Pride Nomad Unleashed

Ken Krell
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Picture waking up to ocean views in Gran Canaria, spending afternoons with rescued elephants in Thailand, and catching golden hour in Bali—while running a thriving business and being 100% authentically YOU. Every week, PrideNomad founder and Chief Fun Officer Ken Krell shares the unfiltered playbook for turning that dream into reality. This isn't another "quit your job and live on the beach" podcast. It's your complete guide to building true location independence as an LGBTQ+ digital nomad...served with a heavy dose of sass, strategy, and zero filter, because who says building an empire can't be fabulous AND fun? Why trust Ken's guidance? While others are busy posting perfect Instagram shots, he's been busy building: • A thriving global LGBTQ+ digital nomad community • Life-changing annual summits that create lasting connections • A foundation supporting LGBTQ+ communities worldwide • Partnerships with IGLTA and leading LGBTQ+ organizations • The must-read PrideNomad™ Letter packed with actionable insights • And now... this no-holds-barred podcast that tells it like it IS Join Ken and his global community of PrideNomad Experts as they dive DEEP into: • Building location-independent businesses that actually make money (while living your best life) • Next-level business strategies most "gurus" won't touch • Navigating different cultures as an LGBTQ+ entrepreneur • Real talk about relationships and connection abroad • Tax strategies, visas, and all that "boring but important" stuff • Finding your tribe in every corner of the world • Travel hacks that'll save you thousands • And raw conversations about living authentically wherever you go THIS PODCAST IS YOUR JAM IF: • You're an LGBTQ+ professional ready to break free from the 9-5 grind • You're already nomading but want to level up your game • You're an aspiring entrepreneur craving lifestyle freedom • You dream of exploring while being 100% authentic • You're tired of playing small and ready for something extraordinary • You want REAL strategies, not just Instagram-perfect fluff • You're seeking genuine community while building your empire And especially... If you've ever been told "that lifestyle isn't realistic for someone like you." (Spoiler: Our community proves those haters wrong every single day. ) The complete PrideNomad ecosystem includes: • The PrideNomad™ Letter - Your weekly dose of location-independent wisdom • The PrideNomad Foundation - Creating real impact in global LGBTQ+ communities • The PrideNomad Hub - Your virtual home for connection & growth • The World Playground Summit - Where nomads share uncensored experiences • The PrideNomad's Guide to Location Independence - Ken's new book dropping truth bombs Whether you're already living the nomad life, dreaming of your first adventure, or just love the energy of our community (allies, we see you! ), PrideNomad Unleashed gives you the blueprint for creating a life of true freedom. WHAT TO EXPECT: Each episode brings you raw, unfiltered conversations about: • Building real freedom through location-independent income • Creating genuine connections across cultures • Navigating the unique challenges (and perks!) of LGBTQ+ nomad life • And real stories from PrideNomads who are living their truth globally Because life's too short to live in one place. Or to live by someone else's rules. Ready to join the movement? Two ways to dive in: Listen to PrideNomad Unleashed: PrideNomad.com/podcast Get the weekly PrideNomad™ Letter: PrideNomad.com/letter Your global adventure starts here. #LGBTQTravel #DigitalNomad #QueerEntrepreneur #LocationIndependent #PrideNomad #TravelPodcast #QueerTravel #RemoteWork #GlobalCitizen

  1. 2d ago

    Say Yes to the Adventure: Chris Smith on Queer Travel, Outdoor Community, and Pride Adventure Travel

    Quick question. When's the last time you saw a queer person in an outdoor adventure ad? Not a Pride Month Instagram post from a gear company. An actual ad. For an actual trip. With an actual queer person doing the thing. Yeah. Chris Smith noticed that too. So he built Pride Adventure Travel — and spent years proving something the outdoor industry apparently needed proof of: that queer people belong on mountains, on trails, in the water, and everywhere else the adventure world used to pretend we didn't exist. In this episode, Chris gets into the outdoor industry's complicated (and honestly, pretty embarrassing) relationship with diversity… What it actually feels like to show up at a trailhead as a visibly queer person… And why group adventure travel does something for queer people that solo trips can't — it builds a community that holds you while you push yourself. We also cover the practical stuff. How to find queer-friendly outdoor adventures. What to look for in a guide or operator. Red flags. Green flags. And the thing Chris keeps coming back to: the best trips of your life will probably be the ones that scare you a little first. If you've ever stood at the edge of something — a mountain, a decision, a new chapter — and wondered whether you were allowed to go… Chris Smith's answer is yes. Full stop. Always yes.

