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Planning a trip to Paris?
Jay Swanson is an American writer & vlogger who came to Paris on a visa no one had heard of and managed to stay. His down-to-earth vlogs documenting life in Paris have built a devoted following, leading him to become a trusted local travel expert. 
Jay shares helpful and uncommon advice for tackling a city like Paris, like where to stay and how to meet locals. At the top of the episode, we also discuss his intense experience working on Mercy ships—hospital ships that travel around the world. You’ll hear about the traumatic and magical things he witnessed during that time and how that led to his crazy life as an expat in Paris.
What uncomfortable travel experience helped you grow? I'd love to hear about it and hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message.
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His life-changing experience working on Mercy ships in developing countries and the traumatic event that caused him to have PTSD (and why he chose to keep going)

His internal struggles while transitioning back to “regular” life after seeing so much suffering 

Insights into measuring personal growth, balancing your own needs with serving others, and leading a value-driven life

The wild story of how he moved to Paris on a visa that no one had ever heard of 

The French culture and one word that will make all the difference in connecting with locals

Why you should avoid staying near the Eiffel Tower

Where to go for the best food and drinks (not the tourist traps!)

Where to go for a nice coffee and do some writing that’s not your usual place

His #1 piece of advice for making a living on YouTube with less than 100k subscribers

And so much more

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Do you suffer from anxiety? How have the unknowns of the road hindered your travel plans? What role does stress play in your travel planning?
We are diving into mental health and how it affects your life choices and future plans with Gilad Gamliel from The Overthinker's Passport. He is very open in sharing his struggles with mental health issues as we talk about how he's learned to control them, the role travel plays in his journey, the balance between planning vs. spontaneity, and more.
Has your mental health ever prevented you from traveling? How has travel helped you overcome your anxiety? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you will share by sending me an audio message.
*We're sharing previous episodes to highlight Mental Health Month! Zero To Travel episodes are timeless and provide valuable insight whenever you listen.
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Why it’s important to speak up about mental health and diagnoses

When his anxiety and OCD began and how it’s impacted his life

Signs that you may need help with your anxiety or mental health condition

How he broke free from his comfort bubble (and how you can, too!)

How travel helps you get comfortable with the unknown

The anxieties of freelance and contract work

The transformation he saw in himself during and after travel

Why he prefers a loosely structured itinerary for traveling with anxiety 

What it’s been like returning to American culture

What he’s learned from putting himself out there

And so much more

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A quick, important announcement on what’s coming up this month on the podcast!
*Please be aware this episode does mention suicide as we talk about Mental Health Month.
What topics and themes do you want to learn about on the podcast? I'd love to hear what they are and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
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Harry Mitsidis is one of only three people to have visited every country in the world…TWICE! 
He is also the founder of NomadMania, an online community that inspires global explorers to venture beyond the ordinary and obvious to celebrate the world’s diversity. In this community, travelers track their progress across various lists and are ranked based on their travel accomplishments. 
Today, we talk about the potential moral and ethical issues surrounding this idea of systemized travel and ranking travelers and how (when used intentionally) it can create meaningful travel experiences. 
As someone who empowers people to get out, see the world, and spend quality time off the beaten track, we also have a bigger conversation around his unique perspectives on travel and what motivates him to continue exploring the world. Of course, there are plenty of destination recommendations (like the best place to be pleasantly surprised!) and insights into filling your life with travel.
What do you think of gamifying travel? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
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Why he continues to pursue his travel goals despite having traveled so extensively already

What makes NomadMania more than just a checklist and how systemic travel can help you explore in a new way

The ethics around NomadMadia and gamifying travel

The best regions to go for food, art, a breathtaking view, and more

An act of kindness that’s really stuck with him (that he hasn’t shared before)

3 places you should visit before they get too popular

The trip that changed Harry’s life

Something serious to consider when incorporating more travel into your life

His biggest regret as a traveler and the important wisdom he carries with him on his travels

And so much more

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Have you ever encountered something while traveling that sparked a "crazy idea" or inspired you to make a change? 
For the past six months, Robbie, Ivo, Jasper, and Josh have created adventure videos in Kenya for their YouTube channel, and it quickly became apparent that the loss of tourism due to Covid-19 is hurting parks and conservancies throughout Africa. After interviewing rangers and uncovering the truth about reduced salaries and increased workload, the creators knew they had to act.
Learn how four young YouTubers decided to journey from Kenya to Cape Town in nothing but two tuk-tuks, all in the name of conservation. 
What is one thing you can do to create change within your community? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you will share by sending me an audio message.
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How the Tuk South crew came into existence

All about the latest project

What it was like growing up in Kenya

How much it costs to modify a tuk-tuk for a long-distance trip

When they're planning to embark on the journey

The impact the Covid-19 pandemic had on conservation in Africa

Lessons from the journey and hopes for the future

Why tuk-tuks?  

How to follow and support the Tuk South project

And so much more

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This is a human-powered adventure story not just because Daniel Troia traveled by bike…but because it was powered by the kindness of strangers.
Equipped with hidden camera glasses and a cardboard sign that said, "Ran out of food. Anything helps," Daniel spent seven months bicycling across the United States, listening to stories from the people who offered help. His travel documentary, “We Are All In This Together,” has garnered 15 awards at various film festivals and is being used to raise money for homeless shelters.
What did he learn from the experience? Find out today as Daniel recounts his adventure and the making of the film. 
You’ll hear why he felt uncomfortable nearly the entire trip, the unexpected people he met who changed his life, and the biggest lessons he learned about adversity, grief, togetherness, and humanity as a whole. You’ll get advice on long-distance biking, dealing with confrontations, and more.
What have your travels taught you about humanity? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
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The intention behind his trip and how he balanced being present with documenting the experience

Why the experience made him so uncomfortable, and the surprising themes he noticed about people

What this taught him about avoiding things that make you uncomfortable

Advice for doing a long-distance trip (with or without money!)

The powerful, serendipitous moments that made the trip so incredible

The effects of living this kind of lifestyle for an extended period 

How the experience changed his behaviors, decision-making, and the way he interacts with others

Why he felt that he needed to do this and what it taught him about the political division in the country

What it was like putting together the documentary while still trying to process the experience

Tips for stealthy camping spots, dumpster diving, handling confrontation, and hitchhiking

And so much more

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