Navigating Cultures with Comedy - Stea's transition from Portugal to England

Worlds Collide The Podcast about moving abroad

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In this captivating episode of Worlds Collide, host Viktoria sits down with Stea, a Portuguese native who made the bold move to England to pursue his studies and ultimately found his calling in comedy. Stea shares his journey from a small town in Portugal to the comedy scene in the UK, offering listeners a fascinating look at the cultural and personal transitions involved in such a move.

The episode kicks off with Stea discussing his initial reasons for moving to England, which were centered around studying law—a path he later diverged from to embrace comedy. He delves into the stark contrast between the cultures of Portugal and England, highlighting how the freedom and anonymity he found in the UK allowed him to explore his true passion. Stea also touches on the challenges he faced, such as mastering the English language in academia.

Listeners will enjoy Stea's humorous take on the differences between Portuguese and British humor, as well as his insights into the comedy scenes in both countries. He explains how his background in criminology and cyber security unexpectedly paved the way for his career in comedy, and how he navigates the unique dynamics of performing in a foreign language.

Stea also opens up about his personal life, including his struggles with social anxiety and his experiences with online dating. He shares how he found a sense of community among fellow comedians and other international friends, and how his work ethic, shaped by his upbringing in Portugal, continues to drive him.

If you're curious about the life of an expat comedian or the cultural nuances between Portugal and England, this episode is packed with engaging stories and valuable insights. Tune in to hear more about Stea's journey and his reflections on living and working in the UK.

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Keywords: Portugal, England, Expat Life, Comedy, Cultural Adaptation, Moving Abroad, Stand-Up Comedy, Criminology, Cyber Security, Language Learning, Community Building, Personal Growth, Social Anxiety, Online Dating, British Culture, Portuguese Culture, International Living, Cultural Differences, Expat Podcast, Integration, Making Friends Abroad, Work Ethic, Small Town Life, Comedy Scene, Comedian Life, Comedian Abroad, Expat Comedy

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(00:00) World Collide is a podcast where I talk to people who moved abroad

(01:43) Stea is a comedian from Portugal who now lives in England

(04:22) Tell me about your studies and then when you decided to be a comedian

(06:32) You studied law in Portugal and then moved to England after Brexit

(09:19) Were you comfortable speaking English in the beginning? Uh, no. The accent was problem

(14:06) I always had a problem making friends because I'm an introvert

(14:54) You used to live with roommates, right

(16:24) How was the comedy scene in Portsmouth before you started doing comedy

(18:31) How often do you visit Portugal? Home? Every time I can

(22:56) You say dating is different in the cultures that you live in

(25:19) With this move, you will be with your best friends, right

(29:41) How do people usually react when they find out you're from Portugal

(33:20) Your family is very similar to working, working all the time

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