"BHostel" is a podcast highlighting hostel life in the United States and around the world. Each episode is a gripping interview with hostel guests sharing unbelievable life stories and cultural insights surrounding a hostel world most never knew existed. Any listener in love with travel, adventure, loss, relationships, and dangerous journeys will love BHostel, a production of FubbzMedia, LLC. For more information about FubbzMedia, LLC. productions and services, please reach out to us at cont ...
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Welcome to World Journeys, a podcast about travel, living abroad, culture, backpacking and all things travel. We'll be talking travel regularly so please subscribe!
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A podcast focused on the best parts of backpacker culture. Listen along as guests share hilarious travel stories, unparalleled recommendations, and tips for seeing the world on a budget.
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My name is Derick Fiedler, I’m a world traveler. When I backpack abroad I chose to stay in hostels, cheap lodging where one shares a room with multiple people of usually mixed gender. At first glance hostels come off as dirty, uncomfortable, and dangerous. If I tell an American I stay in hostels 9 times out of 10 they mention the horror movie “Hostel” and that’s about the only thing they know about them but there is a secret beauty underneath it all that deserves to be shared. Listen to my p ...
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While She's Away Podcast is where we focus the conversation on women in travel! Whether you're a hostel-loving budget backpacker, a queer girly looking to find queer community within the travel space, or trying to learn how to work from anywhere in the world - there is space here for you. Every week join your host, Dianni Hall, as she interviews women on their experience and expertise to help women live their best lives traveling around the world! Dianni is a queer solo budget backpacker, se ...
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Living Unconventionally
Chris Pyak with top travel bloggers, digital nomads, world travelers, expat
Chris Pyak interviews courageous people that have been able to ditch their traditional lives and desk jobs to chase their passions all over the world. The topics covered include travel stories, the best ways to find travel deals, how living in an unconventional way has improved their lives, how they fund their travels, how to make money on the road, and advice for those wanting to ditch their desk as well. 956258
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Join me as I journey across the globe, one hostel at a time, engaging in captivating conversations with fellow travelers. From hilarious anecdotes to heartwarming stories, dive into a world of fascinating tales that’ll make you laugh, cry, and yearn for adventure. Discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. This is HostelStories: Where the World Comes to Talk.
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Eliz Armstrong from MeansToTravel interviews Andres Mongrue on traveling the world for fun and expatriate life in Dubai.
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Two best friends relive their ’Gap Year’ travelling the world in 2010, by re-reading and reflecting on the hilariously misguided blog diary they kept along the way. Just prior to smart-phones and social media taking over our travel habits, these two wide-eyed 18 year olds set off with nothing but digital cameras and a trusty blog to document their trip. From lost passports to inaccessible bank accounts, jumping out of planes and into gorges, this is a nostalgic exploration of first-time trav ...
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We believe every horror movie rightfully has its fanbase - even if we don't always understand why. Join us each week as we dive into the good, the bad, the ugly, and the funny of our favorite and least favorite scary movies. Despite a relationship built on a mutual love of the horror genre, Trav and Jess quickly learned that they loved and loathed different aspects of different movies. What started as friendly debates has turned into an exploration of what makes an enjoyable horror movie for ...
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This is the podcast for anyone and everyone in the Hospitality industry who loves what they do and wants to grow, learn, and experience all the cool things the world of hotels, restaurants, vacation rentals, and travel offers! On the show, Wil Slickers interviews some of the biggest Founders and Professionals within all hospitality segments. Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast is part of Hospitality.FM - The Number One Audio Destination for Hospitality Professionals.
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"Bon Vojacques!" is a podcast about traveling and finding out more about yourself by discovering the world surrounding us. Exploring a new city or country doesn't always go as planned, follow Jacques as he welcomes guests who tell all of their juicy stories - including airport arrests, missing flights or finding true love in a Hostel bar.
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Get actionable advice and the essential fundamentals of running a profitable 5-star Airbnb side-hustle or full on business. Annette’s extensive background in business operations and Sarah’s experience in high-end hospitality management and interior design make them a powerhouse duo that will deliver high impact content. With almost a decade of combined hosting experience they will not only share their own stories welcoming thousands of guests from around the world but also those of other Sup ...
