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240: Ahead Of The Curve: Sam Rivello's Early Adventures In Digital Nomadism Apr 26, 2023

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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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Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America to learn how freedom-minded families can relocate south Of The border, eliminate their taxes, and drink great wine on the beach. Join this jam-packed 2-day event to learn how to launch your Latin-American Plan-B.

Governments Hate This Trip

Paraguay doesn’t make headlines—and that’s exactly what makes it powerful. No wealth tax. No global tax. No chaos. This year, I’m leading a private group into the heart of Latin America’s best-kept secret. You’ll get boots-on-the-ground access to lawyers, investments, and a second residency most people don’t even know exists. Governments hate this strategy—and that’s exactly why it works. If you’re serious about a real escape plan, go to ExpatMoney.com/Paraguay.

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239: Safeguarding Wealth Beyond Borders: My Offshore Journey Apr 19, 2023

Show notes

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

Mentioned in this episode:

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

238: Inside the Dragon’s Strategy: John Perkins on China’s Global Impact Apr 12, 2023

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John Perkins is the author of the legendary book Confessions of an Economic Hitman, which first appeared on the show in Episode 71. He has now published an updated version of the book titled Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, 3rd Edition – China’s EHM Strategy; Ways to Stop the Global Takeover, featuring 12 new chapters breaking down how China has essentially become the world’s “economic hitman.” Longtime listeners will surely recognize that John and I share some differing world views, and I certainly do not endorse his beliefs on things like white supremacy, climate change, vegetarianism and feminism, to name a few. Nonetheless, his experience and insights are incredibly valuable, and you will certainly learn a ton from this conversation.

TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JOHN PERKINS:

Listen in to hear John explain in detail what an “Economic Hitman” - or “EHM” strategy is from his own personal experience implementing it on behalf of first-world nations and banking elites and how he came to understand the dark side of what he was doing.
John details the predatory nature of the EHM strategy and the devastating effects it has had on third-world nations. You won’t believe the shocking statistics about the average age in Africa.
Hear John reveal the nefarious methods the EHM strategists use to manipulate statistics like GDP to display positive effects on the economy while the underlying reality paints a much bleaker picture for the citizens of the nations targeted by it.
Then we discuss the difference between honest entrepreneurship - the kind that I practice in my business - and “cronyism” or “predatory capitalism.”
John explains how China has shifted its own economic hitman strategy under President Xi Jinping over the last ten years and their nefarious motivations for doing so.
We dig into what John describes as the “death economy” - as the EHM competition between the leaders of China and the United States wreaks economic havoc across the globe.
John and I further discuss current global political issues and the different levels of attention conflicts in Ukraine and Yemen receive from the media and the general public.
John drives home how many individuals have embraced changes in the last three years and the need to change our perception of our current socio-economic and governmental systems.
We discuss the very different perceptions of “success” in Latin America and how things like spending time with family and friends often take higher priority than the gain of material goods in that region.
Lastly, we discuss China’s increasingly interwoven relationship with Latin America and the impacts, both positive and negative, on the region.

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HOW TO REACH JOHN PERKINS

https://johnperkins.org

CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed my conversation with John Perkins as much as I did. While we have very different worldviews, and I certainly don’t endorse all of his beliefs, John is an absolute hero for the work he has done exposing the nature of our corrupt global systems of banking and government. When it comes to the nature of our global systems, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better expert than John Perkins. I know you’ll get great value from this conversation!

Mentioned in this episode:

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

Governments Hate This Trip

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

237: A Different World: Jonathan Lockwood’s Mexican Relocation Amidst Global Madness Apr 05, 2023

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Jonathan Lockwood is a pro voice over talent originally from Detroit and currently living in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. He now spends his spare time venturing deep into the Mexican countryside and finding amazing artisanal mezcal. I enjoyed getting to know Jonathan and you are going to learn a ton from this conversation.

TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JONATHAN:

Listen in to hear Jon share the story of how he grew up in an apocalyptic religious cult and how he “woke up” from the brainwashing, which helped him to see that things are not always as they seem.
Jon describes how foreseeing the forthcoming fiscal nightmare in the United States led him to explore other options outside of his home country.
Hear Jon describe the striking similarities with how politics created divisiveness in families over the last several years to his own experience rejecting the beliefs his family had raised him to hold.
We dig into our shared belief that it’s important not to condemn others for being behind where you are at any given moment in life.
Then we discuss how Jon wound up choosing San Miguel de Allende, Mexico as his home, where he now lives with his wife and their daughter.
Learn what Jon views as the surprising advantage of living in a country with an extremely inefficient government.
Jon relays a hilarious experience he had when he first attempted to speak Spanish upon arriving in Mexico - he had me stitches!
We discuss the concept of “stacking freedom” as opposed to trying to find a “Shangri-La”, and how not to become paralyzed by the fear of making the wrong decision.
Jon goes into detail describing the “melting pot” city of San Miguel de Allende, and how the locals have responded to the always-growing expat community there. You’ll be wanting to book your trip to San Miguel after hearing this!
Then we discuss how Jonathan developed a passion for artisanal Mezcal that he sources from “the Disneyland of Mezcal” in Oaxaca, Mexico. I learned so much about Mezcal that I never knew before!

