Walking the Earth Podcast
Mike Margolies
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Walking the Earth Podcast explores the travel lifestyle. We talk to a diverse array of backpackers and expats about their unconventional lives and experiences.
Find us at wtepodcast.com
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Jun 13, 2020
Ep 79 - Flying In A Pandemic & Quarantine Relationships
Mike and Justin cover coronavirus flying + self-quarantining, starting a relationship during quarantine, and settling from busy-ness and worry into stillness, reflection, and embracing the mystery.
Recorded 26 May 2020 from Oakland, California and New York City, New York
For links, pics, and more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2020/06/13/flying-in-pandemic-quarantine-relationships
May 21, 2020
Ep 78 - Coronavirus Travel & Recovery
Mike and Justin pick it back up after nearly 4 years to talk about surviving coronavirus, cross-country travel in time of covid, and how life has changed.
Recorded 1 May 2020 from Baltimore, Maryland and New York City, New York
For links, pics, and more content related to this episode, check out: http://wtepodcast.com/2020/05/21/coronavirus-travel-survival/
Sep 15, 2016
Ep 77 - Kava, Kratom, & Cognitive Liberty
Reflections on Burning Man and the War on Drugs over some kava with travel buddy Chris Campbell of Laissez Faire Today (lfb.org).
Recorded 14 September 2016 from Berkeley, California
For links, pics, and more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2016/09/15/kava-kratom-cognitive-liberty
Aug 16, 2016
Ep 76 - Refugees, Breastfeeding, & Drugs in Berlin
Guest host Amy interviews Nina, a Persian-German-American, 2-time immigrant with 22 years of statelessness, and new mom.
Recorded 19 May 2016 from Berlin, Germany
wtepodcast.com/2016/08/16/refugees-breastfeeding-drugs-berlin
Jul 21, 2016
Ep 75 - Food Deserts in Baltimore & Squirrels in Germany
Introducing our first guest host Amy Hecht! We talk about systemic issues facing Baltimore communities and preview some chats she recorded on a recent trip to Germany.
Recorded 18 June 2016 from Garrison, New York; Baltimore, Maryland; and New York City, New York
wtepodcast.com/2016/07/21/food-deserts-baltimore-squirrels-germany
May 18, 2016
Ep 74 - Feels Like The First Time: Psychedelics, ADD, & Society
We're back from our hiatus and it feels like the first time! Mike and Justin share what they've been up to over the past few months, touching on psychedelic activism, career soulsearching, and embracing individuality in society.
Recorded 15 May 2016 from Baltimore, Maryland and New York City, New York
wtepodcast.com/2016/05/18/psychedelics-add-society
Sep 29, 2015
Ep 73 - Live at Burning Man 2015
Recording for the first time in front of a live audience at Burning Man 2015! Joined by Iliana Hazzard, a seasoned world traveler and fellow sophomore burner.
Recorded 31 August 2015 from Black Rock City, NV
wtepodcast.com/2015/09/29/burningman
Jun 3, 2015
Ep 72 - Tom's Adventures By Bicycle, Horseback, And Human Power
Tom Allen is a traveler, filmmaker, and writer. His films document adventures including a 3.5 year bike trip and love story, a horseback trip along the Rio Santa Cruz in Patagonia, and a human-powered trip along Iran's longest river, the Karun.
Recorded 20 May 2015 from London, England and Baltimore, MD, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/06/03/tomsbiketrip
May 27, 2015
Ep 71 - A Year Of Living Prayerfully
Jared Brock recently completed a 37,000 mile pilgrimage around the world, including a trip to North Korea and meeting the Pope. Jared shares stories from the journey as well as his moment of inspiration in the Red Light District of Amsterdam. His new book, A Year of Living Prayerfully, documents the trip.
Recorded 18 May 2015 from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and Baltimore, MD, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/05/27/livingprayerfully
May 13, 2015
Ep 70 - Heartful.ly, A Charitable Wedding Registry Platform
Kate Glantz is the founder of Heartful.ly, a wedding registry platform for couples that want to support specific infrastructure and development projects around the world. Kate shares about her project and her inspiration from years living in Africa, including volunteering for the Peace Corps in Tanzania.
Recorded 26 April 2015 from Washington, DC, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/05/13/heartfully
May 4, 2015
Ep 69 - What Do South Africa, China, And Baltimore Have In Common?
