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Wander Lounge
by Ariel Travis
At Wander Lounge, we believe in the power of stories and the impact they can have on our lives. This podcast is dedicated to bringing you engaging and inspiring discussions about women in travel. Picture this as your virtual lounge where you can kick back, relax, and join us in candid conversations with women who have traversed the globe.My mission is to inspire and empower women to embark on their own travel adventures. Through the stories of my guests, I hope to break down barriers, debunk myths, and showcase how travel is not only accessible but also transformative. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or someone contemplating your first solo trip, Wander Lounge is here to provide the inspiration you need to take that leap.
Episodes
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Uganda Beyond the Safari with Lynett Nakamanya
Think you know Africa? Ugandan tourism specialist Lynett Nakamanya is here to show you why one country is never the whole continent. Uganda is smaller than you might expect, yet it holds mountain gorillas, snow-capped peaks near the equator, roughly 150 crater lakes in a single region, and a...
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Family, Adventure, and Building a Life Worth Exploring with Lisa Stanworth
What does it look like to build a life rooted in family, adventure, and an unshakeable belief that the world is meant to be explored? This week's guest, Lisa Stanworth, is living proof that the two don't have to be in conflict. Lisa is a Salt Lake City-based mom of five, host of the Choose Your...
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Wander Lounge Greece Group Trip: FAQ's with Colleen Vincent
In this episode, host Ariel of Wander Lounge speaks with Colleen Vincent of Elevate Travel Group, to walk you through the full itinerary for our upcoming Greece group trip. Together, we break down what to expect in Athens, Santorini, and Mykonos, how the trip is designed to balance culture,...
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Iantha Richardson: Reinvention & Creative Power
Today’s guest is Iantha Richardson, a talented American actress whose journey from Washington, D.C. to our screens is rooted in artistry, resilience, and intention. Trained as a dancer with a BFA from Fordham University: The Ailey School, Iantha began her creative path through movement before...
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Nikki Vargas: Call You When I Land
Today’s guest is Nikki Vargas, an undeniable force in the worlds of travel, storytelling, and women’s empowerment. Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Nikki is a two-time published author and the voice behind the bestselling memoir Call You When I Land, a deeply personal exploration of identity,...
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Lydia Copeland: Learning How to Travel with Confidence
Today on Wander Lounge, we’re joined by Lydia Copeland. By day, Lydia is a data analyst, but by passion, she’s a travel blogger and educator on a mission to make travel more accessible, inclusive, and less intimidating for everyone. Her journey from small-town roots to exploring the world is a...
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Kayla Kelly: Fight for Your Dreams
Today’s guest is Kayla Kelly, a fighter, dream-chaser, and true global citizen. From studying abroad in Spain and Italy to now living and training full-time in Mexico as a Muay Thai fighter, Kayla has designed a life fueled by exploration, resilience, and bold self-belief. In this episode, Kayla...
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Liv Schreiber: Making Friendship Fun Again w/ Community, Connection & Camp Social
What if making new friends didn’t feel awkward—but joyful? This week on Wander Lounge, Ariel sits down with Liv Schreiber, a creative entrepreneur redefining what it means to build authentic connection in adulthood. As the visionary behind Hot and Social and Camp Social, Liv is turning social...
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Tell Her She Can’t: Building 6-Figure Brands w/ Kelly Lewis
In this episode of Wander Lounge, we're joined by Kelly Lewis — serial entrepreneur, global traveler, and the visionary behind Go! Girl Guides, Damesly, and the Women’s Travel Fest. With over a decade spent disrupting the travel industry and empowering women to see the world on their own terms,...
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Elevate Your Travel Game. Tales from a Pro Travel Agent with Miriam Nodzo
In this episode of Wander Lounge podcast, host Ariel sits down with Miriam Nodzo, the founder of Elevate Travel Group. With over 15 years of experience in the travel industry, Miriam, a certified travel associate and counselor, shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to leisure...
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The Balancing Act of Freelancing With Brooke McPheeters
In this episode of Wander Lounge podcast, host Ariel sits down with Brooke McPheeters, a multi-talented dancer, artist, and freelancer based in Las Vegas. Brooke's background is as diverse as it is impressive. She has worked with iconic teams like the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs and the NBA's Knicks...
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The Smallest Wave: Dolores Reynals on Resilience, Femininity, and Redefining Home
In this episode of The Wander Lounge podcast, we sit down with actress, author, and world traveler Dolores Reynals, whose incredible journey began with a dramatic birth story in Mendoza, Argentina. Initially thought to be in critical condition, Dolores's life was saved by a nurse who heard her...
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Amanda Almasri: Embrace Your Interests and Explore at Your Own Pace
In this episode of the Wander Lounge podcast, host Ariel engages in a captivating conversation with Amanda Almasri, who shares her decade-long journey as an expat. Amanda recounts her experiences living in Shanghai, Chiang Mai, London, and now San Francisco, highlighting the challenges and joys…
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Ella Parlor: When Life Gives You Lemons…Write a Best-Selling Book
In this episode of the Wander Lounge podcast, host Ariel converses with Ella Parlor, a marketing expert, author, podcaster, and real estate investor. Ella recounts her successful career in the alcohol industry and the health challenges that led her to reevaluate her life. She discusses her...
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Marlisa Giacone: A Speech Therapist’s Expat Journey
In this episode of the Wander Lounge, host Ariel chats with Marlisa Giacone, an international speech therapist. Marlisa shares her journey as a traveler and expat, discussing her work in speech pathology in China and Hong Kong, and her upcoming move to Germany. This episode is a heartfelt...
