Welcome! This podcast is a space for the international community in Finland to share their unique stories of how they ended up here and how they are "mastering" the Finnish way of life. We invite you to join this community for practical information, laughs, relatable stories of struggles and victories as expats and much more!
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Private Parts Unknown (FKA Reality Bytes) is a Bourdain-style podcast exploring sex, love, relationships, gender, and seductive subcultures around the world. Join host Courtney Kocak and expert guests for hilarious, sex-positive conversations — destigmatizing everything from abortion to Ashley Madison, polyamory to PMDD, sex work to Shibari, and more. Travel series include Helsinki, Finland; Mexico City, Mexico; and Tokyo, Japan. Private Parts Unknown is a proud member of Pleasure Podcasts. ...
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Join Carl Jacobs, the visionary CEO and co-founder of Apicbase, as he sits down with industry heavyweights and trendsetters in The Food Service Growth Show. In each episode, Carl taps into the wealth of knowledge from Food and Beverage experts to bring you insider insights and practical advice on scaling your food service business. This podcast is your go-to source for actionable tips and strategies for achieving sustainable growth in the dynamic Food and Beverage industry. Don't miss out on ...
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Despite being the world’s most potent economic area, Asia can be one of the most challenging regions to navigate and manage well for foreign brands. However, plenty of positive stories exist and more are emerging every day as brands start to see success in engaging and deploying appropriate market growth strategies – with the help of specialists. The Negotiation is an interview show that showcases those hard-to-find success stories and chats with the incredible leaders behind them, teasing o ...
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我們是Betty & Laura,兩個在臺灣各自親身經歷過臺灣的高等教育後,對臺灣教育有『很多看法』的女生。 因此,在各自經歷過約莫5年跟教育相關的工作經驗後,Betty決定來到芬蘭留學去親身體驗芬蘭的教育神話。Laura則是決定到英國留學,認識西方的教育管理和教育創新。兩個人都希望透過自身的感受和體驗,能更深刻地感受並找到臺灣教育所缺失的那塊拼圖。 這個頻道是分享透過我們兩個自身的經歷和感受,聊聊因為東西方教育體制和操作方式的不同,進而造成教育感受和認知差異的頻道。 We are Betty & Laura, two girls who have "a lot of thoughts" on Taiwanese education after experiencing higher education in Taiwan. Therefore, after each of us experienced in the education-related working experiences for 5 years. Betty decided to study in Finl ...
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China E-Commerce Strategies for UK Brands with Antoaneta Becker
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, Todd Embley sits down with Antoaneta Becker, Director of Consumer Economy at the China-Britain Business Council, to delve into China's dynamic and ever-evolving e-commerce landscape. Antoaneta, an expert on the Chinese market, discusses the upcoming China Consumer event hosted by CBBC, its strategic impor…
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Romantic Adventures, Cheeky Radio Ads & Abortion Bans: Tami Rose on Running a Sex Toy Store in the Deep South
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For the 177th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Tami Rose, the owner of Romantic Adventures, a sex toy store in Jackson, Mississippi. Tami discusses her journey from being a chaplain's assistant in the Navy to becoming a sex toy store owner and how she has navigated running a sex-related business in a conservative state…
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Mike Todd's Blueprint for Australian Brands Going Global
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Mike Todd, a seasoned expert in international business development with a rich history of helping consumer brands expand into APAC markets. Mike shares invaluable insights from his experiences with major brands like Hunter, Swims, Uggs, and Mizuno and discusses the strategies…
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For the 176th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak shares an audio essay about aging, beauty, sexism, and why finding her first maybe-gray hair down there took her back to the Sony hack. Here's a link to Courtney's Open Secrets essay: https://opensecretsmag.substack.com/p/sony-hack-amy-pascal-gray-pubes-pubic-hair-dye And here's a …
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Marlene Sharp On The Rising Popularity Of East-Asian Entertainment Franchises
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, Todd Embley hosts Marlene Sharp, an entertainment executive known for her role in globalizing Japanese game franchises like Sonic the Hedgehog. Throughout her career with LEVEL-5 abby and Sega of America, Marlene tackled the unique challenges of adapting Japanese franchises for global audiences. Now leadi…
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Strategies That Made Friends & Brgrs a Top Burger Chain in Finland
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Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Food Service Growth Show, where we dive deep into the stories, strategies, and secrets of some of the most successful foodservice brands across the globe. Today’s episode is an absolute treat for foodservice industry professionals and enthusiasts alike, as we’re joined by the prominent leader in the f…
