Posts by Mikkel Thorup
346: Expat News: Trump’s Tariffs, Canada’s New PM, UK Bans “Ninja Swords”
Trump’s global tariff plan, a surprise shakeup in Canadian leadership, and a crackdown on citizenship programs are just a few of the major stories my co-host and resident newsman Marc Clair and I tackle in this latest edition of Expat News. After a whirlwind start to the year, we’re back in the newsroom format to…
Listen to Episode345: Reject the Black Pill & Find Freedom Offshore
For the freedom-minded, there’s plenty of doom and gloom where we look for it—wars, technocratic control systems, and economic collapse. But while most people stay stuck in fear or outrage, others are taking action. They’re securing second residencies, moving capital out of reach, and planting flags in places where freedom still has a fighting chance.…
Listen to Episode344: Don’t Just Stand and Fight—Position Yourself to Win
There’s a freedom revolution quietly unfolding—and it’s not coming through politics. More and more people are taking matters into their own hands—setting up offshore structures, getting second residencies, diversifying their assets, and ensuring they’re not boxed in by failing systems. It’s not about fear—it’s about options and the ability to act on your own terms…
Listen to Episode343: Austrian Investor Bets Big on Paraguay—And Wins – Markus Amann
Spotting opportunity in an emerging market before the crowd rushes in takes a special kind of vision—and a willingness to take risks. That’s exactly what today’s guest, Markus Amann, did when he left Austria and planted his flag in Paraguay nearly two decades ago. In this episode, Markus shares his incredible journey—from his first eye-opening…
Listen to Episode342: Paraguay Tour Recap: Exploring Latin America’s Best Kept Secret
Paraguay has been on my radar for years, and after this latest trip, I’m more convinced than ever—it’s one of the best-kept secrets for expats and investors alike. With a territorial tax system, a pro-business government, and dirt-cheap real estate poised for massive growth, Paraguay checks all the boxes for a solid Plan-B country. In…
Listen to Episode341: AI, Inflation & Economic Collapse: The Future Of Money – Thorsten Wittmann
Many people dream about financial freedom and international living, but few take the leap. Today’s guest, Thorsten Wittmann, is an international financial author, speaker, and self-made multimillionaire who has mastered global investing, wealth protection, and financial sovereignty. In this episode, Thorsten shares his journey from a traditional finance background in Germany to becoming a leading…
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