The Expat Money Show - With Mikkel Thorup

402: Brazil: The Beachfront Boom You’ll Regret Missing – Q&A – Part 2

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brazil’s Northeast is quickly becoming one of the most compelling real estate opportunities in the world, and today, we continue to build on yesterd...

401: Brazil: The Beachfront Boom You’ll Regret Missing – Part 1

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brazil is one of the few countries with a massive, self-sustaining economy. powered by a population of over 200 million, one region in particular cont...

400: Trump’s New Doctrine Could Reshape the Americas (And Your Plan-B)

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. under Donald Trump has been redrawing its map of allies in Latin America…and not every country has made the cut. At the recent Shield of th...

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

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

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

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 str...

397: Paraguay’s Inflection Point: 2 Decades Of Insights – Gerold Pankl

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some countries are peaking… others are just getting started. In today’s episode, you’ll hear a conversation that I recorded during one of my rec...

396: Paraguay: Where Capital is Clustering & Fortunes Are Being Made – Part 2

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we pick up where we left off with my friend and business partner, Fernando de Cevallos, for a live Q&A session about the trans...

395: Paraguay: Where Capital Is Clustering & Fortunes Are Being Made – Part 1

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Fernando de Cevallos, my friend and business partner, and one of the key people behind a decade-plus development...

394: Panama City’s Crypto-Friendly Mayor: The Mayer Mizrachi Story

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most politicians talk about reform, but there are very few who actually pick up a shovel and start filling potholes themselves. And in the case of Pan...

393: Panama: Why Timing Matters More Than Ever for Residency

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Many people falsely assume residency programs will be there when they’re “ready.” In reality, these programs are always evolving: investment thr...

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

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

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

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

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

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

389: Colombia: The Reality You Won’t See In The Headlines

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Colombia has spent decades being defined by headlines that no longer reflect reality, which shapes how most people see the country. But the moment you...

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

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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...

387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Longtime listeners of this podcast know that I have been talking about Latin America as the last real bastion of freedom for years. And the recent pol...

386: Building A 100-Year Family Legacy In A Chaotic World

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people plan for retirement. Some plan for their children. Almost no one plans for the next 100 years. In today’s episode, I’m joined by my...

385: How to Become Competent, Confident & Dangerous – Matt Smith

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The conventional path for young men is breaking down. College is more expensive than ever, jobs are disappearing faster than degrees can keep up, and ...

384: Panama’s Adult in the Room: President José Raúl Mulino

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Panama finally has an adult in the room. Under President José Raúl Mulino, the country is shifting away from drama-driven politics and toward compet...

383: Central Asia: A Chaotic Journey Across An Overlooked Region

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After 5 intense weeks of travel across Turkey, Central Asia, and Prague, I finally made it back to the Expat Money Studios in Panama to bring you a fu...

382: Doug Casey’s Crystal Ball for 2026: The One Conversation You Can’t Afford to Miss

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 Inter...

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

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 inconveni...

380: Why Every Doctor Needs an International Plan-B

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many medical professionals think of freedom in terms of choosing their own hours or running a private practice. But true freedom goes far beyond that ...

379: Retirement Beyond Borders: Tanya & Carl’s Plan-B Journey

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really take to turn your retirement dream into a real-life move abroad, especially when you’re still working, have roots at home, and a...

378: Why Dropping Out of School Was the Best Investment I Ever Made

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all grow up being told to “follow the system.” Go to school. Get a job. Obey the rules. But what if the system itself is broken and designed to...

377: Building an International Plan-B While Still Living in the U.S.

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s it really like to build a full international Plan-B while still living in your home country, especially when you’ve got a family to think a...

376: Gold Busts Through $4,000/Oz: The Offshore BluePrint to Protect Your Wealth

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With gold reaching new highs nearly every day, more people are looking for ways to protect what they’ve built. But real security goes beyond just ho...

375: 25 Years Abroad: How I Built a Global Real Estate Portfolio

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve been travelling the world for 25 years, and one thing I’ve learned is that freedom doesn’t just come from your passport; it comes from how ...

374: Who Was Charlie Kirk?

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The assassination of American political activist Charlie Kirk has rocked the world and affected the hearts of many. While I didn't know much of Kirk's...