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Ayo! Just here to take you out of your slumpt Monday routine and into my world of chaotic travel experiences! Every week, I partner up with one of my friends and discuss things that ACTUALLY happen to me while traveling solo abroad:) It's a wild ride, so if you'd like to join me on a journey, then simply pack your bags by picking a podcast:) Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brooke-seals/support
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We explore ideas and practices once believed to be true but no longer. Each dead idea is explored in all its glorious eccentricity. For example, discover miasma, the theory that plague comes from stinky air; or the medical diagnosis of hysteria, which holds that women's wombs wander around their bodies causing trouble. Join us on a fun romp through the history of ideas that didn’t quite stand the test of time.
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We’re Amanda & Ryan and we’re the hosts of The World Wanderers podcast. We’re a traveling couple originally from Alberta, Canada with a love of exploring the world, eating great food (mostly Mexican food, if we’re being honest), learning new languages, and meeting new people. The World Wanderers podcast is a travel diary of our adventures since we started traveling together in 2011. We take you with us as we travel through Europe, Southeast Asia, Australia & New Zealand as 22-year old budget ...
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It's simple! Every week, we steal the best talent away from dreary college classrooms all over the country, and talk to them about the goings-on in the campus world. Join hosts Krupa Gohil and Rohit 'P-Man' Pereira every Tuesday for music, poetry, and fun ramblings.
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Fasten your seat belt for a wild ride into the craziest travel stories from around the world that never made it into the guidebooks! Everyone has that one crazy travel story. You know, that one you’ve told a million times at the pub with your mates and perhaps some strangers over a beer... whether it’s getting lost, a brush with death, a holiday fling with a hot foreigner, that time you experimented with something new or perhaps you went looking for a good time and ending up finding yourself ...
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Hello and welcome to Hopeful World; the social project podcast. I’m Charlie Wright, founder of Hopeful Traders, the clothing brand that collaborates with the homeless community. In this series we will be shining a light on individuals and organizations taking the issues that affect our society into their own hands. At Hopeful Traders we aim to do more than just give. We want to build and connect communities where individuals are provided with opportunities to support themselves as well as th ...
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A humourous and irreverant look at the world of travel, where travellers and experts share their stories on a relevant topic each episode. Presented by best-selling travel author, Peter Moore, with an expert guest each week, it really is the travel podcast for when you've really lost it.
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This is a narrative travel podcast about a solo female backpacker who interviews strangers she meets while backpacking. Stories of adventure traveling like National Geographic, interview style like Fresh Air, and diverse/alternative storytelling like This American Life and Snap Judgement.
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All The S**t I’ve Learned Abroad is an international travel podcast with production spanning the globe. Canadian hosts Steph Paige and Andrea Gillis record remotely between Melbourne, Australia and London, England to bring listeners lessons learned through decades of travelling. Together, the pair have visited almost every exotic location in the world… and some not so exotic. With only the most extreme destinations left unexplored, not by choice, the duo have a wealth of firsthand knowledge ...
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The Travel is Real is a podcast about hearing captivating stories from adventures abroad. Each guest on the episode reveals an experience which occurred while traveling, backpacking, or living abroad. These stories range from fun, comedic, risqué, to bizarre, gross, harrowing or horrific. As long as the if the narrative is intriguing, I want to hear it! Typically if an interview revolves around an arduous, dangerous, or harrowing narrative, the guest and I will give advice and tips, so liste ...
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If you’re looking for the coolest places to visit, the best foods to try while you’re there, and the wildest stories of how life unfolds when you step out and explore…This is the place for you…..welcome to Eat, Drink, Sleep, Repeat
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The Red Eye Manifesto is a weekly travel podcast born to explore every realm of adventure with your wallet in mind. Here, we recount stories of travels passed and relay a series of tips for making travel as enjoyable as it can be economical. The world is a beautiful place, and can be yours for pennies, if you're willing to take a chance. So, what are you waiting for? Don't let your dreams be dreams.
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The Peabody nominated series presents Season Three: Jerry Falwell Jr. and Liberty University. A sex scandal rocks one of the world’s largest Christian universities and the man at the center of it. But that scandal is just the beginning. The award-winning Gangster Capitalism team spoke with more than 80 former and current Liberty students, faculty, staff, high-ranking administrators, and those with intimate knowledge of Falwell Jr. What emerges is the inside story of how the university, and t ...
