Nikita Kuimov and Anastasia Klimova-Kuimova are the founders of Smena Station, a company that offers a new standard of living and productivity for those who work remotely. They have several network hubs located in countries like Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Montenegro, Portugal, Russia, USA, Malta, and Thailand.

During this episode, Nikita and Anastasia will share how they created a global community with digital nomads. Find out the ways this platform can benefit you to better live, work and relax with others. Learn behind the scenes insight like how they promote a new project, structure the framework, manage multiple locations, and find work during the low season.

​Listen to episode 219 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Kevin Cook has a successful YouTube channel with over 125,000 subscribers. He inspires others to pursue their own dream of traveling and living abroad!

During this episode, Kevin will share how he found the balance of being present in his travel while vlogging his passion. You’ll learn how to monetize your YouTube channel including the importance of finding your niche. Find out if vlogging everyday verse once a week is best for your brand. Listen to the end to hear how you can stay in shape while traveling all year around.

Listen to episode 218 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Lýdia Machová is fluent in 7 foreign languages and is currently learning Swahili. Her goal is to help people enrich any form of learning with additional learning based on 4 pillars of language learning.

During this episode, Lýdia will share those pillars and how you can put together your own combination of methods and resources that suits you best. Learn some tips for first-time learners and find out the most useful languages for travelers. Listen to the end to hear how Lýdia runs her business while traveling including insight into her successful course creation and implication model.

Listen to episode 217 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Christoph Huebner is the owner of Schwarzstorch Oü, a personal holding, and service company in Estonia ran through the e-Residency program. Christoph is an entrepreneur by heart and has been self-employed in the marketing & insurance industry for almost 20 years.

During this episode, you will learn how to qualify for the biggest tax breaks and legal loopholes as a European and US resident. Find out the perfect health insurance for long term and short term digital nomads. Listen to the end for everything you need to know about the Estonian E-residency program. 

Listen to episode 216 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Molly Fiona Maine is a freelance creative from London specializing in illustration, graphic design and marketing. Her passion for creativity and travel has taken her around the world to 43 countries and now works with clients in Europe, Asia, and the USA.

During this episode, Molly will share how she brought herself out of £15,000 debt to working as a freelance creative digital nomad illustrator who travels around the world. Learn to become a digital nomad, improve your skill set, and ways to grow your business locally and globally. Find out number one problem for new digital nomads and how to live your ideal life!​

Listen to episode 215 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Bob Pruss has been working online teacher while listing rooms on Airbnb in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Starting will little to zero knowledge about either path he has been able to truly earn a proper living.

During this episode, Bob will share how he was able to obtain quick success with his online teaching and Airbnb rentals. Find out how he legally rents out units and ways you can start your own listing with a very low cost. Listen to some of the terrible booking stories and compares other platforms like TripAdvisor, Agoda, and Booking.com. Listen to the end to see how Bob keeps this process sort of a hands-off operation. 

Listen to episode 214 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.
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In this episode Johnny and Alexandra, two of the organizers of the Nomad Summit answer everyone's questions about the upcoming conference for digital nomads and location independent entrepreneurs here in Chiang Mai Thailand. They talk about event dates, schedule, tickets, and the events surrounding. 

Listen to episode 213 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Johnny FD, Andrew Lee, Katy, and Anke Westerlaken enjoyed a Blue Voyager Liveaboard experience in the Maldives. They’ll share some of the worlds best places to scuba dive including their liveaboard adventures.

During this episode, you will hear about the incredible adventures under the sea. Learn about some of the major benefits of Liveaboards and dive sights you must completely avoid. Find out how dangerous it really is to dive with sharks and the harm we are doing to our oceans.

Listen to episode 213 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Chapin Kreuter is the founder of Surf Pro Techniques which helps motivated surfers who want to progress but aren't seeing the results they want. Chapin has been surfing for over 30 years and is super passionate about the sport yet it took a ton of hard work to get where he is today.

During this episode, Chapin will share how was able to take his passion for surfing to an online business. You’ll be inspired to find a passion for something that you already can do and develop your skills further. Learn how to invest in your future as a long-term digital nomad plus balance your family and friends while you grow. Find out where some of the best surf in the world is and a small thing that you could do to help save the ocean.

Listen to episode 212 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Sean Dalton is a photographer who also teaches others how to be a better photographer. He is inspired by the countries he travels, the people he meets, and incredible coffee.

During this episode, Sean will share how he Incorporated sponsorships and courses into his business since his last appearance on the podcast. He will talk about ways to improve your Instagram page in order to drive business to your brand. Expect to hear the strategies that led Sean to generate up to $7,000 a month through SkillShare online courses.

