Why We Live

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  Why We Need Comedy 16.09.2026 1ชม. 22นาที

  In this episode, I sit down with Emmi Abel-Rutter at Kaos pizzeria in Denver and we discuss all things comedy: how she got into her comedy career, why comedy is important, what's it like being a female comedian, and she shares a story she wouldn't tell her Nana.You can follow Emmi @potatowithmakeup on Instagram or the @thebackpackingpotato for more laughs! And listen to her podcast: Stories I Wouldn't Tell My Nana on Spotify & Apple.
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  Why We Need An Intimacy With Grief 02.04.2026 1ชม. 11นาที

  In this episode, I sit down with Paula Gasparini-Santos, a Portugal-based author, artist, and trauma therapist whose work explores grief through the lens of impermanence. We dive into how her experience working in prisons and domestic violence centers shaped the foundation, and evolution, of her theory on grief today. A theory I believe could impact the world.Nothing is off limits in this conversation. We explore the great unknown, curiosity, surrender, spirituality, love, and what it means to move through and truly understand grief. We also touch on creation, embodiment, and the lessons Paula has gathered through her travels and research.With profound insight and grounded wisdom, Paula offers a perspective that invites us to live more fully—arms open to the mystery.To follow more of Paula's work connect with her on Instagram @paulagdos , or check out her website: www.theconsciousconnection.org for more information on her upcoming book and ways to work with her.
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  Why We Look to the Stars for Guidance: Astrology ft. Taylor MacKenzie 25.09.2025 41นาที

  In this episode, I sit down with astrologer Taylor MacKenzie, who I first met at a music festival over a year ago. Taylor helps guide people back to remembrance through the teachings of the stars and the wisdom of the body. Together, we explore the deeper “why” behind astrology—why so many of us look to the stars for guidance, where to begin if you’re curious about your own chart, and how astrology can be a tool for reconnecting with ourselves and alchemizing our struggles into our own superpowers. Taylor shares insights, practical starting points, and timeless wisdom that goes far beyond a daily horoscope.
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  Why We Share ft. Joe Bjornsen 24.07.2025 2ชม. 4นาที

  In this episode, I sit down with my friend Joe Bjornsen — the guy who, along with his friend Noah, handed me the keys to their old shuttle bus and unknowingly changed the course of my life. We dive into the full story of how that wild act of generosity came to be, and the ripple effects it's had since. From there, we open up a much bigger conversation around sharing — from prehistoric communism to sharing space in relationships (yep, we get into non-monogamy), to how it shows up in the financial world with things like cryptocurrency. This one's a thoughtful, curious, and at times hilarious journey into what it means to live in a world where "mine" and "yours" might not be so separate after all.
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  Why We Have Faith In God ft. Erika Ray 26.06.2025 1ชม.

  In this episode, I sit down with my friend Erika Ray, someone who walks through life with a deep and steady faith in God. So much so that she has her own podcast called Let Go Let God, which you can listen to on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Since getting to know Erika, I saw a person rooted in love, devotion, and a genuine relationship with God. As someone who doesn't consider myself religious, Erika was unexpectedly healing for me — she helped me reclaim a better relationship to the word "God," which I had distanced myself from, thinking it was too loaded, too divisive, too triggering. Through knowing Erika, I began to see that being Christian doesn’t always mean being judgmental of others who don't believe in the same thing— a belief I had unconsciously picked up over time. She was disarming for me to be able to look at the bible, Christian faith, and the word God again in a new light. In our conversation, Erika shares what faith means to her: not perfection, not dogma, but a daily, personal relationship with God. She reflects on how religion might fall short at times in translating divine biblical truth, but how a spiritual connection with God is worth seeking.If you’re curious about faith, religion, or the idea of God — especially if you’ve been hesitant or skeptical — I invite you to listen with an open heart. You don’t need to agree with everything to find something meaningful here. This is a conversation about belief, devotion, and why someone might place their trust in something greater and how that has transformed her own life and purpose.Welcome to a conversation on why we believe in God.
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  Why We Heal ft. Rachel Godwin 12.06.2025 47นาที

  Welcome to the first episode of Why We Live! I’m so excited to kick off this new season and rebrand with a conversation that’s close to my heart — with one of my very best friends in the world, Rachel Godwin.In this episode, we dive deep into what healing really means — not as a destination, but as a lifelong, unfolding process. Rachel shares her powerful personal journey through disordered eating, grief, and the many layers of inner work. Together, we explore practices like yoga, psychedelic healing modalities, healing in relationships, and the moments that have shaped our understanding of self and transformation.Whether you’re in the thick of your own healing or just beginning to ask the big questions, this conversation is for you. We also share some favorite books and quotes that have supported us along the way.
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  Season 1 Wrap Up: A Love Letter to Listeners (Solo Episode) 06.10.2023 20นาที

