Cool Beans Pod
Cool Beans Pod is a conversational podcast hosted by Gary Moss that explores lifestyle, local business, technology, and current events through interviews with people doing genuinely cool things. Each episode features real conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, expats, and innovators, covering personal journeys, business successes and failures, and emerging tech like AI. The show offers a global perspective on work, life, and building a life across borders, delivering relaxed and thought-provoking discussions with a global twist.
Episodes
Cool Beans Pod Episode #52 - Rodrigo Ferreira da Silva
🎙️ In this episode, we welcome Rodrigo Ferreira da Silva, President of the Board of ARAN – Associação Nacional do Ramo Automóvel.With a strong background in sales, marketing and the automotive industry, Rodrigo shares his experience of working in a highly competitive sector, the importance of customer satisfaction, leadership and the challenges of navigating an ever-changing market. 🚗📈A natural co
Cool Beans Pod Episode #51 - Pedro Sousa
🎙️ Cool Beans Pod — Episode #51 🎙️This week, I’m joined by Pedro Sousa — content creator 👊A raw and honest conversation about weight loss, creating content online, and knowing when you need to man up and make a change. 💪🔥We chat about generational differences, how perspectives can change between generations, and the importance of taking a stand in your own life to improve your circumstances. 🧠⚡No
Cool Beans Pod Episode #50 - Marta Pinto
☕🎙️ Cool Beans Pod — Episode 50: Half Bat, Half Century! 🦇🎂We’ve hit the big 5-0! And for this special episode, we’re talking about one of the biggest questions shaping our future: AI — what we know, what’s changing fast, and what we simply don’t know yet.Our guest is Marta Pinto from AI Goes to School, and we had a wide-ranging conversation about recent developments in AI, what they might mean fo
Cool Beans Pod Episode #49 - John Zinkus
✈️☕ Cool Beans Pod welcomes John! 🎙️This week, John Zinkus joins us to chat about his experiences as a pilot for a major European airline. ✈️🌍From the highs and lows of pilot training 🎓 to the realities of life in the cockpit 🛫, John gives us an insight into what it’s really like flying for a living — including the pressures, challenges and responsibilities that come with the job. 👨✈️💼Away from t
Cool Beans Pod Episode # 48 stories.of.the.ghost part 2 feat. Rosaria Ribeiro
👻 Ghosts. Murders. Mysteries. Life abroad. Dating in 2026.A follow-up to the fascinating Stories of the Ghost walking tour — recapping some of the ghosts, murders, mysteries and stories behind the places visited along the way. 👻🔪🕯️And there’s more to this episode…💬 Rosie Ribeiro joins the conversation to talk about life as a single mum abroad, the challenges of raising a family away from home, and
Cool Beans Pod Episode #47 - Pedro Palha
✈️ From the control room to the podcast mic! 🎙️Meet Pedro Palha — a Porto native 🇵🇹 and Traffic Control Officer based in Porto, bringing a fascinating behind-the-scenes perspective on life in aviation. ✈️In this chat, we talk about the realities of the job — stress, training, responsibility, and staying focused when the pressure is on. 🧠🎧 We also explore the incredible joys ✨ and very real dangers
Cool Beans Pod Episode #46 - Tommy Luther Hughes
Big Production and Porto🎭 Tommy Luther Hughes has lived a life in movement — but Porto has always been home. 🇵🇹❤️Trained at LAMDA, Tommy began his career in London before becoming the original title role in the National Theatre’s War Horse, one of the most successful productions in its history. His extraordinary journey has taken him from theatre and opera to film, television, puppetry and music —
Cool Beans Pod Episode #45 - Josué Ferreira
☕📖 Josué Ferreira Returns to the Cool Beans Pod! 🎙️✨Josué Ferreira is back on the Cool Beans Pod for a fascinating deep dive into the Book of Job — one of the oldest and most intriguing books of the Bible. 🙏📜Where did Job come from? 🤔 What is the deeper meaning behind this ancient story of suffering, faith, justice, and God? And perhaps most importantly — what can the Book of Job teach us in the 2
Cool Beans Pod Episode #44 - Kim Van Craeynest
