Podcasts about Swiss German

In today's Swiss German podcast, we explore the world of healthy drinks — from mint, lime, ginger and elderflower to energy, happiness and feeling good in everyday life. Come along and improve your Swiss German! My courses https://linktr.ee/swissgermanonline  for VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/HgGKXgs78v8UasfvNQK3  Standard German Tuesday 8 pm course https://app.german.dog/subscriptions

A funny Swiss German podcast about cycling to the local market, buying fresh local products, and exploring the packing limits of the e-bike. VIP members https://app.swiss-german-online.com/videos/HgGKXgs78v8UasfvNQK3  My courses https://linktr.ee/swissgermanonline 

Hoi Mitenand!Was genau ist eigentlich eine Zunft? Weshalb entstanden die Zünfte im Mittelalter, und warum gibt es einige von ihnen bis heute?In dieser Podcast-Episode werfen wir einen Blick auf die Geschichte der Schweizer Zünfte. Wir sprechen darüber, welche Aufgaben sie hatten, weshalb sie für Handwerker und Händler so wichtig waren und wie sie in Städten wie Zürich, Bern oder Basel sogar politischen Einfluss gewannen.Ausserdem schauen wir uns an, welche Rolle die Zünfte heute noch spielen und ob man heutzutage überhaupt noch Mitglied einer Zunft werden kann.Diese Folge ist ideal für Deutschlernende auf B2-Niveau, die Schweizerdeutsch besser verstehen möchten.

Join us for a trip to Murten, one of Switzerland's most beautiful little towns — full of history, lake views, old city walls, local traditions, and of course: Nidelkuchen. In this advanced Swiss German podcast, you'll hear natural Swiss German about real life, personal memories, the famous Battle of Murten, the yearly Soli celebration, and what makes this small town so special. This episode is perfect if you want to improve your listening skills with authentic Swiss German, useful expressions, and cultural background — not boring textbook language, but real stories, real places, and real Swiss vibes.

Swiss German often sounds completely different between Zurich, Valais and Schaffhausen — and yet it connects many people in German-speaking Switzerland with a strong sense of home and identity. While Standard German seems almost like a foreign language to some, dialect is spoken as a matter of course in everyday life. Linguistically, the matter is complicated. Emotionally, however, it is often quite clear. A conversation about language, belonging and cultural identity. - Zwischen Zürich, dem Wallis und Schaffhausen klingt Schweizerdeutsch oft völlig unterschiedlich – und doch verbindet es viele Menschen in der Deutschschweiz mit einem starken Gefühl von Heimat und Identität. Während Hochdeutsch für manche fast wie eine Fremdsprache wirkt, wird im Alltag ganz selbstverständlich Dialekt gesprochen. Sprachwissenschaftlich ist die Sache kompliziert. Emotional dagegen oft ganz eindeutig. Ein Gespräch über Sprache, Zugehörigkeit und kulturelle Identität.

Hoi Mitenand!In dieser Episode schauen wir uns an, warum die Stimmung in der Schweiz gegen Ende des Ersten Weltkriegs immer angespannter wurde. Steigende Preise, wirtschaftliche Unsicherheit und soziale Ungleichheit führten schliesslich zum Landesstreik von 1918 – einem der wichtigsten innenpolitischen Ereignisse der modernen Schweizer Geschichte.Diese Folge ist Teil einer Serie über die Schweiz zur Zeit der Weltkriege und eignet sich besonders für Lernende auf etwa B1-Niveau, die ihr Hörverständnis im Schweizerdeutschen verbessern möchten.

