Expat Lifestyles Episodes

"A Season for Adventure: Steve Hoffman Show Notes: Join us for an inspiring and fun conversation with Steve Hoffman, a James Beard award winner for food writing whose life story spans continents and careers. In this episode, we explore Steve's fascinating background as an author, tax preparer, and distinguished food writer. We delve into the Hoffman family's serendipitous move to Languedoc, France, which evolved from a planned semester-long stay into an extended adventure. Steve ...

Exploring the Benefits of Identity, Diversity & Global Heartedness! 🌍 Embracing Diversity and Cultural Adaptability 🌈 Join host Doreen Cumberford as she explores the transformative power of multicultural experiences with guest Kristen Rudberg. From Guyana to Pakistan to the United States, this episode dives deep into the challenges and rewards of a globally-minded life. In this episode, you'll discover: 🌟 The Superpower of Cultural Adaptability Growing up across continents, Kristen ...

🎙️ Dive into the Latest Episode of Nomadic Diaries with Sylvia Thiesen! 🌎 In our latest podcast episode we were honored to host the incredible Sylvia Thiesen. Sylvia, is a seasoned coach, therapist, and multi-cultured traveler. 🔑 Key Takeaways Embracing the Small Steps Prepares us for Big Leaps Be bold. Start with manageable challenges like dining alone without distractions. It’s all about building confidence one step at a time. Infinite Opportunities Inside Travel Harnessing the power ...

Vashti Kanahele - On Navigating Mental Health, Community, and Global Adventures Join Doreen Cumberford as she engages in a heartfelt conversation with Vashti Kanahele about the mental health challenges and triumphs encountered during her international journey. Vashti opens up about her experiences as an expat, particularly focusing on the impact of frequent moves on her family's well-being and the invaluable support systems that sustained her. Mental Health Awareness and Telehealth T...

When the Unexpected Strikes: Sarah's Resilient Journey as an Expat Mom In this deeply moving episode, host Doreen Cumberford sits down with Sarah Deschamps, a remarkable woman who faced one of the most daunting challenges an expat parent can encounter – navigating a critical medical situation for her child in a foreign country. Prepare to be inspired by Sarah's resilience, vulnerability, and the profound lessons she learned along the way. A Mother's Commitment Sarah shares the gripping sto...

-Embracing Cultural Diversity: In this insightful episode, Chris Shawnessy, a seasoned cross-cultural expert, takes us on an enriching exploration of understanding and navigating the nuances of cultural diversity. Brace yourself for thought-provoking anecdotes, practical wisdom, and a refreshing dose of humor. The Open Lens Chris emphasizes the importance of being open to different perspectives and embracing new routines as a means to expand one's worldview. Unwritten Rules From queuing etiquett...

What keeps you anchored when your address keeps changing? Author and holistic coach Nikki Cornfield reflects on raising third culture kids across cultures, holding onto herself through repeated moves, and how writing her memoir, The Soul’s Compass, A Traveller’s Way Home, turned private healing into a story she could finally own. She also shares why yoga became her portable sanctuary, a practice that travels as well as she does. For settled expats and perpetual nomads alike, this is a conversation about finding your inner compass and learning to trust it.

Conversations with EXPAT Writers While taking time off for a few days to enjoy a family wedding, Doreen recorded a review episode. Over the last two months, Nomadic Diaries has interviewed and recorded the following authors. - Camilla Quintana: Author of "The Empowered Expat Woman: Your A to Z Guide to Thriving Wherever You Are" https://www.camillaquintana.com https://www.amazon.com/Empowered-Expat-Woman-Z-Thriving-ebook/dp/B0CZ184X9J/ Camilla talked about expat fatigue, what i...

Finding Home Within While Abroad! 🌍 Nomadic Diaries Takes You on a Fascinating Journey Into the Life of a Multicultural Maven! In this globetrotting episode, get ready to embark on an adventure with Wiebke Homburg - intercultural trainer, coach extraordinaire, and the author of "Finding Home Within". Brace yourself for stories spanning multiple continents and a whirlwind of cultural experiences! 🗝️ Key Highlights: ✈️ Wiebke's nomadic trail: From Belgium to the USA, Spain, Chile, Mexico...

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, titled Expat Families - Surviving Alone Overseas, Rhoda Bangerter and Doreen Cumberford delve into the emotional and logistical complexities faced by expats and split families living abroad. Rhoda shares her firsthand experiences tackling the challenges of maintaining stability and coherence in family life while being separated from her husband by vast distances because of work commitments. Here are three of the top strategies for managing such situations: ...

In this episode we explore the various factors that contribute to expat fatigue, including cultural adjustments, language barriers, and the emotional toll of being far from loved ones. Hear personal anecdotes from Doreen’s experiences and Camila’s expert insights on navigating the rocky waters of expat life. Discover actionable strategies and tips to combat expat fatigue and reinvigorate your expat journey. Key Takeaways: 1. Understanding Expat Fatigue. Learn what sets expat fatigue apart fr...

Nomadic Diaries host, Doreen Cumberford sits down with Joel Bond, to discuss Palm Trees and Resilience! Joel is an author, educator, and expatriate who has lived in Iraq for seven years. They dive into his experience as chronicled in his first book, "As Large as Your Spirit," touching on the human side of living overseas and finding one's identity amidst global chaos. We discussed Joel's Reverse Refugee Experience, where he shared his unique tale of attempting to return to Iraq amidst the refug...

Nomadic Diaries, the captivating new podcast, is set to revolutionize the expat narrative by delving deep into the joys, challenges, and secrets of living abroad. With a mission to share stories, divulge insights, and provide support through the rollercoaster journey of expatriation, Nomadic Diaries invites listeners to join a community of globetrotters, adventurers, and culture enthusiasts. Welcome to another inspiring episode where our host, Doreen Cumberford sat down with the globally recogn...