Monte Carlo to Marlow

A New Life in France. How to Survive & Thrive with the Dynamic Nancy Heslin

Krista Madden

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Krista Madden and Nancy Heslin explore Nancy's journey from Canada to the South of France, her challenges as an expat, and her evolution as a journalist and author. They discuss the importance of community, the struggles of making connections in a new country, and the impact of Nancy's work in promoting women in motorsport through her new book and publishing company. The conversation highlights the significance of storytelling, personal growth, and the power of women supporting women.


Takeaways

Nancy Heslin moved to the South of France to start a new life. 
Expat life can be challenging and lonely, especially in a new culture.
Nancy's journey in journalism began with a passion for writing from a young age.
She found her niche in writing for the Riviera Reporter, which opened many doors.
The reconnection with her husband after many years led to a unique love story.
Nancy's podcast explores relationships and personal stories, adding depth to her work.
She founded a publishing company to promote women's stories in motorsport.
The book '100 Years of Women Motorsport in Monaco' aims to inspire young girls.
Nancy emphasizes the importance of community and support among women.
Success is not finite; women should uplift each other to create more opportunities.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
03:19 Life in the South of France
06:11 Challenges of Expat Life
09:04 Journey to Journalism
11:57 The Riviera Reporter Experience
15:12 Love and Relationships
17:49 Reconnecting After Years
21:28 The Emotional Impact of Storytelling
22:28 The Joy of Podcasting and Connection
26:17 Relocating for Safety and Opportunity
27:18 Inspiration Behind the Book Project
30:26 Creating a Publishing House for Women
32:17 Challenges in Funding and Support
35:00 Launching the Book and Inspiring Young Women
36:14 The Future of Women in Motorsport
38:30 Empowering Women Through Collaboration

Connect with Nancy on social media: @nancy.heslin

Listen to Nancy & PJ's podcast https://nancyandpj.com/

Buy 100 Years of Women in Motorsport & Monaco https://www.carobtreepublishing.com/


Keywords
expat life, South of France, journalism, women in motorsport, podcasting, love stories, book publishing, opportunities for women, Monaco, personal growth, nancy heslin

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