Think Global Life Overseas
A podcast that explore ways we thoughtfully engage with new cultures and forge friendships in the most unlikely of places.
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Connected by Curiosity
What happens when your job is to walk into unfamiliar places and connect with strangers — quickly, genuinely, and across cultural lines? In this episode, my friend Dave shares how showing up with curiosity and care, asking intentional questions, and seeing people beyond their role or cultural background can open doors you never expected.
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Recent episodes
- Rooted in Laos Laos has a way of changing people. My guest this month knows that firsthand. We talk about community, deep friendships, the warmth of Lao hospitality, and how living in Lao culture has reshaped the way she sees work, time, and relationships.
- A Journey from China to Uzbekistan This month's guest is a friend who has called both China and Uzbekistan home. We talk about what it's like to be shaped by two very different places, what surprised him most, his love and appreciation for both cultures, and why, no matter where you go, people turn out to be more alike than you'd expect.
- Mongolia Uncovered Mongolia is a rural country many people know little about. Join me for a fascinating conversation with my friend, who calls Mongolia home, as she shares her love for its people and culture, common misconceptions, and why Mongolia is a place everyone should experience for themselves.
- Reflections on Life in China In this episode, hear from my friend who has years of experience living in and traveling to China. He shares his reflections on raising children overseas, adjusting to a new culture, and how he and his family learned to love and create a home in an unfamiliar place.
- Living Slow, Present, and Connected in Thailand Listen in for a story about a young couple who packed up their lives and moved to Thailand — where they discovered that the smallest moments matter most. In this episode, we explore what it means to slow down, show up, and let unlikely friendships find you.
- Nine Years in Jordan In this episode, my friend shares about nine years of life in Jordan — the country's rich history, its remarkable hospitality, and how living there has reshaped how he thinks about patience and efficiency.
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Jonathan works for an educational organization that sends teachers to more than a dozen countries around the world. He leads global marketing efforts, helps recruit teachers, and builds new partnerships. Through years of living and traveling overseas, Jonathan has formed meaningful friendships around the globe. On this podcast, you’ll hear stories from many of those friends and get a glimpse into what everyday life looks like for them.
Jonathan lives in Colorado with his wife, Jenn, and their two sons.