Almost Local: Living Abroad Stories

🇫🇷🇮🇪🇯🇵🇿🇦 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview where Pauline from Meet The Expats Podcast opens up about the unexpected challenges of repatriation. After years abroad, adjusting back to life at home can be more difficult than it seems. From reverse culture shock to rediscovering a sense of belonging, Pauline shares her tips and personal stories on navigating this tricky transition....

🇩🇪🇬🇷 Want to discover the tastes of Cologne and Athens? Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview with Gol Ebrahimpour, a talented food content creator with an incredible multicultural background. Born in Germany to an Iranian family, Gol has taken her rich heritage and culinary passion to new heights as an expat living between Athens and Cologne. 🍽️ 🎙️📹 Check all the interviews: http...

🇬🇧🇯🇵🇩🇪🇿🇦 Are you considering moving abroad with your children? Join us in this insightful interview of Expat Experts with Carole Hallet Mobbs, an expert in expat parenting, as we explore the journey of moving abroad with children. Discover valuable tips on child relocation and how to navigate the challenges of an international move. Carole shares her personal experiences and professional advice on...

🇻🇪🇨🇦🇺🇸🇬🇧🇬🇷 In this episode of the Expat Experts Podcast, we sit down with Daniel Carrizalez, the mastermind behind the successful YouTube channel "My Greek Lifestyle." Daniel's incredible journey has taken him from Venezuela to Canada, the USA, the UK, and now Greece. Discover how he built his thriving YouTube channel, the challenges he faced, and the unique experiences that shaped...

🇷🇺🇨🇾🇫🇷🇬🇷 In this episode of Expat Experts, we chat with Lily, a Russian expat whose life has spanned multiple countries and careers. From studying in Cyprus and Paris to hosting TV shows in Russia, Lily has now settled, for now, in Athens, Greece. Listen as Lily, now known as the singer Liliya, shares her experiences of teaching English and pursuing her musical dreams. Discover the challenges and...

🇿🇦🇨🇭 In this episode, we talk with Pamela Zanele, a South African currently living in Switzerland after getting married with a German. Listen the full episode to  discover the journey of Pamela to arrive to Europe and how it changed her life. Join us in the second part of the episode to discuss about mental health and how moving to a new country, change job or adapting to a new culture has its men...

🇮🇪🇫🇷 In this episode, we talk with Susan Hodgson, an Irish who was supposed to go in a short holiday to France but more than 20 years later is still there, married and with children. Tune in to discover how Paris has changed over years and how Susan is trying to change the relation expats have with alcohol. Join us to know how a professional coach she helps her clients realise the emotions and eff...

🇺🇸🇬🇷 We talk with Emma, a Greek-American who after growing up between New Jersey and New York decided to reconnect with her roots and moved to Athens. After trying to become a ballet dancer, studied journalism where in a project research discovered pole dancing, felt in love with the art of it and became a semi-professional dancer. Join us in this incredible episode to understand the return of Emm...

🇷🇺🇮🇪🇬🇷 We sit down with Natalie, a Russian expat now thriving in Athens. After moving to Ireland to learn English as an au pair, Natalie has spent the last four years as a professional photographer, capturing the essence of her models' lifestyles and exploring new photography genres. Tune in to hear her fascinating journey and discover the art of storytelling through photography! Follow Natal...

🇿🇼🇬🇧🇬🇷 Talking with Tanya Rose, a Zimbabwean who moved to London at 16 and now calls Athens home. After experiencing burnout in the UK, Tanya transformed her life and became a coach with her unique methodology, Main Character Energy, blending productivity, self-knowledge, and lifestyle design. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and learn how to reclaim your life with her transformative approach!...

🇺🇸🇪🇸 In this episode of Expat Experts, we chat with Cepee Tabibian, a Texan now thriving in Málaga, Spain. Cepee's inspiring project, She Hit Refresh, helps women over 30 embrace new beginnings and move abroad. Tune in to hear her journey, tips for making the leap, and how she's empowering women to reinvent their lives and find adventure beyond their borders! Follow Cepee on 📲: https://...

🇧🇷🇮🇹🇬🇷 Buckle up for an exhilarating ride as we chat with Gabriel Perino, an Italo-Brazilian who's revving up life in Athens! From the hills of Piamonte to the bustling streets of Athens, Gabriel shares his expat journey and his expertise in automotive design. Tune in for a turbocharged episode packed with cultural fusion, design insights, and the thrill of international living! Follow Gabrie...

🇷🇺🇬🇷 Join us as we talk to Alina Churikova, aka @lingua.alina, an expat in Athens for 8 years. Alina shares her language teaching experiences, her current journey learning German, and how she creates engaging language content on social media. Tune in for language tips, cultural insights, and expat stories from the vibrant city of Athens! Follow Alina on 📲: https://www.instagram.com/lingua.alina h...

🇺🇸🇩🇪 Join us as we chat with Abigail Paul, a stand-up comedian who spent over 20 years in Frankfurt, Germany. From improv theatre to touring Europe with her comedy show, Abigail shares hilarious expat and comedy stories and insights. Get ready for laughs and life lessons in this comedic exploration of expat life in Europe! Special thanks to Banca Cafe (@bancacafe) in Exarchia for the amazing recor...

🇳🇵🇫🇷🇺🇸🇩🇪 Join us as we explore Berlin's culinary scene with Parimal Satyal, an expat with a passion for cooking. From street food to high gastronomy, Parimal shares his experiences, favourite dishes, and builds expectations about what will be his first cuisine repertoire open to everyone. Tune in for a delicious journey through Berlin's life and discover the power of food to connect cult...

🇩🇪🇳🇿🇵🇪🇮🇪🇦🇷🇨🇳🇳🇱 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview with Kristin Lüdecke as we dive into the weirdest customs from every corner of the globe! From the unique traditions in Ireland to the fascinating practices in China, we explore how cultural exchange shapes our understanding of the world. Whether you're studying abroad, working abroad, or simply curious about expat life, thi...

🇧🇷🇩🇪 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview as we explore the unique experiences of growing up as a Third Culture Kid in Germany with our guest, Fernanda da Silva Augel. Discover the challenges and triumphs faced by expats in Germany, particularly those navigating the complexities of cultural adjustment and integration. Fernanda shares her personal journey, highlighting the importan...

🇮🇱🇨🇦🇫🇷🇨🇭🇬🇧 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview where we delve into the emotional toll of being an expat with our guest, Lea Misan. Join us as we explore the unique challenges faced by expats living in diverse countries like Israel, Switzerland, and Canada, and how these experiences shape their lives and families. Lea shares her personal journey, shedding light on the psychologica...

🇹🇷🇰🇿🇺🇸🇨🇭🇬🇷 Are you dreaming of becoming a tour guide in Greece? Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview with Oral Sarisoy shares invaluable insights on how to navigate the journey of becoming a tour guide in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Discover why Greece is the best place for expats looking to immerse themselves in a rich cultural landscape while connecting wit...

🏳️‍🌈🇳🇱🇩🇪🇨🇿 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview with Gerard Valdivia as we explore the transformative experience of theatre abroad. Discover why immersing yourself in the vibrant theatre scene can be a game-changer for expats, especially in captivating locations like the Czech Republic. Gerard shares invaluable insights on cultural adaptation and intercultural relationships, shed...

🇪🇸🇬🇧🇵🇱🇸🇮🇬🇷 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview as we delve into the enriching world of volunteer work abroad with Mariel Guinea. Discover how immersing yourself in different cultures, whether through expat experiences in Slovenia, Poland, or the UK, can lead to profound personal growth and intercultural relationships. Mariel shares her journey of cultural exchange and networking...

🇪🇸🇬🇧🇩🇪 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview as we dive into the world of fashion design and sustainability with Laura Llonch, an expat living in Barcelona. In this engaging podcast, Laura shares her journey from England to the vibrant streets of Barcelona, where she balances her passion for fashion with her commitment to sustainable practices. Discover the challenges and triumphs...

🇩🇪🇪🇸🇬🇷 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview with Kathrin Thull as she shares her personal journey of relocating to Athens, Greece. Experience the culture shock and the adjustment process firsthand as she navigates life in this vibrant city. From her insights on expat life in Greece to her comparisons with her previous experiences in Barcelona and Tamariu, Kathrin dives deep into t...

🇬🇷🇲🇽🇺🇸 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview as we explore the transformative power of traveling and documenting our world with renowned traveler Anastasios Karantakos. Discover the essence of intercultural relationships and learn why traveling is not just about the destinations, but also the incredible expat travel stories that shape our experiences. Anastasios shares his insights...

🇫🇷🇲🇽🇮🇹🇬🇷 Join us in this Expat Experts Podcast expat interview we dive into the transformative impact of expat workers in the hospitality and tourism sectors, featuring insights from industry expert Charlotte Girardeau. Discover how expats in Greece are reshaping the landscape of cultural exchange and integration through their diverse lifestyles and unique perspectives.  Charlotte shares her exper...