Media in Minutes podcast features in-depth interviews with those who report on the world around us. They share everything from their favorite stories to what happened behind the lens and give us a glimpse into their world. With host Angela Tuell, this podcast is published every other week. Connect with us on Facebook @CommunicationsRedefined; Twitter @CommRedefined and Instagram @CommRedefined. To learn more, visit www.communicationsredefined.com. #PR, #Public Relations, #Media, #Journalists ...
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Step out of your comfort zone: how being brave can open you up to your dream world. Lisa Niver can show you how small steps can lead to big results She tackled her own fears and overcame her top 50 challenges before she turned 50. She and her guests will share tips, tricks and tools for how to be courageous in the world of travel, and how that will result in big changes in other areas of your life.
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Chasing Adventure: Travel Journalist Lisa Niver’s Global Odyssey on Communications Redefined by Angela Tuell
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35:09Thank you Angela Tuell for interviewing me on Communications Redefined: “Chasing Adventure: Travel Journalist Lisa Niver’s Global Odyssey” https://www.wesaidgotravel.com/communications-redefined/ Communications Refined https://communicationsredefined.com/chasing-adventure-travel-journalist-lisa-nivers-global-odyssey Welcome to Media in Minutes. Thi…
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SIDELINE SISTERS E86 Lisa Niver takes small steps toward feeling brave and finding joyhttps://youtu.be/hSqkVQsanlULisa Niver is a Telly Award-winning travel journalist, TV host, and author of the award-winning memoir Brave-ish: One Breakup, Six Continents, and Feeling Fearless After Fifty. She’s explored over 100 countries on all seven continents, …
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Beyond the Destination: How Travel Writing Can Change the World with Joe Sills
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32:37Send us a text Joe Sills never expected to become a travel writer. Growing up in a small town in West Tennessee surrounded by cotton fields and limited horizons, he couldn't imagine that the places he saw on Discovery Channel would one day become his workplace. After a winding path that included dropped college courses, pizza delivery and graphic d…
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Fearless After Fifty on Living Ageless & BOLD Podcast!
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37:51Fearless After Fifty on Living Ageless & BOLD Podcast! Just shy of her 50th birthday, Lisa Niver moved back in with her parents after leaving a toxic marriage. What felt like rock bottom at the time, was actually the beginning of an incredible journey that would span 102 countries across six continents!Lisa is an award-winning travel expert and one…
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BRAVE-ish at Torrance Library Torrance Library Summer Author Series July 19 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm PDT Level Up Your Life with Brave-ish Adventures North Torrance Library 3604 Artesia Blvd Torrance, CA 90504 https://lisaniver.com/event/torrance-library/ Join award-winning travel expert, journalist, and adventurer Lisa Niver for an inspiring talk about…
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The Long Game: Sustaining a Career in Sports Journalism with Ian Casselberry
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29:29Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to carve out a sustainable career in the ultra-competitive world of sports journalism? Yahoo Sports breaking news writer Ian Casselberry pulls back the curtain on his remarkable 15-year journey through some of sports media's biggest names. Casselberry's path defies conventional wisdom. Starting with a pers…
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Nissan Summit Travel Summit at Lake Arrowhead 2025
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33:43What a privilege to be part of the Nissan Summer Travel Summit at the beautiful Lake Arrowhead Resort & Spa — and to be included alongside such inspiring leaders in travel, community, finance, hospitality, communications, and automotive media. I drove up from Los Angeles in a Nissan Armada to join the summit as a featured travel expert, sharing my …
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Beyond the Headlines: Race and Equity Journalism in the Deep South with Adria Walker
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26:22Send us a text The power of storytelling lies not just in whose stories are told, but in who gets to tell them. For Adria Walker, a seventh-generation Mississippian and race and equity journalist for The Guardian, this understanding forms the foundation of her approach to reporting on Indigenous communities across the Deep South. Walker's journey b…
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Champagne and Tear Gas: Crafting Stories in Remote Corners with Mark Johanson
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25:57Send us a text Step into the world of global storytelling with Mark Johanson, an American journalist who's crafted a remarkable career from his base in Santiago, Chile. With bylines in National Geographic, Travel + Leisure, The Guardian and CNN, Mark takes us beyond the typical travel narrative to share how location, language and cultural immersion…
