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Expat Hour

69 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 32 ratings

On Expat Hour Podcast Austyn interviews expats living all over the world as they share their inspiring international stories, offer tips and resources for expats, and advise on how to find your expat community. Connect with people living in foreign countries and expand perspective while listening to these unique and insightful first hand perspectives. Stories of expat careers, expat teens, expat relationships, and everyday expat life provide intrigue for all ages and social groups. Enjoy!

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Nicole: Moving Abroad on a TIGHT Budget

December 23, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

Moving abroad on a corporate expat package with massive benefits? Piece of crumb cake. But what about taking the plunge alone and job searching when you get there…and learning the language at the same time? You’re not alone if the thought of that situation sends you sprinting in the opposite direction. Meet Nicole, the bravest (and most hard working) woman you’ll ever know. She mustered up the courage to leave America with a new Master’s Degree and a basic grasp of the German language to st...

Expat Entrepreneur, Stephanie: Connecting with Ideal Clients

November 26, 2020 09:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Today's guest is Stephanie Ward of Firefly Coaching. She is an American/Dutchie who has been living in the Netherlands for 22 years now! We talk all about her personal story and move into her professional work as a business and marketing mentor. We discuss: + Growing up in Tulsa, OK + A surprise love story that turns into a move abroad + Making a switch from the corporate world into entrepreneurship + The 3 ways to secure your ideal clients + How to connect authentically and meaningfully + ...

My Story: Moving Every 3-4 Years and Not Looking Back!

November 10, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

Oh boy. Here it is. My life story in an hour. I sit down with my husband, Dustin to talk about moving around a lot, living in the four corners of the United States and finally making a move abroad. We discuss: + How moving as a child influenced my personality and life skills + The turning point of living in New York City and what that meant for us + My original vision for my life and how my current reality is the exact OPPOSITE! + Our first international move: Opening Pandora's box My lif...

Dr. Anisha Abraham: Supporting Global Teens During Covid-19 Lockdown

April 22, 2020 20:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Dr. Anisha Abrahamis a pediatrician and teen health specialist based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. She was born to immigrant Indian parents and raised in Delaware, USA. She describes what it was like growing up as a minority and establishing her identity, taking pride in her cultural heritage while being raised in America. Shortly after meeting and marrying her German husband, Anisha along with their two very young children moved to Hong Kong for work. Their five years there were very impactf...

April & Jackson: American Expats Thriving in South Korea

April 09, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

How about this success story? April had never seen an escalator until high school and thought Starbucks was a fictional store only in movies due to her rural upbringing. And now, she can proudly say she's thriving in Korea as a teacher and entrepreneur! April and Jackson talk about growing up in the States and their plan to start a life together. They wanted more than giving their entire paychecks to living expenses in Southern CA. So they made a plan that would maximize saving money and g...

Comedian Greg Shapiro: "The American Netherlander" and Trump Impersonator

March 26, 2020 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

"America First, but can we just say The Netherlands Second!" is the phrase that put made Greg Shapiro go viral here in the Netherlands. He is the talented Donald Trump impersonator and comedian causing laughs now for 25 years! Today he's giving us a peek into the man behind the stage: His upbringing in Chicago, Illinois, how he ended up getting steady gigs in Amsterdam, and the unexpected twist of meeting a girl who changed his plans. Greg gives some insight on what it's like for an Americ...

Norm: A Baby Boomer Traveling Like A Millennial

March 11, 2020 23:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MB

Norm, from Travel Younger is on to something big. He is a baby boomer who traveled to Europe at the age of 62 and was wow'ed by the quality of life he saw there. He returned later with his girlfriend in a quest to experience more. At the end of that trip, they decided to jump in with two feet. They decided to sell all they owned and travel around the world, staying 4-6 weeks at a time in one place. That was over a year ago and they are still going strong. His message is to baby boomers ev...

Eddie: American Expat Teen being raised in Germany

February 27, 2020 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

Eddie is a Venezuelan American who relocated from Texas to Germany as a 9 year old. That was 6 years ago, and his life is now looks completely different! In this episode he talks about: + Attending a local German school and learning a new language + Embracing Integration + The main differences between the USA and Germany + His identity and sense of "home" + Life experiences that have impacted him in a major way Finally, he ends with some advice for both expat kids/teens and their parents...

