{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Coworking Values Podcast","title":"Revitalising Rural Life: Sustainable Co-Living & coworking with Miguel Lucea","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/8b443da9\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1927,"description":"In this episode, we interview Miguel Lucea, the visionary behind Sojuela Joven, the first rural co-living space in La Rioja, Spain. Miguel shares his journey and the transformative impact of rural co-living on local economies and cultural landscapes. Discover how digital nomads and entrepreneurs revitalise small towns, create meaningful connections, and contribute to community growth. This conversation illuminates rural areas' potential to offer a high-quality, fulfilling lifestyle beyond big cities' allure.Timeline Summary* [01:20] - Miguel Lucea introduces Sojuela Joven, the first rural co-living in La Rioja, Spain.* [02:12] - Discussion on the rapid impact of co-living on local economies and cultural dynamics.* [04:17] - Average stay duration and the goal of fostering long-term community engagement.* [05:23] - The role of regional government support and public funding in the project.* [06:55] - The longstanding issue of rural depopulation and its historical context.* [09:20] - Miguel’s connection to rural life through his grandparents' agricultural background.* [10:01] - The shift from rural to urban life across generations and the decision to return.* [12:02] - The appeal of rural living post-COVID and the advantages of remote work.* [13:22] - Quality of life in rural areas versus the perceived benefits of urban living.* [17:12] - Miguel’s career path from academia to founding Sojuela Joven.* [22:09] - The importance of genuine human connections in the digital age.* [24:47] - The future of rural co-living and its potential to drive regional development.* [28:43] - Ideal candidates for Sojuela Joven and the community-oriented lifestyle offered.Links & Resources* Sojuela Joven Co-living: Sojuela Joven Website* Connect with Miguel Lucea on LinkedIn* Connect with Bernie on LinkedIn* Join the 7k people in the LinkedIn Coworking Group* Rural Coworking Project by European Coworking Assembly * Maria do Ceu Bastos, co-founder of Nowheredesk * London Coworking Assembly...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/WIBJeL0fXbpb8oNZHEtSu5qeC3870OdCYV3XNCIVY1M/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yZTBm/NGQ1N2YzYTcyNmE3/NTc2ZmU5NTBlYmNj/OTEwOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}