What drives someone to leave everything behind and seek out the wildest corners of the earth? In this episode of "Nomads at the Intersections," Noami sits down with Eva zu Beck, who left her corporate life in London for a world of daring adventures, inspiring millions on YouTube. Eva shares raw, unfiltered stories about her journey through identity, solitude, and the power of failing boldly. From her first solo horse trek in Mongolia to running ultramarathons, discover how reinventing herself reshaped her understanding of freedom, bravery, and friendship. Tune in and let Eva’s extraordinary experiences challenge your idea of living courageously.

Key Takeaways:

• Insights on balancing personal freedom with public scrutiny.
• The importance of authentic living and choosing fear as a catalyst for change.
• Solitude as a gift to uncover inner strength and resilience.
• The impact of quitting as a bold, empowering choice.

Guest Bio:

Eva zu Beck is a professional storyteller, YouTube travel TV host, and avid adventurer at heart. Her passion for storytelling has captivated an audience of 4 million adventurous souls worldwide. Eva's work is dedicated to spreading the empowering message of adventure, freedom, and friendship across the globe.

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• Subscribe to NATI Pod on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
• Follow the show on Instagram @nomadsattheintersectionspod
• Email us: [email protected]
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About the Host:

Since 2016, Noami Grevemberg has called her van home, chasing nature's wildest corners and living on her own terms. Her book, "Living The Vanlife," dives into the gritty reality of road living and shares raw insights on sustainable life on the move. As the founder of Diversify Vanlife, she’s shaking up the road-travel world, championing inclusivity. A seasoned content creator, writer and storyteller, Noami brings bold stories and unique perspectives through her podcast, "Nomads at the Intersections," inspiring others to try new ways of living and deeply connect with the world around them.

Follow Noami:

• Instagram: @irietoaurora
• TikTok: @irietoaurora
• Website: irietoaurora.com
• To work with Noami, email: [email protected]

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Links & Resources:

• Website: https://www.evazubeck.com/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@evazubeck
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evazubeck/?hl=en

Produced by Noami Grevemberg
Edited by Noami Grevemberg
Music by jimmadsen

During a year of intense challenges, Elizabeth Su crafted a new compass - The Adventure Tarot. This episode peels back the layers of Elizabeth's transformative journey as a nomad - reclaiming her Asian-American identity in the midst of anti-Asian violence. From the turmoil, she found inspiration to create a tarot deck that expands our understanding of identity, resilience, and the natural world. Elizabeth reveals how reconnecting with her heritage and overcoming burnout sparked a profound rebirth. Her story empowers others to find their own paths to healing and self-realization. Ready to discover the power of tarot? Tune in to see how reshaping your story could lead to revolutionary insights and real-life changes.

Key Takeaways:

• How Elizabeth transformed chaos into creativity with The Adventure Tarot.
• The role of heritage in healing and personal growth.
• Insights on battling burnout, perfectionism and finding personal rebirth.
• The unique elements and inspiration behind The Adventure Tarot deck.
• Practical tips for using tarot for self-discovery.

Guest Bio:

Elizabeth Su is the author and creator of The Adventure Tarot, a road trip-inspired deck about self-discovery, belonging, and celebrating Asian joy.

Connect:

• Subscribe to NATI Pod on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
• Follow the show on Instagram @nomadsattheintersectionspod
• Email us: [email protected]
• Recommend a guest for NATI Pod

About the Host:

Since 2016, Noami Grevemberg has called her van home, chasing nature's wildest corners and living on her own terms. Her book, "Living The Vanlife," dives into the gritty reality of road living and shares raw insights on sustainable life on the move. As the founder of Diversify Vanlife, she’s shaking up the road-travel world, championing inclusivity. A seasoned content creator, writer and storyteller, Noami brings bold stories and unique perspectives through her podcast, "Nomads at the Intersections," inspiring others to try new ways of living and deeply connect with the world around them.

Follow Noami:

• Instagram: @irietoaurora
• TikTok: @irietoaurora
• Website: irietoaurora.com
• To work with Noami, email: [email protected]

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Links & Resources:

• Website: elizabethsu.com
• Adventure Tarot: elizabethsu.com/tarot
• Instagram @heyelizabethsu
• TikTok: @heyelizabethsu

In the pilot episode of NATI Pod, host Noami Grevemberg takes you on a personal journey from a restrictive corporate job to a life of freedom and fulfillment on the road. Discover how nature became a source of healing and inspiration for her and how breaking away from societal norms led to a more authentic life in the world of vanlife and nomadic living.

