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Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts

Beach Commute: Whether you are currently a digital nomad or aspiring to become one, this is the podcast for you. We talk all things remote work and travel, including how to get a fully-remote job, how to become a digital nomad, how to optimize your experience as a current digital nomad, and top travel destinations and personal experiences. Need customized help getting a fully remote job? Join our program: https://form.typeform.com/to/euZx1miM Get access to 300+ companies that let you work from

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00:59:26

The 11 real ways digital nomads actually make friends...

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts ·

2025/08/04

In this episode, Jeff and Marisa dive deep into what it really takes to build meaningful friendships while traveling, and the biggest reasons people end up lonely while chasing the dream.Episode Highlights:🏡 Coliving Spaces: The Good, the Boutique, and the IsolatedNot all coliving is created equal. How to find the ones that actually build community (and which ones feel like glorified hostels).🌍 WiFi Tribe: Built-In Friends or Emotional Crutch?Reflections on how structured nomad groups like WiFi

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00:53:42

19 of the coolest cultural traditions from around the...

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2025/07/27

Ever been somewhere and thought, “Why don’t we do this back home?”That’s what this episode is all about.From fika breaks in Sweden to barefoot freedom in Costa Rica, we’re sharing the cultural customs we fell in love with while traveling—and the ones we seriously wish we could steal.Also: no llama fetus sacrifices this time. (Yes, that’s a real thing in Bolivia.)🎉 [00:00] Why Cultural Customs MatterA quick intro—and the surprising things we’re not bringing home.☕ [00:05] A Coffee Break with Soul

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00:54:57

13 Spiciest digital nomad questions on the interwebs...

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2025/07/20

This week, we’re diving into the hot takes, hard truths, and hilariously uncomfortable questions that digital nomads are asking online, from Reddit rabbit holes to unfiltered social threads. No prep, no script, just real talk.Some answers might surprise you. Some might offend you. All of them? Raw and real.🔥 [00:00] The Rules: No Scripts, Just Spitfire TakesWhy we didn’t prep for this episode—and why that might be a mistake.🤔 [00:06] “Are You Just Running Away from Life?”We tackle the most common

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00:46:49

How to make $72K–$168K remotely with no experience |...

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts ·

2025/07/14

🎙️ How to Make $72K–$168K Remotely with No Experience What if you could land a fully remote job that pays you a starting salary of $72K–$168K/year—even if you have zero previous experience in this field—so you could start traveling the world a few weeks from now?In this episode, Marisa interviews Beach Commuter, Ian, about one of the most surprising and well-paying fully remote career paths that you may have never considered for yourself before...but that might be the perfect fit for you today.In

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00:55:14

How these 5 people failed at digital nomad life (and...

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2025/07/08

We break down a recent viral article titled "My Mind Was Shrieking: What Am I Doing?"—a dramatic takedown of the digital nomad dream. But how accurate is it really? Let’s talk about the nuance, the truth, and what’s really going on beneath the surface.📉 [00:00] Is Big Cubicle Coming for Us?Why the media suddenly hates digital nomads—and who benefits from that fear.🧳 [00:05] When the Dream Starts to CrumbleA traveler’s story of freedom turned to confusion—how chasing “more” went

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01:05:35

Is digital nomad life the antidote to burnout and...

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2025/06/29

Ever wondered why you feel so alive in some places—and so drained in others? In this episode, Jeff and Marisa peel back the layers of how travel, environment, and even the tiniest details of where you live can transform your mindset. ☀️ [00:03] Sunlight and Natural LightExplore the science behind daylight exposure, serotonin boosts, and why you might feel better the moment you step into the sun.🏠 [00:09] Big Windows & Bright SpacesLearn how architecture and interior design—think massive windows

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01:02:51

The truth about a digital nomad's travel schedule |...

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2025/06/24

What Actually Happens in a Year of Digital Nomad Life?Ever wondered what a full year looks like when you're working remotely and bouncing between countries? We take you behind the Instagram filters and into the spreadsheets as we recount exactly where we lived, worked, and wandered over the past year.2018 — The Experiment Begins13:03 – Marisa shares how she "really started nomading" with a 6-week stint in Indonesia. Jeff starts dabbling in San Diego.17:27 – Jeff finds his first nomad

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00:46:00

Digital Nomad Propaganda You Should Absolutely Ignore...

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2025/06/16

Do you ever feel like Instagram is lying to you about remote work? You're not alone—and in this episode, we’re calling out the bullsh*t.Jeff and Marisa dive headfirst into the myths, misconceptions, and subtle societal messages that try to dissuade people from living the digital nomad lifestyle. These aren’t just misunderstandings—they’re propaganda, and we’re setting the record straight.🚫 Is it true that you'll never get promoted unless you're in the office?🚫 Do you really have to work from Bali

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00:38:58

Death of the digital nomad? | Ep 203

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2025/06/08

Jeff and Marisa unpack the clickbait-y claim making the rounds in the media: that digital nomadism is dying 😱But wait... is it?👉 Why is the media suddenly turning on the remote work lifestyle they once romanticized?👉 What stats and stories are actually happening on the ground?👉 Are fewer people working from abroad—or just doing it differently?👉 What major shift is reshaping how nomads live, work, and travel in 2025?👉 And what does it really mean to be a digital nomad now?Whether you’re a

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00:59:25

Why half the jobs you see online are fake (and what...

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2025/06/02

Think you're applying to real remote jobs?Think again. Up to 50% of remote job listings might be totally fake — no role, no team, just a phantom posting sucking your time into the job-hunt void.In this episode, Jeff and Marisa uncover:👻 Ghost Listings: Companies that look like they’re hiring... but aren’t. No real job exists.🛠️ Pipeline Builders: Companies "always hiring" to stockpile resumes for later.📉 Layoff Disguisers: A new listing might appear…because they may want to lay

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00:44:36

The digital nomad location awards: Best beaches,...