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Sahara Rose De Vore: How Travel Coaching Can Transform Your Life
In this episode of the Wander Lounge podcast, Ariel sits with Sahara Rose De Vore, the founder and CEO of the Travel Coach Network. Sahara shares her inspiring journey from a broke college student dealing with anxiety and depression to becoming a successful entrepreneur by creating the first ICF...
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Sojourner White: The Train Travel Queen
In this episode of Wander Lounge, host Ariel interviews Sojourner White, a seasoned traveler, digital nomad, remote social worker and award winning travel journalist. Sojourner shares her passion for train travel, emphasizing the journey over the destination, and her dedication to countering…
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Dr. Katrina Overby: Addressing Solo Travel Misconceptions
In this episode, host Ariel Travis swaps roles and is interviewed by her cousin Dr. Katrina Overby, an activist scholar with a rich background in media and cultural studies. They discuss the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone through travel and Ariel shares invaluable insights and...
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Calen Otto: $300 Plus a Bike and a Dream
This episode features Calen Otto host of the Unruly Travel podcast, author, and a traveller known for embarking on a unique cross-country biking adventure with minimal resources. Starting with a fascination inspired by another adventurer, Calen decided to bike across the USA with only $300…
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Sandy Dorsey: Dismantling Cultural Stigmas
Uncover the complexities of conducting therapy across diverse cultural landscapes. This episode showcases Sandy Dorsey, a speech-language pathologist, global advocate, and the founder of Smiles for Speech. Sandy discusses her journey creating Smiles for Speech, an initiative aimed at providing...
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Anjali Mehta: Tackling Gender-Based Violence One Peak at a Time
This episode features Anjali Mehta an artist, athlete, TED Talk speaker, and a human rights lawyer turned co-founder of the nonprofit 'What is the Power of We?'. Anjali shares her life's quest for making the world a better place, which has taken her from practicing law internationally and working...
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Dr. Shweta Hegde: A Doctor’s Odyssey
This episode provides insights into Dr. Shweta Hegde's remarkable journey from India to a prestigious children's hospital in the US, interweaving her experiences in travel and medicine. Through her adventures, passion for minimalistic living, and solo explorations in Kyrgyzstan, Shweta reflects…
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Vanessa Karel: The Birth and Rise of Greether
In this episode, Vanessa Karel, the founder and CEO of travel startup Greether, discusses how she created her company to promote safe and authentic travel experiences for women around the world. While stranded in Morocco during the pandemic, she noticed a gap in the market and started Greether, a...
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Steph Stock: Navigating Identity While Traveling
In this episode Steph Stock, shares her journey from feeling reluctant about her Fulbright assignment in Goiânia, Brazil, which turned out to be a pivotal year in her life, to becoming a trauma-informed yoga instructor, fitness model, and content creator in LA. Steph also discusses the inception…
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Jess Wolf: Journeys of Language Learning and Cultural Immersion
In this episode of Wander Lounge, the podcast that celebrates women in travel, the guest is speech language pathologist Jessica Wolf. A trilingual Atlanta native, Jess has lived in various countries including Brazil and Argentina. She talks about her diverse living experiences, including group...
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Hanna Fidler : Creating Human Connection Through Dance, Yoga & Travel
This episode features Hanna Fidler, a dance and yoga teacher, who is also pursuing a master's degree in marriage and family therapy. From her experiences beginning with her first overseas trip to Mexico at 17, she shares how travel has shaped her on a deep personal level, especially the…
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Jess Tamayo: A Multilingual CEO With A Passion For Travel
This episode of Wander Lounge features an inspiring conversation with Jessica Tamayo, a seasoned traveler and CEO. Jess shares her journey from being born in Brazil and raised in Colombia, to becoming a global citizen and entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of getting lost to find new...
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Arielle DeHaw: Empowering Solo Travel Through the Carry On Coach
Episode 3 features a conversation with Arielle DeHaw, the creator of the Carry On Coach, a travel brand designed to support and inspire women in their travel journeys. This discussion covers Arielle's personal journey of quitting her corporate job to forge a path focused on her passion for travel...
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Courtney: 8 Months Solo Traveling Through South America
This episode features an enriching conversation with Courtney Puckett, an adventurous woman who recounts her unique experiences traveling through South America for eight months on a rigorous budget of just $6,500. After exploring a variety of career paths, Puckett found her passion for nature and...
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Mariam: From Art Major to Data Analyst While Globetrotting
This podcast episode features Mariam, a data analyst and world traveler sharing her unique experiences. Growing up in an immigrant household, Mariam's understanding of the world was broad from a young age. In this episode, she talks about various travel experiences, from studying in Germany, to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
At Wander Lounge, we believe in the power of stories and the impact they can have on our lives. This podcast is dedicated to bringing you engaging and inspiring discussions about women in travel. Picture this as your virtual lounge where you can kick back, relax, and join us in candid conversations with women who have traversed the globe.My mission is to inspire and empower women to embark on their own travel adventures. Through the stories of my guests, I hope to break down barriers, debunk myths, and showcase how travel is not only accessible but also transformative. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or someone contemplating your first solo trip, Wander Lounge is here to provide the inspiration you need to take that leap.
HOSTED BY
Ariel Travis
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Wander Lounge currently has 30 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Wander Lounge about?
At Wander Lounge, we believe in the power of stories and the impact they can have on our lives. This podcast is dedicated to bringing you engaging and inspiring discussions about women in travel. Picture this as your virtual lounge where you can kick back, relax, and join us in candid conversations...
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Wander Lounge has 30 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Wander Lounge is created and hosted by Ariel Travis.
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