Cindy Huang has lived in three different countries: China, the US, and South Africa. Cindy shares her experiences and perspectives, and we draw parallels between global social issues and the current Freddie Gray protests in Baltimore.
Recorded 3 May 2015 from Baltimore, MD, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/05/04/southafrica-china-baltimore
May 1, 2015
Seeking Guest Hosts!
We're looking for guest hosts! Do you want to share your own travel story? Or maybe you know the perfect person to interview?
By May 31, send your 20-30 min audio submission via FTP or cloud link to: wtepodcast@gmail.com
Apr 22, 2015
Ep 68 - Daniel And Kishan, Backpacking Duo
Daniel Lawson and Kishan Patel went on a backpacking trip together in Southeast Asia. Hear about their adventures and what it's like traveling as a duo!
Recorded 29 March 2015 from Philadelphia, PA, USA; Burlington, VT, USA; and Baltimore, MD, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/04/22/danielandkishan
Apr 13, 2015
Ep 67 - Borders Of Adventure
Meet travel blogger Becki Enright! Becki's blog, Borders of Adventure, focuses on changing perceptions and shedding light on the misunderstood aspects of particular destinations and countries.
Recorded 26 March 2015 from Athens, Greece and Baltimore, MD, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/04/13/bordersofadventure
Apr 1, 2015
Ep 66 - Juniper Tree, Stories Of Women Living Abroad
Lauren Miner is currently compiling Juniper Tree, an anthology of stories by women who have lived all over the world. We chat about the project, Lauren's adventures in South America, growth on the road, meeting people abroad, and the journey of returning home!
Recorded 12 March 2015 from Baltimore, MD, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/04/01/junipertree
Mar 25, 2015
Ep 65 - Shanna's Experience Serving In Colombia Peace Corps
Shanna Crumley is currently in her second year of Peace Corps in Colombia. Shanna shares her experience so far, and we delve into various cultural differences between Colombia and the US.
Recorded 27 February 2015 from Barranquilla, Colombia and Baltimore, MD, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/03/25/colombiapeacecorps
Mar 18, 2015
Ep 64 - Supriya Served 3 Years In Botswana Peace Corps
Supriya Williamson just returned to the US after serving 3 years in the Peace Corps in Botswana. Supriya's efforts focused HIV/AIDS prevention and teaching life skills. Supriya shares multiple facets of her service experience, as well as how it helped her in her own self-discovery journey!
Recorded 19 February 2015 from Ewing, NJ, USA and Baltimore, MD, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/03/18/botswanapeacecorps
Mar 11, 2015
Ep 63 - Adjusting Back To US Life And Pursuing Entrepreneurship With Mariana Rego
Mariana Rego of The Living Experiment Blog returns to the show! Now that Mariana has been back in the US for several months, she shares her post-backpacking experience adjusting back to life in the States and pursuing various entrepreneurial and passion projects.
Recorded 7 February 2015 from Miami, Florida, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/03/11/rego-2
Mar 4, 2015
Ep 62 - Freedom Lovin', Pt 2 - Challenges On The Road, Dating, And Debt Slavery
Kevin Koskella is the host of Freedom Lovin' Podcast. In part 2 of our crossover episode, we chat about challenges on the road, dating, and debt slavery.
Recorded 29 January 2015 from San Diego, California, USA; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/03/04/freedomlovin-2
Feb 25, 2015
Ep 61 - Freedom Lovin', Pt 1 - Home Base, Building A Free Life, And Relationships On The Road
Kevin Koskella is the host of Freedom Lovin' Podcast. In this crossover episode, we chat about everything from having a home base to building a free life to relationships on the road.
Recorded 29 January 2015 from San Diego, California, USA; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/02/25/freedomlovin-1
Feb 18, 2015
Ep 60 - Justin Cooke, Pt 2 - Starting A Business And Travel Hacking
Justin Cooke is the co-host of Empire Podcast and the co-founder of Empire Flippers, an online marketplace for buying and selling websites. In part 2, we chat about the process of starting a business and how to get free flights around the world.