🇵🇹🎙️ Episode Spotlight: Kim Van CraeynestWhy Porto? Why invest here? And what makes Northern Portugal such a special place to call home? 🏡🍷🌊In Episode #44 of the Cool Beans Pod, we’re joined by Kim Van Craeynest, relocation specialist and the woman behind Porto.withkim.Kim helps expat families navigate their move to Portugal with personalised relocation support, local knowledge and guidance as the
Cool Beans Pod Episode #43 - Maryia Hurevich
🎙️ Episode SpotlightMaryia is a psychotherapist and founder of MaryiaMindCare, a private practice in Porto offering psychotherapy in English.In this episode, we explore what it really means to feel safe in therapy, why our thoughts aren't always facts, and how therapy can help us better understand ourselves with compassion rather than judgment.✨ We also discuss:🧠 Thought traps and limiting bel
Cool Beans Pod Episode #42 - João Reis
🌟 Episode Spotlight🎙️ This week, I'm joined by Portuguese writer and literary translator João Reis for a fascinating conversation on language, literature, and the future of creativity.We discuss:📖 Learning languages and how they shape the way we think.🤖 The rise of AI and its impact on translation—can technology really replace human translators?✍️ Writing across different languages and cultures.🌍
Cool Beans Pod Episode #41 - Fátima Ribeiro
Episode Spotlight: 🌍✈️ Fátima Ribeiro is the founder of FR Travel and the driving force behind Altiora, creating bespoke travel experiences and curated tours across the globe. With over 20 years in the travel industry, she combines expert knowledge with trusted international connections to craft unforgettable journeys.🎙️ Fátima is an engaging guest, sharing insights into the joys and challenges of
Cool Beans Pod Episode #40 - João Portas (Co-founder of SirTile®)
🎙️ João Portas is the co-founder of SirTile®, a Portuguese sock brand inspired by the timeless beauty of Portugal's iconic ceramic tiles. 🇵🇹🧦 With a deep passion for socks as more than just an everyday essential, João believes they are a subtle yet powerful way to express personality, creativity, and individuality. This vision became the foundation for SirTile®.❤️ Together with his wife and co
Cool Beans Pod Episode #39 - Sharon Jemima Crew
🎙️ This week on the podcast, we're joined by Sharon Jemima Crew — a fine art–trained artist who has called Porto home for more than a decade. 🇵🇹🎨Sharon creates beautifully hand-illustrated maps, walking guides, and art prints that reveal the Porto most visitors never discover. From hidden cemeteries 🪦 and forgotten alleyways to quirky junk shops 🏺 that don't even appear on Google Maps, her
Cool Beans Pod Episode #38 - Nuno André Oliveira Marques dos Santos (Nelo Mar Kayaks)
🎙️ Podcast Episode: Nuno André Oliveira Marques dos Santos & the Nelo Story 🚣♂️🏅In this episode, we sit down with Nuno André Oliveira Marques dos Santos, General Director of Nelo MAR Kayaks, one of the most influential companies in global paddlesports.Born in Porto on December 17, 1976, Nuno holds a degree in Economics from the University of Porto School of Economics and Management. He began
Cool Beans Pod Episode # 37 - stories.of.the.ghost
🎙️👻 Stories of the Ghost – Porto Walking Tours | Dark Side of PortugalA new voice joins the shadows...In this episode, we're delighted to welcome Rosaria Ribeiro as our new co-host, helping guide us through the mysteries, legends, and darker corners of Portugal's past. 🕯️🇵🇹And this episode comes with an unexpected twist... 👀The Ghost itself sent us answers to some of our questions. What di
Cool Beans Pod Episode #36 - Ana Carina Soares
☕🎙️ This week on the Cool Beans Pod: Ana Carina SoaresBy day, Ana is a dedicated 👩⚕️ nurse. In October 2025, alongside her husband, she opened Magnolia Coffee Leça in 📍Leça da Palmeira, Porto — a welcoming café serving 🍽️ daily meals, 🍰 homemade cakes, and 🇵🇹 Portuguese treats with a modern continental twist.Running a thriving coffee shop while working full-time in healthcare is no small feat. An
Cool Beans Pod Episode #35 - Mark de Stadler
🎙️ Podcast Episode Spotlight: What happens when a South African takes the grit, warmth, and straight-talking honesty we're known for and uses it to help leaders around the world find their voice? 🌍Join us for an inspiring conversation with Mark de Stadler, a proud Saffa making an impact on the global stage. Now living in Porto, Portugal with his wife and business partner, Sandy ❤️. Mark co-fou
