Every episode features a new interview with an International Communication professional. Subjects range from corporate communication and cultural barriers to disinformation and what it’s like to enter the field of communication. The podcast is brought to you by the Master’s program in International Communication (MIC) of the Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, and hosted & produced by Dominique van Aalten.
Navigating cultural differences with compassion and understanding
Irina Heegen is an expert in intercultural communication and cultural skills, and talks about her work with diverse cultural groups and how she navigates the different layers of culture on a daily basis.
5 Mar 2024
True human connection: The key to change
Wim Elving has a strong background in psychology, and uses these insights in human connection and behavior to facilitate real change.
19 Feb 2024
Interpersonal communication as a tool for acceptance
Nerea Quintana Álvarez works in account management, and has a knack for interpersonal communication in an international setting, especially surrounding topics that could be sensitive or even taboo in some cultures.
4 Nov 2023
The art of interconnectedness
Irwan Juanda is an expert in communication on several levels. From interpersonal communication to social media, and from marketing to e-commerce. So how do all of these things work together?
15 May 2023
Solving wicked problems through conversation
Yannick Wassmer tackles wicked problems from systemic racism to climate change as an international facilitator. Today he shares how he tackles these turbulent conversations and uses his history and experience to guide people towards lasting and meaningful change.
20 Feb 2023
Marketing as the link between brands and the world
Erik Kostelijk is a marketing expert with a lot of insights on branding and intercultural communication. In this episode, he shares how he believes marketing and communication are connected, why he works in marketing and what mistakes brands can make when communicating across borders.
2 Jan 2023
A PhD on disinformation: How can we become resilient?
Jülide Kont is a current PhD candidate, and teacher at the Master International Communication. She is writing her PhD on resilience against disinformation, and shares her insights so far, both on her subject and on the experience of doing a PhD in the field of communication.
24 Oct 2022
Intercultural Sensitivity at the UN
Irene Taroni explains why Intercultural Sensitivity really matters at the UN. She talks about her work at the UN, her experiences as a third-culture kid, and her work as a lecturer and coach at the Master International Communication at the Hanze UAS.
19 Oct 2022
The Importance of International Communication
Trienke Drijfhout is a master in international communication. She shares her insights on and experiences with international communication to showcase how important and interesting this field can be.
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