Viva Tropical

Viva Tropical is a lifestyle 20 years in the making. It all started on a surf trip to Costa Rica in the mid 90's, where your host Josh Linnes fell in love with the tropical region. Since then he founded several companies including www. vivatropical.com, created real estate projects in Costa Rica and Panama, eventually buying his own island in Panama with his business partner Park Wilson. As comfortable in a dug out canoe as as a yacht, his adventures take him and his business partner into uncharted regions. Josh is a proponent of living simply while focusing on getting the most out of life. His love of exploring and experiencing everything the diverse region has to offer is obvious. On its surface the show is about the Latin Tropics, but the hosts multitude of interests take the show much deeper. From strange local myths and unique plants, to how to retire to the region. From offshore investment strategy to how to build a sailboat. You are welcome to enjoy an eclectic mix of interviews, how to's, local hacks, investment strategy, surfing stories, environmental coverage, off-grid information, coffee talk, and much more. Having a radio show is an excuse for Josh to draw in interesting people that hopefully teach listeners something new. Get to know a region better while discovering about all types of different subjects designed to help you break free and thrive.

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Episodes

How to Disappear or Achieve Maximum Privacy, something all expats can take advantage of

Frank Ahearn, disappearing expert and "Digital Hitman" joins the show to talk about privacy and how to disappear in a digital world that tracks everything. A former Skip Tracer, his old job used to be to find people and now he uses that experience to keep things hidden. Tune and hear a fascinating perspective while learning to use the information to protect yourself. Also learn why you have a chance when you move overseas to create a buffer that gives you a chance to distance your self from your...

Aug 18, 2014•44 min

Panama Residency and Beyond. Find out everything you need to know.

Everything you need to know about Panama residency, visas, and beyond. Ricardo Faraudo an attorney from the DENFAB firm joins todays show. He specializes in expat immigration and details all the options you have when moving to Panama. There is even one option that comes with a Panamanian passport, so find out what option is best for you or if you even need to apply for residency.

Aug 11, 2014•51 min

Central America Real Estate Report Vol. 1

The Central America Real Estate report is part of series that hops around Central America to hear on the ground intel, reports, and data you can use in your hunt for Real Estate. In this episode we interview 3 brokers from 3 different countries, starting in Costa Rica, then on to Roatan, Honduras, and finally Lake Atitlan Guatemala. Topics of discussion include what is happening in these real estate markets. Where are the opportunities? How much does it cost to build? We also try and develop som...

Aug 04, 2014•1 hr 8 min

How the Aztecs were conquered the true and amazing story

Author Buddy Levy joins the show to discuss his book Conquistador: Hernan Cortes, King Montezuma, and the Last Stand of the Aztecs We discuss the story of a driven conquistador and what lead to the defeat of an Aztec king. We are sure you will be entertained by the true story that ultimately became one of histories most intriguing meetings between two very different cultures. Listen to this can’t miss episode and learn what it felt like to be in Mexico 500 years ago.

Jul 28, 2014•1 hr

Offshore 101 with Andrew Henderson. How to protect your assets

Founder of Nomad Capitalist Andrew Henderson joins us for a candid conversation about protecting your assets, where to get a second passport and why you need to protect yourself. You may think you are well protected, but Andrew explains that if all your eggs are in one basket you really aren’t safe.

Jul 21, 2014•52 min

One of the Most Dangerous Places in the world. 18 months in Darien Gap

Author Martin Mitchinson tells us what it was like spending 18 months in the Darien Gap of Panama. The Darien is a roadless jungle covered gap of land that stretches from the Caribbean to the Pacific ocean covering the edge of the Panama Columbia border. It is not the biggest undeveloped jungle area but it is probably the most dangerous. People who know where it is stay away based on a history of FARC kidnappings and the fact it is home to those who don't want to be found. Martin tells how he en...