Cool Beans Pod Episode #34 - Lysa Fedtke
🎙️☕ Cool Beans Pod – Lysa Fedtke 🇩🇪🔥In this episode of Cool Beans Pod, we sit down with Lysa Fedtke — German trainer, translator, and proofreader — to unpack the real reason so many people struggle to speak German confidently in everyday life.After years of teaching students from around the world, Lysa noticed the same pattern over and over again: people understand the language, know the vocabular
Cool Bean Pod Episode #33 - Marta Pinto
🎙️ On this episode of the Cool Beans Pod, we sat down with Marta Pinto — founder of AI Goes to School, educator, researcher, and at heart, an art teacher exploring the human side of technology 🎨🤖With a PhD in Multimedia in Education and more than 20 years working across learning, technology, and teacher development, Marta shared thoughtful insights on how schools can approach AI with curiosity, et
Cool Beans Pod Episode #32 - Filipe Josué
🔬➡️🤖➡️📈 From science labs to boardroom strategy — meet Filipe.After a decade in London working across biology and robotics, Filipe pivoted into the world of strategy and consulting, where he now operates at the cutting edge of business and technology. Over the last 10 years, he’s helped organisations navigate growth, transformation, and the ever-evolving impact of AI — not just on processes, but o
Cool Beans Pod Episode #31 - Pedro Maçana (Co-Founder of Wayz)
From Porto to Europe — building a sneaker brand with purpose 👟🇵🇹On this episode, we sit down with Pedro Maçana, co-founder of Wayz (alongside Daniel Gonçalves), the Portuguese sneaker brand born in 2019 with a bold mission: 100% designed and crafted in Portugal.What started as a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo quickly turned into a movement — with their first pairs shipped by the end of 2019 an
Cool Beans Pod Episode #30 - Prof. Alexandre Quintanilha
🎙️ Cool Beans Pod — Episode SpotlightProfessor Alexandre QuintanilhaIn this episode of Cool Beans, Gary chats with Professor Alexandre Quintanilha — one of Portugal’s most respected scientists and thinkers — about curiosity, education, risk, and how ideas travel from classrooms into real life.Alexandre began his academic journey studying Theoretical Physics at the University of the Witwatersrand i
Cool Beans Pod Episode # 29 - Kevin E. Young
🎙️ Designing a New Life: From LA to Porto with Kevin E. YoungKevin E. Young is an American interior designer who now calls Bomfim, Porto home 🇵🇹. In this episode, we chat about housing in Portugal, what it’s really like to move abroad, and why he left Los Angeles to challenge himself in a more frugal, creative environment ✈️🏡.Kevin dives into the practical side of home design, sharing insights fro
Cool Beans Pod Episode #28 - Carla Hooley
🎙️ Podcast Spotlight: Carla HooleyIn this episode, Carla Hooley joins us to unpack the real-world challenges and exciting opportunities of online teaching 🌍💻. From navigating ever-evolving tech to prioritising mental health and resilience, she shares what it truly takes to thrive in a digital learning space.Carla also reflects on working across diverse cultures and organisations, and how stepping
Cool Beans Pod Episode #27 - Richard Zimler
🎙️ Podcast Episode: Richard Zimler in Porto📚 In this episode, we chat with acclaimed novelist Richard Zimler, an American-born author now living in the beautiful city of Porto, Portugal.✨ We explore some of his best-known books, including:The Last Kabbalist of LisbonThe Warsaw AnagramsThe Gospel According to Lazarus💬 Our conversation dives into:Feminism and the strong, complex voices in his writin
Cool Beans Pod Episode #26 - Bernardo Pinho do Aguiar
🎙️ Podcast Episode: Driving the Green Transition with Bernardo Pinho do AguiarIn this episode, we’re joined by Bernardo Aguiar, Senior Asset Manager at EDP Renewables, who brings over two decades of experience in the energy sector. Drawing on his background in electrotechnical engineering and an MBA in management, Bernardo offers a thoughtful perspective on the evolution of clean energy and the pi
Cool Beans Pod Episode #25 - Pedro Teixeira (Moka Coffee)
On this episode of The Cool Beans Pod 🎙️☕, we head to the Matosinhos beach front to sit down with Pedro Teixeira, co-founder of Moka Coffee, a standout spot redefining the local coffee scene alongside his wife, Angela Silva.
