My Latin Life Podcast

In this episode of My Latin Life Podcast, I sit down with Maciej Cepnik — Canadian Bitcoin entrepreneur, co-founder, and CMO of Aureo Bitcoin — the platform making it dramatically easier to buy, sell, and hold Bitcoin in Mexico.We dive deep into:Why Aureo focuses on direct-to-wallet purchases and white-glove service instead of complicated custodyThe challenges and opportunities of Bitcoin adoption in Mexico and Latin AmericaUsing the Lightning Network for fast, low-cost transactionsPaying rent, sending money to Mexican banks, and turning Bitcoin into pesos instantlySelf-custody setups, institutional-grade solutions, and why real human support still matters in BitcoinWhether you're a Bitcoiner in LatAm, thinking about moving to Mexico, or just want to understand how to actually use Bitcoin in everyday life, this conversation is packed with practical insights.Maciej brings years of experience helping people securely onboard into Bitcoin — don't miss it! Follow Maciej: @CepnikMaciej https://x.com/CepnikMaciej Check out Aureo: https://www.aureobitcoin.com#Bitcoin #Mexico #AureoBitcoin #BitcoinLatAm

For years, Colin Post chronicled the unfiltered expat life in Peru and Colombia through his popular blog Expat Chronicles. Now based in the United States, he's raising a family, staying sober, and turning those experiences into a memoir.In this episode of the My Latin Life Podcast, Colin shares the highs and lows of long-term life in South America, why the region feels so different today, the realities of coming back home, and the personal transformations that no one talks about. Honest, insightful, and full of hard-earned wisdom.

In this episode, I sit down with Sovereign Wolf (@BowTiedYanqui) — American expat living in Argentina and expat consultant — to break down what it's really like leaving the US for Latin America.We cover:• Why he chose Argentina and how the reality matches the expectations• Actual cost of living, visas, and banking as a US citizen abroad• The biggest challenges (and unexpected upsides) of expat life• Tips for anyone thinking about emigrating or going digital nomad• Culture shock, safety, dating, freedom lifestyle, and moreIf you're considering moving abroad, tired of US life, or just curious about real expat experiences in 2026, this one is packed with honest insights.Follow Sovereign Wolf:→ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BowTiedYanquiDrop your questions or your own expat story in the comments!Subscribe for more conversations on location independence, international living, and escaping the matrix.#ExpatLife #Argentina #MoveAbroad #DigitalNomad #LatinAmerica 

In this episode, I sit down with Tommy Christie (@tommyswriting) — ghostwriter, high-ticket closer, and American building his mind, body, and soul across Latin America.We dive deep into:• The realities of ghostwriting and high-ticket closing• Living intentionally as a digital nomad (and why Latin America is the perfect playground)• Faith, discipline, and becoming a stronger man in a degenerate world• Mastering sales, content, and communication• Balancing freedom, growth, and purpose while travelingTommy brings raw, no-BS insights on selling, writing, spirituality, and designing a life you actually want.If you're a writer, closer, creator, or anyone tired of the 9-5 grind and thinking about going international — this one is for you.

In this episode, I sit down with Rob Terenzi, COO of El Dorado — a fast-growing stablecoin-focused superapp that's making USD payments, crypto on-ramps, and low-cost financial tools accessible across Latin America. From his days as a corporate lawyer at Wilson Sonsini (where he helped tech and venture deals) to co-leading a platform that's powering remittances and everyday finance in countries like Honduras and Nicaragua, Rob shares the vision behind El Dorado, the challenges of building in LATAM's regulatory and economic landscape, and why stablecoins are a game-changer for the region. We dive into how El Dorado is expanding financial access for unbanked and underbanked users, the future of dollarization via crypto, lessons from traditional finance, and practical insights for anyone interested in fintech, crypto adoption, or living/working in Latin America. Whether you're a digital nomad, expat, investor, or just curious about the intersection of blockchain and real-world emerging markets, this conversation delivers actionable takeaways and a clear-eyed look at LATAM's crypto opportunity.

