SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English Voices

How Africa Is Reimagining Healthcare with AI.In the fifth episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande sits down with Valentine Kamau, the creator and host of AI HealthBeat Africa.They explore the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and health tech across the African continent. Valentine shares her journey from health sciences researcher to podcaster, her mission to amplify the voices of African health tech innovators, and the groundbreaking solutions she has featured on her show.Together, Claire and Valentine discuss the biggest challenges facing African health tech startups and reflect on the global push for patient-centered, preventive healthcare. A timely conversation on cross-continental collaboration, Pan-African innovation, and what it truly means to build health technology for all.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Connect with Valentine Kamau on LINKEDINLearn more about AI HealthBeat Africa at aihealthdialoguesafrica.substack.comFollow AI HealthBeat Africa on their social media channels: YouTube | LinkedIn | X | TikTok | InstagramFollow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedInConnect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our newsTell us what you think: write a reviewCHAPTERS:00:19 - Introducing the HIMSS Europe 2026 Special Series and the Women's Health panel01:25 - Valentine Kamau's Journey from Health Sciences to Podcasting04:54 - Innovative Solutions and Broader Impact on the Continent07:41 - Challenges and Opportunities in African Health Tech11:03 - Valentine's Take on Global Perspectives and CollaborationMentioned in this episode:Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

A safety incident at her kids' school was the last straw. Within months, one family had traded the US for Medellín, Colombia, and started building a life around a completely different set of values.Alyssa Bolaños grew up between cultures long before she ever considered leaving the US permanently. In this episode, she shares how she and her husband decided where to raise their two boys, why they picked Medellín specifically, what surprised them about safety once they arrived, and how they built their residency status around their children rather than a spousal visa.──────────────────────────────────────────CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS──────────────────────────────────────────00:00 – Raising Global Kids: How Expat Families Choose Where Home Is04:36 – The Safety Incident That Pushed One Family to Leave the US09:33 – How to Choose a Walkable City with Easy Access to Nature14:28 – What Daily Life and Safety Actually Look Like in Colombia20:33 – How to Get Residency in Colombia Through Your Children23:07 – Healthcare Costs After Leaving the US Healthcare System──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT THE GUEST──────────────────────────────────────────Alyssa Bolaños is the bilingual Latina creator behind Casa Belanos. She moved with her husband and two young boys from the US to Colombia, by way of a three-month world-schooling program in Uruguay, and shares the realities of raising global, bilingual kids online.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT YOUR HOST──────────────────────────────────────────Arielle Tucker, CFP® & IRS Enrolled Agent, is a cross-border financial planner based in Switzerland helping Americans living abroad navigate U.S. taxes, international investments, and cross-border financial planning.──────────────────────────────────────────LOVE THIS EPISODE?──────────────────────────────────────────Follow the show and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, it's the single biggest thing you can do to help other cross-border families find this show.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT PASSPORT TO WEALTH™──────────────────────────────────────────Passport To Wealth™ is the platform for current and aspiring US expats. We connect globally mobile Americans with vetted, licensed cross-border financial advisors, tax professionals, and relocation experts who understand the financial and legal complexities of life abroad.STAY CONNECTEDFollow Alyssa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casabolanos/Website: https://www.passporttowealth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passporttowealthofficial/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passport-to-wealth/──────────────────────────────────────────This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Individual circumstances vary. Consult a qualified cross-border financial professional before making any financial or tax decisions.Mentioned in this episode:Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkPre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Find your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryClick here to subscribe to our newsletter

How Do I Make It Last?Joanna walked into her final session with the only question that matters: How do I make this stick when things are hard?Travel. Illness. Holiday season. She's exhausted again—and she knows exactly why. A few months ago, she wouldn't have noticed the difference. Now her body tells her immediately when she's off track. That awareness? That's the win.She asked about dinner burnout, about the overwhelm of meal prep, about what happens when her partner's default is "let's just order delivery." These aren't exotic problems. This is every parent, every busy person, everyone trying to eat real food while life keeps lifing.Danna's answer: you don't have to meal prep for the whole week. That's overwhelming and sets you up to resent it. Just think about tomorrow. Just one meal ahead. And Megan's chiming in from the sidelines: get an air fryer, Joanna.The bigger picture: six sessions isn't the same as six months. Real habit change takes time, and the three-month mark is when life starts testing you. Joanna hit that wall—but she also proved she knows how to climb back over it. She notices the difference now. She wants to get back to feeling good. That's not where she started.This series showed what health coaching actually looks like: messy, human, full of slip-ups and comebacks. Joanna did the work. Danna held her hand. And now she walks forward on her own.This is the final debrief of Joanna's health journey.If you want to hear all the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.Listen to all the post session debriefsIf you want to hear the original coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.Listen to all the coaching sessionsGet in touch!We always looks forward to hearing from you! Send us an EmailSend us a VoicemailCheck out the So Frickin' Healthy PodcastSupport the ShowChapters00:00 Introduction and Session Overview02:14 Air Fryer and Kitchen Gadgets Discussion07:44 Meal Prepping Tips and Tricks11:07 Joanna's Journey and Coaching Reflections15:36 Advice for Aspiring Health CoachesBecoming a Health Coach provides resources and inspiration for anyone interested in becoming a health coach. Recorded and Produced in Switzerland. Member of the SwissCast Podcast Network.Mentioned in this episode:Are you So Frickin' Healthy?Check out the other podcast I co-host with Danna Levy Hoffmann from Organilicious.ch. We are both IIN Health Coaching graduates who got together for our love to talk about all things health related. We have some serious guest experts but we always make them laugh while we learn something new. Click the link to listen to the latest episode.Check out the So Frickin' Healthy PodcastBecoming a Health Coach is a proud member and production of the SwissCast NetworkThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you. Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country. Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Check out more great podcasts on the SwissCast Network

You Before Baby and You After Baby Are Not the Same Person ft. Ben FoxYes, it's a guy talking about maternity leave. Danna said it before Megan could. But here's the thing — Ben Fox spent five years coaching women through one of the most professionally precarious moments of their lives, and he's genuinely good at it. This episode is for anyone who's pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant, or just came back from leave wondering why nothing feels the same anymore. Spoiler: you're not the same person. That's not a bug.About Ben Fox: Ben is a career coach who helps burnt-out and misaligned leaders in tech quit toxic jobs and figure out what's next. He spent five years on the Maven Clinic platform coaching women through maternity leave — before, during, and after. He's also appeared on Back After Burnout (SwissCast Network), which Megan enthusiastically recommends.What You'll Learn:Why the person you are before your first baby and the person after are genuinely two different humansWhen and how to tell your boss you're pregnant — and why timing and seniority actually matterThe fear of not being "good enough" when you return — and the better question to ask insteadHow maternity leave laws vary wildly (US vs Switzerland vs Germany) and why you need to know yoursThe "quit date" strategy for women who know they're done before they even go backWhy planning your exit around a baby might actually be the smartest career move you makeReal Talk Moments: Megan shares that a colleague once told her every woman who'd had a baby had eventually left their company — and she'd never even noticed. Danna's take: she was already self-employed by the time her kids arrived, so maternity leave wasn't really a thing — she was just pregnant while hustling. Both admit they'd never really thought about any of this until now, which is probably why they made the episode.Ben's Parting Wisdom: "There's this you right now, and then there's this you after you have your first child. They're two completely different people. Trust her."Connect with Ben Fox: Find Ben online and listen to his episode on Back After Burnout on the SwissCast Network.Ben's Website - https://benfoxcoaching.comAnd let's not forget his LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benfoxcoaching/Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Pregnancy Stories and Reality02:44 Why Maternity Leave Matters08:30 Ben’s Coaching Playbook15:09 Pregnancy Changes Plans16:25 Leave Laws And Timing21:50 Returning To Work WisdomMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkYour body's been dropping hintsTime to listen! Check out the Urban Cleanse and give yourself the refresh you deserve.Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach

Addicted by Design: How Big Tech is Wiring Young Brains and What We Can Do About It.In the fourth episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Marc Ritter, the CEO and co-founder of AWE Digital Wellness.AWE Digital Wellness is the first online mental health platform specifically aimed at addressing internet and phone addiction in youth, teenagers, and young adults.In this conversation, Marc unpacks the science behind smartphone addiction, digital burnout, and the mental health crisis quietly unfolding in the next generation. He shares how his own struggle with internet overuse led him to study neurobiological addiction patterns — and ultimately build a safer tech ecosystem for kids.Claire and Marc also explore the dangers of unregulated AI (including the landmark Rain v. OpenAI case), and why simply banning social media for teens isn't enough.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Connect with Marc Ritter on LINKEDINLearn more about AWE Digital Wellness at awewellness.orgFollow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedInConnect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our newsTell us what you think: write a reviewCHAPTERS:00:19 - Introduction to HIMSS Europe 2026 special series01:50 - Marc Ritter's Journey and Research in Mental Health and Technology Addiction05:23 - The AWE Wellness Platform: AI-enhanced Therapy Targeting Youth Addiction07:03 - AWE's Product Innovation: the Smarter Phone for Healthy Tech Use10:10 - Digital Burnout: Fragmented Attention Through Information Overload14:23 - AI Safety Gaps, Corporate Responsibility, and the Need for Regulation18:58 - Marc's Outlook on AI’s Impact on Healthcare and Youth Well-beingMentioned in this episode:Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

