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In this episode, you will listen to La'Nita, a previous guest (Guatemala, Episode 63) of the pod, as she updates us on her life! La'Nita talks about why she decided to cut her time short in Guatemala after initially extending it, the importance for her as a Black woman to be surrounded by others that look like her, and how she looks back fondly on her time in Guatemala. Finally, La'Nita describes how she learned self-love in solitude. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listen to Victoria, a previous guest (Dominican Republic, Episode 6) of the pod, as she fills us in on her life! Victoria discusses why she decided to leave DR and move to the snowy alps of Switzerland, how she found love and got married, and why she turned down her dream job. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Happy New Year! In this episode, you will listen to Kiara, a previous guest (France, Episode 74), as she reflects on her experience in France and life back in the U.S! She talks about why she left France and ended up in Washington, D.C. Also, Kiara discusses reverse culture shock, recalls memorable moments from her last few weeks and months in France, and what she looks forward to in the future. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please leave a review/subscribe to Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listening to me talk about my journey into recently obtaining a Master's degree in International Education! I discuss the ups and downs of this 2-year process, why I decided to pursue a Master's, what I researched, and how this podcast enabled me to fuel a passion of mine, which led to academic success. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please leave a review/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listening to Cepee, who talks about how to move abroad after 30! Cepee, who has been living abroad in Spain for the past 5 years, talks about "She Hit Refresh," an online community she created for women over 30 who want to live abroad. "She Hit Refresh" now has over 10,000 members and continues to grow! Cepee also provides insight into the different types of visas you can apply for in Europe, and the countries with the easiest and hardest visa processes. Finally, she explains why it's important to "hit refresh" more than once in life. Hope you enjoy! Cepee has been featured on Forbes and has written a book titled "I'm Outta Here! An American's Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe". Links are below! Forbes article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/laurabegleybloom/2021/01/28/leave-america-how-to-move-to-europe-its-easier-than-you-think/?sh=6af080346d9d Book: https://shehitrefresh.com/move-to-europe-book/ If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will listen to Jessica, who is living abroad in Norway! Jessica describes how as a child, she imagined herself traveling to Norway in the future. Fast forward to the present day! Jessica has been traveling back and forth to Norway for the past 8 years and tells us why she finally decided to call Norway home. Jessica also discusses reimagining her connection with Norway after the end of her relationship and what she learned from that experience. Finally, she discusses what she wants to accomplish in her new home. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will listen to Abu Samra, who is living abroad in Egypt! Abu Samra, originally from the UK, describes what it was like growing up in London as a son of Eritrean immigrant parents. Also, he talks about how his love for karate brought him to Egypt and how his African heritage and Muslim faith have helped his integration. He also discusses the culture shock he's experienced in the past 6 years and his love for the Egyptian people. Finally, he discusses what the future has in store for him. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify and any of your favorite streaming platforms. Also, make sure to follow Abu Samra's Youtube page: Abu Samra The Expat. https://www.youtube.com/c/AbuSamra88

In this episode, you will listen to Tisha, who is living abroad in Panama! Tisha is originally from Brooklyn, New York (whoop whoop!), and she describes what life is like in Panama as someone of Panamanian descent. Also, she talks about the term "expat" and the dynamics between locals and expats, and the changes she has noticed in the past 16 years since she moved there. Lastly, Tisha talks about what she envisions for herself after she leaves the education sector. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will listen to Sue, who is living abroad in Hungary! Sue is originally from Brooklyn, NY (whoop whoop!), and she describes how she ended up in Budapest, Hungary, after various stops in Europe. She also discusses the good, bad, & ugly of living in Hungary as a Black woman and how she found love in an unlikely place. Finally, Sue talks about how she finds joy when times are rough and why this journey in Hungary is coming to a close. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please leave a review/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

HELLO, BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE! I'VE AWAKENED FROM MY SLUMBER! In this episode, I discuss what I did this summer, such as turning 32(!), traveling, working on my master's (which I will finish in 3 weeks!), and a whole bunch of other related (and unrelated, let's be honest) stuff I felt like sharing with ya! Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any other of your favorite streaming platforms.

