In this Best Played Moment, Mickelle sits down with comedian Derek Mitchell, creator of Double Dutch, whose work hilariously captures the tender truths of living between cultures. Fresh off his appearance in the Amsterdam episode of Ted Lasso, Derek reflects on how comedy, optimism, and identity shifts weave into the expat and immigrant experience.

In this Episode

• The Hope of Ted Lasso – Derek shares how the show’s optimism resonates with anyone building a new life abroad.
  
  
  
• Comedy Roots in Amsterdam – From bartending at Boom Chicago to watching future icons rise, Derek recalls the theater’s impact on global comedy.
  
  
  
• Dutch Values of Fairness – He unpacks how honesty and fairness intertwine in Dutch culture, reshaping his own worldview.
  
  
  
• Code Switching & Belonging – Derek explains adapting language and identity across contexts—and the deeper insights that come with it.
  
  
  
• Expat vs. Immigrant Identity – While he jokes about “expat life,” Derek ultimately identifies as an immigrant, embracing a more grounded truth.
  
  
  

This conversation reminds us that life abroad is less about paperwork or picture-perfect moments, and more about learning, adapting, and discovering who we are becoming. Don’t miss our special guide to all the Amsterdam filming locations from Ted Lasso, including Derek’s scene—find it in our Guide section at houseofperegrine.com.

✨ Discover Derek’s work at Double Dutch and follow along for sharp, funny reflections on cross-cultural life.

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