The Remote Life

In this episode, our host Han Talbot shares why this will be our final episode of the show and where you can find us moving forward.It has been a pleasure to chat with you for nearly five years and we hope you'll join us for the next chapter over on The Remote Creatives. Thank you so much for listening, and we hope to remote work with you again soon!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Mine Dedekoca.Based in Istanbul, Mine is the Founder and Chief Happiness Officer of Happy Work Studio, and played a key role in the creation of Türkiye’s Digital Nomad Festival. In this episode, we talk about what remote work and culture mean beyond location, the rise of solopreneurship and what it means to create a career that is aligned for you.So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Annika Räihä!Originally from Finland, Annika is a seasoned remote creative, founder of Sunday Brunch Company, and cofounder of Viisi Agency.In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to dismantle a traditional career and rebuild it remotely, the mindset shift from freelancing to intentional business ownership, and how slowing down and building community can lead to deeper work and more meaningful freedom.So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Spencer VanDerStarren!Originally from Canada, Spencer is the creative behind Take Your Seat, where his iconic director's chair appears in breathtaking locations from Hong Kong mountaintops to Mediterranean shores.In this episode, we dive into the creative process behind his signature concept, the untold challenges of building a creative business on the road, and what mindful content creation means in today's world.So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

A grounded, honest conversation about the evolution of remote work and digital nomadism.Why more people are stepping back, why the lifestyle is often a chapter (not a forever identity), and why 2026 needs a big rebrand of what “remote life” actually looks like.

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Darcy Alexander!Originally from the UK, Darcy is a health journalist who is now enjoying life in Barbados thanks to the Welcome Stamp Visa.In this episode, we talk about Darcy’s experience of the Welcome Stamp Visa process as well as island life and some practical considerations when making the leap.So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Kaylee Swiergosz!Originally from Toronto, Canada, Kaylee is a personal trainer who is now enjoying life in Barbados thanks to the Welcome Stamp Visa.In this episode, we talk about Kaylee’s experience of the Welcome Stamp Visa process as well as island life and some practical considerations when making the leap.So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Janella Shirley!An attorney and candle creator, she moved from the US and is now enjoying life in Barbados thanks to the Welcome Stamp Visa.In this episode, we talk about Janella’s experience of the Welcome Stamp Visa process as well as island life and some practical considerations when making the leap.So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with KC Caldwell! Originally from the US, and now living in Barbados thanks to the Welcome Stamp Visa, she is Founder of KC The Counselor and host of the Millennial Therapist Abroad Podcast. In this episode, we talk about KC’s experience of the Welcome Stamp Visa process as well as island life and some practical considerations when making the leap. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome to a special series of interviews on The Remote Life Podcast featuring remote workers and business owners who are living longer term in Barbados. A special thanks to Barbados Tourism for having us and for introducing us to island life and its inspiring community! Stay tuned for the full interviews, and if you'd like to watch the full videos, you can do so on YouTube.

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Audrey Scott! Originally from the US, Audrey is the co-founder of Uncornered Market. A tourism and marketing consultancy that helps destinations and travel companies develop sustainable products and connect travellers to meaningful experiences. In this episode, we dive into what sustainable travel really means in action, surprising sustainability practices that can be game-changers, and how to apply these principles to content creation and personal branding. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Alessia and Toti! Originally from Italy and now UK-based, Alessia and Toti are the slowmads behind Passportandstamps.com: a travel platform built around authentic experiences spanning five years and 45+ countries. In this episode, we dive into building sustainable content businesses, why they choose experiences over destinations, and the importance of maintaining authenticity in an oversaturated industry. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Flor Dos Reis! Originally from Argentina and now based in the Algarve, Flor is a community builder and consultant who founded LOFT Community: a growing network connecting remote professionals across Portugal. In this episode, we dive into building sustainable remote work communities, why the Algarve offers a different pace for remote professionals, and the importance of designing your life authentically. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Simone Franke! Currently based in Lisbon, Simone, also known as Nina Simone, is a German-born entrepreneur and passionate ‘people builder’. She is the founder of Pappus Agency and co-founder of SheSapiens, a global network empowering female founders. In this episode, we talk about the importance of creating safe spaces in business, how cultural nuances impact remote work experiences, and addressing overlooked challenges like burnout and loneliness in the remote work landscape. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Lily Szabo! Only occasionally nomadic, but always a Chiang Mai hype-girl, Lily is a mom-preneur who gets geeky about the lifestyle and global changes unlocked by remote work. In this episode, we talk about how the term digital nomad has developed, the DTV programme and how Chiang Mai has evolved into a remote work hub. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! After a bit of a pause from posting, we're returning to the airwaves. Starting with a quick interlude episode from our host, Han Talbot, about: The not-so-sexy realities of remote work Identity shifts when embracing this lifestyle Thoughtful destination selection beyond trending hotspots Why returning "home" isn't failing What's next for The Remote Life So grab a coffee, a tea or something stronger, and let's get started!