A Trump Account, officially called a 530A account, is a new federal retirement account for children, funded by a $1,000 seed deposit for every eligible US citizen baby born between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2028. For US expat families, the eligibility rules and account-opening process raise questions the law doesn't answer yet.Cross-border tax advisor Christie DuChateau, EA, of BNC Tax joins host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA to break down who actually qualifies for the $1,000 seed deposit, what it takes to open and fund one from outside the US, and where the process breaks down for parents with a foreign address or a child without a US Social Security number.Christie and Arielle also compare notes from opening their own accounts, one through the Trump Account app and one through the web at trumpaccounts.gov, with different results for foreign addresses and phone verification. They cover how a Trump Account stacks up against a 529 plan, a UTMA, and a kids' Roth IRA, and explain why it may be one of the only ways for a US citizen child living in Europe to legally hold a US ETF.──────────────────────────────────────────CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS──────────────────────────────────────────00:00 – What Is a Trump Account and Who Is It For?02:31 – Who Qualifies for the $1,000 Trump Account Seed Deposit05:16 – How to Open a Trump Account from Outside the US16:07 – Funding a Trump Account Without a US Bank Account20:12 – Trump Account vs. 529, Roth IRA, and UTMA: What's the Difference25:09 – How a Trump Account Lets US Citizen Children Abroad Buy US ETFs──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT THE GUEST──────────────────────────────────────────Christie DuChateau is a tax advisor with BNC Tax, based in the Netherlands, working with US expat families on cross-border tax planning.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT YOUR HOST──────────────────────────────────────────Arielle Tucker, CFP® & IRS Enrolled Agent, is a cross-border financial planner with Connected Financial Planning, based in Switzerland, helping Americans living abroad navigate U.S. taxes, international investments, and cross-border financial planning.──────────────────────────────────────────LOVE THIS EPISODE?──────────────────────────────────────────Follow the show and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify; it's the single biggest thing you can do to help other cross-border families find this show.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT PASSPORT TO WEALTH™──────────────────────────────────────────Passport To Wealth™ is the platform for current and aspiring US expats. We connect globally mobile Americans with fiduciary, licensed cross-border financial advisors, tax professionals, and relocation experts who understand the financial and legal complexities of life abroad.STAY CONNECTEDWebsite: https://www.passporttowealth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passporttowealthofficial/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passport-to-wealth/Follow Christie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christietalkstax/──────────────────────────────────────────This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Individual circumstances vary. Consult a qualified cross-border financial professional before making any financial or tax decisions.Mentioned in this episode:Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkPre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Find your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryClick here to subscribe to our newsletter

She Came ReadyJoanna walked into session five with a list. "I have a lot of stuff." That's exactly what a coach wants to hear.She was ready to move on to movement—nutrition felt handled. But Danna pulled her back for a moment. There was something in how Joanna talked about "falling off the wagon" with food logging. Was she disappointed because it actually helped her? Or because she felt like she should be doing it?There's a difference between "I need to do this for me" and "someone told me I should." That distinction matters. If food journaling works for you, keep doing it. If it doesn't, let it go—no guilt required.And then there's the real transformation: Joanna used to slump at 3pm, completely done. Now 5pm rolls around and she's surprised the day is over. That's not a small thing. That's her life back.But here's Danna's concern: they're approaching the three-month mark. That's when life happens—vacations, holidays, birthdays. The honeymoon phase ends, routines get disrupted, and people convince themselves they've ruined everything. Without someone to pull you back and say "that was just a trip, let's get back to it," it's easy to spiral.Joanna's killing it. But real habit change takes time—and one more session to go.This is the debrief after session five of Joanna's health journey.If you want to hear all the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.Listen to all the post session debriefsIf you want to hear the original coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.Listen to all the coaching sessionsGet in touch!We always looks forward to hearing from you! Send us an EmailSend us a VoicemailCheck out the So Frickin' Healthy PodcastSupport the ShowChapters00:00 Introduction and Session Recap01:08 The Importance of Client-Led Coaching03:11 Balancing Data and Personalization07:30 Challenges in Habit Formation12:45 Long-Term Coaching and AccountabilityBecoming a Health Coach provides resources and inspiration for anyone interested in becoming a health coach. Recorded and Produced in Switzerland. Member of the SwissCast Podcast Network.Mentioned in this episode:Becoming a Health Coach is a proud member and production of the SwissCast NetworkThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you. Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country. Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Check out more great podcasts on the SwissCast NetworkAre you So Frickin' Healthy?Check out the other podcast I co-host with Danna Levy Hoffmann from Organilicious.ch. We are both IIN Health Coaching graduates who got together for our love to talk about all things health related. We have some serious guest experts but we always make them laugh while we learn something new. Click the link to listen to the latest episode.Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Podcast

FAQ 1: "Do I need an integrator or do I just need to get better at managing my time?"You don’t have a “time management problem” if your days are packed with decisions, questions, and fires that only you can put out. In this episode, Linda helps you figure out whether you need a better system, or a better structure.What You'll Learn:The Hook: Why “I just need to get more organised” is often a sign you’re carrying structural load, not just a messy calendar.Reality Check: Time management only works when time is truly the constraint, not when everything routes through you.The Shift: Productivity makes you faster inside the current system; an integrator changes the system so the work stops landing on you.The Move: A quick diagnostic to tell time problems from structural problems:List the five things that took the most time last weekFor each, ask: “Only I can do this” or “I’m doing it because there’s no system for it?”The Wrap: If you’re filling gaps that structure should fill, the fix isn’t working harder on yourself. It’s working on the business.Key Takeaway: If the structure is wrong, “getting faster” just means you hit the wall sooner.Ready to stop everything running through you? Visit https://www.lindavanegmond.com/ for more leadership tools and insights, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.The SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Discover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

Got 10 Minutes? What You Eat Is Messing With Your ADHDMegan was TikToking, as one does, and landed on a video about food-induced ADHD symptoms. She immediately thought of Danna. Because obviously. Both certified ADHD-havers, both deeply invested in food — which basically makes them experts. This one's for anyone whose brain feels like it's running 47 tabs and someone just spilled coffee on the keyboard.Whether you're diagnosed, suspicious, or just chronically scattered, the food-brain connection is real — and it goes way deeper than "eat less sugar."What You'll Learn:How certain foods can trigger ADHD-like symptoms even in people without a diagnosisWhy sugar and high-carb breakfasts are basically a wrecking ball for your focusThe caffeine paradox — why it helps some ADHD brains and completely derails others (Danna can't even handle decaf)The specific supplements worth actually trying: omega-3s, magnesium, iron, zinc, L-Tyrosine, and lion's maneWhy buying a pile of supplements without changing your diet first is just expensive wishful thinkingHow Megan accidentally self-medicated with coffee for years — and only figured it out when she quitMegan has been secretly giving her husband decaf for years. He just found out. She has no regrets.Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Food And ADHD01:06 Sugar Makes Symptoms Spike03:34 Caffeine And Self Medication05:47 Supplements And Smart Habits08:47 Diet First And Next StepsMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Why Women's Health Is the Investment Opportunity Investors Are Missing.In the third episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande sits down with investment strategist Maryann Selfe, Founder of The Billion Dollar Blindspot.With 25 years in institutional capital markets, Maryann brings a rare financial lens to a sector long underserved by research and funding. She shares how data gaps created by the systematic exclusion of women from clinical trials have distorted investment models — and why that's finally starting to change.The discussion digs into the forces now converging to make women's health a compelling investment thesis: a massive demographic shift, the great wealth transfer, cultural change, and post-COVID technology breakthroughs. Maryann also introduces her platform, The Billion Dollar Blindspot, and her book of the same name — a practical guide for investors ready to enter the space.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Connect with Maryann Self on LINKEDINLearn more about The Billion Dollar Blindspot platform at billiondollarblindspot.comFind all the details about Maryann's book at billiondollarblindspot.com/the-bookFollow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedInConnect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our newsTell us what you think: write a reviewCHAPTERS:00:19 - Introducing the HIMSS Europe 2026 Special Series and the Women's Health panel02:27 - Maryann Selfe’s Journey From Banking to Discovering Untapped Opportunities in Women's Health Investing06:25 - The Billion Dollar Blindspot: the Capital Intelligence Platform Breaking Down Healthcare and Women's Health08:37 - Challenges in Investing in Women's Health and Why Invest Now10:50 - The Billion Dollar Blindspot: Why Did Maryann Write the Book? And What Does it Cover?Mentioned in this episode:Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Can you keep buying US ETFs after you move to Europe? Austin Davidson found out the answer is more complicated than it should be.Most Americans moving to Europe don't realize that a regulation called MiFID II can quietly cut off direct access to the ETFs they've always used. In this episode, Austin Davidson, an American investor living in Germany, shares exactly what happened when his brokerage account stopped working the way he expected, and Blair Hoover, founder of Choose Your Own Finance, breaks down why the restriction exists, who it actually targets, and what Austin did to start investing again.──────────────────────────────────────────CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS──────────────────────────────────────────00:00 – Why Americans Abroad Lose Access to US ETFs05:48 – MiFID II and the Professional Investor Exemption Explained09:33 – Investing Options for Americans Blocked From US ETFs15:01 – How to Learn Options Trading for Cross-Border Investors19:18 – The Legal Way to Acquire US ETFs Using Cash-Secured Puts26:01 – Rebuilding a US ETF Portfolio After Losing Direct Access──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT THE GUESTS──────────────────────────────────────────Austin Davidson is an American living in Germany who lost direct access to US ETFs when MiFID II came into force in 2019. He spent years exploring workarounds before learning to use options strategies to legally acquire US ETF shares again.Blair Hoover is a financial independence coach and founder of Choose Your Own Finance, where she helps clients navigate the practical realities of cross-border investing and personal finance.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT YOUR HOST──────────────────────────────────────────Arielle Tucker, CFP® & IRS Enrolled Agent, is a cross-border financial planner based in Switzerland helping Americans living abroad navigate U.S. taxes, international investments, and cross-border financial planning.──────────────────────────────────────────LOVE THIS EPISODE?──────────────────────────────────────────Follow the show and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, it's the single biggest thing you can do to help other cross-border families find this show.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT PASSPORT TO WEALTH™──────────────────────────────────────────Passport To Wealth™ is the platform for current and aspiring US expats. We connect globally mobile Americans with vetted, licensed cross-border financial advisors, tax professionals, and relocation experts who understand the financial and legal complexities of life abroad.──────────────────────────────────────────RESOURCES MENTIONEDOptions Education: https://www.optionseducation.org/strategies/acquire-stockSMB Capital's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg0ts5NGr0o&t=207s──────────────────────────────────────────STAY CONNECTEDWebsite: https://www.passporttowealth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passporttowealthofficial/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passport-to-wealth/──────────────────────────────────────────This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Individual circumstances vary. Consult a qualified cross-border financial professional before making any financial or tax decisions. Arielle Tucker, CFP® operates as a fiduciary in accordance with applicable professional regulations.Mentioned in this episode:Click here to subscribe to our newsletterPre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkFind your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directory

