Episodes

Nothing says “welcome to Mexico” like a dental emergency your first week in town. In this episode of This Might Be a Bad Idea, Erica and Jeff talk about navigating health insurance abroad, finding doctors (and dentists) you can trust, and the hilarious chaos that happens when you’re trying to explain tooth pain in another language. From Google Translate mishaps to unexpected medical bills, this episode dives into what it’s really like figuring out healthcare as an expat in Mexico — and how a dentist named Carlos saved the day. You’ll hear: 🦷 The reality of finding healthcare in a new country 💊 What to know about expat health insurance and costs 🤣 How humor helped them get through unexpected medical moments Because sometimes, “adulting abroad” means your first emergency is a root canal. Would we do it again? Yes — but maybe with dental insurance first.

Moving to Mexico without water was definitely not part of the plan. Turning on the faucet and realizing nothing comes out? Yeah… that was the moment Mérida reminded us who’s in charge. In this episode of This Might Be a Bad Idea, we dive into the chaotic reality of buying a new home in Mexico—when the pipes, promises, and patience all ran dry. From cold showers before immigration appointments to months of construction delays, Erica and Jeff share how something as simple as running water turned into their biggest test of sanity (and marriage).

Moving to Mexico with a cat sounds like a cute idea—until you’re juggling six suitcases, customs forms, and one very confused feline. In this episode of This Might Be a Bad Idea, Erica and Jeff break down the chaos, logistics, and emotional rollercoaster of uprooting their lives to start fresh in Mérida. From airport meltdowns to immigration lines and a cat who definitely didn’t sign up for this adventure, they share the reality behind the glossy “we moved abroad” story. It’s part comedy, part survival guide, and completely honest about what it takes to actually do it.