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EPISODE · Jun 25, 2025 · 33 MIN

Why 4 in 10 Americans Are Planning to Move Abroad (And Where They're Going)

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What if America’s next great export isn’t goods or tech, but its people? I’m hosting Michele Collu, a Sardinian-born entrepreneur who's helping reverse the population decline in his home region by helping Americans make Sardinia their new home. With his deep understanding of both U.S. and Italian cultures, Michele sheds light on what makes Sardinia irresistible for people seeking a slower, more connected life.We talk about how Sardinia’s stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage remain largely untouched by globalization, making it an ideal escape from the grind. Michele shares why many Americans are trading hustle culture for a slice of coastal paradise, and what it actually takes to make the leap.  If you've ever fantasized about moving abroad, this episode is your unofficial guide. Tune in to hear Michele’s top advice, the most common misconceptions, and find out if this lifestyle is really for you. In This Episode:-Meet Michele Collu, the visionary behind Sardiamo-Why Michele moved back to Sardinia-Economic opportunities: the beauty and potential of Sardinia-Can foreigners disrupt Sardinia’s cultural uniqueness?-American dream abroad: Why Americans are moving to Sardinia-What are the demographics of the American emigrants?-Success stories of new Sardinian residents -Some misconceptions about moving to Sardinia-How Sardiamo helps newcomers settle in Sardinia -Should you move to Sardinia?Order Bradley’s Book:The Super Age: Decoding Our Demographic Destiny: https://a.co/d/gmG6t2P About Michele Collu:Michele Collu is the founder and CEO of Sardiamo, a relocation and real estate advisory firm based in Sardinia, Italy. Born and raised in Cagliari, Sardinia, he left the island at 17 to pursue education and career opportunities in Italy, the U.S., Germany, France, and the U.K. With a background in corporate law and experience in business development within the SaaS industry, Michele has worked in both legal and digital sectors. In 2021, he returned to Sardinia and, alongside his family, launched Sardiamo to assist international clients in relocating to the island.Get in Touch with Michele Collu:Website: https://www.sardiamo.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micstardust/ LinkedIn: https://it.linkedin.com/in/michelecollu/en  Get in Touch with Bradley Schurman: Website: https://populationnext.substack.com   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bradleyschurman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigschur/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyschurman/ 

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