Say Goodbye to Hollywood: A Filmmaker Moves to Berlin
Leaving Los Angeles
In this episode of the GTFO Pod, hosts Tara Calihman and Caroline Donahue discuss with filmmaker and photographer Andrew Putschoegl his unique journey from Los Angeles to Berlin. Andrew shares his early passion for filmmaking, his transition into editing, and the significant changes the pandemic brought to his career.
The conversation delves into the inspiration behind his photography project 'Together Apart', the benefits and challenges of relocating to Berlin, and his new creative pursuits. Andrew also shares insights on his language learning experience and the process of adapting to life in Germany as an American.
Meet our Guest: Andrew Putschoegl
Andrew wants to live in a world where someone else writes his bio.
Episode Takeaways
* Embrace Change: Andrew's move to Berlin highlights the importance of adapting to new environments and opportunities.
* Creative Resilience: The pandemic shifted Andrew's focus from film production to editing, showcasing the need for flexibility in creative careers.
* Connection Through Art: Andrew's "Together Apart" project demonstrates how art can bridge gaps and foster community during challenging times.
* Cultural Exploration: Living in Berlin has opened new creative avenues for Andrew, emphasizing the value of cultural diversity in artistic expression.
Chapters
0:30 Early Filmmaking Journey01:52 Transition to Berlin06:32 Photography Projects During COVID08:04 Building a Creative Community in Berlin16:16 Language and Citizenship Challenges30:17 Career Impact and Future Plans
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14 Jul 2025
European Vacation
How we holiday in Europe
In this episode of the GTFO Pod, we, Tara and Caroline, discuss the differences between European holidays and American vacations. After we took some time off ourselves, we share about each of our recent holiday experiences and the ease of booking frequent getaways in Europe.
We explore the importance placed on taking holidays for those in Europe, contrasting this approach with the high-pressure, work-focused culture in the U.S. Our discussion covers everything from taking city breaks and extended holidays in places like Leipzig, Malta and Majorca, to the joys of sun trips in winter for the Irish. The episode provides insights into how these cultural differences impact the overall quality of life.
Episode Takeaways
* Travel within Europe is more budget-friendly than North Americans realize
* Taking holiday time is much more protected in Europe than in the US and UK
* Europeans expect to take multiple holidays per year, even just within their own country
* Jobs with paid leave provide much more time off from the point of hire in Europe: you don’t need to work at a company several years to get to several weeks’ paid leave per year
* People are required to take their leave in Europe, and rarely fear any repercussions for going away
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Holiday Background
00:16 European Holidays vs. American Vacations
01:17 City Breaks and Extended Holidays
07:39 Cost-Effective Travel Tips
09:33 Cultural Differences in Taking Time Off
17:29 Traditional German Holidays
19:35 Cycling Misadventures in Denmark
20:38 Relaxing in Majorca
21:17 Typical Irish Holidays22:00 Winter Sun Escapes
24:09 Exploring Malta
27:05 European Train Travel: Pros and Cons
33:27 The Baltic Sea Holiday
34:18 The Pressure of American Holidays
5:39 Encouragement for Restful Holidays
38:06 Conclusion and Invitation for Discussion
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31 Mar 2025
Cultural Whiplash: Corporate Relocation to Switzerland and Japan
Host Caroline and Tara interview Laura Howe, founder of Dispatched Divorcée, who shares her experiences with corporate relocation to Switzerland and Japan, highlighting cultural differences and the emotional challenges of expatriate life.
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Laura Howe
Genevieve Polk
Ginette Law
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