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Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal and your anxietyMario Rui Santos is born and raised in Lisbon and joins Dylan on the latest episode of Portugal The Simple Life Podcast. Mario is a lecturer, a consultant, a mentor, a counsellor and a Hypnotherapist. He chats to Dylan about, amongst other things, his life in Portugal, his work as a therapist and how Portugal may be good for your anxiety.FOLLOW OUR GUESTSMario on LinkedinMario's websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know...2025-07-2845 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeSomething fishy going on in PortugalThis week's episode is a bit fishy! Dylan is joined by Emily De Sousa is born in Canada but has deep Portuguese roots and her Portuguese has only got stronger as she’s got older. She’s a fisheries scientist, a foody and a lover of seafood and with her work as a seafood educator on the popular social media platform ‘Seaside with Emily’ it was only natural that her work would keep bringing her back to her Portuguese roots. Emily chats to Dylan about what she learned about Portugal growing up, what she continues to learn and love about Po...2025-07-1450 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy home in Portugal - Ron & JenOn this edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Ron & Jen. Ron & Jen are an American couple who worked in the film industry and Ron has won two academy awards for his work. They got in touch with us after discovering the podcast and after a visit to The Silver Coast decided to purchase an apartment, off-plan, in Foz do Arelho. They join Dylan on their local beach over some beer and wine and this is some of their story…ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspec...2025-06-0247 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy Home in Portugal - Jeff & Amy from CanadaOn this edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Jeff & Amy, a couple from Canada who bought an apartment with Dylan, site unseen, after discovering some of our videos and podcasts on YouTube. We recorded this interview from their beautiful new apartment on Portugal's Silver Coast and this is some of their story. ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and beaches. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the people...2025-01-2758 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeFeeling grounded in PortugalDylan is joined by a stylish couple on this weeks episode. Carl is a DJ and fashion enthusiast, Natalie is an award winning author and a keynote speaker. Carl & Natalie are from the UK originally and moved to Portugal from Singapore where they are living the good life, they share their experiences, with Dylan, of moving here, what they enjoy about living here and why Portugal makes them feel grounded. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSCompany WebsiteWomen who lead WebsiteDJ Carl’s WebsiteNatalie on Linkedin2025-01-0652 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeRugby on Portugal's Silver CoastThis week's episode is particularly close to home for Dylan because his guest, Luis Lalanda, is a school teacher who taught Dylan’s daughter. Luis is also the president of Caldas Rugby Club, where his son plays, and Dylan is one of their coaches. Luis, who is also an avid kitesurfer and saltwater addict, talks to Dylan about the club's history, its diverse community of both foreigners and Portuguese, and what makes the Silver Coast of Portugal so special. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSCaldas Rugby on FacebookCaldas Rugby on Instagram2024-12-3034 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy Home in Portugal - Ken & LisaOn this edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Ken & Lisa, a British couple who met Dylan and his team at one of our ‘A Place in The Sun Shows’ and bought a villa off-plan. We recorded this interview from their beautiful new home on the Silver Coast and this is some of their story. ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the peo...2024-12-0947 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeThe pen is mightier in PortugalOur latest guest Fred Young is originally from the UK, is a retired engineer a grandfather to five. In 2015, Fred had a heart attack while on holiday and it was then that he decided to make a change. It was then that he decided to retire and move to Portugal where he has been living happily ever since with his wife. To avoid being completely bored, Fred also makes pens and in this episode, he chats to Dylan about why he chose The Silver Coast and loves living here. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSFred’s p...2024-09-3037 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeThinking bigger in PortugalCatarina Caria is a foreign affairs analyst and a seasoned public speaker, with a strong emphasis on European Affairs, Security & Defence, and Sustainable Development. She's the host of União De Facto, a Sábado Podcast and a regular analyst on mainstream media. Catarina is the latest guest on the Podcast and speaks to Dylan about what she appreciates about her country, what improvements and be made, what ‘saudade’ means to her and how we should sometimes be thinking bigger in Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSCatarina on InstagramCatarina’s podcastCata...2024-09-2345 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeExploring PortugalPaul Niel is an Austrian explorer who has lived and travelled all over the world and has called Portugal his home for the last 3 years. He joins Dylan on the podcast and discusses why he chose Portugal, what he appreciates about Portugal and why Portugal is a wonderful place to explore. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSPaul's WebsiteExplorers Club PortugalABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and peop...2024-09-1643 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeLife can't wait in PortugalRita Piçarra is former CFO of Microsoft Portugal and retired at 44 years of age, her story has been featured on websites and television shows in Portugal. She is the author of the book ‘A vida nao pode esperar’ (Life can’t wait) and is a motivational speaker. She is this week's guest and speaks to Dylan about her book, surfing, skateboarding, and why Portugal is the perfect place for her early retirement. FOLLOW OUR GUESTRita on LinkedInABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective t...2024-09-0948 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeCooperation in PortugalRicardo Costa is a Portuguese speaker, Honorary consul of Kosova, a book author, Chairman of Grupo Bernardo Costa, with more than 180,000 followers on Linkedin and this week's guest. He speaks to Dylan about his love for his country and what he believes real cooperation could look like. FOLLOW OUR GUESTRicardo on LinkedInABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper...2024-09-0252 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy home in Portugal - Andre & MarianneOn this edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Andre & Marianne, a German & Norwegian couple who lived in Norway and discovered and then fell in love with Portugal’s Silver Coast. At the time of recording Andre & Marianne had just taken ownership of their new villa in Sao Martinho do Porto which will become their permanent home, this is some of their story. ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In...2024-07-2948 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeStupid questions about PortugalHugo and Ines are Portuguese comedians and previous guests on the podcast. This week they join Dylan for a special 20th episode and have some fun answering some stupid questions about their country. A few things that come up; bread, olive oil, dating apps, diapers and ‘dad bods’. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSHugo on InstagramHugo on LinkedinInes on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Port...2024-07-2256 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal is my spiritual kingdomSimone Franke is originally from Germany and has been living in Portugal for 7 years. She is a community builder, an impact entrepreneur, a speaker and a traveller. Simone is the latest guest on the podcast and chats to Dylan about why she first moved to Portugal, why she stayed and what she enjoys about the simple life in Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSimone on InstagramSimone on LinkedInPappus Agency websiteSheSapiens websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "...2024-07-1541 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal's Eurovision stariolanda is a singer and song writer, born and raised in Portugal and recently represented Portugal at Eurovision in Malmo, finishing 10th. She is the latest guest on Portugal The Simple Life Podcast and chats to Dylan about what inspires her music, writing a hit song, what she loves about Portugal and her experience of representing her country on one of the biggest stages. FOLLOW OUR GUESTSIolanda on InstagramIolanda on YouTubeIolanda on SpotifyABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE L...2024-07-0154 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePatterns of PortugalChristine Chitnis is a writer and photographer based in Providence, Rhode Island. As author of the widely acclaimed Patterns of India (Clarkson Potter, 2020) and a contributor to publications including the New York Times, Elle, Martha Stewart Living, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler, Christine has not only earned a reputation as a multi-talented storyteller, but also as a trusted strategist in the lifestyle publishing sector. Christine joins Dylan on the latest episode of the podcast to discuss her latest book ‘Patterns of Portugal’, what inspired the book and what she loves about Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUESTS...2024-06-1751 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMaking time in PortugalOur latest guest is Stephen Mansfield who is the Co-founder of Singularity Watches and has been living in Portugal for the last three years with his wife and two sons. Stephen was born in Ireland, grew up in the UK and has lived in various parts of Asia for almost 30 years. Stephen chats to Dylan about why he moved to Portugal, what he is enjoying about living here, opportunities in Portugal for an entrepreneur, the life his sons have in Portugal, the pace of life in Portugal and how to find the flow in Portugal. FOLLOW O...2024-05-2040 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal is sweetMikaela Övén is a speaker, trainer, mindfulness instructor, conscious parenting facilitator, book author, podcaster and this weeks guest. She is originally from Sweden and has been living in Portugal for more than 20 years. Mikaela talks to Dylan about her work in mindfulness, parenting, the simple life in Portugal and why, for Mikaela, Portugal is just sweet. FOLLOW OUR GUESTMikaela on InstagramMikaela’s websiteMikaela on LinkedInABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an inside...2024-05-1344 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeFarming is cool in PortugalHugo Zina makes farming look cool! Born and raised on Portugal’s Silver Coast, Hugo is a farmer and owner of ‘Horta do pé descalço’ and he can be found every Saturday selling locally farmed fruit and vegetables at ‘Praça da Fruta’ in Caldas da Rainha. He chats with Dylan about why he enjoys living in the area, what he appreciates about the simple life here and why local fruit and vegetables are so delicious and healthy. FOLLOW OUR GUESTHugo on InstagramHugo on FacebookABOUT PORTUGAL...2024-05-0648 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeGetting personal in PortugalKate Shifman is born in Ukraine and raised in New York and after 10+ years in the corporate world, she moved to Portugal in 2016 to build products designed to help others live more fully. Kate is a passionate advocate of a location-independent lifestyle and personal growth through connection and wellness. She is currently building AOMA, a Co-Living + Co-Working space near the coastal village of Ericeira, designed to help guests reset their relationship with themselves, the spaces they inhabit, and the environment. She shares with Dylan why she loves Portugal and talks about how we can use architecture, design and art t...2024-04-2944 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy Home in Portugal - Patrick SchaumansOn this edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Patrick Schaumans who is originally from Belgium. Patrick discovered and fell in love with Portugal. After deciding that he and his family wanted a holiday home in Portugal, Patrick explored the Silver Coast and never looked back. The Silver Coast feels like home and he chats to Dylan about why and how it's his favourite place to write novels. Patrick Schaumans's books:WraakzomerDe Portugese ConnectieMore about Immo Portugal: https://www.immoportugal.com/ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE POD...2024-04-2242 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeFalling for PortugalVeerle ‘Vos’ Devos has fallen for Portugal, she has lived in Portugal for close to 20 years, originally from Belgium, a historian, tour guide, book author and the latest guest on the podcast. She chats to Dylan about her love for Portugal, the pace of life, food, history, culture and about her unique book ‘To Die for Portugal’. FOLLOW OUR GUESTVos on InstagramVos on LinkedInVos’ book: "To Die for Portugal"ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Port...2024-04-1545 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal's premier cyclistJoao Almeida is one of the worlds top professional cyclists but Joao is just a normal guy from a typical Portuguese village here on The Silver Coast and our latest guest on the podcast. Joao chats to Dylan about the simple life, food, why he loves living on The Silver Coast and what he enjoys most about coming home after months on the road as a professional cyclist. FOLLOW OUR GUESTJoao on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Po...2024-04-0827 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeEnjoying life in PortugalJoining us from her car, Helena Ferro de Gouveia is our latest guest and talks to Dylan about why she is enjoying life in Portugal, she is proud to share that one of her greatest joys is appreciating the simple life in Portugal. From food to the Portuguese people, to the differences between living in Portugal and Germany. After having lived in Germany for over 20 years to work as an international war correspondent journalist, and later moving to Development Politics which led to living in dozens of countries on four different continents, in 2017 Helena returned home to Portugal, where...2024-04-0138 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal Property Talks - A Place In The Sun ManchesterOn this edition of 'Portugal Property Talks', Dylan takes you inside the popular annual property show, A Place In The Sun Live, held in Manchester England. Dylan is joined by various guests who were at the recent show, his colleagues from Portugal Realty, Bruno and Charlotte, MD of A Place In The Sun, Andy Bridge, and independent property lawyer, Paula Meireles.ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we g...2024-03-2528 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal's bright futureFollowing Portugal’s recent general elections, Dylan is joined by Ines Bravo Figueiredo. Ines is born and raised in Portugal, is an entrepreneur and at the time of recording was the youngest female ever running for the office of Prime Minister in Portugal. Ines shares with Dylan her love for Portugal, what makes her proud of Portugal and why she believes in a bright future for Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Ines on Instagram ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Portugal’...2024-03-1851 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeA Portuguese wine AmbassadorFor Episode 1 of season 3! Dylan chats to Bento Amaral. Bento is a former Paralympic sailor and a Portuguese wine expert, wine lover and we couldn’t think of a better Ambassador for Portuguese wines. Enjoy this uplifting and happy conversation as Bento shares his love of Portugal and Portuguese wines, his story about representing Portugal at the Paralympics and the interesting work he is doing with Humanwinety. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Bento on LinkedinBento on InstagramMore about Humanwinety ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:...2024-03-1146 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeYou never feel alone in PortugalFor our 200th episode! Dylan chats to his colleague from Portugal Realty Charlotte Ham. Charlotte has French and Dutch background, and has been living in Portugal with her family for the last 4 years. She shares why moving to Portugal was one of the best decisions she ever made, what she loves about living and raising a child in Portugal, why she enjoys the work she does and Charlotte explains how she never feels alone when she’s in Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Charlotte on Instagram ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE...2024-02-2654 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeDeveloping Portuguese talentOur latest guest is renowned jumping coach and genuinely nice guy José Sousa Uva. José has developed some of Portugal’s best athletes and has coached at multiple Olympic Games. He chats to Dylan about his pride at being at The Olympic Games under the Portuguese flag, what he loves about coaching Portuguese Olympic athletes and what he loves about his country. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:José on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.2024-02-1949 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeGrowing old in PortugalOur latest guest is American scientist and entrepreneur Nina Patrick who lives in Portugal. Nina specialises in health care, start-ups, longevity, psychedelics and digital therapeutics. She talks to Dylan about why she moved to Portugal, some differences between Portugal and Germany, the importance and beauty of the ‘micro-interactions’ that happen in Portugal daily, the advances Portugal is making in health care, and Nina discusses blue zones, what they are, how Portugal could be the next one and the perfect place to grow old. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Nina Patrick websiteNina’s NotesNina Patrick LinkedIn ABOUT...2024-01-2248 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeFinding joy in PortugalOur latest guest Jemi Laclé is originally from Aruba and after living all over the world wants to live in a place where she feels grounded, this brought her to Portugal where she continues who work with the world bank and as the co-founder of the Young Art Collective circle in Lisbon. In this interview she shares with Dylan why she moved to Portugal, life outside of Lisbon, food, people, nature and how these, amongst other things, bring her joy in PortugalFOLLOW OUR GUESTS:Jemi on Linkedin ABOUT PORTUGAL TH...2024-01-0848 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeInspired by PortugalMario, is born and raised in Portugal and is an incredibly talented ceramic artists and if you have visited places like Nazare or Caldas da Rainha then you may have seen some of his work. In this weeks conversation he chats to Dylan about what he loves about his work, how it part of his heritage, what he loves about his country, what the simple life looks like for him and how, on a daily basis, he feels inspired by Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUESTS:Linda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marioreis.ceramics/ ...2024-01-0137 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy home in Portugal - Rick & EmilyOn another edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by American homebuyers Emily and Rick, and their French Bulldog Eddie. Rick and Emily discovered and fell in love with Portugal's Silver Coast where they have been living for 2 years in the historical neighbourhood of Sitio, in Nazare...ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the people who make this country so wonderf...2023-12-1859 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal Property Talks - Our latest magazineIn another edition of 'Portugal Property Talks', Dylan is once again joined by Davide Patricio, Chairman of the Leisure Launch Group, to discuss a brand new edition of Portugal The Simple Life Magazine. Available in English, French, and Dutch, and proudly sponsored by Leisure Launch Group companies, this amazing issue is jam-packed with insider tips for living and buying property in Portugal, plus loads of information about one of Portugal's most popular regions, the Silver Coast.FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Leisure Launch websiteDownload the magazineABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:2023-12-0421 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal, wild and freeDoriane Zalewski, born and raised in France, is a former French national athlete. After living and travelling worldwide, she has called Portugal her happy home for three years. Tune in to learn what Doriane loves about living in Portugal, the weather, the food, the people, and the wine. Of course, Dylan tried to settle the question: Is Portuguese wine better than French wine? And Doriane shares why the best thing about Portugal is that she can live wild and free...FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Doriane on LinkedIn 2023-11-2739 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeTry Portuguese chocolate milkAna Barbara Pedrosa is a Portuguese book author, a linguist and a young advisor to the President of Portugal. Tune in as she and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, Ana Barbara’s books and the differences between Brazilian and Portuguese literature and language. Ana Barbara also shares tips for speaking European Portuguese, food, weather, bread, what she loves about Portugal and why everyone should try Portuguese chocolate milk. