Truly Expat Podcast

Send us a text Exploring Energy Coaching and Optimization with Elika Katasker In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel talk to Elika Tasker from The Health Concierge about energy coaching and its benefits. Elika shares her journey of moving to Singapore and transitioning from a corporate career to becoming an Energy Optimization Coach. The discussion covers he

Send us a text Navigating Andropause: Expert Insights from Dr. Caroline Lowe In this episode of Truly Expat, host welcomes back listeners for part two of the discussion on andropause with Dr. Caroline Lowe, a specialist from Singapore. The episode delves into the challenges men face during andropause, including reduced libido and hormonal changes, and offers practical advice on man

Send us a text Understanding Male Menopause: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions In this episode of Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula delve into the rarely discussed topic of men's hormones with Dr Caroline Low, a family physician in Singapore specialising in hormone health and proactive ageing. The discussion covers the insidious nature of hormonal changes in men, including t

Send us a text Navigating Singapore Visas for Startups and Dependent Pass Holders In the second part of the Singapore visas series, the discussion focuses on the role of agencies in assisting with visa applications, especially for startups and small businesses without internal HR departments. The interview covers the importance of agencies for navigating regulations, assessment tes

Send us a text Navigating Employment Passes in Singapore: Insights with Jennifer Yarbrough In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Paula and Rachel discuss the complexities of Singapore's employment visas with Jennifer Yarbrough, Managing Director of White Glove Helper Services. They cover various visa types such as Employment Passes, Personalized Employment Passes (PEP),

Send us a text The Surge of Pickleball and Padel in Singapore with Chris Mullins In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, host Paula is joined by Rachel and Chris Mullins from MBP to explore the rising popularity of Pickleball and Padelball in Singapore. They discuss the growth of these sports, insights into the communities forming around them, and how enthusiasts of all levels

Send us a text Let's Go Global: Beyond the Singapore Expat Experience In this episode of the Truly Ex Pat podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula introduce their newly expanded format. Originally focused on expat life in Singapore, the podcast will now cover expat experiences worldwide. They highlight upcoming topics such as retirement, repatriation, and living in various countries, featur

Send us a text Show notes Navigating Helper Hiring in Singapore: Insights from White Glove Helper Services In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula interview Jennifer Yarbrough, Founder and Managing Director of White Glove Helper Services. Jennifer shares her experiences and challenges in hiring helpers in Singapore, which led her to establish White Glove

Send us a text Resilience in Publishing: The Story of Hidayah Amin and Helang Books In this episode, Hidayah Amin shares her journey of resilience and passion in setting up her own publishing house, Helang Books, after facing rejection from traditional publishers. She explains her inspiration behind the name 'Helang', which means eagle in Malay, representing wisdom and foresight. H

Send us a text Preserving Heritage Against All Odds: Hidayah Amin's Journey In this episode of the Truly Expat Podcast, hosts Rachel and Paula talk with Hidayah Amin, also known as CheekyDa. Hidayah, an award-winning author born in the historic Gedung Kuning in Singapore's Kampong Gelam area, shares insights into her life story and her work to preserve Malay culture. Despite early