House of Peregrine

Mickelle Weber
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Welcome to House of Peregrine, a podcast hosted by Mickelle Weber, the Founder & Auteur of House of Peregrine. Mickelle brings together a diverse range of experts, seekers, and fellow Peregrines to delve deep into the multifaceted aspects of living abroad. Through thought-provoking conversations, personal anecdotes, and expert insights, Mickelle and her guests navigate the intricacies of living abroad. They share their wisdom, experiences, and strategies for building meaningful connections, managing financial matters, nurturing relationships, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in an unfamiliar environment. Whether you are a seasoned expatriate, an aspiring wanderer, or simply curious about the peregrine experience, this podcast offers invaluable guidance and inspiration. Each episode takes you on a journey of self-discovery, expanding your perspective and empowering you to thrive amidst the complexities of living abroad. We look forward to having you join us on the House of Peregrine Podcast as we explore the depths of the expatriate experience.  For more about our community, visit https://www.houseofperegrine.com/

  1. 21H AGO

    Burnout Isn’t “Tired” | A Most Played Episode Clip

    When your ambition collides with your humanity, the body always keeps the score. In this Most Replayed Moment, Mickelle is joined by Alicia Ingruber of Alicia Inspired, for a candid, deeply grounding conversation on what burnout actually is and why it’s so often misunderstood. Alicia shares her own story: a childhood shaped by constant relocation, the lifelong search for belonging, and the belief that “home” would finally be found in Amsterdam, until it wasn’t. In trying to build the dream life anyway, she went into overdrive: more work, more discipline, more effort, more proving. The warning signs arrived quietly (exhaustion, headaches, digestion issues, deep unhappiness)… until her nervous system collapsed into a multi-year burnout that stripped everything back. What followed became a turning point: learning to listen to her body, rebuild from the inside out, and dedicate her work to somatic healing, nervous system regulation, and sustainable success. In this episode: Alicia’s lived experience of burnout and what “collapse” can truly look like Why burnout isn’t “tired” or “overwhelmed,” but a full-body, emotional, and mental shutdown A clear nervous-system lens: regulated vs. fight/flight vs. dorsal collapse (numbness + depletion) Why modern culture expects burnout recovery to look like a cold and how that pressure prolongs healing The invitation on the other side: coming back into the body, building a life that fits, and learning a new pace If what is shared feels familiar,  let it be gentle confirmation: you’re not broken and you’re not alone. Listen to the full original episode here: https://www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-063 To connect with Alicia Ingruber and explore her work at Alicia Inspired, visit https://www.aliciainspired.com and follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciainspired. House of Peregrine is the network for International life, made by and for people living abroad.   Get started with a FREE account today to unlock exclusive content, connections, and opportunities: houseofperegrine.com/auth/signup Join a global circle of thinkers, creators, and doers. We host events, build products, publish guides, run a podcast, offer rewards and curated products — all within a vibrant ecosystem of experts and businesses to support your life abroad. Subscribe: houseofperegrine.com/subscribe Join our WhatsApp Group: HOP Community Explore Memberships: houseofperegrine.com/memberships Install the App: houseofperegrine.com/install Follow us for daily inspiration and updates: Instagram: @houseofperegrinepodcast YouTube: @HouseofPeregrineofficial LinkedIn:@company/house-of-peregrine TikTok: @houseofperegrinepodcast

    13 min

  2. MAR 18

    Take a Sabbatical! Prevent Burnout and Realign with Your Purpose | Ep 84

    What if sabbaticals aren’t just for college professors and burnout isn’t a personal failure or even a rest deficit? Burnout might just be a quiet signal that life and work have drifted out of alignment and a sabbatical could be an important step in all careers? In this episode, Mickelle sits down with Lyndall Farley, co-founder of BreakSpace, to reframe career breaks as an intentional bridge between chapters. Lyndall shares how she’s taken 12 sabbaticals (including one that reshaped her entire life in Amsterdam) and why BreakSpace exists: to offer both a roadmap and a community, so you’re not navigating the “messy middle” alone. Together, they explore the dignity of transition: how to plan for change before it becomes a crisis, how to anchor your break in themes (not productivity goals), and how to return to a life you don’t need to escape from. In this episode: Why burnout is often structural misalignment (and why rest alone isn’t enough) The reality of non-linear careers and shifting life priorities Founders, identity fusion, and the pull to default into “the next thing” How to design a break with themes, not goals Lyndall’s 5 psychological phases of a sabbatical, from decompression to re-entry Learn more: https://gobreakspace.com  Connect with Lyndall on LinkedIn  (DMs welcome). Grab details for the discount at houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-084

