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Maria Barciela
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Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer Hosted by Maria Barciela, Almost Local explores what it means to build a life between places and cultures. Through honest conversations and personal reflections, we talk about belonging, identity, change, and the unexpected lessons of living abroad. Because wherever we come from, stories bring us closer. For more stories and reflections, follow Maria's writing on Between Places: https://mariabarciela.substack.com

  1. Oct 16

    EP 34 — The Gift of Distance - On moving away, returning home, and discovering what really matters.

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

  2. Jul 31

    EP 33 — Maria & Nikki - Embracing Change: Reflections on Life Abroad and Coming Home

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

  3. Jul 16

    EP 32 — Finding Home in the Smallest Habits

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

  4. Jul 8

    EP 31 — Does Moving Abroad Change Who You Are?

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

  5. Jun 24

    EP 30 — From Canada, to the USA, Switzerland, and The Netherlands; Andrea's story.

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

  6. Jun 10

    EP 29 — Culture Shock in New Zealand: Honest Truths About Kiwi Life

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

  7. May 15

    EP 28 — Maria and Heike, from Germany to New Zealand - Belonging Across Borders

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

  8. May 6

    EP 27 — April Abroad: Reflections from Auckland, New Zealand

    Send us Fan Mail Support the show Stay Connected Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Almost Local on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode. For more personal stories and reflections on travel, entrepreneurship, and living between cultures, read Between Places, Maria's Substack: https://mariabarciela.substack.com And if this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might enjoy the conversation. Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer.

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Almost Local — Stories That Bring Us Closer Hosted by Maria Barciela, Almost Local explores what it means to build a life between places and cultures. Through honest conversations and personal reflections, we talk about belonging, identity, change, and the unexpected lessons of living abroad. Because wherever we come from, stories bring us closer. For more stories and reflections, follow Maria's writing on Between Places: https://mariabarciela.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Maria Barciela
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Almost Local
  • Show Website
    Almost Local