In this episode, we share what it’s really been like moving to France with our young twins. From funny family moments to the ups and downs of settling into a new country, we talk about what’s changed since we left Austin. With help from new friends and family, our weekend felt full of small wins and a growing sense of community. We also look back at some of the “what if” moments that shaped our path, what life might have looked like if we hadn’t made the move. We touch on everything from finding...
Jul 23, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 26
In this episode, we talk about what daily life in France has been like for our family. We share personal moments, from everyday routines to Luca’s recovery after surgery. We also describe how national holidays like Bastille Day shape the rhythm of our days. We also dive into the feelings that come with visiting California after building a new life in France. We chat about the emotional tug-of-war that comes from being between cultures, missing certain comforts of home like convenient groceries a...
Jul 16, 2025•57 min•Ep. 25
In this special episode of Away We Go We Go, we share one of the wildest weeks of our lives, navigating our son Luca’s open chest surgery in France, all while managing jet lag, travel hiccups, and family chaos. We get into the emotional rollercoaster of being split between hospital rooms and home, the challenges (and surprising miracles) in Luca's recovery, and how it feels to handle a major medical event abroad. We also take you behind the scenes of French healthcare, breaking down the realitie...
Jul 09, 2025•49 min•Ep. 24
In this fun episode of Away We Go We Go, I take you through my crazy week as I balance work, parenting, and getting everything ready for a last-minute family trip to California. I open up about the wild ride of raising twins in France, like late-night photo shoots in lavender fields and the toddler tantrums that come with keeping kids up past bedtime for one great family moment. I also talk about why Jordan and I decided to raise our kids outside the U.S. We love the benefits of bilingualism, li...
Jun 25, 2025•47 min•Ep. 23
In this episode, we share what life has been like for us living in France. From dealing with the hot summer without air conditioning to finding great coffee spots, we talk about the ups and downs of everyday life. We also tell fun behind-the-scenes stories from our recent trips to Paris and London—like tasty food, funny rental check-ins, and enjoying the flowers at the Chelsea Flower Show. We talk about what it’s like raising twin toddlers during the long French school breaks, a recent health sc...
Jun 18, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 22
In this episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, I sit down with Kyong Millar at her beautifully renovated home, Maison de Frederic, in Provence. Kyong shares her incredible journey as a Korean immigrant who moved to the US as a child and ultimately found her way back to Europe to fulfill her dream of living in the south of France. From the challenges of buying and renovating a historic property during the pandemic, to adapting to a slower, richer pace of life, Kyong opens up about the joys and ...
Jun 11, 2025•54 min•Ep. 21
In this episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, we sit down with Scott Barker for an inspiring conversation about making bold life transitions. Scott opens up about his recent decision to step away from building a successful venture capital fund, sell almost all his possessions, and embark on an open-ended journey of travel and self-discovery across the world. From his beginnings in Vancouver, adventures playing rugby in Australia, and the realization that life’s “someday” thinking can be a tra...
Jun 04, 2025•49 min•Ep. 20
In this episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, we open up about the mindset shifts and daily practices that helped us take the leap and move abroad to France. From battling unexpected challenges—like relentless allergies and adjusting to a new culture with our young twins—to learning how to embrace change, adaptability, and let go of control, we share honest stories and practical tips that can help make any big move more manageable. We break down the essential frameworks and daily habits that ...
May 28, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 19
In this episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, we dive into the mindset shifts that made our move abroad possible. We reflect on the whirlwind of the past few weeks, share our excitement for upcoming travels (especially a kid-free trip to London!), and open up about how adjusting our thinking transformed dreams into reality. Through personal stories, including how we faced big challenges like our son’s health journey, we illustrate how intention, visualization, and positive self-talk can help ...
May 21, 2025•57 min•Ep. 18
In this episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, we chat with a special guest - Sam Ritter, Sophie’s cousin - who shares his amazing journey from Colorado to a small town in Sweden, where he now works as a blacksmith and musician. Sam talks about his creative childhood, the big moments that led him to move overseas, and how following his heart brought him a life full of adventure and meaning. We also discussed with Sam what it’s really like to move to Sweden. He shares helpful tips about getting...
May 14, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 17
In this heartfelt episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, I sit down with my inspiring mom, Camy, to share her incredible story of retiring in France. My mom grew up in a large family in Nebraska and later made the life-changing decision to move to Provence. In this episode, she shares her lifelong love of travel, the challenges of relocating abroad, and what it truly takes to feel at home in a new country. We chat about the realities of obtaining a French long-stay visa, navigating French bure...
May 07, 2025•53 min•Ep. 16
In this episode, we dive into the adventures and challenges of raising expat kids in Provence, sharing the highs, lows, and all the little surprises that come with parenting abroad. From our twins’ adorable Easter egg hunt to finding the perfect crèche and navigating the ins and outs of French school options, we offer an honest look at how our family has adapted to a new culture. We also chat about how we manage travel, cherish the food rituals of France, and the unique experience of integrating...
Apr 30, 2025•57 min•Ep. 15
In this episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, we talk about the chaos and fun of our life in France, and celebrating Easter in a new country with our kids. We share stories from exploring local markets and enjoying some much-needed time together as a couple. We also get into the nitty-gritty of what it really costs to live in France. From visa fees and moving expenses to daily costs like rent, food, transportation, and healthcare, we compare our expenses here to what we used to pay in the US....