Is the digital nomad lifestyle really all it's cracked up to be? In this episode, Han Talbot (Host of The Remote Life Podcast) shares why she's stepping away from digital nomadism for herself after over a decade being on-off remote. Whether you're considering becoming a digital nomad or questioning if it's right for you, this episode Han talks about designing a remote lifestyle that works for you. Grab a coffee, a tea or something stronger and let's get started.

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today in collaboration with Native Teams, we’ll be chatting with Skerdi Sino! Based in Tirana, Skerdi is Vice President of Demand Generation at Native Teams: a global payment solution for freelancers, remote workers, and international businesses. In this episode, we talk about balancing business and travel responsibilities as well as the Native Teams product and the services they offer to support digital nomads and remote workers in managing their finances and employment arrangements. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Hannah Dixon! Currently based in Mexico, Hannah is a Virtual Assistant & Freelancer Business Coach, Recruiter, and the Founder of Digital Nomad Kit, one of the largest and longest-running VA training platforms, as well as Rainbow Remote, a community aimed at elevating LGBTQIA+ remote professionals. In this episode, we talk about Digital Nomad Kit and who it is for, creating a remote lifestyle that works for you and some things people may not know about the remote and freelance lifestyle. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Rebecca Hawkes! Originally from the UK, Rebecca is a Confidence & Life Coach as well as the host of The Confidence Show Podcast. She supports her clients in creating more self confidence, empowering them to follow their desires, and helping them to become fearless in all that they do so they can live the life they truly desire. In this episode, we talk about building a lifestyle and business that works for you, having the freedom to tweak your business over time and the empowerment that a remote business can provide in our day to day. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Maris Kohv! For the past 6 years, as Founder (and CEO) of MINOMA, Maris has been crafting transformative experiences for conscious entrepreneurs and mindful nomads. In this episode, we talk about MINOMA and who it is for, the power of in-person events for remote workers and some tips for finding more mindfulness in your own remote life. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Marie Tuason! Originally from the Philippines, Marie is the founder and CEO of digital marketing agency Adrenaline Agency, as well as the founder of Kaya Connections: a retreats and coliving programme helping nomads build lasting connections through harmonious experiences. In this episode, we talk about mindful travel, how remote lifers can incorporate mindfulness into their own travels and things people may be surprised to know about the Philippines. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be welcoming back Nienke Nina Keizer! Now based in Austria, Nienke Nina is a Marketing Strategist, Digital Storyteller & Podcaster. She founded Aligned Expressions which is her personal mission and way to help people and companies to show up online with confidence and ease. In this episode, we talk about finding alignment with your marketing for your business, the impact of accountability conversations and spaces for entrepreneurship and some of the things people may not know about different platforms in 2024. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World! And in this special edition, I'll be talking through The Remote Life journey so far and my thoughts on starting a podcast. So grab a coffee, a tea or something stronger, and welcome to the 50th episode of The Remote Life Podcast!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Sergio Sala! While Sergio has been a digital nomad for ten years, he has spent the last five years producing city guides specifically for digital nomads and uploading his experiences to YouTube. In this episode, we talk about a typical day in Sergio’s life including how he plans content, as well as things to know about digital nomad tourism and content creation. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Alex Trembath! Originally from the UK, Alex and his partner Lisa are the founders of Career Gappers: which inspires people to blend work and travel through workations, sabbaticals and business trips. In this episode, we talk about living the remote lifestyle from a remote base, their workation process and talking to your manager about taking a workation. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Paul Dow! Originally from the UK, Paul is a Co-Founder and Director of Traverse Events and Founder of In Departures: a crowdsourced platform that provides detailed, authentic, and user-contributed insights about airports across the globe. In this episode, we talk about who In Departures is for, the development of digital nomad needs and lifestyle as well as Paul’s favourite locations and carry on must haves. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Gonçalo Hall! Originally from Portugal, Gonçalo is the President of the Digital Nomad Association Portugal and CEO of NomadX, a global platform for digital nomads. In this episode, we talk about digital nomad tourism and events, what brands need to know about digital nomad communities, as well as Gonçalo’s goal to create 50 communities around the globe. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Maya Middlemiss! Based in Spain, Maya is host of the Future is Freelance Podcast as well as the Founder of Remote Work Europe, a space that enables people to choose where they want to live, and contribute to their local communities on their own terms. In this episode, we talk about who Remote Work Europe is for, as well as things people need to know about digital nomads and common misconceptions, plus we dive into ways that creative business owners can optimise AI. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be joined by three entrepreneurs for a special edition roundtable about the future of accommodation. Our guests are Kate Shifman, from AOMA Coliving, Jonah Wolf from Noad Exchange and we’ll also be welcoming back previous guest Chris Cerra from Remotebase. In this episode, we talk about accommodation trends and demands, as well as things that people overlook in remote work compliance and future predictions for the industry. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Cyd Converse! Based in the US, Cyd is Managing Editor of the Mediavine recipe site, Food Fanatic, and the Founder of The Sweetest Occasion, which she began in 2008. In this episode, we talk about Mediavine and some best practices, things people may not know about content creation and the process of building a content creation business. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Sophie Bailey! Originally from the UK, Sophie is Co-Founder and CEO of WorkTripp, a company that produces team off-sites that build connection, culture and creativity. In this episode, we talk about off-sites and what leaders need to know about them, as well as the UK remote life industry and how destinations can benefit from off-sites also. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Nini Fritz! Currently based in Bali, Nini is Chief Happiness at Work Officer of The Work Happiness Project as well as a Certified Bucketlist Coach, with a mission to humanize the digital world by connecting everyday people and teams stronger than wifi. In this episode, we talk about The Work Happiness Project, the different things people need to know about a remote vs fixed location team environment as well as creating and completing a bucket list. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Kate McWilliams! Joining LOTUS in 2007 as a founding member, Kate has since worked alongside the all-female leadership team, to grow the company into one of the UK’s leading travel PR and marketing firms. In this episode, we talk about working in travel PR and marketing, the rising interest in digital nomad tourism and advice for both creators and companies and how they can collaborate together successfully. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Darcy Marie Bowles! A Future of Work Thought Leader & Remote Work Experience Designer, Darcy serves as a consultant At Shift With Darcy Marie for startups, that are looking to build profitable, connected and sustainable remote-first cultures. In this episode, we talk about Darcy’s consultation work and why companies might want to consider a leader for remote development, as well as what it means for individuals to remote work and choice to do so. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Michelle Coulson! Originally from the UK, Michelle is the CEO and Founder of Remote Rebellion (RR). Helping people to design their dream lives with more freedom and flexibility, by getting a remote job that they can do from anywhere. In this episode, we talk about remote job coaching and how it can be beneficial in securing a remote job, how Michelle sets up her remote office for the day and things that people may need to know before becoming a digital nomad. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Elodie Ferchaud! Travelling the world with her family, Elodie is Head of Demand Generation at Boundless Life, a company that empowers families to live, work and experience beautiful destinations around the world. In this episode, we talk about Boundless Life and the benefits of travelling as a community for families, as well as Elodie’s advice for balancing remote work and family life and her favourite places to travel. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Nienke Nina Keizer! Originally from the Netherlands, Nienke Nina is a marketing expert and host of the Digital Nomads Daily podcast, which connects different ideas on designing your lifestyle and working remotely. In this episode, we talk about Digital Nomads Daily and Nienke Nina’s purpose for starting a podcast, as well as her advice for people wanting to pitch themselves as guests and tips on being a guest for the first time. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Hannah Brown! Originally from Australia, Hannah is the Head of Content at e-Residency, which offers individuals the freedom to easily start and run a global business in a trusted EU environment. In this episode, we talk about life in Estonia and the digital nomad visa, as well as the e-residency process and how other countries could learn from Estonia’s infrastructures. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Mita Carriman! A self-described Native New Yorker with Caribbean roots, Mita is a digital nomad and CEO of Adventurely, a travel club for digital nomads and remote workers. In this episode, we talk about Adventurely, the benefit of work and travelling as a group and how destinations can benefit from more structured lifestyle tourism. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Yaya and Lloyd from Hand Luggage Only! Based in the UK, Yaya and Lloyd have been creating content for Hand Luggage Only since 2014, sharing their adventures and advice across their blog and social media channels. In this episode, we talk about creating content on the move, including Yaya and Lloyd’s advice for starting a blog or new social media account as well as tools they have in the suitcase for creating content on the road. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Hallie Wiseman! Working remotely from Spokane Valley, Washington, Hallie is Manager of Community at Remote (and Co-Founder of The Everyday Company). In this episode, we talk about the importance of community as a digital nomad and remote worker, things that aren’t talked about as much about life as a digital nomad and some communication advice for companies looking to take their first remote step. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Reneé La Tour! Originally from the US, Reneé is Chief Operations Officer of Dao Financial Solutions and the creator of Ticket to Freedom, as well as writer of the Fancy Nomad blog. In this episode, we talk about finding your style of travel, scaling business as a solopreneur and managing business on the road. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Lumin Grace! Originally from the US, Lumin is a lightworker, soul coach and author with a mission to inspire women to dig deep, own their voice, nurture themselves, tune into their hallmark. In this episode, we talk about the Goddess Tapestry Code, staying motivated as a solopreneur and Lumin’s advice for finding your purpose. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started! Ps. Get your $5 discount on Meditations using theremotelife code. And 25% off bundle collections (Lifetime, Divine, Trifecta, Kitchen Sink) using theremotelife25.

