Kirstie Pike and Christine Diaz are your hosts for " She Comes With Baggage". We all know that when it comes to relationships, it's not just love that's in the air; baggage is floating around too so get ready for turbulence, laughter, and a whole lot of fun! Whether you know them from Instagram and TikTok or you just stumbled upon here, they are so excited for you to join them with their new weekly podcast. They are going to be exploring the nuances of LGBTQ+ love, friendships, family dynami ...
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The Prois story begins in the high country of Colorado where Prois Founder/CEO, Kirstie Pike, recognized the overall lack in performance-driven hunting gear for women. In 2008 Prois launched to great acclaim and has held fast to it’s original construct… providing female hunters with the very best hunting gear for any climate, geography or species. At Prois, we believe women hunt hard and deserve the gear to support their hunting and outdoor passions. What sets Prois apart is our belief that ...
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Women in travel, do you know women make 85% of travel decisions, so why are we not seen in 85% of travel marketing? What is shown to us when it comes to the "traveling woman"? Two narratives: either we're having a life-changing transformation and devouring pasta OR we're getting kidnapped and in fear for our lives. It's never somewhere in between. As the founder of leading women's travel community, Wanderful, and creator of an incredible series of events, festivals, and activities for women ...
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Redefining Solo Female Travel with Kim Callender and Arabella Bowen of SoloTrvlr
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Welcome back women travelers, solo travelers, travel hobbyist and travel influencers!! In this episode, I speak with Kim Callender and Arabella Bowen, the co-founders of **SoloTrvlr**, a travel app designed to empower women by providing trusted, local advice for solo adventures. With backgrounds in tech and travel, they bring a wealth of experience…
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Amplifying Latinx Voices in Tourism: Vanessa Fondeur of Latino World Travelers
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Welcome back women travelers, solo travelers, travel hobbyist and travel influencers!! Get your popcorn ready for another exciting episode of the "85 Percent Podcast." I'm your host, Beth Santos, and today we dive into the transformative power of travel with our inspiring guest, Vanessa Fondeur. Join us as we explore Vanessa's remarkable journey fr…
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Buying That One-Way Ticket with Author Alexa West
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Hey everyone, it's Beth Santos here and we are continuing to celebrate Women in Travel! In our latest episode of 85 Percent, we dive deep into an inspiring conversation with Alexa West, a best selling travel author who transformed her heartbreak into a thriving career. Through solo traveling, Alexa shares how she found purpose and stability through…
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Embracing My White Cane: Catarina Rivera's Journey to Disability Advocacy
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Welcome to another episode of 85 Percent. Today, we dive into the transformative journey of Catarina Rivera, a remarkable advocate for disability inclusion and accessibility and the creator behind the popular Instagram channel @BlindishLatina. A deaf-blind traveler, Catarina takes us on a solo trip to Montreal where a moment to herself creates a li…
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That First Flight: How One Trip Changed Stephanie Jones' Life
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This episode is a treat for your ears! I had the opportunity to speak with Stephanie Jones, the visionary Founder & CEO of the Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance, Inc. (CHEA), a pioneering organization dedicated to transforming the travel and tourism landscape through innovative, sustainable initiatives empowering BIPOC businesses, professionals a…
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No Luggage; No Problem: Gabby Beckford vs an Icelandic Volcano
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I'm thrilled to share with you the latest episode of 85 Percent, where we dive deep into the world of travel, empowerment, and incredible personal growth stories. In this episode, I chatted with the amazing Gabby Beckford, the award-winning travel entrepreneur behind Packs Light. 🌍✨Her audience is women who aspire to a life of adventure lived on th…
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After the Falls: Nikki Vargas' Journey from Canceled Wedding to Best-Selling Author
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Welcome back to "85 Percent," the podcast where we celebrate the diverse experiences of women in travel! In today's episode, we delve into the captivating story of Nikki Vargas, a travel journalist who faced a life-altering decision at the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls. Nikki's journey takes us through the complexities of calling off her first wedding…
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Get ready for an exciting new season of the 85 Percent podcast! In Season 2, we're kicking things up a notch by deep-diving into the favorite travel stories that were defining moments for some of our industry's most remarkable women, featuring guests like award-winning author Nikki Vargas and Gen Z expert Gabby Beckford. Plus, we'll be sharing YOUR…
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Throughout this season, we have opened up and shared some of the baggage we carry, so we thought it is only right to end Season 1 on how we protect our peace. In this episode, we are getting vulnerable about deeper conversations from the fear of abandonment and body dysmorphia, to our experiences during COVID. We hope that in sharing some of our me…
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9. Ultimate Relationship Test "How Well Does She REALLY Know Me?"