Naturopath and homeopath Nadja Röthlisberger joins the podcast to empower parents with safe, effective home remedies for common childhood symptoms — while also helping them recognize when it's time to seek medical care. Based in Switzerland, Nadja has been running her practice for over 16 years, supporting families with holistic pediatric care. With a background in naturopathy and homeopathy, along with years of teaching pediatric health courses, she is passionate about helping parents feel confident caring for their children naturally. In this episode, Nadja shares practical tools for managing everyday childhood concerns at home, the importance of integrating natural and conventional care, and how to identify red flags that require professional attention. Key Takeaways: Safe and effective home remedies for common childhood symptoms How to confidently support your child's health at home When to seek medical care vs. manage naturally The role of integrative, holistic pediatric care Book Mentioned: By Sefora Cuoco, La Brújula de la Intuición: Descubre tus habilidades clarividentes y fortalece tu intuición. (Spanish Edition) About Nadja: Nadja Röthlisberger is a naturopath and homeopath from Switzerland. She lives with her husband and their two children — both now teenagers — on a farm and has been running her practice in the same village for the past 16 years. The village has about 4,000 inhabitants, which is considered relatively small by Swiss standards. Before studying naturopathy for six years and homeopathy for another two years, she completed an apprenticeship at a bank. She then worked in youth marketing and later in project management and marketing for an international medical technology company. There, she was part of a multicultural team where the company language was English. After ten years of teaching pediatric health courses—both online and offline—Nadja wrote a book that has sold more than 3,000 copies through self-publishing. Although she loves her profession, she sometimes misses the multilingual and intercultural environment. For this reason — and perhaps also because she is a little bit crazy—she decided to have part of her book on children's health translated into English. Nadja also hosts a podcast in Swiss German, writes regular blog articles, works as a lecturer, and runs a busy practice. More from Nadja: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadja.roethlisberger/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/www.nadjaroethlisberger.ch Website: https://nadjaroethlisberger.ch/ Book: The Natural Path - A Parents' Practical Guide to Natural and Homeopathic Remedies - https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Nadja-Roethlisberger/dp/3033116140 For more from Dr. Brayton: If you'd like to learn more about my virtual functional medicine practice, go to https://drlaurabrayton.com/virtual-functional-medicine/ and schedule a complimentary 15 minute discovery call with me. Help more people find our show - leave a rating and review by simply clicking on http://ratethispodcast.com/welladjustedmama. © 2014 - 2026 Dr. Laura Brayton

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Hoi Mitenand!In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die Seen der Schweiz.Welcher ist der tiefste See der Schweiz? Die Antwort ist nicht ganz so einfach, wie man vielleicht denkt. Und du erfährst ausserdem, wie man früher die Tiefe eines Sees gemessen hat, warum der Brienzersee diese besondere Farbe hat und was den Walensee so speziell macht. Zum Schluss gibt es noch eine spannende Geschichte aus der Region rund um den Vierwaldstättersee.Diese Folge ist ideal für Deutschlernende auf B2-Niveau, die Schweizerdeutsch besser verstehen möchten.

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Hoi Mitenand!In dieser Episode schauen wir uns an, wie die Schweiz den Ersten Weltkrieg erlebt hat. Obwohl das Land neutral blieb, veränderte der Krieg den Alltag stark: Die Armee wurde mobilisiert, viele Männer leisteten Aktivdienst, und die wirtschaftliche Lage wurde zunehmend schwieriger. Lebensmittel wurden knapp, Preise stiegen, und soziale Spannungen nahmen zu.Diese Folge ist Teil einer Serie über die Schweiz zur Zeit der Weltkriege. Sie richtet sich an Lernende auf etwa B1-Niveau, die ihr Hörverständnis im Schweizerdeutschen verbessern möchten.

February 21st was International Mother Language Day!Hosted (briefly, in English) and collected/edited by Jenny, we filled our airwaves with approximately 50 languages from over 70 participants, in celebration of "International Mother Language Day" which is observed every year to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism.Thank you to everyone who participated, with a special thanks to the staff and residents at The Village of Riverside Glen and the grade eights at Willow Public School for your extra contributions. We had over ten participants at Willow, and almost 30 at Riverside Glen. And thank you Chrissy Mounir for your help collecting and recording/editing additional languages! The music you will hear during the spoken section of the broadcast are the songs "Jak to Bude, Jak to Půjde Dál" and "Jak Se Daří Muj Milý_ (How Do You Fare, My Dear One_)" by local artist Louisa KratkaThere are seniors who shared that they were pressured to give up their language when they moved to Canada as children, and there are children who are just beginning their journey with English now. There are adults supporting seniors, speaking English to build a comfortable, familiar, somewhat-universal environment for the residents but whom share a world of languages between them outside of those moments, in their breaks and when they're off the clock. There are people who know just a short phrase or song in their ancestral mother language. And our University brings in so many languages too!This is truly a beautiful listen. Not to be missed!There were nearly 50 languages I counted (in addition to English), some languages are similar, some have slightly different names based on the era, and areas in which they're spoken. I did my best to record the language name based on what the participant shared with me, so I apologize for any spelling errors/duplications.The languages you'll hear are Arabic, Assyrian, Bicol, Pampanga, Tagalog/Filipino, česky (czech, czechia), Czech, Chinese, Croatian, German/Deutsche, Swiss-German, Dogri, Dutch, Ekiti, Espanol/Spanish, Farsi, Finnish, French, Gujarati, Hakka, Hindi, Hungarian, Inuktitut, Algonquin Language (Anishinabemowin) dialect from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, Ojibwe, Italian, Jamaican Patois, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Mandarin, Mohawk, Nepali, Norwegian, Nzema, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Tamil, Telugu, Tigrinya, Urdu, YiddishThis originally aired on February 21st, 2026 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bridgingthesocialdistance.substack.com

