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From Blue Collar Worker to Becoming a Financially Free Digital Nomad

Sept. 20, 2022
Kristin speaks with a self-made digital nomad who left his blue collar job in Canada to become a financially independent entrepreneur in Costa Rica.

How to Make Any Business Location-Independent with Matt Bowles, Host of The Maverick Show

March 16, 2021
Wondering how to convert your brick-and-mortar business into an online business? In today's episode, we explore how to approach the challenge of transitioning from …

How and Where To Start When Going Location Independent (100th Anniversary Episode Part 2)

March 30, 2021
Part 2 of Kristin's interview for the 100th episode of Badass Digital Nomads. Kristin was interviewed by listener Jeremiah, who asks questions about where to start …

How to Build a Location Independent, Passive Income Business with Matt Bowles

Aug. 13, 2019
Matt Bowles is a location-independent entrepreneur who started his own online business after stumbling across The Four Hour Work Week in a Barnes and Noble bookstor…

Sailing the World as a Financial Trader and Family Man With Author Patrick Schulte

July 12, 2022
Hear how Patrick Shulte, a financial trader from the US Midwest, and his wife taught themselves to sail and RV the world with their kids. He talks about learning new skills, making money online...

How to Retire Early on F.I.R.E. with Eric Richards of Nomad on Fire

Sept. 15, 2020
Learn how to retire early with the FIRE Method (Financial Independence Retire Early). Eric Richards of Nomad on Fire podcast explains how you can become financially…

Retiring at 40 to Travel Full-Time with the "King" of Digital Nomads

Dec. 12, 2023
Interested in building wealth and retiring early? Learn how from long-time traveler, Dean Kuchel, who achieved financial independence and retired at the age of 40.

Making $378K per Year as a Fiverr Freelancer With Alex Fasulo

Nov. 8, 2022
Want to earn six figures as a freelancing online? Learn the best freelancing tips and tricks from self-made Fiverr millionaire and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Alex Fasulo.

How to Stay Fit & Healthy While Traveling as a Digital Nomad

Oct. 29, 2019
Australian digital nomad, Jason Pizzino, gives his tips on health, fitness, intermittent fasting, traveling as a couple, and becoming financially independent throug…

100th Episode - Traveling with Kristin Interview on Travel, Life, and Becoming a Digital Nomad

March 23, 2021
A podcast listener interviews Kristin from Traveling with Kristin on who she is, how she started traveling, how she affords her lifestyle, and how she became a digi…

5 Ways To Become a Digital Nomad

June 27, 2023
Wondering what you can do to make extra income online or work remotely? Kristin shares 5 of the top ways to become a location-independent digital nomad with examples of each.

Being a Digital Nomad in Southeast Asia With Giang Cao From Vietnam

Aug. 2, 2022
How a graphic designer from Vietnam tripled her income by quitting her job to become a freelancer. Location-independent solo traveler Giang Cao details life as a digital nomad in Southeast Asia.

Slow Travel Tips from Nora Dunn, The Professional Hobo

Sept. 5, 2023
Nora Dunn, The Professional Hobo, opens up about solo travel, how she makes money online, how she meets local people, and why she sold her financial consulting firm to travel the world.

Become a Digital Nomad in 2021 (A Pep Talk)

Jan. 5, 2021
2021 will be the year of the digital nomad. Don't let another year of your life go by without pursuing your dreams of location independence or full-time travel. - H…

How To Make More Money Online With the Host of the Money Magic Podcast

Oct. 25, 2022
Kristin chats with the host of the Money Magic podcast about how to make consistent money online, build wealth, pay off debt, and form better money habits.

From Italy to London: One Man's Journey from Restaurant Worker to Thriving Online Entrepreneur

Nov. 7, 2023
Hear the inspiring story of how Simone Vincenzi, an Italian immigrant to the UK, worked his way up from working in restaurants to being a successful online entrepreneur.

Retire Early Aftercast - Biggest Takeaways for Retiring on FIRE

Sept. 29, 2020
This short "solocast" is to help you absorb and apply the biggest, most important takeaways from the last two podcasts (Episodes 72-73), which were both about how t…

How To Retire Before 40 (Even If You Have a High Cost-of-Living) with Stephanie and Gillian of Our Freedom Years

Sept. 22, 2020
After feeling stuck in high-stress corporate jobs, a Canadian couple, Stephanie and Gillian left Toronto for Singapore, where they lived for the next 7 years. After…

Building Online Income Streams From Real Estate, Stock Photography, and Travel Blogging

Nov. 29, 2022
Digital nomad couple, The Wandering Hartz, share their experience becoming location independent for the first time and moving from Nashville, Tennessee to Bansko, Bulgaria.

