Doug Casey’s Crystal Ball has become an annual tradition here at the Expat Money Show…and for good reason. A best-selling author, founder of International Man, and one of the world’s most well-known international investors and libertarian philosophers, Doug has also become a close friend and mentor of mine over the years.

In today’s episode, we dig into Doug’s insights into the geopolitical and economic trends that will define the year ahead. We also explore his outlook on gold, silver, energy, and global markets, along with a breakdown of where freedom-minded individuals should seek better opportunities abroad. If you want a grounded, no-nonsense roadmap for navigating what’s coming, this is the one conversation you can’t afford to miss.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

• Listen in as Doug breaks down why traditional university paths are failing, and how young people can build real-world competence instead of debt and useless credentials
• Hear Doug evaluate Argentina’s President Javier Milei, and what 2026 may look like for the region’s most volatile economy
• Learn why Europe is spiralling into a high-tax, anti-freedom “welfare stew,” and why Doug believes it is no longer viable for anyone’s Plan-B
• Find out why Doug sees the Southern Cone—Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay—as the strongest long-term refuge for freedom-minded individuals amid geopolitical chaos

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Today’s guest is Sam Rivello, who left his home in Los Angeles, California in 2010 as a ‘life experiment’ to combine work and travel to see the world. Since then, he has spent “1 minute or more” in 81 countries, with an average time of 58 days per country. Over the past 12 months, he has travelled extensively throughout Africa and plans to spend at least another 12 months seeing what this amazing continent has to offer. Sam and I have a lot in common, and this discussion is chock full of nuggets of wisdom on every step of the expat journey. Enjoy!

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH SAM RIVELLO

• Listen in to hear Sam recount how he decided to try the “life experiment” of working while travelling “for two years” – which is still going strong thirteen years later! Wow!
• Sam reflects on what it was like becoming a “digital nomad” before the term was popularized – and the infrastructure challenges that came along with it.
• We discuss the importance of setting personal boundaries when it comes to technology and the constant challenge of drawing a hard line between work and personal time.
• Sam explains how he made the professional choice to take more long-term ownership and responsibility for his own lifestyle as a full-time expat, to ensure balance in all areas of life.
• Listen as Sam breaks down the challenge of expats and those leading a digital lifestyle to break a lot of their old mindsets in order to make the lifestyle sustainable for them.
• We discuss the concept of “nomad burnout” as Sam explains what led to his decision to live for an extended period of time as an expat in Scandinavia.
• Sam details how the Danes have a very different concept of what entails “friendship” and the difficulty of breaking into pre-established friend groups there in Denmark.
• We dig into our shared view that the expat lifestyle is a fantastic vehicle for learning, which makes it perfect for those with a passion for learning as Sam and I both hold.
• We then discuss some of the reasons that many live vicariously through other expats instead of pulling the trigger and giving it a shot themselves. I’ve heard a ton of these before!
• Sam lays out some of the top reasons that some expats end up burning out from the lifestyle. Be sure to listen in for his advice on how to make sure this doesn’t happen to you!
• Listen to Sam’s insights on the key to learning a new language. Hint: there are no shortcuts!

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CONCLUSION

Sam and I have a lot in common when it comes to our passion for travel as a challenge to learn and grow from. It was an absolute pleasure to learn from his efforts and struggles as an expat, and this discussion is a great example of the value of becoming an expat and what it can bring to your life.

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Often I get asked by subscribers and clients, “Hey Mikkel, What Are You Doing?”

So I thought it would be helpful to record a quick episode on what I am doing with my own money to protect myself and my family from the financial armageddon that is on the horizon.

This episode should give you a bit of insight into the way my brain works and what I think is important for us to defend ourselves.

I don’t expect my opinions to be popular, but at least I am honest.

Enjoy,

Mikkel

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Ben Hammersley is a futurist, but that’s not how he started his career some 20 years ago. Similar to so many of us, his career path has evolved into something he absolutely loves as he helps companies and individuals create a more productive and effective workspace.

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WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

• Discussion Focus: Ben Hammersley and Mikkel Thorup discuss the role of futurists in helping Big Corporate America implement AI and how individuals can radically change their lives using Ben’s concepts.
• Corporate Reality: Many companies want to be innovative but still use outdated systems and technologies. Moving into the future requires updating current practices and systems.
• Futurism: A fascinating topic that emphasizes the importance of asking key questions before implementing changes:
  • What problem am I solving? (the why)
  • If solving this problem for the first time with modern tools, how would I do it?
• Incremental Changes: Making 2-3 changes per month can lead to significant yearly improvements, bringing individuals and businesses into the future.
• AI in Companies: Ben discusses which major companies have embraced AI successfully and which have resisted innovation.
• Key Insight: The conversation focused more on micro changes in daily life and business rather than grand AI theories.
• Ben’s Advice: Pay attention to daily occurrences and take responsibility for your life.

HOW TO FIND BEN’S WORK:

• www.benhammersley.com
• Twitter @BenHammersley
• Ben@BenHammersley.com

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CONCLUSION

Every week on The Expat Money Show, I aim to bring in the best Entrepreneurs from around the globe who are doing some really incredible things. Ben is such an amazing guy, his life’s work is rewarding and comprehensive, and in this interview, he really teaches us how if we take, watch and improve just 2 or 3 daily routines in our life a week, that’s 36 unique changes we can make in our lives in one year. Imagine over 5 years and what an impact this will have on our efficiency!

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