Colivers Club Podcast by Mapmelon
by Colivers Club Podcast by Mapmelon
Ever bumped into cool colivers and thought, “Hey, why not start a podcast?” That’s exactly what Sole and Ramon thought when they met Cesar at Alpiness Coliving in July 2023.One fine day, while hiking, the idea of a podcast for Mapmelon sprang up. A few chuckles and brainstorming sessions later, the outline of ‘Colivers Club’ began to doodle itself.Weeks rolled by and Cesar, took the lead. And voila! Colivers Club Podcast was no longer just a fun banter among pals, but a go-to hub for every coliver with a question or a story to share. And the rest, as they say, is podcast history
Episodes
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Colivers Club Ep 30: Building a Sustainable Nomad Community in Palermo with Marco and Federico from Italia Nomad Fest
Can digital nomads help cities move beyond mass tourism and build stronger local communities? Marco Trainer Alfieri and Federico share the story behind Italian Nomad Fest, a week-long gathering in Palermo that brought together 100+ nomads and locals through talks, workshops, food, culture, and...
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Colivers Club Ep 29: Why Build a Coliving Around Play Instead of Productivity? with Anya, Fidel & Aleix from Wonder House
What happens when three burned-out tech professionals decide to stop optimizing for work and start designing for wonder? In this episode of Colivers Club, César Alberca visits Wonder House, a unique coliving hidden in the Catalan mountains where themed weeks, community rituals, costumes, escape...
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Colivers Club Ep 28: Can We Build 3 Million Nomad Communities? 🌍 With Pelé Philipp Alexander Weber
What if every village in the world hosted its own mini “Nomad Fest”? In this episode, César sits down with Pelé Philipp Alexander Weber to explore a bold vision: creating millions of spaces where people come together to share ideas, grow, and truly connect. From his roots in Switzerland running...
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Colivers Club Ep 27: Building Inner Safety While Living on the Move with Suze McLean-Pont
What if the freedom we’re searching for isn’t out there, but inside us? In this deeply honest and moving episode of Colivers Club, César sits down with Suze McLean-Pont—trauma therapist, speaking coach, former sailor, and self-described shipbuilder for the soul. Recorded during Nomad Base in...
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Colivers Club Ep 26: Coliving Retreats and building Authentic Connections
What happens when a digital nomad turns her passion for connection into a business that bridges worlds? 🌍 In this episode, César chats with Marie Tuason, a Filipina entrepreneur and marketer based in Valencia who’s redefining how remote workers experience travel through Kaya Connections —...
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Colivers Club Ep 25: From Business to Non-Profit and a Global Coliving Network with Stefanie Prossinger
🌿 Would you turn your coliving into a non-profit? That’s exactly what Stefanie Prossinger did at Eco-living Finca La Palmera in Tarifa, Spain. 💛 In this episode, we talk about: ✨ Why she shifted from a traditional business to an association. ✨ The joys and challenges of running a coliving alone...
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Colivers Club Ep 24: Designing the Future of Eco-Luxury & Community-Led Spaces with Kate Shifman from AOMA
Eco-luxury meets digital nomadism — can design change the way we live, connect, and thrive? In this episode of Colivers Club, host César Alberca chats with Kate Shifman, founder of AOMA Coliving, a new eco-conscious, community-powered coliving space launching in Ericeira, Portugal. With a...
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Colivers Club Ep 23: From Scratch to Community: The Story of Pomar Coliving with Claire & Hadrien
🔥 Would you dare build a coliving from scratch in a place with no colivings at all? Meet Claire & Hadrien, the powerhouse couple behind Pomar Coliving in Algarve, Portugal 🌊☀️. They left corporate Paris life to follow a meaningful dream: creating coliving spaces where people connect, recharge,...
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Colivers Club Ep 22: From Gratitude to Global Community: Maria Hansen on Coliving with Intention
In this heartwarming and insightful episode of Colivers Club, host César Alberca sits down with Maria Hansen, a business English coach, digital nomad, and founder of Seeds of Gratitude. Maria opens up about her transformative journey through coliving spaces across South America and Europe—and how...
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Colivers Club Ep 21: Coliving, Connection & The Future of Work – A Public Servant’s Perspective with Moritz Hahn
🫂 “Coliving is the antidote to loneliness!” – Moritz Ever wondered what makes coliving so special? Moritz, a passionate coliver from Berlin, shares his journey—from discovering coliving through friends to realizing it’s the future of community living. 🏡✨ In this episode, we dive into: 🔹 The...
