Explaining my reasons for moving the family from Lima to St. Louis, Missouri and the implications of repatriation.
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Bad Bunny’s Album is Not Perfect, Dip$hit$
Explaining why Bad Bunny’s new album X100PRE is not perfect. In fact it’s Not Good, Not Bad, and he should change his name to Sad Bunny.
When Readers Attack! ‘All Yall Know to Do is Judge and be Racist’
I take to task a poorly educated reader who mischaracterizes several aspects of American culture in a futile attempt to defend Colombian food.
The POTUS Creates a Work of Art
On the best image to come out of the Trump presidency: the banquet for college football champions Clemson Tigers.
Say No to Cocaine Shaming
A rebuttal against a Guardian op-ed which argues that white, middle-class cocaine users are complicit in the violence of narcoterrorism and the drug war.
American Hardcore: A Training Playlist
All-American hardcore playlist for intense training. Rap/hip-hop, metal, rock rap, reggaeton, trap and more. Ladies, this may not be for you.
Expat Chronicles Inspires ‘Manosphere’ Meme
Detailing how Expat Chronicles planted the seed for the common “manosphere” meme, “soy boy,” in a 2012 article disparaging reggaeton artist, Farruko.
Do You Really Believe in Your New Country?
An overview with links for country-specific ETFs (exchange-traded funds) for expats looking for a relatively low-risk way to invest money in their new countries.
An Ode to Anthony Bourdain
American expat in Bogota, Matt Rines, offers an ode to the celebrity chef, travel reporter and philosopher on the human condition, Anthony Bourdain.
A Look at Modafinil For Expats and Nomads
Jake from Nomadic Hustle gives us an overview on the nootropic, modafinil, and how independent professionals use this smart drug to boost their production at work.
Maca Nitro for Going HAM
Some training videos of myself and wife doing squats (140kg and 60kg respectively), overhead squats, deadlifts and more to show how Maca Nitro powers workouts.
Ten Years and Running
A history of the ten years since launching Expat Chronicles. Ups, downs, good, bad, ugly and a chart showing the monthly traffic data.