In this episode of My Latin Life, we sit down with Angela Blair Cadet, Spokeswoman for NTL Trust, a licensed agent specializing in global mobility and Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs.We dive deep into emerging and established CBI options:São Tomé and Príncipe's new Citizenship by Investment program: Launched in 2025, it offers one of the world's most affordable direct citizenship routes starting at US$90,000 (single applicant) via a contribution to the National Transformation Fund. Processing in as little as 6–8 weeks, no residency required, family inclusion (spouse, children under 30, parents over 55), dual citizenship allowed, and benefits like a neutral passport with visa-free access to 60+ countries (including Hong Kong, Singapore, Panama).Caribbean CBI programs (Antigua & Barbuda, Grenada, St. Kitts & Nevis, Dominica, St. Lucia): Focus on the popular real estate/property investment route—qualifying developments that deliver both second citizenship and potential rental yields or appreciation in luxury beachfront properties.Angela shares on-the-ground insights from her travels across the Caribbean and São Tomé, including real property tours, program reliability, due diligence, family planning benefits, and why these options are gaining traction for high-net-worth individuals seeking Plan B passports, global mobility, tax advantages, and lifestyle freedom.Whether you're exploring affordable citizenship under $100K or Caribbean real estate as an investment + passport strategy, this conversation breaks down the facts, timelines, costs, and real-world considerations.

In this no-holds-barred episode of the My Latin Life Podcast, I sit down with Jake Nomada—one of the OGs of long-term Latin America living (12+ years in the region, evolving from wild bachelor adventures to raising three kids with a local partner). We get real about building and raising a family south of the border: stronger family values and tight-knit communities compared to the West, affordable elite private schools and quality healthcare, safety realities by country and neighborhood, raising bicultural kids, residency/tax strategies that keep it viable long-term, and why post-Covid we're seeing way more young families (not just retirees) make the leap.(No sugarcoating here—Jake shares the upsides like toddler paradise vibes in some spots, plus the frustrations that test even the most patient parents.) If you're a digital nomad, entrepreneur, or expat eyeing family life in Latin America, this is essential listening.

Peter Coles (associated with the handle @petercoleslanguages on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok) is a self-described polyglot who claims to speak over 25 languages fluently.

Brian Moncada (@thebrianmoncada on X) went viral when he revealed he now spends the same $7,500/month he used to pay just for rent in Miami — but in Medellín, Colombia, it funds an unbelievable quality-of-life upgrade: full-time nanny, private chef, boxing 3×/week, Pilates for his wife, classes for his daughter, a dedicated content & podcast studio, and walkable/Uber-easy city living.In this raw conversation, Brian breaks down: Why he left Miami and what the real math looks like How geographic arbitrage changed his family life and business freedom The pros/cons of building a high-ticket agency while living abroad Lessons from running masterminds in Medellín and scaling with YouTube adsIf you're a digital nomad, agency owner, content creator, or anyone tired of overpaying for average living in the U.S., this episode shows what's possible when you rethink location + money. 

In this eye-opening episode of My Latin Life, we sit down with Nicholas (Nick) Stevens, Managing Director and CEO of NTL Trust, a leading expert in offshore structures with decades of experience in the Caribbean and beyond.We dive deep into Nevis International Exempt Trusts — widely regarded as the gold standard for offshore asset protection. Nick explains how Nevis trusts offer unmatched privacy, tax neutrality, and robust legal safeguards against creditors, lawsuits, and foreign judgments, all backed by the 1994 Nevis International Exempt Trust Ordinance.Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or expat building wealth in Latin America or globally, discover why Nevis stands out: short statutes of limitations for claims, "flee clauses," charging order protection, and more. Nick shares real-world insights on setting up and managing these trusts, common pitfalls to avoid, and how they fit into broader strategies like citizenship by investment or family office planning.If you're serious about protecting what you've built and gaining financial freedom offshore, this conversation is a must-listen.