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Colivers Club Ep 20: Minimalist Nomadism, Crypto Colivings, and Reinventing Toilets – A Conversation with Theo Villard
🌍 Minimalism, crypto, and reinventing toilets? Yep, we covered it all! Meet Theo, a self-proclaimed minimalist nomad who counted his possessions during COVID (99 items!), built a startup, took a multi-year sabbatical, and even dreamed of launching a crypto-powered coliving. Oh, and he’s got…
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Colivers Club Ep 19: Coliving Done Right with Ali Greene: Community, Connection, and Remote Work
“Community doesn’t happen by accident.” 💡 Ali Greene, remote work expert and co-author of Remote Works, shares her journey from quitting her NYC job to becoming a digital nomad—and how she discovered the power of true coliving. From hostels to pop-up colivings to finally experiencing real...
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Colivers Club Ep 18: Travel, Coliving & Podcasting with Piotrek Bodera from Nerd On Tour
What happens when a lifelong traveler shifts from leading fast-paced tours to embracing slow travel and coliving? For Piotrek Bodera, it meant rediscovering the power of connection—through community, dance, and storytelling. As a tour guide for 15 years, Piotrek helped people tick off bucket-list...
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Colivers Club Ep 17: From Nomad to Founder with David McNeil The Social club founder
✨ Why settle for a hotel when you can instantly join a community? ✨ David McNeil, co-founder of Social Club Coliving in Chiang Mai, knows exactly what digital nomads need: 🏡 A home base in Asia 💬 Events that connect people beyond just partying 💪 Fitness & workspaces that keep you productive &...
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Colivers Club Ep 16: Redefining Volunteering Abroad with Yazan Badarny
🌍 “I carry my identity in my heart, not in my pocket.” Meet Yazan, the founder of HomeAwe, a platform redefining volunteering abroad. 🌟 Unlike traditional programs, HomeAwe ensures every experience is handpicked, authentic, and focused on cultural exchange. From volunteering in South Africa to...
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Colivers Club Ep 15: Digital Nomadism Expert Insights with Daniel Schlagwein, a Pioneer in the Field
In this episode of Colivers Club we dive into the fascinating world of digital nomadism with Professor Daniel Schlagwein from the University of Sydney. Daniel, a pioneer in studying the digital nomad lifestyle, shares his unique journey—from blogging and programming during his global travels in...
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Colivers Club Ep 14: Entrepreneurship Meets Community, Johnny Ilca’s Path Through Coliving Spaces
🎉 What does it take to turn a space into a thriving community? Meet Johnny Ilca, the dynamic community manager, teacher, salesperson, entepeneur and many more things! Johnny’s journey is packed with stories, lessons, and a few barking challenges. 🐕 In this episode, we dive into: 🌍 Building...
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Colivers Club Ep 13: What is Rural Hacking with Agustín Jamardo from Anceu Coliving
🌄 Ever wondered what it’s like to blend a thriving international coliving community with the rhythms of a traditional Spanish village? 🌍✨ Meet Agustín Jamardo, the visionary founder of Anceu Coliving in Galicia, Spain! In our latest episode, Agustín shares how Anceu Coliving is creating...
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Colivers Club Ep 12: How to Become a mill-ionarie in the Coliving Space with Morgane Oléron from Life at Selgars
In today’s episode of Colivers Club, we sit down with Morgane Oléron, co-founder of Life at Selgars and author of Have Your Cake and Share It Too. Morgane is a passionate community builder, writer, and podcaster with deep expertise in human-centered communications and coliving operations. She...
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Colivers Club Ep 11. Eco-livings, a New Approach towards Sustainability with Stefanie Prossinger
🌱 In this episode of the Colivers Club Podcast, we explore eco-conscious coliving with Stefanie Prossinger, founder of Eco-living Finca la Palmera in Costa de la Luz, Spain! Stefanie shares her unique vision for a sustainable, community-oriented coliving space designed around eco-friendly...
