Beste An ExPat podcasts (2024)

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Ep 31 Homes on Wheels 32:00

3M ago32:00

32:00

What do you know about life on the road? There are plenty of resources out there which are part of the culture. In this episode I talk about my recent visit to the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous, Bob Wells, and Homes on Wheels. Check out my affiliates! Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin,…

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Ep. 30 New Year in Quartzsite and Some New Decisions 23:58

4M ago23:58

23:58

Back in the Arizona desert at my spot in Quartzsite. I talk about some Christmas presents I got for the bus to make life easier, I talk about my need to be around people, and some decisions I have made for 2024. Happy New Year! Check out my storefront for useful items I've been using on the road. Check out the Canyon Coolers 30L Mule The GasOne dua…

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Ep 29 Leaving Lake Havasu 29:16

4M ago29:16

29:16

Craggy Wash near Lake Havasu City starts to get crowded and after a week, I decide my neighbors are a lot of drama and sucking my will to live. If you are sick of your neighbors, check out my affiliate partner, Booking.com. Use this link to book your next adventure. https://booking.tp.st/nSYcxk6P Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dus…

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Ep 28 The Arizona Desert 39:21

4M ago39:21

39:21

In this episode I ramble from finish to start about different places I've been in the Arizona desert. It's not really worth your time to listen to. Unless you've had insomnia, then it should do the trick. Also, Merry Christmas! Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn…

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Ep 27: Cooking and Eating on the Road 39:25

4M ago39:25

39:25

In this episode I tackle the questions about how to keep yourself fed on the road without going broke or becoming morbidly obese. I also complain about California and also fast food. Here's the link where you can find my dual fuel cookstove and Canyon cooler mentioned in the show. https://wayward.com/shakesomedust Support the show Visit my blog at …

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Ep. 26 Shake Some Dust: An American Expatriate Traveling in...America 45:59

5M ago45:59

45:59

After a bit of a hiatus, I return with a new branding on the old podcast to work with my new life. I've seen things out on the road you people wouldn't believe. I believe I'm watching the American Dream unravel and most of us are too busy staring at our phones to see it. Social media, the media media, and consumerism are a nice distraction from wat…

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17. What I Would and Wouldn't Do Again - Furlough, Part 3 12:26

6M ago12:26

12:26

After having a little time back from our trip to the states, I sat down to think of 2 things I want to ensure we do again next go-round and 2 things I want to change! I just hope I remember to listen to this before our next trip :) If you've ever taken a furlough trip, I'd love to hear your do-agains and avoid-at-all-costs! Support the show Please …

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16. 3 ~Reverse~ Culture Shocks - Furlough, Part 2 11:28

7M ago11:28

11:28

Culture shock happens when a person leaves their home culture to live somewhere else recognizes the differences (often difficult) between the new culture and their home culture. Reverse culture shock happens upon returning to one's home culture and one realizes there are things about the culture that, well, shock them. We visited America this summe…

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15. Welcome "Home" - Furlough, Part 1 9:38

7M ago9:38

9:38

Home - oh, what an interesting concept for anyone that's ever moved. Let's talk about home and feeling multiple emotions at the same time! And thanks for all of you who waited patiently over the last few months as I was out and about in non-podcast-world. I'm really excited to be back :) Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any e…

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S2Ep25 Am I Becoming a Hermit? The traveling travel writer ponders the deeper questions. 24:35

7M ago24:35

24:35

In this episode, late night ponderings outside of the realm of internet connectivity lead me to asking the deep questions. Am I becoming a hermit? Do I even care? What deeper conspiracy is afoot where we can't go through 48 hours without the internet before experiencing withdrawal symptoms. Listen to me ramble in the dark here. Support the show Vis…

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S2E24 First Day on the Road 33:30

8M ago33:30

33:30

The first day out on the road started with some tough goodbyes and nearly ended in disaster. Follow my misadventures as I attempt to live on the road in a converted schoolbus. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair of boots for my travels. Use the code HAR…

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Episode 23: New Beginnings. Life in a Converted School Bus 48:17

8M ago48:17

48:17

New changes to my life are coming and this is where I talk about what's happening. Nearly three years in the ancestral family home has come to an end. What's next? Living on the road in a converted schoolbus. Right now I'm dealing with the learning curve of how to make this happen and ready to leave my old life behind. Support the show Visit my blo…

