Best Truly Expat Lifestyle Blog by Paula Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 71: Expats Worldwide: Discovering Sicily: Laura Burns on Finding Home in Italy 54:12

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Send us a text Living the Expat Dream in Sicily: An Interview with Laura Burns In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel welcome Laura Burns, a TikTok sensation known for her insights on living as an expat in Sicily. Laura shares her journey from California to Sicily, discussing the inspiration, challenges, and cultural adj…

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Episode 70: Expats Worldwide: Mountain Highs and Desert Lows: Julie Lewis' Expat Journey 49:59

3h ago49:59

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Send us a text Trailblazing in the Middle East: Julie Lewis' Expat Journey and Adventures In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel welcome Julie Lewis, a professional speaker, seasoned explorer, bestselling author, and founder of Mountain High, the first female-led expedition company in the Middle East. Julie shares her in…

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Episode 69: Expats Worldwide: Navigating Repatriation: Liz's Life After Hong Kong 35:20

7d ago35:20

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Send us a text Navigating Repatriation: Liz Nettleton's Journey Back to Australia In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, Paula and Rachel sit down with Liz Nettleton to discuss her return to Australia after living in Hong Kong for 17 years. Liz shares her experiences of repatriating during the COVID-19 pandemic, including dealing with family c…

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Episode 68: Expats Worldwide: Living the Dream: Tips for Expats in NYC from Lee Hanson 44:42

14d ago44:42

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Send us a text Navigating NYC as an Expat: Insights from Real Estate Broker Lee Hanson In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula sit down with Lee Hanson, a New Zealand native and real estate broker in New York City. Lee shares her unique journey from winning a green card lottery to moving to NYC and provides crucial tips a…

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Episode 67: Expats Worldwide: Expert Tips for Managing Expat Divorce Finances with Sherryn Hancock 39:28

21d ago39:28

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Send us a text Navigating the Financial Complexities of Expat Divorces with Sherryn Hancock In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, host interviews Sherryn Hancock, a CPA with over 30 years of experience, specializing in financial matters related to expat divorces. Sherryn discusses her journey of moving to Hong Kong, the unique challenges and …

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Episode 66: Expats Worldwide: The Expat's Guide to Portugal with Josh from Expats Everywhere 48:43

29d ago48:43

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Send us a text Navigating Life Abroad: Insights from Expats Everywhere's Josh on Moving to Portugal In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula are joined by Josh from Expats Everywhere, a platform assisting people in navigating life abroad. Josh shares his expat journey that began in Spain and led to Portugal, providing insi…

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Episode 65: Expats Worldwide: From Alabama to Yucatán: A First-Hand Expat Experience in Mexico 47:20

1M ago47:20

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Send us a text Exploring Expat Life in Mexico with Jen from Expatsi In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula talk with Jen from Expatsi about her experience living as an expat in Mexico. Jen shares her journey from Alabama to Merida, Yucatan, detailing the factors that influenced her decision, including the cost of living,…

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Episode 64: Expat's Worldwide: Singapore to Madeira: An Expat's Guide to Island Living 45:56

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Send us a text In this Truly Expat Podcast episode, hosts Paula and Rachel talk with Sophian about his experience living in Madeira, Portugal. They explore various aspects of expat life, including the cost of living, local culture, transportation, visas, and retiring in Madeira. Sophian shares his journey from moving to Lisbon in 2020 during the pa…

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Episode 63: Expat Health: Island Living to Singapore Striving: Elika’s Energy Coaching Chronicles 45:33

2M ago45:33

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Send us a text Exploring Energy Coaching and Optimization with Elika Katasker In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel talk to Elika Tasker from The Health Concierge about energy coaching and its benefits. Elika shares her journey of moving to Singapore and transitioning from a corporate career to becoming an Energy Optimizati…

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Episode 62: Expat Health: The Overlooked Change: Male Hormones and Aging Part II 25:01

2M ago25:01

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Send us a text Navigating Andropause: Expert Insights from Dr. Caroline Lowe In this episode of Truly Expat, host welcomes back listeners for part two of the discussion on andropause with Dr. Caroline Lowe, a specialist from Singapore. The episode delves into the challenges men face during andropause, including reduced libido and hormonal changes, …

