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Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts
by Beach Commute
Beach Commute: Whether you are currently a digital nomad or aspiring to become one, this is the podcast for you. We talk all things remote work and travel, including how to get a fully-remote job, how to become a digital nomad, how to optimize your experience as a current digital nomad, and top travel destinations and personal experiences. Need customized help getting a fully remote job? Join our program: https://form.typeform.com/to/euZx1miMGet access to 300+ companies that let you work from anywhere: https://anywhereatlas.beachcommute.comContact: [email protected]
Episodes
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5 Regrets of the dying: How working from anywhere helps you avoid a life of regret | BC Classics
This week Jeff and Marisa talked about the five big regrets of the dying. Morbid sounding? It's not... This is all about learning from people who had wished they had lived life another way. You can take these lessons and apply them to your life right now, before it's too late. Here are the things...
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The perfect packing list for digital nomads | BC Classics
🌍 The Ultimate Digital Nomad Packing List! 🌍 Ever struggled with what to pack for life on the road? You’re not alone—and this week, Jeff and Marisa are here to save the day (and your suitcase). In this episode, we reveal exactly what to pack to avoid rookie mistakes and wasted space, while…
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6 random destinations we've lived as digital nomads | BC Classics
There is a growing list of digital nomad hotspots all around the world! But, when you're traveling as a digital nomad, sometimes you want to venture off the beaten path and explore some less-commonly traveled places. In some cases for better, and in other cases for worse. In this episode, Jeff…
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Does becoming a digital nomad make you happier? | BC Classics
Most people who become digital nomads are looking for more from life. Whether it's seeking more freedom in life in their lives, cultural experiences, adventure, community, or checking new locations off their bucket list, everyone became a digital nomad with some sort of goal. Usually, "becoming...
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5 burning questions about remote work and digital nomad life | BC Classics
We tackle five of the most intriguing questions submitted by our listeners about remote work, digital nomad life, and career growth. From navigating mentorship opportunities as a remote worker to spotting companies that genuinely embrace remote work (and avoiding the red flags!), we cover it all....
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Are you cut out to be a digital nomad? | BC Classics
🎙 Are You Really Cut Out for the Digital Nomad Life? Let’s Find Out. Ever daydreamed about working from a beach in Bali or a café in Paris? 🌍 The digital nomad lifestyle sounds like a dream, but is it actually right for you? In this episode, we reveal the must-have qualities, surprising...
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Is that job listing actually remote? How to tell | BC Classics
Not all “remote jobs" mean the same thing. Some let you log in from anywhere in the world, others tie you to a city or region, and many have hidden expectations around hours, objectives, or even eligibility. In this episode, we break down what remote really means, how to read between the lines in...
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The funniest (and realest) digital nomad questions you've asked | BC Classics
Ever wondered how many coconuts it takes to become an official digital nomad, or if Wi-Fi anxiety should be medically recognized? In this fun episode, Marisa and Jeff dive into the hilarious side of remote life, tackling the quirkiest and most relatable questions every digital nomad faces. From...
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11 scams to watch out for as a digital nomad | BC Classics
Ever wondered about the hidden scams that digital nomads encounter around the globe? In today's episode, hosts Jeff & Marisa share essential insights into scams and traps that nomads face on the road. Here's a sneak peek: 🚕 Taxi tricks that even seasoned travelers fall for. 📱 Sneaky Wi-Fi…
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How to transition your career to become a digital nomad | BC Classics
🎧 Listen if you're asking: 👉 “Can I really do this?”👉 “Do I need digital skills?”👉 “Am I too far along in my career to switch?”👉 “What if I have to take a pay cut?”👉 “Will I regret not doing this?” In this transformative episode of the Beach Commute Podcast, Jeff and Marisa answer one of…
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5 popular destinations to avoid and where to go instead | BC Classics
What are the most popular travel destinations that digital nomads and wanderlusters alike should skip? In this week's episode Jeff and Marisa dive into the hidden truths behind five ultra-hyped global hotspots. From the overcrowded shores of a very popular Mexican town to the tourist-saturated...
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Is hustle culture taking years off your life? The nomad secret | BC Classics
Jeff and Marisa dive deep into hustle culture, the infamous “996” work schedule, and why overwork isn’t just toxic, it’s literally taking years off our lives. From Silicon Valley badge-of-honor busyness to nomads redefining success, this episode is a reality check on what really matters: health,...
