Expat Experts

I Moved to Italy Alone as a PhD Student – Here's What Actually Happened

Send us a message!👩🏼‍🎓🇮🇹 In this episode, we sit down with Sofia Vrettou, a Greek researcher and expat currently living in Italy, to explore what it really takes to build a life abroad — emotionally, culturally, and personally. Sofia shares her journey from Greece to Bologna as a PhD researcher, the cultural differences she experienced between Greek and Italian life, how identity shifts when you move countries, and the challenges of adapting to new academic and social environments.We discuss:The emotional side of living abroadLanguage barriers & cultural surprisesHow to build community when starting overThe beauty of blending culturesRediscovering yourself outside your home country🎧 Whether you're already abroad, planning to relocate, or simply curious about expat life — this conversation is for you.📲 Follow Sofia on:https://www.instagram.com/sofiavrettou_/Support the showCheck the episodes in video in Youtube 🎥:https://www.youtube.com/@expatsexpertsFollow us on social media 📲:https://www.instagram.com/expatexperts_podcast⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@expatexperts_podcast⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/expatexpertspodcast⁠ 🌎✈️ Join our Expat Network now and connect with a global community of like-minded adventurers!

From 9–5 Jobs in Australia to Slow Travel in Southeast Asia

Send us a message!🏯 👧🏽 What happens when you sell most of what you own, leave behind stable 9–5 jobs, and decide to slow travel through Southeast Asia? Meet Zanesta & Nabeel, the creators behind Tiny Detour. Originally from Australia, they traded routine for freedom, leaning into lifestyle arbitrage and building a life on their own terms.In this episode of the Expat Experts Podcast, we dive into their expat journey as a couple:Why they left Australia for slow travel in Southeast AsiaThe biggest challenges & surprising moments of living abroad togetherHow they balance finances, relationships, and uncertaintyTheir best advice for mid-career professionals considering a similar leapFun cultural comparisons through our travel mini-gamesA hilarious story from their adventures on the road👉 Whether you’re dreaming of leaving the 9–5, curious about lifestyle arbitrage, or already living abroad, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about work, life, and freedom.📲 Follow Nabeel and Zanesta on:https://www.youtube.com/@tinydetour/https://www.instagram.com/tiny.detour/https://tiny-detour2024.kit.com/6453a798c5PodMatchLike a dating app by matching hosts and guests for podcast interviews with process automations.VidIQHelps you acquire the tools and knowledge needed to grow your audience faster on YouTube and beyond.PodcastpageMakes it easy to create powerful podcast websites in minutes. Without coding.BuzzsproutThe easiest way to start a podcast. Gets your podcast online and into Apple, YouTube, and Spotify.Riversideis your online studio for high-quality podcast and video recording and editing. Powered by AI.OpusClipCreate amazing and trending clips out of your own interviews with OpusClip!Level8 LuggagesUse code LEVEL8Expat10 at checkout for 10% off your next travel companion!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showCheck the episodes in video in Youtube 🎥:https://www.youtube.com/@expatsexpertsFollow us on social media 📲:https://www.instagram.com/expatexperts_podcast⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@expatexperts_podcast⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/expatexpertspodcast⁠ 🌎✈️ Join our Expat Network now and connect with a global community of like-minded adventurers!

Want to Live as a Digital Nomad? Aleksandar Svetski Shares His Secrets 💻 🌎

Send us a message!Unlock the untold story of Aleksandar Svetski, an entrepreneur who overcame $250K in debt by age 20, lived as a digital nomad, and eventually launched the app Satlantis.io—a radical new vision for social mapping.In this episode, we dive deep into:Aleks’s expat & digital nomad journey: How hopping across cultures shaped his mindset and career.From $250K debt to startup hustle: What resilience, discipline, and Bitcoin taught him.The philosophy behind Satlantis, and why he believes Bitcoin is more than money—it’s freedom.Mini-games like "Nomad Picks: Bullish or Bearish?" and "Pack, Burn, or Stack?" that reveal his expat preferences and values.Practical life hacks for other location-independent entrepreneurs looking to thrive abroad.📲 Follow Satlantis on:https://www.satlantis.io/https://instagram.com/joinSatlantishttps://x.com/joinsatlantishttps://www.linkedin.com/company/satlantis.io/ 📲 Follow Aleks on:https://www.instagram.com/svetskiwrites/https://substack.com/@svetskiwriteshttps://www.youtube.com/@SvetskiWritesPodMatchLike a dating app by matching hosts and guests for podcast interviews with process automations.VidIQHelps you acquire the tools and knowledge needed to grow your audience faster on YouTube and beyond.PodcastpageMakes it easy to create powerful podcast websites in minutes. Without coding.BuzzsproutThe easiest way to start a podcast. Gets your podcast online and into Apple, YouTube, and Spotify.Riversideis your online studio for high-quality podcast and video recording and editing. Powered by AI.OpusClipCreate amazing and trending clips out of your own interviews with OpusClip!Level8 LuggagesUse code LEVEL8Expat10 at checkout for 10% off your next travel companion!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showCheck the episodes in video in Youtube 🎥:https://www.youtube.com/@expatsexpertsFollow us on social media 📲:https://www.instagram.com/expatexperts_podcast⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@expatexperts_podcast⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/expatexpertspodcast⁠ 🌎✈️ Join our Expat Network now and connect with a global community of like-minded adventurers!