She Feels It NowJoanna messaged before the call: "I haven't kept up with it." Danna braced for bad news. But here's the twist—it was just the logging that slipped. The eating habits? Those stuck. She has energy. She's feeling the difference. That's the whole point.Remember session one, when Joanna asked "How will I know it's working?" She wanted black-and-white proof, and Danna couldn't give it to her. Now she doesn't need proof. She feels it.Food logging was never meant to be forever. It's a pain in the ass for two weeks, but the information you get from it can revolutionize how you understand your own body. We overlook what we do habitually—and if you don't draw attention to it, you'll never know it's the thing that needs to change.Joanna thanked Danna. Danna's response? "I didn't cook your meals. I didn't keep your food log. You did all the work. Thank yourself."That's the thing about coaching: it's your body. Your habits. Your changes. A good coach helps you listen—but you're the one who has to hear it.This is the debrief after session four of Joanna's health journey.If you want to hear all the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.Listen to all the post session debriefsIf you want to hear the original coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.Listen to all the coaching sessionsGet in touch!We always looks forward to hearing from you! Send us an EmailSend us a VoicemailCheck out the So Frickin' Healthy PodcastSupport the ShowChapters00:00 Introduction and Session Overview00:42 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Food Logging03:26 The Importance of Tracking and Habit Formation09:36 Concluding Thoughts and Future PlansBecoming a Health Coach provides resources and inspiration for anyone interested in becoming a health coach. Recorded and Produced in Switzerland. Member of the SwissCast Podcast Network.Mentioned in this episode:Are you So Frickin' Healthy?Check out the other podcast I co-host with Danna Levy Hoffmann from Organilicious.ch. We are both IIN Health Coaching graduates who got together for our love to talk about all things health related. We have some serious guest experts but we always make them laugh while we learn something new. Click the link to listen to the latest episode.Check out the So Frickin' Healthy PodcastBecoming a Health Coach is a proud member and production of the SwissCast NetworkThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you. Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country. Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Check out more great podcasts on the SwissCast Network

Session 6: When Life Gets in the WayIt's the final session, and Joanna arrives with a grimace. Travel, illness, holiday chaos—the last month knocked her off course. The nutrition slipped. The exhaustion came back.But here's the thing Danna wants her to see: the fact that she feels the difference now? That's the win. Her body has become her own accountability partner. She doesn't need Danna to tell her something's off—she knows.This is the three-month wall. Everyone hits it. There's always a reason to slip: summer means ice cream, winter means soul food. The question isn't how to be perfect—it's how to get back on.The tools for the road ahead: the five-second rule before every food decision. Meal prep reframed as "just tomorrow's meal" instead of an overwhelming weekly task. And when it all falls apart—because it will—take a breath and start again. Even if it's a month later.This is the final session of Joanna's health journey.If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.Listen to all the coaching sessionsIf you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.Listen to all the post session debriefsGet in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:0:00 - Introduction and Catching Up0:23 - Challenges and Setbacks2:26 - Strategies for Success16:01 - Meal Prep Motivation: Adding Flavor and Convenience17:47 - Weekend Prep: Making Life Easier22:02 - Handling Leftovers and Shopping StrategiesMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkCheck out Becoming a Health CoachWant more? If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes.BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's PlaylistBook Your Discovery CallCurious? Let's chat! Book a discovery call and let's see if we're a match made in foodie heavenOrganilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health CoachListen to the Whole Coaching SeriesCoaching Series - Joanna's Playlist

AI in Healthcare: How Heidi Is Giving Doctors More Time with Patients.In the second episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Dr. Hannah Allen, the Chief Medical Officer at Heidi.Heidi is building an AI Care Partner to expand clinical capacity by supporting every stage of care delivery. In addition to its AI scribe, Heidi gives clinicians access to trusted medical research at the point of care, and Comms, enabling healthcare teams to coordinate patient communications.In this interview, Dr. Hannah shares her journey into digital health. She talks about challenges in healthcare AI adoption, such as interoperability and managing regulatory differences across global markets. Dr Hannah sees the future of AI in healthcare as an enabler to making medicine more human, shifting from patient-centered to person-centered care.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Connect with Dr. Hannah Allen on LINKEDINRead the article on Dr. Hannah's journey: Blog postLearn more about Heidi at heidihealth.comFollow Heidi on their social media channels: LinkedIn | X | Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeFollow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedInConnect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our newsTell us what you think: write a reviewCHAPTERS:00:19 - Introduction to HIMSS Europe 2026 special series01:30 - Dr. Hannah Allen's journey through innovation05:30 - What is Heidi and How does it work?07:22 - Heidi's broader platform vision09:31 - Challenges in healthcare AI adoption16:52 - The future of AI in healthcareMentioned in this episode:Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Can ChatGPT replace a cross-border financial advisor? Aditi Kapadia, CFA, CFP® says not yet.Most people using AI for a cross-border move are getting confident, plausible answers to the wrong questions. In this episode, Aditi Kapadia, a cross-border financial planner serving US-Canada families and one of the most AI-forward advisors in the industry, joins host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA to break down how AI is changing financial planning, where it's dangerously incomplete, and how to use it well before you ever book a call with an advisor.──────────────────────────────────────────CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS──────────────────────────────────────────00:00 – Introduction: Aditi Kapadia, CFA, CFP®, founder of WealthIQ01:08 – From robo-advisors to cross-border planning03:36 – Why clients now show up with "I asked ChatGPT" already in hand04:48 – ChatGPT connecting directly to bank accounts05:57 – How accurate is AI really — and why the question matters more than the answer08:29 – Cross-border planning as a series of "ginormous decisions" AI can't prioritize12:32 – Compliance, client data, and moving carefully on AI16:30 – The hidden cost of DIY cross-border tax planning17:38 – How to use ChatGPT to prepare for your first advisor meeting20:07 – "Is my situation complex enough for cross-border planning?"22:20 – Why the most "optimal" AI answer isn't always the right one for you26:06 – The one thing AI can't give you: accountability──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT THE GUEST──────────────────────────────────────────Aditi Kapadia, CFA, CFP® is the founder of WealthIQ, where she serves US-Canada cross-border families. A Canadian living in the US, she previously built a robo-advisory investment product and is known as one of the most AI-forward voices in cross-border financial planning today.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT YOUR HOST──────────────────────────────────────────Arielle Tucker, CFP® & IRS Enrolled Agent, is a cross-border financial planner based in Switzerland helping Americans living abroad navigate U.S. taxes, international investments, and cross-border financial planning.──────────────────────────────────────────LOVE THIS EPISODE?──────────────────────────────────────────Follow the show and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, it's the single biggest thing you can do to help other cross-border families find this show.──────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT PASSPORT TO WEALTH™──────────────────────────────────────────Passport To Wealth™ is the platform for current and aspiring US expats. We connect globally mobile Americans with vetted, licensed cross-border financial advisors, tax professionals, and relocation experts who understand the financial and legal complexities of life abroad.STAY CONNECTEDWebsite: https://www.passporttowealth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passporttowealthofficial/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passport-to-wealth/──────────────────────────────────────────This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Individual circumstances vary. Consult a qualified cross-border financial professional before making any financial or tax decisions. Arielle Tucker, CFP® operates as a fiduciary in accordance with applicable professional regulations.Mentioned in this episode:Find your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryPre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkClick here to subscribe to our newsletter

