germany due to the language barrier. While Balikowa learned German early on to integrate, his friend didn’t focus on the language—and now struggles with daily tasks like doctor’s appointments, reading letters, and even missing out on opportunities like free giveaways in the neighborhood. Through humor and personal insight, Balikowa shows just how vital language is for navigating life, building connections, and finding opportunities in a new country.

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In this episode of Hear My True Story, Balikowa shares his frustration as a migrant in Germany who faces the often negative media narrative surrounding migrants. Despite working hard, learning the language, and contributing to the system, he repeatedly sees migrants portrayed as a problem in the news.

Balikowa offers personal insights into the challenges this narrative creates for him and others, highlighting the importance of telling positive stories about migration. With passion and a touch of humor, he explains what it’s like to find his place in Germany while reflecting on how the power of storytelling can shape public perception of migrants.

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In dieser Folge von Hear My True Story spricht Balikowa über seine Frustration als Migrant in Deutschland, der täglich mit dem oft negativen Narrativ über Migranten in den Medien konfrontiert wird. Während er hart arbeitet, die Sprache lernt und zum System beiträgt, sieht er in den Nachrichten immer wieder, wie Migranten als Problem dargestellt werden.

Balikowa teilt persönliche Einblicke in die Herausforderungen, die solche Darstellungen für ihn und andere Migranten mit sich bringen, und zeigt uns, wie wichtig es ist, die positiven Geschichten über Migration zu erzählen. Mit Nachdruck, aber auch einem Hauch Humor, erzählt Balikowa, was es bedeutet, als Migrant in Deutschland Fuß zu fassen und wie die Macht der Erzählung das öffentliche Bild von Migranten beeinflussen kann

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In this episode of Hear My True Story, we dive into Germany’s latest updates to its immigration laws, specifically the Skilled Workers Immigration Act 2.0. Host Otako shares personal experiences of being asked about moving to Germany and invites immigration expert Felix to break down the new rules and opportunities for skilled workers and students.

Felix provides valuable insights into the lowered salary thresholds for the EU Blue Card, increased flexibility for foreign qualifications, family reunification policies, and updates to the Western Balkans regulation.

Whether you’re considering moving to Germany for work or study or simply want to understand the changes, this episode is packed with useful information tailored to help you navigate the process. Tune in and gain clarity on your next steps!

Topics Covered:

• Overview of Germany’s Skilled Workers Immigration Act 2.0
• Updates to the EU Blue Card salary requirements
• Flexibility in employment sectors for skilled workers
• Family reunification rules
• Western Balkans regulation changes

For more resources and legal advice, check the show notes for relevant links
https://www.arbeitsagentur.de/en/press/2023-50-skilled-workers-immigration-act-20-opens-new-doors

https://www.bamf.de/SharedDocs/Meldungen/EN/2021/210301-am-fachkraefteeinwanderungsgesetz.html?nn=285460

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In this episode of Hear My True Story, Balikowa shares his biggest culture shocks in Europe. What surprised him the most at first? The many naked sculptures in Berlin! But that was just the beginning. His visit to an FKK beach tested the limits of his cultural adaptability.

With plenty of humor, Balikowa recounts what it’s like to step into a world where nude art and free body culture are completely normal—yet entirely new to him. Join him on his entertaining journey through the cultural differences between Uganda and Germany.

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In dieser Episode von Hear My True Story erzählt Balikowa von seinen größten Kulturschocks in Europa. Was ihn zuerst überraschte? Die vielen nackten Skulpturen in Berlin! Doch das war nur der Anfang. Sein Besuch an einem FKK-Strand brachte ihn an die Grenzen seiner kulturellen Anpassungsfähigkeit.

Mit viel Humor teilt Balikowa, wie es ist, in eine Welt einzutauchen, in der nackte Kunst und Freikörperkultur ganz normal sind – für ihn jedoch völlig neu. Begleitet ihn auf seiner unterhaltsamen Reise durch die kulturellen Unterschiede zwischen Uganda und Deutschland.

Diese Beschreibung ist prägnant und fängt den humorvollen Ton der Episode ein, während sie neugierig auf Balikowas Abenteuer macht.

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In dieser besonderen mehrsprachigen Folge von Hear My True Story erkunden wir die Motivationen hinter dem Podcasting und präsentieren Stimmen auf Deutsch, Spanisch und Englisch. Sie hören von angehenden Podcaster die gerade erst ihre Reise beginnen, sowie von erfahrenen Kreativen, die seit Jahren Geschichten erzählen. Jeder von ihnen verrät, was sie antreibt—sei es, unterrepräsentierten Stimmen Gehör zu verschaffen, Traditionen zu bewahren oder Verbindungen durch Geschichtenerzählen zu schaffen.

Begleiten Sie uns auf diesen inspirierenden Geschichten, die die Kraft des Podcastings über Sprachen und Kulturen hinweg zeigen. Ganz gleich, ob Sie selbst einen Podcast starten möchten, ein erfahrener Erzähler sind oder einfach nur neugierig auf die Welt des Audio sind, diese Episode wird Sie inspirieren.

Für Feedback oder um Ihre eigene Geschichte zu teilen, nutzen Sie den Link in der Beschreibung. Ihre Stimme hält uns beim Podcasten!

Voces a través de fronteras: Historias personales de podcasters en alemán, español e inglés

En este episodio especial y multilingüe de Hear My True Story, exploramos las motivaciones detrás del podcasting, presentando voces en alemán, español e inglés. Escucharás a podcasters que están empezando su viaje, junto a creadores experimentados que llevan años contando historias. Cada uno revela qué los impulsa a hacer podcasting, ya sea amplificar voces poco representadas, preservar tradiciones o crear conexiones a través de la narración.

Acompáñanos mientras profundizamos en estas historias inspiradoras, que muestran el poder del podcasting a través de idiomas y culturas. Ya seas un podcaster en ciernes, un narrador experimentado o simplemente alguien con curiosidad por el mundo del audio, este episodio te dejará inspirado.

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Voices Across Borders: Personal Stories of Podcasters in Deutsch, Spanish, and English

In this special multilingual episode of Hear My True Story, we explore the motivations behind podcasting, featuring voices in Deutsch, Spanish, and English. You'll hear from aspiring podcasters who are just beginning their journey, alongside seasoned creators who have been sharing stories for years. Each one reveals what drives them to podcast—whether it’s amplifying underrepresented voices, preserving traditions, or creating connections through storytelling.

Join us as we delve into these inspiring stories, showcasing the power of podcasting across languages and cultures. No matter if you're an aspiring podcaster, an experienced storyteller, or simply curious about the world of audio, this episode will leave you inspired.

For feedback or to share your own story, reach out through the link in the description. Your voice keeps us

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