Talking Travel with John Kirk

John Kirk - Travel Expert
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John Kirk Travel Expert and Industry personality talks travel with leading industry executives. Insights into what's new, what's not, along with the ups and downs of the Travel and Tourism industry. Guest's include various Tourism Ministers, Government officials, CEO, COO's from leading travel service providers and retailers around the World. 

  1. MAR 3

    Tourism Australia MD Robin Mack Discusses Canadian & US Market with John Kirk

    Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oy, Oy, Oy! Really great discussion with Robin Mack, Managing Director of Tourism Australia event in Toronto on March 2 at 1 King West. A few real nuggets of information in here on Canadian travel to the land down under.. oh... and ya.. my Aussie accent gets shot down real quick.. if interested the video version can be found here. Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    12 min

  2. FEB 22

    Accessible Travel Isn’t Optional: David Lyons Black on Fixing a Broken System

    After encephalitis left him a full-time wheelchair user, veteran travel advisor David Lyons Black rebuilt his business around accessible travel — and uncovered an industry still riddled with gaps. From “on request” hotel rooms to inconsistent standards, he speaks candidly about risk, responsibility, and dignity. This episode is a wake-up call for advisors, cruise lines, and hoteliers alike. Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    25 min

  3. 09/29/2025

    G Adventures Founder Bruce Poon Tip in conversation with John Kirk at #GXJordan.

    G Adventures Founder Bruce Poon Tip in conversation with John Kirk at #GXJordan. It's doozy, but worthy of your time. We cover a lot of ground. Community Tourism continues to drive every decision made at G Adventures, and there is no sign of slowing down. Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    24 min

  4. 03/08/2024

    A New Twist on Airline Pretzels? You bet. Air Canada serves up a fresh new taste onboard.

    Today, international Women's day,  we sat down with two incredible women who are changing the way Canadians fly.. Well kind of.  Air Canada  announced a huge refresh of their onboard menu items and snacks today.  One of which, is a pretzel which you are going to love. You may be thinking.. Pretzel's Kirk seriously?  Listen in,  and enjoy the journey as Jackie Harkness,  Managing Director Product and Services,  and  Ashley Ehmann, Co-Founder of TWIGZ  talk us through the path to the big day. Enjoy!  Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    34 min

  5. 02/13/2024

    Kevin Jackson, President of Porter Airlines, Talking Travel with John Kirk.

    If you are Canadian or live somewhere in the North East US,  Porter Airlines is more than likely a familiar name to you. Launched in 2006 out of Toronto City Airport, now known as Billy Bishop Airport, the Airline has patiently grown into a celebrated Canadian Airline winning multiple awards.  Now the company  has moved into to the world of Jets with  their ever growing fleet of Embraer E195-2 Aircraft  and are set on redefining what  economy class service looks and feels like, as they introduce new routes across North America at a record pace.  Make sure to please follow  on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.  Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    33 min

  6. 01/28/2024

    Babbling Brooks - Allan Brooks with John Kirk Episode l

    Join us as we tour the all Celebrity Excel during her official naming ceremony. Allan Brooks Canadian Director Market Sales walks us through what makes the Edge series so remarkable.  Watch the episode here - Copy and paste the link below.. https://www.travelpulse.ca/videos/cruise/babbling-brooks-with-john-kirk-episode-1-video  Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    21 min

  7. 01/28/2024

    Celebrity Cruises - Allan Brooks with John Kirk - Episode ll

    Allan Brooks Canadian Director of Market Sales for Celebrity Cruises get into the nitty gritty with me on what makes Celebrity unique to travellers and the evolution of a cruise traveller.  We had a blast " Talking Travel " while at a " Golf Simulator " in Toronto. Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    21 min

  8. 11/16/2023

    Bruce Poon Tip, G Adventures Founder & CEO with John Kirk on location in Peru. Producer of The last Tourist.

    Bruce Poon Tip Founder & CEO of legendary Canadian adventure company G Adventures spoke with John Kirk in Cusco Peru during the companies annual event. They touch on community tourism, and what philanthropy means to his organisation, the efforts of Planeterra plus more. Enjoy! Make sure to follow on Apple Podcast , Google Podcast , Amazon Podcast , Spotify or your favourite podcast service.

    6 min
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John Kirk Travel Expert and Industry personality talks travel with leading industry executives. Insights into what's new, what's not, along with the ups and downs of the Travel and Tourism industry. Guest's include various Tourism Ministers, Government officials, CEO, COO's from leading travel service providers and retailers around the World. 

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  • Creator
    John Kirk - Travel Expert
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Talking Travel with John Kirk
  • Show Website
    Talking Travel with John Kirk