Echolocation
#17. Best of Echolocation
From dating to drugs, from influencers to sports – listen to highlights from the Echolocation podcast. Since we started the Echolocation podcast we have explored a variety of topics, from gay rights to AI technology, from entrepreneurship to the relations with Russia. In Echolocation #17, we bring together the best from all episodes. Listen to …
Echolocation 16. Drug Use and Abuse
How do drugs affect our societies? Can you use drugs without being an addict? And what help is there for those who get trapped in addiction? The issue of illegal drugs – and a possible legalization – is very much in centre of the debate in many European countries. So, what do people think – and do …
Echolocation 15. Russia – The Elephant in the room
Despite that 32 years has passed since Moldova and Georgia became independent, Russia and Russian culture and language continuous to play an important role in the two countries. What does it mean to young people on the two countries? And how is it like to be a Russian exile activist living in Sweden? How has …
Echolocation 14. Sweden for beginners
What is ”lagom”, what happens if you sit beside someone in an otherwise empty bus, and do Swedes really pay that high taxes? Dive into a very Swedish episode of Echolocation! I guess you already know everything about Sweden, right? If not, here is the chance to learn more about this Nordic country. In episode …
Echolocation 13. Ready for business?
In recent years, Europe has witnessed a surge in young entrepreneurs who are reshaping industries with their fresh perspectives and boundless ambition. But what are their challenges? And what advice can they give to aspiring young entrepreneurs. In this episode, we set our focus on the vibrant landscape of entrepreneurship in Europe and how it’s …
Echolocation 12. Will Georgia become a EU member?
What are the chances for Georgia to become a EU member? What are the dreams and hopes of young people in Georgia? What would it mean for Georgia to become a part of the European Union and what could Georgia bring to the EU-family? In June 2022, EU leaders granted Ukraine and Moldova candidate status while …
Echolocation 11. Time for a gap year?
In our rapidly evolving and fast-paced society, an increasing number of students are recognizing the importance of taking a pause from their academic pursuits – a gap year! But is it accepted by parents and the society? Will it have any positive – or negative – effect on your motivation and results? And what’s maybe …
Echolocation 10: Should I stay or should I go?
How can brain drain be reverse so that a country like Moldova can convince the young generation to stay in the country? That was the topic for a live discussion that took place in Chisinau, the capital of Moldova as a part of the Echolocation project. Less and less Moldovan students choose Moldovan universities to …
Echolocation 9. Georgia for Beginners
What does the car mean to Georgians? Do people in Georgia talk about other things besides food and wine – and why is the mother of Georgia holding a sword in her hand? I guess you already know everything about Georgia, right? If not, here is the chance to learn more about this European country, situated …
Echolocation 8. Sport and Politics
What role do sports play in modern societies today? What do they mean for a country’s national identity and how are they linked to politics and economy? Sports have been a part of life since the start of human civilization. They brings us together but they can also drive us apart. Sports have become more and …
Echolocation – the new website is up and running!
Echolocation, the collaborative podcast project between Global Podd, Diez in Moldova and Knews in Georgia has officially launched a brand-new podcast website! “Now you can easily listen to all of our episodes, learn more about our team, and stay up-to-date with our latest news and events. We’re thrilled to have a central hub where our listeners …
Echolocation 7. Artificial Intelligence
Welcome to the new world of Artificial Intelligence. What are the ethical dilemmas? How will my chances for a good job be affected? The age of artificial intelligence is here! Every day, there are new and amazing advances in AI technology. Recently, we’ve seen a number of AI tools like ChatGPT and DALL·E among others, …
Samtalen som bygger broar
KRÖNIKA. Genom samarbetet med unga redaktioner i Moldavien och Georgien har vi kunnat diskutera saker som den framtida arbetsmarknaden och nationsöverskrinande dejting. Samtidigt har jag fått en insyn i för mig helt bortglömda hörn av världen. Det skriver Samuel Rivera, en av programledarna bakom podden Echolocation. Detta är en krönika, de åsikter som framförs är …
Echolocation 6. Behind the Scenes
Sweden, Moldova, Georgia. What do our three countries have in common and what can we learn from each other? Listen to a special episode of Echolocation about how everything started – and what we plan for the future. Finally, the team behind the Echolocation podcast met in Chisinau (or “Kiss-me-now” for those having difficulties with …
Echolocation 5. Moldova for beginners
How do you cook a good mamaliga, what is it like in the Transnistrian region and where in Chisinau would you take your first date? I guess you already know everything about Moldova, right? If not, here is the chance to learn more about this great land-locked European country, situated on the crossroads between …
Echolocation 4: Ready for a date?
How do you find the ”right one”? What is the difference in dating between Sweden, Moldova and Georgia? Maybe the new episode of Echolocation will give you the right answers. How does social media influence young people’s dating behaviour? Are the online apps efficient in finding a ”perfect match“ and what is it like to …
Echolocation 2.0. Is there a job for me in the future?
Do what you love, be curious, try new things and be in charge of your own career. Those are some advice from three young professionals from Georgia, Moldova, and Sweden. The world is changing rapidly with numerous economic, political, and technological developments shaping our daily existence. One of the areas that see the biggest change …
Echolocation 2.0. Tell me who is your influencer and I’ll tell you who you are
Like most people, you’re probably doubting that influencers might impact your life very much. We like to feel in control of our lives, and we probably are, however many of our decisions are influenced by certain people, even by those who are not in our environment. In this episode we’ll talk about those whose stories …
Global Podd 114. Why are old men so afraid of gay people?
Why are old men in Eastern European countries so afraid of Pride and the LGBTQI movement? What can young people do to make them more gay-friendly? What should you think of before you decide to come out of the closet in countries such as Moldova and Georgia and what can we learn from Sweden when …
Echolocation 2.0. Why are old men so afraid of gay people?
Why are old men in Eastern European countries so afraid of Pride and the LGBTQI movement? What can young people do to make them more gay-friendly? What should you think of before you decide to come out of the closet in countries such as Moldova and Georgia and what can we learn from Sweden when …
Global Podd 85. When will Georgia and Moldova finally join the EU?
For years people in Georgia and Moldova have heard the sweet voices from Brussels, promising a brighter future as a part of the European family. But besides words, nothing has happened. What do young people in the countries think – and what could happen if the talks lead to nothing? In Echolocation, a special serie of …
Global Podd 82. Echolocation – bringing young voices together
Why are young people more passive in politics that their parents? What changes do they want and how do they look upon their own possibility to influence the society? Listen to three young voices from Moldova, Georgia and Sweden. Echolocation – bringing your voices together is a special podcast cooperation with between Georgia (Knews), Moldova …