Summer is starting, and many moms in business are about to go silent on social media and emails for the next two months.Then September comes, and suddenly it’s scramble time. You’re trying to get back on top of things, remember where the heck you left off, and rebuild the visibility you lost over the summer.Sound familiar?The long break can make us mompreneurs feel like we are failing in two directions at once: guilty when we work, and guilty when we step away from our business. In this episode, I’m sharing how to create your Summer Visibility Minimum so you can slow down without going silent.What I share:Why summer visibility is not a consistency problem, but a rhythm problemHow to decide what pauses, what stays visible, and what support you needWhy repurposing content and building a visibility buffer can help you protect your summer funWhat I hope you take away:You can slow down without going silent. Your business does not need you to post constantly all summer, but it does need enough visibility so people can still remember what you do, what you stand for, and how to take the next step with you. And so that in September, you don’t feel like you’re starting from scratch.💡Dive deeper here: www.HeyBossMama.com/029What most mom entrepreneurs want to know:How can mompreneurs stay visible during summer break without burning out?You can stay visible during summer break by creating a Summer Visibility Minimum: a simple plan that focuses on doing enough instead of trying to maintain a full content rhythm. This can include choosing one conversation topic, repurposing existing content, sending occasional emails, and keeping key offers or resources visible while protecting family time and time for yourself.What should I post during summer if I have less time for my business?Instead of trying to post about everything, choose one focused conversation you want your audience to remember. Then repurpose existing content around that theme, such as old posts, emails, podcast episodes, client questions, or freebies. The goal is not to create more content, but to stay memorable with less effort.How do I stop feeling guilty about working less during summer break?Start by accepting that summer has a different rhythm. Your childcare, schedule, energy, and mental load may all change, so your business plan needs to change too. Decide what pauses, what stays visible, when you will be offline, and what support you can ask for. Planning around your actual capacity helps you protect both your business and your summer fun.🍓CONNECT WITH MANOUCHKA Instagram LinkedIn The Mompreneur Space Facebook Group Website👋 WHO AM I?Hey, I'm Manouchka Elefant, a business coach for mompreneurs with 15+ years in marketing and a specialization in positive psychology. After becoming a mom, I quickly realized that building a business with kids in the mix takes more than ambition. It takes clear strategy, honest support, and the kind of accountability that helps you actually follow through.That's what led me to create Hey Boss Mama, a space where we talk honestly about business, motherhood, mindset, and what it really takes to stop doubting and start executing. If you're into real talk, smarter marketing, and support that helps you keep moving forward, hit follow for the latest Hey Boss Mama episodes.I'm based in Switzerland, coaching mompreneurs everywhere English is spoken.00:00 Why summer break visibility feels so hard for mompreneurs06:05 Create your summer visibility minimum09:34 Plan around your summer rhythm12:48 Ask for support and choose what to pause16:28 Repurpose content and build a visibility buffer21:12 Protect summer fun and refuse the guiltMentioned in this episode:🚨 Stop collecting ideas. Start showing upCringe to Confident: 5 Days to Stop Hiding and Start Showing Up, will help you stop doubting yourself, clarify your message, and build visible momentum so the right people can actually understand your value.🔥 Cringe to Confident: 5 Days Early Bird Discover More Great Podcasts at SwissCast.NetworkThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you. Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country. Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.SwissCast Network Website

You don’t have to be a “podcast person” to start a podcast. In this episode, Linda shares the behind-the-scenes truth of Season 1 and the simple system that helped them ship ten episodes, even with perfectionism in the room.What You'll Learn:The Hook: Why “I don’t even listen to podcasts” can still be the start of a podcast.Reality Check: The honest constraints: no commute, no headphones, and a brain that needs quiet to think.The Shift: The moment it clicked that voice carries nuance text can’t, and support makes the hard parts doable.The Move: A repeatable structure that makes short episodes easier to create:Reality CheckThe ShiftThe MovePlus a practical recording workflow: draft → read out loud → tweak → reduce to keywords → record (standing up, hands included).The Wrap: Done is uncomfortable, but it’s the only path to getting better and building something real.Key Takeaway: A simple structure and a little support can carry you past perfectionism and into publishing.Connect with Linda on LinkedInSend Linda a VoicemailThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Discover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

Got 10 Minutes?This one wasn't planned. Megan and Danna were just... talking. About uncomfortable bras. And overstimulation. And naps. And somehow it turned into one of the most relatable 10 minutes they've recorded. Turns out an ill-fitting bra on a walk can tell you a lot about your nervous system — and a 40-minute lie-down might be the most underrated health tool you're not using.What You'll Learn:The three types of overstimulation (spoiler: your bra might be one of them)Why ADHD and sensory sensitivity are more connected than most people realiseHow burnout can turn up your sensory volume — and why that's not in your headMegan's case for napping as a full system reboot (ctrl+alt+delete for your brain)How to actually nap if you're someone who "can't nap" — Danna is skeptical, Megan has a planDanna wakes up a raging bitch from naps. Megan is evangelical about them. Neither of them is wrong.Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 - Welcome and Setup00:21 - Bras and Sensory Overload02:21 - ADHD Spectrum and Burnout04:00 - Naps as a Brain Reboot05:53 - How to Train Power NapsMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Challenges and Opportunities in Transforming Healthcare Delivery.In this first episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande reconnects with Hal Wolf, the President and CEO of HIMSS.HIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) is a non-profit organization with a strong commitment to advancing global health through technology, supporting the transformation of the health ecosystem and fostering health equity.In this conversation, Hal and Claire talk about the important role of information in modern healthcare technology, addressing workforce shortages through digital health innovations, and learning beyond borders to integrate global perspectives on healthcare.Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.LINKS:Learn more about HIMSS activities and events at himss.orgFollow HIMSS on their social media channels: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTokFollow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDINFollow us: LinkedInConnect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our newsTell us what you think: write a reviewCHAPTERS:00:19 - Introduction to HIMSS Europe 2026 Special Series02:41 - The Role of Information in Healthcare Technology11:11 - Global Perspectives in Healthcare Innovation15:49 - Challenges and Innovations in Healthcare21:20 - The Transformation of Health Monitoring through Digital Tools24:13 - The Role of AI in HealthcareMentioned in this episode:Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Season 4 of Passport To Wealth™ is here, and it's picking up right where the conversation matters most: what actually happens to your money, your family, and your identity once your life crosses a border.Host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA is a certified financial planner, IRS enrolled agent, and fellow US expat living in Switzerland. In this short kickoff episode, she previews everything coming this season.What's ahead in Season 4:US Social Security for expats: what you need to know before and after you leaveCurrency exchange and currency risk for globally mobile familiesThe promise and the limits of AI when it comes to answering complex cross-border tax, legal, and immigration questionsCross-border planning in SingaporeBuilding a family life in ColombiaCaring for aging parents who live on a different continentPractical tax and financial planning guidance for anyone who is already abroad, planning a move, or just trying to understand what life outside the US could look likeThis season also marks a major milestone. Arielle's new book, The Expat Money Playbook, is now available for pre-order through Wiley. It's a practical roadmap for Americans navigating the financial, tax, and lifestyle decisions that come with moving abroad, full of checklists and frameworks to make the process less overwhelming.The goal of Passport To Wealth™ has never been just to help you move abroad. It's to help you build wealth and a life that actually aligns with your values, wherever in the world that life happens to be.Whether you're dreaming about leaving, already living overseas, raising a family abroad, planning for retirement, or just trying to make sense of the cross-border rules that follow Americans everywhere, this season is for you.Subscribe to Passport to Wealth wherever you listen to podcasts.Watch the full video conversations on YouTube.Pre-order The Expat Money Playbook at passporttowealth.com.Mentioned in this episode:Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Most tech founders treat pricing as a late-stage decision. Adriana Daragon of GTM Advantage explains why that's a costly habit — and what happens to trust when you discount to close. A sharp conversation about commercial thinking, go-to-market strategy, and the pricing signals founders consistently misread.Reach out to Adrijana: https://gtmadvantage.ch/Mentioned in this episode:The Pricing Lady is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Money. Just the word made Danna's face look like she'd been slapped with a cold, wet, rotten fish.In this episode, we sit down with Arielle Tucker —certified financial planner, IRS enrolled agent, and fellow expat—to talk about the thing nobody wants to talk about: how financial stress is wrecking your health, and what to actually do about it.Whether you're avoiding logging into your bank account, drowning in tax complexity as an American abroad, or just hoping retirement will somehow sort itself out—this one's for you.What You'll Learn:The top three money tasks people avoid (and why looking at your bank account feels physically threatening)Why financial safety isn't just a number—it's a feeling, and you need bothHow to figure out your cash flow and give every dollar a jobWhat a proper emergency fund actually looks like in Switzerland vs. the USHow to talk to aging parents about estate planning without it getting weirdThe inheritance tax trap expats living in Europe don't see comingWhat Arielle would tell every 22-year-old (and it's not "buy crypto")Real Talk Moments: Danna opens up about growing up broke, then suddenly rich, with zero money education in between—and why that's haunted her ever since. Megan shares her dad's farm bankruptcy story and the gut punch of watching everything get auctioned off. And mid-episode, Danna officially retreats to the corner in tears when Arielle starts talking lake houses and $14 million inheritance thresholds.Arielle's Parting Wisdom: "Progress over perfection. Just get started."Connect with Arielle Tucker: Passport to Wealth (fellow SwissCast Network show—go check it out!)Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Money Anxiety and Relief01:29 Hosts Get Real About Money05:30 Top Money Tasks We Avoid12:51 Financial Safety and Runway26:40 Family Planning and Getting StartedMentioned in this episode:Ready to hit reset without the boring juice-only drama? The Urban Cleanse is calling your name — come see what it's all about!Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health CoachSo Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Thought you were building a team, but it still feels like everything depends on you? In this episode, Linda breaks down what actually has to change for your business to run without you and gives you a practical 90-day roadmap to make it real.Link to Operational AssessmentFree Scoping Session with LindaWhat You'll Learn:The Hook: The real question isn’t “can you take a vacation?” It’s “would the business still function if you had to disappear for two weeks with no warning?”Reality Check: A founder’s sudden family emergency revealed the hidden problem: the team wasn’t incompetent, they just didn’t have clarity on decisions, priorities, or what “good” looked like.The Shift: A business that runs without you is built on three foundations: documentation, empowered people, and an operational rhythm that maintains itself.The Move: A simple 90-day roadmap to build a business that doesn’t bottleneck at you:Month 1: Get it out of your head (brain dump + document one core process that the team actually uses)Month 2: Build the rhythm (weekly alignment meeting + issues list + five-number scorecard)Month 3: Transfer and test (delegate with clear success/decision/check-ins, then take 3 days fully off and fix what breaks)The Wrap: Frameworks don’t run businesses. Implemented systems do. Pick the one operational problem that would free up the most time and energy and start there.Key Takeaway: If your business can’t run without you, it can’t scale and it can’t give you the freedom you started it for.Ready to build systems that set you free? Connect with Linda on LinkedIn for more leadership tools and insights.Mentioned in this EpisodeEp. 4 Your Team Can't Read Your MindEp. 5 Stop Measuring EverythingEp. 7 The Meeting That Saves Me 10 Hours A WeekThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Discover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

