Travel N Sh!t Podcast

I’m taking a break! More like a pause I’ll be home recovering from fibroid surgery in august and I really want to give myself the opportunity to rest. over the next 8 episodes, i’m going to be re-introducing you guys to some of my favorite episodes, and including yours. I’ll be back on October 10th (10/10!!) with Episode 300, with a fresh and new episode in celebration of 6 years of Travel N Sh!t!...

I see a travel conversation in everything. Why shouldn’t you take the ride, down my rabbit holes, with me? I’m dCarrie and every Thursday I host an episode of Travel N Shit Podcast, where I delve into life’s curiosities through a travel lens. Travel N Shit is for the open minded dreamers, of the travel group. For the travelers who connect with new environments, through as many senses as possible....

Nostalgia and influence play a part in shaping our views on many things. This week, I chat about what I was type of content I was consuming in the 90's/early 00's that lead to my views on travel as an adult. I also discuss how realizing the shift in my views on travel has inspired me to change the views on other aspects of life. Join me on the ride. Content Referenced: What Was Life Like For Black...

With the heatwave we’ve been experiencing in NY (and all over the world, honestly) and the election looming, global warming and climate change has been front of mind. Back in 2019, I recorded a really great episode (pats back) about the topic that still hits the mark. Dive in, stay cool and enjoy. I’ve put together an itinerary pack that includes five different weekend friendly roadtrips hours fro...

Have you considered how many ways there are for things to go wrong on a vacation? Unfortunately, bad things happen and there's nothing we can do to prepare. Two of my favorite podcasts to listen to, Crime Junkie and Park Predators often highlight the stories of the murdered and missing. This week I'm discussing three episodes of these shows where someone has been murdered, met their demise, or gon...

Have ya'll gotten used to my Netflix rabbit holes yet? I thought I was going to watch a bit of reality TV from different countries, and was totally caught up with one Brazilian show in particular, Stranded with My Mother-In-Law. Ya'll it was SO damn good. From the way the game was structured, how the interpersonal relationships play out, to the way the challenges were structured, I was pleasantly...

How broad is your view on travel? Is it restricted to vacations from work? Beaches and excursions? Free time and new food? This week I discussed travel through the prison system. My guest Lexx9eleven went from 8 months in Rikers to 8 years of Fed time. During his 8 years (96 months) Lexx was housed in different facilities across the country, encountered different types of inmates, co’s and living...

How far can a dream take you? I had the utmost pleasure of being joined again by episode 77 guest Pelumi Nubi! Our good sis drove solo from London, UK to Lagos, Nigeria - over 6,000 miles (!!!) across 16 different countries, in 74 days! From the practical points of planning and documenting her journey to how this journey changed her as a creative, we dive into the tangibles and intangibles. We tal...

This was a rabbit hole I didn’t know I needed! For this week’s “Weird Things About Places I’ve Been” episode, I highlighted Tangier, VA. It’s a town on Tangier Island with ~435 occupants; many of whom are believed to be descendants of the area’s earliest 18th century settlers. The Island has a history of being a safe haven for escaped enslaved people to find freedom and may have a significant impa...

Did you know the EU bans over 1,300 chemicals from use in cosmetics, but the the US only bans around 10? There's nuance to this, and I've given it quite a bit of thought and a sprinkle of googles. This week is about the impact that international regulation differences have on skincare products. I dive into personal accountability, informed consumer choices and where we choose to turn our attention...

Reposting one of my favorite Travel N Sh!t episodes after seeing one of my favorite stories live!! The Wiz on Broadway was FANTASTIC! I legit cried at every song (not even exaggerating. Tears) and Avery Wilson as the scarecrow BLEW ME AWAY!! Get into this past episode (sorry YT, I was 4 episodes away from video recording at this time lol so there is no video for the core of the episode, but this i...

Whether you’re an expat or digital nomad looking for coverage during your time abroad, or a tourist looking for protection on your next adventure, this insurance conversation is for you! I discuss with Enelin the basics of how to decide on purchasing a policy, the types of coverage options (we even touch on fertility, pregnancy and delivery options that travel insurance may assist with) and how Sa...

