Two Expats Abroad

In Part 2, Sam Raiano goes deeper.

We get into the patterns he's noticed over 5 years of running Freedom Warriors.

Why people quit in summer, what "the process" actually means, and why your goals are never really the point.

Plus Sam opens up about the real struggles of moving abroad, loneliness, and what it took to find his feet in Poland.

Raw, honest and genuinely useful.

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🔗 Find Sam and Freedom Warriors: https://www.freedomwarriors.co.uk/

Sam Raiano is an Italian entrepreneur, high performance coach and founder of Freedom Warriors — a radical accountability community helping business owners stop talking and start doing.

In Part 1, Sam opens up about moving to Poland, hitting rock bottom, not leaving his house for 3 months, and accidentally building one of the most energetic accountability communities in the property space.

This is one of the most raw conversations we've had on Two Expats Abroad.🔔

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Find Sam and Freedom Warriors: https://www.instagram.com/sam_raiano/

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 — Introducing Sam Raiano

1:30 — How Sam stumbled into coaching by accident

3:00 — Moving to Poland and hitting a dark point

6:00 — Not leaving the house for 3 months

8:00 — The toilet camera story

10:00 — Documenting everything on Facebook — people started listening

12:00 — The Zoom link that started it all

14:00 — The first ever Morning Fight Club session

16:00 — Growing from 4 members to 15-20

18:00 — The philosophy behind Morning Fight Club

21:00 — The men-only controversy

24:00 — What separates Sam from everyone else: "I care"

26:00 — The Norway story that proved it was working

28:00 — 4 years running Freedom Warriors at a loss

30:00 — What Freedom Warriors actually offers day to day

32:00 — What does freedom really mean?

34:00 — Scaling a community without losing the personal touch

36:00 — "2 minutes to make a difference"

In Part 2 of our conversation with travel writer and author Nathan Thomas, we dive into a rapid-fire round covering travel, writing habits, digital nomad life, and the realities of building a life across countries.

Nathan shares why he believes Poland remains one of the most underrated countries in Europe, what it is like travelling internationally with a young child, and the unexpected trade-offs that come with location-independent work.

We also explore productivity, creativity, and how modern technology has quietly changed how we travel and experience the world.

The episode finishes with a fast-paced round on books, work habits, travel preferences, and the places that have shaped Nathan’s life abroad.

If you're interested in travel, writing, entrepreneurship, and the realities of living between cultures, this episode is for you.

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

00:38 Best city to walk at 2AM

01:45 Window seat or aisle?

02:18 Travelling internationally with a baby

04:05 The most underrated country in Europe

05:08 Pierogi or fish and chips

05:42 Paper maps vs Google Maps

06:44 Coffee or tea when writing

07:35 The best time of day for difficult work decisions

08:27 Paperback or hardcover books

09:20 The one app you would keep if your phone was wiped

10:30 Living 10 days without a phone

12:10 Nathan’s three-word work mantra

13:10 One book every digital nomad should read

14:10 The trade-offs of working from anywhere

15:35 The most sacred place Nathan has visited

16:20 Hidden talents and favourite watches

17:10 Rapid-fire round: writing habits and work style

17:55 Rural Poland or downtown Shanghai

18:10 Nathan’s upcoming book and closing thoughts

Part 1 of our interview series with Nathan James Thomas.

Nathan is the Editor of Exisle Publishing, founder of Intrepid Times, and the communication powerhouse behind the 7-figure microbrand TRASKA Watches.

After a decade navigating the intersection of global travel and high-stakes business, Nathan has traded the suitcase for a more permanent foundation.

Now settled in Poznań, Poland, with his young family, he is currently exploring a his beloved frontier: the written word.

We discuss his upcoming book on the profound and shifting concept of 'home', a topic he is uniquely qualified to tackle after years on the road.

In this episode, we discuss:

The Soul of Storytelling: Why the "protagonist's shift" is the only thing that matters in writing.

Redefining 'Home': A sneak peek into his new book and his transition from nomad to family man in Poznań.

NLP writing as the ticket to adventure.

Blogger vs. Writer: The critical shift from reporting on a destination to capturing a transformation.

The Traska Success: How storytelling fuels a 7-figure watch brand.

Connect with Nathan:Intrepid Times: https://intrepidtimes.com/

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In this episode of Two Expats Abroad, Rob and Kieran dive deep into why your education shouldn’t end the moment you walk out of the school gates.

Most people fall into the trap of a "fixed mindset" by age 45, but true success, whether it’s building a property empire, moving abroad, or staying relevant in the age of AI comes down to one thing: Lifelong Learning.

We discuss the "unlearning" process, why you should be reaching out to mentors who are three steps ahead of you, and why "Self-education makes a fortune."