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Ana Barbara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anabarbarapedrosa/ Ana Barbara on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anabarbarapedrosa 2023-11-1356 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeIf Portugal was a fruitAmir Ghannad is a speaker and author from Iran. After living in the USA, Thailand, and Germany, he settled in Portugal with his family. Now, Portugal is Amir's home and where he runs his consulting business. Join him and Dylan as they discuss, amongst other things, why Amir moved to Portugal without having lived there before, what he loves about his authentic Portuguese village, his love for Portuguese food and the pace of life here, the people, and the D7 Visa process. Amir even describes Portugal as if it were a fruit!FOLLOW...2023-11-0644 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal is Disneyland for grown-upsAfter studying in Portugal, the U.S., and Belgium, Joao Perre Viana, a “citizen of the world”, transitioned from a corporate career in Central Asia, Eastern Europe, and Africa to founding Walking Mentorship in Portugal. A self-development tool that intertwines mentoring with walking in direct contact with nature. Tune in as he and Dylan delve into Joao's first experience with 'saudades', his global work adventures, Portugal's uniqueness and its people's empathy, his favourite walking spots, and why he considers Portugal is Disneyland for grown-ups…FOLLOW OUR GUEST:2023-10-2352 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal is my geographic soulmateAnna Mulock Houwer was born in Poland and after living and working all over the world, she found her geographic soul mate in Portugal. She and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, her first visit to Portugal and why it was love at first sight, what she loves about living here, the Portuguese people, how it’s the ideal place to raise a young child and, like any good soul mate, Anna shares the beautiful poetry she has written about Portugal.FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Anna Mulock Ho...2023-09-2553 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy home in Portugal - Michal & BarbaraOn this edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Michal & Barbara. A couple from Poland who after discovering Portugal and seeing the giant waves of Nazare, decided to invest in two properties on Portugal’s Silver Coast. ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the people who make this country so wonderful.Dylan, who has made his life in Portugal, shares an i...2023-08-2855 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeWriting a Portuguese hit seriesWriter and former journalist Hugo Goncalves is born and raised in Portugal and after living in New York, Rio de Janeiro and Madrid, returned home to be more grounded. Hugo is also one of the writers of the hit Netflix series ‘Rabo de Peixe’ (or ‘Turn of the Tide’, in English). He joins Dylan to share memories of growing up in Portugal, storytelling, sardines, what he appreciates about Portugal in terms of scale and safety, and they discuss the hit series ‘Rabo de Peixe’. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Hugo Gonçalves Instagram Hugo Gonçalves Facebook 2023-08-211h 09
Portugal - The Simple LifeObserving PortugalOn this weeks episode Dylan is joined by renowned photographer Rui Caria. Rui is born and raised in Nazare, now lives on Terceira island in the Azores and his his work has taken him to more than 30 countries. We discuss amongst other things, Nazare, the Azores, the war in Ukraine, how Rui gets up close and personal with the people he photographs and what he enjoys observing, from behind the lens, about Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUESTS:Rui’s website Rui on Instagram Rui on Youtube Rui on Facebo...2023-08-0759 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal from a child's perspectiveThis week, for a special 70th episode, Dylan is joined by a very special guest, his daughter Freddy. They discuss, amongst other things, food, beaches, Ronaldo, Spain, Freddy gives us some history lessons and you get to hear about Portugal from a child’s perspective. ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the people who make this country so wonderful.Dylan, who has made...2023-07-3129 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal Property Talks - Don't be an assIn another edition of Portugal Property Talks, Dylan is joined by the chairman of the Leisure Launch Group, Davide Patricio. They discuss best practices to implement and be aware of when dealing with Portuguese professionals and going through the process of purchasing or building a home in Portugal. Basically, "just don’t be an ass". FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Leisure Launch websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and peop...2023-07-2425 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeA taste of the real PortugalOn this week’s episode, Dylan is joined by Adam and Sarah and this is another episode about food and wine. Adam is a chef, Sarah is a wine sommelier, both from the US and after time in Belgium and Spain have now made Portugal their home where they run their farm to table business ‘Terrane’. They discuss, amongst other things, some of the differences between Portugal and Spain, the food culture in Portugal, quality ingredients, wine, and how Adam and Sarah are not trying to reinvent a food culture but are celebrating and honouring it.FOLLOW...2023-07-1052 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeFinding your way in PortugalFrancisco Valente Gonçalves is an award-winning psychologist who lived in the UK for 4 years, has travelled to more than 25 countries and, in his own words, made the best decision of his life by moving back to Portugal. Francisco is also the founder of ‘Rumo’, an online platform that helps people with their mental health. He and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, the work Francisco and his colleagues are doing at ‘Rumo’, why he loves Portugal and how his home country helps him rest, cultural changes people can experience moving to Portugal and Francisco shares tips for finding your way i...2023-06-261h 01
Portugal - The Simple Life'Portugal is my sanctuary'Dylan is joined by Jacqueline De Montaigne. Although this is not a Portuguese name and Jacqueline is a mixture of different nationalities, she identifies as Portuguese and loves her country. She is a former medical consultant who painted her first public mural at 37 years old. Today, Jacqueline is one of Portugal’s most sought-after muralists and artists.We discuss, amongst other things, the ethereal quality of her work, why she enjoys living and working in Portugal, why it’s the ideal place to raise a family and how Portugal is her soul place and sanctuary...FOLL...2023-06-1945 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeNo drama in PortugalDylan is joined by an ensemble guest list, including Suresh Nampuri who was previously on episode 10 of season 2 and is currently directing a play called 'No Exit' that hits theatres this week in Lisbon. Dylan also chats with assistant director Georgia Beckman and some of the cast: Isabel Symington, Catarina Guerra and Yeliz Balim. All with different backgrounds, stories and reasons why they love Portugal! They also discuss why in Portugal there is no drama...FOLLOW OUR GUESTS:Ja Theatre on InstagramSuresh on InstagramGeorgia on InstagramIsabel on InstagramYeliz on InstagramCatarina on Instagram...2023-06-0554 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal property talks - The buying processIn another edition of ‘Portugal Property Talks’, Dylan is joined by Davide Patricio, Chairman of the Leisure Launch Group. This week's topic: The buying process in Portugal. Tune in to learn more about buying property in Portugal and what you can expect!FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Leisure Launch Group websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the people who...2023-05-2923 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeCanadians in PortugalFor a special 60th episode, Dylan is joined by the Canadian Ambassador to Portugal Elise Racicot. They discuss, amongst other things, Elise’s first experiences of Portugal, what she enjoys about living here and not just visiting on holiday, having a child in Portugal, why Canadians enjoy this country, of course we talk about weather, food and wine… and about how Elise can enjoy a normal life in Portugal as a wife, woman and regular human being. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Elise on LinkedInElise on TwitterCanadian Embassy on Instagram ABOUT PORTUG...2023-05-2245 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy home in Portugal - Fred di BonoIn another edition of ‘My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Fred di Bono, a Belgian film producer from Antwerp and former rock star who has built a beautiful home here on Portugal’s Silver Coast. In this series, we talk to everyday people who have discovered, fallen in love with and bought a property in Portugal.ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to me...2023-05-1551 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal going blueDylan is joined by Robin Teiglund and Mafalda de Freitas. Robin was born in the US, is living in Sweden and in 1986 visited Portugal for the first time and fell in love with the country. Mafalda was born in Portugal, grew up in the UK and Sweden but has now returned home and is living in Portugal. Together, Robin and Mafalda are running Ocean Tech Hub. They discuss, amongst other things, why Mafalda is happy to be back home, why Robin fell in love with Portugal and is still in love, the incredible work they are doing with Ocean...2023-05-0846 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeCo-elevation in PortugalSebastian Borek, an entrepreneur, advisor and ecosystem builder with a passion for helping entrepreneurs and scale-ups grow and succeed, joins Dylan in this week's episode. Sebastian is originally from Germany, but moved to Portugal with his wife and four children. They discuss, amongst other things, Sebastian's transition from Germany to Portugal, and what he thinks is important when integrating into a new culture and country. Of course, they discuss food, wine, surfing, fishing and Sebastian shares his ideas about a Co-elevation culture in Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Sebastian on LinkedInABOUT PO...2023-05-0150 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeA food journey in PortugalOn this weeks episode Dylan is Joined by Miguel Laffan. Born in Portugal to an English mother and a Portuguese father and Miguel is a Michelin star chef. They discuss, amongst other things, what Miguel loves input his country, why cooking with Portuguese ingredients is such a pleasure for him and Miguel takes us on a food journey from the North to South of Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Miguel on Instagram ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Por...2023-04-2443 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeRetired, rewired & inspired in PortugalDylan is joined by ‘The Hot Godess’ Natalie Wester. Natalie is originally from the US and is a retired elementary school teacher, writer and blogger, living on Portugal’s Silver Coast. Amongst other things, we chat about what Natalie loves most about living in Portugal, the people, ocean, food, wine and what brings her joy, but mostly, why Natalie is retired, rewired and inspired right here on Portugal’s Silver Coast. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Natalie’s website Natalie on Instagram ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: 2023-04-1750 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal property talks - appointing a realtorOn another episode of ‘Portugal Property Talks’, Dylan is joined by Davide Patricio, Chairman of the Leisure Launch Group. This week's topic: Appointing a realtor in Portugal.FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Leisure Launch Group websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the people who make this country so wonderful.Dylan, who has made his life in Portugal, shares an insider's...2023-04-1021 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeThe colours of PortugalDylan is joined by Besma Kraiem, a start-up founder and mentor, and a keynote speaker living in Portugal for over 14 years. They discuss, amongst other things, what Besma loves most about living in Portugal, the food here, the warmth, the colours, and the people. But mostly, why, after living all over the world, Portugal is the place where Besma has lived the longest. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Besma on LinkedIn ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about P...2023-04-0349 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeThe rhythm of PortugalDylan is joined by Michael Lauren, a renowned drummer, originally from New York City, who has been living in Portugal for over 20 years. They discuss, amongst other things, why Michael moved to Portugal, the non-confrontational nature of the country and what he loves about living in Portugal. Michael also shares advice for other Americans wanting to move to Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Michael’s websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Portugal’s fantastic...2023-03-2757 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal after BrexitDylan chats with Chris Barton, originally from the UK and living in Portugal for over 25 years. Chris is the CEO of The British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce. We discuss, amongst other things, what Chris loves about living in Portugal, why it's the perfect place to raise a family, the changes he has found between Portugal and the UK, Portugal post-Brexit and what British people can expect from our country, and Chris shares his controversial opinion about Portuguese food and "bacalhau". FOLLOW OUR GUEST:British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce websiteChris’ email: c.barton@bpcc.pt2023-03-2055 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeIn love with PortugalDylan is joined by Kat Piwecka, a renowned portrait photographer from Poland who recently released the book ‘In Love With Portugal’. A catalogue of photos from the North to the South of Portugal. Dylan and Kat discuss, amongst other things, her first visit to Portugal and the ‘click’ she felt, all the things she loves about our country, the Portuguese people, nature, the ocean, not so much the food, but definitely the coffee and some of her favourite hidden gems in Portugal, including Vale Furado beach. 2023-03-1339 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy home in Portugal - Doug & ThaoIn this episode of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan is joined by Doug & Thao, a couple who, after googling ‘Simple life in Portugal’, decided to pack up their busy lives in California and move to Portugal. Doug & Thao share their story of how they ended up, via Cascais, buying two properties on Portugal's Silver Coast. ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal. We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to mee...2023-03-0641 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal property talks - What is 'key-in-hand'?What is “key in hand” construction? What does it include? And why is this the safest way to build a home in Portugal? 