Best Erika Bud Podcasts (2024)

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An American Teaching in the United Arab Emirates 52:07

1y ago52:07

52:07

Listen as Ashley shares her experience with moving from the United States with her son to teach in the United Arab Emirates. She explains what life is really like in the UAE, how she was treated as an American, and some of the struggles she has had with returning to the United States as a result of the safety mindset she developed while living in t…

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Traveling Abroad for Cheap by Travel Hacking 52:03

1y ago52:03

52:03

What is travel hacking? How does it help you travel abroad with your family for less than the cost of a domestic flight? Listen to Kelly as she talks about travel hacking, homestays, and vacation rentals, all on a low income. Learn more about the different ways that you can make international family vacations affordable on the Planes, Trains, & Kid…

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Without Labels with Guest Elaine Mercedes Mondeza 30:16

1+ y ago30:16

30:16

Join me in conversation with my Guest Elaine Mercedes Mondeza. Yes, we talk about travel, social issues, and just about everything else. Elaine has been a nomad for the past eight years and finally has decided to make Spain her forever home. Elaine is so much more, an author, advocate, TEDx speaker and travel writer. Elaine and I talk about she did…

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Travel Rangers and More with Guest Erika Bud 22:48

1+ y ago22:48

22:48

Join me in conversation with Erika Bud. Erika went from being a Los Angeles Police Officer to an Author of Children's Books, but not just any type of book as we find out in this podcast. Erika has travelled to some 30 countries and has actually lived in Spain and Australia and found her back in Barcelona for this podcast where she is spending a mon…

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Moving to Mexico with Guest Mathieu Dufour 26:43

1+ y ago26:43

26:43

Join me in conversation with Mathieu Dufour. Mat and his pregnant wife and young son decided on a whim to sell everything and make the move from Canada to Mexico. Mat talks about the local ex-pat community and how they have been so helpful in assisting the family in settling in. It may not be the life for everyone and this may not be the final dest…

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Traveling with Severe Food Allergies 44:21

1+ y ago44:21

44:21

When you have a child who has severe allergies, traveling abroad can be terrifying. In this episode, I speak with Sarah Thai who shares many helpful tips that she has learned while traveling abroad with her toddler who has severe allergies. If you have kids with allergies or kids who are just picky eaters, you won’t want to miss this episode! Make …

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Visit South Korea with Guest Linda King 21:41

1+ y ago21:41

21:41

On today's podcast, I dive deep into a conversation with Linda King. Linda is a traveller who has visited 32 countries with plans to visit many more. Linda has captured her experiences, tips and tricks to help you. Founder of The Smart Travelista, Linda has published a five-book series all geared to help you the traveller. To connect with Linda, yo…

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The Carolina Experience With Guest Steve Hetherington 24:37

1+ y ago24:37

24:37

Entrepreneur Steve Hetherington shares his vision for The Carolina Experience, a collection of premium accommodations located in small towns throughout North Carolina. From mountain condos to beachfront properties and glamping pods, The Carolina Experience offers a range of unique and high-quality stays designed to showcase the natural beauty and h…

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Traveling the World with Toddlers 38:23

1+ y ago38:23

38:23

Becky and her husband were avid world travelers, backpacking through Europe. When they had kids, Becky wanted to wait, but her husband was determined to keep traveling the world. Listen as Becky shares her challenges with traveling abroad with three children under five years old, why she now loves traveling with her young kids, and great tips inclu…

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Off the beaten trek with Guest Patti Shales Lefkos 23:01

1+ y ago23:01

23:01

Listeners will be inspired by Patti Shales Lefkos' incredible story of determination, passion, and love for travel and education. From trekking over 700 kilometres of the Great Himalayan Trail to building homes and supporting education in Nepal, Patti has made a significant impact on the lives of many. She reminds us that one person can make a diff…

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Globetrotting with Gary Arndt: Everything Everywhere and Beyond 13:31

1+ y ago13:31

13:31

Host Randall McKeown and guest Gary Arndt take listeners on a journey around the world as they share their love for travel and learning. From exploring the Pacific and Southeast Asia to visiting almost all of the national parks in the United States, Gary Arndt share his experiences and insights on the places he has been. Gary hosts his own daily Po…

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A 14-Month Sabbatical with Two Kids 52:20

1+ y ago52:20

52:20

In this episode, I speak with James Olsen. He’s a lawyer, husband, and father to an 11-year-old daughter and an 8-year-old son. They are currently traveling the world on a 14-month sabbatical. Listen as he shares what inspired this sabbatical and how they financed such a great trip. He’ll speak on everything from renting your house to insurance. If…

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She TheQueen With Guest Annie Chopra 17:37