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At the heart of travel is the changed perspective. Travel Transparent dives into various perspectives that have been developed through the experiences we have along the road. You won't find a guide here telling you what you must see and do-the journey is up to you.
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Cash Flow Guys | Real Estate Investing & Cashflow Ideas - Inspired by Robert Kiyosaki / Rich Dad Poor Dad
Tyler Sheff
Have you ever considered getting involved in Real Estate Investing? Learn to Earn passive income with the CashFlow Guys as we discuss what we have learned as real estate investors, entrepreneurs and former employees. We talk about the specific steps we took to build our passive income to exceed our expenses therefore being able to “escape the rat race” in real life and no longer need a traditional “job”. Our podcast covers a wide range of topics that all investors should learn including Self ...
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55. The Maverick Show: Queer Travel Tips and Resources, Palestine Solidarity, and Hosting the “While She’s Away” Podcast
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This week I'm resharing part two of my guest appearance on The Maverick Show with Matt Bowles. The Maverick Show is all about real, in-depth chats with some of the most interesting world travelers, digital nomads, and location-independent entrepreneurs. Matt Bowles travels the globe full-time, meeting fascinating people, uncovering stories of their…
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From Sales Masters to Hostel Pioneers | Michael Russel and Nathan St Cyr
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Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the inspiring journey of Michael and Nathan, co-founders of Howzit Hostels. Discover how their vision evolved from sales leadership to revolutionizing the hostel industry in Maui, Hawaii. They share their insights on maintaining long-term success, building a dedicated team, and navigating the challe…
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390. Hosting Hotline: How Do I Transition from Short Term to Midterm Rentals During the Winter Season?
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Matthew asks: Should I switch to a midterm rental strategy to address our slow winter season and if so, what’s the best website for leads? How can I protect my property against potentia…
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389. What is a Short-Term Rental Chargeback? And How To Avoid Them with Keith Brady
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Today’s expert guest is Keith Brady. Owner of Florida Vacation Rental Law, he’s Florida's leading authority on vacation rentals. Keith has dedicated his career to the vacation rental industry and offers counsel to governments, businesses, and individuals. Keith’s here to give us the cold hard facts about vacation rental chargebacks. The truth is, y…
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2 words: Cave. Creepy. ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: LINK TO ATTACK OF THE KILLER OBJECTS EPISODE WILL BE HERE ONCE IT IS RELEASED ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter & BlueSky (@Least…
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Got Toilet Paper? | Fox Fold, Ludo Siouffi
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In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of sustainable hospitality products with Ludo, co-founder of Fox Fold. Join us as Ludo shares his journey from a stable finance career to pioneering a range of innovative, eco-friendly toiletry solutions for hotels and beyond. From sophisticated toilet paper dispensers to groundbreaking re…
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54. The Maverick Show: The World’s Largest Pride Parade, Shaving Your Head in India, and Riding a Motorcycle Across Vietnam
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Welcome back to another episode of the While She's Away Podcast! This week I'm resharing an episode where I guested on The Maverick Show with Matt Bowles. The Maverick Show is all about real, in-depth chats with some of the most interesting world travelers, digital nomads, and location-independent entrepreneurs. Matt Bowles travels the globe full-t…
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388. Hosting Hotline: How Do I Charge Guests for Damage at My Vacation Rental?
