In this episode, Ashley interviews Edison (Chi-An), a Taiwanese man who moved to New Zealand for his MBA. They discuss cultural differences, the challenges of adapting to a new environment, and the opportunities available for international students. Edison shares his experiences with education, work, food, and social interactions, highlighting the contrasts between life in Taiwan and New Zealand. The conversation emphasizes personal growth, the importance of community, and the joys of exploring new cultures. And, Ashley's disgust in Boba tea.

In this engaging episode, Haseya, a Gen Z guest, shares his journey from California to New Zealand and the lessons learned along the way. Together, we explore the cultural contrasts between the U.S. and Aotearoa, the role of music and the realities of adapting to a new lifestyle. Haseya opens up about the deeper nuances of food culture, the power and pitfalls of social media, and the importance of building genuine community in a new country. This candid conversation also touches on family dynamics, reconnecting with purpose, and what the future holds.

In this conversation, Ashley and Melissa discuss Melissa's journey of moving to New Zealand from the Delaware, touching on various aspects such as her experiences with TikTok, the immigration process, healthcare differences, and raising children in New Zealand. They explore the cultural and legal contrasts between the two countries. The conversation also delves into the impact of consumerism and minimalism on lifestyle choices in New Zealand, as well as the natural disaster preparedness that comes with living in a country prone to such events. Ashley shares her experiences of parenting in a digital age, the contrasts between city and rural living, and the challenges of house hunting in Christchurch. She discusses homesteading in Akaroa, and the emotional journey of coping with homesickness and loneliness as an immigrant.The conversation also touches on the importance of finding community and understanding the mortgage landscape in New Zealand, providing valuable insights for anyone considering a move to the country.

Melissa's book can be found: https://www.amazon.com/You-Want-Move-Zealand-Comprehensive-ebook/dp/B0DNQQ5P55

Or her website www.usatonz.com

https://melcoxmusic.tunepipe.com/

Keywords

New Zealand, immigration, TikTok, healthcare, midwifery, consumerism, natural disasters, raising children, visa pathways, property management, parenting, digital age, city living, rural living, house hunting, Christchurch, home buying, Akaroa, homesickness, immigrant community, healthcare system, mortgage, moving to New Zealand