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24 The Secret Fondue Rules Only the Swiss Know
September 22, 2026 · 16 minDid you know that dropping your bread into the fondue pot comes with a penalty? Or why you should never—under any circumstances—use the little metal flame snuffer as a spoon? In this episode of Beyond the Alps, we dive into Switzerland’s…
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23 Is Swiss German Becoming ONE Dialect? (The Great Dialect Shift)
September 3, 2026 · 12 minWhy is Swiss German changing? And could the different Swiss dialects actually be becoming more similar? In this episode, I take a closer look at the great dialect shift happening in Switzerland. We’ll explore dialect leveling, the…
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22 “Swiss German Has No Grammar!” — Is That Actually True?
August 11, 2026 · 15 minDoes Swiss German really have grammar? Can you actually learn it? Are there really no spelling rules? In this episode, I tackle some of the most common misconceptions about Swiss German and explain how its grammar and spelling actually…
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21 How Swiss People Really Spend Their Weekends
July 21, 2026 · 15 minEver wondered what a typical weekend looks like in Switzerland? I take you through a normal Swiss Saturday and Sunday—from cleaning the house and grocery shopping to family brunches, hiking, visiting grandparents, and relaxing before the…
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20 Going to a Swiss Party? Listen to This First
July 7, 2026 · 17 minShould you take off your shoes? Do you bring a gift? Should you shake hands, hug, or give three kisses? In this episode, I explain the unwritten rules of Swiss birthday parties and social gatherings. From greetings and gifts to dinner…
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19 When Do Swiss People Finally Accept You?
June 23, 2026 · 11 min"When will I finally belong?" Many expats in Switzerland ask themselves this question. In this episode, I share why acceptance in Switzerland often looks very different than people expect, the subtle signs that show you're already being…
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18 I Learned German... Why Can't I Understand Swiss German?
June 9, 2026 · 13 minWhy can Swiss German feel so difficult to understand at first — even for native German speakers. I talk about the biggest challenges learners face, from pronunciation and speed to the many different Swiss dialects. If Swiss German still…
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17 The Different Swiss Mentalities Explained
May 26, 2026 · 12 minWhat is a “typical Swiss person” really like? In this episode, I talk about the different mentalities in Switzerland — from Swiss German-speaking people to the Romands in the French-speaking part and the Ticinesi in the south. We’ll talk…