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Map My Route

by Nicole Wright

In a time where one can choose to live anywhere, how does one choose and what meaning do they give to where they live in the story of their life?In this limited audio series I aim to explore guests' personal histories of place, how they relate to the places they live, how they merge with or diverge from these places, and their beliefs about identity & belonging as it relates to deciding where to live.

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Episodes

  1. 12. Road Trip - Nicole

    Thank you for riding shotgun with me through this audio storytelling project. In this final episode, I share the making of Map My Route, themes I've observed, and answer my own questions about place. See you at the next rest stop. Produced & Edited by Nicole Wright Theme Music by Adam Wright

  2. 11. Books Worth Burning - Sam

    Writer and Yale doctoral candidate, and fellow high school reunion planner extraordinaire, Sam reviews the scenic routes & rest stops that led him to creating a small press focused on gay & queer literature and theology. You can learn more about his press Homodoxy at homodoxy.com. Created &…

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  3. 10. Sisterland Special - Lane, Holly & Hannah

    "Grow Radically" was Sisterland Farms founding mission. This episode hears from three attending campers of Sisterland Farms' annual "Summer Camp For Grown Ups" and how they've grown their own relationship to place. You can find more information about Sisterland Farms at sisterlandfarms.com or...

  4. 09. Tenacity - Andy

    This episode is dedicated to the life & memory of Curtis LeSage. From the small snowy towns of Upper Michigan to the deserts of Arizona, Andy maps his route to finding queer community and a new place to call home. Produced and Edited by Nicole Wright

  5. 08. Viewpoints - Christian

    From So-Cal to Seattle and now New York: actor & filmmaker Christian reflects on his creative career, collaborators, and the call back to California. Follow @honeycourtproductions on Instagram & TikTok. Produced & Edited by Nicole Wright Sound Design by Adam Wright

  6. 07. A Life Well Lived - Lauren & Ben

    Lauren & Ben have lived in some of the country's most gorgeous and well-known destinations for adventure - and they're not finished. In this episode, they share about their experience growing up in the American South, chasing their dreams, and doing it all with 2 dogs and a 3-year old.

  7. 06. Cosmic Coincidences - Shannon

    Before beginning their career as a public defender, Shannon had lived many lives. In this episode, one of Pittsburgh's best shares about growing up as a child of a parent in the military, relocating to the Midwest, and learning how to be alone. This episode is truly a celebration of the...

  8. 05. A New Chapter - Ashley & Jason

    Creatures of habit who welcome adventure, Ashley's work in biomechanic research has taken her & her husband Jason from Michigan's Upper Peninsula to West Virginia and now to Connecticut. Produced & Edited by Nicole Wright Sound Design by Adam Wright

  9. 04. Floating In The Tides - Paige

    Maine's greatest hidden gem is my friend Paige. In this episode she discusses changing course after mass government layoffs, the rugged personality of Maine and it's residents, and building a home within yourself. Produced & Edited By: Nicole Wright Sound Design: Adam Wright

  10. 03. I Could Live Here - Logan

    In this episode I interview my one-time classmate & long-time friend Logan who has been traveling the world for the better part of the last decade. Logan gives us a peak into the delicate push & pull of craving adventure while desiring closeness and community.

  11. 02. You've Arrived - Amanda

    My first guest is my younger sister Amanda. While that may seem like a boring first guest, I did not unexpectedly meet Amanda through shared interests or by accident as I have with future guests. It makes sense to have a shared life outlook with chosen friends whereas, with a sibling, we shared a...

  12. 01. For Now

    There is a unique route to be mapped for this audio series. In the weeks before releasing this first episode of this series, I was preparing for a 6 week sabbatical visiting friends around the United States. I will be spending time in at least 7 different states and reconnecting with friends from...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In a time where one can choose to live anywhere, how does one choose and what meaning do they give to where they live in the story of their life?In this limited audio series I aim to explore guests' personal histories of place, how they relate to the places they live, how they merge with or diverge from these places, and their beliefs about identity & belonging as it relates to deciding where to live.

HOSTED BY

Nicole Wright

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How many episodes does Map My Route have?

Map My Route currently has 12 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Map My Route about?

In a time where one can choose to live anywhere, how does one choose and what meaning do they give to where they live in the story of their life?In this limited audio series I aim to explore guests' personal histories of place, how they relate to the places they live, how they merge with or diverge...

How often does Map My Route release new episodes?

Map My Route has 12 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to Map My Route?

You can listen to Map My Route on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts Map My Route?

Map My Route is created and hosted by Nicole Wright.
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