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SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesImpact Founders, Listen Up! It Doesn't Have to Be This Hard!You're building an impact-driven business that matters. But you're drowning in decisions, stuck in the weeds, and thinking: this is harder than it needs to be.You're right. It is hard. But it doesn't have to be this hard.This Is Harder than I Want It to Be is your 5-8 minute weekly reset. One problem reframed. One action to take. One change that creates space.Hosted by Linda van Egmond, a 20-year veteran of working with impact founders and B-corp startup operator, this show tackles the real challenges of scaling without burning...
2026-02-0501 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesInterior Design for Mental Health: Building Your Sanctuary ft. Jessica BlancoEver feel like your living space is draining your energy instead of restoring it? In this episode, we sit down with interior designer Jessica Blanco to explore the powerful connection between our physical environments and mental wellbeing.Jessica brings a unique perspective, having transitioned from 20 years in education to interior design, where she noticed that how we start our day in our spaces carries with us through everything else. Whether you're living in a small apartment or a large home, the way your space is organized (or not) directly impacts how you feel.What You'll...
2026-02-0436 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesOne Big Beautiful Bill: Key Takeaways for Americans AbroadIn this episode of Passport To Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA is joined by Melissa Groves, CPA of Blue Haven Tax to break down what the One Big Beautiful Bill Act actually means for Americans living abroad.Together, they unpack the reality behind the headlines and address a common misconception among US expats that this legislation would eliminate the requirement to file US tax returns while living overseas. Spoiler alert: it does not.The conversation dives into what has changed, what has not, and how updated income thresholds and filing rules may impact US citizens abr...
2026-02-0331 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesEnsuring a Smooth Transition: Supporting Employees Back to Work ft. Mary FinnReturning to work after burnout can feel overwhelming. Will you fit in? Has everything changed? Are you really ready?Mary Finn, founder of Connect4Work and certified disability management professional, joins Karina to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to return to work after extended absence. With experience supporting both employees and organizations across Ireland, Mary brings unique insight into both sides of the return to work journey.This conversation explores the fears employees face, the mistakes managers make, and the communication gaps that keep people in limbo. Mary shares how return...
2026-02-0151 minBack After BurnoutEnsuring a Smooth Transition: Supporting Employees Back to Work ft. Mary FinnReturning to work after burnout can feel overwhelming. Will you fit in? Has everything changed? Are you really ready?Mary Finn, founder of Connect4Work and certified disability management professional, joins Karina to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to return to work after extended absence. With experience supporting both employees and organizations across Ireland, Mary brings unique insight into both sides of the return to work journey.This conversation explores the fears employees face, the mistakes managers make, and the communication gaps that keep people in limbo. Mary shares how return...
2026-02-0151 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesRaising a Family Abroad: A Guide for American Expats Working OverseasRaising a Family Abroad as American Expats: Working Overseas with KidsWhat does it really take to build a life abroad when you are not just moving for work, but raising a family at the same time?In this episode of Passport To Wealth™, Arielle Tucker CFP®,EA sits down with Monica Virga Alborno, an expert in supporting Americans working abroad, to unpack the realities of expat family life. Together, they explore how career decisions, immigration status, and long-term planning change when children are part of the picture.Monica shares practical insights on nav...
2026-01-2729 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesHow to Live As a Digital Nomad in EuropeIn this episode of Passport To Wealth™, Arielle Tucker CFP®, EA sits down with international bestselling author and speaker Jordan Tarver to explore what it truly means to choose a nomadic life abroad as an American. After surviving a life changing car accident, Jordan made a conscious decision to stop living on autopilot and begin designing a life rooted in intention, awareness, and personal alignment. That decision ultimately led him to leave the US and live nomadically across Europe.Jordan shares the mindset shifts that helped him embrace uncertainty, redefine success, and navigate the emotional realities of bui...
