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This episode is part of our special series giving you expert knowledge for your travels.
We are joined by Lexi Stephens aka Lexis Wine List.
After falling in love with wine in the heart of Tuscany, Lexi realized the beverage fit right in with her other two passions - food and travel - so she became a full-time wine enthusiast.
She started her virtual wine tasting business during the pandemic and has grown it into a welcoming community of people who just want to drink wine and learn together. She has now expanded her services into leading in-person wine tastings, and she runs a wine club that highlights boutique California wineries and connects winemakers to consumers.
On the episode we discuss her tops on how you can plan wine tasting trips around the world.
You can find out more about Lexi on her website and socials - https://www.lexiswinelist.com/
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This episode is part of our special series giving you expert knowledge for your travels.
We are joined by Nemo Travel to discuss everything honeymoons. No matter what stage you are at as part of your honeymoon planning journey we're sure this episode will help.
Tom Harding - Co-Founder & CEOTom's entrepreneurial spirit and experience managing Kenya’s top lodges will make planning your honeymoon an amazing journey in itself.
Venetia Baring - Latin America Travel Expert
Venetia's heart beats for South America and her passion for uncovering unique local experiences ensures your trip feels truly authentic.
Sofia McConnell - Africa Expert
Growing up in Kenya, Sofia's knowledge of the safari world and East Africa's lodges is second to none. Expect a unique understanding of one of the world’s top honeymoon destinations.
You can find out more about Nemo Travel on their website and socials -
https://www.nemo-travel.com/
https://www.instagram.com/wearenemotravel/
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This episode is part of our special series giving you expert knowledge for your travels.
We are joined by Clarissa Cappelletti who is the UK Country Manager at WeRoad. On the episode we are discussing the importance of building a community when you're travelling.
WeRoad is a travel company providing group adventures for Millennials. They group strangers together to help them share incredible experiences around the world together.
Their business is profoundly human: it’s built on relationships and interactions - not only while we're travelling. They plan many events throughout the year to meet and engage our community and enable their WeRoaders and Travel Coordinators to share their stories with one another.
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Sean Conway is a Brittish-Zimbabwean ultra endurance athlete, author of several books and motivational speaker.
He broke the world record for completing 105 Ironman triathlons in 105 days.
He was the first person to swim the length of Britain,is the only person to have completed a length of Britain triathlon,has completed the world's longest triathlon of 4200 miles and has the world record for the fastest self supported cycle across Europe.
On the episode we discuss how his childhood helped shape his sense of adventure, his achievements so far as well as his dreams.
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Chanté is a writer, award-winning Guardian podcast presenter and digital content producer.
A versatile journalist, Chante frequently writes for a variety of publications, with her work ranging from celebrity interviews to cultural commentary and first-person reportage.
She is also well-versed in production, script writing for Netflix’s Legacy of Top Boy documentary and story producing for Bumble’s Black Love Series as well as Chivas Regal’s Series The Rise with Stefflon Don, Headie One and Dexta Daps.
Chanté presented Channel 4’s How Not To Be Racist for two seasons, landing her an Edinburgh TV Fest Ones to Watch nomination. She also hosted Channel 4’s stand-alone Snapchat series House of Horoscopes.
A skilled public speaker, she regularly gives keynote speeches and hosts panel discussions and live events. She has collaborated with brands such as Bumble, Adidas, Spotify and YouTube as a content producer.
She is currently writing for her first book A Quick Ting On: The Black British Power Movement, due out in October 2025.
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Erim is the largest Sikh influencer in the uk with over 700,000 followers across TikTok and instagram, she uses her platform to help girls who like her, may not have grown up with a mum or sisters.
Erim is the Founder of ByErim (luxury hair and beard care: www.byerim.com), the most awarded indie haircare brand in the uk!
On the episode we discuss her love of travelling and living between London and Dubai.
@erimkaur
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Raven Schwam-Curtis is a recent graduate of Northwestern University with a master’s degree in African American Studies. Her research explores intersectional histories with a focus on Black and Jewish relationality. Before her studies at Northwestern, Raven was an undergraduate student at Cornell University. They graduated in May 2020 summa cum laude with double majors in Feminist, Gender & Sexuality Studies and Asian Studies with a concentration in China and double minors in Inequality Studies and Africana Studies.
