059 - Russia, Poland, China, & More With Author, Kristine Madera. - Travel Stories

Encore - India, Tibet, Japan, Bali, & So Much More With Entrepreneur, Joshua Onysko. - Travel Stories

I'm taking a break this week, my friends. Please enjoy this encore episode originally released 6/22/25! In this episode, I speak with Joshua Onysko, founder of Pangea Organics, about his extensive travels and the impact they have had on his life and career. Joshua shares stories from his travels, including his experiences in India and Tibet, and how these journeys have shaped his understanding of culture, sustainability, and personal growth. He discusses the importance of sourcing quality ingredients for his organic skincare line and the connections he has made along the way, including a serendipitous meeting with Goldie Hawn. The conversation also touches on recent travels in Europe and the unexpected love story that emerged from his adventures. Find Pangea Organics here: https://pangeaorganics.com/ [https://pangeaorganics.com/] Find Joshua on Insta at https://instagram.com/joshua.scott.onysko [https://instagram.com/joshua.scott.onysko] And https://instagram.com/alpine.provisions [https://instagram.com/alpine.provisions] Want to be a guest on Where Have You Been? - Travel Stories? Send William Roehm a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast]

064 - Asia, Australia, Italy, & More With Travel Creator & Podcast Host, Paula Barnes. - Travel Stories

In this weeks' conversation, Paula Barnes shares her extensive travel experiences, highlighting encounters with wildlife in Sri Lanka, the cultural richness of India, and the underrated beauty of Malta. She discusses her adventures in Mauritius and Ireland, emphasizing the warmth of the people and the unique experiences each destination offers. Paula also shares her future travel plans, including a dream trip to Antarctica, showcasing her passion for exploration and connection with different cultures. Find Paula's website here: https://trulyexpattravel.com/ [https://trulyexpattravel.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trulyexpat/ [https://www.facebook.com/trulyexpat/] Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Trulyexpat [https://www.pinterest.com/Trulyexpat] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trulyexpattravelpodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@trulyexpattravelpodcast] Insta: https://www.instagram.com/trulyexpattravel/ [https://www.instagram.com/trulyexpattravel/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulabarrecabarnes/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulabarrecabarnes/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@trulyexpattravel [https://www.tiktok.com/@trulyexpattravel] Want to be a guest on Where Have You Been? - Travel Stories? Send Bill Roehm a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast]

063 - Kenya, Nairobi, Buenos Aires, & Peru, With Therapist & Author, Dr. Chad Scott. - Travel Stories

This week I welcome back Dr. Chad Scott, a therapist and author, to discuss his experiences with dark tourism and how travel has served as a therapeutic outlet for him. Chad shares insights from his book, 'Beyond the Darkness,' which explores transformative journeys through historically dark places. The conversation delves into the therapeutic nature of travel, the beauty found in suffering, and Chad's recent travels, including a safari in Kenya and experiences in Nairobi. The episode highlights the importance of empathy and reverence when visiting places of historical significance and how these experiences can lead to personal growth and understanding. Find Chad's website here: http://www.drchadscott.com/ [http://www.drchadscott.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chadscottauthor/ [https://www.facebook.com/chadscottauthor/] Want to be a guest on Where Have You Been? - Travel Stories? Send Bill Roehm a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast]

062 - China, Spain, German, & More With Certified Financial Educator & Podcaster, Suzy May. - Travel Stories

In this week's conversation, Suzy May shares her experiences living in Sevilla, Spain, and the reasons behind choosing this city for her family. She discusses the importance of slow travel, the rich history of the region, and memorable encounters during her travels, including a unique experience working with pandas in China. The conversation also touches on the significance of flexibility in travel planning and the value of human connections while exploring new places. Find her websites here: https://suzymaywander.com/ [https://suzymaywander.com/] & here: https://www.wanderworldschool.com/ [https://www.wanderworldschool.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzymaywanderhost/ [https://www.facebook.com/suzymaywanderhost/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzymay.wander [https://www.youtube.com/@suzymay.wander] Insta: https://www.instagram.com/suzymay.wander/ [https://www.instagram.com/suzymay.wander/] Substack: https://substack.com/@suzymaywander [https://substack.com/@suzymaywander] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzymaywander [https://www.tiktok.com/@suzymaywander] Want to be a guest on Where Have You Been? - Travel Stories? Send Bill Roehm a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast]

061 - Spain, Greece, Vietnam, & More With Luxury Travel Designer, Eleanor. - Travel Stories

In this episode of the Where Have You Been? podcast, I interview Eleanor, a luxury travel designer. Eleanor shares her journey into the world of travel design, discussing how her passion for travel led her to create personalized itineraries for clients. She emphasizes that luxury in travel is subjective and focuses on experiences rather than material possessions. Eleanor recounts her favorite travel experiences, particularly her transformative trip to Greece, and highlights the importance of guided tours and local insights in enhancing travel experiences. Eleanor is an award-winning travel advisor and blogger at Elevate Your Escapes travel company, covering Europe, the Caribbean, Alaska, Africa, and beyond. She is an avid traveler herself and has visited 70 countries.   Each year, she helps hundreds of clients plan vacations, celebrations, birthdays, honeymoons, and more, all across the world. Eleanor from Elevate Your Escapes is a Top 30 First Mate (Travel Agent) with Virgin Voyages, and partners with many luxury ocean cruise, river cruise, and land-based companies. She has earned numerous agency awards, and has also been named a Future Leader in Travel.   Find her website here: http://www.elevateyourescapes.com/ [http://www.elevateyourescapes.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevateyourescapes [https://www.facebook.com/elevateyourescapes] Insta: https://www.instagram.com/elevateyourescapes/ [https://www.instagram.com/elevateyourescapes/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elevateyourescapes [https://www.tiktok.com/@elevateyourescapes] Want to be a guest on Where Have You Been? - Travel Stories? Send Bill Roehm a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast [https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast]