SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English Voices

In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Matthew Hitchcock, CPA and founder of Hitchcock & Partner GmbH , to demystify one of the most complex and misunderstood parts of expat taxes: Passive Foreign Investment Companies (PFICs). Whether you're investing in a foreign mutual fund or unknowingly triggering PFIC rules through a local retirement account, Matth...

What would make an American academic sell everything and move across the world for a new career? In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Dr. Jonah Otto , Assistant Professor at the University of Augsburg, to unpack what’s driving more U.S. scholars to consider international academic careers particularly in Germany. Jonah shares his personal journey from Indi...

How do you find your way back to yourself when motherhood leaves you overwhelmed, reactive, and running on empty? Sami Garrett helps moms feel more supported and less alone through Good Enough Matrescence , and in this episode we talk about what it can look like to move through postpartum rage , unmet needs, and identity shifts while building a life and business that feel more human. What Sami sha...

In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Vivian Najib, founder of FTB Home and creator of The Expat Diaries newsletter , sits down with us to explore what it really takes to build a life you love in a new country. Vivian’s journey began with a one-way ticket to Thailand and unfolded into a 9-year global adventure through Cambodia, Vietnam, and long-term house-sitting across Europe before finally la...

The transition from a period of burnout to a successful return to work is not merely a matter of resuming one’s previous role; it is a nuanced process that requires careful navigation and support. Throughout the discussion, Karina talks about the various emotional responses that individuals may encounter as they reintegrate into their workplaces, including apprehension and a sense of inadequacy. I...

Send us Fan Mail Clare shares her story of giving birth to her second child in Switzerland after moving from the UK, highlighting the differences between birth systems and the beauty of sibling relationships. Her marathon 67-hour labor culminated in a water birth at Hôpital de Morges after her initial birthing center plans changed. Moved to Switzerland 20 years ago with husband and 7-week-old son...

Feeling like your business is a bit all over the place, even though you are working hard? In this episode, I’m walking you through the 6 foundations that help your business feel clearer, stronger, and easier to grow, especially when you are building with limited time. Save this episode for your next CEO session. I cover: Why your mission and audience need to be clear before anything else How to de...

Ever felt like burnout steamrolled your life—and now you're supposed to just “bounce back” to work like nothing happened? Yeah… no. In this episode, we’re getting all the way real with HR expert and mental health first aid instructor Karina Schneider. We’re talking about the actual differences between stress, burnout, and depression (yes, they’re not the same thing), what to do when work is the th...

Send us Fan Mail Simone shares her remarkable journey of giving birth to her two sons in two different countries (the Netherlands and Switzerland), revealing how cultural and systemic differences profoundly shape the birth experience beyond just the physical process. Born and raised in Amsterdam before relocating to Switzerland with her family First pregnancy transformed from planned birth center...

Burnout isn’t just “feeling tired.” It can lead to stress leave , months of sick leave , or even an extended absence that leaves you wondering if you’ll ever feel “fit to work” again. In this bite-size trailer, certified career-reintegration coach Karina Schneider lays out what you can expect from the podcast that bridges the gap between medical clearance and confident return to work . In 180 seco...

Send us Fan Mail Veronica shares her journey of giving birth in the midwifery led program at Stadtspital Triemli in Zurich, including a "dream birth" and a surgical repair of a third-degree tear caused by her baby's "saluting hand" position during delivery. Through her story, we explore how careful preparation, a positive mindset, and strong support systems helped her navigate both the beautiful a...

Send us Fan Mail Agata , mother of five children, shares her experiences of pregnancy and giving birth at Hirslanden Hospital in Zurich with remarkable honesty, self-awareness, and optimism. Originally from Russia, Agata met her German husband in the UK before settling in Zurich in 2011 Always wanted a large family- had her first three children in less than three years, followed by her fourth and...

What if pushing harder did more bad than good to building your business? Aurélie Litynski helps leaders create happier, more emotionally intelligent workplaces, and in this episode we talk about what happiness, emotional regulation, and real boundaries can look like when you are building a business and raising a family at the same time. What Aurélie shares: How becoming a mom pushed her to redefin...

