Get the Boots
This is the follow-on podcast from "Transcontinental Overload".
Everyone faces tough times. Some are chosen, others are forced upon us. What matters most is how we respond.
This podcast is about real people who have faced real challenges — setbacks, obstacles, loss, or life-altering changes, such as a move abroad — and found a way forward. Each episode dives into a personal story of resilience, courage, and sometimes transformation. My guests share what they went through, what shifted their mindset, and how they learned not just to survive, but to grow.
If you’ve ever wondered how others manage to rise from difficult moments with new strength and perspective, this is the space for you. Honest conversations. Practical wisdom. Hope for the journey ahead.
I'm Stephanie, and I love talking to people and hearing their stories. Moving on from my old podcast, "Transcontinental Overload", where I talked to guests about their experiences of moving and living abroad, I'm expanding my focus to include those who haven't moved countries. After all, life's challenges hit us all sooner or later, whether we've stayed in one country or not.
Join me as we uncover what it truly means to overcome, and how the toughest moments can sometimes open the door to the strongest versions of ourselves.
Episodes
89 episodes
88. The beautiful world of multilingualism - with Louise Sverud
Today's guest brings a fresh breeze of energy and positive vibes! Louise, originally from Sweden, has lived in Lanzarote for over 25 years and has made the Spanish island her and her children's home.We discuss the wonders and challenges ...
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87. The beauty of solitude - with Megan Nicholls
We have a special treat today: Megan from the UK is taking us on the Camino de Santiago!After working on cruise ships and then briefly back in England, Megan decided to head down to Portugal to walk the Camino - all by herself. To get cl...
86. Globally Aware: how a week of volunteering can change your life - with Kimberly Haley-Coleman
Today, we're heading all over the planet! My guest, Kimberly Haley-Coleman is the founder and Executive Director of Globe Aware, a US & Canada based nonprofit that leads and mobilizes volunteers for short-term service projects in over 25 co...
85. Too Sensitive? Think again - with Nadine Prager
For the last episode of the year, I sit down with Nadine Prager to talk about burnout and what we can do, especially at the end of the year, to avoid it. You can find Nadine via her website...
84. How to feel grounded - with Inga Knysh
As promised, here are a few tips and tricks to check in with yourself and find a sense of grounding and connection with where you are.Inga Knysh works as a transformation coach based in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Don'...
83. The beauty of transformation - with Inga Knysh
I'm so happy to kick off my new podcast direction with a guest who knows all about transformation. Originally from Russia, Inga Knysh is a personal transformation coach based in Rotterdam in the Netherlands. After her own experience...
82. Welcome to "Get the Boots" - an introduction to my new podcast
Welcome y'all!It was time for a change. My book, "Transcontinental Overload - a Memoir of Movement, Meltdowns & Making a Life In Between" is coming out this Thursday, 23 October 2025, and the title will be reserved for all things boo...
81. The reality of life as a TCK - with Tanya Crossman
Here's the latest episode - it is the last episode of Transcontinental Overload the Podcast. But fear not: I will continue in a different format with a fresh focus and a new name very soon.Today's episode is all about what it's like to b...
80. A TCK on her own terms - with Urmi Hossain
This is the penultimate episode of Transcontinental Overload - the Podcast. One more after this, and then it's off to new adventures. I'll keep you posted! Don't forget to subscribe so you automatically get the new episodes.Today's episo...
79. Ein Herz für San Francisco - mit Frank Marx
Heute gibt's eine Folge mit ganz viel Herz!Frank nimmt uns mit in seine Herzensstadt San Francisco, wo er seit mehreren Jahren lebt und als Tourguide arbeitet.Unser Gespräch fängt mit Franks spannender Geschichte an und schlängelt...
78. The beauty of Human Design - with Christina Ferschen (Part 2/2)
As promised, here's part 2 of my conversation with Christina, a German expat here in New Jersey. Christina is a certified Embodicode® Mentor & Human Design Coach. She offers sessions both in German and English.What is Human Design?