    54 min

  3. MAR 11

    Finding the School That Fits Your Family | A Most Played Episode Clip

    Choosing a primary school is one of the first and most emotionally charged decisions families face when relocating to the Netherlands. In this most‑played moment from Episode 026, Mickelle revisits a standout conversation with Annebet van Mameren of New2NL, whose decade of experience supporting international families brings calm, clarity, and perspective to the process. Together, they explore why children’s happiness is foundational to a successful move, how the Dutch school system is designed around choice rather than rankings, and what really matters when selecting a school, especially for internationally minded families navigating language, culture, and community for the first time. This clip is an essential listen for parents at the beginning of their journey and a grounding reminder for those already immersed in the Dutch education system. Links to the full episode, the Amsterdam School Lottery guide, and the supporting app can be found in the show notes. In this episode: Why children’s happiness directly impacts family and professional wellbeing How the Dutch school system prioritizes choice over “best school” rankings What international families should look for when choosing a primary school The role of community, language, and parental involvement in school fit Annebet van Mameren is the founder of New2NL, a relocation consultancy that supported international families for over 10 years. While the company has since closed, the insights shared here remain highly relevant. 🎧 Full episode: https://www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-026📘 School Lottery Guide: https://www.houseofperegrine.com/journal/ams-school-lottery-nav House of Peregrine is the network for International life, made by and for people living abroad.   Get started with a FREE account today to unlock exclusive content, connections, and opportunities: houseofperegrine.com/auth/signup Join a global circle of thinkers, creators, and doers. We host events, build products, publish guides, run a podcast, offer rewards and curated products — all within a vibrant ecosystem of experts and businesses to support your life abroad. Subscribe: houseofperegrine.com/subscribe Join our WhatsApp Group: HOP Community Explore Memberships: houseofperegrine.com/memberships Install the App: houseofperegrine.com/install Follow us for daily inspiration and updates: Instagram: @houseofperegrinepodcast YouTube: @HouseofPeregrineofficial LinkedIn:@company/house-of-peregrine TikTok: @houseofperegrinepodcast

    15 min

  4. MAR 4

    College Ready, Debt Free | Ep 83

    Mickelle is joined by Shellee Howard of CollegeReadyPlan (collegereadyplan.com) for a calm, practical masterclass on getting teens “university ready” without signing up for years of debt. With four kids through college debt‑free (and deep experience across the US + Europe), Shellee makes the process feel both elevated and doable. Her North Star is identity: when a student knows who they are, what matters, and can prove it, they waste less time, choose majors with intention, and become far more scholarship‑ready. She shares a simple “million‑dollar in 24 hours” game that surfaces core values without the eye‑roll. Together they map the international reality: US admissions are holistic, leadership and initiative matter, while many European pathways are more GPA‑driven and can track students earlier. Shellee also demystifies SAT vs ACT focus, IB vs AP tradeoffs, and why starting early is the quiet advantage. In this episode A core‑values game that unlocks better decisions How self‑knowledge reduces debt (and stress) What universities value: leadership > “sign up and show up” SAT vs ACT: diagnose, pick one, then train US vs Europe admissions: holistic vs GPA‑driven Scholarships (even in middle school) + the role of FAFSA For more and for all Shellee’s links visit https://www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-083 House of Peregrine is the network for International life, made by and for people living abroad.   Get started with a FREE account today to unlock exclusive content, connections, and opportunities: houseofperegrine.com/auth/signup Join a global circle of thinkers, creators, and doers. We host events, build products, publish guides, run a podcast, offer rewards and curated products — all within a vibrant ecosystem of experts and businesses to support your life abroad. Subscribe: houseofperegrine.com/subscribe Join our WhatsApp Group: HOP Community Explore Memberships: houseofperegrine.com/memberships Install the App: houseofperegrine.com/install Follow us for daily inspiration and updates: Instagram: @houseofperegrinepodcast YouTube: @HouseofPeregrineofficial LinkedIn:@company/house-of-peregrine TikTok: @houseofperegrinepodcast

    1h 7m

  5. FEB 25

    A Teachers Tells all about International Moves and Kids with Jessica Lander | Ep 82