We dive deep into all things coffee ☕🔥 — from the best ways to prepare the perfect cup to exploring different beans and what makes each one unique. Pedro shares his passion fo
Cool Beans Pod Episode #24 - Ricardo Nascimento
🎙️ Podcast Guest: Ricardo Nascimento
In this episode we sit down with Ricardo, Sales Director at Devoteam, where he works with organisations across Europe on data, cloud, and emerging technology solutions.
With a background spanning computer science, project management, and enterprise management, Ricardo studied at Universidade Nova de Lisboa and ISEG – Lisbon School of Economics & Management,
Cool Beans Pod Episode #23 - Mark Hooley
🎙️ Podcast Guest: Mark Hooley
Mark Hooley is an international educator, education leader, and Founder of GOER - Global Online Education Regulator, a global initiative dedicated to raising standards, trust, and accountability in online learning. 🌍
In this episode, Mark explores what it means to be a true teacher — someone who leads with empathy, curiosity, and a genuine passion for students. Drawin
Cool Beans Pod Episode #22 - Gaspar Ferreira
🎙️ Podcast Spotlight: Gaspar Ferreira
Gaspar Ferreira is a psychologist working at the intersection of leadership, performance, education and cultural integration in Portugal.
🔗 Connect with him on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gasparferreira22/
🧠 About Gaspar
Gaspar is a Portuguese psychologist focused on performance psychology, leadership development and mental health. He is actively inv
Cool Beans Pod Episode #21 - Josué Ferreira
🎧 Episode Spotlight: The Return of Josué Ferreira — Deep Dive into the Book of Enoch & the Wicked Bible! ✝️📖
He’s back! We’re joined once again by the ever-inspiring Josué Ferreira — preacher, gifted musician 🎶, teacher of the Word, and a powerful voice in Christian thought. This week Josué unpacks two fascinating topics: the ancient Book of Enoch 👼✨ and the notorious Wicked Bible 🕯️📜 — what t
Cool Beans Pod Episode #20 - Cindy Shapiro
🎙️ Podcast Guest Spotlight: Cindy Shapiro
🎼 Composer • ✍️ Librettist • 💻 Technologist • 🎭 Artist-in-Residence
Meet Cindy Shapiro—a multi-faceted artist originally from the US, now creating and performing 🌍 globally and based in 🇵🇹 Porto, Portugal.
She bridges 🎭 immersive theatre, 🎶 opera, 🎮 interactive media, and 🕹️ video games with her bold, genre-defying music—blending storytelling, technology,
Cool Beans Pod Episode # 19 - David Moreira
🎙️ Podcast Spotlight: David Moreira
In this episode, we speak with David Moreira — DJ, author and educator — about history, colonisation and contested memory.
Born in Porto in 1993, David holds a Master’s in History of International Relations from the London School of Economics, and a degree from Università Bocconi in International Economics, Management and Finance. He has taught Economics in Port
Cool Beans Pod Episode #18 - Dr Catarina Parada
🎙️ Podcast Spotlight: Catarina Parada ✨🦷
Meet Dr. Catarina Parada, a dentist based in Matosinhos, Portugal 🇵🇹, specialising in aesthetic dentistry and helping patients feel confident through beautiful, natural-looking smiles.