Surprising Truths About Expat Parenting Abroad! 👶🏼🌍

Send us a message!🤰✈️ In this episode, Angela Vitiello, founder of the Expat Parenting Collective, discusses the unique aspects of raising kids abroad. She shares insights on navigating culture shock as an expat family and offers valuable parenting tips for those considering moving abroad. Whether you're already an expat parent or contemplating the move, this episode provides essential guidance.Ever wonder about the intricacies of being an  expat parent? In this week's episode, we have an insightful discussion of raising kids abroad. Angela Vitiello shares her experience as an expat family in different countries, providing valuable parenting advice and strategies for navigating parenting challenges.📲 Follow Angela on:https://www.expatparentingcollective.com/https://vitielloconsulting.com/https://www.instagram.com/expatparentingcollective/https://www.instagram.com/itsangelavitiello/PodMatchLike a dating app by matching hosts and guests for podcast interviews with process automations.VidIQHelps you acquire the tools and knowledge needed to grow your audience faster on YouTube and beyond.PodcastpageMakes it easy to create powerful podcast websites in minutes. Without coding.BuzzsproutThe easiest way to start a podcast. Gets your podcast online and into Apple, YouTube, and Spotify.Riversideis your online studio for high-quality podcast and video recording and editing. Powered by AI.OpusClipCreate amazing and trending clips out of your own interviews with OpusClip!Level8 LuggagesUse code LEVEL8Expat10 at checkout for 10% off your next travel companion!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showCheck the episodes in video in Youtube 🎥:https://www.youtube.com/@expatsexpertsFollow us on social media 📲:https://www.instagram.com/expatexperts_podcast⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@expatexperts_podcast⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/expatexpertspodcast⁠ 🌎✈️ Join our Expat Network now and connect with a global community of like-minded adventurers!

Life in Italy as an American: Embracing Culture, Challenges & Growth 🇺🇸🇮🇹

Send us a message!🇮🇹 🐎 What’s it really like to live in Italy as an American? We talk with Mike Manchester — an American expat who moved from Denver to Siena over 20 years ago and built his life in Italy. Mike co-founded an intercultural study abroad program, raised a bilingual family in Bologna, and even teaches English through improv! Mike touches on the teaching of English in Italian classrooms, pointing out that the current methods don't help students with real english conversation.Mike shares his personal experience of discovering a talent for english speaking after joining a special program, helping them learn english and improving their english pronunciation. This highlights some nuances of english grammar for beginners.🎧 In this conversation, you’ll learn:🔹 How Mike turned a study abroad semester into a lifelong adventure🔹 The biggest expat challenges and culture shocks he faced in Italy🔹 Surprising differences between Siena and Bologna🔹 One Expat Life Hack that helps anyone fit into a new culture🔹 Why improv might be the secret to learning languages faster🔹 Funny stories from Mike’s time teaching, traveling, and adapting to Italian life📲 Follow Mike on:https://www.improconversation.comhttps://www.instagram.com/improconversation/https://www.mikeallovertheplace.comhttps://www.instagram.com/mikeallovertheplace/PodMatchLike a dating app by matching hosts and guests for podcast interviews with process automations.VidIQHelps you acquire the tools and knowledge needed to grow your audience faster on YouTube and beyond.PodcastpageMakes it easy to create powerful podcast websites in minutes. Without coding.BuzzsproutThe easiest way to start a podcast. Gets your podcast online and into Apple, YouTube, and Spotify.Riversideis your online studio for high-quality podcast and video recording and editing. Powered by AI.OpusClipCreate amazing and trending clips out of your own interviews with OpusClip!Level8 LuggagesUse code LEVEL8Expat10 at checkout for 10% off your next travel companion!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showCheck the episodes in video in Youtube 🎥:https://www.youtube.com/@expatsexpertsFollow us on social media 📲:https://www.instagram.com/expatexperts_podcast⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@expatexperts_podcast⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/expatexpertspodcast⁠ 🌎✈️ Join our Expat Network now and connect with a global community of like-minded adventurers!