What It Really Be Like Podcast
Deep-dive conversatins with people who have interesting jobs or life experiences. We talk to folks about their origin stories, what they love or hate about their experience, and any advice they may have for the rest of us.
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Monday Mar 27, 2023
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Have you ever wondered what it really be like to move to a foreign country? In this episode, I speak with Kaitlin Wichmann who did exactly that! Kaitlin was born in the US and has lived in a few different countries, and she now calls Portugal home. We talk about why she made the move, her expectations versus the realities of expat life, things she has learned along the way, and if she will ever move back home.
If you'd like to learn more about Kaitlin and her business, you can follow her on instagram @kaitlinwichmann, her business page @workwithkaitlin, and her website is kaitlinwichmann.com
0:00 - Intro
1:34 - Why did you move abroad?
5:35 - Kaitlin the Freelancer
7:43 - Bali and beyond
9:32 - Lisbon 10:45 - The visa process
12:05 - The reception of the locals
15:05 - Lisbon realities vs expectations
15:52 - The language barrier
18:32 - Portuguese healthcare
20:55 - Things Kaitlin enjoys more about Portugal vs USA
22:42 - What about the downsides?
25:03 - New perspectives gained
26:27 - Perception of Americans abroad
29:51 - Things Kaitlin misses about the US
31:36 - Where will she go next?
33:06 - The Lisbon expat community
Do you, or someone you know, have an interesting job or life experience you'd like to share on the podcast? Reach out to us in our DM's here or on one of the channels below!
Instagram @wirblpod
Email: wirblpod@gmail.com
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Deep-dive conversations with people who have interesting jobs or life experiences. We talk to folks about their origin stories, what they love or hate about their experience, and any advice they may have for the rest of us.
This episode is about what it really be like to be a high school teacher. Javier Arredondo is teacher in San Diego, California. He is an thoughtful and charismatic guy with some interesting insight in the world of education. His students love him, and after listening to this episode, I'm sure you will too.
You can find Javy on Instagram @javarredondo
Timestamps:0:00:00 - Intro0:01:00 - Javy's life before teaching0:07:10 - Javy the counselor0:12:54 - The move from counselor to teacher0:20:29 - The interview process (cut short due to tech error)0:23:41 - Why Javy chose to teach at high school0:29:52 - The day-to-day details0:37:10 - Why do people hate math?0:44:44 - Back to the day-to-day0:53:35 - The creativity in teaching0:57:07 - The importance of a good teacher0:59:43 - Interacting with parents1:02:21 - The importance of feedback1:04:19 - Again: Teachers are important1:08:02 - How has teaching changed you as a person?1:14:32 - The downsides of teaching1:16:52 - What qualities make a good teacher?1:26:49 - Advice for those considering the job1:29:39 - Story time
Do you, or someone you know, have an interesting job or life experience you'd like to share on the podcast? Reach out to us in our DM's here or on one of the channels below!Instagram @wirblpodEmail: wirblpod@gmail.com
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Deep-dive conversations with people who have interesting jobs or life experiences. We talk to folks about their origin stories, what they love or hate about their experience, and any advice they may have for the rest of us.
What's it like to be a successful real estate agent? Michael Coxen has been helping people buy and sell property in Las Vegas for more than 12 years. He shares with us why he chose this industry, the aspects he likes and dislikes, tips for new agents, and helpful advice for those seeking to buy or sell property.
Michael's Instagram @michaelcoxenMichael's website https://thestandard.realestate/
Do you, or someone you know, have an interesting job or life experience you'd like to share on the podcast? Reach out to us in our DM's here or on one of the channels below!Instagram @wirblpodEmail: wirblpod@gmail.com
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