Building Connections: Travel Stories & Community Vibes

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Marilyn Ball, a seasoned traveler and podcaster, joins us in this lively chat where we dig deep into the world of travel, community, and connection. With a rich background in marketing and a heart for storytelling, Marilyn shares her experiences from her podcast, 'Speaking of Travel', which has been running for years, bringing listeners stories from across the globe. We dive into how traveling can still happen in these times of social distancing and what it means to build communities through shared experiences. From her own family adventures to the importance of understanding different cultures, Marilyn emphasizes that travel isn't just about the places we go, but the people we meet. She offers practical advice on how to safely explore new destinations while respecting personal comfort levels during this pandemic. This episode is packed with warmth, humor, and a reminder that even in challenging times, the spirit of adventure and connection thrives.

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Marilyn Ball is the founder of 12Twelve Collaborative Solutions with 25+ years of marketing and communication experience in the tourism, economic development, hospitality and micro-enterprise industries. She is also the host of SPEAKING OF TRAVEL, an iHeart Radio show and global podcast. She is passionate about travel. She is passionate about community. She is passionate about collaboration. Our conversation was about Speaking of Travel and how she got started. She spoke about how important a sense of community is to her and how travel breaks down barriers of stereotypes and builds friendships. We also learned about 2 other podcasts Marilyn is working on. One is a podcast with her granddaughter REAL KIDS, REAL STORIES, and the other is a platform for vets who are using writing as a tool for healing. It is called BROTHERS AND SISTERS LIKE THESE. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wendy-green9/support

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