1+ y ago17:37

17:37

We delve into the inspiring travel experiences and entrepreneurial journey of Annie Chopra, founder of She the Queen. Join us as we take a glimpse into the life of a young woman who pursues her passion for travel and empowering women. Through her experiences, We look back to when Annie was a child of a diplomat and always on the move and the effect…

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Seek Travel Ride with Guest Bella Molloy 28:53

1+ y ago28:53

28:53

Today join me as I have an interesting conversation with Australian cyclist, Bella Molloy, on the podcast. We discussed her journey of leaving Australia to pursue her passion in the French Pyrenees, where she and her husband set up a cycling business. We talked about her various modes of cycling - cycle commuting, road cycling, mountain biking, gra…

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Short-term Living in Barcelona with a 9-Year Old 33:23

1+ y ago33:23

33:23

In this special episode, the host records the podcast from Barcelona to share their experience as she and her son live in Barcelona for a month. Erika will discuss how she got the courage to make this move and how she is able to afford it. She’ll also explain how she is handling Hayden’s school, what she wished she knew before she arrived, and Hayd…

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Tea in Old Cairo with Guest Rebecca E Chandler 29:53

1+ y ago29:53

29:53

Randall McKeown of Passports and Postcards and his guest Rebecca E. Chandler will take you on an unforgettable journey around the world! From Egypt to Singapore and everywhere in between, dive into stories and advice from two seasoned travellers. Rebecca has explored more than 100 countries and she has just self-published her memoir and journals. R…

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How a Podcast Can Grow Your Business & Your Brand, 3 Major Tips 32:26

1+ y ago32:26

32:26

“The people who are on your show, they're part of your network. I have 128 women who I would never have ever thought that I would have even talked to. It has really helped with my network, and it's created an amazing foundation for my business,” shares Lindsay Pinchuk, entrepreneur, small business advocate, and host of the Dear FoundHer podcast. Li…

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Lessons Learned as a First-Time Parent Traveling Abroad 59:37

1+ y ago59:37

59:37

In this week’s podcast, I speak with Katelyn Stewart, a single mom from the U.S., who just returned from her first trip abroad with her 8-year-old son. Katelyn shares many international travel tips that first-time travelers are sure to want to hear. Listen as she talks about her experiences and why, despite these negative events, she wouldn’t trade…

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Going that Extra Mile with EXEC with Guest Scott Poniewaz 26:51

1+ y ago26:51

26:51

Sit back and enjoy as your host Randall McKeown has a conversation with Scott Poniewaz, Head of EXEC at joinEXEC.com, a travel, hotel and life benefits program. Take a journey with Scott through his exciting experiences as a traveller, his journey with the international travel company he worked for, and his current projects. Listen as he talks abou…

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The Power of Women Business Owners Supporting Each Other, with Kiley Peters of The 100 Collective 27:04

1+ y ago27:04

27:04

“We're asking that every member who joins pledges to help 100 other women build a more financially free and fulfilling life,” shares Kiley Peters, founder of RAYNE IX and The 100 Collective. Kiley is a serial entrepreneur whose passion lies in helping other women business owners succeed. She started The 100 Collective as a way to amplify female sma…

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Single Mom Living in Different Countries with her Daughter 52:38

1+ y ago52:38

52:38

Meet Lidia Aguirre, a single mom from Texas who was terrified to travel out of the country with her daughter. Hear how she overcame her fears to live in Mexico and Korea, how she approached her daughter’s father about her idea, great tips about living abroad, and so much more! This episode inspired the host to move to Barcelona with her son and I h…

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Life's Biohack with Guest Ricardo Wilkins 18:13

1+ y ago18:13

18:13

Host Randall McKeown invites some of the world's most interesting nomads and entrepreneurs to share their stories of health, travel, and career goals. From the twelve-year-old Ricardo Wilkens, who wanted to be a basketball player or a spy, to Randall's own story of pursuing a career in communications instead of a police officer due to his poor visi…

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Good News for Porter Airlines 5:50

1+ y ago5:50

5:50

Just a brief update about Porter Airlines introducing flights from Toronto to Vancouver and back again. Flights from YYZ to YVR.By Randall McKeown

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Worldschooling With Andreas Wil Gerdes 37:20

1+ y ago37:20

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In this week’s podcast, I speak with Andreas as he shares why he doesn’t believe in the conventional school system. You’ll hear when his perspective changed, why it’s so important to let kids learn at their pace, and why we should let kids learn about what they are interested in learning. This episode will leave you questioning what is the best edu…

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It's Your Calendar with Tara Brown 33:14

