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PODCAST

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle

Ryan Mellon | Serial Entrepreneur/ Personal Coach

Welcome to Digital Nomad Nation, the podcast that brings you extraordinary stories of those who dared to redefine work and life.Host Ryan Mellon, a seasoned Digital Nomad and serial entrepreneur, takes you on a thrilling journey through the lives of Location-Independent pioneers.From the software engineer coding from a villa in Canggu to the freelancer building marketing funnels in a coworking space in Lisbon, each episode uncovers the captivating stories behind the digital nomad lifestyle.Whether

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5:02

Going Deeper, Not Wider: 5 Weeks in Mérida, Mexico...

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2026/01/13

What if real freedom isn't about adding more to your life but about what you're brave enough to subtract?Host Ryan is making a bold move, sharing why he's hitting pause to go deeper instead of wider with his work.You'll hear about his time learning Spanish, connecting with the expat community in Mérida, and why this ancient city keeps pulling him back. Ryan reveals where he's headed next, a Southeast Asian country he's somehow missed for years despite spending months in

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56:22

From Wasted Years in London to Founding Africa's...

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2026/01/06

The limiting beliefs about becoming a digital nomad you're carrying right now? Host Ryan Mellon sits down with Duncan Malcolm, a product manager turned sailor, co-living founder in Kenya, and motorcycle adventurer, whose path was sparked by seeing remote work in 2007, long before “digital nomad” was mainstream.Duncan shares how watching an eccentric coder work from a bike trailer planted a seed that grew into five years living and working full-time on a sailboat, traveling the Mediterranean,

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38:48

How Co404 Co-Living in Mexico Helps Nomads Actually...

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2025/12/31

What if the secret to staying abroad longer isn't about finding cheaper flights or stretching your budget but about finding the right people to live with?Host Ryan Mellon talks with Laurens Borrey about what happens when you prioritize community over profit in the hospitality business. You'll hear how Laurens and his co-founders met while volunteering at a hostel and accidentally discovered a gap in the market that traditional hostels and Airbnbs weren't filling.Laurens started CO404

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41:52

From 10 Years Climping the Corporate Ladder to...

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2025/12/23

What if the biggest risk isn't quitting your job to travel but staying in a life that doesn't fulfill you?Today Ryan sits down with Anne-Marie, a 30-something who did the unthinkable. One week after a major life event, she walked into her boss's office and quit her job of nearly 10 years. No backup plan. No guarantees. Just a burning need to finally live.Jump ahead two years and she's celebrating Day of the Dead in Oaxaca with strangers who became family, celebrating her birthday

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5:32

Skip Playa del Carmen: This Hidden Safe City in...

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2025/12/16

How do you actually connect with a place instead of just passing through it?Host Ryan Mellon just landed in a Mexican city most Americans have never heard of, and he's about to show you why sometimes the best places to live and work remotely are hiding in plain sight. Ryan shares what happened the moment he stepped off that plane and why this under-the-radar destination might be exactly what you're looking for if you're tired of the typical tourist traps.As someone who's spent

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53:24

From Toxic Newsroom to A Remote Career That Lets Her...

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2025/12/09

What if the life you're escaping from is actually teaching you who you really are?Host Ryan sits down with Rose Barroga, head of scriptwriters at Project Nightfall. A massive social media channel with millions of subscribers and a mission to "make videos that save lives." Rose went from working 14-hour days in a toxic newsroom to eating fire from a stranger's hand at an Indian wedding in Delhi.Ryan and Rose explore what happens when you trade your cubicle for co-working spaces

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13:34

How to Thrive on 12+ Hour Long-Haul Flights: Insider...

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2025/12/02

Grab Your FREE Guide - 7 Steps To Launch Your Digital Nomad Journey - https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/What if surviving a 12+ hour flight wasn't about suffering through it but actually enjoying it?While everyone else is cramped in middle seats, fighting for armrest space, and arriving exhausted, Ryan's consistently scoring entire rows to himself in economy and when he's not doing that, he's in business class. His secret? It's knowing exactly when to change seats, which

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54:02

Thailand's $300 5-Year Visa: Why This Email...

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2025/11/25

Can you really afford not to try the Digital Nomad lifestyle?Ryan sits down with Chris Chera, founder of Digital Nomad Trip Reports and an email entrepreneur who's been living location independent since 2018. Chris went from paying over $2,000 a month for a shared London flat to $600 for a luxury condo in Chiang Mai with three pools and mountain views. He found a way to work for himself, travel with his girlfriend for nearly a decade, and build community in cities around the world. For Chris,

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48:54

20 Years of Full-Time Travel: From Crossroads in...

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2025/11/18

What if living around the world for two decades could actually cost you less than staying in one place?Back in 2006, when "digital nomad" wasn't in anyone's vocabulary, today’s guest sold everything and hit the road with nothing but a dream to understand how people actually live in different corners of the world. Ryan sits down with this OG nomad Nora Dunn also known as the Professional Hobo. After traveling to over 50 countries and spending nearly 20 years on the move,

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10:26

Accident Abroad: Ryan's Unconventional Take on...

