In this episode, we get into Sean’s extended stay in Medellín, Colombia—covering everything from safety and cost of living to the real scene behind its nightlife. Sean breaks down the perks of affordable housing, reliable internet, and why the city’s infrastructure blows away the stereotypes.

We get into the expat scene, coworking spaces like Selina, and how the Conscious Co-Working community is making waves. Plus, the unfiltered truth about its nightlife and the sex work industry.

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Takeaways

-Medellin, Colombia is a safe and clean city with well-maintained infrastructure.

-The expat community in Medellin is spread out, but efforts are being made to create a centralized community through events and networking.

-The Conscious Co-Working community aims to provide a space for collaboration, networking, and personal growth.

-Transportation options in Medellin include Uber, taxis, and public transport, and they are affordable and easily accessible.

-Living in Medellin is relatively inexpensive, with low costs for transportation, dining, and accommodation. Medellin, Colombia offers affordable housing and a comfortable climate

-The city has modern infrastructure and a streamlined payment system

-The Selina co-working space provides a convenient and affordable workspace

-The internet is reliable and phone plans are cheap

-There is a lack of community for digital nomads

-Colombians are not very verbal

-There is a surplus of apartments due to restrictions on buying property by foreigners

-The area of Pueblado has a vibrant nightlife scene and a prominent sex work industry

Chapters

00:00 Setting up in Medellin

02:28 Safety, Cleanliness, and Infrastructure

07:04 Transportation in Medellin

11:33 Conscious Co-Working Community

17:28 The Expat Community in Medellin

22:05 Affordable Living in Medellin

23:48 Surplus of Apartments and Vibrant Nightlife in Pueblado

29:28 Restrictions on Residency and Immigration

32:17 Customs and Immigration Process

34:47 Using Wise Card and Currency Exchange

37:34 Sex Work Industry in Medellin

41:16 Language Differences and Communication

44:40 Internet and Phone Services