Nomadic Diaries: Mastering Global Transitions
Episodes
A TCK Raising Thriving World-Wise TCKs!
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailAdrienne Belaire grew up on Aramco compounds in Saudi Arabia from first grade through high school, a world full of sunshine, small com...
Dig Here: Story Archaeology and the Expat Life Well Lived
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Send us Fan MailAbout Lisa LiangLisa Liang, known formally as Elizabeth, with a Z - is an intercultural storytelling coach, solo performer, and TCK ...
What If You Learned How to Stay? Pia Mailhot-Leichter on Belonging, Creativity and Extinction Moments
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
About Pia Pia Mailhot-Leichter is a self-described "recovering nomad" who has lived in more places than most people visit, from Manhattan t...
Becoming a Cultural Chameleon: The Art of Belonging Wherever You Live
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
About Daniela Daniela Draugelis didn't just study cultural intelligence, she lived it before she even had a name for it. Born in Argentina to a ...
International Women: From Raising Third Culture Kids to Crossing Cultures in the Boardroom
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Joy Wiggins Meet Dr. Joy Wiggins, she is a cultural agility expert, former professor, and single mum who packed up her life in Texas and moved to...
Packed Your Bags But Forgot Your Mind? The Emotional Side of Expat Life
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the hardest part of moving abroad isn't finding a house, but finding yourself? In this episode, Doreen Cumberford sits down with Vivian ...
Tearing Down the Walls: About Really Living Across Cultures
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to build a life across cultures? In this episode, intercultural trainer Kathy Ellis joins Doreen for an honest conversation a...
Advertising's Golden Era and the Hard Part: Coming Home
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Nomadic Diaries, I sat down with Peter Levitan, former Saatchi & Saatchi executive and serial entrepreneur, to talk about navigating inte...
Farewells and Reflections....
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt farewell to the Nomadic Diaries podcast, Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks co-host reflect on a remarkable 10-month journe...
Ruth part 2
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Support the showHome is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!We aim to inspire expat solutions, by helping you navigate global living with ease and grace.
Ruth 1
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Support the showHome is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!We aim to inspire expat solutions, by helping you navigate global living with ease and grace.
A Belonging Bite: Celebrations & Holidays
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Support the showHome is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!We aim to inspire expat solutions, by helping you navigate global living with ease and grace.
Caz Stuart
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode of Nomadic Diaries, Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks welcome Caz Stuart, an accomplished documentary filmmaker, to...
LITCL
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Support the showHome is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!We aim to inspire expat solutions, by helping you navigate global living with ease and grace.
Sa-Eun
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks sit down with Sa-Eun Park, also known as San Shine, a belonging coach and spiritual entre...
ABCs - Art, Belonging and Children
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode, Doreen and Megan sit down with Dr. Jemina Watstein, an internationally experienced visual art educator who specializes in w...
TCKs Finding Belonging in School
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks welcome Stephen Toole for a rich conversation about the ch...
Letters Now Sent by Megan Norton-Newbanks
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt solo episode, Megan Norton-Newbanks pulls back the curtain on her new book, Letters Now Sent, a collection of letters from over 90 c...
Tayo Rockson Talks on Belonging!
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Doreen and Megan dive into the theme of Belonging with Tayo Rockson, whose life as a global citizen, diplomat’s son, writer, and ba...
A Belonging Bite: Food
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this delightful “Belonging Bite” mini-episode, hosts Doreen and Megan dive into the profound connection between food and belonging. From childh...
Building Belonging Bridges
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks chat with Dr. Helen Fagan about the nomadic spirit, the challenging journey of...
Bodies Know Belonging
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores the deep connections between movement, body awareness, identity, and belonging, especially as experienced by people who navigate...
Belonging's Heartbeat in Brussels
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Megan Norton are joined by Erin Meyer-Cherneux —author, cultural anthro...
Belonging: Life in the Camel Lane
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's Belonging Project bite is a reading from Life in the Camel Lane: Embrace Your Adventure which relates to the topic of experiencing a clea...
TCKs - Japan & Belonging
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartwarming episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks welcome Hiroko Bell, a Japanese adult third culture...
