Best Expatriate Perspective Podcasts (2025)

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The Oddity of OnlyFans 58:14

2d ago58:14

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Send us a text The internet might be full of free nudity, but millions of people are still slapping down their credit cards for OnlyFans. What's that about then... Jack and Adam dive into the weird world of OnlyFans, where people drop their hard-earned cash just to see someone's bits who they've never met and likely never will. Turns out our modern…

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Crazy Japanese Laws 27:05

3d ago27:05

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Send us a text 🚨 Did you know carrying scissors in Japan could land you in jail? In this episode of Taken By Japan, Ethan and Hugh dive into some of the wildest Japanese laws that are actually enforced — we’re talking surprise searches, unexpected arrests by police who don't give warnings, and fines that’ll make your wallet cry. 😱✂️ Want to stay ou…

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Why Your Relationships are Failing - And What to Do About It (with Astrid Niels): Ep 57 1:00:01

6d ago1:00:01

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Astrid Niels is a certified relationship coach and founder of Happy Thinking. She explores the intricate dynamics of love, partnership, and personal growth. From her deeply moving childhood in Belgium to becoming an internationally trained coach, Astrid shares how her early life experiences sparked a life-long quest to understand what it truly mean…

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Spring in Japan - 2025 41:49

8d ago41:49

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Send us a text Spring has sprung in Japan, and so has a brand new episode of Taken By Japan! 🌸 Join Ethan and Hugh as they chat about everything from cherry blossoms and spring vibes to the surprising reason why Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu ended up in Shizuoka. Plus, they taste-test a rare, limited-edition spring flavor of Pocky you won’t want to miss. …

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The Education Revolution (Or Lack Thereof) 1:02:27

10d ago1:02:27

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Send us a text Remember when your calculator got confiscated because you might've scribbled formulas inside the case? Now kids are asking ChatGPT to write their entire essays. Bit of a step up, that. Jack and Adam dig into why our education system seems stuck in the dark ages despite all our technological progress. From those freezing cold BBC comp…

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Tea & Mortgage Podcast #28 - New Tracker Mortgages?!, The Big Short, & Michael Jackson the musical. 24:32

12d ago24:32

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It’s episode #28 of the Tea & Mortgage podcast with Ireland’s favourite mortgage broker, John Coleman! In this episode, John and American co-host Norm Schriever go in-depth on the new Flex Mortgage offering from Avant Money. Dare we say this is a “Tracker Mortgage,” but it’s not the same type of tracker loan that go so many banks in trouble during …

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Why am I still in Japan? 13:00

13d ago13:00

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Send us a text In this episode, Ethan opens up about why he’s chosen to stay in Japan rather than return to the U.S. Is it the food? The safety? The lifestyle? He shares the personal and practical reasons behind his decision—and what keeps him rooted abroad. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7zsihOprSLh_VMSdQJgBPQ…

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Running Away From Your Life? Run Toward A New One Instead. Jen Barnett on Moving Abroad with Purpose and Preparation | Ep 56 1:05:46

13d ago1:05:46

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In this episode of House of Peregrine, Mickelle welcomes Jen Barnett, co-founder of Expatsi, a company helping Americans move abroad with clarity, confidence, and heart. Jen shares her journey from Alabama to Mérida, Mexico - a move sparked by values, political shifts, and the need for a gentler, more aligned life. What began as a quiet cabin retre…

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The Conflict Paradox: Why We're All Secret Masochists 57:23

16d ago57:23

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Send us a text Ever noticed how the moment life gets a bit too comfortable, we start creating problems for ourselves? Like that mate who's got a cushy job but decides to train for an ultramarathon through actual mountains. What's that about? Jack and Adam dive into why humans are oddly drawn to stress and challenges, despite simultaneously whinging…

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Bikes And The Good Life: Melissa & Chris Bruntlett on Designing For Vitality & Freedom Around the World | Ep 55 58:31

20d ago58:31

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In this episode, Mickelle welcomes Melissa and Chris Bruntlett - urban storytellers, authors, and advocates for human-centered cities. Together, they unpack how a bold decision to ditch their car in Vancouver sparked a global journey toward urban vitality. As parents, they saw firsthand how city design affects daily life and mobility, especially fo…

