The Expat Files: Living in Latin America

https://feed.podbean.com/theexpatfiles/feed.xml

2.1M

Downloads

1397

Episodes

A guide to moving to Latin America, finding work, and settling in.

Episodes

Monday Feb 13, 2023

The Expat Files - 02.13.23

Monday Feb 13, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1219 SUN, FEB 12 (02-12-23)

#1- Johnny’s upcoming week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

#2- Shaking down supermarket thieves in Latin America:

The gringo advantage rides again!

#3- When politicians “off” each other:

Yup, around election time it’s a Latin American national sport

#4- These “real” Latin America homicide stats will surprise you:

#5- A “sexual monster” bites the dust in Ecuador:

#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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

#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

Friday Feb 10, 2023

The Expat Files - 02.10.23

Friday Feb 10, 2023

#1- Johnny’s upcoming week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17th thru 24th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info.

#2- The good the bad and the ugly gyms and workout spaces in Latin America:

#3- A mystery solved.... why so many luxury SUVs in Latin America?

#4- Having a ”Plan B” in the DR versus in Guatemala:
A tale of two “Plan B” countries explained

#5- Get a new lease on life in Latin America;
Let the world implode, You'll be A-ok south of the border
#6 – What you need to know about those spectacularly beautiful (and sometimes awfully ugly) Latin America beaches:

#7- Mexico bans GMO corn imports from the USA:
It’s a big deal .. but there’s a huge loophole
#8- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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

#9- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

Monday Feb 06, 2023

The Expat Files - 02.05.23

Monday Feb 06, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1217 SUN, FEB 05 (02-05-23)

#1- Johnny’s upcoming week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17^th thru 24^th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info. Note that by popular demand the $500 early-bird discount is extended until February 10^th.

#2- Inconvenient Crypto facts:

#3- Scammed online:

A sad but common expat danger

#4- A word about renouncing US citizenship:

#5- Disney world and the Latino pilgrimage;

The life of a Muslim is not complete unless he makes the trek to mecca, the Jews must see Israel and for Latinos, its Disney World

#6- Revisiting metal plaque and manhole cover theft in Latin America:

#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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":

Friday Feb 03, 2023

The Expat Files - 02.03.23

Friday Feb 03, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1216 FRI, FEB 03 (02-03-23)

#1- Johnny’s upcoming week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

#2- The problems with getting around in Latín America if you DON’T have car:

Sure Uber, Lift and the local analog apps work AMOST like they do in the states but there are some very noteworthy differences you must consider.

#3- Why are you getting so many annoying little Electric Shocks around the house?

Today we discuss the bad wiring facts of life in Latin America and why it always seems to get worse during the rainy season

#4- Are you aware that amazing real estate deals are coming to Venezuela:

Everyone knows it’s a disaster zone now but soon it will be a buyer’s paradise. Here are

the signs and what to look for…

#5- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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

#6- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

Monday Jan 30, 2023

The Expat Files - 01.29.23

Monday Jan 30, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1215 SUN, JAN 29 (01-29-23)

#1- Johnny’s upcoming one week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17^th thru 24^th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info. Don’t forget to sign up before February 1^st to get in on the $500 early-bird discount.

#2- Comparing Guatemala versus El Salvador:

Getting down to Plan B basics

#3- Though the traditional “American Dream” is dead, a non-traditional version of the phenomenon exists online:

And it takes a gringo/expat to realize this fact…

#4- Public hospital gang wars:

Reason #34356 why you never want to end up in a Latin American PUBLIC national health hospital

#5- The truth about no smoking zones in Latin America:

Everything gringo (good and bad) eventually ends up in Latin America including smoking restrictions, but can they even enforce them?

#6- Maintenance avoidance culture:

It’s not only annoying, it can sometimes lead to tragic results

#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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":

Friday Jan 27, 2023

The Expat Files - 01.27.23

Friday Jan 27, 2023

#1- Johnny’s upcoming one week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17th thru 24th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info. Don’t forget to sign up before February 1st to get in on the $500 early-bird discount.

#2- The AI phenomena:
Should we embrace it or be scared shitless?

