No Laugh Challenge - Foreign Service Edition
Who knew American diplomats had so many funny stories from their time in the foreign service? This second episode has your hosts, Sofia Lang and Amelia Wysoczanski, cracking up as we unpack some silly stories from abroad. From impromptu concerts for hundreds and messy translations to Mongolian barbecues and a little too much vodka, this episode showcases the lighter side of American diplomacy and the sense of humor found in the Foreign Service. Try not to laugh as you join us for this one. This episode was brought to you from the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training. Thank you to our hosts, Amelia Wysoczanski and Sofia Lang, for leading the discussion. Please be sure to follow us on our socials: Instagram @adst_diplomacy, Facebook @Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training, and TikTok @coolben1986. Music: https://pixabay.com/music/
What does Independence Day look like when you’re thousands of miles from home? In our first episode, Amelia Wysoczanski and Sofia Lang dive into how American diplomats celebrate the Fourth of July overseas. From embassy receptions and cultural exchanges to unexpected challenges and memorable moments, we have it all. Blending humor, history, and firsthand accounts, this episode explores how one of America’s most iconic holidays becomes a tool of diplomacy far beyond U.S. borders. This episode was brought to you from the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training. Thank you to our hosts, Amelia Wysoczansk and Sofia Lang, for leading the discussion. Please be sure to follow us on our socials: Instagram @adst_diplomacy, Facebook Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training, TikTok @coolben1986. Music: https://pixabay.com/music/