In this episode, you will be listening to Ravi, who is an airline pilot! Ravi discusses his upbringing in Guyana, how he eventually ends up in the US, what it's like to become a pilot, and why he feels diversity in the airline industry is needed. Enjoy!

In Living Color...Abroad

Becoming a Pilot (Episode 57)

¡En este episodio, escucharás a mi madre! Ella describe cómo era la vida cuando se crió en la República Dominicana, cómo y por qué se mudó a los Estados Unidos, y por qué está agradecida con su familia y con todos los que la han ayudado en el camino. ¡Espero que lo disfruten!

In this episode, you will listen to my mom! She describes what life was like when she grew up in the Dominican Republic, how and why she moved to the United States, and why she is grateful to her family and to everyone who has helped her along the way. I hope you enjoy!

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Madre (Episodio 65)

I'M BACK! In this episode, you will be listening to me discuss my summer travels thus far! I discuss my time in Georgia for my family reunion, my solo trip to Austin, Texas, and my current time back home in New York! I've missed you all! I hope you enjoy! 

If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

Intro music:
Jazzaddict's Intro by Cosimo Fogg (201) https://soundcloud.com/cosimo-fogg​
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 
Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/jazzaddicts-intro​
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/hY4yspCQRaM

Summer! (Episode 67)

In this episode, you will be listening to me discuss what's next in my living abroad life! I have big decisions to make very soon about whether I will stay in Costa Rica another year, go elsewhere abroad, or go back home to New York! I take you through what is influencing my decision both personally and professionally, and why, even though it's scary, I am open to whatever life has in store for me. Hope you enjoy!

If you like what you hear, please leave a review/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

What's Next? (Episode 73)

In this episode, you will be listening to Travis & David, hosts of Café con Leche Travels! Travis & David discuss why they decided to move to Mérida, Mexico, and what it's like being an interracial gay couple there. Also, they give you some tips on vlogging, changes they have noticed in each other (as well as pet peeves! lol), and finally, what they want most from this experience. Hope you enjoy!

If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

Café con Leche Travels (Episode 78)

In this episode, you will be listening to Ina, who is living abroad in China! Ina discusses what it's like growing up as a Third Culture Kid (TCK), which has spent significant time outside of their parent's culture and lived a considerable amount of time outside the country in which they were born.

Ina gives us great insight on the complexities around being a TCK, how she dealt with moving from country to country every few years as a child (she has lived in 5 different continents!), the advantages and disadvantages of the lifestyle, and why identifying "home" is difficult. Finally, she talks bout how being a TCK has shaped her into the person she is today. Hope you enjoy! 

If you like what you hear, please leave a review/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, or any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

Third Culture Kid (Episode 79)

In this episode, you will be listening to me talk about my trip to Panama! I discuss why I decided to go to Panama, what aspects I loved the most, and the interesting social dynamics of being one of a few (if not the only) tourists of color. Finally, I discuss why I felt more Costa Rican on this trip than ever before. Hope you enjoy!

My Trip to Panama (Episode 83)

In this episode, you will be listening to Cepee, who talks about how to move abroad after 30! Cepee, who has been living abroad in Spain for the past 5 years, talks about "She Hit Refresh," an online community she created for women over 30 who want to live abroad. "She Hit Refresh" now has over 10,000 members and continues to grow! Cepee also provides insight into the different types of visas you can apply for in Europe, and the countries with the easiest and hardest visa processes. Finally, she explains why it's important to "hit refresh" more than once in life. Hope you enjoy! 

Cepee has been featured on Forbes and has written a book titled "I'm Outta Here! An American's Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe". Links are below! 

Forbes article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/laurabegleybloom/2021/01/28/leave-america-how-to-move-to-europe-its-easier-than-you-think/?sh=6af080346d9d

Book: https://shehitrefresh.com/move-to-europe-book/

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Moving Abroad After 30 (Episode 90)

In this episode, you will be listen to Victoria, a previous guest (Dominican Republic, Episode 6) of the pod, as she fills us in on her life! Victoria discusses why she decided to leave DR and move to the snowy alps of Switzerland, how she found love and got married, and why she turned down her dream job. Hope you enjoy! 

If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Where Are They Now? Dominican Republic Pt. II (Episode 93)

In this episode, you will listen to me reflect on doing ONE HUNDRED EPISODES! You will hear some of my favorite clips from episodes past, what I have learned from doing this podcast for the past 4 years, and you will hear some advice (from a special guest) on moving forward in life. Hope you enjoy!

