Meet the Voices Behind Almost Local
Hey! Nice to meet you!
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Hi, I’m Maria! Host & Creator
I’m an expat, entrepreneur, and storyteller who has lived the ups and downs of life abroad. From navigating cultural quirks to building a business across continents, I’ve collected stories, lessons, and plenty of “what am I doing?” moments. Almost Local is my way of bringing together real conversations about expat life—because no one should feel alone in the adventure of starting over.
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Meet Ana – Co-Host & Community Manager
Ana is the friend who turns every coffee meetup into a heart-to-heart. As a long-time expat herself, she knows what it’s like to rebuild a social life from scratch and embrace new cultures. She helps bring the Almost Local community together, both on the podcast and beyond! -
Meet Andrea – Writer & Storyteller
Andrea believes every expat journey deserves to be told. With a talent for capturing emotions in words, she transforms our podcast episodes into blog posts that feel like a conversation over coffee. She’s here to make sure the stories we share don’t just disappear into the airwaves.