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HOW TO REACH JONATHAN

Jonathan’s voiceover website: https://jonathanlockwood.com The Mezcal Maniac Substack: https://mezcalmaniac.substack.com/

CONCLUSION

I had an absolute blast getting to know Jonathan and his story. His journey is such an excellent example of the kind of opportunities that can open for you when you begin to look at the world in a different way and decide to take the leap into the expat lifestyle. See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!

Mentioned in this episode:

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236: Debunking Expat Myths: Mikkel Thorup Sets the Record Straight on The Tom Woods Show Mar 29, 2023

Show notes

Today, I am going to share a conversation I had on The Tom Woods Show. This interview has gotten such a great response since it first aired that I wanted to share it here with you to make sure you didn't miss it. Tom didn't let me off easy and really put me on the hot seat, bringing up a ton of objections that many who are first hearing about the expat lifestyle tend to come up with.

Answering Common Expat Objections

In this discussion, I respond to some common “black pilled" takes that Tom has heard about the negative side of expatriation, dispelling the notion that the advantages you can achieve outside your country of birth aren’t all that great when you break it down.
There is no Shangri-La - no perfect libertarian country in the world. It does not exist. But that's not to be said that we can't get more freedom in our lives by being overseas or by jurisdiction shopping.
I explain to Tom exactly what FATCA - the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act - is and how it works, and why it’s even caused some Americans to go as far as to renounce their U.S. citizenship!
I address Tom’s concern that whatever problems you have in the U.S., they may very well be worse outside the U.S., as was the case in certain countries when it came to COVID restrictions.
Tom and I talk about how Americans can utilize the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion to greatly reduce their tax burden while living overseas.
I break down the concept of citizenship by investment and how the process typically unfolds for those with substantial funds to invest overseas.
I lay out the many reasons to have a second passport, even if you do not plan to live outside your home country!
I provide some definitive first steps to take for those that have caught the expat bug and are ready to take their expat journey to the next level.

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Get your own copy of the Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico and after you read the book, do us a HUGE favour and leave us a great review on Amazon! This is a huge help in getting the book in front of more people.

THE EXPAT MONEY SUMMIT

We also discussed the Expat Money Summit a bit, and even though this was from last year, we will be doing another summit this year, so you can head to this link and grab a FREE ticket to the largest expat event of the year.

CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed today's conversation on The Tom Woods Show. Tom is an excellent interviewer, and I loved how he pressed me on some of the common objections people who are first learning about the expat lifestyle often hold. These are questions that don't often come up here on the Expat Money Show, where I primarily interview those who are already on the expat journey, so it was a great change of pace. This is the perfect episode to share with a friend or family member who has expressed interest in the expat lifestyle but has been hesitant to pursue it further due to many of the objections addressed in this conversation. See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!

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The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Governments Hate This Trip

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

235: Panama’s Offshore Scene: A Deep Dive into Global Strategies Mar 22, 2023

Show notes

Today I am going to recap the last incredible week in Panama, beginning with a hugely informative conference for private clients and culminating in my 40th birthday party.

The last week has been unbelievable. Clients flew in from every corner of the world, literally from everywhere.

I am still decompressing from a busy and eventful week, but I wanted to first stop and take the time to record this episode for you and update you all on some other goings on here at Expat Money while everything is fresh on my mind.

PANAMA CONFERENCE AND BIRTHDAY PARTY RECAP

I recap the start of the week with the investor's conference I put on in Panama with private clients from diverse places like Germany, Thailand and New Zealand attending.
I explain the difference between my "private" clients and my "regular" clients and how you can become one!
This week highlights why I like to get to know my prospective clients personally before I take them on - because I spend a LOT of time with them!
The type of information provided at this conference would literally take months or even years of research to acquire on your own - offshore investing and residency is definitely not a 'DIY' type of thing.
Meanwhile, we also formally launched The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico, which has already launched to #1 in the "libertarianism" category on Amazon!
I also provide a preview of the upcoming trips I am planning in the next year for private clients. If these sounds interesting to you, read this important letter and consider if becoming a private is a good fit for you.
Finally, I reflect on my 40th birthday party that was made so special by the 150 + attendees who travelled from places like Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, the UK, Brazil, Colombia, Canada, USA, etc. - all culminating in an amazing fireworks display!
Ultimately, these events are about building a community and realizing that we aren't the crazy ones out there. We in the Expat Money community are building a better and brighter future for ourselves while much of the world goes mad.