100???!!! (Episode 100)

In this episode, you will listen to Brian, a previous guest (Abu Dhabi, Episode 9)and friend of the pod as he updates us on his life! Brian discusses why he has decided to move on from Abu Dhabi after 4 amazing years, how he has found peace abroad, and why he has decided to move to Sao Paulo, Brazil! Finally, Brian talks about what he will miss about living in the UAE, and what personal growth he envisions for himself moving forward. Hope you enjoy!

If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Where Are They Now? Abu Dhabi Pt. II (Episode 102)

In this episode, you will listen to me discuss the end of this chapter in Costa Rica! I will be saying goodbye to Costa Rica and hello to...LISTEN TO FIND OUT! 

I discuss why I am leaving Costa Rica, and which two locations I strongly considered, and which I chose. I also talk about why I'm. going to miss Costa Rica so much and the future of the podcast. Lastly, this isn't a goodbye, but rather, a 'see you later, Costa Rica'. Hope you enjoy!

If you like what you hear, please leave a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow on Spotify,  and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Goodbye, Costa Rica, Hello... (Episode 103)

In this episode, you will listen to Lacey, who has lived abroad in 5 continents! Lacey discusses her fantastic journey living in France, Colombia, Canada, Ghana, and Thailand! She describes how living abroad is like being in a relationship, how she developed the first ever Black theatrical production in Thailand (!), why her life as a creative has enabled her to build community, and lastly, Lacey discusses the struggles of saying goodbye to these wonderful places. Hope you enjoy!

Lacey C. Clark! is a personal empowerment coach and CEO of Sisters' Sanctuary. She has been a globetrotter creative/digital nomad for 25 years and has been featured on BET, Essence Magazine, Clear Channel Radio, and many other forums. 

Make sure to subscribe to her Substack to follow her journey!

laceycclark.substack.com

5 Continents! (Episode 105)

In this episode, you will listen to me discuss my recent trip back to Costa Rica, what prompted this trip, and why returning back felt so strange and amazing all in one. I missed ya! Hope you enjoy!

If you like what you hear, please subscribe/leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

Home Away from Home (Episode 107)

I'M BACK!!! 

In this episode, you will listen to me discuss my surprise trip to Costa Rica! I discuss how this last-minute trip came about, my purpose for going, and why I was filled with nervousness, anticipation, and jubilation! Finally, I talk about why I have been gone for so damn long! Missed me? I missed you. Hope you enjoy!

If you like what you hear, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify,  and any of your favorite streaming platforms.

Surprise Trip to Costa Rica (Episode 108)

In this episode, I reflect on one year living back home in NYC after 4 years abroad in Costa Rica (time flies!). I also discuss turning 34 (old man!), island hopping in the Caribbean, and quality time with family. But the big question is: Am I fully acclimated to living back home? 

Hope you enjoy!

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One Year Back Home: Summer '24, Age 34 (Episode 109)

HAPPY NEW YEAR! In this episode, I discuss my trip to the lovely island of St. Maarten! I talk about how this trip came about, best/worst parts of the trip, and MUST-SEE locations! Lastly, I reflect on my hiatus and how I plan to pivot in order to keep the podcast (and good vibes!) going. Hope you enjoy! 

If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite streaming platforms. 

New Year's in St. Maarten (Episode 110)

In this episode, we reunite with Gabe & Kis who are living abroad in Taiwan! They share exciting updates in their lives which include becoming dog owners, getting married, and starting a family! Gabe & Kis also discuss the joys and challenges they've experienced along the way, and what's next as they prepare to welcome their baby girl into the world (I'm going to be an honorary uncle! lol). Hope you enjoy! 

Where Are They Now? Gabe & Kis (Episode 111)

In this episode, you will listen to a good friend of the pod, Brian, who is living abroad in Brazil! Brian discusses the highs and lows of living in Sao Paulo for the past 2 years and why he feels his experience is very similar to living back in the US. Lastly, Brian talks about his decision to move to Vietnam! Hope you enjoy! 

Where Are They Now? Brian in Brazil (Episode 112)

In this episode, I speak with my good friend and former colleague Giancarlo, a teacher at an international school in Costa Rica — the very same school he attended from kindergarten through high school! Gianca shares his unique perspective on growing up in what he calls a "bubble" and how that experience shaped him. Gianca also reflects on the core values his teachers instilled in him and how those values continue to influence his life. Now as an educator, Gianca discusses how he strives to pass those lessons on to his own students. Hope you enjoy! 