#3- Its important to listen to this before you buy a vehicle in Latin America:
Here’s what you need to know (but unfortunately no one will ever tell you this)

#4- nearly a half million flood damaged vehicles are pouring into Latin America:
How not to be duped…
#5- The stark realities of the maintenance crisis in Latin American- Part 2:

#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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

#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

The new edition for 2022 (and beyond) is available now, including the latest "Stem Cell Clinic" info and data and my top picks for the best treatment centers for expats and gringos. Just go to www.ExpatPlanB.com and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

Monday Jan 23, 2023

The Expat Files - 01.22.23

Monday Jan 23, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1213 SUN, JAN 22 (01-22-23)

#1- Johnny’s upcoming one week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17^th thru 24^th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info. Don’t forget to sign up before February 1^st to get in on the $500 early-bird discount.

#2- The problem with electrical connections in Latin America:

Can't find a single GFI electrical outlet in your house or apt? Should you be worried?

#3- A backpacker’s guide to getting out of Dodge:

#4- What you didn’t know about valet parking in Latin America:

#5- Latin American VIP spaces for idiots and dweebs:

#6- Revisiting the “5 at 50” problem for gringos and expats:

#7- A word (or ten) about generic drugs in Latin America:

#8- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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

#9- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

and click on the "Latin American Healthcare Report”.

Monday Jan 23, 2023

The Expat Files - 01.20.23

Monday Jan 23, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1212 FRI, JAN 20 (01-20-23)

#1- Johnny’s upcoming one week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17^th thru 24^th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info. Don’t forget to sign up before February 1^st to get in on the $500 early-bird discount.

#2- DYK that Canadian Communists are flocking to Latin America?

#3- Food buffet and party etiquette Latin American style:

#4- Hotel crimes and misdemeanors:

#5- Yes, our stateside grandmas are all pissed off (and we don't want that)!

To day we discuss the sad state of solidly conservative institutions that are now infected with the woke virus.... and grandmas are pissed

#6- Something very bad just happened in the entertainment industry! Millions of Latinas are thoroughly pissed off as well and here’s why…

#7- After exactly two years in Guatemala, a 30 something expat chimes in with his version of the good, bad, ugly and the great:

#8- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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

#9- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

Monday Jan 16, 2023

The Expat Files - 01.15.23

Monday Jan 16, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1211 SUN, JAN 15 (01-15-23)

#1- Johnny’s upcoming one week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17^th thru 24^th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info. Don’t forget to sign up before February 1^st to get in on the $500 early-bird discount.

#2- Is Costa Rica’s residency and passport by investment program is recommended?

Listen and find out why it’s by no means a good deal

#3- Do you need an employment contract with your cleaning lady?

It’s supposed to be the law but what if she doesn’t want one? Will you get into trouble if you don’t?

#4- What you need to know about Labor Laws in Latin America:

Today we talk about how gringos can end up in labor court

#5- Tips on what I use completely eliminate spam, junk mail and annoying pop-up windows:

#6- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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

#7- Be sure to pick up my newly updated, "LATIN AMERICAN HEALTHCARE REPORT":

Friday Jan 13, 2023

The Expat Files - 01.13.23

Friday Jan 13, 2023

Descriptions- EXPAT FILES SHOW #1210 FRI, JAN 13 (01-13-23)

#1- Johnny’s next one week-long Expat Insider is on for March 2023:

Johnny’s next “boots on the ground” seminar will be held in Guatemala and El Salvador from Mar 17^th thru 24^th 2023. Just go to www.expatplanb.com for complete details and signup info. Don’t forget to sign up before February 1^st to get in on the $500 early-bird discount.

#2- When gringos and expats embarrass themselves:

Because we are in a different culture, there will be times when we stick our feet in our mouths and don't realize it.

#3- The “Brazilian But Lift” phenomena revisited- a BBL update:

Why do we need to talk about this again? You will see, you will see…

#4- Do you lack a sense of humor?

Don’t come to Latin America without it!!

#5- What’s wrong with Panama and why I don’t recommend it:

#6- Two big questions you need to ask yourself when deciding on your prospective “Plan B” country

#7- Do you want to get into the exploding Crypto-currency world but don’t feel quite confident enough to dive in?

Our own 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":