Catarina works at Avenida Dental Clinic – Matosinhos, where she focuses on personalised, modern treatments designed to enhance both oral health and smile aesthetics. 🌟
🔗 Conn
Cool Beans Pod Episode #17 - Dr. Elena Molinos
🎙️ Cool Beans Pod | Dr. Elena Molinos
🩺 In this episode of the Cool Beans Pod, we sit down with Dr. Elena Molinos, an intensive care physician at Hospital Pedro Hispano in Porto, Portugal. 🇵🇹
Originally from Spain 🇪🇸 and living in Portugal for over 20 years, Dr. Molinos is a true public healthcare provider with a deep passion for patient care.
💬 She speaks openly and candidly about the challenges
Cool Beans Pod Episode #16 - Tim Vieira
Cool Beans Pod: Tim Vieira – the serial entrepreneur who built empires from Angola to Portugal, now leading the revolution in education as Founder & CEO of Brave Generation Academy! 🇿🇦➡️🇵🇹 South African-born, Portuguese-rooted powerhouse, epic car & arcade collector at Tim's Garage 🎮🚗, Christian optimist, and fierce believer in slashing bureaucracy, sparking innovation, and giving back ten
Cool Beans Pod Episode #15 - Paulo Cordeiro Salgado
🎙️ PAULO CORDEIRO SALGADO - author
🎖️ From colonial war to global health missions
🏥 Hospital leader with stories from Portugal, Guinea-Bissau & Angola
🎓 Lawyer, hospital management expert
✍️ Writer of fiction, children’s tales & sharp reflections
🗞️ Where medicine, history, and storytelling collide
📚 Books by Paulo Cordeiro Salgado
Guiné: Crónicas de Guerra e Amor (Guinea: Chronicles of
Cool Beans Pod Episode #14 - Purvi Shroff
🎙️ Cool Beans Pod | Guest: Purvi Shroff
In this episode of the Cool Beans Pod, we sit down with Purvi Shroff, Director of Alumni Leadership & Career Development at Teach For Portugal, to talk all things education equity, teaching, and systems change 🌍📚
Purvi brings a truly global perspective, having worked across the Teach For network in India, the UK, and now Portugal. She shares honest insig
Cool Beans Pod Episode #13 - Chris Tully (15 COFFEES)
Discover Chris Tully ☕🇨🇦→🇵🇹 This friendly Canadian expat living in beautiful Porto, Portugal, has a heartwarming habit: buying coffee for strangers just to listen to their amazing life stories!
Chris is all about building real connections, meeting new people, and celebrating the unique tales we all carry.
Check him out on Instagram and Facebook for more glimpses into his adventures and the inspiri
Cool Beans Pod Episode #12 - Josué Ferreira
🎙️ Josué Ferreira | Music, Faith & Education in Portugal
🎵🎸 Musician & Music Teacher
🧠 Registered Psychologist
✝️ Pastor & Gospel Advocate
👨👩👧👦 Family Man | 📍 Porto, Portugal
Josué Ferreira is a Porto native, devoted family man, registered psychologist, music teacher, and pastor at Igreja de Cristo Evangélica Carismática (ICEC). A gifted multi-instrumentalist, Josué shares a deep lo
Cool Beans Pod Episode #11 - Mary Wilson
🎙️☕ Cool Beans Pod — Episode 11: Mary Wilson (Exuberant Chaos) 🌍🇨🇦➡️🇵🇹
In Episode 11 of Cool Beans Pod, we chat with Mary Wilson, a Canadian native now living in Matosinhos, Portugal🌊. After a career in project management, Mary made a bold shift into the NGO world, founding Exuberant Chaos — a community-driven organisation rooted in creativity, inclusion, and social impact 🎨🤝. She shares what insp
Cool Beans Pod Episode #10 - John Lambe
💥 Cool Beans Pod — Featuring John Lambe 🔦
In this episode, I sit down with John Lambe, an Irish tech founder now living in Porto. We shine a spotlight on his journey building and selling companies, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
🤖 AI: Challenges, Opportunities & the Changing World of Work
John breaks down the practical challenges of AI — from data issues to transparency and rapid
Cool Beans Pod Episode #9 - Vitor Moreira (CIFA Director)
🎙️ Episode Spotlight — Mystery Skies: CIFA & (UAPs) UFOs Over Portugal!