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Episode 61: Expat Health: The Overlooked Change: Male Hormones and Ageing 29:02

2M ago29:02

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Send us a text Understanding Male Menopause: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula delve into the rarely discussed topic of men's hormones with Dr Caroline Low, a family physician in Singapore specialising in hormone health and proactive ageing. The discussion covers the insidious nature of ho…

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Episode 60: The Expat Toolkit: Singapore Visas: What You Need to Know Part II 32:47

3M ago32:47

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Send us a text Navigating Singapore Visas for Startups and Dependent Pass Holders In the second part of the Singapore visas series, the discussion focuses on the role of agencies in assisting with visa applications, especially for startups and small businesses without internal HR departments. The interview covers the importance of agencies for navi…

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Episode 59: The Expat Toolkit: Singapore Visas: What You Need to Know Part I 30:58

3M ago30:58

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Send us a text Navigating Employment Passes in Singapore: Insights with Jennifer Yarbrough In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel discuss the complexities of Singapore's employment visas with Jennifer Yarbrough, Managing Director of White Glove Helper Services. They cover various visa types such as Employment Passes, Per…

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Episode 58: Celebrating Singapore: Smash Hit: How Padel and Pickleball are Winning Singapore Over 38:13

3M ago38:13

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Send us a text The Surge of Pickleball and Padel in Singapore with Chris Mullins In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, host Paula is joined by Rachel and Chris Mullins from MBP to explore the rising popularity of Pickleball and Padelball in Singapore. They discuss the growth of these sports, insights into the communities forming around them, …

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Episode 57: Expanding Horizons: From Singapore to the World 9:05

3M ago9:05

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Send us a text Let's Go Global: Beyond the Singapore Expat Experience In this episode of the Truly Ex Pat podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula introduce their newly expanded format. Originally focused on expat life in Singapore, the podcast will now cover expat experiences worldwide. They highlight upcoming topics such as retirement, repatriation, and l…

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Episode 56: Expat Tookit: From Disasters to Success: Mastering the Art of Hiring Helpers 54:28

4M ago54:28

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Send us a text Show notes Navigating Helper Hiring in Singapore: Insights from White Glove Helper Services In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula interview Jennifer Yarbrough, Founder and Managing Director of White Glove Helper Services. Jennifer shares her experiences and challenges in hiring helpers in Singapore, which…

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Episode 55: Celebrating Singapore: Revenge with a Purpose: Author Hidayah Amin’s Story PART II 34:57

4M ago34:57

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Send us a text Resilience in Publishing: The Story of Hidayah Amin and Helang Books In this episode, Hidayah Amin shares her journey of resilience and passion in setting up her own publishing house, Helang Books, after facing rejection from traditional publishers. She explains her inspiration behind the name 'Helang', which means eagle in Malay, re…

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Episode 54: Celebrating Singapore: Revenge with a Purpose: Author Hidayah Amin’s Story PART I 29:34

4M ago29:34

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Send us a text Preserving Heritage Against All Odds: Hidayah Amin's Journey In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula talk with Hidayah Amin, also known as CheekyDa. Hidayah, an award-winning author born in the historic Gedung Kuning in Singapore's Kampong Gelam area, shares insights into her life story and her work to pres…

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Episode 53: Expat Tool Kit: The Story of Expat Living with editor Rebecca Bissett 34:40

4M ago34:40

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Send us a text Exploring the Expat Life in Singapore with Rebecca Bissett In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel delve into the dynamic world of expatriate life in Singapore with guest Rebecca Bissett, Editor in Chief of Expat Living Publications. Rebecca shares her personal journey of moving to Singapore, her role in sh…

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Episode 52: Celebrating Singapore: The Thaipusam Experience with Bianca Polak 27:27

4M ago27:27

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Send us a text Exploring the Thaipusam Festival in Singapore with Bianca Polak In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, Paula and Rachel are joined by Bianca Polak to discuss the rich cultural history of Singapore, focusing on the vibrant Thaipusam Festival. Bianca shares her personal journey of moving from the Netherlands to Singapore, her expe…

