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The Best Way To Learn a Foreign Language (Fast)

April 5, 2022
What's the fastest way to learn a new foreign language? Kristin shares how she learned Spanish in one month and how you can become fluent in another language fast.

Learning Languages Faster and Coping with Culture Shock in Colombia

Feb. 14, 2023
An expat in Colombia joins Kristin to talk about the reality of learning languages abroad and coping with culture shock in Colombia and Germany.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

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…

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.

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

Is It Possible To Fully Integrate With a Foreign Culture?

April 12, 2022
Do you ever really fit in with the locals in a foreign country? Kristin explores how to integrate with different cultures through the fascinating story of a famous chef who moved to Japan.

My Opinion on the Bali Digital Nomad Controversy - Reporting Live from the UK

April 25, 2023
Listen to Kristin's thoughts and analysis on the digital nomad Bali controversy and how how we can be part of the solution.

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 …

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.

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 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 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.

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!

Costa Rica Cost of Living for Foreigners and Expats

May 17, 2022
Find out what the cost of living is in Costa Rica and categories of expenses to include in your living abroad budget. Kristin also details her exact cost of living in Costa Rica!

How To Find Housing Overseas Without Using Airbnb

Sept. 28, 2021
When it comes to moving abroad, did you know that Airbnb is one of the more expensive places to look for rentals? For travelers and remote workers alike, here are 27 unique ways to find a rental.

10 Tips for Writing Your First Book

June 21, 2022
Have you ever thought about writing a book? Kristin provides 10 tips and lessons learned from writing her first book. She compares traditional vs self-publishing and provides helpful resources.

How to Move Abroad (with No Job or Money) - Live Podcast with Expats Everywhere

Jan. 7, 2020
Expats Everywhere was founded by a US couple named Josh and Kalie, who have been living in foreign countries such as Spain, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, an…

Female Solo Traveler Finds Freedom in Paris and the Digital Nomad Lifestyle

April 9, 2024
Kristin and Dinah, a digital nomad and online entrepreneur in Tulum, chat about the rewards and challenges of traveling and working abroad as solo female entreprene…

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…

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 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 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."

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!

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.

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.…

Becoming a Self-Made Entrepreneur and Creative with Niklas Göke

Jan. 24, 2023
Author and Top Medium Writer, Niklas Göke, based in Germany, joins Kristin to talk about the journey of becoming a self-made entrepreneur and making a living from your creativity.

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…

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.

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!

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…

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

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.

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…

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…

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.

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.

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

How I See the UK as an American Abroad

June 13, 2023
Kristin opens up about her experience in the UK so far and why it's made her sad and nostalgic about the current state of the USA.

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.

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…

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.

Culture Shock in Ireland: My First Impressions as an American

May 2, 2023
After traveling to Ireland for the first time, Kristin shares everything that surprised her during her visit. Join her for a walk around the Enniskerry Powerscourt castle grounds to learn more.

How To Cure Travel Itinerary Overwhelm and More of Your Travel Questions Answered

May 9, 2023
How do you overcome travel planning anxiety? Is Airbnb too expensive for housing? Kristin answers your questions live on YouTube and shares a very special announcement about the rest of the year.

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.

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.

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…

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.

8 Ways To Overcome Reverse Culture Shock

June 20, 2023
Have you ever felt reverse culture shock coming home after a trip abroad? If you can relate, Kristin has 8 tips for you to help process and overcome any symptoms of reverse culture shock.

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…

Asking Europeans What They Think of Americans and the USA

Dec. 19, 2023
What do Europeans think about the USA? Kristin talks with strangers on the streets of Amsterdam about their thoughts on the United States and its citizens, but their reactions were unexpected!

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.

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.

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.

Living in Japan as an American Abroad (Cultural Differences)

March 7, 2023
Japan has reopened for travel and cherry blossom season is upon us! Tune in to learn about Japan’s cultural differences and what it’s like living abroad in Japan as an American.

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 Best Places To Retire or Live Abroad (and How To Decide)

Aug. 31, 2021
Where should you live abroad and how can you best decide? Hear about 10 Top Places to Retire and strategies for choosing the best place to live for your budget, lif…

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…

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 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.

Tulum, Mexico: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

March 21, 2024
Kristin shares the highs and lows from her experience traveling to Tulum this month, including some harrowing stories about police corruption and hospital scams.

On Life, Death, and Coping with Grief

Nov. 17, 2020
Reflections on life, death, and how to cope with grief, guilt, or regret after the passing of a loved one. Lessons learned from my grandparents, advice from Steve J…

How to Start a Digital Marketing Agency and Crush Facebook Ads

Dec. 8, 2020
Interview with Kevin Urrutia of Voy Media and the Digital Marketing Fastlane Podcast

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.

The Best Places to Live in Costa Rica

May 3, 2022
Considering traveling or moving to Costa Rica someday? This episode is for you! Kristin shares her brand new Living Abroad in Costa Rica Guide, plus 10 of her favorite places to live in the country.

Eco-Friendly Travel: How To Travel the World Sustainably

Nov. 9, 2021
Want to travel more sustainably? There are many ways to reduce your carbon footprint while traveling the world. Tune into Ep 133 of Badass Digital Nomads to learn how to be an eco-friendly traveler!

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!).

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…

How To Live in Spain Without a Work Permit

Sept. 14, 2021
Is it possible to live in Spain without a work permit? Find out in Episode 125 of Badass Digital Nomads. Learn the differences, costs, & requirements for Spains's Non-Lucrative Visa, Self-Employment.

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.

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.

Your Perfect Day-in-the-Life as an Expat Abroad

Jan. 11, 2022
What does your ideal "day in the life" as an expat living abroad look like? Find out in this visualization exercise from Kristin's relocation coaching program, Ready to Relocate.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

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..

Reflect, Recharge, Reinvent: Living with Purpose in 2024

Jan. 16, 2024
Badass Digital Nomads is back after a holiday break! Kristin shares behind the scenes of the podcast after an action-packed 2023, plus some life and personal development themes for 2024.

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…