She moved from Seattle to Barcelona because of the bohemian vibe and the sense of freedom. But after 20 years, Anna Oje is at a stage in her life where she is asking herself some key questions. Will she stay or follow the pulse of life?Enjoy this insightful conversation on a (half) bench at this amazing Superilla square in the center of #barcelona, full of beautiful personal anecdotes.
Want to connect with Anna?https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaoje/
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For the Placemaking Week Europe festival, we traveled to Reggio Emilia in Italy and we had the pleasure of speaking to the local tourism board represented by Domenico Martino. Thanks to him, I was able to learn more about the city and why it is a good place.Thanks for your enthusiasm Domenico! More about Reggio Emilia Welcome:https://www.reggioemiliawelcome.it/en
On a bench in Segbroekpark of The Hague, I sat down together with Charlie.
And I must admit, I'm impressed with this young woman: her perspective on life, and her bold decisions to follow her own path, a life built around feeling and fire.
Enjoy this episode with Charlie and you can follow her work here:https://www.instagram.com/charliesfika/
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From Berlin to The Hague, Tina is a biologist, and her work revolves around: People, Nature, and the World.
As an Outdoor Coach, she has made it her mission to create awareness and help people rediscover their connection with, and bring them outside, in nature.
A beautiful concept and journey she's embarking on.
Follow her here:
https://hipsy.nl/shop/tina-fischbach-life-coaching
https://tinafischbachlifecoaching.com/
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Sometimes you need to interview someone before they leave for a new city.
Meet Alex, an entrepreneur, coffee lover, and a person I've known for quite some years within the Amsterdam scene.
Although this city has shaped him into the person he is today, he has decided to leave after 18 years and build a new home abroad.
Find out more about Alex's journey, why he has decided to move on, and where he will be going next.Here are some links to follow:
https://www.instagram.com/alexkitain/
https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeevine/
We are so grateful to everyone who joined our first Good Place Park Session in Amsterdam last week. Thanks for all the enthusiasm and connection, and for making this first edition one to remember.
During the live podcast recording, we were excited to host the conversation on the bench with:Lily Heaton, analogue photographer,Dean Media, singer-songwriter and founder of Amsterdam Music Project,Sophie Nordehed, founder of Sunday Run ClubIn this combined episode, we talk about why Amsterdam is a good place for #photography, #music and #running, sharing their perspective of the city.🚀 Opportunity: Interested in finding your good place?Join our program or community space: https://www.goodplace.cc/homepage🎧 For more in-depth interviews and discussions, check out Good Place on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/goodplace.cc📸 Follow Good Place on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content and updates: / goodplace.cc#Amsterdam #goodplace #goodplaceconversations #parksession #goodplacebench
With 55 recorded Good Place conversations held on public benches around the world, we’ve witnessed the quiet power of a single bench. It brings people together: with each other, with their surroundings, and with their own sense of place in the world.
This idea is especially close to our hearts in a time when society feels increasingly disconnected. That’s why this interview with Fred Kent (fondly known as The Place Man) and Kathy Madden is so meaningful. It stands as a powerful reminder that cities can become more human, more connected, and more alive, one bench at a time.
A big thanks to Kristen of Plot Twist Placemaking for stepping in and organizing this conversation on a public bench, filmed during the #GlobalPlacemakingSummit in #Toronto
Credits: Robin Cox, Good Place/ A City Made By People Kristen Zupancic, Plot Twist PlacemakingFred Kent & Kathy Madden, Project for Public Spaces, The Social Life Project, The Placemaking Fund and PlacemakingXEthan Kent, PlacemakingXPlacemaking CanadaSanjna Urval (filming & audio)
A shout-out to our community led us to Hannah, who moved to Helsinki for the second time, together with her young family. Originally from Brisbane, with her husband from Melbourne, they’ve chosen Finland’s capital as their home base.
In this episode, we talk about moving abroad, parenting in a new culture, building friendships, and what it takes to feel at home in a foreign country. Enjoy!
Check out Hannah's Instagram with stories: https://www.instagram.com/hannahisinhelsinki/
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I discovered Janica's journey via one of her vlogs about living abroad that she shares on YouTube. And I liked the style and honest reflection of the places she visited. So I wanted to know more about her journey from Helsinki to The Hague.
