Smart Asspirations With Justin Huff

This week we are joined by Botswana safari icon Mike Myers! Mike has been in the Botswana safari business for 40 years now, and his travels have taken him to every corner of the Okavango Delta. His photography work is legendary, and if you’ve considered a Botswana safari before, you may have already seen his work! Mike is the General Manager of the new, sublime Xigera Safari Lodge in the heart of the Okavango. Join us as Mike takes us through the process of how Xigera came to be the architectural masterpiece that it is today, what it’s like producing world-class cuisine in a remote environment like the Okavango, and some of the phenomenal wildlife encounters that are happening around the camp! You can listen to the podcast here [https://www.swaggyswan.com/podcast] as well as watch along on YouTube video here [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC7O8mUInvgXxJKZ8sBz-1g/videos] (featuring some of Mike’s amazing photography). To begin planning your safari, please contact us here [https://www.swaggyswan.com/travel-with-us].

This week I am honored to welcome my friend Amit Sankhala on the podcast [https://www.swaggyswan.com/podcast]. Amit’s family is one of the driving forces behind tiger and community conservation in India as well as the subject of Discovery Channel’s film Tigerland. Additionally, Amit runs the stunning Jamtara Wilderness Camp; Pench National Park’s premier safari accommodation. Amit and I discuss all of the nuances of how tiger conservation started in India, what a typical day on an Indian safari is like, and how his sustainability model has improved the quality of life of both the wildlife and communities where he operates. Our fascinating discussion also takes us through a few of India’s most colorful festivals, including the famed Kumbh Mela and Nagaland Hornbill Festival. Finally, we journey into Gujarat; one of India’s off the beaten path gems for pure, original cultural experiences as well as being one of the best destinations on the planet for embroidery. Check out this fascinating chat by checking out our podcast [https://www.swaggyswan.com/podcast] and don’t miss the incredible photos featured on our YouTube video here [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC7O8mUInvgXxJKZ8sBz-1g]!

Be the first! Delve into a fascinating discussion with myself and African explorer, conservationist, and overall badass Brandon Kemp! Brandon is THE man behind the incredible conservation story of Southern Tanzania’s Usangu Wetlands. Now a part of the epic Ruaha National Park, Usangu is one of Africa’s final unexplored wildlife frontiers. Beckoning savvy travelers for discovery, you’ll learn about the unbelievable game viewing, stunning scenery, and pioneering experience of visiting a far-flung paradise like Usangu. You won’t want to be left out on this awesome chat! Hope you enjoy! Check out this safari gem by checking out our podcast [https://www.swaggyswan.com/podcast] and don’t miss the incredible photos featured on our YouTube video here [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC7O8mUInvgXxJKZ8sBz-1g]!

Leopards falling out of trees! The first podcast guest of 2021 is none other than my friend Jan Scholtz from Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve. Located in the heart of South Africa’s greater Kruger area, the Sabi Sands is such a perfect place to consider for a first safari. Guaranteed epic wildlife viewing combined with natural social distancing in stunning, luxurious accommodations with UNBELIEVABLE gourmet cuisine, you can’t go wrong with Sabi Sabi. Check out this safari gem by checking out our podcast [https://www.swaggyswan.com/podcast] and don’t miss the incredible photos featured on our YouTube video here [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC7O8mUInvgXxJKZ8sBz-1g]!

Take the Polar Plunge! This week, Justin sits down with professional wildlife and landscape expedition photographer Adrian Wlodarczyk. Adrian’s specialty are the most castaway regions on Earth - Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Russian Far East. His private, curated expedition charters are one of a kind, designed to each guests preferences and ensures the utmost in flexibility, privacy, and quality. Learn more about these surreal, captivating destinations and how private charters are the ultimate way to experience each of them! We hope you enjoy, and as always, you can find all of our YouTube interviews here [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC7O8mUInvgXxJKZ8sBz-1g?view_as=subscriber] and our full podcast list here [https://www.swaggyswan.com/podcast].