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| A Happy Move with Devra Jacobs | 17 Feb 2025 | 00:45:52 | |
Travel enthusiasts and those facing the prospect of relocation, gather around for a rich tapestry of stories and insights with me, Christi Cassidy, and our special guest, Devra Jacobs, author of A Happy Move. Discover how Devra's adventurous spirit, cultivated during her formative years in the Bay Area and later in New Jersey, has led her through an enriching journey of frequent moves within the U.S. and across the globe. Her story offers a refreshing perspective on embracing change, moving with loved ones and pets, and the intricate dance between staying connected to family while exploring new horizons. Thinking about what to pack and what to leave behind? We unravel the complexities of downsizing, balancing sentimental treasures with practical decisions, and weighing the cost of shipping versus replacing items. Now approaching her 30th move (from Flagstaff to Arkansas), Devra shares strategies for researching your new home’s weather, language and culture, and the importance of being prepared for the challenges of moving. These handy tips are not just for those crossing oceans but also for anyone tackling the logistics of a local move. For those yearning to understand the nuances of adapting to new environments, Devra’s anecdotes from moving to Korea in the late 70s as a young military wife and new mother—complete with unexpected cultural surprises—serve as a guide. From understanding pet regulations to harnessing the power of community, each tale is a stepping stone toward finding your own sense of home. Packed with personal stories interwoven with practical advice, this episode is your gateway to making any move a seamless and rewarding adventure. A Happy Move: Everything You Need to Know Before and After the Boxes Are Packed by Devra Jacobs and Brit Elders (Beyond Words Publishing, 2024, distributed by Simon & Schuster) Contact Devra, read her blog and watch practical videos on packing and moving: https://ahappymove.com
Chapters (00:03) - Personal Stories of Travel and Relocation (12:07) - Moving and Downsizing (17:32) - Moving Tips and Cultural Insights (25:35) - Moving Stories and Reflections (30:40) - Moving Strategies and Tips
CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Empowering Advocacy: The Inspiring Journey of Ariana Johnson, Ms. Black Ohio USA | 05 Jan 2025 | 00:46:58 | |
Podcast Summary Ariana Johnson, the newly crowned Ms. Black Ohio USA 2025 (and Ms. Black Ohio USA 2024), joins us on a riveting journey through her life of advocacy and ambition. Raised with an appreciation for diverse cultures, Ariana brings rich insights into how travel and education shaped her values. Our conversation reveals her gratitude for her strong women role models around her, her passion for the arts and her love of childhood icons like Beverly Cleary and the American Girl series, which fueled her imagination and inspired her advocacy work. Ariana's experience in pageantry, a world she once hesitated to enter, transformed her path and empowered her mission. Through pageants like the American Royal Beauties, she found a supportive community that celebrated her dedication to social equity and mental health advocacy. Her commitment shines as she shares the influence of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority in her journey, where mentorship and positive role models have played a crucial role. We tackle pertinent issues like hair discrimination, which affects Black women in professional settings, and discuss Ariana's impactful work with the FAMICOS Foundation. With aspirations in the family court system, modeling, and maybe even moving to New York City or Miami to pursue her dreams, Ariana's story is one of determination and purpose. Her pride in representing Ohio and commitment to maternal health in the Black community make this episode a compelling testament to her journey and advocacy. Join us for an inspiring narrative of empowerment and ambition that promises to engage and uplift. Reach Ariana on Instagram or Ariana on LinkedIn
CHAPTERS (00:03) Journey of Advocacy and Ambition Miss Black Ohio USA 2024 discusses her childhood love for diverse cultures, pageantry as a platform for advocacy, and the impact of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. (14:14) Empowering Black Women Through Pageantry Personal journey in music and pageantry, choir and flute experiences, introduction to pageantry at 19, crowned print model title in American Royal Beauties. (28:01) Navigating Advocacy and Empowerment Journey into social work through family mediation, mentorship, and hair discrimination in professional settings. (38:05) Career Dreams and Aspirations Hair discrimination in the Black community, community development work, aspirations in family court and modeling industry. (45:16) Miss Black Ohio's Platform and Pride Miss Black Ohio shares her dedication to her platform and commitment to maternal health in the Black community, representing Ohio with pride.
CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Hiatus Report: Pat Wetzel, Urmi Hossain, Nina Costa and Weekend in Ogunquit | 11 Nov 2023 | 00:08:04 | |
Where have we been? Here's a brief rundown on what's been happening. The broken arm (oops!) thanks to a dog-walking accident in early August. No vacation! But a weekend getaway Nan and Christi took to Ogunquit, Maine, staying on the beach. And a sad RIP for a former Moving Along podcast guest and dear friend. Coming up in the next few months: Pat Wetzel, host of Bump in the Road podcast and her book of the same name; Urmi Hossain on her journey as a Bengali-Italian from Italy to Montreal; Lovelace Cook on her work with FEMA in the Southern U.S. and her forthcoming book Meet Me in Mumbai; and Nina Costa, who toured the world with beloved New Orleans musician Dr. John and then the U.S. with Steve Martin and Marty Short. CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| From Vietnam to New York: Tommy Ngo's Inspiring Journey Through Music, Fashion and Identity | 08 Jul 2023 | 00:44:59 | |
(0:00:06) - Tommy Ngo's Journey (0:13:28) - Family, Music, and Coming Out (0:22:16) - Vietnamese Culture, Religion, and Art (0:35:36) - Love for Music, Culture, and Fashion
In this engaging conversation, we explore Tommy's family dynamics, his dedication to music and art and the significant role his father played in their immigration to the United States. Tommy opens up about his relationship with his brother, their shared experiences of coming out as gay and his plans to reconnect with family in Vietnam. His story is a testament to resilience, bravery and the transformative power of music. Tommy provides a window into Vietnamese culture, Buddhism and his experience as a child with a vegan diet. He talks about his passion for painting and singing, and why he chose not to pursue a career in entertainment. His journey through the fashion industry reveals his adaptability, innovation and the influence of his Vietnamese roots. Listen to this episode for an inspiring story of overcoming odds, embracing identity and finding success in unexpected places.
--------- EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS --------- (0:00:06) - Tommy Ngo's Journey Tommy Ngo shares his journey from Vietnam to the U.S., his career in fashion and music and his entrepreneurial venture in Hudson, NY.
(0:13:28) - Family, Music and Coming Out Tommy Ngo shares his experience growing up in Vietnam, his passion for music, art and dance, his father's process to get the family to the U.S., his and his brother's coming out and his plan to return to Vietnam.
(0:22:16) - Vietnamese Culture, Religion and Art Tommy Ngo's upbringing in Vietnam, Buddhism, vegan diet, Catholic church choir, karaoke, painting and singing are discussed.
(0:35:36) - Love for Music, Culture and Fashion Tommy Ngo shares his journey in fashion, adapting to electric sewing machines, transitioning to his own business and the influence of Vietnam.
