최고 An ExPat 팟캐스트 (2024)

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Shout Out - Short Term Missions Team! 9:33

5M ago9:33

9:33

Recently a short term team joined our church in working together to share the gospel in Kobe, Japan. I was super thankful and amazed by what a blessing our time together turned out to be! Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: @lifewithlaceywhit…

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How I Go Through the Psalms 10:58

6M ago10:58

10:58

There's a lot of em. and they contain quite a bit of... well everything. History, emotions, praise, prayers, despair. Why do I like the Psalms? Why do I like reading the Psalms? Come along with me on today's chat! Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Ins…

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We Moved! Again! Whoa, Buddy. 13:06

6M ago13:06

13:06

Have you been wondering about the last 6 months over here? It's been a whirlwind, but a wonderful one. Let me tell you a little about moving, my one mistake (yes, I've only made one....... ..... ever.... right?) our new schools, and other blessings along the way! Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and fam…

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17. What I Would and Wouldn't Do Again - Furlough, Part 3 12:26

1y ago12:26

12:26

After having a little time back from our trip to the states, I sat down to think of 2 things I want to ensure we do again next go-round and 2 things I want to change! I just hope I remember to listen to this before our next trip :) If you've ever taken a furlough trip, I'd love to hear your do-agains and avoid-at-all-costs! Support the show Please …

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16. 3 ~Reverse~ Culture Shocks - Furlough, Part 2 11:28

1y ago11:28

11:28

Culture shock happens when a person leaves their home culture to live somewhere else recognizes the differences (often difficult) between the new culture and their home culture. Reverse culture shock happens upon returning to one's home culture and one realizes there are things about the culture that, well, shock them. We visited America this summe…

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15. Welcome "Home" - Furlough, Part 1 9:38

1y ago9:38

9:38

Home - oh, what an interesting concept for anyone that's ever moved. Let's talk about home and feeling multiple emotions at the same time! And thanks for all of you who waited patiently over the last few months as I was out and about in non-podcast-world. I'm really excited to be back :) Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any e…

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MINI-SODE: It's just a Sos Beag 11:14

1y ago11:14

11:14

A Special Message from Matt & Bernadine: "From My Home To Yours has been running for 15 weeks straight, and you've been with us for the episodes in Australia, in Ireland AND on an aeroplane! We've come so far together, and we want to thank you for being with us on this journey. It is for this reason, we're going to take a "sos beag", or "a little b…

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Guards, Gob$h¡tes & GAA Legs 59:15

1y ago59:15

59:15

Work is starting, life in Ireland is starting to settle in - this week, Matt & Bernadine have taken a break from the advice and experiences of their move to address some listener questions! They've had a few Qs waiting in the wings and now is the perfect time to tackle them. Bernadine also puts Matt through his paces with a quiz on Irish phrases an…

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INTERVIEW: Preparation is key! With Sarah & Lucia of Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project 54:14

1y ago54:14

54:14

As you are thinking about your big move to Ireland (or anywhere, for that matter!) it's important to do as much as you can to prepare in anticipation of every aspect of your life in your destination country. This includes immigration requirements, preparing funds, tax implications, working visas... and that's just to get you started! Lucky for Irel…

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Highs & Lows, Ups & Downs, Peaks & Troughs 53:45

1y ago53:45

53:45

Matt & Bernadine have finally moved into their home for the next year, and weren't thrilled at what they found on Day 1. In this episode they vent their woes of the current rental market in Ireland, share the "wobbles" of finally living what they've planned for so long, and coming to terms with returning home after so long. Topics discussed in this…

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INTERVIEW: Save money (and stress!) right now with Stephanie Wickham of ExpatTaxes.ie 48:31

1y ago48:31

48:31

Bernadine and Matt have brought you another very special interview with an expert in their field, and this time around it's all about saving your money through taxes! This week, Stephanie Wickham from ExpatTaxes.ie is talking to Matt about all things taxes in the Irish system and the main considerations anyone should have before they move to Irelan…

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Don't Push a door that says "Pull!" 53:36

1+ y ago53:36

53:36

They're back to the ol' tips and tricks, as Matt & Bernadine discuss the process and reasoning behind their approach to securing a rental property in West Ireland. Matt has *finally* managed to get his PPS number (now just waiting on the card!) and Bernadine has had an adventure in travel and created more memories this week. Topics this week: Commu…