Traveling the United States in an RV as a Freelancing Family With Two Kids

July 26, 2022
Living in an RV with his wife and two kids, Michael Boyink has been traveling around the United States for the past 10 years as a freelancer. How has he supported h…

How to Start an Online Business with Facebook Ads Entrepreneur Gavin Bell

June 4, 2019
Location-independent entrepreneur, Gavin Bell (aka "Scotland's Casey Neistat!"), tells exactly what steps he took to quit his job at a call center and become a digi…

What is a Digital Nomad?

July 2, 2019
In this solo episode, Kristin clarifies the common myths, misconceptions, and possibilities around digital nomadism, location independence, and remote work.

6 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad

July 21, 2020
This podcast shares the six most common ways to become a digital nomad - giving you ideas for the different types of remote jobs, online business models, and revenu…

How to Start & Sell 9 Startups with Techstars Entrepreneur, Christine McDannell

Aug. 27, 2019
Christine McDannell is a location-independent tech entrepreneur who skipped college and entered the workforce right out of high school. After a career in real estat…

Living Abroad in Lisbon, Portugal with the Founder of NomadX Digital Nomad Community

Dec. 10, 2019
Dave Williams is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of NomadX, a Lisbon-based housing company and community that's on a mission to revolutionize the way location…

How to Pay Less Taxes and Move to Europe with James Meads of Live Work Germany

Nov. 5, 2019
How to move to Europe to lower your cost-of-living, save money, and pay less taxes: My guest today, James Meads, is a location-independent digital nomad who helps p…

How to Quit Your Corporate Job and Become a Digital Nomad Freelancer

Nov. 12, 2019
Do you find it hard to step away from your cushy salary and the the perceived security of your 9-5 job? Then this podcast is for you. Kristin is talking to Christin…

Rolf Potts on 25 Years of Vagabonding Around the World

July 16, 2019
Rolf Potts is an American author, essayist, screenwriter, and long-term traveler who is most known for his best-selling book, Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the …

Sailing Couple, Ryan and Sophie, on Culture Shock, Mental Health, and Living an Unconventional Lifestyle

March 14, 2023
French-American sailing couple, Ryan and Sophie, talk about the struggles and benefits of sailing the world and living an unconventional digital nomad lifestyle.

How To Earn Passive Income Through Turnkey Real Estate (Even If You Don't Live There)

Feb. 7, 2023
Find out how you can invest in turn-key, passive income-producing real estate properties throughout the US, even if you live in a different city, state, or country!

Quitting Your Job To Start an Online Business With Mitko From That Remote Life

April 12, 2021
Learn how to start an online business and live life as a digital nomad (even if you dropped out of college, quit your job, and have no business experience). Guest, …

How To Make $10K/Mo as a Digital Nomad Copywriter in Budapest

Feb. 23, 2021
After struggling with addiction in college, Francis Nayan decided to take a job teaching English in Europe. That's when he stumbled upon a meet-up group for digital…

One of the First Digital Nomads From Africa: Agnes Nyamwange

Nov. 24, 2020
Agnes Nyamwange is one of the first digital nomads from Kenya, Africa. Learn how she accomplished this feat and how you can become a digital nomad, too - even if yo…

My Thoughts on the War in Ukraine and How To Help

March 1, 2022
Kristin reflects on the war in Ukraine, how travel helps you learn more about history, and how to use a global crisis as motivation to help change your life and the world for the better.

From Dog Walker to Multi-Millionaire Female Entrepreneur

Dec. 26, 2023
Find out how Kristin Morrison turned a boring dog walking gig into an exciting (and lucrative) business concept. Then, how she was able to travel to Bali for six months and keep her business thriving

How To Be Great and Live Your Best Life With Steph Smith io

Aug. 24, 2021
How can you advance in your career and have freedom at the same time? What are some practical ways to design your ideal life? Kristin speaks with Steph Smith from t…

Sailing into the Unknown with Ruby Rose: Navigating Burnout & Mental Health in a Freedom Lifestyle

Feb. 20, 2024
Throwback to one of Kristin's favorite podcast interviews with Nick Fabbri & Terysa Vanderloo of Sailing Ruby Rose on YouTube. They share how they quit their medical jobs to sail the world.

Sailing the World With Sailing Ruby Rose

Jan. 12, 2021
After leaving their careers as a dentist and a paramedic in London behind, Nick Fabbri and Terysa Vanderloo of Sailing Ruby Rose set off to sail the world and never…

The Power of Solo Travel

Aug. 29, 2023
15 things you must know before solo-traveling the world. Kristin also shares why it's important to buy your computer hardware at home before going abroad. Plus, we …

Traveling the World as a Surf Photographer with Jimmy Wilson

June 7, 2022
Kristin's brother, Jimmy, shares how he created a flexible, untraditional lifestyle that allows him to work from home, co-parent his daughter, and travel the world as a surf photographer.

7 Reasons Why I’ll Never Renounce My US Citizenship

July 13, 2021
Counterpoints to the most common arguments for renouncing your US citizenship. Why NOT to renounce your US citizenship as an expat living abroad (to help you decide what to do about your status).