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(0:00:06) - Tommy Ngo's Journey (13 Minutes) Tommy Ngo tells me his fascinating story of growing up in Vietnam and eventually moving to New York. He was always passionate about music and art, and his older sister took care of the family while his father served in the Vietnam War. Tommy was discovered for his singing talent by someone in his neighborhood and he went on to sing opera on a circuit of small towns. He shares his experience of the Communist takeover in Vietnam and how it affected his family. He then talks about his journey to the U.S. and his career in the fashion industry, meeting his life partner at the Metropolitan Opera. Finally, Tommy speaks about his entrepreneurial venture, his gallery and luxury nail salon in Hudson, New York.
(0:13:28) - Family, Music and Coming Out (9 Minutes) I speak with Tommy Ngo about his experience growing up in Vietnam and his eventual move to New York. We discuss his passion for music, art and dance, and the process his father went through to get his family accepted into the United States. We also explore Tommy's relationship with his brother, and how they both came out as gay in different settings. Tommy shares his plan to go back to Vietnam to celebrate his nephew's wedding and reconnect with his family.
(0:22:16) - Vietnamese Culture, Religion, and Art (13 Minutes) I chat with Tommy Ngo about his upbringing in Vietnam and his eventual move to New York. We explore his background with Buddhism, his experience with a vegan diet, and his involvement in a Catholic church choir. We talk about his family's karaoke set-up and his passion for painting and singing, and why he ultimately chose not to pursue a career in entertainment. We also consider how the expectations of Vietnamese culture and his religion have impacted his life choices.
(0:35:36) - Love for Music, Culture and Fashion (9 Minutes) I chat with Tommy Ngo about his journey in the fashion industry. He talks about his introduction to tailoring and his transition to higher end luxury salons. He shares how he has adapted to electric sewing machines and how his work in fashion has impacted his hands. Tommy explains why he decided to transition out of the fashion industry and into his own business. We discuss how his experience in Vietnam influenced his decision to pursue fashion and the importance of the cultural options New York has provided him.
Tommy Ngo on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tommyhaingo/ Moving Along music by Eve's Blue Contact: Christi Cassidy, christi@movingalongpodcast.com
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| Traveling Europe Teaching Sex Ed with Deborah Sundahl | 29 Dec 2022 | 00:42:52 | |
In a free-flowing conversation, Deborah Sundahl talks about how she came to travel six months each year to Europe and Scandanavia giving lectures and workshops about women's sexuality--a second career born of a need to promote her book about female ejaculation and the G-spot. She discusses what happens at her hands-on workshops, which serve women in their 40s who are discovering their true sexuality, some for the first time. Other topics range from a discussion of On Our Backs, the lesbian magazine Deborah co-founded in the 1980s, to AIDS and what women learned from gay men and the BDSM community, to writing a book about female ejaculation and the G-spot--a gamble that went from passion project to a whole new profession as a traveling sex educator and lecturer. About Deborah Sundahl Deborah Sundahl (https://deborahsundahl.com/) is a pioneer in female sexuality with 35 years’ experience. Her groundbreaking book is Female Ejaculation and the G-Spot (“not your mother’s orgasm book”). She has produced many videos on female ejaculation and G-spot sexuality (available at her store, https://deborahsundahl.com/shop/). A master sexuality teacher, lecturer and sex educator, Deborah travels throughout the U.S., Scandinavia and Europe teaching women and couples her unique, effective method for discovering and loving the G-spot. She is an advocate for adult sex education and sexual wellness. Sources for More Information The Human Female Prostate: From Vestigial Skene's Paraurethral Glands and Ducts to Woman's Functional Prostate. By Milan Zaviacic. Slovak Academic Press, Bratislava, Slovakia, 1999 “Clinical Significance fo the Paraurethral Ducts and Glands” by John W. Huffman, M.D. (Chicago), May 1951 Abstract: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/article-abstract/549701 Regnier de Graaf, 1641 – 1673 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regnier_de_Graaf Alexander Skene, 1837 – 1900 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Skene Ernst Gräfenberg, 1881 – 1957 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernst_Gr%C3%A4fenberg On Our Backs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/On_Our_Backs The Human Sexuality Collection, Cornell University https://rare.library.cornell.edu/human-sexuality-collection/ Susie Bright Papers and On Our Backs Records https://rmc.library.cornell.edu/EAD/htmldocs/RMM07788.html Human Sexuality Collection on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CornellSexCollects/ +++ Music by Eve’s Blue Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Website: https://movingalongpodcast.com/ CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Creating Purpose in Retirement with Patrice Jenkins | 12 Nov 2022 | 00:42:46 | |
Moving Along guest Patrice Jenkins, Ph.D., is an organizational psychologist, consultant and frequent speaker on topics related to career and retirement transitions. She is the host of Day One Dreams podcast and author of two books, it’s still good: Dreams Don’t Have Expiration Dates and What Will I Do All Day? Wisdom to Get You Over Retirement and On with Living! Her online course, A Guide to Take the Weirdness Out of Retirement, is available at Udemy.com. Contact Patrice: https://patricejenkins.com/ Some of the topics we discussed... Living the dream Defining the dream Should I relocate? Creating purpose in retirement years When retirement dreams are dashed Act on your dream CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Christi and Nan Talk Turkey | 02 Oct 2022 | 00:10:07 | |
Here are some tips to making your Thanksgiving dinner not too intense when visiting family. Applies to all family holiday dinners! Nan Kinney and Christi Cassidy talk about visiting familly over the coming Thanksgiving and how to make the weekend visit a little less stressful. Christina Beauchemin, Christi's friend and client, author of Let My Legacy Be Love (Woodhall Press, 2021), has great ideas on how to chill out and take the pressure off of Thanksgiving dinner. Find out more: https://christinabeauchemin.com/ Seinfeld - if you can find the episode with the "conversation cards," let Christi know @ christi@movingalongpodcast.com.
