Best Map Hackers Podcasts (2025)

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Canadians Just Aren't California Dreamin' These Days 10:57

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Calllllll-i-forrrrr-nia... here we come? If you've changed your plans to visit the US recently, you're not alone. Nowadays, Canadians are more likely to be singing along to "Bobcaygeon" than "Sweet Home Alabama." Today, we're sitting down with Jane Lin, of the Tourism Statistics Program at Statistics Canada, to dig into StatCan's tourism data and t…

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We Review Ed Sheeran Meat Probes & AF Beer 35:43

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🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t help you cook a steak perfectly, but might help you emotionally prepare for the Naked Gun reboot. 👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed - in the Patreon ep this week we review... HORSES! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they once again dive headfirst into life’s strang…

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What’s the Story? We review Oasis, Petrol and Matchday Programmes 36:58

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🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t solve the cost of fuel or band reunions, but might help you complain about both more effectively. 👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they continue their mission to overanalyse life’s smaller absurdities. Whether it's music nostalgia,…

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We review bins, maps and boxes of cereal 43:00

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t fix your bin day confusion, but might make you feel better about missing it. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they unpack life’s everyday nonsense — from confusing maps to breakfast nostalgia and the unstoppable chaos of school hol…

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A Tariff on Both Your Houses 14:02

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Two countries, both alike in dignity, In North America, where we lay our scene, From ancient friendship break to new trade tragedy, Of data on trade and tariffs, what might we glean? Join us as we speak with Guy Gellatly, Chief Economic Advisor, at Statistics Canada, as we explore what’s been going on with trade with our closest neighbour, what the…

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Samba Snacks, Sharp Knives and Stodgy Tennis 38:01

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t fix your commute or your snack cravings, but might make you feel better about both. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they bravely wade through life’s small irritations, questionable food choices and disappointing sporting moments. …

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Robots, Rail Fines & Random Docs 39:03

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t solve your problems, but might convince you not to jump the ticket barriers. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they pick apart life’s smallest dramas and biggest nonsense. From everyday crimes (sort of) to new gadgets nobody asked f…

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We Review Department Q, Picky Bits and Raspberries 36:56

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t fix your life, but might help you pick the best bits from a buffet. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dig into the gloriously random corners of everyday life – from the TV shows they binge, to the snacks they inhale, to the str…

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Helicopters, Horror and a Very Big Lunch 37:23

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t change your life, but might make you question that third lunch course. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they enthusiastically overthink the unimportant, mildly analyse the ridiculous, and offer unsolicited opinions on whatever’s in…

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We Review Hotel TVs and wearing shorts to work 35:39

2M ago35:39

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t tell you how to live, but might gently suggest you rethink your legwear choices. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dissect life’s smaller dilemmas and overlooked moments with unearned confidence and questionable logic. From lis…

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We Have Questions About Dry Cleaning 42:35

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🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that offers no qualifications, just opinions. Often unrequested. Occasionally useful. 👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they wade through the weird, the mundane, and the unexpectedly profound. Each week, they pick apart life’s smaller moments …

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We review Lilo and Stitch, Paddle Boarding and Farm Shops 39:36

2M ago39:36

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t blow your mind, but might make you think twice about pick’n’mix strategy. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dive into life’s deeply unimportant but strangely compelling topics. Whether it’s something from their week, the news, …

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A Waxed Nose Explosion 41:56

3M ago41:56

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👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t change your life, but might help you avoid a scam or at least rethink your grooming routine. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they heroically overanalyse the random chaos of their lives, the world, and your suggestions. From what’s…

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Sour Grapes, Soggy Clothes and Showering with your Colleagues 39:50

3M ago39:50

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🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed – there’s an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as …

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We Review Chilli Oil, Royal Warrants, The Studio and Birthdays 39:01

3M ago39:01

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🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed – there’s an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as …

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Losing Our Religion? It's Not That Simple 38:24

