Digital Nomad Episodes
Oct. 18, 2022
The Expat Lifestyle and Cost of Living in Oaxaca, Mexico
How much does it cost to live in Mexico? Are expats ruining Oaxaca and Puerto Escondido? Solo traveling expat and entrepreneur, Vangile Makwakwa, reports back from her digital nomad home base on the Pacific Coast of Mexico.
Oct. 11, 2022
Getting a 2nd Passport and Living an Expat Lifestyle With Mikkel Thorup of the Expat Money Show
Have you ever considered getting a second passport or citizenship? Listen in as Kristin welcomes Mikkel Thorup, Host of The Expat Money Show, to explain how to get dual citizenship so you can live the expat life with more fr…
Oct. 4, 2022
Leaving Canada To Retire in Albania as a Solo Female Expat
After a divorce and moment of clarity, Canadian expat Karen Espig decided to make drastic changes in her life. She retired early and moved from Canada to Albania to lower her cost of living and pursue her love for art full-t…
Sept. 27, 2022
Leaving the US and Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa Is Finally Revealed
Why record numbers of Americans are leaving the US for Europe. Plus, Kristin’s thoughts on global immigration and details on Spain’s new digital nomad visa. Find out how you can live in Spain for up to five years. 🇪🇸
Sept. 20, 2022
From Blue Collar Worker to Becoming a Financially Free Digital Nomad
Kristin speaks with a self-made digital nomad who left his blue collar job in Canada to become a financially independent entrepreneur in Costa Rica. Learn how Andrew transitioned from working for the railroad and coast guard…
Sept. 13, 2022
Overcoming Reverse Culture Shock and Remote Work Burnout as an Expat and Digital Nomad
Charlotte Gray traded her corporate job and commute for an idyllic lifestyle as an expat in The Netherlands, working for Mercedes Benz. However, when she moved back home to London during the pandemic, she struggled to cope w…
Sept. 6, 2022
Living as an Expat in Portugal with Josh & Kalie of Expats Everywhere
Ever wondered what life in Portugal is like? Listen in as Kristin welcomes back Josh and Kalie from Expats Everywhere to talk about what it’s like to live in Portugal as a family of expats. Learn why they moved to Portugal, …
Aug. 9, 2022
Flash Sale + Loneliness Living in SE Asia (Part 2)
Welcome back to Part 2 of Kristin's conversation with Giang Cao, which left off last week while chatting about relationships and loneliness in Southeast Asia and as a long-term traveler.
Aug. 2, 2022
Being a Digital Nomad in Southeast Asia With Giang Cao From Vietnam
(UPDATED 8/8/22) How a graphic designer from Vietnam tripled her income by quitting her job to become a freelancer. Location-independent solo traveler Giang Cao sheds light on what life is like as a digital nomad in Southeas…
July 20, 2022
Planning Your Travel Itinerary and Getting Free Travel Using Credit Card Points
What are the best credit cards for travel? Is it worth signing up for all those airline loyalty programs? Find out how to get tens of thousands of dollars in free travel each year using American Express, Marriott, Delta, and…
July 12, 2022
Sailing the World as a Financial Trader and Family Man With Author Patrick Schulte
Hear how a financial trader from the US Midwest and his wife taught themselves to sail and RV the world with their kids. Kristin and guest, Patrick, banter about travel insurance, the cost and quality of medical care in Mexi…
July 5, 2022
How To Change Careers and Find Community Anywhere in the World With Patrick Farrell
If you've ever wanted to pivot in your career or work for yourself but were unsure about making a change in your life, this episode is for you. Kristin talks with her friend and fellow digital nomad, Patrick Farrell, about h…
June 29, 2022
International Travel, Medical, and Health Insurance Explained
What type of travel insurance should you get? Kristin explains the different types of trip insurance, what's covered, prices, and more. You get an overview of travel insurance options, credit card insurance, and learn the be…
June 14, 2022
What To Do With Your Cell Phone When Traveling Internationally
How can you use your phone in another country? What is the best way to make phone calls when abroad? Kristin answers listener questions about what to do with your cell phone when traveling. Plus, she answers questions about …
June 7, 2022
Traveling the World as a Surf Photographer with Jimmy Wilson
Kristin's brother, Jimmy, shares how he created a flexible, untraditional lifestyle that allows him to work from home, co-parent his daughter, and travel the world as a surf photographer.