Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Audrey Scott!
Originally from the US, Audrey is the co-founder of Uncornered Market. A tourism and marketing consultancy that helps destinations and travel companies develop sustainable products and connect travellers to meaningful experiences.
In this episode, we dive into what sustainable travel really means in action, surprising sustainability practices that can be game-changers, and how to apply these principles to content creation and personal branding.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Friday Jun 06, 2025
Friday Jun 06, 2025
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Alessia and Toti!
Originally from Italy and now UK-based, Alessia and Toti are the slowmads behind Passportandstamps.com: a travel platform built around authentic experiences spanning five years and 45+ countries.
In this episode, we dive into building sustainable content businesses, why they choose experiences over destinations, and the importance of maintaining authenticity in an oversaturated industry.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Wednesday May 28, 2025
Building remote community in the Algarve with Flor Dos Reis
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Flor Dos Reis!
Originally from Argentina and now based in the Algarve, Flor is a community builder and consultant who founded LOFT Community: a growing network connecting remote professionals across Portugal.
In this episode, we dive into building sustainable remote work communities, why the Algarve offers a different pace for remote professionals, and the importance of designing your life authentically.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Monday May 12, 2025
Creating safe spaces in remote business with Simone Franke
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we'll be chatting with Simone Franke!
Currently based in Lisbon, Simone, also known as Nina Simone, is a German-born entrepreneur and passionate ‘people builder’. She is the founder of Pappus Agency and co-founder of SheSapiens, a global network empowering female founders.
In this episode, we talk about the importance of creating safe spaces in business, how cultural nuances impact remote work experiences, and addressing overlooked challenges like burnout and loneliness in the remote work landscape.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let's get started!

Sunday Apr 13, 2025
Chiang Mai and the Destination Thailand Visa with Lily Szabo
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Lily Szabo!
Only occasionally nomadic, but always a Chiang Mai hype-girl, Lily is a mom-preneur who gets geeky about the lifestyle and global changes unlocked by remote work.
In this episode, we talk about how the term digital nomad has developed, the DTV programme and how Chiang Mai has evolved into a remote work hub.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Friday Apr 11, 2025
Friday Apr 11, 2025
Welcome back to The Remote Life! After a bit of a pause from posting, we're returning to the airwaves. Starting with a quick interlude episode from our host, Han Talbot, about:
- The not-so-sexy realities of remote work
- Identity shifts when embracing this lifestyle
- Thoughtful destination selection beyond trending hotspots
- Why returning "home" isn't failing
- What's next for The Remote Life
So grab a coffee, a tea or something stronger, and let's get started!

Monday Dec 16, 2024
Is the digital nomad life for me? (With The Remote Life's Han Talbot)
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Is the digital nomad lifestyle really all it's cracked up to be? In this episode, Han Talbot (Host of The Remote Life Podcast) shares why she's stepping away from digital nomadism for herself after over a decade being on-off remote. Whether you're considering becoming a digital nomad or questioning if it's right for you, this episode Han talks about designing a remote lifestyle that works for you. Grab a coffee, a tea or something stronger and let's get started.

Monday Sep 23, 2024
Monday Sep 23, 2024
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today in collaboration with Native Teams, we’ll be chatting with Skerdi Sino!
Based in Tirana, Skerdi is Vice President of Demand Generation at Native Teams: a global payment solution for freelancers, remote workers, and international businesses.
In this episode, we talk about balancing business and travel responsibilities as well as the Native Teams product and the services they offer to support digital nomads and remote workers in managing their finances and employment arrangements.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Monday Sep 16, 2024
Building a flexible lifestyle as Virtual Assistant with Hannah Dixon
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Hannah Dixon!
Currently based in Mexico, Hannah is a Virtual Assistant & Freelancer Business Coach, Recruiter, and the Founder of Digital Nomad Kit, one of the largest and longest-running VA training platforms, as well as Rainbow Remote, a community aimed at elevating LGBTQIA+ remote professionals.
In this episode, we talk about Digital Nomad Kit and who it is for, creating a remote lifestyle that works for you and some things people may not know about the remote and freelance lifestyle.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!

Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Building a remote business and life with Confidence & Life Coach Rebecca Hawkes
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Wednesday Sep 11, 2024
Welcome back to The Remote Life! My name is Han Talbot, also known as Han Meets World, and today we’ll be chatting with Rebecca Hawkes!
Originally from the UK, Rebecca is a Confidence & Life Coach as well as the host of The Confidence Show Podcast. She supports her clients in creating more self confidence, empowering them to follow their desires, and helping them to become fearless in all that they do so they can live the life they truly desire.
In this episode, we talk about building a lifestyle and business that works for you, having the freedom to tweak your business over time and the empowerment that a remote business can provide in our day to day.
So grab a coffee, a tea, or something stronger, and let’s get started!