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PURCHASE THE EXPATS GUIDE TO MOVING TO MEXICO

Get your own copy of the Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico and after you've purchased and read the book, do us a HUGE favour and leave us a great review on Amazon! This is a huge help in getting the book in front of more people.

CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed today's episode in which I've provided just a small glimpse into the type of conferences, tours and celebrations I put together for my friends and clients in the Expat Money community.

I want to once again thank everyone who joined us in Panama and came out to celebrate my birthday.

And as I said earlier, and it really is worth repeating; this party is not about me...

It's about you.

We are not just some online group or a podcast, no. We are a real-life community of people who understand what is going on in the world and will actually do something about it.

Our plan is to do many more private events this year for clients, so I hope this episode will serve as a great preview of what's to come should you decide to become one. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this episode:

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

234: Your Mexican Dream: Insights from My Latest Book on Moving Mar 15, 2023

Show notes

Today, I am going to do a "freedom read", a concept inspired by my friend Kevin Koskella on his Freedom Lovin' Podcast, where he would read sections of prominent freedom books, which I thought was such a cool idea. So today I am going to be reading the first few chapters from my recently published book, the Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico. We haven't even done an official launch of this book yet, so we need to help people realize it's out there. In today's reading, you'll learn much of the basics of why so many expats have been moving to the beautiful country of Mexico.

The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico

The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico is a comprehensive A to Z guide through everything you need to know about Mexico and the processes behind moving there or setting up a Plan B residency in the country.
Getting a residency in Mexico is not that complicated or expensive. So don’t fear; in my new book, I go into detail about what the process is like and how you can do it yourself.
I explain my first task as the author of this book - to discuss mindset. Are you ready for a change, and how will you accomplish it?
My goal is to present the full reality of Mexico to the fullest extent of my ability - the good, the bad, and the ugly.
I address some of the biggest fears many have of becoming an expat. Are any of these holding you back?
I outline some of the reasons Mexico can provide an excellent quality of life, including some advantages you might not expect.
I discuss who this book is NOT for. Yes, it won't be for everyone.
I lay out the major differences between living in Mexico vs. living in places like the USA, Canada and Europe.

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CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed today's episode, and I really do hope you enjoy the brand-new book. After reading this book, you will have a thorough understanding of the types of visas to be able to move to Mexico, the specific requirements to get residencies, the safest cities to live in as an expat, the cost of living, and so much more! Even in just the chapters covered here, you'll leave with a solid idea of everything you need to take into account to determine if Mexico is the right country for you. As I said in the episode, our plan is to release several of these, but for that to happen, I need lots of support from the community. We want to make this a number-one bestseller, and we need lots of reviews out there. So pick up the book and let me know what you think. Hopefully, you'll get lots of value. Send me a note or put a review on Amazon. I'm going to read everything. Thanks!

Mentioned in this episode:

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233: Outsmarting Spyware: Ramiro Romani’s Guide to Phone Security Mar 08, 2023

Show notes

Ramiro Romani is a technologist, activist, educator, and entrepreneur who dropped his corporate career to work on meaningful social movements. His company, Above Agency, recently released Above Phone – a complete privacy phone solution that combines secure hardware, open-source operating systems, and cutting-edge privacy services. I know the issue of privacy is of utmost importance to Expat Money Show listeners, and today's episode will open your eyes to how your phone tracks you every single day and the actionable steps you can take to stop it.