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From College Dreams to Global Bylines: Skye Sherman's Path as a Travel Journalist
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34:24Send us a text What happens when you tell your academic advisor you "just want to travel the world and get paid for it"? For Skye Sherman, it launched a successful career as a travel writer and journalist whose bylines appear in Travel + Leisure, Southern Living, US News and World Report and Palm Beach Illustrated. In this fascinating conversation,…
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Mud, Mosquitoes and Poison Ivy: The Life of Outdoor Travel Writer Pam LeBlanc
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23:17Send us a text Veteran journalist Pam LeBlanc takes us behind the scenes of her remarkable journey from newspaper columnist to freelance adventure writer in this captivating conversation about authentic outdoor storytelling and responsible tourism. After 32 years in newspapers, Pam made the leap to freelance writing in 2018, focusing exclusively on…
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Thank you to Giovanna Rossi for interviewing me on The Well Woman Show for NPR! 324: How To Be Brave With Lisa Niver – The Well Woman Show Giovanna Rossi interviewed me to discuss my book “Brave-ish: One Breakup, Six Continents and Feeling Fearless After Fifty” and “The transformative potential of embracing change. The importance of setting bold go…
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Travel Pulse's Brian Major takes us behind the scenes of Caribbean tourism reporting
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25:27Send us a text When Brian Major accidentally "fell into" travel journalism after covering home furnishings, he couldn't have imagined it would lead to a remarkable career spanning over two decades of Caribbean expertise. His journey from cruise editor to public relations director and back to journalism offers a fascinating window into how travel me…
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From Psychology Major to Global Wildlife Travel Writer & Photographer: Jessica Kelly's Unexpected Journey
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32:29Send us a text Ever wondered what it's like to lock eyes with a wild gorilla or swim alongside marine iguanas that snort salt to regulate their bodies? Jessica Kelly takes us behind the scenes of her fascinating career as a wildlife travel journalist and photographer, revealing how an unexpected path led her from psychology studies to documenting l…
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Finding Joy in Travel at Frequent Traveler University
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48:24I spoke at Frequent Traveler University Dallas 2025 on "Finding Joy in Travel: Beyond Points, Toward Purpose."Travel isn’t just about points and perks—it’s about finding joy, connection, and courage along the way. In my FTU talk, “Finding Joy in Travel,” I explore how meaningful exploration can transform not only 6where we go, but who we become. Ev…
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The Year That Changed Everything: Heather Greenwood Davis' Remarkable Travel Writing Journey
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35:41Send us a text What happens when a successful lawyer decides to follow her passion for storytelling and takes her family on a year-long journey around the world? Heather Greenwood Davis shares this remarkable story of transformation, revealing how visiting 29 countries across six continents with her husband and young sons forever changed their pers…
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BRAVE-ish speaker for Brandeis Spring Author Event
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25:09Thank you Brandeis University (BNCLA) Alumni in Los Angeles for including me in your Spring Author Event. I loved talking about my award winning memoir, BRAVE-ish!I was honored to speak along with Antoine Wilson and Laurie Stevens. Thank you to moderator Mitchell Schwartz. Thank you to Beverly for suggesting me to speak.Enjoy this video of my talk!…
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Tara Schuster Isn’t Afraid to Go There—And You’ll Be Glad She Did
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31:45Talking with Tara Schuster is like opening a book where every page feels somehow meant for you. And in this case, it was literally true—I wanted to ask her about nearly every chapter of her powerful, honest, and often hilarious books: Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies and Glow in the F*cking Dark. Every story she shares—whether it’s about healing fro…
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From National Broadcast News to Dream Travel Job: Clint Henderson with The Points Guy
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32:13Send us a text What happens when a veteran broadcast journalist with a passion for travel lands his dream job? Clint Henderson, Managing Editor at The Points Guy, takes us on a fascinating journey through his career transition from major news networks to the world of travel journalism. Having worked across ABC News, Fox, MSNBC and more, Clint bring…
