Expatriotical
Expatriotical is the podcast for expats, travelers, and other adventurous souls! Learn the art of pivoting during pitfalls and traveling tastefully for less, all while soaking in amazing new cultures without losing your own. Join host, Chandra Alley, as she dives into the joys and challenges of travel and the expat life in every episode.
Episodes
55 episodes
Episode 53: One Year of Expatriotical & Five Years After Covid
Expatriotical is celebrating its 1st anniversary!! So to celebrate Chandra shares a big announcement and also shares about one of the hardest times she experienced as an expat… the COVID-19 lockdown in Italy.Plus listen all th...
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Episode 52: Favorite Foods Since Becoming an Expat
Mamma Mia! In this episode Chandra shares the foods that have made the list of her absolute favorites since becoming an expat. From pastas to French pastries and even drinks, tune in and and let the drooling begin.And of course this epi...
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Episode 51: Types of Expats or TOEs- The Government-Sponsored Expat with Regan Schnoell
In this first episode of an interview series called, "Types of Expats" or "TOEs", Chandra sits down with Regan Schnoell, who has lived for years as a government-sponsored expat. Regan shares what it's like to be the wife of an ambassador, along...
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Episode 50: Curiosities of Living in Europe
Hmm... that's curious! In this episode, Chandra shares curiosities that she has discovered while living in Europe. From things that are totally benign to things that are irritating, or incredibly wonderful. Tune in for an episode full of odditi...
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Episode 49: Navigating Feelings of Loss as an Expat
As humans, we can feel loss from a variety of events. Death, illness, and moving away all being some of them, but those feelings of loss can be intensely magnified when you are living abroad. Today, Chandra explores those feelings of loss, by s...
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Episode 48: Mistakes I've Made as an Expat
When you become an expat for the first time OR even as a veteran expatriate moving to yet another new country, mistakes are bound to happen. And from causing minor inconveniences, to potentially having horrific consequences, host, Chandra Alley...
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Episode 47: 10 Things That Worked For Christmas Travel
In this episode, Chandra reports back on the "Things That Worked", for her family as they traveled back to America from Europe for Christmas for the very first time (at Christmas). There are practical tips and travel hacks AND listen all the wa...
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Episode 46: What Saved My Expat Life in 2024
Before jumping into all things "New Year's", Chandra takes a minute to reflect on the things that were truly life-saving for her in the last year. There are practices, people, and definitely everyday things that are available to anyone. Listen ...
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Episode 45: Joyeux Noël
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! Join host Chandra Alley in this short and sweet episode, as she shares the Christmas story in the most "un-Charlie Browniest" of ways.Plus, prepare yourself for a delicious and completely kos...
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Bonus: More Good Expat Stuff with Heather Dawes
Extra! Extra! Tune in today for a bonus episode and the conclusion of Chandra's interview with friend and veteran expat, Heather Dawes, as they talk about building community and taking the good stuff back "home" with you at the end of your expa...
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Episode 44: International “Amour” with Heather Dawes- Part 2
In this episode… Listen in for Part 2 of this funny, fascinating, and heartwarming conversation with Heather Dawes; as she shares the rest of her love story and some encouraging words, not only for “love birds”, but for everyone regardless of y...
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Episode 43: International “Amour” with Heather Dawes- Part I
So... you met someone! They are funny and smart and kind, they have a good job, they contribute to society, and you think that they might be, the one. The only problem is, they don't live in the same country as you do or you d...
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Episode 42: Navigating the Holidays as an Expat
The holiday season can be stressful for everyone! But as an expat, what happens when you no longer live near family to celebrate? In this episode, join Chandra as she helps you to navigate your options and reminds you that what you dec...
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Episode 41: Hosting Company Expat Style
How do you host company? There are no right or wrong answers, but here is an episode that might be helpful as you step into (or continue) hosting company abroad!Listen in as Chandra shares some great tips on how to improve everyone'...
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Episode 40: Finding My Favorite Place in France
Finding your favorite place in your new country can take time as an expat. It took host, Chandra Alley, over two years! But in this episode she shares all about her favorite place in France. A place you may have never heard of...
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Episode 39: Making Friends All Over the World
Making friends may not be easy, but as an expat it is SO essential! Today Chandra shares not only about why friendships have been so crucial for her (and her family) abroad, but also an important lesson she learned early on as an expat in Italy...
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Episode 38: Discovering Your Next Career as a C.I.P. with Shannon MacDonald
So you're an Expat Partner/C.I.P. (completely irreplaceable partner), now what? Yes there's adventure, yes there's new cultural, but what if you want more? What if you want a career again? Join host, Chandra Alley, today as she talks with expat...
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Episode 37: An Intimate Peak at Moving to Italy
In this unorthodox episode, host Chandra Alley shares a glimpse into her first encounter with Italy. Read from an unedited chapter of her (unpublished) memoir, Chandra shares what surprised her and whether Italy lived up to the fantasy she had ...
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Episode 36: Expats... We're Everywhere!
We are expats! And there are a lot of us, you guys! Today I ( your host- Chandra Alley) dive into the some amazing facts about expatriates and and shares them with you in "real time". From, how many of us are "out there" to the "Best and Worst ...
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Episode 35: Solo Parenting as an Expat with Kim Ross
Parenting isn't easy! But solo parenting in a foreign country can take things to a whole new level! Join host Chandra Alley as she sits down with friend and fellow expat, Kim Ross, and has a heartfelt conversation about the ins and outs and ups...
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Episode 34: Chaos, Catastrophes, and Insurance
Lions and tigers and bears, OH MY! Okay, well it's maybe not that serious, but vandals and fires and break-ins, oh why?!? These are the issues that host, Chandra Alley covers today as she tackles the topic of insurance.Listen in for sol...
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Episode 33: Becoming a Stay at Home Expat with Teresa Kodiak
Becoming an expat can be extremely challenging! But what happens when that life transition is coupled with another huge transition that carries its own weight... pausing your career? Join host, Chandra Alley, as she sits down with frie...
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Episode 32: What's Saving My Expat Life- Summer's End Edition
Sometimes there are just things that brighten your day or simply make your life SO much easier. From restaurants, to products, to markets, and more! Tune in today as Chandra reveals what has "saved" her life at the end of summer and beginning o...
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Episode 31: Empowering Girls to Explore the World with Doni Belau
Have you ever wanted to go on Safari, but no one else seemed interested? Have the streets of Paris been calling you, but you don't want to stroll them alone? Never fear! Girl's Guide to the World is the solution!Join host, Chandra Alley...
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Episode 30: The 8 Different Types of Expats
Not all expat gigs are the same. In fact, some are drastically different than others, but there are elements that weave through the core of them all. What type of expat are you? Join Chandra as she delves into the 8 different types of expatriat...
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