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Year-End Wishes from the Truly Expat Podcast 1:17

5M ago1:17

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Send us a text Year-End Thank You and Holiday Wishes from Truly Expat Podcast In this heartfelt end-of-year message, Paula and Rachel from the Truly Expat Podcast thank listeners for their support throughout the year. They reflect on connecting with the audience through various stories, laughter, and inspiration. The hosts wish everyone a Merry Chr…

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Episode 51: The Birth of Truly Expat: A Year in Reflection 14:39

5M ago14:39

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Send us a text A Year of Truly Expat Podcast: Our Journey and Evolution Hosts Paula and Rachel celebrate the first anniversary of the Truly Expat Podcast by sharing the story behind its inception and discussing the diverse range of topics they cover. They delve into their motivations, the podcast's evolution, and the unique elements that distinguis…

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Episode 50: The Expat Toolkit: From Passion to Profession: The Binary Style Story 40:33

6M ago40:33

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Send us a text Binary Style: Merging Architecture and Art in Singapore In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, cohosts Rachel and Paula interview Santhi and Sari Tunas, the twin sisters behind Binary Style. The architects-turned-entrepreneurs discuss their journey from Indonesia to Singapore, their educational background in architecture, and th…

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Episode 49: The Expat Toolkit: Crafting a Business: Arzelle's Path from Passionate Sewist to Entrepreneur 41:25

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Send us a text In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel sit down with Arzelle van der Merwe, a passionate fashion designer and sewing expert, to discuss her inspiring journey from early childhood sewing to lecturing in Singapore and launching her own business. Arzelle shares how her love for sewing began, her transition from f…

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Episode 48: The Expat Tool Kit: PrimeTime: Build your Community of Professional Women in Singapore 31:19

6M ago31:19

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Send us a text Empowering Women in Singapore: An Insight into PrimeTime with Esther Benshop and Soumya Pandey In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula interview Esther Benshop, President, and Saumya Pandey, Marketing Director of PrimeTime, a professional and business women's association in Singapore. They discuss PrimeTime…

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Episode 47: Celebrating Singapore: Uncovering Singapore's Past: A Talk with Josephine Chia 49:19

6M ago49:19

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Send us a text A Journey Through Singapore's History and Heritage with Author Josephine Chia In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula welcome renowned author Josephine Chia, who delves into her rich background of growing up in Singapore's Kampong Potong Pasir. She shares vivid memories of living in a village, the transitio…

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Episode 46: The Family Edit: Unlocking Global Education Opportunities with Joanne Gao of Crimson Education 42:36

7M ago42:36

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel interview Joanne Gao, the Country Manager for Crimson Education in Singapore and the Philippines. Joanne shares her extensive experience helping over 1,000 families secure admissions to top universities like Oxford, Cambridge, and Ivy League schools. She discusses the…

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Episode 45: Volunteer Singapore: Behind the Scenes: Advocating for Singapore's Migrant Workers 45:45

7M ago45:45

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Send us a text Advocating for Migrant Workers with Debbie from TWC2 In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, Paula and Rachel host Debbie, the president of Transient Workers Count Two (TWC2). Debbie shares her journey to Singapore and discusses TWC2's mission to advocate for the rights and well-being of migrant workers. The conversation covers t…

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Episode 44: Celebrating Singapore: Live from a Hawker Center: Paula, Rachel and Andy on Singapore's Food Scene 39:23

7M ago39:23

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Send us a text Discovering Singapore's Hawker Centres: Tradition, Transformation, and Tasty Delights In this episode, Paula and Rachel reunite with Andy Lam to explore Singapore's vibrant hawker centre culture. They take an in-depth look at the history and modern evolution of these centres, highlighting features like innovative tray return systems,…

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Episode 43: The Expat Health Edit: Breaking the Stigma: A Journey of Mental Health Advocacy with Andrea McKenna Branken 30:02

