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Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Ryan Mellon | Serial Entrepreneur/ Personal Coach
63 episodes
5 days ago
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 afte...
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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 afte...
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Episodes (20/63)
Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
How Co404 Co-Living in Mexico Helps Nomads Actually Focus on Work and Make Real Friends w/ Co- Founder Laurens Borrey | Ep 62
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 afte...
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1 week ago
38 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
From 10 Years Climping the Corporate Ladder to Working Remotely From Buenos Aires: Her Nomad Wake-Up Call with Ann-Marie (ARE U OKAY ANNIE) | EP 61
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 in Buenos ...
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2 weeks ago
41 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Skip Playa del Carmen: This Hidden Safe City in Mexico Is Better for Remote Workers - Nomad Notes | EP 60
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 e...
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3 weeks ago
5 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
From Toxic Newsroom to A Remote Career That Lets Her Travel the World with Rose Barroga from Project Nightfall | EP 59
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 acros...
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1 month ago
53 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
How to Thrive on 12+ Hour Long-Haul Flights: Insider Tricks Airlines Aren't Telling You - Nomad Notes | EP 58
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 credit car...
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1 month ago
13 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Thailand's $300 5-Year Visa: Why This Email Newsletter Founder Traded London for Chiang Mai with Chris Cerra | EP 57
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 worl...
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1 month ago
54 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
20 Years of Full-Time Travel: From Crossroads in Toronto to Wild Encounters and Hard-Earned Lessons with Nora Dunn, "The Professional Hobo" | EP 56
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, she's sharing t...
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1 month ago
48 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Accident Abroad: Ryan's Unconventional Take on Digital Nomad Health Coverage - Nomad Notes | EP 55
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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1 month ago
10 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
STOP Chasing Instagram Destinations as a Digital Nomad and DO This Instead with Remote Project Manager, Archie | EP 54
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 from similar d...
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2 months ago
41 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Europe’s Most Affordable Digital Nomad Hub: Why Remote Workers Across the Globe are Escaping to This Mountain Town - Nomad Notes | EP 53
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 ...
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2 months ago
7 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
The Strategy That Got Her From California to Living on a Boat in Caribbean for Less than $2,000 a Month with Author Liz Shipton | EP 52
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 abou...
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2 months ago
44 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Don’t Move to Vietnam Until You Hear THIS with Evan Eh!, Youtuber and Expat - Nomad Notes - EP 51
Download Your Free Guide - 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/freeguide-copy Ever 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 abroad An honest breakdown of what makes Vietnam and Sout...
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2 months ago
12 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
The Biggest Mistake He Made as Digital Nomad with Rens Van Daalen, Youtuber and Founder of the Van Life Network | EP 50
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 ...
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3 months ago
37 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
6 Smartphone Apps That Keep You Safe, Connected, and Burnout-Free - Digital Nomad Survival Guide | EP 49
Download Your FREE Guide on 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/freeguide-copy Are 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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3 months ago
8 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Any American Can Live and Work in Europe with the DAFT Visa (Here’s How) with Cepee, She Hit Refresh| EP 48
Download Your Free Guide - 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/freeguide-copy You’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...
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3 months ago
9 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
The Travel Card Hack Banks Don’t Want You to Know - Nomad Notes | EP 47
Join the Masterclass and Learn how to be a Digital Nomad: https://www.digitalnomadnation.com/masterclass Have 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 stu...
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3 months ago
10 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
How a Near-Death Experience in the Philippines Made Her a Stronger Digital Nomad with Ali from @AliRealities | EP 46
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...
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4 months ago
12 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Reduce Your Travel Anxiety: Protecting Expensive Tech Abroad (AFTER Losing My Bag in Greece) - Nomad Notes - EP 45
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 conversat...
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4 months ago
13 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Unlocking Pet-Friendly Nomad Life: The Costs, Hacks, and Perks with Lora Pope, Pet Travel Blogger | EP 44
Have you been told it's impossible to bring your dog along on a nomadic adventure? When wanderlust strikes, the thought of leaving behind your furry best friend can kill those travel dreams before they even start. Ryan is joined by Lora Pope, who was living in Mexico when a tiny pug puppy literally showed up on her friend's doorstep. One look into those big eyes and she knew her travel plans were about to get a lot more interesting. Since then, she's taken Puglo to four c...
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4 months ago
33 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
Why Work-Life Balance Feels Impossible as a Digital Nomad with Safir Jamal, Global Nomad Pass - Nomad Notes | EP 43
Can you really balance remote work with the adventure of exploring new countries? Safir Jamal, founder of Global Nomad Pass, shares how he stays productive on the road without missing out on the magic of each destination. From building intentional routines to carving out true downtime, he offers practical advice that every aspiring nomad needs to hear. From flight delays, jet lag, last-minute Zoom calls in noisy airports, learn how he reframes them into strategies that reduce stress and...
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4 months ago
15 minutes

Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
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 afte...