This week Jeff and Marisa talked about the five big regrets of the dying. Morbid sounding? It's not...

This is all about learning from people who had wished they had lived life another way. You can take these lessons and apply them to your life right now, before it's too late. Here are the things they talked about:

💫 “I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself.”
Too many of us follow blueprints built by others. Here’s how to start listening to your own voice instead of the world’s.

💼 “I wish I hadn’t worked so hard.”
The grind feels like a flex, until it’s not. We dig into what “enough” really looks like and how to create a life where you don't need to feel like you have to distract yourself with work accomplishments.

💬 “I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings.”
Unspoken feelings turn into resentment towards yourself and others. How honesty, even when it hurts you and others, leads to deeper connection and peace.

🤝 “I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends.”
Life gets busy, but relationships are what it's all about. Simple ways to rekindle old bonds and keep your people close no matter where you are.

😊 “I wish I had let myself be happier.”
We talk about permission to feel okay with yourself, being present, and the little choices that build a lighter life.

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Have you ever lived/traveled to a place where you got the feels that something wasn't quite right? Have you ever landed somewhere and felt "Oh my god, this feels like a home I've never lived in before!"

That's because your nervous system has a geography! It's not woo-woo, it's fact.

There's some science to this! And it's based on your personality traits. Literally, there are aspects to your personality that can/do determine where you should be traveling. In this episode we talk about:

🌎 Where you thrive vs. where you wilt: the Big Five traits, what they are and where they're mapped across the world.

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Legalese and logistics shouldn’t stop you from living and working anywhere. In this episode, we unpack the confusing stuff: work-from-anywhere policies vs. hire-from-anywhere roles, W-2 vs. 1099, employer-of-record (EOR), visas, and taxes.

So you know what job listings actually mean and how to navigate them. No promises, no legal advice, just clear explanations and what to consider next.

Highlights:

🧭 Why this feels overwhelming — The “legal stuff” that keeps people from even applying.
🏷️ WFA vs. HFA (the #1 confusion) — Policy (where employees may work) vs. hiring scope (who they can legally employ).
🌍 Time zones & trade-offs — Yes, Bali is dreamy… but 2 a.m. meetings are real, and a fair ask.
🧾 W-2 vs. 1099, explained — Security, benefits, flexibility, and real positives on both sides.
🧩 What is an Employer of Record (EOR)? — The third-party workaround that lets companies hire globally (and pay you locally).
📬 Where to find legit WFA jobs — The email list shout-out and why curated roles matter.
🛂 Visas, simplified — Tourist stays vs. digital-nomad visas (and why you shouldn’t solve visas before you have the job).
💰 Taxes, simplified — The high-level view, why it depends on you and the country, and when to speak to a pro.

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***Not legal/tax advice. Your situation is unique—consult a qualified professional for specifics.

Jeff and Marisa dive deep into hustle culture, the infamous “996” work schedule, and why overwork isn’t just toxic, it’s literally taking years off our lives.

From Silicon Valley badge-of-honor busyness to nomads redefining success, this episode is a reality check on what really matters: health, freedom, and time.

🔑 Episode Highlights:

🧳 Nomad Life as a Wake-Up Call — How travel revealed there’s another way to live.

🏆 Titles vs. Time — Why chasing job titles is an identity trap.

🧠 Overwork = Smoking? — The shocking stats showing how workaholism slashes your lifespan.

Perfect for anyone questioning hustle culture, corporate conditioning, or craving a healthier definition of success.

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Every few months, another article comes out declaring that “digital nomad life is over.” Usually written by someone who hated it, moved back home, and now insists everyone else should too.

In this episode, we’re calling B.S. and breaking down the 10 most common reasons people actually give up on nomad life—from loneliness to burnout to money stress. Some are valid. Some are myths. All of them are worth talking about.

🕒 Episode Highlights:

🏢 The Latest “Nomad Life is Dead” Article
Why the media keeps pushing people back to the office.

👯 Loneliness & Shallow Friendships
Why some nomads can’t find real connection, and how to avoid it.

📶 Internet & Work Challenges
The practical hurdles of trying to stay productive anywhere.

🧠 Mental Health & Burnout
Why nomad life won’t “fix” deeper issues, and what helps instead.

🌞 Heat & Humidity

Yeah, some places are hot, and some are humid...it's not a reason to give up on the digital nomad lifestyle

🤯 Distractions happen

You wouldn't believe the "reason" this person gave as a hardship of traveling as a digital nomad...

🎧 Tune in for laughs, honesty, and practical tips to avoid the pitfalls that send nomads packing.

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Not all “remote jobs" mean the same thing. Some let you log in from anywhere in the world, others tie you to a city or region, and many have hidden expectations around hours, objectives, or even eligibility.

