Podcast
The Relocated South African | Emigration stories
Episodes — page 4
- Navigating Family, Illness And Identity Abroad with Ruth Prinsloo - E30
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to face major life challenges far away from the familiar comforts of home and family? Or how it feels to build a new identity and raise a fami…
- Escaping Censorship in SA with Johan Allers - E29
Have you ever felt that your voice was being stifled, or wondered what it would be like to leave everything behind just so you could tell the truth? What would drive a journalist t…
- Making The Commitment To Norway with Norman and Chantal van Wyk - E28
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to pack up your life and move overseas - not just physically, but mentally as well? What does it mean to fully commit to a new country,…
- Life in South Africa vs New Zealand with Kobus Du Plooy - E27
Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to pack up your life in South Africa and start over in a place as far away as New Zealand? What makes someone leave everything familiar…
- Weighing In On The US-SA Refugee Programme with Andrea Shea - E26
In May 2025, the US welcomed its first batch of white Afrikaans South Africans as part of its divisive Refugee Admissions Program. Some people are saying that they will be back,…
- Should I Stay In South Africa Or Relocate Abroad? - E25
To stay, or not to stay? Relocating overseas is one of the biggest, toughest decisions that one can make. You have to consider your reasons for it, look at the pros versus the cons…
- Adjusting To Life Back In SA After Decades Abroad with Bronwyn Rodrigues - E24
From being born in South Africa, to moving to Canada as a teenager, and then back to South Africa (this time as an adult), today's guest has been on quite the journey! Bronwyn Rod…
- Our Family’s Journey From SA To The USA with Kirsten Halcrow - E23
Have you ever wondered what it takes to pick up your entire life and move it - all five family members, ten suitcases, and countless memories - halfway across the world? What does…
- A South African Brit Abroad with Steve Ayres - E22
What makes someone decide to leave South Africa after thirty years and start again overseas? Is it crime, opportunity for kids, or maybe just a change in family circumstances? Thes…
- My Faith-Based Journey To Rural Dakota with Sonéll Van Niekerk - E21
From a job opportunity to seeking safety - these are just two of the many reasons someone might decide to pack up their life in South Africa and move all the way to North Dakota, U…
- Manage The Stress Of Moving Abroad with Psychologist Marijke Bruins - E20
Have you ever thought about how stressful it might be to leave your home country and start again somewhere new? Or wondered if there are ways to really cope with all the pressures…
- Building A New Network in the Netherlands with Bradley and Abigail Du Toit - E19
What would make a family uproot their lives in beautiful Somerset West and move all the way to the Netherlands? Is it career, safety, or the promise of a better future for their ch…
- Seeking Spiritual Equality In the United States with Zelda Botha - E18
Have you ever wondered what drives someone to leave behind a comfortable life in South Africa and start over in a completely new country? Or what it really takes to rebuild everyth…
- Studying Abroad in Budapest with Kyle du Toit - E17
Have you ever thought about taking your studies international? What about starting out a new business venture abroad? What challenges and opportunities might arise, and how do you…
- Finding Our Future Children's Home in the Isle of Man with Alicia and Silvano Pizzocaro - E16
Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to uproot your whole life and move your family to a small island in the middle of the Irish Sea? Or what would make someone leave the w…
- Relocating To the UK As An Older Parent with Martin Labuschagne - E15
What drives someone to leave behind the only home they've ever known? Is it crime, corruption, or simply searching for a better future for your child? Perhaps it’s all of these.…
- Perceptions And Misconceptions Of Leaving South Africa with Khaya Dlanga - E14
Have you ever wondered what it really feels like to leave South Africa behind, or why some people choose to seek opportunities elsewhere? Is it about following your ambitions, look…
- From Barcelona to Cape Cod with Dian and Margaux de Wet - E13
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to pack up your life in South Africa and move somewhere completely different, all for the sake of a better future for your children? Or…
- Staying Positive About South Africa with Paul Harris - E12
You’ve probably seen South Africa in the news a lot lately - and not a lot of it is good news! How does the news impact the decision to leave, stay, or even return? And what is it…
- How To Relocate Successfully with Ian Visser - E11
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to pick up your life and move to a new country? What does it look like to build and maintain a support network once you've left? What ar…