BONUS: A Love Story for the Books

February 14, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

American photographer Carrie shares the story of her husband going to extremely great lengths to win her over. He wrote in his journal, "Should I really go through all of this just for a girl?" Short answer- he went through it. Find out if Carrie was impressed or not in this special bonus clip! Connect with Carrie Carrie's Photography site: CarrieStroudPhotography Photography instagram Carrie's personal instagram account ________________________________________________ Follow Expat Hour...

Expat Coffee Chat: Intercultural Love Stories from Around the World

February 13, 2020 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

In honor of Valentine's Day, my three guests share their stories happening at unexpected times and in surprising ways. I'm talking with: 1. Marianna from Hungary Marianna's instagram page Find her book, The Footloose Book here. 2. Denise from The Netherlands Denise's instagram page Denise's coaching website, The Happy Outlander 3. Cosette from America Cosette's instagram page ________________________________________________ Follow Expat Hour on instagram and facebook. Subscribe to ...

Mariam: "This Messy Mobile Life" Part 2

February 06, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Mariam continues her timeline of moving abroad to Singapore, Dubai and Ghana, where she currently resides. Mariam discusses writing her praiseworthy book, "This Messy Mobile Life" and offers us invaluable wisdom about thriving while living abroad. Mariam can be reached at her website www.andthenwemovedto.com where you can find her book as well as recent posts about her family's life. Find Mariam on facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Show notes for this episode can be found here.  ______...

Mariam: "This Messy Mobile Life." 7 countries, 7 Languages and Global Family Living, PART 1

January 30, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

Part 1 of my interview with Mariam Ottimofiore, author and seasoned expat of 15 years. She has lived in seven countries and fits every description of global life there is: She's an Adult Third Culture Kid in a Cross Culture Relationship, raising Multilingual, Multicultural Kids! During our interview, Mariam talks about: + Living in Bahrain, New York City and Pakistan as a child + Moving to Boston as a Muslim right after 9/11 + Studying abroad in Brighton and meeting her German/Italian husb...

29: Mari: Peruvian/American Author Relocates For Love

January 22, 2020 21:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

Mari is a Peruvian/American who faced the same difficult challenge as her mother— that is, meeting a special someone at work and having to choose to continue life as is or leave it all behind for love. We hear her mother’s story and how it influenced Mari in a major way and even set the stage for what she would face later on. Mari talks about spending summers in Peru, big dreams of becoming an author, taking the plunge to transfer jobs in a completely new language, and making a new country...

Mari: Peruvian/American Author Relocates For Love

January 22, 2020 21:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

Mari is a Peruvian/American who faced the same difficult challenge as her mother— that is, meeting a special someone at work and having to choose to continue life as is or leave it all behind for love. We hear her mother’s story and how it influenced Mari in a major way and even set the stage for what she would face later on. Mari talks about spending summers in Peru, big dreams of becoming an author, taking the plunge to transfer jobs in a completely new language, and making a new country...

Katie: American Expat in Austria

January 16, 2020 08:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

How are Americans like peaches and Austrians like coconuts? Katie explains this metaphor and more as she delves into Austrian culture with me. Katie is an American from Missouri with Russian and German heritage. As a young teenager she decided to study German in high school. That one simple choice put her on a path that would dramatically influence her life. In this episode we talk about her move to Austria to improve her German, and the rich culture she encountered. She talks about: + Th...

Solo Show: Top 3 Takeaways from 2019

January 09, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

OHHHH boy, the tables are turned today and I'm in the hot seat alone! My turn to be very vulnerable as I share important lessons I learned last year and how I've incorporated them into my current life. I talk about my work background in NYC, my first big failure after starting the podcast, and taking the first painful steps in reclaiming my sense of self after being a SAHM for almost a decade. Here are my top 3 takeaways: 1. The Law of Attraction (Influenced in part by Amy Porterfield) 2....