Finding Work-Life Balance as a Work-From-Home Couple

March 21, 2023
How do you find balance while working from home with your significant other? Jasmine Jonte shares her tips for living, working, and traveling with a significant other, as well as solo-traveling.

Moving Abroad? Avoid These 10 Mistakes

Sept. 21, 2021
You wouldn’t be to blame if you didn’t know everything there is to know about moving to another country. Moving abroad is a complex logistical feat, but here are some common mistakes to avoid.

Building the World’s First Country on the Internet with SafetyWing Founder, Sondre Rasch

Aug. 10, 2021
Wondering what the first global digital country on the internet will be like? Want answers to your travel medical insurance questions? Tune into Episode 120 of Bada…

How to Renounce Your US Citizenship: Part 2 (+ YouTube Drama)

July 6, 2021
The pros and cons of renouncing your citizenship: A detailed look into the process of renouncing your US citizenship, including cost, timeline, documents, tax and retirement implications, and more.

Black Identity Abroad and Creating a Career You Love With Amanda Bates, the Black Expat

April 27, 2021
Amanda Bates shares how her upbringing as a third culture kid living between the US and Africa inspired her to found The Black Expat, a multimedia platform focused …

How To Choose Your Next Travel Destination with Matt Bowles of The Maverick Show

Jan. 31, 2023
What kind of traveler are you? How do you choose where to travel next? Travel podcast host, Matt Bowles, joins us from Senegal to talk about his four main strategies for choosing your personal travel

Peak Performance Tips from the Top Female Free Diver in the World - Interview by Matt Bowles of The Maverick Show

June 6, 2023
Jessea Lu, the #1 all-around female free diver in the world, shares her top tips on achieving peak mental and physical performance, traveling in China and Africa, and more!

The Nomadic Planner - How I Plan My Goals and Map the Year Ahead

Jan. 23, 2024
What is the best way to set goals and plan travel as an online professional, retiree, digital nomad, or aspiring global citizen? Kristin shares step-by-step how she develops her annual travel plans.

From Corporate Lawyer to Full-Time Nomad With Kevin Martin of 30 and a Wake Up

June 22, 2021
Want to quit your job and travel full-time? Learn how Kevin Martin quit corporate law to become a van life digital nomad. Badass Digital Nomads interview by Kristin Wilson Traveling with Kristin.

Living the Dream: First Impressions of Moving to Portugal with a D7 Visa

April 11, 2023
A chance meeting at Web Summit in Lisbon led to a Badass Digital Nomads listener sharing her experience of moving from the US to Portugal with a D7 visa.

8 Essential Skills You Need to Become a Digital Nomad

Oct. 13, 2020
What types of personal and professional knowledge are important in becoming a digital nomad? What types of skills should you focus on now to achieve success in your…

Coping with Coronavirus Quarantine - Why Digital Nomads are Better Prepared

April 21, 2020
Travel Like a Boss Podcast - Badass Digital Nomads Podcast

How to Build an Online Business as a Single Mom with YouTuber, Freya Casey

May 28, 2019
How two single, female digital nomads started working from home: Freya Casey is one of the happiest people in the world because she turned her greatest passion of s…

US Taxes for Digital Nomads with IRS Enrolled Agent, Grace Taylor

July 12, 2019
How much taxes should you pay as a US digital nomad? Grace Taylor is a US tax expert specializing in tax issues for US expats and digital nomads. In this interview,…

118 Countries and Counting: Ageless Wisdom from a 58-Year-Old Digital Nomad

Sept. 19, 2023
Kristin welcomes semi-retired nomadic entrepreneur, globetrotter, and radio host, Palle Bo aka The Radio Vagabond, back to the show for the first time in 5 years.

Dating as a Digital Nomad - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Feb. 16, 2022
Dating as a Digital Nomad - Is dating as a digital nomad harder or easier? What are the pros and cons of dating while traveling? Kristin gets candid about her experiences dating as a digital nomad.

How To Find Balance in a Slow Travel Lifestyle While Working For Yourself with Chelsea Riffe

Oct. 16, 2023
Chelsea Riffe of In My Non-Expert Opinion shares stories from the road, including how she's overcome her struggles to make money online and find balance in an international digital nomad lifestyle.

What Can I Help You With?

April 26, 2022
Kristin wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts, what you're struggling with, and what you want to hear more of in the Badass Digital Nomads podcast.

What Kind of Expat or Nomad Are You?

Jan. 18, 2022
Are you ready to relocate? Find out what the four main types of expats or nomads are, the pros and cons of each, and why you decide to be any of them (or none of them) at any time!

2022 Year in Review

Dec. 28, 2022
Kristin shares her biggest insights, lessons, and takeaways from 2022 and looks forward to 2023.

12 Common Travel Mistakes To Avoid

Sept. 7, 2021
Travel like a pro by avoiding these top 12 travel mistakes! Plus, hear more tips from podcast listeners who wrote in from the Traveling with Kristin Community.

