The Travel Wins

Diving into the realm of captivating narratives, today's podcast episode unveils an extraordinary guest whose journey transcends the boundaries of sports, entertainment, and motivation. Buckle up as we embark on an exhilarating conversation with none other than Pete Koch, a name that resonates with power, resilience, and multifaceted success. In the spotlight of this episode, we introduce you to P...

"Chasing Dreams in Las Vegas: A Musical Odyssey with Sandy Knights" In the enchanting city of Las Vegas, dreams are often woven into the very fabric of its neon-lit streets. In this captivating episode of The Travel Wins podcast, we delve into the remarkable journey of Sandy Knights, a California native who dared to chase her dreams in the city of lights. As the sultry notes of her voice echoed ac...

My guest today is Danny David. Danny is a proven marketing and branding expert in the sports and entertainment industry. He currently works with professional athletes. Danny’s vast experience in digital media and brand development is one of the reasons why I was so interested in speaking with him. He began working with talent on management and marketing when he was just 18 and the social media era...

"Navigating Life's Gridiron: Transitioning from NFL Glory to the Civilian World" In this riveting episode of The Travel Wins, I delve deep into the life and journey of an NFL star, Landon Turner. Known for his prowess on the football field, Landon has played for the New Orleans Saints and has now joined the Carolina Panthers for the 2019 season. But his journey started long before his NFL days; it...

Here is part 2 of my chat with division 1 college football coach Jake Zweig. We talk about his time traveling internationally while he was a Navy SEAL. He speaks about his time working on the television shows and I also ask Jake how he prepares his student/athletes to schedule their time while playing a sport at the highest level.  I am very thankful to Jake for sharing so much time with me and my...

Jake Zweig is my guest on today's podcast. Jake is man who has accomplished a tremendous amount in a short time and is just now hitting his prime. Jake attended the U.S. Naval Academy where he played football and wrestled. He graduated as a commissioned officer receiving his degree in computer science. He served for two years before reporting for Navy SEAL training where he was named the SEAL clas...

What can doctors do outside their medical profession? Dr. Nii Darko is a Board-certified General Surgeon who is pushing past the limits of the status quo. He hosts Docs Outside the Box, an Apple Podcasts Top 100 in Careers – where he highlights stories of doctors doing extraordinary things outside of medicine to inspire other doctors to think outside the box. Through his successful locum tenens bu...

What's business travel like for a football scout? Today’s podcast is with the western regional scout for the CFL Winnipeg Blue Bombers football team, John Bonaventura. John has worked in the football industry for over 30 years as a player, coach, scout and administrator. He has worked at the high school, collegiate and professional levels of football. In addition to coaching, John has 9 years of p...

What's involved in being a traveling masseuse? Today's podcast is with Audra Russell. Audra works as an Osteopathic Body worker massage therapist. Working and living in Northern California while having clients in Southern California allows her to travel every few weeks to see her clients. A professional woman working at her passion to help other peoples’ lives improve is a great way to make it thr...

"Empowering Resilience: Carey Portell's Inspirational Journey" In a gripping episode of "The Travel Wins" podcast, we sit down with the remarkable Carey Portell, a Missouri cattle rancher, and inspirational speaker, whose story will leave you both moved and inspired. Carey's journey is one of unwavering determination, resilience, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world. Four year...

How do I start a magazine based in the travel business? Today’s podcast is with Cristina Alcivar. Cristina is the founder of Vane Airport Magazine, a digital resource for airport travelers. Vane Airport Magazine is a complete resource guide providing information on air travel and varied information available at airports around the world. Cristina started Vane as a way to help airport travelers fin...

What type of job can I get after my college athletic career? Today's podcast is with Darci Smith. Darci was a college athlete playing soccer at South Carolina State. She now helps college athletes prepare for life after college as a career coach. College athletes compete at a high level for their schools but are sometimes unable to take heavy workloads or take on internship opportunities due to th...

Asia Hall, a young entrepreneur and visionary, is the brilliant mind behind Neon Cowboys, an innovative fashion enterprise specializing in luminous cowboy hats, holsters, earrings, footwear, and an array of other captivating products. With an impressive background in the fashion industry, Asia embarked on her entrepreneurial journey at a remarkably young age, establishing Neon Cowboys as a testame...

