Peter and Shaun drop the bombshell you didn't see coming: they're leaving the United States and moving to Portugal. In this special minisode launch of "Avocados Abroad," the duo gets brutally honest about the three-year journey that led to this life-changing decision.

From the political climate that first sparked the idea to the November election that sealed the deal, Peter and Shaun break down exactly why they're trading Massachusetts for Porto. Spoiler alert: it involves socialized medicine, safety rankings, LGBTQ+ rights, and the realization that their health insurance was almost as expensive as their mortgage.

What you'll get:

• The real reasons behind their emigration decision (beyond just "we saw the election results")
• Why Portugal made the cut (hint: Shaun's grandfather and their #7 safety ranking didn't hurt)
• The bureaucratic nightmare of visa applications and apartment hunting from 3,000 miles away
• Shaun's Portuguese language learning journey vs. Peter's... well, let's just say he's trying
• What this means for the main Apocalypse & Avocados podcast (spoiler: Carissa's still here, they're going digital)

The brutal honesty: They acknowledge this is a privilege, they've never set foot on Portuguese soil, and they're about to uproot their entire lives based on three years of research and a whole lot of hope.

Whether you're dreaming of your own international escape or just want to watch two chaotic humans fumble through the biggest decision of their lives, this minisode sets the stage for the adventure ahead. Pack your bags (digitally) – you're coming with them.

Perfect for: Anyone considering moving abroad, fans of bureaucratic chaos, or people who make life-changing decisions that sound insane but feel right in your chest.

New miniseries "Avocados Abroad" documents every step of their Portuguese adventure – from visa approvals to culture shock, language barriers to making new friends. The main podcast continues with digital recording, so buckle up for double the chaos.

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Burnout is a badge of honor, “boundaries” are a weapon, and everyone’s a self-diagnosed expert—welcome to 2025. In this unfiltered episode, Peter (with Shaun riding shotgun) dives headfirst into the therapy-speak epidemic, the rise of viral quitting, and the dopamine arms race that’s left us all exhausted and emotionally detached.

We break down:

• How TikTok turned “gaslighting” and “narcissist” into everyday insults (even if nobody knows what they mean)
• The Jonah Hill & Sarah Brady text scandal—when “boundaries” become control
• Why burnout is pandemic-level (and why crying at your desk is just Tuesday now)
• Coffee-badging, quiet quitting 2.0, and the viral #QuitTok trend—plus stories of real-life loud leavers
• Gaming addiction lawsuits and the new screen-time blame game
• How TikTok’s mental health rabbit holes are making everyone a little more anxious (and a lot more confused)
• The wildest rants, from “boundary-bombing” to productivity theater

Plus: Peter and Shaun volley through real stories, personal confessions, and the most unhinged workplace moments, all while challenging you to a 24-hour “No-Therapy-Speak” day (#SayWhatYouMean).

Carissa’s not gone—she’s just recharging. Catch up on Episodes 26 and 27 if you missed them, and get ready to laugh, cringe, and maybe rethink your next “self-care boundary.”

Listen now for a brutally honest, laugh-out-loud look at how therapy-speak, burnout, and digital chaos are rewiring our reality—one viral resignation at a time.

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Why does everyone seem allergic to commitment these days? In this episode, Peter and Shaun dig into the new normal of canceled plans, RSVP lies, and the rise of main character syndrome. From group chats that turn into graveyards to the art of soft ghosting and the absurdity of adult gift bags, nothing escapes their unfiltered takes. Expect rants about salad-for-dinner weirdos, TikTok trend disasters, and the existential dread of trying to keep up with anything—or anyone—when flakiness is the default setting.

If you’re exhausted by broken promises, baffled by the latest social etiquette, or just need to laugh at the chaos, this episode is your permission slip to bail on perfection. Tune in for sharp humor, zero sugar-coating, and a little solidarity for anyone who’s ever been left on read.

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