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Hoi Mitenand!In dieser Episode übt ihr euer Schweizerdeutsch und erfahrt mehr über die Geschichte der Schweiz.Wir sprechen darüber, warum die Schweiz im Ersten Weltkrieg neutral geblieben ist und welche politische, geografische und gesellschaftliche Ausgangslage es vor 1914 gab.Diese Folge ist Teil einer Serie über die Schweiz zur Zeit der Weltkriege. Sie richtet sich an Lernende auf etwa B1-Niveau, die ihr Hörverständnis im Schweizerdeutschen verbessern möchten.

Swiss German app https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html In this podcast, I share personal stories, everyday observations, and reflections on life in Switzerland — often through the lens of language, culture, and human connection. Some episodes are inspired by real moments, like my daughter's experience living in an artistic community, others by what I see every day as a language teacher: how people learn, struggle, grow, and slowly find their voice in a new language. It's not about perfection. It's about listening better, speaking more freely, and seeing Switzerland from different angles — sometimes quiet, sometimes surprising, always human. If you're curious about language, community, and simple, honest living, you'll feel at home here.

Since 5tracks is a collaborative podcast showcasing independent electronic music only, we're back with “A-side”, an episode “apart” as it gives you the opportunity to listen to the fruit of a recent collaboration between Chris Kraus (@minimalicous), a Cologne-based producer and DJ influenced by “House” (deep/tech-house as we like it, made in Germany, underground and rhythmic) and DeepSpud a.k.a. @SickSpud , a techno artist who has been a long-standing presence on UZIC. Five tracks mixed by DeepSpud, after being produced in a Swiss / German duplex. More information on each track and/or order online for fans willing to support these two independent artists: 1. DEEPSPUD - Orientale Face (7:48) - [info & order: https://sickspud.bandcamp.com/album/face-ep?t=1 ] 2. CHRIS KRAUS - Oh my gosh (7:03) - [info & order: https://chriskraus.bandcamp.com/track/oh-my-gosh ] 3. DEEPSPUD - Minimal bal (7:19) - [info & order: https://sickspud.bandcamp.com/album/face-ep?t=3 ] 4. CHRIS KRAUS - “How are you?!” (7:03) - [info & order: https://chriskraus.bandcamp.com/track/how-are-you ] 5. DEEPSPUD - Funky Face (7:43) - [info & order: https://sickspud.bandcamp.com/album/face-ep?t=2 ] © SickSpud & Chris Kraus, 2026 More information about Chris Kraus:
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Send us a textLewis Bender is CEO and Founder of Intensity Therapeutics ( https://intensitytherapeutics.com/ ), a clinical-stage biotechnology company whose mission is to help patients live longer, higher quality lives by discovering, developing, and commercializing first-in-class cancer drugs that attenuate tumors with minimal side effects, while training the patient's own immune system to fight the cancer. Intensity's novel engineered chemistry (lead candidate INT230-6) enables aqueous cytotoxic-containing drug formulations to mix and saturate a tumor's dense, high-fat, pressurized environment following direct intra-tumoral injection. As a result of the saturation, Intensity's clinical trials have demonstrated the ability of INT230-6 to kill tumors and elicit an adaptive immune response within days of injection, representing a new approach to cancer cell death that holds the potential to shift the treatment paradigm and turn many deadly cancers into chronic diseases, even for malignancies that do not respond to conventional immunotherapy.Prior to founding Intensity Therapeutics, Mr. Bender was the CEO of Interleukin Genetics, a personalized medicine company. At Interleukin Mr. Bender successfully restructured the Company, increased sales eight-fold, developed a new genetic-based testing platform and partnered with a large insurance provider to initiate studies leading to reimbursement of the Company's lead product.Prior to joining Interleukin Genetics, Mr. Bender held numerous positions at Emisphere Technologies, Inc., a drug delivery company specializing in the oral delivery of poorly absorbed molecules. While at Emisphere Mr. Bender held positions as; Interim President & CEO, Chief Technology Officer, Senior Vice President of Business Development, and Vice President of Manufacturing and Process Development. During his career Mr. Bender has partnered with several major pharmaceutical and biotech companies using structures such as joint ventures, licensing and research collaboration agreements.Mr. Bender has over 25 years of biotech and pharmaceutical experience having led teams taking products from discovery to Phase III for compounds using novel drug delivery techniques. In addition, Mr. Bender has been successful in raising (or helping to raise) capital with institutional investors using several vehicles such as registered direct placements, PIPES, S-3 & S-1 filings, and convertible debt. For Intensity Therapeutics he has raised approximately $13,000,000 in capital with multiple types of investors.Mr. Bender has both a B.S and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from MIT, an MBA from UPenn's Wharton School, and an MA in International studies also from UPenn. He spent several years living in Switzerland and speaks French, German and Swiss-German dialect.#LewisBender #IntensityTherapeutics #Intratumoral #Immunotherapy #CellPenetrationAndDispersionEnhancer #AmphiphilicMolecule #CytotoxicChemotherapy #Cisplatin #Vinblastine #DfuseRx #DirectCytotoxicity #NeoantigenRelease #AdaptiveImmuneResponse #SoftTissueSarcoma #TripleNegativeBreastCancer #LocallyAdvancedBreastCancer #Metastatic #RefractorySolidTumors #STEM #Innovation #Science #Technology #Research #ProgressPotentialAndPossibilities #IraPastor #Podcast #Podcaster #Podcasting #ViralPodcastSupport the show