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| Wildfires, Hurricanes and Weather with Mark Pellerito | 22 Jul 2022 | 00:45:30 | |
Into the maw of disaster, Mark Pellerito travels to wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes and even to train derailments on behalf of the National Weather Service, where Mark works as an incident meteorologist. Since the age of five, he's wanted to be a weatherman, and he started out as a local TV weatherman in Michigan. Then all hell broke loose, and his dream came crashing down. He and the entire newsroom were fired. Mark's wife, Marisa, was pregnant with twins; they had just bought a home in Battle Creek, Michigan. Friends suggested he apply to the National Weather Service, and before long, Mark was relocated in Glasgow, Montana, and training at the Shower Bath Fire in Idaho, then the Rattlesnake Complex, also in Idaho. Before long he was sent to the Iron Complex fire in California. Then, he was summoned to Sydney, Australia during the worst fire season they'd ever seen. In addition to wildfires, Mark talks about hurricanes, tornadoes, his love of weather from the time he was a kid and a New Jersey train derailment just outside of Philadelphia. CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| From Brooklyn to West Virginia - Pandemic Moves | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:35:56 | |
About Marian Amo Marian Amo is an intricate part of the work done at Publishers Weekly. She enjoys writing, dancing, and baked goods. In her free time, you can catch her reading a good book or taking on new hobbies. The Rum Cake - Marian's take on this DEE-lish rum cake recipe from the Spicy Southern Kitchen https://spicysouthernkitchen.com/rum-cake-recipe/ Rum Cake This Rum Cake is the ultimate party cake. With rum added to the batter and another 1/2 cup soaked into the baked cake, there's a whole lot of rum flavor. Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 1 hour Servings 18 Ingredients Rum Syrup baking spray 1 cup finely chopped walnuts 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 1 (3.4-ounce) box instant vanilla pudding mix 1/2 cup salted butter, cut into pieces 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 4 large eggs 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/2 cup white or golden rum 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup salted butter 1/2 cup white rum 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees and spray a 12-cup Bundt pan with baking spray. Sprinkle walnuts into the bottom of the pan. Set aside. 2. Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, mix together flour, sugar, pudding mix, butter, baking powder, and salt for 2 minutes. 3. Add milk, eggs, and coconut oil and mix on LOW for 2 minutes 4. Add rum and vanilla and mix on LOW for 1 more minute. 5. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let cool slightly while you make the Rum Syrup. 6. To make rum syrup, combine butter, rum, brown sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bringto a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer for about 5 minutes. Sugar should dissolve and syrupshould thicken just slightly. 7. Stir in vanilla extract. 8. Leave cake in Bundt pan and poke holes all over the top with a skewer or toothpick or a fork.Slowly pour glaze over top of cake. It will not all absorb into the cake right away. Let sit 30-45 minutes and invert cake onto a cake stand or plate. Store at room temperature. You can reach Marian courtesy of Christi Cassidy, christi@movingalongpodcast.com CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Hiring a Professional Organizer - Part 2 | 10 Mar 2022 | 00:28:21 | |
In Part 2 of our interview with Sonya Weisshappel, the CEO and founder of Seriatim professional organizers and inventory managment experts tells stories from her 23 years of helping people assess, get rid of and donate their stuff. Often precipitated by a crisis or major life transition such as a death in the family or decision to downsize or retire, people confront their belongings and often don't know where to turn. Sonya's mantra is know what you have, and once you know what you have you can determine its value. We discuss the importance of having an inventory of household items when bringing caregivers and home health aides into the home to care for elderly relatives. On the lighter side, Sonya talks about confronting the dusty shoes in the closet and how "stuff" comes to overtake your space. The Scandanavian idea of "death cleaning"--or decluttering along the way rather than waiting till the end. Sonya also speaks highly of Brené Brown's book Atlas of the Heart and the importance of not judging people's styles of collecting and decorating. Sonya grew up in New York City where she started her organizing company, Seriatim, in 1999. Proudly dyslexic, Sonya founded her business in order to avoid writing a resume and now, almost two decades later, she and her Seriatim team have earned themselves a reputation as consummate Chaos Whisperers. In 2017, Sonya became the first organizer to be accepted into the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. She is currently President of the New York Council of Relocation Professionals (NYCORP). In her spare time, Sonya organizes her husband, three children, and rescue dog, Finn. You can reach Sonya at https://www.seriatim.net/ CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Hiring a Professional Organizer to Help You Move - Part 1 | 17 Feb 2022 | 00:29:31 | |
Sonya Weisshappel, CEO and founder of Seriatim (seriatim.net) was born and raised in San Francisco. When she was 13, her parents moved to New York, and living on Central Park West gave Sonya a whole new vision of herself in the world...especially when her dad died a year later. It taught her empathy, a key skill in dealing with people in her business, who call her when they don't know where to start. Proudly dyslexic, Sonya founded Seriatim in 1999, when she was at a loss for writing out a resume and applying to jobs in the usual way. But she'd learned the primal skills of organization from her mother, who handled her aunt's design business in San Francisco, from a summer job at a Brooklyn table linens business (and where she learned to rub elbows with Bloomingdale's, Saks and other high-end retailers) and in Hawaii, where she worked for a fish and fruit exporter. In this episode, we discuss what's in storage, and how much do you pay? Appraisals help you understand what to keep, sell or donate. Knowing what you have helps you not lose valuable possessions, and not have them stolen. In part 2 we deal with household help and how having a full inventory of what you own can protect you. Insurance premiums may be way overblown if you don't know what's in that storage locker. Whether inheritances or flea market finds, know what you have so you can understand its value and whether you want to save what you have. Yes, no and maybe piles help you organize your basic things like books and "miscellaneous" drawers. In part 2, we delve deeper into the value of keeping a list of what's in your home, especially when you hire help. How to organize your stuff in order to cut insurance premiums. The value of inventory management when it comes to saving money. The audio is a little crinkly in part 1. Part 2 is clearer. Check out the transcript--and email Christi--if you have any questions. Learn more about Sonya and Seriatim, professional organizing and inventory management experts : seriatim.com Places mentioned in this episode: San Francisco New York City Manhattan Central Park West Brooklyn Hawaii Music by Eves Blue Want more? Contact your host, Christi Cassidy, at christi@movingalongpodcast.com CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| To Hawaii with One Duffel Bag Three Suitcases and a Car | 31 Jan 2022 | 00:37:03 | |
