World of Travel: The Podcast

LINDSEY GRANGER & KOLYN BOYD

Perfect for travel enthusiasts and families alike, this podcast is your ultimate guide for insider insights & hidden gems.Lindsey lives for extreme activities, like skydiving, free-falling and zip-lining from the world's highest point, while Kolyn likes two feet on the ground, a cold beer, trying new foods and the ocean (he goes scuba diving with sharks)! A New Yorker and a Texan come together to find common ground. They are polar opposites with a mutual love for learning more about history, new people and cultures. They love experiencing new adventures through their baby Kynsley’s eyes. World of Travel serves as an itinerary for people dreaming of that once in a lifetime vacation, a blueprint for people nervous about traveling with young kids, and proof that people of color travel globally.

  1. 3D AGO

    Plant-Based Jan on Intentional Travel, National Parks & Eating Well on the Road

    In this energizing episode of World of Travel: The Podcast, Lindsey and Kolyn sit down with digital creator and road trip enthusiast Plant-Based Jan for a conversation about intentional living — on the plate and on the pavement. From her home base in Washington State to the sweeping mountain passes of Colorado, Jan shares how she and her husband made the bold decision to prioritize travel during their “post-survival years,” turning a long-held goal into a lifestyle. With a mission to explore every corner of the United States — starting with national parks west of the Mississippi — Jan proves that adventure doesn’t have to be international to be extraordinary. She reflects on jaw-dropping moments inside Rocky Mountain National Park, the ancient cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park, and even the unexpected food deserts outside Death Valley National Park. Along the way, she offers practical tips for maintaining a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle while navigating remote towns, gas stations, and long stretches of open road. But this conversation goes deeper than snacks and scenic drives. Jan opens up about how plant-based living reshaped her mindset — teaching her intentionality, discipline, and appreciation for the earth’s ecosystems. She discusses the synergy between nourishing your body and protecting natural spaces, why flexibility is the secret ingredient to meaningful travel, and how slowing down leads to richer human connection. This is a conversation about purpose-driven adventure, wildlife encounters, redefining “exotic,” and discovering that some of the most breathtaking bucket-list moments are right here in America. Follow Plant-Based Jan on YouTube at Plant-Based Jan — and maybe we’ll see you on the road.

    35 min
  2. FEB 12

    Digital Creator Tyler Whitley on Grief, Grace & Growing in Public

    In this heartfelt episode of World of Travel: The Podcast, Lindsey and Kolyn sit down with lifestyle creator, entrepreneur, and Temple University alum Tyler Whitley for a conversation that moves from Philly roots to purpose-driven influence. Tyler opens up about transferring to Temple in search of culture and community, finding sisterhood through Alpha Kappa Alpha, and how those college years shaped the confident, creative woman she is today. What started as a passion for beauty and artistry evolved into a successful body hair removal business in the DMV — a sacred space where women gather, heal, cry, laugh, and pour into one another. But this conversation goes deeper. Tyler bravely shares the story of losing her son at 40 weeks — a traumatic and life-altering experience that reshaped her understanding of strength, faith, and purpose. She reflects on navigating grief publicly, becoming a safe space for other women experiencing pregnancy loss, and how motherhood — raising her son and daughter — ultimately helped her find peace. The episode also explores what it means to build a family brand in the age of social media. Tyler talks candidly about balancing influence with intention, protecting her children’s autonomy in the content space, maintaining a strong marriage while both partners pursue ambition, and why she refuses to force her kids into the spotlight. This is a conversation about friendship, full-circle moments, entrepreneurship, Black motherhood, grief, joy, and choosing to live boldly — both online and off. Follow Tyler Whitley at @tyler_whitley.