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2025/05/26

It’s time for the first-ever Digital Nomad Location Awards, where we (Marisa and Jeff) crown the best places around the world across 10 epic categories. From jaw-dropping beaches and foodie hotspots to insane adventure zones and the ultimate cities to work remotely from. And the best part? We didn’t plan our answers ahead of time, so get ready for unfiltered reactions, some passionate debates, and a whole lot of unexpected picks (plus some hilariously terrible “dishonorable mentions”).Inspired by a

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01:08:13

200 episodes in: remote chaos, confessions, and...

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2025/05/19

We’re tired, slightly unhinged, and coming in hot with stories, reflections, and behind-the-scenes chaos from four years of showing up — every single week — to talk remote work, digital nomad life, and figuring it out in real time.🎧 We reveal the real reason most podcasts don’t make it past 10 episodes (and how we survived 200)🔥 Marisa shows up running on fumes, Jeff almost didn't show up at all — and somehow it’s still a banger😂 Our “worst travel days” and chaotic work setups, finally

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00:57:01

11 Scams to watch out for as a digital nomad | Ep 199

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2025/05/11

Ever wondered about the hidden scams that digital nomads encounter around the globe? In today's episode, hosts Jeff & Marisa share essential insights into scams and traps that nomads face on the road. Here's a sneak peek:🚕 Taxi tricks that even seasoned travelers fall for.📱 Sneaky Wi-Fi schemes at your favorite cafés.🏨 Accommodation traps—what to watch out for.💳 The infamous ATM scam and how to avoid it.Tune in and arm yourself with the knowledge to stay one step ahead!

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00:50:33

7 Realities you should know about being a digital...

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts ·

2025/05/05

🦂 What happens when a bark scorpion crawls into your compression shorts and stays there for five minutes while you're driving a scooter? In this episode, we kick things off with a true "only in nomad life" story that had us squirming — literally. But that's just the beginning.We’re diving deep into the real, unfiltered truths about living as a digital nomad. No Instagram gloss here — just raw, hilarious, occasionally painful, and deeply honest moments from the road.🎒 Here’s a

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00:53:55

10 trips we said "f*ck it, book it" | Ep 197

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2025/04/28

When’s the last time you really threw caution to the wind and booked a trip without overthinking it? 🌎✈️In this episode, Jeff and Marissa swap wild stories about the moments they threw the rulebook out the window — and booked plane tickets, castle stays, desert treks, and cross-country adventures on pure gut instinct.These are the trips that defined their nomad lives...and they might just inspire you to say “f*ck it, book it” too. 😉Come for the travel inspo — stay for the absolute chaos.(Warning:

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00:41:37

How to transition your career to become a digital...

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts ·

2025/04/23

🎧 Listen if you're asking:👉 “Can I really do this?”👉 “Do I need digital skills?”👉 “Am I too far along in my career to switch?”👉 “What if I have to take a pay cut?”👉 “Will I regret not doing this?”In this transformative episode of the Beach Commute Podcast, Jeff and Marisa answer one of the most common questions we get from aspiring digital nomads:"I’m a [insert non-digital job here] — can I really work remotely and travel the world?"From coal miners to potato farmers, nurses to

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00:51:19

Top locations we wanted to stay longer & leave faster...

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts ·

2025/04/15

Where are the biggest surprise digital nomad locations that will absolutely blow your socks off? Which are places that SEEM like they would be amazing, but translate terribly for sustainably working? Jeff and Marisa break down their top 6 places they would have loved to stay longer as digital nomads, and the places they really wish they would have booked less time. Here's some teasers: 🍝 This picturesque European city is somewhere everyone wants to go...but has the worst internet ever. 🧛‍♂️ This

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00:44:26

3 mistakes holding you back from landing a fully...

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts ·

2025/04/08

🚨 “I’ve applied to 100 jobs and haven’t landed one. What am I doing wrong?”If you’re asking this—or even silently thinking it—this episode is for you.In this raw and practical conversation, Jeff and Marisa break down:The 3 most common mistakes that stop people from landing remote jobs💥 Why "working hard" isn’t the same as "working smart"🌀 How to stop spinning your wheels and actually start getting interviews🌍 Why landing a remote job isn’t just a career move—it’s a lifestyle

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01:16:54

🌱 The Ayahuasca Episode: Hallucinations, Trauma,...

Beach Commute - Digital Nomad Experts ·

2025/04/01

After years of teasing it, Jeff and Marisa finally dive deep into their transformative week of Ayahuasca ceremonies in the mountains of Bolivia. From overcoming fears to purging emotional baggage (and the contents of their stomachs), they candidly share what happens when you drink this potent Amazonian plant medicine.🎙️ In this crazy episode, you'll learn:🌿 What Ayahuasca truly is (spoiler: it's not a party drug!)🧠 Why it's called “5 years of therapy in one night”💥 Jeff turning into

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00:54:15

The funniest (and realest) digital nomad questions...

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2025/03/24

Ever wondered how many coconuts it takes to become an official digital nomad, or if Wi-Fi anxiety should be medically recognized? In this fun episode, Marisa and Jeff dive into the hilarious side of remote life, tackling the quirkiest and most relatable questions every digital nomad faces.From Jeff's "low-brain" antics after too much fun in Mexico, to Marisa's revelation about accidentally speaking the wrong language to baristas worldwide, this episode explores the humorous (and often ridiculous)

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