Get a sneak peek into the stories of Nelson, who transformed his life in Colorado, and Eva zu Beck, who left her corporate life for daring adventures. This episode is packed with real, raw insights that will inspire you to redefine what freedom and authenticity mean to you through unconventional lifestyles.

Key Takeaways:

• Noami's shift from a corporate career to nomadic living
• How connecting with the outdoors can improve mental and emotional health
• Breaking free from societal expectations and finding true self
• Nelson's move to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and Eva zu Beck’s global overlanding adventures
• The value of creating a diverse, supportive network embracing intersectionality and nature reconnection

Connect:

• Subscribe to NATI Pod on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
• Follow the show on Instagram @nomadsattheintersectionspod
• Email us: [email protected]
• Recommend a guest for NATI Pod

About the Host:

Since 2016, Noami Grevemberg has called her van home, chasing nature's wildest corners and living on her own terms. Her book, "Living The Vanlife," dives into the gritty reality of road living and shares raw insights on sustainable life on the move. As the founder of Diversify Vanlife, she’s shaking up the road-travel world, championing inclusivity. A seasoned content creator, writer and storyteller, Noami brings bold stories and unique perspectives through her podcast, "Nomads at the Intersections," inspiring others to try new ways of living and deeply connect with the world around them.

Follow Noami:

• Instagram: @irietoaurora
• TikTok: @irietoaurora 
• Website: irietoaurora.com 
• To work with Noami, email: [email protected]

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Links and Resources:

• Follow Nelson on Instagram: @fatblackandgettingit
• Follow Eva zu Beck: YouTube, Instagram

Additional Resources:

• Noami's Book: Living The Vanlife
• Join the Diversify Vanlife Community: @diversify.vanlife

Produced by Noami Grevemberg

Ever wondered what it’s like to live on your own terms with the open road as your guide? Welcome to "Nomads at the Intersections" (NATI pod), where Noami Grevemberg dives into the lives of those daring to live differently. Noami brings you into the heart of her adventures and shares the diverse stories of others redefining freedom. Each episode smashes the walls of conventional living, exploring themes of resilience, identity, community, and the pure joy of the journey. Ready for bold conversations that challenge the status quo? Hit play and join us on this unpredictable ride. This is where the road gets real.

Featuring the voices of:
Aleeyah Sanders @theedreamcamp
Elizabeth Su @heyelizabethsu
Eva zu Beck @evazubeck
Host, Noami Grevemberg @irietoaurora

Produced by Noami Grevemberg
Music by jimmadsen, courtesy of Envato Market

Catch-up with Maggie Lam of @bitesizetravels. It’s been a while since Maggie was on this show in its previous format. A lot has changed since then -- navigating two pandemics, a rise in racial violence against AAPI, and major changes in the road travel landscape. Noami chats with Maggie about what she’s been up to since -- navigating two pandemics, a rise in racial violence against AAPI, and major changes in the road travel landscape. Maggie & Noami chat about where she is now and what she’s been up to since we last heard from her on this feed.

We also journal: How can we as Black, Asian, Indigenous, LatinX and other people of color ensure that we are not carrying internalized white supremacy into spaces where there are no white people?

Featured Guest: @bitesizetravels 

NATI Podcast Links:
Podcast @nomadsattheintersections
Community @diversify.vanlife
Host @irietoaurora 

Stay tuned for the re-launch of Nomads at the Intersections, coming this Summer, 2024. Subscribe in your podcast feed and follow @diversify.vanlife  and @nomadsattheintersectionspod  to stay in the loop as more updates drop.

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Nomads at the Intersections is hosted by Noami Grevemberg
A Diversify Vanlife production
Music by Smart Monkey Music
Podcast Cover Artwork by Karen Ceballos

Catch-up with Denise Meeker of @wayfaretowellness. Noami chats with Denise on IG Live about what life’s brought her since the last time, how she’s coped through 2020 as a Black woman and vanlifer, and more. They also journal around this prompt: What does acknowledging the Indigenous people of this land look like for you going forward on your travels?

Featured Guest: @wayfaretowellness | wayfaretowellness.com

NATI Podcast Links:
Podcast @nomadsattheintersections
Community @diversify.vanlife
Host @irietoaurora 

Stay tuned for re-launch of Nomads at the Intersections, coming this Summer, 2024. Subscribe in your podcast feed and follow @diversify.vanlife  and @nomadsattheintersectionspod  to stay in the loop as more updates drop.

Enjoyed this episode? Leave us a 5 star rating in your podcast app, it’ll help other Nomads find us.

Nomads at the Intersections is hosted by Noami Grevemberg
A Diversify Vanlife production
Music by Smart Monkey Music
Podcast Cover Artwork by Karen Ceballos