1+ y ago33:14

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Born in Los Angeles, and not in the good part. Tara had an advantage, she was smart and knew what she wanted. A Yale and MIT-trained architect, Tara understands the need for a great foundation on which to build. Tara is a certified Life Mastery Consultant, a Certified Parent Educator, and a Religious Science Practioner and is certified by both The …

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Moving From New York to Portugal 45:22

1+ y ago45:22

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If you have a friend in Europe, you often hear how many European countries they’ve traveled to because it’s so easy and cheap. Many Americans dream of being able to do this. What happens when you turn that dream into a reality? On this week’s podcast, we speak with Allison and hear how and why she and her family moved from New York to Portugal. She…

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Travel As a Hobby With Guest Sam Mitchell 17:53

1+ y ago17:53

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By Randall McKeown

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Definitely NOT A Story About a Mug 53:33

1+ y ago53:33

53:33

“The product is just an excuse,” said Brickroad founder Mike Faley, of the specialized Obie coffee mug. Mike’s real mission is to spread the word about the transformative power of therapy, which he believes every one of us should be regularly engaging in. Still, the story of the mug’s creation, and everything that led up to it is nonetheless fascin…

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Sex Drugs Rock N Roll and Food Tour with Matthew Gray 28:57

1+ y ago28:57

28:57

On this episode I welcome Chef Mathew Gray. At age 10, Mathew moved from New York to Los Angeles. At age 17 he travelled with Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and Pink Floyd for five years (selling official merchandise) before heading off to Le Cordon Bleu London where he studied to be a Chef. Give listen to this podcast and the extraordinary life travels of …

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Dip Your Toes In With Guest Christine Vibrant 32:17

1+ y ago32:17

32:17

In this episode we speak with Christine Virbrant about her life as a nomad and the challenges and opportunities that arise when you allow yourself to travel the world. New cultures, new aromas, new foods, new languages and more experiences. Originally from South Africa, Christine found herself living and working in Taiwan, before relocating to the …

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Solo Dad Travel Adventures in South Africa 28:24

1+ y ago28:24

28:24

Dax Hamman is a proud father to four girls and currently lives between the U.S. and England. When his girls were five and seven, they made a goal to travel to 30 countries by the age of 16 years old. They have now been to 40 countries. Listen as Dax shares fascinating stories including the time his daughters were almost eaten by a wild animal and t…

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Airlines Don't Care, You should 20:33

1+ y ago20:33

20:33

In this episode, I review the crisis in the Airline Industry here in Canada. The industry opened too fast. It is not just the airlines but the Airlines that offer packages. They don't care about you, they only care about profit. The industry has been exposed through all social media platforms, grilled by the federal government here in Canada and st…

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Coffee Rusks & Safaris 23:53

1+ y ago23:53

23:53

In this episode, we arrive at our last Gamer Reserve and have an excellent time. We go on several sunrise and sunset Safaris and spend a whole day in Kruger National Park. We all got along, although we were not riding together, we came together for the Sundowner overlooking the watering hole #Safari #Africa…

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Have Children, Will Travel The World, with Erika Bud 25:34

1+ y ago25:34

25:34

“I kind of started this whole thing as a parent who loved to travel but didn't want to travel with their child,” says Erika Bud, about the origins of her family travel podcast Planes,Trains & Kids Abroad. It wasn’t until she had a daylong layover in China en route to Australia, and watched her then-five-year-old son interact in wonder with his new …

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Podcasting for Lead Gen & Content Marketing 17:25

1+ y ago17:25

17:25

“Google values original content (such as podcasts), and Google values content that comes from humans,” says Sarah Lockwood, “And I think that our team of really talented podcast show note writers and experts do a wonderful job of really enticing listeners to care about your show and to be intrigued and want to play it. Also, balancing out the consi…

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Gold Luck 16:44

1+ y ago16:44

16:44

In this episode, we are travelling from Humala River Lodge in the Mpumalanga Highlands along the Panorama Route. We make stops at God'Window, Lisbon Falls, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and the Three Rondavels all part of the Blyde River Canyon. A visit by Tom Rourke, who had a strong hunch that there was gold in these parts, staked his claim. Tom had no…

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Dan Santat & the Trip to Europe that Changed His Life 1:03:12

1+ y ago1:03:12

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Parents talk about how traveling abroad changed their child’s life, but what does the child think? Available this week, we’ll hear from Dan Santat and his latest memoir about the middle school trip to Europe that changed his life. Dan is not only a #1 New York Times best-selling author, but he’s a Caldecott winner, Author/Illustrator of over 100 ti…

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Danger on Safari 21:58

1+ y ago21:58

21:58

In this episode, I tell of our adventure of being stuck in a jeep on Safari at night with no one around. No cellphone reception and just sit there as easy prey for any night hunters. Come listen to what happens as 6 people are stuck in the middle of the reserve under the stars.By Randall McKeown

