Today, get to know the story of Yauheni – a 20-year-old hailing from Belarus. His academic pursuit in International Business Administration and Entrepreneurship is intertwined with an unusual narrative. Arrested for participating in protests in his homeland, Yauheni shares the challenges of overcoming homesickness and adapting to a foreign environment. Join us for a profound conversation on resilience and the pursuit of education against all odds.
Episode timeline
00:01 Intro
01:00 Yauheni’s introduction
01:20 His previous education experience
02:00 The story of how he ended up in Germany
08:20 His expectations before moving abroad
12:30 Radio tax
14:00 Homesickness
22:40 Yauheni’s tips on adjusting to a new lifestyle
27:00 Unexpected opportunities
28:10 Advices to younger versions of ourselves
29:20 Outro