From Kansas to New Mexico...to Hawaii? Meet Kandy and Dave Shortle, originally from the great state of Kansas, who after retiring to Santa Fe, New Mexico--and enjoying high desert life for many years--sold their house during the pandemic and moved to Waikoloa, Hawaii, on the Big Island. How did they do it? Dave was full-time in the Army National Guard, and together he and Kandy raised a family and now have children and grandchildren who live in Silicon Valley, California. Moving from a house to a condo with a view of the ocean...moving to paradise...is a dream come true. Kandy and Dave have practical tips...and oh, yeah, how about moving that car? Places mentioned in this episode: Marysville, Kansas Hays, Kansas Manhattan, Kansas Niagara Falls, New York Corning, New York Skidmore College Cape Cod, Massachusetts Santa Fe, New Mexico Puerto Rico Costa Rica Waikoloa, Hawaii The Big Island, Hawaii Mauna Kea, Hawaii Mauna Kea Golf Course, Hawaii Honolulu, Hawaii +++ Music by Eves Blue
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| Robert Lunday on Moving from Houston to the Japanese Countryside, Global Disappearances, the Borderlands and Belonging, Japanese Culture | 27 Oct 2024 | 01:04:03 | |
What if the tapestry of your life was woven through constant change and cultural encounters? Join us for an insightful conversation with writer and poet Robert Lunday, who shares his journey of growing up as a military dependent and his impending move from Houston to the serene landscapes of Kyushu, Japan. Robert opens up about how his early experiences of frequent relocations fostered a deep curiosity and understanding of diverse cultures—skills that will surely aid him as he embraces a new beginning in Japan. Together, we navigate the sensitive subject of global disappearances, focusing on countries like Mexico, Japan, and the United States and the disappearance in 1982 of Robert’s stepfather. Our discussion highlights the courage of grassroots efforts, often led by families, to find missing loved ones when official avenues fall short. From poignant artistic memorials by a Mexican shoemaker to the haunting tales of Indigenous communities, these stories underline the power of collective action and the profound impact of “missingness” on identity and community. As Robert prepares for his new, expat life in Japan, the conversation shifts to themes of cultural integration and adaptation. We explore the intriguing opportunities presented by Japan's abandoned homes and the unique challenges faced by expatriates in preserving these relics of rural history. Through the story of Robert’s wife, Yukiko, and her equestrian pursuits, Robert reflects on the blend of tradition and innovation that defines life in rural Japan. Whether discussing societal norms or language barriers, Robert's insights promise to enrich your understanding of what it means to truly belong in a new place. Robert Lunday: https://robertlunday.com/ Disequilibria: Meditations on Missingness by Robert Lunday You can order Robert’s latest book directly from his website: https://robertlunday.com/books/ Chapters (00:03) Moving Along With Robert Lunday (15:19) Studying Global Disappearances and Responses (22:07) Global Disappearances and Collective Action (27:46) Navigating Missing Persons Cases and Support (42:19) Cultural Integration and New Beginnings (48:07) Exploring Japanese Culture and Language (55:43) Japanese Abandoned Homes and Expatriate Life CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Leaving Las Vegas - Christina and Jamie Crim | 23 Dec 2021 | 01:01:25 | |
By the time these two long-haul truckers met in Windy Wyoming, Christina and Jamie Crim were ready for love, ready for adventure, ready for a family. After a harrowing pregnancy, the Crims had a beautiful son, a "truckers' baby," and Las Vegas beckoned. The future was bright...until their dreams shattered. What could they do? Some of us leave by choice, some of us by necessity. This is a story of leaving by choice, and then by necessity. It is the story of a young couple with a baby who found the promise in long-haul trucking, having moved from California to Las Vegas. And the economic devastation that befell them in Las Vegas. Then came COVID and even more economic havoc. Theirs is a story of true love, faith and family, of finding hope and strength despite being broke and homeless in Sin City. Together, they made the heartwrenching decision. To stay or to leave? How would they rebuild their life and business? Listen in to the Crims' story of the nomadic life, of hope, of homelessness, of the kindness of newfound friends and strangers and, ultimately, of leaving Las Vegas. Places mentioned: Poughkeepsie Hudson, New York The Hudson Valley Quebec, Canada North Carolina Chicago Ford Heights, Illinois The Lincoln Highway Underground Railroad - see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Heights,_Illinois#History Six Flags Great America, Gurnee, Illinois San Jose Solana Beach, California Del Mar Fairgrounds, California Wyoming New Haven, Connecticut Bakersfield, California Amarillo, Texas Reno, Nevada Brewster, New York Las Vegas, Nevada
Also mentioned: CRST - https://crst.com/ Aviation mechanics Aviation Institute of Maintenance - https://aviationmaintenance.edu/campuses/las-vegas-nv/ COVID-19 Warrior J Trucking C~Crim Trucking University of Phoenix - https://www.phoenix.edu/ Aveda Institute - https://aveda.edu/
Contact info, links and shout-outs: Crim de la Crim. crimdelacrim1982@gmail.com The people who kept Ni'Syah safe in Las Vegas: Mrs. Benzena Brown, from Genesis II Church in North Las Vegas. Author of So I Will, So I Can. https://linkedin.com/in/benzena-brown-1260b195 Patricia Miles - a.k.a. Ms. Pat or Auntie Pat Mischlane Melton - www.mischlanemelton.com
Music by Eves Blue. CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Time for One More Adventure - Debby Mayer | 31 Oct 2021 | 00:32:51 | |
Debby Mayer is a writer and talker in San Diego, California. She has published a novel, Sisters; a memoir, Riptides & Solaces Unforeseen, numerous short stories and reams of journalism. When she lived in New York State, she received two grants from the New York Foundation for the Arts: one in nonfiction, for “Therapy Dogs,” an excerpt from Riptides, and one in fiction for “The Secretary,” a short story published in The New Yorker. She holds an MA in creative writing from City College, where Sisters won the DeJur Award. Her day jobs have been arts administration (Poets & Writers, Inc.) and editing (Publications Office, Bard College). More at debbymayer.com. Topics discussed: "Go West, Old Woman" copyright (c) Debby Mayer. Read, recorded and used by permission. "The Pandemic Café" copyright (c) Debby Mayer. Travels with Sizzle San Diego Union-Tribune The Columbia Paper Hudson, New York Mira Mesa, San Diego International travel U.S. travel Traveling solo as a widow Traveling with pets Driving cross-country with a dog Traveling with a former show dog Basenji breed Buying a condo long-distance Moving to San Diego Music by Eves Blue, used by permission. Connect: Debby Mayer: https://debbymayer.com/ Moving Along: https://moving-along.simplecast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MovingAlongPodcast Christi Cassidy, host and producer: christi@movingalongpodcast.com
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| Moving to Her Happy Place - Ramona Gonzales | 20 Sep 2021 | 00:31:58 | |