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Reflections, Rentals and Penguin Pebbles 46:17

1+ y ago46:17

46:17

More progress made this week - after a month of driving back-and-forth to their desired city, Bernadine and Matt have secured their rental property for the next year! 👏👏 In this episode they have the run-down of their experience locking in the rental compared to Australia and all the changes to the Irish real estate method since the pandemic began.…

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INTERVIEW: They're the Best For a Reason! - John Healy of Healy Insurances 42:14

1+ y ago42:14

42:14

This week we have a special episode! Besides some introductory banter, Matt sat down with John Healy from Healy Insurances to talk about the state of car insurance in Ireland and everything that expats & repats should know about securing their car insurance. Healy Insurances is responsible for the famous Mary of Healys (not Mary Healy!) that has be…

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Tales of Pints, Patience and Finding Joy 43:59

1+ y ago43:59

43:59

Back for another episode of the podcast, and Bernadine & Matt don't have a huge amount of progress to share - mostly because they took some well-deserved time off for Matt's Birthday! That doesn't mean they don't have some advice and thoughts to share with you, so stick around! Topics discussed: Shoutouts for the community Patience when progress is…

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"A blatant, abandon-mun-nus of cars!" 46:33

1+ y ago46:33

46:33

Bernadine and Matt have been continuing to tick those travel/settling-in boxes with more advice to give this week. If you're wondering about car parking, Irish small-town culture or the pronunciation of the word "Chamomile", then this one is for you! This week, they cover: The full process and documents needed for the spousal Visa. The order of act…

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It's Business Time! (The first episode on Irish soil) 48:15

1+ y ago48:15

48:15

Matt and Bernadine are ten days into their Irish move, and things are going great! From cars to stamps to contracts... there's a lot you've been missing! This week, you'll get the full experience from their time in Business Class, some reflections from Matt about the intense feelings of leaving your home country, Matt gets his Irish Visa and the fi…

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Taking you with us from Australia to Ireland 17:32

1+ y ago17:32

17:32

Matt and Bernadine have now officially made the move to Ireland! As they find their feet and shake off the remnants of jet lag, they have a special surprise for you this week. Throughout the process of packing up their home and preparing to move, they've recorded a series of short audio clips to take you on the journey. The emotions, the process an…

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Those we Love Lighting our way Home 48:25

1+ y ago48:25

48:25

Bernadine and Matthew are feeling tired and emotional... it might become clear in the tenor of their voices, but they still have plenty of experiences to share and shout-outs to make! In this episode, Bernadine and Matt share their final moments with colleagues and friends, the lead-up to finalising their house before the tenants move in, some auto…

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Home can be in a second place (For Keith) 35:44

1+ y ago35:44

35:44

We're almost there! Bernadine and Matt are continuing to pack up their house, but now the farewells have begun. In this episode, Matt talks about the unexpected passing of his grandfather, the pair discuss saying goodbye to the Australian family, and the importance of trust and setting your mindset during the big move. It's easy to question and rel…

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It's no longer months... it's actually weeks! 42:13

1+ y ago42:13

42:13

Bernadine & Matt are continuing to do their thing, packing up their lives to get ready to move across the world to Ireland from Australia. You'll find out what they've ticked off their to-do lists, navigating the emotions that are part of a move like this and some extra tid-bits & advice for you. Not every situation is the same, but moving across t…

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Light the F***in' Candle 34:28

1+ y ago34:28

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Welcome to the first official episode of "From My Home To Yours", a podcast about Bernadine and Matthew's journey, moving their life from Australia (Matt's Home) to Ireland (Bernadine's Home). As an introduction to us, we'll be talking about everything you need to know before we get stuck into the journey. You'll hear about our reasons for moving, …

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TEASER: Promo from Episode 01 of From My Home To Yours 0:42

1+ y ago0:42

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If you're looking for a podcast by Bernadine and Matthew talking about moving to Ireland and/or from Australia, then you're in the right place! Subscribe today to hear about our journey, the logistics of moving to Ireland from Australia and our thoughtful reflections on our big life change. Keep in touch with us! If you have questions about what do…

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14. The Music Episode 12:37

1+ y ago12:37

12:37

How often do you sing? Is music constantly rolling around in your head? It definitely is in mine! I've even found that the types of songs in my head can be little clues for me to see what's going on in my emotions. Luckily for you, I don't do almost ANY singing in this episode. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and …

