Hey there! 😊
I'm a friendly, sociable, yet slightly shy traveler who loves connecting with people from different cultures. While I might start off reserved, I quickly warm up to great conversations and meaningful exchanges. Meeting new people, sharing stories, and learning about different perspectives truly fascinates me.

I've had the chance to travel across Central Europe and even lived in the Czech Republic, which deepened my appreciation for the region’s history, culture, and way of life. Whether it’s exploring charming old towns, enjoying local traditions, or discussing history and society over a cup of coffee or a pint of beer, I’m always up for an adventure.

My academic background is in psychology and political science, make me enjoy pragmatic, intellectual conversations—whether about human behavior, global affairs, or philosophy. I love exchanging ideas and learning from different perspectives.

Beyond that, I’m passionate about football (both playing and watching) and love spending time in nature. Whether it's a casual kickabout, a hike in the mountains, or just unwinding in a peaceful outdoor setting, I find joy in simple yet meaningful moments.
If you’re up for sharing cultures, deep conversations, or even a good game of football.

Chess.com - https://www.chess.com/member/BrianBarakaAluda

Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-aluda

I’d love to connect! 😊

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

A twist of connecting with professionals and the fun of cultural and language exchange.

I am on a journey to improve the quality of my social and professional network, everyone has something to offer and that excites me.

Getting to meet deep thinkers, Surface level connections have me in a perpetual state of crippling boredom.

Philosophy, Psychology, Geopolitics, AI and research are levels we can connect on.

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Interests

• documentaries
• beer
• geopolitics
• philosophy
• psychology
• beaches
• travelling
• football

Music, Movies, and Books

🎶 Dermot Kennedy, Bob Marley, John Lennon, Banners, Ferre Gola, Fally Ipupa, Cold Play, Dean Lewis, Passanger, Hollow Coves,Protoje, Avicii, Etc...

🎞 In Time (2011) Justin Timberlake, A Fatal Desire (DW Documentary), Etc...

📚 George Orwell - 1984, Animal Farm
Jordan B. Peterson - 12 Rules For Life
Friedrich Nietzsche - Thus Spoke Zarathustra
Fyodor Dostoevsky - The Brothers Karamazov, Crime and Punishment

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

'A Tour de Pub' around Prague Old Square

Countries I’ve Visited

Czech Republic, Slovakia

Countries I’ve Lived In

Czech Republic