ADHD & Travel: Neurodivergent Travel Guide + Tips for Hyperfocus & Crashes

ADHD & Travel: Neurodivergent Travel Guide + Tips for Hyperfocus & Crashes

Travel can be thrilling — and exhausting — for brains that don’t operate “by the book.” Today, we explore ADHD and how it intersects with travel. In this episode you’ll hear: * Our individual experiences with ADHD: how we were diagnosed, what it means to us, how it shows up in travel * Why we’re talking about ADHD and travel: There’s not a lot of research out there on how ADHD intersects with travel, so this is an important topic! * Personal experiences navigating ADHD while traveling: hyperfocus, impulsivity, sensory sensitivity, low frustration tolerance, and creative problem solving * How ADHD impacts traveling with friends or partners * Overstimulation and post-stimulation crash-outs and how to manage them * Practical tactics for ADHD travelers: body doubling, routines, planning strategies, and tips that keep your brain on track Discussion Highlights: * Tyler: Her experience with ADHD diagnosis in adulthood and what’s helped her in her journey * Nikki: Her experience with self-diagnosis in adulthood, learning along the way * Maddie: Her experience with diagnosis as a child and a lifelong journey with ADHD * Group discussion: navigating ADHD highs and lows while traveling, strategies that work, and tips for others Resources & Tactics: * Body Doubling techniques * ADHD travel hacks: lists, reminders, check-ins, pacing your schedule * Therapy & mental health support Next Episode: March Travel Talks → Rome, etc. 🔗 LINKS: Hang out with us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@athousandmilespod] We want to hear from you! Reach our via DM on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] or email at athousandmilespod@gmail.com [athousandmilespod@gmail.com] Hosts: Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors [https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmentors/reels/] Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers [https://www.instagram.com/theinfrequentflyers/?hl=en]   Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin [https://www.instagram.com/nikkiitomlin/] (IG, TT) Nikki Tomlin || https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin [https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin] (YouTube)

Winter Olympics Recap, Sports & Culture | February Travel Talks

Sports might be the fastest way to understand a culture — and we’re diving into exactly why. In this episode you’ll hear: How Maddie’s Winter Olympics recap sparked a deeper conversation about culture and identity Why Nikki’s half marathon in Paris revealed more about French culture than a museum ever could Tyler’s experiences competing in the Island Games and attending sporting events abroad How athletics create community, pride, and belonging around the world Another round of “Trust Me I’ve Been” — this week’s destination: Egypt (can you guess who’s actually been?) Why paying attention to sports while traveling can transform your cultural understanding. Don’t forget to head to Instagram and vote in our Trust Me highlight! 🔗 LINKS: Hang out with us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@athousandmilespod] We want to hear from you! Reach our via DM on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] or email at athousandmilespod@gmail.com [athousandmilespod@gmail.com] Hosts: Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors [https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmentors/reels/] Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers [https://www.instagram.com/theinfrequentflyers/?hl=en]   Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin [https://www.instagram.com/nikkiitomlin/] (IG, TT) Nikki Tomlin || https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin [https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin] (YoutTube)

Hot Takes, 2026 Plans & Trust Me I’ve Been!: January Travel Talks

January Travel Talks is all about connection, conversation, and community. In this episode: * Podcast updates + new 2026 format * Where in the world are we right now * NEW game: Trust Me, I’ve Been! (Norway edition 🇳🇴) * Best places we visited in 2025 * Travel plans for 2026 * Spicy travel hot takes we had to debate Don’t forget to head to Instagram and vote in our Trust Me highlight! 🔗 LINKS: Hang out with us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@athousandmilespod] We want to hear from you! Reach our via DM on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] or email at athousandmilespod@gmail.com [athousandmilespod@gmail.com] Hosts: Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors [https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmentors/reels/] Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers [https://www.instagram.com/theinfrequentflyers/?hl=en]   Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin [https://www.instagram.com/nikkiitomlin/] (IG, TT) Nikki Tomlin || https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin [https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin] (YoutTube)

Reflecting on 2025 & Dreaming Into 2026: January Deep Talks

In this January Deep Talks episode, we reflect on the year that was and look ahead to what we want from the year to come. In this episode: * Podcast updates + what to expect in 2026 * Highlights and low points from 2026 * Our thoughts on New Year’s resolutions * Who we want to be by the end of 2026 * How travel, growth, and life transitions are shaping us This episode is an invitation to reflect alongside us — wherever you’re listening from in the world. 🔗 LINKS: Hang out with us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@athousandmilespod] We want to hear from you! Reach our via DM on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] or email at athousandmilespod@gmail.com [athousandmilespod@gmail.com] Hosts: Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors [https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmentors/reels/] Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers [https://www.instagram.com/theinfrequentflyers/?hl=en]   Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin [https://www.instagram.com/nikkiitomlin/] (IG, TT) Nikki Tomlin || https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin [https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiTomlin] (YouTube)

Best Bits: The Must-Listen Moments from Our First 13 Episodes

New here or ready to relive the chaos? This Best Bits episode breaks down the must-listen moments from our first 13 episodes of A Thousand Miles Podcast. In this episode you’ll hear: * How we introduced ourselves in Episode 1 — by giving bios of each other (and roasting along the way) * The wild story of how Maddie, Nikki, and Tyler met while living across the world * Hilarious and heartfelt advice from Tyler’s 30th birthday episode * A deeper, meaningful conversation on how travel impacts body image and beauty standards * One of our most iconic moments from Nikki’s rapid-fire dating episode, including love languages and a wild Croatia story Whether you’re discovering the pod for the first time or re-listening as a Global Bestie, this episode is a celebration of friendship, growth, vulnerability, and the joy of doing this podcast together. 👉 Don’t forget to Rate, Review, and Subscribe!  Watch this episode on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@athousandmilespodcast] Hang out with us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@athousandmilespod] We want to hear from you! Reach our via DM on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/athousandmilespod/] or email at athousandmilespod@gmail.com [athousandmilespod@gmail.com] Hosts: Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors [https://www.instagram.com/thetravelmentors/reels/] Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers [https://www.instagram.com/theinfrequentflyers/?hl=en]   Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin [https://www.instagram.com/nikkiitomlin/]