• Finding Community and Family Around the Table in Quito
    Jan 8 2026

    After meeting a friend on campus who is a proud Ecuadorian, Ethan was so excited to find out that he could spend a semester immersed in the rich, inviting culture of Quito. Ethan shares about the moments around the table that cultivated relationships with his peers, gave him the feeling of family with locals when he was missing home, and how he saw the Lord working through the importance of food and tradition in Ecuador.

    Learn more about applying to be a Resident Coordinator: https://landli.org/careers

    Learn more about Experiential Tours with Living & Learning International: https://landli.org/locations/experiential-tours

    Our guest today is Ethan Fuentes. You can connect with him on Instagram at @Its_ethan._

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Sara Hernandez. This Podcast is produced by Sara Hernandez, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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    28 mins
  • Introducing: a Semester in Spain
    Dec 18 2025

    You can now spend a semester abroad in SPAIN! With Semester in Spain through Living & Learning International, students can experience language, culture, and the beauty of Sevilla by spending a semester in this immersion program.

    Today on the podcast, Julia spends time sharing with Sara what it's like to be a student living in Spain, speaking and taking courses fully in Spanish, the joy of being a part of a family through a homestay experience, and more.

    Ready to learn more and enroll to spend a semester in Spain? Learn more and get started here: https://landli.org/semester-programs

    Our guest today is Julia Love, a student at Semester in Spain.

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Sara Hernandez. This Podcast is produced by Sara Hernandez, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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    17 mins
  • Experiencing the Lord, Growth, and Community During a Semester in London
    Dec 11 2025

    Hannah and Olivia served on staff with Living & Learning London and got to walk through a semester of life with students studying abroad. In this episode, they share about what it's like to be a student living abroad, how L&LI staff support each students' journey, and the many beautiful ways the Lord works through an experience like living abroad for a few months. Join Sara, Hannah, and Olivia as they dive into this conversation on life, growth, and faith abroad.

    Learn more about Experiential Tours with Living & Learning International: https://landli.org/locations/experiential-tours

    Apply for a semester program with Living & Learning at one of our locations around the world: https://landli.org/semester-programs

    Our guests today are Hannah Scheyder and Olivia West. You can connect with Olivia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-west-272b49207/

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Sara Hernandez. This Podcast is produced by Sara Hernandez, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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    34 mins
  • Don't Skip This Opportunity
    Dec 4 2025

    Why a Business Student Says You Have to Study Abroad

    Ian spent a semester in Rome and got to experience a different way of living—where time was spent over meals, connection mattered more than productivity, and where his understanding deepened that there is not only one right way to do things. Sara and Ian talk about a 3 hour conversation on a train ride over a home cooked meal, learning from a local business owner, and more on this episode of the podcast.

    Learn more about summer internships with Living & Learning: https://landli.org/intern-abroad

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    Our guest today is Ian Stockes. You can connect with him on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/iankstockes

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Sara Hernandez. This Podcast is produced by Sara Hernandez, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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    33 mins
  • Introducing Season 3
    Nov 20 2025

    Season 3 of the Living & Learning podcast is here! This season, we're taking a look at the mission statement of Living & Learning International through the lens of alumni, staff, and professors. Join us every Thursday for stories and testimonies about L&LI programs around the world!

    Subscribe to the podcast now to get alerts for each new episode.

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Sara Hernandez. This Podcast is produced by Sara Hernandez, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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    6 mins
  • We Saw a Solar Eclipse in Costa Rica
    Dec 18 2024

    After taking a short term trip to Costa Rica, Taylor (Liberty University) found clarity and direction from the Lord about her passions and career goals. Now, Taylor has the travel bug and it all started with her Experiential Tour. Learn more about experiential and short term trips right here!

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Ashleigh Dellos with guest hosts Vincent Williams, Bethany O'Camb, Ashley Winkler, and Rachel Roskoski. This Podcast is produced by Ashleigh Dellos and Camren Offerman.

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    25 mins
  • I Had a Bucket List Day Everyday
    Dec 11 2024

    Eden (Liberty University) made lasting connections during her semester in Italy. From overcoming obstacles to having experience of a lifetime every day, she had an incredible semester in Rome. Her advice? Dive into it all while you're abroad.

    Learn more about how you can spend a semester in Italy right here.

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Ashleigh Dellos with guest hosts Vincent Williams, Bethany O'Camb, Ashley Winkler, and Rachel Roskoski. This Podcast is produced by Ashleigh Dellos and Camren Offerman.

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    16 mins
  • Go Climb The Mountain (or ATV it)
    Dec 4 2024

    At first, Camren (Biola University) was nervous about making the decision to study abroad, but he walked away with the lesson learned to "go climb the mountain" and is glad he did it. Join Camren and Ashleigh on the podcast today to hear about his adventures in Ecuador.

    Learn more about how you can spend a semester in Ecuador right here.

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    The Living & Learning Podcast is hosted by Ashleigh Dellos with guest hosts Vincent Williams, Bethany O'Camb, Ashley Winkler, and Rachel Roskoski. This Podcast is produced by Ashleigh Dellos and Camren Offerman.

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    19 mins