Where She Builds

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% offitalianomadfest.com---Safety Wing Travel InsuranceIris Agata Hostel in Ohrid, North Macedonia---00:00 Intro00:35 Chitty Chat19:46 Marco Founder of Beet Community21:17 The Concept Behind Beet Community22:46 The Importance of Co-Living24:25 The Energy of the Space26:11 Potluck Evenings: Building Connections28:34 Expanding the Space: Meeting Demand30:59 Challenges of Running a Coliving Space34:03 Follow Where She Builds34:31 Personal and Professional Boundaries37:09 Exploring Palermo Beyond38:44 The Essence of Cultural Exchange42:30 From Consumption to Contribution45:51 Italia Nomad Fest50:28 The Power of Networking56:25 Outro

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 InstagramBeetroot InstagramBeet Community InstagramBeetroot ConsultingMarco's Linkedin---Join Coach Shandi's 6-Week Program---00:00 Intro00:43 Chitty Chat19:24 Welcome Marco Traina20:58 Marco's Early Life and Fashion Career25:15 The Transition to Entrepreneurship26:02 Triathlons31:29 The Mindset of an Extreme Athlete33:27 Sports and Business: A Synergy34:21 Shandi's 6 Week Program34:46 Current Focus and Future Goals36:58 Being Vegan42:45 Travel Experiences and Insights47:20 Misconceptions About Marco49:44 Exciting Projects Ahead51:21 Outro

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 ListMap ListsYTF 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 Intro00:25 Chitty Chat18:49 Introduction to Travel Styles20:49 Type A vs Type B22:43 Do You Like Planning?24:45 What to book first?27:15 Safety and Budgeting in Travel29:56 Timing Your Travel Plans33:13 Booking in Advance vs Spontaneity35:17 Productivity Pals | Coworking Club35:57 Activities36:44 Budget vs Luxury Travel43:45 Planning for Travel Success47:15 Choosing Accommodations Wisely49:58 Navigating Food Choices on the Road53:05 Transportation Preferences and Tips57:32 Essential Travel Tips and Tricks01:03:24 Outro

Steph Mi joins us to chat about all things content creation. She navigates the balance between a stable healthcare career and a growing passion for creativity. Steph opens up about feeling stagnant, the spark travel brings to her work, and how community and networking shape her journey. We explore the realities of monetizing content, finding the right platforms, and embracing self-reflection and growth along the way.InstagramSteph's YouTubeSteph's BlogSteph's Pinterest---Join the YTF Community https://www.yourtravelfriendanna.com/community---​​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 Intro00:37 Chitty Chat17:39 Welcome Steph20:26 Balancing Healthcare and Content Creation24:26 Navigating Burnout and Creativity28:34 The Spark for Serious Content Creation31:52 Content Platforms and Strategies36:49 Join the YTF Community37:21 Niche Audiences39:27 The Art of Planning and Organization41:41 Quarterly Planning Strategies47:24 Monetizing Content Creation51:29 Future Aspirations and Creative Projects57:34 Outro

Anna shares her journey of organizing the first YTF Pop-up Coliving in Montenegro, reflecting on the motivations behind her decision to pursue the project solo, the challenges faced, and the importance of community support. We cover the planning process, overcoming self-doubt, and the emotional aspects of entrepreneurship. Anna shares what lessons she learned and what’s next for YTF Colivings.---Work one-on-one with Coach Shandi https://www.coachshandi.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 Intro00:50 Chitty Chat19:46 YTF Coliving Recap24:59 Overcoming Doubts29:10 The Challenges of Solo Planning33:21 Believing in the Vision36:19 Ad36:43 Motivation and Marketing38:15 Pop-Up Co-Living Experience43:00 Wearing Too Many Hats46:18 Lasting Memories47:19 The Power of Connection49:37 Tres Amigas53:01 Balkan Local Experiences55:49 Lessons Learned and Logistics01:00:12 What’s Next for YTF Colivings?01:06:43 Outro

Bianca Rappaport, full-time nomad who has been traveling for nearly a decade joins us to share her journey of travel hacking, house sitting, and how she has created a sustainable lifestyle while exploring the world. As the Founder of Wanderwell Club, she delves into the benefits of house sitting, the importance of community - based tourism, sustainability and empowering travellers to use their impact mindfully on local communities.Save $10 on your first month of membership to Wanderwell.Club Code [WHERESHEBUILDS]Instagram⁠Newsletter⁠YouTube---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 Intro00:39 Chitty Chat17:46 1 Week Pause18:19 Meet Bianca19:56 Small Town to Global Traveller23:55 Working to Live27:36 The Decision to Travel Together31:26 Where are you a local?34:21 House Sitting: A Sustainable Travel Option37:00 Benefits and Logistics of House Sitting41:24 Solo House Sitting Adventures43:44 Vetting House Sits46:03 Managing Pet Responsibilities47:46 Wait I'm Allergic to Cats?!50:29 Earning an Income53:01 Place Your Ad Here53:29 Travel Hacking55:11 Understanding Error Fares58:25 Financial Freedom and Sustainable Travel01:01:33 Introducing Wanderwell Club01:08:37 Outro

“Why did no one warn me about this?”We’re sharing the biggest lessons we've learned about starting our own businesses, moving abroad, travelling, prioritizing wellness and trying to keep long-distance relationships alive. Because it's not what you see on the highlights reel.---​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 Intro00:13 Chitty Chat18:30 What We Wish We Knew...19:05 ...about business34:06 ...about travel45:50 Rate the Show!46:17 ...about relationships57:52 Outro