  2. 4d ago

    Luxury, Safety, and Moments That Matter: Duncan Greenfield-Turk Unleashed

    Here's a question nobody in luxury travel wants to answer honestly: Does spending more money make you safer as a queer traveler? Duncan Greenfield-Turk has been sitting with that question for years. And his answer is more complicated — and more useful — than you'd expect. As one of the leading voices in LGBTQ+ luxury travel, Duncan lives at the intersection of high-end experiences and the very real safety math that queer travelers run every single time they book a trip. You know the math. The one you do silently. Can I hold my partner's hand here? What happens if someone clocks us at dinner? Is this resort actually welcoming, or did they just update their website for Pride Month? In this episode, Duncan gets into what luxury travel actually buys you when you're queer. (Hint: it's not thread count. It's control over your environment.) He talks about how to tell the difference between a destination that's genuinely welcoming versus one that's performatively rainbow-flagged… The emotional labor of traveling while queer — a real cost that nobody's pricing into the trip… The destinations that are actually leading on inclusion… and the ones that are all marketing and no substance… And what happens when some of the most beautiful places on earth are also some of the most dangerous for people like us. Duncan doesn't sugarcoat it. Some expensive resorts will still make you invisible. Some cheap guesthouses will make you feel like family. He knows which is which. We also talk about the moment he knew he wanted to specialize in LGBTQ+ luxury travel… what clients ask him that they won't ask anyone else… and what one perfect trip changed for him personally. This is for anyone who's ever looked at a gorgeous photo on Instagram and suspected it wasn't telling the whole story. You were right. Duncan tells the rest.

  3. Jul 17

    Queer History Is Not a Footnote: Michael Venturiello on Christopher Street Tours

    There's a version of the West Village that exists on Instagram. Cute cafés. Brownstones. Maybe a rainbow crosswalk. And then there's the version Michael Venturiello knows. The one with blood on the sidewalks. The one where people died — of violence, of neglect, of a plague the government pretended wasn't happening. The one where a community built itself out of nothing, in the face of everything, on streets you can still walk today. Michael founded Christopher Street Tours because those stories were disappearing. Not accidentally. Deliberately. Gentrification paves over them. Assimilation smooths them out. And historical amnesia does the rest. In this episode, Michael takes us through the real West Village — the Stonewall era as it actually happened inside the neighborhood, the AIDS crisis and how it reshaped every block, and the ongoing fight to make sure LGBTQ+ history gets treated as history… not a footnote someone can skip. We talk about what it means to run a queer business on the exact streets where queer history was made… Why place matters so much to identity — especially queer identity… The threat of erasure that's happening right now, not in some abstract future… And what Michael hopes people carry with them after the tour ends. This isn't a charming walking tour episode. It's about the radical act of refusing to let our stories be forgotten. Every name Michael says out loud is a name someone tried to erase. And every tour he gives is an argument that our lives are worth remembering.

