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What really happens when you leave everything familiar behind and start over in a new country? Armchair Expat is a podcast about moving abroad, living overseas, and building a life you love on your own terms. Hosted by Shannon Acton of @BargainHomesAbroad, each episode features real stories from people who have relocated internationally—whether for work, retirement, lifestyle, or love. Guests include everyday expats, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs who share honest insights, practical advi ...
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Global Citizen Solutions is a boutique investment migration consultancy firm focused on finding the right residency or citizenship by investment program for individuals wishing to secure their future and become global citizens.With offices in Portugal, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Brazil, our multilingual team guides individuals and families from start to finish, providing expert advice considering freedom, mobility, taxation, and security.From helping individuals find their dream homes or ...
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Global Citizen Life is a podcast hosted by Sally Pederson, a #1 International Bestselling Author and a beacon for global living and diversification. We are more than a consulting firm; we are a movement toward embracing a life without borders. Our mission is to empower high-achieving entrepreneurs and business owners to diversify their lives, enabling them to live freely in their chosen countries while optimizing their financial independence. In our podcast, we delve into the journeys of ind ...
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Repurpose Your Career podcast brought to you by Career Pivot is a podcast for those of us in the 2nd half of life to come together to discuss how repurpose our careers for the 21st century. Come listen to career experts give you proven strategies, listen to people like you tell their stories on how they repurposed their careers and finally get your questions answered. Your host, Marc Miller, has made six career pivots over the last 30 years. He understands this is not about jumping out of th ...
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President Trump says the US helped broker ceasefire between India and Pakistan
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3:54While Trump announces a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, residents report blasts over Indian-held Kashmir shortly after.By Scott Detrow
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Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on the significance of the first American pope
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6:21NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, Archbishop of New York, about the significance of the Cardinals electing the first pope from the United States.By Scott Detrow
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The new pope is American. Will that have an impact on US politics?
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5:39Congressman Brendan Boyle on how the new pope affects American politics, on issues both in line and at odds with the Trump administrationBy Scott Detrow
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NPR's Sylvia Poggioli on the realities of covering the Vatican
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11:39Sylvia Poggioli has covered several papal conclaves and the Vatican for decades. For this week's reporter's notebook, she reflects on what it's like to cover one of the most secretive institutions in the world.By Scott Detrow
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Hollywood is facing an 'existential moment' as production levels plummet
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4:34President Trump's idea to impose a tariff on films made outside the U.S. has been a hot topic all week in Hollywood. It's also put a spotlight on efforts to bring production back to California.By KUOW Staff
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When it comes to movies, how much horror is too much for kids?
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8:25In our latest installment of Cineplexity, NPR staffers discuss how much horror is too much for kids to watch in movies.By Ailsa Chang
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5 Quirky Challenges Expats Face in Portugal | Daily Life & Expat Tips
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11:57Send us a text Expat life in Portugal can be amazing — but it’s not without surprises. In this episode, we dive into 5 quirky but real challenges expats face in Portugal, from frustrating restaurant hours to confusing bedding and picture frame sizes. If you’re considering moving to Portugal, you’ll want to hear what expat life in Portugal is really…
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How the threat of war is unifying people in Pakistan
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3:49Pakistanis remain on their toes amid tensions with India. But the threat of war is unifying people in a country where many have become disenchanted with their civilian and military leadership.By Betsy Joles
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Trump heads to Saudi Arabia soon, looking for a repeat of his trip in 2017
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4:04President Trump says his first trip to Saudi Arabia in 2017 yielded big business deals. We look back to see how things worked out.By Tamara Keith
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Audio documentary: A woman losing her vision to HIV/AIDS shares memories with her son
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8:01Producer Vivien Schütz presents the story of Gina Velasquez, who progressively lost her vision due to an HIV/AIDS diagnosis decades ago.By Noah Caldwell
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Chimps' rhythmic drumming and complex calls hint at origins of human language
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3:52Two new studies hint at the evolutionary roots of human language. The studies found that chimps use rhythmic structures and complex call combinations to communicate.By Jon Hamilton
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As the second round of the NBA playoffs continue, some coaches have complained about heightened intensity, saying referees have been letting calls slide. We ask David Dennis Jr. of ESPN's andscape about the validity of those gripes during the playoffs--By Jason Fuller
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Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter died at his home in New Hampshire Thursday. He was 85.By Matt Ozug
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Recently, Donald Trump and his advisers have criticized Russia and sounded more engaged with the government in Ukraine. But what does it mean when it comes to U.S. policy?By Greg Myre
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Facing the threat of funding cuts, U.S. scientists are looking for opportunities abroad
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4:12Brain drain happens to smaller countries all the time, with high performers finding opportunities overseas, often in the U.S. But the table may be turning as the NIH blocks grant applications.By Darian Woods
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Bestselling author Fredrik Backman nearly retired before finishing new book
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4:47Bestselling Swedish writer Fredrik Backman says he never struggled with his confidence as much as he did writing his new book, My Friends. In fact, he was seriously considering retiring.By Elena Burnett
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Chicago celebrates cultural victory with native son, Pope Leo XIV
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3:09The likelihood that the newly elected pope has consumed a Chicago style hot dog is not zero. And that means something.By Mia Venkat
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What Pope Leo XIV means for the LGBT community
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4:36Pope Francis welcomed the LGBT community into the Catholic Church. What will his successor mean for the community?By Courtney Dorning
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How Pope Leo XIV's first homily may be setting the tone for his papacy
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3:49Friday morning, newly-elected Pope Leo XIV led his first public mass as head of the Catholic Church:By Jason DeRose
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Indian ambassador on India-Pakistan relations
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7:28NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Vinay Kwatra, Indian ambassador to the U.S., about the violent conflict between India and Pakistan.By Kathryn Fink
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Texas is reviewing more than 1, 000 criminal cases over faulty DNA tests
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3:33Faulty DNA tests being used in criminal cases in Texas could impact about 700 cases. Under some circumstances, these tests were incorrectly coming back as insufficient DNA to test.By Paul Flahive
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Chinese consumers are spending less amid trade war and economic headwinds
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4:04Chinese consumers have less and less confidence to splurge, which spells trouble for government efforts to jump-start consumer spending to offset deflation and mitigate the trade war with the U.S.By Anthony Kuhn
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Under the spell of Hildegard: A new album reboots ancient music
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4:05The 12th century abbess, scientist and composer inspires new interpretations of her music, and new works, on an album spotlighting soprano Barbara Hannigan.By Tom Huizenga
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Chicago Catholics react to the news of Pope Leo X1V
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3:42Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic church, grew up in the Chicago area and Catholics in Chicago are overjoyed.By Lauren FitzPatrick
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Europe marks 80 years since the end of World War II
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3:49Parades and memorials across Europe marking 80 years since Nazi Germany's surrender at the end of World War II.By Lauren Frayer
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The view from the Druze community in the Golan Heights
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4:03Israel says its recent strikes and incursions in Syria are to protect the Druze religious group. Some in the community welcome it, but some say they're being used to further Israel's political goals.By Hadeel Al-Shalchi
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