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MINI-SODE: It's just a Sos Beag 11:14

8M ago11:14

11:14

A Special Message from Matt & Bernadine: "From My Home To Yours has been running for 15 weeks straight, and you've been with us for the episodes in Australia, in Ireland AND on an aeroplane! We've come so far together, and we want to thank you for being with us on this journey. It is for this reason, we're going to take a "sos beag", or "a little b…

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Guards, Gob$h¡tes & GAA Legs 59:15

8M ago59:15

59:15

Work is starting, life in Ireland is starting to settle in - this week, Matt & Bernadine have taken a break from the advice and experiences of their move to address some listener questions! They've had a few Qs waiting in the wings and now is the perfect time to tackle them. Bernadine also puts Matt through his paces with a quiz on Irish phrases an…

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INTERVIEW: Preparation is key! With Sarah & Lucia of Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project 54:14

8M ago54:14

54:14

As you are thinking about your big move to Ireland (or anywhere, for that matter!) it's important to do as much as you can to prepare in anticipation of every aspect of your life in your destination country. This includes immigration requirements, preparing funds, tax implications, working visas... and that's just to get you started! Lucky for Irel…

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Highs & Lows, Ups & Downs, Peaks & Troughs 53:45

9M ago53:45

53:45

Matt & Bernadine have finally moved into their home for the next year, and weren't thrilled at what they found on Day 1. In this episode they vent their woes of the current rental market in Ireland, share the "wobbles" of finally living what they've planned for so long, and coming to terms with returning home after so long. Topics discussed in this…

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INTERVIEW: Save money (and stress!) right now with Stephanie Wickham of ExpatTaxes.ie 48:31

9M ago48:31

48:31

Bernadine and Matt have brought you another very special interview with an expert in their field, and this time around it's all about saving your money through taxes! This week, Stephanie Wickham from ExpatTaxes.ie is talking to Matt about all things taxes in the Irish system and the main considerations anyone should have before they move to Irelan…

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Don't Push a door that says "Pull!" 53:36

9M ago53:36

53:36

They're back to the ol' tips and tricks, as Matt & Bernadine discuss the process and reasoning behind their approach to securing a rental property in West Ireland. Matt has *finally* managed to get his PPS number (now just waiting on the card!) and Bernadine has had an adventure in travel and created more memories this week. Topics this week: Commu…

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Reflections, Rentals and Penguin Pebbles 46:17

9M ago46:17

46:17

More progress made this week - after a month of driving back-and-forth to their desired city, Bernadine and Matt have secured their rental property for the next year! 👏👏 In this episode they have the run-down of their experience locking in the rental compared to Australia and all the changes to the Irish real estate method since the pandemic began.…

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INTERVIEW: They're the Best For a Reason! - John Healy of Healy Insurances 42:14

10M ago42:14

42:14

This week we have a special episode! Besides some introductory banter, Matt sat down with John Healy from Healy Insurances to talk about the state of car insurance in Ireland and everything that expats & repats should know about securing their car insurance. Healy Insurances is responsible for the famous Mary of Healys (not Mary Healy!) that has be…

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Tales of Pints, Patience and Finding Joy 43:59

10M ago43:59

43:59

Back for another episode of the podcast, and Bernadine & Matt don't have a huge amount of progress to share - mostly because they took some well-deserved time off for Matt's Birthday! That doesn't mean they don't have some advice and thoughts to share with you, so stick around! Topics discussed: Shoutouts for the community Patience when progress is…

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"A blatant, abandon-mun-nus of cars!" 46:33

10M ago46:33

46:33

Bernadine and Matt have been continuing to tick those travel/settling-in boxes with more advice to give this week. If you're wondering about car parking, Irish small-town culture or the pronunciation of the word "Chamomile", then this one is for you! This week, they cover: The full process and documents needed for the spousal Visa. The order of act…

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It's Business Time! (The first episode on Irish soil) 48:15

10M ago48:15

48:15

Matt and Bernadine are ten days into their Irish move, and things are going great! From cars to stamps to contracts... there's a lot you've been missing! This week, you'll get the full experience from their time in Business Class, some reflections from Matt about the intense feelings of leaving your home country, Matt gets his Irish Visa and the fi…

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Taking you with us from Australia to Ireland 17:32