​Johnny FD and Sean will also compare the SkillShare platform to Udemy and YouTube plus conversation about the coffee culture in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Listen to episode 211 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Carla Cecchi has had massive success in dropshipping over the past few years. She went from zero to over six figures in such a short time. What’s most inspiring is that she did it as a Mum of three!

During this episode. Caria will share the ups and downs of creating a successful drop store. You’ll hear about everything from her first sale to her now helping others to win. Learn how she overcame those who haven’t supported her and how her family reacted to her commitment. 

Expect to also hear a bit about the exciting activities they’ve been doing while in Bali!

Listen to episode 210 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Amrit Atwal is the ultimate example of somebody who worked towards their dreams despite all odds. Whether it was people doubting his method, working day and night to save the cash to even failing the first time he started. His journey on how he went from a $10 an hour employee to a 6 figure Australian drop shipper will inspire you!

During this episode, you will hear about all the difficult times Amrit faced when starting up his dropship store. You’ll learn how he overcame all his issues and what drove him to keep trying.  Listen to the end to hear a few of his secrets and strategies that keep him different from the rest.
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Listen to episode 209 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

​Sebastian Wolff is a digital nomad from Germany who spent his $900 on a dropshipping course that changed his life. He is now living in Thailand, enjoying the benefits of living in a cheap place while earning much from his dropshipping business. He is a part of the dropshipping partnership Johnny FD assembled which sold its store for $44,000.

This episode is a fun and entertaining conversation about the dropshipping business and its fundamentals. Sebastian shares his experiences in the business and some tips on how to be successful in this trade. He also shares his quest in growing his own dropshipping business, giving him the financial freedom he is experiencing now. 

Listen to episode 208 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

​Howard is a digital nomad from Los Angeles who sold everything he owned to move to Chiang Mai, Thailand. He got tired of the same daily routine, made a crucial decision, and hopped on a one-way flight across the world. He had so many doubts with this decision when he first came to Thailand; but one month later, he realized he made the best choice in his life!
 
During the episode, Howard shares his experience during this big move from Los Angeles to Thailand. This is an exciting conversation about the upsides of living in a cheaper place without sacrificing the quality of life. As a bonus, Howard shares some tips on how to passively increase your income and how to properly manage your wealth. 

Listen to episode 207 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Joanne Bhaloo and Jonathan Lien are entrepreneurs and digital nomads who found online success through eBay dropshipping. Through David Vu’s course, they ventured into this online business and made thousands of dollars in profit. They built a community, eDropship Empire, to create a place to give help, support, and motivation for all the dropshippers. Also, Joanne and Jonathan are both listeners to this podcast!
 
During the episode, each guest shared their own personal journey on how they started their online business and how it grew into a successful career. They both have different backstories but both leading the same path. Through eBay dropshipping, they were able to live an independent life, leave the corporate life, and travel the world!

Listen to episode 206 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Enrico Discolo is an Italian guest based in the United States. He is a graphic designer who found his passion, his love, and his life in America. He went through a tough process to get a work visa and live in the land of the free. He gives a new perspective on America as a person from across the globe. 

​This episode basically talks about Enrico’s journey coming all the way to the United States. Leaving his home country to come to America, he discovered his love and passion. He shares his experiences in the country including his studies, his extraordinary love story, and his pursuit of a better life.

Listen to episode 205 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Jennifer Teie is a Licensed Realtor of RE/MAX Gold who provides consultation to buyers and sellers in acquiring or disposing of residential real estate. She is the founder of Teie One On Productions which brings community together by producing, promoting, and creating live music and events. She has been actively participating in several Tony Robbins’s events leading her to sign up for the $75,000 Platinum Partnership. The question is, is it worth it?
 
This episode talks about the cost-benefit evaluation of attending events such as Tony Robbins’s Unleash the Power Within, Date With Destiny, and Business Mastery. Jennifer shares her personal reasons as to why she has dedicated so much of her time and money in committing to Tony Robbins’s world including signing up for a Platinum Partnership worth $75,000. She reveals her own experience in these events, what she expected from it, and what she learned out of it that helped her succeed in all her endeavors. 

Listen to episode 204 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Damien McGuigan is an explorer and adventurer who wants to visit every country in the world. He is the man behind Chasing Penelope, a travel blog which tells all his travel stories and adventures. He works as an IT technical expert for a company that provides sports betting information around the world. He is a strong believer that people should do everything they want to do. Why not?
 
On this episode, Damien tells his travel journey in the different countries he visited especially the hidden paradise of Ukraine. This conversation reveals so much about the country including its culture, its food, and its people. If you are an explorer, be sure to tune in to this episode and find out why Ukraine is the place to be!