  4. Jul 15

    The Queer Paris They Never Taught You: Queer Tours France Unleashed

    Paris has always been romantic. But according to Queer Tours France, it has also always been a lot more queer than your history books admitted. In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken sits down with the fabulous trio behind Queer Tours France: Charlotte, Alex, and Doina—three licensed guides who decided they were done letting queer people be treated like footnotes in French history. Together, they created a series of LGBTQ+ history tours across Paris and Versailles that reveal the stories hiding in plain sight: royal gardens used as cruising spots, sapphic rumors around Marie Antoinette, queer traces inside the Louvre, the hidden LGBTQ+ history of Le Marais, and the uncomfortable truth that many of the “classic” Paris stories were straight-washed for centuries. This is not your boring museum tour. Charlotte brings activism, music, deep research, and filthy jokes. Alex brings storytelling, history, Instagram brilliance, and the kind of guide energy that could apparently start a new religion. Doina brings wit, website wizardry, queer historical arguments, and the ability to turn a classic Paris tour into something far more alive. The conversation covers how Queer Tours France came together, why LGBTQ+ travelers need spaces where they can relax into their own community, and how queer tours change the emotional experience of travel. As Doina explains, a queer tour feels different because the guide and guests are not just sharing facts—they are sharing community. Ken and the trio also talk about the business of queer tourism, why platforms like GetYourGuide and Viator can be useful but problematic, and why booking directly with local guides is often better for both travelers and the people creating the experience. And yes, things get deliciously naughty. You’ll learn why the Tuileries Garden has been associated with cruising since the 1600s, why some parts of Paris still shift energy dramatically after dark, and why Charlotte’s “bushes open 24/7” line may deserve its own plaque. But underneath the laughter is something serious: queer history matters. It matters because it reminds us we were always there. In the museums. In the gardens. In the palaces. In the cafés. In the art. In the scandals. In the revolutions. In the love stories they tried to erase. Whether you’re planning your first trip to Paris, returning for the tenth time, or dreaming of a more meaningful LGBTQ+ travel experience, this episode will make you see the city differently. Paris was never just the City of Light. It was also the city of hidden rainbows. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://pridenomad.com/

    The Queer Paris They Never Taught You: Queer Tours France Unleashed

  5. Jul 10

    They Sold Everything to Travel Full-Time: Tom & Mike on Love, Freedom, and Slowmad Life

    What happens when you sell everything, leave the traditional life behind, and decide the world is home? In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken sits down with Tom and Mike of Take Time To Travel, a Canadian couple who did exactly that. In the middle of COVID, they made a decision most people only fantasize about: they got rid of nearly all their possessions and began traveling full-time. Almost five years later, they’re still going. This conversation is refreshingly real. It’s not the glossy influencer version of travel where everything is sunsets, cocktails, and suspiciously perfect linen shirts. Tom and Mike talk about the actual mechanics of living on the road as a couple: money, healthcare, Airbnb research, travel insurance, family obligations, packing, visa limits, relationship dynamics, airport stress, and the occasional cold shower in Colombia. They share how they transitioned from careers in finance, real estate, and trading into a location-independent life supported by pensions, smart budgeting, YouTube, sponsorships, and choosing destinations where the cost of living actually works. Ken, Tom, and Mike dig into what it means to be “slowmads”—staying in places for months at a time instead of racing through countries like a checklist. They talk about Mexico City, Spain, Thailand, Lisbon, Athens, Colombia, Paris, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, and the constant question that follows every great destination: Could we live here? The episode also gets into something many travel shows skip: what it’s really like to travel full-time as a couple. Tom and Mike talk about navigating travel-day stress, spending almost every waking hour together, maintaining connection with family and friends back home, and why compatibility matters more than age. For anyone who has ever wondered whether full-time travel is possible after 50, whether it’s too late to start, or whether selling everything is brave or insane, this episode is both practical and inspiring. Tom’s advice is simple: If you have your health, go now. Because at some point, health, insurance, family obligations, or life itself may make the decision for you. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://pridenomad.com/

  6. Jul 8

    Rage, Art, and Radical Gratitude: David Reddish on Staying Human in Terrifying Times

