Listen "10 Shocking Differences Between Homes in the US vs Germany"
Episode Synopsis
Have you ever wondered what it’s really like living in Germany compared to the US? After 9 years in Munich, I’m breaking down 10 shocking differences between German apartments and American homes — from kitchens and closets to laundry, air conditioning, and neighborhood life.Whether you’re moving to Germany, curious about life in Germany as an American, or just love hearing about cultural differences abroad, this episode has the inside scoop.👋 I’m Paulina, originally from Texas, now living in Munich. On my podcast The Pod Abroad, I share what it’s like navigating life between cultures.⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro01:05 – #1 Kitchens:04:20 – #2 Laundry & Dryers07:50 – #3 Climate Control11:30 – #4 Storage & Closets15:40 – #5 Bathrooms19:55 – #6 Neighborhood Layouts24:30 – #7 Home Ownership28:45 – #8 Apartments & Amenities34:20 – #9 Safety & Security40:15 – #10 Home Etiquette & Culture🎙️ About The Pod AbroadHowdy und Servus, y'all!! I'm Paulina :-) I'm originally from Texas and have been living in Munich, Germany for over 8 years. I initially moved for a master's program in sustainability and then liked it so much that I stayed!Ever wondered what life abroad is really like? Along with my incredible international village here in Munich, we're sharing funny, insightful, and unfiltered stories about cultural differences, adapting to new norms, and building a home away from home. Follow along for new weekly episodes and leave a comment to join the conversation.👉 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, comment, and share — especially if you’ve experienced these differences yourself!✨ Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday about living abroad, cultural differences, and personal stories. #LivingInGermany #MovingToGermany #LifeInGermany #AmericansInGermany #GermanApartments #USvsGermany #CulturalDifferences #LivingAbroad🎧 FOLLOWSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/711j4OK Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast More platforms: https://linktr.ee/thepodabroad 📌 CONNECTInstagram → @thepod.abroad TikTok → @thepod.abroad Email → [email protected] 🎥 PRODUCTION Video, Audio & Music: Tim ter Huurne Design/Branding: Ali Khazanbeik https://ytjobs.co/talent/profile/410967 / alikhazanbeik
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