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42 Disney Trips and a Digital Empire: Paul Gowder on Magic, Community, and Lifestyle Entrepreneurship

Want to know more? Let's Chat! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2356816/open_sms] 🎙️ In this episode Bee sits down with Paul Gowder—a man who's been to Disney World 42 times, co-founded PowWows.com, and is basically the King of Culture Meets Theme Park. From live-streaming Native American powwows to sailing on 24 Disney cruises, Paul shares how intentional travel (and a deep appreciation for both tradition and imagination) can shape your life, your family, and even your business. You’ll hear about: * The origin story of PowWows.com and how it's changing cultural access for everyone * Tips for attending your first powwow with respect and confidence * The best ways to experience Disney (and why it’s not just for kids anymore) * The truth about Disney cruises vs other cruise lines * How online communities (like cruise Facebook groups!) can deepen your trip connections * What paradise means when you build your business around family and travel 🧭 Mentioned in This Episode: * PowWows.com [https://www.powwows.com] * What to Expect at Your First PowWow * Find a PowWow Near You * Kelly Gowder's Disney Travel Page [https://www.facebook.com/KellyGowder-KTTW] * Gowders Are On The Go [https://gowdersareonthego.com] Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/contacttn] FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE * Patreon: Life, Love & Travel [https://www.patreon.com/c/lifeloventravel] * Facebook: Life, Love & Travel [https://facebook.com/lifeloventravel] * Instagram: Life, Love & Travel [https://instagram.com/lifeloventravel] * TikTok: Life, Love & Travel [https://tiktok.com/@lifeloventravel] * Pinterest: Life, Love & Travel [https://pinterest.com/lifeloventravel] * YouTube: Beachside Banter w/Bee [https://www.youtube.com/@BeachsideBanterwBee] * LinkedIn: Bee Davis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bee-davis-entrepreneur/]

RV Life, Faith, and The Open Road w/Dan Clouser

Want to know more? Let's Chat! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2356816/open_sms] Episode Summary: This week’s guest is Dan Clouser — a full-time RVer, author, and golden retriever enthusiast who ditched the 9-to-5 to chase sunsets and stories from behind the wheel. Dan opens up about what inspired him and his wife to hit the road, how a 15-year-old golden named Euclid changed his life, and why freedom is the real definition of paradise. We dive into the power of reinvention, the beauty of unexpected detours, and how the road can lead you right back to yourself. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * Why Dan and his wife chose to live full-time in an RV (and how it all started right before COVID) * The real story behind Dan’s beloved golden retriever, Euclid, and how he inspired a bestselling children’s book * How Dan finds peace, creativity, and community in the nomadic life * Travel hacks for future RVers — including the best (and wildest) places to camp * Advice for anyone looking to shake things up and find freedom on their own terms Beach Town Spotlight: 🏖️ Galveston, Texas — Dan shares why this laid-back coastal town was the perfect month-long stop. Mentioned In This Episode: * Dan Clouser’s Website [https://www.journeymymothersson.com] * The Journey of My Mother’s Son (memoir) * The Beauty of a Diamond Through the Eyes of a Coach * Pawprints On The Road (children’s book “co-authored” by Euclid the Golden) * His upcoming fifth book, also written with Euclid Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/contacttn] FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE * Patreon: Life, Love & Travel [https://www.patreon.com/c/lifeloventravel] * Facebook: Life, Love & Travel [https://facebook.com/lifeloventravel] * Instagram: Life, Love & Travel [https://instagram.com/lifeloventravel] * TikTok: Life, Love & Travel [https://tiktok.com/@lifeloventravel] * Pinterest: Life, Love & Travel [https://pinterest.com/lifeloventravel] * YouTube: Beachside Banter w/Bee [https://www.youtube.com/@BeachsideBanterwBee] * LinkedIn: Bee Davis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bee-davis-entrepreneur/]

