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The Group Chat

The Group Chat

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Three friends living abroad in Spain unpack global news, culture, and expat life—without pretending we always agree.

At the heart of the podcast is the belief that open dialogue matters. Different philosophies don’t have to divide people—honest conversations can help us understand life, and each other, a little better.

Each episode explores the latest stories—from international headlines and politics to cultural trends, social debates, and the realities of building a life overseas. Being abroad adds another layer to how we see the world, and we hope you’ll join us in building a community around these chats.

Authenticity is the backbone of our show, so nothing is overly scripted or polished—we keep it natural, thoughtful, and as unfiltered as possible. Our goal is to create a space where ideas can be challenged and discussed openly without fear of rejection. Some episodes land on common ground, while others may simply highlight the complexity of certain issues.

If our convos spark something in you, pass the show along to someone who loves real talk and fresh insights.

Want to share your side of the story? Contact us at thegroupchatstudio@gmail.com for a chance to appear on an episode. After all, this is The Group Chat, and everyone’s voice is welcome.

Topics: global news, expat life, living abroad, culture, politics, social debates, international perspectives, open dialogue.

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Episodes
  • The Creativity Dilemma

    The Creativity Dilemma
    Jun 18 2026

    Is AI replacing or just changing what it means to be human? Carson and Paulina go head to head on AI vs. Creativity: is it a cop-out, a cheat code, or the ultimate assistant? They cover writing, music, deepfakes, and the growing fear that machines might one day do it better — and charge you the same price for it.

    Recorded on June 12th, 2026

    YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZbBkEvQpuGc

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegroupchatstudio/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nq3iannUrXI2PDE9kqIJk

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-group-chat/id1885977827

    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/1d9f438d-0dcf-477f-92dd-3a09ae8b1718/the-group-chat
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • New Country, Who Dis??

    New Country, Who Dis??
    Jun 4 2026

    This week, we’re talking about what happens when another country starts to feel like home. From tapas, tipping, and late dinners to language mishaps and varying degrees of homesickness, it’s a funny, heartfelt chat about building a life abroad and finding belonging in more than one place.

    Recorded on May 31st, 2026

    YouTube: https://youtu.be/tZPWlSqaxrw

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegroupchatstudio/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nq3iannUrXI2PDE9kqIJk

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-group-chat/id1885977827

    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/1d9f438d-0dcf-477f-92dd-3a09ae8b1718/the-group-chat

    thegroupchatstudio@gmail.com
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • The Hantavirus Files

    The Hantavirus Files
    May 21 2026

    Hantavirus is the starting point, but this episode is really about uncertainty: how people react, what they believe, and why public trust breaks down so quickly during a health scare. It’s a thoughtful conversation about misinformation, Covid flashbacks, and the fear that the next outbreak could hit even harder.

    Recorded on May 17th, 2026

    Mentioned in the podcast:

    What are the origins of hantavirus? How the virus tied to the cruise ship outbreak came to be. - https://www.cbsnews.com/video/origins-of-hantavirus-how-virus-tied-to-cruise-ship-outbreak-came-to-be/

    Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Sparks Global Health Alert - https://scitechdaily.com/deadly-hantavirus-outbreak-on-cruise-ship-sparks-global-health-alert/

    YouTube: https://youtu.be/8hoUZ-qIaX0

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegroupchatstudio/

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nq3iannUrXI2PDE9kqIJk

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-group-chat/id1885977827

    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.es/podcasts/1d9f438d-0dcf-477f-92dd-3a09ae8b1718/the-group-chat
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    1 hr and 3 mins
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