Nomad + Spice

16/03/2023

This is it. After 5.5 years, 76 episodes, and nearly 30.000 downloads, we’re taking a break from podcasting. But don’t worry - this is not the end of Nomad + Spice, it’s only the next step in our creative partnership.

If you’ve not heard what we’re up to yet, listen to our final episode (for now) to find out what exciting new project we’re working on 🎬🍿

We have absolutely loved working on this podcast, and it has meant so much to have you supporting us along the way, contributing with your ideas and voice memos, challenging us, and cheering us on. THANK YOU SO MUCH 🧡

We love this community and we want to keep in touch with you! So keep following us on our socials and stay subscribed to our newsletter for updates on our new endeavours and to be the first to hear about any future episodes 😎

Goodbye for now 👋

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2023/03/07/going-on-hiatus

07/03/2023

We have some important news to share with you all in our new episode. Listen now to find out what we've been up to 😉👇

We’ve got a BIG announcement about the podcast. Listen now to find out what we’re up to! 👀

31/01/2023

In our new episode, we discuss if feminism and capitalism can coexist. If you know us or have been following us for a while, you probably already have an inkling of how we're going to answer that question 😉

Listen now to find out why we believe that feminism is inherently anti-capitalist, how we can challenge the current norms, and what individual actions we can take to break free from capitalist structures 💪

As always, we'd love to hear what you think of this episode! Comment below to share your feedback and any comments you may have!

In this episode, we’re tackling a big question: can feminism and capitalism coexist?

16/12/2022

Goodbye, 2022! 👋✨🥳

In this episode, we discuss end-of-year rituals and how the calendar is a construct. But sometimes constructs are useful!

We discuss end-of-year rituals and bid farewell to the year!

26/10/2022

Five years of bringing a feminist view into the nomad space! 🦸‍♀️🦹‍♀️

Take a look back at some of the highlights of 5 years of Nomad + Spice with us in our new episode. This podcast really wouldn’t be the same without you, our wonderful listeners, contributors, supporters and friends - so thank you so much for your ongoing support!! 💛

Do you have a favourite moment or episode from the past 5 years? We'd love to hear what it is in the comments below!

A half-decade on Nomad and Spice! The world has changed a whole lot since we started but one thing is for sure: we’re glad to be navigating it alongside our intrepid gang of feminist explorers. We are honoured that you spend time with us in your ears when there are so many other things in the worl...

19/10/2022

We’re super excited to share that Kit has been featured in a Euronews article on the connection between neurodivergence and the digital nomad lifestyle! 💫

In the feature, Kit shares her personal story and how her ADHD diagnosis made her realise that the constant change and stimulation of nomad life is what kept her brain working at its best. Follow the link to read the full article!

And if you would like to learn more about neurodivergence among digital nomads, check out our recent double episode on the subject on Apple, Spotify or wherever you like to get your podcasts! 🎧

’Chaos’ of digital nomad life helps neurodivergent minds overcome the mundanity of work.

16/08/2022

Our annual summer books episode returns! 📚☀️

In this episode, Viv and Kit each share their five favourite books of the summer. And because we - obviously - weren’t able to narrow it down to just five books each, we added a speed round with more recommendations at the end 😂

What are you reading this summer?

Stream Summer Books 2022 now via the link or wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2022/8/16/summer-books-2022

It’s the time of the year again for our annual summer books episode!

02/08/2022

Our new episode is here! This month, we're talking about some of the downsides of nomading and the things we miss out on because of our lifestyle.

Listen now via the link below or wherever you like to get your podcasts 🎧

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2022/8/2/what-nomading-prevents-you-from-doing

Nomading has changed a lot in the last few years, so we decided to do an episode evaluating what our old life didn’t allow. We’re looking for silver linings and also to be realistic about the fact that the nomad lifestyle isn’t *whispers* without flaws and drawbacks.

21/06/2022

Our new episode "Feminist Weddings" is out now! 👰🎧

This one is all about how you can make your wedding as feminist as possible in order to break with traditional gender roles associated with weddings and marriage.

