EXPAT FILES SHOW #1511, FRI, JUNE 12 (06-12-26)

EXPAT FILES SHOW #1511, FRI, JUNE 12 (06-12-26)

From The Expat Files: Living in Latin America by Progressive Radio Network

June 12, 2026 · 28 min · Episode 947

About this episode

The episode discusses various aspects of expat life, including challenges in Portugal, cultural differences, and healthcare options in Latin America.

#1- What about becoming an Expat in Portugal? Yes, if you've noticed, in the last few years expat rags and social media have been promoting Portugal as a great Plan B. Well, sorry to say, unless you have a nice fat nest- egg or great pension above and beyond social security you will never make ends meet. #2- The truth about modern-day backpackers: You might be surprised to hear that in today's world it’s not like the backpacking days of old… #3- 1st World American women neuroticisms versus 3rd World Latina neuroticisms: They're on a totally different scale... #4- How will you react when your Latina girlfriend asks to scroll through and inspect YOUR smart phone? #5- How Expats and gringos are handling the continuing power outages in Ecuador (or not): #6- Why suddenly, many of those expensive private bilingual helicopter schools are in trouble and closing: #7- Our own Expat Captain Mango has developed a unique one-on-one Crypto consulting and training service (he’s been deep into crypto since 2013). To get started, email him at: bewarecaptainmango@gmail.com #8- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT": The new edition for 2026 (and beyond) is…

Topics covered

  • expat life
  • backpacking
  • cultural differences
  • relationship dynamics
  • power outages
  • education
  • healthcare

Keywords

  • expat
  • Portugal
  • backpackers
  • Latina
  • Ecuador
  • crypto consulting
  • healthcare report

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT

Places: Portugal, Ecuador

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