2026-01-2025 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesBuilding Wealth Beyond Borders: Season Three LaunchSeason 3 of Passport To Wealth™ marks an exciting next chapter focused on the real financial, tax, and immigration challenges Americans face when living abroad. Hosted by Arielle Tucker CFP®, EA, this season goes beyond surface level advice to deliver practical guidance on US expat taxes, cross border financial planning, visas, and relocation strategy.Listeners will hear from trusted experts and real US expats navigating life overseas, alongside the launch of Passport To Wealth™’s growing network of vetted fiduciary advisors. The goal is simple and powerful: to give Americans abroad the clarity, tools, and support they need to conf...
2026-01-1503 min
Back After BurnoutPost-Burnout Self-Care: What it's really aboutIn this episode of Back After Burnout, host Karina Schneider explores post-burnout self-care strategies that go beyond routine wellness activities, focusing on preventive and responsive approaches for sustainable workplace integration.Learn how to identify early warning signs, create actionable response plans, and build self-care systems that support your recovery journey as you navigate returning to work after burnout.Key Takeaways:Self-care after burnout requires two pillars: preventive strategies (building routines to prevent stress) and responsive strategies (quick actions when warning signs appear)Recovery is not linear—expect ups and downs during your first months ba...
2026-01-1508 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesPost-Burnout Self-Care: What it's really aboutIn this episode of Back After Burnout, host Karina Schneider explores post-burnout self-care strategies that go beyond routine wellness activities, focusing on preventive and responsive approaches for sustainable workplace integration.Learn how to identify early warning signs, create actionable response plans, and build self-care systems that support your recovery journey as you navigate returning to work after burnout.Key Takeaways:Self-care after burnout requires two pillars: preventive strategies (building routines to prevent stress) and responsive strategies (quick actions when warning signs appear)Recovery is not linear—expect ups and downs during your first months ba...
2026-01-1508 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesU.S. Expat Taxes: Year-End Strategies You Can't MissMoving abroad is exciting, but navigating US taxes as an expat can be overwhelming, confusing, and full of expensive pitfalls. In this episode, we sit down with Emily Haines, CPA, the CEO & Founder of Xpatax Solutions, and Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, to break down the biggest mistakes Americans make when living and working overseas and how to avoid them.Whether you're already an expat or preparing to move abroad, this episode gives you the clarity you need on topics like foreign tax credits (Form 1116), PFICs, foreign pensions, local retirement accounts, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE), and y...
2025-12-0925 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesWho is in your Care Team?In this episode of Back after Burnout, host Karina Schneider discusses the importance of having a support system during your return to work after experiencing burnout. She explores the concept of a "care team" - the people who can provide specific support as you transition back to your professional life.Key takeaways:How to identify your personal care team membersThe importance of communicating your specific needs to your support networkPractical examples of support requests for different relationshipsOvercoming hesitation in asking for helpThis episode provides actionable steps to ensure you have the right support...
2025-12-0105 minBack After BurnoutWho is in your Care Team?In this episode of Back after Burnout, host Karina Schneider discusses the importance of having a support system during your return to work after experiencing burnout. She explores the concept of a "care team" - the people who can provide specific support as you transition back to your professional life.Key takeaways:How to identify your personal care team membersThe importance of communicating your specific needs to your support networkPractical examples of support requests for different relationshipsOvercoming hesitation in asking for helpThis episode provides actionable steps to ensure you have the right support...
2025-12-0105 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesHow to Thrive Abroad: A Psychologist’s Guide for US ExpatsWhat does it take to truly thrive abroad, not just survive?In this eye-opening episode, host Arielle Tucker CFP®, EA sits down with intercultural psychologist and expat coach Deborah Dahab to explore the deeper, often overlooked side of international relocation.Together, they unpack why moving abroad isn’t a magic fix and how Americans can better prepare emotionally and psychologically for the journey. Deborah shares personal stories from her own expat life, practical strategies for building resilience, and the importance of defining your own version of success. From understanding cultural shock to building a support system and ali...
2025-11-1830 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesBuilding Change Capacity featuring Oksana ProkhorovaWhy does change feel so threatening—even when we know it's good for us?In this episode, transformation leader Oksana Prokhorova reveals the neuroscience behind our stress responses and shares practical tools to build change capacity without burning out. She explains how our amygdala treats workplace deadlines like predatory tigers, why that 10-minute walk between meetings is a non-negotiable, and the surprising truth about when to drink your morning coffee.If you're navigating a return to work after burnout or simply trying to stay resilient through constant change, Oksana offers evidence-based strategies that actually work—from...