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6 Red flags to avoid when you apply to "remote" jobs | BC Classics
Tired of job listings that claim to be remote but come with a million restrictions? Jeff and Marisa are breaking down six red flags that could mean the difference between working from anywhere… or being stuck at home. They’re revealing:🚨 The misleading phrases companies use to sound...
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Why digital nomad life might be the ultimate flex | BC Classics
Is the digital nomad life the ultimate power move? We’re making the case with 14,000 bullet points (okay, not quite, but close). In this episode, we break down the unexpected ways remote work and full-time travel can completely shift your perspective on time, possessions, and freedom. 🔎 Here’s...
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7 realities you should know about being a digital nomad | BC Classics
🦂 What happens when a bark scorpion crawls into your compression shorts and stays there for five minutes while you're driving a scooter? In this episode, we kick things off with a true "only in nomad life" story that had us squirming — literally. But that's just the beginning. We’re diving deep...
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The best (and worst) times to visit every region as a digital nomad | BC Classics
Ever wonder when is the best time to visit different digital nomad hotspots? Timing can make or break your experience! In this episode, Jeff and Marisa break down the best and worst times to visit popular nomad destinations worldwide—factoring in weather, crowds, bugs (yes, bugs), and overall...
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11 excuses holding you back from a remote job (and how to overcome them all) | Ep 230
Jeff and Marissa tackle the 11 most common excuses people tell themselves about why they “can’t” land a remote job — and why almost all of them are just mindset traps. If you’ve ever thought “I’m too old,” “I have a career gap,” “I’m not experienced enough,” “the market is too competitive,” or...
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14 travel hacks for digital nomads | Ep 238
Tired of travel headaches? Jeff and Marisa spill the beans on insider tips that every digital nomad needs to know. Think you’ve mastered the art of travel? Think again! We dive into: 👉 3 a.m. meeting disaster you need to avoid—and the one hack that makes it a non-issue. 👉 Stuck in a middle…
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How to transition your career to become a digital nomad | Ep 237
🎧 Listen if you're asking: 👉 “Can I really do this?”👉 “Do I need digital skills?”👉 “Am I too far along in my career to switch?”👉 “What if I have to take a pay cut?”👉 “Will I regret not doing this?” In this transformative episode of the Beach Commute Podcast, Jeff and Marisa answer one of…
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3 mistakes holding you back from landing a fully remote job | Ep 236
🚨 “I’ve applied to 100 jobs and haven’t landed one. What am I doing wrong?”If you’re asking this—or even silently thinking it—this episode is for you. In this raw and practical conversation, Jeff and Marisa break down: The 3 most common mistakes that stop people from landing remote jobs 💥 Why...
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Life Over Ladder: The Shift Away from Corporate Climb | Ep 235
In this episode we explore the shift toward prioritizing life over endless career grinding, backed by data on turning down promotions for flexibility, gig work trends, and generational changes. They question if it's an echo chamber or a real societal move, plus a live LinkedIn poll reveals...
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Can you find a fully remote job on LinkedIn? | Ep 234
LinkedIn looks like an absolute gold mine for finding remote jobs, no? A quick search will generate up to thousands of job listing opportunities. But are these jobs REAL? Are they actually FULLY REMOTE? Do they have a RETURN TO OFFICE policy? In this episode Jeff and Marisa walk you through a…
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Listener Q&A: Nomad Life Unfiltered | Ep 233
In this episode we dive into 10 rapid-fire questions that you submitted, answering completely off the cuff with no prep. Expect real-talk insights on digital nomad life, remote work realities, company culture red/green flags, packing regrets, and the skills that actually make your lifestyle...
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Reacting to 15 Cliché Travel Quotes: Wisdom or Overhyped? | Ep 232
Cliché travel quotes are everywhere: on mugs, tattoos, and Instagram... but do they hold up? In this fun, philosophical episode, we react live to 15 popular ones, debating their truth for digital nomads, exploring themes of growth, humility, freedom, and why travel really changes you (or…
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If You're So Smart, Why Are You So Unhappy? | Ep 231
Ever wondered why "smart" people (high IQ, degrees, etc) often feel unfulfilled? In this episode, we unpack the real measure of intelligence: designing a life you actually want to live. From ditching traditional success metrics to embracing emotional intelligence, adaptive skills, and your "zone…
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Our biggest year of growth: 2025 reflections & lessons | Ep 230
2025 hit like an earthquake: extremes of highs and lows, massive personal growth, and forced reinvention. In this raw year-in-review, we reflect on the lessons from a challenging year as digital nomads: rethinking travel, slowing down, community, belonging, and what "freedom" actually means when...
