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All of this might be nonsense. Or it might not...I'd love to hear your thoughts. Connect with my on Instagram or Facebook (@radicallydifferentpodcast) or send me an email at sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com. Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

What if you're not seeing the trapdoor? Jon explains why it can be so important to stop pushing.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Our minds, bodies, and souls sometimes tell us different things. Raul suggests that maybe the feeling of "pull" occurs when all three are aligned. Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Sam, do you know the difference between effortful effort and effortless effort?Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

If you're asking the question, you're probably pushing. Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Jon's argument for setting less goals. Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

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My friend Jon Hiller recently turned me on to a powerful framework for thinking about decisions, life paths, goals, and dreams: It's the idea of "push vs pull energy", and it's already starting to change the way I approach the world. So what exactly is push vs pull energy? What are some tangible examples? And why is it such an important and powerful idea to grasp? I sat down with co-living housemates Jon Hiller and Raul Espinoza – both of whom have come to embrace a life of "pull" – to explore the idea further. In this episode – the first of a multi-part mini-series – Jon and Raul define "push vs pull energy", and give tangible examples of each. Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

23 episodes into Season 2, I've decided to take a pause from weekly releases. Here's why. Join the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Taylor Pearson has spent the last decade researching and writing about how you can better invest your time and money in an uncertain world. He's the author of The End of Jobs: Money, Meaning and Freedom Without the 9-to-5, which illustrates how advancements in modern technology and a rapidly changing job market have made entrepreneurship the safest way to meaningful work, financial freedom, and economic resiliency. I read The End of Jobs two years ago, and it was part of the catalyst for me to leave the U.S and begin living abroad. In this interview, Taylor and I discuss:Why Taylor became obsessed with navigating an uncertain worldWhat's changed since Taylor first published The End of Jobs in 2015, and how Covid-19 will affect the job market moving forwardThe power of apprenticeships + how to get themThe importance of developing useful skills and willingness to do "schlep work"The thing most people don't ask Taylor about the way he views the worldFollow Taylor on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TaylorPearsonMeShow notes for this episode: www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/the-power-of-apprenticeships-the-future-of-work-after-covid-19-and-navigating-uncertainty-with-the-author-of-the-end-of-jobs-taylor-pearsonJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Christa Romano is a location-independent career coach who’s spent the last 7 years traveling the world while working full time—first as a freelancer, then remote employee, and now as a content creator, coach, and entrepreneur who helps people launch their own location-independent careers. Christa has mastered how to build and nurture a global community while on the road. In this episode, we dive into how she's done it.We discuss:The moments that first lead Christa to live abroad, work remotely, and travel full-timeA humbling near-death experience that caused Christa to create a bucket list she’s been checking off ever sinceThe specific ways she's built an intimate global communityChrista's philosophy on dating as a digital nomadConnect with Christa on Instagram: @christabellatravelesShow notes for this episode: https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/how-to-build-nurture-a-global-community-christa-romanoJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Four years ago at the age of 22, Steph Smith left her consulting job and a two-hour commute to redesign her life. She began traveling the world, working from her laptop, and experimenting with different ways to live. Now she’s a growth marketer for top tech and media brands like the Hustle, a self-taught coder and indie maker whos projects have ranked #1 on Product Hunt, and a blogger with over 400,000 readers who writes about remote work, personal growth, women in tech, and learning to code.In this episode we discuss:The “ah-ha” moments that lead Steph to discover the world of travel and remote workThe concept pulled