The Expat Money Show - With Mikkel Thorup

In today’s episode, Marc and I get together again to discuss Europe’s self-inflicted AC crisis, Paraguay’s new residency restriction, and Peru finally settling on a new, right-leaning President.  Enjoy!    IN TODAY’S EPISODE Tune in as Marc and I discuss Peru's newly elected government and why Latin America continues to move in a different direction than Europe Listen in as we break down Euro...

Casco Viejo in Panama City wasn't always the vibrant, world-class destination it is today. Just a few decades ago, much of the historic district had been left to decay and certainly not a place you’d visit if you were in the country. Today, it stands as one of Latin America's greatest urban revival stories. In today's episode, I sit down with my good friend and Panama developer Simone Di Giovanni...

Colombia's election this week is just an example of the trend I've been calling for years: Freedom is Rising in Latin America.  In today's episode, Marc and I give our instant reaction to the victory of "El Tigre", Abelardo De La Espriella, as Colombia's new President. Enjoy!   THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2026: FREEDOM IS RISING IN LATIN AMERICA! Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Fre...

While Colombia appears poised to reject socialism at the ballot box, Peru finds itself locked in one of the tightest and most contentious elections in recent memory. Latin America has been providing no shortage of interesting stories lately, and this week we're diving all the way in. In today's episode, Marc and I break down the major political developments unfolding across the region and why you...

In today's episode, I sit down with Joey Langenbrunner, founder of Nomad Layer. We discuss why tax residency is one of the most important pieces of an offshore Plan-B, and how Próspera, in Honduras, is building a new approach to tax residency for people who live, work, and invest across multiple countries.   IN TODAY’S EPISODE Tune in as we explain why having no tax residency at all may be on...

{Note: Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are accepted as forms of payment for the project discussed in today's episode.} After revealing the brand new coastal community we’re building in Panama in Part One, the questions started pouring in. From residency and financing to rental income and long-term lifestyle planning, attendees wanted to know exactly how this community is actually going to funct...

{Note: Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are accepted as forms of payment for the project discussed in today's episode.} For nearly 7 years, I have called Panama my home. And I’ve helped a ton of people help to make it their home as well, whether as a “Plan-B” or as their primary residence. But there’s one thing I always get asked about that Panama has been missing… until now. In this episode, I'...

For years, Canada sold the image of stability, prosperity, and common-sense governance. But for many Canadians, the glorious image of the Maple Leaf has been rapidly cracking.  In today’s episode, I sit down with Shaun Newman to discuss the current political and economic climate in Canada, the growing Alberta independence movement, and why more Canadians are looking for ways to protect their wealt...

Peru recently held an election, and the chaotic fallout exposed just how fragile institutional trust can become. Delayed vote counts, disputed tally sheets, weak institutions, and a growing sense that nobody is fully in control have shaken confidence and rattled investors. In today’s episode, I break down what happened during Peru’s 2026 election, why uncertainty terrifies investors more than bad...

For years, Dubai sold the dream: sunshine, safety, luxury, and 0% income tax. But what happens when geopolitical reality crashes into that dream? In today’s episode, I share a conversation about living in the UAE, why I chose to leave years before the current conflict escalated, and what today’s instability reveals about the risks many expats ignore until it’s too late.   IN TODAY’S EPISODE T...

The world isn’t just reacting to another geopolitical headline; it’s being repriced in real time. From Iran and the Strait of Hormuz to Europe’s fragile energy position, this episode breaks down why this isn’t just an oil story; it’s a deliverability crisis that could reshape inflation, markets, and your financial future. In today’s episode, I explain what’s really happening beneath the headlines...

In today's episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down the latest in expat–related news, from Canada’s wealth exodus to the new Paraguay Investor Pass to the defeat of Orbán in Hungary, and much more.   IN TODAY’S EPISODE Tune in as we discuss Canada’s sharp drop in venture capital funding and why the smart money has been fleeing Canada in droves  Find out what Viktor Orbán's loss of powe...