Finding Happiness (and the best travel hacks) with Leighton Campbell

Want to know more? Let's Chat! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2356816/open_sms] Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of Beachside Banter with Bee, Leighton Campbell drops by to talk about happiness, world travel, family dynamics, and how to pack smarter (hint: it involves letting go of more than just old clothes). As a devoted father, husband, entrepreneur, and author of Your Happiness Equation, Leighton shares wisdom from his adventures across the globe — including all Seven Wonders of the World — and opens up about how travel and intentional living can shift your mindset and help you build a more joyful life. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • What inspired Leighton to visit all Seven Wonders of the World • How travel shaped his personal and emotional growth post-divorce • Practical travel hacks for real humans (including the “throw it away as you go” method) • Why creating travel goals makes the journey more meaningful • A sneak peek into Your Happiness Equation and the seven-question framework that could change your life • Why some people bounce back faster from emotional setbacks — and how to give yourself grace if you don’t About Our Guest: Leighton Campbell is a world traveler, happiness researcher, entrepreneur, and author of the newly released Your Happiness Equation. He’s on a mission to help people measure, understand, and increase their happiness in simple, practical ways. When he's not writing or adventuring with his four kids and wife, you can find him leading workshops, sharing stories, or plotting his next Spanish-speaking country to visit. Connect with Leighton: • Website: https://yourhappinesseq.com [https://yourhappinesseq.com] • Instagram: https://instagram.com/yourhappinesseq [https://instagram.com/yourhappinesseq] • Take the free quiz: https://yourhappinesseq.com [https://yourhappinesseq.com] • Buy the book: Available now on Amazon (Your Happiness Equation)  Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/contacttn] FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE * Patreon: Life, Love & Travel [https://www.patreon.com/c/lifeloventravel] * Facebook: Life, Love & Travel [https://facebook.com/lifeloventravel] * Instagram: Life, Love & Travel [https://instagram.com/lifeloventravel] * TikTok: Life, Love & Travel [https://tiktok.com/@lifeloventravel] * Pinterest: Life, Love & Travel [https://pinterest.com/lifeloventravel] * YouTube: Beachside Banter w/Bee [https://www.youtube.com/@BeachsideBanterwBee] * LinkedIn: Bee Davis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bee-davis-entrepreneur/]

Greek Getaways & Hidden Gems: Rallou & Yiannis' Guide to Exploring Greece with Porto Planet

Want to know more? Let's Chat! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2356816/open_sms] In this episode of Beachside Banter with Bee, we mentally hop over to the Greek island of Crete with Rallou and Yiannis, the dynamic duo behind Porto Planet — a boutique travel agency curating immersive, locally-rooted experiences across Greece. From traditional wedding risotto to secret beaches you won’t find on Google Maps, they share how they’re redefining Greek hospitality for travelers craving more than just a vacation. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • Why Crete is an underrated gem that deserves at least 10 days to explore • The difference between Greek islands like Santorini, Milos, and Zakynthos • How Porto Planet creates intimate, custom cultural experiences with a family-first feel • Traditional Greek dishes like dakos, antikristo, gamopilafo, and more • Where to find the best beaches (hint: they’re not where Instagram says) • What to expect when traveling through Greece — and why staying longer is better Locations + Foods Highlighted: • Crete – Largest island in Greece with major cultural, food, and beach diversity • Santorini – Known for its iconic blue domes • Milos & Zakynthos – Standout beaches: Kleftiko (Milos) and Navagio/Shipwreck Beach (Zakynthos) • Chania, Elafonissi, Preveli Beach, Vai Beach, Balos, Agios Nikolaos – Beach hotspots in Crete • Peloponnese – For wine, food, and history beyond Athens • Athens – A must for the Acropolis and ancient culture • Traditional Dishes – Dakos, antikristo (spit-roasted lamb), gamopilafo (wedding rice), fresh olive oil, local cheeses Timestamps: 00:00 – Meet Rallou & Yiannis The couple introduces Porto Planet and shares how their agency was inspired by Yiannis’ late father, a pioneer in Greece’s food and wine tours. 07:30 – Mamma Mia & Culinary Adventures Their most popular tours include a Mamma Mia-inspired island hop and culinary experiences featuring olive oil, wine tastings, and farm-to-table dining. 12:00 – Greece’s Traditional Foods & Festivities From wedding lamb cooked antikristo-style to gamopilafo and dakos, Bee learns about Crete’s most iconic dishes and when they’re served. 19:15 – How to Travel Greece the Right Way Tips for flying into Greece, whether to ferry or fly to Crete, and why Athens should be a short stop — but Crete deserves the spotlight. 27:00 – The Real Greek Island Rundown Yiannis breaks down the true scale of Crete and explains why one week won’t cut it. They also talk about underrated beaches like Elafonissi, Preveli, and Vai. 36:00 – Cultural Hospitality & Why Every Guest Becomes Family Yiannis and Rallou share stories from past guests, including a card game showdown, Easter celebrations, and how Porto Planet makes every travel Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/contacttn] FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE * Patreon: Life, Love & Travel [https://www.patreon.com/c/lifeloventravel] * Facebook: Life, Love & Travel [https://facebook.com/lifeloventravel] * Instagram: Life, Love & Travel [https://instagram.com/lifeloventravel] * TikTok: Life, Love & Travel [https://tiktok.com/@lifeloventravel] * Pinterest: Life, Love & Travel [https://pinterest.com/lifeloventravel] * YouTube: Beachside Banter w/Bee [https://www.youtube.com/@BeachsideBanterwBee] * LinkedIn: Bee Davis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bee-davis-entrepreneur/]

