Best Sebastian Diaz Podcasts (2025)

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Madison Cox - Garden Designer 1:04:20

35m ago1:04:20

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Our latest guest on The One Way Ticket Show is world-renowned Garden Designer, Madison Cox. The interview was conducted in September 2024 in the Willis Pavilion, beside the house today known as Villa Oasis which was built by French Orientalist painter, Jacques Majorelle in the 1920s, and later owned by Yves Saint Laurent & Pierre Bergé. Adjacent to…

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Frédéric Sola - Founder and Owner of Fez’s Riad Laaroussa and Fez Real Estate 57:01

5d ago57:01

57:01

On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Frédéric Sola, the founder and owner of Fez’s Riad Laaroussa and Fez Real Estate. In our conversation, Fred shares his one way ticket journey to mental health stability which manifested in Fez. He opens up about his own experience suffering from depression -- which began in his mid 30s amidst a succes…

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Shai Davidai – Columbia Business School Professor & A Leading Voice Combatting Jew-Hatred and Israel-Bashing 49:44

26d ago49:44

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Given Jew-hatred and virulent anti-Israel rhetoric spiraling out of control, particularly on college campuses, we’ve invited Shai Davidai to be our featured guest on this episode of the program. Shai is Assistant Professor in the Management Division of Columbia University Business School. His research examines people’s everyday judgments of themsel…

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Sebastian Copeland - Polar Explorer, Climate Advocate, Award-Winning Photographer & Author 1:02:13

1M ago1:02:13

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Sebastian Copeland is a polar explorer, climate analyst, photographer and author. In 2017, he was named one of the world’s top 25 adventurers of the last 25 years. Noted as a photographer “who has produced works that are of outstanding artistic merit and communicates messages of urgent global significance,” Sebastian has led numerous record-setting…

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Aryeh Lightstone – CEO, Abraham Accords Peace Institute 47:29

2M ago47:29

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Aryeh Lightstone served as the Senior Advisor to U.S. Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman, from 2017 to 2021. During his tenure as Senior Advisor, he played a critical role in advancing bilateral U.S. - Israel relations with a focus on economic development & technology cooperation. Aryeh was appointed as the Special Envoy for Economic Normalizatio…

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Dickie Arbiter LVO – Royal Commentator 1:02:44

3M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Dickie Arbiter began his broadcasting career in Zimbabwe (Southern Rhodesia) in the mid-1960s. Following a return to the United Kingdom in the early 1970s he joined LBC News Radio/IRN (Independent Radio News) as a newscaster and program presenter. During late Queen’s 1977 Silver Jubilee he was asked to report on the British royal family. In 1981 he…

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Lucas Peters - Travel Writer, Photographer & Owner of Journey Beyond Travel 1:25:03

3M ago1:25:03

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Born and raised on the West Coast of the US, Lucas Peters now makes Tangier his home. He’s a travel writer and photographer and the author of the Moon Guide Book for Morocco. Together with his very accomplished wife, Amina, they own and operate Journey Beyond Travel, one of Morocco’s most successful, sustainable tour companies. Lucas’ expertise isn…

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Uzbekistan’s Tourism Ambassador to the UK - Sophie Ibbotson 51:42

5M ago51:42

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Sophie Ibbotson is a Central Asia specialist who has worked in the region since 2008, focusing on economic development — in particular tourism development — and water security. Through her company Maximum Exposure, she is a consultant to national governments and to the World Bank, and is Uzbekistan’s Tourism Ambassador to the UK. Sophie is the auth…

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Peter Greenberg – America’s Most Recognized, Honored & Respected Front-Line Travel News Journalist 1:00:01

5M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

A multiple Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter and producer, Peter Greenberg is America’s most recognized, honored and respected front-line travel news journalist. Known in the industry as “The Travel Detective,” he is the Travel Editor for CBS News, appearing on CBS Mornings, CBS Evening News, and Sunday Morning, among other broadcast platfo…

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Mildred Kirschenbaum - Centenarian Icon, Influencer, Author, Globetrotter 54:38

6M ago54:38

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Mildred Kirschenbaum, a centenarian with a zest for life, is known for her viral life advice as a social media influencer, sharing her simple yet profound guidance for a fulfilling life. Mildred came from humble beginnings, born to immigrant parents in Brooklyn, NY. She excelled in school but needed to work. By 19 she was married and began a family…

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Tom Marchant - Co-Founder of Black Tomato, the award-winning, tailor-made luxury travel company 51:24

6M ago51:24

51:24

Tom Marchant is Co-Founder of award-winning, tailor-made luxury travel company Black Tomato. Described by Harper’s Bazaar as “having a finger on the pulse of travel that is incomparable” his experience shaping the business in the US and the UK has enabled a deep understanding of different markets and his innovative mindset has been lauded across th…

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Special Episode: Transcend Cruises’ Head Chef, Mihai Tuca 22:12

7M ago22:12

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I just returned from a magical week on the rivers of Germany as a guest of Transcend Cruises. Our stops and excursions included: Koblenz, Cochem, Boppard, Rudesheim, Heidelberg, Speyer, Wiesbaden, Wurzburg and Frankfurt. And I loved every second. As for Transcend, it’s a charter-only river cruise line with a fleet of its own purpose-built vessels. …

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Special Episode: Transcend Cruises’ Captain, Rob Jager 20:08

7M ago20:08

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I just returned from a magical week on the rivers of Germany as a guest of Transcend Cruises. Our stops and excursions included: Koblenz, Cochem, Boppard, Rudesheim, Heidelberg, Speyer, Wiesbaden, Wurzburg and Frankfurt. And I loved every second. As for Transcend, it’s a charter-only river cruise line with a fleet of its own purpose-built vessels. …

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Special Episode: Transcend Cruises' General Manager, Carmen Mladenovic 42:03

7M ago42:03

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I just returned from a magical week on the rivers of Germany as a guest of Transcend Cruises. Our stops and excursions included: Koblenz, Cochem, Boppard, Rudesheim, Heidelberg, Speyer, Wiesbaden, Wurzburg and Frankfurt. And I loved every second. As for Transcend, it’s a charter-only river cruise line with a fleet of its own purpose-built vessels. …

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Marcus Samuelsson - Award-Winning Chef, Restaurateur, Author 42:17

8M ago42:17

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Marcus Samuelsson is the renowned chef behind many restaurants worldwide including Red Rooster in Harlem (NYC) and Overtown (Miami); Hav & Mar in Chelsea (NYC); Metropolis at PAC-NYC; Marcus Bar & Grille in Atlanta and its Live! flagship at American Dream (NJ); and several MARCUS locations including the Bahamas, Montreal and most recently Addis Aba…

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Rev. Kenneth Rasalabe Joseph Meshoe – South African MP and Founder/President of African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) 42:24

8M ago42:24

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Kenneth Meshoe was born in Pretoria and is the fourth of seven children. He completed his Matric Certificate in 1972. In 1975 he graduated from the University of the North with a Secondary Teachers Diploma. In 1976, he married Lydia and they have three children, Olga, Esther and Joshua. In 1983, Kenneth went to Shekinah Bible Institute in Kingsport…

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Sasha Zabar - Founder of Glace 54:51

8M ago54:51

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Sasha Zabar, son of iconic New Yorker Eli Zabar, is the culinary dreamer and founder of Glace, the Upper East Side ice cream and sweet shop. Sasha spent his childhood working at his father’s various businesses, including Eli’s Market and Eli’s Bread and then went on to attend the Nolan School of Hotel Administration at Cornell. His unshakable found…

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General David H. Petraeus, US Army (Ret.) 50:32

9M ago50:32

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General David H. Petraeus is a retired United States Army general and a prominent commentator on contemporary security issues, military developments and global affairs, widely respected as a leading warrior intellectual. The General graduated with distinction from the US Military Academy and earned a PhD from Princeton University. He served in the …

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Daniel Libeskind - Architect 43:46

11M ago43:46

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An international figure in architecture and urban design, the architect Daniel Libeskind is renowned for his ability to evoke cultural memory and is informed by a deep commitment to music, philosophy, and literature. Mr. Libeskind aims to create architecture that is resonant, original, and sustainable. Born in Lód’z, Poland, in 1946, Mr. Libeskind…

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The Points Guy, Senior Reporter – Zach Griff 1:00:01

