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Quiero un Panino con Cheese
Ever tried answering the question “Where are you from?” and gave a 10-minute monologue? Ever caught yourself switching between three languages in the middle of a sentence? Ever wondered what home really means when you’ve had more than one?
If so, welcome to Quiero un Panino con Cheese, the podcast for parents, kids, and families living the beautiful chaos of multicultural life.
Hosted by Gaia Striano and Hazel Swayne, two moms who have raised children across borders, this show explores the joys and challenges of Third Culture Kids—kids who grow up between cultures, languages, and identities.
Episodes
13 episodes
Our Top Culture Shocks
Have you ever traveled somewhere and found yourself in a situation that felt completely foreign—even uncomfortable—because it was normal for the locals but so unusual for you? That’s culture shock. And that’s exactly what Hazel and Gai...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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39:14
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The Name Game
Naming a baby should be one of the most joyful parts of expecting. But when families cross borders, cultures, and languages, this “fun” task can quickly turn into a puzzle. In this episode of Quiero un Panino con Cheese
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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34:00
Expatting, but 65 years ago - with Nicoletta Loewenherz
What would it be like to leave everything you’ve ever known — your family, your hometown, your traditions — at just 23 years old and start a life abroad? Now imagine doing it 65 years ago, without the internet, Google Maps, cell phones, Duol...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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35:08
TCK Stories with Chiara
In today’s episode of our series, TCK STORIES , we sit down with Chiara — Gaia’s middle child and a true Third Culture Kid. Born in Paris to Italian parents, Chiara's journey spans multiple countries: from Ro...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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42:03
When Going Home Gets Tough with Annegret Bertsch, CPC
After years of living abroad, returning home might seem like the easy part—but for many, it’s the hardest transition of all. In this episode, we dive deep into the often overlooked phenomenon of reverse culture shock—what it is,...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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33:25
When Crisis Hits...
In this heartfelt and candid episode, Hazel and Gaia tackle a tough but important topic: what happens when life takes a scary turn and you're thousands of miles away from your loved ones? Whether it's a personal emergency or a crisis back ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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34:00
TCK Stories with Giulia
Today, we sit down with Giulia, Gaia’s daughter, the talented graphic artist behind Quiero un Panino con Cheese, and a quintessential Third-Culture Kid. Born in France to Italian parents and having lived in France, Ita...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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35:49
WE'RE MOVING!!!! With Angela Vitiello - MBA, MS Ed and founder of "The Expat Parenting Collective"
In this episode, we dive into the emotionally complex and often delicate topic of telling our families, "We're moving." Joining us is Angela Vitiello, founder of The Expat Parenting Collective. Angela brings a wealth o...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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34:58
Finding Your Tribe - With Julia Marcos
In today's episode of Quiero un Panino con Cheese, we're excited to welcome our very first guest, Julia Marcos, a close friend of Hazel’s who has navigated the challenges of raising children in a foreign country, far from her family and supp...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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38:34
The Learning Gypsies
🎙️ Today on “Quiero un Panino con Cheese” — we dive deep into the future of education through the inspiring journey of Hazel and her husband Iñaki. After growing disillusioned with traditional schooling, they made a bold decision: to leave e...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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42:26
Lost and Found in Translation
Navigating the journey of raising bilingual children comes with its own unique set of challenges — and joys!In this episode of "Quiero un Panino con Cheese," we dive into our personal experiences ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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43:01