Moving to New Zealand - Eagles to Kiwis6 Jul

From Oregon to Ōtautahi: Karl Discusses Raising Kids, Making Friends & Settling in Christchurch, New Zealand - 11 years in!

This week I'm joined by Karl, an American who moved from Portland, Oregon to Christchurch in 2015 and never left. Eleven years on, he shares what it's really like to build a life here, from arriving on a work visa (and shipping two dogs through the blood-tests), to raising two Kiwi kids, to re-entering the dating scene in Christchurch after experiencing a divorce after moving here. Karl also shares his perspective as a Black American in Christchurch, something listeners have specifically asked to hear.

We get into the stuff people actually want to know: why it's so hard to break into the "Christchurch club" and how Karl found his people through expat meetups, what work-life balance and four weeks of annual leave actually look like, grass-fed everything, freezing old houses (new build = warm, trust us), cheap golf, and healthcare, including the difference between a $50,000 C-section bill in the US and a $50 home birth here.

Whether you're planning your move or just curious about life on the other side, Karl's take is honest, relaxed, and full of practical advice, including why your five-year-old might end up scooting to school alone.

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