    What do superheroes, democracy, queer visibility, political rage, yoga, gratitude, and Battlestar Galactica have in common? Apparently… David Reddish. In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken sits down with David Reddish—journalist, novelist, political commentator, creative force, and one of the sharp voices behind the Occupy Democrats YouTube channel—for a conversation that goes far beyond the headlines. David has lived several lives already: child actor, classical vocalist, entertainment journalist, novelist, political activist, fashion designer, former go-go dancer, and now daily political commentator. But underneath the wild résumé is something more urgent: a man trying to help people stay awake, stay brave, and stay human in a moment when democracy feels frighteningly fragile. The conversation starts with how David found his way into political commentary after years in entertainment journalism, then moves into the emotional cost of reporting on political chaos every day. As David says, he did not fully realize what it would mean psychologically to live in “all Trump, all American carnage, all the time”—but he also found something powerful in it: a voice. Not just his voice, but a way to help others channel their frustration, fear, and rage. From there, Ken and David dig into persuasion, political division, queer visibility, and why being nice may be one of the most underrated tools in the fight for democracy. They talk about Pete Buttigieg’s ability to walk into hostile media spaces and stay calm, prepared, and human. They explore why coming out has been one of the most powerful civil rights strategies in American history, because it forces people to realize: you’re not talking about an abstract issue—you’re talking about me. And because this is Pride Nomad Unleashed, the conversation also turns toward travel, perspective, and why Americans need to get out of their bubbles. For Ken, travel is not just escape. It is a way of building bridges, softening fear, and showing the world that queer people are not the enemy—we’re usually better dressed, more fun, and throwing the best parties. David also brings a fascinating lens as a cultural critic, connecting political moments to the stories we tell through film, superheroes, and art. He argues that art is where we record the human experience, wrestle with morality, and learn empathy—whether through Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, It’s a Wonderful Life, Philadelphia, The Lord of the Rings, Spider-Man, or The Dark Knight. But the episode does not stay in the darkness. Ken asks the question we all need answered: How do you relax when you are carrying this much intensity? David’s answer is refreshingly human: yoga, friends, trivia, wine, creativity, making things with his hands, and radical gratitude. He talks about the need for creative people to create—because when creative energy has nowhere to go, it can become destructive. By the end, this becomes one of the most unexpectedly hopeful conversations in the Pride Nomad Unleashed archive. Yes, the world is chaotic. Yes, democracy is under pressure. Yes, the news can feel like poison. But there are still flowers blooming, friends laughing, books being written, art being made, and people brave enough to keep speaking. And sometimes, that is where the fight begins. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://pridenomad.com/

  7. Jul 3

    Stop Performing Fabulous: David & John on Queer Money, Debt, and Real Financial Freedom

    What if the thing keeping you from your dream life isn’t money itself—but the story you’ve attached to it? In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken sits down with David and John, the Debt Free Guys and hosts of the Queer Money Podcast, for a brutally honest, funny, and deeply necessary conversation about money, shame, status, debt, and the very queer pressure to look fabulous even when your finances are falling apart. David and John know this story personally. Before becoming financial educators, they were two financial professionals sitting in a gloomy basement apartment with $51,000 in credit card debt, dreaming about a vacation home they absolutely could not afford. That wake-up call became the beginning of their transformation—and eventually, the foundation for helping LGBTQ+ people build real financial freedom. This conversation goes way beyond budgeting apps and boring spreadsheets. We talk about why money is different for LGBTQ+ people, how self-worth gets tangled up in spending, why so many of us chase approval through clothes, trips, cocktails, bags, and “A-list gay” performance, and how to stop living like your Instagram feed is more important than your future. You’ll also hear about their Debt Lasso Method, why it may beat the traditional snowball and avalanche debt payoff strategies, and how they paid off $51,000 in credit card debt in under three years by attacking interest, automating payments, and treating debt payoff like a real bill. And because this is Pride Nomad Unleashed, we also get into the travel side: how living abroad or becoming location-independent can dramatically reduce your cost of living, why you don’t need a luxury hotel to have a rich life, and how to build a lifestyle that actually gives you freedom instead of just looking good from the outside. This is one of those episodes every queer person should hear—especially if you’ve ever thought: “I can’t afford that life.” “Everyone else seems to be doing better than me.” “I’m too old to fix my finances.” “I want to travel, but I’m broke.” Or… “I know my BMI, but not my credit score.” Honey, this one’s for you. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://pridenomad.com/

    Stop Performing Fabulous: David & John on Queer Money, Debt, and Real Financial Freedom

  8. Jul 1

    Dive Deeper: Building LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces Beneath the Surface with Greg Hamman