Recorded 20 January 2015 from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam; Owings Mills, Maryland, USA; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/02/18/empireflippers-2
Feb 11, 2015
Ep 59 - Justin Cooke, Pt 1 - Building An Online Empire
Justin Cooke is the co-host of Empire Podcast and the co-founder of Empire Flippers, an online marketplace for buying and selling websites. Justin shares his journey building a successful online business and a location-independent lifestyle!
Recorded 20 January 2015 from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam; Owings Mills, Maryland, USA; and New York City, New York, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/02/11/empireflippers-1
Feb 3, 2015
Ep 58 - The Blonde Gypsy And The Balkans
Who is The Blonde Gypsy? Find out in this episode, where we talk to Larissa Olenicoff, a traveler and blogger who has mastered the Balkans!
Recorded 20 January 2015 from Laguna Beach, California, USA; Owings Mills, Maryland, USA; and New York City, New York, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/02/03/blonde-gypsy
Jan 28, 2015
Ep 57 - Leon Traveled the World Relying Solely on the Kindness of Others
Inspired by The Motorcycle Diaries, Leon Logothetis quit his job as a stockbroker and traveled around the entire world in a yellow motorbike, relying solely on the kindness of others. His new book, The Kindness Diaries, documents the journey.
Recorded 28 December 2014 from New York City, New York, USA and Owings Mills, MD, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/01/28/leonlogothetis
Jan 21, 2015
Ep 56 - Hitchhiking China, Trekking Nepal, And Living In Berlin
Kristin Addis of http://bemytravelmuse.com shares stories about hitchhiking in China, trekking in Nepal, living in Berlin, and more!
Recorded 7 December 2014 from Berlin, Germany; Los Angeles, California, USA; and New York City, New York, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/01/21/bemytravelmuse
Jan 13, 2015
Ep 55 - Reunion After 15 Months Backpacking, Part 2 "Carpe los Balls"
Your hosts are reunited! Mike has returned to the US after 15 months of backpacking. In part 2, we cover more things that have changed, glimpse into the future, and talk about grabbing life by the balls.
Recorded 30 November 2014 from Owings Mills, MD, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2015/01/13/reunion-2
Jan 6, 2015
Ep 54 - Reunion After 15 Months Backpacking, Part 1
Your hosts are reunited! Mike has returned to the US after 15 months of backpacking. We talk about our weekend in New York, reverse culture shock, personal growth from the road, and strengthening relationships with the people at home.
Recorded 30 November 2014 from Owings Mills, MD, USA
wtepodcast.com/2015/01/06/reunion-1
Dec 29, 2014
Ep 53 - Living As An Expat In The US
Sam Apichom is a retired Thai who spent most of his life as an expat in the US. We compare and contrast all different aspects of life in Thailand vs. the US.
Recorded 13 November 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
wtepodcast.com/2014/12/29/apichom
Dec 22, 2014
Ep 52 - Arpit Bansal, Part 2 - Challenges Faced As An Indian Backpacker
Arpit Bansal is an Indian backpacker who has just returned from Africa. In part 2 of our chat, Arpit shares some of the challenges he faced as an Indian backpacker vs. the typical experiences of Western backpackers.
Recorded 9 November 2014 from Gwalior, India; Chiang Mai, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/12/22/arpit-2
Dec 15, 2014
Ep 51 - Arpit Bansal, Part 1 - Hitchhiking Africa to a Desert Oasis
Arpit Bansal is an Indian backpacker who has just returned from Africa. Arpit shares stories like experiencing a camel derby and hitchiking deep into the desert to the oasis of Turkana.
Recorded 9 November 2014 from Gwalior, India; Chiang Mai, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/12/15/arpit-1
Find @arpit-bansal on SoundCloud
Dec 8, 2014
Ep 50 - Making Money Online, Airbnb, And Ways to Die in NYC
Jessie Festa of http://epicureandculture.com and http://jessieonajourney.com shares her experiences setting up location-independent online income, renting on Airbnb, and surviving close encounters like death threats and getting hit by a car.
Recorded 28 October 2014 from New York City, New York, USA and Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/12/08/jessieonajourney
Dec 1, 2014
Ep 49 - Dave And Lauren, Digital Nomad Couple
Dave Dean and Lauren Juliff are digital nomads and travel bloggers who have been traveling as a couple for 3 years. Our chat covers relationships, making money online, and travel without an itinerary.