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. John asks: I'm in a ton of Facebook groups, and the most common question I'm seeing is… Should I charge for this or that? It could be a stained towel, a broken plate, a mark on a chair,…
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51- Don't Peer Pressure Strangers Into Eating Your Fudge (Cape Reinga & Auckland, New Zealand)
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In this episode, Brooke & Makaella talk about the end of their trip together in New Zealand. Stories consist of a car breaking down, Karen's coming out, bar hopping, not tipping, getting sick off fancy milk... you name it! Come feel like you're reminiscing in the room with them! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/broo…
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387. How to Run a Modern (and Clean!) Hostel with Hawaii’s Hostel Guys, Mike and Nate
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Today’s expert guests are the owner/operators of Howzit Hostels, a growing brand of hostels based in the Hawaiian Islands. Michael and Nathan discuss their journey beginning with investing in short-term rentals to scaling up to commercial and hospitality properties. They currently own two hostels, one in Maui and the other on the Big Island of Hawa…
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We’re back in the world of Chucky, where the military haircut regulations are made up and the timeline doesn’t matter. ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter & BlueSky (@LeastFavPod) In…
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S4E24: New Zealand - 'Drag queens, dodgeball and a new friend'
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In this week's episode, we hear of more Winterfest fun in ever-plummeting temperatures, featuring a high-octane drag race, Pink Floyd tribute band and a new NZ friend with an interesting proposition.By Emily and Rachel
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53. What I Learned in a Year of Freelance Podcast Management and Full-Time Travel
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Welcome back to the While She's Away Podcast! In this special episode, I’m excited to share some invaluable lessons I’ve learned over the past year as a freelance podcast manager while traveling the world. I’ll be diving into my top four takeaways on mastering project management, transitioning from backpacker to digital nomad, refining pricing stra…
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Navigating Short-Term Rental Regulations | Matt Curtis
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In this insightful episode, we welcome Matt Curtis, an expert in short-term rental regulations and local government interactions. Matt shares his remarkable journey, including his weight loss and professional transitions, that led him to work closely with local governments on vacation rental policies. He discusses the importance of creating balance…
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386. Hosting Hotline: What Makes a Firm (and Fair) Vacation Rental Co-Hosting Contract?
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Suzie asks: I am new to co-hosting and I want my contract to be thorough, but not too nitpicky. What are some items you would add to your co-hosting contract today that you didn't think…
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385. Finding Big Success With A Micro Resort: The Secrets To Experiential Hospitality with Isaac French
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Today’s expert guest is Isaac French, the visionary creator behind Live Oak Lake, a stunning 7-cabin landscape hotel nestled in the heart of Texas. Having recently sold the venture, Isaac is now channeling his passion and expertise into Experiential Hospitality, a vibrant community and masterclass program for elite hospitality entrepreneurs. In thi…
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We came here to talk about the Carpenter/RRP/Keith David trifecta and chew bubblegum. And we never had any bubblegum. ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter & BlueSky (@LeastFavPod) Ins…
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52. Why Freelancing is The Best Way to Become a Digital Nomad
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In episode 52 I dive deep into why freelancing is hands-down the best way to become a digital nomad! As a solo budget traveler and digital nomad myself, I spill the tea on why freelancing beats traditional remote jobs, especially when it comes to the freedom and flexibility we all crave. I’ll be comparing it to other freelance jobs like copywriting…
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The French Cowboys' Unique Approach to Boutique Hospitality | Franklin Dusserre
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In this episode, we dive into a fascinating conversation with Franklin Dusserre, co-founder of French Cowboys. Franklin shares his journey from growing up in Paris and the U.S. to founding a unique hospitality brand that blends hotels with vacation rentals. We explore his experiences with WeWork, the creation of Outpost Capital, and how French Cowb…
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384. Hosting Hotline: How To Choose The Best Property Management Software For Your Business
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Marie asks: We are wondering if we should get a PMS. We have four properties. They're all on Airbnb, and they're doing well. We're about to bring on a fifth and we're wondering if now i…
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#227: Evil Toons (1992) - Tubi or Not to Be
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It's time for another bonus episode, baby - live, uncut, and (mostly) undrawn. We scrolled through Tubi and found an interesting-sounding movie that we’ve never seen before. Now it’s time to decide how we feel about it .::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories:https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarym…
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383. Secrets From Managing a $150M Vacation Rental Portfolio in Cape Town, South Africa
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Today’s expert guest is Nick Taylor, driver of strategic direction at Nox Cape Town Villas & Apartments in South Africa, and steward of its real estate portfolio worth more than $150M USD. With an educational background in hotel operations, he saw early career success for a top hotel brand in London. After learning how to manage a top-of-class oper…
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Brr! It’s cold in here! It must be the Bloodhound Gang in the atmosphere! ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter & BlueSky (@LeastFavPod) Instagram & Threads (@leastfavoritescarymoviepo…
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Overcoming Adversity & Building The HubSpot for Hospitality | Nicolas Wegener
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In this compelling episode of Slick Talk, we dive deep into a heartfelt conversation with Nic, Co-Founder of SendSquared. Discover Nic’s inspiring journey from a challenging past to starting SendSquared in 2018 with his Co-Founder Roy. Nic shares his experiences at the VRMA executive summit in Boca Raton, the mission of SendSquared, and why it's kn…
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51. Making Freelance Podcast Management Work: Client Tips, Networking, and More
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In this episode of While She's Away, I’m diving into freelancing as a digital nomad! I’m answering your questions about how to get started, manage clients across different time zones, and find time to improve your skills. I'm also sharing all about the importance of networking and how platforms like HoneyBook can make client management easy! Plus, …
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382. Hosting Hotline: Do the Bedrooms in Your Airbnb Need to Include Dresser Storage?
