The Travel Is Real

The Travel Is Real

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The Travel Is Real episodes

  • EP 27: Alex Troitzsch- Journey From Germany to America. How to Live Abroad
    Alex Troizsch is a techno DJ, a talented Graphic Designer, and a Suana Spa expert! In this episode, Alex describes in detail, his journey and adventures traveling from his home country of Germany to America, and all the great experiences and opportunities he came across while studying and working as an expat. He gives his uniques perspective as to what it has been like living away from his home country for so long. Alex also educates us as to what he loves about living in the United States. Check out www.thetravelisreal.com for more content!

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    Episode Highlights:
    • Real Talk, Beer Talk
    • Dropping out of Law School to Become a DJ
    • Living as an Expat
    • A Bizarre Limbo
    • U.S. Patriotism
    49 min
  • EP 26: Jerrica Peterson- ESL Teacher Trials and Tribulations..and Excellent Advice
    Jerrica from America joins the podcast. She is a nomadic ESL teacher who retains an incredible sense of adventure and knows how to find the perfect balance of teaching and travel. She has a knack for finding and exploring amazing locations in various countries around the world. During the episode, Jerrica gives great advice and tips for those looking to teach English in South Korea, as well as how to get started as an ESL teacher in a foreign country.

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    Episode Highlights:
    • Bathroom Conundrum
    • First day in S. Korea Nightmare
    • Dreaded First Day of Teaching ESL
    • VIP Kid Experience
    • Teach Abroad
    44 min
  • EP 25: Andrew Musick- Muay Thai Kickboxer Experience, Drunk ROK U, and Expat Advice
    Andrew Musick joins me on the podcast. He is an incredibly skilled Muay Thai Kickboxer, and a veteran Republic of Korea Ultimate Frisbee player who spent nine years living in Asia working as an ESL teacher. Musick divulges stories of his international kickboxing experiences, and a humbling matchup. We also discuss drunkin Ultimate Frisbee League ROK-U antics. Andrew and I also give tips and advice on how to survive and thrive as an ESL teacher and expat in South Korea.

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    Episode Highlights:
    • Muay Thai Kickboxing
    • A Humbling Experience
    • Ultimate Frisbee (ROK U)
    • TILT Toga Party in Pohang
    • Expat and ESL Advice and Tips
    54 min
  • EP 24: Rob Greenfield- Discovery's Free Ride Experience, No Money International Travel, and Exotic Food Stories
    Rob Greenfield is a international renowned traveler, an environmental activist, and one rad dude. He has mastered traveling around the world with little to no money, literally! The man is a travel budget guru! He also is an incredible ally to the environment who educates, and promotes green initiatives! In this episode, Rob discusses his insane international travel stories which includes Discovery Channel's Free Ride production, eating exotic foods, and his hitchhiking experience from Panama to California. Check out his website to learn more about his past and present projects. http://robgreenfield.tv Check out www.thetravelisreal.com for more content!

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    Episode Highlights
    • Creative Protein Consumption
    • Travel on a Budget. Or no Money
    • Panama to The U.S. Adventure
    • Take Risks
    • Discovery's Free Ride Experience
    • Dung Beatles and Chicken Heads
    52 min
  • EP 23: Nick and Stef- The Long Journey Home
    Nick Doran and Stef Russell (AKA Stifneck Dorsell) embarked upon a 13,000 kilometer journey from South Korea, to their home in Ireland. How did they do this? By bicycle! The bike adventure across China, the Middle East, and Europe was filled with excitement, strife, and a plenty of police encounters! Check out www.thetravelisreal.com for more content!

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    Episode Highlights:
    • Comedic Chinese Police Run-ins
    • Ghost Cities
    • Iran Hospitality
    • Border Crossing Confrontation
    • Bizarre, Awkward Bathrooms
    46 min
  • EP 22: Jon Sarry- The Chaotic Kebnekaise Mountain Hike
    Jonathan is a world traveler who I first met in South Korea. Jon then worked in Vietnam for a bit, then bounced to Finland where he currently resides. In this episode, Mr. Sarry regales his treacherous, harrowing, and ill-prepared journey up Kebnekaise mountain. During his story, we learn the importance of preparation!

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    Episode Highlights:
    • Jon's Hubris Takes Over
    • We F**ked Up
    • The Treacherous Hike Up...and Down
    33 min
  • EP 21: Mary M- Work Abroad, Date Abroad, Tinder Abroad
    Jen has lived, worked and obtained her Master degree in various countries the past few years. She can't be stopped! In this episode, Jen educates me on the great jobs she worked outside of the U.S., and the not so great jobs. We then discuss the dating scene as an Expat. Jen so graciously details a funny and embarrassing hook-up story she endured in Spain.

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    Episode Highlights:
    • What the Flock is a Chugger?
    • Au Pair....Oh No.
    • Argentinean Hook-Up Havoc
    • Shaving Cultural Differences
    • Am I Running Away? Maybe?
    48 min
  • EP 20: Aussie Steph- The Catamaran Catastrophe, Australia's Fabled Creature, and Wildlife Tourism
    My first Australian on the podcast! Stephanie is an Executive Officer at a prestigious zoo in Sydney, Australia. She enlightens us about bizarre Aussie creatures, followed by a tumultuous boat trip in Indonesia. Finally we discuss how animal trafficking and cruelty found abroad, and the steps one can take if spotted. Follow the link below to become aware of illegitimate animal trafficking. http://www.wildlifewitness.net Episode Highlights:
    • Drop Bears and Bogans
    • The Catamaran Catastrophe
    • Sea Sickness Survivor
    • Animal Tourism Advice
    46 min
  • EP 19: Tim S- The Hilarious, The Drunk, The Irresponsible Travels.

    Tim is a travel connoisseur, a great friend, and one hell of a funny dude. We both spent time living, learning, and maintaining an irresponsible life during our early 20s in South Africa. We discuss some of our embarrassing experiences had while traveling and living abroad. Try not to judge too hard.

    Episode Highlights:

    • Eating Balls
    • South Africa Drunktoberfest
    • Mass Drunken Blackout
    • Bathroom Travel Advice
    • Bogus Namibian Border Crossing
    41 min
  • EP 18: Steph and Brandon Part 2- The Psychedelic Island Experience, and Deadly Close Calls
    Stephanie and Brandon are back for part two of our interview! We discuss two stories that involve very treacherous road trips in Laos and Iceland. We then learn of an acid trip gone horribly wrong during an amazing vacation. Visit the website below to start your incredible, unforgettable adventure: https://wemustdash.com Episode Highlights:
    • Near Death Experiences
    • Stealing Cats and Dogs
    • What to expect in the Gili Islands
    • Fear and Loathing in Koh Samui
    33 min

About The Travel Is Real

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The Travel is Real is a podcast about hearing captivating stories from adventures abroad. Each guest on the episode reveals an experience which occurred while traveling, backpacking, or living abroad. These stories range from fun, comedic, risqué, to bizarre, gross, harrowing or horrific. As long as the if the narrative is intriguing, I want to hear it! Typically if an interview revolves around an arduous, dangerous, or harrowing narrative, the guest and I will give advice and tips, so listeners can learn from the mistakes of the guests and myself (I've certainly made a few). Anything can happen when traveling around the world, which is why so many travelers posses fascinating stories to tell.