from the book Algorithms to Live by of exploration versus exploitation and how Steph has applied it to her life The diminishing returns of freedomSteph's experience as a woman digital nomad in techOur advice for how to learn to codeExciting trends Steph sees related to the future of the location-independent movement and remote workShow notes for this episode: https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/designing-your-life-wisdom-from-a-26-year-old-nomadic-coderwritergrowth-hacker-steph-smithJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Two weeks ago, I joined seven other entrepreneurs and creators for a month-long coliving experience in Baja, Mexico. So far it's been magical... an opening ceremony, attendee-lead workshops, experiential dinners, mastermind sessions, dance parties, photoshoots, jam sessions, daily meditation & yoga, surfing, and deeper connection with ourselves and each other.In this episode, I sit down with housemate Kimberly Rich (creator of The Bold Life Movement and host of The Opposite of Loneliness podcast) to explain how this all started, what the experience has been like thus far, and why intentional co-living is so powerful.We dive into:Why we're both so passionate about the concept of intentional co-livingWhy we chose Baja, MexicoSome of the amazing (and also scary) things that have happened since we arrivedHow does co-living differ from having roommates? How do you find people to co-live with?What challenges does it present?What cool events have been created?How do you manage 8 people living under one roof?This unique episode was recorded live from our balcony in Baja. Enjoy!Check out the original episode post: https://www.theboldlifemovement.com/samShow notes for this episode: https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/co-living-in-mexico-how-to-create-an-intentional-co-living-communityJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Are the days of freely backpacking around the world over? What happens when nearly all "knowledge workers" can work remotely due to COVID-19? What does the location-independent movement look like moving forward? In this episode, I sit down with thought-leader, coach, and author David Passiak to discuss the future of travel, remote work, and digital nomadism. We discuss:The state of affairs globally when it comes to Covid-19, travel, and living abroadThe future of air travel, live events, living abroad, and remote workTravel bubbles, work visas, and the things you should think about before travelingHow to navigate an uncertain futureDavid is a former religion scholar, a digital nomad, and an expert on innovation, co-creation, and flow. He’s the author of four books, including Red Bull to Buddha, Disruption Revolution, Empower - how to co-create the future, and Flow of Innovation. He’s been living nomadically the past 10 years, visiting 15-20 countries a year. His new venture, Flow Coach, specializes in teaching the necessary skillsets and mindset to navigate an uncertain future. Join the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Jillian Richardson is on a mission to make the world less lonely. She's the founder of The Joy List (a weekly newsletter featuring events in NYC where you can "come alone and leave with a friend), a connection coach, a group facilitator, and the author of Unlonely Planet: How Healthy Congregations Can Change the World. This interview was one of the most fun, thought-provoking, and useful interviews I've done to date. We discuss:How to build and maintain community during a global pandemicHow to instantly find your tribe when you move to a new cityWhy Jillian has devoted her life to reducing lonelinessThe most "radically different" events Jillian has attended (this part is gold)Incorporating ritual into friendshipPlutonic touch and cuddle partiesWhat we've lost due to the decline of organized religion, and how we can get it backShow notes for this episode:https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/the-path-to-an-unlonely-planet-jillian-richardsonJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Debbie Arcangeles is the founder of The Offbeat Life - a podcast and a website that helps people find remote work or start an online business. She's interviewed over 150 location-independent entrepreneurs, and she’s turned her podcast (which began as a passion-project) into her full-time job. In this conversation, Debbie gives her perspective on how to become location-independent and create income from your passions. She also explains how she ignored conventional advice and was able to monetize her podcast. We discuss what it means to live an “offbeat life”, the sacrifices and tradeoffs of being an entrepreneur, and when it makes sense to hire a team and start delegating your work. Join the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

