by Srinath
Welcome to NRI Stories with Srinath šļø This podcast brings you real journeys of Indians who made the move - their struggles, culture shocks, wins, and life lessons. Honest conversations to inspire you and prepare you for your own journey initially with NRIs in Switzerland/Europe. Also in mix of Telugu + English (and also few other regional languages like Kannada, Hindi).
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May 6, 2026
<p>š Join NRI Stories: The Inner Circle (free, approval only): https://www.skool.com/nri-stories-the-inner-circle-7207In this episode of NRI Stories podcast, I speak with Rama Rao, a Principal Architect working with Cloud, Azure and Databricks, who moved from a village in Khammam District to the UK in 1998 and then to the United States in 2006 - where he has built a 20-year career and raised his family in Florida.We talk about:- How the US job market really works in 2025 - networking vs applications, AI-driven layoffs, and why posted jobs are often already filled- The real cost of raising kids in America - the 529 college savings plan, education costs that rival buying a house, and finding good schools near Indian communities- Navigating H1B visa lock periods, US entry stamping rules, green card timelines, and the $100K minimum salary requirement for new H1B holders- Healthcare in the US - how Obamacare's open marketplace works and what it actually costs as an Indian family- Why Rama Rao left a settled UK life over his wife's objections to take a risk on America - and what he would tell someone considering the same move todayKey Timestamps:00:01:47 Introduction to life in Florida00:04:21 US job market and networking00:06:26 Entering medical school00:07:44 Public schooling system breakdown00:11:35 College financial planning00:13:27 US healthcare and ObamaCare00:19:08 Single versus dual income00:26:26 H1B visa lock periods00:36:06 Work-life balance and leave00:43:04 Raising kids and peer pressure00:52:12 Medical school student loans01:07:58 Advice for newcomers moving to the USThis episode is raw, honest, and packed with the kind of detail no one talks about publicly.š Watch all podcast episodes ā https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhdUKjwndfjKs3GlDRn9GFstP7hXc2szAš§ Listen on Spotify ā https://open.spotify.com/show/4W0OEnEeNom8n4Ruk0ocF5?si=4c90e9518a824e23š§ Listen on Apple ā https://podcasts.apple.com/il/podcast/nri-stories-with-srinath/id1864222012Join Our Community: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swisstelugufamily#NRIStories #NRILife #IndianInAmerica #H1BVisa #TeluguPodcast #IndianAbroad #NRI #USLife #TeluguNRI #GreenCard #NRIReality #IndianDiaspora #Telugu</p>
April 4, 2026
<p>š Join NRI Stories: The Inner Circle (free, approval only): https://www.skool.com/nri-stories-the-inner-circle-7207In this episode of NRI Stories podcast, I speak with Pradeep who moved to Poland in 2018 and navigated the transition from working in Pune, India to becoming an AVP in IT at a US-based firm in Krakow.We talk about:- How the Poland visa lottery, work permits, and the lengthy TRC (Temporary Residence Card) process actually works.- The stark ground reality of living just 200km from the Ukraine border and how the war impacted local inflation and rents.- Experiencing Poland's healthcare system, including the unique employer-provided private healthcare networks.- The financial realities of 35% taxes, the Polish Zloty (PLN) vs. Euro, and the necessity of dual income for families.- Surviving harsh European winters and navigating communist-era bureaucracy while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.This episode is raw, honest, and packed with the kind of detail no one talks about publicly.Timestamps:ā¢ 00:00:00 Intro & Guest Welcome ā¢ 00:02:48 Pradeep's Background & IT Role at State Street in Poland ā¢ 00:06:07 Moving to Poland: The Pune to Krakow Consultant Route ā¢ 00:11:12 Moving with Family, Rents & Education Costsā¢ 00:13:07 The Ukraine War's Direct Impact on Krakowā¢ 00:15:21 Financial Realities: IT Salaries, 35% Taxes & Savingsā¢ 00:19:35 Understanding Polish Visas, TRC Delays, and EU Long-Term Residenceā¢ 00:28:44 Experiencing the Healthcare System: Public vs. Privateā¢ 00:35:12 The Truth About Work-Life Balance & Communist-Era Bureaucracyā¢ 00:38:52 Harsh Winters, Walking Culture & Seasonal Depressionā¢ 00:41:40 How to Find Jobs in Poland & Top Portalsā¢ 00:46:10 The EU Blue Card & Opportunities for Studentsā¢ 00:48:54 Final Thoughts & OutroWebsites mentioned for job hunting in Poland: praca.pl and pracuj.plš Watch all podcast episodes ā https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhdUKjwndfjKs3GlDRn9GFstP7hXc2szAš§ Listen on Spotify ā https://open.spotify.com/show/4W0OEnEeNom8n4Ruk0ocF5?si=4c90e9518a824e23š§ Listen on Apple ā https://podcasts.apple.com/il/podcast/nri-stories-with-srinath/id1864222012Join Our Community:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swisstelugufamily#NRIStories #Poland #ITJobs #LifeInPoland #WorkAbroad #TeluguPodcast #EuropeJobs #NRILife #TechCareers #PodcastPromo #TeluguNRI #LivingInEurope</p>
March 26, 2026
<p>In this episode of NRI Stories podcast, I speak with Akshay who moved to Sweden as a student in 2016 and navigated the transition from an integrated Master's program to landing a successful career in the European tech industry.We talk about:- How the Sweden student visa, part-time jobs, and job hunting process actually works- Navigating the Swedish job market and securing a role at Scania after numerous rejections- Experiencing Sweden's incredible healthcare system during his wife's pregnancy and childbirth- The financial realities of high taxes, dual-income necessity, and the country's exceptional work-life balanceThis episode is raw, honest, and packed with the kind of detail no one talks about publicly.Timestamps:ā¢ 00:00:00 Intro & Guest Welcomeā¢ 00:02:06 Akshay's Background & Current Role at Scaniaā¢ 00:05:06 Moving to Sweden: The JNTU Kakinada to BTH Programā¢ 00:10:30 Navigating Master's Credits and Part-Time Jobsā¢ 00:18:05 The Wake-Up Call: Job Hunting and Facing Rejectionsā¢ 00:23:08 Understanding Swedish Work Permits, PR, and Citizenshipā¢ 00:28:42 The Current Job Market & Job Seeker Visas in Swedenā¢ 00:30:53 Wife's Career Journey and Moving to Stockholmā¢ 00:34:35 Experiencing the Swedish Healthcare System During Pregnancyā¢ 00:44:34 Financial Realities: High Taxes and the Need for Dual Incomeā¢ 00:51:05 Starting the "Sweden lo Sweet Couple" YouTube Channelā¢ 00:54:37 Final Advice for NRIs: Work-Life Balance vs. Struggles Abroadš Watch all podcast episodes ā https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhdUKjwndfjKs3GlDRn9GFstP7hXc2szAš§ Listen on Apple ā https://podcasts.apple.com/il/podcast/nri-stories-with-srinath/id1864222012š„Download your free Swiss Move Guide: https://nristories.iamwithsrinath.com/swiss-move-guideJoin Our Comminuty:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swisstelugufamily#NRIStories #SwedenPR #IndiansInSweden #SwedenVisa #NRILife #TeluguPodcast #IndianAbroad</p>
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Welcome to NRI Stories with Srinath šļø
This podcast brings you real journeys of Indians who made the move - their struggles, culture shocks, wins, and life lessons. Honest conversations to inspire you and prepare you for your own journey initially with NRIs in Switzerland/Europe. Also in mix of Telugu + English (and also few other regional languages like Kannada, Hindi).
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