Rooted and Routed Podcast

🎧 Are you an expat navigating the complexities of life abroad? Whether you’re looking for information about school curriculums and extracurricular activities for your kids, or finding connections from your roots to new routes, or integrating with local culture while embracing your own, or adapting to a new climate—the answers aren't always clear before we actually start the expat journey.

But what if you could find possible solutions to these challenges from fellow expats? This podcast is just the place you're looking for.

Join us at the Rooted and Routed Podcast, where we dive into community, culture, and connection through the expat experience!

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Berlin to Goa and Everywhere in Between: Pavi’s Life as a Digital Nomad | Pavi Lustig | Part 1

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12/06/24 • 35 min

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🎙️ Meet Pavi Lustig, a voice actor, digital vomad (Vomad - Voice Over Nomad), and filmmaker who has worked with iconic brands like Apple, Netflix, Amazon, and BMW. In this episode of Rooted and Routed Podcast, Pavi shares his incredible journey—from a multicultural upbringing to crafting a unique career that spans continents and industries.
🌟 What you’ll discover in this episode:
• How Pavi’s fascinating background shaped his career in voiceover and audio engineering.
• His transition from audio engineering to voice acting and the evolution of his craft.
• The story behind his award-winning short film, Enfield is Prayer: Mystery of the Family Library.
• Insights into the versatility of voiceover work and why ‘the right voice’ matters more than a ‘good voice.’
• Behind-the-scenes stories of voicing for global brands and navigating diverse client needs.
• The challenges and rewards of balancing a nomadic lifestyle with a demanding career.
• Fun anecdotes, including creating DIY recording studios in hotels and adapting to different environments.
• The shift in advertising trends toward more conversational, human styles.
Pavi’s story is a masterclass in creativity, resilience, and finding success in unexpected places. Whether you’re curious about digital nomadism, voice acting, or creative careers, this episode is filled with inspiration and actionable insights!
🔗 Watch now, and stay tuned for part two to dive even deeper into the life of a traveling voice artist.
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Why Financial Literacy and Soft Skills Should Be Part of Every Child’s Education

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02/01/25 • 26 min

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In this insightful episode of the Rooted and Routed Podcast, Landry Tchapda dives deep into the complexities of raising children while moving across multiple countries and the challenges of adapting to different school systems. From Germany to India and now Australia, Landry shares his wisdom on education, resilience, leadership, and living in the present while embracing multicultural environments.

Key Takeaways:

The Role of Financial Literacy and Soft Skills in Education: Landry highlights the importance of teaching children life skills like financial literacy, public speaking, and resilience to prepare them for real-world challenges.
Adapting to New Cultures and Languages: Landry discusses how children adapt faster than adults when moving to new environments and the importance of extracurricular activities in bridging cultural gaps.
Balancing Academic Pressure and Emotional Well-Being: He emphasizes the need for schools and parents to equally prioritize emotional development alongside academics.
Reintegration Challenges: Moving between private international and public school systems comes with its hurdles, and Landry shares tips for smooth transitions.
The Power of Inspiration and Continuous Learning: Landry believes that a combination of practical experience and inspiration from books (like those by Simon Sinek and Robin Sharma) is essential for leadership growth. He stresses the importance of implementing lessons from different perspectives and making them part of your journey.
The Importance of Being Present: Instead of overthinking future challenges, Landry advises families to focus on integrating and thriving in the present.

"Home is where you are currently. Make sure you’re fully integrated and living in the moment instead of worrying too much about what’s next."

Tune in to this inspiring conversation for insights on education, personal growth, and navigating life as an expat family. [Insert Link to Podcast]

Let us know: What’s your biggest challenge or learning when it comes to balancing education and family life abroad?

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Connecting Through Culture and Adventure: Josh Boyles’ India Experience

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01/03/25 • 35 min

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First episode of 2025! In this episode we had the honor to have Josh Boyles, an American expat who has been living in Pune, India, for almost two years. Josh shares his inspiring journey of cultural immersion, his passion for outdoor activities, and his commitment to giving back to Indian society.

Key Highlights from the Episode:

1. Cultural Understanding: Josh talks about his early experiences with international cultures and how his curiosity led him to study French and ethnography, setting the foundation for his deep dive into India’s rich history and traditions.

2. Learning Indian Culture: He explains how understanding Hindu culture and reading The Indian Epics helped him connect with locals and gain insight into Indian festivals and traditions.

3. Cultural Surprises: Josh reflects on India’s unique time orientation and the unpredictability of the school calendar, which challenges personal holiday planning. He embraces the country’s ‘organized chaos’.

4. Outdoor Activities: As a certified ski instructor and rock climber, Josh continues his outdoor pursuits in India, discovering rock climbing spots in Pune and sharing his passion for trekking and climbing with his team.

5. Work-Life Balance: Josh highlights the importance of outdoor activities for team building and how taking colleagues on trekking or rock climbing trips improves relationships and productivity.

6. Expats and Locals Connecting: Josh discusses how sharing passions, like rock climbing, helps bridge the gap between expats and locals, fostering meaningful cultural exchanges.

