Kindred Roads Podcast

Chase Reichenbach is a photographer and filmmaker based in Seattle. He has been featured on Good Morning America, ABC News, and other major platforms for his viral travel and storytelling work. He’s traveled to over 30 national parks, documented stories across the U.S. and Europe, and built a creative career capturing weddings and working with brands like Subaru and Luno! 

In this episode, we talked about his 40-day solo road trip across the United States where he camped in his car and visited 24 national parks. He shared how he built out his car with his dad, what it was like living on the road alone, and the surprising kindness he found in strangers everywhere he went. We also talked about the moment he accidentally photographed a surprise proposal that ended up going viral and how that led to being featured on national news. If you’ve ever dreamed about doing a solo road trip or working full-time as a creative, you won’t want to miss this one!

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Risa Josephine, a ski resort dispatcher and adventure sports enthusiast, battled a brain tumor from age seven until her life-changing surgery at eighteen. She graduated from the University of Georgia, volunteered at the Jodie O’Shea Orphanage in Bali and then spent two years as a Peace Corps volunteer teaching English in Kyrgyzstan.

In our conversation she shares what it was like living with that tumor for over a decade, from daily seizures, migraines and partial vision loss to the gratitude and perspective it gave her. She also recounts the celebration of life party her friend’s parents threw before surgery, explains how she and her non-English speaking immigrant parents navigated the U.S. medical system, and reflects on making her own life-or-death decisions about where and how to operate. We dive into her decision to fund and run her own volunteer program in Bali, the cultural surprises of life in At-Bashy and her vivid memories of Kyrgyz customs that taught her more than any textbook lesson. Let’s dive in!

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brain tumor, surgery, recovery, gratitude, immigrant experience, advocacy, cultural anthropology, resilience, personal growth, life lessons, Cultural Anthropology, Volunteering, Peace Corps, Orphanage, Bali, Kyrgyzstan, Community Development, Cultural Differences, Personal Growth, Gratitude

Today on the podcast, I spoke with Emma Wilson, a 22 year old solo travel coach and content creator who’s lived and worked in over ten countries across Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Caribbean. Originally from Oregon, Emma grew up with a traditional mindset and had never even considered traveling. But in 2022, she left college with little support, booked a one-way ticket, and set out to completely change her life!

Since then, she’s built a business helping women use solo travel as a tool for self-growth. Her work is all about intuitive travel, personal freedom, and choosing yourself first.

In this episode, we talked about what it was like leaving without approval, how she traveled affordably through Worldpackers, and why every destination brought her closer to who she really is. She shared her story of living in Puerto Rico for five months, volunteering in hostels across Europe, and going on a silent meditation retreat in Thailand. We also talked about travel magic, self-development, and what it means to design a life that feels aligned.

If you're curious about solo travel or thinking of making a change, you can sign up for a free solo travel coaching call with Emma or join her Portugal group trip in August 2025, linked below!

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Ever wondered what it’s like to captain a 191-foot superyacht through some of the most remote and pristine places on Earth? Captain Liam Devlin takes Wall Street elites, Russian oligarchs, actors, and more on adventures around the world!

He has spent over 25 years navigating the world’s oceans, from the rugged coastlines of Alaska to the untouched beauty of the Solomon Islands. Originally from Byron Bay, Australia, Liam is the captain of Unbridled, a world-class expedition yacht focused on diving, adventure, and six-star service.

In this episode, he shares what it really takes to deliver life-changing experiences for some of the world’s most high-profile guests. We talk about the unspoken pressure of perfection in the superyacht world, what guests are really like behind the scenes, and the logistics of planning everything from helicopter tours to shark dives. He also speaks openly about the bond he feels with the ocean, why luxury and sustainability can go hand in hand, and how nature has a way of bringing us back to ourselves. Let’s dive in!