  In this episode, Shannon Strong (host), shares a quick travel story from Micronesia, where she's traveling to next, and more about the break between seasons. This episode is a big thank you and wrap up on Season 1 of Why We Travel! If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Check back in every two weeks for more episodes! Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte. Cover art by Lauren Cordova.
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  Living Abroad, Reverse Culture Shock & Travel Journalism 03.10.2023 55นาที

  In this episode, Ashely Liliana Gavilanes shares about her experiences navigating living abroad in different countries, including during Chile's social uprising in 2019, how to get through reverse culture shock, and her experience studying and becoming a travel journalist/content creator in today's times. To follow along more of Ashely's travels check out her Instagram: @itsashelyliliana or her Youtube: @AshelyLiliana. If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. This is the final episode of Season 1 - check back in a couple months for a new season and episodes. Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte. Podcast art by Lauren Cordova.
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  Content Creation & Solo Travel W/ One Girl Wandering 20.09.2023 52นาที

  In this episode, Lindsay Mukaddam - better known as One Girl Wandering online- shares about her experience getting into solo travel in her adult life, how she got into full time content creation as her career, what she loves about Japan, and more on the group trips that she runs today. If you'd like to follow along more of Lindsay's travels and adventure's, follow her on all social media channels: @onegirlwandering (Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, etc.), or check out her website: If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Check back in every two weeks for more episodes! Intro/outro music by Jason Conforte Cover art by Lauren Cordova
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  Traveling Tattooing 05.09.2023 53นาที

  In this episode Karin Borovcova, a traveling tattoo artist shares about her adventures around the world while tattooing stick n poke tattoos in exchange for gifts or money. She shares about different traditions of tattoos, gifts she's received in exchange, and the people that she has met that have led her to unexpected places. In addition Karin shares more about her time on sailboats and surfboards and what she has learned from her experiences. To follow along Karin's tattoo art and her travels and to potentially get a tattoo from her connect or follow her on Instagram to see where she is around the world next: @pine_tattoo If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Check back in every two weeks for more episodes! Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte. Cover art by Lauren Cordova.
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  Hap Working The World - 7 Continents Before 30 22.08.2023 1ชม. 5นาที

  In this episode Hap Cameron shares about his journey working jobs in all 7 continents all before he turned 30. Hap shares an overview of the jobs and places he experienced over the 9 years, the great moments and sometimes scary ones, and what he learned through his experiences that has led him to where he is today - the owner of a New Zealand style ice cream shop based in Denver, CO called Happy Cones. If you want to connect with Hap, try some ice cream, or learn more, check out his website: https://happyconesco.com/ or look up Happy Cones on Instagram and Facbook. To buy his book, "Hap Working The World", you can shop in person at Happy Cones, reach out to Hap directly to have it shipped through the previous links or it's available on Amazon. If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Check back in every two weeks for more episodes! Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte.
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  Nomad Life, Advice, and Finances as a Solo Female Traveler 08.08.2023 57นาที

  In this episode Julie B. Rose shares how she quit her job and sold her house to travel the world living a nomad lifestyle. Julie dives more into minimalism, how she got into blogging, what it's like traveling with her Miniature Aussie pup, Penny, and she openly shares about finances and lessons learned through her time traveling. In addition, she shares stories of singing and dancing, and living life in beautiful Mexico. To follow along Julie's travels check out her website: juliedevivre.com ,and follow her on Instagram, Facebook, or Youtube. If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Check back in every two weeks for more episodes! Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte.
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  Traditional Scottish Storytelling 26.07.2023 1ชม. 11นาที

  In this episode, Ailsa Dixon takes us on an adventure involving a dragon and clever heros all through the power of storytelling. As the youngest professional storyteller in Scotland and an avid musician, Ailsa shares traditional Scottish stories throughout the UK. You can expect to learn more about storytelling origins, the similarities and differences of stories around the world, and hear a few stories and songs throughout the episode. Step into Scottish culture for an hour and get a little wanderlust fix through the tales of Scotland. To hear more stories from Ailsa, you can follow her on Facebook. Or, you can check out one of her in person events for those in the UK. Fringe Shows - Sunset Stories - Land Under Wave - Hear Us and Hasten If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte.
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  The World On Wheels: Accessible Travel 18.07.2023 40นาที

