What does "exotic" mean to you?

We often come across this word used on different contexts dessert menus, spices, or even to describe people. While we may joke about it, we are intentional about respecting the diverse interpretations of the word. So, we begin to unpack who gets to call something exotic in our first of "Read the Room."

Join us in this episode as we explore the various interpretations.

You've got a work permit in Iceland. Jackpot. Now what? In this episode, we invite our first ever surprise guest to share her experiences of navigating bureaucracy, professionalism, and support in Icelandic workplaces. She says, “We often talk about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and often the work stops at Diversity.” As companies aim to grow and internationalize, we discuss the importance of creating an authentic sense of community in the workplace. Let us know your thoughts!

Swimming pools are at the core of everyday life in Iceland: every neighbourhood, small and big towns all have their own local pools that are the equivalent of cafes or bars elsewhere. Small talk is A-OK and everyone mingles as they let the day's tensions melt away. Our brown-black bodies however are both invisible and hypervisible depending on the context - nowhere is this more pronounced than at the local pools. Put on a kettle and settle in as we swap stories of our pool experiences in Reykjavik and around the country.