The Expat Files: Living in Latin America

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The Expat Files: Living in Latin America episodes

October 21, 2024 The Expat Files 10.20.24
#1- More really crazy things that can only happen in Latin America:

#2- What about Ecuador?
For many reasons I have never really recommended having a Plan B in Ecuador, but somehow, lately things have gotten so bad there that its hard to even recommend a short term visit..

#3- Gas generator backup power for your Latin American home:
Do you really need to buy one? I'd say yes and here's why...
#4- Pushy Gringos and Expats:
#5- Your nest egg and how long it should last in Latin America?

#6- Gringos and Expats working for the man in Latin America (and NOT for yourself) :
What to expect and is it worth it?
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
the new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#8- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
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October 18, 2024 The Expat Files 10.18.23
#1- Get use to the fact that you will have one or more Propane Gas tanks if you decide live in Latin America:
Here’s what you need to know about your use of propane tanks…

#2- There definitely will be building, plumbing and electrical “code violations” in your Latin American house:
Should you be worried about those occasional leaks and electric shocks in the shower?

#3- You’ve probably heard the saying “God protects drunks, children and idiots”:
Funny how that seems to be an unofficial motto in Latin America..

#4- Electric stoves versus gas stoves in Latin America:
What type of kitchen stove is most practical for gringos and expats?

#5- Tesla Robo-Taxis are coming to Latin America. They will be welcomed with much fanfare and open arms… most especially by Latina Ladies and here's why…

#6- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
the new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#7- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]

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October 14, 2024 The Expat Files 10.13.23
#1- Latinos often say things like, “In time, my country will progress from 3rd world to 1st first world just like the USA”:
I see very little evidence of that. The sad truth is that 1st world countries are fast reverting to 3rd world status…

#2- Is your Latino house or apt properly wired?
Its important that all of your electrical outlets have an earth ground. Have you even checked?
#3- Living in Latin America you really need a small, cheap UPS (uninterrupted power supply) for your TV or monitor and here’s why:
#4- A word about house building and building inspectors in Latin America:
#5- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
the new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#6- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
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October 11, 2024 The Expat Files 10.11.23
#1- Skinflint Gringos and Expats -Part 2:

#2- What is the famous “Canasta Basica”???
It’s a term that means nothing to expats and gringos but is very very important to the average Latino and Latina…
#3- A funny thing happened on the way to the gas station:
#4- How and why Latinos are “idiot light” optimists:
#5- Are Latino politicians more (or less) toxically sociopathic than US politicians???
#6- Latin American supermarket chickens and eggs:
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
the new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#8- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
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October 04, 2024 The Expat Files 10.4.23
#1- Smart phone proliferation in Latin America:
Yes, Latinos everyone has one or more. Latinos are as hopelessly addicted to Fakebook and Tick Toc as North Americans. Yet smart phones have not made Latinos smarter, more efficient nor on time…

#2- “Only in Costa Rica, Brazil, Guatemala, Panama, etc., etc., (fill in the Latin country):
You hear that common phrase bandied about by gringos and expats… depending what Latin Country they happen to be living in…
#3- The facts about ordering stuff from Amazon while living in Latin America:

#4- Mexico elects to transport illegal aliens arriving at their southern Guatemalan border directly to the US border:
Mexicans do not want them lingering in their country so they are providing illegals secure buses and meals for the 550 mile trip…
#5- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
the new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#6- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
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September 29, 2024 The Expat Files 9.29.23
#1- Historic and beautiful colonial buildings are awfully nice. Gringos and expats love them … but the tip here is that when they come up for sale (and they often do) you’d be nuts to buy one:
#2- Latino governments don’t fluoridate their municipal water (That’s the good news). The bad news is they do chlorinate the shit out of it:
#3- The truth about those raw sugarcane sticks that kids out in the boonies love to suck on:

#4- Your “Gringo Advantage “ in love and romance”
Five more not well understood reasons why its nothing to sneeze at…
#5- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
the new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#6- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]

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September 27, 2024 The Expat Files 9.27.23
#1- Revisiting the many uses of rainforest hardwood in your Latin American home or apartment:
People love Latin American hardwoods and get frustrated when they find out they can't bring any of the stuff back to the states and here's why...

#2- Should gringos and expats invest in high return re-forestation and hardwood farm projects in Latin America?
Are they legit or scams?

#3- DIY projects in your Latin American home or apt:
What sorts of projects should you attempt and which ones are best left to the local craftsmen?

#4- Five good reasons why you should never use pine for houses garages or any buildings or pine for any DIY projects in Latin America:

#5- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
the new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
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September 23, 2024 The Expat Files 9.22.23
Descriptions - EXPAT FILES SHOW #1375 SUN, SEPT 22 (09-22-24)

#1- Do Haitians really eat cats and dogs?
Today’s first wild and crazy “boots on the ground” story direct from the mouths of Haitians …

#2- How Latinas “mother” their Gringo husbands and boyfriends:
The question is… do the men like it… or are they complaining?

#3- Can you differentiate Latinos originating from different countries by sight or by accent?
For example- Can you tell a Peruvian from a Mexican from a Costa Rican, etc., etc.?
#4- Find out how I was called a ”racist” well before it was even popular to call people “racist”.
#5- A cautionary email from another disgruntled Swedish listener:
#6- Are Argentines the most “racist” Latinos?
#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#8- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]
28 min
September 20, 2024 The Expat Files 9.20.24
#1- Ever notice that the vast majority of Latino homes appear to have been decorated with bad taste on an epic scale?
Today we give a gentile reminder as to why you should NOT let your Latina GF or wife decorate your home…

#2- The strange and often embarrassing habits of wealthy Latinos:
They should know better, but with wealth comes arrogance…

#3- Will millions of illegal Latinos in the USA really vote in the upcoming election?
Yes, you’ve heard that hypothesis but can it really be?
#4- A scary cautionary email from a Swedish listener:

#5- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":
The new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com
#6- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:

[email protected]
28 min
September 15, 2024 The Expat Files 9.15.24
#1- The restrictions when importing your car from the USA:
#2- A case of the ‘tragedy of the commons” in Latin America:

#3- Switching from plastic to paper bags ain’t so easy in Latin America:
Latinos have clogged their streets with plastic. Switching should be a good thing right? Not so fast...
#4- The truth about air quality in Latin American cities:
#5- “Gringo Envy” (yes it does exist) comes with some strange secondary effects:

#6- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2024 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com

#7- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at:
[email protected]

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