Expat Coffee Chat: Christmas Around the World

December 19, 2019 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Three International friends sit down together to share Christmas traditions from their home countries. Jessica is German/American, Olga is Dutch and Marta is Polish. We talk about Santa Claus, threats made to keep our children in line, and food. Oh my gosh, the FOOD! Lots of laughs in this light hearted cheery episode as we get in the Christmas spirit. Find show notes to this episode here.

25: Orhan, Hello Expat®: A Social Media Strategist Career Story

December 12, 2019 06:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

When Orhan was studying to be an architect, a twist of fate introduced him to sales and he quickly learned he had a natural gift. He took a bold leap of faith to apply for a job for which he was completely unqualified that ultimately paved the way for his future career. Later on, Orhan fell in love with the world of social media and what it could do for entrepreneurs and corporations. He educated himself on everything there was to learn and started his own businesses offering social media m...

Orhan, Hello Expat®: A Social Media Strategist Career Story

December 12, 2019 06:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

When Orhan was studying to be an architect, a twist of fate introduced him to sales and he quickly learned he had a natural gift. He took a bold leap of faith to apply for a job for which he was completely unqualified that ultimately paved the way for his future career. Later on, Orhan fell in love with the world of social media and what it could do for entrepreneurs and corporations. He educated himself on everything there was to learn and started his own businesses offering social media m...

Audrey, Expat in Amsterdam: Third Culture Kid Turned Expat Entrepreneur

December 01, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

 Audrey Mezas is the founder of Expat in Amsterdam and executive lifestyle manager. Not only does she have endless stories to tell of her fascinating life living in Tahiti, Australia, America, and the Netherlands, but she is also a successful business woman and entrepreneur.  After accomplishing her dreams of being a flight attendant and singer, She then built a brand and team of 60+ experts as part of her company helping expats, executives & VIPs get settled quickly in the Netherlands. B...

24: Audrey, Expat in Amsterdam: Third Culture Kid Turned Expat Entrepreneur

December 01, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

 Audrey Mezas is the founder of Expat in Amsterdam and executive lifestyle manager. Not only does she have endless stories to tell of her fascinating life living in Tahiti, Australia, America, and the Netherlands, but she is also a successful business woman and entrepreneur.  After accomplishing her dreams of being a flight attendant and singer, She then built a brand and team of 60+ experts as part of her company helping expats, executives & VIPs get settled quickly in the Netherlands. B...

23: Expat Coffee Chat, Thanksgiving Edition!

November 28, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

How do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving around the world? Three American guests share their tips and ideas of celebrating this and other holidays while living abroad. We are talking with: Rachael in Dubai Caitlin in Seattle (by way of the UK) Jodi in Brussels (by way of Japan, Dominican Republic, and Madagascar) We discuss favorite Thanksgiving memories, logistics of meal planning, and some good old fashioned turkey mishaps.

Expat Coffee Chat, Thanksgiving Edition!

November 28, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

How do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving around the world? Three American guests share their tips and ideas of celebrating this and other holidays while living abroad. We are talking with: Rachael in Dubai Caitlin in Seattle (by way of the UK) Jodi in Brussels (by way of Japan, Dominican Republic, and Madagascar) We discuss favorite Thanksgiving memories, logistics of meal planning, and some good old fashioned turkey mishaps.

Ruth: Expat Entrepreneur in Belgium, China and Holland

November 21, 2019 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Ruth and her family are from Antwerp, Belgium, a country with blended language and culture. A self motivated achiever, Ruth loved learning from an early age, especially languages. She speaks Dutch, French, German, English, Italian, and Mandarin. Wow. After graduating university, working for a major international company and having three children, Ruth branched out on her own as an entrepreneur consulting to a major diamond manufacturer. Life was beautiful...until her husband brought the new...

22: Ruth: Expat Entrepreneur in Belgium, China and Holland

November 21, 2019 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Ruth and her family are from Antwerp, Belgium, a country with blended language and culture. A self motivated achiever, Ruth loved learning from an early age, especially languages. She speaks Dutch, French, German, English, Italian, and Mandarin. Wow. After graduating university, working for a major international company and having three children, Ruth branched out on her own as an entrepreneur consulting to a major diamond manufacturer. Life was beautiful...until her husband brought the new...

