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Almost Local

Almost Local

By: Maria Barciela
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Kind Conversations about embracing Life Abroad;

Honest reflections of expat life, one coffee and story at a time.


© 2025 Almost Local
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Episodes
  • Almost Local Episode #3 - My little "expat" workbook
    May 5 2025

    Join Maria as she introduces Almost Local Episode #3, featuring her delightful "expat" workbook!

    🎒 Grab your free Little Expat Workbook – your pocket guide to navigating expat life with more clarity and confidence! [Download it here]

    🌍 Follow @almosttlocal on Instagram – where expats connect, vent, laugh, and build their second (or third!) homes together.

    🎙️ Wanna be part of the crew?
    Got a voice, a story, or just a love for mics and meaningful chats? You could co-host an episode with Maria or share your journey on the blog! Slide into our DMs or visit almost-local.com to pitch your idea.

    💌 Join the newsletter for sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes moments, and upcoming workshops.

    🎧 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps more than you know!


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    10 mins
  • Almost Local - Episode #2 Navigating Life Abroad
    Apr 19 2025

    In this solo episode, Maria unpacks five of the biggest dilemmas many expats face—identity, belonging, purpose, relationships, and the elusive idea of "home." Drawing from her journey and countless conversations with others living abroad, she invites you to reflect on what it means to build a life between cultures.

    🎒 Grab your free Little Expat Workbook – your pocket guide to navigating expat life with more clarity and confidence! [Download it here]

    🌍 Follow @almosttlocal on Instagram – where expats connect, vent, laugh, and build their second (or third!) homes together.

    🎙️ Wanna be part of the crew?
    Got a voice, a story, or just a love for mics and meaningful chats? You could co-host an episode with Maria or share your journey on the blog! Slide into our DMs or visit almost-local.com to pitch your idea.

    💌 Join the newsletter for sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes moments, and upcoming workshops.

    🎧 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps more than you know!


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    11 mins
  • Almost Local Episode #1 - Intro with Maria
    Apr 19 2025

    Welcome to Almost Local! In this kickoff episode, Maria shares the story behind the podcast, what inspired her to start it, and what you can expect in the episodes to come. From cultural shifts to personal growth, this is a space for honest conversations about the messy, beautiful reality of life abroad.

    🎒 Grab your free Little Expat Workbook – your pocket guide to navigating expat life with more clarity and confidence! [Download it here]

    🌍 Follow @almosttlocal on Instagram – where expats connect, vent, laugh, and build their second (or third!) homes together.

    🎙️ Wanna be part of the crew?
    Got a voice, a story, or just a love for mics and meaningful chats? You could co-host an episode with Maria or share your journey on the blog! Slide into our DMs or visit almost-local.com to pitch your idea.

    💌 Join the newsletter for sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes moments, and upcoming workshops.

    🎧 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps more than you know!


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    6 mins

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