International Transitions Episodes

International transitions are the messy, magical process of reinventing yourself while changing countries - equal parts terrifying adventure and identity makeover. It's where you discover that moving your life across borders teaches you more about yourself than any self-help book ever could.
Nov. 20, 2024

Re-Entry Series 20: Reading from Arriving Well

Can you imagine uprooting your life multiple times, weaving through diverse cultural landscapes, and then finding your way back to a semblance of "home"?. In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford read from M...

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Nov. 19, 2024

Re-Entry Series 19: Coming Home Is Hard Craig Storti

Can you magine stepping back into your homeland only to feel like a stranger in a once-familiar place? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen Cumberford & Linda Mueller together with author and repatriation expert C...

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Nov. 18, 2024

Re-Entry Series 18: Farewells

Have you ever wondered how to truly find closure when saying goodbye to a place you've called home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, titled Farewells, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller delve into the emotional intricacies of farewells and the impact they have on our …

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Nov. 17, 2024

Re-Entry Series 17: Inspiration - Music

Have you ever felt like you needed some choices and sources of inspiration amidst a repatriation journey? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller seek to provi...

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Nov. 16, 2024

Re-Entry Series 16: Repatriation & Identity

What sort of hidden grief and identity struggles can plague Third Culture Kids and expats when 'going home' again?" In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, host Doreen Cumberford a looks into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by Third Culture Kids (TCKs) when returni…

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Nov. 15, 2024

Re-Entry Series 15: Reading from Life in the Camel Lane

What does it take to prepare oneself for repatriation? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford reads from the book she authored, Life in the Camel Lane: Embrace the Adventure. This story highlights the preparation for a repatriation that seemed imminent but happen…

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Nov. 14, 2024

Re-Entry Series 14: Medical Repatriation

Can you imagine navigating the complexities of international healthcare while simultaneously repatriating? In this compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries , Linda Mueller interviews author Sarah Deschamps on the topic of a fami...

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Nov. 13, 2024

Re-Entry Series 13: Reading From Arriving Well

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering Home After Living Abroad. Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compe...

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Nov. 12, 2024

RE Series 12: Sudden Repatriation

Can you imagine repatriating in an emergency? Welcome to Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series where we explore the journey of repatriation back home. In our latest episode, Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller chat with Joel D...

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Nov. 11, 2024

Re-Entry Series 11: Logistics

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the planning and logistics of moving back home? In today's episode of the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller dive deep into the logistics of repatriation on Nomadic Diaries. They share invaluable tips on everything from efficient packing to handli…

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Nov. 10, 2024

Re-Entry Series 10: Inspiration - The Pivot Year

Do you ever feel like the invisible side of you needs some sources of inspiration during the potential chaos of repatriating back home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller dive...

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Nov. 8, 2024

Re-Entry Series 8: Hidden Grief - Dr. Sally McGregor

How do you navigate the complex journey of grieving an old life while building a new one? In today's episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, we look into the often overlooked topic of grief during repatriation. Doreen and Linda interviewed Dr. Sally McGregor, cross-cultural therapist, who …

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Nov. 6, 2024

Re-Entry Series 6: Reading From Arriving Well

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering Home After Living Abroad. Arriving Well is a compilation of five raw, compe...

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Nov. 5, 2024

Re-Entry Series 5: The Emotional Toll of Repatriation

Have you ever grappled with the upheaval of moving countries and then moving back? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller engage with cross-cultural coach Jerry Jone...

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Nov. 4, 2024

Re-Entry Series 4: Vision Building

Today’s episode of the Re Entry Series, focuses on the Vision Building for your repatriation journey. We discuss the importance of creating a vivid, emotional, and sensory-rich vision of your desired future state to navigate ...

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Nov. 3, 2024

Re-Entry Series 3: Finding Inspiration

Do you ever feel like the invisible side of you gets lost in the chaos of repatriating back home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller dive into the spiritual or invisible aspects of repatriation, sharing insights on how to find inspiration during tim…

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Nov. 2, 2024

RE Series 2: A Suitcase Story with Renata Urban

Welcome to a short but pithy episode of the Re-Entry Series of Nomadic Diaries. Here, we dive into the complexities of repatriation with Renata Urban, an expert in language training and intercultural communications. Renata sh...

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Nov. 1, 2024

Re-Entry Series 1: Launch Conversation with Doreen Cumberford & Linda…

Welcome to the introductory episode of the Nomadic Diaries Reentry Series! Hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller set the stage for this 30-day podcast journey focused on repatriation and reentry. Discover the structure of...

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Oct. 29, 2024

When Cultures Collide: From India's We to America's Me

In this episode, we sit down with cultural anthropologist James Richardson to explore how his experiences living in diverse cultures - especially India - have profoundly shaped his perspectives on relationships and commitment...

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Oct. 22, 2024

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Creative Flow with Amy Suto"

Meet Amy Suto an Author, Writer and Digital Nomad. Creativity and Flow....... As a writer, author and nomad Amy has learned a lot about well-being, balance and pace of life. She has been on the road for four years now and feels like the digital nomadic lifestyle contributes momentum to her success.…

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Oct. 8, 2024

A Nomad's Compass: Navigating Life, Resilience, and Adventure

Meet Chris Cerra, the genius and founder of Remote Base and Digital Nomad Trip Reports! I was introduced to Chris by a friend, who operates one of the most functional and powerful expat/nomad insurance companies and we disco...

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Oct. 1, 2024

The Empathy Games: Where Everybody Wins!

In our new modern world where diverse teams and international collaboration are the norm, the ability to communicate effectively across cultures while engaging empathy is really important. Shownotes: Welcome to the Nomadic Di...

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Sept. 5, 2024

The Ultimate Home Exchange Experience: with Founder Marie DeCossse

In this episode of "Nomadic Diaries," host Doreen Cumberford welcomes Marie DeCosse, the founder and CEO of Nomad Travel Groups. Together, they delve into the creation and philosophy behind the Nomad Home Exchange platform. Takeaways: Marie shares her upbringing as a third culture kid, moving betwe…

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Aug. 19, 2024

Learn Any Language: Finding Fluency with Kerstin Cable

In this episode host, Doreen Cumberford interviewed Kerstin Cable on the subject of languages and how to learn them effectively. 🚀 The surprising truth about Duolingo and how technology is revolutionizing language learning Di...

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