Welcome to "Mobility Matters“ podcast
a podcast aimed at international students, PhD students and researchers coming to Slovakia
In an increasingly interconnected world, the mobility of talent is vital to the advancement of global knowledge. But what happens when brilliant minds cross borders of Slovakia? How do they integrate into new environments, understand diverse working culture, and adapt to unfamiliar habits and traditions?
In "Mobility Matters," we explore the unique journeys of researchers in their transition in new country and academic settings. Our episodes dive deep into the challenges and opportunities that come with relocating—whether it’s navigating the nuances of a new working environment, blending into the local culture, or building professional networks from the ground up.
Tune in and discover stories of adaptation, growth, and the essential support that help students and researchers thrive in their new home.
Episode 1:Faeze Dorchei:Starting family in Slovakia
Faeze Dorchei is a researcher from Iran who came to Slovakia to gain her doctoral degree. She moved to Bratislava with her husband and now, after several years in our country, she is starting a family here. What is her experience with research, life and people in Slovakia?
Episode 2: Understanding Slovaks with ethnologists: working environment
This episode is aimed at foreigners interested in Slovakia. Dr. Lubica Volanska and Dr. Helena Tuzinska will guide you through nuances of Slovak culture, Slovak perception of contexts like "time" and "relationships" and how they relate to workplace culture in our country.
Episode 3: Understanding Slovaks: habits and traditions
This episode is for foreigners interested in Slovakia. It brings you a perspective on our culture, narrated by two ethnologists, Dr. Lubica Volanska and Dr. Helena Tuzinska, who tell you more about the Slovak nature, as perceived by foreigners who lived in Slovakia, and will explain to all of us the historical contexts of who we are today.