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Getting Physical: Our Fitness Journey and What We've Learned Along the Way 1:08:01

24d ago1:08:01

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Send us a text Dust off your sweatbands, snort a Hollywood-sized line of creatine, and prepare to get pumped. Jack Austin and Adam Garcia are exploring the world of fitness and how two former hippies ended up caring about macros. From the terror of stepping into a gym for the first time to navigating the confusing world of supplements, they're shar…

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AuDHD and the Expat Path with ADHD Coach Yann Ghisalberti | Ep 54 1:00:50

27d ago1:00:50

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Yann Ghisalberti is a French expat and ADHD coach who works with teens and adults in both English and French. Founder of Coach 4 ADHD, Yann shares his deeply personal journey from IT specialist to ADHD coach, shaped by the challenges of expat life, late-in-life neurodivergent diagnoses, and a drive to help others thrive beyond survival mode. We tal…

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The Wealth Paradox: Why Success Makes You Crave What You Left Behind 49:53

1M ago49:53

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Send us a text Why do billionaires buy farms? Tech moguls start craft businesses? Corporate lawyers open coffee shops? There's a curious pattern where those who climb highest often end up craving the simple life they left behind. Jack Austin and Adam Garcia explore "The Wealth Paradox" - that strange cycle where we chase success only to discover wh…

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Designing Your Life with Adis Sofie Fremont | Ep 53 1:01:25

1M ago1:01:25

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Adis Sofie Fremont is the founder of Beyond Boundaries Consulting and a leader in bringing the globally renowned Designing Your Life (DYL) methodology to the Netherlands. With a background in corporate sales, marketing, and innovation, Adis now helps internationals navigate life’s transitions with clarity and intention. She shares her personal evol…

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The British Perspective: Life as an Expat 57:37

1M ago57:37

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Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when two Brits spend a decade in Southeast Asia? Turns out they start missing Gregg's sausage rolls and random conversations with strangers, while definitely not missing the Friday night fights. Jack Austin and Adam Garcia unpack what it's like viewing their homeland from afar, exploring how distance change…

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“Home is not a place, it is a feeling” Raising kids across continents with author Samantha Frearson-Tubito | Ep 52 1:00:39

1M ago1:00:39

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Sam Frearson Tubito is the global nomad and memoirist behind Beneath a Borrowed Sky. With a life spanning continents—from the West Indies to Africa, Asia, Europe, and beyond—Sam shares how a childhood of constant movement shaped her sense of identity, belonging, and ultimately, the way she raised her own four children across the world. Together, sh…

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Tea and Mortgage Podcast #27: Bridging Loans in Ireland 17:33

1M ago17:33

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In this episode, we focus in on a somewhat rare and seldom used mortgage tool, bridging loans. For those who aren’t aware, bridging loans are short-term financing solutions designed to provide immediate funds to home buyers or sellers, typically to bridge the gap between the purchase of a new property and the sale of an existing one. They are commo…

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The AI Revolution 56:20

1M ago56:20

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Send us a text The robots aren't coming - they're already here. And they're writing your emails, making your dinner plans, and possibly eyeing up your job. Jack Austin and Adam Garcia dive into the AI revolution that's happening right under our noses, exploring both the mind-blowing possibilities and the frankly terrifying implications of machines …

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Amsterdam’s Flower Bike Man | Ep 51 58:12

2M ago58:12

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American Warren Gregory, best known as the Flower Bike Man, creates vibrant, floral-adorned bicycles that have become an iconic part of Amsterdam’s streets. Warren shares his deeply personal journey—from overcoming a debilitating injury to rediscovering movement and purpose through cycling. His story takes a poignant turn as he recounts moving to t…

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The Intelligence Paradox 44:45

2M ago44:45

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Send us a text Ever wondered if being properly clever might actually make you a bit miserable? (And no, we're not just saying that to make ourselves feel better about our own brains.) Jack Austin and Adam Garcia are tackling the bizarre paradox of intelligence and happiness - where apparently having more processing power upstairs might mean you've …