Recorded 24 October 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/12/01/digitalnomadcouple
Nov 24, 2014
Ep 48 - India and Spiritual Growth
Zachary Stockill is a self-published author and digital nomad who has been traveling since 2008. We chat about India, Zachary's study abroad there, and the spiritual path.
Recorded 23 October 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/11/24/india-and-spiritual-growth
Nov 17, 2014
Ep 47 - Pete Hillman, Part 2 - Travel Outside Yourself
Pete Hillman is a web creative who has been on the road for 31 years! In part 2 of our chat, we discuss a range of topics including debt slavery, gross national happiness, and travel abroad as a journey inwards.
Recorded 22 October 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/11/17/hillman-2
Nov 10, 2014
Ep 46 - Pete Hillman, Part 1 - Traveling 31 Years!
Pete Hillman is a web creative who has been on the road for 31 years! We chat about his many adventures, online business, and the benefits of travel.
Recorded 22 October 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/11/10/hillman-1
Nov 3, 2014
Episode #45 - Digital Nomads, Chiang Mai, and Buddhism
Damien Walter is a digital nomad who writes about digital nomads. We talk about this modern counter-culture, its mecca of Chiang Mai, and how the lifestyle relates to Buddhism.
Recorded 14 October 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/11/03/digitalnomads
Oct 27, 2014
Episode #44 - Packing, Travel Lifestyle, and Music Festivals
Alex Jimenez is the editor and founder of http://travelfashiongirl.com. We chat with Alex about packing smart, travel lifestyle, dating on the road, and music festivals like Coachella and Glastonbury.
Recorded 12 October 2014 from Stamford, England; Chiang Mai, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/10/27/packing-travel-lifestyle-music-festivals
Oct 20, 2014
Episode #43 - Accidental Entrepreneur
Sabrina Taylor accidentally stumbled into a location-independent business and moved to Chiang Mai, Thailand!
Recorded 10 October 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/10/20/accidentalentrepreneur
Oct 13, 2014
Episode #42 - Sexpats, Expats, and Elephants
Diana Edelman is a freelance writer, travel blogger, and volunteer with the Save Elephant Foundation. Our chat covers the full range from animal rescues to prostitutes!
Recorded 5 October 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/10/13/sexpats-expats-and-elephants
Oct 5, 2014
Episode #41 - Your Own Life
Valen Dawson and Amy Wood are the founders of Your Own Life, a company to help inspire people to find their life purpose and live a more authentic life.
Recorded 29 September 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand; Portland, Oregon, USA; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/10/05/yourownlife
Sep 28, 2014
Episode #40 - Focus Coffee Bar Gallery
Daniel Styles runs Focus Gallery, where you can have some coffee or beer and practice a foreign language!
Recorded 23 September 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/09/28/focuscoffeebargallery
Sep 21, 2014
Episode #39 - Amanda in Asia
Amanda Day is a digital nomad and blogger at http://amandainasia.com. We talk about life in Chiang Mai and other travel adventures.
Recorded 21 September 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/09/21/amandainasia
Sep 4, 2014
Episode #38 - One Weird Globe
Chris Backe is the author of http://oneweirdglobe.com, a blog about offbeat destinations like the placenta and umbilical cord shrine in South Korea.
Recorded 1 September 2014 from Khon Kaen, Thailand; Chiang Mai, Thailand; and Saratoga Springs, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/09/04/oneweirdglobe
Aug 28, 2014
Episode #37 - Ben Goes to Thai Jail
Ben Condon shares a cautionary tale about getting set up and going to jail in Thailand.
Recorded 24 August 2014 from Portland, Oregon, USA; Bangkok, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/08/28/thaijail
Aug 20, 2014
Episode #36 - 1 Dad, 1 Kid
Talon Windwalker is a single father who has been traveling the world with his son for over 3 years. Find out more about Talon and his son at http://1Dad1Kid.com
Recorded 17 August 2014 from Cozumel, Mexico; Sa Pa, Vietnam; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/08/21/1dad1kid
Aug 13, 2014
Episode #35 - Family On Bikes
Nancy Sathre-Vogel is a motivational speaker, teacher, and author who cycled with her husband and two sons from Alaska to Argentina. Her latest book "Roadschooling" is about educating your children while traveling full time. Find out more about Nancy and her family at http://familyonbikes.org
Recorded 10 August 2014 from Boise, Idaho, USA; Cat Ba Island, Vietnam; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/08/13/familyonbikes
Aug 6, 2014
Episode #34 - Cyclehacking with Fraser Baillie
Fraser Baillie is one year into a cycling trip around the entire world. He is also the author of "Cyclehacking," a book about mastering the habits of your life, with the proceeds going toward building a school in an area of need. Find out more at Fraser's site, http://cyclehacker.com
Recorded 27 July 2014 from Kathmandu, Nepal; Hoi An, Vietnam; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/08/07/cyclehacking
Jul 30, 2014
Episode #33 - Justin Pearson
Justin Pearson is an Australian who is traveling Vietnam via motorbike. We discuss the motorbike adventure, learning languages, and other reflections about Vietnam.
