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The Expat Edge

62 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Two former expats in Russia, Matt and Marcus, dive into their experiences in Russia and discuss the underrated opportunities Russia offers foreigners. They discuss moving to Russia, studying in Russia, cultural differences, learning Russian, traveling in Russia, Russian food, working in Russia, daily life, marrying Russian women, potential opportunities for foreigners in Russia, raising kids in Russia, driving in Russia and so much more. If you want to learn about life in Russia as an expat, this podcast is for you.

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Episodes

Funny Stories at the Russian Border as an American

February 06, 2021 23:42 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MB

Matt and Marcus lived in Russia for many years. They tell a number of funny stories they experienced at the Russian border! Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

What is it like driving in Russia?

October 19, 2020 00:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

Many people think driving in Russia is crazy. To be honest, in Moscow, things have changed significantly in the last 10 years. Marcus and Matt have a lot of experience driving in Russia and share some of their funniest stories driving in this video! Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Dating Russian Women: The Cultural Differences You Will Encounter (short)

October 17, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 7.79 MB

We get a lot of questions about what it is like dating and being married to Russian women. Here we sum up our overall thoughts on cultural differences you will encounter when dating Russian women. Dating Russian Women - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xV6XKpH8WNQ& Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

The Most Difficult Part of Learning Russian

October 15, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 6.3 MB

If you are learning Russian, everyone will tell you how difficult it is. Is Russian difficult to learn for a native English speaker? Sure! But it isn't impossible! Marcus and Matt talk about what tripped them up learning Russian in the beginning. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange​ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Are Russians surprised by foreigners who speak Russian fluently?

October 12, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

Are you learning Russian and wondering how Russians will react to you speaking Russian? You will be happy to hear that the vast majority of Russians are incredibly tolerant of foreigners speaking Russian. Almost every Russian finds it flattering and is willing to help. Don't believe us? Check out the video to hear about our experience! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange​ Find a job in Russ...

Can I get a Russian visa if I marry a Russian citizen?

October 09, 2020 00:00 - 2 minutes - 2.57 MB

We get questions all the time about how to get a Russian visa if you are married to a Russian citizen. In this video, we explain how you can get a visa regardless of your marriage and the other options, which are better than a visa if you are married to a Russian citizen. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Is it difficult for an American to visit Russia?

October 05, 2020 00:00 - 5 minutes - 4.75 MB

In this episode of ask an expat, we dispel the myth that it is difficult for Americans to visit Russia. Many Americans go to Russia every year and while the visa process is a bit convoluted, it is certainly doable! With a bit of advance planning, a trip to Russia is the same as going anywhere else. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Can I get a job in Russia on a tourist visa?

October 02, 2020 00:00 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MB

Here we talk about how going to Russia on a tourist visa and looking for a job while in Russia usually yields better results in the long run for foreigners looking for employment in Russia. Is it possible to get a job in Russia on any type of visa, even on a tourist visa? Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Can I get a job in Russia on a tourist visa?

October 02, 2020 00:00 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MB

Here we talk about how going to Russia on a tourist visa and looking for a job while in Russia usually yields better results in the long run for foreigners looking for employment in Russia. Is it possible to get a job in Russia on any type of visa, even on a tourist visa? Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Is it safe for Americans in Moscow, Russia?

September 30, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MB

Welcome to the first episode of Ask an Expat, where we answer your questions about what it’s like to live in Russia as an expat. In this episode, we answer one of our viewer’s questions about safety as an American in Russia. If you have a question for us about life in Russia as an expat, let us know in the comments and we will answer it in a future episode! Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Dating Russian Women

September 28, 2020 00:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MB

Matt and Marcus both married women from Russia. They share their experience and tips about what foreigners should expect and not expect when courting women from Russia. Find out key differences in culture and mentality. If you're considering dating or marrying a Russian girl, this video is a great start. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com

Two Americans went to Russia - Why go to Russia?

September 26, 2020 00:09 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

Two former American expats in Russia talk about how they ended up traveling to Russia for the first time and why. They share first impressions, why they and other expats have gone to Russia. Get insights about whether Russia is a place for you as an expat. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com