🏡🇵🇹In another episode of “All things property”, Dylan is joined by Davide Patricio, Chairman of the Leisure Launch Group, to discuss the challenges of building a home in Portugal! FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Leisure Launch Group websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about P...2023-02-2725 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeDo they even play rugby in Portugal?Tomas Appleton is a dentist, studying to be a doctor and the captain of the Portuguese national rugby team. He and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, rugby in Portugal, Dental and Medical Care in Portugal, what Tomas loves about his country and the amazing story of how he and his teammates qualified for the Rugby World Cup for only the 2nd time in Portuguese history. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Tomas on InstagramPortuguese Rugby FederationABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The s...2023-02-2052 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal smells good‘The Fragrant Lady’ Claudia Camacho, born and raised in Portugal, lives in the mysterious town of Sintra and is Portugal’s only independent perfume maker. She and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, the challenges of producing luxury products in Portugal, why Claudia loves her hometown more at certain parts of the year than others, being an independent perfume maker and why Portugal smells good...FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Claudia on LinkedIn Claudia on InstagramClaudia on FacebookABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Port...2023-01-3046 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal in the times of an energy crisisCecilia Turriago, half Colombian and half Mexican, is a sustainable energy specialist who spends her time between Portugal and Mexico. In this episode, she shares how Portugal is ahead of the game in terms of sustainable energy and what the country is doing to improve even more its use of renewable energy. Other topics she talks to Dylan about include soup, safety, certain parts of the Portuguese culture that aren't quite ‘Latin’ and Portugal during an energy crisis. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Cecilia on LinkedInABOUT...2023-01-1657 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeA bird's eye view of PortugalThis week, Dylan is enjoyed by a former helicopter pilot and current airline pilot Ricardo Nunes. They discuss, amongst other things, what Ricardo appreciates about living in Portugal with such a stressful job, why Ricardo enjoys coming home, the most beautiful landings, some scary landings and Portugal from a bird's eye view. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Ricardo on LinkedInABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people...2023-01-0940 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeBringing dragons to PortugalDylan chats with Sofia Noronha, founder and producer of Sagesse Productions who brought hit shows to Portugal such as 'Fast & Furious' and 'House of the Dragon'. They discuss, amongst other things, the cinematic potential of Portugal, what Sofia loves about her country, the fabulous Monsanto Castle where House of the Dragon' was filmed and loopholes in the baby naming process in Portugal. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Sofia on InstagramSagesse Productions on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:2023-01-0255 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMy Home in Portugal - Alain & ChristofOn this edition of 'My Home in Portugal’, Dylan chats with Alain and Christof, a couple from Belgium who fell in love with Portugal. Alain & Christoff share why they bought a property on Portugal’s Silver Coast and how they are living the simple life. ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deeper to meet the people who make this...2022-12-2642 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeTastes like a Portuguese ChristmasThis week, for a Christmas special, Dylan goes to Atelier do Doce, one of the Silver Coast’s most famous pastry shops. He speaks to the owner and head pastry chef, Catarina Saraiva, about its history and also visits the factory to see some delicious cakes and pastries being made. But it wouldn’t be a Christmas special without talking about the traditional Portuguese Christmas cake: "Bolo Rei".FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Atelier do Doce website - https://atelierdodoce.pt/ ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The...2022-12-1941 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeBehind the 100 foot waveDylan is joined by two-time Emmy Award winner Mike Pricket. Mike is a cinematographer from Hawaii, famous for the works like Chasing Mavericks, X-Men 2 and the HBO documentary 100 Foot Wave. They discuss, amongst other things, Mike's incredible story about what got him into the water shooting some of the amazing footage that he is famous for, sharks, food, Fatima, The 100-Foot Wave and what, besides giant waves, he loves about Nazare and Portugal.FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Mike's website - https://saltnairstudios.com/ ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"P...2022-12-1251 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeThe Portuguese guitar ladyDylan is joined by renowned Fado guitarist Marta Pereira da Costa. Marta is also one of the only professional female fado guitarists in Portugal and shares why she loves this music so much, what makes the Fado guitar so unique in the way it looks and sounds and just for Portugal The Simple Life Listeners, Marta plays an original piece on her Fado guitar. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Marta on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already kno...2022-12-0546 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeWhy Portugal is so slipperyDylan is joined by international comedian Tamer Kattan. Tamer is born in Egypt, raised in America and a human loophole with a Jewish mom and an Arab father, but he has a home and his heart in Portugal. They discuss, amongst other things, why he chose Portugal, Spanish prisons, Portuguese prisons and the real reason Portugal is so slippery. WARNING: This episode contains some adult humour and adult languageFOLLOW OUR GUEST:Tamer on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an...2022-11-2849 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeObidos inspired jewelleryDirectly from his favourite castle in Portugal, Dylan is in Óbidos joined by Cecilia Ribeiro, born and raised in the area and a talented jewellery designer and jewellery maker. They discuss, amongst other things, what she appreciates about living and growing up in the area, how she got to the point of designing and making these incredible pieces, Obidos castle and why it’s so unique and how where she lives inspires her to create beautiful jewellery. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Cecilia on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cecilia.ribeiro.jewellery/ Cecilia’s website - https...2022-11-2145 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeProud of Portugal VIDylan is joined by resident ‘Proud of Portugal’ expert Ricardo Monteiro for another edition of the ‘Proud of Portugal’ series. Dylan and Ricardo once again chat about everything that makes them proud of Portugal, including current events, a historical account, architecture, something made in Portugal and a charming story about Ricardo’s 98-year-old mom…FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Ricardo on LinkedIn ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast...2022-11-1433 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeStargazing in PortugalDylan is joined by Apolonia Rodrigues, the president at Dark Sky Alqueva, an award-winning travel destination in Alentejo Portugal where people visit from all over the world to find themselves under the darkest skies and brightest stars.They discuss, amongst other things, what it means to experience Portuguese hospitality, living the Alentejo life, feeling big and small at the same time and discovering Portugal’s dark side…FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Apolonia Rodrigues on LinkedInDark Sky Alqueva's website ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The s...2022-11-0754 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeEating everything in PortugalDylan is joined by Portuguese journalist, food critic and book author Ricardo Felner. They discuss, amongst other things, raising food snobs, transitioning from investigative journalism to food writing, eating tarantulas and, finally, a favourite subject on the podcast, food in Portugal! Some of the weird and wonderful things to eat, happy pigs and why in Portugal you should try just about everything…FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Ricardo Felner InstagramRicardo Felner FacebookRicardo Felner ExpressoABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to P...2022-10-3143 min
Portugal - The Simple Life'How Portugal moves me'Dylan is joined by Maria Fonseca, a mom, a dancer who has performed all over the world and a trance dance facilitator. Maria and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, being connected to nature, raising a child in Portugal, colours and rhythm, how Portugal makes her younger and how Portugal makes her move. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Maria on InstagramMaria on FacebookMaria’s websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people...2022-07-1840 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeNot your average Fado singerDylan is joined by Jonas, a very talented Fado singer and the first male Fado singer that we’ve had on the podcast. Jonas and Dylan discuss what Fado means to Jonas, why it touches just about everyone and why Jonas is more than your average Fado singer. FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Jonas on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go deepe...2022-04-1840 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeWhat Portugal is notDylan is joined by Rory Verrett, a businessman from the US who recently took a two-month sabbatical in Portugal. You’ll also remember in the last ‘Proud of Portugal’ episode, Dylan and Ricardo spoke about Rory's post on LinkedIn titled ‘5 things I learned during a two-month sabbatical in Portugal’. In this conversation, Rory explores those 5 things and shares why that visit to Portugal was truly transformative…FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Rory on LinkedIn ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already...2022-02-1455 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeAre Portuguese people funny? IIThis week is the 2nd edition of our series ‘Are Portuguese people funny?’, and Dylan is joined by writer & comedian Andre de Freitas. At the time of recording, Andre was in New York which may explain the strong language so please be warned. But just enjoy Dylan’s conversation with the hilarious Andre de Freitas. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Andre on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In...2022-01-2440 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortuguese Football LegendFor a special 90th episode, Dylan is joined by Portuguese football legend Nuno Gomes. With more than 600 professional appearances for Boa Vista, Benfica, Fiorentina, Braga, Blackburn Rovers and the National Team, Nuno scored more than 200 goals in a glittering career. Nuno and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, some of Nuno’s career highlights, why he is proud of Portugal and why Portugal is a country that consistently surprises people. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Nuno Gomes InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”...2022-01-0352 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeWhat are Portuguese Unicorns?Dylan is joined by Ana Pimentel, a Portuguese journalist and author of the popular book, ‘Portuguese Unicorns’. Dylan & Ana discuss, amongst other things, Journalism in Portugal, what a unicorn actually is, why Portugal has produced so many unicorns and why we can expect more. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Ana on LinkedInAna’s book on WookEpisode 1 of Ana’s podcast ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go...2021-12-2755 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeDiscover a new education in PortugalDylan is joined by previous guest Tim Vieira. Tim is originally from South Africa, a shark on Portugal’s Shark Tank, an entrepreneur and founder of Brave Generation Academy, a groundbreaking education system for Secondary schooling. Dylan and Tim discuss, amongst other things, rugby in Portugal, the beginning and the future of BGA and why Portugal is a place where anything is possible.FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Tim on InstagramTim on LinkedInBrave Generation Academy siteBGA on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple li...2021-12-1354 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeDinosaurs in PortugalDylan is joined by Octavio Mateus. Octavio is a Palaeontologist, dinosaur enthusiast and Professor of Palaeontology at NOVA University of Lisbon. His family also founded and opened the renowned Dino Park in Lourinha Portugal where he is the lead researcher. Octavio & Dylan discuss, amongst other things, how exploring as a child led to one of the biggest dinosaur discoveries to date and why Portugal wasn’t only the perfect environment for the dinosaurs to survive, but also the perfect conditions to preserve their bones. Follow our guest:Octavio on InstagramOctavio on Facebook Dino Parque ABO...2021-11-2241 min
Portugal - The Simple Life"In Portugal we find a way"Dylan is joined by the multi-talented Rita Cruz. As a presenter, actress and singer, Rita has appeared in front of thousands of Portuguese people, on stages, in theatres and on television. Dylan and Rita discuss, amongst other things, how Rita finds joy in the simple pleasures, what makes her proud of her country and how, in Portugal, we always manage to find a way. Follow our guest:Rita on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know abo...2021-11-1543 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeTalking PortugueseDylan is joined by Liz Sharma. Liz is originally from the UK but has lived in Portugal for more than 5 years. She is the founder and CEO of ‘Talk the Streets’, an amazing YouTube channel and online resource where you can learn to speak Portuguese like a local. Dylan and Liz discuss, amongst other things, how Liz’s life has changed since moving to Portugal, some of the in’s and out’s of the Portuguese language and why Portugal will always be Liz’s first love. Follow our guest:Liz on YouTube...2021-11-0150 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeGarrett McNamara's Biggest WaveDylan is joined by the legendary