Recorded 26 July 2014 from Hoi An, Vietnam
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/07/31/pearson
Jul 24, 2014
Episode #32 - Tori Hamilton
Tori Hamilton is an American who has spent the past 11 months backpacking in South America, Japan, and Southeast Asia. We discuss our current location of Vietnam and the emotions of long-term backpacking.
Recorded 23 July 2014 from Da Lat, Vietnam
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/07/24/hamilton
Jul 16, 2014
Episode #31 - Adventures of Will Copestake
Will Copestake is a Scottish adventurer who has kayaked and climbed around Scotland and hiked across Iceland. We also share stories about hitchhiking while backpacking. Find out more about Will's adventures at http://willcopestakemedia.com
Recorded 7 July 2014 from Ullapool, Scotland; Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/07/17/copestake
Jul 9, 2014
Episode #30 - "What's Next?" with Mariana Rego
Mariana Rego is a Brazilian-American backpacker and the author of The Living Experiment Blog (http://livingexperimentblog.com). She just returned to the US, and we discuss "what's next?"
Recorded 29 June 2014 from Miami, Florida, USA; Port Dickson, Malaysia; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: http://wtepodcast.com/2014/07/09/rego
Jul 2, 2014
Episode #29 - Caroline D Louis
Caroline D Louis is from Port Dickson, Malaysia, and she just quit her finance job in Kuala Lumpur. We talk about life in Malaysia and following your passion.
Recorded 26 June 2014 from Port Dickson, Malaysia and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/07/02/caroline
Jun 25, 2014
Episode #28 - Ayahuasca Talk with Jackie
Jackie Hollant is an American currently living in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We discuss our experiences in Peru with the powerful psychedelic medicine ayahuasca.
Recorded 19 June 2014 from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/06/25/ayahuasca
Jun 19, 2014
Episode #27 - Lindsey and Tom
Lindsey and Tom are currently trekking 700km through the mountains of Chile. They are raising money for national parks in Chile and working to increase awareness of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Find out more and support the cause at http://lindsey-and-tom.com
Recorded 12 June 2014 from Santiago, Chile; George Town, Penang, Malaysia; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/06/19/lindsey-and-tom
Jun 12, 2014
Episode #26 - J Russell Mikkelsen
J Russell Mikkelsen is the host of his own podcast "Yeah, Let's Go There" about travel stories. Check out his show at www.yeahletsgothere.com
Recorded 27 May 2014 from Berkeley, California, USA; Krabi, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/06/12/mikkelsen
Jun 4, 2014
Episode #25 - Stories From Songkran
Songkran is the Thai New Year, celebrated with a massive water fight lasting 3+ days. This episode features an array of stories from several participants in this year's festivities.
Recorded:
15 April 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand (Kim)
26 April 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand (lake)
19 May 2014 from Koh Phangan, Thailand and New York City, New York, USA (intro and outro)
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/06/05/songkran
May 27, 2014
Episode #24 - Becky Crouch, Lifestyle Ninja
Becky Crouch runs the Lifestyle Ninja Blog, with a soon-to-launch podcast of her own. Her site provides resources on how to build a location-independent business online and live the way you want to.
Recorded 22 May 2014 from Auckland, New Zealand; Koh Phangan, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/05/27/lifestyle-ninja
May 24, 2014
Bird Talk
Reflections on the chatter of beach birds
Recorded 18 May 2014 in Koh Phangan, Thailand
May 16, 2014
Episode #23 - Full Moon Eve on Koh Phangan
It's the evening before one of the biggest parties in the world -- the Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan, Thailand. New friend Natasha joins the episode, and we discuss our feelings on the event, the island, and life.
Recorded 13 May 2014 in Koh Phangan, Thailand
May 7, 2014
Episode #22 - Yoeal Haile
Yoeal Haile is a first-generation American who has lived in Hong Kong and Brazil and has traveled through all 6 settled continents. He intends to continue his world travels and move to South Africa next month.
Recorded 4 May 2014 from New York City, New York, USA and Tachileik, Myanmar
For more content related to this episode, check out: wtepodcast.com/2014/05/08/episode-22
May 4, 2014
Promo Clip - Englishman #1
As mentioned on the show, Walking the Earth Podcast is competing with our friends @peace-propaganda for most votes on www.podcastland.com in May. The losing show gives up 3 minutes of airtime to the winning show!
Take it from an Englishman and vote for Walking the Earth Podcast at: http://bit.ly/1qdxk2E
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Hear more from this fine Englishman on episode 17: https://soundcloud.com/walkingtheearthpodcast/episode-17
May 1, 2014
Episode #21 - Natalie Martin
Natalie Martin is a backpacker and author from the UK. Check out her book Together Apart at: http://amzn.to/1nLxiQM
Recorded 1 May 2014 in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Apr 25, 2014
Episode #20 - Ben Berardinis
Ben Berardinis is a friend and former colleague of Mike who also left his engineering job in summer 2013 to pursue extended world travel and entrepreneurship.
Recorded 15 April 2014 from Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chiang Mai, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
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Apr 16, 2014
Episode #19 - Brook Silva-Braga
Brook Silva-Braga is the creator of several travel documentaries. He is best known for A Map for Saturday, which documents his backpacking trip around the world in 2005. http://www.amapforsaturday.com
Recorded 8 April 2014 from Washington, DC, USA; Bangkok, Thailand; and New York City, New York, USA
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Apr 8, 2014
Episode #18 - SpaceHitch's Christina Jin
Christina Jin is the founder of the soon-to-launch startup SpaceHitch. SpaceHitch connects people looking for rare products from abroad to travelers with extra luggage space. Check them out at www.spacehitch.com
Recorded 4 April 2014 from San Francisco, California, USA; Battambang, Cambodia; and New York City, New York, USA
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Apr 1, 2014
Episode #17 - Andy Yeoh
Andy Yeoh is an Englishman studying improv comedy in New York City. Andy's improv troupe, Degrees of Error, performs an improvised murder mystery. Check them out at www.degreesoferror.com
Recorded 24 March 2014 from New York City, New York, USA and Kampot, Cambodia
Mar 26, 2014
Episode #16 - Denim Shoes Featuring Becky Senior
Becky Senior is a backpacker and blogger from the UK. While Becky makes Mike custom shoes from ripped jeans, we talk about the decision to quit our jobs and go backpacking, along with all the doubt and apprehension in our heads during that time period.
Video version posted at: http://youtu.be/xOmRdcHd9SQ
Becky's blog can be found at: http://girlgoneeast.com/
Recorded 15 December 2013 in Arambol, Goa, India
Mar 22, 2014
Episode #16 Preview Clip - Ayahuasca And Quitting My Job
Ayahuasca is a powerful psychedelic medicine administered by a shaman. Mike talks about his ayahuasca experience in Peru and the decision to quit his job. Video version posted at: http://youtu.be/mj8dPjIf_Bs
This clip is an excerpt from episode 16 featuring fellow backpacker Becky. While Becky makes Mike custom shoes from ripped jeans, we talk more about the decision to quit our jobs and go backpacking, along with all the doubt and apprehension in our heads during that time period.
Recorded 15 December 2013 in Arambol, Goa, India
Mar 12, 2014
Episode #15 - Kelly Beker (2014-03-04)
Kelly Beker is the founder of Friends of Koh Rong, a charitable organization working with the local community in Koh Rong, Cambodia. Find out more at friendsofkohrong.org or educateanisland.weebly.com
Recorded 4 Mar 2014 from Koh Rong, Cambodia
Mar 6, 2014
Episode #14 - Yolanda Iseley (2014-03-04)
Yolanda Iseley has been living in Koh Rong, Cambodia for about a year, managing various startup guest houses and restaurants on the island. E-mail kohrongbooking@gmail.com for current information on the island.
