Episodes

Are you ready for a journey of love, belonging, and resilience? In our latest episode of Nomadic Diaries, we sat down with world traveler and advocate, Sarah Kobrus. She shared her incredible experiences of living in different countries and how they've shaped her heart and soul. From Qatar to France, Sarah's journey highlights the power of embracing change and finding a sense of belonging in unexpected places. Join us as we explore the profound lessons of grief and love, and discover the impor...

A short book reading for National Podcasting Month! In this episode, we explore the book "The Intercultural Mind" by Joseph Scholz, where he presents groundbreaking research from cultural psychology and neuroscience. Here are 3 key takeaways from the episode: 1️⃣ Culture Shock: Discover what culture shock really means and how it affects us. We explore why we might be blind to our own cultural biases and how unconscious biases can impact our experiences abroad. 2️⃣ The International Mindse...

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...

🌍 I recently had the pleasure of reading from an insightful book called "Belonging Beyond Borders" written by Megan Norton, which inspired me to share some important takeaways. In this book, Megan explores the topic of setting healthy boundaries, specifically for digital and global nomads, as well as those who love to travel. 📚 Here are 3 key takeaways from "Belonging Beyond Borders": 1️⃣ Boundaries bring structure, stability, and safety: Research has shown that setting boundaries pro...

🎙️ Exciting news! Hi I just recorded an excerpt for Nomadic Diaries by author Megan Norton, and I read from her book "Belonging Beyond Borders." Stay tuned for the release of her episode. 🌱 In her book, Megan uses the beautiful metaphor of gardening to explore the themes of belonging and impermanence. Here are 3 key takeaways from the reading: 1️⃣ Belonging is an active, participatory event: No matter where we are in the world, finding our tribe and cultivating a sense of belonging requires ef...

🎙️ In this episode, we read from Thrive Abroad by Louise Wiles. We explore the four P's of starting out on your expatriate journey: positivity, purpose, proactivity, and personal development. Here are three key takeaways for our global community: 1️⃣ Define your own success: Before embarking on an international relocation, take time to understand what personal, professional, and family success means to you. Consider the impact on your organization, and how your performance will be moni...

🌍 Nomadic Diaries presents: Life in the Camel Lane - Women's Mall 🧕 I am thrilled to share with you the latest episode of Nomadic Diaries, where we delve into the fascinating world of the Women's Mall in Daharan. Join me, Doreen Cumberford, as we explore the unique experiences of women in Saudi Arabia. 🔸 Key Takeaway 1: The Women's Mall - A Hidden Gem 🔸 Discover the Women's Mall in Daharan, a haven exclusively for Saudi women. From shopkeepers to sales clerks to coffee shop servers, every per...

🌍 Nomadic Diaries presents: Life in the Camel Lane - the Women's Mall or the Invisibility Factor 🧕 I am thrilled to share with you the latest episode of Nomadic Diaries, where we delve into the fascinating world of the Women's Mall in Daharan. Join me, Doreen Cumberford, as we explore the unique experiences of women in Saudi Arabia. 🔸 Key Takeaway 1: The Women's Mall - A Hidden Gem 🔸 Discover the Women's Mall in Daharan, a haven exclusively for Saudi women. From shopkeepers to sales clerks...

📚 Here are my key takeaways from Megan's book and our conversation: 1️⃣ Belonging takes effort: Just like most things in life, belonging isn't just handed to you. It requires actively investing in relationships, forming friendships, and being present both mentally and physically. Building authentic connections means engaging in active listening, asking questions, and showing genuine interest in others. 2️⃣ Cherish your support network: In a life filled with constant movement, having a few f...

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.

🌍✨ Exciting Cultural Exploration in the Latest Episode of Nomadic Diaries! ✨🌍 I had the pleasure of discussing a fascinating experience in the latest episode of Nomadic Diaries. The topic of cultural whiplash truly opened my eyes to the diverse traditions and celebrations around the world. Here are the key takeaways from the episode: 1️⃣ Embracing Different Traditions: The Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico have evolved into a grand event, with families visiting cemeteries to hon...

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.