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Land of the San 13:04

1+ y ago13:04

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In this episode I relieve the experience of Day 4 of our South African adventure. We start off from The Shark Bay -Buffelsfontein Game and Nature Reserve -Khwa ttu- The San people, the first people of Southern AfricaBy Randall McKeown

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The Shark Bay 15:32

1+ y ago15:32

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In this episode, we continue with our South African Experience. Today we find ourselves waking up at The Shark Bay Hotel & Spa in Langebaan, West Coast South Africa. We explore Cape Columbine Nature Reserve, Cape Columbine Lighthouse, and lunch at Die Gaaitjie Restaurant in Paternoster-right on the beach, with the South Atlantic Ocean as our backdr…

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Cruising Around the World with a Child 48:04

1+ y ago48:04

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For any cruise lovers or anyone thinking of taking a cruise with their family, join me as Jennifer shares her cruising experiences with her family. Her son went on his first cruise when he was two years old, and now he’s just as addicted as his parents. Hear the resourceful ways Jennifer used to afford international travel, why cruising is great fo…

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Focus Feeds Business Success 24:31

1+ y ago24:31

24:31

“I felt all of it,” says Cheri Ruskus, “the highest highs and the lowest lows.” Starting her first business in her 20s, she experienced all of the emotions that most entrepreneurs have felt or are likely to feel. Some of this is due to her recently diagnosed ADHD, which, she says, many entrepreneurs have. It’s not an affliction, but just a differen…

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Langa, a South African Township 16:13

1+ y ago16:13

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Day 2 of our Cape Town adventure and they take us to Langa Township. Langa has been stated to be the safest Township to visit and probably the most walkable. The day was not all about Langa, however, my experience has left an impression and one that I wish there was more that I could do to eradicate racial discrimination even knowing that Apartheid…

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Robben Island and Nelson Mandela 17:02

1+ y ago17:02

17:02

Probably the most visited Museum in South Africa, Robben Island has a history dating back several hundred years. Nelson Mandela spent 18 of 27 incarcerated years here on Robben Island. Nelson Mandela, a Political activist and Lawyer fought to end apartheid in South Africa. We did also visit some artisans at Watershed, visited a Diamond Museum and h…

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Sabbaticals That Changed a Family Forever 1:09:40

1+ y ago1:09:40

1:09:40

Kellie’s family had a goal to see most continents before the girls graduated high school. This resulted in travel to over 40 countries, two sabbaticals, and worldschooling. Listen as Kellie speaks about how her family made this happen, how the two sabbaticals impacted their family, and talks about her new book, The Passport Project, written from th…

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Africa Mother Land 21:58

2y ago21:58

21:58

Yes, Africa Mother Land, touchdown. We have arrived in Cape Town, South Africa and we stay at the lovely Hotel Verde and our South Africa tour starts the next day with a full week in and around Cape Town. We journey to Belle Maroc Boutique Hotel in Bloubergstrand and have our first experience of the beach, the South Atlantic Ocean and of course Tab…

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Go Touch Down Tour Operator Review 16:55

2y ago16:55

16:55

I generally don't like to come out and rip into a tour company especially being a travel professional myself. I have to come out and warn travellers to stay away from this company. I used this tour company for our trip of a lifetime, and financially it was and the experience was not so exciting. I must say that I enjoyed the Safari portion of our t…

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Jaanse Schans, Zaandam, Amsterdam and Trams 15:20

2y ago15:20

15:20

On this episode we finally make it to see the windmills of Zaanse Schans, just north of Zaandam. This after our Trip with Viator was cancelled. We did receive an email around 10:30 at night the day of the Viator trip that a refund had been requested. I did not request one, but I guess they cancelled the tour. I talk about the trip to see the Windmi…

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A Family Gap Year to Escape the Hamster Wheel of Life 1:03:38

2y ago1:03:38

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Have you ever felt as if you weren’t connecting with your kids or spouse and your life was becoming increasingly transactional? This is exactly how Sheila felt, but the amazing part is that she did something about it. From life in Chicago to a year in Brazil, listen as Sheila talks about the circumstances that led her family to take a gap year, how…

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Sugar City how sweet it is 19:37

2y ago19:37

19:37

In this podcast, I give a little synopsis of our first two days in Zaandam and Amsterdam. Viator failure to inform us that our Tour to Zaanes Schans to see the Windmills had been cancelled. To people watching from the lobby couch and having our first romantic dinner at McDonalds. We head on a search to Sugar City, Halfweg to the Style Outlets in se…

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