SpanSwede
Juan Fernandez
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I’m Juan, an argentine who’s lived so long in the Nordics I sometimes feel more Swedish than the Swedes. In this podcast, I share stories from my life in Sweden, explore philosophy, culture, and identity, and reflect on whatever sparks my curiosity. Expect personal insights, detours to Spain, and thoughts on navigating two cultures while chasing meaning and a bit of calm.
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S2E6 The Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence
In this episode, I reflect on the ethical use of artificial intelligence in everyday life.I talk about how I use AI as a tool to optimize tasks, learn faster, and improve workflows—but also about the…
S2E5 Finding Clarity in the Darkness
Recorded in the middle of the night, alone in a dark forest somewhere near Stockholm, this episode is a raw and personal reflection on time, distraction, and the search for clarity in a world that…
S2E4 The Origin of the Universe in Norse Mythology
How did the ancient Norse imagine the origin of the universe?In this episode, I explore the creation of the cosmos according to Norse mythology. Long before the world, humans, or even the gods…
S2E3 19 Swedish Idioms You’ll Hear All the Time
In this episode, I explore 19 very common Swedish idioms that you will hear again and again in daily life. Idioms exist in every language, but their literal meaning often makes little sense when…
S2E2 Sweden and Argentina: Two Distant Countries with More in Common Than You Think
At first glance, Sweden and Argentina seem like complete opposites. North and south. Cold and warm. Order and chaos. But when we look a little deeper into history, something interesting appears:…
S2E2 5 reasons why I’m still living in Sweden
Living in Sweden for so many years, coming from a very different cultural background, is not easy. Not even for many Swedes. In this episode, I reflect on why, after more than a decade, I’m still…
S2E1 9 Things You Need If You Want to Live in Sweden
Living in Sweden can be an amazing experience, but it can also be challenging if you arrive with unrealistic expectations.In this episode I share nine essential things you will need if you want to…
S1E42 #42 – Elva premisser från 2025 (Swedish)
Elva personliga reflektioner som jag lärde mig och praktiserade under 2025. Enkla tankar om sinnet, rädsla, närvaro, lycka och livets mening, baserade på erfarenhet snarare än teori.#liv #reflektion…
S1E20 Premises That Helped Me Get Through 2025
As this year ends, I want to share the thoughts that helped me navigate loss, uncertainty, and personal growth. These are not magic answers, but reminders that offered calm, clarity, and perspective…
S1E42 #42 – Once premisas de 2025 (Spanish)
Once reflexiones personales que aprendí y practiqué durante 2025. Ideas simples sobre la mente, el miedo, el presente, la felicidad y el sentido de la vida, contadas desde la experiencia y no desde…
S1E41 #41 - Eratosthenes (Swedish)
I det här avsnittet berättar jag historien om Eratosthenes, en grekisk vetenskapsman som för över två tusen år sedan beräknade jordens omkrets med förvånande noggrannhet. Utan GPS, satelliter eller…
S1E19 Eratosthenes and the Size of the Earth
In the 3rd century BC, Eratosthenes figured out how to measure Earth’s circumference using only a stick, basic geometry, and observation. While there was no shadow in Syene during the solstice, there…
S1E41 #41 - Eratóstenes (Spanish)
En este episodio te cuento la historia de Eratóstenes, un sabio griego que, hace más de dos mil años, midió con sorprendente precisión la circunferencia de la Tierra. Sin GPS, sin satélites, sin…
S1E40 #40 - Dieci consigli per cercare lavoro in Svezia (Italian)
In questo episodio condivido dieci consigli essenziali per trovare lavoro in Svezia. Basandomi sulla mia esperienza personale dopo oltre dieci anni vissuti in questo paese nordico, parlo degli errori…
S1E18 10 Tips to Get a Job in Sweden
After more than a decade living in Sweden, I share 10 essential tips for anyone looking for a job in this country. From the importance of learning Swedish to how to use LinkedIn, avoid mistakes with…
S1E40 #40 - Diez consejos para buscar trabajo en Suecia (Spanish)
En este episodio comparto mis 10 consejos clave para encontrar trabajo en Suecia. Basado en mi experiencia personal tras más de 10 años viviendo y buscando empleo en este país nórdico, repaso los…
S1E39 #39 - Att Komma Hem Igen (Swedish)
”Om jag tar ett steg till, kommer jag att vara längre hemifrån än någonsin tidigare.”Med det citatet från Sagan om Ringen börjar jag en reflektion om tid, migration, identitet och att hitta tillbaka…
S1E17 Returning Home
An intimate reflection on detachment, ego, migration, and reconnecting with oneself after more than 20 years away from home. Leaving Argentina, living in Spain and Sweden, losing roots, and…
S1E39 #39 - Volviendo a Casa (Spanish)
“Si doy un paso más, será lo más lejos que he estado de mi hogar en toda mi vida”.Con esa frase de El Señor de los Anillos empiezo esta reflexión sobre el tiempo, la migración, la identidad y el…
S1E38 #38 - Vad är svensk kultur? (Swedish)
I det här avsnittet reflekterar jag över vad svensk kultur egentligen innebär utifrån min personliga erfarenhet. Jag pratar om landsbygdens rötter, vardaglig jämlikhet, kärleken till naturen,…
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