Growing up in Northern California Traveling to Mexico City as a kid Learning Spanish Parenting magazine Moving to New York City Getting mugged in NYC on her first night there Latina magazine Jennifer Lopez - JLo - on the cover of the first Latina magazine Living in Chelsea, Manhattan Moving to her happy place - from New York City to Hermosa Beach in SoCal, Southern California Moving with a cat, Rocco Flying cross-country, not driving Moving from Hermosa Beach to San Diego The surprises and trials of living in San Diego About Ramona Gonzales Digital Advertising & Technology Consultant Ramona Gonzales Consulting Ramona Gonzales is a digital media veteran who started her career as a magazine editor. After nearly two decades of working for publishers, digital agencies, and technology companies—and active participation in industry initiatives—she launched her consulting company in 2009. Her clients encompass digital publishers, ad tech companies, and industry organizations such as the IAB, IAB Tech Lab, the Digital Advertising Alliance, and the Association of National Advertisers. Her consultancy provides services and solutions that are infused with revenue, data, and yield management principles and tactics, as well as industry best practices. Before then, she consulted for online publishers and media companies for Microsoft Advertising and Rapt (acquired by Microsoft in 2008). Prior to that, as Director of Digital Media, she led LPI Media's digital media operations, P&L, strategic direction, business goals, and product development for four years. (LPI Media, the publisher of Out and The Advocate magazines, was acquired by PlanetOut and subsequently by HereTV Media.) In the late 90s, Ramona oversaw the assessment, definition, and organization of digital content for major clients at Ogilvy Interactive (Director of Content Strategy in the Information Architecture Group). Her first foray into the digital arena was in 1997 as one of two producers who created SesameStreet.com. She moved to New York City in 1996 to launch Latina magazine, the first national magazine for Hispanic women in the US. Prior to Latina, she was an editor at Parenting magazine in San Francisco. Ramona earned a BA in Journalism (minor in Women Studies) at San Jose State University. Connect Ramona Gonzales: www.ramonagonzales.com Music by Eves Blue and used by permission. CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Moving Along Trailer | 18 Sep 2021 | 00:02:32 | |
Moving Along is a podcast about travel, relocation and life transitions. Should you do it? What’s involved? What’s the cost? Will you miss opportunities if you decide to stay instead of leave? At Moving Along, you’ll hear stories of people who packed up and left--either by necessity or choice; advice from experts in organization, budgeting and moving; and tips on making your life transition a positive new adventure. Where are you headed next? CREDITS
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| Behind the Scenes at Lonely Planet: A Chat with Alex Howard | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:39:51 | |
Alex Howard, editorial director of Lonely Planet, discusses his journey from Central Florida to leading the world's top travel guidebook publisher. Discover Alex's recommendations for hidden gems like Isle Royale National Park in Michigan, Haida Gwaii in British Columbia, and the Puye Cliff Dwellings at Santa Clara Pueblo in New Mexico. Alex shares personal stories, from childhood trips to Disney World, the Redwoods and Hong Kong, to backpacking in China (where he met his wife) and India, to adventuring in an Alaskan glacier bay, dressed in an Arctic dry suit and paddling around icebergs. Beginning as a backpacker reliant on Lonely Planet's guidebooks, "the blue spines," Alex transformed into a guidebook creator himself, driving Lonely Planet's vision for over a decade. Passionate about authenticity in travel journalism, Alex offers editorial tips for aspiring Lonely Planet writers, talks about Lonely Planet's Offbeat Destinations guides and discusses sustainability in travel. Plus, Alex muses on Lonely Planet's distinction among travel guidebooks for its focus on locals and experiences. Here he also reveals what destination proposals he'd like to see cross his desk. This episode is perfect for travel writers and avid adventurers alike, seeking to explore the world’s offbeat paths and create their own transformative journeys. 00:38 Alex Howard's Early Travel Memories 03:56 Backpacking and Teaching in China 07:02 Lonely Planet's Evolution and Challenges 11:03 Memorable Travel Experiences 20:12 Travel Writing Insights and Advice 27:44 Offbeat Destinations and Future Plans Contact info You can find Alex Howard, editorial director of Lonely Planet, at LinkedIn, Instagram or Twitter/X. Check out Lonely Planet's website. Follow Lonely Planet's Webby Award-winning Instagram. CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Traveling with Disabilities - Danny Health Hats Speaks Up | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:39:30 | |
Danny van Leeuwen, the host of Health Hats, tells good stories. About his incredible experience on a swaying walkway 20 stories above the jungle canopy in Costa Rica. About the time he fell on the Camino de Santiago in Spain. About the first time he fell. About trying to climb 11th century castle steps in Spain. A nurse and healthcare advocate, he shares his experiences of living with multiple sclerosis and being an advocate for health equity. Danny also discusses his background, including his career in healthcare and membership in several important health organizations. He remembers what travel meant to him as a child and recounts his various adventures traveling with disabilities, including trips from Chicago and Detroit to New York, to the Camino in Spain, to the Portugal Camino and to Costa Rica. Danny provides practical advice on dealing with the challenges of traveling with a disability, emphasizing the importance of support systems and leveraging available resources. He also touches on his work with underrepresented communities and his interest in long COVID research. Danny's philosophy of taking calculated risks and remaining adaptable despite physical limitations resonates throughout the conversation. Danny van Leeuwen Info Contact Danny: https://health-hats.com/#contact Health Hats Website: https://health-hats.com/ Danny Health Hats Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dvanleeu Danny crossing the suspension bridge in Costa Rica with Juve Acuna, the grandfather of disability travel guides, on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1zokW8rnNk Places mentioned: Boston Chicago Detroit New York Spain Camino de Santiago Santiago de Compostela Cathedral Portugal Camino Costa Rica Cloudland State Park, Georgia
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| Autumn Carolynn - From Cabin Crew to Travel Guru | 06 Apr 2024 | 00:58:52 | |
As a child, Autumn Carolynn gazed skyward, dreaming of the day she'd soar above the clouds. Now, with the passport stamps of 30 countries adorning her well-traveled pages, she sits down with me, Christi Cassidy, to recount her evolution from a flight attendant to a travel design manager and travel photographer. Our conversation sweeps across the globe, from the academic pathways of Canterbury to the high skies and the intricate world of travel planning. Autumn's stories are a mosaic of laughter, mishaps and invaluable insights that remind us of travel's transformative power on our lives. Have you ever wondered what it takes to confidently navigate the globe alone? Autumn opens the curtain on the challenges and triumphs of solo travel, her journey into the world of flight attendants—where every half-point in training could change your fate—and the artistry behind capturing moments that tell a story. She shares personal anecdotes and practical tips, and together we celebrate the special kind of magic one finds in new destinations and long-lasting memories made with friends, strangers and loved ones alike. Wrapping up our adventure, we tackle the intricacies of trip planning, from choosing accommodations to embracing the spontaneity of travel. Autumn encourages us to push past travel anxiety, to seize the day and book that flight, immersing ourselves in the rich tapestry of cultures awaiting discovery. Her book, Traveling in Wonder, beckons with tales from her voyages and serves as a guide for the anxious traveler seeking to conquer fears. So, tune in, get inspired, and perhaps you'll find yourself planning your own journey into the wonderful world of travel.