373: Guyana: A Trip to the World’s Fastest Growing Economy

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the fastest-growing economy in the world was also one of the most underdeveloped? That’s the paradox of Guyana, a tiny, English-speaking nat...

372: Brazil’s Northeast: A Demand Gap Begging To Be Filled – Part 2 Q&A

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, I walked you through the incredible demand gap we uncovered in northeast Brazil—and why I personally backed this new hotel-style investme...

371: Brazil’s Northeast: A Demand Gap Begging To Be Filled – Part 1

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After years and years of investing internationally, I’ve rarely seen a supply-demand gap as wide as what’s happening in Northeast Brazil right now...

370: Colombia: Where “Bad Reputation” Hides Massive Opportunity

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you combine 20+ years of boots-on-the-ground experience, a country full of misunderstood opportunity, and a group of freedom-minded ...

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

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 extre...

368: Cayman: Inside The Caribbean’s Premier Offshore Hub – Jeremy Varlow

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Owning precious metals offshore is one of the cornerstones of any fully formed Plan-B. With governments constantly inflating currencies and manipulati...

367: Paraguay: The Breakout Opportunity You Can’t Sleep On – Part 2

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Investing in real estate requires discernment, responsibility, and a strategic outlook, and that’s exactly how I approach every opportunity before b...

366: Paraguay: The Breakout Opportunity You Can’t Sleep On – Part 1

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There aren’t many chances to get in early, move decisively, and plant a flag in a rising market before the crowd shows up—but this is one of them....

365: The Bukele Effect: Inside El Salvador’s Radical Transformation

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

El Salvador used to be one of the most dangerous countries in the world. It was ruled by ruthless gangs, riddled with unchecked violence, and had a go...

364: Why Canada Was Designed To Fail – Matthew Ehret

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve never claimed to be an expert on Canada’s political history. I left the country as a teenager and focused my energy on building a life outsid...

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

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

362: Brazil Beyond the Headlines: Perception vs. Reality

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brazil gets a bad rap. Most people picture crime, chaos, and corruption, but that outdated narrative is costing investors big. The truth? Brazil’s n...

361: Unmasking The CBDC Agenda & Building Real Alternatives – Efrat Fenigson

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

CBDCs aren’t just “on the way”; they’re already being tested and quietly rolled out around the world. They promise convenience and safety, but...

360: Paraguay: Economic Backbones Of A Rising Nation

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been looking for stability, opportunity, and sovereignty in one place, you need to start paying serious attention to Paraguay. With food i...

359: Live Where You Invest: Inside My Panama Residential Project

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A few weeks back, I unveiled a commercial project that’s already generating significant momentum in one of Panama’s most dynamic growth regions. W...

358: Brazil Beachfront: A Perfect Portfolio Play Offshore

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been watching the global economy and wondering where smart investors are going next, you need to be paying attention to Brazil’s northea...

357: Own Office Space In Panama’s Hottest Growth Corridor – Part 2

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Investing in real estate requires discernment, responsibility, and a strategic outlook, and that’s exactly how I approach every opportunity before b...

356: Own Office Space In Panama’s Hottest Growth Corridor – Part 1

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been following my work, you know I take real estate investments very seriously—and I do tremendous due diligence before ever presenting ...

355: Santiago Peña’s Paraguay: Latin America’s New Freedom Frontier

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been watching the shifting tides in geopolitics and looking for a solid offshore Plan-B, you need to be paying attention to Paraguay. Unde...

354: Offshore Upside: How To Take Your IRA International

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your retirement money is tied up in an IRA or a 401(k) and exposed to the ups and downs of the U.S. stock market, your retirement savings may be mo...

353: Latin America Is The Future: Announcing The Summit 2025

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Latin America is the future, and I invite you to explore this subject in depth with me at the next edition of our annual Expat Money Summit, taking pl...

352: Javier Milei’s Argentina: What It Means For Expats And Freedom

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

While most world leaders double down on failed socialist policies, Javier Milei is doing the opposite: ripping the state down to its foundation in an ...

351: Nine Legal Flag-Planting Strategies To Protect Your Freedom & Wealth

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many people spend their entire lives building wealth and security, but end up leaving everything they’ve built tied to a single country, exposing th...

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

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

349: Brazil’s Booming Northeast: How To Ride The Wealth Migration Wave

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you're serious about protecting your wealth and crafting a strong offshore Plan-B, then you need to go where the smart money is moving, not where i...

