He's back! Again!

Episode 44 sees the return of none other than Denny Goin, world traveller, political opinionator, educator and adventurer!

After YEARS of travelling the world, Denny has (re)landed back in Tblisi, Georgia and shares his pandemic and post-pandemic travel insights, both on the ground and in the media.

Still looking to move to South America to escape the impending doom of the world, Denny gives us some insight as to what's keeping him busy, some of his plans, and the big life event that he has planned for this year.

Opinionated, talkative, informative, and always entertaining, you'll no doubt get something from this podcast!

Show notes up on stevensirski.com

Thanks for listening!

00:00 Welcome to Episode 44: Catching Up with Denny Goen

01:10 The Impact of Social Media and Personal Updates

02:04 Denny's Global Travels and Future Plans

05:04 Finding Love in the Digital Age

10:28 Exploring Cultural Differences and Wedding Plans

20:13 The Evolution of Work and Education in a Digital World

43:45 Debating the Future: AI, Employment, and Education

53:51 Personal Growth and the Power of Initiative

56:50 Debunking Personality Stereotypes and the Power of Genetics

57:32 The Complexities of Habit Formation and Genetic Influence

58:41 Exploring Citizenship and National Identity Across Cultures

01:00:48 The Role of Genetics in Adventurousness and Migration

01:01:33 Immigration Perspectives: Hard Work and Economic Theories

01:02:30 The Debate on Immigration Policy and Economic Impact

01:03:27 Global Healthcare Experiences and the Value of Diversity

01:04:23 Navigating Global Uncertainties: A Guide for Young Expats

01:05:48 Exploring Opportunities Abroad: From New Zealand to Latin America

01:07:11 The Risks and Rewards of Entrepreneurship in Emerging Markets

01:10:30 The Quest for Land Ownership and Understanding Local Regulations

01:11:20 Choosing the Right Country: Economic Opportunities and Citizenship

01:12:49 The Impact of Online Income on Expatriate Life Choices

01:28:03 Cultural Sensitivity and the Importance of Local Integration

01:40:06 Reflecting on Global Landmarks and Personal Travel Experiences

01:50:34 Considering a Career Shift: The Allure of the Skies

01:52:09 Age Limits and Opportunities: Navigating International Careers

01:53:22 The Continuing Journey Towards Off-Grid Living

01:53:36 Exploring Self-Sufficiency and Global Perspectives

01:54:21 The Digital Nomad Lifestyle: Freedom and Challenges

01:55:16 Navigating the Future with AI and Education Concerns

01:55:49 Personal Journey: From Plans to Reality

01:58:25 Economic Insights and the Quest for a Sustainable Life

02:01:46 Exploring Opportunities in Agriculture and Non-Alcoholic Trends

02:06:32 Strategic Moves: Business, Immigration, and Farming Plans

02:11:01 The Digital Age: AI's Impact and Online Education's Future

02:21:32 Global Politics, Personal Aspirations, and the Path Forward

02:40:05 Reflections on Life, Learning, and the Pursuit of Peace

Recorded on Sunday November 26, 2023.

On this episode, I have fellow expat Alyssa Brown joining me to talk about her life here in China and some of the things that she's learned over the past few years, particularly as she is about to celebrate her fifth anniversary in the country.

Alyssa is an English teacher and a small business owner here in Beijing. She is the owner of Brownie Bites, a business she runs in her spare time when she’s not teaching. She is known for her baked goods, many of which you can’t find very easily here in the country. In this episode we talk a little bit about what it's been like to run a business while working a full time job, and some of the things she’s learned from the experience, and what she’s learned about China, the language and the people in her time here.

This episode does have one or two places where the audio stutters due to a poor internet connection, but I think the message still gets through.

The show notes and contact info for Alyssa are available on my website, stevensirski.com, and of course you can stream this on all the major platforms. Thanks for listening, we’ll do this again!