Just an artist & researcher exploring the world 🤠

I'm currently pursuing two PhD degrees at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, in Brazil.
But I'm living in Scotland, where I'm a visiting researcher at the University of Glasgow. All of this is exploring how the cultural industry can contribute to fight the climate crisis 🌎

Also, I work in theater and film, as artist and producer. AND I'm launching a startup to boost local cultural economy. I know how to keep busy but I do have a life!

Love pets!
Got a sassy doggo called Gabo back in Brazil and currently live with a lovely grumpy kitten called Tigger. Please show me your pets!!

@thainanrocha on IG.

I'm usually traveling around for work or academia, but that's always an excuse to just get lost exploring this huge world (while we can). Visiting iconic spots usually interests me less than meeting nice people and getting a taste of the local life :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

What's better in a trip than making new friends?

Interests

• arts
• theater
• dancing
• cooking
• walking
• partying
• traveling
• cycling
• swimming
• cinema
• nature
• new cultures
• new friends

Music, Movies, and Books

I know (and work with) a lot of Brazilian culture that I'm always happy to share. But I'm also keen on world cinema, music and literature and always thirsty for new tips. Yes, my dog is named after Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

My Spotify top 5 changes almost completely every month. I enjoy pop, rock, indie, funk and some stuff that make me sound like a grandma (*cough* ABBA)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've rescued some hundreds of people and pets during a huge climate catastrophe that hit my home state in 2024. It was out of this world. Got stories to tell 😅

Teach, Learn, Share

I love exploring new cultures, learning and sharing. That's everything from languages, cuisine, art, stories.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm a good cook, a master of dad jokes and veryyy chill, but could talk for hours about pretty much anything :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Brazil, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, Scotland, United States, Uruguay

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, Scotland