Pricing when clients are struggling usually triggers the same instinct: lower your price. But that's often not the real question, and it's not always the right move. I look at what's being asked, what dropping your price costs you, and why holding steady isn't as unfair as it feels.Mentioned in this episode:The Pricing Lady is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Session 5: Beyond the PlateThe food logging? Still not happening. But here's the thing—Joanna's body has figured itself out anyway. She naturally stops eating by seven, doesn't want anything but coffee until ten or eleven, and the three o'clock slump that used to flatten her? Gone. Now five o'clock rolls around and she's surprised the day is already over.So this session, she's ready to talk about something new: movement.Danna breaks down the basics—strength training matters more than cardio, especially for women as they age. Muscle protects bones, supports metabolism, and keeps everything working. But it doesn't have to mean a gym or dumbbells (which her kids would immediately claim as toys anyway).Joanna already knows what works for her: Pilates. It's the thing that made her chronic back pain disappear. She just needs to find a class and commit.The goal? Research studios. Find a time that sticks. Show up.This is session five of Joanna's health journey.If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.Listen to all the coaching sessionsIf you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.Listen to all the post session debriefsGet in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeMentioned in this episode:Detox doesn't have to be a punishmentPeek behind the curtain and discover what the Urban Cleanse can do for you.Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health CoachListen to the Whole Coaching SeriesCoaching Series - Joanna's PlaylistSo Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkCheck out Becoming a Health CoachWant more? If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes.BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's Playlist

When you’re overwhelmed, hiring sounds like the obvious fix. But if you don’t have clear outcomes and simple processes first, you’re not hiring help, you’re hiring more questions (and more chaos). In this episode, Linda shows you the “pre-hire” work that makes bringing someone on actually reduce your workload.What You'll Learn:The Hook: Hiring doesn’t solve overwhelm; it often turns chaos into expensive chaos.Reality Check: A founder hired three people fast and ended up working more because nothing was defined or documented.The Shift: The real problem isn’t headcount, it’s missing process. Patch the holes before you add more water.The Move: The Pre-Hire Checklist to make hiring actually work:Define the outcome (what “done” looks like)Document the process (simple steps + decision points)Test the process with someone else before you hireThe Wrap: Systems first, then people, if you want your time back.Key Takeaway: If you can’t define success and document the steps, you’re not ready to hire, you’re ready to clarify.Ready to patch the holes before you hire? Visit Connect with Linda on LinkedIn for more leadership tools and insights.Ep. 6 It's not a process if it only works when you do itThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Discover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

Got 10 Minutes?Fermented foods. Leftovers. Avocado. Kombucha. Spinach. All things the wellness world worships — and all things that could be absolutely wrecking you if histamine intolerance is your thing. Danna's been dropping the H-word in episodes for years and Megan finally made her explain herself. Consider this your 10-minute crash course.What You'll Learn:What histamine intolerance actually is (spoiler: it's a bucket, not a blood test)The surprisingly wide range of symptoms — from migraines and skin flushing to period pain and brain fogWhich "healthy" foods are secretly high histamine (Popeye was not okay)Yes, you can test for it in Switzerland — and yes, insurance covers itWhy allergy season and histamine intolerance are more connected than you thinkHow to try a low-histamine approach at home without losing your mindAlso: Megan coined "eye juice and flower sperm." We're putting it on a t-shirt.Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Morning Check In01:00 Why Histamines Matter01:52 What Histamine Intolerance Is03:15 Triggers and Symptoms05:11 Testing and Low Histamine PlanMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Speaking fees are more misunderstood than most speakers realize — and the data proves it. Alex Merry, founder of Mic Drop, shares what 500k£ in speaking engagements revealed about where the money actually is, plus the pricing journey that took him from a £200 program invented on the spot to offers he's confident standing behind.Reach out to AlexGet the Speaking Toolkit: https://alexmerry.com/public-speaking-toolkit/Follow him on LinkedIn:http://linkedin.com/in/mralexmerryMentioned in this episode:The Pricing Lady is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

What needs to change when doing everything yourself stops being sustainable?Arielle Tucker is a certified financial planner and IRS-enrolled agent who helps US expats and globally mobile families with tax and financial planning. In this conversation, we talk about what happens when your business starts working, but everything still depends on your personal capacity.What Arielle shares:Why growth can start to feel heavy when the business depends too much on youHow visibility can create trust, referrals, media opportunities, and new clientsHow contractors, content repurposing, podcasting, and AI can help you build more structure without doing everything yourselfThis stuck with me:Arielle said, “There’s just one me, and that’s not very scalable.” And honestly, that is such a clear business growth moment. If every idea, task, decision, piece of content, and follow-up still lives in your head, your business may be growing, but it is also getting heavier to carry. This episode is a reminder that support does not have to mean a huge team. It can start with one task, one contractor, one system, or one better way of using the tools you already have.More from Arielle Tucker:IG: @passporttowealthofficialwww.connectedfinancialplanning.comwww.passporttowealth.com💡Dive deeper here: www.HeyBossMama.com/028🍓CONNECT WITH MANOUCHKA Instagram LinkedIn The Mompreneur Space Facebook Group Website👋 WHO AM I?Hey, I'm Manouchka Elefant, a business coach for mompreneurs with 15+ years in marketing and a specialization in positive psychology. After becoming a mom, I quickly realized that building a business with kids in the mix takes more than ambition. It takes clear strategy, honest support, and the kind of accountability that helps you actually follow through.That's what led me to create Hey Boss Mama, a space where we talk honestly about business, motherhood, mindset, and what it really takes to stop doubting and start executing. If you're into real talk, smarter marketing, and support that helps you keep moving forward, hit follow for the latest Hey Boss Mama episodes.I'm based in Switzerland, coaching mompreneurs everywhere English is spoken.Mentioned in this episode:Discover More Great Podcasts at SwissCast.NetworkThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you. Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country. Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.SwissCast Network Website📕 Get Arielle's book:Expat Money Playbook

Peptides, Perimenopause & the Wellness Tool Nobody Is Talking About ft. Dr. Mary PinesListener Gina had a question: what's the deal with peptides — the ones that aren't GLP-1s, the ones all over social media? Are they legit or total BS? Danna immediately said: Mary. Dr. Mary Pines is back on SFH for the first time in three years, neck-deep in the peptide scene and ready to spill everything.About Dr. Mary Pines: PhD-level functional medicine practitioner specializing in hormonal and metabolic health for midlife women. She's been working with peptides for nearly a decade and recently folded peptide therapy into her 12-week program Better Beyond 40. She also hosts The Better Beyond Podcast — and yes, Danna was a guest on it. Check out that episode.What You'll Learn:What peptides actually are and how they differ from hormonesThe Cold War origin story of BPC-157 (Soviet super soldiers, no joke)The autoimmune and allergy connection — and the peptide that can calm a haywire immune systemWhether lifestyle alone can boost peptide production naturallyWhy sourcing is the single biggest issue — and what to watch out forThe four peptides worth knowing about as starting pointsWhy peptides are never step one, and what needs to come firstReal Talk Moments: Danna asks if there's a peptide that can kill cortisol. The answer is a compassionate "no — but also maybe." She also opens up about doing everything right and still waking at 4:30am wired and suffering. Turns out Dr. Mary's functional medicine doctor has the same problem. The solidarity was real. Megan, meanwhile, catches Dr. Mary appearing on another podcast and declares full mock-betrayal: "Cheating on me with another podcast."Dr. Mary's Parting Wisdom: "Your body knows what to do with these things. We're really just replacing something that was lost."Connect with Dr. Mary Pines: Everything you need to know about Mary can be found on her website: The Better Beyond 40 ProgramGet in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Peptides Who They’re For04:00 What Peptides Are and Why They Work11:56 Immune Balance GLP-1 and Lifestyle Boosts19:43 Symptoms Labs First22:08 Peptide Sourcing Reality26:02 Top Peptides and WrapMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkReady to hit reset without the boring juice-only drama? The Urban Cleanse is calling your name — come see what it's all about!Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach

Carl Richards is a certified financial planner, the New York Times Sketch Guy, and the author of Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in 101 Simple Sketches. He moved from Utah to New Zealand with his family in a matter of weeks. His wife bought plane tickets ten days after hearing about a friend's available house. Ninety days later, they had moved.This episode covers:How Carl became the New York Times sketch guy (a desperate drawing on a whiteboard)Why showing up and being consistent matters moreHow Carl's wife pulled the rescue cord and moved the family to New ZealandThe detox from US money and work culture that Carl did not see comingMoving teenagers abroad during a senior year of high schoolWhy New Zealanders ask about holidays and weekends, not jobsThe French cafe lesson: you think this is about money. It is about food.The worry list: a blank page. Nothing is helped by worrying.The cognitive load of a simple grocery store in a new countryCarl's daughter's advice: you thought you were going to have an adventure without it being hardWhy Carl would spend his savings again without thinking twiceCarl and host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA discuss why most of what we worry about never happens and why moving abroad does not require a perfect plan.ResourcesRead Carl's latest book Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in 101 Simple SketchesSubscribe to the Passport to Wealth newsletter: passporttowealth.com/contactFind a vetted cross-border advisor: passporttowealth.com/directoryAre you a qualified professional serving US expats? Apply to passporttowealth.com/joinMentioned in this episode:Pre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkFind your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryStay up to date on what's happening globally....Click here to subscribe to our newsletter

