Where She Builds

Anna and Shandi
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Your backstage pass to the messy, magical world of building life and business your own way. Hosted by globe-trotting solopreneurs Anna and Shandi, we share travel mishaps, mindset shifts, money moves and honest conversations with fellow entrepreneurs, travellers, and friends we meet along the way. From backpacks to business plans, we’re talking wins, flops, and real talk no one tells you. Whether you're remote or dreaming of it, come grow and laugh with us.

  1. 6D AGO

    Ep. 30 Coworking Spaces the Pros, Cons and Must-Haves for Digital Nomads

    What makes a coworking space memorable, desirable, and truly stand out? In this episode, we share our experiences from visiting over 30 coworking spaces while traveling. We offer practical tips and honest insights to help optimize your environment for remote workers. We dive into the importance of community and networking, and share unique recommendations on how coworking spaces can stand out for digital nomads. --- Become a guest on the podcast whereshebuilds@gmail.com --- Born from long voice notes and biweekly calls across continents, the Where She Builds Podcast is a space to share the unfiltered realities of the messy, behind-the-scenes journey of being solopreneurs whilst travelling, and building a life that is anything other than ordinary. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Anna ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yourtravelfriendanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Shandi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachshandi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch us on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 00:00 Intro 00:38 Chitty Chat 20:23 Experiences in Coworkings 26:27 Benefits of Coworking Spaces 34:14 Unique Coworking Spaces 40:12 Challenges of Coworking Spaces 41:39 The Importance of Reliable Internet 44:55 Be a Guest on Where She Builds 45:24 Creating a Productive Work Environment 52:26 Building Community in Coworking Spaces 56:00 Enhancing with Amenities 01:01:34 Location and Accessibility 01:05:49 Outro

    1h 7m

  2. JAN 27

    Ep. 29 Travel Content Creator Full-Time With a Fixed Budget Feat. EarthNomadSlava

    Part 2 of our conversation with EarthNomadSlava, we dive into what it looks like to be a travel content creator full-time while living on a fixed budget. How he approaches content creation without niches, why he prioritizes authenticity over optimization, and how simplifying both his lifestyle and social media consumption helps him stay present, creative, and sustainable on the road. EarthNomadSlava Instagram⁠ ⁠Don'tTravelHungry Instagram⁠ ⁠EarthNomadSlava YouTube⁠ ⁠⁠EarthNomadSlavaTikTok⁠ --- Join the Your Travel Friend Community https://www.yourtravelfriendanna.com/community --- Born from long voice notes and biweekly calls across continents, the Where She Builds Podcast is a space to share the unfiltered realities of the messy, behind-the-scenes journey of being solopreneurs whilst travelling, and building a life that is anything other than ordinary. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Anna ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yourtravelfriendanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Shandi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachshandi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch us on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 00:00 Intro 00:42 Chitty Chat 19:46 Welcome Back Slava 20:28 How Slava Travels Full-Time 27:33 Understanding Buying Power: Living Like a Local 31:11 Content Creation: Balancing Exploration and Documentation 38:06 Join the Your Travel Friend Community 38:38 Which Channel Performs The Best 41:11 Slava's Content Was Stolen 44:23 TikTok as a Consumer 47:04 Equipment Choices for Content Creation 50:58 The Importance of Spontaneity in Filming 54:42 Monetization Challenges on YouTube 56:26 Evolution of Content Creation as a Career 01:00:07 Outro

    1h 2m
  3. Ep. 28 How Travel Changes Your Identity and Priorities feat. EarthNomadSlava

