336: Update: Panama Citizenship & Brazil Trip

As many of you know, I’ve been a resident of Panama for over five years, and I’m now in the process of pursuing my Panamanian citizenship. In today’s episode, I share an update on my latest (and somewhat nerve-wracking…) step in this journey. If you’re one of many listeners considering a second citizenship in Panama,…

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

Expat News French Government Collapses and Trump Threatens BRICS with Tariffs

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…

323: Living Off-The-Grid In Latin America – Patrick Hiebert

Living Off-The-Grid In Latin America - Patrick Hiebert

Living off-grid doesn’t have to mean “barely getting by” and going without our favourite life amenities. In fact, today’s guest, Patrick Hiiebert, is building luxury, freedom-oriented, off-grid communities right here in Latin America.  Like myself, Patrick was born in Canada and now lives in Latin America. He is the CEO and one of the founders…