Garrett McNamara, the American big wave surfer who thrust Nazare into prominence, in 2011, when he broke the world record for the biggest wave ever surfed. You can currently learn more about this story on HBO’s hit documentary ‘100 Foot Wave’. Dylan and Garrett discuss, amongst other things, how he ended up in living in Nazare, some of his frustrations with his home town, his love affair with Portugal and why he chooses to live here permanently with his family. Follow our guest:Garre...2021-10-2547 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeDreaming big in PortugalDylan is joined by a special guest and friend An-Sofie de Vos. An-Sofie is originally from Belgium but her home is here in Portugal and 15 years ago she built an incredible company and brand that has introduced hundreds of families and investors to Portugal. Dylan & An-Sofie discuss, amongst other things, food, wine, sunsets, why she loves this country so much and why Portugal gives her a simple life.Follow our guest:An-Sofie on InstagramLe Boutanique website Quinta de Vos on FacebookABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The s...2021-10-0451 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeTaking time to appreciate PortugalDylan is joined by Rita Nabeiro. Rita is the CEO of Adega Mayor Wines, which is part of the Delta Coffee group, one of Portugal’s biggest brands. Rita and Dylan discuss, amongst other things, why she is proud of her country, why she loves exploring Portugal, wine in the Alentejo & all the things she appreciates about Portugal. Follow our guest:Adega Mayor Website Rita on InstagramABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantasti...2021-08-1650 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeChoose PortugalDylan is joined by Tim Vieira, who is originally from South Africa and has made his home in Portugal. He is a business owner, entrepreneur, educator and one of the sharks on Portugal’s version of Shark Tank. Dylan and Tim discuss, the bright future of business in Portugal, why Tim has made his home here and why, on so many levels, we should all choose Portugal. Follow our guest:InstagramLinkedInABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We al...2021-04-2649 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeFrom Portugal to outer spaceDylan is joined by Ricardo Marvão, the co-founder of Beta-I. Ricardo is an innovator, investor, connector, firestarter and passionate about education and space. Dylan and Ricardo discuss how Portugal’s resilience, innovation and creativity led to an amazing start up scene. They also talk about The International Space University study program that is coming to Portugal this year. Follow our guest:Ricardo on LinkedInBeta-i websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and p...2021-04-0549 min
Portugal - The Simple LifeMoving to Portugal & your emotionsDylan is joined by Alison Colli, a psychotherapist, coach and supervisor with 16 years experience. Dylan and Alison discuss the emotions we experience when moving to another country, the psychology behind moving abroad and some of the unique aspects of living in and moving to Portugal. More about Alison: Alison holds both a Bachelors and Masters degree from De Montfort University. She is a Transactional Analyst Psychotherapist, a qualified Coach, a Resilience Doughnut Trainer, a Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner, have a British Psychological Society Approved Certificate in Clinical Supervision and has co...2021-03-0156 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortugal's Mind-blowing MentalistDylan is joined by João Blümel, a new age entertainer, a motivational speaker and Portugal’s foremost mind reader and mentalist. They discuss, amongst other things, the challenges of performing in Portugal, Portuguese body language and João reads Dylan’s mind! Follow our guest:João Blümel websiteJoão on InstagramJoão on YouTubeJoão on FacebookABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this p...2021-02-0151 min
Portugal - The Simple LifePortuguese CorkDylan is joined by Jochen Michalski, CEO of Cork Supply, one of Portugal’s biggest cork manufacturers for the wine industry. Dylan and Jochen talk about why Portugal was always going to be home after spending many years in California and they discuss the wonders of cork...Follow our guest:Cork Supply websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast, we go...2020-12-2154 minPortugal - The Simple LifePortugal land of opportunitiesDylan is joined by Tocha, a start-up spotter and early-stage investor in Portugal, involved in manufacturing and product development in China and the co-host of the popular podcast ‘Bitalk’. Dylan and Tocha talk about why Portugal gives true work-life balance and why Portugal really is a land of opportunities. Follow Tocha Online.Tocha’s websiteABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST:"Portugal - The simple life”, an insider's perspective to Portugal.We already know about Portugal’s fantastic weather, food and people. In this podcast...2020-12-1452 minPortugal - The Simple LifeThe many flavours of Portuguese cuisineDylan is joined by Evanne Schmarder. Evanne and her husband are originally from the USA but have made their home in the Algarve. She is the founder and editor of Relish Portugal, an English-language food magazine for Portugal lovers everywhere. Dylan and Evanne discuss how Portugal has something for just about anyone. MORE ABOUT RELISH PORTUGAL: Evanne and her husband took an extended vacation to Europe and "discovered" Portugal. From the abundance of warm, welcoming people to a variety of delicious dishes and drink, traditional culture and a modernizing approach to...2020-11-3049 minPortugal - The Simple LifePortugal innovates to combat COVID-19Dylan is joined by Diogo Mocho, a former pilot who has studied at Cambridge and Harvard and is an enthusiast for disruptive technology. Diogo is currently responsible for technology that is combating the COVD-19 pandemic. He and Dylan talk about innovation but also why Portugal is the perfect place to innovate and collaborate. Diogo also shares why even though he could work from anywhere in the world he chooses to stay right here in Portugal. Follow Diogo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diogocmocho/ ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LI...2020-11-2352 minPortugal - The Simple LifeNazare waves at the WorldDylan is joined by the Mayor of Nazare, Walter Chicharro. Walter is born and bred in Nazare and has family from Nazare dating back to the 1400’s. Nazare is one of Portugal’s oldest fishing villages and world famous for the biggest waves on the planet and in this conversation Dylan and Walter discuss what makes Nazare so unique and why even with all of the claim and worldwide attention, Nazare has never stopped being Nazare. Follow Walter Chicharo:Walter on FacebookWalter on InstagramFollow the Munic...2020-11-1650 minPortugal - The Simple LifeWelcome to the Simple Life!If your plans to have a property abroad include delicious food, a fantastic climate, friendly people and lots of things to see and do, then Portugal is definitely the right place to be.Dylan, who has made his life in Portugal, shares an insider experience of living in Portugal and a glimpse of the marvellous lifestyle that has captivated foreigners from all over the world. Join his weekly podcast where along with his guests they shine some light on the various aspects of investing and owning a property in Portugal.This week, Dylan is joined by...2020-03-2637 min