In this episode, we break down what remote really means, how to read between the lines in job postings, and which setups actually give you the freedom you’re looking for.

🔎 11 different kinds of remote jobs
What each model really implies for your day-to-day life.

📑 The fine print in job postings
Which details are negotiable—and which can lock you in.

🏢 Company examples we like
Real-world cases of remote done right.

🌍 Work from anywhere vs. Hire from anywhere
Why the difference matters more than you think.

🎧 Tune in to make sure your next “remote job” truly fits the lifestyle you want.

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We’re back with Part Two of the Digital Nomad Location Awards...and this time we’re giving shoutouts to the places that stood out for food, vibes, community, and more.

If you’ve ever wondered where nomads go for the best meals, the most inspiring environments, or the strongest sense of belonging, this episode has you covered.

Grab a drink (we did 🍻) and get ready to add a few new spots to your must-visit list.

🍜 Best Food Scene
Which country stole our hearts (and stomachs) with its eats.

🎨 Most Inspiring Vibes
The cities that make you feel creative the second you land.

🤝 Strongest Community Feel
Where nomads actually connect beyond surface-level.

💸 [00:35] Best Bang for Your Buck
Top picks for affordable living without cutting corners.

🌿 [00:44] Chillest Places to Recharge
The locations where slowing down just feels right.

🤣 [00:52] Funniest Stories Along the Way
Unexpected moments that could only happen as a nomad.

🎧 Tune in for laughs, surprises, and maybe your next destination.

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What happens when someone who’s been listening to the show for years finally takes the leap into digital nomad life?

In this episode, we talk with Jeremy, a longtime podcast listener and now a full-time nomad, about his path from discovering Beach Commute to working remotely in Italy. He shares his story of searching for the right resources, making bold moves, and finding his way into a lifestyle many only dream about.

If you’ve ever thought, “Could I actually do this?” Jeremy’s story is proof that the answer might just be yes.

🕒 Episode Highlights:

👋 Meet Jeremy
A longtime listener calling in from Italy shares how he first found the podcast.

🔎 Discovering Beach Commute
How searching for “digital nomad podcasts” changed his direction.

✈️ The Spark That Made Him Take ActionWhy hearing other people’s stories helped him believe this lifestyle was possible.

🇮🇹 Life in Italy
What day-to-day remote work looks like when your backyard is Europe.

💡 Biggest Lessons Learned
From fears to freedom—Jeremy shares what surprised him most about becoming a nomad.

❤️ Advice for Future Nomads
What he wishes more people knew before starting out.

You can find Jeremy on Instagram at @journeywithjeremy

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring conversation that shows how the nomad dream goes from podcast episodes… to real life.

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Have you ever Googled tips on how to ace an interview? Some recommendations are dead-on, and some are absolutely insane. Jeff and Marisa break down the biggest "hacks" on the web.

🕒 Episode Highlights:

😂 [00:08] The Weirdest Job Interview Tips on the Internet
From chewing gum before you walk in, to “power stances” straight out of a superhero movie.

🤔 [00:27] Sorting the Ridiculous from the Useful
Believe it or not, a couple of these actually might help.

🙈 [00:37] Tips That Could Cost You the Job
Why some advice will leave the hiring manager more confused than impressed.

💡 [00:49] Our Take: What Really Matters in Interviews
Forget gimmicks—here’s what you should actually focus on if you want to stand out.

🎭 [01:10] Humor, Humanity & Being Yourself
Why authenticity (and a little personality) beats all the hacks every single time.

🎧 Listen for equal parts comedy and clarity—you’ll laugh at the wild hacks and leave knowing exactly what not to do.

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What does it really look like to build a digital nomad lifestyle that lasts years, not just months?

In this episode, Marisa sat down with Blythe, a longtime listener of the show who’s been living the remote work dream across the globe.

She shares what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what she wishes every new digital nomad knew before getting started.

Whether you’re dreaming of your first trip or wondering how to make this lifestyle sustainable, you’ll find honest advice, funny stories, and surprising takeaways from someone who’s truly been there.

🕒 Episode Highlights:

• 👋 Meet Blythe: From podcast listener to full-time digital nomad guest and why she calls herself the “grandmother of digital nomads” 👵🌍

• 🦘The first big leap: how she decided to leave home and start traveling

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• 🤯 Biggest challenges: In the early months abroad (and how she overcame them)

🐢 Travel speed: The unexpected benefits of slow travel vs. fast travel

🤗 Community: Building friendships and community as a long-term nomad

She also talks about: How remote work has shaped her day-to-day freedom, dealing with fear, uncertainty, and burnout on the road, and lessons only years of nomad life can teach you and what she’d do differently if she started today

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