-------- HIGHLIGHTS --------- 0:03:10 - Childhood Dream of Becoming Flight Attendant 0:06:18 - Followed Gut Feeling, Became Flight Attendant 0:12:05 - Benefits of Solo vs Group Travel 0:18:53 - Rediscovering Photography During Lockdown 0:43:55 - Finding Flight Deals Using Kayak 0:47:27 - Advancements in Travel Technology 0:51:17 - Flexible Travel Plans and Destinations 0:53:42 - Overcoming Anxiety Through New Experiences
Resources recommended by Autumn Carolynn: Reddit - travel subreddit Rick Steves travel guides
Places mentioned in this episode: Minneapolis, Minnesota Canterbury, England Newcastle, England Australia Costa Rica San Francisco Iceland Chicago, Illinois Elmhurst, Illinois Illinois State University Norway Japan Budapest, Hungary Seoul, South Korea
Contact information: Website: https://autumncarolynn.com Instagram, Facebook and YouTube: @autumncarolynnphotography TikTok: @autumncarolynnphotograph (no y)
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| Backpacker to Entrepreneur: Carlton Klein's Journey to Lost Canyon Imports | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:52:26 | |
Carlton Klein's first and most dramatic great adventure involved secretly dropping out of college, riding a bicycle to Mexico and taking every form of transportation but planes down to Bogota, Colombia. He writes, “I came away with some wild experiences like working on the Panama Canal, and trying to avoid drug mules in Mexico. That trip also did a lot for me in terms of reviving my zest for life and polishing out my social skills, but didn't sort out the larger issues.” It did, however, plant the seed for an idea that would become a business after another big transition. Originally from Chevy Chase, Maryland, Carlton worked in Washington, D.C. and, once he headed back to school, earned a master’s degree in international development at the University of Maryland. He spent years spent living and working in developing countries including India, Burma (Myanmar) and Colombia. He had just completed his field work in India, working with the Wildlife Trust of India, and returned to the U.S. Covid-19 hit not long after, and he wound up running logistics for two Covid field hospitals. We discuss Carlton’s transition from backpacking wanderlust to entrepreneur with an import business, how he found his way out of his own personal nadir, how he got the idea for Lost Canyon Imports and how he envisions his future. We talk about his concern over the growing homogeneity of the world, the fine line of exploitation and saving the arts of faraway cultures, and the sense of loss he feels as he witnesses cultures and traditions disappearing. One of the most tangible pieces of a culture, he believes, is the crafts they make. Carlton went back to Colombia, met with traditional artisans, filmed their process and the culture behind the pieces and started a company to sell their works in the U.S., contributing to a steady stream of income for them. You can reach Carlton Klein here: lostcanyonimports@gmail.com Places mentioned in this episode: CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| G’sta—How the Hip Hop Musician Survived and Thrives, Collaborates in Life and Music with Corporate Savvy and a Brand Vision for His Future | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:57:21 | |
G’sta peels back the layers of being a successful hip hop musician, producer and studio owner. A hip hop baby, Sean Self, known as G’sta, began writing and performing as a child in the 7th Ward of New Orleans, hitting his stride in the late 1990s. This year, G'sta celebrates 20 years of owning his own studio, So Stimulus Entertainment. He recently released “Classic Status” to celebrate hip hop’s 50th anniversary. Along the way, he and his family escaped Hurricane Katrina, he hit rock bottom and faced deep depression over a failed music contract, and he reclaimed his self-esteem, rising to the top in Las Vegas, where he owns a home and lives with the love of his life. G’sta talks openly about embracing his corporate self while fueling the creativity that has never left him, fusing the two with a new vision of licensing the personal brand he has created. G'sta's collaborators and shoutouts (a selection, in no particular order): Places mentioned: "Classic Status" copyright (c) So Stimulus Entertainment. Used by permission. "Classic Status" official video featuring D.J. Blacknificent - on WorldStar: G'sta on SoundCloud: G'sta on Instagram, @gsta_g Sean G'sta Self on Facebook: G'sta on YouTube: Everything G'sta, on the So Stimulus Entertainment website: --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS --------- (0:00:04) - Life Transitions and Travel Experiences --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS --------- (0:00:04) - Life Transitions and Travel Experiences (0:14:58) - Music, Careers and Collaborations (0:26:46) - Navigating Creativity in Traditional Job (0:38:52) - Importance of Life Coaching and Growth (0:51:08) - Maintaining Health and Creativity (0:55:54) - Creative Album Production in Studio CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| From Bengali Roots to a Canadian Mosaic with Urmi Hossain | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:36:15 | |
“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” Digging deeper into the heart of immigration, Urmi reflects on her parents’ brave leap from Bangladesh to Italy—perhaps influenced by Italy’s permissive Martelli’s law—a journey made not for work but for the promise of a better future. This chapter of Urmi’s life paints an intriguing portrait of identity struggles, as she feels more anchored to her Italian and Bengali roots than to her Canadian citizenship. Urmi likens the move to Canada to Joseph Campbell’s “cave you fear to enter,” which holds “the treasure you seek.” The analogy captures both the risks and the rewards of diving into the unknown, a country where even the language, Quebecois, created a formidable hurdle to acceptance. Her adventurous spirit is a testament to the power of taking chances and the profound impact such decisions have on shaping one’s life narrative. In the final stretch of our intimate dialogue, we traverse the landscape of Urmi’s personal growth and the resilience she has honed over the years. Becoming a Toastmaster has helped her in pursuing her ultimate quest for giving a coveted TED Talk. She is a dedicated mentor to other women and girls through her volunteer work in Canada, and Urmi shares how her commitment to fitness, particularly boxing, has fortified her mental and physical strength. As we wrap up, we contemplate the paradoxical relationship between joy and sadness and the adaptability that is carved from life’s hurdles. Urmi’s journey from Palermo to Montreal exemplifies the transformative process that many of us navigate, reminding us that the essence of our shared human experience is as unpredictable as it is beautiful. Join us for this heartfelt exploration that is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever sought their place in the world. Highlight Timestamps (03:08 - 04:27) Exploration and Self-Discovery Through Moving (10:17 - 12:06) Immigration Experiences of Bangladeshi Family (14:54 - 15:52) Questioning Ethnicity and Accents (21:08 - 22:18) Journey of Personal Transformation (29:50 - 30:55) Exploring Career Paths and Personal Accomplishments (32:23 - 33:06) The Importance of Taking Risks Places mentioned in this episode: About Urmi Hossain Urmi is an advocate of women’s empowerment and very passionate about teaching and mentoring other girls and women. She is part of the organization called Women In Leadership for the Victoria Chapter in Canada as the social media lead. She enjoys being a promoter of self-investing and personal development. In her free time, she enjoys reading books and boxing. Contact Urmi at her blog: https://www.myways.ca/ Urmi’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZoiI0SGU0Xo9_lNjtLWtgg Urmi’s book on Amazon: Discovering Your Identity: A Rebirth from Interracial Struggle Urmi Hossain on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/urmi-hossain CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Embrace the Bumps with Pat Wetzel | 07 Dec 2023 | 00:44:49 | |