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Infertility, IVF & VBA2C: Selah Victor on the Benefits & Challenges of Being an "Old Mom"
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For the 175th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes actress, comedian, momfluencer, and mother of three Selah Victor. Selah Victor shares her journey to motherhood, detailing her journey through infertility, IVF, and a VBA2C (vaginal birth after two C-sections) to becoming a mother of three boys. She reflects on the physica…
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Darren Touch on the Future of Canada-China Relations
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In this episode of The Negotiation, Darren Touch, founder and CEO of the Canada China Forum, discusses his interest in international relations with China and his experience as a Schwarzman Scholar at Tsinghua University. He shares his insights on the current state of Canada-China relations and the necessary steps to strengthen the relationship. Tou…
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The Practicalities of Polyamory with "Monogamy? In this Economy?" Author Laura Boyle
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For the 174th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Laura Boyle, author of Monogamy? In this Economy?: Finances, Childrearing, and Other Practical Concerns of Polyamory. In this interview, Laura Boyle shares her personal journey into polyamory, which began at age 19, and how she later became a relationship coach and educato…
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Olympic Recap: Team China's Performance in Paris with Mark Dreyer
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, we take a look back at the Paris 2024 Olympics with Mark Dreyer, the preeminent analyst of China's sports scene. Mark, a seasoned China sports reporter, delves deep into China’s performance at the 2024 Games and the cultural phenomena surrounding Chinese athletes. The discussion kicks off with a review of…
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"How to Make Me Come": Emma Koenig Explores the Female Orgasm & What Makes Women "Moan"
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For the 173rd episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Emma Koenig, the author & editor of Moan: Anonymous Essays on Female Orgasm. Emma shares how her popular Tumblr, How to Make Me Come, evolved into a powerful book that explores the diverse and often misunderstood experiences of female pleasure. We discuss how sexuality is …
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Ed Sander Part 2 | A Deep-Dive Into Alibaba, JD, Douyin, and Little Red Book
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In this second installment of our engaging dialogue with Ed Sander on The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley continues to explore the dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape of China's digital technology scene. Ed, known for his deep insights into the intricacies of Chinese e-commerce, shares his expertise on the roles of major players like Aliba…
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Mastering the Art of the Perfect Apology: Susan Shapiro on "The Forgiveness Tour"
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For the 172nd episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Susan Shapiro, author of The Forgiveness Tour: How to Find the Perfect Apology. In this episode, Susan Shapiro delves into her personal experience of betrayal by a close confidant who didn't apologize after the fact, sparking her journey to unravel the complexities of forg…
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The Naked Truth on Nude Resorts, Nude Skydiving & "Naked News" with Eila Adams
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For the 171st episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Naked News anchor Eila Adams. Eila Adams grew up in a small town before making her way to Toronto, where she became the longest-running anchor on Naked News. She’s the host of the channel’s popular workout segment, Flex Appeal, and co-host of their sex and relationship sho…
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Ed Sander Part 1 | The Meteoric Rise of Pinduoduo and Temu
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Ed Sander, a renowned analyst specializing in China's digital technology landscape. In the first part of this two-part conversation, Ed shares his expert insights into Pinduoduo and the meteoric rise of its international marketplace, Temu. The episode kicks off with Ed discus…
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Key Strategies That Turned Hawaii Poké into a Swedish Restaurant Powerhouse
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Welcome to yet another insightful episode of the Food Service Growth Show! In this exciting episode, we're thrilled to have Carl Jacobs, CEO of Apicbase, in conversation with Aaron Colman, CEO of Hawaii Poké. This episode delves deep into the key strategies that have propelled Hawaii Poké from its humble beginnings to becoming a powerhouse in the S…
