International Research II: ‘As long as I don’t die, this will be a great story.’

Posted by on December 11, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

Long ago, when I returned from a year of working and backpacking overseas, I lived in a shared house. A few months into my tenancy, my birthday came up and I was chuffed that my five other housemates cooked me a simple meal to celebrate. In the chilly winter air we talked over candlelight and [...]

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International research: it’s enough to give you a nosebleed

Posted by on November 21, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

When I was in Japan earlier this year I tried to interview a local friend of mine. I’d hoped to capture her story on audio for later use in some kind of podcast or radio documentary. She’d already spoken about her experience in English (her second language) with great depth and lucidity. When I asked [...]

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