She’s danced professionally across continents and has now built a career as a freelance dance artist that moves with her.We caught up with contemporary dancer Terra, who shared how she went from training in Calgary and Arizona to performing in Chicago, Switzerland, and Germany. Now based in Munich, she talks about her life in the European dance scene, the leap into freelancing, and what it really takes to keep her body, creativity, and career moving.Terra's Instagram---Join Coach Shandi's 6-Week Program https://www.coachshandi.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 Intro00:44 Chitty Chat16:41 Terra's Beginnings in Dance21:00 Apprenticeship to Full-Time Dancer26:40 The Start of the Europe Chapter29:34 Mindset of a Dancer31:41 Day in the Life as German Dancer36:55 Workload of a Professional Dancer40:12 Holiday Pay41:45 Company Member vs. Freelance Contemporary Artist42:37 Settling into Routine43:47 Growing Confidence45:19 Transitioning to Freelance Dance48:23 Contract jobs are the same in the Arts49:22 Outside the studio53:16 Maintaining Physical Health and Recovery55:09 What's Your Training Like59:11 The Strongest Chapter Yet01:00:43 Navigating Housing as a Freelance Artist01:00:50 How to Live and Work in Europe01:04:10 Future Aspirations and Open Opportunities01:06:46 Support the Arts01:08:38 Outro

Work to Live or Live to Work? We're breaking down our experiences of cultural Norms in North America vs. Europe because day to day life can be very different depending on which continent you live in. We’re sharing the cultural differences between our lives in Canada and Western Europe with what we love, what we hate, and the pieces we want to keep.---Join Productivity Pals, Anna's Online Coworking Club to hold you accountable, increase your productivity and get the item that has been on your to do list for too long.. Whether you’re working on a project, idea or task, or you need some focus time to book travel - we got you, pal!---​​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.

40+ countries, two businesses, and a full passport, Niv has built a sustainable and borderless life rich in culture and experiences.Nivit is the founder of Supercharged Studio, a UX, Brand & Web Design Agency and has launched NOMAD WILDHEART a travel-inspired apparel brand, whilst navigating how to work, create, and stay curious with two international home bases. We had an open conversation with him about solo travel, remote routines, and what it really takes to build something sustainable while living out of a backpack.Niv's InstagramNiv's Travel Blog---​​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.

Settling into a new destination as a remote worker isn’t glamorous, but it does make the high of travel possible. In this episode, we share how we find our rhythm abroad as digital nomads, from handling Wi-Fi troubles and setting up a workspace to building routines that make each new place feel like home.Try Runna for free [Use code RUNNAPZG5J0E]Shandi’s mouse [aff]Anna’s phone stand [aff]GetYourGuide Activities [aff]---​​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.

We’re joined by Meggan and Jenn from the Travel Mug Podcast diving into the art of balancing a full-time job, a passion for travel, and the demands of podcast passion project five years intro production. Many giggles were shared talking about how the podcast began, why Meggan said yes to Jenn’s entrepreneurial spirit, how not owning a home or kids changes how you travel and is the future of the podcast still with two hosts?!TMP InstagramTMP WebsiteTMP YouTube---​​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.

Anna and Shandi reflect on the journey of creating Season One of the Where She Builds podcast. We dive into the working relationship, what the workload actually is to produce an episode (include anna-lytics) and the joy in creating something together. We dive into what we’ve gained from our guests, and the importance of community and feedback. Plus what’s to come in season 2!---​​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.

Most people follow a traditional path in their 20s while our friend Danny has chosen something completely different.Danny is a trilingual, full-time traveller with Latvian roots and we chat with him about skipping the traditional path, building a nomadic lifestyle at 22, and what it’s like to constantly be the youngest person in the room. From language hacks to travel highs (and lows), Danny shares how he's creating a life that’s completely unique.Danny's InstagramWork with Danny- - -​​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.

We love the digital nomad life… but no, it’s not a vacation.We get real about what it actually looks like to juggle work, family time, fitness, relationships, and travel—all while living out of a suitcase. From setting boundaries with loved ones to carving out quiet podcast recording corners, we’re sharing how we (kind of) keep it all together on the move.---​​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.

Paper planners vs. digital tools, ideal weeks vs. real ones—turns out we run our businesses in totally different ways.We compare how we stay organized across time zones, tools we actually use (from Calendly to Canva to ChatGPT), and the small systems that keep our businesses running while we’re traveling.--------​​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.

Curious about living, working, or investing beyond your home country? Nicole, founder of Worldwise Capital, joins us to share how she built a borderless life—and how you can too. From her journey through China and South America to helping others navigate global living, Nicole gives us an inside look into the mindset and strategy behind becoming a global citizen in today’s world.InstagramYouTubeWorldwise Capital- - - ​​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.

Awkward friendship pickup lines, random chats, and a bit of bravery is how we’ve turned strangers into friends while traveling.We discuss the balance between introversion and extroversion, the necessity of recharging one's social battery, creative ways to initiate conversations with new people and what’s helped us connect authentically with future friends in new places.Chitty Chat MentionsYTF HoodiesYTF ColivingCalgary StampedeHow to Meet Friends TravellingMeetupHostel World ChatAnna’s YTF CommunityGuruWalkTimeleft- - - ​​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.

When the world hit pause, Nikki Gwillym hit reset — pivoting from salsa dancing to establishing a new career focused around AI for social media.Nikki opens up about how the pandemic pushed her to reflect and reinvent, and why community, authenticity and curiosity are all so important for building a personal brand.LinkedInInstagramRemotely Social Newsletter- - - ​​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.

Ever paid for a dinner bill with friends abroad and instantly regretted not talking money sooner?In this episode, we dive into the practical but often overlooked side of travel—managing your money. From personal finance habits and expense tracking to navigating international banking, we share what’s worked for us so far (and what definitely hasn’t), including tools like Splitwise, Revolut, Wise, and  Anna’s Money Tracker. RevolutWiseYTF Hoodies- - - ​​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.