The Resident Podcast

Open Media Portugal & Carl Munson
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Two weekly episodes from 'Portugal's newspaper for expats, since 1989' - The Resident News Review & The Resident Interview Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support.

  1. Was Strike 'general', Government rides rough-shod? & 'humanistic' integration – News Review – Ep.27

    Jun 6

    Was Strike 'general', Government rides rough-shod? & 'humanistic' integration – News Review – Ep.27

    Portugal Resident News Review – Episode 27 🇵🇹 In today’s roundup Carl, Natasha and special guest Chris Graeme of Essential Business look at: “Vast majority of Portuguese are working” – Government downplays impact of general strike - https://www.portugalresident.com/vast-majority-of-portuguese-are-working-government-downplays-impact-of-general-strike/ “Something isn’t right” in way Portugal’s AD government is railroading people’s lives in favour of foreign big business – https://www.portugalresident.com/something-isnt-right-in-way-portugals-ad-government-is-railroading-peoples-lives-in-favour-of-foreign-big-business/ Portugal rejects “aggressive policies against immigrants” – https://www.portugalresident.com/portugal-rejects-aggressive-policies-against-immigrants/ Plus the usual mix of politics, society, expat life and what it all means for those living in (or moving to) Portugal. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Portugal Resident News Review 🇵🇹 We welcome your views too, and suggestions of topics and tangents that they might explore behind and beyond the headlines, as well as guest reviewers to join us.  Published Fridays 3pm Contact Natasha – natasha.donn@portugalresident.com Contact Carl – carl@carlmunson.com (apoiado pelos#FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional#ALGARVE2030) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    32 min
  2. "You can't have that baby here!", talking rubbish & AIMA's big break – News Review – Ep.26

    Jun 6

    "You can't have that baby here!", talking rubbish & AIMA's big break – News Review – Ep.26

    Portugal Resident News Review – Episode 26 🇵🇹 In today’s roundup Carl, Natasha and special guest Paul Rees of Rural Properties look at: • Expanding Algarve landfills will not solve waste crisis – Almargem - https://www.portugalresident.com/expanding-algarve-landfills-will-not-solve-waste-crisis-almargem • Woman in childbirth “refused entry to Faro Hospital” - https://www.portugalresident.com/woman-in-childbirth-refused-entry-to-faro-hospital/ • AIMA announces four days of strike action, due to degradation of work conditions - https://www.portugalresident.com/aima-announces-four-days-of-strike-action-due-to-degradation-of-work-conditions/ Plus the usual mix of politics, society, expat life and what it all means for those living in (or moving to) Portugal. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Portugal Resident News Review 🇵🇹 We welcome your views too, and suggestions of topics and tangents that they might explore behind and beyond the headlines, as well as guest reviewers to join us.  Published Fridays 3pm Contact Natasha – natasha.donn@portugalresident.com Contact Carl – carl@carlmunson.com Paul Rees - www.rural-properties.com  (apoiado pelos#FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional#ALGARVE2030) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    33 min
  3. Growing up (& thriving) in Portugal – Resident Podcast Interview with Ben Austin – Ep.25 – 27-05-26

    Jun 6

    Growing up (& thriving) in Portugal – Resident Podcast Interview with Ben Austin – Ep.25 – 27-05-26

    In this fascinating episode we welcome Ben Austin – UK-born real estate advisor and passionate advocate for life in Portugal, having grown up here. Ben has called Portugal home since he landed here at the age of four with his travelling parents, sharing today deep local knowledge of the Silver Coast and Central Portugal regions. In this warm and insightful conversation, he shares his personal journey of schooling in Portugal, the realities of building a life and thriving here, cultural contrasts with the UK, daily life, and the evolving real estate landscape.  Ben discusses: • His transition from the UK as a child to becoming a true Portugal resident • What Portugal is like for young people entering the job market and what the future might hold  • Reflections on integration, community, lifestyle, and the reasons Portugal continues to attract people seeking a better quality of life • Reflections on cultural immersion, growing up, and the joys (and challenges) of life here A candid, inspiring and practical conversation for anyone considering a move to Portugal, already living here, or simply curious about authentic resident experiences, especially those with children. Subscribe and turn on notifications for more inspiring stories from real Portugal residents.  (apoiado pelos #FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional #algarve2030) #PortugalResidentPodcast #BenAustin #LivingInPortugal #PortugalExpat #MoveToPortugal #AlgarveLiving #PortugalRealEstate #ExpatsInPortugal #SilverCoast #PortugalLife #ThriveInPortugal #PortugalIntegration #PortugalPodcast #AlgarveExpat #CarlMunson #PortugalResident #LongTermPortugal #ArtInPortugal #PortugalCurator #Portugal2026 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    32 min
  4. Nationality unfairness, abandoned French children & strike to cause more chaos – News Review – Ep.25