Belonging to a Place
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks are joined by Camie Fenton, a long-time resident of San Miguel d...
Belonging Everywhere and Nowhere
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt conversation on Nomadic Diaries: The Belonging Project, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Megan Norton-Newbanks, interview Melki Si...
Belonging Beyond Borders
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Support the showHome is Where Your Story Crosses Borders!We aim to inspire expat solutions, by helping you navigate global living with ease and grace.
Belonging Through Transitions
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This special installment of the Nomadic Diaries podcast dives deep into the subject of belonging as it relates to nomads, expatriates, third culture k...
Parenting & Belonging
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks delve into the mental health challenges and evolution...
Belonging Bites: Languages
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Overview: In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, co-hosts Megan Norton-Newbanks and Doreen Cumberford dive into the nuanced relationship between ...
Belonging in the In-Between
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode of Nomadic Diaries, Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks interview Beatriz Nour and dive deep into the comp...
Global Girls & Belonging
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of the Nomadic Diaries' Belonging Project miniseries, Doreen and Megan welcome Andrea Schmidt, a trilingual global tee...
Your Generational Journey: Where Do You Belong - Part 2
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful second episode with Lois Bushong, the hosts dive deep into the concept of belonging for Third Culture Kids (TCKs), adult TCKs, and ...
Your Generational Journey: Where Do You Belong? Part 2
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Lois Bushong joins Megan Norton-Newbanks and Doreen Cumberford - Host of Nomadic Diaries for a thoughtful discussion on belonging amo...
Your Generational Journey: Where Do You Belong?
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen Cumberford, Megan Norton-Newbanks welcome Lois Bushong, Author, Retired Counselor and Coaching expert...
Why Belonging
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the inaugural episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Megan Norton-Newbanks dive deep into the concept of “belonging” within th...
The Belonging Project Intro
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the introductory episode of Nomadic Diaries, The Belonging Project hosted by Doreen Cumberford. Doreen reflects on two years of conversatio...
Expat Repatriation Reality - Reposting
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Plot Twist Nobody Warns You About!In this insightful conversation, Angie Weinberger returns to Nomadic Diaries to explore the complex emotions and...
The Hidden Struggles of Returning Home After Living Abroad (reposting)
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode OverviewIn this insightful episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford re-interviews Angie Weinberger, a renowned expert in global mobi...
The Price of Expat Life: Grief, Purpose etc......
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford chats with Brigitte Muller, a South African marketing strategist and long-term ex...
Breaking Barriers: Connecting Saudi Stories to Global Screens
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some time ago I recorded this episode of Nomadic Diaries with Todd Nims, an Aramco Brat whose parents we had known in Saudi Arabia.Episode HighlightsI...
Moving With a Family to San Miguel de Allende?
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Key Topics DiscussedTracy’s Expat Journey:Tracy shares her path from Aberdeen, Scotland to Mexico, with stops in Houston and Cancun, and explains ho...
Moving to San Miguel de Allende: Practical First Steps
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford welcomes friend and real estate expert Tracy Moss to discuss the ins and outs of buying pro...
Acceptance, Mindfulness, and Mental Health for Expat Families
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Doreen Cumberford welcomes Patrick Kadian - an expat, hypnotherapist, and expert on mental health for global nomads. With over 30 years of expat exper...
The High-Achieving Expat Paradox
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford sits down with Lucyna Bolin, a seasoned expat coach, marathon runner, and mother...
Forging Bonds Abroad - Repost
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Nomadic Diaries, where we delve deep into the journey and insights of global explorers. This episode, hosted by Doreen Cumberford, shines a...
When Expat Life Suddenly Speeds Up!
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford sat down with Chris O’Shaughnessy to explore the latest trends, challenges, and insights ...
Living Well Where You Don't Belong - or - Living Where You Light Up?
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hopefully you will find this episode with Marilyn Gardner soul-nourishing!Host Doreen Cumberford welcomes Marilyn Gardner for a deep dive into the rhy...
Living Between Worlds: The Privileges and Losses of Global Childhoods
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Doreen Cumberford welcomes welcomes Mathieu Gagnon, an Adult Third Culture Kid (ATCK) and Professor of Psychology at the Royal Milita...
