The Expat Chronicles

Mar 04 2022
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This show is here to shine the spotlight on the stories and experiences of expats. It has been created to bring a sense of home to those of us that are so far from it. Through storytelling we can find real connection in other human beings, that which may be missing from our lives. Having the courage to live far away from the ones we love does not come without sacrifice, and although all of our stories hold a different beginning middle and end, we can find common concepts in each others experiences. It is my hope that by listening to the stories of other expats, you will feel understood in your own journey. Please enjoy this collection of real stories from expats like you and me on The Expat Chronicles podcast with your host, Livia Rismondo.

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Ep. 12 *Winston Williams* On Moving Countries For Love, Rebuilding And Finding Purpose After Divorce, And Changing Your Perspective On Where 'Home' Is

Mar 04 2022 64 mins  
In this episode we cover so many topics from personal relationships to coping mechanisms, and pivotal moments to biggest life lessons. Having found a home in Denmark, Winston's journey covers love, loss, rebuilding, and consistently working toward his passion. Originally from the UK, his journey led him to loving his life and new found home in Denmark not just for the lifestyle, bu

Ep. 11 *Rona O'Brien* On Being A Subject Of The Hague Convention, And Not Letting What Happens To You Define Who You Are

Feb 25 2022 75 mins  
This episode covers some sensitive and personal retellings of a story that literally changed the course of someones life. Rona O'Brien has been brave enough to share her story with us, and has done so in an extremely humbling way. The Hague Convention, for anyone who is unaware, is the main international agreement that covers international parental child abduction. It provides a pr

Ep. 10 *Maria Ivanova Richardson* On Living The FIFO Family Lifestyle, The Struggles Of Finding Community, And Keeping In Touch With Family Overseas During Covid

Feb 18 2022 74 mins  
Could you imagine meeting someone from another country unexpectedly, keeping in touch for months via email, and not too long after, having them come visit you. Then deciding to move to their country and get married?! It's a honest and true love story that this weeks guest lived herself. Originally from the capitol of Bulgaria, Maria Ivanova Richardson moved herself and her toddler

Ep. 9 *Laura Lopez* On Feeling Lost At Times, Finding Your Purpose, And Helping Other Expats Find Their Purpose Through Coaching

Feb 11 2022 58 mins  
We've all felt lost. In fact most of us likely feel lost more than we don't. This is likely due to the fact that we have yet to find our purpose, our true calling. The important thing to remember here is that we must open ourselves up to accepting what is meant for us. It's having trust during the times when you feel the most lost, as those moments are the catalysts for everything

Ep. 8 Julie E. Thompson On Moving Back Home After Living Abroad For Over A Decade, Breaking Language Barriers, And Knowing The Difference Between Fears And Limiting Beliefs

Feb 04 2022 70 mins  
The topics covered in this episode really hit the heart strings for me. As an Expat for 7 years, I have yet to return home for more than just a visit, and there certainly are some fears around that. It was an absolute pleasure to discuss this with Julie, as she moved back to her home country after living abroad for 11 years. If you are an expat who has also moved back home, or you

Ep. 7 *Sophie Forbes* On Leaving The Corporate World For The Vegabond Life, Immigrating To Australia, And Becoming An Entrepreneur

Jan 28 2022 78 mins  
Have you ever gone to a new place and instantly felt like you belonged there? Or that there was something there for you to pursue, a sense of purpose so to speak. That's exactly what happened to this weeks guest speaker after having travelled multiple countries and finally settling in a small coastal town on the West Coast of Australia. Margaret River has been home to Sophie Forbes

Ep. 6 *Milena Lehmann* On Having 'Expatism' In Your DNA, The German Mentality On Living And Raising Children Without The Support Of Family

Jan 21 2022 50 mins  
Have you noticed how lot's of expats come from parents who spent most of their life living in a country different to where they were born? Perhaps this is a biological trend. Milena Lehmann is a German born Australian resident who's grandparents were refugees. She knew from a young age that she was meant to explore other countries. In this episode we discuss being multicultural/bil

Ep. 5 *Julien Fortuit* On The Value Of Books And The Best Way To Read Them, Moving Your Life And Your Family Often, And His Philosophies On Coaching

Jan 14 2022 50 mins  
Would you like to be someone who reads more books? Perhaps you just can't find the time to sit down and do it. Julien Fortuit from Paris is an avid reader and has some really great tips on how to get the most from books and how to make it suit you and your life. As a life coach, Julien recommends books often to his clients and had a website FULL of reviews.After spending 20+ years

Ep. 4 *Cecilie Holter* On Taping Into Your Internal Warrior, Raising Global Citizens, And Recognising Conditional Love Upon Returning Home

Jan 07 2022 66 mins  
Do you find it difficult to connect with friends and family after living abroad for such an extended period of time? It can seem like they just don't understand you, or have any interest in hearing about your journey or the things you learned along the way. It seems this is a common occurrence among people who move to another country and return home either for good, or to visit. It

Ep. 3 *David Prestage* On Moving To Panama In Your Later Years, Being Accepted And Respected Into A New Culturally Diverse Community And Facing Fear Head On (Or Foot On)

Dec 30 2021 57 mins  
Have you ever thought about moving to Panama? Regardless of your answer, after hearing this episode, you may start to consider it! David Prestage is a 74 year old Master Gardener from Porterville, California. After living on the same property for 40 years, him and his wife took a leap of faith and moved to an area in the Chiriqui Highlands in Panama, and haven't looked back.David i