How To Overcome Loneliness While Traveling

Jan. 19, 2021
Loneliness is something I’m asked about frequently. It's intimidating to set off on an adventure without knowing how long you’re going to be traveling for or when y…

Taking the First Steps in Your Relocation Abroad

Jan. 26, 2022
So you want to move abroad - what next? Hear Kristin's advice for her relocation clients in this Zoom coaching session on taking the first steps in relocating to another country.

How to Build a Writing Career While Traveling the World With Anthony Moore

Nov. 10, 2020
Have you ever been stuck in a job you hate? Anthony Moore can relate. Before he found success as a Top 100 Writer on Medium and the author of multiple books, he str…

Asking Digital Nomads How They Make Money Online (Part 2)

Aug. 1, 2023
Kristin interviews 10 digital nomads from 9 different countries about how they make money online, from the Digital Nomad Village in Madeira, Portugal. She also give…

Moving from the USA to Portugal: Highs, Lows, and Tips on Settling In

Oct. 11, 2023
Find out the pros and cons of moving to Portugal with two California natives who now live in Portugal and run their online business, Bordr.

How To Find or Become a Virtual Assistant in 2023

Jan. 17, 2023
Wondering how to find or get hired as a virtual assistant? Tune in to learn from Ethan Bull, Co-Founder of ProAssisting, about how to find or become a virtual assistant or remote executive assistant.

Getting Paid To Travel Full-Time as a Digital Nomad YouTuber

Nov. 15, 2022
Failing as an architect led Sergio Sala to become a freelance web designer and move from Mexico to Peru to save money. A few years later, he's getting paid a full-time salary to travel the world.

Why I Left the USA for UK

May 30, 2023
Kristin explains why she left the US to slow travel through the UK this summer and reveals 12 things to consider before moving to another country.

How To Master Remote Work and Find Remote Jobs With the Author of Running Remote

Aug. 16, 2022
Level up your remote work game and cut back on Zoom meetings with these tips from Liam Martin, author of Running Remote. Improve your productivity, find better remote job opportunities, and...

The Shocking Truth About How US Expats Vote

Oct. 27, 2020
Find out why US expats abroad have the lowest voter turnout of any demographic in America, despite having the power to swing elections. Learn why US expats are igno…

Renouncing Your US Citizenship Part 1: Living Abroad in Canada With Erika Lind

June 29, 2021
Learn how one woman renounced her citizenship in the middle of the pandemic, moved to Canada, and why. - The pros and cons of renouncing your US citizenship (Part 1) on Badass Digital Nomads podcast.

How To Create and Monetize a Personal Brand in the Age of Remote Work

Feb. 16, 2021
Societal change is upon us. How can you combine your skills and personality to make money online in the new economy? Get ideas and inspiration in this episode of Ba…

From Virtual Assistant to Founding the Biggest Online Digital Nomad Community in the World

March 17, 2020
Johannes Voelkner, Founder of Nomad Cruise, started as a college student-turned Virtual Assistant working on minimum wage in South Africa before he figured out how …

Being a Global Citizen with Russian-American Digital Nomad, Vlad Glebov

June 18, 2019
Vlad Glebov, the CEO of CoLife, and Kristin discuss what a world without borders would be like. Vlad is a serial entrepreneur and nomad on a mission. In this podcas…

Free Remote Work Tools for Companies & Freelancers During the Coronavirus Outbreak

March 16, 2020
Coronavirus Update and Impact on RemoteWork: Millions of people are struggling to cope in the wake of schools and businesses closing overnight. To help people adjus…

How To Make Money From a Sailboat With No Experience

Feb. 9, 2021
Wondering how to make money from a sailboat - even if you've never done it before? This podcast will explain how it's possible. Learn how sailing digital nomad, Eri…

How to Build an Online Yoga Empire With Handstand Queen, Marysia Do

Dec. 22, 2020
The world's foremost "handstand queen," Marysia Do, explains how she built a successful online yoga business while traveling the world - with zero technical skills.…

Leaving Corporate America To Become a Full-Time Traveling Family (World Towning Part 1)

Oct. 19, 2021
In part 1 of this interview, Will and Jessica Sueiro share why they left their corporate jobs to pursue content creation and culturally rich travel experiences as a family.

Should You Apply for Romania’s Digital Nomad Visa?

March 15, 2022
Is the Romanian Digital Nomad Visa worth applying for? Kristin breaks it down for you in this Digital Nomad Visa deep dive!  Plus, get access to a new Digital Nomad Visa Database for a limited time!

My Reflections on Two Years Since the Coronavirus Lockdowns (Surreal)

March 22, 2022
It's been 2 years since Covid-19 changed the world as we know it. Kristin reflects on what she's learned during this time and explains how it's changed her outlook on and understanding of the world.

