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Dan and Eli are back with another classic episode. This episode explores the state of the nomadic world and digital nomadism in 2026, focusing on topics such as: AI The general state of the digital nomad movement The current state of blogging and podcasting general trends in remote work An overview episode looking at where digital nomadism stands today and where it may be heading. Link to join our Telegram Community- https://t.me/+wst0iK7I5RMwNDE8

After more than 15 years of building and leading businesses, Eli David Rokah, CEO of StartupBlink, shares the timeless principles he wishes he had known from day one. A practical guide for founders and entrepreneurs at any stage.

After 15 years of living as a digital nomad, I share the core principles that have had the biggest impact on my happiness, productivity, relationships, and long-term sustainability on the road.

Recorded from the coast of Taiwan, Eli shares thoughts on the book Vagabonding by Rolf Potts. He walks walks through the passages he bookmarked and what still holds up: why long-term travel is cheaper than most people think, the cost of staying constantly connected, what you lose when travel becomes routine, and why the best quote in the book might be enough on its own. A book review for people already on the road, thinking about it, or just curious what holds up after two decades.

Join our Telegram community - https://bit.ly/BecomeNomad   In this episode, Eli shares reflections on Anything You Want by Derek Sivers. Speaking from Singapore, he explores how building a company can be an act of freedom: designed around happiness, purpose, and profitability. Through the lens of the digital nomad lifestyle, the episode touches on why solving real problems matters, how client obsession creates clarity, and what it means to build a business that supports life on the move. A thoughtful conversation for founders, freelancers, and nomads who want to build something meaningful without losing joy along the way.

Join our Telegram community - https://bit.ly/BecomeNomad   In this episode we begin a new experiment with Eli sharing insights and experiences from his weeks of disconnection. We start with a great week that just ended in Koh Samet and Phitsanulok, with a small break in Pattaya. Learn about an island that is not overly touristic and still close to Bangkok, which city Pattaya really reminds Eli of, and why Phitsanulok is a place he keeps returning to.

Based on a listener request from our Telegram community -https://bit.ly/BecomeNomad  In this episode of Become Nomad, hosts Eli and Dan explore one of the most fascinating aspects of travel: understanding the national psyche. Drawing from their experiences in countries such as Singapore, Thailand, and the United States, they discuss how culture, pace, and mindset shape the way societies operate and what those differences can teach us about adapting as travelers.They also introduce two of their favorite mental models for interpreting culture: the Escalator Approach, a way to understand how societies move collectively toward progress, and the Uber Test, a quick lens for sensing how a country approaches service, efficiency, and social interaction. By the end of the conversation, Eli and Dan reflect on how these insights help them and their listeners see beyond surface impressions, recognizing the deeper mental patterns that define each place. Join them as they unpack what it truly means to understand a country not through its landmarks but through its mindset.

Join the conversation and connect with fellow listeners in our new Telegram community -https://bit.ly/BecomeNomad In this episode, Dan and Eli share their annual reflections on the nomadic and sometimes non-nomadic chapters of their lives. They talk about how their lifestyles are evolving, the questions they are asking themselves as life changes, and what being nomadic really means to them today.

Join the conversation and connect with fellow listeners in our new Telegram community -https://bit.ly/BecomeNomad In this episode, Eli catches up with longtime friend and digital nomad Derek Baron. They talk about what it really takes to keep the lifestyle going for over 20 years, from shifting travel patterns and new nomad hubs to the struggles of relationships and work on the road. Derek also shares why he's moved from blogging to newsletters and how shorter, more purposeful trips keep the journey meaningful.

Join the conversation and connect with fellow listeners in our new Telegram community -  https://bit.ly/BecomeNomad In this episode, Eli shares his personal journey of creating a "Week of Disconnection," a practice he has maintained since 2016. From his recent travels in Singapore and Vietnam, he reflects on the hidden costs of constant connectivity and how structured digital detox weeks have transformed his work, lifestyle, and wellbeing.

In this episode Eli talks with James Clark, the legendary digital nomad behind Nomadic Notes. With over 20 years of experience, James shares his insights on how the digital nomad lifestyle has evolved since the pandemic, including the rise of digital nomad visas and the shift to career-driven travel. They also dive into the growing appeal of Southeast Asia, with Danang, Vietnam, now crowned as the new digital nomad capital of the region!

Nikita is back to teach us everything he knows about staying disciplined while constantly on the move. Eli is mostly just hoping some of it can rub off on him so he can finally wake up and make it to important appointments on time. The talk includes finding freedom through structure, building rituals on the road, and how discipline can come from joy rather than force. Along the way: ice cream at 2am, spiritual treks in Portugal, and why Eli sometimes locks his phone in a bag just to stay focused.

In this solo episode recorded in Hanoi, Eli reflects on 15 years of nomadic living, the highs, lows, and strange in-betweens. Prompted by questions generated by ChatGPT, he dives into how AI is reshaping his workflow, the evolution of Become Nomad, personal sacrifices, startup ecosystem insights from around the globe, and the odd $180 meal… that thankfully turned out to cost just $9.

Living as a nomad starts with a remote job, but it doesn't end there. In this episode, Eli speaks with Anna Maria Kochanska about building a career on the move, turning remote work into real impact, and why Cape Verde might be your next favorite destination.

Nikita and Eli catch up and talk about the rituals they follow when arriving in new places, such as gathering around campfires, along with a range of other related topics.