In addition to her academic endeavors, Raven also works as a content creator and keynote speaker. Bringing the expertise of academia to life in digital spaces allows Raven to serve the communities she loves and cherishes by democratizing credible sources of information. Her work online unpacks the possibilities of the digital humanities and the exciting ways it allows us to learn.
Her work has been featured in Glamour Magazine, The Washington Post, USA Today, Slate Buzzfeed, and more. As Gen Z increasingly turns to digital methods of learning educators need to adapt, and as a member of Gen Z themselves, Raven is up for the challenge!
https://www.ravenreveals.com
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We sit down for a travel planning special with Pogo.
Pogo - Plan on the Go is a new travel planning app that can be used to help you with your next adventure.
Did you know that on average the UK adventure seeker uses 21 apps and websites when planning a trip?!
Say goodbye to travel stuff splattered across notes, emails, Instagram and WhatsApp. With Pogo, you can save everything for a trip on one Pinboard. From places and notes to documents and checklists.
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Rebecca Bowyer is a renowned Stylist, specialising in Celebrity Red Carpet, editorial and campaign styling.
Since graduating with 1st Class Honours in Journalism, Rebecca began her career writing fashion columns and trend reports. Her passion led to Creative Direction and Styling.
Amongst Rebecca’s Celebrity clients are Michelle Keegan, Mollie King, Frankie Bridge and Rochelle Hulmes.
Rebecca has travelled the world through her work, shooting in Cities such as Cape Town, Miami, Paris, Palma, Barcelona and Luxor.
Her professionalism is unrivalled, building loyal and long-lasting relationships with clients. Rebecca is highly respected for elevating style with class and elegance while oozing ‘cool girl’ vibes.
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Matt Wurnig is the creator of 50 Dates 50 States. The popular social media series where he has traveled to all 50 States to go on a date with a different girl in each state twice. Matt has grown a following of over 650,000 followers across platforms and accumulated over 300 million total views on his videos. He's been featured on an array of national news outlets such as Good Morning America, On Air with Ryan Seacrest, Access Hollywood, The New York Post and more. He is currently planning for a new and exciting 3rd season of 50 Dates 50 States with a whole new format.
https://www.tiktok.com/@50dates50states
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From sushi spots to italian gems, Asti has always loved indulging in the extensive London food scene and finding the best hidden gems in the city. With a camera roll filled with food, she decided to share her experiences on Instagram through a page called @eatwithast, of which only her close friends followed, which grew from less than 500 followers to over 10,000 within one year. Fast forward to May 2022. Over 800 posts and a combined following of over 50,000 followers, @eatwithast continues to grow with a powerful presence on Instagram and TikTok, sharing the latest hotspots in London and beyond.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/eatwithast?igsh=bDZybnlpNGx4c2Q0&utm_source=qr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asti-wagner-246249175?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatwithast?_t=8lxU8h4AzVR&_r=1
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Charishma and Boomer (her 5 year old Samoyed) live in Los Angeles, California and she loves to share content @life.with.a.landcloud that involves her life with her fluffy dog by her side. She covers a variety of topics with a focus on travel, health and wellness and fostering connections. Boomer has had such a huge impact on Charishma's mental health, so she shares about how with the help of Boomer she is able to slowly find happiness again.
They spend a lot of time every year on all kinds of adventures - from local camping road trips to international trips as well! Charishma's goal through her social media platforms is to share her life with a vulnerability to showcase how we all go through struggles with the intention of someone watching her content to not feel alone in their dark times.She is also launching a newsletter called "Cloud Nine" where she will be sharing tips covering health and wellness (of both Boomer and herself) and travel suggestions as well! You can sign up here : https://cloudnine.beehiiv.com/subscribe
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Tyson Sadler is an explorer, traveller and award-winning filmmaker. He has directed documentaries for The New York Times, Associated Press, and The Huffington Post. His films have been screened at festivals around the world including Tribeca Film Festival, South by Southwest, The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and the Toronto International Film Festival. An early pioneer in virtual reality documentaries, he has used cutting edge technology to tell stories that build empathy around causes such as climate change, forced migration, and human rights. Sadler has worked with Sierra Club, Pencils Of Promise, World Vision, Save The Children, and Global Citizen. He is also the founder of Waterborn Expeditions, a responsible travel company committed to ethical ocean exploration.
