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This Might Be a Bad Idea | Expat Life & Marriage in Mexico
This Might Be a Bad Idea | Expat Life & Marriage in Mexico
Curious what happens when a married couple downsizes everything and moves from the U.S. to Mexico? We’re Erica and Jeff, and on This Might Be a Bad Idea, we give you an unfiltered look at expat life and marriage in real time. Every week, we unpack the chaos — the wins, the culture shocks, and the questionable decisions that follow you when you say “Let’s move abroad.” Expect raw, relatable stories about navigating life in Mexico as an American couple — from adapting to new routines and customs, handling unexpected challenges, and simply trying to keep it together. Whether you’re planning a move abroad, dating an expat, or just curious about life in Mexico, our podcast delivers authenticity with a side of calamity. Key themes: expat life, moving abroad, relocation stories, marriage abroad, living in Mexico, culture shock, and navigating life transitions — all told through conversations that feel like you're sitting in the room with us. Tune in weekly for real-life stories, laughter, occasional meltdowns, and yes—the occasional questionable decision or two.
Oct. 15, 2025

How We Moved to Mexico with 6 Suitcases & a Cat | This Might Be a Bad Idea Podcast

How We Moved to Mexico with 6 Suitcases & a Cat | This Might Be a Bad Idea Podcast
This Might Be a Bad Idea | Expat Life & Marriage in Mexico
How We Moved to Mexico with 6 Suitcases & a Cat | This Might Be a Bad Idea Podcast

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.

We packed 40 years of life into six suitcases, hustled a cat through TSA, and landed in Mérida with no plan—just vibes. In this episode we unpack the chaos of downsizing, why we flew instead of driving through Mexico, how Leo survived the flight (thanks, vet-approved meds), and what we’d pack differently next time. If you’re moving abroad with a partner—or a pet—steal our wins and dodge our mistakes.
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Keywords: expat life Mexico, moving to Mérida, downsizing, traveling with cat, immigration appointment, first week abroad

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