The Remote Life

hanmeetsworld
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A show with a mission to empower people to live their remote life dreams.

  1. We're doing some podcast maintenance.

    20 JAN

    We're doing some podcast maintenance.

    Hey guys! It’s Han, the host of The Remote Life Podcast. I just wanted to let you guys know that we’ll be doing a bit of maintenance on the podcast over the next couple of weeks, so things may look a little different temporarily. For updates, you can check The Remote Life pages on LinkedIn and Instagram. We can’t wait to remote work with you again soon!

    14 sec
  2. Remote work and culture beyond the office with Mine Dedekoca (Happy Work Studio)

    9 JAN

    Remote work and culture beyond the office with Mine Dedekoca (Happy Work Studio)

    Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Mine Dedekoca. Based in Istanbul, Mine is the Founder and Chief Happiness Officer of Happy Work Studio, and played a key role in the creation of Türkiye’s Digital Nomad Festival. In this episode, we talk about what remote work and culture mean beyond location, the rise of solopreneurship and what it means to create a career that is aligned for you. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

    43 min
  3. Turning a traditional career into a remote creative business with Annika Räihä

    15/12/2025

    Turning a traditional career into a remote creative business with Annika Räihä

    Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Annika Räihä! Originally from Finland, Annika is a seasoned remote creative, founder of Sunday Brunch Company, and cofounder of Viisi Agency. In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to dismantle a traditional career and rebuild it remotely, the mindset shift from freelancing to intentional business ownership, and how slowing down and building community can lead to deeper work and more meaningful freedom. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

    31 min
  4. Building an Authentic Creative Business from Anywhere with Spencer VanDerStarren (Take Your Seat)

    09/12/2025

    Building an Authentic Creative Business from Anywhere with Spencer VanDerStarren (Take Your Seat)

    Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Spencer VanDerStarren! Originally from Canada, Spencer is the creative behind Take Your Seat, where his iconic director's chair appears in breathtaking locations from Hong Kong mountaintops to Mediterranean shores. In this episode, we dive into the creative process behind his signature concept, the untold challenges of building a creative business on the road, and what mindful content creation means in today's world. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

    45 min
  5. Not All Remote Workers Are Digital Nomads: Why 2026 Needs a Rebrand

    30/11/2025

    Not All Remote Workers Are Digital Nomads: Why 2026 Needs a Rebrand

    A grounded, honest conversation about the evolution of remote work and digital nomadism.Why more people are stepping back, why the lifestyle is often a chapter (not a forever identity), and why 2026 needs a big rebrand of what “remote life” actually looks like.

    30 min
  6. Remote Life In Barbados with Darcy Alexander (@darcygram_)

    20/09/2025

    Remote Life In Barbados with Darcy Alexander (@darcygram_)

    Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Darcy Alexander! Originally from the UK, Darcy is a health journalist who is now enjoying life in Barbados thanks to the Welcome Stamp Visa. In this episode, we talk about Darcy’s experience of the Welcome Stamp Visa process as well as island life and some practical considerations when making the leap. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

    17 min
  7. Remote Life in Barbados with Kaylee Swiergosz (b_elite_kaylee)

    15/09/2025

    Remote Life in Barbados with Kaylee Swiergosz (b_elite_kaylee)

    Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Kaylee Swiergosz! Originally from Toronto, Canada, Kaylee is a personal trainer who is now enjoying life in Barbados thanks to the Welcome Stamp Visa. In this episode, we talk about Kaylee’s experience of the Welcome Stamp Visa process as well as island life and some practical considerations when making the leap. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

    16 min
  8. Remote Life in Barbados with Janella Shirley (@jshirls0110)

    05/09/2025

    Remote Life in Barbados with Janella Shirley (@jshirls0110)

    Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Janella Shirley! An attorney and candle creator, she moved from the US and is now enjoying life in Barbados thanks to the Welcome Stamp Visa. In this episode, we talk about Janella’s experience of the Welcome Stamp Visa process as well as island life and some practical considerations when making the leap. So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

    15 min
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A show with a mission to empower people to live their remote life dreams.

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  • Creator
    hanmeetsworld
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Remote Life