Ever wondered about the power of resilience in navigating life's bumps? Prepare to be captivated as we explore this and more with the remarkable Pat Wetzel, pilot, adventurer, author and podcast host of Bump in the Road. Pat's life is a rich tapestry of domestic and world travel, marked by immense joys and formidable challenges--from growing up in a globetrotting, food-loving family to a Wall Street career to facing a cancer diagnosis, divorce and a business betrayal. As she pulls back the curtain on her adventurous life, you'll discover the delicious thrill of soaring in Whiskey Oscar, her sailplane; her love of “indigenous,” pre-Google travel; and the transformative power of perspective-pivoting. In an enlightening chat, Pat delves into the heart of her life's adversities, revealing how she found joy and positivity amidst turmoil. Through tales of resilience, we investigate the importance of self-care and the necessity of stepping out of our comfort zones to truly understand our strengths and weaknesses. Listen in as we discuss the importance of shifting perspectives, and explore how Pat employs meditation as a tool to quiet her mind and make conscious choices. She offers a unique lens on travel as a means of resetting and discovering inner strength, and her approach is sure to inspire you. In our final segment, we explore the importance of meaningful conversations about life's challenges. Pat extends an invitation to you, our listeners, to join her on her website for more inspiring stories and to chart your own adventures. Prepare to be inspired to dream big, evolve and keep moving along, no matter what bumps you encounter on your road. Embrace this delightful opportunity to dive into an enlightening conversation about travel, life transitions and the power of resilience. (Show notes written with some help from PodiumGPT.) Places mentioned: Prescott, Arizona Santa Fe, New Mexico Paris, France Calistoga, California Lake Tahoe, California Minden, Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada Phoenix Sedona, Arizona Flagstaff, Arizona The Badlands, South Dakota Los Angeles, California Kitty Hawk, North Carolina Wall Street Silicon Valley Upper Saddle River, New Jersey Links Bump in the Road website: https://bumpintheroad.us/ Bump in the Road podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bump-in-the-road/id1515348427 Bump in the Road book (Amazon affiliate link): https://a.co/d/6amkuaA 8 Minute Meditation Expanded: Quiet Your Mind. Change Your Life. by Victor Davich: https://www.amazon.com/Minute-Meditation-Expanded-Quiet-Change/dp/0399173420 Pat’s interview with Erik Weihenmayer, Blind Visionary: https://bumpintheroad.us/erik-weihenmayer-blind-visionary/ Pat’s interview with Gary Hensel, The Spiritual Warrior, on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7\_UAUC5zNbg?si=z3p4zsWH\_K9RZJAy The Way of Wisdom with Gary Hensel: https://bumpintheroad.us/the-way-of-wisdom-the-spiritual-warrior/ The Way of Wisdom with Gary Hensel and Deborah Toyias Kozich on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umEV\_LexKME Moving Along podcast website: https://movingalongpodcast.com/ Contact Christi Cassidy, host and creator: christi@movingalongpodcast.com CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Walking Journeys with Storyteller Diane Wyzga | 05 May 2025 | 00:57:45 | |
Growing up off Exit 109 of the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey, Diane Wyzga remembers family vacations as setting the stage for a lifetime of wanderlust. Growing up as the eldest of seven, Diane’s early adventures in state and national parks sparked a passion for exploration that never faded. Join me as I chat with Diane, founder of Quarter Moon Story Arts, and we navigate her multifaceted journey from Navy nurse to lawyer, and now a storyteller on Whidbey Island and host of the daily podcast "Stories from Women Who Walk." The episode unfolds with tales of youthful independence and the courage to chart one's path. Childhood memories of collecting S&H Green Stamps for camping gear with Diane’s family are the precursor to a love for hiking and a life marked by exploration. Diane's story of trekking the Camino de Santiago as a transformative milestone resonates as Diane reminisces about her backpacking adventures across Europe. With a trusty travel guide and a heart full of optimism, Diane’s early journeys reveal an enduring spirit of adventure.
--------- HIGHLIGHTS --------- 0:02:33 - Childhood Travel Memories and Green Stamps 0:06:23 - Life-Changing Outdoor Adventures 0:11:19 - Life Divided 0:16:57 - Backpacking Across Europe Without Set Plans 0:23:02 - From Backpacking Europe to Navy Service 0:30:35 - Trips to New York City 0:39:59 - Last Hope Island and Diane's Polish Heritage 0:46:26 - Camino del Santiago: Encouraging Note From a Friend 0:55:48 - Granny D's Inspiring Journey Across America
Contact Info & Links Quarter Moon Story Arts: https://www.quartermoonstoryarts.net E-mail: info@quartermoonstoryarts.net Stories From Women Who Walk with daily 60 Seconds podcast: https://stories-from-women-who-walk.simplecast.com/ Diane as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack: https://dianewyzga.substack.com/?utm_source=global-search Diane on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-f-wyzga-QMSA CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Fueling Cultural Curiosity: Travels with Rhythm & Roam | 15 Oct 2025 | 01:02:42 | |
Paul Island and Benef Verell, two co-hosts of the travel podcast Rhythm & Roam, share their stories about travel, relocation and how they came to start their own podcast with their friend Trecia Cooke. How did Paul and Benef get the travel bug? Benef recounts her Midwest upbringing and how family trips, mostly within the region, laid the groundwork for her future wanderlust. It wasn't until she joined the military, in an unexpected journey to West Point, that her travel experiences truly expanded, igniting a lifelong passion for exploring new places. Similarly, Paul reflects on his childhood travels that were mostly confined to the New York tri-state area and Florida. From there we explore the intricate ways in which family, culture and unexpected paths influence travel and career choices. Paul recalls how his older sister's dreams of London inspired further exploration and a career in the military, expanding his own travel horizons. We touch on the cultural roots that influence aspirations, such as Paul’s Jamaican and British connections, and Benef’s Afghan roots. The conversation offers insights into the interplay of family influences, cultural backgrounds, and how these elements shape unexpected life paths. The conversation turns to the impact of cultural diversity and identity on travel experiences. Benef and Paul share their encounters with stereotypes, “traveling while Black and biracial,” and the cultural expectations they’ve confronted while traveling and living abroad. Laced with humor and canny insights, their stories highlight the importance of understanding and adapting to cultural differences, the benefits of solo travel and the unique travel styles that lead to memorable journeys. LINKS Rhythm & Roam Ireland episode with Paul and Benef https://rhythmandroam.com/episode/the-ireland-trip-that-made-us-question-everything Passport Knuckle Ride: Staying Sane While Traveling in a Crazy World (Pocket Travel Guide) https://rhythmandroam.com/book CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Sailing the World: Alison Gieschen’s Nautical Odyssey | 26 Sep 2025 | 00:44:33 | |
Sailing the world. It’s the adventure of a lifetime for Alison Gieschen, who has been sailing the high seas with her husband, Dan, since selling their New Jersey farm in 2017. Together they have traveled to 47 countries and four continents aboard their 43-foot sailboat, Equus. Alison Gieschen shares her journey from growing up in upstate New York and moving to North Carolina, to becoming an avid sailor inspired by early family vacations in the U.S. Virgin Islands. She recounts her serendipitous meeting with her husband, Dan, a three-time national sailing champion and Merchant Marine, and their decision to sail around the world. Throughout the podcast, Alison details their blue water sailing adventures, including their unexpected but fortuitous stop at the Galapagos Islands and their many challenges at sea. She also touches upon her emotional struggles, such as overcoming PTSD from a severe storm during their early voyages, and the significant role that fate and mentorship played in her sailing journey. Alison reflects on her sustained love for horses, drawing parallels between her past in competitive horseback riding and her current life aboard Equus. Alison recounts memorable destinations like the Azores—where a chance walk to town leads to a singular encounter with a cheesemonger—and Ireland, where she and Dan ended up housesitting in a Downton Abbey recreation on Bantry Bay during COVID. Throughout her travels, she is continually surprised and thrilled at the kindness of strangers. Additionally, Alison discusses the environmental and humanitarian issues associated with Chinese fishing fleets, emphasizing the need for awareness and action regarding their harmful practices.
