Best Ody Ezeigwe Podcasts (2024)

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S3E7 ft. Lia Lavon 41:14

1y ago41:14

41:14

By Ody Ezeigwe

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S3E6 Grad Gals Debauchery ft. Nola Bonus-ode 33:04

2+ y ago33:04

33:04

Is this episode related to Vegas? Ehhh not really, we deviated to our own thing. But I had fun relistening to it, and I wanted an easy episode to air. Tee hee hee. Socials Website Instagram Pinterest

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S3E5 Grad Gals Debauchery Part 2 ft. Nola 45:41

2+ y ago45:41

45:41

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S3E4 Grad Gals Debauchery Part 1 ft. Nola 1:13:03

2+ y ago1:13:03

1:13:03

In this episode, we have a returning guest to help me bombard the airways for not just one, not even two, but THREE back-to-back episodes! Follow along with me and my work sister Nola as we navigate around making last-minute domestic travel plans in a pandemic dystopia!By Ody Ezeigwe

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S3E3 Sage Advice Before I Uproot My Life ft. Kylee Nelson from Passports and Preemies 47:48

2+ y ago47:48

47:48

Before one makes career-changing moves and (temporarily) uproot your life, it’s a good idea to talk to a seasoned professional. In this episode, I asked Kylee from Passports and Preemies about her experience and what got her into travel nursing. Since she’s been traveling before the pandemic, so I view her as an OG in the game. Follow Kylee on thes…

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S3E2 Sleeping Gets You Nowhere and Everywhere ft. Kay from the Awkward Traveller 44:02

2+ y ago44:02

44:02

In this episode, I brought in Kay from the Awkward Traveller to talk about how she had learned to manage her medical condition during her travels. Yes, she has made her own slip-ups. And yes, it is used against her by her family. Socials Website Instagram Pinterest Follow Kay on these platforms: Website: The Awkward Traveller Blog Facebook: The Awk…

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S3E1 The Strength to Keep Going On 19:17

2+ y ago19:17

19:17

Welcome back my bold and beautiful wanderers to a new season of Your Odyssey Awaits! This year I had a career change that *shocker* involves travel, so I’ll be covering and rating my work experiences and where I went in my free time. I also made the attempt to travel internationally and…..it’s a two-parter and you’ll just have to listen. Feel free …

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S2E18 Season Finale/Filler Episode ft. Nico 1:03:11

3y ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Welcome to the season finale of Your Odyssey Awaits. Socials Website Instagram Pinterest Resources Nico's Instagram Nicole Byer (I feel rude if I didn't support her!) Locations we dream to visit Gundam Cafe Final Fantasy Cafe Shinkansen Bullet train Ghibli museum Tokyo Akihabara Hakone Kyoto Saga Prefecture List of anime we demand you invest in! Na…

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S2E17 Winter 2018 Saga Finale(ish): Prague ft.Jason 1:12:54

3y ago1:12:54

1:12:54

Welcome to the last episode of the Winter 2018 Saga for Your Odyssey Awaits! I'm happy to have brought in my travel buddy Jason to help me sorta reminisce about our time in the Czech Republic. It's always nice to prove to people that I am capable of making friends when I go off to do my own thing. **Yes yes, we are missing a stop from my saga! Life…

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S2E16 Sisterly Roasting with the Dakaras (ft. Berry and Tammy) 55:34

3y ago55:34

55:34

On this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits I invited the Dakara sisters to help provide some guidance about how to effectively travel with a large family. Instead, it turned into a roast between two major Texas cities and between sisters. Plus the most extensive discussion over the escape plan question. Hope you're ready for a fun time! Socials Website…

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S2E15 Rashad Part 2, now featuring Peru 1:11:54

3y ago1:11:54

1:11:54

Because I just love this guy's energy and sage wisdom, I brought him on for ANOTHER episode! On this week's episode of Your Odyssey Awaits we take a trip down to South America as Rashad recounts his time in Peru. Socials Website Instagram Pinterest Resources and places mentioned in the show: Scott's Cheap Flights SecretFlying.com Central Restaurant…

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S2E14 Winter 2018 Saga Part 3: Amsterdam Stopover 25:58

3y ago25:58

25:58

If you only have less than 24 hours to check out a city in Europe, I’m confident that Amsterdam is a great choice. This part of the trip is really a redemption for your host because I didn’t take full advantage in checking out on the most iconic areas: the Red Light District. Please listen to the very end (or click on the News hyperlink) about the …

