A Thousand Miles Podcast

Travel can be thrilling — and exhausting — for brains that don’t operate “by the book.” Today, we explore ADHD and how it intersects with travel. In this episode you’ll hear: Our individual experiences with ADHD: how we were diagnosed, what it means to us, how it shows up in travel Why we’re talking about ADHD and travel: There’s not a lot of research out there on how ADHD intersects with travel,...

Sports might be the fastest way to understand a culture — and we’re diving into exactly why. In this episode you’ll hear: How Maddie’s Winter Olympics recap sparked a deeper conversation about culture and identity Why Nikki’s half marathon in Paris revealed more about French culture than a museum ever could Tyler’s experiences competing in the Island Games and attending sporting events abroad How...

January Travel Talks is all about connection, conversation, and community. In this episode: Podcast updates + new 2026 format Where in the world are we right now NEW game: Trust Me, I’ve Been! (Norway edition 🇳🇴) Best places we visited in 2025 Travel plans for 2026 Spicy travel hot takes we had to debate Don’t forget to head to Instagram and vote in our Trust Me highlight! 🔗 LINKS: Hang out with...

In this January Deep Talks episode, we reflect on the year that was and look ahead to what we want from the year to come. In this episode: Podcast updates + what to expect in 2026 Highlights and low points from 2026 Our thoughts on New Year’s resolutions Who we want to be by the end of 2026 How travel, growth, and life transitions are shaping us This episode is an invitation to reflect alongside u...

New here or ready to relive the chaos? This Best Bits episode breaks down the must-listen moments from our first 13 episodes of A Thousand Miles Podcast. In this episode you’ll hear: How we introduced ourselves in Episode 1 — by giving bios of each other (and roasting along the way) The wild story of how Maddie, Nikki, and Tyler met while living across the world Hilarious and heartfelt advice from...

Turning 30 is a milestone and Tyler reflects on the 20s, shares birthday celebrations, and explores dreams for the next decade. In this episode you’ll hear: Highlights, challenges, and proudest moments from Tyler’s 20s Rapid-fire Q&A about travel, fashion eras, books, and unforgettable memories Reflections on entering the 30s: dreams, goals, and personal growth Advice from Maddie and Nikki for...

Life moves fast — this Emergency Catch-Up brings you all the travel chaos, crashes, and behind-the-scenes adventures you need to hear. In this episode you’ll hear: Nikki’s recap: two group trips, life in Vietnam, her shocking crash-out, full body rash, and recovery. Maddie’s whirlwind three-week journey across six European countries, Christmas market highlights, her first cruise partnership, and t...

The holidays are here — and we’re talking family, travel, traditions, and navigating it all while living a global life. In this episode you’ll hear: Favorite holiday traditions and hot takes from Nikki, Maddie, and Tyler How we manage holiday travel and make the most of limited PTO Navigating family expectations and pressure while pursuing a travel lifestyle Balancing friendships and family during...

Celebrating Episode 10 with our Global Besties — we answer your funniest, wildest, and most practical travel questions! In this episode you’ll hear: Airport must-haves, routines, and go-to meals/snacks Travel mishaps, “how I could have died” moments, and lessons learned Surprising destinations — the good, the bad, and the unforgettable Tips for prepping for culturally different or higher-risk dest...

Friendship is complicated — we share the ups, downs, and lessons learned from building adult and long-distance friendships. In this episode you’ll hear: Catch-up on Tyler’s wedding shoot, Nikki in Albania, and Maddie’s life on the farm in Kauai. How we navigate making friends as adults vs. kids. The difference between friends of convenience and friends of choice. Balancing family relationships wit...

From first dates to dealbreakers — we answer rapid-fire dating questions and share what love looks like on the road. In this episode you’ll hear: Updates from Nikki, Tyler, and Maddie on life, travel, and health First date preferences, worst/best ways of meeting someone, and dating dealbreakers Green flags, red flags, and ideal first date activities Love languages, romantic cities, and thoughts on...

Trigger Warning: Contains discussions about body image, self-esteem, and personal struggles. Living life online comes with unique pressures — we share an honest conversation about body image, self-perception, and finding confidence in the digital age. In this episode you’ll hear: How social media has shaped our view of beauty and body image How travel has influenced the way we see ourselves Strate...

From Guernsey to the globe — Tyler shares her journey of building The Infrequent Flyers and finding courage through creativity. In this episode you’ll hear: ✈️ How her passion for travel and storytelling sparked a platform with purpose 💬 How moving to the opposite side of the world taught her the importance of capturing the moment 🌱 How a parent's cancer diagnosis prompted her to be brave and pu...

From art school skeptic to full-time travel creator — Nikki shares how she found her artistic voice behind and in front of the camera. In this episode you’ll hear: Nikki’s journey from South Dakota to New York — and beyond — as a photographer and creator How her perspective on influencers evolved after art school The creative freedom (and chaos) of life as a digital nomad What photography has taug...

Turning grief into purpose — Maddie opens up about the journey that inspired The Travel Mentors. In this episode you’ll hear: The emotional story of losing Maddie’s sister-in-law Emily and how it shaped her perspective on life and passion The highs, lows, and biggest lessons from building a travel content business Advice Maddie would give to anyone nervous to pursue their dream Honest reflections...

Travel, chaos, and redefining home — this episode dives into the hilarious and freeing reality of life on the road. In this episode you’ll hear: Tyler’s story of the trip that sparked her love of travel and how it changed her idea of “home” Maddie’s journey from stability to full-time adventure and the running joke about always feeling half-nomadic Nikki’s perspective on living nomadically, the fu...

October marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Tyler opens up about how Breast Cancer has affected her family and how she has become an advocate for Breast Cancer Awareness. In this episode you will hear Tyler’s experience finding a tumour Tracy’s (Tyler’s mum) cancer diagnosis & treatment process Practical advice about who, what, when, where, why and how you should be checking you...

Love, travel, and DTRs — we’re sharing it all in Episode 2 of A Thousand Miles Podcast. In this episode you’ll hear: Tyler’s story of her surprise wedding Maddie’s experience meeting Patrick young and getting married in college Nikki’s adventures dating around the world and navigating romance on the road A group discussion on how travel impacts relationships — testing patience, building trust, and...

From Instagram DMs to real-life besties — this episode is the story of how A Thousand Miles began.  In this episode you’ll hear: The story of how we connected online and became friends Our first impressions of each other (and which ones were totally wrong 👀) Why our friendship works even though we’re from different worlds and usually on different continents The Italian Riviera trip that sparked t...

Welcome to A Thousand Miles Podcast ✨ — a new podcast about friendship, travel, and navigating life in our 30s. Hosted by three unlikely friends from around the world, we dive into everything from dating and navigating relationships, to chasing dreams, embracing girlhood, and building community along the way. Whether we’re sharing travel stories, talking about the ups and downs of adulthood, or j...