Episode 1: Driving Tourism, Sustainability & Education with Dr. Amanda Templeton

In the debut episode of The Insightful Podcast, host Dr. Jeremy Fairley talks with Dr. Amanda “AJ” Templeton—educator, researcher, and tourism advocate—about driving change in hospitality. From launching a new hospitality minor at the University of Louisville to researching drive tourism, sustainability, and accessibility, AJ shares insights on bridging academia and industry, mentoring future leaders, and making destinations more inclusive. Whether you work in tourism or just love exploring new ideas in travel, this conversation offers fresh perspectives and practical inspiration for moving the industry forward.