Nicole Bannister: Let's Talk About Cultural Immersion and SEX

Nicole Bannister: Let's Talk About Cultural Immersion and SEX

In this episode I am joined by the wonderfully boisterous and open Nicole Bannister. Topics covered include: * Cultural appropriation vs cultural appreciation * Why the peace corps is great for cultural immersion * What does it mean to be sex positive * Talking to our parents about sex even when they don't want to hear it * The power in storytelling Follow Nicole on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theycallmebanz/]Follow My Basketball Team on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mybasketballteam/] Follow Borderless on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/borderlessthepodcast/]Follow Jessica on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thejessicasoares/]Check out Jessica's Website [https://www.jessicasoarescoaching.com/]

Maria Eilersen: What is Yoga Actually?

In this episode I chat with the incredible Maria Eilersen, entrepreneur, yoga teacher, and fellow TCK. Topics covered in this episode include: * The difference in going to school in your passport country, an international school, and a public local school * Living in a country before it really has an "expat community" * Why yoga is much more than a simple physical exercise * How awful spiritual bypassing is and the role of wellness in social justice * Entrepreneurship and the importance of PR Follow Maria on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/maria.eilersen/] Follow Be Conscious PR on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/beconsciouspr/] Check out Maria's Website [https://www.beconsciouspr.com/about] Book a Free Call with Maria to Discuss all your PR Needs [https://calendly.com/beconsciouspr] Follow Borderless on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/borderlessthepodcast/] Follow Jessica on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thejessicasoares/] Check out Jessica's Website [https://www.jessicasoarescoaching.com/]

Joyce Halsey: What Role Do Educators Play in Shaping Young TCK Minds?

If you have been following the podcast from the very first episode then you heard me mention how one of my dream guests was my former high school principal and IB Extended Essay advisor, the absolutely incredible Joyce Halsey. Joyce is a career educator and has worked in various different positions and iterations of working with international school. In this episode we talk about: * the contrast in teaching at a local public school in Missouri vs. moving to international schools * the "bubble" on international schools * the effect, both positive of negative of having dominant English-speaking countries shaping the education in cultures that are not their own * the responsibility of educators in navigating cultural sensitivity and leaving the "bubble" themselves * the culture shock of moving from an international community to a monocultural environment * the behind-the-scenes of what goes on at International Schools Follow Jessica on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thejessicasoares/] Follow Borderless on Facebook [https://web.facebook.com/Borderless-The-Podcast-104815267975490] Follow Borderless on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/borderlessthepodcast/]

Alberto Frezza: Overcoming Geographical Limitations to Make Your Dreams Come True

Aaaannnnndddddd......we're back with Season 2!! In this episode, I interview an old friend and an actor I am sure many of you will recognize, Alberto Frezza! We talk about: * growing up in Ethiopia * the unique integration of the Italian community in Ethiopia * re-framing the idea of failure * how being a TCK helps us become better artists * going after your dreams and more The most important takeaway from this episode is the importance of community and community care and on that note, please check out the link for the Go Fund Me mentioned in the episode. Any contribution will help make a difference and spreading the world can be an even greater ripple effect. Go Fund Me Campaign [https://www.gofundme.com/f/bf642w-cancer-research?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet] Follow Alberto on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/albertofrezza/?hl=en] Follow Jessica on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thejessicasoares/?hl=en] Follow Borderless on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/borderlessthepodcast/?hl=en] Follow Borderless on Facebook [https://web.facebook.com/Borderless-The-Podcast-104815267975490]

Paulina on the Road: What Does it Really Mean to be a Digital Nomad?

In this episode, I sit down over breakfast and have a conversation with the lovely Paulina on the Road! We met by pure kismet and it was a joy to interview her after having read her blog many a time. Topics discussed in this episode include: * How Paulina became a full time travel blogger * How to pivot during times of change * The importance of multiple streams of income * What does it mean to be an ethical and sustainable traveler * The positives and the negatives of being a digital nomad * The effects of social media As always, if this episode speaks to you, please rate, review, subscribe, and share! Follow Borderless on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/borderlessthepodcast/]Follow Borderless on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Borderless-The-Podcast-104815267975490] Follow Jessica on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thejessicasoares/] Read Paulina's Blog [https://paulinaontheroad.com/] Follow Paulina on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/paulina_on_the_road/?hl=en] Follow Paulina on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/paulinaontheroad/] Purchase Paulina's Cabo Verde Guidebook HERE [https://paulinaontheroad.com/cape-verde-travel-guide-book/?fbclid=IwAR25owHH8NxP4pO1lKHkDrUkGKhbiAqlfi0a9nVUfhZAmUxhbqGEZJaBVVE]