If you’re curious about cultural adaptation, outdoor adventures, or how to navigate life as an expat in India, this episode is filled with insightful stories and practical tips.

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Finding ‘Home’ as a Digital Nomad: Pavi Lustig’s Story

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12/13/24 • 41 min

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In Part 2 of Rooted and Routed, Pavi Lustig dives deeper into his journey as a voice actor, digital nomad, and global citizen. With a multicultural upbringing and a love for travel, Pavi shares how his experiences have shaped his career, lifestyle, and personal growth.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

1. Reflections on cultural adaptation, multilingualism, and the evolving nomadic community.

2. How Pavi balances flexibility, stability, and mental well-being while traveling the world.

3. Insights into India as his “spiritual home” and its influence on his creative journey.

4. The art of building portable studios and working seamlessly across time zones.

5. Reflections on the evolving nomadic community and terms like “perpetual traveler.”

6. Funny anecdotes, including a motorcycle mishap in Goa and its life lessons.

7. A sneak peek into his autobiographical short film project inspired by India.

8. Tips for aspiring digital nomads on embracing flexibility and overcoming challenges.

This episode is a captivating blend of inspiration, practicality, and storytelling,

offering a masterclass in adaptability, creativity, and redefining career boundaries.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!

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Are Career Breaks Holding You Back or Pushing You Forward?

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11/23/24 • 25 min

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Meet Rebecca, a coach who empowers individuals through pivotal moments of transition in their personal and professional lives. From career breaks to sabbaticals, Rebecca specializes in helping people at crossroads gain clarity and invest in a future version of themselves that they can be proud of.

Through personalized coaching and her signature career transition program, Rebecca provides a supportive and nurturing environment to explore your values, strengths, and goals. Her work is about redefining what success means to you, designing your next chapter, and making it a reality. She introduces the Japanese concept of Ikigai and shares how breaking free from limiting beliefs and societal expectations can create new opportunities, even in the face of challenges like visa restrictions for expat spouses.

In this episode of Rooted and Routed, Rebecca shares her journey and dives into topics like:

What inspired her to focus on career transitions and redefining success.

Helping clients uncover their unique values and turn challenges into opportunities.

Strategies for designing a “future self” that aligns with personal goals and passions.

A real-life success story of helping someone find balance and direction.

Advice for those feeling overwhelmed by choices or unsure of their next steps.

Rebecca’s unique perspective combines her love for coaching and living a balanced life surrounded by sunshine and loved ones.

Tune in for inspiration and tools to create a life you love!

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What I Learned from EK BETI EK CYCLE Will CHANGE the Way You Think About RURAL INDIAN GIRLS

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11/17/24 • 34 min

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In this heartfelt episode, Lou Henderson, a UK expat in Pune, shares the inspiring story of her involvement with Ek Beti Ek Cycle, an NGO founded by Indian triathlete Pragnya Mohan. Through this initiative, Lou helps provide bicycles to girls in rural Gujarat, empowering them to continue their education despite challenging transport barriers.
Lou reflects on the overwhelming experience of adapting to India’s vibrant culture, diverse languages, and community-driven projects. She also shares the highs and lows of expat life, from building impactful volunteer projects with local students to managing family connections across continents. With a passion for giving back and making a difference, Lou and the Ek Beti Ek Cycle team are paving the way for sustainable impact in India.
🔔 Tune in to hear Lou’s journey of transformation, cultural adaptation, and meaningful change abroad.
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ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | MARIE HELENE | Episode 9 | Part 1

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10/05/24 • 27 min

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In this Part 1 episode of Rooted and Routed Podcast, we explore the fascinating journey of Marie Hélène, a French expat who has lived in India, New York, and Europe. With corporate experience at Renault, KLM, and Tommy Hilfiger, Marie transitioned to become an independent brand strategist, excelling in remote work before it became mainstream.

Marie shares insights on adapting marketing strategies to different cultures, key challenges in global team management, and the importance of human-centric branding. She also dive into her wellness journey as a certified yoga instructor, explaining how yoga helps her balance corporate life, boost creativity, and integrate a personal touch in AI-driven content.

Join us for an engaging conversation on expat life, marketing, wellness, and personal growth!

Key Topics:

Expat challenges and rewards
Transition from corporate to independent brand strategist
Remote work and the future of work-life balance
Marketing across cultures and customer-centric strategies
The role of AI in copywriting and branding
The role of Discipline from yoga and wellness impact personal growth

Join us for an engaging discussion on how AI, wellness, and marketing come together to shape a more balanced and successful work-life approach.

ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | NADDY | EPISODE 8 | PART 1

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09/20/24 • 42 min

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Parenting, Veganism, Healthcare systems and Perimenopause : Naddy’s Expat Journey Through Four Countries

In this insightful episode of Rooted and Routed, host Sabiya welcomes Naddy, a multicultural mom and Cybernetic Engineer, who shares her experiences of living in four different countries while navigating health care, parenting, and a transition to a vegan lifestyle. Naddy’s journey takes us through Mexico, the United States, Germany, and the UK, each offering unique challenges and learning moments.