2025-11-1538 minBack After BurnoutBuilding Change Capacity featuring Oksana ProkhorovaWhy does change feel so threatening—even when we know it's good for us?In this episode, transformation leader Oksana Prokhorova reveals the neuroscience behind our stress responses and shares practical tools to build change capacity without burning out. She explains how our amygdala treats workplace deadlines like predatory tigers, why that 10-minute walk between meetings is a non-negotiable, and the surprising truth about when to drink your morning coffee.If you're navigating a return to work after burnout or simply trying to stay resilient through constant change, Oksana offers evidence-based strategies that actually work—from...
2025-11-1538 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesMoving to Spain from the US: What Americans Need to KnowIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, sits down with Christopher J. Hughey, entrepreneur and founder of Americans Moving to Spain, to uncover what US citizens really need to know before taking the leap abroad. From navigating Spain’s digital nomad and non-lucrative visas to understanding how culture, bureaucracy, and lifestyle differ from the US, this episode pulls back the curtain on what life in Spain truly looks like for Americans.Christopher shares what inspired him to create a platform helping thousands of US expats move abroad, the most common mistakes Americans make...
2025-11-1129 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesFinancial Planning Tips for US Expats & Global ProfessionalsIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA is joined by cross-border financial expert Jane Mepham, CFP®, founder of Elgon Financial Advisors and host of the International Money Cafe podcast. Together, they dive deep into the financial, legal, and tax challenges immigrants, expats, and globally mobile professionals face when moving to or from the United States.Whether you're entering the U.S. on a work visa like H-1B or L-1, or preparing to repatriate or retire abroad, this episode covers the real-world planning opportunities and pitfalls that could cost you thousands if overlooked. T...
2025-11-0429 minBack After BurnoutReturning to Work Starts with Who You Want to BeComing back to work after burnout isn't just about resuming what you did before, with better stress management techniques.It’s about reshaping how you choose to live, work, and lead yourself.Today, we’re exploring how recovery is often a wake-up call—a chance to reconnect with who you are and what matters most. And how living more in line with your values can help you build a work life that is sustainable, fulfilling and burnout-proof.00:29 Real-Life Examples01:58 What are you values, really?03:56 Confronting our Values05:11 Aligni...
2025-11-0110 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesReturning to Work Starts with Who You Want to BeComing back to work after burnout isn't just about resuming what you did before, with better stress management techniques.It’s about reshaping how you choose to live, work, and lead yourself.Today, we’re exploring how recovery is often a wake-up call—a chance to reconnect with who you are and what matters most. And how living more in line with your values can help you build a work life that is sustainable, fulfilling and burnout-proof.00:29 Real-Life Examples01:58 What are you values, really?03:56 Confronting our Values05:11 Aligni...
2025-11-0110 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesWould You Move Abroad for Love? One American's Journey to ItalyIn this episode of For a trusted path to expert cross-border guidance don't forget to go to passporttowealth.com . , host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Ambika Mathur, model, creator, and founder of Travel with Amby, to explore her journey from Southern California to Naples, Italy. After dreaming of life abroad for years, Ambika took a leap of faith by booking a one-way ticket to Europe that led her not only to a new country but also to love.Today, she shares her honest insights about what it’s really like to move abroad as...
2025-10-2824 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesFrom Visas to Venture: How Tech Streamlines Global RelocationIn this episode of the Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, sits down with Saaya Sorrells-Weatherford, the CEO and co-founder of Emigreat, a regtech startup simplifying the global relocation process for companies and immigrants alike.Saaya shares her deeply personal story of navigating complex immigration systems across multiple countries, from her multicultural upbringing in Japan to building a purpose-driven tech company in Sweden. Together, Arielle and Saaya discuss the realities of moving abroad, the hidden challenges of cross-border living, and the rising global trends shaping immigration policy. This thoughtful conversation unpacks what it means to be an “ac...
