Expat Lifestyles Episodes

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...

Support the show Nomadic Diaries explores expat life, repatriation, belonging and global living. This episode may be part of our Re-Entry Series (30 episodes on coming home) or The Belonging Project (29 episodes on belonging across cultures). Browse the full catalog at nomadicdiariespodcast.com and please share or leave a review if this episode resonated.

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...