10M ago17:32

17:32

Matt and Bernadine have now officially made the move to Ireland! As they find their feet and shake off the remnants of jet lag, they have a special surprise for you this week. Throughout the process of packing up their home and preparing to move, they've recorded a series of short audio clips to take you on the journey. The emotions, the process an…

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Those we Love Lighting our way Home 48:25

11M ago48:25

48:25

Bernadine and Matthew are feeling tired and emotional... it might become clear in the tenor of their voices, but they still have plenty of experiences to share and shout-outs to make! In this episode, Bernadine and Matt share their final moments with colleagues and friends, the lead-up to finalising their house before the tenants move in, some auto…

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Home can be in a second place (For Keith) 35:44

11M ago35:44

35:44

We're almost there! Bernadine and Matt are continuing to pack up their house, but now the farewells have begun. In this episode, Matt talks about the unexpected passing of his grandfather, the pair discuss saying goodbye to the Australian family, and the importance of trust and setting your mindset during the big move. It's easy to question and rel…

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It's no longer months... it's actually weeks! 42:13

11M ago42:13

42:13

Bernadine & Matt are continuing to do their thing, packing up their lives to get ready to move across the world to Ireland from Australia. You'll find out what they've ticked off their to-do lists, navigating the emotions that are part of a move like this and some extra tid-bits & advice for you. Not every situation is the same, but moving across t…

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Light the F***in' Candle 34:28

11M ago34:28

34:28

Welcome to the first official episode of "From My Home To Yours", a podcast about Bernadine and Matthew's journey, moving their life from Australia (Matt's Home) to Ireland (Bernadine's Home). As an introduction to us, we'll be talking about everything you need to know before we get stuck into the journey. You'll hear about our reasons for moving, …

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TEASER: Promo from Episode 01 of From My Home To Yours 0:42

11M ago0:42

0:42

If you're looking for a podcast by Bernadine and Matthew talking about moving to Ireland and/or from Australia, then you're in the right place! Subscribe today to hear about our journey, the logistics of moving to Ireland from Australia and our thoughtful reflections on our big life change. Keep in touch with us! If you have questions about what do…

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14. The Music Episode 12:37

12M ago12:37

12:37

How often do you sing? Is music constantly rolling around in your head? It definitely is in mine! I've even found that the types of songs in my head can be little clues for me to see what's going on in my emotions. Luckily for you, I don't do almost ANY singing in this episode. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and …

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13. Our Moving Story - Japanniversary #3! 11:05

1y ago11:05

11:05

Last week we celebrated the fact that we've been in Japan for 3 years. To say it was hard would be an understatement and to say it's been amazing just wouldn't suffice. Let's talk about mask recommendations in an honor shame culture and hearing the voice of God calling you where you should go. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with…

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12. Life Abroad - Schools in Japan 13:58

1y ago13:58

13:58

My daughter is starting elementary school soon! Come along with me and let's chat about some of the goofy, different, and wonderful things we've experienced and have heard about in the local school system. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: …

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Ep. 22 Validation and the Pro Mentality as a Creative 23:30

1y ago23:30

23:30

The idea of being a pro in a creative field can be scary. This was my first tax season with the training wheels off and I survived. Here I talk about the mindset I have had in making that first big step. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair of boots for …

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11. 3 Things I Love About Living in Japan 10:00

1y ago10:00

10:00

I made the mistake of recording this podcast before lunch and man my stomach was grumblin’ by the time I hit stop. So grab a snack and let’s chat about 3 of my favorite things about Japan! (psst: one is Japanese food, so I’m not kidding about listening with a full belly!) Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friend…

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10. Life + Toddlers = Guilt Galore 10:37

1y ago10:37

10:37

Life is crazy sometimes. There are seasons where the habits I worked hard to form just simply cannot be part of my daily life anymore. There are seasons where I can be very disciplined. Am I a bad Christian when I don't read my Bible every day? Have I replaced love for God with love for family when I spend hours a day changing diapers and (trying b…

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9. Our Moving Story - Learning Japanese in the Summer of 2020 10:37

1y ago10:37

10:37

Language learning is SUCH an endeavor! It's taxing emotionally, relationally, and even physically. I'd love to chat with you for a bit about my experience as my family and I began learning Japanese a few years ago. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on In…

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Ep. 21: Losing Traction and Imposter Syndrome 33:09