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Join us for a hilarious and revealing episode of She Comes With Baggage, where we put our relationship to the test with "How Well Do You Know Me?" This interactive game isn't just about us; it's an opportunity for you, our valued audience, to get to know us better as we ask each other a series of personal questions. Who knows... you might even know…
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Tune in as Kirstie and Katherine interview Chris Avena- Publisher of American Outdoor News. Learn about Chris' aversion to boxed wine, his affinity for rabbit-pigs and learn about his adventures with American Outdoor News. Oh- and find out if he won a prize of unspeakable value in a quick round of Random Questions From Kirstie & Katherine!…
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8. Traveling With Pride : How to Travel Mindfully as LGBTQ+
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Nearly 70 countries still criminalize LGBTQ+ identities. Join us in this episode as we discuss the complexities of traveling as a queer couple and how we explore destinations where LGBTQ+ rights are still not fully recognized. We are discussing why boycotting may not always be the most effective solution, and sharing insightful tips on navigating n…
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7. Kirstie's Coming Out Story - Hardships Growing Up in the Bible Belt
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Kirstie was born and raised in Tennessee aka the Bible Belt. The South is known for religious rhetoric which was instilled in a lot of her life growing up. This week, Kirstie shares her experiences coming out to her family and the hardships she went through when she told her friends. Come on this journey to hear how she moved from Tennessee to Cali…
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6. Christine's Coming Out Story - Being Queer in a Religious Latin Family
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Join us on an emotional journey in our next podcast episode, "Christine's Coming Out Story." Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride as we dive into Christine's journey of self-discovery, starting at the young age of 11 in a latin family. In this heartfelt episode, Christine shares the struggles, unexpected triumphs, and her experience coming out a…
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5. Questions You Should NEVER Ask Lesbians
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When navigating life as queer women, it is often we are confronted with some really ridiculous questions, especially from straight men. For this episode, we asked all of you to submit some of the most common questions you have been asked as a lesbian or queer woman. We are going to be talking through these submissions and... yall, some of these que…
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4. The Start of Our Platform "On Airplane Mode"
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In 2019, we quit our jobs, sold all of our things, and moved to South East Asia. It was one of the riskiest things we have ever done, but also the year that completely changed our lives. Tune in to Episode 4 of "She Comes With Baggage" as we take you through our backpacking adventures and the start of our platform On Airplane Mode. Get ready for so…
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3. Does Kirstie Ditch Christine For New Zealand?!