348: Birth Tourism: How To Secure Your Family’s Future – Mike Qu

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people spend their lives trying to build freedom for themselves, but equally important is how they can pass that freedom on to their children. To...

347: Could Your Passport Be Your Downfall?

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A passport is crucial to your freedom and global mobility, but what if your citizenship could be a liability? I recently read an interesting article o...

346: Expat News: Trump’s Tariffs, Canada’s New PM, UK Bans “Ninja Swords”

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 m...

345: Reject the Black Pill & Find Freedom Offshore

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

344: Don’t Just Stand and Fight—Position Yourself to Win

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a freedom revolution quietly unfolding—and it’s not coming through politics. More and more people are taking matters into their own hand...

343: Austrian Investor Bets Big on Paraguay—And Wins – Markus Amann

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 exact...

342: Paraguay Tour Recap: Exploring Latin America’s Best Kept Secret

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 a...

341: AI, Inflation & Economic Collapse: The Future Of Money – Thorsten Wittmann

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many people dream about financial freedom and international living, but few take the leap. Today's guest, Thorsten Wittmann, is an international finan...

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

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

339: The Case For Latin America: Why Expats Are Moving South – Andrea Martinez

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s no secret I am a big fan of Latin America. I’ve called Panama my home for the past five years, and my last two children were born in Chile an...

338: Former Walmart Exec Finds Freedom Abroad – Xenia Schneider

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many dream of quitting their jobs to travel the world, but few actually do it—especially after spending a decade climbing the corporate ladder at a ...

337: Lunch With The President Of Paraguay

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How often do you get to meet a sitting president? Well, last week, I did just that when I had the incredible opportunity to meet Santiago Peña, the P...

336: Update: Panama Citizenship & Brazil Trip

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 toda...

335: Canada: How Socialism Is Destroying The Great White North – Shaun Newman

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Long-time listeners know I was born in Canada, but it’s been a long time since I’ve considered it “home.” Today’s guest is a lifelong Canadi...

333: Spanish Lawyer Investing in Africa, Caribbean, & Latin America – Rafael Millan

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many of us love exploring off-the-radar countries few people have even heard of, but how many actually invest and build businesses there? That’s exa...

332: A Red-Pilled New Year’s

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you remember your own 'red pill moment'—that eye-opening experience that made you question everything you'd been taught and see the world through...

331: 2024’s Greatest Hits: A Year In Review

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another year has come and gone, and this show has been a running log of my travels, adventures, and conversations with some of the brightest minds in ...

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

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Political upheaval in France, Trump’s threats against the BRICS nations, and Panama’s historic move to join Mercosur—there’s no shortage of ma...

329: Doug Casey’s Crystal Ball For 2025: What Will Happen Next?

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if you had a crystal ball and could see ahead into the next year? Well, I may not have a crystal ball, but I do have my good friend Doug Casey, w...

328: Five Years As An Expat In Panama – Susan James

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What’s it really like to be an expat living in Panama? Today, we’ll hear from someone who has gone through the experience firsthand. Expat Money’...

327: Brazil: Ocean View Properties For Under $100k

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Could you imagine a thriving South American country with robust economic growth, a high demand for modern rental properties, and an unparalleled coast...

326: Paraguay Potential: Investing Offshore For Fun And Adventure – Fernando De Cevallos

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Could you imagine a small Latin American country with a favourable tax regime, an easily attainable residency program, no woke nonsense, and that is s...

325: Trump’s Election & What It Means for Your Offshore Plan-B

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No matter where you live or where you’re from, it’s hard to avoid the U.S. election. Whether we like it or not, whoever holds that office has trem...

324: Why An Offshore Plan-B Is The Best Insurance Against Politics

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nearly everyone insures their body with health insurance or their car with auto insurance. But how do you insure yourself against the machinations of ...

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

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Living off-grid doesn’t have to mean “barely getting by” and going without our favourite life amenities. In fact, today’s guest, Patrick Hiieb...

322: Expat News: Panama Keeps Investor Visa Price, Trump to End Double Taxation Of Expats?

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Huge news broke regarding Panama’s Investor Visa this week, as the investment minimum will now remain at $300K, pausing the previously planned incre...