Ever notice how the thing that “wasn’t urgent” somehow becomes the thing that blows up your week? In this episode, Linda explains why small problems escalate when they have nowhere to land, and how a simple weekly ritual can keep issues from turning into emergencies.What You'll Learn:The Hook: The real reason issues don’t surface early is usually the system, not the people.Reality Check: A client complaint sat untouched for two weeks because it felt too big for chat but not big enough for a meeting.The Shift: Treat problems like dashboard warning lights, you want the “yellow light” moment, not the “engine’s on fire” moment.The Move: Use an Issues List to catch problems early:Create one shared doc for issues as they arise.Review the top 3 items in your weekly meeting.Keep the review to 10 minutes, just long enough to decide what happens next.The Wrap: A small, consistent container for issues prevents crises and protects focus.Key Takeaway: Give problems a place to go while they’re still small, and they won’t turn into full-blown fires.Ep. 7 The Meeting That Saves Me 10 Hours A WeekReady to prevent small issues from turning into emergencies? Connect with Connect with Linda on LinkedIn for more leadership tools and insights.The SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Ask Linda a QuestionDo you have a question you'd like Linda to answer? Send an email, drop a line on LinkedIn, or send a voicemail. Send Linda a VoicemailDiscover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

Got 10 Minutes? Let's Talk Glycemic IndexDanna wanted to talk about "glucose index." Megan corrected her and then proceeded to geek out for the next 10 minutes—and honestly, it was worth it. If you've ever been confused by the difference between glycemic index and glycemic load, wondered whether carbs are actually the enemy, or just been curious why that afternoon energy crash keeps hitting you like a truck, this one's for you.Megan brings 17 years of diabetes care industry experience to the table, and the two break down what GI actually means, who really needs to pay attention to it, and why eating your bread last (with butter, obviously) is a perfectly valid life strategy.What You'll Learn:The difference between glycemic index and glycemic load—and why it mattersWhy food order and combinations change everythingWho actually needs to think about this (hint: more people than you'd think)What a CGM can reveal that no food app ever willThe visceral fat connection nobody talks about enoughThat's your 10 minutes. Go eat something low-GI. Or don't. But maybe eat the salad first.Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00.0 - Mini Episode Kickoff01:20.5 - Glycemic Index Basics03:40.5 - Food Pairing and Swaps05:16.2 - Glycemic Load Explained08:41.8 - CGM and Belly Fat WrapMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Christian Gulizzi is a cross-border tax advisor licensed in the United States as a CPA, in Germany as a Steuerberater, and in Italy as a Dottore Commercialista. He was born to an Italian and German parent, grew up navigating cross-border complexity, and built his entire academic and professional career around it. He currently lives and works from the Italian Riviera.This episode covers:The biggest misconception Americans have about taxes when moving to EuropeWhy leaving money in US accounts does not protect it from European tax authoritiesThe 183-day rule and why it does not mean what most people thinkHow German residency can begin on day one simply by having a home thereWhy a US LLC provides no protection from the tax authority where you are physically workingItaly's €300,000 foreign flat tax for high net worth individualsThe 7% flat tax for retirees moving to southern Italian towns under 30,000 inhabitantsThe Impatriati regime: up to 90% income exemption for workers and researchersThe Forfettario regime: 5% flat tax for self-employed people earning under €85,000Why German courts have blocked tax incentive regimes as unconstitutionalItaly vs. Germany inheritance tax: €1 million exemption at 4% vs. €400,000 at 19-33%Christian's single most important piece of advice before any move to EuropeWhy pre-immigration planning is critical: fixing mistakes after residency is almost impossibleWe discuss the specific misconceptions that create the most expensive problems for Americans moving abroad, the legal incentive regimes Italy offers that most people never find in time to use, and why the country you choose to move to is itself a financial decision.ResourcesConnect with Christian on LinkedInSubscribe to the Passport to Wealth newsletter: passporttowealth.com/contactFind a vetted cross-border advisor: passporttowealth.com/directoryAre you a qualified professional serving US expats in Europe? Apply to passporttowealth.com/joinMentioned in this episode:Pre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkFind your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryStay up to date on what's happening globally....Click here to subscribe to our newsletter

Most founders anchor to the lowest price in their market. They call it being competitive. It isn't. It's a trap — and it shapes everything from the clients you attract to how hard it is to grow. This episode gets into why.

Chapter 4: When It's Working (Even When It's Not Perfect)Joanna shows up with the best possible news: she feels good. More energy. The afternoon slump that used to start at two and drag on for hours? Now it's maybe fifteen minutes around four—if it happens at all. Fewer carbs, more protein. It's working.The food logging, though? That fell off a bit. The notebook ended up on the other side of the house, and there's still birthday cake in the freezer calling her name. Life happens.So they simplify: sticky notes, or a stoplight system—green, orange, red—to mark how the day went. No perfection required.The next experiment? Intermittent fasting, a few times a week. And one critical rule: never break a fast with carbs. Start with protein. Always.This is session four of Joanna's health journey.If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.Listen to all the coaching sessionsIf you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.Listen to all the post session debriefsGet in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeMentioned in this episode:Check out Becoming a Health CoachWant more? If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes.BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's PlaylistSo Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkReady to hit reset without the boring juice-only drama? The Urban Cleanse is calling your name — come see what it's all about!Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health CoachListen to the Whole Coaching SeriesCoaching Series - Joanna's PlaylistYour body's been dropping hints...Time to listen! Check out the Urban Cleanse and give yourself the refresh you deserve.Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health Coach

Daniel Tostado is a naturalized French citizen, a dual-qualified attorney (US and France), and the founder of Tostado Avocats, an immigration law firm dedicated to helping Americans navigate the French legal system. He moved from San Diego to France in 2010, completed a French master's degree, passed the bar on both sides of the Atlantic, and has since built a practice focused exclusively on French visas, residency permits, and citizenship pathways. He also runs a winter homeless shelter for refugees in Paris.This episode covers:The four main visa categories for Americans moving to France (visitor, student, entrepreneur, and family-based)Why the visitor visa is the most popular route and who it's right forThe legal gray area around remote work for US employers on a French visitor visaHow the Franco-American tax treaty protects American assets including Roth IRAsFrance's healthcare system and how Americans access it from day oneThe entrepreneur visa: what France wants to see in your business planWhy selling your US home after establishing French residency can trigger unexpected capital gainsNaturalization by marriage and the timeline to a 10-year residency cardHow quickly you can realistically get a French visa (spoiler: faster than most countries)We discuss the legal pathways Americans actually use to move to France, the tax and healthcare systems that await them, and the cultural realities of building a life in a country that does not automatically trust the stranger.ResourcesFollow Daniel on Instagram @tostadoavocatsListen to our episode with Céline Flores-TavukcuogluAre you a qualified professional serving US expats in France or Europe? Apply to passporttowealth.com/joinSubscribe to the Passport to Wealth newsletter: passporttowealth.com/contactFind a vetted cross-border advisor: passporttowealth.com/directoryMentioned in this episode:Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast NetworkFind your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryPre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Stay up to date on what's happening globally....Click here to subscribe to our newsletter

Your team is flooding you with messages and “quick syncs,” but somehow you still don’t know what’s actually getting done. In this episode, Linda breaks down the one 30-minute weekly meeting that replaces the chaos with a simple rhythm: everyone sees the same numbers, surfaces the real issues, and leaves with clear priorities.What You'll Learn:The Hook: Why constant Slack pings and endless meetings are usually a symptom of missing one key weekly rhythm.Reality Check: How a growing team can create more interruptions when there’s no predictable place to get aligned.The Shift: Structure creates flow, like traffic lights, not restriction; a weekly cadence makes information move instead of pile up.The Move: The 30-Minute Alignment Meeting (and what to cover, nothing else):Metrics (10 min): Review 5–7 vital numbers so everyone shares the same realityIssues (10 min): Capture blockers in one shared list, then pick the top 3 and decide what happens nextPriorities (10 min): Set 3–5 must-do items for the week, assign owners, confirm deadlinesThe Wrap: One consistent weekly meeting reduces urgent questions, prevents small issues from becoming fires, and gives you hours back.Key Takeaway: Most meetings are filler, but one weekly alignment rhythm can replace ten interruptions.Ready to create more flow (and fewer pings)? Visit Linda van Egmond Website for more leadership tools and insights.The SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Let's Connect on LinkedInFind Linda on LinkedInConnect with Linda on LinkedInDiscover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