7M ago30:02

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Send us a text An Expat's Journey: Advocating for Mental Health with Andrea McKenna Brankin In this episode of Truly Ex-pat Podcast, host Paula engages with Andrea McKenna Branken, a journalist, author, and mental health advocate. They explore Andrea's background, her journey with bipolar disorder, and her advocacy work. The conversation delves int…

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Episode 42: Exploring Cultural Heritage with Chan: From Animal Welfare to Immersive Tours 23:56

8M ago23:56

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Send us a text Exploring Cultural Heritage with Chan: From Animal Welfare to Immersive Tours In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, host Paula and co-host Rachel welcome back Chan, an expert with a diverse background in animal welfare and cultural heritage. Chan shares his journey of becoming a tour guide, fueled by his extensive research on t…

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Episode 41: The Expat Health Edit: Understanding Neurodivergence: Jo Brownlow's Holistic Approach to Children's Health in Singapore 29:44

8M ago29:44

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel welcome back Jo Brownlow, a functional medicine health coach. Jo shares her personal journey and expertise in supporting children with early neurodivergent symptoms such as ADHD, dyslexia, and autism. She discusses the importance of understanding children's gut health…

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Episode 40: Finding your Tribe: Lisa at Sixcomms interviews Paula & Rachel 37:28

8M ago37:28

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Send us a text Get in touch with Lisa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sixcomms_podcast Website: https://www.sixcomms.org/ Email: [email protected] Join us for a Walk & Talk: https://www.sixcomms.org/upcomingevents Thanks for tuning in to our latest episode. Subscribe for more valuable insights an…

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Episode 39: Volunteer Singapore: Empowering Animal Rescues: Chan's Journey with the Animal Human Alliance 34:22

8M ago34:22

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Send us a text Caring for Cats: The Story of Animal Human Alliance with Chan In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, Paula and Rachel converse with Chan, the founder of Animal Human Alliance (AHA). Chan shares his journey from an aspiring PhD student to an animal welfare advocate. He explains how a personal situation led him to start AHA, focus…

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Episode 38: The Expat Health Edit: Holistic Healing for Autoimmune Conditions in Singapore: Insights from Jo Brownlow 42:56

8M ago42:56

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Send us a text In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, Paula and Rachel interview Jo Brownlow, a leading functional medicine health coach, to discuss Hashimoto's disease. Jo shares her expertise on this autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland, outlining the symptoms, diagnosis, and holistic management approaches. Key …

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Episode 37: Finding Your Tribe on Two Wheels: Insights from ANZA Cycling's Sarah Zhang 28:35

9M ago28:35

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Send us a text Exploring ANZA Cycling: Community, Safety, and Enthusiasm with Sarah Zhang In this episode, Sarah Zhang, the new events director for ANZA Cycling, shares her journey as an expat and her involvement with the cycling community in Singapore. Highlights include her background, her experience joining ANZA during the pandemic, and the supp…

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Episode 36: The Expat Tookit: Expat Business in a Bag: Mangla's Guide to Thriving Abroad 34:51

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula explore the diverse experiences of expat life in Singapore with their inspiring guest, Mangla. As a third culture kid raising her own TCKs, Mangla is also a successful entrepreneur who co-founded a t-shirt printing company and launched 'Expat Business in a Bag,' a pla…

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Episode 35: Celebrating Singapore: Exploring Nature, Culture, and Sustainability: A Conversation with The Sundowner Co-Founder Candice 35:31

9M ago35:31

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Send us a text Exploring Nature, Culture, and Sustainability: A Conversation with The Sundowner Co-Founder Candice In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula chat with Candice, co-founder of The Sundowner, a nature experience center in Siglap, Singapore. Candice shares the inspiration behind their diverse workshops, ranging from…

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Episode 34: The Family Edit: Pet Life in Singapore: Insights and Tips from Expats 54:28

9M ago54:28

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel discuss comprehensive tips and personal stories about living abroad with pets, featuring guests Mark from Barkberry Manor and Anya, a dog owner in Singapore. Topics include transporting pets internationally, handling pet vaccinations, navigating pet-friendly spots in …

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Episode 33: The Family Edit: Balancing Expat Life and Ageing Parent Care 31:55