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Smart Money Moves for Expats: Tax & Wealth Strategies for Americans Abroad | Ep 50 36:47

2M ago36:47

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Arielle Tucker is a European-based cross-border financial planner and founder of Connected Financial Planning. Arielle has her own story. She moved from the U.S. to Switzerland and Germany, revealing how a love for numbers and a knack for tax strategy led her to help Americans navigate the complexities of international finances. Together, they brea…

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Toxic Japanese Work Culture 18:23

2M ago18:23

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Send us a text In this episode, Ethan shares why he would never work for a Japanese company again. Traditional Japanese business culture is deeply ingrained, with older generations—especially men—resisting change. While younger workers seek a better work-life balance, corporate leadership continues to push the outdated idea that work should define …

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The Musk Matrix 58:02

2M ago58:02

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Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when one bloke gets his fingers in virtually every technological pie going? (And yes, we mean the man who could probably buy all the actual pies too.) Jack Austin and Adam Garcia are unpacking the bizarre phenomenon that is Elon Musk - a fella who's somehow managed to accumulate more influence than entire g…

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The Dopamine Dilemna 51:01

2M ago51:01

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Send us a text Right, let's talk about how we've all traded pints for pixels, shall we? Jack Austin and Adam Garcia are diving into the proper mess that is modern life - where we're more likely to get our dopamine hit from a Instagram like than a ciggy behind the pub. We're chatting about everything from why your kids have American accents (cheers,…

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The Simulation Situation 51:50

2M ago51:50

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Send us a text Right, shall we question everything we think we know about reality? Jack Austin and Adam Garcia are digging into simulation theory - where we might all be living in a sophisticated computer program, and Elon Musk reckons there's only a one-in-a-billion chance we're not. No pressure then. We're chatting about everything from Google's …

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Language, Expression & Location Independence: The JeDutchy Approach to Language | Ep 49 49:02

2M ago49:02

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In this episode, Mickelle welcomes Jordan Guerrero, the force behind JeDutchy, a platform helping learners master Dutch with confidence. Jordan shares her journey from growing up near Rotterdam to traveling the world and discovering her passion for teaching. What began as a simple Instagram experiment has grown into a thriving language-learning com…

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Martial Art 古武道 Lessons & Exam Stress: A Peek Inside Japanese Schools 32:28

2M ago32:28

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Send us a text In this episode of Taken By Japan, Ethan and Naif dive into life at school as students gear up for intense university entrance exams. They also share insights from a special guest—a master of Kobudo (古武道), the ancient martial arts of Japan. His lesson went beyond combat, teaching students the power of presentation and mindset in diff…

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Stop Second-Guessing Your Life Choices with Anna Roberts | Ep 48 48:12

2M ago48:12

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Anna Robert’s Coaching helps you explore the layers of doubt while living abroad. Anna shares her personal journey from Manchester to Paris, a move driven by an early fascination with French culture. What started as a love for the French language turned into a decade-long experience that changed her sense of identity, belonging, and self-trust. Thr…

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Tea and Mortgage Podcast #26: Celebrating 200 Google reviews (and 5 stars!) 26:51

2M ago26:51

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Welcome, everyone to the Tea and Mortgage podcast episode #26! We hope you enjoy these little chats and get some value out of them. Speaking of which, today we’re going to talk about a recent significant milestone for JC Mortgages, as we just received out 200th Google review! Not to pay ourselves on the back (pat, pat), but most remarkable is that …

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Is Biohacking really the Future of Wellness? | Ep 47 44:49

3M ago44:49

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When Nature Calls is a cutting-edge center for self-optimization in the heart of Amsterdam. What began as one of the city's first smart shops in 1998 and has taken the knowledge of the industry, plants and uses and has expanded into an elevated, holistic space blending self optimization, plant medicine, and modern and ancient wellness practices. Th…

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Shizuoka Prefecture 17:29

3M ago17:29

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Send us a text In this episode, Naif and Ethan dive into what makes Shizuoka, Japan, such a special place. From its incredible food to the warmth of its people, they explore the essence of this unique region. Whether you're curious about Shizuoka or just love discovering new places, this episode is for you! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7zsihOp…