🎙️ It's time for another episode of #NomadicDiariesPodcast! 🌍 🎧 Join Doreen Cumberford and Sharon Fields as they discuss the fascinating world of NaPodPoMo on their latest episode: "Sporadic Diaries - Why NaPodPoMo". 🎙️ 🌟 Discover how Doreen stumbled upon this challenge and why she decided to participate, as they delve into the power of curating content and building a community. 🌟 🔁 Listen in as they explore a mishmash of subjects, from life in the Camel Lane to driving in Saudi Arabia and...

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...

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.

This is another mini podcast on the subject of Repatriation and the Ten Commandments. These are short bursts of content during the month of November for National Podcasting Posting Month. "Adventures in Repatriation: Thou shalt not expect things at home to have stayed the same." — Doreen Cumberford - Host of Nomadic Diaries 00:00:57 00:01:02 "Life After Travelling: 'Thou shalt not expect things to have stayed the same, whether it's structures or any of the systems back home. Number two, thou s...

Episode Summary: In this episode, co-host Doreen Cumberford shares a comprehensive A to Z guide to mastering constant change for individuals embracing a nomadic lifestyle or confronting global mobility. Doreen discusses the importance of self-acknowledgment, self-nurturing, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle while on the move. The guide includes strategies such as developing intuition, practicing gratitude, making weekly commitments, and selecting partners who support one's goals and...

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, we explore the intricacies of Saudi weddings through a reading from "Life in the Camel Lane" by Doreen Cumberford. The host provides a vivid account of the cultural nuances and experiences of Westerners attending these events, along with the unexpected and tragic consequences that can unfold. From the lively celebrations to the raw nature of the culture, this reading offers a captivating glimpse into the complexities of Saudi weddings. This reading is part o...

These mini sessions are part of National Podcasting Month and are part of a 30 day podcasting challenge. They will cover a multitude of Sporadic Diaries! Sometimes they will simply be a reading from Life in the Camel Lane, Embrace Your Adventure, other days they will be packed full of content on a variety of soup to nut subjects. These mini-episodes are designed to be whimsical, to be listened to quickly like while making a sandwich or completing a small task. We will cover a mishmash of subj...

This episode is are part of National Podcasting Month and is part of a 30 day challenge. They will cover a multitude of Sporadic Diaries! Sometimes they will be simply be a reading from Life in the Camel Lane; or like this one a short reading on a subject we talk about from one of our guest's books. These mini-episodes are designed to be whimsical, to be listened to quickly - like while making a sandwich or completing a small task. This particular episode is on the subject of Death and Dying ...

This episode is are part of National Podcasting Month and is part of a 30 day challenge. They will cover a multitude of Sporadic Diaries! Sometimes they will be simply be a reading from Life in the Camel Lane; or like this one a short reading on a subject we talk about from one of our guest's books. These mini-episodes are designed to be whimsical, to be listened to quickly - like while making a sandwich or completing a small task. We will cover a mishmash of subjects like repatriation, house...

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Sharon Fields interview guest Andrea Schmitt, a certified teen girl life coach. Andrea shares her journey into becoming a life coach for adolescent girls and explains how she provides support and guidance to empower girls, boost their self-esteem, and teach them valuable life skills. Andrea discusses her coaching programs, which typically consist of six sessions. She emphasizes that the sessions are 15 minutes long, allowing...

These mini sessions are part of National Podcasting Month and are part of a 30 day challenge. They will cover a multitude of Sporadic Diaries! Sometimes they will be simply be a reading from Life in the Camel Lane; or like this one a short reading on a subject we talk about from one of our guest's books. These mini-episodes are designed to be whimsical, to be listened to quickly - like while making a sandwich or completing a small task. We will cover a mishmash of subjects like repatriation, ...

Welcome back to an exciting new episode of Nomadic Diaries! In today's captivating installment, we have a remarkable guest joining us, Rebecca Eichler, an international human rights advocate, activist, and lifelong adventurer. Rebecca's journey took her from practicing law in Washington DC to providing disaster legal aid globally for almost two decades. But it was her decision, along with her husband and children, to embark on a year-long road trip from Virginia to Panama in a c...