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Take a profound and distant journey. Call it Deep Travel, Immersive Travel, Slow Travel, or Vagabonding. Francis Tapon guides you to the intersection of travel, technology, and transformation. The podcast will compel you to go beyond your comfort zone. Occasionally, you‘ll also delve into the misunderstood world of cryptocurrencies.
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Experience the sights and sounds of different countries and cultures in a serial travel podcast each week from the comfort of your own home. Get inspired to give back and raise awareness of various social issues around the world while being entertained.
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United Planet Radio is a podcast where we chat with leaders, influencers and visionaries who spend time promoting United Planets goal of cross-cultural understanding. On our show, we have conversations which we believe work to connect others across the globe. In short, improving global knowledge through dialogue is the first step to generating a more united planet.
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Can travel be more than just a fun thing to do? Could it also provide some benefit and learning experiences later in life? I have always thought this and this is why I have relentlessly travelled the world and now have been to over 80 countries. I have always thought that I was planting the seeds of wisdom while in faraway lands. Through experiences with foreign people, cultures, concepts, and ways of doing things I learned much more than anything I could've done while at home. I interview a ...
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In this episode, I leave Providence and head to Connecticut where I Couchsurf my way through the city and make new friends at a CouchCrash. We tour the Mark Twain House & Museum and I take a drive with a former nomad, the local Margaret Webster. See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/187-couchsurfing-in-connecticut/…
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I share reflections on last night's Harris-Trump Debate in the first two minutes of this podcast. In the rest of the podcast, I review Yuval Noah Harari's newest book. Harari is one of my top three favorite authors. I also love Bill Bryson and Walter Isaacson. Therefore, I was thrilled that a few months ago, I got an advanced copy of Nexus: A Brief…
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In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, we’re diving into Baku, Azerbaijan – a city where ancient history meets ultra-modern architecture. Join me as I explore the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, uncover the mysteries of the Maiden Tower, and admire the futuristic Flame Towers that dominate the skyline. I’ll also give you insights into Azerbaij…
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Radio Vagabond Host Palle Bo shares the meaning of his name in various languages. We share what we've been doing since we last met in Thailand. Lastly, Palle shares why it's worth revisiting countries that gave you a negative impression the first time. Palle hosts the Radio Vagabond podcast! Subscribe to it! Enjoy other Palle Bo episodes! Feedback …
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In 2022, I delivered this speech at the inaugural Extraordinary Travel Festival in Yerevan, Armenia. Watch the Video to See the Slides! I was the only in-person speaker invited to speak again at the 2nd conference. Why? Because the audience rated this speech highly. Judge for yourself. Come to hear me deliver a new speech at the 2nd Extraordinary T…
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Discover Rwanda's captivating blend of nature and history. From solemn visits to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to thrilling hikes in the Thousand Hills, each moment is woven with cultural richness and natural beauty. See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/299-RWANDA/Von Palle bo
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Watch the 3-minute video of what it's like to feed and kiss elephants in Chiang Mai, Thailand. In mid-November 2024, hear me speak at the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok, Thailand! TIMELINE 00:00 Intro 00:23 Feeding bananas 01:15 Kissing 02:10 Hung More info To leave an anonymous voicemail that I could use on the podcast, go to SpeakPipe.c…
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I’ve been invited to go on a trip with around 40 content creators on this trip. There are some of the world’s best travel bloggers, YouTubers, Instagrammers, and then we’re two podcasters. See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/130-antigua/Von Palle Bo
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Join me on a journey through the picturesque countryside of Durham Region, northeast of Toronto. In this episode, we explore scenic drives that take us through rolling hills, farmland, and charming small towns. Hop aboard the Town Trolley as we visit Tindall Farm Market, follow the historic Leaskdale Loop, and visit beautiful spots like The Sunflow…
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHW-9M4Vrc4 Ric and I talked in Thailand about Thai hospitality, international marriages, and the November 2024 Extraordinary Travel Festival! In mid-November 2024, hear me speak at the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok, Thailand! TIMELINE 00:00 Why Ric lives in Thailand 01:17 Sincerity of Thai hospitality 04:…
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Palle Bo and I met in Toronto this week to discuss the global hot spots and the US election. We chat about Harris vs. Trump, Ukraine, Taiwan, and Gaza. Palle has been to Taiwan and recently went to Ukraine, near the front lines. As an outsider, he's bewildered by the US election. We recorded this a day before Harris picked her VP, Walz. Please subs…
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In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, I catch up with my good friend, Francis Tapon, in Toronto. Francis is an American author, world traveler, and podcaster known for his work with Wanderlearn. We dive into his incredible journeys, including visiting all 54 African countries without leaving the continent, climbing the highest peaks, and picking u…