Tired of tax ambiguity chasing you across borders? Enter Nomad Layer (nomadlayer.com) — the turnkey solution for digital nomads seeking a clean, compliant tax home without full-time relocation.Through their official partnership with Próspera (the innovative Special Economic Zone on Roatán Island, Honduras), you can secure remote tax residency with a simple $5,000 flat annual lump-sum tax — capping your personal income tax obligation no matter your earnings. Bitcoin payments accepted, no hidden fees, and full transparency.Key perks for true location-independent lifestyles:Minimal presence: Just 7 days per year in Próspera (treat it like a beach vacation to your tax base!).Exclusive residency declaration: Pledge Próspera as your sole tax home (no overlapping claims elsewhere).Remote setup: Nomad Layer handles everything — company formation in Próspera, paperwork, application submission, and ongoing compliance.Proof that counts: Get an official Honduran tax residency certificate + proof of address for banks, crypto platforms, or authorities.Extra wins: Access to Próspera's forward-thinking ecosystem (low business taxes, digital governance, and potential paths to longer-term options like citizenship in 3-5 years).Designed by nomads for nomads, this is the world's first truly remote-first tax residency program — lawful, recognized, and built to deliver certainty in a world of 183-day rules and gray zones.Ready to simplify your global setup? Head to nomadlayer.com, secure your spot, and reclaim control over your taxes. 

We sit down with Pablo Arias, Regional Alliances Manager and key expert at International Relocation Partner® (IRP) – a trusted name in international moves with over seven years (and growing) of hands-on experience helping families and professionals relocate worldwide, with strong expertise in popular Latin American destinations like Costa Rica, Panama, Mexico, and beyond.We dive deep into one of the biggest questions for anyone moving south: How do you actually ship containers of household goods from North America to Latin America? Pablo breaks it down in plain English – from choosing Full Container Load (FCL) vs. Less than Container Load (LCL), port-to-door logistics, customs rules and potential tax exemptions, avoiding hidden fees/delays, what to ship (or sell/donate), realistic timelines (often 3–6+ weeks by ocean), cost factors, and pro tips to make the process smooth and stress-free.Whether you're an expat eyeing a new life in Playa del Carmen, Panama City, or the Costa Rican coast, a family relocating for work, or just dreaming of that Latin American adventure, this conversation is packed with real-world advice to save time, money, and sanity.

El Catalán en Suiza, a 35-year-old engineer and X personality residing in Switzerland for seven years, guides others toward financial freedom by sharing relocation strategies, investment insights, and critiques of Spain's economic stagnation like rent controls and low savings rates. He emphasizes building passive income through rentals and side ventures while enjoying Swiss perks such as fjord-like winters and cold plunges.

Derek Silva, Head of Blockchain at Liberland, joins us to talk all things Liberland. Liberland, officially the Free Republic of Liberland, is a self-proclaimed micronation founded on April 13, 2015, by Czech libertarian politician and activist Vít Jedlička. Liberland is a bold libertarian experiment in stateless sovereignty.

Mark Savoia is a Canadian expat and licensed real estate agent helping North Americans relocate to Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast (Uvita, Dominical, Manuel Antonio areas).The Costa Rica Playbook is his brand/website (costaricaplaybook.com) offering free relocation guides, property tours, and investment advice.He provides a popular free 44-page downloadable guide on moving, buying property, and living in Costa Rica.Through his YouTube channel and social media, he shares daily property videos, expat tips, and supports buyers with lawyers, immigration, and even crypto payments.It's a one-stop service for expats seeking homes, vacation rentals, or investments in Costa Rica's booming real estate market.

Egor manages mobile app portfolios boasting over 500 million installs since 2009, with a current focus on language learning tools like Portuguess for mastering Portuguese through interactive quizzes and regional variations. He offers practical expat advice on European logistics. His feed mixes app promotions with wry observations on Eastern European geopolitics and labor market woes. On X you'll find Egor talk about Portuguese learning apps and Spain-Portugal travel hacks, and in this episode we get an insight into the founder and the Portugess app for language learning.

