Zero To Travel Podcast Jason Moore

Are you considering becoming a digital nomad or curious about the lifestyle? Kayla Ihrig is with me today to talk about the digital nomad lifestyle and the realities of working and living on the road. 
Kayla's a remote worker and business owner who's been living and traveling abroad since 2017, when she bought a one-way ticket out of the US. She's since traveled to a few dozen countries, earned a second nationality, and written the book How to Be a Digital Nomad.
In this episode, Kayla shares her journey to becoming a digital nomad and why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to the lifestyle. You’ll hear about the question she obsessed over that led to her decision to travel, her advice on building a reliable income, ways to keep travel interesting after doing it long-term, the concept of lifestyle deflation and preparing for going abroad, and much more! Whether you’re already living the life or just getting started, there’s something in this episode for everyone.
Where are you in your digital nomad journey? I'd love to hear about your experience and hope you’ll share sending me an audio message.
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Her breaking point for deciding to travel and how she leaned into her inner wisdom to cut the cord from her “normal life”

The realities of giving up “normal life” and why she’s grateful for the lifestyle she chose

The story of the first digital nomad

What it takes to travel and make a reliable income (and advice on giving up)

Why the entrepreneurial mindset is essential even if you’re employed

Her advice for setting yourself up before you leave vs. figuring it out on the road

How her writing business came to fruition and why she’s an advocate for service-based businesses

How to deflate your current lifestyle and prepare for your digital nomad life

Why it may (or may not) be a good idea to tell others about your plans

Why it’s valuable to connect with travelers before you even start

Mindset advice for choosing a destination

And so much more

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The Location Free Lifestyle With Melody from Black Digital Nomad

How to Become a Digital Nomad

Lessons From “Failing” To Go Location Independent with Paul Lam

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Alastair Humphreys is a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year who decided to trade in his grand adventures for spending an entire year roaming the local map he lived on, measuring just 20km. He’s cycled around the world for four years, raced a yacht across the Atlantic, canoed 500 miles down the Yukon River, and walked the length of the Holy Kaveri River in India (just to name a few!).
So why would someone like Alastair want to explore a single map, just one tiny area at a time near their home? You’d be surprised to discover the kind of impact this could have on someone. In this episode, you’ll hear about his unexpected adventures and the lessons from his experience, learn why adventure really is a mindset, and get practical advice for exploring your own local map.
How did this conversation change your perspective on travel? Will you explore your local grid? Use #singlemap on social media if you do! I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
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How his attitude toward adventure has changed throughout the years

The notion of “flight shame” and his thoughts on traveling with a low footprint 

The framework he set in his quest to slow down and what it taught him about paying attention

The awakening he had about our natural environment and how it shifted his passions and perspectives (plus a lesson on making lifestyle changes)

Why anything can be interesting if you’re interested

Why it’s possible to have serendipitous moments locally and his biggest regret from the project 

How this allowed him to connect with his home despite not liking where he lives 

Why this was an exercise in mindfulness, and what sitting on a log has to do with knowing your priorities 

How you can find the same fulfillment with your local map (no matter where you live)

Advice on carving your own path and why he’s optimistic for the world’s future

And so much more

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Travel With Intention And Be A Local Everywhere

Top 5 Reasons For “Slomading” + The Benefits Of Boredom With Tim Marting From Citizen Remote

Finding Meaning Through Travel w/ Dr. Christopher Daniels

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Today, I’m joined by Too Fly Foundation Co-Founder and Director of Brand Strategy Brandon Miller to learn how his transformative travel experiences led to his work in travel inclusion and creating a world where every student has the opportunity to travel.
The Too Fly Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide passports, travel grants, and educational experiences for students in underresourced communities. 
In this episode, Brandon shares why it’s important not only for their students to see the world but for the world to see their students. We talk about the challenges of travel for these communities, how he went from a fun idea with friends in a bar to advocating for systemic change, and their experience on The Kelly Clarkson Show. This conversation offers valuable perspectives on supporting travel equity, fostering inclusion, and always staying curious.
How can you bring awareness to travel equity and inclusion on your adventures? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
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The mission and vision of Too Fly Foundation and how his own privilege inspired its creation

The impact of studying abroad and how he viewed his home country differently after having those experiences

The barriers to travel for underserved communities and the “Too Fly Why” that fuels their work

The story of how he went from “turning up for a cause” to building a nonprofit 

How he blends having a full-time career with running his foundation 

Why being on The Kelly Clarkson Show and meeting Tyler Perry was an inflection point of their work

How travelers can create and bring awareness to travel inclusion and equity

His biggest takeaways from running an organization

What he learned from a stranger’s random act of kindness and his advice for anyone traveling abroad

And so much more

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How To Solve Big Problems, Making An Impact, Growing Up Around The World w/ Chesca Colloredo-Mansfeld from Miracle Feet

World Tour for Climate Change: Hitchhiking, Biking, and Low-Carbon Travel With Megan Routbort

Walking 300 Miles In Medieval Armor + Being The Change w/ Lewis Kirkbride

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This episode is also sponsored by US Bank's Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels, and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip. 

