At 15, Hilde Lysiak believes you can accomplish anything, regardless of age or gender. In her memoir, Hilde on the Record, she shares her journey in finding her voice and discovering what is most meaningful in her life. At age seven she launched a newspaper and realized kids can plunge into the world and take action. Today she feels like her own world is just beginning.

Hilde is an American journalist and is a gifted young woman with an open-mind who is bringing her energy, ideas and courage to some of the most complex and important challenges facing the world today. 

She is already understanding the big picture better than older generations and has a vision for the future of journalism. Hilde's hope is by telling her story she can help others find their voice and discover what is most meaningful in their own lives.

Also on Speaking of Travel, new data shows the restaurant industry is coming back stronger than ever and the opportunities presented during these past couple of years will ultimately have a high impact in sustaining businesses for the future. Kate Bannasch, co-owner and general manager of Copper Crown, a neighborhood restaurant and gathering place in Asheville, NC, shares how she and her team have created a new model for today’s guests.  

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