Originally from the UK, Chris Cerra is the founder of RemoteBase. A newsletter for remote workers and digital nomads sharing deals and discounts on accommodation. In this episode, we talk about Chris’ tips for finding accommodation and how RemoteBase provides ease in the process, as well as Chris’ destinations and predictions for the coming year. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started! Ps. Grab 20% off RemoteBase Premium using the code: THEREMOTELIFE

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Juliana Rabbi! Originally from Brazil, Juliana is a Career Coach for Remote Jobs and a Digital Nomad, with 15 years of experience in recruitment and nine years of experience remote working. In this episode, we talk about the difference of mindset in a traditional versus remote job, Juliana’s advice for preparing for a remote job interview and her thoughts on the future of work. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Tim Marting! Originally from the US, Tim is Co-Founder and COO of Citizen Remote, a digital resource for remote workers to access all of the information they need for their trip. Such as digital nomad visas, travel programmes and other incentives. In this episode, we talk about the ins and outs of digital nomad visas, as well as the need for a tool like Citizen Remote and the importance of building a community as a digital nomad. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Sally Bunnell! Originally from the US, Sally is the founder of NaviSavi. An app where you can upload your travel content and get paid for every piece that is approved. In this episode, we talk about NaviSavi and who can post, working with investors as a remote business owner and some helpful things to know when running a remote business. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Steve Tsentserensky! Originally from the US, Steve is a copywriter and contributor for CNBC and World Nomads, as well as Founder and Creative Director of SBT Creative. In this episode, we talk about how Steve got into the digital nomad lifestyle, his favourite destinations and some things to think about before going remote yourself. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Stéphane Gombauld! A tax technologist and digital nomad, Stéphane is Co-Founder and CEO of Heavnn, which offers global tax set ups for digital nomads and remote-first teams. In this episode, we talk about Heavnn and how it helps digital nomads with their taxes, things to be aware of as a digital nomad about taxes and how being in control of the nitty gritty can contribute to the freedom of being a digital nomad. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!