What To Do With Your Cell Phone When Traveling Internationally

June 14, 2022
How can you use your phone in another country? What is the best way to make phone calls when abroad? Kristin answers listener questions about what to do with your cell phone when traveling.

How To Overcome Your Fear of Anything With BBC Travel’s Mike Corey

Jan. 26, 2021
Learn how to overcome your deepest fears, find happiness, and achieve your dream career and lifestyle with Mike Corey, Host of The BBC Travel Show and YouTube’s Fea…

How to Make Money Blogging with Top Medium Writer Tom Kuegler (FindingTom)

May 13, 2019
In this episode, Kristin talks with Tom Kuegler (aka Finding Tom) on how he went from making $10 per hour as a freelancer to 25,000 Medium followers and five-figure…

Leaving the US and Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa Is Finally Revealed

Sept. 27, 2022
Why record numbers of Americans are leaving the US for Europe. Plus, Kristin’s thoughts on global immigration and details on Spain’s new digital nomad visa.

How To Travel the World Making Videos for Passport Heavy with Filmmaker, Anthony Knowles

May 21, 2019
Ant Knowles is only 22 years old and he’s already been traveling around the world full-time filming for YouTube Channel, Passport Heavy. Ant is self-taught and is a…

Asking Digital Nomads How They Make Money Online (Part 1)

July 26, 2023
Kristin interviews five digital nomads from four different countries about how they make money online. Recorded in-person at the Digital Nomad Village in Madeira, Portugal.

How to Work Remotely with Badass Digital Nomad Kristin Wilson

May 13, 2019
Kristin Wilson welcomes you to the Badass Digital Nomads audio experience, which is all about how to be free, happy, make money online, and live life on your terms.…

Living La Dolce Vita: Moving To Italy and Experiencing the Local Lifestyle

Sept. 12, 2023
An expat-turned Italian citizen shares her journey moving to Italy from Canada. Learn about visas, residency, and the lifestyle - the pros and cons and what's behind the glamorized version of Italy.

How to Stop Hating Your Job Find More Humor at Work with TEDx Speaker, Drew Tarvin

May 13, 2019
Andrew Tarvin is a badass digital nomad, corporate trainer, and public speaker whose TEDx Talks have been viewed over 3 Million times. After a traditional career in…

Becoming a Digital Nomad in your 50's with Palle Bo, The Radio Vagabond

June 25, 2019
Not so long ago, Palle Bo would look at a world map in his kitchen and place pins on the countries he wanted to visit. But he didn't want to wait until he retired t…

How the World Changes When Everyone Works From Home

July 14, 2020
WORK-FROM-HOME FOREVER: What happens when no one commutes to the office anymore? The pandemic marks a turning point in global society and the start of a major cultu…

Travel Hacking and Maximizing Your Credit Card Rewards with Travel AF

Nov. 14, 2023
Learn how to get free & discounted travel through credit card points from Austin Riffe, Founder of Travel AF, as he shares his favorite credit card & travel hacking tips for saving money on flights..

Living in Spain as an Expat or Digital Nomad With Chase Warrington, Host of the About Abroad Podcast

May 10, 2022
What is it like to live long-term in Spain and how do you do it? Join Kristin in her first interview of 2022 as she speaks with Chase Warrington about working remotely as a nomad and moving to Spain.

My Thoughts on The Great Resignation and Mental Health Crisis

Aug. 4, 2021
Millions of Americans are quitting their jobs. Should you? Kristin breaks down what The Great Resignation means for your personal and professional life as an employee, freelancer, or remote worker.

Answering Your Questions LIVE on YouTube

April 4, 2023
Kristin answers questions from subscribers and listeners in the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook group during a YouTube Live Session. Hear what people want to know about loneliness, culture shock, etc.

8 Digital Nomads Explain How They Make Money While Traveling

Feb. 13, 2024
How do digital nomads make money while traveling? The possibilities are endless! Learn how 8 digital nomads, freelancers, online business owners, military veterans & remote workers make money online.

How to Improve Your Health & Wellness By Moving Abroad

Jan. 10, 2023
Can moving abroad improve your health and wellness? Tune in as Kristin speaks with a registered nurse about how different countries' lifestyles can impact your health, wellness, and quality of life.

Tulum, Mexico Digital Nomad Lifestyle – Does It Live Up to the Hype?

April 6, 2021
After dreaming (and researching) about becoming a digital nomad for years, Darren Lamison-White quit his job to "make the leap." Now, he’s finally able to work from…

How To Live or Retire Cheap In Paradise with Dan from Vagabond Awake

Aug. 23, 2022
Dan from Vagabond Awake YouTube channel shares how to live abroad on $1,000-1,500 per month, tips on healthcare and insurance abroad, and why you shouldn't wait until retirement to live your life.