Svetski champions Bitcoin as a cornerstone of personal sovereignty and critiques ephemeral trends in favor of lasting cultural and economic principles, frequently endorsing ideas on decentralized finance, global relocation, and resilient lifestyles. As a co-founder of the Satlantis community, he bridges Bitcoin adoption with nomad strategies, spotlighting tax havens like El Salvador and drawing from his own expat experiences in Latin America.We talk about how to craft Bitcoin-centric hubs for digital nomads chasing tax-efficient Latin American escapes. 

Taylin Simmonds has 90,000 followers on X, where he talks about AI-assisted ghostwriting, guiding writers and creatives to monetize online via Substack and similar platforms, boasting 2 billion impressions and over $4 million in generated revenue. His content blends tactical writing tips, ethical AI use for idea refinement, and reflections on mental states like depression and anxiety to foster authentic creator ecosystems. He also moved from Canada to Panama and became a digital nomad in the process!

Christopher Hill is the founder and driving force behind Hands Up Holidays, a pioneering luxury travel company that specializes in "voluntourism"—high-end vacations blending sightseeing, adventure, and hands-on philanthropy. Launched in the early 2000s, the company caters primarily to affluent families, couples, and groups seeking transformative experiences that foster family bonding while making a tangible impact on local communities. Hill, a former London-based finance professional, now lives in New Zealand with his wife, two sons, and their dog Zola, serving a largely U.S.-based clientele from there. 

In this timely episode of the My Latin Life Podcast, we convene a panel of expats, analysts, and on-the-ground voices for an unfiltered Venezuela Roundtable. With Nicolás Maduro in U.S. custody facing serious charges and Washington stepping in to stabilize the nation, what does the future hold for one of Latin America's most turbulent countries?From the streets of Caracas to the oil fields and beyond, our guests dive into the geopolitical fallout, opportunities for reconstruction, real estate and investment prospects in a post-Maduro Venezuela, the impact on regional migration, and whether this marks the end of an era—or the start of new challenges. Essential listening for anyone tracking Latin America's biggest story of 2026.

Will at Club Cocal runs a beachfront event center and real estate headquarters in El Salvador, targeting bitcoin enthusiasts and liberty-oriented builders through property listings featuring ocean views and mountain access. They emphasize sustainable community growth, including a recent $57,500 fundraiser to expand a local girls' shelter and host Bitcoin-focused events like Economía Bitcoin. Lesser-known efforts include promoting reverse brain drain by attracting visionary expats who prioritize land respect over mass development.

Courtyard Urbanist is a research and development initiative dedicated to improving US cities through family-friendly courtyard block design.@UrbanCourtyard on X, led by Alicia, focuses on pioneering family-friendly courtyard block designs to revitalize U.S. cities with walkable, low-rise neighborhoods that prioritize private green space and community over car dependency. Based in Chicago, she critiques high-rise towers for lacking family appeal and pushes for urban innovations that support literacy and education.

Lygos Finance is the first trustless, Bitcoin-native lending platform designed for high-net-worth individuals and institutions, leveraging battle-tested tech for non-custodial loans that protect against centralized liquidation risks. Backed by Initialized Capital, its small team of five brings 34 years of combined paid Bitcoin experience, focusing solely on Bitcoin without distractions. Available to HNWIs in Latin American markets like Peru, it supports the region's booming crypto and stablecoin activity for expats and digital nomads. Francis from Lygos joins the podcast to tell us all about the first trustless, Bitcoin-native lending platform.

Travis from Bitcoin Capitalist joins us to discuss his LatAm residency collection, meeting up with Antonio Brown in Dubai, and the story of how he grew his TikTok and Instagram accounts.