    41 min
  3. FEB 12

    Inside the White House & Outside the Lines: Erica Loewe on Power, Caregiving & Calling in Love

    In this candid and layered episode of the World of Travel Podcast, Lindsey and Kolyn sit down with political strategist and former White House Director and Special Assistant to President Joe Biden, Erica Loewe, a powerhouse communicator who has shaped conversations at the highest levels of government. Erica reflects on her journey from being the outspoken kid who could not stop talking to becoming a trusted voice inside the White House and a former communications director for Congressman James Clyburn. Named to The Root 100 and Essence’s Power 40 list, she opens up about what it really means to be “bilingual” in Washington, fluent in both community and institution, able to translate the needs of Black America inside rooms not historically built for it. The conversation moves beyond politics into the deeply personal. Erica shares what it looks like to navigate leadership while supporting her mother through dementia, carrying both the public weight of responsibility and the private tenderness of caregiving. She speaks honestly about boundaries, burnout, and the emotional complexity of being strong for everyone while still needing space for herself. They also explore this new season of her life, one where she is boldly and intentionally calling in love. From making her list and checking it twice to refusing to shrink her standards, Erica talks about dating with clarity, self awareness, and a renewed sense of worth. From a transformative wellness retreat in Costa Rica to the gravity of walking through a building her ancestors once could only enter to serve, Erica reminds us that power is not just about position. It is about purpose. This episode is about influence, identity, caregiving, ambition, and choosing joy, even while carrying heavy things. Let’s get into it.

    49 min
  4. JAN 31

    Cooking With Purpose: Lorna Maseko on Creativity, Culture & Curating Awe

    In this inspiring and deeply real episode of the World of Travel Podcast, Lindsey and Kolyn sit down with South Africa’s “Culinary Princess.” Chef, author, entrepreneur, and executive producer Lorna Maseko — a global tastemaker redefining how the world experiences African cuisine. Lorna opens up about her powerful evolution from professional ballerina to becoming one of the most recognizable culinary voices on the international stage,  proving that you don’t have to live in one lane to live a meaningful life. With honesty and humor, she reflects on how discipline, perfectionism, and perseverance from ballet shaped her ability to build a brand rooted in creativity, culture, and purpose. The conversation moves through pivotal moments that changed everything: relocating to New York City, realizing the dream wasn’t what she imagined, and learning how the city forced her to live smarter — a lesson that ultimately inspired her hit show Lorna’s Pantry, built around making magic out of what you already have. From there, Lorna shares why Atlanta became her unexpected home, and how the city’s warmth, kindness, and Black excellence reminded her of Johannesburg in a way New York never could. Together, they dig into what it really means to be self-taught, to bet on yourself, and to keep creating even when traditionalists question your path. Lorna breaks down the power of her pop-ups and dining experiences, how she uses food as storytelling, and why she refuses to be boxed into one identity,  chef, host, producer, or entrepreneur. This episode is about reinvention, grit, trusting your voice, and building a life where ambition has no boundaries… while still staying grounded in community, faith, and the joy of feeding people with intention. Let’s get into it.

    50 min
  5. JAN 16

    Demetria Lucas: The Bestselling Author Who Quit Her Job and Built a Global Life

    In this vibrant and deeply honest episode of the World of Travel Podcast, Lindsey and Kolyn sit down with award-winning author, journalist, and global tastemaker Demetria Lucas, the woman has long defined herself on her own terms. Demetria reflects on a pivotal moment in 2011 when she walked away from a corporate job, invested in herself, and took her first transformative trip to Africa... a decision that cracked open a lifelong relationship with travel, freedom, and curiosity. From Johannesburg to Cape Town, Kenya to Morocco, Demetria unpacks how seeing Africa firsthand dismantled media-driven myths, reshaped her understanding of Black luxury, and ignited a desire to experience the world beyond the narrow frames she’d been shown. The conversation moves seamlessly through unforgettable travel moments: safaris that bring leopards face-to-face, dancing to amapiano until midnight, spontaneous detours to Cappadocia that feel like real-life Disney, and the quiet confidence that comes with learning how to move through the world solo. Along the way, Demetria shares why her wildly popular See Some World trips sell out in minutes, how she curates travel with intention and ease, and why creating awe — in travel, home, work, and life — is her north star. This episode is about centering yourself, embracing discomfort, redefining luxury, and giving yourself permission to want more... not just from travel, but from life. Let’s get into it.