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Can Living Abroad Harm Your Mental Health? | Ep 46 1:07:39

3M ago1:07:39

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Jessica Fonzi, a clinician with The Truman Group, a mental health group specializing in expats and internationals discusses the emotional complexities of life abroad. This episode explores the psychological impact of international relocation, the subtle power shifts in relationships that happen, and the challenge of building meaningful connections …

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The Sankebetsu Bear Attack – Japan’s Deadliest Bear Story 27:53

3M ago27:53

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Send us a text Title: The Sankebetsu Bear Attack – Japan’s Deadliest Bear Mauling In this episode, Naif recounts the terrifying story of the Sankebetsu Bear Attack, the worst bear attack in Japanese history. Taking place in 1915, this harrowing event saw a massive brown bear wreak havoc on a remote village in Hokkaido, leaving devastation in its wa…

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Can High Achieving Expats Align with Their Purpose? With Amanda Molenaar | Ep 45 50:56

3M ago50:56

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In this episode of The House of Peregrine Podcast, Mickelle sits down with Amanda Molenaar a life coach for high-achieving expats From diplomat for the Dutch Foreign Service to fulfilling her dream of becoming a life coach Amanda reflects on her time as a junior diplomat in Brazil, where she worked on significant issues like deforestation, and how …

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The Power of Astrocartography with Sandra Nelly | Ep 44 52:12

3M ago52:12

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In this episode of the House of Peregrine podcast, Mickelle welcomes Sandra Nelly, a seasoned astrologer and astrocartographer, to explore the fascinating astrology of place. Sandra, a globetrotter with a passion for the intersection of geography and astrology, reveals how the energies of different locations influence our lives, careers, relationsh…

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What’s next for House of Peregrine: Celebrating 2000 Downloads, Creating Intentionally in Web3 and Building Locally for Our Global Community | Ep 43 6:02

3M ago6:02

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Welcome to a brand-new season of the House of Peregrine Podcast! Mickelle kicks off 2025 with exciting updates and a heartfelt reflection on how far the podcast has come. With over 40 episodes, 2000+ downloads, and the first sponsorship secured, the podcast is entering its next chapter with a renewed mission: to explore what it truly means to craft…

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New Years 2025 33:05

4M ago33:05

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Send us a text In this episode, Naif and Ethan dive into their unforgettable New Year's experiences in Japan! Naif kicked off the year in snowy Hokkaido, savoring local delicacies, while Ethan kept things traditional at home with osechi, sukiyaki, and soba. From icy landscapes to warm family tables, their stories might take place in different setti…

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Tea and Mortgage Podcast #25: John Coleman’s predictions for 2025! 22:04

4M ago22:04

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Welcome to the Tea and Mortgage podcast episode 25…kicking off the new year in 2025! (We promise you we didn’t plan that coincidence.) As is now the annual tradition, in this episode, mortgage broker John Coleman gives his predictions for the coming year. So, what will 2025 hold according to John’s crystal ball? Find out by listening as he gives pr…

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Hospitalized in Japan 12:36

4M ago12:36

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Send us a text In this episode, I share the story of a life-changing moment: a bicycle accident that landed me in the hospital in Japan. From navigating the medical system to facing the challenges of surgery and recovery, I’ll take you through the emotional highs and lows, the cultural surprises, and the lessons I learned along the way. Whether you…

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End of Year at House of Peregrine with Founder Mickelle Weber | Ep 42 7:48

5M ago7:48

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In this solo episode, Mickelle reflects on an extraordinary year for House of Peregrine, celebrating the growth, innovation, and bold adventures of the global community of expats and location-independent individuals who live life on their own terms. Mickelle shares how House of Peregrine has become a vibrant ecosystem where members connect, collabo…

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Tea and Mortgage Podcast #24: Recapping the predictions John made for 2024. 19:13

