Away We Go We Go

In this episode, we’re finally catching you up on the whirlwind journey that brought our family from Provence to Southern California. We share everything from packing up our entire lives during France’s worst heat wave in 70 years, to the chaos of traveling internationally with nearly four-year-old twins and 16 pieces of luggage, to making one last unforgettable stop in London before officially st...

In this solo episode, I’m sharing what it has really taken—mentally, emotionally, and practically—to make some of the biggest decisions of our lives. As our family prepares to leave France and move back to California after just three years abroad, I reflect on the mindset shifts, resilience, and unwavering self-belief that have helped us navigate uncertainty, reinvention, entrepreneurship, and maj...

In this episode of the Away We Go podcast, we're back with an update on the big move! It's been a few weeks since we officially announced that we're trading our French life for sunny San Diego, and a lot has happened since then. With just one month left on the ground here, we're sharing where things stand, what the countdown has actually looked like, and the mix of emotions that comes with closing...

In this episode of Away We Go We Go , we sit down with our dear friends Carl and Cheryl to talk about the adventurous, unconventional life they’ve built together—from retiring early in Arizona to living in Mexico, traveling through New Zealand and Italy, almost building an off-grid home in Fiji, and ultimately landing here in Provence. What started as a shared love of scuba diving and travel slowl...

In this episode of Away We Go We Go , we’re sharing our biggest update yet—and it’s a big one. We officially launched Sophie’s new tech company, built to support women through postpartum and early motherhood, and we’re also preparing for another major life shift: moving from Aix-en-Provence to San Diego this summer. We walk through how quickly this decision came together, why now felt like the rig...

In this episode, we share a real-life snapshot of our current season—raising toddlers in France, navigating a recent car accident, and dealing with the ripple effects of unexpected challenges. What starts as a light, relatable conversation about disrupted plans and everyday chaos quickly opens up into a deeper look at what it actually feels like to build a life abroad. Between language barriers, v...

In this episode, we walk through what a perfect spring day in the South of France looks like from our perspective—and honestly, it’s our favorite time of year to be here. After a long, unpredictable winter, everything just comes alive: longer days, blooming trees, vibrant markets, and that unmistakable energy in the air. We share why April and May are truly peak season and how we’d plan an ideal d...

In this solo episode of Away We Go We Go , Jordan reflects on a question that comes up all the time when people dream about moving abroad: are you actually building something new, or are you just trying to escape your current life? Drawing from his own experiences living in Argentina in his twenties and now raising a family in France, he unpacks the reality that a big move can absolutely change yo...

I’ve been thinking a lot about how the moments we wish hadn’t happened are often the exact ones that shape everything that comes next. Missed opportunities, hard seasons, unexpected pivots—they’re not detours, they are the path. Living in France, raising twins, building this life—it didn’t unfold the way I planned, and honestly, that’s the point. The hardest year brought me to my knees, but it als...

In this episode of Away We Go We Go , we sit down with Amanda, the founder of the Solo Female Traveler Network , a global community of more than 600,000 women who are redefining what it means to travel—and live—independently. Amanda shares the powerful story behind how the network began, starting with her own years of solo travel and a difficult experience that inspired her to create a space where...

In this episode, we reflect on how the places we’ve lived have shaped who we are—from the heaviness we felt in our hometowns to the magnetic pull of cities like Florence, Buenos Aires, and Austin. We also share what it’s been like raising our kids in France, including navigating the country’s unique school schedule , and how our move abroad forced us to slow down, heal, and process everything from...

What does it really take to move to France- and stay? In this episode, I’m sitting down with Susannah and Hugh Cameron, the founders of Chez Pluie (a beautifully curated French antiques boutique) and creators of Provence Export , a shipping app that helps shoppers get antiques home safely from anywhere in France. They share the real story behind their move from Australia to Provence, including the...

In this special one-year anniversary episode of Away We Go We Go , we’re taking a moment to reflect on everything this past year has held—both on the podcast and in our life in France. What started as a way to answer questions and document our move abroad has grown into a global community we never could have imagined. From raising our twins in Provence and building family rituals at local markets,...