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Colivers Club Ep 10. Creating Engaging Coliving Communities as a Community Manager with Jeanne Fontaniere
🎙️ In this episode of Colivers Club, we dive into the art of building and managing successful coliving communities with Jeanne Fontaniere, a seasoned community manager and coliving expert. Jeanne, known for her work at Chateau Coliving in France and organizing pop-up coliving events across…
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Colivers Club Ep 9. Coliving in a Castle in France How to Create the Perfect Coliving Community with Katia Dimova from Chateau Coliving in Normandy
🎙️ In this episode of Colivers Club, join us as we chat with Katia Dimova, the owner of Chateau Coliving in Normandy, France. 🏰 Katia shares her fascinating journey of transforming a historic French chateau into a unique coliving space, balancing the charm of a centuries-old castle with the…
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Colivers Club Ep 8. 15 Years Nomading: How to Find Home in Coliving Communities with Tobias Hug, Sundesk Coliving Partner
🎧 New Episode Alert! 🎧 Dive into the 8th episode of Colivers Club as we chat with Tobias Hug, a true nomad who’s been on the road for 15 years! 🌍✨ Tobias, now a partner at SunDesk Coliving, shares his journey of finding home in coliving communities and offers insights into the art of creating...
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Colivers Club Ep 7. Finding Family in Coliving with Tony and Katya from Burgas Coliving in Bulgaria.
🎙️ Join us in the 7th episode of Colivers Club, this time with Tony and Katya, the founders of Burgas Coliving in Bulgaria, as we explore their remarkable journey of transforming an abandoned communist spa into a thriving coliving space with a summer camp vibe. 🏕️ In this episode, Tony and…
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Colivers Club Ep6: Mastering Nomad Life: Insights from the Nomad Accommodation Guy
🎙️ Join us as we dive into the world of nomadic living with Chris Cerra, also known as the Nomad Accommodation Guy. Chris shares his journey of living the digital nomad life and offers valuable insights into finding the perfect coliving spaces for remote workers. 🏠✨ In this episode, Chris...
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Colivers Club Ep5: Investing in Community. How to Crowdfund a Coliving Space with John Ho from Alt Chiang Mai
🎙️ Join us for a conversation with John Ho, the innovative mind behind Alt Chiang Mai, as we explore the dynamics of crowdfunding and community engagement in coliving spaces in Asia. 🏠 In this episode, John explains how he used crowdfunding to successfully expand Alt Chiang Mai, sharing the...
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Colivers Club Ep4: Designing Connections. Insights into Coliving Architecture with Marta Kluk
🎙️ Join us as we chat with Marta Kluk, the creative mind making coliving spaces feel like home for digital nomads everywhere. 🏠✨ From London to spots all over the globe, Marta uses her skills to turn ordinary places into cozy, community-focused homes. In this episode, Marta tells us all about...
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Colivers Club Ep3: Harvesting Harmony with Francesco Boldrini, founder of Tertulia Coliving
🎙️ Dive into the rustic world of Tertulia Coliving with Francesco Boldrini, nestled in the vibrant Tuscan countryside. 🌄 Learn about Francesco’s journey from a fast-paced city life to becoming a pioneer in rural coliving spaces. In this episode, Francesco shares the essence of living close to...
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Colivers Club Ep2: Surfing new waves, from Nine Coliving to Global Pop Ups with Anne Kuppens from Nine Coliving
Join us on the Colivers Club Podcast as we explore 'Navigating a New Country: From Dutch to Spanish Culture - Anne's Story.' Dive into Anne's exciting transition from the Netherlands to Spain and her experiences at Nine Coliving. This episode is a treasure trove for digital nomads and coliving...
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Colivers Club Ep1: Starting a Coliving in Switzerland with Ben and Fabienne from Alpiness Coliving
In this first episode of Colivers Club, hosts Cesar Alberca, Ben, and Fabienne discuss the journey of starting their co-living space Alpiness. Located in the Swiss Alps, they share the challenges they faced from exhausting renovations to unfamiliarity with the concept of co-living. They discuss…
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About this show
Ever bumped into cool colivers and thought, “Hey, why not start a podcast?” That’s exactly what Sole and Ramon thought when they met Cesar at Alpiness Coliving in July 2023.One fine day, while hiking, the idea of a podcast for Mapmelon sprang up. A few chuckles and brainstorming sessions later, the outline of ‘Colivers Club’ began to doodle itself.Weeks rolled by and Cesar, took the lead. And voila! Colivers Club Podcast was no longer just a fun banter among pals, but a go-to hub for every coliver with a question or a story to share. And the rest, as they say, is podcast history
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Colivers Club Podcast by Mapmelon