
Through weekly guest interviews, hosts Melissa Ens and Tracy Vilanova offer gifts of understanding for those who have recently returned from living abroad, reflection for those who have been back for years, and insight for those who have never left their home country. These stories help us all understand the world and ourselves just a little better. www.roundtripstories.com
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 75 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelSociety & Culture | |||

Our guest today is J. K. Amerson López, author of the book Embassy Kid. Kelly grew up in a U.S. diplomat family in the 1950’s and 1960’s in Latin America, Italy, and Spain. In this episode, Kelly shares stories from her book and her childhood growing... more
Welcome back to Part 2 of our interview with Christen Morrow Ara, a U.S. advocate for youth with disabilities and their families, divisional coordinator for Young Life Capernaum, and mother of four. During five years in Peru, Christen found life- giv... more
Our guest today is Chisten Morrow Ara, a U.S. advocate for youth with disabilities and their families, divisional coordinator for Young Life Capernaum, and mother of four. From a young age, Christen felt a connection and friendship to children with d... more
Welcome back to Part 2 of our interview with Professor Phil, teacher educator and mentor who moved to China to work with international schools. Phil worked for 16 years in teacher training and leadership development with his international school cons... more
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I just discovered this podcast full of such a variety of stories from so many intrepid travelers who have ventured all around the world. There’s nothing like travel, especially living in another country, to broaden your horizons and challenge stereotypes. There’s so much cultural richness, so many incredible people and so much great music and food to experience when we leave our own comfort bubble to explore the wider world.
Tracy and Melissa make it fun and I love the way the music and sound ef... more
These are such interesting stories. They will make you laugh and they will make you cry. Having lived overseas and then returned to the U.S. it is comforting to hear other people’s stories who understand the transition to foreign life and then the (often harder) transition back to home country life. Thank you for telling these stories! This podcast is a must listen!
I left California in 2012 to serve in Germany and abruptly (and a bit traumatically) returned with my kids in 2020. There’s been NOTHING to help my kids and I transition back or understand the common things that come up for repatriation as individuals, as a family, etc. This podcast is such a gift to families like mine… a place to hear stories that, while unique, help normalize the joys and challenges of leaving and returning. I soak up knowing that we’re not alone and that there’s a place where... more
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A variety of guest interviews present the complex experiences of third culture kids (TCKs) and individuals who have lived abroad, thereby shedding light on cultural adaptability, identity, and the common challenges of repatriation. The conversations explore themes like reverse culture shock, belonging, and personal growth, offering rich insights into the emotional and social transitions faced by those adjusting to new environments, whether returning home or navigating multicultural identities. The storytelling encourages connection amongst listeners who share similar backgrounds or experiences, creating a sense of community and understanding.
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