Talu - True Awareness Coaching: Expat Life in Europe, America and Asia (Part 2)

November 14, 2019 08:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

We continue our interview with self-proclaimed "Global Happiness Coach" Talu (True Awareness Coaching) shares her fascinating life story. In this episode Talu discusses: + Moving to America and starting a family + Soul searching about her shifting roles + Moving to China as a family of 4 + New Career opportunities + Moving to Hamburg, Germany and finding her true purpose As one who has lived and traveled abroad, learned many languages, and adjusted to over 6 international moves, Talu is ...

21: Talu - True Awareness Coaching: Expat Life in Europe, America and Asia (Part 2)

November 14, 2019 08:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

We continue our interview with self-proclaimed "Global Happiness Coach" Talu (True Awareness Coaching) shares her fascinating life story. In this episode Talu discusses: + Moving to America and starting a family + Soul searching about her shifting roles + Moving to China as a family of 4 + New Career opportunities + Moving to Hamburg, Germany and finding her true purpose As one who has lived and traveled abroad, learned many languages, and adjusted to over 6 international moves, Talu is ...

20: Talu - True Awareness Coaching: Expat Life in Europe, America and Asia (Part 1)

November 07, 2019 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Self-proclaimed "Global Happiness Coach" Talu (True Awareness Coaching) shares her fascinating life story. Raised as a third culture kid in the UK, Talu's interest in culture and travel led to an international career in aviation management. After her first big move to Geneva, Switzerland, Talu married her husband, a German native raised in Japan. Together they started a new chapter as a family abroad, this time in Indonesia. A few years later, Germany came calling! At the end of part 1, ...

Talu - True Awareness Coaching: Expat Life in Europe, America and Asia (Part 1)

November 07, 2019 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Self-proclaimed "Global Happiness Coach" Talu (True Awareness Coaching) shares her fascinating life story. Raised as a third culture kid in the UK, Talu's interest in culture and travel led to an international career in aviation management. After her first big move to Geneva, Switzerland, Talu married her husband, a German native raised in Japan. Together they started a new chapter as a family abroad, this time in Indonesia. A few years later, Germany came calling! At the end of part 1, ...

James: Expat Teen in Qatar, Germany and The Netherlands

October 31, 2019 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

Expat Teen James talks about moving from the UK to Qatar as a young child and the dramatic difference between those two worlds. He talks about unique experiences with the culture and holidays abroad. He then discusses moving to a tiny town in Germany where he learns German and integrates with the local community. Not long after, the family moves to The Netherlands, where they currently reside. After getting settled in a new country, James then faces another transition--gender reassignment...

19: James: Expat Teen in Qatar, Germany and The Netherlands

October 31, 2019 09:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

Expat Teen James talks about moving from the UK to Qatar as a young child and the dramatic difference between those two worlds. He talks about unique experiences with the culture and holidays abroad. He then discusses moving to a tiny town in Germany where he learns German and integrates with the local community. Not long after, the family moves to The Netherlands, where they currently reside. After getting settled in a new country, James then faces another transition--gender reassignment...

18: Expat Coffee Chat: Three Americans Discuss Repatriation back to the USA: Kate, Annie, & Whitley

October 17, 2019 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Three of my dear friends join me in talking about repatriation back to the United States. We discuss what they were most looking forward to when heading back home, the things that have been a hard adjustment, moving "home without moving home," and much more. We take a dip into the comparison between public schools in America compared to International Schools in Europe, and how the kids ages 4-19 have adjusted. A fun, light hearted chat among friends offers advice and wisdom about living ab...

Expat Coffee Chat: Three Americans Discuss Repatriation back to the USA: Kate, Annie, & Whitley

October 17, 2019 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Three of my dear friends join me in talking about repatriation back to the United States. We discuss what they were most looking forward to when heading back home, the things that have been a hard adjustment, moving "home without moving home," and much more. We take a dip into the comparison between public schools in America compared to International Schools in Europe, and how the kids ages 4-19 have adjusted. A fun, light hearted chat among friends offers advice and wisdom about living ab...

