
Podcast by Mistelle Godlewski
Podcast by Mistelle Godlewski
13 October 2025
Everyone wants to move abroad easily — but chasing the “easiest visa” is how people end up broke, burnt out, or back on a return flight they didn’t plan to take.
In this episode of ABROADly Speaking, I dismantles the myth of “easy countries” and expose why quick-fix visas usually cost more, restrict you later, and turn your dream move into bureaucratic Groundhog Day.
You’ll learn what “easy” really means in visa language (spoiler: it’s code for “short-term pain disguised as convenience”) — and what you should actually look for instead.
Link to the Visa Therapy Challenge (inside the Departure Lounge)
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07 October 2025
Tired of being stuck in visa limbo? In this episode of ABROADly Speaking, I'm debunking the internet’s favorite argument — visa first or job first — and explaining why neither one is the right place to start. You’ll learn how to build leverage, create momentum, and stop waiting for the perfect order before you make your move abroad.
If you’re serious about moving overseas — but stuck between Google tabs and embassy confusion — this is the dose of real talk you need.
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30 September 2025
“Just get the visa—it’s easy.” LOL, no. In this raw, no-fluff episode, I break down the truth about moving-abroad visas: real costs (translations, apostilles, insurance), timelines that slip, documents you didn’t know existed, and the subtle red flags officers look for. You’ll learn how to use official government sources, what to prepare first, and how to present yourself as a safe bet—so you don’t cry in front of the clerk.
Free personalized Visa Checklist (works across most countries)
Research & Register mini-course (payment plan from $34) to set up visas, registrations, and timelines without 100 tabs
Have questions? DM @iammistelle on Instagram
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22 September 2025
Thinking a move abroad will fix everything? In this raw, unscripted episode, I pull back the curtain on what life overseas is really like—the good, the gutting, and the everyday in between. We talk mental health wins, culture shock, language gaps, time-zone whiplash, taxes (twice!), and the ache of being far from family during emergencies and milestones. If you want the freedom of a life abroad and the truth about the trade-offs, this is your reality check—with love.
Resources
Start planning with Research & Register (mini-course; 3-month plan from $34)
Freebie: Cover Letter Template (for applying abroad)
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15 September 2025
If you’re serious about living overseas, the job seeker visa can beat digital-nomad hype. I break down what it is, who qualifies, proof-of-funds, timelines (often 6 months), and how it converts to a work permit/EU Blue Card—plus Germany, Austria (Red-White-Red), Portugal, Sweden, and UAE examples.
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08 September 2025
If you’ve ever Googled “do cats survive cargo??” at 2am, this one’s for you. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I moved overseas with my pets—twice—what I’d do again, and what I’d skip. No scare tactics, no fluff. Just real talk on international pet travel so you can stop spiraling and start planning.
Here’s what I cover:
Bottom line: your pet wants you. With the right prep, they’ll handle the move better than you think (often better than we do).
Got questions about your specific route or rules? DM me on Instagram @iammistelle and I’ll point you in the right direction.
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