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404: World War 3 Watch: A Fragile Ceasefire & Revoked Visas

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

World War 3 isn’t coming…it’s been unfolding in front of our very eyes. From rising tensions in the Middle East and Europe, recent events are a reminder that, in many ways, we already are a world at war.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by my co-host, Marc Clair, as we break down what is happening around the world. From ceasefires to movement restrictions, we discuss how these changes impact real people and the decisions they make.

Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in as Marc and I break down the latest developments in the Middle East and why a “ceasefire” doesn’t necessarily mean stability
Listen in as we discuss reports of UAE visa cancellations and what that reveals about how quickly your options can disappear
Hear our thoughts on a shocking new rule in Germany and what it could mean for German citizens living there
Marc and I discuss why having a Plan-B is no longer optional in today’s chaotic geopolitical environment

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403: The UAE: Why I Left a Country I Loved

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Geopolitical risk in the Middle East is back in the spotlight, and for many people, it’s raising deeper questions about stability, long-term planning, and where to build a life. Recent events have forced a conversation that most prefer to ignore: what happens when you’re living in a region exposed to conflicts far beyond your control?

In today’s episode, I share a personal story about why I chose to leave the UAE after nearly a decade, despite genuinely loving the country. I break down how that decision was shaped by long-term thinking around risk, family, and resilience.

Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in as I break down the geopolitical risk that became the #1 driver behind my decision to leave the UAE almost 7 years ago
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the moment I realized staying would be the bigger risk than leaving
Listen in as I break down why a “great country today” can still be the wrong place for your family’s long-term future
Hear how food, water, and energy resilience influenced our decision about where to move next

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399: War in Iran, Violence in Mexico & Freedom in Panama

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

From the war in Iran to rumblings of the U.S. “taking” Cuba, it’s been an eventful few weeks in the geopolitical world, to say the least. With the world feeling more chaotic than ever, a group of freedom-seekers came together for our second annual Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference here in Panama City.

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I recap the weekend that was while also taking a look at some of the geopolitical events that coincided with it. From war in the Middle East to the “Shield of the Americas” Summit, which seemed to push forward President Trump’s so-called “Donroe Doctrine,” we break it all down.

Enjoy today’s episode!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in as Marc and I recap the entire weekend and why the conference has become the premier event for those serious about protecting their wealth and freedom.
Learn why I left Dubai years before this once-peaceful country turned into the literal warzone it has become today.
Listen in as Marc and I discuss our thoughts on living in Mexico after the recent violence surrounding the killing of “El Mencho.” Would we recommend living there?
Is the family the best vehicle for holding and stewarding wealth? Hear about one of my personal highlights from the conference.

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398: Ecuador: Can One Man Lead A Nation Into A New Era?

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

For a time, Ecuador was one of South America’s most attractive expat destinations; low cost of living, a great climate, a dollarized economy and straightforward residency pathways.

….then crime exploded, and Ecuador stopped feeling like a country with expat upside…

Until Daniel Noboa stepped in.

In today’s episode, I break down one of the most important political shifts happening in Latin America right now: Ecuador under President Daniel Noboa. The country is not “fixed,” but the trajectory appears to be shifting… and for investors, expats, and serious Plan-B thinkers, trajectory is what matters most.

Enjoy today’s episode!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in to learn why Noboa’s “internal armed conflict” declaration changed the trajectory of Ecuador’s security crisis… and how his approach compares with Bukele’s El Salvador model.
Is 38 too young to run a country? Hear my take on Ecuador having a President who’s so young (even younger than me, believe it or not!)
Find out why China remains economically relevant – and what that means for energy, infrastructure, and fiscal recovery inside the country
Could Ecuador realistically re-emerge as a serious expat destination? Hear my thoughts on what needs to happen first.

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392: Cuba: Inside the The Communist Kabuki Theatre – Mailyn Salabarria

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

After the fall of Maduro in Venezuela, the next question on the mind of many is, “Is Cuba next?”

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mailyn Salabarria, a Cuban refugee who left the island as an adult to rebuild her life in the United States. Mailyn and I discuss what the upheaval in Venezuela could mean for Cuba, how the regime maintains power, and what it would take to rebuild a post-Communist Cuba. Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as Mailyn shares her personal story of what life was really like growing up in Communist Cuba
Tune in to hear Mailyn’s take on what the recent U.S. action in Venezuela could mean for Cuba, and why the communist regime in Havana continues to be a central influence on the region.
Find out how Cuba exports regime propaganda around the world, and how it functions as a “Kabuki theatre” for international audiences
Hear Mailyn’s view on how a post-Communist Cuba would have to go about “relearning” freedom

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391: Davos: What Trump And Carney’s Speeches Really Mean

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391: Davos: What Trump And Carney’s Speeches Really Mean

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The annual gathering of global elites at the World Economic Forum in Davos is usually an easy skip. It typically features a parade of bureaucrats and technocrats, both elected and unelected, proudly touting their plans for “managing the world.” But this year, there were a couple of particularly interesting speeches from two world leaders who stand in stark opposition to one another.