Can I travel for real estate investing? Scott Carson is my guest on today's podcast. Scott is the CEO of WeCloseNotes.com where he works as a real estate investor, entrepreneur and the host of The Notes Closer Show podcast. Scott grew his business traveling the states for three years looking to grow his network and provide training to other investors. For the past several years now Scott is averag...

How much traveling is involved working for the NFL? My guest on today's podcast is with Andrew Howard. Andrew is the Communications Manager at National Football League (NFL). He has worked for the NFL for the past 8 years moving his way up the ladder with dedication and hard work. Andrew travels as on-location NFL Network PR representative at Thursday Night Football games, Super Bowl, NFL Scouting...

What's life like living on a oil rig? On today’s The Travel Wins podcast is Bobby Dover. Bobby is an oil rig driller working in the Gulf of Mexico. Bobby has almost 20 years experience being an oil rig driller and he gives us a little insight to life on a semi-submersible oil rig 150 miles offshore. He has a 500 mile drive to Louisiana then takes an hour long helicopter flight to the rig. He works...

How do you get the last laugh? On today’s The Travel Wins podcast is Dennis Franks. Dennis is a retired NFL player, playing with the Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions, and now an author, business owner and motivational speaker. He recently co-authored his first book “The Last Laugh: Vision to Victory” with his friend and teammate Vince Papale. In addition to traveling for the release of the bo...

As a corporate traveler, what travel tips do you have? I was excited to get the chance to speak with Steve Frick on my latest “The Travel Wins” podcast. Steve has 18+ years of corporate travel for a trillion + dollar corporate company. His journeys are by air and road, racking up the miles and traveler point privileges. His experience traveling as youngster when his dad would be transferred as a s...

How can I be a vegan while touring the states? Kevin has been a professional musician for 30+ years. He spent time touring as the keyboardist for the 80’s band Missing Persons and more recently toured with the Pink Floyd Experience. He is continuing his playing as part of a dueling piano ensemble in Las Vegas playing to thousands of people each week. I was really happy getting the chance to speak...

How does a fireman stay fit? Chris Castellano is my guest on today's podcast. Chris is a travel fitness specialist, author of the book “Fit For Travel” and the founder of Fittest Travel. His book is available on his website www.fittesttravel.com or on Amazon. He spent years training himself and others in functional fitness, bodyweight training, calisthenics, and Crossfit. He started Fittest Travel...

"Dribbling Through Continents: Smush Parker's Extraordinary Basketball Journey from the NBA Courts to Global Arenas" In a riveting episode of our business travel podcast, I had the privilege of delving into the awe-inspiring journey of none other than Smush Parker. Renowned for his impressive NBA career and his remarkable exploits across international basketball circuits, Smush Parker takes us on...

"Enchanting Globetrotting Magic: Unveiling the Mystique of Adam Trent" Embark on an enchanting journey with the extraordinary Adam Trent, a world-traveling magician whose captivating performances have left audiences spellbound across the globe. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing tales of a magician who has graced the grand stages of Broadway as part of The Illusionists, weaving a tapestry of magi...

William Lee Martin is a seasoned comedian whose illustrious career spans over two decades, captivating audiences in comedy clubs, theaters, and even on cruise ships. Renowned for his exceptional talent, he had the privilege of touring alongside country music icons such as George Strait and George Jones, as well as all four members of the legendary Blue Collar Comedy tour. In addition to his live p...

How do I work in MMA without being a fighter? Mike Afromowitz is the Senior Vice President of Communications and Operations for Combate Americas. Combate Americas is a Hispanic mixed martial arts (MMA) sports franchise and media company. The franchise includes reality TV programming, live events and mobile content. In the US, it can be seen on Univision and Univision Deportes; in Mexico on Azteca7...

How can I travel the world while playing beach volleyball? My guest today is Karissa Cook. Karissa talks about her travels around the world as a professional beach volleyball player and coach. After a stellar college career at Stanford (graduate in engineering) and Hawaii (masters in engineering), she has made the successful leap into a professional beach volleyball career. Enjoy listening to trav...