10M ago31:55

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel discuss the challenges ex-pats face when caring for ageing parents from afar. Joined by a panel of expats, including Urmila, Laila, and Maria, they share personal experiences, strategies, and practical tips on maintaining connections and providing support. The convers…

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Episode 32: Finding Your Tribe: Should I join a club in Singapore? A Look at the Singapore Cricket Club 36:05

10M ago36:05

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Send us a text Finding Your Community at the Singapore Cricket Club In this episode, Paula and Rachel are joined by Joanna, a committee member from the Singapore Cricket Club. They discuss how expatriates and locals can find their tribe and build connections within the vibrant community of Singapore. Joanna shares her journey from the U.S. to Singa…

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Episode 31: The Expat Health Edit: Hormone Health and Proactive Ageing with Dr. Caroline Low - Part II 31:57

11M ago31:57

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Send us a text Understanding Hormone Health: A Conversation with Dr. Caroline Low In this episode, the hosts announce a brief hiatus for the month of July to recharge and brainstorm new content ideas. The show continues with the second part of an insightful discussion on hormone health with Dr. Caroline Low. Key topics include the role of estrogen …

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Episode 30: The Expat Health Edit: Hormone Health and Proactive Ageing with Dr. Caroline Low - Part I 21:26

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Send us a text Navigating Hormonal Health with Dr. Caroline Low: Part 1 In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula & Rachel welcome Dr Caroline Low, a family physician with a special interest in hormone health and proactive ageing. Dr. Low discusses the complexity of hormonal imbalances, the difference between perimenopause and menopause, …

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Episode 29: The Expat Family Edit: Should I send my child to boarding school? Part II 31:17

12M ago31:17

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Send us a text In part II of this episode about boarding schools of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel talk to Mel from Australia, who shares her experience of sending her son to boarding school in New Zealand. They discuss the challenges and benefits of maintaining a strong parent-child connection through technology and quality time. Late…

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Episode 28: The Expat Family Edit: Should I send my child to boarding school? Part I 42:00

12M ago42:00

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula discuss the topic of sending children to boarding schools as expats. They are joined by guest Melissa Johnston, who discusses her personal experiences and challenges related to her son, Charlie, attending boarding school in New Zealand. Melissa shares the factors infl…

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Episode 27: The Expat Family Edit: Third Culture Kids: The Worldly Advantages Part II 21:10

1y ago21:10

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Send us a text In this episode of the 'Truly Expat Podcast', Third Culture Kids (TCKs) is explored with guests Maria, Laila, and Umila sharing their experiences and insights. The discussion covers the unique opportunities TCKs have, such as increased open-mindedness and resilience from living in multiple countries, and the challenges they face, lik…

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Episode 26: The Expat Family Edit: Third Culture Kids: Insights and Experiences - Part I 37:42

1y ago37:42

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel and clinical psychologist Sophie Dunstone discuss the experiences and challenges of Third Culture Kids (TCKs). They explore the definition of TCKs, their multicultural upbringings, and the impact this has on their lives. The conversation touches on TCKs’ different exp…

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Episode 25: The Expat Toolkit: Navigating International Moves with Classic Moving 1:05:16

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Send us a text Navigating International Moves: Insights from Expats In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula welcome Dan, the General Manager of Classic Moving, to share his expertise on relocating to Singapore and abroad. Dan discusses his expat journey, the inception and approach of Classic Moving, and offers detailed ad…

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Episode 24: Expat Health Hub: The Power of Walking and Talking 43:11

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Send us a text In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel sit down with Lisa Partridge, the founder of Sixcoms, to discuss the impactful Walk and Talk concept. Originating from Lisa's life-changing move from the UK to Singapore, the innovative community activity encourages people to connect deeply through walking together in…

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Episode 23: Celebrating Singapore: The Dragon Boat Festival 34:11

1y ago34:11

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Send us a text In this episode, hosts Paula and Rachel invite Andreas, the president of Austchamp Paddle Club, to discuss the customs, history, and excitement surrounding Singapore's Dragon Boat Festival in June. Andreas shares fascinating insights into the ancient origins of dragon boating, linked to the tale of a Chinese poet's sacrifice and the …

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