From Furniture Salesman to Living in Costa Rica as an Expat and Entrepreneur

Feb. 28, 2023
British expat and entrepreneur, Jamie Atkinson, reveals how he went from working as a furniture salesman to living and working online in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

Bridging Borders: A Ukrainian Family's New Chapter in Poland

Sept. 26, 2023
Hear the inspiring perspective of Olga Pylypchuk, a Ukrainian refugee and digital nomad currently living in Poland with her mother and sister, while her father and brother are still living in Ukraine

How To Become a Digital Nomad for Dummies

Feb. 23, 2022
Digital Nomads for Dummies is NOW AVAILABLE for pre-order! Tune in to get a sneak preview of Kristin's first book, Digital Nomads for Dummies, and how to pre-order.

Celebrating 200 Episodes of Badass Digital Nomads Podcast

March 29, 2023
Kristin celebrates the huge milestone of publishing 200 podcast episodes. She reflects on the journey so far, how it all started, and what's next for Badass Digital Nomads.

Top 10 Best Places To Retire Abroad

March 5, 2024
Where are the best places to retire or live in the world? Kristin analyzes International Living's 2024 Retirement Index and gives details on the cost of living in each country, safety, healthcare...

How to Make Money With a Blog

Aug. 11, 2020
How to make a living by blogging: Learn how to turn your blogging side hustle into a full-time job with Robbie Strazynski of Cardplayer Lifestyle.

The Best Travel Tuesday Deals for 2023

Nov. 25, 2023
Travel Tuesday has the most travel-related deals and discounts of any other day of the year. In this episode, Kristin shares the top websites for you to find cheap travel deals, bags, and gear.

Paying US Taxes as an Expat Abroad – What You Need To Know

July 27, 2021
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about paying US taxes abroad, plus a lot of things you didn't know you needed to know! IE: Required tax forms, deadlines, valuable tax deductions, and more.

How To Live Like a Local Anywhere in the World With Brent and Michael Are Going Places

Dec. 15, 2021
How can you adapt to a foreign culture when you don’t speak the language? Travel writers and authors, Brent Hartinger and Michael Jensen, share their best advice for living like a local abroad.

Tech CEO’s Zoom Call Gone Viral – My Take and Advice for Remote Workers

May 16, 2023
Kristin reacts to the recent headlines about a CEO who made the news for being a horrible boss. Here's her take advice for if you're dealing with a similar situation when working remotely or WFH.

How to Become a Minimalist Digital Nomad

Dec. 29, 2020
The mainstream perceives a minimalist lifestyle as "extreme" - but is it? Today's podcast explores how the conscious choice to own as little as possible can be the …

Living as an Expat in Portugal with Josh & Kalie of Expats Everywhere

Sept. 6, 2022
Kristin talks with Josh and Kalie from Expats Everywhere about what it’s like to live in Portugal as a family of expats - Learn the cost of living, how to get the D7 visa, and much more!

Leaving Canada To Retire in Albania as a Solo Female Expat

Oct. 4, 2022
Canadian expat Karen Espig retired early and moved to Albania to lower her cost of living and pursue her love for art full-time. Hear about her struggles with culture shock and adapting to expat life

The "Don’ts" of Travel With Mark Wolter of Wolter’s World

Dec. 20, 2022
Learn the biggest do’s and don’ts of travel with Mark Wolter of Wolter’s World. Mark shares honest travel advice and talks about how to adapt to new cultures, deal with culture shock, and more.

Finding Love Abroad, Living in Mexico as an Expat Family, and Coping With Burnout With Amy Scott of Nomadtopia Radio

Dec. 13, 2022
Amy Scott, a seasoned digital nomad and Host of Nomadtopia Radio, opens up about expat life and shares her advice on traveling the world as a digital nomad.

The Best Places To Travel in 2023

Jan. 3, 2023
Kristin highlights the top ten places to travel in 2023, according to Forbes, with interesting facts and must-see things to do about each location.

10 Countries To Live Well on $1,000 Per Month

Oct. 3, 2023
After traveling to 63 countries, these are Kristin's top picks for 10 places to live abroad under $1k per month, giving you a complete budget and full cost-of-living breakdown for each location.

Inside the Real Bangkok, Thailand with Erick Prince, The Minority Nomad (Part 1)

May 11, 2021
Get ready for some worldy wisdom from a veteran globe trotter! Erick Prince is a multi-passionate self-made photographer, photojournalist, blogger, YouTuber, and en…

Overcoming Reverse Culture Shock and Remote Work Burnout as an Expat and Digital Nomad

Sept. 13, 2022
If you’ve ever felt like you had to be "responsible" by postponing your travel plans and waiting to live life on your own terms, this episode with Charlotte Gray of SafetyWing is for you.

10 Best Cities To Live in America for Digital Nomads

May 25, 2021
The Top Ten Best US Cities for Digital Nomads in 2021 according to Yelp and Zillow. Kristin Wilson from Traveling with Kristin explains the pros and cons of living in each city for remote working.

