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[LIVE] Episode 560: The Ghosts of Things Not Seen (with our Rome guests!) 48:22

2d ago48:22

48:22

Join us for this LIVE EPISODE taped in Rome with the listeners who participated in our 2024 Bittersweet Life Rome Trip! On this episode, we chat about what happens when places that we have lived or traveled to extensively change drastically over the years—particularly if we are not there to witness those changes slowly occurring. When we return, it…

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Episode 559: The Bittersweet Life Origin Story: The 10th Anniversary Show 1:02:30

9d ago1:02:30

1:02:30

Can you believe that this little indie show premiered way back in March of 2014?? That's an entire decade of The Bittersweet Life! Have you been with us from the very start? Or have you joined us late but caught up on all the episodes over the years? Or perhaps those first few seasons are a mystery that you've never tapped? Either way we're going t…

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[PATREON PREVIEW] When Life Surprises You 8:02

13d ago8:02

8:02

What are some of the most surprising things that have ever happened to you—in a good or a bad way? What are life's curve balls that you truly didn't see coming? That's the subject of this week's bonus epiosode. Here's a little peek behind the paywall. Want to hear more? Become part of the Bittersweet Life community by supporting just on Patreon! Fo…

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Episode 558: Escape to Rome with The Bittersweet Life 30:22

16d ago30:22

30:22

Come to Rome with us! (Virtually or IN PERSON!) This week we're thrilled to share the episode in which we kick off our 2024 Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure! We had an absolute blast sharing "our Rome" with 11 of our amazing listeners and we can't wait to do it again next year. Maybe in 2025 you will join us! (Get in touch to find out how!) -------…

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Episode 557: Ready to Flee the US? Listen to this First! 34:36

23d ago34:36

34:36

Tomorrow is presidential election day in the US! (Cue the angst-ridden gnashing of teeth.) If you're so worried about the results of the election that you are considering fleeing the country if your side doesn't win, consider this first: The grass is not always greener on the other side of the fence. Countries like Italy, with its year-round sunshi…

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Episode 556: The Caller (A Radio Play by Matthew P. Woerner) 49:46

1M ago49:46

49:46

To get into the Halloween mood, grab a hot drink, dim the lights, and curl up in a cozy spot to listen to this new original radio drama. Matthew P. Woerner and our friends at Audioimagination77 Productions present a spine-tingling story in the tradition of the classic audio drama of the golden age of radio. Don't be surprised if the story sounds a …

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#112 - A Spirited Tour of Spiritualism 2:06:27

1M ago2:06:27

2:06:27

Halloween special + season finale! Josie tells Taylor about the haunting history of the modern Spiritualist movement—from the crafty teen sisters who brought it to life, to the high-profile feud between Harry Houdini and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that nearly caused its demise. Plus: get dressed up for Jimi (地味) Halloween, Japan's costumed celebration …

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Episode 555: Scary Reads: Our Favorite Books for Halloween 33:12

1M ago33:12

33:12

How do you get into the spooky Halloween spirit? If you're like us, you spend October reading scary books. Find out what's on our Halloween reading list list on this week's episode. If you want to order any of these wonderful books, you can find links here... The dark hell-inspired Japanese story Tiffany recently read. An understated but neverthele…

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[PATREON PREVIEW] Rome vs. Seattle: Which Makes a Better Movie Backdrop? 5:30

1M ago5:30

5:30

In this exclusive bonus episode—of which we're sharing just a sneak peek here—we chat about what movies get wrong when they showcase a particular city when filming on location. What major mistake was made in the filming of Sleepless in Seattle, and did they actually drive a car down the Spanish Steps in the latest Mission Impossible film? What anno…

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Episode 554: How to Buy Nothing 37:02

1M ago37:02

37:02

This month, Tiffany sets off to accomplish one of her New Year's resolutions: a month of buying nothing (beyond the essentials of daily life). In an effort to better understand her spending habits, save a bit of money, and pare down the superfluous matter in her home, she attempts to spend nothing but the essential cost of living for the entire mon…

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#111 - The War of the Worlds 1:43:07

2M ago1:43:07

1:43:07

Halloween special! Taylor tells Josie about the 1938 Orson Welles radio play about a Martian invasion that allegedly caused a mass hysteria, and the 1949 Ecuadorean remake that went even further. Plus: flesh out your fall reading list with the world's largest collection of books bound in human skin!由Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso

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Episode 553: How Do You Prepare for a Trip? 29:22

2M ago29:22

29:22

...and what does how you prepare for a trip say about you? As Katy prepares to fly off to Italy for the second annual Bittersweet Life Rome Trip, she notices some particular habits she has when it comes to how she gets ready for a long trip. On this episode, she compares notes with Tiffany to see if her pre-trip habits are weird or normal. Do you h…

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Episode 552: Grammar Pet Peeves 31:22

2M ago31:22

31:22

This week we're offering a peek behind the paywall by airing an episode on the main show that was originally intended as a bonus episode—shared just with our Patreon supporters. This conversation is a lighthearted examination of what people say incorrectly—and why it bugs us so much. We are hard on ourselves as well (Tiffany finally tells Katy the …

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#110 - The Killers of Eden 1:42:17

2M ago1:42:17

1:42:17

Guest host Peter Chiykowski tells Josie and Taylor about the pod of orcas who hunted in harmony with humans until a brutal betrayal ended it all. Plus: catch up with Darwin the Ikea Monkey, the stylish snow macaque whose fetching winter coat kept him warm through a chilly legal battle.由Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso + Peter Chiykowski

