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Surrogacy experience: The surrogate mother's perspective. Nicole Eddy
Nicole added a new chapter to her life story as a surrogate mother by fulfilling another family’s dream of having a baby.
Somshubhra Ray: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From India to Latvia
Somshubhra Ray is from India. He shares his life from childhood until now, as a student in the Erasmus Mundus master’s degree program “Service Design Strategies and Innovations.”
Completing Family: The Strader Family's International Adoption Journey
A family opened their home to an orphan hosting program during Christmas holidays, welcoming two sisters from a Latvian orphanage, which led to international adoption.
From Thailand to Lapland: Judy’s Inspiring Erasmus Journey | Stories from the North
Discover Judy’s inspiring journey from Thailand to the Arctic in the latest episode of Stories from the North. Host Linda Paulauska delves into Judy’s experiences as an Erasmus Mundus student at the University of Lapland, exploring cultural contrasts, personal growth, and life in Lapland. Don’t miss this uplifting story of resilience and transformation.
Yulu Liu: Erasmus Mundus Journey to Study Service Design - From China to Latvia
In this episode, we uncover the amazing journey of Yulu Liu from China. Passionate about service design, Yulu embarked on her Erasmus Mundus Master’s degree in “Service Design Strategies and Innovations.”
Real Stories in an AI Era
The importance of real human experiences while we live in the AI world where we don’t even know anymore: Is that person’s real experience and thoughts, or is that AI’s story?
Young Artist's Paintings Purchased Across the World: Marat's Dzjubenko
Marats Dzjubenko began painting at just 2 years old. By his early teens, his artwork was exhibited and purchased worldwide, marking him as a rising star in the art world.
Five-Time Egg Donor: Helping Families During Infertility Treatment. Aleksandra Chernova
Aleksandra donated eggs bringing hope to anonymous infertility-struggling families. She navigated medical tests, hormone therapy, and oocyte punctures five times.
Transforming Lives Worldwide: Katie Leatherwood's Prosthetic Care Mission
Katie Leatherwood transforms lives with prosthetic solutions, helping individuals who’ve lost limbs. From Texas to the global stage, she’s currently making a significant impact in Latvia and aiding Ukraine.
Diver for Passion and Work: Nikolai Jokinen
From plumber to commercial diver, Nikolai Jokinen’s story is one of passion and adventure. Discover how he combined his construction background with a love for the extreme, diving into a challenging underwater career.








