Barbara Boyle joins the Expat Focus Podcast to discuss her move from a high-flying advertising career in the US to a tranquil life in Monforte d’Alba, a small town in Italy’s Piedmont region. Barbara shares what it was like to renovate a 300-year-old stone barn with zero Italian, embrace the local slow food culture, and become part of a tight-knit rural community. She also opens up about her breast cancer diagnosis and why she returned to the US for treatment, and reflects on the joys and challenges of expat life. Her new memoir, 'Pinch Me: Waking Up in a 300-Year-Old Italian Farmhouse', captures the essence of her Italian adventure. If you’ve ever dreamed of moving to Italy, this one’s for you. 📘 Order Barbara’s memoir: https://www.barbaraboyleauthor.com/ 🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring expat stories 🌍 Explore more at https://www.expatfocus.com #ExpatLife #Italy #SlowLiving #PinchMe #FarmhouseRenovation #MovingToItaly 00:00 Introducing Barbara Boyle 00:51 Barbara's Writing Journey 03:26 Barbara's Advertising Career 06:25 Falling in Love with Montfort 09:06 The Slow Food Movement 11:39 Renovating the Barn 14:26 Challenges and Community Support 17:35 Learning Italian and Cultural Integration 20:56 Adjusting to a Slower Pace of Life 21:17 Nostalgia and Simplicity of Life in Silicon Valley 21:53 Adjusting to a Slower Pace in Italy 22:26 Balancing Busyness and Retirement 23:38 Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Journey 28:52 Comparing Healthcare Systems: Italy vs. USA  32:07 Building Community and Friendships in Italy 34:42 Joining Local Activities and Clubs 38:54 Advice for Aspiring Expats 40:41 The Perfect Italian Dish 41:36 Final Thoughts

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