    Jun 6

    Nationality unfairness, abandoned French children & strike to cause more chaos – News Review – Ep.25

    Portugal Resident News Review – Episode 25 🇵🇹 In today’s roundup Carl, Natasha and special guest Aveiro-based film-maker Andy Cline look at: • Portugal clarifies Nationality Law shake-up - www.portugalresident.com/portugal-clarifies-nationality-law-shake-up/  • “Abandoned children” were blindfolded by parents, and left in forest - www.portugalresident.com/abandoned-children-were-blindfolded-by-parents-and-left-in-forest • More than 500 flights at risk due to June 3 general strike - www.portugalresident.com/more-than-500-flights-at-risk-due-to-june-3-general-strike Plus the usual mix of politics, society, expat life and what it all means for those living in (or moving to) Portugal. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Portugal Resident News Review 🇵🇹 We welcome your views too, & suggestions of topics and tangents that they might explore behind and beyond the headlines, as well as guest reviewers to join us. Published Fridays 3pm Contact Natasha – natasha.donn@portugalresident.com Contact Carl – carl@carlmunson.com Andy's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@UCIGm56TdUFR7C10mGAaYzng (apoiado pelos#FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional#ALGARVE2030) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    42 min
  5. Faro: Palm Springs of Portugal – Resident Podcast Interview with Richard Walker – Ep.24 – 20-05-26

    Jun 6

    Faro: Palm Springs of Portugal – Resident Podcast Interview with Richard Walker – Ep.24 – 20-05-26

    In this fascinating episode we welcome Richard Walker – celebrated British artist, photographer, author and passionate champion of Faro’s modernist architecture. A London-based artist who studied at Camberwell and Chelsea, Richard first discovered Faro around 20 years ago on a winter trip. What began as a relaxing getaway quickly turned into a deep obsession with the city’s remarkable 20th-century modernist buildings - often compared to Palm Springs in the Algarve.  Richard shares: • His journey discovering and documenting Faro’s hidden modernist treasures (nearly 500 buildings!) • The story behind the hugely popular Faro Modernist Weekend (now in its fifth year) – tours, exhibitions, talks and international visitors • His new book Faro Modernism: Buildings, Heritage and Culture Through the Lens of an Artist • Cultural contrasts between London and the Algarve, protecting modernist heritage from development, and the inspiring community drawn to Faro  • Why passion and deep immersion matter in today’s distracted world A warm, insightful and visually inspiring conversation about art, architecture, heritage and building a meaningful connection with Portugal.  Subscribe and turn on notifications for more inspiring stories from Portugal residents Buy Richard's book here - https://www.batsfordbooks.com/book/faro-modernism/  (apoiado pelos #FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional #algarve2030)  #PortugalResidentPodcast #RichardWalker #FaroModernism #ModernistArchitecture #AlgarveArchitecture #PalmSpringsOfPortugal #FaroModernistWeekend #PortugalExpats #AlgarveLiving #MoveToPortugal #ModernistHeritage #ArtInPortugal #PortugalPodcast #CarlMunson #PortugalTalk #FaroPortugal #ArchitecturalTours #PortugalLiving #AlgarveCulture #20thCenturyArchitecture Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    26 min
  6. Portugal's airport agony, corruption optics & more police on the streets – News Review – Ep.24

    Jun 6

    Portugal's airport agony, corruption optics & more police on the streets – News Review – Ep.24