2025-10-2137 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesShould I stay or should I go?In this episode of Back after Burnout, we tackle one of the most challenging questions facing professionals recovering from burnout: should I stay in my current role or move on? Karina Schneider breaks down the decision-making process beyond simple pros and cons lists, offering a thoughtful framework to help you make choices aligned with your values and wellbeing.Key points covered:Why traditional pros/cons lists often fail for complex decisionsA six-step framework for making thoughtful career decisions post-burnoutHow to incorporate your values and non-negotiables into your decision processThe importance of "living as if" to test...
2025-10-1512 minBack After BurnoutShould I stay or should I go?In this episode of Back after Burnout, we tackle one of the most challenging questions facing professionals recovering from burnout: should I stay in my current role or move on? Karina Schneider breaks down the decision-making process beyond simple pros and cons lists, offering a thoughtful framework to help you make choices aligned with your values and wellbeing.Key points covered:Why traditional pros/cons lists often fail for complex decisionsA six-step framework for making thoughtful career decisions post-burnoutHow to incorporate your values and non-negotiables into your decision processThe importance of "living as if" to test...
2025-10-1512 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesRaising Kids Abroad: Expert Tips for Creating Strong Expat FamiliesRaising children abroad comes with unique rewards and challenges. In this episode, host Arielle Tucker, CFP® EA, sits down with Angela Vitiello MBA, MS Ed, founder of the Expat Parenting Collective, to explore how globally mobile families can thrive through transition. A coach, researcher, and expat parenting expert, Angela has lived in four countries across three continents and now helps families strengthen their communication, resilience, and relationships as they navigate expat life.From identity shifts and parental burnout to raising third culture kids and managing cross-cultural partnerships, Angela shares her research and lived experience to help parents build em...
2025-10-1423 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesMoving to Europe After 30: Visas, Challenges, and Life AbroadHave you ever wondered if it’s too late to move abroad after 30? For many women, the idea of starting fresh overseas feels out of reach, but Cepee Tabibian, founder of She Hit Refresh, proves otherwise.At 35, she sold her belongings, left Texas, and moved to Spain, a dream she had been chasing since she first visited Madrid at 21. That leap changed her life and sparked a movement.Today, Cepee is the author of I’m Outta Here: An American’s Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe, featured in Forbes as a trusted resource for Americ...
2025-10-0730 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesBoundaries in a Messy Reality featuring Emma SaccomaniIn this episode, we are joined by Emma Saccomani and together we cover a lot of ground on the hairy topic of boundaries. Whether you have gone through burnout or not, setting boundaries is a crucial life skill and a muscle we need to continue to build so we can stay healthy and productive as we navigate the messy reality of modern day life.Connect with Emmaemmasaccomani.comemma@emmasaccomani.comEmma Saccomani | LinkedInGet notified about her book – A Boundaries Toolkit for Messy RealityEmma’s Re...
2025-10-0139 minBack After BurnoutBoundaries in a Messy Reality featuring Emma SaccomaniIn this episode, we are joined by Emma Saccomani and together we cover a lot of ground on the hairy topic of boundaries. Whether you have gone through burnout or not, setting boundaries is a crucial life skill and a muscle we need to continue to build so we can stay healthy and productive as we navigate the messy reality of modern day life.Connect with Emmaemmasaccomani.comemma@emmasaccomani.comEmma Saccomani | LinkedInGet notified about her book – A Boundaries Toolkit for Messy RealityEmma’s Re...
2025-10-0139 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesMoving Abroad from the US: How to Choose and Plan Your New LifeIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, sits down with Jen Barnett, co-founder of Expatsi. She shares her personal story of leaving Alabama for Mérida, Mexico, and how her journey inspired the creation of Expatsi’s country-matching test and upcoming app.Jen also shares how she built the Expatsi Test to match Americans with their ideal country and how Expatsi now supports people through every step of the move-abroad process. From ideation to paperwork, logistics, and settling in, Expatsi is helping thousands of Americans create intentional lives abroad. Jen also reveals insights into today’...