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down the Davos speeches from U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and why Carney’s in particular was quite surprising to hear.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as Marc and I break down Mark Carney’s admission that the so-called “rules-based order” has always been a mirage
Tune in to hear how Canada’s PM stood on a global stage in Davos and echoed ideas we’ve been hammering for years: self-sufficiency, independence, and the end of blind trust in global systems
Marc and I look at Trump’s speech and how his chaos-driven, “Art of the Deal” seemingly achieved his desired result regarding Greenland
Learn what the “Donroe Doctrine” and Trump’s push to reindustrialize the U.S. mean for the future of Latin America

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390: Trump’s Greenland Push And A Shifting World Order

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Trump has once again brought the subject of the U.S. acquiring Greenland to the forefront and is being louder than ever about its necessity. What once seemed like a joke of a headline is now being seriously entertained as a potential political reality.

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down Trump’s push to acquire Greenland, what it signals about Europe’s direction, and how it fits into a broader repositioning of the geopolitical order. We also touch on a few other stories in the ever–changing landscape of global mobility, including St. Kitts tightening its CBI, new U.S. visa bond requirements, and more.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as Marc and I discuss Trump’s Greenland play and what was once a wild headline may become an inevitability
Tune in to hear why we believe Europe is becoming increasingly irrelevant and what that means going forward
Find out what changed with St. Kitts CBI, in another strong reminder toact swiftly and urgentlybefore programs change their requirements.
Learn how the U.S.’s new visa bond requirements are another signal of a rapidly changing world order

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388: Trump Arrests Maduro: What Does It Mean For Latin America?

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

For decades, Venezuela has been ravaged by socialism and the rule of strongmen like Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro. It is a country that has watched its most capable citizens flee for more than a decade. But after the shocking capture and arrest of Nicolás Maduro, as you can imagine, I’ve been getting questions left and right from the Expat Money community about the situation in Venezuela.

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down what this arrest means for international law and geopolitical power, what it may mean inside Venezuela, and why this is not a classic “regime change” story. We also speculate on the real motives behind the move, who may be pulling strings, and where this could go next.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as Marc and I discuss what Maduro’s arrest means for international law and geopolitical power politics
Learn why this is not a traditional regime change and what that means for Venezuela internally
Hear our take on how this fits into Trump’s renewed focus on Latin America and the Monroe Doctrine
Find out what we think the real motives are, who the key players may be, and what comes next

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381: Escaping Australia: Mark And Hazel’s Expat Journey

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

What happens when a global crisis forces you to rethink everything? For Mark and Hazel, two long-time British expats, COVID wasn’t just an inconvenience. Living under some of the harshest restrictions imaginable in Australia opened their eyes to the truth about the direction of the Western world and led them to seek Plan-B options elsewhere.

In today’s episode, my colleague Marc Clair sits down with Mark and Hazel to unpack their remarkable journey. From their time as corporate expats in Germany to escaping Australian lockdowns to building a Plan-B with multiple flags planted across Latin America, they lay out their full journey for the Expat Money Show audience. Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as Mark & Hazel reveal what it wasreallylike inside Australia during COVID—and why the government’s extreme lockdowns pushed them to take action
Learn how they rescued their daughter from Europe before Australia sealed its borders, before later facing the challenge of beingforbidden to leavethemselves
Explore why Mexico became their first landing spot, and how the quiet charm of Puerto Morelos offered the calm and freedom they were seeking
Hear why they no longer consider the UK part of their future…and how decades abroad helped them embrace a freer, more flexible way of living

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369: Canada’s Identity Crisis And Why Families Are Looking South – Shaun Newman

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Over the past decade, Canada has rapidly slid from a respected nation to one that many people now see as a cautionary tale of the logical end of extreme progressivism taking over a political system. Meanwhile, things here in Latin America are moving in the opposite direction, as the region continues to shift towards embracing more pro-freedom and pro-business policies.

I sat down for a conversation with my friend Shaun Newman to discuss the current state of Canada and how it contrasts with what I’ve been seeing on the ground here in Latin America. We dive into the various factors contributing to Canada’s decline, and contrast them with the massive pro-freedom changes currently happening in much of Latin America.

Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Listen in as Shaun and I skewer Canada’s environmental policies and green agenda, from bird-slaughtering wind farms to fines for walking in the woods
Tune in as we lament on how we both used to feel pride while travelling the world as Canadians… but today, we’re embarrassed to admit where we’re from.
Shaun and I unpack how Air Canada strikes and broken infrastructure reveal the deeper rot inside the Canadian system
Hear how birth tourism, multiple passports, and raising a large, values-driven family form the backbone of my offshore Plan-B

WHERE TO FIND SHAUN NEWMAN:

Check out the Shaun Newman Podcast

Follow Shaun Newman On X

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363: Expat News: Panama’s Bitcoin Push, Portugal’s Passport Delays And The EU’s Insane Tax Proposal

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Bitcoin tax payments in Panama, Portugal’s passport delays and the EU’s insane tax proposal—those are just a few of the major headlines my co-host, Marc Clair, and I break down in this edition of Expat News.

This week’s episode is packed with insights into the offshore world that you won’t hear in the mainstream media. Whether you’re deep into your offshore strategy or just getting started with your Plan-B, these are the global trends you need to understand to stay one step ahead.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Tune in to discover why Latin America is where smart expats are moving their money, their families, and their futures
Find out how Panama’s bold embrace of Bitcoin could position it as Latin America’s next crypto hub
Hear why wealthy individuals are fleeing the UK in record numbers—and whether a proposed plan to lure them back has any chance of succeeding
Learn how Argentina’s proposed citizenship-for-investment program has the potential to shake up the global CBI market

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350: Canada Suicide Note: The System Isn’t Broken; It’s Working Against You

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 07 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

In this Expat Money Show episode, I don’t hold back. I’m going to tell you the truth about what’s really happening in Canada, and why I believe it’s no longer a place where you can build wealth or secure a future for your family. As someone born and raised in Canada, I’ve watched the country unravel. After visiting over 100 countries and planting roots in Panama, I can confidently say that it’s time to leave.

This isn’t hyperbole, it’s economic reality. From confiscatory taxes to a state-run suicide program, the Canadian government is accelerating its war on prosperity. I break down the numbers, expose the agenda, and give you a real path forward. It’s time to craft your Plan-B while you still can.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Discover why Canada’s capital gains hike to 66.6% is more than symbolism—it’s economic warfare.
Learn how taxation, red tape, and public vilification have made Canada hostile to productivity.
Hear why the Canadian dollar is failing by design, not by accident.
Understand the truth behind the government’s own 2040 foresight report, and why it reads like a suicide note.
Explore the real story behind MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying) and how it exposes the welfare state’s collapse.
Examine why voting won’t save Canadians, no matter the party—Carney vs. Poilievre is just theatre.
See how universal basic income, CBDCs, and climate lockdowns are being preconditioned as “solutions.”
Discover the best places to build a new life—Panama, Paraguay, and Costa Rica—and why they welcome expats.
Get the truth about Canada’s proposed $25,000 departure tax and what it means for your future.

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340: Expat News: Trump Sends Rubio To Panama & Javier Milei’s Meme Coin Scandal

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Trump sending Marco Rubio down to Panama, a shocking election annulment in Romania, and a surprising new fast-track citizenship program are only a few of the big news stories that have been piling up since the latest edition of Expat News more than two months ago.

This week, we are changing up the Expat News format a bit as I invite my dear friend and colleague Marc Clair to join me as my resident “news man” and make these episodes a little more of a back-and-forth format.

Enjoy this breakdown of the latest headlines as Marc and I dive deep into all the geopolitical shifts and citizenship program changes on this latest edition of Expat News!

TODAY’S EDITION OF EXPAT NEWS:

Listen in as Marc and I analyze Trump’s strategy behind sending Marco Rubio to Panama and what it means for US-Panama relations.
Tune in as we break down the annulled election in Romania—was this Brussels flexing its power over an uncooperative leader?
Find out why Panama’s new associate membership in Mercosur could change the game for residency and trade opportunities in Latin America.
Hear my take on Javier Milei’s disastrous endorsement of a crypto coin—what was he thinking?!
Learn about New Zealand’s struggling investor visa program—why has it failed so badly?
Unpack Spain’s insane 100% tax on non-EU real estate buyers—are they intentionally pushing expats out?
Discover Sierra Leone’s intriguing new fast-track citizenship program—could this be a sleeper opportunity?
Explore why the UAE’s new Golden Visa for content creators might just be a brilliant marketing move.

