Youre a Tourist

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Youre a Tourist Podcast

Katie Dudley is an award winning researcher, educator, and comedian. In each episode she brings on a new guest to help uncover an array of unspoken aspects of tourism and ways listeners can become more responsible tourists.

AUG 8

Exploring the World of Through & Managing Human Impact on National Parks

In this episode, Dr. Katie Dudley and Dr. Brian Peterson discuss through hiking and the experiences and challenges associated with long-distance trails like the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail. They also touch on the impact of tourism on these trails and the issues of crowding and ecological impact. The conversation includes humorous anecdotes about tourists' encounters with wildlife and headlines related to tourism in national parks. Dr. Peterson shares his insights on the evolving culture of through hiking and the desire for solitude among hikers. The conversation in this part focuses on the management of national parks and the impact of human activities on wildlife and the natural soundscape. Dr. Peterson discusses his research projects with the National Park Service, including the analysis of flights and the development of air tour management plans. He emphasizes the need for managing overflights to protect the natural soundscape and wildlife. The conversation also touches on the importance of education and setting goals that have a probability of failure, such as participating in ultra marathons. In this conversation, they discusses the accessibility of ultra marathons and the impact of social media on outdoor activities. He also explores the issue of overcrowding in national parks and offers tips for being a responsible tourist. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Through Hiking 05:50 Tourist in the News: Woman Feeding Peanut Butter to a Bear 11:41 Tourist in the News: Appalachian Trail Record Breaker 15:18 Dr. Peterson's Work on National Parks and Crowding 19:35 The Impact of Through Hiking on Local Communities 23:13 The Personalities of Different Trails 26:21 Analyzing Flights and Developing Air Tour Management Plans 32:46 The Importance of Education in Mitigating Ecological Impacts 36:25 Reevaluating Management Strategies for National Parks 41:36 The Challenge and Reward of Setting Big, Scary Goals 49:08 The Experience of Ultra Marathons 52:23 The Influence of Social Media on Outdoor Activities 56:14 Alternative Outdoor Areas and Supporting Local Economies For more deep dives into all things tourism, SUBSCRIBE to this channel and follow You're a Tourist: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@YoureaTourist IG @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist IG @kateddudley Website: www.youreatourist.com/

1h 16m
AUG 1

Traveling with a disability w/Jennifer Kumiyama

Summary In this episode, host Dr. Katie Dudley and guest Jennifer Kumiyama discuss the experience of traveling with a disability. Jennifer was born with Arthrogryposis and uses a wheelchair daily. She is a disability rights activist, singer and actress who can be heard as the voice of Dahlia in Disney's animated feature "WISH". She currently works as the Citywide Accessibility Coordinator at the City of Long Beach and loves spending time with her family, friends and cats; and traveling. They start by playing a game called Tourists in the News, where they discuss funny and bizarre headlines related to tourism and Jennifer shares her love for travel and her favorite destinations, including New York and Hawaii. They discuss the challenges faced by travelers with disabilities, such as inaccessible infrastructure and lack of training for airline staff. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of speaking up and advocating for better accessibility in the travel industry. Throughout this conversation, Jennifer Kumiyama discusses the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in the tourism industry. She highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities when traveling and emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding from both tourists and service providers. Jennifer also shares her experiences with the TSA and discusses the issues surrounding the DAS Pass at Disneyland. She acknowledges the progress that has been made in terms of accessibility but emphasizes the need for continued improvement. Jennifer provides tips for tourists, including treating people with disabilities with dignity and respect, being mindful of accessible facilities, and avoiding stereotypes and offensive comments. Keywords travel, disability, tourism, accessibility, airline, headlines, inclusivity, accessibility, tourism industry, disabilities, empathy, understanding, TSA, DAS Pass, Disneyland, progress, tips For more deep dives into all things tourism, SUBSCRIBE to this podcast and follow You're a Tourist: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@YoureaTourist IG @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist IG @kateddudley Website: www.youreatourist.com/

1h 6m
JUL 25

Working Remotely while Cruising

This week tourism researcher, educator and comedian Dr. Katie Dudley sits down with self-proclaimed #cruiser , Emily Banks to take a deep dive into cruising and how to combine travel with working remotely. #tourism #travel #cruise #remotework #podcast #cruiselife #cruiser For more deep dives into all things tourism, SUBSCRIBE to this channel and follow You're a Tourist: YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@YoureaTourist IG: @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist IG @kateddudley Website: www.youreatourist.com/

1h 22m
JUL 11

Hippies, Jam Bands and Hope for Gen Z

In this episode, tourism researcher, educator and comedian Dr. Katie Dudley talks with an old pal from SIU-Carbondale (Go Salukis!) and current high school art teacher about his time following the band Phish. Listen as they get nostalgic over a time when twenty-somethings could screw up without documentation, parking lot shenanigans and EDM. For more deep dives into all things tourism, follow and subscribe to You're a Tourist: YouTube: / @youreatourist IG: @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist IG: @kateddudley Website: www.youreatourist.com/

