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Travel Tales by Afar

Travel Tales by Afar

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Travel, at its best, changes the way we see the world. Join us each week as we dig into stories from people who took a trip—and came home transformed. Travel Tales by Afar is your ticket to the world, no passport required. Ciencias Sociales Escritos y Comentarios sobre Viajes
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  • Space, Sea, and the Nudge That Saved His Life

    Space, Sea, and the Nudge That Saved His Life
    Jul 17 2025
    Jim Kitchen, professor of entrepreneurship at UNC Chapel Hill, has visited all 193 countries, rocketed 66 miles into space with Blue Origin, and descended seven miles to the ocean's deepest point—but his most important journey was learning to connect rather than just collect experiences. From childhood road trips in a wood-paneled station wagon to becoming one of only 700+ people who've seen Earth from space, in this episode of Travel Tales by Afar, Jim reveals how travel transformed him from a frantic collector into a mindful connector—and how trusting his instincts literally saved his life. In this episode, you'll discover How travel resolved an existential crisis—and changed everything What it's really like to rocket into space at 2,300 miles per hour Why listening to life's "nudges" can be a matter of survival Don't miss these transformative moments Growing up with "genetic wanderlust" and seeing America backwards from a station wagon The Afghan marketplace moment that shifted his approach from collecting to connecting Negotiating a space travel prenup and the emotional stages of preparing for launch Slapping himself awake at 2,300 mph because he wasn't going to be "that guy" The profound silence of space and seeing Earth without borders Smuggling pounds of stickers to space in oversized socks (sorry, Blue Origin!) Descending seven miles down to find life thriving in the most inhospitable conditions The nudge that saved his life when he walked away from the doomed Titan submersible Resources Read the transcript of the episode Follow Jim Kitchen on Instagram Learn more about Blue Origin space tourism Read about the Challenger Deep and Mariana Trench exploration
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    51 m
  • The Woman Who Turned Dancing into a Passport to the World

    The Woman Who Turned Dancing into a Passport to the World
    Jul 10 2025
    Mickela Mallozzi, Emmy award-winning host of PBS's Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi, transforms strangers into dance partners across seven continents. Whether learning sean-nós in Ireland or celebrating Matariki in New Zealand, in this episode of Travel Tales by Afar, Mickela reveals how asking permission opens doors to authentic cultural experiences—and why the best travel connections happen when you follow your passion. In this episode, you'll discover How cultural appreciation differs from cultural appropriation—and why permission is key What it's like to film a travel show without rehearsals or mirrors Why dance reveals migration patterns and cultural connections across continents Don't miss these transformative moments [03:00] How Mickela's mission evolved from selfish adventure to platform for marginalized communities [06:00] The weekly Zoom meetings with Māori elders that made filming in New Zealand possible [11:00] Growing up in an immigrant family—from slaughtering chickens in Italy to catching the travel bug [14:00] The Europade festival that reminded her why she fell in love with this work [19:00] How Irish sean-nós connects to Appalachian clogging and eventually becomes tap dancing [23:00] Why the Caribbean is her favorite place to see cultural fusion in action [28:00] Her best travel advice: Find what you love at home, then do it everywhere you go Read the transcript of the episode Follow Mickela Mallozzi on Instagram. Watch Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi seasons 7 and 8 (premiering December 2025) Read more about Mickela's adventures in Ireland and Morocco on afar.com. Be sure to subscribe to the show and to sign up for our podcast newsletter,⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode. And explore our other podcasts,⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Unpacked⁠⁠⁠⁠, which unpacks a tricky topic in travel each week, and ⁠View From Afar⁠, where we spotlight the people and the ideas shaping the future of travel. Travel Tales by Afar is part of Airwave Media's podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast.
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  • A Ride Through South Dakota’s Most Misunderstood Festival

    A Ride Through South Dakota’s Most Misunderstood Festival
    Jul 3 2025
    Jaymee Sire⁠, host of Food Network Obsessed podcast, trades tasting menus for throttle grips at the legendary Sturgis Motorcyle Rally in South Dakota. Whether riding two-up through the Black Hills or bonding over leather stamping and welding with a multigenerational crew of women riders, in this episode of Travel Tales by Afar, Jaymee reveals the side of Sturgis Buffalo Chip few outsiders get to see. 125 Bikers, 50 Miles, and One Beginner Biker In this episode, you’ll discover: Biker Belles, the annual women’s ride that breaks biking stereotypes. What it’s like to attend Sturgis Buffalo Chip, one of the nation’s oldest music festivals. Why winding through the Black Hills in South Dakota is so much better on a bike. The Side of Sturgis Most Tourists Miss Don’t miss these transformative moments: [03:08] What it’s like to arrive at one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the country [07:35] This annual ride shows the feminine side of biking culture. [11:51] That moment when a motorcycle ride becomes a soul-filling, sightseeing tour. [14:21] Tears, Jelly Roll, and pork parfaits: Going beyond biking at Sturgis Buffalo Chip Resources Read the ⁠transcript⁠ of the episode Follow Jaymee Sire on ⁠Instagram⁠ Listen to her on the ⁠Food Network Obsessed⁠ podcast Learn more about the ⁠Sturgis Buffalo Chip⁠ and the ⁠Biker Belles⁠ ride Be sure to subscribe to the show and to sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode. And explore our other podcasts, ⁠⁠⁠Unpacked⁠⁠⁠, which unpacks a tricky topic in travel each week, and View From Afar, where we spotlight the people and the ideas shaping the future of travel. Travel Tales by Afar is part of Airwave Media's podcast network. Please contact ⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast.
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    22 m
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