{"podcast":{"title":"The Bittersweet Life","slug":"the-bittersweet-life-1089562","podcast_index_feed_id":1089562,"rss_url":"https://bittersweetlife.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"http://www.thebittersweetlife.net","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/5/9/f/1/59f1e1a50c6df57d/TheBittersweetLife_Logo_PRIMARY.jpg","author":"Katy Sewall/Tiffany Parks","episode_count":1011,"summary":"Life doesn't have a script. At least, it doesn't have to. Hosts Katy Sewall and Tiffany Parks explore the challenges and joys of moving abroad and moving home. Whether you're living overseas, or not — or not yet — join us weekly for unadulterated conversation. Get to know Rome. Laugh at our embarrassments and insights. Most of all, imagine the possibilities for your own life (and meet some famous authors along the way).","last_synced_at":"2026-07-31T16:19:10.764828+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bittersweet-life-1089562"},"episode":{"title":"Bittersweet Moment #246: Bittersweet Endings (with Aurelio)","slug":"bittersweet-moment-246-bittersweet-endings-with-aurelio","published_at":"2026-06-24T07:01:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bittersweet-life-1089562/bittersweet-moment-246-bittersweet-endings-with-aurelio","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bittersweet-life-1089562","url":"https://thebittersweetlife.net/bittersweet-moment-246-bittersweet-endings-with-aurelio","audio_url":"https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/prfx.byspotify.com/e/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bittersweetlife/BSM_246_Bittersweet_Endings_w_Aurelio.mp3?dest-id=482016","summary":"On Monday's new episode, we discuss the bittersweet feeling that so often comes with endings and new beginnings. Excitement tinged with nostalgia and a sense of what will be missed. What brought up these thoughts? Aurelio recently finishing elementary school and all the emotions that that brought up, particularly for his mom! (If you missed that episode, be sure to go back and listen here!) On this mini-episode, Aurelio weighs in. What does HE feel about leaving the school and teachers he's gotten to know so well over these past five years and preparing to embark on a new adventure? Do 10-year-old boys also feel nostalgia for what they are about to leave? Find out on this cute mini-episode. Thinking of joining us on our intimate Rome listener trip in November 2026? Find out all about it here , or email us for more information! ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here . AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon , for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will h…","meta_description":"On Monday's new episode, we discuss the bittersweet feeling that so often comes with endings and new beginnings. Excitement tinged with nostalgia and a se…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":775,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-bittersweet-life-1089562/episodes/bittersweet-moment-246-bittersweet-endings-with-aurelio/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bittersweet-life-1089562/bittersweet-moment-246-bittersweet-endings-with-aurelio.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}