  In this episode, Kristin Secor, an accessible travel blogger shares about her adventures around the world using a wheelchair. Kristin shares about her experiences connecting with people through her travels, improvements that can be made to accessibility, where she has been and where she is headed next, and how people can join her on her adventures! To follow along more of Kristin's travels and to learn more about accessible travel, check out her blog: https://worldonwheelsblog.com, or follow her travels on Facebook and Instagram. If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook.
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  Darts, Vans, and Backyard Travels 27.06.2023 1ชม. 7นาที

  In this episode, Chris Plumridge, host of Check In & Check Out Podcast, shares how one of his trips turned into an entirely different adventure down the road involving fantastic costumes and an unexpected sporting event. Chris talks about backyard travel, van travel, and the second best piece of travel advice he's received while traveling (you'll have to check out his podcast to hear the best advice!). To hear about more from Chris check out his podcast checkinandcheckout.net and follow on Instagram: @checkinandcheckoutpod. And check out his podcast business on Instagram @jet.streamer and his website: jetstreamer.com.au If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Would you like to share a story from your own travels? Fill out the feature form to be a guest on the show! Thanks for listening! Check back every other Tuesday for more episodes and stories.
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  Get To Know Ghana 13.06.2023 1ชม. 21นาที

  In this episode, Anault Allihien shares about how he uses football/soccer to assess new places he's living in, what it was like growing up in Ghana and what Ghana is like today, why he has studied Francophone studies and is currently getting a law degree, how travel has shaped his views of the world, and why he travels. To follow more of Anault's adventures and life check out his Instagram @anault.allihien If you enjoyed this episode please consider giving WWT a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Would you like to share a story from your own travels? Fill out the feature form to be a guest on the show! Thanks for listening! Check back every other Tuesday for more episodes and stories. Intro/outro music by Jason Conforte.
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  An Ode To Pat 30.05.2023 59นาที

  In this episode, Sean O'Connell shares a profound story about Pat, a friend he made during his solo travels through Ireland who greatly impacted his life, taught him how to properly drink a Guinness, and has changed his beliefs to this day. Additionally, Sean dives into the impact of solo travel on his own life, exploring ancestry through travel, and the serendipity of the unexpected. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Would you like to share a story from your own travels? Fill out the feature form for a possibility to be a guest on the show! Thanks for listening. Check back every other Tuesday for more episodes and stories.
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  Mental Wellness While Traveling 02.05.2023 47นาที

  In this episode, Allison Toth shares more about how travel can affect mental health while traveling. As a crisis intervention specialist and mental mindset coach, Alison shares more about her personal experience with mental health during her travels, ways to help with flight phobia, healing in the desert, dating abroad, and so much more! To follow along more of Allison's adventures, check out her website xoxoallisoncoaching.com or follow her on Insta @wishyouwell.podcast and @Allisontothx. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating or review. For more updates on episodes and guests give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Would you like to share a story from your own travels? Fill out the feature form for a possibility to be a guest on the show! Thanks for listening! Check back every other Tuesday for more episodes and stories. Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte
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  Softball Overseas 18.04.2023 44นาที

  In this episode, Kailyn Campbell, shares about her experience as a professional softball player in Europe, how she got into playing pro outside of the U.S., what her seasons look like, where she plays, and of course why she travels! Learn more about the world of sports and travel and what it's like living abroad while living out your passion. To follow along Kailyn's seasons and adventures check out her Instagram @campbell_kid21, or follow her art @kailyns_stringart_shop If you are interested in playing Softball overseas you can check out softballjobsoverseas.com or @softballjobsoverseas on Insta for more info. If you enjoyed this episode give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Any ratings and reviews are deeply appreciated! Would you like to share a story from your own travels? Fill out the feature form for a possibility to be a guest on the show! Thanks for listening. Check back every other Tuesday for more episodes and stories! Happy Travels. Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte
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  Plans, Priorities & Purpose 04.04.2023 1ชม. 12นาที

  In this episode, Yvonne Chung, shares about what travel can be like when we slow down and release any rigid plans; how she followed her calling and desires and made travel a priority; and ultimately how that has led her to her life's purpose and current work. Yvonne dives more into how she got into travel coming from a background that influenced how she viewed travel as a low possibility in her life. Additionally, she shares advice and wisdom on how to make travel happen in your own life and so much more! To follow more of Yvonne's travels and all things human design and positive psychology, check out her Instagram @yvonnechung.co. Hit the link in her Insta bio for her current offerings. If you enjoyed this episode, give us a follow on Instagram, Tiktok, or Facebook. Any ratings and reviews are deeply appreciated. Would you like to share a story from your own travels? Fill out the feature from for a possibility to be a guest on the show! Thanks for listening! Check back every other Tuesday for more episodes and stories. Intro/Outro music by Jason Conforte.