    What if the safest place to be yourself… wasn’t on land? In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken sits down with Greg Hamman, the force behind Undersea Expeditions, a global LGBTQ+ dive travel company that’s been quietly building something far more powerful than vacations: community, safety, and belonging—underwater. This isn’t just about scuba. It’s about: 🌈 Why LGBTQ+ travelers still need safe spaces—even today🦈 The truth about diving (and why sharks aren’t the scary part)🌍 Traveling to places that don’t fully accept you—and why it still matters🤝 How “found family” forms when you put people in extraordinary environments💥 The evolution from rejection (“we don’t want your group”) to demand (“please bring your group”)🌊 How the ocean becomes a level playing field—where identity fades and connection deepens You’ll also get a real behind-the-scenes look at how these trips work—from beginner divers to hardcore liveaboard experiences (yes, 4 dives a day), and how even total newbies can safely enter the world of scuba. And if you’ve ever thought: “I want adventure… but I want to feel safe doing it.” This episode is for you. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://pridenomad.com/

    Dive Deeper: Building LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces Beneath the Surface with Greg Hamman
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Picture waking up to ocean views in Gran Canaria, spending afternoons with rescued elephants in Thailand, and catching golden hour in Bali—while running a thriving business and being 100% authentically YOU. Every week, PrideNomad founder and Chief Fun Officer Ken Krell shares the unfiltered playbook for turning that dream into reality. This isn't another "quit your job and live on the beach" podcast. It's your complete guide to building true location independence as an LGBTQ+ digital nomad...served with a heavy dose of sass, strategy, and zero filter, because who says building an empire can't be fabulous AND fun? Why trust Ken's guidance? While others are busy posting perfect Instagram shots, he's been busy building: • A thriving global LGBTQ+ digital nomad community • Life-changing annual summits that create lasting connections • A foundation supporting LGBTQ+ communities worldwide • Partnerships with IGLTA and leading LGBTQ+ organizations • The must-read PrideNomad™ Letter packed with actionable insights • And now... this no-holds-barred podcast that tells it like it IS Join Ken and his global community of PrideNomad Experts as they dive DEEP into: • Building location-independent businesses that actually make money (while living your best life) • Next-level business strategies most "gurus" won't touch • Navigating different cultures as an LGBTQ+ entrepreneur • Real talk about relationships and connection abroad • Tax strategies, visas, and all that "boring but important" stuff • Finding your tribe in every corner of the world • Travel hacks that'll save you thousands • And raw conversations about living authentically wherever you go THIS PODCAST IS YOUR JAM IF: • You're an LGBTQ+ professional ready to break free from the 9-5 grind • You're already nomading but want to level up your game • You're an aspiring entrepreneur craving lifestyle freedom • You dream of exploring while being 100% authentic • You're tired of playing small and ready for something extraordinary • You want REAL strategies, not just Instagram-perfect fluff • You're seeking genuine community while building your empire And especially... If you've ever been told "that lifestyle isn't realistic for someone like you." (Spoiler: Our community proves those haters wrong every single day. ) The complete PrideNomad ecosystem includes: • The PrideNomad™ Letter - Your weekly dose of location-independent wisdom • The PrideNomad Foundation - Creating real impact in global LGBTQ+ communities • The PrideNomad Hub - Your virtual home for connection & growth • The World Playground Summit - Where nomads share uncensored experiences • The PrideNomad's Guide to Location Independence - Ken's new book dropping truth bombs Whether you're already living the nomad life, dreaming of your first adventure, or just love the energy of our community (allies, we see you! ), PrideNomad Unleashed gives you the blueprint for creating a life of true freedom. WHAT TO EXPECT: Each episode brings you raw, unfiltered conversations about: • Building real freedom through location-independent income • Creating genuine connections across cultures • Navigating the unique challenges (and perks!) of LGBTQ+ nomad life • And real stories from PrideNomads who are living their truth globally Because life's too short to live in one place. Or to live by someone else's rules. Ready to join the movement? Two ways to dive in: Listen to PrideNomad Unleashed: PrideNomad.com/podcast Get the weekly PrideNomad™ Letter: PrideNomad.com/letter Your global adventure starts here. #LGBTQTravel #DigitalNomad #QueerEntrepreneur #LocationIndependent #PrideNomad #TravelPodcast #QueerTravel #RemoteWork #GlobalCitizen

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  • Creator
    Ken Krell
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
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