    Portugal Resident News Review – Episode 24 🇵🇹 In today’s roundup Carl, Natasha and special guest Chris Graeme of Essential Business, cover the big stories making headlines in Portugal: • EU border controls continue to frustrate travellers to Portugal - www.portugalresident.com/eu-border-controls-continue-to-frustrate-travellers-to-portugal • Brother-in-law of key government minister target of PJ police swoop - www.portugalresident.com/brother-in-law-of-key-government-minister-target-of-pj-police-swoop • Closure of police stations will ‘free’ up to 500 agents for street patrols - www.portugalresident.com/brother-in-law-of-key-government-minister-target-of-pj-police-swoop Plus the usual mix of politics, society, expat life and what it all means for those living in (or moving to) Portugal. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Portugal Resident News Review 🇵🇹 We welcome your views too, & suggestions of topics and tangents that they might explore behind and beyond the headlines, as well as guest reviewers to join us.  Published Fridays 3pm  Contact Natasha – natasha.donn@portugalresident.com Contact Carl – carl@carlmunson.com Chris - info@essential-business.pt  (apoiado pelos#FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional#ALGARVE2030) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    39 min
  7. “You get better. It gets better” – Resident Podcast Interview with Tova Leigh – Ep.23 – 13-05-26

    Jun 6

    “You get better. It gets better” – Resident Podcast Interview with Tova Leigh – Ep.23 – 13-05-26

    In this inspiring episode we welcome **Tova Leigh** – polymath, Renaissance woman, author, performer and founder of powerful women’s communities in Portugal. Born in Israel with an Irish mother, Tova lived in London for 18 years before falling in love with Portugal on a summer holiday. Post-COVID she made the move and now calls the Algarve home. Tova shares: • Her hugely popular women’s retreats in the Algarve – focusing on empowerment, boundaries, pleasure, body image and beautiful intergenerational connections • The upcoming **Femal Festival** (now in November) – an accessible expansion with workshops, talks and activities for women of all ages • Her new storytelling show coming to Lisbon on 21 October – funny, feminist, with humor and banter (men are welcome!) • Cultural differences performing in Portugal vs London and why the expat community here is so supportive • Her message to women: “You get better. It gets better.” A warm, honest and uplifting conversation about personal growth, community, creativity and building a new life in Portugal. Subscribe and turn on notifications for more inspiring stories from Portugal residents 🇵🇹  More here – https://tovaleigh.com/  (apoiado pelos #FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional #ALGARVE2030)  #PortugalResidentPodcast #TovaLeigh #WomensRetreatsAlgarve #FemalFestival #PortugalExpats #WomenEmpowerment #AlgarveLiving #LisbonEvents #PortugalWomen #FeministPortugal #MoveToPortugal #PortugalPodcast #CarlMunson #PortugalTalk #AlgarveRetreats #WomensCommunity #PortugalLiving Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    24 min
  8. Portugal's grand transformation plan, police brutality & let's drink tea! – News Review – Ep.23

    Jun 6

    Portugal's grand transformation plan, police brutality & let's drink tea! – News Review – Ep.23

    Portugal Resident News Review – Episode 23 🇵🇹 In today’s roundup Carl, Natasha and special guest Lonny McLaughlin, American in Porto, cover the big stories making headlines in Portugal: • The government’s ambitious **grand transformation plan** for the country - www.portugalresident.com/transformation-masterplan-unveiled • Latest updates on police brutality concerns - www.portugalresident.com/lisbon-police-torture-case-travelling-the-world • A lighter moment: “Let’s drink tea!” – the Portuguese way to handle the news - www.portugalresident.com/dearest-gentle-reader-how-costume-dramas-and-cult-films-spark-nostalgia-retail Plus the usual mix of politics, society, expat life and what it all means for those living in (or moving to) Portugal. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a Portugal Resident News Review 🇵🇹  We welcome your views too, & suggestions of topics and tangents that they might explore behind and beyond the headlines, as well as guest reviewers to join us. Published Fridays 3pm Contact Natasha – natasha.donn@portugalresident.com Contact Carl – carl@carlmunson.com Lonny - https://lonny-mclaughlin.com  (apoiado pelos#FundosEuropeus, no âmbito do Programa Regional#ALGARVE2030)  #PortugalNews #PortugalNewsReview #PortugalResident #PortugalTransformation #PoliceBrutality #PortugalPolitics #PortugalExpats #PortugalLiving #PortugalTalk #CarlMunson #PortugalCommunity #AlgarveLiving #LisbonLife Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support. www.portugalresident.com

    30 min
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Two weekly episodes from 'Portugal's newspaper for expats, since 1989' - The Resident News Review & The Resident Interview Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-resident-podcast--6801411/support.

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    Open Media Portugal & Carl Munson
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