Leila: American expat mom of 7! Life in Lebanon, Malta and Holland

October 03, 2019 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Leila is an inspiring woman who wears many hats. This daughter of middle eastern immigrants grew up in Southern California. She married her husband (also middle eastern) and a few years later they decided to connect with their roots. They moved the family to Lebanon, learned the language, started a business, and bonded as a family. Later on they lived in Malta off the Italian coast, and finally landed in the Netherlands. Leila shares her thoughts on expat life and the wisdom she has glean...

17: Leila: American expat mom of 7! Life in Lebanon, Malta and Holland

October 03, 2019 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Leila is an inspiring woman who wears many hats. This daughter of middle eastern immigrants grew up in Southern California. She married her husband (also middle eastern) and a few years later they decided to connect with their roots. They moved the family to Lebanon, learned the language, started a business, and bonded as a family. Later on they lived in Malta off the Italian coast, and finally landed in the Netherlands. Leila shares her thoughts on expat life and the wisdom she has glean...

BONUS: Patrick Speaks German

September 19, 2019 11:00 - 1 minute - 532 KB

Patrick gives a sample of the German Language

16: Patrick (Lifestyle Unleashed): German Expat in Canada on Finding your Truest Self

September 19, 2019 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

German expat Patrick Hesse from Lifestyle Unleashed shares his life story as well as his online business helping expats find their truest version of themselves. He discusses: + Early years in a small town in Germany pre-social media + Coming out to his family and friends as gay + Discovering his love of helping others and becoming an Occupational Therapist + Losing his father at an early age + Meeting his partner and relocating to Canada + Nuances of expat life abroad + Changing careers to...

Patrick (Lifestyle Unleashed): German Expat in Canada on Finding your Truest Self

September 19, 2019 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

German expat Patrick Hesse from Lifestyle Unleashed shares his life story as well as his online business helping expats find their truest version of themselves. He discusses: + Early years in a small town in Germany pre-social media + Coming out to his family and friends as gay + Discovering his love of helping others and becoming an Occupational Therapist + Losing his father at an early age + Meeting his partner and relocating to Canada + Nuances of expat life abroad + Changing careers to...

Hugo: From British Boarding School to Expat Entrepreneur

September 05, 2019 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Today I sit down with British native Hugo, who was born into a navy family. He moved around a bit as a child until he went off to boarding school in southern England at age 8. He tells the details of those experiences, and his gap year in Pakistan. He later moved to Amsterdam, first for his job, and then a second time years later for his wife's job. Hugo started a flower subscription business that didn't go as planned, but catapulted him into his next pursuit: Our Endeavour. He started th...

15: Hugo: From British Boarding School to Expat Entrepreneur

September 05, 2019 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Today I sit down with British native Hugo, who was born into a navy family. He moved around a bit as a child until he went off to boarding school in southern England at age 8. He tells the details of those experiences, and his gap year in Pakistan. He later moved to Amsterdam, first for his job, and then a second time years later for his wife's job. Hugo started a flower subscription business that didn't go as planned, but catapulted him into his next pursuit: Our Endeavour. He started th...

Kadri and Idil (Part 2): Turkish Expats in Dubai, USA and Holland

August 29, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MB

Part 2 of my interview with Kadri and Idil wherein they discuss: + Their first expat assignment from the US to Dubai + The difficult adjustment period of relocating + Repatriating back to America (their most difficult move yet). + Relationship tips for a strong partnership during expat challenges + Reflections on expat living and advice for anyone contemplating it. Bask in the wisdom of these two seasoned expats as they tell the rest of their story. Find show notes to Episode 13 and 14 h...

14: Kadri and Idil (Part 2): Turkish Expats in Dubai, USA and Holland

August 29, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MB

Part 2 of my interview with Kadri and Idil wherein they discuss: + Their first expat assignment from the US to Dubai + The difficult adjustment period of relocating + Repatriating back to America (their most difficult move yet). + Relationship tips for a strong partnership during expat challenges + Reflections on expat living and advice for anyone contemplating it. Bask in the wisdom of these two seasoned expats as they tell the rest of their story. Find show notes to Episode 13 and 14 h...