2025-09-3028 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesGeorge Kinder: Redefining Retirement and Purpose for US ExpatsGeorge Kinder, internationally recognized as the father of the Life Planning movement, joins Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA on Passport to Wealth™ for a transformative conversation about money, purpose, and living intentionally abroad.Kinder is the founder of the Kinder Institute of Life Planning and the author of 12 books, including the groundbreaking The Seven Stages of Money Maturity, Lighting the Torch, and Life Planning for You. His pioneering work has inspired thousands of advisors and clients worldwide to center financial planning on people’s deepest values and life goals rather than just portfolios and spreadsheets.In this episode, George share...
2025-09-2326 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesHow to Move to Germany as an American: Expert Visa & Relocation TipsDreaming of starting a new life in Germany? In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, sits down with immigration and relocation specialists Hannah S. and Hena Vega Larios of Start Relocation to unpack the realities of moving abroad as a U.S. citizen. From navigating German immigration laws to securing a visa, finding housing, and adjusting to the culture, they share practical insights that make the transition to life in Germany smoother and more successful.The conversation highlights the new Opportunity Card visa, a game-changing option for job seekers, and breaks down what Americans need to k...
2025-09-1630 minBack After BurnoutHow Not to Panic During Your First Manager ConversationThat first conversation with your manager after a mental health absence can feel like a test you didn’t study for. In this episode, reintegration coach Karina Schneider shows you how to replace panic with a plan. You’ll learn practical workplace communication tips for preparing for return to work, what to say (and what you don’t have to say), and how to frame requests so they support both workplace mental health and business needs. Karina walks through six focus areas: appreciation, status, needs, check-in rhythm, your manager’s concerns, and team communication, so you can practice self advocacy...
2025-09-1512 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesU.S Expat Life in Italy: Taxes, Culture, and Planning SmarterIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Alex Ingrim, CEO of Liberty Atlantic Advisors, to unpack the realities of living abroad as an American in Italy. From navigating U.S. expat taxes and avoiding costly cross-border mistakes, to understanding Italy’s tax incentives like the 7% flat tax and impatriate regime, Alex brings his insider expertise to help you plan smarter.Together, Arielle and Alex discuss what everyday life in Italy looks like: family rhythms, financial culture, and the slower pace that often surprises new expats. They dive into the most common financial plann...
2025-09-0929 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesU.S. Expat Tax Burden: How the Residence-Based Taxation Movement Could Change EverythingIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, interviews Brandon Mitchener, Executive Director of Tax Fairness for Americans Abroad, to unpack the urgent fight for residence-based taxation.Brandon shares his personal story of living more than 35 years in Europe while still being subject to citizenship-based taxation (CBT) a system that forces millions of Americans abroad to file and pay U.S. taxes despite earning no U.S. income.Together, they explore the financial discrimination expats face, from banking restrictions and compliance costs to lost retirement opportunities and gender inequities.Listeners will learn why citizenship-based tax...
2025-09-0224 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesYour frequently asked questions, answered featuring Dr. Elizabeth FreiBurnout is more than just stress or exhaustion—it's a physical and neurological injury that affects how we function, recover, and live. In this episode, Karina sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Frei, a U.S.-trained and Swiss-certified clinical psychologist, to take a compassionate, science-based look at what burnout recovery truly involves—and how to navigate it in a sustainable, self-empowered way.Drawing from her work with international clients in Switzerland, Dr. Frei shares practical insights into recognizing burnout, seeking professional help, navigating medical leave, and returning to work without falling back into old patterns.This...
2025-09-0141 minBack After BurnoutYour frequently asked questions, answered featuring Dr. Elizabeth FreiBurnout is more than just stress or exhaustion—it's a physical and neurological injury that affects how we function, recover, and live. In this episode, Karina sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Frei, a U.S.-trained and Swiss-certified clinical psychologist, to take a compassionate, science-based look at what burnout recovery truly involves—and how to navigate it in a sustainable, self-empowered way.Drawing from her work with international clients in Switzerland, Dr. Frei shares practical insights into recognizing burnout, seeking professional help, navigating medical leave, and returning to work without falling back into old patterns.This...
