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17 - An American Expat in Bangalore - What Nobody Tells You About Living in India Thinking about moving to India?
In this episode I sat down with Brian Hooks, an American expat who has spent over five years living and working in India.
Brian provides an honest look at the realities of life in Bangalore.
Whether you are a professi
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Thinking about moving to India?
In this episode I sat down with Brian Hooks, an American expat who has spent over five years living and working in India.
Brian provides an honest look at the realities of life in Bangalore.
Whether you are a professional considering a global career move, an aspiring expat, or simply curious about cross-cultural experiences, this conversation is for you.
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Listen to my contribution on the Brian's podcast "What Makes Us", where I talk about expatriation here.
Who am I?
I'm a French expat and international educator. I've lived and worked in Asia since 2004, and I'm based in Bangalore.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction & Meet Brian Hooks
02:57 Cultural Adaptations: The Indian Head Nod & Local Habits
06:27 The Story of Moving from the USA to Bangalore
15:59 Moving to India with a Family: Safety & Logistics
24:17 Navigating Indian Diversity & Language Barriers
29:22 US vs. India Lifestyle: Comparing Global Cultures
33:50 Bangalore Food Scene: Microbreweries to Street Food
41:23 Living Cashless in India: Navigating UPI & GPay
44:25 Expert Tips for Living and Working in India as an Expat
49:13 Conclusion
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Release Date: 04/05/2026, 16:00:00
