Going/Steady

In which we discuss: -Re-entering society, post-vaccination. -What we learned and how we adapted (or not) over the past year. -Worrying about stuff. Of course. Come on girl Let’s sneak out of this party It’s getting boring There’s more to life than this By party, of course, we mean pandemic, and by sneak out, we … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 26: There’s More to Life Than This

It’s Part 2 of Kerri’s conversation with Joseph Dickerson, creator of Inspired Adventurist and CORA board member! (You can find Part 1 here.)

While Johnna was buried under an avalanche of work, Kerri chatted with Joseph Dickerson, creator of Inspired Adventurist and CORA board member, about how we can make exploring the outdoors more accessible by applying anti-racist and anti-misogynst principles and practices. Listen to learn about ice climbing in Connecticut, getting stranded in Vietnam, and bikepacking along … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 25 (Part 1): Less Fat Shaming, More Fat Biking

In which we discuss: Isolation Not Traveling Storms Holidays Instagram (of course) This episode is a little message for the end of the year – or rather, two little messages, recorded separately, because 2020 may be ending but Covid is still going strong. First, Kerri discusses traditions, not traveling, Covid restrictions, and transportation. Then, Johnna … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 24: Do They Know It’s Christmas Time At All (Clearly We Don’t)

In which we discuss: The adventure muscles we’re losing in the #staysafestayhome era. What historic cemeteries can teach us in this morbid moment.   It’s another mini-episode, pandemic style – with a twist. We’re not Zooming this time, but sharing with you some thoughts, individually recorded, on what we’ve been doing recently. Johnna’s in a … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 23: The Quarantine Diaries

In which we discuss: Masks, and lack of masks. Public restrooms, and other travel dilemmas.  Outdoor tips for beginners.   Since our last mini episode, time has flown by…or has it stood still? In this episode, we’re still Going Nowhere, so we talk about what we’re seeing around the state in July 2020 as far … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 22: Pandemic-Style Travel

Welcome to a special, Zoom-enabled, preparation-free mini-episode of Going/Steady. We’re going nowhere right now, just staying home, staying safe, and keeping six feet away from other people. Oh, and getting ready for the first night of Passover! We apologize for any audio issues (including the fact that half of New London decided to turn on … Continue reading Going/Steady (Mini) Ep. 21: the Going/Nowhere Solo Seder Edition

In which we discuss: How our lives have changed, or not, due to Covid-19  The confusion of “stay at home” and what we can do now, travel-wise What we’re dreaming of doing when this is all over   Links: Governor Lamont’s 54-page Covid-19 FAQ. DEEP Guidelines on using Connecticut’s State Parks and Forests for “solitary … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 20: Have Yourself a Quaint Little Quarantine

In which we discuss: Various Connecticut-related topics that have been on our minds lately Our top 5 New England-related books Travel in the time of COVID-19 Summary Same car, same iPhone, different month, different city: February’s episode of Going/Steady was recorded in New Haven, and in it, Kerri and Johnna get into budget cuts, George … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 19: Plagues! (But also, Books!)

In which we discuss: Winter activities, and lists thereof New England seasonal travel habits, Instagram vs. Reality Learning languages, and a bunch of Jewish stuff The NYT’s new 52 Places list, and more Jewish stuff  Summary In our first episode of 2020, we talk about what to do in winter in New England, and how … Continue reading Going/Steady Ep. 18: Imperfect Postcards From New England: Winter and Awkwardness