The Backstory: The Islands Where Millionaires Went to Disappear

About this episode

This episode explores the phenomenon of wealthy individuals choosing to disappear from their lives and start anew.

Ever wish you could simply disappear? Maybe you’re sick of a job, a relationship, or responsibilities you can’t see your way past. More than a few folks have done it, though admittedly it takes money and the ability to disconnect from everything in your life, not just the difficulties. It’s all about former masters of the universe creating a new domain. Feel free to DM me if you have a story you’d like me to cover . . on Facebook it’s Patty Steele and on Instagram Real Patty Steele See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Patty Steele

Topics covered

• disappearance
• millionaires
• new beginnings
• personal stories
• society

Keywords

• disappear
• millionaires
• new domain
• responsibilities
• stories

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