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Katie asks: We're about to start our first short-term rental. My question right now is… How important is it to have drawers in the bedrooms? I currently don't have drawers. I don't real…
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Embracing the Unknown: The Thrill of No-Plan Travel
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In this episode we're talking all things no-plan travel today. Have you ever planned an unplanned trip? Bit of an oxymoron there! For the spontaneous and 'non planner' people out there, mystery trips are growing in popularity, so what are you mystery trip options? Want to learn more about the sites we talk about in this episode? Check out: Black To…
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381. Airbnb Guest Complaints: Why We Should Stop Bashing & Start Serving
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In today’s episode, we’re getting (painfully) real. We felt the need, after seeing a flood of negativity in online STR spaces, to bring this all back to its foundation – why do we work in hospitality, anyway? What does it mean to truly serve the guest? And, how can we go above and beyond in that mission? As open and honest as ever, we recount some …
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Puzzle piece? Piece of cake? Either way we're celebrating Trav’s birthday! ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter & BlueSky (@LeastFavPod) Instagram & Threads (@leastfavoritescarymoviep…
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Slick Talk & Other Updates with Producer, Kelsey Tran
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In this special recap episode of Slick Talk, Kelsey Tran (HFM Producer of Slick Talk) returns after her maternity leave, sharing her journey into motherhood and experiences of labor and delivery with host Wil Slickers. They discuss exciting updates within the Hospitality.FM network, including new hires, adding a European crew to Good Morning Hospit…
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380. Hosting Hotline: Airbnb Damage Claim Best Practices
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Megan asks: I have a question about how to handle an incident that occurred in one of my units. Some event or incident occurred that caused significant damage. This included wall repair…
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50. From Nannying to My First Paid Client
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In this episode of While She's Away, I’m sharing my personal journey from being a full-time nanny to landing my first paid client as a freelancer! I'll be opening up about my transformative shift into the digital nomad lifestyle, recounting the steps I took to develop new skills and finally secure my first podcast production client. Plus, I’ll give…
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379. No Cleaners, No Problem? An STR Hosting Master Shares His Secrets
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Today’s expert guest is our new friend, Louis Andrews, President and Director of OVO Network, a company specializing in the short-term rental of high-end mountain chalets in authentic destinations, primarily in the French Alps. We met Louis on our castle STR retreat, and knew he’d provide great insight for our listeners. Under his leadership, OVO N…
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We’re ready to either remember or misremember who the secret producers of Child’s Play 2 are, what Andy’s favorite food is, and the true meaning of Billy bagging. ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Editor’s note: Jessie got overly distracted recording Cruel Worlds prior to recording this episode and as such forgot the research she had planned to share. We…
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Unveiling the Art of Luxury Hospitality | Rachel Alday
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This episode is extra special as we sit down with Rachel Alday to discuss her journey in the luxury vacation rental industry. We talk about the beginnings of Abode Luxury Rentals, the importance of authenticity, and how luxury and high-end services have evolved over the years. Rachel shares personal experiences about growing her business organicall…
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49. Steps to Successfully Pivot Your Career to Remote Work with Sojourner White
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In this episode of While She's Away, I chat Sojourner White about her journey from career confusion to traveling the world as a remote social worker! Sojourner shares how she switched to a remote social work role during the pandemic and the importance of always learning and being willing to fail. Sojourner White is a remote social worker, award-win…
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378. Hosting Hotline: My City Banned Airbnb! What Are My Options?