When I started traveling and working remotely I kept thinking is this just a phase? Or will I eventually have to go back to the U.S. and start a "real" career?Then I met today’s guest, Wes Wagner, and he proved to me you absolutely can.Wes is a 24-year-old startup founder who typically splits his time between Indianapolis in the U.S and Medellín, Colombia. When I met Wes two years ago in Medellín, he was 22-years old, fresh out of college, and spearheading marketing for a silicon-valley based startup called Microverse. Last year he went through Y Combinator, the most prestigious startup accelerator in the world. Now he’s combining all that experience to start his own tech company.What I love about Wes is that he lives a life that bridges many cultures and communities. Simultaneously, He’s a Spanish-speaking lover of Latin America, he’s plugged into the Silicon Valley tech scene, and he’s a self-described “family man” that loves the Indianapolis 500, boating, and mudding. Wes believes you can have an incredible career while living abroad, and that you can plug in with world-class communities regardless of your physical location. In this episode, he explains how. Show notes for this episode: https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/how-to-have-an-incredible-career-and-build-a-world-class-network-when-youre-location-independent-wes-wagnerJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

This episode is an interview I did on the That Remote Life podcast with Mitko Karshovski. We discuss how I discovered digital nomadism and got my first part-time remote freelance gig, why I started Radically Different, the “surprising power of remote work” and how it gives you the freedom to follow your curiosity, whether or not you should get a remote job before moving abroad, and the future of the digital nomad movement.Show notes for this episode: www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/sam-kern-that-remote-life-podcastJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or a message on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

An update from Tarek on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected Nomads Giving Back and the future of the Digital Nomad Movement.Show notes for this episode: www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/nomads-giving-back-tarek-kholoussy Join the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send me a DM on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Years ago, Tarek Khaloussy made the decision to leave behind the career he'd built in New York City in search of a more meaningful life. Since then he's traveled to over 100 countries, ran over 25 marathons on multiple continents, and founded Nomads Giving Back – a social enterprise with the vision to inspire nomads, ex-pats, and travelers to give back to the communities they call home. In this conversation we discuss:The series of wake-up calls that caused Tarek to leave his corporate career behind and begin travelingWhether the digital nomad movement is good for the worldThe problems Tarek sees with the digital nomad movementHow digital nomadism could become a force for good"Taking off the training wheels" as a digital nomadThe future of digital nomadismShow notes for this episode: www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/nomads-giving-back-tarek-kholoussyJoin the Radically Different newsletter and follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic send me an email (sam@radicallydifferentpodcast.com) or send me a DM on Instagram.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Today's episode is a conversation with Jules Schroeder, a musician and visionary on a mission to inspire people to create a life by their own design.Jules is the creator of Unconventional Life, a Forbes column and top-ranked podcast for entrepreneurs that features the stories of millennials who've taken the path less traveled and earn their income in non-traditional ways. Unconventional Life has reached millions of people from over seventy-five different countries and has become a global community of like-minded entrepreneurs, influencers, creatives, and thought leaders. Jules was ranked by Inc. Magazine as #1 of the “Top 27 Female Entrepreneurs Changing the World in 2017” and one of the “Top 40 Millennials To Follow in 2018″. In this conversation we discuss:Jules's near-death experience that radically shifted her approach to life and catalyzed the creation of Unconventional LifeHow following your "highest excitement" and eliminating the rest creates the conditions for the life you most desireJule's definition of success, and the importance of defining what success means for youYou can listen to Jule's music at julesschroedermusic.comShow notes for this episode:https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/living-an-unconventional-life-jules-schroederFollow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out. You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Six months ago, location-independence was far from the norm. But the COVID-19 pandemic changed everything. Suddenly 70% of Americans were working remotely. Many companies have fully embraced remote work. And nearly half of employees say they don't want to go back to the office.At the same time countries have locked down their borders, airline companies have tanked, and the freedom of movement many digital nomads have become accustomed to has been taken away.So what does the future hold? In this episode, I sit down with digital nomad researcher Tom Knoll to explore what COVID-19 means for the future of location-independence.Show notes for this episode: https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/the-future-of-the-location-independent-movement-tom-knollFollow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out. You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

An update from last episode's guest, Tez Steinberg, who is days away from finally setting off on his 2,500 mile journey across the Pacific Ocean. We discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, Tez's biggest takeaways since beginning the project three years ago, and how it feels to be just days away from launch. Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Three years ago Tez Steinberg set a goal for himself: to row unassisted across an ocean. Since announcing his plan to the world, it’s been his single obsession. To fund the project, which requires the construction of a custom rowboat and purchase a variety of equipment necessary to survive the open ocean, he’s invested tens of thousands of his personal savings crowdfunded nearly $75,000. And he’s given this crazy mission a name: the United World Challenge. A few days from now, Tez will finally put his boat in the water and set off across the Pacific Ocean. He plans to row 2,500 miles alone over the course of three months from California to Hawaii - something less than 9 people in the world have ever done. Tez's story is an incredible example of someone with a massive dream, the guts to share it with the world, and the relentless perseverance to make it happen. Show notes for this episode:www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/rowing-across-an-ocean-tez-steinberg Follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out. You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