11M ago1:00:01

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For more than five years, Zach Griff has been a Senior Reporter at The Points Guy. His contributions range from news about the airline industry to travel and product reviews to deep dives into loyalty programs. Zach is also pursuing his MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. An avid traveler for over a decade now, Zach first…

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Koryo Tours General Manager - Simon Cockerell 1:07:05

12M ago1:07:05

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Simon Cockerell is from the south-west of England. He moved to Beijing in 2000, becoming Koryo Tour’s General Manager two years later. Having traveled to North Korea 182 times, he has probably been to the country more than any other westerner. Simon is a respected speaker on the DPRK and appears regularly in international media. Simon’s tireless wo…

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Matthew Shollar - Founder & Chief Visionary, Transcend Cruises 56:40

1y ago56:40

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Matthew’s passion for all things travel began in his childhood. He brings 25 years of entrepreneurial leadership experience in the luxury travel marketing, sales, and hospitality business development arena to Transcend Cruises. Matthew co-founded and served as CEO of e-Cruise, an online industry wide marketing and retention program, and created and…

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Scott Shelley - Traveler to 192 of 193 United Nations Member States 1:15:08

1y ago1:15:08

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Originally from the suburbs of Toronto, Canada, Scott Shelley is a Physics Laboratory Instructor at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. He moved to the US in 1997. Scott has spent the last thirty years attempting to systematically visit every country in the world, while simultaneously minimizing the cost of flights. He believes that planning…

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Linda Gray - Actor & Director 58:22

1y ago58:22

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Mark your calendars for Saturday December 2nd, 2023. That’s when the Lifetime Channel will be releasing an original holiday movie, Ladies of the ‘80s: A Divas Christmas. It stars Loni Anderson, Morgan Fairchild, Donna Mills, Nicolette Sheridan and Linda Gray, our featured guest on this episode of The One Way Ticket Show. In an acting and directing …

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Karen Gershowitz - Travel Addict, Travel Writer, Travel Photographer 57:51

1y ago57:51

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In Karen’s own words: “I was 17 years old, traveling alone, when I boarded a plane to Europe. Living in a different culture I experienced the world in new and surprising ways and discovered myself. My love of travel was born. I didn’t return to the US for three years. Since then I’ve traveled to more than 90 countries. I climbed Kilimanjaro, conque…

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Michelle Lawton - Founder, Joyful Plate 57:19

1y ago57:19

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Michelle Lawton is a food and wine lover and founder of joyfulplate, a food and beverage research and branding consultancy. She is a happy home cook to her “Irishman” (aka her partner, Michael) in New York City, where she enjoys brainstorming on bike rides in Central Park and the kitchen -- her happy places. Michelle holds an Advanced Wine Certific…

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Yahya Mahamid – Arab Israeli Zionist, Educator, and Israel Advocate 39:28

1y ago39:28

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On this special episode of The One Way Ticket Show, Host Steven Shalowitz sat down with Yahya Mahamid following the barbaric invasion of Israel by Hamas terrorists on Saturday 7 October 2023. The interview is from Steven’s conversation with Yahya on the Jewish National Fund USA podcast, IsraelCast. Yahya Mahamid is an Arab-Israeli speaker, educator…

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Fleur Hassan-Nahoum - Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem 24:00

1+ y ago24:00

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On this special episode of The One Way Ticket Show, Host Steven Shalowitz sat down with Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, following the barbaric invasion of Israel by Hamas terrorists on Saturday 7 October 2023. The interview is from Steven’s conversation with her on the Jewish National Fund USA podcast, IsraelCast. Fleur serves as Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem in …

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Dr. Jonathan Schanzer - Senior Vice President for Research, Foundation for Defense of Democracies 41:46

1+ y ago41:46

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On this special episode of The One Way Ticket Show, Host Steven Shalowitz sat down with Dr. Jonathan Schanzer to provide perspective on the barbaric invasion of Israel by Hamas terrorists on Saturday 7 October 2023. The interview is from Steven’s conversation with Dr. Schanzer on the Jewish National Fund USA podcast, IsraelCast. Dr. Jonathan Schanz…

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Ory Slonim – Former Special Consultant on Israeli POWs & MIAs for 7 Defense Ministers 59:53