    JAN 23

    Ep. 28 How Travel Changes Your Identity and Priorities feat. EarthNomadSlava

    We sit down with Slava to explore what long-term travel really looks like beyond the highlight reel. He reflects on identity, freedom, and redefining wealth through time rather than money, sharing how travel shifts from escape to everyday life. We talk about slowing down, letting go of old versions of success, and building systems that make a nomadic life feel sustainable, grounded, and intentional. Slava's Instagram Slava's Food Instagram Slava's YouTube Slava's TikTok --- Work one-on-one with Coach Shandi⁠ https://www.coachshandi.com/⁠ --- Born from long voice notes and biweekly calls across continents, the Where She Builds Podcast is a space to share the unfiltered realities of the messy, behind-the-scenes journey of being solopreneurs whilst travelling, and building a life that is anything other than ordinary. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Anna ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yourtravelfriendanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Shandi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachshandi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch us on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 00:00 Intro 00:46 Chitty Chat 20:09 Coach Shandi's One-On-One Training 22:37 How Work Sparked a Love for Travel 25:09 The Pandemic's Impact on Lifestyle Choices 26:38 Leaving Life Security Behind 28:12 Defining True Wealth: Time Over Money 29:41 The Realities of Long-Term Travel 31:06 Slava's 3 Day Work Week 34:30 Shandi's One on One Coaching 34:55 Lacking Curiosity During Burnout 37:27 Meals Bring Connections Alive 41:41 Misconceptions about Slava 46:30 Attachment to Identity and Purpose 48:43 Adapting Our Character 51:25 Drinking Beer Changed His Identity 55:06 Slava's New Hobby, Chess 56:42 Outro

    58 min
  4. Ep. 27 What’s in and Out for 2026 as We Begin Season 3!

    JAN 13

    Ep. 27 What’s in and Out for 2026 as We Begin Season 3!

    We're back for season 3! We're celebrating the New Year by reflecting on our travels, holiday experiences, and the importance of community. We share what’s IN and what’s OUT for 2026, defining our personal growth, fitness, and the future of the Where She Builds podcast, while balancing our businesses, self-care, and collaboration with others. --- Place Your Ad ⁠⁠whereshebuilds@gmail.com⁠⁠ --- Born from long voice notes and biweekly calls across continents, the Where She Builds Podcast is a space to share the unfiltered realities of the messy, behind-the-scenes journey of being solopreneurs whilst travelling, and building a life that is anything other than ordinary. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Anna ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yourtravelfriendanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Shandi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachshandi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch us on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 00:00 Intro 00:31 Welcome Back for Season 3! 01:44 New Year Reflections 04:37 Recording Across Continents 07:54 How We're Working and Travelling 10:41 Christmas Celebrations 13:27 Managing Businesses During the Holidays 16:20 Place Your Ad 16:48 Community Management and Enhancing Spaces 19:31 Goal Setting and Intentions for the New Year 20:34 Can we speak English? 21:14 Reflecting on Growth and Future Goals 23:28 Planning for Personal Milestones 24:49 Ins and Outs for 2026 28:44 Embracing Self-Worth Financially 30:47 The Power of Collaboration 34:23 Focusing on Movement and Well-Being 42:40 Outro

    43 min
  5. Ep. 26 Handling the Holidays as a Solopreneur and Season 2 Recap

    12/09/2025

    Ep. 26 Handling the Holidays as a Solopreneur and Season 2 Recap

    It’s the last episode of season 2 and of the year! We wrap up 2025 by recapping the last 14 episodes, sharing how we spend the holidays as entrepreneurs internationally, and exploring what lies ahead for the next chapter of Where She Builds. We wish you Happy Holidays, safe travels, and we’ll see you in the new year. Ciao for now! --- Place Your Ad ⁠whereshebuilds@gmail.com⁠ --- Born from our long voice notes and biweekly calls across multiple continents, this podcast is our space to share the unfiltered realities of the messy, magical, behind-the-scenes journey of building a business (and a life) that is anything other than ordinary. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Anna ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yourtravelfriendanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Shandi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachshandi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch us on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 00:00 Intro 00:24 Holiday Chitty Chat 41:12 Outro

    42 min
  6. Ep. 25 Beet Community the Coliving Intersection of Locals and Travellers in Palermo, Italy

    12/02/2025

    Ep. 25 Beet Community the Coliving Intersection of Locals and Travellers in Palermo, Italy

