The Big Purple Blob PODCAST

183- How Did You Start Out in The Foreign Service? Origin Stories

Apr 10, 2025

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Tell us your story, share your ideas for episode topics, set up a time to talk with one of us for personal coaching and find more purpose in your overseas life.

Lisa Tilstra, Angi Solley, Sharoya Ham, Susie Czorz-Brown are all HERE for...

182.5- BONUS Third Culture Kid: An In-Depth Understanding with Megan Norton

Mar 31, 2025

A deep dive into what it means to be a Third Culture Kid

“Letters Now Sent” Book Invitation:

You are invited to submit a written piece for the book, “Letters Now Sent.” Inspired by Ruth Van Reken's book "Letters Never Sent", "Letters Now Sent" will be a collection of letters from TCKs, parents of TCKs, and...

182- A 'How To' on IEPs (Personalized Educational Plans for your kid in school)

Mar 31, 2025

Does your child have special educational needs? If so, this is the episode for you! Education Consultant Aisha Smith and Janelle Meyers, Founder of Global Village Tutors, explain what parents should do before leaving post and what they need to do once they arrive in the States to ensure their child has the smoothest...

181- Therapy for ExPats in 2025: What are the Options?

Mar 12, 2025

Let's find out what the options are for meeting with a therapist in the Diplomatic community these days.

Have you been wondering if therapy could help you? Are you struggling to find the right therapist for your needs? Frustrated with therapists who don’t understand the challenges of expatlife?

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180- Government to Private work Transition: Expert Ben Fowle did it

Feb 26, 2025

This episode comes at an important time when so many USAID families are seeking new work after sudden termination without cause.

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