From the U.S. being embroiled in an on-again, off-again war with Iran to Russia’s multi-year conflict in Ukraine, the idea that world superpowers becoming engaged in a hot conflict is no longer some far-flung theoretical exercise; rather, it’s knocking on our door.  In this episode, we take a look back at a conversation that is more relevant today than ever, examining the regions and countries tha...

World War 3 isn’t coming…it’s been unfolding in front of our very eyes. From rising tensions in the Middle East and Europe, recent events are a reminder that, in many ways, we already are a world at war.  In today’s episode, I’m joined by my co-host, Marc Clair, as we break down what is happening around the world. From ceasefires to movement restrictions, we discuss how these changes impact real p...

Geopolitical risk in the Middle East is back in the spotlight, and for many people, it’s raising deeper questions about stability, long-term planning, and where to build a life. Recent events have forced a conversation that most prefer to ignore: what happens when you’re living in a region exposed to conflicts far beyond your control? In today’s episode, I share a personal story about why I chose...

Brazil’s Northeast is quickly becoming one of the most compelling real estate opportunities in the world, and today, we continue to build on yesterday’s episode with a deeper dive into the region. In today’s episode, I sat down again with Michael Kruger to answer the biggest questions from our community and go deeper into the practical side of this opportunity. If you listened to yesterday’s episo...

Brazil is one of the few countries with a massive, self-sustaining economy. powered by a population of over 200 million, one region in particular continues to stand out. In the Northeast, growth is now outpacing the national average, driving demand for higher-quality beachfront living that still hasn’t been fully met. In today’s episode, I’m joined by our trusted partner in Brazil, Michael Kruger,...

The U.S. under Donald Trump has been redrawing its map of allies in Latin America…and not every country has made the cut. At the recent Shield of the Americas Summit, representatives from 12 Latin American countries, handpicked by U.S. President Donald Trump, convened to discuss joint security and anti-cartel operations. In today’s episode, I recap the summit and discuss the implications for expat...

From the war in Iran to rumblings of the U.S. “taking” Cuba, it’s been an eventful few weeks in the geopolitical world, to say the least. With the world feeling more chaotic than ever, a group of freedom-seekers came together for our second annual Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference here in Panama City. In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I recap the weekend that was while also ta...

For a time, Ecuador was one of South America’s most attractive expat destinations; low cost of living, a great climate, a dollarized economy and straightforward residency pathways. ….then crime exploded, and Ecuador stopped feeling like a country with expat upside… Until Daniel Noboa stepped in. In today’s episode, I break down one of the most important political shifts happening in Latin America...

Some countries are peaking… others are just getting started. In today’s episode, you’ll hear a conversation that I recorded during one of my recent Paraguay Exploration & Investment Tours, where I sat down with Gerold Pankl to talk about what he’s seeing after nearly two decades of living, investing, and building in Paraguay as a foreigner.  Gerold first arrived in Paraguay through agricultura...

In today's episode, we pick up where we left off with my friend and business partner, Fernando de Cevallos, for a live Q&A session about the transformation happening inside Paraguay’s most important region. This discussion followed the special live presentation we hosted for hundreds of members of the Expat Money Community. We cover everything from expected net returns and capital appreciation...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Fernando de Cevallos, my friend and business partner, and one of the key people behind a decade-plus development surge in one of the country’s most strategic regions. He’s been in the middle of the transformation while everyone else was busy “discovering” it after the fact… and now he’s rolling out a project in Paraguay that doesn’t look anything like what’d you’d...

Most politicians talk about reform, but there are very few who actually pick up a shovel and start filling potholes themselves. And in the case of Panama City’s Mayor, Mayer Mizrachi, he’s done exactly that.  In today’s episode, I’ll share with you the story of Panama City’s young, savvy, crypto-friendly Mayor. He’s no career politician, not by a longshot. He’s a tech entrepreneur and a former pol...

Many people falsely assume residency programs will be there when they’re “ready.” In reality, these programs are always evolving: investment thresholds rise, processes become more complicated, and what was once straightforward becomes harder and more expensive to achieve the same outcome. In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down why Panama is seeing a surge of serious interest ri...