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330: Expat News: Trump Threatens BRICS With Tariffs, French Government Collapses

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Political upheaval in France, Trump’s threats against the BRICS nations, and Panama’s historic move to join Mercosur—there’s no shortage of major headlines to unpack in the month or so since the last edition of Expat News.

The geopolitical winds have been shifting rapidly – from the collapse of Macron’s fragile political coalition to the sudden fall of Assad’s regime in Syria. Meanwhile, Panama’s new associate membership in South America’s trade bloc signals exciting opportunities for investors and businesses looking to expand into the region.

This is just a taste of what’s ahead as we dive into all the news relevant to the expat world on this week’s Expat News!

TODAY’S EDITION OF EXPAT NEWS:

Listen in as I break down the political turmoil in France after Macron’s fragile coalition recently collapsed.
Tune in as I react to Trump’s threats against the BRICS countries and the absurd tariffs he has proposed should they proceed with a BRICS currency.
Find out how Panama’s new associate membership in Mercosur creates opportunities for trade and investment in the region.
Hear me analyze how the sudden collapse of Bashar Assad in Syria might affect the Turkey-Russia relations within BRICS.
Learn about a brand new CBI program in a little-known island country – is it worth a look?
Unpack the legislative battle in Spain over ending their Golden Visa program.
Hear my thoughts on the impeachment of President Yoon and its implications for South Korea’s political landscape.
Discover which small African nation is offering up a unique gold-backed lifetime residency program.

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The French Government Collapses: Another Wake-Up Call

Trump Threatens Tariffs Over BRICS Currency

Impact of Assad’s Fall On Turkey-BRICS Ties

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298: World War Watch: Middle East Conflicts and Tensions In The Taiwan Strait – Kyle Anzalone

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 22 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

From the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East to the tensions in the Taiwan Strait, it’s hard to keep up with all of the unfortunate military conflicts around the globe. With a wife, three children, and a seven-figure business to run, I find it difficult to keep up with the constantly evolving landscape of these global conflicts…

Luckily, we have experts like today’s guest, Kyle Anzalone, who has dedicated himself to keeping up with these rapidly evolving situations.

Kyle is the Opinion Editor for Antiwar.com, the News Editor at the Libertarian Institute, and co-host of the podcast Conflicts of Interest. He joins the Expat Money Show today to provide an update on the various conflicts currently affecting people around the globe.

Enjoy!

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH KYLE ANZALONE

Tune in as Kyle lays out how a certain US Presidential candidate captured his interest in libertarian philosophy and the libertarian movement (while the antiwar part took a little longer…)
Learn what eventually led Kyle to conclude that to be antiwar is an essential extension of the libertarian philosophy, causing him to become a passionate antiwar advocate.
Hear Kyle and I discuss an interesting theory about the connection between U.S. foreign policy and domestic gun violence.
How do psy ops influence our interactions with our fellow man? Whether it’s to militarize the public towards war or agitate their fear of a pandemic, it’s shocking to think about how much of our behaviour is due to outside influences.
Listen to Kyle expertly break down the conflicts in the Middle East, centred around Israel and the Gaza Strip, and the various players involved as an extension of the conflicts, including Iran.
Learn about the heartbreaking consequences of war to civilians in the region, from famine to the spread of disease. No matter what your politics, the disastrous effects of war cannot be overstated.
Hear Kyle provide an update on the Ukraine war, which has dragged on for nearly two years. Is there any end in sight?
Uncover the truth about Ukrainian President Zelensky – how did this two-bit comedian end up overseeing a massive war with Russia? Truly some of the best evidence for clown world yet!
How will the U.S. election impact foreign policy and the domestic situation within the U.S.? Is there a situation where one alternative is better than the other? Kyle and I look at every angle.
Lastly, Kyle provides an overview of the current tensions in the Taiwan Strait and how the China-Taiwan conflict affects the larger global picture.

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CONCLUSION

It was great speaking with another voice from AntiWar.com after Kyle’s colleague Dave DeCamp appeared on the show last year. They truly do stellar work there and deserve your support.

I always have mixed feelings when I do these foreign policy episodes. For one, it can be downright depressing to think about all the needless death and destruction that goes on around the world, of all the innocent lives lost.

On the other hand, understanding these global conflicts is of huge importance to the expat world. I have subscribers, Private Clients, and friends from literally every corner of the world, and I am always concerned about how the prospects of war might affect someone I care about.

Be sure to check out Kyle’s podcast, Conflicts of Interest, and the work of everyone over at AntiWar.com, a truly fantastic organization.

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