Rooted and Routed Podcast
Rooted and Routed is a storytelling podcast for anyone living between cultures, identities, and geographies.
Hosted by Sabiya Pathan Withoeck, each episode invites you into real, reflective conversations about belonging, resilience, migration, motherhood, and the emotional layers of life abroad.
This isn’t about relocation checklists or surface-level advice. It’s about the quieter moments, the ones that shape who we’re becoming.
Whether you're a global nomad, a returning expat, or someone navigating the in-between, this space is for you.
Because we don’t just belong to places.
We belong to stories.
To people.
To ourselves.
🎧 New episodes released weekly.
🔔 Subscribe to follow the journey — and maybe find a part of your own story along the way.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 46
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Connecting Through Culture and Adventure: Josh Boyles’ India Experience
First episode of 2025! In this episode we had the honor to have Josh Boyles, an American expat who has been living in Pune, India, for almost two years. Josh shares his inspiring journe…
Year End REWIND Episode | ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | HIGHLIGHTS of 2024
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Welcome to Part 2 of our Rooted and Routed Podcast 2024 recap! 🌟
This year has been an incredible journey of meaningful conversations, diverse perspectives, and impactful stories. In…
CHRISTMAS Special Episode: HIGHLIGHTS of Rooted and Routed PODCAST 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, let’s look back at the most inspiring moments, impactful stories, and unique perspectives from Rooted and Routed Podcast this year.
From navigating life abroa…
Finding ‘Home’ as a Digital Nomad: Pavi Lustig’s Story
In Part 2 of Rooted and Routed, Pavi Lustig dives deeper into his journey as a voice actor, digital nomad, and global citizen. With a multicultural upbringing and a love for travel, Pav…
Berlin to Goa and Everywhere in Between: Pavi’s Life as a Digital Nomad | Pavi Lustig | Part 1
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🎙️ Meet Pavi Lustig, a voice actor, digital vomad (Vomad - Voice Over Nomad), and filmmaker who has worked with iconic brands like Apple, Netflix, Ama…
From Burnout to Sabbaticals: Why 70% of Employees Seek a Better Way Forward | Part 2 | Rebecca Thomas
How do you navigate the pressure to return to work after a career break or sabbatical? In Part 2 of Rebecca’s story, we discuss:
Overcoming fears and articulating the value of your sabb…
Are Career Breaks Holding You Back or Pushing You Forward?
Meet Rebecca, a coach who empowers individuals through pivotal moments of transition in their personal and professional lives. From career breaks to sabbaticals, Rebecca specializes in …
What I Learned from EK BETI EK CYCLE Will CHANGE the Way You Think About RURAL INDIAN GIRLS
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In this heartfelt episode, Lou Henderson, a UK expat in Pune, shares the inspiring story of her involvement with Ek Beti Ek Cycle, an NGO founded b…
From Liverpool to Pune: Lou Henderson’s Journey with Ek Beti Ek Cycle
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In this Part 1 episode we’re joined by Lou Henderson, a UK expat in Pune, India, who has channeled her passion for sustainable transport into meaningful community advocacy…
Bridging the Gap: Serving Expat and Local Tastes in INDIA | API MIRPURI | Part 2
In this part 2 episode, Api shares the unique challenges he faced in sourcing top-quality ingredients across India, adapting to local and expat tastes, and maintaining the freshness and…
From Life Experiences to Gourmet Success: The Journey of Api Mirpuri and Tutto Bene Delicatessen
In this Part 1 episode of Rooted and Routed, we’re joined by Api Mirpuri, a true global citizen who has lived across continents and worked in diverse industries. From growing up in Hong…
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | VEERLE | Episode 10
Navigating Expat and Repat Life: Veerle’s Story Across Australia, Cambodia, Spain and back home in Netherlands.
In this episode of Rooted and Routed, host Sabiya Pathan-Withoeck sits dow…
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | MARIE HELENE | Episode 9 | Part 2
In this Part 2 episode of Rooted and Routed, Sabiya chats with Marie Hélène, a French expat and founder of Black Sheep Kollective. Marie Hèléne shares her journey living in India, Euro…
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | MARIE HELENE | Episode 9 | Part 1
In this Part 1 episode of Rooted and Routed Podcast, we explore the fascinating journey of Marie Hélène, a French expat who has lived in India, New York, and Europe. With corporate expe…
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | NADDY | EPISODE 8 | PART 1
Parenting, Veganism, Healthcare systems and Perimenopause : Naddy’s Expat Journey Through Four Countries
In this insightful episode of Rooted and Routed, host Sabiya welcomes Naddy, a mu…
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | LUC MIGNON | EPISODE 7 | PART 1
🌍 Discover Luc Mignon: An Expat with a Passion for Music and Philanthropy 🎶❤️
In this inspiring episode of the Rooted and Routed Podcast, we explore the remarkable life of Luc Mignon, a …
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | LUC MIGNON | EPISODE 7 | PART 2
In this episode of the Rooted and Routed Podcast, Luc Mignon shares his experiences as a long-time expat and the challenges of transitioning back to life in his home country. We explore…
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | ALISÉE MIGNON | EPISODE 6 | PART 2
🌍 Navigating Expat Life: Challenges, Connections, and Giving Back 🌍
In Alisèe’s Part 2 episode, we dive into the realities of expat life, touching on some truly important topics:
- The …
ROOTED AND ROUTED PODCAST | ALISÉE MIGNON | EPISODE 6 | PART 1
A route to remember, a story to remember.
Meet Alisée Mignon, a French expat who takes us on a journey of self-discovery like no other. She shares how living with purpose, embracing diff…
Episode 5 - Dieter Withoeck’s Expat Journey - Navigating Expat Life: Adaptation, Community and Cultural Integration | Part 2
Navigating Expat Life: Adaptation, Community, and Cultural Integration
In this episode, we dive deep into the life of Dieter, a seasoned expat with over 15 years of experience living in …