    Joining us for the second half of our conversation Marco Traina, sharing his concept of Beet Community, a coliving space in Palermo that fosters a sense of home and belonging for travellers. He talks about the importance of creating connections between locals and nomads, the challenges he navigates while running a coliving space, and the upcoming Italia Nomad Fest, which aims to bridge the gap between travellers and local culture. We explore sustainable tourism, community engagement, and the role networking plays in entrepreneurship. beetcommunity.com use code "anna10" for 10% off italianomadfest.com --- Safety Wing Travel Insurance Iris Agata Hostel in Ohrid, North Macedonia --- 00:00 Intro 00:35 Chitty Chat 19:46 Marco Founder of Beet Community 21:17 The Concept Behind Beet Community 22:46 The Importance of Co-Living 24:25 The Energy of the Space 26:11 Potluck Evenings: Building Connections 28:34 Expanding the Space: Meeting Demand 30:59 Challenges of Running a Coliving Space 34:03 Follow Where She Builds 34:31 Personal and Professional Boundaries 37:09 Exploring Palermo Beyond 38:44 The Essence of Cultural Exchange 42:30 From Consumption to Contribution 45:51 Italia Nomad Fest 50:28 The Power of Networking 56:25 Outro

    57 min
  7. Ep. 24 Triathlete to Entrepreneur Finding Your Why with Palermo’s Marco Traina

    11/26/2025

    Ep. 24 Triathlete to Entrepreneur Finding Your Why with Palermo’s Marco Traina

    He’s the face of Beet Community Coliving in Palermo, Italy, but we get to know the vegan triathlete and entrepreneur behind it all, Marco Traina. He started in the fashion world, then a Master’s project led him to create a community that blends international connection and travel sustainability with a refined purpose. This episode explores how he finds his why in this new chapter of entrepreneurship. Marco's Instagram Beetroot Instagram Beet Community Instagram Beetroot Consulting Marco's Linkedin --- Join Coach Shandi's 6-Week Program --- 00:00 Intro 00:43 Chitty Chat 19:24 Welcome Marco Traina 20:58 Marco's Early Life and Fashion Career 25:15 The Transition to Entrepreneurship 26:02 Triathlons 31:29 The Mindset of an Extreme Athlete 33:27 Sports and Business: A Synergy 34:21 Shandi's 6 Week Program 34:46 Current Focus and Future Goals 36:58 Being Vegan 42:45 Travel Experiences and Insights 47:20 Misconceptions About Marco 49:44 Exciting Projects Ahead 51:21 Outro

    53 min
  8. Ep. 23 Type A or Type B Traveller? How Do You Actually Plan a Trip?

    11/18/2025

    Ep. 23 Type A or Type B Traveller? How Do You Actually Plan a Trip?

    Are you a Type A or Type B traveller? Do you consider yourself budget-friendly or someone who indulges in luxury? In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of travel planning and how we handle all the choices around transportation, food, and the essentials that make a trip run smoothly. We highlight the balance between being organized and saving room for spontaneity, while utilizing your community resources, and maintaining clear communication with travel friends and partners. Packing List Map Lists YTF Community --- Join Productivity Pals the week Online Coworking Club --- Born from our long voice notes and biweekly calls across multiple continents, this podcast is our space to share the unfiltered realities of the messy, magical, behind-the-scenes journey of building a business (and a life) that is anything other than ordinary. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Anna ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yourtravelfriendanna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and Shandi ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachshandi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch us on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whereshebuilds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 00:00 Intro 00:25 Chitty Chat 18:49 Introduction to Travel Styles 20:49 Type A vs Type B 22:43 Do You Like Planning? 24:45 What to book first? 27:15 Safety and Budgeting in Travel 29:56 Timing Your Travel Plans 33:13 Booking in Advance vs Spontaneity 35:17 Productivity Pals | Coworking Club 35:57 Activities 36:44 Budget vs Luxury Travel 43:45 Planning for Travel Success 47:15 Choosing Accommodations Wisely 49:58 Navigating Food Choices on the Road 53:05 Transportation Preferences and Tips 57:32 Essential Travel Tips and Tricks 01:03:24 Outro

    1h 4m
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Your backstage pass to the messy, magical world of building life and business your own way. Hosted by globe-trotting solopreneurs Anna and Shandi, we share travel mishaps, mindset shifts, money moves and honest conversations with fellow entrepreneurs, travellers, and friends we meet along the way. From backpacks to business plans, we’re talking wins, flops, and real talk no one tells you. Whether you're remote or dreaming of it, come grow and laugh with us.

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  • Creator
    Anna and Shandi
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Anna and Shandi
  • Show Website
    Where She Builds