Places mentioned in this episode: Rhinebeck, NY Red Hook, NY Boston U.S. Virgin Islands New Jersey New Bern, NC Charlotte, NC Tahiti, French Polynesia Hiva Oa, Marquises, French Polynesia Azores Panama Galapagos Islands The Pacific Ocean The Atlantic Ocean Ireland Bantry Bay, Ireland St. Martin Bermuda
More about the Chinese fishing boats: Chinese fishing boats and forced labor, report from Al Jazeera English, Jun 20, 2024
Books by Alison include Riding the Waves of Reality, the nonfiction chronicle of their first four years of blue water sailing aboard Equus. Alison's other books can also be found on Amazon. These are not affiliate links, just so you know.
Connect with Alison and Dan: Instagram: @sailmates_on_equus Facebook: Alison Gieschen
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| Africa and Beyond with Veteran Journalist Barry Maughan | 27 Aug 2025 | 00:46:49 | |
In this episode of Moving Along, host Christi Cassidy interviews Barry Maughan, a former chief of English to Africa for the Voice of America and the author of Beneath the African Sun (Outback, 2025). Barry shares his memoir and travelogue of living in Ethiopia during the early 1970s and his extensive journey with his wife, Suzanne, from Egypt to South Africa in a VW Combi camper bus named Bridget. The discussion also delves into his nearly 25-year career in Washington, D.C., his childhood in Australia, and the serendipitous events that shaped his life and travels. They explore the power of serendipity, the importance of embracing opportunities, and the value of travel (especially for children) in broadening one's perspective. Barry reflects on his significant journalistic experiences, including covering the fall of Emperor Haile Selassie and the devastating famine in Ethiopia, and his heartfelt insights on race, class and the role of family in African cultures. The conversation further touches on the vital role of the Voice of America in Africa and his concerns about its recent dismantling. Bio Barry Maughan is a lifelong writer and was an international broadcaster and journalist for more than forty years. During that time, he plied his trade on four continents, including stops in Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and the United States. His major news coverages included the coup that overthrew Emperor Haile Selassie in September 1974, and the devastating drought and subsequent famine in Ethiopia’s northern province of Wollo. The last 24 years of his career were spent at the Voice of America in Washington, D.C., where he retired as chief of the English to Africa service. Since his retirement, Barry has kept busy writing about his extensive travels and life experiences. Find out more and contact Barry: https://barrymaughan.com
00:36 Introduction to Barry Maughan 01:46 Barry's Early Life and Love for Travel 08:07 The Serendipitous Meeting in Egypt 10:01 Exploring Egypt and Heading South 17:40 Life and Work in Ethiopia 23:35 Challenges and Adventures in Africa 28:35 Navigating Language Barriers in Ethiopia 28:56 The Petrol Station Dilemma 31:03 Travel Adventures in Kenya 32:43 Cultural Insights and Family Values in Africa 39:34 The Voice of America
CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| An Irish Farewell - Barbara Johnson | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:40:05 | |
Barbara Johnson is an acclaimed author who shares a personal journey back to Ireland that was sparked by the tragedy of her partner’s sudden death. Kathleen’s Irish ancestry led her to discover her own heritage, and many cousins who live still in the northwest of Ireland. Barbara recounts her experiences growing up in a military family, which fostered a love for travel and her emotional journey as she buried Kathleen's ashes in Ireland with her family. The episode dives into themes of loss, travel and the challenges and healing involved in relocations and transitions late in life, touching upon Barbara's thoughts about moving to Ireland and her reflections on writing. Barbara says, "Kathleen used to say her heart was in New York, her body in Maryland, but her soul was in Ireland." CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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| Ex-Pat in Ecuador Anna Bernstein | 25 May 2025 | 00:54:34 | |
Episode Highlights 00:00:03: Introduction to Christi Cassidy and Moving Along podcast, which focuses on travel, relocation and life transitions. 00:00:35: Christi welcomes Anna Bernstein, discussing her past with Mantra Public Relations and moving to Ecuador. 00:02:14: Anna thanks Christi for the introduction and mentions their use of audio for the podcast despite having a video connection. 00:02:17: Anna talks about her upbringing in Norman, Oklahoma, and the influence her parents' New York roots had on her. 00:03:19: She describes her early travels to New York and experiences while in college. 00:04:17: Discussion on how she ended up choosing the University of Kansas over schools in New York. 00:06:26: Anna shares her career shift from being a stockbroker in Kansas City to pursuing her passion for performing in New York. 00:07:44: Her journey to New York involved a detour to Italy, fulfilling her dream to be there. 00:08:22: Transitioning from a stockbroker to becoming a voice coach and founding Voice Success. 00:09:45: The birth of her teaching career in singing and exploration of brain function in voice. 00:14:04: Her success in accent reduction and subsequent focus on corporate training. 00:14:56: Discusses her career establishing a business in Seattle and working with major companies like Microsoft. 00:17:45: Details about her work and life in Seattle before moving to Mexico. 00:19:39: Decision to move to Mexico and experiences that followed. 00:22:24: Logistics of moving to Mexico discussed, including traveling with the car and a cat. 00:24:38: Learning Spanish and living in a small Mexican town. Experience in Mexican culture and affordability. 00:30:34: Her choice of exploring North Carolina when unsure about staying in Mexico. 00:32:59: Selling her house in Seattle facilitating further travels and transitions. 00:34:07: Addresses a lack of fear in moving and taking big life changes, viewing them as non-threatening endeavors. 00:41:15: Explores moving to Cuenca, Ecuador, due to financial concerns and safety considerations with the political climate in the USA. 00:49:41: Living comfortably on Social Security in Ecuador and the liberties afforded by financial stability abroad. 00:51:47: Recommends Ecuador as a favorable destination for retirees. 00:54:08: Closing remarks and encouragement to listen to Moving Along for more stories. Key Takeaways
Tweetable Quotes "It just never occurred to me to be afraid." — Anna Bernstein "Just don't be afraid. Just try things." — Anna Bernstein "Any excuse for a party, that's Latin America or South America." — Anna Bernstein "I know where I don't want to be, and right now it’s in the States." — Anna Bernstein "You can always buy furniture. You know, who cares?" — Anna Bernstein Resource for Those Wanting to Move Abroad
CREDITS Host and creator: Christi Cassidy Contact: christi@movingalongpodcast.com Artwork by Phyllis Busell Music by Eve’s Blue. Post-production help from Auphonic.com. Show notes written with assistance from Podium.page.
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