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13. Our Moving Story - Japanniversary #3! 11:05

1+ y ago11:05

11:05

Last week we celebrated the fact that we've been in Japan for 3 years. To say it was hard would be an understatement and to say it's been amazing just wouldn't suffice. Let's talk about mask recommendations in an honor shame culture and hearing the voice of God calling you where you should go. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with…

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12. Life Abroad - Schools in Japan 13:58

1+ y ago13:58

13:58

My daughter is starting elementary school soon! Come along with me and let's chat about some of the goofy, different, and wonderful things we've experienced and have heard about in the local school system. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: …

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11. 3 Things I Love About Living in Japan 10:00

1+ y ago10:00

10:00

I made the mistake of recording this podcast before lunch and man my stomach was grumblin’ by the time I hit stop. So grab a snack and let’s chat about 3 of my favorite things about Japan! (psst: one is Japanese food, so I’m not kidding about listening with a full belly!) Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friend…

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10. Life + Toddlers = Guilt Galore 10:37

1+ y ago10:37

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Life is crazy sometimes. There are seasons where the habits I worked hard to form just simply cannot be part of my daily life anymore. There are seasons where I can be very disciplined. Am I a bad Christian when I don't read my Bible every day? Have I replaced love for God with love for family when I spend hours a day changing diapers and (trying b…

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9. Our Moving Story - Learning Japanese in the Summer of 2020 10:37

2y ago10:37

10:37

Language learning is SUCH an endeavor! It's taxing emotionally, relationally, and even physically. I'd love to chat with you for a bit about my experience as my family and I began learning Japanese a few years ago. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on In…

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8. Daily Bookends - The What, Why, and How 10:06

2y ago10:06

10:06

We all know consistency and habits matter - but what about creating habits among a whole group of people? Every single day? Our family has been *trying* for a few years to create daily routines and it has been a wonderful pillar for us to rely on. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of e…

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7. Christmas Quarantine, Christianity, and Culture 10:55

2y ago10:55

10:55

New Year New Season! Welcome to Season 2 of Bike Chats with an Expat! It's been a slow couple of weeks around here, and I've had time to gather a few precious thoughts about *all* the things. Can't wait to share just 10 minutes of those thoughts with you now! Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family …

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6. Merry Christmas and ... wait it's already 2023? 5:37

2y ago5:37

5:37

What. A. Year. Anyone else feel that way about 2022? We sure had a wild one. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: @lifewithlaceywhite Bike Chats is a part of Nozomi Today Ministries, a ministry devoted to proclaiming the gospel in Japan. Your …

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5. Greetings, Kindness, and Misunderstood Condescension 11:02

2y ago11:02

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Greetings are so important in Japanese culture! As is kindness. Not gonna lie, though, sometimes my American-ness can get in the way of interpreting kindness as such... It's really a bummer! Given the many many stories I've heard from other expats I know I'm not the only one that has misinterpreted someone's kindness as condescension or conversatio…

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4. That in This or This in That? ...and other issues with language learning. 8:54

2y ago8:54

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Have you ever made a big, embarrassing language mistake? I have. Have you ever made dozens and dozens of language mistakes over the course of weeks and months? I have. Let's talk :) Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: @lifewithlaceywhite Bike…

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3. American Thanksgiving in Japan, An Extremely Brief History 10:33

2y ago10:33

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Happy Thanksgiving! This year our family will celebrate our third Thanksgiving in Japan. The first two were ... different ... to say the least. But maybe this year there's hope for a more "traditional" celebration. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on In…

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2. Our Moving Story - Moving to Japan in March of 2020 11:50

2y ago11:50

11:50

Let's talk about the logistics of moving to Japan in March of 2020. It probably went about like you're imagining: hectically. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: @lifewithlaceywhite Bike Chats is a part of Nozomi Today Ministries, a ministry …

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1. Introduction 6:16

2y ago6:16

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Hello, hello! My name is Lacey and I'm an American living in Japan. Let's talk expat life, bike life, all things life. Support the show Please be sure to share this show with any expats and friends and family members of expats. Connect with me over on Instagram: @lifewithlaceywhite Bike Chats is a part of Nozomi Today Ministries, a ministry devoted…

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Ask an Expat in Japan 9:38

5+ y ago9:38

9:38

There are more and more expats today and they have so many interesting stories. I want to catch them and share that with people. Today I have invited Dongju over to talk about her life in Japan.

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