EA | Episode 22: Stereotypes that stick
Ben and Andrew once again delve into the vast collection of Eastern European stereotypes to discuss those which have more than a grain of truth to them. Guest host Cameron Hewitt, an avid EE traveler, guide and author from Rick Steves, joins in the conversation. All three pick places where travelers can still come in contact with some these stereotypical behaviors and settings in this corner of the globe.
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Andrew Villone is an American ex-pat who’s been living in Slovenia since 2014. As owner of Savor The Experience Tours since 2005, Andrew provides boutique experiences with a focus on local food and drink to off-the-beaten-path places in Slovenia, Croatia, and the Balkans. He’s also the co-host of the Spotify podcast Eastern Approaches. When he’s not working, you might find him traveling through Central Europe and the Caucasus. You can also find him on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
Growing up, Benjamin Curtis always wanted to be James Bond. Turns out that it’s not so easy to get a license to kill, so he settled for being an international man of mystery. He knows 15 languages, has lived in six different countries, worked throughout Africa, Asia, and Latin America, and served as an advisor to the British government. Most fun of all, though, were the many years he spent as a professor in Seattle. These days he lives in Prague, teaching, guiding tours, and writing books on global politics and history. He blogs at www.benjamincurtis.me.