5M ago19:13

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Tea & Mortgage w/ John Coleman, Ireland’s favourite mortgage broker would like to sit down with you to share a cup of tea and chat about the state of the mortgage and property market. In this episode, John Coleman. Since we’re in December and rolling towards the end of 2024 and the start of 2025, John and co-host Norm Schriever are going to recap t…

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Don’t Go It Alone! Building Your Support Team as an International Parent | Ep 41 52:51

5M ago52:51

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Jasmijn Kok is the co-founder of Nina.care, an au pair agency operating in the Netherlands, Germany, and England, with plans to expand into new markets. Jasmijn, who co-founded the company with her twin sister Lyla, shares their journey from running a small babysitting service as teenagers to building a company that bridges cultural exchange and fa…

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Buy the Plant: How to Thrive in the Unknown and Find Grounding in Your Life Abroad | Ep 40 54:19

5M ago54:19

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Erin Frobenius, a relocation counselor and consultant helps internationals connect, thrive, and feel at home in their new communities. Drawing from her own experience of moving to Amsterdam seven years ago as a traveling partner, Erin shares her journey of navigating transitions, building community, and rediscovering herself abroad. With her backgr…

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Living Globally and Re-defining Your Identity: A Conversation with Author Mariam Navaid Ottimofiore on designing the layers of your life as a globally mobile family | Ep 39 1:19:58

5M ago1:19:58

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Mickelle sits down with author and Peregrine Mariam Navaid Ottimofiore, a globally mobile economist turned author who has lived in 10 countries across four continents. Mariam shares her extraordinary journey, from her childhood in Pakistan, Bahrain, and the United States to her current home in Cascais, Portugal. Together, they explore her experienc…

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Tea & Mortgage Podcast #23: Most common mortgage and home buying mistakes 22:08

6M ago22:08

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Tea & Mortgage w/ John Coleman, Ireland’s favourite mortgage broker would like to sit down with you to share a cup of tea and chat about the state of the mortgage and property market. In this episode, John Coleman talks about most common mortgage and home buying mistakes. After 20+ years in business helping people obtain a mortgage and buy homes, J…

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Move to the Netherlands! Visa’s, 30% Ruling, Contract negotiation and more with MoveToNL : Ep 38 1:06:29

6M ago1:06:29

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Mickelle welcomes Kris and Jelena the cofounders of MoveToNL, a company dedicated to making international relocations to the Netherlands smoother and less stressful. Kris, a Dutch legal professional with a background in law, and Jelena, a Serbian expat with firsthand experience of moving to the Netherlands, share their personal motivation, their lo…

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Personal Style and Authenticity Abroad | Ep 37 1:09:38

6M ago1:09:38

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Mickelle sits down with Jeanina Zgirie, a personal stylist with a unique perspective on blending fashion and place to help people evolve their personal style again and again, especially in times of transition. Originally from Romania, Jeanina shares her journey from a small town upbringing to building a career in Amsterdam, exploring how fashion be…

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Pets Abroad! | Ep 36 1:07:40

6M ago1:07:40

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Dr. Samantha Morici is an American veterinarian living in the heart of Amsterdam and is the founder of The Good Boys Club in Amsterdam. Her story of leaving everything she thought she ever wanted behind and choosing reinvention is a powerful one. Sami’s journey begins in New York. After years of veterinary training and specializing in animal oncolo…

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You Smell Gorgeous | Ep 35 1:04:12

6M ago1:04:12

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Franziska Josteit is the founder of Luisa Jo, a luxury perfume house known for its personalized approach to scent. Franziska shares her journey from the corporate world of fragrance to building her own perfume house. A decision that can be traced to a conversation with a woman on a train and a gift she gave a former boyfriend. Franziska is driven b…

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Living Life in Multiple Currencies: How to Stay on Track with your Lifetime Financial Planning as an International | Ep 34 50:25

7M ago50:25

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Rohit Nadhani, co-founder of Kubera, speaks with us today about the reasons behind starting Kubera (his 4th company) and how the platform helps global citizens manage their finances. Rohit explains that Kubera was born out of a personal need to track his complex financial portfolio, spread across various currencies and assets. Traditional financial…

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