You’re up for any challenge that comes your way, and the Land Rover Defender 110 is too. Learn more at landroverusa.com/defender. 

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Mi’jan Celie Tho-Biaz is with me today to share how she’s traveled the world for the last 15 years by utilizing artist residencies. You may be surprised to discover that these opportunities aren’t just for artists in the usual sense but creatives like writers, scientists, and even psychoanalysts!
Mi’Jan is a Kennedy Center Citizen Artist, an expert speaker with the U.S. Department of State, and a current Fulbright awardee. She moves between the realms of oral history, art, media, and ritual to produce large-scale cultural projects & live events.
In this episode, Mi’Jan gives us the breakdown on artist and creative residencies, fellowships, and how to find these kinds of opportunities within our own niche. We also talk about her experience as a professional speaker and actionable advice on the topic, how to stay grounded at home and on the road, the story behind why traveling with her children was the best decision she’s made as a parent, and so much more.
What programs or residencies could be available to you? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
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Mi’Jan’s work with cultural projects and nonprofits and how that led to traveling the world 

Why travel can be the best gift for your children and a lesson on having accountability and support

What a burlesque dancer taught her about grounding practices (and advice for public speaking)

How ritual and daily activities can help you while traveling

How artist residencies can help you travel and who they’re right for (it’s broader than you think!)

The four questions she asks herself every year for clear vision

Pro tips for researching residencies, finding programs that work with your intentions and goals, and preparing for residency requirements 

Advice for leveraging your skills and interests to travel

The impact that her work in oral history has had on her life

And so much more

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Residency resources: Artist Communities, Res Artis, TransArtists


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Following Inspiration Towards A Life Of Travel with Mark and Steffi (The World’s Only Chapman Stick Duo)

The Vagabond’s Way: Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel w/ Rolf Potts

The Spiritual Journey + Travel and Creativity with Karan Bajaj

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Today, I’m joined by Neal Moore to hear about his epic 7,500-mile canoeing adventure across America, spanning 22 months, 22 states, and 22 rivers.
Neal has been dubbed the “modern-day Huckleberry Finn,” and it’s no surprise why! In this episode, you’ll discover how a family tragedy turned his world upside down and eventually led him to a life of travel. You’ll learn about the surprising way he finances his travels, his experience with mission work in Africa and hiking in Ethiopia after battling cancer, why nature-based travel is so powerful, and, of course, plenty of stories and lessons from his incredible adventures.
Would you go on this kind of adventure? I'd love to hear your thoughts and hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.
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Why living hand-to-mouth is part of the fun of travel

The unusual way he makes money on the road

How losing his mother and brother changed his life trajectory

What his mission work taught him about the human experience

Why returning to Africa was important for writing his memoir and why he chose not to live in the US

His adventures in Egypt and hiking in Ethiopia after having cancer

His journey across the United States and how a friend’s dream inspired the trip

The realities and dangers involved in river travel

How spending time in nature connects you to a place in a different way

How he portaged his canoe 500 miles in total across the States

How the trip changed his relationship with his home country and what it taught him about humanity

What his failed first attempt taught him about perseverance (and his near-death experience!) 

And so much more

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Legendary Blind Adventurer Erik Weihenmayer: Kayaking 277 Miles Down The Grand Canyon

Adventure and Conservation: A 6000 km Tuk Tuk Journey Through Africa

Hitchhiking Across The USA

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Sometimes, it just makes more sense. Book your next group stay with Airbnb!

This episode is also sponsored by US Bank's Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels, and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip. 

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Today, I’m joined by Bernie Harberts to learn how spilling a cup of coffee led him to a life of simplicity, slow travel, and being one of the only people in America to spend over 1,000 days and nights traveling by horse and mule.
Bernie is an author, filmmaker, adventurer, and speaker. He prides himself on tackling big trips in small bites, which means using no-frills equipment, asking for help along the way, and not waiting until perfection to take off on a journey.
In this episode, Bernie shares his experience traveling by mule, sailing around the world, and riding around Tasmania on a $10 bike. You’ll learn about his philosophy around slow travel and why it’s the most natural way to experience the world, and we have a deeper conversation about evolving with travel. 
Is travel essential to your personal evolution? 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 chose to live in a 500 sq. ft. cabin in the mountains of North Carolina 

His advice for maintaining a strong relationship while traveling independently

How he went from corporate sales to sailing around the world

Why it’s important to allow yourself to evolve and thrive through uncertainty 

The spontaneity of slow travel and how to lean on strangers without imposing

How an album cover led to him traveling by mule cart across Newfoundland

How he balances a slower pace of life with documenting his work in the modern world

How travel can give you a stronger connection to home and why the intention behind your travel matters 

Why we need to disconnect and spend more time “watching the hive”

What makes Nebraska a fascinating experience

And so much more

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A Horseback Ride Across the USA

Riding Across Mongolia On Horseback

How To Go Sailing Around The World

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