Zero To Travel Podcast

Do you suffer from anxiety? How have the unknowns of the road hindered your travel plans? What role does stress play in your travel planning?

We are diving into mental health and how it affects your life choices and future plans with Gilad Gamliel from The Overthinker's Passport. He is very open in sharing his struggles with mental health issues as we talk about how he's learned to control them, the role travel plays in his journey, the balance between planning vs. spontaneity, and more.

Has your mental health ever prevented you from traveling? How has travel helped you overcome your anxiety? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you will share by sending me an audio message.

*We're sharing previous episodes to highlight Mental Health Month! Zero To Travel episodes are timeless and provide valuable insight whenever you listen.

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A quick, important announcement on what’s coming up this month on the podcast!

*Please be aware this episode does mention suicide as we talk about Mental Health Month.

What topics and themes do you want to learn about on the podcast? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

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Harry Mitsidis is one of only three people to have visited every country in the world…TWICE! 

He is also the founder of NomadMania, an online community that inspires global explorers to venture beyond the ordinary and obvious to celebrate the world’s diversity. In this community, travelers track their progress across various lists and are ranked based on their travel accomplishments. 

Today, we talk about the potential moral and ethical issues surrounding this idea of systemized travel and ranking travelers and how (when used intentionally) it can create meaningful travel experiences. 

As someone who empowers people to get out, see the world, and spend quality time off the beaten track, we also have a bigger conversation around his unique perspectives on travel and what motivates him to continue exploring the world. Of course, there are plenty of destination recommendations (like the best place to be pleasantly surprised!) and insights into filling your life with travel.

What do you think of gamifying travel? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

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Have you ever encountered something while traveling that sparked a "crazy idea" or inspired you to make a change? 

For the past six months, Robbie, Ivo, Jasper, and Josh have created adventure videos in Kenya for their YouTube channel, and it quickly became apparent that the loss of tourism due to Covid-19 is hurting parks and conservancies throughout Africa. After interviewing rangers and uncovering the truth about reduced salaries and increased workload, the creators knew they had to act.

Learn how four young YouTubers decided to journey from Kenya to Cape Town in nothing but two tuk-tuks, all in the name of conservation. 

What is one thing you can do to create change within your community? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you will share by sending me an audio message.

*We're sharing previous episodes to highlight Earth Month! Zero To Travel episodes are timeless and provide valuable insight whenever you listen.

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This is a human-powered adventure story not just because Daniel Troia traveled by bike…but because it was powered by the kindness of strangers.

Equipped with hidden camera glasses and a cardboard sign that said, "Ran out of food. Anything helps," Daniel spent seven months bicycling across the United States, listening to stories from the people who offered help. His travel documentary, “We Are All In This Together,” has garnered 15 awards at various film festivals and is being used to raise money for homeless shelters.

What did he learn from the experience? Find out today as Daniel recounts his adventure and the making of the film. 

You’ll hear why he felt uncomfortable nearly the entire trip, the unexpected people he met who changed his life, and the biggest lessons he learned about adversity, grief, togetherness, and humanity as a whole. You’ll get advice on long-distance biking, dealing with confrontations, and more.

What have your travels taught you about humanity? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

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Have you ever wondered how you can lessen your environmental impact during your next adventure? 

Richard Hammond has devoted his life to helping others understand their environmental impact and how to make changes to live more sustainably.

As an expert on low-carbon travel, eco-holidays, and sustainable travel, he's here to share tips and strategies to become more environmentally friendly travelers without being overwhelmed. We cover practical strategies for lessening your carbon footprint, why travel helps us understand ourselves as global citizens, how to spot a company using greenwashing as a marketing strategy, and so much more. 

Which of Richard's tips will you apply to your next trip? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you will share them by sending me an audio message.

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Today, I’m joined by digital nomad and author Lisa Jansen to get her list of the top 10 New Zealand hidden gems and get a peak into the New Zealand campervanning lifestyle.

Lisa is a long-term traveler based in New Zealand. She has been a nomad for over six years, five of which have been spent traveling across the country in her campervan. Her book Life Done Differently explores her decision to prioritize a nomadic lifestyle, favoring travel and van living over conventional familial and career pursuits.

Lisa shares her eclectic mix of off-the-beaten-path places to visit, from surreal lakes and remote beaches to a steampunk town, a west coast alternative to the popular hot water beach, one of the best night sky views in the world, and where you’re most likely to naturally swim with dolphins.

You’ll hear all about New Zealand vanlife, get tips and tricks for having your own campervan adventure, and gain plenty of insights into solo and long-term travel.

👉 Want Lisa's list of New Zealand hidden gems? Click here to go to the website!

Are you planning a trip to New Zealand? Which of these spots would you add to your list? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

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How does hearing someone else's story change your thoughts about the world?

Today, I am joined by author and climate change activist Devi Lockwood to talk about her story-fueled cycling journey, which took her to 20 countries spanning 6 continents and eventually led her to write her first book, 1001 Voices on Climate Change.

If you love story-telling or have ever wondered what it'd be like to do a 5-year bike tour, you do not want to miss this episode. Devi shares the roots of her inspiration, how she turned her vision into a reality, insights she gained along the way, and so much more.

Do you have a passion project that has influenced your travels? I'd love to hear more about it and hope you will share by sending me an audio message.

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Do you ever feel called to do something different? Do you want to make a BIG change in your life? 

Ingrid Alm and her family (husband, son, and dog) embarked on a human-powered adventure right from their doorstep in Oslo, Norway, to Nordkapp, Europe's northernmost accessible point by car. Their 2,000+ KM journey included walking, skiing, cycling, rowing, and even paddle boarding!

In this episode, Ingrid shares the lessons they learned on this epic trip and how a need to shake things up from “normal” life led to their adventure. You’ll hear plenty of advice on how to kickstart your own journey of a lifetime, insight into making big changes, and much more.

What trip or decision have you been considering? What’s been holding you back? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

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Travel undoubtedly makes us better people and, in turn, the world a better place. But does that good outweigh the negative environmental impacts? How can we be more conscious travelers?

Robin Greenfield is a truth seeker, activist, social reformer, and servant to earth, humanity, and our plant and animal relatives. He lives simply and sustainably as a means of active resistance to oppressive, exploitative systems. Robin’s life is an experiment with truth and integrity – dedicated to liberation and equal rights for all.

Robin shares his incredible story, and we talk about the life vows he committed to, including earning below the federal poverty threshold, keeping his net worth to a minimum, and owning few material possessions. This episode is packed with advice and insight to inspire you to become a more environmentally friendly traveler and positively affect the world and those around you. 

What small change can you make to become a more conscious traveler? I'd love to hear your ideas, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

*This episode was originally published in 2018, but the insights are timeless! Zero To Travel episodes are evergreen, providing valuable insight whenever you listen.

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