Welcome to Almost Local! In this kickoff episode, Maria shares the story behind the podcast, what inspired her to start it, and what you can expect in the episodes to come. From cultural shifts to personal growth, this is a space for honest conversations about the messy, beautiful reality of life abroad.

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