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A real look into the day in the life of a digital nomad | Ep 229
Everyone thinks digital nomads are sipping coconuts on the beach all day… so let’s actually talk about what they do. In this episode, we break down a real, honest day-in-the-life of a digital nomad, from morning routines to work hours, productivity myths, and what the lifestyle actually looks…
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Is your career path holding you back from a better life? | Ep 228
🧠 “Are you your job… or did your job eat you alive?” It's the identity crisis we don't talk about in the West. 🌍 Why travel exposes the lies you’ve told yourself about career success, and what happens when your old identity stops fitting. 🏋️♂️ How losing structure makes some people lose...
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The dark side of digital nomad life that nobody talks about | Ep 227
This episode dives into the uncomfortable truths beneath the Instagram gloss of digital nomad life...loneliness, decision fatigue, shallow connections, and the emotional cost of constant mobility. Jeff and Marisa crack open the paradox of “freedom” that often leaves people more disconnected,...
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The 7 most common jobs digital nomads actually do | BC Classics
One of our all-time favorite, and most listened to episodes for folks looking to start working from wherever in the world they want. What's the first job you think of when I ask "what's the most common digital nomad job?" Most people would think "Instagram influencer" or "Travel blogger." Right?...
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9 Locations to live as a digital nomad for under $2k | BC Classics
One of our all-time favorite, and most listened to episodes for current and digital nomads looking for their next destination. Contrary to many people's beliefs, becoming a digital nomad often makes your cost of living more affordable rather than more expensive. The reason being is that the...
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Your brain wasn’t built for a 9 - 5: The science behind creativity & productivity w/Sasha Farley | Ep 225
In this episode, Jeff sits down with Sasha Farley, a remote work expert and consultant, to break down what most managers, teams, and companies get totally wrong about productivity, focus, collaboration, and remote work. There is science and biology behind the traditional 9-5 doesn't make sense…
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Your biggest questions answered: Healthcare, housing & the death of the American Dream | Ep 224
This week Jeff and Marisa answer your most-asked questions about life as a digital nomad. From healthcare abroad to giving up your home base, they're breaking down the logistics that keep people from taking the leap. No fluff, just honest answers from people who've lived it. Here's what they...
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How travel & new routines rewire your brain | Ep 223
Your brain is designed to keep you safe, comfortable, and efficient. But what if "safe" is actually keeping you stuck? In this episode, Jeff and Marisa dive into the neuroscience of why we get trapped in routines (even good ones), and how travel literally rewires your brain. Spoiler: it's not…
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5 Regrets of the dying: How working from anywhere helps you avoid a life of regret | Ep 222
This week Jeff and Marisa talked about the five big regrets of the dying. Morbid sounding? It's not... This is all about learning from people who had wished they had lived life another way. You can take these lessons and apply them to your life right now, before it's too late. Here are the things...
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Are you living in the wrong place? Why your personality should pick your location | Ep 221
Have you ever lived/traveled to a place where you got the feels that something wasn't quite right? Have you ever landed somewhere and felt "Oh my god, this feels like a home I've never lived in before!" That's because your nervous system has a geography! It's not woo-woo, it's fact. There's some...
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How to get hired from anywhere: Insider tips on jobs, taxes & more for digital nomads | Ep 220
Legalese and logistics shouldn’t stop you from living and working anywhere. In this episode, we unpack the confusing stuff: work-from-anywhere policies vs. hire-from-anywhere roles, W-2 vs. 1099, employer-of-record (EOR), visas, and taxes. So you know what job listings actually mean and how to...
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Is hustle culture taking years off your life? The nomad secret | Ep 219
Jeff and Marisa dive deep into hustle culture, the infamous “996” work schedule, and why overwork isn’t just toxic, it’s literally taking years off our lives. From Silicon Valley badge-of-honor busyness to nomads redefining success, this episode is a reality check on what really matters: health,...