    Moving across borders changes who we are and how our kids learn. In this very current, eye opening  conversation, Mickelle sits down with award‑winning teacher and author Jessica Lander to unpack what real belonging looks like in schools: not a vibe, a design. From reframing “English first” to seeing multilingual students as the cultural navigators they already are, Jessica brings clarity, hope, and practical wisdom. We explore her research for Making Americans, the eight pillars of belonging, and why family–school partnerships should be a school’s responsibility, not a parent’s side‑hustle. We also touch the shifting U.S. policy climate and how to help kids become upstanders, age‑appropriate action that restores agency. In this episode: Strengths over deficits for multilingual learners The 8 pillars of belonging (safety, advocates, voice, and more) Family engagement that actually works Policy context: Plyler v. Doe and school safety Practical frames for hard conversations with kids Upstander habits for every age Connect with guest Jessica Lander at https://www.jessicalander.com and on Instagram @JessicaLander9. Explore House of Peregrine memberships and resources at https://www.houseofperegrine.com.  House of Peregrine is the network for International life, made by and for people living abroad.   Get started with a FREE account today to unlock exclusive content, connections, and opportunities: houseofperegrine.com/auth/signup Join a global circle of thinkers, creators, and doers. We host events, build products, publish guides, run a podcast, offer rewards and curated products — all within a vibrant ecosystem of experts and businesses to support your life abroad. Subscribe: houseofperegrine.com/subscribe Join our WhatsApp Group: HOP Community Explore Memberships: houseofperegrine.com/memberships Install the App: houseofperegrine.com/install Follow us for daily inspiration and updates: Instagram: @houseofperegrinepodcast YouTube: @HouseofPeregrineofficial LinkedIn:@company/house-of-peregrine TikTok: @houseofperegrinepodcast

    1h 9m

  6. FEB 18

    Student Visas: A New Way to Live In Europe at Any Age! | Ep 81

    Moving abroad isn’t just for the young and untethered. In this elegant, grounded conversation, Mickelle and Move to Europe visa expert Travis Drews explore how clarity beats fear and how language programs, scholarships, and student visas create legal, affordable pathways to Europe at any age and stage. Travis shares his Peregrine story from Texas to Berlin - DJ, remote tech, founder - and why the frame isn’t “hard vs. easy,” but “which path fits you, and how do we walk it.” Together, they unpack integration with grace: start the language before you land, honor local norms, and let the place change you. They also champion community as the quiet superpower where tiny, make‑or‑break questions meet real‑time answers, and small smart steps compound into a life that feels both rooted and free. In this episode: Student visas, scholarships, and language study as real entry paths The arc: study → job seeker → job → residency → citizenship Why “move toward” beats fleeing fear Learn the language early; be a guest who plays by local rules Community for forms, timing, and the unknowns Europe’s openness to education and what that reveals If “someday” is calling, start with one elegant step.  For more on Travis Drews, visit The Global Citizen Hub. House of Peregrine is the network for International life, made by and for people living abroad.   Get started with a FREE account today to unlock exclusive content, connections, and opportunities: houseofperegrine.com/auth/signup Join a global circle of thinkers, creators, and doers. We host events, build products, publish guides, run a podcast, offer rewards and curated products — all within a vibrant ecosystem of experts and businesses to support your life abroad. Subscribe: houseofperegrine.com/subscribe Join our WhatsApp Group: HOP Community Explore Memberships: houseofperegrine.com/memberships Install the App: houseofperegrine.com/install Follow us for daily inspiration and updates: Instagram: @houseofperegrinepodcast YouTube: @HouseofPeregrineofficial LinkedIn:@company/house-of-peregrine TikTok: @houseofperegrinepodcast

