In this episode, I talk about celebrating Halloween in Paris, dealing with company politics in the tour scene, and the ultimate adult horror story — trying to invest money as a U.S. citizen in France. Childhood memories meet expat red tape in one messy, magical October night.

In this episode, I start with a story that shook Paris — the robbery at the Louvre and the priceless art that went missing — and how it unexpectedly connects to my own life as a tour guide. From there, I dive into my evolving financial journey: shifting focus toward investing in the stock market to build a stronger foundation for the château dream. Between two countries with very different approaches to money, I’m learning what it really means to create value — in art, in finance, and in life.

In this episode, I share a shift in the château plan — one that’s not about giving up, but about getting smarter. After a conversation with a financial coach, I realized that before I can build my dream bed and breakfast, I need to build something even more important: financial independence. So for now, I’m focusing on investing, saving, and creating a stronger foundation for the future château. The dream is still alive — it’s just taking the scenic route.

This week, I share a story that felt like a breath of fresh country air. I was invited to spend a few days at a family friend’s farmhouse—a weekend filled with slow mornings, homemade meals, wine, and the kind of French countryside living that feeds the soul. It was the pause I didn’t know I needed and a reminder of why I’m chasing this dream in the first place. Somewhere between apple tartes and sunset walks, I found new inspiration… maybe the dream doesn’t start with a château after all, but with a barn.

In this episode, I share the ups and downs of the past week, from bizarre encounters on the job to much needed moments with friends, and even a classic struggle with the French postal service. To top it off, I received an unexpected invitation that might just shape what comes next.

In this episode, I open up about my childhood and the experiences that shaped me—from losing my mother to moving to the ranch with my grandparents. It wasn’t an easy road, but those challenges planted the seeds of strength, resilience, and hope that carries me forward today. The lessons my mother taught me, and the love I found in unexpected places, are all part of the foundation beneath this château dream.

In this episode, I dig into the financial realities behind turning a château dream into something real. From location and renovation costs to mortgages and the potential ways this kind of project could eventually support itself, I’m breaking down the numbers, the work involved, and the different paths forward. It’s not always glamorous, but it’s all part of building a dream brick by brick.

In this episode, I paint the picture of my château dream—the kind of place I hope to create in the French countryside. From mornings in the garden with fresh coffee to evenings filled with laughter and connection, I share what I imagine guests will experience and why this dream matters so deeply to me. My goal isn’t just to open a bed and breakfast, but to build a space where people can slow down, feel inspired, and be part of something unforgettable.

Step into a day in my life as a Paris tour guide while chasing the dream of owning a French château. From guiding curious travelers through the city’s hidden corners to balancing big ambitions, this episode gives you a glimpse behind the scenes of the journey.

Welcome to the very first episode of the podcast! I’m Ezrah—a former cattle rancher turned Paris tour guide with a big, beautiful dream: to create a château bed and breakfast in the French countryside. In this short intro, I’m sharing what this podcast is all about, why I’m starting it, and what you can expect as I document the messy, magical, and very real process of turning this dream into reality.

Thanks for being here—let’s build something amazing together.