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Raising a Child with Hearing LossEpisode 29: KT Maviglia-Morgan… Miss Michigan 2014 and Founder of the KT Maviglia Fund For Hearing. Listen as KT shares her personal story of hearing loss, and her advocacy work to make sure that MichEpisode 29: KT Maviglia-Morgan… Miss Michigan 2014 and Founder of the KT Maviglia Fund For Hearing. Listen as KT shares her personal story of hearing loss, and her advocacy work to make sure that Michigan kids who are deaf/hard of hearing get access to needed hearing technology.
To connect more with KT you can find her at:
https://ktmaviglia.com/
IG: @ktmaviglia_
FB: https://www.facebook.com/ktmariemaviglia
https://www.facebook.com/TheKTMavigliaFundForHearing/
More information about the Michigan Senate Bill 1184 http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2022-SB-1184
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On Arrival TravelAward-Winning Personalized Travel Guides are Here!It’s here! We have finally launched On Arrival, an award-winning website app that offers personalized travel guides tailored to each individual user and trip.We have traveled to dozens of cities and always found it difficult to find the best things to do in the cities we visited. We know this is a problem that many travelers struggle with. Next time you travel, instead of spending 5-10 hours researching your destination, spend just 5-10 minutes with On Arrival and get everything you need for an amazing trip.Every personalized travel guide comes wi...2022-04-2615 min
On Arrival TravelCalifornia, On Arrival - 6 Stops That Make the Perfect California Road TripHave you dreamt of driving the iconic Highway 1 up the California Coast? We share what it's like driving the scenic Pacific Coast Highway through some of the most beautiful cities in the world. On today's episode, we share the highlights of our once-in-a-lifetime road trip (seriously we're flying next time!) and thoughts on all of our stops: San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Carmel-By-The-Sea & Monterey, San Francisco, and Napa. This is absolutely an episode you cannot miss! Today on On Arrival: Our favorite restaurants to grab a bite in all of CaliforniaSome of our favorite sights to...2021-10-0546 min
On Arrival TravelAn Olympic Anomaly: Moe Wagner from the Orlando Magic and German National Team shares his Tokyo Olympic experienceOur listeners are most likely already familiar with the life of a traveling athlete, and today we broaden this picture as we welcome NBA player and German national team member Moe Wagner to the podcast! Moe has a fascinating and unique story, having been born in Berlin, moving to the US for college, and building a promising career after graduating college. Our conversation today concludes with the amazing story of his trip to the 2020 Olympics with the German national team, and what it was like being in Tokyo at this unusual time. During this episode, listeners can expect to...2021-09-2840 min
On Arrival TravelAn Unforgettable Expedition - Why Cruises with National Geographic & Linblad are a Unique Way to See the World with Victor OttoboniToday’s guest is a Deck Officer in the United States Merchant Marines and a Lieutenant in the US Navy Reserves. During his time at sea, he has traveled to six continents and circumnavigated the globe. Most recently, you can find him sailing for Lindblad Expeditions in Alaska. Please join us in welcoming Victor Ottoboni! From Antarctica to Alaska, National Geographic’s expedition cruises, operated through their alliance with Lindblad Expeditions, have taken Victor to some of the most remote and pristine places on the planet. Tune in today to learn more about these unforgettable expeditions! ...2021-09-2131 min