Jul 14, 2014•1 hr 2 min

Creating an income the old school way with Karl Spaeth of Temple of White Dog Ginger Beer (Expat Start-up)

Entrepreneur Karl Spaeth joins the show. Learn how he built a business with one product that supports his lifestyle and even got him discovered by the head of a company that just sold to Starbucks. His future is bright and it is all because of his product Temple of the White Dog ginger beer and hard work. Find out how he grew his business and get inspired to create your own expat business when you move down to the Latin Tropics.

Jul 07, 2014•1 hr

Ayahuasca use in indigenous cultures, 4000 years and counting. Learn from the masters.

Author, Ayahuasca, and Plan Expert Jonathon Miller Weisberger joins us from his lodge located deep in the jungle of the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. His book Rainforest Medicine is a classic study on the subject of plant medicine as used in indigenous cultures, specifically Ayahuasca and the Secoya people from the upper amazon. Find out how this plant has been being used since 2000 BC.

Jul 01, 2014•56 min

How to Invest in Central American Real Estate

Park Wilson, professional real estate investor, founder of Viva Tropical, Emerging Terrains Investment and Island owner joins the show. You may not know him, but he is Josh’s business partner and today they talk about everything you need to know about investing in real estate that they have learned over the last 20 years. This is a can’t miss episode for anyone considering buying or investing in Central America. Subscribe to the Vivatropical.com mailing list and receive their free 55 page e-book...

Jun 16, 2014•1 hr 34 min

Costa Rica Residency, Everything You Need To Know.

Andrea Pignataro is todays guest, an attorney who specializes in residency for Costa Rica. Get the inside information straight from the source. We discuss everything you need to know about residency from the different options to costs involved, to if you even need residency at all. In this detailed discussion you will learn what is involved in the process and how to hire the right professional.

Jun 09, 2014•53 min

Steps to Living Off The-Grid with Eric Youngren

A discussion with off-grid specialist Eric Youngren, one part adventurer and one part alternative energy expert Eric is perfect person to talk about off-grid technology for Viva Tropical readers and listeners. With extensive experience in remote and third world locations we set out to learn some practical advice from a qualified person. Eric can install systems anywhere in the world which makes him a potential candidate for any project you might have.

Jun 02, 2014•56 min

Coffee Grower Rich Lipner discusses his side of the coffee business

In this episode Josh calls up his friend Rich Lipner, owner of Dos Jefes coffee farm in Boquete, Panama. Rich has been diligently producing his own coffee called Cafe De La Luna as well as giving coffee tours on his private farm. His knowledge is very high when it comes to the world of coffee, coffee growing, and how to make excellent tasting coffee.Think of this show as your introduction to coffee growing as you hear from two passionate coffee drinkers who love coffee.In this episode, we discus...

May 26, 2014•49 min

New York Times bestselling author Patrick Vlaskovits discusses what to know before you start a business abroad

This episode could be called “Expat Start-Up How to Create a Profitable Business in Paradise”Josh has a spunky conversation with New York Times best selling author of The Lean Entrepreneur, Patrick Vlaskovits. Learn how to use Lean business methodology to save you time and money when starting a business. The conversation touches on subjects like what you should really be thinking before you start a business to a broken board leash and harrowing rescue in Panama. Listen in and hear what you shoul...

May 19, 2014•52 min

Former NFL agent Phil Williams tells us why he wants to move to the Latin Tropics

Find out why a successful NFL agent gave up his lucrative career to pursue living in Central America. In this episode you will hear Phil talk about his epic trips around Central America, how he traveled, and what places he really liked. You will also learn why he isn’t very excited about the current direction of the U.S. why he is worried about it and what you can do protect your self in the future.

May 12, 2014•57 min

What To Know before you Buy/Invest in Central American Real Estate

Josh has a discussion with Park Wilson his business partner about what you should know before you invest in Central America. They cover market stages how to identify what stage a market is in before you invest. How to approach different areas. Not every area is same and knowing the differences can go a long way making a solid choice. If you only have 72 hours to search for property how should you prepare? A don't miss episode that touches on several subjects for those who want to get investment ...

May 05, 2014•47 min

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