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A celebration of Europe Day, which marks the Schuman Declaration's 75th anniversary. The Europarade in Eindhoven is likely to include various events and activities celebrating peace, integration, and European cooperation
The EU Parade 2025 was a lively day with a broad program! Storytelling will take center stage, after all, what is the story of Europe? EU Parade was a mix of meetings, conversations, dialogues, workshops and creative intermezzos.
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Jana Feherpataky Kuzmová, CEO of the Institute for Active Citizenship in Bratislava, in Ralu on Board, Edition 15, talks about the importance of active citizenship education, in developing responsible citizens for our societies of today and tomorrow.
Present at European Day on 9th May at ParkTheater, Jana delved into the skills and knowledge that active citizenship teaches through experiential learning, focusing on creating experiences to develop critical thinking, and showing from an young voice the anyone’s voice matters, and that you are never too small to create a ripple effect.
To learn more about a project called “The Schools that change the world” and Jana’s story listen to Ralu on Board, Edition 15, on Radio 4 Brainport.
The Kind and Queen of the Netherlands experienced a lesson at Schools Changing the world during their official visit in Bratislava in 2023!
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In this episode of Deep Dives with Iman, host Iman Mossavat speaks with Prof. Yulia Sandamirskaya, head of the Center for Cognitive Computing in Life Sciences at ZHAW, Switzerland.
Her research centers on developing neuromorphic embodied AI for robotic applications, particularly in elderly care and healthcare. She emphasizes the need for perception and efficiency in robots that interact with humans, describing how her work uses dynamical systems and attractor networks inspired by biological processes to meet these demands. The discussion also explores how her models provide alternative, data-efficient approaches to building more robust AI systems.
#embodied_cognition, #AI, #cognitive_computing, #care_robotics, #dynamical_systems, #neural_fields
Radio4Brainport.org DAB+, 747 AM in Eindhoven, NL
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From Olympic arenas to international classrooms…
Karishma Vij is thrilled to welcome a truly remarkable guest on the next episode of Tea-Talk with Karishma and Supriya - Austin Smith OLY!
Three-time Olympian (2008, 2012, and 2020). Former captain of South Africa’s national hockey team. Long-time HC Den Bosch defender. Now inspiring young minds at the International School Eindhoven.
Join Tea Talk, as we explore Austin’s incredible journey — from top-level sport to transformative education — and hear the leadership lessons, mindset shifts, and passion that continue to shape his mission today.
2025 Radio 4 Brainport, the expat station
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In this episode of Deep Dives with Iman, Iman Mossavat interviews Tara Steele, Founder and Director of the Safe AI for Children Alliance. The conversation explores how children are affected by the emergence of grief bots, chatbots designed to simulate a deceased person, and the lack of understanding regarding their impact. Steele highlights the importance of understanding how AI may affect children, given their developing cognitive capacities. She also emphasizes the need for effective safeguards and educational resources to protect young people in a world increasingly shaped by AI.
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Europe and the European Union are under pressure. Will the EU reinvent itself? A European army? What are the actual shared values? A dialogue about mutual dependencies. Enough to inform and discuss!During the EU Parade you will see what is happening locally and (inter)nationally from the European Union. Of course, extra attention will also be paid to the current challenges and dilemmas for the EU and certainly also for the citizens.It will be a lively day with a broad program. The story will be central. After all, what is the story of Europe?
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What a fun experience! We got to use a shared space as part of #EindhovenLovesYou with Radio 4 Brainport, the expat station in the Eindhoven Centraal train station to record our latest episode of Pregnant in the Netherlands podcast!
We are really excited to share our conversation about home births vs. hospital births in the Netherlands with you! Stay tuned to Anna Latham and Julianna Feron
hashtag#pregnantinthenetherlandspodcast hashtag#radio4brainport hashtag#expatradio hashtag#eindhovenexpat hashtag#expatdoulas hashtag#homebirth hashtag#hospital birth
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Hello there! Welcome to “Are We Still on the Same Page?”, your Radio 4 Brainport podcast diving into language and connection in Eindhoven’s buzzing Brainport region. We’re exploring how Dutch and English mix – and sometimes clash! From funny stories to deep thoughts, we’re asking: are we all still speaking the same language? Join us for chats that bridge cultures, right here where locals and expats meet.
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" Love is your very nature. Peace is your very nature. Joy is your very nature". Born at the foot of the Himalayas, trained as an engineer, and now a global ambassador of peace, Swami Divyatej’s journey is anything but ordinary.
Karishma Vij interviewed this inspiring spiritual leader for our upcoming episode of Tea-Talk with Karishma and Supriya, for Radio 4 Brainport, the expat station. Swami Divyatej has touched lives across Australia, South Africa, Hungary, and beyond, sharing timeless tools for joy, resilience, and self-awareness. Listen to an engaging conversation where Tea Talk spoke about power of meditation in shaping today’s youth, anger management, and self-awareness. Tea-Talk with Karishma and Supriya
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In this deeply honest episode of Unless We Talk, Meagin van der Westhuizen sits down with Alejandra Lopez, a life and career coach, to talk about what it really feels like to leave behind the familiar and settle in the Brainport region. From navigating life in the Netherlands to uncovering personal purpose far from home, this conversation dives into the messy, beautiful journey of self-discovery.
Together, they reflect on the challenges of identity and redefining success. There's even a powerful, unexpected moment of guided meditation that listeners are invited to join – bringing presence and vulnerability to the forefront.
If you've ever felt a little lost in transition, this one’s for you.