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Is that Canada in the corner? In the spotlight? Are we losing our religion? The census found that 12.6 million people reported no religious affiliation in 2021, more than 1/3 of Canada's population. But is there more to the picture? With guests Simon-Pierre Lacasse, Senior Analyst at StatCan, and Sarah Wilkins-Laflamme, Associate Professor at the U…

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Mulled Wine & Map Pins: Planning Our Christmas Market Adventures 38:58

3M ago38:58

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Today on Travel Chat: Ashley and Emily are finally making a dream come true—their ultimate bestie trip to the European Christmas Markets! 🎄✨ After years of dreaming and scheming, it’s really happening, and they couldn’t be more excited. In this episode, they dive into their wishlist itinerary, chat about the charming cities they hope to visit, and …

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Is it ok to play your music in public? We decide 34:04

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🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed – there’s an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as …

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Ashley’s Finally Making Her Move! 54:35

4M ago54:35

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This week on Travel Chat with Ashley and Emily, things get personal—and a little wild! After chatting about it forever, Ashley is finally taking the plunge: she’s making a major move and starting fresh in a brand-new city. Tune in to hear where she's headed and why now felt like the perfect time to take the leap. She also shares how she’s designing…

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We review Organised Fun, Portuguese Custard Tarts and Football 39:22

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🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed - there is an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as…

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Emily FINALLY Gets the HYPE About Hawaii 48:01

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**Thank you all for your patience and messages- the tech issues have been fixed! Enjoy the episode!** Ashley and Emily are back—and this time, they're talking all things HAWAII! 🌺🌴 As East Coasters, Hawaii hasn’t always been at the top of their travel list (so many closer bucket-list spots!). But when Emily flew out to visit a friend, everything ch…

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Travel Hacker is now Mildly Informed 1:57

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Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dive headfirst into the art of decision-making—whether it’s rating the latest TV shows, dissecting bizarre life choices, or tackling the dilemmas their listeners throw their way. No topic is too big, too small, or too ridiculous. Armed with personal experiences, the news of the week, and an inbox full of …

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The Grand Moratorium - Part Two! 29:01

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Part Two of this mini series starts pretty mundane, and then oh! Whoa!? Really?!? This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Grand Moratorium - Part One! 34:13

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It’s a special mini-series and Richie has plans. Has he told Chris what they are? Obviously not. Is something odd happening? Feels like it. This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Elevated Disney: The Magic of Luxury, No Matter Your Budget 43:01

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Ashley and Emily wrap up their Disney interview series with the planDisney team, and this time, they’re diving into Ashley's personal favorite topic—luxury! While Ashley reigns as the queen of VIP tours, this episode reveals that luxury touches can be found throughout Disney, even at various price points, if you know where to look. This episode is …

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planDisney Reveals Secrets to Magical Family Vacations 47:28

5M ago47:28

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This week on Travel Chat with Ashley and Emily, the ladies are soaking in the magic at Disney during a special hosted stay. For the first time ever, they’re sitting down to do an exclusive interview for the podcast! Tune in as they chat with planDisney experts about all things family travel at Disney. With kids in tow on this trip, Ashley and Emily…

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What Does It Take to Exit Homelessness? 23:51

5M ago23:51

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What is it that helps someone transition from homeless to housed? We’re looking at new analysis of data from the Canadian Housing Survey to explore exactly that. In conversation with Peter Tilley, the CEO of the Ottawa Mission, and Jeff Randle, Chief of the Housing Need Project section at Statistics Canada, we’re asking why homelessness (and homele…

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VIP at the Most Magical Place on Earth + Our BIG SECRET 1:01:42

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Today on Travel Chat with Ashley and Emily, the ladies have some BIG NEWS! But...you'll have to tune into this episode to find out what it is. Trust us, it’s worth the wait. Before they dive into the big reveal, they are sharing all the details of Ashley’s recent trip to Disney, where she had the ultimate experience: a coveted 10-hour VIP tour! She…

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Why Customer Success Needs a Hospitality Mindset with Em Wingrove 49:40