From Combat Zones to Coastlines: Pete Turner’s Stories of War, Podcasting, and Beach Life

Want to know more? Let's Chat! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2356816/open_sms] Episode Summary: This week on Beachside Banter with Bee, we sit down with Pete A. Turner — an ex-Army spy turned veteran podcaster with over 2,000 episodes under his belt. Pete shares how his background in intelligence operations shaped his approach to storytelling, podcasting, and finding truth in conversations. From the dangerous streets of war zones to the chill vibes of palapa beach bars, Pete drops gems on how to show up, how to connect, and why Florida's beaches and food still win his heart. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • What it’s really like to go from spy work to storytelling • Why Florida wins the beach wars — and the food wars too • How to book high-profile podcast guests with confidence • Why in-person podcasting builds deeper connections • How to find magic in unscripted conversations • What paradise means when life slows down Locations + Food Mentioned: • California Beaches – San Diego’s Dog Beach, Portuguese Beach • Florida Beaches – Anna Maria Island (AMI), Fort Lauderdale (Las Olas area), Florida Keys • Other Mentions – Cabo San Lucas (West Side), Leadville CO • Food Spots & Styles – Florida palapa-style beach bars, shrimp, rum runners, local no-sign food joints Timestamps: 00:00 – Meet Pete Turner From spy life to podcasting legend, Pete shares his unconventional journey, including 10+ years of podcasting and how it all began. 09:00 – East Coast vs West Coast Beaches Bee and Pete dive into the great beach debate: California or Florida? They share personal picks like Portuguese Beach and Las Olas. 14:00 – Beach Bars, Shrimp Plates & No-Sign Restaurants Pete shares why he prefers small, local beach bars in Florida over polished resort experiences — and where to find the best (and cheapest) eats. 22:00 – Pete’s Spy Past & Dangerous Missions He opens up about intense moments in Iraq, from bullets hitting walls to conversations mid-firefight, and why fear isn’t part of his everyday mindset. 30:00 – Podcasting on the Road How Pete sets up in people’s homes, including a memorable trip to Leadville, CO with Tour de France rider Floyd Landis and a visit to a dispensary. 39:00 – Booking Big Guests & Staying Curious Pete explains how he lands high-profile interviews and why he seeks out challenging conversations that push both host and listener to grow. 52:00 – What Does Paradise Mean to Pete? Spoiler: naps, beaches, and curiosity. Pete shares what a perfect day looks like for him — and why it's all about ease, not flash. About Our Guest: Pete A. Turner is a former Army spy and the host of The Break It Down Show, a podcast with over 2,000 episodes that blends deep-dive storytelling, culture, and intelli Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/contacttn] FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE * Patreon: Life, Love & Travel [https://www.patreon.com/c/lifeloventravel] * Facebook: Life, Love & Travel [https://facebook.com/lifeloventravel] * Instagram: Life, Love & Travel [https://instagram.com/lifeloventravel] * TikTok: Life, Love & Travel [https://tiktok.com/@lifeloventravel] * Pinterest: Life, Love & Travel [https://pinterest.com/lifeloventravel] * YouTube: Beachside Banter w/Bee [https://www.youtube.com/@BeachsideBanterwBee] * LinkedIn: Bee Davis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bee-davis-entrepreneur/]