1y ago33:09

33:09

Have you ever hit a stumbling block in your creative process because you think you are an imposter and everyone is going to figure it out and hate you? Yeah, me either. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair of boots for my travels. Use the code HARRIS10 f…

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Ep. 20: The Freelancer 23:27

1y ago23:27

23:27

One day while meeting friends for coffee, the barista annoyed the hell out of me. He told me he was more of a "freelance writer". In this episode, I explain why he was wrong. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair of boots for my travels. Use the code HARR…

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8. Daily Bookends - The What, Why, and How 10:06

1+ y ago10:06

10:06

We all know consistency and habits matter - but what about creating habits among a whole group of people? Every single day? Our family has been *trying* for a few years to create daily routines and it has been a wonderful pillar for us to rely on. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of e…

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Ep. 19: Get Your Passport 20:43

1+ y ago20:43

20:43

Sometimes to get a better appreciation for where we are from, we have to leave that place at look at it from another point of view. Of course we also run the risk of seeing so many flaws we have gotten used to. Get your passport. See the world. See where you come from too. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Ch…

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7. Christmas Quarantine, Christianity, and Culture 10:55

1+ y ago10:55

10:55

New Year New Season! Welcome to Season 2 of Bike Chats with an Expat! It's been a slow couple of weeks around here, and I've had time to gather a few precious thoughts about *all* the things. Can't wait to share just 10 minutes of those thoughts with you now! Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family …

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Ep. 18: Finding Focus and Priming the Pump for the Creative Process 19:40

1+ y ago19:40

19:40

Bad weather is doing what it can to keep me at home, but sometimes it's hard to even get started. This time I talk about how to get over that BS you keep telling yourself that just keeps holding you back Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair of boots for …

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6. Merry Christmas and ... wait it's already 2023? 5:37

1+ y ago5:37

5:37

What. A. Year. Anyone else feel that way about 2022? We sure had a wild one. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: @lifewithlaceywhite Bike Chats is a part of Nozomi Today Ministries, a ministry devoted to proclaiming the gospel in Japan. Your …

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Ep. 17: Road Tripping in Ireland: The Cliffs of Moher and the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival 25:45

1+ y ago25:45

25:45

On the search for the perfect cable-knit sweater, I visit the world famous Cliffs of Moher, eat delicious food, and narrowly escape shenanigans at the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival. Part of my series on my travels in Ireland, it's good to think back on those days as the weather outside is terrible up in the Colorado mountains. Support the show …

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Ep. 16: This time of year I'm sick of the cold and other thoughts I should have kept to myself 17:08

1+ y ago17:08

17:08

The weather outside is more than frightful, it's godawful. With temperatures well below zero and the holidays upon us, I take time to think outloud and try to focus on something better for the upcoming year. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair of boots …

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Episode 15: Drafting and editing 21:27

1+ y ago21:27

21:27

What is the difference between a first draft and a third draft? Editing is a lot more than grammar and spelling. It's a way to craft the story and use language to give a story texture. Here I share two versions of the same scene to show the difference. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for …

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Episode 14: Artificial Intelligence and the End of Freelancing 21:34

1+ y ago21:34

21:34

I discuss a brief overview of the last 100 years of American literature, its decline, and now the rise of the machines which are putting freelancers out of work who get their income for writing for content mills. I'm probably wrong, but it's food for thought. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the li…

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Episode 13: Be Kind to Your Muse: Why Memory and Creativity Matter in Writing and Expression 20:00

1+ y ago20:00

20:00

In this episode I talk about having a long memory and why that is important in the creative process. I also explore the idea of the stories choosing the best person for the job, regardless of what we tell ourselves. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair o…

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Episode 12: Working on the Book and Other BS Going on with Life 22:59

1+ y ago22:59

22:59

In this episode, I talk about working on the book, bracing myself for life changes, and the possibility of becoming homeless. Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Origin, which made a damn fine pair of boots for my travels. Use the code HARRIS10 for 10% off your total purchase. I've been w…

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Episode 11: Write your own blank check and do what fills your soul. 18:09

1+ y ago18:09

18:09

I rant a little bit about snobs, gatekeepers, and doing things we want to do that make us happy because we aren't going to live forever. It's a pep talk to keep me doing this show, and also I hope I can bring some folks along with me. Who's with me!? Support the show Visit my blog at www.shake-some-dust.com Affiliate Links Check out the link for Or…

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