The Dark Side of Costa Rica - Why Expats Leave

April 20, 2021
Why do so many expats move to Costa Rica and then leave? Kristin talks about the dark side of living in Costa Rica that most people don’t know about and what you ne…

What I Love About Living Abroad

March 2, 2021
Living abroad takes the many benefits of travel to a whole new level. But there’s much so more to the expat lifestyle than posting a sweet Instagram photo.   Living…

The Easy Way To Live a Better Life

July 11, 2023
Kristin shares a key she found to unlocking a better life - especially when it comes to your physical and mental health.

Travel to Lisbon Portugal and the Algarve With Kristin in 2024

Oct. 31, 2023
Want to travel or live abroad in Portugal? Now you can visit Lisbon and the Algarve with Kristin as your host! Kristin is leading her first-ever group trip on April 15-21, 2024. Sign up now!

Life is Short. Seize the Day. No Regrets.

Jan. 4, 2022
Kristin reflects on the passing of one of her first YouTube subscribers and patrons. She analyzes the concept of "regret" in life and how to keep things from holding you back in 2022.

8 Things That Happen When You Travel Full-Time

Aug. 17, 2021
Being a full-time traveler isn’t always as blissful as dancing in the streets of Havana, Cuba with a mojito in each hand or sitting on a sunny mountaintop in Norway…

The Expat Lifestyle and Cost of Living in Oaxaca, Mexico

Oct. 18, 2022
How much does it cost to live in Mexico? Are expats ruining Oaxaca and Puerto Escondido? Solo traveling expat and entrepreneur, Vangile Makwakwa, reports from her digital nomad home base in Mexico.

How to Overcome Depression, Find Happiness, and Get Jobs You Aren’t Qualified For With John Gorman

Aug. 25, 2020
John Gorman was "dead broke" until 32. But in the span of a few years, he went from being a homeless bar singer in Austin, Texas to making six figures per year as o…

The GO Overseas Summit + Culture Shock in NYC

July 4, 2023
Kristin and May Ling Lai sit down in New York City's Bryant Park to chat about the reverse culture shock they experience coming back to NYC from Europe.

Join Me on Nomad Cruise 12 from Spain to Brazil In December

Oct. 24, 2023
Want to travel with Kristin in 2023 or 2024? Find out how to join Kristin on Nomad Cruise 12 from Spain to Brazil this December 2-12, 2023 and if the Nomad Cruise is right for you.

Female Entrepreneurs Reveal How They Make Money Online

March 12, 2024
5 female entrepreneurs from the US, Canada, Nigeria, UK, & Germany share how they went from 9-5 jobs to working for themselves making $10k+ months (without any prior online business experience!).

DIGITAL NOMAD VISAS: Do You Really Need One?

Oct. 20, 2020
Digital nomad visas have become quite the trend in 2020 as countries look for ways to bolster their economies with remote worker tourists. But are digital nomad vis…

First Month Living in Portugal as a Digital Nomad

Nov. 22, 2022
Kristin reflects on her first month in Portugal as a digital nomad. Was leaving the USA the right decision? What are the pros and cons of Portugal? Does she prefer the lifestyle in Lisbon or Madeira?

How To Find Your Home and Your Community Abroad (World Towning Part 2)

Oct. 26, 2021
What is it like to leave behind the American Dream and live a nomadic lifestyle? In part 2 of this interview, we talk about long-term global travel with kids and how to really "live like a local."

Inside the Real Bangkok, Thailand with Erick Prince, Minority Nomad (Part 2)

May 18, 2021
Get ready to depart Thailand and explore the world in Part 2 of Kristin's interview with Erick, the Minority Nomad. Erick shares his favorite travel destinations on…

How To Find Community Abroad With the Co-Founder of WiFi Tribe

Dec. 6, 2022
Kristin sits down with Julia Kallweit, Co-Founder of WiFi Tribe, a community of remote professionals, freelancers, and entrepreneurs from 62 nationalities.

How To Make Thousands of Dollars per Month Writing on Medium

Aug. 30, 2022
Medium's top earning writer, Ayodeji Awosika, has made nearly half a million dollars writing on Medium. He shares why you should consider writing on Medium and how much money you can make blogging.

Vagabonding with Rolf Potts (Interview from Paris, France)

June 8, 2021
Rolf Potts interviewed in Paris, France by Kristin Wilson (Traveling with Kristin), travel blogger and host of Badass Digital Nomads podcast. Travel tips and lessons from 25 years of world travel.

Living Like a Local in France & Italy: Language, Lifestyle, Cost of Living, and More

Aug. 15, 2023
What is it like to live in France and Italy like a local? Hear from the France Correspondent for International Living about the cost of living and lifestyle in the South of France.

Europe Reopening for Summer Travel: France, Spain, Portugal, COVID Certificates, and More

June 15, 2021
Europe Reopening for Summer Travel: Which countries are opening to U.S. tourists? Will you need a negative test, vaccine, or other documents? Plus, airfare prices and what to expect when you arrive.