On Arrival TravelAustin, On Arrival: 5 Reasons You Must Visit Austin, Texas NowWe just got back from Austin, Texas and wanted to share our top 5 reasons why you must visit while the details of our trip are fresh in our minds. Without a doubt, one of our favorite trips to date! Today on On Arrival: Where to stay What to seeWhat to do What to eatWhat to drink Be sure to order KT's favorite drink the Sea & Salt from Here Nor There!If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. If you know someone who you think would enjoy this...2021-09-1437 minOn Arrival TravelLet's Talk Travel: September 10, 2021 - Australia to Resume International Travel & Southwest Airlines' Big GiveawayToday on On Arrival: Traveler question: Travel Recommendations for Fall 2021 Part 2, International EditionAustralia to open border for foreign travel?The big difference between the Pfizer and Moderna vaccinesMaui moves to require vaccines for diningSouthwest's BIG giveaway this weekIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. If you know someone who you think would enjoy this episode, please share it with them!Follow @onarrivaltravel on Instagram, Facebook, & TwitterDo you have a burning travel question? Visit www.onarrival.com to submit your question for KT & Jordan to a...2021-09-1013 min
On Arrival TravelSemester(s) Abroad: How to Visit 70 Countries Before Graduating College with Caitlyn LubasToday’s guest has been to all seven continents, visited well over 70 countries, landed a dream job at Instagram, then quit, and is now a travel entrepreneur and a digital nomad. More impressively, she did it all before she turned 23! Please join us in welcoming Gen Z travel entrepreneur and the author of You Are Where You Go: A Traveler’s Coming of Age Story, Caitlyn Lubas. In this episode, Caitlyn shares what traveling has taught her about empathy and how it has helped her gain confidence. She also has some amazing practical advice for students who are looking to t...2021-09-0743 minOn Arrival TravelLet's Talk Travel: September 3, 2021 - Europe No Longer Welcoming US Citizens and Hawaii Limiting TourismToday on On Arrival: Traveler question: Travel Recommendations for Fall 2021? Michigan (of course!) and a couple others...The European Union removes the United States from its safe visitor list and how it may affect your travelsHawaii implementing strategies to reduce tourism moving forwardThe newest travel trend: trip stackingA whole raw chicken in your checked bag? But why?! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. If you know someone who you think would enjoy this episode, please share it with them!Follow @onarrivaltravel on Instagram, Facebook, & TwitterDo...2021-09-0319 min
On Arrival TravelWellness Travel: Health, Well-Being, & Cultural Appreciation with Linden Schaffer, Best-Selling Author & Founder of PravassaNot so long ago the idea of a wellness travel company was quite foreign to most people. That did not stop today's guest from forging a path for herself, and opening up a market for others to follow in her wake. Linden Schaffer is the Founder of Pravassa and Wander Home, as well as the author of Living Well on the Road, and today we get to talk to her about her many adventures, what motivated her to start her companies and why she is so dedicated to healthier practices while exploring the world. Linden is a yoga and...2021-08-3147 minOn Arrival TravelLet's Talk Travel: August 27, 2021 - Venice's Love/Hate Relationship with Tourists and Marriott's Shocking Vacation DealToday on On Arrival: Traveler question: How do I prioritize my travel bucket list?Pfizer vaccine the first to get FDA approvalVenice battling overtourism with turnstiles, entry fees, & even armed guards (We suggest going in the fall)Delta Airlines test technology to allow proof of vaccination digitallyOpenTable partners with Clear to prove vaccination status for indoor diningCDC upgrades 6 countries to a Level 4 Travel Advisory due to COVID outbreaksVulnerable tourists advised by CDC to avoid cruisesCruise ships move quickly to mandate vaccinationsMarriott's celebratory (and absurd) vacation packageLink: CDC adds 6 countries to list of Level 4 AdvisoryI...2021-08-2714 min
On Arrival TravelEverything Everywhere: Through the Lens of Gary Arndt, Travel Journalism PioneerFew people can claim to have been in the travel blogging world as long as Gary Arndt. Today we are lucky enough to be joined by Gary to hear all about his amazing adventures, unlikely career path, and what has kept him excited and engaged with his work for the last three decades. It is hard to know where to start with someone who has done so much and gone to so many places! Gary gives us a couple of select glimpses of some of the amazing sights he has seen and cultures he has connected with. He also...2021-08-2449 minOn Arrival TravelLet's Talk Travel: August 20, 2021 - Delta Variant's Affects On World Travel & Our Choice for World's Best All-Around CityToday on On Arrival: Traveler questions: World's best city and a question from Jordan!Martinique asks tourists to go home immediatelyBooster shots to be required to travel?Canada mandates vaccines for air, rail, and cruise travelUSA to require masks for plane, train, and bus travel until 2022Finnair becomes next European airline to ban cloth masksTourists in Hawaii arrested for forging vaccine cardsSan Francisco and New Orleans now mandating vaccines for indoor diningOur prayers go out to travel blogger Kaitlyn McCaffrey who is in a coma in Bali and separated from her familyIf you enjoyed this episode, s...2021-08-2018 min