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10 Reasons people give up on digital nomad life - our take | Ep 218
Every few months, another article comes out declaring that “digital nomad life is over.” Usually written by someone who hated it, moved back home, and now insists everyone else should too. In this episode, we’re calling B.S. and breaking down the 10 most common reasons people actually give up on...
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Is that job listing actually remote? How to tell | Ep 217
Not all “remote jobs" mean the same thing. Some let you log in from anywhere in the world, others tie you to a city or region, and many have hidden expectations around hours, objectives, or even eligibility. In this episode, we break down what remote really means, how to read between the lines in...
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The digital nomad location awards: Best food, vibes, community & more | Ep 216
We’re back with Part Two of the Digital Nomad Location Awards...and this time we’re giving shoutouts to the places that stood out for food, vibes, community, and more. If you’ve ever wondered where nomads go for the best meals, the most inspiring environments, or the strongest sense of belonging,...
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From podcast listener to nomad: Jeremy’s journey to Italy & beyond | Ep 215
What happens when someone who’s been listening to the show for years finally takes the leap into digital nomad life? In this episode, we talk with Jeremy, a longtime podcast listener and now a full-time nomad, about his path from discovering Beach Commute to working remotely in Italy. He shares…
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The Strangest job interview hacks: What works, what’s ridiculous & what to avoid | Ep 214
Have you ever Googled tips on how to ace an interview? Some recommendations are dead-on, and some are absolutely insane. Jeff and Marisa break down the biggest "hacks" on the web. 🕒 Episode Highlights: 😂 [00:08] The Weirdest Job Interview Tips on the Internet From chewing gum before you walk…
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From North Carolina to teaching English in the Thai Royal Palace | Ep 213
What does it really look like to build a digital nomad lifestyle that lasts years, not just months? In this episode, Marisa sat down with Blythe, a longtime listener of the show who’s been living the remote work dream across the globe. She shares what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what she wishes...
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Your step-by-step guide to landing a fully remote job | Ep 212
If you’ve been applying to remote jobs and hearing crickets, or don’t even know where to start, this episode is for you. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on why most people struggle to land a fully remote job, what’s actually working right now in the market, and how our Remote Job FastTrack...
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The 11 real ways digital nomads actually make friends | Ep 211
In this episode, Jeff and Marisa dive deep into what it really takes to build meaningful friendships while traveling, and the biggest reasons people end up lonely while chasing the dream. Episode Highlights: 🏡 Coliving Spaces: The Good, the Boutique, and the IsolatedNot all coliving is created...
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19 of the coolest cultural traditions from around the world | Ep 210
Ever been somewhere and thought, “Why don’t we do this back home?” That’s what this episode is all about. From fika breaks in Sweden to barefoot freedom in Costa Rica, we’re sharing the cultural customs we fell in love with while traveling—and the ones we seriously wish we could steal. Also: no...
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13 spiciest digital nomad questions on the interwebs | Ep 209
This week, we’re diving into the hot takes, hard truths, and hilariously uncomfortable questions that digital nomads are asking online, from Reddit rabbit holes to unfiltered social threads. No prep, no script, just real talk. Some answers might surprise you. Some might offend you. All of them?…
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The remote career path you’ve probably never considered (but maybe you should) | Ep 208
How to Make $72K–$168K Remotely—Even Without Prior Experience What if you could break into a fully remote career where on-target earnings often range from $72K to $168K per year—even if you don’t have direct experience in the field? And what if that path could give you the freedom to work from...
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How these 5 people failed at digital nomad life (and gave up) | Ep 207
We break down a recent viral article titled "My Mind Was Shrieking: What Am I Doing?"—a dramatic takedown of the digital nomad dream. But how accurate is it really? Let’s talk about the nuance, the truth, and what’s really going on beneath the surface. 📉 [00:00] Is Big Cubicle Coming for Us?Why...
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Beach Commute: Whether you are currently a digital nomad or aspiring to become one, this is the podcast for you. We talk all things remote work and travel, including how to get a fully-remote job, how to become a digital nomad, how to optimize your experience as a current digital nomad, and top travel destinations and personal experiences. Need customized help getting a fully remote job? Join our program: https://form.typeform.com/to/euZx1miMGet access to 300+ companies that let you work from anywhere: https://anywhereatlas.beachcommute.comContact: [email protected]
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