I had the most wonderful conversation with Shadonis about astrocartography and how this subset of astrology can help us understand how a particular destination will affect us. We discuss how astrocartography can be used to make decisions about travel destinations and understanding how different locations activate different parts of an individual's chart.  I’ve put together an itinerary pack t...

I was joined by Associate Professor of Africana Studies at Barnard College of Columbia University and the co-founder of  The Wandering Scholar , Dr. Tamara Walker. An expert on the history of African American expats and author of Beyond the Shores , we had an incredible discussion on some of history’s notable expats, comparing their decisions to leave the US to those of expats of our current...

This week I was joined by Kimone, the owner and founder of 84Gem, a handmade jewelry brand based in Brooklyn, New York! This was such a fun covo about what we're doing right and wrong with our jewelry, how travel inspires her designs and where in the world she's found some of her fave pieces. Try the episode on ;) Discount code: "TRAVELNSH!T" (20% off $50+) at 84gem.com ! I’ve put together an itin...

This week I had the pleasure of chatting about the differences in long and short travel with Nausheen Farishta of Globe Gazers! As a fellow “late bloomer” into solo travel, Nausheen and I shared so much in common while still having vastly different experiences. She tells me about her family’s early resistance to her exploring on her own and the complex ways she found her way through to herself. Di...

This week I’m joined by finance coach Kara Stevens of The Frugal Feminista! We discus how she changed her relationship with money, got out of debt and moved her family to Ghana. Tune in! Grab your FREE Excerpt of Heal Your Relationship with Money: https://www.thefrugalfeminista.com/community/ Guest: Kara Stevens https://www.thefrugalfeminista.com https://www.instagram.com/frugalfeminista Host:&nbs...

Whew! Won’t our Queen do it!!! Another beautifully executed album from THE Beyoncé! Her reminding the world of the rich Black history in the country genre, has inspired this weeks episode! I did a bit of digging and found numerous reclaimed spaces in my own hometown city. Tune in and be inspired with me. And yes, I review the album at the end lol. I’ve put together an itinerary pack that includes...

This episode I dive into how I’ve seen my travels reflected in my home decor choices! Go figure! I recently redecorated my apartment and I can look at new pieces of furniture, and see glimmers of trips I’ve taken with my partner in the last few years. I also get into the things about home I see reflected in my travel decisions. The two worlds collide in some of the most curious ways. Get into it!...

I had the pleasure of being joined by Lynette of Tugende Afrique to explore the beauty of East Africa. Highlighting Uganda, Lynette has also worked in Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana. We talk safaris, food and culinary tourism in Uganda, the nightlife and music scene, cultural experiences, supporting women and local businesses throughout, and the rich differences in what to expect in the r...

Come ooooooon down!!! Did you know many of the game shows we know and love in the states are remakes of shows from overseas? Do you consider a show like Big Brother or The Amazing Race a game show or reality show? What is the world's most popular game show? And where are the children's programs? Dive in for a fun look at some of these global stats and some of my favorite game show memories. I’ve p...

This was a really fun dive into some of the most obscure and unique sports around the world. From low skill asks like throwing yourself down a hill (cheese rolling) or making the funniest face (gurning) to acrobatic feats like unicycle polo, kabaddi and sepak takraw, the world if full of amazing ways to bust ass and earn points. Let's dive in. I’ve put together an itinerary pack that includes five...

This week I sit down with travel agent Veranda Adkins and discuss the pros and cons of using an agent, how to choose one and some tips for anyone considering the career for themselves. I’ve put together an itinerary pack that includes five different weekend friendly roadtrips hours from NYC. Take the stress of planning and packing off the table and focus on the road.  https://travelnshitpodca...

This week I’m joined by Jasmine Noir to discuss how dance has taken her around the world as a student. We dive into how a recent trip to West Africa gave her a unique bonding experience with her daughter, traveling with children as non custodial parents, and how her role as a new mom has changed how she moves. I’ve put together an itinerary pack that includes five different weekend friendly roadtr...

This week I get into the overlap of slowing down in this era of my life and the places I’ve been that forced me to slow down and adapt. I’ve put together an itinerary pack that includes five different weekend friendly roadtrips hours from NYC. Take the stress of planning and packing off the table and focus on the road. https://travelnshitpodcast.com/travel-resources/roadtrip/ Never miss a Travel N...