Ladislas Maurice AKA the Wandering Investor travels globally to scout undervalued real estate and citizenship-by-investment opportunities, with a focus on emerging markets like Kenya, Sierra Leone, and Montenegro, often sharing detailed yield analyses and risk assessments. His Youtube channel and Instagram have grown incredibly popular by showing investment real estate opportunities around the world, from Buenos Aires to Nairobi.

Considered investing in Paraguay? David Smith, General Manager at Paraguay Farming joins the podcast to talk about passive incomne opportunities in persimmon fruit farming in Paraguay. My Latin Life and Paraguay Farming have teamed up to provide you with a turnkey, passive income, farming opportunity in Paraguay! Their fully operational persimmons farm has been exporting produce to Europe since 2023 and providing our investors with a annual payout. Click on the link to learn more: https://paraguayfarming.com/__version-1/landing/

Kent Halliburton from Saz Mining joins us to talk about his bitcoin mining operations in Paraguay, Ethiopia, and internationally. He runs the entire business from the jungles of Peru, far from civilization. In this episode he tells us his story, and how you can invest in bitcoin mining as well!

Pamela Posada is a Salvadoran Bitcoin maximalist and YouTube strategist who transitioned from fashion design to a digital nomad lifestyle fully on Bitcoin in 2022, now producing content that highlights women's roles in the ecosystem. She champions El Salvador's Bitcoin adoption through event participation, like speaking at Adopting Bitcoin and hosting women-focused workshops during Bitcoin Month. Her posts often fuse cultural landmarks with crypto advocacy, underscoring the nation's orange-pilled future amid global investment shifts in Latin America.

Daniel Valverde believes that Peruvian wine can stand head to head with the best Chilean and Argentine wines. And why not? The home of Pisco Sours can grow a decent red wine too! This entrepreneur is bringing Peruvian Wine to the World, starting with the best Peruvian restaurants in New York City.

David Lesperance is one of the world's leading tax and immigration expert, providing specialized and Un-biased Advice on Citizenship and International Tax Issues. We're happy to welcome him back to the podcast to talk about all things tax, asset protection, estate planning, and more!

Nomad logistics, handled. Ryan, the founder of Nomados joins the podcast to tell us all about his new project for digital nomads. Nomados is an AI‑powered decision engine and nomad launchpad for those starting their first or next chapter. Purpose-built to help nomads:Decide where to go based on budget, visa access, Wi‑Fi needs, and family fit.Handle logistics all in one marketplace—visa application, flexible housing, and local SIM options.Get guidance by a playful AI companion that turns red tape into a simple conversation.And now, with over 40 million nomads roaming the world, this isn't just a market, It's a movement.Nomados is being designed and developed from the ground up to transform how people live. We can reclaim much of our time—redirecting it into creativity, startups, family, exploration—less friction, more living.

James is helping Americans retire earlier, move abroad, and enjoy their golden years. Rising costs and the never-ending rat race are delaying retirement for millions of Americans. The Freedom Files helps them retire overseas earlier and easier.

Two heavy-hitter guests join us to discuss all things LatAm vs Europe. Millionaire Migrant (Jeremy Savory) and Wealthy Expat (Rafael Citron) bring two different perspectives to the debate - Rafael being from Puerto Rico and living in Europe, and Jeremy being from the UK and living in Dubai with a latina spouse and multiple LatAm residencies. The eternal debate for mobile Canadians, Americand, and Brits is where to relocate to? Latin America or Europe?

Ever dreamed about investing in Tequila? Our guest today Tigran is doing just that. He's passionate about alternative investments and found a very interesting deal for investing in Tequila while it's young (blanco) and holding til it's aged and selling for a profit. We also talk about about birth tourism in Argentina (having kids in Argentina), but most of the pod is about investing in Mexico!

Mark O'Sullivan is the founder of Caza de Casa, a sorely-needed Airbnb alternative. In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of Airbnb, how to build a two-sided marketplace startup, and more! 