Travel is at a tipping point. Tourists are unintentionally destroying the very things they have come to see. Overtourism has magnified its impact on the environment, wildlife, and vulnerable communities around the globe. Filmed in over 15 countries and guided by the world’s leading tourism and conservation visionaries, THE LAST TOURIST reveals the real conditions and consequences of one of the largest industries worldwide through the forgotten voices of those working in its shadow. The role of the modern tourist is on trial.
https://tysonsadler.com/
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To mark Mother's Day (in the UK) we've got a very special guest.. Emma's mum.
Liz has been across the world and is one of the biggest inspirations behind Emma always wanting to travel the world, meet new people and learn about new cultures.
On the episode they talk about Liz's travel stories (some that even Emma has never heard) as well as sharing their favourite memories together.
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Adam is a British Adventurer and thrill seeker currently travelling the globe to chase every challenge he can find. Everything is on the agenda, from bodybuilding to climbing mountains and skydiving. His message centres around how he gained the confidence to start the journey to become the best version of himself, and how you can too.
https://www.youtube.com/@AdamRadcliffe
https://adamradclifts.com/
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An entrepreneur cum activist, broadcaster turned filmmaker, Leon Mann MBE has devoted his career to bringing life to incredible stories throughout the world of sport.
At the heart of his passion for the industry, his filming and campaigns present inspiring athletes, coaches, and sports executives with a platform to tell their piece. In doing so, he saw an opportunity to launch his own consultancy and production agency, and is now collaborating with some of the world’s top sporting talents.
In 2014, Leon founded, and became director of, the independent sports consultancy and
Among his most celebrated work, he directed and produced the critically acclaimed BBC film, Usain Bolt: ‘The Fastest Man Who Has Ever Lived’. He also made the Can Anyone Beat Bolt? documentary ahead of the London 2012 Summer Olympics for BBC Three.
Leon has been the England football reporter and also covered the European Championships for ITV Sport. As a presenter, he has fronted the BBC’s Boxing coverage and was a feature TV reporter at the London Olympics. Among his other notable interviews, Leon has secured opportunities with former England football captain David Beckham, US basketball icon Michael Jordan, Jamaican sprinter Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Portuguese football manager José Mourinho.
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Alastair Humphreys is a British Adventurer and Author. He spent over 4 years cycling round the world, a journey of 46,000 miles through 60 countries and 5 continents.
More recently Alastair has walked across southern India, rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, run six marathons through the Sahara desert, completed a crossing of Iceland, busked through Spain and participated in an expedition in the Arctic, close to the magnetic North Pole. He has trekked 1000 miles across the Empty Quarter desert and 120 miles round the M25 – one of his pioneering microadventures. He was named as one of National Geographic’s Adventurers of the year for 2012. In 2023, The Royal Geographical Society gave Alastair the Ness Award for ‘his long-standing contributions to promoting a greater understanding of our world and wider public engagement with the outdoors.
After years of expeditions all over the world, adventurer Alastair Humphreys spends a year exploring the detailed local map around his home.Can this unassuming landscape, marked by the glow of city lights and the hum of busy roads, hold any surprises for the world traveller or satisfy his wanderlust? Could a single map provide a lifetime of exploration?
Discovering more about the natural world than in all his years in remote environments, he learns the value of truly getting to know his neighbourhood.
An ode to slowing down, Local is a celebration of curiosity and time spent outdoors, as well as a rallying cry to protect the wild places on our doorstep.
https://alastairhumphreys.com
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Jade is a model turned actor and influencer who encourages fitness for all sizes. She has been fortunate enough to travel for work and live in different countries, but also loves to travel for her own mental health and wellbeing and just experience what the world has to offer.
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Samuel Walker is a British table tennis player. He competed for England in the men's team event at the 2014 Commonwealth Games where he won a silver medal and went on to being a part of the England team at the World Team Championships in 2016.
In June 2016, Walker was called up to the Team GB table tennis squad for the Rio Olympic Games.
In 2021, Walker became the first English player to win a doubles title on the international circuit since the advent of the ITTF World Tour in 1996, when he and Sweden's Truls Moregard won the men's doubles at the Czech Open.On the episode we discuss his career and how it's taken him across the world.
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Elli & Flo AKA TheLeFamily began a TikTok channel sharing their adventures and life as a couple. The channel has over 240,000 followers and they've gained over 7 million views for their videos.
Emma sits down with them to talk about travelling as a couple and to share their favourite travel memories.
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https://www.youtube.com/@its_thelefamily
https://www.tiktok.com/@_thelefamily
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