An update from last episode's guest, Mike Savas, about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected a "life on the go". We discuss how things have changed for Mike, I probe him about the environmental impact of flying so much, and Mike shares his thoughts on the future of travel post-pandemic.In addition to this update, Mike shared some of his travel hacks including:How to get a second passport in a different country (and the many advantages of doing so)How to open a bank account in a foreign country (and when it makes sense to do it)How to transfer money between countries with the lowest feesFor those exclusive interviews, go to the original episode's show notes.Follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out. You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

For the past 10 years Mike Savas has lived a life "on the go" - constantly moving from city to city around the world, rarely spending more than a week anywhere.Mike got his start in the concert industry, and now manages the international tours of artists like Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, The Black-eyed Peas, Britney Spears, Miley Cyrus, and Hugh Jackman. He also leads trips around the world through his company The Adventure Factory, owns and manages multiple Airbnb rental properties around the world, and is an avid marathon runner and mountain climber. Mike has an energy and a perspective on life that's contagious. Many people would think Mike's lifestyle is totally insane, and it kind of is. But he's got it dialed.In this episode, Mike shares his philosophy on how to live an extraordinary life. He shares what led him to a "life on the go", how he's made it sustainable, and how you can do it yourself.Show notes for this episode:https://www.radicallydifferentpodcast.com/episodes/mastering-life-on-the-go-mike-savasFollow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out. You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

After a long break, I'm back with Season 2 of Radically Different. Here's what you can expect moving forward. Follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out. You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

In today's episode, I get interviewed by Tayo Rockson, the host of the As Told By Nomads podcast. I expand on the ideas of my recent TEDx talk, and we discuss the surprising advantages of remote work, closing the gap between having an idea and making it a reality, and how privilege plays into digital nomadism and living abroad.I highly recommend checking out Tayo’s podcast, As Told By Nomads:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/as-told-by-nomads/id910739730Follow Radically Different on Instagram and Facebook for updates and special opportunities. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out. You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or send me a direct message on Instagram or Facebook.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

I recently did a TEDx talk titled "The Surprising Power of Remote Work". It's been viewed over 50,000 times and has clearly resonated with people. In the talk, I explain the often-overlooked power of being location-independent - how it gives you the ability to win back your time, travel the world, do “life experiments”, pursue your highest excitement, and work with almost anyone anywhere. I believe that we must re-create space in our lives to follow our curiosity - to discover the things that light us up, and then pursue them. And that remote work is actually a means to achieving this.You can watch the TEDx talk here.If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes related to this topic reach out! You can find me at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram and Facebook @radicallydifferentpodcast.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

In the final episode of this mini-series on "How to spend your 20's", Les Craig and I discuss how to think about each decade of your life, what a lot of 20-somethings are doing wrong when it comes to spending money, and how to open yourself up to transformational experiences.Les Craig is an investor with Next Frontier Capital. He used to do top-secret stuff for the CIA, and he makes legendary cocktails. You can get in touch with me, Sam Kern, at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram and Facebook @radicallydifferentpodcast.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

In Part 2 of this mini-series on "How to spend your 20's", Pete Strom and I discuss why you should take risks in your 20's, dealing with the pressure to be 'successful', experience junkies, and why you shouldn't travel to New Zealand.Pete Strom is a culture design consultant and partner at TILT, a startup investor and advisor, the owner of La Pa Grill and SHINE Beer Sanctuary in Bozeman, Montana, and a lead facilitator at HATCH. You can get in touch with me, Sam Kern, at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram and Facebook @radicallydifferentpodcast.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

