46. Living Through 9/11 and a Serial Killer
This week, brother of the podcast joins Lauren to talk about what it was like growing up in Silver Spring Maryland, as kids during September 11th and the DC Sniper killing spree. Become a P...
28 Sep 1h 29min
45. the Expat Friendship Cycle
This week, host Lauren is discussing the reality of friendships while living abroad and going through her own graveyard of friendships after 11 years in China. Become a Patron...
14 Sep 1h 25min
43. Realities of Moving Abroad
This was Patreon exclusive that I'm sharing here on the main feed (I had tech issues with the episode I had planned for this week) After 10 years in China, I'm sharing the honest, messy, and nuanced r...
20 Aug 51min
42. Travel AITAH
This week, host Lauren is reading some good ol' Am I the Asshole" stories centered around traveling.Become a PatronShare your stories!Send a voice note...
6 Aug 1h 3min
41. My Uncle's Footsteps Through Ireland
Today I'm joined by my mom, who introduces her Uncle Phil, who first traveled to Ireland in 1971 to film a documentary about the places that our family then visited 50 years later.Become a Patro...
21 Juli 1h 15min
40. My family trip to Ireland
I finally took a family trip to Ireland—and it ended up being amazing!In this episode, I'm sharing the highs, the mishaps, the pubs, the scones, the tiny country roads, and the unexpected things about...
7 Juli 1h 20min
39. No Privacy in China: Squat Toilets
Alex joins host Lauren to chat surprising differences in privacy, personal space, and public life in China—from toilets and hospitals to banks and everyday interactions. Follow Alex on her:Instagram, ...
22 Juni 1h 45min
