Society & Culture Episodes

Episode Alert on Nomadic Diaries! 🌍 We just released a deeply inspirational episode featuring Kathleen Israel, a remarkable woman who embarked on the transformative journey of walking the Camino not once, but twice. Each step on her pilgrimage was a step towards healing after years of caring for her ailing husband. She shares not only her physical journey but also her spiritual and emotional voyage, culminating in the creation of her book, "Wisdom on the Camino." - Resilience and Personal Gro...

Forging Bonds Across Borders and Cultures, with Melissa Hahn! Welcome to another captivating episode of Nomadic Diaries, where we delve deep into the journey and insights of global explorers. This episode, hosted by Doreen Cumberford, shines a spotlight on Melissa Hahn, an intercultural specialist and author of the book *Forging Bonds in the Global Workforce*. Here are a few shownotes: Forging Global Bonds: Melissa Hahn's Insights on Thriving Across Cultures Through thought-provoking di...

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.

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 enlightening episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford talks with Syed Zafar, a well-respected voice in the field of intercultural communication. Syed brings a lifetime of experience navigating multicultural environments, from his roots in Pakistan to his professional endeavors in countries such as Saudi Arabia and the United States. Listeners are in for an engaging discussion on the nuances of cultural intelligence, the distinction between tourists and travelers, and stories t...

We are thrilled to bring you a brand new episode of Nomadic Diaries featuring Megan Norton. Megan, an author and daughter of a diplomat, shares her insights on cultivating a sense of belonging for adult Third Culture Kids (TCKs) in her latest book, "Belonging Beyond Borders: How Adult Third Culture Kids Can Cultivate a Sense of Belonging." During the podcast episode, Megan discusses how her book goes beyond the TCK community, exploring the universal human need for belonging. Using analogies fr...

Welcome back to another episode of Nomadic Diaries, a podcast that explores the transformative journeys of expats and world travelers. In today's episode, we delve into the world of Jo Parfitt, a renowned expat, writer, and teacher with an impressive 30-year experience living overseas. With a staggering 32 books written and hundreds of mentees under her belt, Jo has become a trusted name in the realm of writing and publishing. In 1997, Jo founded Summertime Publishing, specializing in books fo...

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, we dive into the fascinating journey of Chris Cartwright. Chris shares valuable insights on setting goals, practicing regularly, and being accountable when pursuing passion and personal growth. We explore the concept of expatriation and its impact on individuals and communities. Chris highlights the importance of being aware of one's status as an expatriate and understanding the resources and privileges one has. We discuss the significance of approaching new ...

Intercultural Passport: Welcome to the first episode of Nomadic Diaries, where we explore the captivating world of expat life and intercultural experiences. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of listening to Terri McGinnis, a seasoned expatriate and intercultural trainer, as she shares her insightful journey and perspectives on the importance of having a growth mindset when navigating different cultures. Throughout this episode, Terri poses thought-provoking questions about how corporati...