This week's guest is Rosemary Waldmeier, a true hospitality lifer -- raised in downtown Chicago in the orbit of the Drake Hotel, then pulled (inevitably) toward the dining room's gravity. After two summers hosting at Gibson's and a formative management internship at Shaw's, she found her long-term home at Lettuce Entertain You, rising through Shaw's and onto the opening team at Oyster Bah before stepping into her current role as Partner and General Manager at Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab. This episode, we talk about the long arc of a hospitality career -- how you grow from “working the door” to building culture, setting a service philosophy, and finding the next frontier. Also: her Swiss-German executive-chef dad's old-school standards, the lost art of the clipboard (and the economics of a “secret table”), a recent pilgrimage to Florida to visit the original Joe's -- and so much more. -- As mentioned on the show, we're hosting a limited run of Chef's Table dinners at the Stock showroom in Logan Square -- 12 seats, chefs cooking in the room, stories included. February - Dear Margaret (Two Nights) - French-Canadian cooking from Chef Ryan Brosseau, presented as a rare pop-up while Dear Margaret rebuilds. March - Umami Q - Pitmaster Charles Wong blends Texas barbecue with umami-forward technique. April - Diego / Entre Sueños / Trino - Chef Steven Sandoval leads a borderless Baja-inspired dinner with Mediterranean influence. Tickets range from $175–$250 per person (beverages included). Only 12 seats per dinner. Tickets go fast, so get them while you can.

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Hoi Mitenand!Warum gibt es im Deutschen eigentlich der, die und das? In dieser kurzen Episode schauen wir auf die sprachgeschichtlichen Wurzeln der drei Artikel, wie sie sich entwickelt haben und warum Schweizerdeutsch und Hochdeutsch heute fast gleich funktionieren.Der Podcast ist auf B1-Niveau und richtet sich an Lernende, die Hochdeutsch bereits beherrschen und ihr Verständnis für Schweizerdeutsch vertiefen möchten.