1+ y ago59:53

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Born in Israel in 1942, Ory Slonim grew up amidst the ravages of the country’s War of Independence. Ory came from a seventh-generation family that lived in Hebron, grew up in Tel Aviv, married, and became a successful lawyer. In 1986, Israeli President Haim Herzog appointed Ory as special counsel to the Defense Minister for issues of POWs & MIAs, f…

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Matt Gutman - ABC News Chief National Correspondent 56:16

1+ y ago56:16

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Matt Gutman is ABC News’ Chief National Correspondent based in Los Angeles. He reports for all ABC News broadcasts and platforms, including “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “20/20,” “Good Morning America” and “Nightline.” He has reported for ABC from 40 countries across the globe. A multiple award-winning correspondent, Matt has covered the CO…

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Leading Public Art Expert & Advocate - Joyce Pomeroy Schwartz 57:23

1+ y ago57:23

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Joyce Pomeroy Schwartz is a curator, lecturer and public art consultant with a unique concentration in public art policy, modern and contemporary art for architecture and the landscape in the broader context of cultural, urban and environmental revitalization. In 1968-1971 she founded “The Photographer’s Gallery,” the first gallery in New York City…

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Ann-Margret – Hollywood Icon 40:03

1+ y ago40:03

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On this Summer Special of The One Way Ticket Show, Host Steven Shalowitz welcomes Hollywood icon, Ann-Margret, to the program. The Swedish-born actresss and performer has won five Golden Globe Awards, has been nominated for two Academy Awards, two Grammys, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and six Emmy Awards – winning one. She’s been a headliner at sol…

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Jens Heycke - Author of "Out of the Melting Pot, Into the Fire: Multiculturalism in the World's Past and America's Future" 1:08:19

1+ y ago1:08:19

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Jens Kurt Heycke was educated in Economics and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Chicago, the London School of Economics, and Princeton University. He worked as an early employee and executive in several successful technology startups, including one that pioneered the mobile Internet and produced software installed in more than a billion mo…

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Jeh Johnson - Former Secretary of Homeland Security 50:41

1+ y ago50:41

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Jeh Johnson is a partner in the law firm of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, LLP and the former Secretary of Homeland Security (2013-2017), General Counsel of the Department of Defense (2009-2012), General Counsel of the Department of the Air Force (1998-2001), and an Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of New York (1…

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Peter Greenberg - America’s Most Recognized, Honored & Respected Front-Line Travel News Journalist 58:41

1+ y ago58:41

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A multiple Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter and producer, Peter Greenberg is America’s most recognized, honored and respected front-line travel news journalist. Known in the industry as “The Travel Detective,” he is the Travel Editor for CBS News, appearing on CBS Mornings, CBS Evening News, and Sunday Morning, among other broadcast platfo…

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Gretchen Carlson – Journalist, Author & Female Empowerment Advocate 49:51

1+ y ago49:51

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Gretchen Carlson, is an acclaimed journalist, New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and internationally recognized trailblazer for women’s rights in the workplace. In 2016, she boldly went public with harassment claims against then Fox News Chairman and CEO Roger Ailes, paving the way for the #MeToo movement. Her story has been told in the mo…

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Host Steven Shalowitz shares the “7 Ps” that got him through his cancer diagnosis and treatment 36:07

1+ y ago36:07

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On this special episode of “The One Way Ticket Show”, Host Steven Shalowitz shares the “7 Ps” that got him through his cancer diagnosis and treatment. They are: Prayer Perseverance Patience Planning People Positivity Psalms As he mentioned in the recording, credit for the first 3 Ps goes to his Rabbi. Steven added on the remaining 4. After listenin…

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Melissa Biggs Bradley - Travel Expert, CEO & Founder of Indagare 56:40

2y ago56:40

56:40

Melissa Biggs Bradley is the CEO and founder of Indagare, a membership-based luxury travel agency and media company that combines curated content with high-touch service and leverages its global network to create extraordinary, meaningful experiences for sophisticated travelers. Since launching, the company has been named to Inc.’s Fastest-Growing …

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Steven Kotler - Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, Bestselling Author & Award-Winning Journalist 52:59

2y ago52:59

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Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of eleven bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Steali…

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Mirko Ilić – Famed Graphic Designer & Founder of The Tolerance Project 1:01:38