Hui-chin Chen, CFP®, is the managing partner of Jade & Cowry and has spent her career working with globally mobile families across Asia-Pacific; including her own, as the spouse of a US diplomat who has lived across multiple countries and tax systems. She is one of a small number of practitioners who understands both the technical US tax obligations that reach across borders and the cultural dynamics that make compliance so difficult to achieve.This episode covers the compliance traps that consistently catch non-US citizens, US-connected individuals, and globally mobile families who never anticipated owing anything to the IRS.In this episodeAccidental Americans and the US tax net - how people become subject to US taxation through birth, the substantial presence test, green card status, or a US spouse, without ever identifying as AmericanPlanned citizenship and generational wealth in Asia - how affluent Asian families deliberately acquire US citizenship for the next generation and why, without comprehensive cross-border planning from the beginning, that decision creates compounding reporting obligations for decadesThe $60,000 US estate tax threshold for non-citizens - why a non-US citizen holding US stocks, real estate, or RSUs from a US employer faces a 40% estate tax above $60,000, how that threshold has never been indexed for inflation, and why almost no Asian countries have estate tax treaties with the USThe non-US spouse filing trap - how a US citizen claiming a non-US spouse as a dependent or filing jointly to reduce tax liability can unknowingly pull that spouse's entire foreign financial picture into the US reporting system, creating obligations the non-US spouse never agreed to and may not know existJoint accounts, family business signatory authority, and FBAR - why common Asian estate planning structures (joint accounts with parents, signatory authority on family businesses) trigger US reporting requirements the account holder never consideredTerritorial tax regimes across Asia-Pacific - how Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, and other territorial systems interact with US citizenship-based taxation, and why holding assets in the US for diversification can create estate tax exposure that offsets the investment benefit entirelyThe four-to-six month pre-move planning window - why cross-border planning needs to begin months before a move, not after arrival, and why a full financial audit including family account involvement is the mandatory starting pointResourcesConnect with Hui-chin on LinkedInAre you a qualified professional serving US expats in France or Europe? Apply to passporttowealth.com/joinSubscribe to the Passport to Wealth newsletter: passporttowealth.com/contactFind a vetted cross-border advisor: passporttowealth.com/directoryMentioned in this episode:Stay up to date on what's happening globally....Click here to subscribe to our newsletterPre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Find your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryPassport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

What does it actually cost — financially and logistically — to move to Italy as a US expat and raise a family there? In this episode of Passport to Wealth, financial planner Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Danielle Shumway, founder of Ciao Family Travel, to break down the real numbers: Italy's Rientro dei Cervelli tax incentive, US expat tax obligations, Italian healthcare and schools, and the $25K mistake that comes from not filing US tax returns abroad.Danielle Shumway moved to Italy in 2015 with her Italian husband, an 18-month-old, and a four-month-old. The original plan was five years: take advantage of Italy's Rientro dei Cervelli tax incentive, let the kids grow up bilingual, stay near family, and return to the US. A decade later, she has four children, Italian citizenship, and a family travel business called Ciao Family Travel — and she is still in Italy.In this episode, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Danielle to cover the financial and logistical realities of raising a family in Italy as a US citizen. The conversation covers what the Italian tax incentive actually offers, why Danielle's husband stopped his US citizenship process the month he was set to sign the papers, and what it cost when years of unfiled US tax returns caught up with them.In this episode:Italy's Rientro dei Cervelli tax incentive - how it works, who qualifies, what happens after year five, and why holding three or more children plus a home can reduce your Italian tax rate to near zeroUS citizenship-based taxation and non-US spouses - why Danielle's husband halted his citizenship application, what green card holders face if they hold status outside the US for more than eight years, and the exit tax implications most families do not see comingCorporate relocation as a move-abroad strategy - how an Amazon internal transfer handled immigration, housing, and dual-tax-system support, and why starting with your current employer is one of the lowest-friction paths to living abroadItalian healthcare for pregnancy and birth - monthly blood work, structured prenatal appointments, the epidural decision that must be made four weeks before delivery, and why postpartum recovery felt cold compared to US standardsItalian school system from age three - the Montessori-forward scuola dell'infanzia, government versus private spots, the points-based enrollment system, and what the transition into first grade looks likeThe $25,000 tax compliance mistake - what happens when a US citizen abroad stops filing tax returns, how Danielle found out, what it cost to fix, and why a cross-border CPA is not optionalTraveling 50+ countries with children - the 70/30 outdoor rule, why stress gave Danielle a phantom toothache in the Czech Republic, and how private guides changed how the family travelsResourcesFollow Danielle on Instagram @ciaofamilytravelAre you a qualified professional serving US expats in France or Europe? Apply to passporttowealth.com/joinSubscribe to the Passport to Wealth newsletter: passporttowealth.com/contactFind a vetted cross-border advisor: passporttowealth.com/directoryMentioned in this episode:Stay up to date on what's happening globally....Click here to subscribe to our newsletterFind your cross-border expert on the Passport To Wealth™ directoryPre-order "The Expat Money Playbook"Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

You take a day off and everything grinds to a halt, because the “process” is actually just you. In this episode, Linda van Egmond shows you how to turn what’s in your head into a system your team can run without constant check-ins.What You'll Learn:The Hook: Why your phone blows up the moment you step away, and what that reveals about your business.Reality Check: How growth can increase pressure when the critical knowledge lives in one person’s head.The Shift: A process doesn’t have to be complicated, it just has to make the work repeatable without you.The Move: The Dependency Audit to start removing you as the bottleneck:Make two columns: “Things only I can do” vs. “Things only I do (but others could do)”Pick 3 items from the second column to eliminate firstDocument each one: trigger, outcome, steps, owner, decision pointsHand it off, coach once, then let it run at 80% (and maybe better)The Wrap: Start with three processes, hand them off, and watch your time come back bit by bit.Key Takeaway: If it only works when you do it, it’s not a process, it’s a problem you can fix.Ready to get your time back? Visit Linda van Egmond Website for more leadership tools and insights.Ep. 5 Stop Measuring EverythingThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Let's Connect on LinkedInFind Linda on LinkedInConnect with Linda on LinkedInDiscover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

Got 10 Minutes?Megan's gutting her kitchen for a renovation, so naturally we're talking gadgets. Which ones do we actually use? Which ones are collecting dust? And which one did Megan love so much she broke it with her bare hands?Danna's ride-or-die is the food processor. There have been times it broke and she told her family: we're not eating that tonight. I am not grating. Megan's obsessed with her air fryer—frozen chicken to dinner in under 20 minutes. Danna fires back with the Instant Pot, which she's convinced is basically Rosie from the Jetsons.Then there's the citrus juicer debate, a fork-based life hack, and a garlic press disagreement that may never be resolved.That's your 10 minutes.Get in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

During a recent keynote with coaches, someone wrote in the chat: "There are so many coaches now, I don't think we can charge what we used to."It's a question a lot of coaches are asking themselves. But lowering your prices isn't a neutral move. It changes the clients you attract, the work you do day to day and how many people you need to hit the same revenue goals.Before you drop your prices, it's worth understanding what a saturated market does to pricing — because it's not what most coaches assume.Mentioned in this episode:The Pricing Lady is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Session 3: When the Data Finally SpeaksJoanna arrives fresh off her birthday weekend—cake eaten, no regrets. But she's also carrying something new: proof.Through a work project, she spent ten days wearing a continuous glucose monitor. For someone with a scientist's brain who's always wanted to see the data, this was gold. And what she discovered confirmed everything they'd been working on: that innocent afternoon snack—a few grapes, a plum—was sending her glucose through the roof and keeping it there until dinner.But here's the bigger win: when she started lunch with protein and vegetables, she didn't crave a snack at all. The data matched the feeling. The advice was landing.She's also been cooking from Danna's recipe booklet—peanut butter curry with lime, quinoa chili—and the whole family loved them. Small victories that add up.The plan going forward? Keep the food log going, swap pasta for zucchini noodles or hearts of palm, and keep building meals around protein, veggies, and healthy fats. Oh, and the popcorn question? Unfortunately, anything popped spikes glucose fast. Some truths hurt.This is session three of Joanna's health journey.If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.Listen to all the coaching sessionsIf you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.Listen to all the post session debriefsGet in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeMentioned in this episode:Book your free discovery call!Think of it as a coffee date, minus the awkward small talk. Book your free discovery call at organilicious.ch!Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health CoachListen to the Whole Coaching SeriesCoaching Series - Joanna's PlaylistCheck out Becoming a Health CoachWant more? If you're curious about the coaching strategies being used in each session, head over to our other podcast, Becoming a Health Coach. Megan and Danna debrief after each session and break down what's happening behind the scenes.BHC Coaching Series - Joanna's PlaylistSo Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

