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Available Worldwide

By: Lauren Steed and Stephanie Anderson
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  • An interview-style podcast by, for, and about the accompanying partners of the US Foreign Service. In each episode, we’ll talk to diplomatic spouses who have discovered superpowers they never knew they had and found success in unlikely places. We highlight voices that will inspire and encourage you as you explore what it means to be “available worldwide.”
    Hosted by Lauren Steed and Stephanie Anderson

    foreign service, diplomacy, diplomat, trailing spouse, EFM, expat, abroad,
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Episodes
  • 2024 Guest Updates: Part 2
    Jul 9 2024
    Special Episode: Guest Updates!We’ve asked past guests to send in audio updates. We’ll hear from 4 guests in Part 2 of this two-part series.We asked past guests to tell us what’s new with them since their interview, what’s the same, what effect being on Available Worldwide had on them or their business, and if they’ve learned any additional lessons since being on the show or have other advice to share with Foreign Service accompanying partners.We hope you’ll enjoy listening to their updates, and be sure to revisit their original interviews using the links below..In this episode, you'll hear updates from: Kent Blakeney - U.S. History for ExpatsListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kent-blakeney-us-history-for-expats--49737453Website: https://www.ushistoryforexpats.com/.Melissa Finkenbiner - artistListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/melissa-finkenbiner-artist--47268915Website: https://www.melissafinkenbiner.com/.Mary Stange - Ponte TravelsListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-stange-ponte-travels--47044476LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marystange/ Website: www.pontetravels.com.Patricia Linderman - Fierce after 45Listen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/patricia-linderman-fierce-after-45--48246500LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-linderman-63a83213/ Website: www.fierceafter45.com..This episode is sponsored by Fierce After 45We’ve all got health goals. So why aren’t we there yet? We’re human! And so many other things get in the way. Having a health coach is like riding an electric bike on your journey toward your personal health goals. It’s faster, easier, and a whole lot more fun! Health coach Patricia Linderman is a longtime EFM who totally gets the Foreign Service lifestyle. She offers affordable Zoom coaching in any time zone, specializing in women over 45 but open to all.Visit FierceAfter45.com to find out more and schedule your free consultation today!Website and blog: www.fierceafter45.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FierceAfter45Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierceafter45/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fierceafter45
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    29 mins
  • 2024 Guest Updates: Part 1
    Jun 18 2024
    Special Episode: Guest Updates!We’ve asked past guests to send in audio updates. We’ll hear from 5 guests in Part 1 of this two-part series.We asked past guests to tell us what’s new with them since their interview, what’s the same, what effect being on Available Worldwide had on them or their business, and if they’ve learned any additional lessons since being on the show or have other advice to share with Foreign Service accompanying partners.We hope you’ll enjoy listening to their updates, and be sure to revisit their original interviews using the links below..In this episode, you'll hear updates from: Erica Green - Iceland Writer's Retreat co-founderListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/erica-green-iceland-writers-retreat--46617849Learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericagreen1/Website: https://icelandwritersretreat.com/Dr Fae Frederick - online therapistListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/fae-frederick-online-therapy-international--51681934Learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drfaefrederick/Website: drfae.comCrystaline Randazzo - master storyteller and media creatrixListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystaline-randazzo-storyteller--49444392Learn more:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crandazzostorytelling/Website: www.crystalinerandazzo.comErin Semelka - financial plannerListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/erin-semelka-clockwise-capital--47716977Learn more:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-semelka/Website: https://www.schorn.net/Valeria Laitinen - resume writerListen to our original interview: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/valeria-laitinen-better-see-v--52650636Learn more: Website: https://betterseev.com/..This episode is sponsored by DiploDashAre you struggling to figure out how to get your consumables? If shopping and packing out your consumables is a challenge, DiploDash® can help!When you hire DiploDash to manage your consumables, you get a partner in the process. We’ve been there – hungry for certain foods and frustrated by what's available in the local market. We've also been confused by the endless lists of recommendations.Working with DiploDash you’ll be guided through the consumables process from start to finish. Your biggest task is deciding what you want us to buy for you.Get the consumables you want and never leave Post. Contact DiploDash to schedule a complimentary call today.www.DiploDash.comhttps://www.facebook.com/diplodashservicehttps://www.instagram.com/diplodash/
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    27 mins
  • Maciej Szumny | Happy House Husband looking for new professional opportunities
    Jun 4 2024
    On the Available Worldwide podcast, we want to highlight the inspiring stories of the accompanying partners of the Foreign Service. But, we don't want to hide the very real challenges that many spouses face.

    In this interview for Pride month, you'll hear Maciej Szumny share some of the challenges he has faced as a same-sex partner and foreign-born spouse. You'll be inspired by Maciej's resilience, optimism, and adaptability. And he's a great storyteller!

    Maciej also shares important, actionable advice for other spouses who leave their home countries to join diplomatic spouses moving from post to post.
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    BIO
    Born and raised in Warsaw, Poland, Maciej Szumny had a successful career working in Public Relations and Marketing for big international companies like Nike and Reebok. He was a published poet and a writer, cooperating with different lifestyle magazines in Poland and the UK.

    One day he met his future husband who was posted to the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw. They fell in love, and Maciej decided to leave everything behind to start a new life as a diplomatic spouse.

    Maciej has lived in Praia, Cabo Verde, Montreal, Canada, and Washington DC, where he became the number-one seller of the luxury line of Armani fragrances in the United States.

    Maciej was most recently living in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, where he took care of his family of six, including four canine members. He also spent time saving the lives of homeless animals, earning him the nickname Saint Maciej of Assisi.

    Maciej and his spouse are currently PCSing back to Washington D.C. where Maciej is open to new professional opportunities.
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    AW SPONSOR: DIPLODASH
    This episode is sponsored by DiploDash

    Are you struggling to figure out how you will survive PCS? If sorting your shipments, planning logistics, and managing pack-out days wakes you from a deep sleep, DiploDash® can help!

    When you hire DiploDash to support your PCS, you get a partner in the process. We have been there -- overwhelmed by the packers swirling around us while battling decision fatigue. We've also struggled with PCS amnesia and the strong desire to pretend like it isn't really happening.

    Working with DiploDash you have an advocate supporting you through your move. You don't have to go it alone!

    Get the PCS help you want. Contact DiploDash to schedule a complimentary call today.

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    31 mins

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