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Leading the Way: An Antarctic Expedition with Ryan McDevitt on Quark Ultramarine
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12:52Leading the Way: An Antarctic Expedition with Ryan McDevitt on Quark Ultramarine When Ryan McDevitt first stepped aboard a Quark Expeditions voyage in 2017, it was as a guest looking for adventure. But somewhere between the icy waters, endless skies, and silent, snow-covered landscapes, something shifted. He was hooked—not just on Antarctica, but o…
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Beyond the Headlines: How Jessica Dickler Makes Financial News Personal
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24:01Send us a text What transforms a reluctant financial reporter into an award-winning personal finance journalist with nearly a decade at one of America's top business networks? For Jessica Dickler, CNBC's veteran personal finance writer, it was the seismic economic shift of the Great Recession that changed everything. "When the economy skidded and b…
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Soaring Above the Ice: Helicopter Adventures with Quark Expeditions
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15:35From Ship to Sky: Helicopter Landings and Flight-seeing with Quark Expeditions. Thank you to Quark Expeditions for making my dream of not only stepping on my seventh continent but also flying over the great white continent in a helicopter become a reality! Thank you to Sarah Zaubi for sharing about the incredible helicopter program onboard Quark Ul…
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Kayaking with Kelly in Antarctica on Quark Ultramarine
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14:54Paddling Adventures with Quark Expeditions https://www.quarkexpeditions.com/ Guests can explore Antarctica engine free by kayak or SUP —safe, guided, and unforgettable ways to connect with the ice, wildlife, and wonder of the White Continent. I loved being onboard Quark Ultramarine Jan 7-19 2025 for the Southern Expedition Crossing the Antarctic Ci…
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Chasing Adventure: Travel Journalist Lisa Niver's Global Odyssey
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35:04Send us a text Award-winning travel journalist Lisa Niver takes us behind the scenes of her remarkable career spanning all seven continents and more than 100 countries. With warmth and candor, she reveals how a former teacher and medical school student transformed personal hardship into a life of extraordinary adventure. Lisa's journey resembles a …
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Exploring Antarctica’s Penguins with Quark Expeditions
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17:30Quark Expeditions: Learning from Fabrice GenevoisI loved being onboard Quark Ultramarine Jan 7-19 2025 for the Southern Expedition Crossing the Antarctic Circle. One of the best parts of my ship experience were the incredible expert lectures. Fabrice taught us about the three types of penguins, their behavior and then was out in the colony sharing …
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Thank you to The Jet Set TV! I loved talking with Nikki Noya about my epic adventure to Antarctica with Quark Expeditions! It was incredible to step foot on my final continent.See more than 60 reels about my journey including hula-hooping south of the Antarctic circlehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv_jKkCiDQcTw0oS3dPpw_iX5PTVnpOG0See all my…
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From Food Blog to Award-Winning Travel Journalist: Gwen Pratesi's Story
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30:33Send us a text Award-winning travel writer Gwen Pratesi takes us on a remarkable journey of transformation from corporate professional to culinary explorer in this candid conversation about finding your calling through life's unexpected detours. When her husband was diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer in 2009, Gwen found inspiration in a Me…
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Zibby's Bookshop Author Event! Jennifer Lang x Lisa Niver
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46:10This is the livestream recording from Zibby's Bookshop Author Event with Jennifer Lang and Lisa Niver on March 26, 2025. Grateful to Zibby’s Bookshop for creating such a special space to celebrate books and conversations that matter! Zibby Owens, publisher, author and founder of the bookstore, was at our event and introduced us!EVENT INFO: Join us …
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Behind the Lens: Two+ decades at National Geographic with Amy Alipio
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32:23Send us a text What's it like to spend over two decades telling the world's most captivating travel stories? Amy Alipio's journey from aspiring journalist to managing editor of National Geographic Traveler offers rare insight into the ever-evolving world of travel journalism. Amy never expected to become a travel editor or to interview Dolly Parton…