Recorded 4 Mar 2014 from Koh Rong, Cambodia
Feb 21, 2014
Episode #13 - Lav 2 Africa (2014-02-19)
Lavina Ramchandani is quitting her job and going to South Africa to volunteer at an orphanage for children living with HIV/AIDS. Find out more and help the cause at www.lav2africa.com
Recorded 19 Feb 2014 from Siem Reap, Cambodia
Feb 17, 2014
Bonus Episode - An Evening in a Hostel (2014-01-09)
A conversation among a group of international backpackers in the common area of a hostel.
Recorded 9 Jan 2014 in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Feb 4, 2014
Episode #12 - John Art Gallery (2014-02-04)
John Monoon is a local artist in Chiang Mai, Thailand. His shop, the John Art Gallery at 330 Thapae Road, features his wonderful and inspirational paintings and T-shirts.
Recorded 4 Feb 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
Feb 2, 2014
Episode #11 - Thai Election Day Featuring James Atkinson (2014-02-02)
It's election day in Thailand during a period of political protest. James Atkinson is an Irishman currently living and working in Bangkok. James shares his perspective on the situation.
Recorded 2 Feb 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
Jan 28, 2014
Episode #10 - Yichi Zhang (2014-01-27)
Yichi Zhang is Chinese-born, now lives in Australia, and has just begun a trip to Thailand. Yichi shares his unique perspective on the world, and we discuss similarities and differences between China and the US.
Recorded 27 Jan 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
Jan 24, 2014
Episode #9 - Mirjam (2014-01-24)
Mirjam is a German yoga instructor studying massage therapy in Thailand. We talk about Buddhism and 10 days of silence in Vipassana meditation.
Recorded 24 Jan 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
Jan 20, 2014
Episode #8 - Kye (2014-01-13)
Kye joins the show, and we talk about teaching English abroad and living a happy life.
Recorded 13 Jan 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
Jan 13, 2014
Episode #7 - Ben James (2014-01-10)
Ben James guest stars on this episode, and we discuss everything from culture and teaching creatively to relationships and weird sex stories.
Recorded 10 Jan 2014 from Chiang Mai, Thailand
Dec 23, 2013
Episode #6 - Tom Cartledge (2013-12-16)
Special guest Tom Cartledge joins the show and talks about cycling from England to India
For more info on Tom's journey, check out saddlesore.moonfruit.com
Recorded 16 Dec 2013 from Arambol, Goa, India
Dec 16, 2013
Episode #5 - Yoga Ashram and Diwali in Rishikesh (2013-11-05, part 2)
Adventures in Rishikesh, including a short stay in a yoga ashram and a crazy Diwali evening.
Part 2 of the 5 Nov 2013 recording from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
Nov 27, 2013
Episode #4 - A Conman and the Jungle (2013-11-05)
Conned in Bangalore, but helped by a friend. Some excursions in between, including the Masinagudi jungle. Thoughts on an upcoming 10 days of silence and the diversity of India.
Recorded 5 Nov 2013 from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
Nov 21, 2013
Episode #3 - Creativity in Hampi (2013-10-01)
A burst of creativity in the beautiful landscapes of Hampi
Recorded 1 Oct 2013 from Hampi, Karnataka, India
Nov 5, 2013
Episode #2 - Indian Beaches and Hampi (2013-09-24)
Stories from the beaches of Goa and Gokarna and first arrival to temple-rich Hampi. Reflections on cultural differences.
Recorded 24 Sep 2013 from Hampi, Karnataka, India
As mentioned in this episode, here is the "No Cow, No Cry" video: http://youtu.be/yr40RcD2T8M
Sep 29, 2013
Episode #1 - Background, Burning Man, and Arrival in India (2013-09-16)
In August 2013, Mike Margolies left his engineering job to travel for an extended period and eventually try his hand at entrepreneurship. Co-host Justin Cassel is a childhood friend who is back home in the US. In the inaugural episode, Mike and Justin talk about the background story, Burning Man 2013, and first impressions of India (Mumbai and Goa).
Recorded 16 Sep 2013 from Arambol, Goa, India
As mentioned in this episode, here is a link to The 4-Hour Workweek. Buy from this link to support the show!
http://amzn.to/1jULjuN