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As a sequel to Episode 2, we are continuing to unfold Kirstie and Christine's love story. Now, brace yourselves for Episode 3, where we unveil the stories behind Kirstie's final days with Christine before embarking on a life-altering journey to New Zealand. The air is thick with suspense—did Kirstie choose to stay for love or travel into the unknow…
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2. Our First Date Needed an Emergency Exit Plan
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In Episode 2 of "She Comes With Baggage," we are taking it back to the beginning - how we actually met, our first date, and the early days of our relationship. Get ready for some laughs and cringe-worthy moments as we share the nitty-gritty details that kicked off our love story. This episode is all about the unfiltered and cute beginnings that set…
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1. Baggage Claimed: Getting to Know the Voices Behind our Podcast
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The first official launch of She Comes With Baggage is here! Thank you for tuning in - we can't wait to go on this journey together. In this episode you are going to be learning about why this podcast is important to us and a little introduction to who we are. Have any questions or suggestions for any upcoming episodes? Use this link to submit! she…
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Hello, we are Kirstie Pike and Christine Diaz—your hosts for "She Comes With Baggage." We all know that when it comes to relationships, it's not just love that's in the air; baggage is floating around too. So, get ready for turbulence, laughter, and a whole lot of fun! Whether you know us from Instagram and TikTok or you've just stumbled upon us he…
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Jen Ruiz holds many titles including lawyer, a TEDx speaker, #1 Amazon Bestseller, 2018 Reader's Favorite Award Winner and the 2023 Bessie award winner for the category "Most Impactful Piece of Writing”. Before her 30th birthday, Jen decided to take 12 trips in 12 months. She not only surpassed her goal completing 20 trips in 12 months, but within …
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On Airplane Mode with Kirstie Pike and Christine Diaz
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Kirstie and Christine are an award-winning multicultural LGBTQ+ couple using their platform and production company On Airplane Mode to inspire others to follow their passions all while celebrating who they are and who they love! They started their platform from the ground up to empower women and the LGBTQ+ community to have their voices heard. In u…
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A Vessel for Their Stories with Yulia Denisyuk
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Yulia Denisyuk is an award-winning travel photographer and writer who turned to travel journalism after serving in the US military and working as a Fortune 500. She’s written for The New York Times, National Geographic, TIME, Conde Nast Traveler, BBC Travel, and more, on unique assignments that have brought her to share a roof with nomads in Mongol…
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Respectful Tourism with Joelle Sfeir and Nada Raphael of Tourleb
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Joelle Sfeir and Nada Raphael are co-founders of Tourleb, a socially responsible tour operator owned by women and based in Lebanon, and a finalist at 2023's Bessie Awards for Travel Startup of the Year. Although their company began by accident, they have been nothing but intentional in making sure they work within their values including giving back…
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Join Kirstie and Katherine as they interview the lovely and talented Kaitlyn Maus! Learn about Kaitlyn's journey in the hunting world and brace yourselves for a lively round of Obscure Headlines. Additionally, prepare for some hilarious discussions about baby marmots, breast milk, praying mantis' and how Kaitlyn really fell out of that tree. Anothe…
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Tune in as Kirstie and Katherine interview Carlee Koutnik, theillustrious Program Manager of Artemis- THE conservation group forwomen! Not only does the entire interview go off the tracks, Carleeactually interviews Kirstie and Katherine. Behold as well, Kirstie andKatherine's fortune telling skills. It's legit. You don't want to missthis!…
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Join us for a lively new I Am Prois Podcast! Kirstie chit chats withthe ladies, owner and female guides from Glen Dene Hunting near LakeHawea on the South Island of New Zealand. The interviews will wind thelistener to the shenanigans at the Prois New Zealand Hunt as well assome very emotional and funny testimonials from all of the ladies. Getcomfy …
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Join us for a lively new I Am Prois Podcast! Kirstie chit chats withthe ladies, owner and female guides from Glen Dene Hunting near LakeHawea on the South Island of New Zealand. The interviews will wind thelistener to the shenanigans at the Prois New Zealand Hunt as well assome very emotional and funny testimonials from all of the ladies. Getcomfy …
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Join us for a lively new I Am Prois Podcast! Kirstie chit chats withthe ladies, owner and female guides from Glen Dene Hunting near LakeHawea on the South Island of New Zealand. The interviews will wind thelistener to the shenanigans at the Prois New Zealand Hunt as well assome very emotional and funny testimonials from all of the ladies. Getcomfy …
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Building Gender Inclusion From The Top with Carol Cabezas
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I have another amazing episode for you! If you didn't get an opportunity to listen to the inspiration words of Lola Akinmade, my third guest, click here right after you listen to this episode. Did you know a cruise ship is christened? I was blessed enough to be chosen by this episode's guest, Carol Cabezas, to be the godmother to the Azamara cruise…