Apr 23, 2025•59 min•Ep. 14
In this heartfelt episode of The Away We Go We Go Podcast , we share the ups and downs of caring for our twins while dealing with a delayed surgery for our son, Luca. We talk openly about the emotional stress and the day-to-day challenges we faced, and how leaning on each other—and the amazing support from our family and friends—got us through it. We also open up about what it’s really like to move abroad. From how it changed our relationships back home to the hard parts of starting fresh and bu...
Apr 16, 2025•48 min•Ep. 13
In this episode of Away We Go We Go , I sit down with the amazing Jamie Beck! We talk about her incredible journey—how she went from being a busy commercial photographer in New York City to starting a whole new chapter of life in the peaceful countryside of France. Jamie opens up about how she found a slower, more meaningful way to live, one that focuses on simplicity, real beauty, and the little moments that truly matter. She shares how moving to France changed her path and helped her become an...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 12
In today’s episode, we talk about our experience living in Provence with the twins. We share the joys and challenges of adjusting to life in the south of France, from grocery shopping and visiting family-friendly cafés to enjoying the beautiful poppy season. W also add some fun by sharing stories about new Instagram followers and answering their biggest questions. We also give a behind-the-scenes look at moving abroad—choosing the right city, setting up credit in France, and handling visa and re...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 11
In this personal and heartfelt episode of Away We Go We Go, we share the journey of discovering our son Luca’s heart condition, Tetralogy of Fallot, during a routine scan at just 18 weeks pregnant. The moment changed our lives, setting us on a path filled with uncertainty, resilience, and ultimately, hope. We open up about the challenges and joys of raising twins, navigating the complexities of medical care, and adjusting to the differences between healthcare in the U.S. and France. Through raw ...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 10
In this episode, we are joined by guest Brittany Pigorini, who shares her amazing journey from Los Angeles to Las Vegas and eventually to Italy, where she now lives with her family. With a background in the luxury event industry, Brittany talks about her adventurous spirit and how meeting her Italian husband at a wedding changed the course of her life. Together, we discuss the challenges and joys of adjusting to a slower lifestyle in Italy, raising children in a different culture, and the challe...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 9
Welcome to another episode of the Away We Go We Go Podcast! One of our Instagram posts went viral, and so we decided to talk about the flood of comments and questions from new followers, as well as the ups and downs of growing an online community. We share helpful tips for anyone thinking about moving abroad, along with our own experiences and why we decided to take this step. This episode is full of useful advice, funny stories, and honest thoughts about life in a new country. Whether you're dr...
Mar 12, 2025•48 min•Ep. 8
In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome the wonderful Jennifer Fox, who takes us on her incredible journey from New Jersey to France. Jennifer shares what it was like to build a life abroad, from navigating French bureaucracy to finally settling into her beautifully renovated home in the South of France. With 15 years in Paris under her belt, Jennifer opens up about the resilience and adaptability it took to embrace a new culture. She also walks us through her inspiring career shift—from profes...
Mar 05, 2025•47 min•Ep. 7
Welcome back to another episode of the Away We Go We Go Podcast! Today, we have something special for you! We're taking you on an unforgettable journey through Provence, the stunning region in the South of France that we now call home. Plus, we're giving you a complete itinerary to experience everything that makes Provence magical—from colorful markets to breathtaking lavender fields. Along the way, we share personal stories, from exploring charming villages like Gordes and Saint-Rémy to discove...
Feb 26, 2025•43 min•Ep. 6
In this episode of the "Away We Go We Go" podcast, I share a story about a big challenge Jordan and I faced while living in France: getting our French driver’s licenses. It's a very long process and we waited so much to exchange our American licenses for French ones, which led to a series of problems—our car got towed, and we found out our insurance had expired without us knowing! For three stressful weeks, I dealt with French bureaucracy, trying to get our car back. It wasn’t easy, but with hel...
Feb 19, 2025•37 min•Ep. 5
In this episode, we take you through our journey of moving to France—from the very first idea to actually settling in. We share how we chose our destination, the big things to consider (like visas and finances), and the little details that make a big difference. Once we made the decision, the real work began! We talk about selling our home, packing up our life, and dealing with the stress that comes with such a big move. We also break down what we call the Survival Year —those first 12 months wh...
Feb 12, 2025•51 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, we answer one of the biggest questions we’re often asked: why did we leave the U.S. and move to France with our young twins? There were so many reasons—affordable childcare and healthcare, easy travel, and being surrounded by stunning nature. Plus, who can resist the incredible food and culture in the south of France? Of course, it wasn’t all smooth sailing, but having a strong "why" kept us focused. The quality of life here, paired with how affordable things are compared to the...
Feb 05, 2025•37 min•Ep. 3
In the very first episode of the Away We Go We Go podcast, we, Sophie and Jordan Epton, share our exciting story of how we decided to move with our family from the U.S.A to the south of France. We talk about what inspired us to make such a big change, the ups and downs of the journey, and what it’s like moving abroad with twin toddlers (spoiler: it’s an adventure). We also dive into how our love for travel shaped our relationship and led to this decision. From navigating language barriers to adj...
Jan 29, 2025•29 min•Ep. 2
Away We Go We Go follows the journey of Sophie & Jordan Epton, an American couple who moved to France with their 10-month old twins, and the crazy adventure that follows. We dive deep into what it's really like moving and living abroad as expats, interview others who have taken the road less traveled, provide travel tips, discuss how you can do hard things to change your own life, and everything in between. -Intro and outro music produced by Jeremy Silver-
Jan 24, 2025•35 sec•Ep. 1