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Today on the podcast, I sat down with photographer and agency owner Madison Olivia Brown in Charleston, SC. Madison built her first online business from scratch while traveling the country in her sedan. She later rebranded it as Vienna & Co, a creative marketing agency focused on luxury and hospitality brands. She also runs networking events for young entrepreneurs in Charleston, SC.

In this episode, we talk about what it was like living out of a car while trying to land clients. We dive into how she rebranded her business to attract luxury brands and what she’s learned from taking risks and saying yes as an online business owner. She also shares a full roadmap for anyone who wants to work remotely and start their own business. If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your travels into a creative career, you won’t want to miss this one!

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McHenry Jackson grew up in Folly Beach, South Carolina, surfing every chance he got. Now, he spends months at a time living on boats as a seafloor mapper, exploring the ocean for work and surfing whenever he can. When he’s not working, he’s surfing in places like South Africa, Panama, and Hawaii. This August, he’s making the big move to Hawaii to fully dive into the surf lifestyle.

In this episode, McHenry talks about what life is really like living at sea for months, what he actually does as a sea floor mapper, and his experiences surfing in some of the world’s most incredible spots. He shares stories of surfing in great white shark territory in South Africa, his most unforgettable surf trips, and why now is always the best time to go after the life you want.

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Teju Ravilochan is a Forbes 30 Under 30 social entrepreneur and TEDx speaker. He co-founded Uncharted and later started GatherFor out of a desire to intentionally create a mutual support system for people experiencing poverty.

Growing up, Teju was struck by the extreme gap between wealth and poverty, which led him to question the way the world works. He shares what he has learned from Indigenous and immigrant communities about the power of connection and why the Western focus on independence might be holding us back.

He also talks about GatherFor and how small groups of neighbors are coming together to support each other in everyday life. From sharing meals to helping with childcare and covering bills, they are proving that none of us are meant to do life alone. Let’s dive in!

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Today, I’m talking with Francheska Krysiak, also known as Franny, a marine conservationist, scientific rebreather diver, and PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, who has spent the last 10 years working to protect our oceans. Franny supports conservation and restoration work for various organizations, such as the California Academy of Sciences.  She is also an underwater photographer and a brand ambassador for various scuba gear brands.

In this conversation, Franny shares stories from her underwater research, such as the surreal experience of being surrounded by hundreds of sharks and how night diving unveils a completely different marine world. She also explains the differences between rebreather diving and traditional scuba diving, which allow her to spend extended periods underwater, and discusses the innovative techniques being used to preserve marine ecosystems for future generations. Let's dive in!

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Ever wondered what it’s like to ski in Antarctica before anyone else that season? Or what goes into filming backcountry skiers, adaptive athletes, and even couples getting married in some of the most remote places on Earth? Award-winning photographer and filmmaker Tamara Šuša has done it all.

Voted Best Local Photographer in Aspen, Tamara captures everything from extreme adventure sports to intimate mountain elopements. She shares how she went from photographing nightclubs in Chicago to documenting adventure sports, environmental stories, and weddings in some of the world's most breathtaking landscapes.

She talks about the rare experience of skiing and filming in Antarctica before anyone else that season, why October is the only window for backcountry skiing there, and what it’s like to document adventures in places few people ever see. She also dives into her films Two Legs Is Too Easy and 80 for 80, along with her climate-focused photography projects. Let’s dive in!

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What’s The Amazing Race actually like? Redmond Ramos, former Navy corpsman, motivational speaker, and Amazing Race Season 29 contestant, gives us the inside scoop. From picking a random teammate on day one to navigating wild travel challenges on zero sleep, he shares what happens behind the scenes and whether the race is as real as it seems.

He also opens up about the moment he was blown up by an IED while serving in Afghanistan, the devastating loss of his leg, and how he rebuilt his life with an unstoppable mindset. His story is living proof that the human spirit can endure even the toughest challenges and come back stronger, with a newfound gratitude for life. As Redmond puts it, "Everything after that moment is extra time."

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to race around the world on The Amazing Race or bounce back from life’s hardest moments, you won’t want to miss this one.

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