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My OnlyFans Anniversary: What I've Learned From Four Years as an OnlyFans Creator (& How Much Money I've Made)
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For the 170th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak celebrates her fourth anniversary on OnlyFans with a reflection on what inspired her to start her Coco Peep Show account, what she's learned from her time on the platform (regarding age, boundaries, body image, and more), her favorite and least favorite aspects (including photo sho…
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Crafting Digital Brand Esperiences in APAC, with Jason Ang
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Jason Ang, Co-founder and CEO of CONTEN.T, a forward-thinking agency dedicated to crafting digital experiences for global brands across the Asia-Pacific region. Jason delves into the evolving digital landscape, the unique challenges of engaging Gen Z consumers, and the strate…
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From Childfree to Embracing Motherhood: Ashley Hamer's Journey Through Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postpartum & Early Parenthood
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For the 169th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes podcaster, musician, and writer Ashley Hamer for a candid discussion on motherhood. This is the first episode in an ongoing series as Courtney contemplates having a kid. For many years, Ashley Hamer was steadfast in her childfree vision for her future, but now she's a soon…
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Adult Entertainment Innovator Dominic Ford: From 3D Porn to JustFor.Fans CEO
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For the 168th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Dominic Ford, the CEO of JustFor.Fans. Over his 17-year career, Dominic has been a trailblazer in the porn industry, starting with a 3D porn studio and now leading one of the most popular fan platforms. And as a computer scientist, he programmed all of JustFor.Fans himself…
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Unpacking New Trends in Australia-China Relations with Dr. Benjamin Herscovitch
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley welcomes Dr. Benjamin Herscovitch, a Research Fellow at the Australian National University's School of Regulation and Global Governance. Dr. Herscovitch brings a wealth of knowledge on China's economic statecraft and the dynamics of Australia-China relations, offering deep insights into r…
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My Tokyo Happy Ending Massage Changed Everything I Thought I Knew About Sex and Pleasure
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For the 167th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak shares the story of a mindblowing happy ending massage she got in Tokyo, Japan, that completely changed her perspective on sex and pleasure. In October 2022, Courtney wrote all about it for Cosmo and then included it as an audio essay in episode 103 with more from our Tokyo, Japan …
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How Santander Navigator is Helping British Brands Grow in APAC, with Alex Phillips
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In this episode of The Negotiation podcast, host Todd Embley is joined by Alex Phillips, the China Corridor Director for Santander UK. Alex shares insights into the evolving trade relationship between the UK and China, and how Santander UK facilitates international growth opportunities for British companies looking to expand into China and other As…
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57-Year-Old MILF Next Door Rae Richmond on Becoming a Mature OnlyFans Sensation & the Hometown Scandal That Ensued
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For the 166th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes mature OnlyFans model Rae Richmond, aka “the MILF next door,” aka “the Midlife MILF.” In today’s episode, we discuss how Rae went from corporate life to becoming a self-made porn star, including her previous marriages, getting sober, and meeting a younger man who encourage…
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Top Tips for Running Successful Airport Restaurants | Proven Strategies from The Restaurant Group
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Food Service Growth Show! In this episode, we are thrilled to dive into the "Top Tips for Running Successful Airport Restaurants." Get ready for an insightful and comprehensive discussion, as we have a very special guest joining us today. Dean wilson Hartles, the esteemed Director of Food & Drink at The Re…
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From Religion & Repression to Kink & Witchcraft: Cameron Dezen Hammon on Her Post-Divorce Sexual Awakening
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For the 165th episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes Cameron Dezen Hammon, author of This Is My Body: A Memoir of Religious and Romantic Obsession. In today’s episode, we discuss her personal journey of religion and repression, how frightening it was to have HPV pre-vaccine, her post-divorce sexual awakening (which included …
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