Episodes

March 18, 2025

Living Between Worlds: Cathy Rouhana

Cathy really embodies all the experiences of life abroad. She was a brave spouse, mother, accompanying partner. Here is he Support the show Home is Where Your Story Crosses Borders! We aim to inspire expat solutions, by help...

March 11, 2025

Moving From Reality to Fantasy:

How a Nat Geo Producer Became a Storyteller Fiction of Imagination Welcome to the current episode of Nomadic Diaries, where journeys are more than just miles on a map—they're transformations of life and spirit. This week, we're diving into the adventurous life of Neil Laird, a former TV producer an…

March 8, 2025

Something A Little Different - International Women's Voices

Nomadic Diaries Episode: International Women's Day Special Host: Doreen Cumberford In this episode, we have combined the voices of six women who I interviewed over the last year. Each one is unique, works in international and intercultural situations, and has at least one golden nugget of wisdom to…

Feb. 11, 2025

Bridging Hearts and Minds

In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford sits down with cross-cultural communication expert Kathy Ellis to explore the intricate world of cultural adaptation and repatriation. From her humble beginnings in s...

Feb. 11, 2025

Moving From Comfort Zones to Superpowers:

Join Doreen Cumberford, the host for a delightful conversation with Margaret Ghielmetti, author of "Brave(ish)," who reveals how living abroad transformed her life from the inside out. Margaret shares her refreshingly honest take on finding courage in unexpected places and building what she playful…

Feb. 8, 2025

Building Better Insurance For Living Abroad - Andrew Jernigan

What happens when a 13-year-old in Malawi needs emergency medical evacuation, but their insurance has just expired? Andrew Jernigan shares the dramatic story and reveals how proper international insurance can be the differenc...

Jan. 29, 2025

Re-Entry Series: From Pinterest to Purpose: Your Guide to Powerful Vision Boards

Imagine unlocking the power of your subconscious to achieve your dreams. In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford introduces us to the life-changing tool of vision boards, detailing how they can help expats ...

Jan. 21, 2025

Moving Abroad With $200: Iliana's Brave Leap

In this episode host Doreen Cumberford interviews Iliana Genkova, who shares her remarkable journey from Bulgaria to building a life across multiple continents. Starting with just $200 in her pocket, Iliana moved to the Unite...

Jan. 14, 2025

Growing Grit Abroad: How Global Living Builds Unshakeable Resilience

In this week's soul-stirring episode of Nomadic Diaries, I sat down with the remarkable Elizabeth Pritchard to explore how living overseas builds unshakeable grit and resilience. Elizabeth shares how each international challenge she faced – from cultural misunderstandings to complete life rebuilds …

Jan. 10, 2025

The Art of Global Relationships - How to Sync Across Cultures

Join me on a fascinating journey through the life and insights of John McEntire, a global citizen whose experiences span over five decades and traverse the cultural landscapes of Japan, Taiwan, Qatar, and beyond. John holds a...

Jan. 7, 2025

Expat Life: Wrapping Up 2024 and Unwrapping 2025

Step into the world of global mobility as we explore the intricate tapestry of expatriate life and the art of navigating transitions in 2025. In this compelling episode, we delve into the multifaceted challenges and rich oppo...

Dec. 24, 2024

Building Stress, Resilience, and Finding Support Abroad with Vashti Kanahele

Today we are on vacation. But we wanted to share this most excellent story from Vishti Kanahele. Here are a few of the most importants points from this episode: 🧠 Mental Health Awareness: The importance of acknowledging and seeking help for mental health issues can't be overstated, especially for e…

Dec. 17, 2024

Living Abroad with Purpose - Steve Hoffman

Welcome to our first scheduled and deliberate replay episode. The reason we choose this episode is because it was one of our favorite episodes from 2024. Join us for a touch of inspiration and a fun conversation with Steve Ho...

Dec. 10, 2024

The Story Behind This Podcast....

Ever wondered how globe-trotting lifestyles are transforming in our post-pandemic world? In this captivating episode of "Nomadic Diaries," guest Sylvia Thiesen interviews host Doreen Cumberford, to find out why Nomadic Diarie...

Dec. 3, 2024

Rebecca Eichler - How Expats Spark Real-World Impact - Las Abogadas

Hosts: Doreen and Sharon Fields Special Guest: Rebecca Eichler Episode Summary: Welcome to another compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries! In this episode, hosts Doreen and Sharon Fields are joined by the remarkable Rebecca Eichler, an international human rights advocate and the star of the acclaime…

Re-Entry Series 26: Repatriation Realities

Nov. 26, 2024