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S2E13 Carnival Chasing: Not Meant For the Weak and Indecisive (ft. Sha) 44:30

3+ y ago44:30

44:30

It’s time that we see the Caribbean in a whole new light! No cruises, no boujee one-stay beach resorts, why not try Carnival chasing! No, we are not talking about the cruise line. In this week’s episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, Sha explains to my naive self about what Carnival chasing is, its origins, and how cutthroat it could be if not planned ear…

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S2E12 Winter 2018 Saga Part 2: Iceland 1:06:03

3+ y ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Of course, the first stop in this winter saga is in the coldest location I could think of! In the three days that I was in the country, I made sure to hit up as many iconic spots and sites as I could. From geothermal spas to countless waterfalls, hiking up a glacier to one tasty hot dog stand (yep, my priorities are well set). And of course your ho…

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S2E11 Drilling and Shooting for the Sake of Learning (ft. Lyana) 52:19

3+ y ago52:19

52:19

If you are listening to this podcast and currently in college, PLEASE RESEARCH INTO STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS! In this week’s episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, I brought on my friend Lyana because I thought we would be talking about the places that she had been showing off on Instagram. But apparently, she went all the way to the Arctic since that was an…

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S2E10 Winter 2018 Saga Part 1: When Life Give You Lemons, You Pack It Up and Go Backpacking 37:14

3+ y ago37:14

37:14

It has arrived my bold and beautiful wanderers, we’ve finally reached one of my biggest achievements in my young adult life: my first international solo travel. It was so grand that I am breaking it up into 5 different episodes! Before I get into the delicious details for my trip, we first must review the origins, the heartaches, the growth, and th…

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S2E9 Could Travel Photography Outpay Nursing? (ft. Andy Vu) 36:49

3+ y ago36:49

36:49

On this week’s episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, I brought on my former coworker Andy because...honestly, I am waiting for him to drop his job as an ICU nurse to become a full-time travel photographer. Especially since shit hit the fan for hospitals thanks to the ‘Rona. Listen to how Andy turned his hobby into a second career, and then check out his …

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S2E8 Walk and Vibe with the Egyptians (ft. Rashad) 1:21:01

3+ y ago1:21:01

1:21:01

Raise your hand if the pyramids are the only thing that pops into your head when someone says Egypt. Yeah...I am also guilty of this. Thankfully on this week’s episode of Your Odyssey Awaits I brought on my dear college sage Rashad to talk about both his trips to Egypt. Get to hear about other cities to visit besides Cairo and know what to expect w…

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S2E7 When F***ing Up Makes You More Relatable Part 1 31:54

3+ y ago31:54

31:54

Let's be honest. I'm not a perfect and all-knowing travel guru. I've made my own fair share of..."oopies daisies" to say the least. So in order for me to be even more relatable to y'all (and provide some laughable content) here is part one of lord know how many goofs that I have committed and dealt with. Socials Website Instagram Pinterest…

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S2 Bonus-ode #2 Kriselle 17:25

3+ y ago17:25

17:25

So we have already covered what it was like to live abroad in Australia. Now we’re gonna take it up a notch! On this bonus-ode of Your Odyssey Awaits, our guest Kriselle was (willingly) more than happy to talk about her experience getting married in another country. While most of us dream of a romantic destination wedding, it’s also a good idea to …

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S2E6 Don't Let Your Budget Fly Away 39:31

3+ y ago39:31

39:31

In this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits we're finally gonna talk about the most stressful part of not only trip planning but also just life in general. WARNING: your host is not a certified financial planner and she also has her own debt to tackle. But we here live by the motto "live to work, not work to live" so it's important to plan some time awa…

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S2E5 Moving to Down Under (ft. Kriselle) 1:01:54

3+ y ago1:01:54

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It’s one thing to say that you wanna move to another country. But do you have the guts to follow through? In this week’s episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, we have Krisell talking to us about her time living in Australia, how she was able to afford this transition, and what she got out of the experience. Socials Website Instagram Pinterest Check out K…

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S2E4 Arizona, my Desert Winter Wonderland 1:46:06