Around 60 people live full time in the town of Helvetia, West Virginia. But once a year, the population swells to 20 times its size – when masked revelers dressed as moons, suns, monsters, possums, and everything in between descend. This is Fasnacht, a Swiss-German celebration of Fat Tuesday that was brought to the area by immigrants in the 19th century. In the 20th, Fasnacht almost died out…before being revived by two creative local women.This episode is brought to you in partnership with West Virginia Tourism. The next Fasnacht will be celebrated on February 14, 2026 (time to plan a combo Fasnacht-Valentine's Day trip?) For more information check out the event's Fasnacht website and Facebook event page.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch and Isi find out facts, slang and phrases from Scotland. The duo then answer Marianne's question about British TV shows before Mitch reads out a few classic British jokes. Interactive Transcript Support Easy English and get interactive transcripts and bonus content for all our episodes: easyenglish.fm/membership Show Notes Mitch & Janusz's jokes video: British Jokes (https://youtu.be/ZyhFrcUP16w) (Easy English 168) Transcript Intro Mitch: [0:23] We've hit a milestone as well. I just... I didn't even notice. We're on episode 80. Isi: [0:30] When is 100? Mitch: [0:32] Next year sometime. Well, as it's the milestone, we'd like to say welcome to the Easy English Podcast, episode 80. Isi: [0:42] Whoop, whoop. Mitch: [0:43] Wow. 80 episodes. Crazy. And welcome to any new people who have just discovered us. Isi: [0:50] Hello. Mitch: [0:51] Today, we've got a few topics and a brand new topic, which I'd like to make a continuous topic, that appears in every episode. But our main 'Topic of the Week' is a subject which was requested, in the last podcast by Marcel, from the Swiss-German border. Isi: [1:14] Scotland. - What? Mitch: [1:17] Oh yeah! - Scotland's not on the Swiss-German border. Isi: [1:21] But, wasn't that the topic. Mitch: [1:22] Yeah, so Marcel asked for us to talk about Scotland. And, one issue we have with that is... we have been to Scotland right? - We have been... - But we don't know that much. - several times. - Yeah, several times, but we still didn't really know that much. - No. - So I did a bit of research and I'm gonna sort of, enlighten all of us, because a lot of these things I was like, what? Wow, that's amazing. There's so much interesting stuff about Scotland. And we also have an 'Unhelpful Advice' question, from another listener, who sent in a voice message. And then at the end, we have our new brand new section, 'British Jokes'. Support Easy English and get interactive transcripts and bonus content for all our episodes: easyenglish.fm/membership

Hoi Mitenand! Ein Gespräch mit Patrick vom 14-Minuten-Podcast über Sprache, Kultur und Dialekte.Wir sprechen über Hochdeutsch und Schweizerdeutsch, über den Umgang mit Dialekten in Deutschland und was so die grössten Unterschiede im Vergleich zur Schweiz sind.Vielen Dank an Patrick für das inspirierende Gespräch.

Hoi Mitenand!In dieser Episode geht's um die Geschichte von Halloween – vom keltischen Fest Samhain bis zu den heutigen Kürbislaternen. Und wir entdecken, dass es mit dem Räbeliechtli auch in der Schweiz einen ähnlichen Lichtbrauch gibt.

Hoi Mitenand!In dieser Episode geht's um die Geschichte von Halloween – vom keltischen Fest Samhain bis zu den heutigen Kürbislaternen. Und wir entdecken, dass es mit dem Räbeliechtli auch in der Schweiz einen ähnlichen Lichtbrauch gibt.

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I had the pleasure of sitting down and talking with the brilliant Dr. Ute Limacher-Riebold, a renowned scholar who grew up multilingual and has been working in the field of linguistics and multilingualism for decades.This first part of our talk focuses on Ute's journey growing up multilingual in Italy with German parents and being immersed early on in many different languages and dialects. We touch on the distinction between a language and a dialect, as that is not always so clear, and the richness that dialects and regional variants bring to a language and to us as the speakers or learners.Given that much of Ute's language learning happened in an immersive or natural way, we talk about the natural approaches that she has found most helpful, such as watching TV, observing and mimicking how people speak, and picking up the culture through observation. While there are clear challenges inherent to learning a language that is very different and linguistically far from our own or the ones we speak, it can also be challenging to learn two languages that are similar with slight variations. Ute shares with us what it was like for her to learn 3 languages that are very similar, namely German, Swiss German and Dutch.We end this first part of our talk with a discussion on code-switching and language mixing and what it means for the bilingual or multilingual child and family. Is it okay? When should we be worried about it? Listen to find out.There are so many places to find Ute on the web, but I will put 2 here from which you can find links to all 4 of her YouTube channels, her services, her free monthly online meetings and so much more!Ute's LinkTreeUte's Website