Listen to episode 203 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Roman Maximov is a tour guide in Transnistria, a non-recognized state which is in between the Dniester River and Ukraine. The place is greatly monopolized by a guy whom they call “The Sheriff”. He has taken over almost everything in the area including restaurants, hotels, and gas stations. He is so huge that his birthday is celebrated like no other – and the story behind his rise in power is both intriguing and astounding.
 
On this episode, Roman takes us on a mind tour on what the state of Transnistria is like, not only with the tourist destinations, but also the people, primarily the Sheriff. He reveals how powerful this sheriff is, what properties and businesses he owns, and how he influences almost everything in the state. Above all, he shares fascinating facts about Transnistria that would surely change your perspective of the place. And if this is the first time you heard of the state, then you just added one amazing place to visit!

Listen to episode 202 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

In celebration of TLAB’s 200th episode, this is to give credits to all the listeners and provide a platform to answer questions directly from the audiences!
 
In the past 200 episodes, Johnny has interviewed several digital nomads who love to explore and travel while working from anywhere in the world. Tons of travel hacks, tips, and strategies have been discussed during the entire duration of this podcast – but we can’t seem to get enough of it.
 
On this episode, listeners from all around the world have sent their questions and Johnny shares his ideas on various topics like travel health insurance, online courses, income techniques, and so much more. This episode proves that when it comes to travel, there are still so much to learn.

Listen to episode 201 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone.

Johnny FD, together with his co-host Aleksandra Bulatskaya, gives tribute to the American celebrity chef, Anthony Bourdain who, unfortunately, took his own life at 61. Anthony has been an inspiration to many digital nomads through his travel documentaries where he shows what lies beyond his limits. He is one of the pioneers in the world of exploration and travel.
 
This is a very special episode about Anthony’s amazing life as a tribute to him and the inspiration he has left behind. His journey was not an ordinary one. Both Johnny and Aleksandra share their own experiences which were greatly influenced by the man. This episode also features clips of Anthony’s messages and advice to everyone who loves to travel including what food to eat, where to go, and how to build relationships.

Listen to episode 200 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone. ​

Matthias Zeitler is a location independent entrepreneur who cofounded Coworking Bansko, a coworking space in Bansko and a home for digital nomads and freelancers. They provide a community for people who love working with others where they can meet new friends and learn new ideas.
 
On the episode, you will learn so much about Bansko, a town in Bulgaria. Matthias helps nomads experience a new perspective of remote work as he opened Coworking Bansko. Here, he will talk about his journey in the creation of this coworking space including the goals, the design, and the purpose of this nomad space. He explains why he chose this location and reveals what makes Bansko stand out from the rest of the world. 

Listen to episode 199 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone. ​

Kristin Wilson is the owner and founder of Poker Refugees which is dedicated to bringing you to your next poker home. After learning the term “digital nomad”, she began to discover that she is exactly how the term defines. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a degree in International Business and took post-graduate studies in business administration. And from there, she embarked on a nomadic journey when she got offered a job in Costa Rica.
 
This is a fun episode about Kristin’s travel stories which unwraps her experiences in different countries while embracing the nomad life. She shares her pursuit in creating a job that would give you no excuses of choosing a career. She also gives her personal comments about Costa Rica and Greece including the cost of living, transportation, internet connection, and security. Be inspired by her amazing journey!

Listen to episode 198 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone. ​

Jannis Riebschläger is a passionate traveler and film producer who produced his first travel film, Hyperborea, and brought it to over 40 cinemas in Germany. His passion in film production has brought him to several countries, creating image films and commercials which boost his clients’ sales and achieving goals in their businesses. He also published a book called “Sud - eine Abenteuerreise nach Süden”, Jannis’s own travel stories and adventures.
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On this episode, nomad stories have taken a new level. Jannis shares his journey in film production, from the realization of this career to the triumph of bringing his movies to the cinemas. This is an epic experience of a traveler that started out from a travel blog. Listen to this episode and discover tricks and tips in producing films, taking amazing photos, and bringing the biggest adventure of your lives to the big screen. 

Listen to episode 197 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone. ​

Tom Schmidt is one of the digital nomads from Germany who joined the Nomad Cruise and the Nomad Summit held this year. He is an author who found his publishing career while searching how to make money online. After writing his first book while studying in a University, his parents though he was being unreasonable. Despite the doubt by his family, he decided to continue and write more books. Now, he, together with his team, has written over 50 books and was able to retire his mother.
 
On this episode, he shares his nomad journey from finding his online career to earning monthly passive income while traveling. He reveals his publishing process and his strategies in promoting his books. He also gives tips on how to write books that would sell. He shares the story of how he was able to retire his mom and provide his parents a stress-free life. Join this episode and find out how to earn money by writing books online.  

Listen to episode 196 on iTunes, or your favorite podcast app on your phone. ​