3+ y ago1:46:06

1:46:06

Barely a week into the new year and I have already gone on a weeklong trip away from Texas! On this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits I will be going over my week in the Grand Canyon State, Arizona! As with my Maine episode, I did my best to do daily recordings of my trip so I can give y'all the freshest feel of my journey. Socials Website Instagram P…

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S2E3 San Fran Part 2: Friendship Through the Power of Wine (ft. Wilson) 53:29

3+ y ago53:29

53:29

This week on Your Odyssey Awaits we’re gonna bring back a familiar voice into the mix. With our Singaporean golden boy Wilson, we talk about his experience traveling to the U.S. by himself for the first time during the holiday season. We’re also gonna hear about how he got adopted into a friend group. Socials Website Instagram Pinterest Resources B…

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S2E2 A Neuroatypical Sort of Planning (ft. Dina) 46:09

3+ y ago46:09

46:09

Traveling is meant to be a fun experience for the family, but it can be very stressful and nerve-wracking if a member of the family has special needs. This episode was inspired by the host's personal experiences with having a brother with autism, and we are fortunate to bring on Dina to share her expertise on the topic. Dina is a travel agent who s…

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S2E1 New Year, New Changes, Same Amount of Appreciation 19:28

3+ y ago19:28

19:28

It's a new year and the only resolution that I definitely have in mind is a new season of Your Odyssey Awaits! Thanks to timing and sheer luck, this show is now gonna be releasing WEEKLY. I will also be giving my thanks to the listeners from across the lands who have taken the time to listen to my show. I would not be here without y'all and I hope …

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S1E17 San Francisco is the "Bay" for Female Solo Travelers 41:59

3+ y ago41:59

41:59

In this episode, Ody tells her story about how one solo trip to San Francisco changed her life. San Francisco became the City of Firsts for Ody. Tune in to hear more about her adventure in the city and some Facts & Stats on SF. Key Takeaways To Tune In For [00:01:11] Introduction to the episode. [00:02:03] Blogs from my past helped me with my podca…

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S1E16 Drink In The Nature, Not The Alcohol (ft. Alexis) 58:06

3+ y ago58:06

58:06

Through the magic of editing and friendship, we brought Alexis in again for another round of reminiscing on Your Odyssey Awaits. Listen to the ladies talk about their long-awaited 3-year reunion while in the mystical land of Utah! We got to cover Salt Lake City, Moab, Dead Horse Point State Point, and Arches National Park. I am so grateful that I p…

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S1E15 The Flying and Tour Guiding Dutchman (ft. Sander) 59:19

3+ y ago59:19

59:19

How a career in architecture and tourism led Sander to work for EF Ultimate Break. Ody dives deep into Sander’s background and his favorite (and not so favorite) moments about travel. If you are interested in learning more about EF Ultimate Break tune in to Facts & Stats to hear details about this amazing program. Key Takeaways To Tune In For [00:0…

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S1E14 Falling for Maine 1:18:22

3+ y ago1:18:22

1:18:22

What's the point of doing a travel podcast if we don't get to do real-time travel diaries?? This is the first of a series of travel diaries on Your Odyssey Awaits where your host records her daily experiences on the go and compiles it together into an episode. While the only options for travel are domestic, your home state or country can still have…

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S1E12 Heat-Fueled Art Attacks in Florence (ft. Alexis) 39:15

3+ y ago39:15

39:15

In this episode, Ody interviews a special guest, Alexis, about their EF Tour adventure in Florence, Italy. Alexis shares her stories on how Florence stole her heart and the handsome men along the way. Don’t let ill-fitting walking shoes, phone issues, and lack of A/C disrupt you from having a good time! Listen in for some Facts & Stats about Floren…

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S1E13 Not Enough Cats, but Plenty of Chickens (ft. Desirae) 58:03

3+ y ago58:03

58:03

Today we hear stories from Ody and Desirae about their experience in Amsterdam together. Desirae discusses some of her favorite memories from eating the BEST brunch ever to butt-dialing her EX!! Listen out for some travel tips along the way. Key Takeaways To Tune In For [00:01:00] Introduction to the episode and guest speaker Desirae! [00:01:36] De…

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S1 Bonus-ode #1: Quarantine in an Alternate Universe (or Country) (ft. Wilson) 26:09

3+ y ago26:09

26:09

For the very first bonus-ode of Your Odyssey Awaits, we have a guest calling in all the way from Singapore! Your host gets to ask her friend Wilson about how his country has been handling the COVID-19 pandemic and she also rants to the poor guy about her frustrations. Not the reunion they were expecting, but it's still a welcomed event. Socials Web…

