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Portugal - The Simple Life

Dylan Herholdt
Portugal
Lisbon
Community
Real Estate
Silver Coast
Nazaré
Alentejo
Algarve
Food
Culture
Tourism
Community Building
Health Care
Cascais
Portuguese Culture
Lifestyle
Portuguese Food
Portugal Realty
Wine
Food Culture

"Olá e bem-vindo" to Portugal The Simple Life Podcast!If your plans to have a simple life abroad include delicious food, a fantastic climate, friendly people and lots of things to see and do, then Portugal is the right place to be!

Dylan Herholdt, who has made his life in Portugal, shares an insider's perspective on living in Portugal and a glimpse of the marvellous lifestyle that has captivated f... more

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This week Dylan is joined by the hilarious & talented Jomi Cruz. Jomi is born and raised in Portugal but has been living in the UK where he brings laughter and joy to thousands as a stand up comedian and founder of Comedy Freaks in London. Jomi is no... more

What about Portugal could contribute most to your longevity? Our latest guest Amelia Rita Monteiro helps us answer this question. Amelia is a researcher at Católica Lisbon a prestigious University where she is also the director of Research at The Cen... more

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Recent Guests

My Nguyen
Founder of Confidance
Confidance
Episode: Enjoying the moments in Portugal
Jomi Cruz
Portuguese comedian, host of Comedy Freaks
Comedy Freaks / Comedy Freaks UK
Episode: Awkwardly Portuguese
Amelia Rita Monteiro
Professor and researcher at Católica University; Director of Research at the Católica Center on Longevity Leadership
Centre on Longevity Leadership, Católica Lisbon
Episode: Portugal and your longevity
Howard Bilton
Portugal-based entrepreneur, wine producer, and founder of the Sovereign Art Foundation
Howard's Folly / Sovereign Art Foundation
Episode: A Portuguese folly
Gabriella Malsil
Stand-up comedian
Self-employed / comedian
Episode: Stupid Questions About Portugal - Gabriella & Marcos
Marcos Bilru
Comedian
Self-employed / comedian
Episode: Stupid Questions About Portugal - Gabriella & Marcos
Vincent Kardasik
Filmmaker, producer, and cinematographer; surf industry veteran
France/Portugal; Nazaré resident at times
Episode: Surfing Nazare is not fun.
Michelle Pozon
Spiritual stylist
Self-employed / Spiritual Styling practice
Episode: Portugal is a warm embrace
Pedro Pedroso
Portuguese air traffic controller and analog astronaut participant
Undisclosed (Portugal)
Episode: Are there Portuguese astronauts?

Host

Dylan Herholdt
Host of the show; shares an insider's perspective on living in Portugal and the lifestyle that attracts expats and professionals.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • 🤩

    This podcast stands out because of the kind and respectful regard Dylan has for our new country.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    changagarcia
    United States5 months ago
  • Inspo

    This podcast is keeping me motivated in the daunting process of applying for residency.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    changagarcia
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great interviews & informative

    Came across the pod while searching for holidaying in Portugal, now I’m hooked & dreaming one day of contacting this guy when I buy my pad of dreams on the silver coast !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lacy113
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Loved today’s podcast!

    Amazing! Natalie Wester is such an Inspiration to women trying to begin a new chapter in their lives and start over. Thanks a million :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yruaVana
    United States3 years ago
  • Your YouTube video

    Unable to actually see the video portion. Please fix glitch of the latest episode. Thx

    I listen to the podcast. However if YouTube has no video makes no sense to subscribe.

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    yruaVana
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests consistently bring diverse perspectives on living in Portugal and local culture.
Listeners appreciate practical relocation advice and real estate insights.
Loved the authentic stories and warm hospitality conveyed by the host.

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Portugal and your longevity
Q: Amelia, why don't you start off telling us a little bit about yourself?
Amelia describes growing up in Lisbon, her academic background in organizational behavior and management, and her current role as a professor and director of research at Católica University, with a focus on longevity, intergenerational relationships, and career transitions.
Awkwardly Portuguese
Q: Do you think you'll move back to Portugal at some stage?
The guest envisions staying in the UK for now but would like to split time between the two places, and even contemplates retirement in Portugal.
Portugal... The numbers don't lie
Q: What is one thing that you would like people to remember and take away from our conversation?
I would say one thing that I would like people to know is that, first of all, know yourself, regardless of where you move to, which country you move to.
My home in Portugal - Mike
Q: What advice would you want to give to people who are wanting to invest in property in Portugal?
Do some research yourself before taking the step to ensure you don't face unwelcome surprises.
Portuguese kids these days
Q: What do you want people to know about your country that they're not going to see on a brochure?
The pace is a lot slower and calmer. Enjoy the moment that you're in.

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What is Portugal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on living, investing, and visiting in Portugal, with an emphasis on expat life, culture, and local entrepreneurship. Across episodes, topics include moving to Portugal, property markets, authentic Portuguese culture, community-building, and personal development in a Portuguese context. A standout is the blend of practical relocation tips with warm, human storytelling—from real estate and entrepreneurship to lifestyle, food, and wellness. Notable throughlines include the pace of life, hospitality, and the country as a hub for international professionals and families seeking a simple, connected life abroad.

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Which podcasts are similar to Portugal?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Portugal:

1. ExpatsEverywhere Presents: Let's Move to Portugal
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5. We Can Do Hard Things

How many episodes of Portugal are there?

Portugal launched 6 years ago and published 337 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Portugal?

Recent guests on Portugal include:

1. My Nguyen
2. Jomi Cruz
3. Amelia Rita Monteiro
4. Howard Bilton
5. Gabriella Malsil
6. Marcos Bilru
7. Vincent Kardasik
8. Michelle Pozon

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