Thirty Before Thirty: A Passport to Adventure
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of Nomadic Diaries, Doreen sits down with Autumn Carolyn—world traveler, writer, and author of Traveling...
Unpacking Transitions: Coaching for Expats & the Globally Mobile
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Linda Mueller, who was a previous Co-Host for the Re-Entry Series. Linda is an experienced ExpatPartnerCoach and we dived into the b...
Between Worlds: Navigating the Modern TCK Experience
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sat down again with Tanya Crossman, a leading expert on Third Culture Kids (TCKs) to catch up on recent research findings. Unders...
TCKs and Passport Childhoods: Gifts & Challenges of Growing Up Globally
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, we sat down with Tanya Crossman, a leading expert on Third Culture Kids (TCKs) whose personal experiences and prof...
Sacred Luggage: Carrying Your Faith Across Borders - Marilyn Gardner
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode of "Nomadic Diaries," host Doreen Cumberford sits down with Marilyn Gardner—a seasoned author and expat who has s...
Think East While Living West - Bridging Cultures
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, Doreen interviews Kirtika van Hunen-Malla who shares her experiences of living across cultures and how Eastern p...
To the Moon and Back (1.2 Times): The Extraordinary Life of a Flying Horse Groom
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, we welcome our returning guest, Koen Gomes, a global nomad and horse groom recorded live from San Miguel de Allend...
Unpacking Your Emotional Suitcase: Therapy for the Globally Mobile
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Doreen Cumberford chats with Dr. Sally McGregor, a licensed clinical psychologist and adult third culture kid, about the mental ...
Living Between Worlds: Cathy Rouhana
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cathy really embodies all the experiences of life abroad. She was a brave spouse, mother, accompanying partner. Here is heSupport the showHome is Wh...
Moving From Reality to Fantasy:
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How a Nat Geo Producer Became a Storyteller Fiction of ImaginationWelcome to the current episode of Nomadic Diaries, where journeys are more than just...
Something A Little Different - International Women's Voices
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nomadic Diaries Episode: International Women's Day SpecialHost: Doreen CumberfordIn this episode, we have combined the voices of six women who I ...
Bridging Hearts and Minds
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford sits down with cross-cultural communication expert Kathy Ellis to explore the intricate wor...
Moving From Comfort Zones to Superpowers:
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Doreen Cumberford, the host for a delightful conversation with Margaret Ghielmetti, author of "Brave(ish)," who reveals how living abro...
Building Better Insurance For Living Abroad - Andrew Jernigan
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a 13-year-old in Malawi needs emergency medical evacuation, but their insurance has just expired? Andrew Jernigan shares the dramati...
Re-Entry Series: From Pinterest to Purpose: Your Guide to Powerful Vision Boards
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine unlocking the power of your subconscious to achieve your dreams. In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford introduces us to t...
Moving Abroad With $200: Iliana's Brave Leap
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode host Doreen Cumberford interviews Iliana Genkova, who shares her remarkable journey from Bulgaria to building a life across multiple c...
Growing Grit Abroad: How Global Living Builds Unshakeable Resilience
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's soul-stirring episode of Nomadic Diaries, I sat down with the remarkable Elizabeth Pritchard to explore how living overseas builds...
The Art of Global Relationships - How to Sync Across Cultures
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me on a fascinating journey through the life and insights of John McEntire, a global citizen whose experiences span over five decades and travers...
Expat Life: Wrapping Up 2024 and Unwrapping 2025
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Building Stress, Resilience, and Finding Support Abroad with Vashti Kanahele
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Living Abroad with Purpose - Steve Hoffman
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The Story Behind This Podcast....
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how globe-trotting lifestyles are transforming in our post-pandemic world? In this captivating episode of "Nomadic Diaries," g...
Rebecca Eichler - How Expats Spark Real-World Impact - Las Abogadas
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts: Doreen and Sharon Fields Special Guest: Rebecca EichlerEpisode Summary:Welcome to another compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries! In this episo...