It was over a year ago that I asked my mentors a question: “How do you think you should spend your 20’s?” Their answers blew me away.A lot has changed since then… The COVID-19 pandemic has taken lives, disrupted plans, triggered a global recession, and united the world in a common battle. And on a personal note, today is my 25th birthday. I’m halfway through my 20’s. And I’ve been thinking about how I want to spend the second half.I’ve realized the timing couldn’t be more perfect to share these conversations with you. I hope they offer some clarity and perspective in this strange and confusing time. They have for me.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Ready to travel the world and make money from your laptop? In Digital Nomads Pt. 2, I continue the conversation with the five digital nomads from the previous episode. We discuss various ways of making money remotely, where digital nomads go and how much it actually costs to live there, tips for overcoming the unique challenges digital nomads face, and the ethical considerations of the lifestyle. This final episode of Season 1 is a toolkit of examples, strategies, and advice to get you started on your location independent journey.You can get in touch with me, Sam Kern, at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram @radicallydifferentpodcastSupport the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Digital Nomads: A new generation of people traveling and working remotely at the same time. But what is it really like to be one? I talk to 5 digital nomads and thought-leaders about the pros and cons of the lifestyle, how they became location-independent, and what this revolution means for the world.You can get in touch with me, Sam Kern, at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram @radicallydifferentpodcastHave feedback on this episode? I’d love to hear it. Your ideas are essential in helping me understand how to do this better. Tell me what you love, what you hate, what you want more of. It takes less than a minute:https://samkern675687.typeform.com/to/NGWgldSupport the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Lisa Nesser arrived in Thailand 15 years ago with $500 in her bank account and a round-trip ticket home. But after seeing the way Burmese refugees were being denied entrance to Thai schools, she decided to open her own school in her back yard. Since then, she’s created a small empire of social enterprises in Chiang Mai (a vegan restaurant, a zero-waste store, a donation center, and many more), and has mentored dozens of Burmese refugees to help them start their own successful social enterprises. Lisa is a powerhouse social entrepreneur, and it was an honor to sit down with her for this conversation. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in social entrepreneurship and not-for-profit work abroad.You can learn more about Lisa's non-profit, Thai Freedom House, at thaifreedomhouse.orgYou can get in touch with me, Sam Kern, at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram @radicallydifferentpodcastHave feedback on this episode? I’d love to hear it. Your ideas are absolutely essential in helping me understand how to do this better. Tell me what you love, what you hate, what you want more of. Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

What would it be like to live in Thailand long-term? In this episode, I sit down with a group of young Americans doing exactly that.We discuss:- The term ‘Ex-Pat’- The reason they originally left the U.S, and why they’ve stayed in Thailand for so long- The importance of traveling while you’re young- The profound difference between traveling and living abroad- The culture of creativity and art in Chiang Mai- Actionable ways to live and work in Thailand- Taking the first leap to live abroad- The impact of westernization in ThailandYou can get in touch with me, Sam Kern, at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram @radicallydifferentpodcastHave feedback on this episode? I’d love to hear it. Your ideas are absolutely essential in helping me understand how to do this better. Tell me what you love, what you hate, what you want more of. It takes less than a minute:https://samkern675687.typeform.com/to/sCZHp5Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Nicole Hecker is a 26-year old American currently cycling 15,000 miles from Thailand to Spain over the course of a year and a half. In this conversation, we discuss: - Why she decided to set out on such a ludicrous journey - Why her project is called UnlearningByBike, and what it means to 'unlearn' - What it's like to cycle across Asia alone as a single woman - The power of making your projects public - The specifics of how to do what she's doing - the actual cost (it's lower than you think), how to plan, and what to expect You can follow Nicole on her journey at @unlearningbybike on Instagram, or at unlearningbybike.com. You can get in touch with me, Sam Kern, at radicallydifferentpodcast.com or via Instagram @radicallydifferentpodcastHave feedback on this episode? I’d love to hear it. Your ideas are absolutely essential in helping me understand how to do this better. Tell me what you love, what you hate, what you want more of. It takes less than a minute:https://samkern675687.typeform.com/to/WLx07uSupport the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

In my first day alone in Vietnam's capital of Saigon (now called Ho Chi Minh City), I stumble upon a group of westerners who are launching startups in Vietnam. Why build a business in Saigon, of all places? Because the way they see it, the economic situation of Vietnam offers the best possible chance of getting rich. In this episode, I try to understand what it might be like to live and build a company in a developing country thousands of miles from home.Have feedback on this episode? I’d love to hear it. Your ideas are absolutely essential in helping me understand how to do this better. Tell me what you love, what you hate, what you want more of. It takes less than a minute:https://samkern675687.typeform.com/to/evwyb3Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)

Radically Different is a new podcast series about young people around the world living and working in ways that break from the American norm.My name is Sam Kern. I'm a recent college graduate who has set off on a journey to understand the radically new ways people my age are approaching life. In this episode: Why I decided to make this podcast, and what you can expect to hear in this season of Radically Different.Support the show (http://www.radicalllydifferentpodcast.com)