In this episode, we welcome Vitor Moreira, director of the Center for Aerospace Phenomena Investigation (CIFA) in Vila do Conde. A dedicated UAP investigator since 1976, Vitor brings decades of experience, curiosity, and sky-watching expertise 🛸✨ — but he stays surprisingly coy about certain details, offering just enough t
Cool Beans Pod Episode # 8 - Carlos and Helena Branco
Carlos and Helena Branco (Villa das Eiras)
Meet two brave souls who decided that the German corporate rat race was not the path to fulfilment — so they tore up the rulebook, packed their lives, and followed a deeper calling all the way to Gaia, Portugal. 🇩🇪➡️🇵🇹
Now, they're building something extraordinary: a Quantum Healing & Spirituality Retreat Centre (Villa das Eiras) designed to nurture
Cool Beans Pod Episode # 7 - Oleksii & Iryna Korkushko
🎙️ Episode Spotlight: The Cool Beans Pod ☕🇺🇦✨
Meet the unstoppable Oleksii & Iryna Korkushko 🔥 Ukrainian entrepreneurs, influencers, and proud parents who built an incredible life in Leça da Palmeira, Porto, Portugal! 🌊🏖️
In this episode, the couple opens up about:
Growing their blogging & brand promotion business 📸💼
Raising their daughter who’s already killing it in the modelling world 👑
Cool Beans Pod Episode #6 - Maria João V de Matos
🎙️ Episode Spotlight: Inside VDM Capital with Maria João Vieira de Matos 🌟
Join us as we dive deep with Maria João Vieira de Matos, board member of VDM Capital and daughter of founder Domingos Vieira de Matos! 👨👧👦 From powerhouse media empire Media Livre 📺📰 (magazines, TV channels, newspapers – check medialivre.pt) to sustainable giant Altri Group 🌳 (eucalyptus pulp production, proudly listed on
Cool Beans Pod Episode #5 - The von Bergs!
🌍✈️ Wonders & Wanderlust with the Von Bergs 🎙️
Hey adventure seekers! Join the Von Berg family – that fearless crew now living the dream in Porto, Portugal 🏠🇵🇹 – as they share how to chase the world’s greatest wonders with young kids in tow! 👨👩👧👦
From sunrise selfies at the Taj Mahal 🕌 to fairy-tale castles in Scotland 🏰, epic boat rides through emerald mountains ⛰️🚤, and palm-lined beaches
Cool Beans Pod Episode #4 - Michal Aviram
📺 From Netflix’s Fauda to Temporarily Dead and Munich Games, Michal Aviram has shaped some of the most gripping global TV.
🌍 Now living in Porto, Michal opens up about:
🔥 Turning raw ideas into global hits
💣 Building tension and truth into unforgettable characters
🎬 The real craft of story development — from spark to screen
✨ A rare, golden peek inside a top writer’s creative mind. Perfect for wri
Cool Beans Pod Episode #3 - Zonia Prinsloo
Meet Zonia, a passionate Hyrox athlete, teacher, mom, and wife from South Africa 🇿🇦. In this inspiring episode, she sits down with a high-performance athlete to explore the balance between competition, career, and family life — and what it takes to educate and motivate the next generation.
✝️ Child of God
👩🏫 Dedicated Teacher
💪 Group Fitness Instructor
🚴♀️ Spinning Coach
🇿🇦 South African - Livin
Cool Beans Pod Episode #1 Part 2 - Pedro Henriques
Listen to part 2 of my interview with Pedro Henriques the co-founder and CEO of Strongstep.
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Cool Beans Pod Episode #1 Part 1 - Pedro Henriques
🎙️ Pedro Henriques — Strongstep (Part 1 of 2)
In this episode, I speak with Pedro Henriques, CEO and founder of Strongstep, about innovation, leadership, and building better processes in tech. Pedro also shares his thoughts on educating children about online scams, artificial intelligence, and the importance of digital hygiene.
🌐 Website: www.strongstep.pt
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pedroch
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