2025-09-0141 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesYour Sign to Siesta: Bethany Stevens on Building a Slower, Richer Life in SpainIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Bethany Stevens, founder of Your Sign to Siesta, to discuss how burnout, big life changes, and a desire for deeper alignment can spark a life abroad.Bethany opens up about leaving the U.S. to escape the hustle and have more time for what really matters. She explains why she chose Spain as her new home, and how her experience inspired her to launch a platform dedicated to helping other Americans reimagine rest and reinvention overseas.From navigating Spain’s Non-Lucrative Visa to le...
2025-08-2626 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesReinventing Yourself Abroad: From Creative Burnout to CEO in FranceIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Céline Flores-Tavukcuoglu, founder and CEO of Céline Concierge, a bespoke luxury concierge service based in Paris. Originally from Texas, Céline shares how a one-way ticket to France turned into a 12-year journey building a thriving business and life in the City of Light.Céline walks us through her transition from film production to entrepreneurship, the realities of French bureaucracy, and the visa challenges many Americans overlook when moving abroad. Together, she and Arielle dive into the complexities of cross-border taxes, self-em...
2025-08-1932 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesAm I Ready? Five Reflective Questions to Know if it’s Time To ReturnStepping off stress leave into a full return to work can feel like standing on a foggy bridge: part of you has healed, yet doubts still swirl. In this episode, Karina Schneider dismantles the myth of being “100% ready” and shows why you should view the return to work as part of recovery, not proof that you’re "all set". Through her client, Carla’s, real-life story—and five revealing questions—you’ll learn to separate lingering anxiety from genuine unreadiness, gauge energy stability, and build the support scaffolding that turns an extended absence or FMLA break into a sustainable comeback.
2025-08-1511 minBack After BurnoutAm I Ready? Five Reflective Questions to Know if it’s Time To ReturnStepping off stress leave into a full return to work can feel like standing on a foggy bridge: part of you has healed, yet doubts still swirl. In this episode, Karina Schneider dismantles the myth of being “100% ready” and shows why you should view the return to work as part of recovery, not proof that you’re "all set". Through her client, Carla’s, real-life story—and five revealing questions—you’ll learn to separate lingering anxiety from genuine unreadiness, gauge energy stability, and build the support scaffolding that turns an extended absence or FMLA break into a sustainable comeback.
2025-08-1511 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesU.S. Expat Tax Mistakes, Business Structures & Life in Spain with Nicolás Castillo, CPAIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Nicolás Castillo, CPA, founder of Rook International CPAs and Advisors, to demystify the tax complexities U.S. expats face abroad. From setting up a business in Spain to navigating Social Security agreements and international tax filings, Nicolás shares practical advice for digital nomads, remote workers, and entrepreneurs building global lives. U.S. expat taxation is notoriously complicated, but Nicolás breaks down everything from the Beckham Law and self-employment pitfalls to how tax treaties and reporting thresholds really work. Learn how to avoid th...
2025-08-1228 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesHow to Move Abroad with Confidence: GTFO Tours Founder Bethany Quinn Shares Her Expat JourneyIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, welcomes Bethany Quinn, founder of GTFO Tours, for a candid conversation about relocation, reinvention, and what’s driving more Americans especially women and LGBTQ+ folks to seriously consider life abroad.Bethany shares how her own political and professional burnout in the U.S. led her to make a bold leap to the Netherlands, where she now helps others navigate their own exits. What started as a personal move turned into a full-fledged movement: GTFO Tours now provides community, coaching, and in-person support for Americans ready to start...
2025-08-0527 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesThe Mindset Shift: Work as Part of Burnout RecoveryThe passage from stress leave to a full return to work is neither linear nor instantaneous. In this episode, career reintegration coach Karina Schneider argues that stepping back into the workplace is an active stage of recovery—one that calls for deliberate pacing, realistic expectations and shared responsibility between employee and employer.Karina explores the common emotional turbulence that accompanies the first weeks after mental-health leave—from lingering fatigue to the fear of under-performing—and explains why prolonging an extended absence can actually complicate reintegration. She uses fresh data to show that many professionals fail to thrive post-l...