On Arrival TravelTop Travel Apps for 2021 - On Arrival PicksIn 2021, much of the world has begun to venture out again! Having the right apps on your smartphone can make or break your next trip. This week, we are sharing some of our favorite travel apps we use frequently, as well as some new ones we are looking forward to using on our next getaway!Today on On Arrival: We give you our picks for the top travel apps you have to have in 2021 for the following categories:FlightsHotelsAirportCurrency ConvertersRideshare and TaxisNavigationTranslatorsVirtual Private Network (VPN)RestaurantsThe undeniable must-have appIf you enjoyed this e...2021-08-1726 minOn Arrival TravelLet's Talk Travel: August 13, 2021 - Our Upcoming Travel Plans, Travel Agent Recommendations and the Latest Travel NewsToday on On Arrival: Traveler questions: Our upcoming travel plans and how to find a good international travel agentUnited Airlines among many companies now requiring vaccines for employeesBorder closures on the horizon?Canada opens to American visitors!After 8 years, Singapore is dethroned as world's best airport. See who took this year's top spotIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. If you know someone who you think would enjoy this episode, please share it with them!Follow @onarrivaltravel on Instagram, Facebook, & TwitterDo you have a...2021-08-1307 min
On Arrival TravelSolo Female Travel: Take the Leap and Book Your One-Way Ticket Today with Nora KattermanSolo travel as a woman can be challenging and a little daunting, but today's guest is such a great example of how you can be brave and smart about it, and have wonderful adventures abroad. We host Nora Katterman, who has spent the last few years on the road, in South America, Europe, Southeast Asia, and most recently has been grounded in Australia during the pandemic. After some time traveling alone, she met her partner, and we get to hear her comparisons of these two styles of visiting new places. She also talks about her passion for slow travel...2021-08-1045 minOn Arrival TravelLet's Talk Travel: August 6, 2021 - Drunken Nights, Nightlife Recommendations, and Latest Travel NewsToday on On Arrival: Traveler questions dealing with our drunk nights abroad and favorite night life experiences in cities around the world The flight delay dilemma of Spirit Airlines Vaccination proof & mask mandates on the horizon Lufthansa's new 'Sleeper's Row' perkGoogle's launches local attraction tickets around the world Links from this episode: How to prove you're vaccinated If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. If you know someone who you think would enjoy this episode, please share it with them!Follow @onarrivaltravel on Instagram, Faceb...2021-08-0611 min
On Arrival TravelThe Real Van Life: Daniel Norris of the Milwaukee Brewers Talks About His Off-Seasons Filled with Remote Breakdowns & Plenty of SurfingToday we are lucky to have an amazing and unusual guest on the show! Daniel Norris is a professional baseball player, recently traded to the Milwaukee Brewers from the Detroit Tigers, and through this long and successful career as a player has managed to fit in some one-of-a-kind travel adventures in an old van with his surfboard! It was this exciting side to his life that made us eager to have Daniel on the show. We get to hear all about his trips, his minimalist philosophy, and how he has balanced the different parts of his life. Daniel started...2021-08-0345 min
On Arrival TravelTake Walks: A Love for Rome & Travel Inspired Stephen Oddo to Start Walks, One of The World’s Most Unique Tour AgenciesToday's guest is Stephen Oddo, the founder of Walks, and he joins us to talk about how he started his exclusive tour company and the exciting services they offer. Walks is one of the biggest independent tour companies in the world, focusing on unique and intimate experiences in what is now 14 cities around the globe and counting. Before hearing from Stephen, we kick the show off as usual with some listener questions and travel news, getting into tips for travelers with canceled flights, experiences with foreign food, and the effects that the Delta variant of COVID is having on...2021-07-2751 min