From Student to Teacher: A Life in International School (Episode 113)

In this episode, I reflect on a memorable summer where I turned 35 (officially old man status), celebrated my mom’s 70th birthday, and took solo trips to the Bahamas and Jamaica. I open up about the highs and lows of solo travel, the inner conflicts it brings up for me, and how these experiences led me to think more deeply about mortality and the Stoic idea of memento mori. Hope you enjoy!



Summer '25 (Episode 114)

In this episode, we talk with Anita, who’s living abroad in Jamaica! Originally from the UK, Anita is an educator who has spent the last several years living abroad, first in Qatar, then Brazil. She’s now on sabbatical in Jamaica, reconnecting with her roots. 

We talk about what it’s been like to settle in, the cultural shifts she’s experienced, and the emotional complexity of living in a place that feels both familiar and new.

Hope you enjoy!



Jamaica (Episode 115)

In this episode, talk with La'Nita, who's living abroad in Mexico! A previous guest of the pod, La'Nita shares what’s unfolded since her time as a Foreign Service Officer in Guatemala, including an unexpected job loss after returning to the U.S. and how that moment became a turning point. She opens up about navigating life transitions, building a new path as an entrepreneur and Reiki Master, and finding healing and purpose through spiritual work and perseverance. Hope you enjoy!  

Where Are They Now? La'Nita in Mexico (Episode 116)

Join me as I engage in conversations with other black/brown expats as they talk about their experience living abroad!

On this episode, I speak with my good friend, Ikuma, who is Congolese-American and is now teaching in Germany! She discusses micro-aggressions, appreciation for frankness in Germany, pedagogical differences, and how to enjoy the moment.

Germany(Episode 1)

On this episode, I speak to my friend Margo, who is living in Qatar! She discusses how much of western culture is prevalent in Qatar, the large expat community, privilege of being American, feeling comfortable as a black woman in Qatar, and she also answers the most important question--do they have the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich in Qatar? 

Enjoy!

Qatar (Episode 5)

On this episode you will be hearing from Susana Garcia, who has lived abroad in Mexico. Susana discusses the individualism vs collectivism mentality between the U.S and Mexico , the adjustment process when moving back to your home country, and why she still has the itch to live abroad again.

Mexico (Episode 8)

On this episode, you will be hearing from Hannelyn and Henry. They are a recently married couple who have been living out of a van and traveling throughout Latin America for the past 10 months! They discuss how this alternative travel style is more affordable than traditional travel, how this adventure has improved their marriage, and what their plans are for the future. Enjoy!

Latin America in a Van (Episode 10)

Welcome to this solo episode where I discuss my first EVER solo trip to Montreal, Canada in 2014 for New Years! 

On this episode I talk about how this spontaneous trip came to be, getting lost on the first day, random and cool conversations with strangers, the ups and downs, and what this trip taught me. Hope you enjoy!

My First Solo Trip: Montreal, 2014 (Episode 28)

On this episode you will hear from Will Debord, who is my cousin!  Will discusses sneaker culture abroad, working for Sneaker Con, history and relevance of sneaker culture, and Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance" documentary! Enjoy!

Sneaker Culture Abroad (Episode 29)

en este episodio, ¡me escucharán hablar completamente en español por primera vez!

Hablo de cómo aprendí español, comparo el español en el que crecí con el español aquí en Costa Rica, como estoy aprendiendo mas español, y porqué estoy agradecido de ser bilingüe. Disfrútala!

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Español (Episodio 40)

On this episode, you will be listening to Tallie, who is living abroad in Ireland! Tallie discusses raising a family in Ireland, what its like to be in an interracial marriage, how Ireland is progressive, and why you should move there! Hope you enjoy!

As always, if you like what you hear, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Spotify, or any of your other favorite streaming platforms.

Ireland (Episode 45)

Welcome to In Living Color...Abroad! A podcast where black/brown voices share their experiences about living abroad as well as discuss all things travel.  Enjoy!

Host bio: Hello beautiful people! My name is Angel Rodriguez and I'm originally from New York City, and I'm avid traveler and have lived abroad in Costa Rica for 4 years! I'm living back in NYC and It is my honor and privilege to bring you this podcast!  

Check out my Instagram page @inlivingcolorabroad

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