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S1E11 The Gifts and Myths of Black Solo Travel (ft. Tiffany Heard) 53:14

3+ y ago53:14

53:14

Using the power of the interwebs, this episode’s guest of Your Odyssey Awaits was found on Facebook group because we wanted a WOC solo traveler who supports Ody’s lifestyle. Tiffany Heard is a fellow traveler and a blogger. The ladies also get real about common issues and discomforts they have faced while solo traveling as black women. Socials Webs…

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S1E10 Acknowledging and Soothing Your Family’s Fears 16:17

4y ago16:17

16:17

So your parents are worried about you traveling? In this episode, Ody talks about her experience with “worried parents” and what type of conversations to have with them. Ody goes over what to share with your parents before and during your trip and how a little communication goes a long way. Key Takeaways To Tune In For [00:00:55] Introduction to th…

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S1E9 Increase Your App-titude for Traveling 28:10

4y ago28:10

28:10

You know that makes traveling so much faster and more bearable in the most recent years? You can lock down your flights, accommodations, tours, and ride-shares in the palm of your hand! On this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, you host Ody will be going over the most frequently used apps that she makes sure to download on her Android phone. Apple us…

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S1E8 Cruising for a Snoozing (ft. Vynese) 54:05

4y ago54:05

54:05

Forget about those negative stereotypes about cruise ships! Or at least don't knock it until you try it! When you think about it, a cruise is just a floating resort that can take you to other destinations. And considering the amenities and services that are included in the price, it usually comes out to be a steal! This week our guest Vynese will b…

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S1E7 Rest Your Weary Bones...But Where? 32:15

4y ago32:15

32:15

So you figured out where you wanna go, but don't have a clue about where you wanna stay. We are blessed that there are more lodging options popping up but it's note that not every place is made equally. On this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, your host Ody will take the time to go over the pros and cons of hotels, hostels, and home rentals and will…

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S1E6 I Propose That We Go On An Adventure (ft. Alex and Melissa) 41:43

4y ago41:43

41:43

Every wondered what it would be like to travel with your significant other? Now how about imagining that your main squeeze decided to propose to you in a foreign country! On this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, our guests Alex and Melissa will tell us the story of their proposal that took place on top of an old lighthouse at the Italian Riviera dur…

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S1E5 The Customer is Always Right! (about travelling) (ft. Nico) 38:14

4y ago38:14

38:14

When you hear "Italy", what cities generally come to mind? Of course people will mention Rome, Venice, Milan, Pisa, and Florence. But have y'all ever heard of Sorrento? Well on this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, we're gonna show some love to this cozy little oasis located in Southern Italy. And it's also close to famous sites such as Pompeii, Mt.…

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S1E4 Marathons, Margaritas, and a Moose??? (ft. Nola) 39:24

4y ago39:24

39:24

This week on Your Odyssey Awaits I bring you my Nigerian sister from another mister Nola and her weekend adventure to Alaska! What originally was an opportunity for her to knock out a personal goal doubled up to be a chance to explore a part of America that to many seems like a distant land. We discuss the activities Nola got to do during her 4 day…

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S1E2 Travel with Friends or Travel For Yourself 43:22

4y ago43:22

43:22

So you wanna go on a trip but are too nervous about the idea of doing it alone? Or are you all for traveling with your friends but you realize that they are too much to handle that you may just ghost them when you land at your destination? Well on this episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, Ody will be going over the do's and don't of solo and group trave…

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S1E3 All Aboard This SASsy Lass (ft. AJ Joyce) 40:38

4y ago40:38

40:38

Who else would be a better first guest to have on the show than the girl who got me into travel AND podcasting in the first place? Guest host AJ Joyce joins us this week on Your Odyssey Awaits as she will be talking about her college experience doing Semester at Sea, an international overseas study abroad program. AJ rehashes about the countries sh…

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S1E1 Let Me Introduce Myself! 18:02

4y ago18:02

18:02

Greetings bold and beautiful wanderers! Aiming to start off the podcast right by spreading some positive affirmation to the audience. This is the first episode of Your Odyssey Awaits podcast, created by a quirky busybody named Ody Ezeigwe who loves to help people plan their vacations as well as have at least the next three ready for herself. Here w…

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