How To! | Become an Expat

Before the 2024 election, Maureen and Jayna had hoped to attend a
historic inauguration for Kamala Harris in Washington, D.C. But
when Donald Trump won the presidency, the lesbian couple scrapped
their trip—and booked a fact-finding mission to Portugal instead.
On this episode of How To!, they talk with co-host Carvell Wallace
about their plans to leave the U.S.—and start a new life somewhere
they’ll feel safer. And, Jen Barnett of Expatsi offers up advice
about Portugal and other LGBTQ+ friendly countries, the
implications for taxes and international travel (including return
trips to the States), and what expat-curious listeners need to know
about raising kids, voting, EU citizenship—and how to take the
first step. Links Mentioned:  The Expatsi Test Mindful Migrant
on TikTok If you liked this episode check out: How To Uproot Your
Life and How To Live Anywhere in the World. Do you have a problem
that needs solving? Send us a note at howto@slate.com or leave us a
voicemail at 646-495-4001 and we might have you on the show.
Subscribe for free on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen. How
To’s executive producer is Derek John. Joel Meyer is our senior
editor/producer. The show is produced by Rosemary Belson, with
Kevin Bendis. Want more How To!? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock
exclusive bonus episodes. Plus, you’ll access ad-free listening
across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple
Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the How To! show
page. Or, visit slate.com/howtoplus to get access wherever you
listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
megaphone.fm/adchoices