How to Stop Your Phone From Spying on You

If you've long suspected your phone is spying on you, trust us, it is. Today's episode will give you the tools you need to begin to fight back.
Ramiro delves into his background as a software engineer and how he realized the Big Tech companies are a part of the privacy problem.
I discuss with Ramiro how he decided to shift his priorities and help build systems outside of Big Tech's grasp and bring heart back to their technology, quitting his job to become a full-time activist in movements such as the Freedom Cell Network before founding Above Agency in 2021.
Ramiro breaks down how his software team went about creating Above Phone by “De-Googling” their phone and using open-source software to tweak existing open-source platforms
We discuss in detail why having a privacy phone is so important and how Big Tech companies track everything you do because YOU are the product.
Ramiro shares some SHOCKING examples of how innocent lives have been affected by big-tech spying.
I discuss with Ramiro the 3 layers of tracking through the Operating Systems, the apps and the telecom companies.
We look at one of the most common questions Ramiro fields regarding why they use “the Devil” aka Google to build a privacy phone instead of using Linux or another system?
Ramiro and I examine why it’s important to accept incremental steps in taking privacy back and not let the lack of the perfect tool prevent you from taking any precautions against Big Tech.
We examine how even “privacy” companies track and mine data from their users and make false claims about their products while portraying a privacy face on the surface.
Ramiro gives an on-screen demonstration of how some of the available apps work - this is a great reason to head over and watch the video on the Expat Money YouTube channel!
We even learn how it's possible to use a phone without being exposed to ANY EMF at all by using an ethernet adaptor! This blew me away!

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HOW TO LEARN MORE AND GET AN ABOVE PHONE

For a special offer and to support our work go to riseabovephone.com and use code EXPATPRIVACY for $50 off your Above Phone!

CONCLUSION

I hope that by now, most of my listeners are aware of the privacy issues regarding Big Tech and their phones, but this episode will open the eyes of even the staunchest privacy advocates to the depth of the problem. Luckily, there is a solution, and I can personally attest that Ramiro and his team at Above Phone have come up with a great one! See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!

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Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Governments Hate This Trip

232: Starting from Scratch: Fundamental Insights into Immigration Mar 01, 2023

Show notes

Today I want to go back to basics and ensure that everybody understands the terms we discussed so that you can make the right decision for yourself and your family if you decide to become an Expat and plan for the future. I realize that not everyone understands the verbiage and lexicon that immigration entails. There are many different types of immigration visas; there is not a one size fits all approach to this.

IMMIGRATION BACK TO BASICS

Confused about the lexicon or language when it comes to immigration? Many people are. This is the episode that you won’t want to miss.
I start with the most basic language, so you’ll fully comprehend and understand it.
I discuss the difference between temporary and permanent residencies and why they are so important to understand.
The next step up is citizenship. What does this mean? What must you do or complete to become a citizen in a new country?
Are you thinking about starting a family or having additional children? Listen as I talk about birth tourism and what it can mean for you and your family.
One of my main focuses is on Residency by Investment. What does that look like, and how can you obtain one?
What is a Golden Visa? You may have heard this phrase.
The next piece of information I cover is Citizenship by Investment. The countries that offer it, and why I believe it is so important.
I run through the countries that currently have citizenship by investment and the costs involved.

CONCLUSION

I hope today's episode was beneficial to you and works as a real complement to the three-hour workshop I did on Saturday. If you have more questions after watching the presentation, want to review the CBI programs we discussed, and join me on some of these things, there's a special email address just for people who registered and attended that presentation. See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!

Mentioned in this episode:

Governments Hate This Trip

The Hub—Your Offshore Command Center

Expat Money Paid Membership

Expat Money Online Summit 2026: Freedom is Rising in Latin America

Paraguay Potential—Your Gateway to Offshore Freedom

Paraguay Potential Newsletter

231: The Hidden Tax Oasis: Jim Baker Reveals America’s Secret Feb 22, 2023

Show notes

James Baker is a Certified Public Accountant and international tax expert. He helps expats and foreign nationals grow their businesses and protect their wealth with custom tax planning strategies tailored for US expats and foreign nationals alike.

TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JAMES,

Listen in to hear James talk about helping non-residents use US companies and bank accounts to save money on taxes.
We dig into the US as an offshore jurisdiction and how the systems function.
We talk about strong asset protection and wealth protection laws in the USA and that most CPAs don’t understand that the US is the largest tax haven in the world.
One of the biggest concerns Jim’s clients have is about information sharing. It’s a big concern, and listen to why that is.
If you are a tax resident of any country outside the US, doing a service business, an e-commerce business, or some kind of coaching business, Jim shares a ton of information for you.
Understanding the tax laws of the country you live in or pay taxes to is highly important. It’s one of the many aspects of my business that I help people with daily.
Jim lets us in on his favourite states for setting up structures and what you should look for.
The bottom line is Jim can help you and your business make more money and pay less in taxes.

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HOW TO REACH JAMES BAKER

www.expatmoneyshow.com/cpa to book a call with Jim.

CONCLUSION

Jim and I have been working together for several years now, and I trust him with my clients. We had a lot of people asking for a podcast about the US as a tax haven. Well, here is an amazing conversation with Jim Baker. Enjoy!

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