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Are you ready to change your thinking and live Brave-ishly?Recording of the Adira Hadassah Be Your BRAVE-ish Self Brave-ish Birthday Book Event with Lisa Niverhttps://lisaniver.com/event/braveish-hadassah/"Ready to transform your mindset and embrace a Brave-ish life? Join us for an unforgettable evening with the inspiring and motivating award-winni…
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Adventurers' Club: Discover Your Brave-ish Spirit with Lisa Niver
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1:29:21Adventurers' Club: Discover Your Brave-ish Spirit with Lisa Niver THANK YOU to the Adventurers' Club and Phoebe for inviting me to speak on Galentine's Day. Enjoy this livestream from the event: "Join award-winning travel expert, journalist, and adventurer Lisa Niver for an inspiring talk about her journey through heartbreak, reinvention, and fearl…
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Journey from Investment Banking to Travel Writing: Sucheta Rawal's Inspiring Personal Story
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31:42Send us a text Join us in this episode as we talk with Sucheta Rawal, an award-winning South Asian travel writer who has journeyed through over 120 countries! Her compelling story begins in the world of investment banking, where she realized her passion for travel could lead to a fulfilling career in writing. She shares her surprising transition, e…
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From Aspiring Economist to Storyteller & Actor: Joanna Kalafatis on Cultural Immersion and Travel Writing
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29:30Send us a text What happens when a life-altering event redirects your career path? Joanna Kalafatis, a remarkable travel writer and actress, shares her transformative journey from aspiring economist to cultural storyteller. Raised between Greece and the United States, Joanna's unique perspective reshapes how she engages with the world, offering lis…
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Spectrum News: "Transforming Life for THE BETTER!"
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6:15Spectrum News: Transforming Life for THE BETTER!" Thank you to Catalina Villegas for interviewing me about my award-winning book, BRAVE-ish, and my recent adventures in Antarctica with Quark Expeditions! Lisa Niveron air Feb 1 2025
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Behind the Scenes at a Major News Network: Insights from Veteran Booking Producer Dan Holway
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22:19Send us a text Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a major news network? Veteran booking producer Dan Holway, with over 22 years at MSNBC, pulls back the curtain on the fast-paced and unpredictable world of booking guests for live television. From his unexpected entry into journalism as a Seton Hall University student to his current rol…
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Teen-Tested, Tech-Approved: My Genesis Road Trip to Death Valley on The Tech Show
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2:41Thanks to The Tech Show for having me! Host Sonya Gavankar leads this American television show, covering everything from the latest in tech news to apps, gadgets, and video games. I had a great time sharing my Death Valley road trip experience—an adventure in a high-tech Genesis G80 with my friend, who I worked with on cruise ships and scuba dived …
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🐾🌿 Explore Wild Ireland with Founder Killian McLaughlin! 🌿🐾
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8:26In this special Wild Ireland podcast episode, I follow Killian McLaughlin, the passionate founder of this incredible wildlife sanctuary, as he shares his 10-year journey to bring it to life. 🐺🦉 Now open for 5 years, Wild Ireland is a haven for wolves, bears, lynxes, and more, reconnecting Ireland with its untamed past. https://wildireland.org/Walki…
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From Chicago to Poynter: Neil Brown's Journey in Journalism and Media Innovation
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50:42Send us a text Renowned journalist Neil Brown joins us to share the journey that shaped his career, from his Chicago roots to becoming the president of the Poynter Institute. Neil's childhood, surrounded by the buzz of political activism and the Watergate hearings, ignited a lifelong passion for journalism. His path took him from Skokie, Illinois, …
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Travel Insights and Writing Tips: Moms Matter
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20:25"Travel Insights and Writing Tips From Award-winning Journalist Lisa Niver" I was invited to speak on Shirin Yadegar's TV program, "MOMS MATTER." Lisa Niver shares her travel experiences from 102 countries and discusses how travel influences her work. She offers tips for planning family trips and recounts her journey in writing her book, emphasizin…
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From Classroom to Control Room: Gary Bender's Journey in Sports Broadcasting
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26:30Send us a text How does one transition from a budding business student to a pivotal player in the world of broadcast journalism? Gary Bender shares his compelling journey, revealing how a struggle with mathematics redirected his path towards a thriving career behind the scenes in sports reporting. Gain insights into the evolution of his role from a…