Follow our conversation from a public bench in the harbour of Scheveningen and ofcourse her channel here: https://www.youtube.com/ @JanicasJourneys
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This has been a very special conversation with Tore van Dreumel, who reached out to share his personal journey of gender, identity, and finding place in public on a bench. He's originally from Poland, but has found his home in the Netherlands 14 years ago.For the love of photography, please check out his Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/torevand/🚀 Opportunity: Interested in taking part in the Discovery Series?Join here: https://www.acitymadebypeople.com/good-place-discovery-series🎧 For more in-depth interviews and discussions, check out Good Place on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/goodplace.cc📸 Follow Good Place on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes content and updates: https://www.instagram.com/goodplace.cc
What once started as a holiday has become his home for more than 34 years. Living in Tenerife and setting up a news service and radio channel, Chris Elkington reflects on the island’s evolution—from culture and community to tourism and supporting sustainability. Originally from Solihull, UK, Chris shares his knowledgeable perspective on what’s changed, what has been going well, and what should be improved over time.
More on Chris his business:
https://www.oasisfm.com/https://www.canarianweekly.com/
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Convivencia stands for: Living Together.
Cliodna O'Flynn works for the municipality of Adeje, a town of 50,000 inhabitants on Tenerife. She shares with us why she moved to the island 25 years ago and what she loves about living here.
Enjoy this conversation on a bench on Plaza de España in Adeje.
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After a family round-trip through Europe, Melissa & Chris Bruntlett made a life-changing decision—leaving Vancouver to build a new home in Delft, Netherlands. Join us for a wonderful conversation about moving abroad, family life, becoming a Dutch citizen, urban mobility, and shaping happier, healthier, and more human-scale cities.
More about Melissa & Chris, their books and work: https://www.modacitylife.com/
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What was intended as a gap year abroad, changed to a different experience in The Hague. After two years, Bernard and his little family decided to move back to Lagos, Nigeria.
Join this conversation on a bench about living abroad, losing a family member, and how Faith functions as an anchor in life.
More about Bernard and his photography:https://www.instagram.com/kabenny_/
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In this episode, Sylvia van Glabbeek shares her unique journey of living between two worlds—Amsterdam, where she’s built her life, and Latin America, where her heart feels at home. From navigating dual identities to embracing the richness of both cultures, Sylvia talks about her passions, finding connections across continents, and helping others adjust across cultures.Enjoy this conversation from the public bench in Amsterdam at Bellamyplein! For more info on Sylvia: https://www.theculturelab.nl/
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Jeroen Paling, a photographer and family man, shares his journey of searching for purpose, home, and balance in life. After years of ups and downs, he finally found his place in Amsterdam, where creativity and belonging meet. Enjoy this conversation from the public bench! For more info on Jeroen: <a href="https://jeroenpaling.nl/</a>
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From the boulevard of Scheveningen, I wanted to wish all our subscribers a Happy (but mostly Good) New Year. In this 'short' episode I take you along the experiences of hosting this channel, and what I'm looking forward to creating together with like-minded citizens.
Enjoy this conversation from the public bench and stay tuned for more in 2025!
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We met during the International Conference on Urban Health in Marrakech and decided to record a podcast episode: meet Elizabeth, a pathologist assistant, based in New York.
Born in the Bronx, grew up in Albany, went to college in Connecticut, and Philadelphia for graduate school, and went back to New York for job opportunities. This conversation is about taking steps, making decisions, chasing the next challenge, and eventually appreciating where you have landed. Thanks, Liz for this wonderful moment and for getting to know you. Would you like to know more about Good Place, the podcast, program, events, and community? Then don't forget to visit https://goodplace.cc/ Want to watch or listen to more episodes of the Good Place podcast? Check it out via Spotify or Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/goodplace.cc
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Meet Noortje , a young dreamer on a journey to discover a good place to call her own. Despite not having found it yet, Noortje knows what she’s looking for: the tranquility of mountains, the closeness of family, and people where she truly feels at home.
In this episode, Noortje shares her thoughts on what makes a place feel right, the challenges of figuring it all out in your 20s, and the lessons she’s learning along the way.
Enjoy this conversation on a public bench in Westerpark, Amsterdam!
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From Manchester to The Hague, Sarah likes to call herself an Experience Designer in education and in daily life. A conversation full of inspiration on how to get around in a new city and meet new people, that become great friendships. Enjoy this conversation on a public bench in the forest of The Hague! https://www.instagram.com/everyday_den_haag/ Would you like to know more about Good Place, the podcast, program, events, and community? Then don't forget to visit https://goodplace.cc/ Want to watch or listen to more episodes of the Good Place podcast? Check it out via Spotify or Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/goodplace.cc And follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodplace.cc #goodplace #manchester #thehague