Rhythm & Roam with Benef, Paul, & Trecia

Rhythm & Roam with Benef, Paul, & Trecia
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We explore cultural diversity, highlighting differences, similarities, and misconceptions. Our global experiences have revealed a range of cultural clashes, beliefs, stereotypes, opinions, and values. 

  1. 20 Aug

    Starting Over at 50: Rebuilding a Life Through Solo Travel

    What happens when life hits reset at 50 and you answer with a passport instead of fear? In this episode of Rhythm & Roam, Tina shares how a series of life-changing moments pushed her to rebuild from the ground up through solo travel. We talk about identity, reinvention, loneliness vs. freedom, and why travel later in life isn't a last chapter; it's a reset. Visit RhythmAndRoam.com for more information about the show.

  2. 6 Aug

    The Magic Began in Mexico

    What happens when a 27-year educator leaves it all behind and moves permanently to Mexico? In this episode of Rhythm & Roam, hosts Benefsheh, Paul, and Trecia sit down with author and former educator Queen D. Michele to explore her decision to become a permanent resident of Jalisco, Mexico, and the unexpected spiritual awakening that followed. Michele shares practical insights from her book, Considerations: A Guide for Moving Abroad, discusses how her family and friends reacted to her bold decision, and opens up about the "magic" that unfolded after her move; from new books and blogs to discovering her Fula ancestry in Guinea-Bissau through an African Ancestry DNA test. Visit RhythmAndRoam.com for more on the podcast.

  3. 24 Jul

    Culture Shock? Find Your Zen While Traveling

    Travel is more than flights and photos; it is a mirror for our inner world. In this episode, Benefsheh, Paul, and Trecia sit down with Katie Krimitsos, founder and CEO of the Women's Meditation Network, a global family of meditation podcasts. Katie also recently launched the new show "Meditation for Travel," created to support travelers with calming, on-the-go meditations. Together, they explore how travel exposes our unconscious beliefs, biases, and cultural conditioning, and how mindfulness can help navigate discomfort with more grace and curiosity. Katie shares how she uses meditation to slow down, listen more deeply, and connect with people and places beyond surface-level sightseeing. Whether a frequent flyer or planning a first big trip, this conversation is for culturally curious listeners who see travel as a catalyst for growth, not just consumption. Visit our website RhythmAndRoam.com to find out more about our show!

  4. 9 Jul

    Before You Book That Mission Trip ... (Listen to This!)

    Planning a mission trip, church group travel, or student outreach abroad? This episode is your blueprint. Dr. Joy, CEO of Butler Travel, joins Rhythm & Roam to break down the most common and costly mistakes travelers make when organizing international trips. We also explore how faith plays a role in travel, including a powerful story of survival and provision in a life-threatening situation abroad. Whether you're a trip organizer, a frequent traveler, or someone dreaming of going global, this episode offers practical guidance and perspective you won't want to miss. Visit RhythmAndRoam.com for more on the podcast.

  5. 25 Jun

    Talking to Strangers in An Age of Outrage

    Feeling exhausted by the constant drama in your feed? In this convo, Rhythm & Roam and David Beckemeyer (host of Outrage Overload) unpack how outrage culture shapes our politics, our timelines, and even how we see the people sitting next to us on the plane.

  6. 11 Jun

    Meeting Culture at Its Own Pace

    On this episode of Rhythm & Roam, we sit down with Australian hiker, writer, and educator Belinda Coker, who spends up to eight months a year walking long-distance trails across regions and countries. She shares how moving slowly through towns and villages reshapes her view of culture, identity, and community, and how house-sitting lets her "live inside" a place rather than pass through. We also dig into midlife adventure, planning months of solo hikes, and what it means to "meet culture at its own pace" as a lipedema warrior on the trail. Visit RhythmAndRoam.com

  7. 28 May

    Unspoken Rules of Irish Music Sessions | (with Tara Connaghan)

    Step into a crowded Irish pub, the fiddle starts, the pints are flowing… and you're wondering if it's okay to clap, sing, or join in. In this episode of Rhythm & Roam, Benef, Paul, and Trecia sit down with Irish fiddle player, podcaster, author, educator, tour guide, and arts manager, Tara Connaghan, to unpack the unspoken etiquette of traditional Irish music sessions. If you've ever dreamed of traveling to Ireland, joining a session, or just walking into a new environment without second-guessing yourself, this conversation is your guide. Visit RhythmAndRoam.com for more with Benefsheh, Paul, & Trecia.

  8. 14 May

    Cultural IQ: The Secret to Meaningful Travel?

    In this episode, we sit down with Renae Ninneman, founder of Going Beyond Tourism and CulturalQ, to explore what it really means to develop cultural intelligence (CQ). We go beyond surface-level awareness to unpack how CQ shapes how we travel, connect, and show up in diverse spaces. Renae shares her journey into cross-cultural work, breaks down the difference between cultural awareness and true intelligence, and explains how intentional preparation can transform your travel experiences. We also dive into real-life applications, including a look at Benef's cultural intelligence assessment results and what they reveal. Whether you're traveling abroad, working across cultures, or just trying to better understand the world around you, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to move beyond tourism and into meaningful connection.  Visit us at RhythmAndRoam.com for more!

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We explore cultural diversity, highlighting differences, similarities, and misconceptions. Our global experiences have revealed a range of cultural clashes, beliefs, stereotypes, opinions, and values. 

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