Armchair Expat
Armchair Expat
Podcast Description
What really happens when you leave everything familiar behind and start over in a new country?
Armchair Expat is a podcast about moving abroad, living overseas, and building a life you love on your own terms. Hosted by Shannon Acton of @BargainHomesAbroad, each episode features real stories from people who have relocated internationally—whether for work, retirement, lifestyle, or love.
Guests include everyday expats, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs who share honest insights, practical advice, and personal reflections on what it really takes to move abroad and thrive. But this show isn’t just about logistics—it’s about the inner journey, too. From identity shifts and culture shock to healing, intuition, and transformation, Armchair Expat explores how living abroad can change you in ways you never expected.
If you’re dreaming of moving to another country or curious about expat life, this podcast will inspire, inform, and guide your journey—no passport required.
Website: www.armchairexpat.com
Contact Us: [email protected]
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as relocation logistics, cultural adaptation, personal transformation, and identity shifts. For example, episodes cover topics like the political motivations behind moving abroad, navigating housing challenges in a new country, and the emotional journey involved in leaving everything familiar behind.
What really happens when you leave everything familiar behind and start over in a new country?
Armchair Expat is a podcast about moving abroad, living overseas, and building a life you love on your own terms. Hosted by Shannon Acton of Bargain Homes Abroad, each episode features real stories from people who have relocated internationally—whether for work, retirement, lifestyle, or love.
Guests include everyday expats, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs who share honest insights, practical advice, and personal reflections on what it really takes to move abroad and thrive. But this show isn’t just about logistics—it’s about the inner journey, too. From identity shifts and culture shock to healing, intuition, and transformation, Armchair Expat explores how living abroad can change you in ways you never expected.
If you’re dreaming of moving to another country or curious about expat life, this podcast will inspire, inform, and guide your journey—no passport required.
Website: www.armchairexpat.com
Contact Us: [email protected]
In this episode of the Armchair Expat podcast, Shawna shares her journey from growing up in Los Angeles to living in Spain and helping others move abroad. She discusses her experiences in the corporate world, her love for the European lifestyle, and the creation of her business, Move Overseas Now, which assists Americans in relocating to Europe. Shawna provides valuable insights into visa options, healthcare in Europe, and practical tips for those considering a move abroad. She emphasizes the importance of community and mindset in pursuing one’s dreams.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:50 The Journey to Spain and Corporate Life
07:11 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
09:57 Creating Move Overseas Now
13:11 Advice for Aspiring Expats
15:57 Visa Options for Moving to Europe
18:55 Exploring Other Countries and Their Visa Options
28:23 Exploring Residency Options in Latin America
33:08 Navigating Residency in France
38:30 Understanding Digital Nomad Visas in Europe
40:27 Healthcare Insights for Expats
47:02 Resources for Moving Abroad
49:18 Mindset Shifts for Relocation
CONNECT WITH SHAWNA
Armchair Expat is hosted by Shannon Acton, founder and Chief Bargain Hunter of Bargain Homes Abroad
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If you’re interested in sponsoring or partnering with Armchair Expat, please reach out to Shannon at the following email: info AT bargain-homes DOT com
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