Sunshine on a Dime

Shandra Back
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For every reason that you say you can’t travel…Sunshine on a Dime will explain how and why you actually can. Embark with Shandra Back, a full-time college student and any-time traveler as she shares stories, interviews other travelers, and provides tips and resources to break down any barriers holding you back from buying that ticket. It doesn’t matter the budget, agenda, or whether or not you have a companion, listen in and get excited about all the adventure that awaits. This podcast is made in affiliation with WTBU Radio. Go to wtburadio.org for more.

  1. 08/21/2025

    Until Next Time

    Wrapping up the podcast that changed my life, we dive deep into reflection and gratitude, pulling out the golden lessons from the last four years and recognizing that it was you, all along, who held this platform strong. Stay connected to this community on Instagram: @sunshine.dime Until next time 3

    12 min

  2. 04/17/2025

    Don't Go Chasing Hurricanes

    It's Storytime. Today I'm taking you to Mexico when I accidentally chased a hurricane and met my plutonic life partner. All in the same day! This one's getting weird.

    19 min

  3. 04/03/2025

    Worst Travel Day EVER

    Welcome to storytime. Put me in your ears and get ready to hear about the worst travel day I ever had ... I promise this one's bad.

    23 min

  4. 03/20/2025

    Travel the World for Free as a College Student

    I'm finally ready to reveal my secret... In my four years of college, I've gone on eight university funded trips. That's tens of thousands of dollars! I've visited different parts of the U.S., the Middle East, and Latin America, all on my university's dime. Today, I'm spilling all the details and showing you how you can hack this too. Listen in to learn the strategies and tips that can help you travel for free while in college! Disclaimer: This episode was recorded before a lot of the university crackdowns. If you have more questions about the current landscape of traveling as a college student, check out the instagram: @sunshine.dime and reach out!

    16 min

  5. 12/31/2023

    Coming Home with Amber Kavie

    What's it like to come home after a long and transformative time away? Shandra sits down with traveler Amber Kavie to discuss the hard and confusing parts of returning and how the definition of 'home' can be constantly changing. Make sure to check out Amber's socials: Instagram: @amberkavie TikTok: @travelingwithamber And don't forget to check out our website/blog at sunshineonadime.com

    31 min

  6. 12/17/2023

    Long Distance Relationships with @danandchiara

    What's it like to date a traveler? In this episode Shandra sits down with content creators Dan and Chiara to break down misconceptions of being in a "fairytale" travel relationship. They discuss long distance struggles, advice and the hard decision of pursuing travel dreams at the risk of jeopardizing the relationship. Make sure to check out their socials! Insta: @danandchiara TikTok: @journeywithchiara  And our website/blog: sunshineonadime.com

    31 min

  7. 12/03/2023

    Planning Six Months in South America!

    In this episode, Shandra brings listeners along with her as she plans her next solo trip to South America in January. In many senses, taking this time off is the opposite of what she should be doing right now and she sits down to explain why she made the decision anyways despite the fears and apprehensions.

    18 min

  8. 11/12/2023

    A Date in Every Country with Loni James

    Loni James uses dating apps to go on a date in every country. This episode Shandra sits down with her to recap these experiences and gain inspiration for her own future dates abroad. Check out Loni's socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesloni/ Blog: https://lonijames.com/https://lonijames.com/

    32 min
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For every reason that you say you can’t travel…Sunshine on a Dime will explain how and why you actually can. Embark with Shandra Back, a full-time college student and any-time traveler as she shares stories, interviews other travelers, and provides tips and resources to break down any barriers holding you back from buying that ticket. It doesn’t matter the budget, agenda, or whether or not you have a companion, listen in and get excited about all the adventure that awaits. This podcast is made in affiliation with WTBU Radio. Go to wtburadio.org for more.

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  • Creator
    Shandra Back
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Shandra Back
  • Show Website
    Sunshine on a Dime