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Episode 551: How to Retire to Florence—With Your Granddaughter (with Dreck Baker) 34:25

2M ago34:25

34:25

Retiring to Italy—it's a dream for many people. But what about for a single man who has sole custody of his small grandchild? Today's guest, Dreck Baker, is not your typical retiree expat. A retired police officer, Dreck had dreamed of settling in Italy for many years, but rather than seeing his grandbaby as a hindrance to this plan, he was even mo…

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#109 - Night at the Dick Museum 1:38:22

2M ago1:38:22

1:38:22

Josie tells Taylor about the Icelandic Phallological Museum, which contains the world's largest display of phalluses, and curator Sigurður Hjartarson's quest for the collection's crown jewel: a human penis. Plus: listen to "Amelia's Song," the mysterious melody that reunited a family across cultures, continents, and centuries.…

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Episode 550: Life Lessons from Japan 31:08

2M ago31:08

31:08

Tiffany is fresh off a two-week trip to Japan, a place that to her feels unique in the world. Hear some of her insights on what she discovered about the daily life and culture of this fascinating country, and which aspects of it she has been inspired to incoporate into her own daily life. And what about the Japanese tea? Is this English Breakfast-l…

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#108 - Satan's Last Stronghold 1:29:10

2M ago1:29:10

1:29:10

Guest host Erika Jo Brown tells Josie and Taylor about the evangelical Christian fervour that led American missionary John Chau to contact the voluntarily isolated people of North Sentinel Island—with deadly results. Plus: get to know Erika Jo with a harvest-fresh game of Bitter or Sweet?由Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso + Erika Jo Brown

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Episode 549: A Documentary about The Bittersweet Life! 46:57

3M ago46:57

46:57

A number of years back, expat podcast Expat Sandwich produced a documentary episode all about... us! As we prepare to launch our 12th season (can you believe it?), we've decided to air the episode in its entirety here on our show. According to Expat Sandwich's show notes for the episode, "Veteran public radio producer Katy Sewall and writer Tiffany…

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#107 - The Tower 1:38:33

3M ago1:38:33

1:38:33

Taylor tells Josie about Alicia Esteve “Tania” Head, the prominent 9/11 survivor who was exposed as a fraud. Plus: a deep dive into the centuries-old history of the ama, Japan's legendary pearl divers.由Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso

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[PATREON PREVIEW] Would You Trapeze? 7:54

3M ago7:54

7:54

In her quest for novelty and trying new things, Katy takes to the skies. What is the craziest thing you ever tried? ______ Want to hear more? Become part of the Bittersweet Life community by supporting just on Patreon! For as little as $5 per month—less than the price of a coffee in some places—you will have access to multiple bonus episodes every …

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Episode 548: Are You an Expat or an Immigrant? 30:12

3M ago30:12

30:12

Tiffany moved to Italy as an expat in the fall of 2004—almost exactly two decades ago. Since then, she's married an Italian and started a family, bought a home in Italy, and become an Italian citizen, so... is it time to change that label from expat to immigrant? In response to a listener email, Tiffany and Katy chat about why Tiffany can't seem to…

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Episode 547: Traveling the World by Book 26:48

3M ago26:48

26:48

Reading books can inspire you to travel, and travel can inspire you to read books. It's what we call a delicious cycle. Today we talk about the books (and other types of art) that have inspired not only particular trips, but the things that we have sought out while on that trip, or even things we have made a point to see in our own cities. But this…

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#106 - The Party Bus Omnibus 1:52:36

3M ago1:52:36

1:52:36

Josie celebrates Taylor's birthday with a series of infamous party stories, featuring guests of honour from Kim Kardashian to Kim Jong-il. Plus: step into the ring with the Fighting Cholitas, the professional wrestlers crushing stereotypes of Indigenous women in Bolivia.由Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso

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Episode 546: Advice for Would-be Expats 35:55

3M ago35:55

35:55

Dreaming of moving abroad but loath to give up the job you love? On this episode from our archives, we discuss the hazards of giving up or interrupting your career in order to persue your expat dreams. Tiffany also gives listener Darlene practical tips to keep in mind when moving to Italy. Future expats, this is the show for you! Thanks to textile …

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#105 - I Hate Brenda 1:50:04

4M ago1:50:04

1:50:04

Taylor tells Josie and guest host Mitchell Collins about '90s nighttime soap queen and tabloid bad girl Shannen Doherty. Plus: a closer listen to hit em, the new musical genre that came to its creator in a dream.由Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso + Mitchell Collins

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Episode 545: The Secret of Success: Luck vs. Hard Work 32:18

4M ago32:18

32:18

You did it! You've landed that amazing job, or maybe you're successfully living abroad in the country you've always dreamed of, or you've published your book, bought your dream home, won a major award in your industry (you fill in the blank). The question is: can you chalk it all up to hard work? Or was there some luck involved? And how much of wha…

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[PATREON PREVIEW] A Confession and a Decision 2:47

4M ago2:47

2:47

Tiffany has an addiction she's decided to break, but she doesn't want to talk about it on the main show. She talks about it on this exclusive bonus episode. Want to hear the whole episode? Become part of the Bittersweet Life community by supporting just on Patreon! For as little as $5 per month—less than the price of a coffee in some places—you wil…

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Episode 544: It's Not a Goal, it's a QUEST! 33:37

4M ago33:37

33:37

What’s the difference between a goal and a quest? On this episode pulled from our archives (it's August afterall), Tiffany and Katy discuss what goes in to embarking on a quest, and why you would want to go on one. Tiffany (who famously loves a challenge) sets down her own definition of a quest, as well as why she believes the fun is not in the com…

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