How To Move Overseas With Confidence - Bigger, Better World

Aug. 8, 2023
International Living's Bigger, Better World podcast interviews Kristin Wilson about living overseas, how she started her travel lifestyle, escaping burnout, & the highs and lows of living abroad.

Getting a 2nd Passport and Living an Expat Lifestyle With Mikkel Thorup of the Expat Money Show

Oct. 11, 2022
Have you ever considered getting a second passport or citizenship? Listen in as Kristin welcomes Mikkel Thorup, Host of The Expat Money Show, to explain how to get dual citizenship.

How to Live Your Best Life at Any Age with Entrepreneurial Ski Bum, Steve Rout

Oct. 6, 2020
Steve Rout is a British journalist, ski bum, tour guide, online marketer, and world traveler. Steve’s long-term travel adventure began in 1982 when he put his succe…

How I See the U.S. After 15 Years Abroad (EXTENDED UNCUT VERSION)

Feb. 2, 2021
How I see the US after living abroad as an expat for 15+ years: The pros, cons, and reverse culture shock I've experienced. (This podcast is the full, uncut version…

What I Dislike About Living Abroad (After 20 Years in 60 Countries)

March 9, 2021
In this podcast, I talk about what I hate (more like strongly dislike) about living abroad while sharing stories and examples of how moving to a foreign country has…

5 Reasons Why 2021 Is the Best Time to Become a Digital Nomad

Dec. 15, 2020
2021 will be the best time in history to become a digital nomad! Here are five reasons why.  Want to become a digital nomad in the upcoming year? Apply for a free s…

Moving Overseas with 3 Kids and Investing in Real Estate Abroad (Founders of Greenback Tax Services)

July 20, 2021
How to live overseas and travel full-time with kids. Podcast interview with an expat couple who had three kids while living abroad and traveling the world.

Living Abroad in Taiwan with Amazon Prime's "Expats International Ingrams"

Oct. 5, 2021
Juanita Ingram, Creator and Producer of the reality TV show “The Expats International Ingrams”, sits down with Kristin to share her advice on overcoming the challenges of moving to a new country.

Planning Your Travel Itinerary and Getting Free Travel Using Credit Card Points

July 20, 2022
What are the best credit cards for travel? Is it worth signing up for all those airline loyalty programs? Find out how to get tens of thousands of dollars in free travel each year using credit cards.

Living in Panama Like a Local: Real Estate, Cost of Living, Visas, Culture, and More

Aug. 22, 2023
Is Panama one of the best places to live in the world? Hear from International Living’s Panama Editor about the culture, cost of living, and lifestyle in Panama.

From Cubicle to Adventure: How to Combine Work and Travel for an Epic Life

April 18, 2023
Kristin chats with German digital nomad and entrepreneur, Elena Poughia, about combining work, travel, and hobbies/interests for an epic life. Plus, why she recommends solo travel.

Where I'm Traveling in 2022

Dec. 28, 2021
Thank you for an epic year of Badass Digital Nomads podcast! Find out which countries Kristin plans to travel to in 2022 (and when).

Living in Costa Rica Since 1999 with the Founder of CRSurf.com

Nov. 23, 2021
Thinking of moving to Costa Rica? Greg Gordon, founder of the country’s first online surf report, CRSurf.com, shares Costa Rica's best-kept secrets and tips on how to grow an online business.

Demystifying Expat Taxes: What to Know About Filing Taxes Abroad

July 18, 2023
The most important things to know about filing your taxes abroad as a US citizen. Plus, tips for non-US citizens on changing your tax base and saving money.

How To Change Careers and Find Community Anywhere in the World With Patrick Farrell

July 5, 2022
If you've ever wanted to pivot in your career or work for yourself but were unsure about making a change, listen up! Learn how to overcome the fear of changing jobs, moving or studying abroad...

Flash Sale + Loneliness Living in SE Asia (Part 2)

Aug. 9, 2022
Welcome back to Part 2 of Kristin's conversation with Giang Cao, which left off last week while chatting about relationships and loneliness in Southeast Asia and as a long-term traveler.

Living in Hungary for Two Years With the Hungarian White Card

March 29, 2022
In this Badass Digital Nomads episode, you'll learn about Hungarian White Card long-stay visa permit for digital nomads, remote workers, retirees, and investors (cost, application requirements, etc.)

From Canada to Mexico – How a Near-Death Experience Changed This Expat’s Life

March 28, 2024
After a near-death experience working at his manual labor job in Canada, Phoenix Sen re-evaluated his priorities in life and focused on healing himself and eventually starting a coaching business.

The Best Wi-Fi for Travel + How To Fly First Class for Less

Dec. 5, 2023
Kristin shares 5 options for getting fast Wi-Fi or data on your phone anywhere in the world. Plus, she gives a tip for saving thousands of dollars on First and Business Class flights.