321: Kosovo: A Welcoming Nation for Expats and Tourists – Ilir Sopjani

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The next stop on my recent European trip was the little-discussed but incredibly interesting country of Kosovo. I had the pleasure of spending a few d...

320: 94 Things I Do To Set Myself Up For Success

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Expat Money Summit is going on right now! If you're listening to this episode and somehow weren't aware of it, pause this podcast right now and he...

319: 2024 Summit Preview

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been dreaming of internationalizing your life or just protecting your wealth offshore but haven’t been sure where to start? Well, look no f...

318: Northern Cyprus: A Mediterranean Escape For Expats – Soylem Coli

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As I made my way through Europe on my current trip, I had the chance to spend some time in Northern Cyprus and meet my friend Soylem Coli.  We were a...

317: Montenegro: A Hidden Gem In The Balkans – Ladislas Maurice

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

During my recent trip to the beautiful Balkan nation of Montenegro, I had the chance to sit down with my good friend Ladislas Maurice, who has lived a...

316: Paraguay: Holding The Keys to Future Urbanization Inside Asunción – Part #2 Q&A

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With stock markets crashing, record inflation, and soaring global debt, more people than ever are coming to realize that the key to growing their weal...

315: Paraguay: Holding The Keys To Future Urbanization In Asunción – Part #1

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine holding in your portfolio the keys to the urbanization of an up-and-coming city center in one of Latin America's most promising countries. ...

314: Panama: Why I Chose This Small Latino Country As My Home Base

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Why Panama?” I get this question every day, especially in a world where the word “expat” is still often associated with countries like the UA...

313: El Salvador: Is This Emerging Latin American Country Worth The Hype?

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It seems like every day, a Private Client or subscriber to our newsletter asks me about El Salvador. I can’t say I necessarily blame them; with ever...

312: How Expat Money Can Help You

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Be it due to skyrocketing inflation, record government deficit spending, or overseas skirmishes making it feel like we are on the constant brink of an...

311: Cayman: Why This Caribbean Island Is Prime For Offshore Gold Storage – Mark Yaxley

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With inflation through the roof and a tumultuous stock market, more people than ever continue to realize the necessity of having gold as an integral p...

310: Expat News: Why The Wealthy Are Leaving The US, Dominica Revokes Passports & 90% Income Tax Coming To France?

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why are the wealthy leaving the U.S. in droves? Why did the country of Dominica revoke 68 passports from its’ CBI program? Are Russia and China prep...

309: Revolutionizing Expat Healthcare Through Voluntary Health Sharing – Andy Schoonover

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is a decentralized revolution occurring in health care, and now the concept of voluntary health sharing has emerged as a new avenue that freedom...

308: Secure Your Family’s Future: Off-Grid Living In Panama’s Highlands – Part #2 Q&A

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An off-grid community full of freedom-minded families and individuals situated in Panama’s highlands just fifteen minutes from the beach? This isn’...

307: Secure Your Family’s Future: Off-Grid Living In Panama’s Highlands – Part One

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Freedom-minded folks like you and I can often feel isolated in a world where so many people are affected by socialist propaganda, the woke mind virus,...

306: El Salvador: An Oasis of Decentralization – Dr. Jack Kruse

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is a decentralized revolution occurring in El Salvador? That's exactly what today's guest, Dr. Jack Kruse, who currently lives and practices medicine ...

305: Short-Term Rentals: A Pathway to Financial Freedom for Expats – Tim Hubbard

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As many of you know, we have been structuring some amazing real estate deals for short-term rentals lately, including beachfront properties in Brazil...

304: Expat News: Bukele’s Bitcoin Bank, Portugal Shuns Expats, & Milei’s Record Surplus

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Bitcoin bank in El Salvador? That's the headline that sits atop this week’s Expat News, the third edition in this series, where I analyze the late...

303: Javier Milei’s Presidency: The Real Impact On Freedom In Argentina – Skot Sheller

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Javier Milei has been the talk of freedom-oriented expat circles since the libertarian firebrand was elected president of Argentina last year. Today, ...

302: Social Media In The Age Of Technocracy – Wilfried Ligthart

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How can you get your message out in the Age of Technocracy? Today’s guest, Wilfried Ligthart is a renowned Digital Blacksmith with a deep underst...