Swiss and Chips – Your British guide to Switzerland

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Simon Zryd

Simon Zryd

I was born and raised in a small village in Switzerland. I bring the Swiss perspective to the podcast.

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The must-know websites for Switzerland

Don't miss the latest episode of Swiss and Chips. Subscribe via iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, email or RSS! It can take time to figure out what the useful websites are when you move to a new country. What are the most-popular car-sharing, price comparison, weather and buy-and-sell sites in Switzerland?

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Voting in Switzerland

First time here? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! (iTunes, Spotify, Google Play Music). After Jo got her Swiss passport it was time to step up and get her first real taste of Swiss democracy… and what better way to do it than going to vote in the regular

Driving to the UK from Switzerland

Driving to the UK from Switzerland

The traditional ways to travel between the UK and Switzerland are plane, train and car. 2022 turned out to be the year we used the channel tunnel to make the trip for the first time. We drove from Bern to England and then back a few weeks later. It was

Becoming Swiss, part seven: 'Crossing the Finish Line'

Becoming Swiss, part seven: 'Crossing the Finish Line'

It took around two years, but the moment has finally come. Ten months after the final interview a confirmation letter arrived in the post: Jo is Swiss! Now that's worth talking about. First time here? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! (iTunes, Spotify, Google Play Music). If you are

A 'BEA' Special: the must-see traditional Swiss agricultural fair

A 'BEA' Special: the must-see traditional Swiss agricultural fair

The BEA is open! This annual traditional Swiss fair is a must-see for anyone living in or around Bern and it's open until May 8 this year. From donkey displays to fairground rides and the chance to sample local beers and a staggering range of cheese, there is so much

Relocating to Switzerland / Bundesterrasse / I ma nümm sig

Relocating to Switzerland: Part 2

What is it really like to move to Switzerland? In the second of two episodes looking back at when Jo first relocated from the UK, we delve into some of the unexpected sides to setting up a new life among the Swiss. In this episode we cover: * Differences in lifestyle

Relocating to Switzerland: A personal perspective

Relocating to Switzerland: A personal perspective

Jo moved to Switzerland just over a decade ago, so it seemed to be about time to talk about her experience, the highlights, and what she would do differently if she would do it all over again. First time here? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! (iTunes [https://itunes.