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The Big Purple Blob PODCAST

The Big Purple Blob
Foreign Service
Expat Life
Mental Health
Diplomatic Community
Community Support
Expats
Third Culture Kids
Home Robbery
Mammograms
Breast Cancer
Budgeting
Therapy
Individualized Education Plans
Cultural Adjustment
Language Learning
Security Awareness
Jonathan Haidt
Healthcare Access
Home Leave
Political Ideologies

We offer emotional support for EFMs and Expats around the world. A group of specialists who are trained Life Coaches bring wisdom & understanding to all of us facing the challenges of frequent moves and life overseas. Parenting, Marriage, and YOUR questions answered.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes100Founded4 years ago
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Recent Guests

Megan Norton
A TCK and advocate for supporting other TCKs through their transitions.
Episode: 182.5- BONUS Third Culture Kid: An In-Depth Understanding with Megan Norton
Aisha Smith
Founder of Sage Education Consulting, passionate about supporting children with special education needs.
Sage Education Consulting
Episode: 182- A 'How To' on IEPs (Personalized Educational Plans for your kid in school)
Janelle Meyer
Co-founder of Global Village Tutors, supports neurodivergent students in the Foreign Service community.
Global Village Tutors
Episode: 182- A 'How To' on IEPs (Personalized Educational Plans for your kid in school)
Benjamin Fowle
Former CIA officer who transitioned to business development in the tech sector.
Palantir, Applied Intuition, Metropolis Technologies
Episode: 180- Government to Private work Transition: Expert Ben Fowle did it
Dave Wessel
Former Foreign Service Officer and published author.
Episode: 179- Idea to Publish: Steps to Become an EFM Author
Dr. Jean Kawiecki
Psychologist with 19 years of experience working with TCKs
Episode: 178- Expat Parenting: Are You Getting it Wrong???🤷‍♀️
Amel Derragui
Marketing and business coach, founder of Tandem Nomads and The Time is Now podcast
Tandem Nomads
Episode: 177- Career Options, EFM/Trailing Spouse work decisions
Alex McGowan
Specialist in international tax for US citizens living abroad.
McGowan Tax
Episode: 176- Tax Expert for International Work, EFMs and more
Heather Emerick
Owner and proprietor of Diplo Budgets, helping individuals in the foreign service and expats with budgeting.
Diplo Budgets
Episode: 173- Budgeting for Diplomats: Home Leave is coming...you should probably save for that!

Hosts

Susie Czorz Brown
Host of The Big Purple Blob Morning Show
Sharoya Ham
Co-host and Parent Coach, family life coach, specialized in supporting expatriate families

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • I love this podcast and the variety of the six leaders involved! (Lucky to be a member of this talented crowd!)

    Audible
    5
    Nerdina Geekson
    United States4 years ago
  • Relatable With GREAT advice

    I love this podcast and the variety of the six leaders involved! (Lucky to be a member of this talented crowd!)

    Audible
    5
    Nerdina Geekson
    United States4 years ago

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176- Tax Expert for International Work, EFMs and more
Q: What should expatriates consider when trying to avoid double taxation?
Expatriates should consider utilizing the foreign tax credit and the foreign earned income exclusion to prevent being taxed twice on the same income.
176- Tax Expert for International Work, EFMs and more
Q: What are some of the tax implications for US expatriates?
As a US citizen, you are taxed on your worldwide income, and you need to coordinate between the US federal tax system and the local country's tax rules.
180- Government to Private work Transition: Expert Ben Fowle did it
Q: How can we help folks learn the language of the private sector?
Conversations with trailblazers and connectors can help you learn the terminology and shift your description to effectively sell your skills.
180- Government to Private work Transition: Expert Ben Fowle did it
Q: What made you finally decide to leave government after 20 years?
I knew I wasn't going to be able to fulfill my potential in the government. I would have become more unhappy and needed to go elsewhere to maximize my accomplishments.
177- Career Options, EFM/Trailing Spouse work decisions
Q: How can someone listening to this reach out to you?
Amel Derragui explains how to contact her via her website and mentions a quiz to help potential clients assess their business ideas.

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This podcast centers on providing emotional support and practical guidance for Expats and Eligible Family Members (EFMs) navigating a life marked by frequent relocations. Episodes often address the challenges faced by expatriates, including parenting Third Culture Kids, managing mental health, and transitioning between careers, particularly in the context of diplomatic and foreign service communities. Through expert insights, personal narratives, and discussions on various aspects of expat life, the series fosters a supportive environment for listeners who seek understanding and strategies to enhance their experiences abroad.

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