1h 9m
JUN 27

Talking Tourism in Charleston, SC

In this episode, tourism researcher, educator and comedian Dr. Katie Dudley talks with Tamika Gadsden, an organizer, media entrepreneur and special advisor to the mayor of Charleston, SC, about tourism in one of the most popular tourism destinations in the world. They dive into issues facing popular tourism destinations across the globe such as Airbnbs, dealing with tourists and specific to Charleston, the implications of packaging a tourism version of a dark past. For more deep dives into all things tourism, follow and subscribe to You're a Tourist: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@YoureaTourist IG @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist IG @kateddudley Website: www.youreatourist.com/

1h 16m
JUN 20

Traveling with an autistic child

In this episode, Katie sits down with comedian and mother to a 9-year-old autistic son Katie Blunt to discuss challenges and tips for anyone traveling with a child who is neurodivergent as well as things other parents and travelers can do to be more supportive and empathetic fellow tourists. For more deep dives into all things tourism, SUBSCRIBE to this podcast and follow You're a Tourist: IG @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YoureaTourist IG @kateddudley Website: www.youreatourist.com/ Follow Katie Blunt: IG @katiebluntcomedy Website: www.katiebluntcomedy.com

1h 17m
JUN 13

Wild & Wonderful West Virginia with Nick Griffith

This week Katie sits down with comedian, writer and West Virginia native Nick Griffith. They cover everything from image issues and labor unions to drunken nights and the Mothman. We learn about West Virginia history and Nick gives over 20 different tourism spots to check out...and do it on the cheap.....shhhh! For more deep dives into all things tourism, follow You're a Tourist: IG @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist IG @kateddudley Website: www.youreatourist.com/ Follow Nick Griffith: IG @fakeNickGriff Website: www.nickgriffithcomedy.com

1h 17m
JUN 6

Tourists in Paradise...Living in a tourism destination

In this episode, Katie talks with comedian Justine Smith about what it's like to live in Hawaii. They dive into issues facing popular tourism destinations across the globe such as affordable housing, low wages, and of course...dealing with tourists. For more deep dives into all things tourism, follow You're a Tourist: IG @YoureaTourist TikTok: @YoureaTourist IG @kateddudley Watch full episode on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@YoureaTourist Website: https://www.youreatourist.com/ Follow Justine Smith: IG @JustineSmithComedy Website: https://www.dirtygirlcomedy.com/ Check out My Bar - IG @MyBarKona

1h 11m
MAY 30

Sexism, Stereotypes and Strong Women in the Outdoor Industry

Join us for this episode where Katie and Dr. Maria Blevins take a deep dive into sexual harassment, stereotypes and their experiences working as whitewater raft guides. Follow You're a Tourist on: Instagram: @youreatourist TikTok: @youreatourist Watch the full episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@YoureaTourist

1h 13m
MAY 9

Travelers, Tourists & Tigers

In this episode, Dr. Katie Dudley and Dr. Devyani Singh discuss wildlife tourism and the impact of tourists on wildlife and local communities 🐅 🗞️ They play a game called 'Tourists in the News' where they discuss headlines about tourists getting in trouble with wild animals. ✅ They also explore the concept of being a traveler versus a tourist and the importance of being a responsible tourist. 🎓 Dr. Singh shares her research on the connection between people and the environment, specifically focusing on tiger conservation in India. The conversation explores the challenges and complexities of wildlife tourism in India, particularly focusing on tiger reserves. It discusses the motivations behind tourists wanting close encounters with wildlife, the cultural factors that influence the behavior of local people towards tourists, and the importance of respecting animal behavior and personal space. 🤳 They also touch on the positive and negative impacts of tourism on wildlife conservation, the misconceptions about tiger behavior, and the author's personal experience of finally seeing a tiger in the wild and the importance of experiencing wildlife tourism beyond just capturing a photo. 🌈 Dr. Singh encourages listeners to ask questions, engage with local guides, and learn about the larger conservation issues surrounding wildlife tourism. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️ MORE YOU'RE A TOURIST! ⟡ https://www.instagram.com/youre_a_tourist/ ⟡ https://www.tiktok.com/@youre_a_tourist ⟡ https://spoti.fi/4dVW6lO ⟡ https://apple.co/3WNDq1I ⟡ https://www.kateddudley.com/ ⟡ Email: katie@youreatourist.com ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️ LINKS I MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️ 🔥 RESOURCES I CREATED FOR YOU! ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️

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Katie Dudley is an award winning researcher, educator, and comedian. In each episode she brings on a new guest to help uncover an array of unspoken aspects of tourism and ways listeners can become more responsible tourists.

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