In Living Color...Abroad

In this episode, you'll hear from Lewis, who is living abroad in Costa Rica! A former colleague and good friend, Lewis has lived in CR for eight years. He discusses his experience as a “gringo tico,” reflecting on his upbringing across multiple countries, including time growing up in the United States, and how moving frequently from a young age shaped his sense of identity and belonging. Lewis shares how navigating life between cultures has influenced the way he sees himself both in the U.S. and in Costa Rica, and why, after years abroad, Costa Rica has become his home. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we catch up with friends Julio and Hannah, who are living abroad in Switzerland! They share their experiences adjusting to life in a new country—including navigating Swiss social norms (like toilet-flushing habits! lol). We explore why they chose Switzerland, whether they’d ever move back to the U.S., and their hopes and dreams for their son, Matteo, as they embark on this journey abroad. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, talk with La'Nita, who's living abroad in Mexico! A previous guest of the pod, La'Nita shares what’s unfolded since her time as a Foreign Service Officer in Guatemala, including an unexpected job loss after returning to the U.S. and how that moment became a turning point. She opens up about navigating life transitions, building a new path as an entrepreneur and Reiki Master, and finding healing and purpose through spiritual work and perseverance. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we talk with Anita, who’s living abroad in Jamaica! Originally from the UK, Anita is an educator who has spent the last several years living abroad, first in Qatar, then Brazil. She’s now on sabbatical in Jamaica, reconnecting with her roots.

We talk about what it’s been like to settle in, the cultural shifts she’s experienced, and the emotional complexity of living in a place that feels both familiar and new.

Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I reflect on a memorable summer where I turned 35 (officially old man status), celebrated my mom’s 70th birthday, and took solo trips to the Bahamas and Jamaica. I open up about the highs and lows of solo travel, the inner conflicts it brings up for me, and how these experiences led me to think more deeply about mortality and the Stoic idea of memento mori. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I speak with my good friend and former colleague Giancarlo, a teacher at an international school in Costa Rica — the very same school he attended from kindergarten through high school! Gianca shares his unique perspective on growing up in what he calls a "bubble" and how that experience shaped him. Gianca also reflects on the core values his teachers instilled in him and how those values continue to influence his life. Now as an educator, Gianca discusses how he strives to pass those lessons on to his own students. Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, you will listen to a good friend of the pod, Brian, who is living abroad in Brazil! Brian discusses the highs and lows of living in Sao Paulo for the past 2 years and why he feels his experience is very similar to living back in the US. Lastly, Brian talks about his decision to move to Vietnam! Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we reunite with Gabe & Kis who are living abroad in Taiwan! They share exciting updates in their lives which include becoming dog owners, getting married, and starting a family! Gabe & Kis also discuss the joys and challenges they've experienced along the way, and what's next as they prepare to welcome their baby girl into the world (I'm going to be an honorary uncle! lol). Hope you enjoy!

HAPPY NEW YEAR! In this episode, I discuss my trip to the lovely island of St. Maarten! I talk about how this trip came about, best/worst parts of the trip, and MUST-SEE locations! Lastly, I reflect on my hiatus and how I plan to pivot in order to keep the podcast (and good vibes!) going. Hope you enjoy!

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In this episode, I reflect on one year living back home in NYC after 4 years abroad in Costa Rica (time flies!). I also discuss turning 34 (old man!), island hopping in the Caribbean, and quality time with family. But the big question is: Am I fully acclimated to living back home?

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