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Megan asks: I live in the Dallas, Texas area and I am getting into the Airbnb business. I really wanted to start one in my local area, first, but Dallas recently banned short-term renta…
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#223: Cruel World (2005) - Tubi or Not to Be
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It's time for another bonus episode, baby - live, uncut, and (mostly) undrawn. We scrolled through Tubi and found an interesting-sounding movie that we’ve never seen before. Now it’s time to decide how we feel about it .::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories:https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarym…
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BONUS: Insights from the Tech Landscape with Wes Smithe
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In this episode, the host welcomes Wes Smithe, co-founder and CEO at Direct, to discuss the evolving landscape of vacation rental management technology. The conversation covers Wes's personal journey in the industry, the challenges and innovations in property management systems (PMS), and the importance of data management. Wes also dives into the s…
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377. TFV on the Road: Live Networking with STR Professionals in Austin, TX
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Today’s special episode comes to you live from the showroom floor of the 3rd Annual IMN Short-Term Rental Forum in Austin. We sit down with a few expert attendees; recap our findings from presenters, sessions, and roundtables; and start to apply new lessons to our own businesses. Denise Poteet, from Safari for the Soul Glamping in Marble Falls, giv…
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Ghost hunt. Gatekeep. Gaslight. ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter & BlueSky (@LeastFavPod) Instagram & Threads (@leastfavoritescarymoviepodcast) Facebook (What's Your (Least) Favor…
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Standardizing Vacation Rentals | Ashley Ching, Founder of Inhaven
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Join us in this insightful episode as Wil sits down with Ashley Ching, founder of Inhaven, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey from consulting at Deloitte to starting a pioneering business to standardize the vacation rental industry. Ashley shares her experiences, industry challenges, and the strategic steps Inhaven is taking to bring hotel-grad…
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376. Hosting Hotline: Should I Add a Hot Tub to My Airbnb Listing?
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Elaine asks: We have an outdoor tub, but we do not have a hot tub. We've been getting some feedback from guests wishing that we had a hot tub. I would love to know a great brand, tips f…
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48. Navigating Overtourism: Insights from Erin Hynes on Responsible and Sustainable Travel
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In this episode of the While She's Away Podcast, I'm chatting with Erin Hynes from the "Curious Tourism" podcast about overtourism and how to travel responsibly. Erin and I break down what overtourism is all about, its effects like pushing out locals and hurting the environment, and how social media trends play a part. Erin shares some great tips o…
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375. Richard Vaughton on Airbnb’s Biggest Issues, Growth Opportunities & Future Outlook
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As owner and co-founder of a European rental management company overseeing 900+ properties, Richard Vaughton has significant experience in short-term rentals and property management. He’s also got some surprising takes on where our industry is headed in the near and long term future. Uniquely plugged into the industry, and endlessly experienced wit…
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(sorry Philip.)::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: :::Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories: https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/ Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews: Twitter & BlueSky (@LeastFavPod)Instagram & Threads (@leastfavoritescarymoviepodcast)Facebook (What's Your (Least) Favorite Scary Movie?)Tra…
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Annex Hotel's Expansion into the US with Ryan Killeen & Ben Hoffman
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Join us as we welcome back Ryan Killeen, co-founder of Annex Hotel, and introduce his partner, Ben Hoffman. In this episode, we dive deep into the Annex Hotel's expansion from Toronto into the US, specifically focusing on their new project in Palm Springs. Learn about their unique approach to merging the best elements of hospitality and tech, their…
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374. Hosting Hotline: Vacation Rental Damage Waiver Programs 101
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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Betsy asks: I wanted to talk about damage waivers using companies like Waivo. I'm using Waivo specifically and encountering some significant challenges. I quickly learned that the gener…
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373. We Bought Land (Part 3): Reality Check on Glamping Site Timelines, Financing & Construction
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We’re making progress on our Hocking Hills glamping project with cabin demo, prefab purchases, and creative financing. Check in for an honest, relatable recollection of the development process from two eager investors knee deep in a long term legacy build. First, we take you behind the scenes on Day 1 of cabin demo, a delightfully quick process wit…
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Blessed be our New Founding Fathers for letting us Purge and cleanse our souls. Blessed be America, a nation reborn..::: ::: ::: ::: ::: ::: :::Visit our website for episodes, blogs, reviews, and short stories:https://whatsyourleastfavoritescarymovie.com/Follow us for daily fun, polls, and calls for reviews:Twitter (@LeastFavPod)Instagram (@leastfa…
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