Plus, Kieran shares the specific books that shifted his psychology around money and asset classes.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why your current environment dictates your future success.

- How to overcome "Imposter Syndrome" when reaching out to role models.

- The difference between The Psychology of Money and How to Own the World.

- Why Alvin Toffler’s concept of "unlearning" is the most important skill for the 21st century.

- How to stay competitive as AI rapidly transforms the job market.

🕒 Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro: From failing at school to building a property empire.

1:47 – The "Done with Learning" trap: Why men stop growing at 45.

3:52 – Imposter Syndrome: How to reach out to people "out of your league."

5:21 – Book Reviews: How to Own the World vs. The Psychology of Money.

6:48 – Rewriting your money story and breaking bad habits.

9:01 – "If You’re Not Growing, You’re Dying": Kieran’s test for a fixed mindset.

11:12 – Learning, Unlearning, & Relearning (The Alvin Toffler mindset).

13:19 – Why Warren Buffett reads for 80% of his day.

14:22 – Sharpening the Saw: Kieran on staying relevant in the age of AI.

16:16 – Life Leverage: How to upskill and pivot industries.

17:35 – Finding your community and the power of self-education.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

- The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

- How to Own the World by Andrew Craig

- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey

- Life Leverage by Rob Moore

Quote of the Episode: "Formal education makes a living; self-education makes a fortune." – Jim Rohn

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your goals or find yourself distracted by "shiny objects" instead of following your plan?

In this episode, Rob and Kieran dive into the psychology of getting things done and why building self-esteem starts with the simplest tasks, like drinking a glasses of water.

We break down the core concepts from three life-changing books: "Eat That Frog" by Brian Tracy, "Just One Thing," and "The Compound Effect."

We discuss why doing the hardest task first (eating the frog) sets your entire day up for success and how "micro-wins" stack up to create massive life changes.

0:00 - Introduction: Getting to Action

1:15 - Reviewing "Eat That Frog" by Brian Tracy

3:00 - Why the hardest task should come first

4:30 - "Just One Thing": The power of drinking water

6:15 - Building self-esteem through micro-wins

8:00 - The importance of failing and resilience

9:45 - Improving your morning: Circadian rhythms & walks

11:30 - The Phone Habit: Why you should turn it off

13:15 - The Compound Effect: Habits vs. Identity

15:00 - Breaking down big goals (Marathons & Houses)

17:00 - Final thoughts & sneak peak for next episode

In this episode, we cover:

The "Eat That Frog" Method: Why tackling your biggest challenge at 8 AM changes your brain chemistry.

The Power of "Just One Thing": Why drinking water and morning walks are actually spiritual wins.

Digital Detox: The practical advice of physically turning your phone off to regain focus.

Building Resilience: Why failing and falling on your face is a requirement for growth.

The Compound Effect: How small, habitual choices transform into your permanent identity.

Stop waiting for the "perfect" time to start.

Pick one small thing today, bank the win, and start compounding your success.

Books Mentioned:Eat That Frog! – Brian Tracy

Just One Thing

The Compound Effect – Darren Hardy

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Do you actually know what you're meant to do today — or are you just reacting to noise?

In Part 1 of our Productivity Series, we reveal the "Sunday Night CEO" routine that saves us 10+ hours every week.

As expats, aiming at building a house in Poland while running businesses, we share the exact systems that keep us focused: linking 3-year visions to daily actions, Getting Things Done (GTD) vs. OKRs, and why scheduling boredom is the ultimate productivity hack.

What you'll discover:

• The Sunday Night CEO ritual – 1 hour on Sunday that changes everything

• How to connect big dreams (like building a house abroad) to tomorrow's tasks

• GTD framework vs. OKRs – which one actually works better?

• Inbox Zero: Worth the effort or total myth?

• Why your best ideas hit in the shower… and how to schedule "do nothing" time to get more of them• Morning routines that give you hours of advantage before work even starts

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro: "The way you do one thing is the way you do everything"

1:00 - The Sunday Night CEO Routine Explained

1:50 - Linking Your 3-Year Vision to Daily Actions

3:15 - Getting Things Done (GTD) Framework Breakdown

6:10 - Inbox Zero, Distractions

7:55 - Why You Must Schedule Boredom (Your Creativity Secret)

9:30 - Phone Addiction, Even On The Toilet

15:00 - Technologies Impact (AI)

18:50 - Tinder, Generational Differences, Resisting Rejection

22:20 - Miracle Morning & Building a Powerful Morning Routine

26:00 - Auto-reminders From Calendar

28:00 - Using Accountability to Stick to Habits (Crazy Stories Included!)

Comment below: What’s YOUR wildest accountability trick? The best one wins a free productivity book! 📚👉 Subscribe + hit the bell – Part 2 drops next week: How to overcome resistance, take massive action, and stop waiting for the "perfect moment."

For the UberNerds, here is the study Rob mentioned about changing brains based on use of LLM's. - https://www.media.mit.edu/publications/your-brain-on-chatgpt/

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Is Christmas better in Poland or the UK & Ireland? 🎄🤔 In this special Christmas episode, we’re putting our traditions to the test! From the "Quality Street vs Celebrations" debate to the reality of Carp vs Turkey, we’re diving into the funny, weird, and wonderful differences between our cultures.We’re stepping away from the "mindset" talk for a moment to just enjoy the holidays. Join us as we compare:🍬 The Sweet Debate: Which tub of chocolates actually wins? (Team Quality Street or Team Celebrations?)🐟 Dinner Wars: Traditional Polish Wigilia vs. The Full Roast Turkey.🎶 Holiday Vibes: The music and atmosphere that makes Christmas feel like "home."Living abroad during the holidays can be a mix of excitement and homesickness. We talk about how we blend our traditions to create a Christmas that feels right for us—and how you can too, no matter where you are in the world.0:00 - Intro: What Christmas is all about?2:15 - 7:30 - Polish vs UK Christmas Dinner (Carp or Turkey?)7:45 - 9:45 - Christmas Movies to watch9:45 - 11:35 - The Phone Menace11:40 - 14:30 - Fav Christmas Song14:30 - 16:00 - When is Acceptable to Put Up The Christmas Tree?17:10 - 23:25 - New Years Resolutions Are Nonsense22:10 - 27:30 - Opening Presents: Cultural Differences27:30 -30:00 - The Great Chocolate Debate: Quality Street vs CelebrationsIf you love Christmas traditions, Polish vs British comparisons, or just cozy holiday chats—this episode is for you! What's YOUR take on Quality Street vs Celebrations? Or Carp vs Turkey? Comment below! 👇👍 LIKE if you're Team Poland or Team UK/Ireland!🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more episodes and turn on notifications!🔗 Full podcast on Spotify/Apple Podcasts/etc. 🌐 Follow us on Socials  @TwoExpatsAbroad  #Christmas2025 #PolishChristmas #Wigilia #ChristmasInPoland #UKChristmas #QualityStreetVsCelebrations #ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasSpecial #MerryChristmas #HolidayDebate #PolishVsBritishThanks for joining our Christmas celebration—Wesolych Swiat & Happy Christmas! 🎄✨

Rob and Kieran pull back the curtain on the massive, life-altering decisions that made them leave Ireland and the UK forever — and build a dramatically better life in Poland.

In this episode we go deep on:

- How Ireland’s record-breaking harsh lockdowns made Rob’s escape decision almost automatic

- Kieran’s “I’m just visiting” trip that turned into “I’m never going back”

- The honest 2025 reality: why day-to-day life in Poland (cost, safety, culture, freedom) now feels objectively superior

The exact decision-making frameworks we used to take the leap (and that you can use for any big move):

→ Jeff Bezos’ regret-minimization & one-way/two-way door decisions

→ Annie Duke’s “Thinking in Bets” mindset

→ Mel Robbins’ 5-4-3-2-1 rule to kill procrastination and indecision

→ Escaping the sunk cost fallacy (with painful stories of when they did)

→ Beating decision fatigue by habitualising and front-loading choices

→ How small daily decisions compound into a completely different life (Darren Hardy’s The Compound Effect)

If you’ve ever dreamed of moving abroad, feel stuck in your current country, or just want to make faster, higher-quality decisions—this episode is your playbook.

Drop everything and listen now. Your future self will thank you.

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Most of us swear we don’t have “issues” with money… until we realize we’re still afraid to invest, still waiting for permission to buy something nice, or still sitting on cash “just in case the world ends tomorrow.”

This episode is about the money curse you never saw written down anywhere, yet it still runs your life: the sound of your parents arguing about bills through thin walls, the endless chorus of “money doesn’t grow on trees,” the slammed kitchen cabinets when the rent was late—little moments that taught you money is pain, scarcity is permanent, and playing it safe is the only smart move.

We get real about growing up broke and how that scarcity blueprint can follow you through life. We talk hoarding vs. true security, class betrayal, generational patterns, and why we’re begging you to stop treating investing like gambling and start treating it like oxygen for your future wealth.

This is the episode that calls out the invisible curse… and hands you the permission (and the push) to finally invest like someone who believes tomorrow can be better than today.

It’s time to stop letting childhood ghosts hoard your potential. Let’s break the curse and build real wealth—together.

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