6M ago49:40

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In this episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil sit down with Em Wingrove, Chief Experience Officer at Aptitude 8, to explore how customer success teams can apply a hospitality mindset to improve retention, build trust, and create effortless customer experiences. Highlights from the Episode: Why Customer Success Needs Hospitality – Em breaks…

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Welcome to Season 3 of Travel Chat! 50:17

6M ago50:17

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Welcome back to Travel Chat with Ashley and Emily for Season 3! This season promises to be bigger and better than ever, with tons of exciting updates, fresh adventures, and special announcements from your favorite hosts. Ashley and Emily are kicking things off by sharing some big life changes and personal updates, giving you a behind-the-scenes loo…

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Mapping Happiness: How Where We Live Impacts Our Well-Being 14:00

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It might not surprise you that your relationships with friends and family affect your well-being. Same with your health and your job. But what about the place where you live? Whether you live in the downtown core of a major city or a commuter town or a rural community, what impact does this have on your life satisfaction, loneliness and sense of be…

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Why Blaming Sales Doesn't Work: A Candid Chat with Arrows' Head of Sales, Grant Jones 38:07

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In this episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil are joined by Grant, Head of Sales at Arrows, for a candid discussion about the unique dynamics between sales and customer success teams—and why their differences actually make organizations stronger. Highlights from the Episode: Different Personalities, Different Roles: Explore why certain per…

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Ashley and Emily on Safari: Part 2 57:53

7M ago57:53

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In the second installment of their Kenyan safari, Ashley and Emily dive into all the nitty-gritty details of their incredible safari experience. From the thrill of spotting wildlife to the behind-the-scenes logistics, they share everything you’d want to know about the safari itself! What types of animals did they encounter? How did the safari drive…

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Ashley & Emily on Safari: Part 1 1:06:32

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In today’s episode of Travel Chat, Ashley and Emily share the unforgettable details of their bucket-list, luxury safari adventure in Kenya. In this first of a two-part series, they take you behind the scenes of Ashley’s wild journey to reach their hotel, which starts with a crazy experience at a Hyatt. Tune in to hear how Ashley’s famous sass got t…

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Twas the Night Before Christmas.... When This Episode Dropped: Catching Up, Life Updates & 2025 Plans 46:44

8M ago46:44

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On today’s episode of Travel Chat with Ashley and Emily, the girls are back for a long-overdue catch-up! In this special conversation, they reflect on the podcast highlights of 2024 and discuss some big changes happening within the podcast and beyond. Ashley and Emily dive into their plans for the future, exploring the directions they’re taking the…

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Stop Worrying About Overwhelming Customers During Onboarding with Matthew Ruxton 33:44

8M ago33:44

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In this episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil talk with Matthew Ruxton about his journey from implementation specialist to RevOps leader, challenging common misconceptions about customer onboarding along the way. Highlights from the Episode: The Overwhelm Myth: Matthew challenges the common fear of overwhelming customers and explains why u…

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The AI Wake-Up Call for Customer Success Teams with Daphne Costa Lopes 42:50

8M ago42:50

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In this episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil sit down with Daphne Costa Lopes, Global Director for Strategic Accounts at HubSpot, to explore how AI is reshaping customer success—and why now is the time for teams to adapt. Highlights from the Episode: Why Customer Success Teams Can’t Ignore AI: Daphne explains the risks of falling behind a…

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Rethinking the Role of Customer Success: A Radical Take 41:46

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In this episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil challenge the traditional structure of customer success (CS) teams. They discuss whether CS should remain tied to revenue-focused goals or shift closer to product development, potentially evolving into a "product success" function. This thought-provoking discussion dives into the challenges fac…

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Reducing Friction in Customer Onboarding with Ramli John 30:44

8M ago30:44

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In this episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil welcome their first guest, onboarding expert and author Ramli John. Together, they dive into the nuances of friction in onboarding and how internal misalignment often becomes the root cause of a disjointed customer experience. Highlights include: Why internal misalignment on onboarding goals an…

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Getting Leadership Buy-In: Proving the Value of Customer Onboarding 37:47