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Ireland: Neville’s Stories at Giant’s Causeway
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8:07In October 2024, we embarked on an unforgettable journey through Ireland, exploring its breathtaking landscapes and uncovering its rich heritage. Along the way, we met incredible people whose stories brought the country’s magic to life. This special extra edition takes you to the iconic Giant’s Causeway, where we had the privilege of hearing Nevill…
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Exploring Authentic Travel Journalism with Robin Catalano: From Archaeology to Award-Winning Narratives
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26:18Send us a text Discover the captivating world of travel journalism with our esteemed guest, Robin Catalano, whose impressive portfolio includes features in The New York Times and National Geographic. Journey with us as Robin recounts her serendipitous path into journalism, from a childhood love for writing, sparked by her high school English teache…
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Holiday Travel Tip: Don't Get #Hangry, bring Welch's Fruit Snacks
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1:33Recently, I shared my Holiday Travel tips on multiple TV news programs across the country. TIP #1 Don't Get Hangry!! Bring Welch’s Fruit Snacks to make navigating holiday travel more enjoyable and less stressful. Learn more at https://www.wesaidgotravel.com/welchs-fruit-snacks/
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Celtic Charm: Fill Your Heart With Ireland on The Jet Set TV
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23:59Celtic Charm: Fill Your Heart With Ireland on The Jet Set TV Join our Jet Set correspondent Lisa Niver as she explores the rich tapestry of Ireland, from its ancient monuments and dramatic landscapes to its vibrant culture and luxurious experiences. Whether exploring historic castles, savoring local flavors, or immersing in traditional music and da…
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Empowering Voices: Arianna Cruz on Building MORE Magazine
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18:30Send us a text Ever wonder how a publication can not only inform but inspire and activate its readers? Arianna Cruz, the visionary founder of MORE Magazine, joins us to unravel that very magic. Arianna's journey from an idea sparked in a shelter in Indianapolis to building a dynamic media company is nothing short of inspiring. With her background i…
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Sustainable Adventures with Travel Writer Elissa Garay
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34:11Send us a text Join us for an engaging conversation with Elissa Garay, a distinguished travel and lifestyle writer whose career has spanned over twenty years. From her earliest days of storytelling to her transformative college experiences in Europe, Elissa opens up about her journey that combines her passion for writing and her love for travel. Sh…
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BRAVE-ish book talk by Lisa Niver and Chris Palmeri at Zibbys Bookshop
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43:50Lisa Niver and Chris Palmeri on Oct 14 2023 at Zibbys Bookshop Author Talk Brave-ishI am deeply grateful to have had such an incredible book event at Zibby's Bookshop. It was beyond my wildest dreams to have so many friends and family show up to support me in person that day and to represent all the countless emails, events and hugs that led up to …
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From Midwest Roots to Global Adventures: Rachel Rudwall's Journey in Travel Storytelling
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42:34Send us a text Rachel Rudwall, a prolific travel producer and writer, takes us on a journey from her Midwest roots to the bustling world of media production in Los Angeles. Her story begins with a deep fascination for international studies and foreign languages, which led her to explore media as a powerful tool for connecting people and demystifyin…
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Eugene Obah: Broadcast News Professional, Filmmaker and Content Creator
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30:33Send us a text In today’s episode, Eugene discusses his early interest in journalism, influenced by his family’s nightly news viewing habits and his high school newspaper involvement. He details his career at RT America and T&R Productions and shares about his freelancing for Bloomberg. As co-founder of Common Sense Entertainment, Eugene produces s…
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How Alex Jimenez Transformed Her Passion into a Thriving Travel Community
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35:02Join Lisa Niver as she sits down with Alex Jimenez, the visionary behind Travel Fashion Girl and Women’s Travel Fest. Alex opens up about her remarkable journey from a corporate fashion career to becoming a leading voice in travel, the challenges of balancing multiple roles, and the importance of community in overcoming obstacles. Discover how Alex…
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