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This Expat Life

Amanda Maxime
Expat Life
Decision Making
Personal Growth
Coaching
Expats
Co-Pilot
Intuition
The Co-Pilot
Mental Health
Personal Development
This Expat Life
Overthinking
Mexico City
The Hague
Self-Care
Clarity
Grief
Support Systems
Community Building
Co-Pilot Program

While life abroad is often amazing, it is not only rainbows & butterflies - as all experienced expats very well know. From the pleasures of drinking from fresh coconuts to dealing with a personal crisis, This Expat Life opens up space for all facets of life abroad. And more importantly: what you can do to thrive in it.Certified coach, former diplomat and forever globetrotter Amanda Molenaar dives ... more

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Two and a half years ago, Anne Verhoeven posted a reel from London. She was 39, stuck, and ready to leave - even though she didn't have a visa, a plan, or a single guarantee ... more

Julia Panchkowry didn't plan on Thailand. She was a trained actress turned primary school teacher when a friend suggested she try an interview in Bangkok, and two weeks after getting the job she was packing. A decade later, after a banana bread side ... more

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For years, writer Kathleen O'Donnell has built an international life shaped by curiosity, uncertainty, and a willingness to choose a different path than the one she grew up around. But like many of us living abroad, her journey hasn't always been str... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Panchkowry
Former restaurant and bakery owner; international business mentor; brand ambassador for a non-toxic skincare brand; upcoming fashion brand founder
Entrepreneurship, Fashion, Skincare
Episode: #123 The art of reinventing yourself with Julia Panchkowry
Kathleen O'Donnell
Writer who grew up in Boston and lives in Athens, Greece; freelancer and newsletter author
Episode: #121 Peter Panning through life abroad - or adulting differently? With Kathleen O’Donnell
Elke van Eijk
Business coach focused on aligning life and business for women
Self-employed coach based in Amsterdam
Episode: #114: Can you raise a child and still live free? Elke van Eijk's story
Laura Burton Shaw
Expat in Berlin who hosts community events and hikes
Self-employed / community builder in Berlin
Episode: #112: From Berlin to a new beginning: Laura’s year of transformation
Martina Gastaldello
International human rights expert and consultant on cultural heritage, SDGs, and education
Intergovernmental organization (based in Rome, remote)
Episode: #108: Unmasking the driven expat: Martina Gastaldello’s road to alignment
Celine Charlotte
Entrepreneur from the Netherlands who has lived globally and became a solo mom by choice
Seven-figure entrepreneur, donor-based motherhood
Episode: #107 The joy of returning home: Charlotte van ‘t Wout’s story unfolds
Rianne Klein Geltink
Coach who uses human design in coaching business and advocate for authentic self-expression
Episode: #105 Amplifying your most authentic self with Rianne Klein Geltink
Amanda Molenaar
Certified coach, former diplomat and host of This Expat Life
This Expat Life
Episode: #100! A personal conversation on outgrowing places, letting go, and following your inner compass
Wiebke Anton
Expat relationship coach specializing in couples navigating relocations and major life decisions
Episode: #97 Navigating expat life decisions as a couple, with Wiebke Anton

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Amanda Molenaar
Host of This Expat Life; coaching practice focused on expats

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Like a wise friend

    As an ex-expat and a binational person, and as someone who likes self improvement and learning different ways to think, I really enjoy this podcast. The tone is very calm and open, like listening to a wise friend.

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    Day50155
    United States3 years ago

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Authentic stories with actionable tips.
Guests bring diverse, relatable experiences and real-world strategies.
Calm, insightful, and practical—great for expats navigating big life moves.

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#123 The art of reinventing yourself with Julia Panchkowry
Q: What advice would you give to someone moving abroad who wants to reinvent themselves?
Take time to settle, establish daily rituals, stay connected to energy, and lean on a supportive community while allowing yourself to evolve.
#123 The art of reinventing yourself with Julia Panchkowry
Q: What sparked your move from Bangkok back to London and later into fashion?
Her trajectory was driven by recognizing opportunities and following energy and excitement; her bakery success in Bangkok led to broader ventures and the eventual launch of a fashion brand.
#123 The art of reinventing yourself with Julia Panchkowry
Q: How did your early experiences in London shape your willingness to reinvent yourself later?
She explains that growing up near London and starting in acting taught adaptability, which later made it easier to pivot into teaching, baking, and entrepreneurship abroad.
#121 Peter Panning through life abroad - or adulting differently? With Kathleen O’Donnell
Q: What is your number one tip or hack to make living abroad easier, better, or more fun?
The best hack is to keep every single paper and document you encounter; create an enormous folder and bring it to every immigration appointment so you can stay ahead of bureaucracy and avoid delays.
Oh FAQ! Your questions about The Co-Pilot, answered [episode available till Wednesday]
Q: Is one-on-one coaching still an option, or is the group format enough?
One-on-one coaching is still an option with a limited spot, but many find faster momentum and substantial results inside the group program; there's also a hybrid option that adds private coaching into the Co-Pilot.

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This show centers on thriving abroad through candid conversations, practical coaching tips, and real-life expat journeys. Across episodes, listeners hear actionable guidance on intuition, burnout, relocation, parenting abroad, and building a flexible, purpose-driven life as an expat. The host often weaves personal stories with coaching frameworks, emphasizing action, accountability, and mindset shifts to design a balanced international life. A notable strength is the mix of solo insights and guest experiences—from entrepreneurship and motherhood to humanitarian work—giving listeners concrete takeaways and inspiration for their own transnational paths.

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2. Kathleen O'Donnell
3. Elke van Eijk
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5. Martina Gastaldello
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