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Lucky to Be Here: Building Lives & Careers Abroad

Dr. Analía Gómez Vidal, C.P.C.
Argentina
New Zealand
Bratislava
Istanbul
Nicole Moreno‑deinzer
Berlin, Germany
Digital Nomad
Fulbright Scholarship
H-1b Visa
International Education
United Nations
Malang, Indonesia
Courageously Curious
Coaching
Indonesia
Paraguay
Career Development
Geographies Of Global Inequalities
Circular Economy
Sydney

Building life abroad, navigating life, career and immigration changes, and transitions while living abroad are all at the heart of Lucky to Be Here. Hosted by Dr. Analía Gómez Vidal, C.P.C., this podcast shares moving and living abroad stories from people who have navigated major life and career changes across countries. Hear their lessons and career advice for relocating to a new country, definin... more

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Lucky to Be Here is a podcast that showcases those who took the leap to build lives and careers across countries. They share their stories, their lessons, and their advice to show us what it means, and what it takes, to build a life and career abroad... more

In our last bonus episode for Season 1, we share four key takeaways from the first season of Lucky to Be Here. Whether you are an immigrant, want to become one, or have no desire to ever move countries, these takeaways speak to our lives and experien... more

Mutiara is a certified coach and global educator who equips students and professionals to become visionary leaders through immersive global experiences and transformative coaching. Her methodology blends practical leadership training with deep cultur... more

Lucky to Be Here is a podcast that showcases those who took the leap to build lives and careers across countries. They share their stories, their lessons, and their advice to show us what it means, and what it takes, to build a life and career abroad... more

Lucky to Be Here is a podcast that showcases those who took the leap to build lives and careers across countries. They share their stories, their lessons, and their advice to show us what it means, and what it takes, to build a life and career abroad... more

Lucky to Be Here is a podcast that showcases those who took the leap to build lives and careers across countries. They share their stories, their lessons, and their advice to show us what it means, and what it takes, to build a life and career abroad... more

Lucky to Be Here is a podcast that showcases those who took the leap to build lives and careers across countries. They share their stories, their lessons, and their advice to show us what it means, and what it takes, to build a life and career abroad... more

Lucky to Be Here is a podcast that showcases those who took the leap to build lives and careers across countries. They share their stories, their lessons, and their advice to show us what it means, and what it takes, to build a life and career abroad... more

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Florencia Colella
Financial facilitator in agri-food systems; Fulbright scholar
Independent/Fulbright alum
Episode: A Two-Year Plan Turned into A Life Abroad: Adapting to the Unexpected with Florencia Colella
Gertrude Nortra
PhD in microbiology and immunology; scientific communications professional; author of Navigating the Pivot
Episode: The Pivots of The Bold Ph.D.: Gertrude Nonterah on Her Non-Linear Path to Success
Osvaldo Sosa Echanis
Project manager and business operations professional with SaaS experience
Episode: Building La Vie En France: Osvaldo Sosa Echanis Living a Decade-Long Dream
Nicole Moreno‑Deinzer
Serial entrepreneur, storyteller, and digital nomad who founded Epifania Culture Magazine and co‑founded A La Mode Branding
Epifania Culture Magazine; A La Mode Branding
Episode: A Year Around The World with Nicole Moreno-Deinzer
Kern Mangan-Walker
New Zealander studying Geographies of Global Inequalities at Freie Universität Berlin
Freie Universität Berlin (Master's program)
Episode: Learning (and Living in) Geographies of Global Inequalities with Kern Mangan-Walker
Francia Canta
Entertainment attorney by day and multi-hyphenate artist by night; singer-songwriter, actor, model, TV host, voice actor, dancer, and yogi
Independent artist/enterpreneur
Episode: Finding Frecuencia Francia Through Microstories, From Venezuela to the World
Marta Spirk
Professional singer, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and speaking coach
Self-employed / Branding Coach
Episode: Building the American Life (And A Family of Seven): Marta Spirk’s Moves Between Brazil and the U.S.
Elena Hoffer
Co-founder and CEO of Alma.me, PhD in medical sciences from Karolinska Institutet
Alma.me
Episode: Turning Discomfort into Stepping Stones: Elena Hoffer’s Path from Germany to Sweden
Gisela de la Villa
Multi-hyphenate professional involved in tech, performance arts, and Wellington scene
Independent professional in Wellington, New Zealand
Episode: Meeting Halfway at the Other End of the World: Gisela de la Villa’s Path into Kiwi Life

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Analía Gómez Vidal
Host of Lucky to Be Here: Building Lives & Careers Abroad

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Building the American Life (And A Family of Seven): Marta Spirk’s Moves Between Brazil and the U.S.
Q: Where are you from? Where have you been? And where are you now?
I'm from São Paulo, Brazil, lived in Denver during my studies, spent years in Brazil again, and am back in Denver with my family, continuing my work in speaking and coaching.
Turning Discomfort into Stepping Stones: Elena Hoffer’s Path from Germany to Sweden
Q: What were the professional options that you had in mind as you were navigating your PhD?
She describes evaluating industry roles, seeking autonomy in a non-lab setting, exploring career paths through mentorship and proactive learning, and eventually discovering a path that combined meaning with entrepreneurship, including her eventual move into founding Alma.me.
Turning Discomfort into Stepping Stones: Elena Hoffer’s Path from Germany to Sweden
Q: And so how did you feel about moving forward in an academic career?
Elena explains that academia wasn't for her because lab work felt isolating and she craved meaningful, team-oriented work; she ultimately pivoted toward industry and entrepreneurship.
Finding Frecuencia Francia Through Microstories, From Venezuela to the World
Q: What pivotal moments led you to shift from a traditional legal career to music and storytelling?
A 10-day silent meditation retreat in Vietnam sparked personal forgiveness and the decision to quit a corporate legal job; later, the South Africa pandemic period catalyzed artistic rebirth and a documentary opportunity with Brompton Bicycles.
Finding Frecuencia Francia Through Microstories, From Venezuela to the World
Q: How did your experiences in Italy influence your sense of home and your artistic direction?
Italy gave Francia language as a seed for world citizenship, inspired a fusion musical aesthetic, and connected her to mentors who supported her artistic and academic growth.

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The show spotlights real-world journeys of people who have relocated across borders to redefine careers and lives. Across episodes, listeners hear practical, step-by-step accounts of navigating visas, housing, work permits, and cultural adaptation, often balanced with personal stories about family, relationships, and identity. Guests span academia, technology, entrepreneurship, and the arts, offering actionable tips on planning, branding, remote work, and building community abroad. A standout theme is the emphasis on intentional, long-term moves—often requiring resilience, networking, and proactive upskilling—and the host's guiding approach blends compassion with pragmatic coaching. This mix makes it particularly useful for aspiring interna... more

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