Expatriotical

In this episode, I share a life update and explain why the "radio silence" (pun intended) for the past several weeks. It's been a bit of a roller coaster, so tune in and catch up!

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• Other References: Kendra Adachi  of The Lazy Genius.

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

Moving is stressful, but it's also an adventure! Listen in today as I share my first impressions of Singapore (spoiler alert: I loved it), when I visited last month. As well as tips (or maybe thoughts or suggestions are a more accurate way of wording it) on how to prepare for an international move.

Plus, stay tuned until the end to hear about this episode's "Chan Select", which is a restaurant that I am so sad I discovered only at the end of my time in Paris. And there may be some singing at the end as well... it's quite the episode. So listen in!

• This episode's "Chan Select": Le Vrai Paris
• Visit the Expatriotical website here.
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• Quote of the Day: "Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end." -Seneca
• Other References: Closing Time by Semisonic

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

In this inaugural episode of Season 2 of Expatriotical, I share what my family and I did over the summer, along with some really big announcements. (Good ones, I promise!) For a hint as to the biggest news, check out Expatriotical.com for this episode's cover art and see if you can guess.

This summer was filled with the marvelous, the mundane, and everything in the middle! Listen in as I share it all. Plus stay tuned for a very tasty state-side "Chan Select".

• This week's "Chan Select": Cactus Flower Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
• Visit the Expatriotical website here.
• Follow on Instagram: @Expatriotical
• Quote of the Day: ""It’s impossible,” said pride. “It’s risky,” said experience. “It’s pointless,” said reason. “Give it a try,” whispered the heart.”"
• Episode Reference: Episode 9: Lost in Translation

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

Sometimes a film beautifully encapsulates the joys, perils, and pitfalls that we experience in life and this movie does that impeccably for the life of an expat! Listen in as I share my major takeaways after watching the film and why this needs to be your next flick for movie night.

Plus listen all the way to the end for an important announcement.👍🏽

• This week’s “Chan Select”: The Unsung Hero  movie. Watch the trailer here.
• Visit the Expatriotical website here.
• Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical
• Quote of the Day: "If you want to change the world, go home and love your family." -Mother Teresa
• Episode Reference: Episode 65: Empowering Expat Partners with Emma at Zestie
• Other References: The Irish Blessing

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

What happens when you get an expat assignment and your partner has the opportunity to keep (via online working) or transfer their job to your new country? How do you juggle "all the things" without having your old support system and whilst navigating life in a new country?

My guests this episode have been successfully doing that for almost 2 years. When Sarah Dale got the opportunity of a lifetime from her employer to move to Paris and her husband, Bryan Johnson, also had the ability to continue working (virtually) as a partner with his U.S.-based law firm, they took the plunge and dove into life abroad.

Listen in today as Sarah and Bryan share the adventure they have been on, including how they have made parenting three young children, working successful careers, having social lives, and travel... all work out.

Plus stay tuned for a delicious Paris-based "Chan Select" that is not to be missed!

• This episode's "Chan Select": Zhao
• Sign up for our newsletter on the Expatriotical website and get the free Paris "Chan Select" Eateries PDF!
• Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical
• Episode Reference: Episode 65: Empowering Expat Partners with Emma at Zestie

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

Being an expat partner (or C.I.P., Completely Irreplaceable Partner, as we like to call it at Expatriotical), can be really hard, but thankfully there are amazing people like Emma at Zestie that can be in your corner to guide you through and help you settle in and find your "zen".

In this episode, I sit down with expat partner coach, Emma, and really dig into what it's like to be an expat partner as she shares her experience of transitioning from being a traditional expat to becoming the expat partner.

This interview is deep and chalk full of goodness, so listen in!

• This episode's "Chan Select": Emma at Zestie
• Sign up for our newsletter on the Expatriotical website and get the free Paris "Chan Select" Eateries PDF!
• Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical
• Other References: Atomic Habits by James Clear

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

In today's episode, host Chandra Alley shares some travel tips as well as a couple of pitfalls that she and her family experienced as they took a train trip through Germany, stopping in two other (fabulous) countries along the way. Chandra also relates how the unexpected parts of their adventure turned into really joyful and meaningful experiences.

Some of which led to this episode's delicious  "Chan Select". Listen in and enjoy the ride!

• This episode's "Chan Select": Au Petit Bois Vert
• Sign up for our newsletter on the Expatriotical website and get the free Paris "Chan Select" Eateries PDF!
• Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical
• Episode reference: Episode 51: Types of Expats (TOEs)- The Government-Sponsored Expat with Regan Schnoell and Episode 55: TOEs (Types of Expats)- The NGO & Missionary Expat with Brooke Anderson
• Quote of the Day: "Trains are wonderful… to travel by train is to see nature and human beings, towns and churches and rivers, in fact to see life." -Agatha Christie
• Other References: Köln-Düsseldorfer Cruises

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

In today's third and final episode of The Highlights of Paris miniseries, Chandra shares 5 amazing day trips you can take while visiting Paris. From history and elegance, to nature, great food, and art these places have something for everyone!

Plus, listen to the end for a delicious "Chan Select" this is linked to one of the day trips in this episode.

• This episode's "Chan Select": Le Bistro 9
• Sign up for our newsletter on the Expatriotical website and get the free Paris "Chan Select" Eateries PDF!
• Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical
• Episode Reference: Episode 61: The Highlights of Paris- Part 2
• Quote of the Day: "A picture is worth a thousand words." -Napoleon Bonaparte
• Other References: GetYourGuide

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

In today's episode Chandra dives back into the once-a-month, TOEs (or Types of Expats) series in an incredible interview with Nancy De Losa, co-founder of A'qto Cycling; a company that offers the most incredible taste of Italy to its guests regardless of if they are a cyclist or not.

Nancy shares her experience with both the beauty and the difficulties of what it's like to live half of the year in one country and half the year in another- as a part-time expat. She also paints a stunning picture of experiencing Italy from a different perspective- whether it's from the seat of a bike or while taking a hike... Listen in and let yourself dream!

• This episode's "Chan Select": A'qto Cycling
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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!

Welcome back to the second part in a three-part mini series on hitting the "highlights" while visiting Paris. In today's episode there are some hidden gems, surprises (including things to see/do), AND a special giveaway!

Plus listen for today's "Chan Select", which happens to be one of Chandra's "go tos" when she's hungry and on the "go" in Paris.

• This episode's "Chan Select" Pret-a-Manger
• Follow us on Instagram: @Expatriotical
• Visit the new Expatriotical website!
• Episode Reference: Episode 53: Favorite Foods Since Becoming an Expat
• Quote of the Day: "Though I have often looked for one, I finally had to admit that there could be no cure for Paris.” -The Paris Wife by Paula Mclain
• Other Resources: The Choice of Paris and the Bonjour App

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"Live and Travel in the Know" with Expatriotical!