2025-08-0109 minBack After BurnoutThe Mindset Shift: Work as Part of Burnout RecoveryThe passage from stress leave to a full return to work is neither linear nor instantaneous. In this episode, career reintegration coach Karina Schneider argues that stepping back into the workplace is an active stage of recovery—one that calls for deliberate pacing, realistic expectations and shared responsibility between employee and employer.Karina explores the common emotional turbulence that accompanies the first weeks after mental-health leave—from lingering fatigue to the fear of under-performing—and explains why prolonging an extended absence can actually complicate reintegration. She uses fresh data to show that many professionals fail to thrive post-l...
2025-08-0109 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesThe PFIC Problem: Expert Guidance from Matthew Hitchcock, CPAIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Matthew Hitchcock, CPA and founder of Hitchcock & Partner GmbH, to demystify one of the most complex and misunderstood parts of expat taxes: Passive Foreign Investment Companies (PFICs).Whether you're investing in a foreign mutual fund or unknowingly triggering PFIC rules through a local retirement account, Matthew breaks down exactly how PFICs work, why they exist, and the real risks of getting it wrong, including harsh tax penalties and indefinite IRS examination windows.If you’re a U.S. citizen living abroad and inves...
2025-07-2926 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesWhy U.S. Academics Are Leaving: Dr. Jonah Otto on Life in German AcademiaWhat would make an American academic sell everything and move across the world for a new career? In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Dr. Jonah Otto, Assistant Professor at the University of Augsburg, to unpack what’s driving more U.S. scholars to consider international academic careers particularly in Germany.Jonah shares his personal journey from Indiana to Europe, where a partnership between universities turned into a fully funded PhD opportunity, a civil servant academic position, and eventually German citizenship. Together, Arielle and Jonah explore the major differences between U.S. an...
2025-07-2227 min
SwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesThe Courage to Start Over: From NYC to Portugal with Vivian Najib of FTB HomeIn this episode of Passport to Wealth™, Vivian Najib, founder of FTB Home and creator of The Expat Diaries newsletter, sits down with us to explore what it really takes to build a life you love in a new country.Vivian’s journey began with a one-way ticket to Thailand and unfolded into a 9-year global adventure through Cambodia, Vietnam, and long-term house-sitting across Europe before finally landing in Portugal. She shares what it was like to navigate culture shock, secure legal residency, and slowly build a version of home that felt true to her.This cand...
2025-07-1534 minBack After BurnoutWhy You Need to Prepare for Your Return to WorkThe transition from a period of burnout to a successful return to work is not merely a matter of resuming one’s previous role; it is a nuanced process that requires careful navigation and support.Throughout the discussion, Karina talks about the various emotional responses that individuals may encounter as they reintegrate into their workplaces, including apprehension and a sense of inadequacy. It is imperative to understand that the workplace environment plays a significant role in either facilitating or hindering this transition.Karina reviews the statistics that reveal a disheartening reality: a substantial number of in...
2025-07-1508 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesWhy You Need to Prepare for Your Return to WorkThe transition from a period of burnout to a successful return to work is not merely a matter of resuming one’s previous role; it is a nuanced process that requires careful navigation and support.Throughout the discussion, Karina talks about the various emotional responses that individuals may encounter as they reintegrate into their workplaces, including apprehension and a sense of inadequacy. It is imperative to understand that the workplace environment plays a significant role in either facilitating or hindering this transition.Karina reviews the statistics that reveal a disheartening reality: a substantial number of in...
2025-07-1508 minSwissCast Shows: Where Swiss Life Meets English VoicesFrom Sick Leave to Fit-to-Work—Meet Back After Burnout with Karina SchneiderBurnout isn’t just “feeling tired.” It can lead to stress leave, months of sick leave, or even an extended absence that leaves you wondering if you’ll ever feel “fit to work” again. In this bite-size trailer, certified career-reintegration coach Karina Schneider lays out what you can expect from the podcast that bridges the gap between medical clearance and confident return to work.In 180 seconds you’ll hear:• Why the “messy middle” after burnout is rarely discussed—and why we’re tackling it head-on.• The roadmap we’ll follow: reset → reintegration → sustainable high performance.• How we...
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