77. Expat on a whim - with Christina Ferschen (Part 1/2)
Here's part 1 of two conversations I had with my friend Christina!Christina is originally from Germany, and is currently an almost neighbour of mine here in New Jersey. Although by the time these episodes are released, she might be about...
76. From the Alps to the heart of Texas - with Claudia Miller
My guest today is another mountain girl who moved to Texas (I know I'm not there anymore but of course I loved the parallels)!Originally from Austria, Claudia lives in Austin with her American husband and their baby son. She is a profess...
75. Notes from a Perfectionist - Steph's Take
Today's little progress report is all about my book, my podcast and why I do things the way I do. The German version begins at 19 minutes.Wenn ihr mich lieber auf Deutsch hört, spult zur 19. Minute vor. You can fi...
74. Sonne, Heimweh & Community - mit Janine Zöfert
Und schon wieder sind wir auf Deutsch unterwegs - heute ist Janine von "Ich Hier Du Dort" bei mir, vielleicht kennt ihr ihren Instagram-Account, bei dem Paare davon erzählen, wie sie der L...
73. 5th Anniversary Episode - Steph's Take
Happy Anniversary, Transcontinental Overload Podcast! While the current abysmal state of affairs is nothing to be cheerful about, I'm trying to keep a positive mindset and am celebrating that my podcast is 5!Let's use all ou...
72. Abenteuer Rückkehr - mit Andrea Zahrte
Heute gibt's mal wieder eine Folge auf Deutsch! Mein Gast ist Andrea aus Hamburg, die sich nach mehreren Jahren in den USA wieder in Deutschland eine Karriere und ein neues Leben aufgebaut hat. Andrea arbeitet im internationalen Sch...
71. A little end of year note - Steph's Take
Just a quick note to say THANK YOU!!! It's been a great year, and here's to a happy and productive 2025!In case you want the definition of RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria):Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is when you ...
70. US culture shocks - with Viktoria Daute
Today's episode takes us to a city close to my heart: Austin, the capital of Texas. My guest Viktoria, originally from Germany, tells us how she ended up in the Lone Star State, and you'll find out why we are expat twins! ...
69. Destination Special: Huaraz, Peru - with Ami Furness
We're off to South America again! Today, we're travelling to Huaraz, the hiking capital of Peru. Ami, a student from the UK, takes us to her favourite spots and talks us through some interesting food and drinks she encountered during her st...
68. Authenticity and connection in a crazy world - Steph's Take
I have something very different for you today. This episode is just a little outburst that needed to find an audience - I'm working on new projects, but while I don't have a finite home for them yet, this podcast is my temporary host.<...
67. Destination Special: Aberdeen - with Catriona Turner
Today we're travelling to the Silver City!Catriona Turner, author of "Nest - a Memoir of Home on the Move", former guest on this podcast and recent repatriate to Scotland, takes us around her beautiful hometown of Aberdeen.If you haven'...
66. Making friends and the power of loneliness - with Sarah Siegert
Have you ever felt lonely in your expat adventure? My guest today is Sarah, a German in London, who used her own loneliness to establish a business as a "Loneliness Coach". Friendships, and how to make friends and keep them, is ...
65. Mehr als Worte: Sprachen lernen, Kulturen verstehen - mit Vanessa Paisley
Heute geht's auf die Insel!Mein Gast ist Vanessa, eine Engländerin, die lange in Österreich gelebt hat und seit 10 Jahren wieder in ihrer alten Heimat Hertfordshire lebt.Vanessa arbeitet als interkulturelle Trainerin und Sprachlehre...
64. Celebrating life as an Adult TCK - with Shakti Hannie
My guest today is a true ATCK - an adult third culture kid. Third Culture Kids are people who were raised in a culture other than their parents' or the culture of their country of nationality, and also live in a different environment during a s...
