Expaterience, the distinctive English-language talk show produced and hosted by international professionals in the Netherlands, opens 2026 with the sixth episode of its current season, addressing two themes that are both timely and deeply relevant on a global and personal level.
Hour 1 – Rule of Law: The Hague Perspective
In an era marked by political turbulence, rapid technological change, shifting global alliances, and growing public mistrust, the rule of law and democratic values have moved to the center of national and global debate.
Lead Host Sanjay Sharma sits down with four panelists representing organizations based in and around The Hague – International City of Peace & Justice – all working to support and strengthen democratic values, international justice, and human rights.
This panel examines how these foundational principles are holding up under modern pressures. The discussion explores the essential role of the rule of law in safeguarding rights, ensuring accountability, and providing a stable framework for governance.
By highlighting real-world examples and offering forward-looking insights, the panel provides viewers with a nuanced understanding of the relationship between legal frameworks and democratic ideals—and why protecting both remains essential to a thriving society.
Guest line-up Hour 1:
Fabricio Guariglia – Director, International Development Law Organization (IDLO), The Hague Branch Office
Valérie Gabard – Co-Director, UpRights
Marco de Jong – Former Diplomat and Advisory Board Member, ASEANcham EU
Richard Ghiasy – Director, GeoStrat; Lecturer Institute of Political Science, Leiden University
Hour 2 – Expat Entrepreneurs: The Untold Story
As more internationals choose the Dutch business landscape to build their ventures, many still face challenges navigating regulations, accessing networks, and finding the right support.
Hosted by Julie Taylor, founder of Buzz Business Networking and an accountability coach, this segment explores both the opportunities and hidden barriers shaping the expat entrepreneurial journey.
Julie is joined by four expert guests who offer practical insights into the emotional, financial, and strategic realities facing international founders today.
Guest line-up Hour 2:
Adina Petre – Trauma Therapist and High-Performance Coach, bringing a unique perspective to help entrepreneurs achieve their business goals
Hans Develing – Founder and Owner, Advictus; a seasoned accountant with extensive experience with business owners from diverse international backgrounds
Dr. Sinéad Hewson – Founder, impact start-up Unconventional Innovators
Nikia Brown – Global Leader, Social Designer, and Public Speaker
Completing this episode’s on-air team alongside hosts Sanjay Sharma and Julie Taylor is Expaterience’s stand-up comedy and opinion contributor Anupama Srivastava, who opens Hour 2 with a column aligned with the theme of expat entrepreneurship.
Watch Expaterience Episode #06 from Saturday, January 24 onward on:
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and via Ziggo, KPN, Odido, Caiway, and other providers – more details: expaterience.nl
Expaterience is the dedicated English-language TV show and digital media project focusing on the stories and perspectives of internationals in the Netherlands, highlighting both their successes and the challenges they face in personal and professional life, situated within the context of key social issues and current international developments.