    48 min

  7. FEB 11

    New Visa Policies: The Future of Global Work | A Most Played Episode Clip

    This Most Replayed Episode returns to a conversation that feels especially timely. Mickelle and Dr. Kaisu Koskela explore the gap between the rise of remote work and the Visas and Countries still catching up. Kaisu breaks down why many digital nomad visas are modeled like migration permits: slow, rigid, and out of sync with people who are already moving. The shift, though, is underway. As governments recognize remote workers as long-term contributors, not just tourists, better policy becomes not only possible, but inevitable. Kaisu outlines what that can look like: a “funnel” from short stays to deeper contribution, clearer permission to work remotely while visiting, and residency pathways that reflect modern, globally distributed work. For the full conversation, head to the episode page, where you’ll also find more about Dr. Kaisu and the work she’s doing: https://www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-071 House of Peregrine is the network for International life, made by and for people living abroad.   Get started with a FREE account today to unlock exclusive content, connections, and opportunities: houseofperegrine.com/auth/signup Join a global circle of thinkers, creators, and doers. We host events, build products, publish guides, run a podcast, offer rewards and curated products — all within a vibrant ecosystem of experts and businesses to support your life abroad. Subscribe: houseofperegrine.com/subscribe Join our WhatsApp Group: HOP Community Explore Memberships: houseofperegrine.com/memberships Install the App: houseofperegrine.com/install Follow us for daily inspiration and updates: Instagram: @houseofperegrinepodcast YouTube: @HouseofPeregrineofficial LinkedIn:@company/house-of-peregrine TikTok: @houseofperegrinepodcast

    14 min

  8. FEB 4

    Creating Meaning: Ritual & Ceremony with Kama by Andrea | Ep 80

    In this episode, Mickelle sits down with Andrea Jansen, Amsterdam-based designer and founder of Kama by Andrea, to explore what it looks like when creativity, spirituality, and devotion become something you can actually wrap around a life transition. Andrea shares the origin of the name Kama, rooted in Kamadeva, India’s “Cupid” and why her work is ultimately about love made tangible, not trend cycles. Together they unpack Andrea’s path from fashion design and years in art direction/product design (often in the baby + children space) into a deeper calling: creating “modern sacred garments” that honour birth as both practical and profoundly mythic. The conversation moves through symbolism, Andrea’s holy bird as a bridge between heaven and earth, wings spread in protection around a baby’s name and why these rituals matter, with or without religion. They also widen the lens on “sustainability,” arguing it isn’t only materials and labels, it’s meaning, longevity, small-batch integrity, and choices that reduce waste because objects become keepsakes. Andrea speaks candidly about producing ethically at small scale, the pricing pressures of the current system, and her desire to keep sacred design accessible. in this episode Why Kama (Kamadeva) + Andrea’s deep connection to India Birth blankets/capes as ceremony: naming, protection, transition The “holy bird” symbol + how Andrea designs through deep knowing Reframing sustainability: sacred = kept, not discarded Small-batch ethics, pricing realities, and questioning the system The heroine’s journey, slowness, and trusting creative purpose Find Andrea at https://kamabyandrea.com and in Amsterdam at Atelier Hop.  For a special listener offer, visit https://www.houseofperegrine.com/podcast/ep-080. Follow House of Peregrine at https://www.houseofperegrine.com. House of Peregrine is the network for International life, made by and for people living abroad.   Get started with a FREE account today to unlock exclusive content, connections, and opportunities: houseofperegrine.com/auth/signup Join a global circle of thinkers, creators, and doers. We host events, build products, publish guides, run a podcast, offer rewards and curated products — all within a vibrant ecosystem of experts and businesses to support your life abroad. Subscribe: houseofperegrine.com/subscribe Join our WhatsApp Group: HOP Community Explore Memberships: houseofperegrine.com/memberships Install the App: houseofperegrine.com/install Follow us for daily inspiration and updates: Instagram: @houseofperegrinepodcast YouTube: @HouseofPeregrineofficial LinkedIn:@company/house-of-peregrine TikTok: @houseofperegrinepodcast

    43 min
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About

Welcome to House of Peregrine, a podcast hosted by Mickelle Weber, the Founder & Auteur of House of Peregrine. Mickelle brings together a diverse range of experts, seekers, and fellow Peregrines to delve deep into the multifaceted aspects of living abroad. Through thought-provoking conversations, personal anecdotes, and expert insights, Mickelle and her guests navigate the intricacies of living abroad. They share their wisdom, experiences, and strategies for building meaningful connections, managing financial matters, nurturing relationships, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in an unfamiliar environment. Whether you are a seasoned expatriate, an aspiring wanderer, or simply curious about the peregrine experience, this podcast offers invaluable guidance and inspiration. Each episode takes you on a journey of self-discovery, expanding your perspective and empowering you to thrive amidst the complexities of living abroad. We look forward to having you join us on the House of Peregrine Podcast as we explore the depths of the expatriate experience.  For more about our community, visit https://www.houseofperegrine.com/

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  • Creator
    Mickelle Weber
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mickelle Weber
  • Show Website
    House of Peregrine

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