Can pricing really build trust? Absolutely. And if you’ve ever hesitated to share your prices or felt unsure about how much to show and when , this episode will help you reframe that hesitation. In this solo episode, I take you behind the scenes of pricing transparency—what it really means, and why it matters more than many service-based businesses realize. We’ll explore the surprising connection...

Let’s face it, perimenopause sounds like a bad horror movie title, but it’s really just your body’s way of saying, ‘Surprise! Time for some changes!’ This episode is all about the real talk around this six to ten-year hormonal transition that often gets swept under the rug. Dr. Mary Pines joins us to shed light on what perimenopause actually is, and why it’s been the best-kept secret in women’s he...

Today's episode concludes our coverage of the webinar series of the 2025 International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work, an event organised by Rezalliance in partnership with FER Geneva, Narratives of Purpose, and Strukturelle. This final conversation comprehensively examines the pervasive issue of workplace burnout, revealing startling statistics that indicate as much...

Send us Fan Mail Karina shares her empowering unmedicated birth experience at Hirslanden Clinic in Zurich, where she welcomed her daughter Amalia Luna after navigating nine months of severe pregnancy nausea. First-time mother from Poland partnered with a Swiss father Endured persistent nausea throughout pregnancy that only subsided in the last trimester Prepared thoroughly for birth with meditatio...

In today's episode, we continue our coverage of the webinar series of the 2025 International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work, an event organised by Rezalliance in partnership with FER Geneva, Narratives of Purpose, and Strukturelle. This second conversation addresses the intersections of gender, ageism, and workplace dynamics, highlighting the challenges faced by olde...

Welcome to our three-part episode covering the webinar series of the 2025 International Day Against Harassment and for Inclusion in the World of Work, an event organised by Rezalliance in partnership with FER Geneva, Narratives of Purpose, and Strukturelle. This first episode delves into the intricate relationship between workplace harassment, mental health, and organisational culture. The speaker...

What if your biggest pricing challenge isn’t your market, your competition, or your offer—it's what’s going on in your head? In Part 2 of The Psychology of Pricing series, we shift our focus inward to explore how the psychology of pricing impacts your decisions far more than you might realize. Because even the most brilliant pricing strategy won’t work if you’re subconsciously undercutting yoursel...

Send us Fan Mail Belén shares her empowering birth journey from Argentina to Switzerland, demonstrating how informed choices and self-advocacy created a positive experience even when her birth plan changed. Her story highlights the importance of preparation, language accessibility, and strong postpartum support across continents. Originally from Argentina, fell in love with a Swiss man while trave...

Welcome back to Passport To Wealth! I'm Arielle Tucker CFP®, EA, and today’s episode is a short but meaningful send-off to our very first season. When Savannah and I launched this podcast, our mission was clear: to inform, empower, and support U.S. expats navigating life and money abroad. From cross-border taxes and cultural transitions to entrepreneurship and investing overseas, Season 1 covered...

Send us Fan Mail Ashley shares her remarkable journey through IVF , international moves, and a picture perfect birth which she was encouraged to share. Her story demonstrates how resilience, support networks, and finding peace in unexpected circumstances can create beautiful pregnancy and birth experiences despite complex logistics. Started trying to conceive naturally before turning to IVF after...

Understanding the psychology of pricing is one of the most powerful shifts you can make in your business—and in this two-part series, I’m breaking it down in a way that’s practical, eye-opening, and yes, even a little fun. In this first episode, I’m diving into the external side of pricing psychology: how your customers interpret, respond to, and are influenced by the prices you set. Because here’...

In this episode, we are joined by Emily Haines , CPA, and founder of Xpatax Solutions . Emily is an expert in U.S. taxation for expats, with years of experience helping individuals navigate the complexities of cross-border tax compliance. She specializes in making tax planning more accessible and stress-free, especially for Americans living in or connected to Germany. We dive into Emily’s personal...