2y ago1:01:38

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Born in Bosnia. In Europe illustrated and art directed posters, record covers, books and comics. Arrived in U.S. in 1986. Was commissioned as an illustrator for many of the major magazines and newspapers in the U.S. and around the world. In 1991 became an Art Director at Time Magazine, in charge of International editions. In 1992 became an Art Dire…

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Qatar’s Leading Comedian & Cultural Icon - Hamad Al-Amari 1:10:54

2y ago1:10:54

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Hamad is a Qatari comedian who grew up in Ireland, a rare commodity in the Middle East or anywhere else. Having spent time in Qatar, Southern Ireland and the US he’s had a unique opportunity to experience the diversity in cultures, which helped form his identity and approach to comedy. With a broad repertoire, his experience ranges from stand-up co…

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Untamed Borders Co-Founder James Willcox takes us on his latest journey through Afghanistan (plus revisits his one way ticket to 300 years in the future somewhere in the mountains) 59:04

2y ago59:04

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James Willcox is one of the founders of Untamed Borders, a travel and logistics company that offers bespoke trips and small group adventures to some of the world's most interesting and inaccessible places. Specializing in cultural, trekking, marathon and skiing trips, Untamed Borders offer some of the most unique itineraries in the travel market to…

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Opera Tenor, Arts Advocate & Pilot , Michael Fabiano's One Way Ticket to Mars and More. 1:40:00

2y ago1:40:00

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Michael Fabiano is a distinguished international opera singer. As a tenor, he regularly performs at leading opera houses worldwide. In 2014, Michael won both the Richard Tucker Award and the Beverly Sills Artist Award, making him the first singer to win both prestigious honors in the same year. His musical artistry is matched by his passionate comm…

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Annie Fitzsimmons, Travel Creator & Editor, Returns to Share 10 More "If These Walls Could Talk" Hotels Plus Revisits Her One Way Ticket to Switzerland 54:41

2y ago54:41

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Annie Fitzsimmons is a travel creative and editor and has worked in the travel industry for more than 17 years, traveling to six continents and reporting–on destinations, people, culture, hotels, and restaurants, and more – through numerous content platforms. Annie is currently writing and researching her book for National Geographic and Disney Pub…

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Former United States Senator Joseph I. Lieberman 38:30

2y ago38:30

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I’ve dipped into our show’s archive from over the last decade and bring you an interview I released on 15 September 2020, with former United States Senator, Joseph I. Lieberman. On this episode, Senator Lieberman shares his one way ticket to the day after the corona virus pandemic ends. The Senator also covers his work on the bi-partisan commission…

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The Honorable Eric L. Adams - New York City Mayor 29:20

2y ago29:20

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I’ve dipped into our show’s archive from over the last decade and bring you an interview I released on 8 January 2019, with New York City Mayor, The Honorable Eric L. Adams, while he was serving in his role as Brooklyn Borough President. In our conversation, Mr. Adams shares his one way ticket to ancient Sumer. He also talks about what makes Brookl…

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Patricia Schultz – Author of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and Why We Travel: 100 Reasons to See the World 57:11

2+ y ago57:11

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Patricia Schultz is the author of the bestselling travel book of all time, 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. A veteran travel journalist with decades of experience, she’s written for all the major travel guides as well as for the WSJ, Conde Nast Traveler and other magazines and newspapers. Patricia’s latest book is, Why We Travel: 100 Reasons to …

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Andrew Schofield - Founder of Flyypod® 48:35

2+ y ago48:35

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Andrew Schofield is a designer, entrepreneur and Founder and Creative Director of Flyypod®. This follows a career as a fashion designer and creative director for some of Australia’s leading brands including SABA -among the most fashion forward brands of its day. Armed with a passion to fuse a luxury sensibility with ethical credentials, and in the …

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Tom Bannister – Founder, Tom’s Perfect 10 Granola 47:12

2+ y ago47:12

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Born and raised in Manchester, England, Tom is a graduate of Oxford University and a seasoned advertising director for clients including Disney and Samsung. A lifelong granola connoisseur, Tom founded Tom’s Perfect 10 granola in December 2021 in his New York City apartment as a way to bond with his wife, Eva Chen, Instagram fashion influencer, and …

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