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Every country has been colonized or occupied, including Thailand. However, Thailand is one of the handful of countries that did not get formally colonized for an extended period. Why? How? I answer that question in this 2-minute video. In mid-November 2024, hear me speak at the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok, Thailand! More info To leave …
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From the electrifying Maracanã Stadium to the hidden gems of Vidigal Favela, my Rio adventure was a whirlwind of football frenzy and favela flair. Join me in exploring Brazil's vibrant culture. See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/293-rio-de-janeiro/Von Palle Bo
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There was an error in the version of the podcast, I published a few hours ago – so listen to this instead.______ Join me as I discover the unique Danish-American community of Elk Horn, Iowa. I journey through the town's historic cemetery with local historian Warren Whatson, exploring Americanized Danish names. I also meet the charismatic Mayor Stan…
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In mid-November 2024, hear me speak at the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok, Thailand! Watch the video of this episode! For good reason, Thailand is called the Land of the Smiles: the Thais smile easily and often! It reminds me of Africans or Latin Americans. However, how sincere is that smile? As I wrapped up my Thailand tour, I reflected …
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Join me in this episode of The Radio Vagabond as I delve into the fascinating history of Elk Horn, Iowa, a small Midwestern town with a rich Danish heritage. Hear the story of Egon Simonsen, the last Danish immigrant in Elk Horn, and discover the serendipitous connection I found between my fictional tale and real history. We'll be back at the iconi…
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ERROR: At the start and end of this video, I say that the Carnival Magic amusement park is in BANGKOK. That's WRONG! It's in PHUKET, Thailand. I'm sorry for the error. There is no Carnival Magic in Bangkok. I should have known better since I filmed all the footage in this video! Phuket is a 12-hour drive or 75-minute flight from Bangkok. In mid-Nov…
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In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, I visit Sri Lanka and walk across rice fields down to a river where a “catamaran canoe” took me across, I then arrived at a small house with a grass roof. See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/142-sri-lanka/Von Palle Bo
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A few days ago, I published an episode about Elk Horn, and in that one I told a story about some Danish immigrants. Here I also had a song created by AI about their story. I played small bits of it in the episode, but a few of you have written to me, asking to hear the entire song. Well, of course. While I’m working on the next episode from Elk Hor…
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In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, join me as I take you on a whirlwind tour through the glittering wonderland of Las Vegas. From the sky-high adventure of the High Roller Observation Wheel to the sensory explosion of the Fremont Street Experience, we’ll explore the top seven must-see attractions that define the essence of Sin City. Whether you…
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If there was ever a podcast where you're better off seeing the video, this is it! It features lots of footage that I shot the first time I visited. In mid-November 2024, hear me speak at the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok, Thailand! Timeline 00:00 Intro 00:50 History 03:05 Temples 04:10 Islands 05:38 Snorkeling, SCUBA diving, & fish 07:15…
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My flight from Chicago touches down in Managua in the afternoon and after a 45-minute drive to Granada, I arrive at my next home. It’s a called Paraiso Granada. The next two and a half weeks I’m staying in a wonderful apartment here in the center of Granada. See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/080-nicaragua/…
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Welcome to Dane Country, the largest rural Danish settlement in the US. Join me as I explore Elk Horn, Iowa, and uncover the rich Danish heritage that still thrives today. From the historic Danish Windmill, originally built in 1848 and reassembled in Elk Horn, to the charming Bed and Breakfast run by Lynn and Trudy Juelsgaard, you'll discover how D…
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In this episode of The Radio Vagabond, join host Palle Bo as he takes you on a whirlwind tour through the iconic attractions of Barcelona, Spain. From the historic Montjuïc to the vibrant La Rambla, and from the football frenzy of Camp Nou to the artistic wonders of the Picasso Museum, Palle explores the rich tapestry of culture, history, and creat…
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To celebrate my 300th WanderLearn podcast episode, I'm sharing my most popular episode. If you like the nuanced way I tackle the controversial subject of hunting, be sure to go to the bottom of this page and follow the links to hear the other episodes I've done related to hunting. In 2018, Brittany Hosmer Longoria was swept up in a social media fir…
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This episode was recorded last week on a road trip I did in Kirgizstan with my good friend, Cynthia. We’ve done this before when we did another drive through Saudi Arabia. It’s basically about choosing between two travel related bucket list things – and a great way of getting to talk about travel. This time we’ve asked ChatGPT to give us the questi…
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