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7-day free trial https://linktr.ee/swissgermanonline    Welcome to “Speak It Into Reality” – your friendly space for learning Swiss German (and Standard German) with joy, movement, and real-life stories! In this podcast, we explore how to learn a new language faster – not by cramming, but by using Brain Gym techniques, mindset shifts, speaking practice, and a lot of laughter. Whether you're a beginner or brushing up your skills, you'll find practical tips, motivation, and fun ways to integrate Swiss German into your everyday life. Hosted by a passionate language teacher with real classroom stories, personal struggles, and surprising breakthroughs – this is your weekly reminder that yes, you CAN speak Swiss German. ✨ Listen in, laugh a little, and start speaking – even if it's not perfect. That's how fluency begins.

Learning a few phrases in the local language can completely transform your travel experience. This couldn't be more true for German-speaking countries, where a little linguistic effort goes a remarkably long way in connecting with locals and navigating your adventures with confidence.David Durham (@anamericanpolyglot) joins us to unpack essential German phrases every traveler should know before visiting Germany, Austria, Switzerland, or other German-speaking regions. As a language expert who lived in the Netherlands for over five years and studied German in college, David offers unique insights into not just vocabulary, but the cultural nuances behind German expressions.We start with fundamental greetings like "Guten Tag" and "Hallo," exploring when to use each depending on your relationship with the person you're addressing. David breaks down common expressions syllable by syllable, making pronunciation accessible even for beginners. You'll learn the difference between formal farewells like "Auf Wiedersehen" and casual goodbyes like "Tschüss," along with essential phrases for navigating restaurants, shops, and public spaces.The conversation takes a fascinating turn when we explore Swiss German, revealing how this melodic dialect differs from High German (Hochdeutsch) and varies significantly across different Swiss regions. David demonstrates these differences through examples, showing how understanding the German language connects to Dutch and even English through shared linguistic roots.Beyond just memorizing phrases, we discuss the importance of understanding German grammatical gender (der, die, das) and the formal/informal distinction that shapes social interactions. These cultural insights help you avoid common tourist mistakes and show respect for local customs, breaking the stereotype of the "typical American abroad."Whether you're planning your first European adventure or you're a seasoned traveler looking to deepen your connection with German-speaking cultures, this episode provides practical language tools that will enhance your journey. Subscribe now and join our growing community of curious, culturally-aware travelers!Thanks for your ongoing support!http://paypal.me/TheROAMiesAlexa and RoryThe ROAMiesPlease subscribe, rate and share our podcast! Follow us at:http://www.TheROAMies.comThe ROAMies: Facebook and Instagram YouTube and X.

Florian and Esther discuss the language industry news of the past few weeks, beginning with a recap of SlatorCon Silicon Valley 2025, where the duo noted strong localization buyer and user turnout, and tech-focused discussions across presentations and panels.One key highlight was Cohere's well-timed launch of Command A Translate, which allowed Kelly Marchisio to share details on building multilingual LLMs. Esther notes that Cohere's multilingual models focus on high-quality coverage of about 20 languages rather than attempting hundreds.Florian turns to the Apertus launch in Switzerland, where EPFL, ETH Zurich, and the Swiss Supercomputing Centre released a multilingual model trained on over 15 trillion tokens and covering more than 1,000 languages, including Swiss German and Romansh.Esther reveals that Middlebury Institute will phase out its graduate translation and interpretation programs by 2027, marking the loss of a key training ground.Esther reports on TransPerfect's acquisition of Unbabel, with plans to integrate its AI tools, such as TowerLLM and EuroVLM, into GlobalLink, while CEO Vasco Pedro will stay briefly during the transition. Florian outlines Apple's launch of AirPod Pro 3 with live AI translation and Google's new Gemini-powered updates for AI live speech translation.Esther concludes with the Inc. 5000 rankings, highlighting 11 language industry companies. She highlights Propio, Boostlingo, and CQ Fluency as repeat entrants, with Propio topping the list but also announcing job cuts following its acquisition of CyraCom.