8M ago37:47

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In Episode 2 of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil tackle the critical challenge of securing leadership support for customer onboarding. They share strategies to communicate onboarding’s impact on business goals and offer insights into making the case for better investment and buy-in. Highlights include: Why onboarding is often undervalued by lead…

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In-App vs. Human-Led Onboarding: Striking the Right Balance 21:18

8M ago21:18

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In this episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil dive into a common debate in the onboarding world: Can in-app onboarding replace human-led onboarding? They explore the strengths and limitations of each approach and discuss how combining the two can create a more effective and scalable onboarding experience. Highlights include: Why some leade…

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Aligning Sales and Onboarding: Building Better Handoffs and Feedback Loops 38:22

8M ago38:22

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In the debut episode of Onboarding Therapy, Kim and Shareil explore the challenges of aligning sales and onboarding teams. They discuss common issues like mismatched incentives, misaligned goals, and poor handoff processes, all of which can impact the customer experience. Highlights include: Why sales and onboarding teams often feel at odds with ea…

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What is You Worst Travel Mistake? And MORE (AKA The WackADoodle Episode) 55:10

8M ago55:10

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This week on Travel Chat, Ashley and Emily are bringing you a truly unhinged episode that covers a little bit of everything! First, they tackle a hilarious and unexpected question that came up during the Travel Partner Game at TravelMore, which is essentially their version of the Newlywed Game—travel style! Get ready for some laughs as they answer …

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Can Your Business Outsmart a Hacker? 13:27

9M ago13:27

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Over two thirds (70%) of Canadians experienced a cyber security incident in 2022. The strategies used by bad actors are getting more and more complex. Many of us are inundated with what feels like never-ending phishing emails, scam text messages and fraudulent phone calls. It’s rare to talk to someone who hasn’t experienced some form of a cyber att…

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Emily's AMAZING Nomad Cruise Recap 43:37

9M ago43:37

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Today on Travel Chat with Ashley and Emily, we’re taking you on a journey back in time to Emily’s unforgettable experience on the Nomad Cruise! If you’ve ever wondered what life is like aboard this unique, travel-focused cruise for digital nomads, then this episode is a must-listen. Emily walks us through her incredible adventures, starting with he…

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TravelMore Con 2024 Recap! 53:02

9M ago53:02

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Ashley and Emily are BACK after taking a well-deserved break following TravelMore Con, and they’re ready to share all the exciting details! In this episode, they spill the tea on everything that went down over the weekend—from the incredible sessions to the unforgettable moments that made the conference such an amazing experience. Whether you misse…

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Hurricane Helene: The Aftermath Part 2 23:39

9M ago23:39

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Join the Travel Chat ladies as Ashley picks up where she left off last week, sharing the story of evacuating her Grandmother from Asheville to Dallas. This episode takes you through their last few weeks together, filled with ups, downs, and everything in between. As always, these ladies are open and candid, and this episode is no exception. They’re…

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Hurricane Helene: The Aftermath Part 1 36:04

10M ago36:04

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In this episode of Travel Chat, Ashley and Emily delve into the heartbreaking aftermath of Hurricane Helene, focusing on its devastating effects in Ashley’s hometown of Asheville. They discuss the profound impact of the storm on the community, including Ashley’s personal experience of returning home to find her childhood town transformed and her gr…

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The Value of Travel Conferences - Travel Creator Series Part 4 25:03

10M ago25:03

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In this episode, Emily concludes their four-part Travel Creator Series with an insightful solo discussion on the invaluable role of conferences and events for travel creators. Join Emily as she dives into the myriad opportunities these gatherings provide—from TravelCon to WITS to TravelMore (there are only a HANDFUL of tickets left to meet Ashley a…

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The Power of Products and Services- Travel Creator Series Part 3 35:20

10M ago35:20

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This week on Travel Chat, Ashley and Emily dive into the third episode of their Travel Creator Series. Last week, they explored making money through brand partnerships. This time, they focus on products and services—covering everything from digital offerings like guides and courses to services such as group trips and one-on-one consultations. Thoug…