TWE 374: Turning Discouragement into Empowerment Through Travel with Riza Rasco

Guest host Laurie McAndish King talks with Riza Rasco, an academic and scientist who reinvented herself as an intrepid world explorer—visiting all 203 countries in the world and multiple territories. In this inspiring episode, Riza shares how travel helped her transform discouragement into empowerment, beginning with a nine-month overland journey across Africa that reshaped her sense of courage, resilience, and purpose. Now the founder of Explore Africa for Impact, Riza explores how travel can foster personal renewal while also creating meaningful, community-based change. She also offers practical wisdom for women interested in solo travel, cultural immersion, and traveling with intention. Her new memoir, The World Is My Mirror, tells the story of a journey rooted in service, connection, and discovery. A must-listen for adventurous women, world travelers, and anyone seeking inspiration through travel. ========================================== Learn More about The Women's Eye Online Magazine and Podcast: Website: https://www.thewomenseye.com/ ========================================== Subscribe to The Women's Eye YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWomensEye ========================================== Learn More About Riza Rasco Website: https://rizarasco.com/ Learn More About Host Laurie McAndish King: https://laurieking.com/ ========================================== The Women's Eye Books: 1. 20 Women Changemakers: https://amzn.to/306MAce 2. 20 Women Storytellers: https://amzn.to/3pohetF ========================================== Connect with Us: Get the Latest Updates from The Women's Eye: https://www.thewomenseye.com/subscribe/ LIKE The Women's Eye on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensEye/ FOLLOW The Women's Eye on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thewomenseye/ FOLLOW MORE on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenseye/ ========================================== Disclaimer: Links in the description are typically affiliate links that let you help support the channel at no extra cost. ==========================================