It's been a MINUTE! In this episode, you will be listening to me discuss what's next in this living abroad life. Am I staying in Costa Rica? Am I going back to NYC? Am I moving elsewhere?! Tune in to find out! Also, I explain my hiatus and what I want out of this podcast moving forward. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listening to me talk about my trip to Panama! I discuss why I decided to go to Panama, what aspects I loved the most, and the interesting social dynamics of being one of a few (if not the only) tourists of color. Finally, I discuss why I felt more Costa Rican on this trip than ever before. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, you will be listening to Audra, who is living abroad in Hong Kong! Audra is a fellow New Yorker (whoop whoop!), and she describes why Hong Kong is now home, how her solo traveling (she has been to 76 countries!) empowered her to move abroad, and why she left behind corporate banking to follow her passion in fashion. Lastly, Audra tells us about her LOVE acronym and how she uses it to live a purpose-filled life. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will listen to Tanisha, a psychologist, afro-feminist activist, and researcher on organizational diversity and inclusion strategies here in Costa Rica! She discusses the African diaspora history in Costa Rica and the challenges people faced generations ago and today. Also, what it's like to be the daughter of the current Vice-President of Costa Rica (the first Black vice-president elected in Costa Rica's history!)and her mom's influence. Tanisha also discusses what progress she hopes to see in the near future for Afro-descendants and why diversity and inclusion matter to all people. Hope you enjoy! Tanisha Swaby is a co-founder of the Black Lives Matter movement in Costa Rica and a member of the board of directors of the Afro-Costa Rican Women's Center, an NGO that has been dedicated to promoting the human rights of Afro-descendant people in Latin America for over 25 years. She has been a lecturer on anti-racism and intersectionality in multiple academic, institutional and political advocacy forums at the local and international levels, including the University of Costa Rica and Texas A&M University. She is also a seasoned conference producer, having developed international programs addressing talent management and inclusion best practices.

In this episode, you will listen to Julio & Hannah, who are living abroad in Brazil! They discuss why they decided to leave Costa Rica (where I met them and became good friends)to go to Brazil, what it's like to raise their 1st child and their impressions of Brazilian culture. Lastly, they each describe what they want from this current stop abroad. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please leave a review/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listening to Ina, who is living abroad in China! Ina discusses what it's like growing up as a Third Culture Kid (TCK), which has spent significant time outside of their parent's culture and lived a considerable amount of time outside the country in which they were born. Ina gives us great insight on the complexities around being a TCK, how she dealt with moving from country to country every few years as a child (she has lived in 5 different continents!), the advantages and disadvantages of the lifestyle, and why identifying "home" is difficult. Finally, she talks bout how being a TCK has shaped her into the person she is today. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please leave a review/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, or any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listening to Travis & David, hosts of Café con Leche Travels! Travis & David discuss why they decided to move to Mérida, Mexico, and what it's like being an interracial gay couple there. Also, they give you some tips on vlogging, changes they have noticed in each other (as well as pet peeves! lol), and finally, what they want most from this experience. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

Happy New Year! In this episode, you will be listening to me discuss my 2021 holiday travels! I talk about how my Plan A was to go to Aruba for NYE--that didn't happen. My Plan B was France--that also didn't happen, and to top it all off, I got the Rona while in New York! Don't miss this fun(?) filled tale of trips that didn't happen lol, and what I'm grateful for at the end of it all. Enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any other of your favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listening to Brittney, who is living abroad in Kenya! Brittney describes how she initially accepted a job offer and almost got cold feet. She also talks about the unique challenges as a Black woman working in a school where students and colleagues are predominately White. Also, Brittney describes the privileges she is afforded as an expat and teacher abroad. Hope you enjoy this early holiday gift from me to you! If you like what you hear, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any other of your favorite streaming platforms.

In this episode, you will be listening to Phoebe, who is living abroad in Singapore! Phoebe is originally from Hong Kong, and she describes what life is like growing up there, including some insight into the recent protests. Also, she discusses the excellent standard of living for foreigners/expats in Singapore, some of the restrictive laws that one must get accustomed to (such as no chewing gum!), and why you should (and shouldn't) move abroad to Singapore. Hope you enjoy! If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.