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Can we trust news generated by AI tools? Bart Brouwers not only was journalist, he became an Editor in Chief of the news paper De Limburger, now he is professor of journalism in Groningen and is on the supervisor board of the Dutch public broadcaster NOS. We expected Bart to have a very skeptical attitude towards AI and to be a strong promotor of an all human process for creating news. But he also is an innovator, not afraid to explore himself how AI can make the process of gathering news faster, better and more efficient. So the created and launched a tool kit to support editorial teams.What makes a good journalist? Can AI compete or should AI complement? Can AI identify news worthy topics? Is AI a kind of reviewer, just like we know review processes in scientific publications. Can AI distinguish between trustworthy and fake news, among all the (mis) information in the reverberation hall called the internet, whether fake news is echoed all over by algorithms and exaggerated people making a living from influencing. And what does he think of the Dutch media landscape? should we have silos, columns, each with its own political, ethnic or religious flavor. We asked it to a member of the supervisory board of the NOS.
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In this episode of Deep Dives with Iman, Iman Mossavat interviews Dr. Remco Schoenmakers, Senior Director and AI Strategy Lead at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Dr. Schoenmakers discusses his journey in AI, from his early days in astrophysics to leading AI strategy for the Electron Microscopy business. He shares insights on how AI is transforming the scientific landscape, emphasizing that it is a tool to enhance, not replace, human expertise. With his vast experience, Dr. Schoenmakers also addresses the growing influence of AI in workplaces, offering perspectives on the role of future generations of scientists.
2025, Radio 4 Brainport, Eindhoven
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April 30th is the deadline for submitting tax returns in the Netherlands. Steve Ten Bokum, a financial expert from Expat-service.nl, provides guidance on the crucial steps in the tax filing timeline. What should you do if you're unable to gather all your tax information on time? For international residents and expats, the tax system can be complex. However, it becomes more straightforward once you've filed your first return. But in the year you move to the Netherlands, many aspects may be unfamiliar. A podcast recorded with Jean-Paul Linnartz.
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Can AI do your job better than you? And are you afraid that one day an AI innovation will make your human contribution to your job obsolete?
While some of us fear AI’s potential or might doubt its accuracy, other fee; excited by its potential in making our lives better.
Can we trust AI in detecting illnesses at very early stage?
Pieter van der Poel, a serial entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of PRMSE – Screening for all, believes in the power of AI in detecting radiology anomalies.
Pieter says: “AI will not replace the job of the radiologist, the radiologist will be needed, AI makes screening and early diagnosis more possible for all”
In Ralu on Board Edition 14, we dive into AI potential in healthcare, limiting human error and allowing for 24/7 screening, while not eliminating the much-needed radiologist specialist intervention for the spotted cases. We will also hear from Pieter how the entrepreneurship journey is paved with ups and downs, and that at times failing in one business means learning to succeed in the next one.
Listen to Ralu on Board Edition 14 with Pieter van der Poel, how “AI saves lives, making early cancer screening possible for high-risk individuals, without eliminating radiologist’s role.”
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Becoming a parent is a life-altering event. What about doing so as an international living in the Netherlands? Anna Latham hosts a series of podcasts exploring this topic. We are delighted to have her as a guest on Radio 4 Brainport.
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In this episode of Deep Dives with Iman, in collaboration with Radio 4 Brainport, Iman Mossavat hosts Mei-Li Nieuwland, an illustrator and graphic journalist with a background in AI and cultural anthropology. Nieuwland, who specializes in visual information design, uses illustration and comics to simplify complex issues.
The conversation dives into AI’s growing influence on the art industry, its effects on concept and environmental art, and why her niche remains largely unaffected. Ethical concerns take center stage, covering challenges such as intellectual property, the potential for skill degradation, and the risk of artistic stagnation. Nieuwland stresses that AI is a tool, not an artist, and highlights the irreplaceable role of human creativity in shaping meaningful visual storytelling. You can see her portfolio at https://liea.nl/
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In this episode, Iman Mossavat speaks with Jakub Tomczak, a leading figure in Generative AI and former Program Chair of NeurIPS 2024. They discuss how Generative AI has transformed the landscape of artificial intelligence. Jakub explores the crucial role of Generative AI in advancing scientific research, the gaps that still exist in AI, and whether Symbolic AI and Systems Analysis have a place in the future. This conversation offers valuable insights into how Generative AI is reshaping our understanding of complex challenges and its potential for further innovation.
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The tax system in a new country can be quite complex and confusing. What about the Netherlands specifically? If the information available online is not entirely clear, there are a few options. You could hire an expert to assist you, or you could contact the tax authority's helpline, known as "de belastingtelefoon".
However, some questions arise: Can you discuss your case anonymously? Will the advice you receive be in your best interest? And is the information provided on the phone legally binding? Our guest today is Steve Ten Bokum, a financial advisor at expat-service.nl. Jean-Paul Linnartz delves deeper into the topic, questioning whether the role of "de belastingtelefoon" is to maximize tax revenue for the Dutch government.
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Tax season is upon us, marked by the arrival of blue envelopes containing an invitation to file a tax return. When you log in to the website of the Dutch tax authority, belastingdienst.nl, you'll find that many details have already been pre-filled, such as your income and bank account information. In the Netherlands, you're required to pay taxes not only on your employment income, but also on any potential earnings from your assets.Unlike some countries, the Netherlands does not have a wealth tax per se. The actual interest and investment income you receive is not directly taxed. However, as part of the income tax system, a hypothetical or "fictitious" income is calculated based on the value of your portfolio, including bank accounts, shares, or even a second home. This imputed income is then taxed under the "box 3" system.
Our expert guest, Steve Ten Bokum from Expat-service.nl, is here to explain this concept in more detail. Our podcast host, Jean-Paul Linnartz, is not afraid to dig deeper and find out how this system works in practice. Can you simply tick the boxes on your tax return, or do you need to account for assets beyond what the tax authority has already compiled for you?
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