When Jordan heads back to the U.S. for a work conference, Sophie is left holding down the fort in France—and almost immediately, the week spirals into total chaos. A planned support system falls through, illness hits the house, the logistics of solo parenting pile up, and even Jordan’s return home turns into a multi-day travel nightmare. What starts as a string of unfortunate (and eventually laugh...

What if you gave yourself permission to pause — really pause — and intentionally design your year ahead? In this solo episode, Sophie pulls back the curtain on the 2026 Summit she and Jordan created: a 24-hour intentional getaway to reflect, dream, plan, and build a clear roadmap for their best year yet. This isn’t about vision boards alone or vague resolutions — it’s about turning big dreams into...

In this episode of Away We Go We Go , we’re getting real about something that doesn’t show up on postcards: what it’s actually like to live in Provence during the winter. While the region is often romanticized for lavender fields and endless summer, winter brings a very different rhythm—slower days, quieter villages, fewer open businesses, colder homes, and a noticeable emotional shift. We talk ho...

In this episode of Away We Go We Go , we’re finally back after an unexpectedly long holiday break and kicking off 2026 with a real-life catch-up. Between 17 straight days home with the twins, festive traditions in Provence, and a December fueled almost entirely by sugar, we talk through what the holidays actually looked like for us—equal parts magical, chaotic, and exhausting. From toddler perform...

In this episode of Away We Go We Go , Sophie and Jordan sit down with Maddie and Shelby to unpack what it really looks like to move abroad—not just the highlight reel, but the growth, discomfort, and unexpected joy that come with it. From having limited travel experience to packing up their entire lives and relocating to London, Maddie and Shelby share how one job opportunity turned into a four-ye...

In this festive episode, Sophie and Jordan cozy up on the couch to share what the holiday season looks like in France, especially now that their twins are old enough to feel the magic. They paint a vivid picture of Aix-en-Provence in December—from the glowing Christmas markets and mulled wine stands along the Cours Mirabeau to carolers, children’s rides, raclette vendors, and beautifully decorated...

In this solo episode of Away We Go We Go , Jordan opens up about navigating the holiday season as an expat in France, from the unexpected quiet of celebrating Thanksgiving abroad to the warmth of carving out new rituals as a family. He shares a peek into their recent holiday weekend—enjoying rare downtime while the twins were in school, exploring nearby towns, savoring great meals, and soaking up...

Join Sophie and her mom Camy for a charming deep dive into Provence shopping — from magical Christmas markets to iconic brocantes, antiques, French fashion, and the artisanal foods that make this region a dream for every traveler. In this episode, we explore:  • Why Provence and France are some of the best places in the world to shop • The most memorable Christmas markets and what makes them so en...

Thinking about moving to France? In this episode, Sophie and Jordan share the honest, unfiltered reality of expat life in the South of France — from cultural differences and surprising lifestyle adjustments to navigating bureaucracy, parenting, and daily rhythms that look nothing like life in the U.S. If you’ve ever dreamed of starting fresh in France, this is the episode you need before you pack...

In this episode, Sophie and Jordan are finally back together behind the mic — catching up after a whirlwind stretch of travel that took them from Paris to London to California. They share their favorite Paris discoveries, from hidden hotels and perfect fries to their go-to Lebanese spot and the surprisingly luxurious Italian train that connects Aix to Paris. The conversation then jumps across the...

Hello everybody, Jordan here! In this heartfelt solo episode, I celebrate twelve years of marriage with Sophie and offer a candid look into our experience of moving abroad as a couple. I reflect on the adventures, challenges, and growth that have shaped our relationship since making the leap to Provence with our twins. I share personal stories from our deconstructed wedding, the importance of know...

In this episode, I sit down with Trisha Estopiñan, the creative force behind Mama Does Europe, to talk about her vibrant journey of moving from Florida to Paris with her family. Trisha shares her real experiences, from navigating life in a city where every street feels magical to the daily surprises of parenting abroad and building a lively online community. We explore how living in Paris has cha...