Power of Play Amanda Klimak & Kelly Clements

Have you ever stopped to think about the fleeting nature of time, especially in relation to the years we have with our children? Join us on a heartfelt journey with Jim and Jamie Sheils, authors of 'The Family Board Meeting', as we explore their profound mantra - 'you only have 18 summers'. This poignant reminder of the finite nature of time serves as the foundation of our discussion, as we delve into the thrill of their book reaching number one on the Wall Street Journal, and the importance ...

Do you ever grapple with the urge to check your emails while sunbathing on a pristine sandy beach? Or struggle to resist the pull of work while you're supposed to be exploring a new city? We've been there, and we're here to share our experiences and solutions in this candid chat about the trials and tribulations of disconnecting from work while traveling. From a remote Lindblad Expedition on the National Geographic Orion in the Kimberly Region of Australia to the bumpy bus rides on the outski...

Ready to reignite your passion for play and travel? Buckle up as we, your hosts, Amanda Klimak and Kelly Clements, embark on a journey back into the exhilarating world of play through travel. We discuss the latest trends, the impact of COVID-19 and the upcoming rush of Chinese travelers hitting the global market. Amanda shares her insights on the changes in the industry, the rise in prices, and emphasizes the importance of planning ahead. With the future of travel looking busier than eve...

On this episode of the Power of Play, Kelly and Amanda discuss the alarmist narrative, which leaves us in a swirl of confusion, judgment, and frustration. Staying in a strong resistance to fear can cause many to be left in as much upset as those responding directly to the threat of the virus. They discuss how negativity is negativity, suffering is suffering and fear is fear.So this morning, after facing the facts of what is true today, Kelly and Amanda share their secret weapon: s...

Kelly is joined today by Scott Largay, Director of Marketing for Largay Travel and the producer of the Power of Play podcast. Scott and Kelly are both highly seasoned travelers and today they are discussing how to preserve both personal care and personal relationships when business travel is a part of your life. Both Kelly and Scott stress the importance of creating a work/life balance while you are traveling. It is important to make room for personal time on your trips. Kelly recommends...

Kelly is joined today by Paul Largay, co-owner and CEO of Largay Travel. Paul has over 40 years of industry experience and has created an amazing company culture at Largay. His title may say CEO, but he sees himself more as a culture creator and brand manager. Paul explains that great companies are the result of attracting and retaining great people; everyone that works at Largay has to be professional, honorable, and most of all, joyful. Kelly and Paul discuss the company culture at Lar...