Nomadic Diaries: Mastering Global Transitions

Welcome to another episode of Nomadic Diaries where we traverse the boundaries of culture and geography to understand the essence of a nomadic lifestyle. Hosted by Doreen Cumberford,  we are joined by our distinguished guest Polly Collingridge, a cross-cultural psychology expert and a professional at the Cultural Intelligence Center in the UK. Cultural Intelligence: A Deep Dive Polly Collingridge...

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. Welco...

In a recent interview Doreen and Sharon spoke with Roy Craft a former executive and cross-cultural expert who has worked across borders, races, cultures and languages.   As someone who's crossed borders to live and work in various countries, our mantra has always been about fostering global-mindedness. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation with Roy Craft that resonated with that m...

🎙️ In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, Sharon Fields interviews Don Ron Walters, a real estate agent living in San Miguel de Allende. Ron shares his journey from corporate America to becoming a realtor in Mexico, discussing the cultural and logistical differences between selling real estate in Mexico and the United States.  He talks about the diverse cultures in Mexico, the challenges faced by dif...

🎙️ New Episode Alert on Nomadic Diaries: Nory Contractor! 🌎 In our latest episode, we sit down with the awe-inspiring Nory Contractor, whose vibrant story from Cuba to Miami and now San Miguel de Allende has woven a tapestry of community, resilience, and cultural exchange. 🇨🇺🇺🇸🇲🇽 🔊 Tune in as we explore: - Nory's transformative journey and her foundational work with the Locale Foundation. -...

🎙️ New episode alert! 🌍 We had the pleasure of interviewing Dorothy Wallstein on the Nomadic Diaries podcast hosted by Doreen Cumberford and Sharon Fields. We delved into her journey as a holistic practitioner and founder of a homeopathic college in the UK plus her journeys from the US to the UK and eventually to Mexico.  Journey to Mexico - Dorothy shares her journey from the US to the UK, and e...

✈️ This episode stars Marie Hernandez  Marie is a visionary who's redefining what it means to be a digital nomad. With 14 years of experience under her belt, Marie shares her expertise in connecting with brands for sponsored travel and breathing new life into the art of marketing on the move. 📸🌐 Imagine using your connections to link your favorite travel spaces, places and restaurants with...

🌍✨ Discover the Freedom and Challenges of Living a Nomadic Business Life with Jean Marie DiGiovanna! ✨🌍 Ever dreamt of exchanging the humdrum of office life for the liberty of the open road? Meet Jean Marie DiGiovanna, an indomitable Mobile Businesswoman who said goodbye to traditional boundaries and embraced the world as her office! 🚀 In the latest episode of *Nomadic Diaries*, our host Dore...

🎙️New Episode Alert: Meet Angie Weinberger!  Angie is an experienced university lecturer, coach, and global expert and we loved our conversation on this episode. This conversation highlights the human aspect of international transitions and the art of cultural competence. Key Takeaways From This Episode: Intercultural Sensitivity : Angie underscores the crucial role of intercultural competence in...

🌍 Welcome Back!   This is a re-release due to a techie glitch!  The amazing Jane Garee one more time! We discussed the adventures and challenges of living a nomadic life and achieving location independence as a business owner. 🎙️ In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Sharon Fields are joined by Jane Garee, a global sales strategist, trainer, speaker, and author. T...

🌍 Exciting News! 🌍 We had the pleasure of interviewing Jane Garee   We discussed the incredible adventures and challenges of living a nomadic life and achieving location independence as a business owner. 🎙️ Here are the 3 key takeaways from our conversation: 1️⃣ Embrace a traveler's mindset : Living like a traveler, not a tourist, is crucial to fully experiencing new cultures and building m...

As we wrap up 2023, Nomadic Diaries is thrilled to reflect on the incredible journey we've embarked upon over the past four months. From insightful discussions with expatriates to uncovering the power of storytelling, we've delved into the diverse experiences of individuals across the globe. Key Takeaways: 1. Embracing the Adventure: Our podcast has explored the initial stages of embarki...

🎙️ This episode features Monica Neubauer as our guest, an international speaker and award-winning real estate agent. Monica lived in China then returned after six years overseas.  Here are the key takeaways from our conversation: Primarily we chatted about repatriation or returning home after living overseas, and how we can Monica uses her overseas lessons to help train Realtors in DE&I. 1️⃣ E...

In today's episode, we have a special guest, Sarah Kobrus, who has extensive experience living abroad and working with NGOs. She is currently the affiliate director of Families in Global Transition. Sarah joins us to discuss the concept of emotional logic and how it can help us navigate through times of loss and grief when living a globally nomadic life. She also tells us about her book, &quo...

Here are three key takeaways from the conversation with our exceptional guest, Rachel Cason author of 💫 Importance of Identity: Identity construction is often compared to solving a jigsaw puzzle or piecing together spiky shards of a stained glass window. It's particularly challenging for third culture kids. We need to acknowledge the value of understanding our melting pot identities as we na...

In this episode, Doreen Cumberford, the host of Nomadic Diaries, takes us on a reflective journey through her experiences living in Saudi Arabia and returning back home.  From reunions to the bittersweet realizations of change, Doreen shares personal stories of reconnecting with the community she left behind. The episode touches on the lasting impact of expatriate life and the profound lessons lea...

"Join Doreen Cumberford and John Palmer in an insightful session discussing the completion of NaPodPoMo on the Nomadic Diaries podcast. Learn about the origins of NaPodPoMo, the challenges and joys of producing 30 podcasts in 30 days, and the positive impact on building podcasting skills. Discover how this journey led to new connections, personal growth, and a greater dedication to serving th...

We would love to hear from you, send us a text please! Support the show You can map the move. You cannot map the metamorphosis. Nomadic Diaries explores the interior journey of expat life — the belonging, the identity shifts, the repatriation, and everything that travels with you that can't be packed in a suitcase. This episode may be part of our Re-Entry Series (30 episodes on coming home) o...

Sharing Insights from Leading Travel Writers on the Nomadic Diaries Podcast! 📚🎙️ Are you ready to ignite your wanderlust and enrich your travel experiences? Join me in exploring the profound impact of travel through the lenses of iconic travel writers. In this recent episode of Nomadic Diaries, we delved into the wisdom of writers like Mark Twain, George Orwell, Ernest Hemingway, Aldous Huxley, a...

Welcome back to another episode of Nomadic Diaries! In this episode we have a very special guest joining us  - Louise Wiles. Louise is an expert in handling change and transition, specializing in international relocation. With her professional background and personal experiences as an expat, a repat, a narrative coach, and learning and development professional.  She is also the author of the book...

We would love to hear from you, send us a text please! Support the show You can map the move. You cannot map the metamorphosis. Nomadic Diaries explores the interior journey of expat life — the belonging, the identity shifts, the repatriation, and everything that travels with you that can't be packed in a suitcase. This episode may be part of our Re-Entry Series (30 episodes on coming home) o...

🌍 Sharing a glimpse into the magical world of falconry in Arabia! 🏜️✨ I had the pleasure of experiencing the fascinating tradition of falconry during my time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In a small excerpt from my book, "Life in the Camel Lane," I recount the awe-inspiring moments I spent watching the Saudi falconers with their majestic birds of prey. Here are three key takeaways fr...

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 belongi...

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 cul...

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...