13: Kadri and Idil (Part 1): Turkish Expats in Corporate America

August 22, 2019 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Turkish couple Kadri and Idil share their success story of capturing the American Dream. They discuss: + Life and culture in Turkey + First exposures to other cultures and the desire to see more. + The struggle of gaining English proficiency with America being the end goal + Working hard to save enough money to attend MBA school in America + Adjusting to life in the USA They both go on to receive their MBAs while juggling work and becoming new parents to twins. Their story continues as th...

Kadri and Idil (Part 1): Turkish Expats in Corporate America

August 22, 2019 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Turkish couple Kadri and Idil share their success story of capturing the American Dream. They discuss: + Life and culture in Turkey + First exposures to other cultures and the desire to see more. + The struggle of gaining English proficiency with America being the end goal + Working hard to save enough money to attend MBA school in America + Adjusting to life in the USA They both go on to receive their MBAs while juggling work and becoming new parents to twins. Their story continues as th...

12: Tia: American Expat Teen in Lebanon, Malta and The Netherlands

August 15, 2019 06:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

American Expat Tia describes moving to Lebanon at age 6 and what it was like to integrate with the local culture including learning Arabic. She talks about adjusting to life in another country, making friends, and how her family grew closer together as a result of the move. After six years it was time for another move, this time to Malta. She talks about life as an expat there, studying at an all-girls school, and being an expat teenager. Tia had one final expat move at the age of sixteen, w...

Tia: American Expat Teen in Lebanon, Malta and The Netherlands

August 15, 2019 06:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

American Expat Tia describes moving to Lebanon at age 6 and what it was like to integrate with the local culture including learning Arabic. She talks about adjusting to life in another country, making friends, and how her family grew closer together as a result of the move. After six years it was time for another move, this time to Malta. She talks about life as an expat there, studying at an all-girls school, and being an expat teenager. Tia had one final expat move at the age of sixteen, w...

11: Linda: Danish Trailing Spouse Turned Expat Entrepreneur in Australia and Holland

August 08, 2019 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

Danish Expat Linda discusses culture and lifestyle in Denmark, including dating relationships, Hygge, weddings and work/life balance. After attending University in Copenhagen where she met her husband, the couple and their new baby relocated on their first expat assignment to Australia. Linda describes what a big adjustment that was for her and how she had to step way out of her comfort zone to build a community. The move sparked her desire to create a Scandinavian inspired clothing line for...

Linda: Danish Trailing Spouse Turned Expat Entrepreneur in Australia and Holland

August 08, 2019 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

Danish Expat Linda discusses culture and lifestyle in Denmark, including dating relationships, Hygge, weddings and work/life balance. After attending University in Copenhagen where she met her husband, the couple and their new baby relocated on their first expat assignment to Australia. Linda describes what a big adjustment that was for her and how she had to step way out of her comfort zone to build a community. The move sparked her desire to create a Scandinavian inspired clothing line for...

Belle & Vic,The Xpat Family. Trading Suburbia for Nomadic Family Travel

July 26, 2019 06:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Belle and Vic from The Xpat Family share the story of how they traded in suburbia for a life of nomadic family travel for three years now and counting. In this episode, Belle and Vic tell the story of meeting each other, settling down in a nice house and working 9-5. Everything was going well until one day they realized they were bored. In this episode, they discuss making that initial decision and all the logistics of their nomadic travel including: Making the jump from working 9-5 at corp...

10: Belle & Vic,The Xpat Family. Trading Suburbia for Nomadic Family Travel

July 26, 2019 06:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Belle and Vic from The Xpat Family share the story of how they traded in suburbia for a life of nomadic family travel for three years now and counting. In this episode, Belle and Vic tell the story of meeting each other, settling down in a nice house and working 9-5. Everything was going well until one day they realized they were bored. In this episode, they discuss making that initial decision and all the logistics of their nomadic travel including: Making the jump from working 9-5 at corp...

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