Synopsis
We will be interviewing our guests for about 20 minutes and the discussion will be divided in two parts. First we will ask them to talk about themselves and their experience living in the US in addition to other languages that they speak/would like to learn, as well as travel experiences. Then in the second part we will open up the discussion to a broader theme, with an emphasis on informing our audience on activities and volunteering opportunities in the Washington DC area.
Episodes
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Protests - BLM
17/06/2020 Duration: 27minHello everyone! We are back with a special episode on the protests which have been happening in DC, but also around the US and the world. In this episode, Raza, Lucius and us share our thoughts on the movement. We previously shared a few links featuring various ways to stand in solidarity for the movement. Please find below more programs. Programs that support racial justice and equality Black Lives Matter, founded in 2013 after the neighborhood watch volunteer who fatally shot Trayvon Martin was acquitted. Equal Justice Initiative, which provides legal representation to people who have been wrongly convicted, unfairly sentenced or abused in state jails and prisons. Some groups, like the National Council For Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls, are particularly focused on helping female inmates and ex-convicts. NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, LDF seeks structural changes to expand democracy, eliminate disparities, and achieve ra
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Gentrification Part 2 w/ Raza, Lucius and Matt
04/11/2019 Duration: 27minHello everyone! We are back with the second of our new panel series! In this episode, we continue our discussion with Raza, Lucius and Matt on gentrification in DC, focusing on its historical roots, and how residents of the area can try to make a difference and help address the issue. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC Language Exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault.
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Gentrification Part 1 w/ Raza, Lucius and Matt
14/10/2019 Duration: 26minHello everyone! We are back once more! This is the eighth episode of our show, and first in a series focused on a particular discussion topic. In this episode, we will discuss with two old guests, Raza, and Lucius, and a new guest, Matt, the gentrification trend that has been happening in DC. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC Language Exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault.
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A Year in Lebanon w/ Raymond
28/08/2019 Duration: 23minHello everyone! We are back! This is the seventh episode of our show. And we come back with more content. In this episode, we will delve with Raymond Eid (@eidraymond) into his year in Lebanon. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC Language Exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault.
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DC Jazz scene w/ Raza
05/06/2019 Duration: 21minHello everyone! This is the second episode of LangX, the official podcast of the DC Language Exchange. In this episode, as DC Jazz fest is upon us, we will be interviewing Raza about the DC Jazz scence! Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC language exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault!
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Renewable Energy w/ Armando
27/05/2019 Duration: 20minHello everyone! This is the second episode of LangX, the official podcast of the DC Language Exchange. In this episode, we will be interviewing Armando about his work in renewable energy. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC language exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault!
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Capoeira w/ Lucius Jackson
10/04/2019 Duration: 21minHello everyone! This is the fourth episode of LangX, the official podcast of the DC Language Exchange. In this episode, we will be interviewing Lucius Jackson(inst: @bad_translation) about his experience practicing Capoeira in DC. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC language exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault!
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Restaurant service experience w/ Blaise Marti
26/03/2019 Duration: 22minHello everyone! This is the third episode of LangX, the official podcast of the DC Language Exchange. In this episode, we will be interviewing Blaise about, not only his international experience, but also his experience working in restaurant business in DC. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC language exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault!
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Au Pair Experience w/ Nati and Rada
14/03/2019 Duration: 30minHello everyone! This is the second episode of LangX, the official podcast of the DC Language Exchange. In this episode, we will be interviewing Rada and Nati about their experience being au pairs in DC. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC language exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault!
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Free Clinic Interpreter w/ David Maguire
28/02/2019 Duration: 23minHello everyone! This is the first episode of LangX, the official podcast of the DC Language Exchange. In this episode, we will be interviewing David Maguire (inst: @dmaguire_) about his experience being a medical interpreter at a free clinic. Check it out and don't hesitate to find us on Facebook (Couchsurfing DC language exchange). We hope you enjoy this episode, brought to you by Chrys and Thibault!