Leon from BitVault joins us to discuss self-sovereignty and Bitcoin self-custody. BitVault is a Bitcoin security platform designed to protect users' cryptocurrency assets from physical coercion (e.g., theft under duress) and digital hacks. Launched as a service focused on self-sovereign security, it uses innovative features like time-delayed transactions and multisig (multi-signature) convenience services to add layers of protection without requiring users to sacrifice usability.

Goblin Cards is a non-KYC crypto card being built in Mexico! Expats, digital nomads, and crypto investors are constantly asking us for banking options like this, so we invited the founder Herman onto the podcast to discuss!

BowTiedOdin is an expert in helping people learn a foreign language, and becoming bilingual through personalized coaching. In this episode we get philosophical about all things language learning.

Adam is a Canadian living in deep rural Argentina, in a tropical region called Misiones. In this podcast, Adam shares what it's like to be a gringo in a rural farming community in Northern Argentina, where he has started building houses.

Coach Chad is a Californian who moved from San Diego to Santiago, Chile, where he coaches a local baseball team and is involved in promoting the sport of baseball in Chile. 

Jimmy Rios is a Colombian American and co-founder of the GringoPaisa community in Medellin, one of the earliest communities for Americans in Medellin. He also owns property in Mexico.

Passport papi is an American traveler with 200,000+ followers on Instagram. His posts consistently go viral when talking about Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia etc) and in this episode we get the full story!

A specially requested episode, we have assembled a group of expats and experts with experience living in both Latin America and Europe to compare the two. We talk safety, freedom, immigration, banking, regulations, taxes, lifestyle, expat, retiree and digital nomad friendliness, and more.

Magee Clegg is a digital nomad and Twitter/X personality. In this episode we discuss his Mexican citizenship and life in Mexico City vs Santiago, Chile, his new base. 

The SUACE (Sistema Unificado de Apertura y Cierre de Empresas) program is Paraguay's residency-by-investment initiative, designed to attract foreign investors by offering permanent residency through business establishment. Daniel Nance from Paraguay Farming. Frutas del Paraguay joins us to break it all down.

The highly anticipated Chile Roundtable episode! In this episode we have brought together three Chile enthusiasts to discuss all things Chile for travelers, digital nomads and expats. From travel tips to regional differences, to safety and freedom, no stone is left unturned!

Christian Bello, a Venezuelan immigrant turned Miami-based import mogul, shares hard-won wisdom on dodging tariffs and mastering global trade, believing decisiveness and supplier savvy are the keys to crushing it in business.NoRiskNoParty's diving deep into tariffs' impact on biz and sharing import tips. They occasionally organize meetups in Miami so stay tuned. This episode is full of inspiring stories of business ventures and packed with lessons.

Graeme Lamperson is a Canadian entrepreneur and digital nomad in Latin America, sharing vibrant tales of affordable living and cultural quirks. He's also been posting some great X posts recently. Graeme's been vibing in Brazil and Bolivia and sharing stories from the journey this far.

John Richardson is a Canada-based American lawyer and one of the foremost experts for US citizens abroad.In this episode John discusses renunciation of US citizenship and it's implications, pros and cons of benefits and changes to income tax, capital gains, exit taxes, and reporting requirements for US citizens abroad and former US citizens.

Jake Yngblood is an adrenaline-junkie adventurer, chasing epic quests from Guatemala to Afghanistan. He fueled by a belief in fearless optimism ("Optimist Prime" ) and building global connections through extreme travel. Jakeyngblood is rallying adventurers for a soul-stirring Kyrgyzstan horse trek.

Freddy Lansky, a serial entrepreneur and travel hacking expert, founded Points Panda, a premier travel concierge service and points blog. Based in Mexico City, Lansky leverages his experience from scaling a 7-figure chess business to help clients maximize credit card rewards for luxury travel, offering personalized strategies for earning and redeeming points. Points Panda provides unlimited consulting, award flight bookings, and a blog with credit card reviews, empowering travelers to score first-class flights and premium experiences at minimal cost