Nomadic Diaries
Welcome to Nomadic Diaries, the podcast that goes beyond travel tales to help you thrive abroad.
We're here for you, fellow expats and nomads. Through in-depth conversations with those living extraordinary lives overseas, we uncover the mindsets, habits, and strategies that turn global living into profound personal growth.
Feeling unsettled by constant moves or struggling to adapt? We've got you covered. Each episode is packed with real wisdom to help you navigate challenges, expand your perspectives, and design your dream lifestyle – no matter where you call home.
Join us to discover how your expatriate or nomadic experience can be a powerful vehicle for self-discovery and personal evolution. Because living abroad should be more than just collecting passport stamps – it's about becoming the best version of yourself.
Nomadic Diaries
Wanderlust Unleashed
Jean Marie DiGiovanna interviews host Doreen Cumberford in this episode, discussing the purpose of Nomadic Diaries and the lessons that may be learned when our wanderlust is unleashed.
Unveiling the Podcast's Why
Doreen Cumberford begins by shedding light on the motivation for creating Nomadic Diaries. As someone who gravitates towards verbal engagement and authentic conversations, she found the podcasting medium to be the perfect platform for sharing transformative stories, insights, and secrets gathered from her vast experiences as a coach, speaker, expat and.......
Why Start a Podcast....
a) To build local and global competency,
b) Provide information and inspiration to support Third Culture Kids
c) Call out the recovery program that is Repatriation back to one's home country
d) Reveal the studies on distance living, cross cultural lifestyles and migration
e) To provide strategies and resources to the globally mobile communities
From unpacking the reasoning behind starting the podcast to diving into concepts of global competency, third culture kids, and heart-to-heart connections that transcend borders, she provides a wealth of wisdom and inspiration.
The Significance of Nomadic Diaries
We are seeking to serve a diverse audience, including expats, global nomads and people who have not yet adopted labels but are building lives full-time overseas. While delving into the 'why' of travel, our real aim is to inspire, empower, and be the "guide on the side" for people who are facing challenging journeys overseas. ,
Expansive Tools
The podcast covers a wide array of topics, from interculturalism, stories, and examples to academic discussions and practical advice. By fostering community, the podcast equips its listeners with the tools necessary to set realistic travel goals, navigate obstacles, and understand the unintended consequences of living a nomadic lifestyle.
What is Global Competency And Why do we Need it?
Doreen delves into the concept of global competency, emphasizing the importance of understanding cultural nuances, behaviors, and values, as well as the necessity of cultural intelligence for effective intercultural communication. By helping people build heart-to-heart connections that bridge cultural barriers, Nomadic Diaries advocates for a more empathetic and interconnected world.
Navigating the Expatriate Lifestyle
Doreen has worn many hats as a professional expat in government then corporate environments, then segueing into the role as a corporate spouse. She is married to a TCK and having raised one in Saudi Arabia. All these roles have delivered insight and a common sense approach to lives built overseas.
Doreen believes that no matter where we are, we can use our journeys as springboards for personal growth. By sharing personal stories and quizzing experts and authors, the podcast aims to shed light on the complexities of navigating an expatriate lifestyle.
Where stories might wander but purpose finds a home!!!