Hoi Mitenand!Das Hotel Belvédère am Furkapass – einst Symbol der Belle Époque, heute ein Lost Place. Erfahre seine Geschichte und lerne dabei Schweizerdeutsch. Viel Spass!

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New bestie Gina Chavez speaks about her journey in music, her deep love for connecting with people, and the influence of her mixed cultural background on Basic Folk. Her parents are of Mexican and Swiss-German descent. Her father, although second generation Mexican-American, was not raised with Spanish language or any Mexican culture. Gina discusses growing up in Austin, Texas, and the role music – or the absence of it – played in her household. She talks about being a choir kid in the '90s before it was cool, about discovering her Latin roots later in life, and how singing in Spanish feels spiritually significant to her.Gina also shares her experiences studying abroad in Argentina, running a college fund for girls in El Salvador, and the moment she unlocked her true singing voice in the studio. We hear about how she met her wife, Jodi Granado, at the Catholic Student Center at the University of Texas. Then, we get into her complex relationship with Texas, her Catholic upbringing, her advocacy work, and the joy of performing on Olivia Travel cruises. Throughout the interview, Gina emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and learning to embrace and express all parts of her identity.Follow Basic Folk on social media: https://basicfolk.bio.link/Sign up for Basic Folk's newsletter: https://bit.ly/basicfolknewsHelp produce Basic Folk by contributing: https://basicfolk.com/donate/Interested in sponsoring us? Contact BGS: https://bit.ly/sponsorBGSpodsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Hoi Mitenand!Willkommen zu einer neuen Folge des Schweizerdeutsch Hörbuchs!

Hoi Mitenand!In dieser Episode erfährt ihr mehr über die Kantone der Schweiz. Zum Beispiel: woher das Wort „Kanton“ kommt, warum es früher auch „Stände“ hiess – und wie Schweizer Kantone funktionieren. Ideal für alle, die Schweizerdeutsch und die Schweiz besser verstehen wollen. Viel Spass beim Zuhören!

My courses https://linktr.ee/swissgermanonline   Swiss German in the Garden In this week's Swiss German lesson, we're heading out into the garden.  Whether you have a backyard, a balcony, or a community garden, this lesson is full of fun and useful vocabulary about planting, growing, and harvesting. We'll talk about: Common vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and asparagus How to describe your garden (big, small, full of plants) The word “e Huufe” and how to use it to talk about “a lot” of work, fruit, or fun Relaxed Swiss German conversations about everyday garden life You'll learn through stories, questions, and short dialogues — and discover how to express what you grow, what you like to eat, and what kind of garden work makes you feel relaxed (or stressed!). At the end of the lesson, we'll meet for a live Zoom conversation to practise speaking together. Perfect for A2-level learners who want to expand their vocabulary and sound more natural in everyday conversations. Let's grow your Swiss German — one tomato at a time!

Monday VIP live lesson https://app.swiss-german-online.com/home   On this week's Swiss German Online LIVE lesson-podcast, host Kathrin Erni takes you on a ride—literally and linguistically—through Zürich's just-opened Velotunnel. Dug decades ago for a scrapped expressway and finally repurposed in May 2025, this 6-metre-wide, bike-only passage now links Kreis 4 and Kreis 5 beneath the main station.

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7 day free trial https://www.swiss-german-online.com/app.html   Welcome to the Swiss German Online Livestream! This week, we will talk about all the different apps we use every day — from buying things, learning new skills, finding hiking trails, checking the stars, or counting our steps. Apps are everywhere – but what about an app that actually helps you learn Swiss German?

Angela Martina Heck's greatest wish is for intuition to become second nature in businesses and schools. Her dedication and passion for systemic work, family constellations, and business consulting have made her a sought-after expert in her field.Follow her journey on her website with blog, podcast, and the book that will come out shortly: https://www.angelaheck.com/podcast-blog/ ***********Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Successhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_5Er1cLvY 700+ weekly blogs / 450+ podcasts / 1 Ironman Triathlon / 5 half ironman races / 26 marathon races / 3 books / 1 Mt. Kilimanjaro / 1 TEDx Talk