Re-Entry Series 30: Reflections and Farewells
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We hope that these 30 podcasts have been both useful and informative!In this final episode of Nomadic Diaries' Reentry Series, hosts Doreen Cumbe...
RE Series 29: Understanding Repatriation - Margaret Ghielmetti
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to return home after years of globetrotting?In this compelling episode of Nomadic Diaries, Linda Mueller sit...
RE Series 28: Repatriation & Family Helen Ellis
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt the rush of joy upon returning home from a long journey, only to be blindsided by the emotional and logistical challenges that foll...
Re-Entry Series 27: Reading From Arriving Well
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt the pull of the world that lies beyond your doorstep? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series host Doreen Cumberford reads ...
Re-Entry Series 26: Repatriation Realities
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine transitioning from the vibrant expat life in California to the complex and challenging reality of returning to London? That’s the journey ...
Re-Entry Series 25 : Landings
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling unsteady as you transition back to your home country?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, host Doreen Cumberford and co-host Linda Mueller delv...
Re-Entry Series. 24: Inspiration Outdoors
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever used nature, the outdoors, or your environment to inspire or ground yourself during repatriation?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the...
Re-Entry Series 23: Ups and Downs of Repatriation
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling adrift or untethered after moving back home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, our host Doreen Cumberford speaks with guest Camilla Quint...
RE Series 22: Repatriation Symptoms
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever experienced what you suspected might be symptoms of repatriaion?In this episode, hosts Doreen Cumberford and Linda Mueller discuss some ...
Re-Entry Series 21: Nomads Repatriating
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do digital nomads have to consider when returning back home after enjoying thrilling adventures, exciting work projects and all that freedom?In t...
Re-Entry Series 20: Reading from Arriving Well
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you imagine uprooting your life multiple times, weaving through diverse cultural landscapes, and then finding your way back to a semblance of &quo...
Re-Entry Series 19: Coming Home Is Hard Craig Storti
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you magine stepping back into your homeland only to feel like a stranger in a once-familiar place?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, hosts Doreen...
Re-Entry Series 18: Farewells
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how to truly find closure when saying goodbye to a place you've called home? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-E...
Re-Entry Series 17: Inspiration - Music
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like you needed some choices and sources of inspiration amidst a repatriation journey?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-En...
Re-Entry Series 16: Repatriation & Identity
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What sort of hidden grief and identity struggles can plague Third Culture Kids and expats when 'going home' again?"In this episode of N...
Re-Entry Series 15: Reading from Life in the Camel Lane
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to prepare oneself for repatriation?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford reads from the book s...
Re-Entry Series 14: Medical Repatriation
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you imagine navigating the complexities of international healthcare while simultaneously repatriating?In this compelling episode of Nomadic Diarie...
Re-Entry Series 13: Reading From Arriving Well
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering ...
RE Series 12: Sudden Repatriation
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you imagine repatriating in an emergency? Welcome to Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series where we explore the journey of repatriation back home....
Re-Entry Series 11: Logistics
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the planning and logistics of moving back home? In today's episode of the Re-Entry Series, Doreen Cumberford a...
Re-Entry Series 10: Inspiration - The Pivot Year
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like the invisible side of you needs some sources of inspiration during the potential chaos of repatriating back home?In this episode...
RE Series 9: From Familiarity to Foreign
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you experienced the rollercoaster of crossing borders, building a life overseas only to do so in reverse? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, th...
Re-Entry Series 8: Hidden Grief - Dr. Sally McGregor
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you navigate the complex journey of grieving an old life while building a new one?In today's episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Seri...
Re-Entry Series 7: Family Versus Profession
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt the profound challenge of transplanting your entire life from one country to another?In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Ent...
Re-Entry Series 6: Reading From Arriving Well
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, Linda Mueller reads from Arriving Well: Stories About Identity, Belonging, and Rediscovering ...
Re-Entry Series 5: The Emotional Toll of Repatriation
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever grappled with the upheaval of moving countries and then moving back? In this episode of Nomadic Diaries, the Re-Entry Series, hosts Dor...
Re-Entry Series 4: Vision Building
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode of the Re Entry Series, focuses on the Vision Building for your repatriation journey. We discuss the importance of creating a vivid,...