I discussed expat life before smartphones, moving to the U.S., classism, being a tiger dad, American materialism and more.
‘No AC Until June’ Redux
Holding the line in 2026: can I keep refusing AC in a year that saw 92 degrees in April?
How LatAm Expats are Soft and Weak
How Latin America used to be a pain in the arse, why that was good and, lastly, don’t be a pussy.
Why do Rich Latin Americans Think They’re Middle Class?
A strange pattern across Latin America and beyond: the rich don’t know they’re rich.
Ep. 5: Emeralds & Loansharking in Colombia
Story from 2011 Bogota featuring two of Colombia’s dodgiest industries: emeralds and loansharking.
Expats Can Get Used to Anything (Snow Redux)
Alternate Titles: Snow, Tropics, and the Expat Condition. Beautiful for 10 Minutes: Learning to Love Snow Again.