    35 min
  6. JAN 12

    YouTube Star Camden David: Living Everywhere, Owning Nothing & Finding Home in the World

    Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they sit down with Camden David, a globe-trotting creator who has turned the idea of “home” on its head, by choosing to live in a brand-new country every single month. With a massive YouTube following and nearly four years of nonstop movement alongside his wife, Camden pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to sustain a nomadic life: quitting stable corporate jobs in Chicago, abandoning the traditional climb toward “someday,” and choosing instead to shoot for the ideal...now. In this candid and thoughtful conversation, Camden shares the realities behind the highlight reels, from visa mistakes that forced last-minute international pivots to bed bug disasters, wet laundry before flights, and learning how to make money while constantly on the move. But beyond the logistics, this episode dives into the deeper why. Camden reflects on how slow travel reshaped his values, strengthened his marriage, and taught him to look for cultural alignment, not just beautiful views, when exploring a new place. From food adventures and solo meals to his wife’s tradition of reading local authors before every destination, the conversation explores how two people can experience the same place in completely different, yet equally meaningful ways. The episode also takes listeners across the South of France, from Nice to the Riviera, unpacking hidden cultural influences, unforgettable landscapes, and why the region leaves such a lasting impression. Camden shares insights from Turkey and Cappadocia, from hot air balloons and canyon horseback rides to the behind-the-scenes logistics travelers rarely notice, and explains why places that slow life down often leave the biggest mark. Throughout the conversation, Lindsey, Kolyn, and Camden reflect on the power of human connection: chance meetings at laundromats, friendships formed in unfamiliar cities, and the realization that relationships, not possessions, become the real anchor when you live everywhere and nowhere at once. Grounded, curious, and refreshingly honest, this episode is a powerful look at redefining success, embracing uncertainty, and discovering that the world starts to feel a lot smaller—and more meaningful—the more of it you truly live in. Let’s get into it.

    36 min
  7. 12/30/2025

    Robert Sherman: War Reporting, World Travel & Lessons From the Front

    Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they connect with Robert Sherman, White House Foreign Correspondent for NewsNation and the author of the new book Lessons from the Front: A Rookie War Correspondent in Ukraine and Israel. In this expansive and deeply reflective conversation, Sherman opens up about what it means to come of age as a journalist while reporting from the front lines of some of the world’s most consequential conflicts. At just 25 years old and unsure of his path, Sherman was covering local political stories when the war in Ukraine pulled him into a global crisis far bigger than anything he had imagined: fleeing air raids, navigating foreign terrain, and confronting the reality of conflict firsthand. One year later, following Hamas’ October 7th attack, he flew straight back into the heart of it, reporting from Israel and Gaza, running from rockets, and entering Hamas tunnels while the world watched events unfold from afar. Throughout the episode, Sherman reflects on how covering Ukraine and Israel fundamentally reshaped his understanding of the world, shattering the idea that global conflicts are simple or black and white. He shares how living and reporting abroad (from Kyiv to Rome, Greece to Lithuania) broadened his perspective, deepened his curiosity, and forced him to reckon with the “fog of war” in both journalism and life. The conversation also weaves in lighter, human moments from Santorini sunsets and lessons learned traveling Europe, to the realities of being an American abroad, to what it’s really like stepping onto Air Force One as a reporter. Sherman opens up about balancing the intensity of war reporting with the need to disconnect, travel intentionally, and find grounding in the spaces between assignments. Thoughtful, eye-opening, and deeply human, this episode is a powerful look at a young journalist finding clarity in chaos—and learning, in real time, that the world is far more complex than he once believed. Let’s get into it.

    21 min

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Perfect for travel enthusiasts and families alike, this podcast is your ultimate guide for insider insights & hidden gems.Lindsey lives for extreme activities, like skydiving, free-falling and zip-lining from the world's highest point, while Kolyn likes two feet on the ground, a cold beer, trying new foods and the ocean (he goes scuba diving with sharks)! A New Yorker and a Texan come together to find common ground. They are polar opposites with a mutual love for learning more about history, new people and cultures. They love experiencing new adventures through their baby Kynsley’s eyes. World of Travel serves as an itinerary for people dreaming of that once in a lifetime vacation, a blueprint for people nervous about traveling with young kids, and proof that people of color travel globally.