Viv shares all her experiences from her two weddings and we also hear from several members of this community! 💕

Follow the link below or stream it now wherever you get your podcasts! As always, we'd love to hear your thoughts once you've had a listen. Do you think a feminist wedding can be done?

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2022/6/21/feminist-weddings

From outfits, rings and wedding gifts to bridal parties, speeches and choosing surnames - this episode features all the things you should consider when planning a feminist wedding, and, as always, a lot of ranting about gender norms.

26/04/2022

Part 2 of our series on neurodivergence is here! This one's all about what you can do if you suspect you might be neurodivergent or have recently been diagnosed. We talk therapy, medication, strategies, resources and more. And we hear from several of our amazing friends and community members, who are sharing their personal neurodivergent journeys with us.

This double-episode has been a long time in the making and is really close to our hearts, so we’d love to hear your thoughts once you’ve had a listen! 💛

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2022/4/26/neurodivergent-nomads-part-2

How to support yourself (or others) if you are neurodivergent. We talk about strategies and ADHD hacks, therapy and medication, and why it is so important to increase awareness of neurodivergence.

21/12/2021

We’re wrapping up 2021 with a chat about travel, Covid, and our new plans to make the next hit Christmas film as we wave farewell to year 2 of the pandemic in our final episode of the year.

Thanks to all of you for being a part of this! We really couldn't do it without your contributions to the show and your ongoing support! 🧡

Happy holidays! 🥳🎉🥂

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2021/12/21/farewell-2021

We shoot the s**t re: 2021 and the imminent holidays.

07/12/2021

Dieting is a multi-billion dollar industry. Yet statistics show that up to 99% of diets fail.

So why are we so deeply invested in treatments that not only don’t work but often only make us fatter and more miserable? 🤷‍♀️

In our new episode, we’re talking about the evil of diet culture and what alternative approaches there are. Listen to "Intuitive Eating" now on our website, Spotify or your favourite podcasting app! 🎧

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2021/12/7/intuitive-eating

How to resist diet culture.

05/10/2021

As we’re slowly returning into a society very different to the one we left in March 2020, we're discussing the impact the past 1.5 years had on our lives and our society in our new episode.

What has been the biggest change for you? And what are you personally taking into this new world with you? We’d love to hear from you in the comments! 🧡

"Re-Emergence" is now available to stream on our website and all the usual platforms! 🎧

What will we take with us into the post-pandemic world? In this episode, we discuss what the experience of a global pandemic has taught us and how it may have changed this world forever.

10/08/2021

Just in time for August vacations, we're sharing our favorite books to read this summer! 😎 📚⛱

Listen to our new episode on our website, Spotify or your podcast app of choice! 🎧

If you’ve already read or are planning to read any of the books we recommend in this episode, we’d love to hear from you in the comments! 👇

We’re sharing our top book recommendations for your summer (or winter if you’re in the southern hemisphere!). Get ready for romance, intergalactic travel, and adventure.

15/06/2021

New episode! 🎉 How can we engage in sustainable learning about ourselves, our world and the people around us? In our latest episode, we're discussing the importance of learning in all its forms as part of being a feminist.

Did you pick up any new skills recently? Let us know in the comments! 📚👩‍🎓🎺

Follow the link, open Spotify, or your podcast app of choice to listen! 🎧

https://www.nomadandspice.com/blog/2021/6/15/lifelong-learning-as-a-feminist-practice

Learning is on lots of people’s minds following the pandemic and in the era of Black Lives Matter, so how can we engage in sustainable learning about ourselves, our world and the people around us?

23/02/2021

🙌 NEW EPISODE!! 🙌

Home was already a complicated concept for digital nomads before a global pandemic put a stop to most of our movement.

In this episode, we’re exploring what home means for digital nomads. 🏡🧐

Home was already a complicated concept for digital nomads before a global pandemic put a stop to most of our movement.