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2025/11/11

What's your biggest fear about getting sick or injured thousands of miles from home?Imagine you're riding a scooter through the streets of Bali, when suddenly everything changes in an instant. For most Americans, the thought of needing medical care abroad is enough to keep them from ever buying that plane ticket. But what if those fears are holding you back from the life you're meant to live?Ryan shares the honest truth about healthcare abroad, insurance options that actually work for

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41:35

Travel Couple’s Airbnb Disaster and The Secret to a...

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2025/11/04

What if the hardest part of becoming a digital nomad isn't finding work or booking flights but knowing which countries actually want you there?Ryan sits down with Archie, an "accidental digital nomad" who's been exploring Europe for three years with his girlfriend. After surviving a nightmare bed bug situation in Spain, Archie learned the hard way what to look for in an Airbnb. His girlfriend's insider knowledge from working at Airbnb reveals the tricks that can save you

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7:49

Europe’s Most Affordable Digital Nomad Hub: Why...

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2025/10/28

Wonder what it’s like to live and work in a European mountain town as a digital nomad? Host Ryan Mellon takes you behind the scenes of his recent adventure to Bansko, Bulgaria. Find out why this picturesque town should be on every digital nomad’s radar. From the thrill of flying on the Airbus A380 to the breathtaking views of mountain ranges, you’ll get an insider’s look at what makes Bansko a top hotspot for digital nomads. Discover the hidden gems of this safe, affordable town, such as numerous

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44:13

The Strategy That Got Her From California to Living...

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2025/10/21

What if your monthly expenses could drop below $2,000 and your office view changed from tropical island to pristine beach every few weeks?Ryan welcomes Liz Shipton, a former Silicon Valley tech worker who traded her high-paying job and California rent for life on a 43-foot sailboat. Liz shares how she and her partner sailed from Santa Cruz to the Caribbean while she built a thriving career as a self-published fiction author. You'll hear about the real costs of boat life, the truth about working

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12:19

Don’t Move to Vietnam Until You Hear THIS with Evan...

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2025/10/14

Download Your Free Guide - 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/freeguide-copyEver dream of packing up and moving abroad, but not sure how to actually pull it off? Ryan chats with expat Evan Jordan, who’s been living the dream in Vietnam.Learn:- The ONE thing you need to do before you leave your country- What daily life actually costs in Vietnam - The surprising perks of living of living abroadAn honest breakdown of what makes Vietnam and Southeast Asia doable and

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37:15

The Biggest Mistake He Made as Digital Nomad with...

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2025/10/07

What if your morning commute could be replaced by a sunrise on a mountain, a beach walk all while building a thriving online business?Ryan sits down with Rens Van Daalen, a Dutch entrepreneur who traded traditional life for the open road. After years of backpacking broke and burnt out, Rens figured out how to earn online while living in his van and now he's helping others do the same. From teaching Affinity Photo to building the Van Life Network, a thriving community connecting nomads across

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8:22

6 Smartphone Apps That Keep You Safe, Connected, and...

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2025/09/30

Download Your FREE Guide on 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/freeguide-copyAre you afraid the digital nomad lifestyle of constant travel will drain you?Ryan Mellon opens up about the reality of burnout on the road and shares his essential daily practices for staying grounded.Safety isn't just about avoiding sketchy neighborhoods. Ryan reveals his genuis Google Maps system for tracking every place he's stayed over seven years. This simple habit has saved

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9:44

Any American Can Live and Work in Europe with the...

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2025/09/23

Download Your Free Guide - 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/freeguide-copyYou’d love to live abroad, but it seems too complicated?Ryan sits down with Cepee Tabibian explore the often-overlooked visa options that make Europe more accessible than most Americans realize. You’ll hear how a little-known Dutch program (The Dutch American Friendship Treaty) can open doors for freelancers and solopreneurs who want more than just a 90-day tourist stay.You’ll discover that

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10:51

The Travel Card Hack Banks Don’t Want You to Know -...

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2025/09/16

Join the Masterclass and Learn how to be a Digital Nomad: https://www.digitalnomadnation.com/masterclassHave you ever wondered how digital nomads keep their money safe while traveling the world?Ryan brings years of experience working remotely across multiple countries, sharing how he’s built a system of backup cards, smart credit card choices, and emergency reserves that give him peace of mind. If you have ever stressed about losing a card, getting hit with surprise fees, or being stuck without

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12:41

How a Near-Death Experience in the Philippines Made...

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2025/09/09

What if getting caught in a storm and confronting your deepest insecurities became the very experiences that changed how you see freedom, health, and success?Ali shares how travel forced her to face fears she’d been carrying for years and how that shifted everything about the way she works, connects, and dreams. You’ll hear how a near-death moment in the Philippines reframed her priorities, why an underrated city in Vietnam might be the next great digital nomad hub, and how friendships built through

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13:30

Reduce Your Travel Anxiety: Protecting Expensive Tech...

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2025/09/02

What do you really do when your bag doesn’t show up at the airport, your card gets skimmed, or you’re stuck wondering if that Airbnb safe is actually safe?Ryan shares what rules digital nomads should live by to protect their gear and their money on the road. The underrated travel accessory that eases airport anxiety and the surprising way he keeps hackers out of his accounts.If you’ve ever fear leaving your laptop behind at a cafe or that nervous wait at the baggage carousel, this conversation is

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