In this Part 1 episode, we discuss:

Healthcare Systems: Naddy shares her experiences with health care during her pregnancies across Mexico, the US, Germany, and the UK, highlighting the key differences in each country’s approach.
Parenting Across Cultures: From finding the right doctors to adjusting to different school systems, Naddy talks about the challenges of raising children in multicultural environments.
Vegan Lifestyle: The defining moment that led Naddy to adopt a vegan lifestyle and the challenges she faced transitioning to plant-based living in different countries.
Holistic vs. Medical Approaches: A comparison of how Europe and the US approach medicine and treatment, with a particular focus on holistic methods in Germany and the UK.
Multilingual Parenting: How her children adapted to learning new languages while moving across borders, and the role schools and teachers played in helping them integrate.
Perimenopause Awareness & Breaking the Silence: Naddy shares her personal experience with perimenopause, highlighting the lack of support from health systems and how it affects women both mentally and physically. Sabiya and Naddy explore why more women, including celebrities, need to speak openly about this phase to normalize conversations and provide much-needed support.
Motherhood, Identity & Holistic Health: Naddy reflects on the challenges of maintaining her identity while raising children as an expat. She shares how pursuing her passions, like podcasting, helps her create space for herself. They also explore holistic approaches to managing perimenopausal symptoms, such as yoga, and clean diets, inspired by Dr. Libby Weaver’s work.

Naddy’s stories of navigating different health care systems, embracing cultural diversity, and managing lifestyle changes will resonate with anyone living or planning a life abroad. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with practical insights on expat life, veganism, parenting and awareness of perimenopause that impacts every women. If you or someone you know is experiencing perimenopause, this episode will resonate deeply and offer valuable insights.

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From Life Experiences to Gourmet Success: The Journey of Api Mirpuri and Tutto Bene Delicatessen

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10/25/24 • 37 min

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In this Part 1 episode of Rooted and Routed, we’re joined by Api Mirpuri, a true global citizen who has lived across continents and worked in diverse industries. From growing up in Hong Kong to studying in Canada, and joining family owned clothing business in Czech, Api’s journey eventually led him to Pune, India, where a simple conversation with a chef sparked the idea for Tutto Bene—Pune’s first premium gourmet food supply store. Api’s story is filled with resilience, innovation, and a passion for connecting cultures.

Key Highlights:

Api’s unique journey across continents and industries
Transitioning from clothing to gourmet food, and the vision behind Tutto Bene
Challenges in educating staff on international products and serving diverse customers
Starting and growing a food business in Pune, including training staff and educating customers
Maintaining product freshness, high quality, and customer trust in a niche market
Successfully moving from a physical store to a fully online model during COVID and adapting to changing consumer habits
The importance of resilience, adaptability, and gratitude in business

Tune in to hear Api’s inspiring journey of persistence, connecting cultures through food, and building a successful business that adapted to change!

Stay Tuned for Part 2 of Api’s journey!

ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | VEERLE | Episode 10

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10/19/24 • 45 min

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Navigating Expat and Repat Life: Veerle’s Story Across Australia, Cambodia, Spain and back home in Netherlands.
In this episode of Rooted and Routed, host Sabiya Pathan-Withoeck sits down with Veerle from the Netherlands to explore her incredible journey from being an immigration lawyer to becoming a certified travel coach and Reiki practitioner. Veerle has lived and worked in Australia, Spain, and Cambodia, navigating the complexities of expatriation and repatriation, while guiding expats and travelers through the emotional highs and lows of global living.
In this episode, Veerle shares:
✅ Her experiences as an immigration specialist in Australia 🇦🇺
✅ Overcoming challenges like language barriers and cultural differences in Spain and Cambodia 🇪🇸 🇰🇭
✅ How her personal expat journey shaped her professional path 🌏
✅ Strategies for dealing with loneliness, building connections, and maintaining emotional well-being 💬🙏
✅ Practical tips on journaling, mindfulness, and staying connected with loved ones ✍️
✅ The role of family dynamics in the success of expat assignments and the importance of support for spouses 🎓🏠
This candid conversation provides invaluable insights into the challenges and rewards of living abroad. Whether you're planning your first move, already living the expat life, or just curious about cross-cultural experiences, Veerle’s story will inspire and empower you to thrive in new environments.
🎧 Watch the full episode to learn how to find balance, embrace personal growth, and build meaningful connections abroad.
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How many episodes does Rooted and Routed Podcast have?

Rooted and Routed Podcast currently has 30 episodes available.

What topics does Rooted and Routed Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Expat, Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Entrepreneur, Experience, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Journey.

What is the most popular episode on Rooted and Routed Podcast?

The episode title 'Episode 5 - Dieter Withoeck’s Expat Journey - Navigating Expat Life: Adaptation, Community and Cultural Integration | Part 2' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Rooted and Routed Podcast?

The average episode length on Rooted and Routed Podcast is 30 minutes.

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Episodes of Rooted and Routed Podcast are typically released every 7 days, 2 hours.

When was the first episode of Rooted and Routed Podcast?

The first episode of Rooted and Routed Podcast was released on Jul 5, 2024.

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