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How Storytelling Changes Travel with Lola Akinmade
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I have another amazing episode for you! If you didn't get an opportunity to listen to the inspiration words of Nour Brahimi, my second guest, click here right after you listen to this episode. In this episode, I am speaking with Lola Akinmade. Lola was born in Nigeria, educated in the United States and is based in Sweden. She was named one of eight…
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Inspiring Women to Step into the Unknown with Nour Brahimi
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I have another amazing episode for you! If you didn't get an opportunity to listen to the inspiration words of Martinique Lewis, my first guest, click here right after you listen to this episode. In this episode, I am speaking with Nour Brahimi. Nour is THE FIRST female Algerian travel Vlogger, Travel content Creator, visual storyteller, and EU goo…
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Join Kirstie Pike and Katherine Browne on this week's I Am Prois podcastas they wing it through "Gift or Curse", "Heady Headlines" and zestycrank calls. It all goes off the rail...as usual!By Prois Hunting
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Creating DEI in the Travel Industry with Martinique Lewis
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WELCOME TO 85%! I am so excited the first episode of this podcast is dropping on International Woman's Day! I cannot imagine a more wonderful introduction into this podcast than to introduce you to Martinique Lewis. Martinique AKA Marty is an award-winning diversity in travel consultant, President of the Black Travel Alliance, both Travel and leisu…
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Women make 85% of travel decisions, so why are we not seen in 85% of travel marketing? What is shown to us when it comes to the "traveling woman"? Two narratives: either we're having a life-changing transformation and devouring pasta OR we're getting kidnapped and in fear for our lives. It's never somewhere in between. As the founder of leading wom…
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Tune in as Kirstie and Katherine chit chat with the one and only Kristy Lee Cook! Should you tune in this week, you shall be handsomely rewarded with some titillating conversations about fangirl crushes, Santa Claus DNA and a lively Q&A with Kristy Lee! Do it!By Prois Hunting
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I Am Prois EP10 with Lanny Barnes aka...Lanny Oakley!
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Tune in and buckle up as Kirstie and Katherine interview the amazingLanny Barnes (aka...Lanny Oakley)! Learn about the Olympian's journey,funny stories, shenanigans and a very raucous game of Rapid FireQuestions...and a prize of UNSPEAKABLE value if Lanny wins!By Prois Hunting
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I_Am_Prois_EP9_Live at 2022 Prois Pheasant Hunt
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Tune in this week as the ladies from the 2022 Prois Pheasant Hunt joinin on the shenanigans at Pheasant Phun Ranch. Brace yourself for somegreat conversations about this annual Prois hunt, the history ofPheasant Phun Ranch and the variety of ways to use terms about malepheasants!By Prois Hunting
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Tune in as we chat with the lovely and very talented Jennifer Dums.Prepare to be handsomely rewarded with storytelling, singing and theannouncement of Jennifer's new position with Prois! What are youwaiting for??By Prois Hunting
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I_AM_Prois_EP7_LIVE From The Prois Wilderness Reserve Whitetail Hunt.mp3
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Join Kirstie Pike, Kim Waverek, Lisa Pike, Melissa Frank, Tammie Brown and Lisa Branca as they wax philosophical about hunting, beautiful whitetails and and the crazy fun of ladies-only hunts! Tune in!By Prois Hunting
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I AM Prois EP.6 - Bad Decisions- Volume 1
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Join us as Kirstie and Katherine weave their way through some very bad decisions in the episode we will dub "Bad Decisions- Volume 1". Knowing these two, there will be future episodes in the same vein.By Prois Hunting
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Join Kirstie and Katherine as they interview the amazing Donna Boddington (aka..DBODD!) and discuss the world of women's hunting, russet potatoes and Motley Crue! Of course...there will also be story telling and shenanigans...By Prois Hunting
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I AM Prois EP.4- Prois Brand Manager, Mark Estrada
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Mark (aka- Marky Mark) has been the brand manager for Prois for over three years. Prepare to be entertained as we discuss cabana boys, poop and the serious side of Prois brand development!By Prois Hunting
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This week we will talk with Mia Enstrom (aka Poncho Mia) about Prois, Social Media, mustaches and her indoctrination into the wild world of Prois!By Prois Hunting
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Join us as we chat with the Prois Nevada State Coordinator, Kathie Langdon. Learn about the Prois State Coordinator program, how Kathie got involved with Prois, new Prois products and of course- some rambunctious side chatter! You won’t want to miss this!By Prois Hunting
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This is an introduction to Kirstie Pike the CEO and founder of Prois Hunting and Katherine Browne her right hand women at Prois. This will also get your feet wet into the world of women's hunting and Prois behind and not so behind the scenes shenanigans.By Prois Hunting
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