If you’ve ever thought, “Something has to change, but I can’t just burn it all down,” this episode is for you. When work has been a major factor in stress or burnout, it can feel like the only real option is to quit. Job crafting offers a calmer, more practical alternative: small, intentional adjustments that make your day-to-day work fit your energy, values, strengths, and limits.You’ll learn what job crafting is (and isn’t), why it can be especially helpful for a sustainable return to work, and how to start with low-risk experiments instead of big overhauls. We’ll walk through real-world examples and a simple “job crafting audit” you can use to identify what drains you, what restores you, and what you can realistically reshape.In this episode, you will learnWhat job crafting means (and what it does not mean)The 3 types of job crafting: task, relational, and cognitiveWhy agency and control matter so much in burnout prevention and recoveryHow to run a quick job crafting audit to spot drains vs. energizersHow to design small, time-bound experiments that reduce strainHow to talk to your manager using observations, trials, and outcomesConversation highlights00:00 The “something has to change” moment (and why quitting isn’t the only option)01:18 Job crafting, defined: reshaping your work without changing your title02:43 Why job crafting helps after burnout: demands, control, meaning, recovery space03:36 Story: Maya (project manager) and how small structural changes reduce overload05:22 Story: Alex (customer-facing role) and pacing without lowering standards06:31 Job Crafting as Prevention and Recovery07:05 Where to Begin Job Crafting09:50 Talking to your manager: shared goals, observations, experiments, outcomes13:55 The close: reclaiming agency, thoughtfully and sustainablyListener reflectionWhat’s one small change you could test over the next two weeks that would reduce strain without compromising what matters most in your role?Continue the Conversation: You’re not alone in this. These episodes explore the same themes from a few helpful angles:Should I stay or Should I go? Episode 7Post Burnout Self-Care Episode 11Back After Burnout is produced by the SwissCast Network, the only podcast network with podcasts produced in, for, or about English-speaking Switzerland.Back After Burnout is for education and inspiration only and does not constitute medical, mental-health, legal, or employment advice. Every burnout journey is unique—always consult qualified healthcare and workplace professionals before acting on anything you hear. Resources shared are tools Karina has personally found helpful; they may not suit every listener. Use what serves you and leave the rest.Mentioned in this episode:Back After Burnout is a proud member and a production of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Thought more metrics would make things clearer, but you feel even more stuck? In this episode, Linda breaks down why tracking everything leads to overwhelm and inaction, and how to choose the handful of numbers that actually change your results.What You'll Learn:The Hook: More dashboards do not mean more clarity when you do not know what to do next.Reality Check: Tracking everything can paralyze you, but tracking nothing leaves you blind until it is too late.The Shift: Lead indicators predict results and are the only numbers you can directly influence.The Move: The Lead vs. Lag Test to simplify what you track:Know the difference: lag indicators (results) vs lead indicators (actions).Choose your lead indicators by asking what consistent actions create the outcome you want.Pick 2 lead indicators for the month, then check them weekly: did you do the thing, yes or no?The Wrap: You cannot control outcomes directly, but you can control actions and actions create results.Key Takeaway: Stop measuring everything and start measuring what moves by tracking the actions that drive your results.Ready to make it easier? Visit https://www.lindavanegmond.com/ and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.The SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country.Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.Mentioned in this episode:Discover More Shows at SwissCast.NetworkSwissCast Network

In this So Frickin’ Mini, Megan and Danna keep it simple: a quick, honest chat about why meditation can feel impossible (especially if you think you’re “supposed to think about nothing”), followed by a 10-minute guided practice from Gretchen Larsen. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s training your body back into rest and digest, one breath at a time.Gretchen’s Breath and Heartful Awareness meditation invites you to settle into a comfortable position, use your breath as an anchor, and gently bring attention to the heart. Whatever shows up—thoughts, feelings, sensations—you won’t be asked to fix it, judge it, or push it away. You’ll simply notice, breathe with it, and (when you’re ready) let it go. You’ll leave with an option for what comes next: a small journal note, and one gentle action to tend to whatever arose.What You'll Learn:How to meditate without “clearing your mind”—by noticing thoughts and letting them pass, lovinglyA simple way to meet emotions in the body (especially in the heart) without struggling, solving, or spiritual bypassingReal Talk Moments: If you’ve never meditated before, 10 minutes can feel like an eternity—and that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. Just listening, breathing, and staying for what you can is enough.Speaker's Parting Wisdom: After the meditation, take a moment to write down what came up, and choose one gentle action—comfort yourself if it was painful, or reach out to a trusted person if it felt like a question you don’t want to carry alone.Connect with Speaker: Gretchen LarsenListen to our full interview with Gretchen on Becoming a Health CoachGet in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Danna & Megan Introduction to Meditation03:12 Gretchen Larsen's Breath and Heartful Awareness MeditationMentioned in this episode:So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

Controversial but… What if the goal isn’t to fit your business into motherhood, but to build your business around the life you really want?Maryia Ramanava helps women simplify their marketing and build visibility in a way that fits their reality, and in this episode we talk about flexible business models, consistency without pressure, and what it looks like to grow a business around motherhood instead of against it.What Maryia shares:How she stopped forcing one fixed business model and built one that could move with motherhood insteadWhy building with little kids has to feel like self-expression and sanity-saving support, not just another jobHow she stays visible through flexible offers, reusable ideas, and a business foundation strong enough to hold up even when life gets messyThis stuck with me:When Maryia says that perfect is just another word for fear. That is such a sharp reminder for mompreneurs because so much procrastination hides behind “I’m still working on it.” Sometimes the most powerful move is to set the timer, publish the imperfect thing, and let the market tell you what needs tweaking.More from Maryia Ramanava:IG @nomakeupmarketingwww.ramanava.com💡Dive deeper here: www.HeyBossMama.com/027 🍓CONNECT WITH MANOUCHKA Instagram LinkedIn The Mompreneur Space Facebook Group Website👋 WHO AM I?Hey, I'm Manouchka Elefant, a business coach for mompreneurs with 15+ years in marketing and a specialization in positive psychology. After becoming a mom, I quickly realized that building a business with kids in the mix takes more than ambition. It takes clear strategy, honest support, and the kind of accountability that helps you actually follow through.That's what led me to create Hey Boss Mama, a space where we talk honestly about business, motherhood, mindset, and what it really takes to stop doubting and start executing. If you're into real talk, smarter marketing, and support that helps you keep moving forward, hit follow for the latest Hey Boss Mama episodes.I'm based in Switzerland, coaching mompreneurs everywhere English is spoken.Mentioned in this episode:Discover More Great Podcasts at SwissCast.NetworkThe SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you. Our mission is simple: to create a space where Swiss life and English voices connect, bringing you meaningful conversations, expert insights, and compelling stories from all over the country. Our podcast shows are made by, for, or in Switzerland and range from Health, Business, Career, Travel, and more.SwissCast Network Website🚨 Why should the men get all the fun?If you’re tired of watching other people show up boldly while you keep putting visibility off, Cringe to Confident: 5 Days to Stop Hiding and Start Showing Up will help you clarify your message and start showing up in a way that feels real, clear, and doable.🔥 Cringe to Confident: 5 Days Early Bird Work with MaryiaJoin me inside Maryia’s No Makeup Marketing Club. It’s a valuable space for fresh ideas, smart feedback, and sustainable marketing support. As a special offer for the Hey Boss Mama community, you can get €100 off when you join through my link. PS: this is an affiliate link. You’ll get €100 off, and I may earn a commission if you join, at no extra cost to you.

Preventing scope creep isn’t about controlling your clients—it starts with how you structure your work. Most scope creep is created long before a client ever says yes, and if left unchecked, it quietly erodes your pricing power.In this episode, I break down the three moments where scope creep actually begins: your offer design, your contract, and how you respond when boundaries are tested. Because the real fix isn’t raising your prices—it’s tightening the structure around how you work.Mentioned in this episode:The Pricing Lady is a proud member of the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network

What Ancient Chinese Medicine Knows About Your Hormones (That Your Doctor Doesn't)Danna's been seeing Alex for years—and now we finally got him on the show. Alex Bechinger is a fully licensed TCM practitioner with 30 years of experience, a nursing background, training in craniosacral therapy and functional medicine, and a family legacy of healers. Today we're digging into what Traditional Chinese Medicine actually is (spoiler: it's way more than needles and cupping), why Western medicine keeps missing the mark on women's health, and what ancient China understood about your cycle that modern doctors still haven't figured out.This conversation went places we didn't expect. We talked about why healing only happens in the present moment, why your symptoms might be a sign you're "homesick" from your own body, and how something as simple as keeping your feet warm can impact your hormones. Alex explains how pulse diagnosis works—connecting not just to your organs, but to your spirit—and why the extra two minutes a doctor won't give you might be exactly what's keeping you sick. If you've ever felt dismissed, over-medicated, or like nobody's actually listening, this one's for you.What You'll Learn:What TCM actually is—and why it's more than acupuncture and cuppingHow meridians and chi work (explained for skeptics)Why stress is the root cause of most symptoms—and how emotions live in the bodyWhat Alex sees when women come in struggling with fertility, painful periods, or perimenopauseHow pulse diagnosis connects to your spirit, not just your organsWhy cold salads and cold feet could be messing with your hormonesThe lifestyle shifts TCM has known about for thousands of years that modern medicine is just catching up toReal Talk Moments:Danna shares how many times she's gone to the doctor for one thing and been handed medication for something else entirely—without anyone even asking about her life. Alex admits that even he struggles with impatience. And we all agree: the expectation of a magic pill is keeping people stuck.Alex's Parting Wisdom:"What women in ancient China understood is that everything has an impact. Keep yourself warm. Eat well. Stop eating cold salads. Keep your feet warm—that's where the kidney meridian starts. Hot foot baths. Stable glucose means stable hormones. And self-love? That's medicine. Eating well is an act of self-love. Love heals."Get to know Alex:https://bit.ly/alexbechingerGet in touch!Check out the So Frickin' Healthy WebsiteLeave us a VoicemailJoin the So Frickin' Healthy CommunityWatch us on YouTubeConnect with us on SubstackK, love you, byeeeeeChapters:00:00 Introduction and Guest Background02:22 What is TCM?07:21 TCM and Women's Health10:34 Holistic Approach to Health16:56 Combining Western and Eastern Medicine32:33 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsMentioned in this episode:Big ideas start with small conversationsGrab a slot, let's talk, no pressure — just good vibes.Organilicious - Danna, Functional Medicine Health CoachCome See Our Faces - Live Every WednesdayThat's right! Danna and Megan are LIVE and unfiltered every Wednesday morning, 10:00 CET. Come join us on YouTube or Substack - we want to connect with you, beautiful listener! Can't watch us live - the videos will be available about an hour after the live ends. Drop us a comment, leave your thoughts, tell us who you want us to interview next.So Frickin' Healthy is a proud member of and produced by the SwissCast NetworkDiscover more great podcasts for English-speaking SwitzerlandSwissCast Network