On Arrival TravelGap Year(s): From Backpacking to Digital Nomads with Amanda & Ryan of The World WanderersFor those lucky enough to find a way to travel during a gap year, before entering into the normal pattern of sedentary life and a job, the taste of the sights and adventure can be addictive. Our guests on today's show are Amanda and Ryan, hosts of The World Wanderers podcast, and full-time digital nomads with a passion for exploring the unknown. Their podcast and blog focus on travel as a lifestyle as well as amazing destinations and what it means to live a digitally nomadic life in today's climate. Amanda and Ryan started traveling together in 2011 and have...2021-07-201h 03
On Arrival TravelAruba, On Arrival: How to Get There, Where to Stay, What To Do, What to Eat, & Helpful Tips!We just got back from Aruba so all of the details of our trip are fresh in our minds. We are here to answer the 5 biggest questions that you might have before visiting Aruba!Today on On Arrival:How do I get there?Where do I stay?What do I do?Where should I eat?Helpful tips! Find out more about Aruba by visiting at visitaruba.comIf you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. If you know someone who you think would enjoy this episode, please s...2021-07-1348 min
On Arrival TravelSetting the Bar: Law School in Madrid, Spain with Joe KozaJoe Koza is on the show today to share his wide range of experiences around the world from teaching in a United Nations Program in Chile to law school in Spain. He truly might be the world's most interesting man, enjoy! Today on On Arrival: Why he travels for the people more than everything else A story you have to hear to believe: random Georgian Instagram followers turned friends, an impromptu flight to Tbilisi, and a week full of wine-filled Georgian feastsHis favorite apps he uses to find deals on lodging and flights A cras...2021-07-0653 min
On Arrival TravelSlovenia, On Arrival: Where To Go, What To Do, and Especially, What To Eat with Gregor FödranspergWe discuss all things Slovenia with our Slovenian expert Gregor Födransperg. Gregor is the owner of Slovenia Explorer, a tour operator that specializes in small group tours and experiences throughout Slovenia.Today on On Arrival:Must see attractionsHidden gemsThings to doWhat to seeBest time to visitGetting aroundBest things to eat & drinkHere's our list of favorite restaurants in Ljubljana:RobbaPop's BurgersCacaoFind out more about Gregor Födransperg and Slovenia ExplorerFollow Slovenia Explorer on Instagram and FacebookFind more about Slovenia's best kept secrets at Slovenia Incognita...2021-06-2949 min
StartupNation Radio4 Entrepreneurs Share How Passion Led Them to Travel Business on StartupNation RadioOn today's travel-themed episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff talks to KT Maviglia-Morgan and Jordan Morgan of On Arrival - The Traveler’s Podcast, Sally Bunnell of NaviSavi and Andrea Schubiner of Wanderful Journeys.Morgan is an American-born Slovenian professional basketball player who played college basketball at the University of Michigan. Maviglia-Morgan was crowned Miss Michigan in 2014 and is the founder of The KT Maviglia Fund, which helps Michigan residents with hearing loss. Together, the duo host On Arrival, a travel-based podcast.During the interview, Morgan and Maviglia-Morgan discuss:How Morgan balances being a professional at...2021-06-2636 min
On Arrival TravelAfrica's Model Nation: Rwanda's Impressive Healthcare, Perfect Climate, and Selfless Culture with Colin McWatters & Grace GateraWe talk to two friends who met while living and working in Rwanda. We discuss what Rwanda has to offer visitors and how the country is making a statement when it comes to equality and women's empowerment. Today on On Arrival:Colin's study abroad trip many years ago that gave him the confidence and clarity to move to RwandaGrace's experience seeing the pride sites in New York and how that empowered her on her journey of acceptance as a gay womanColin discussed his approach to travel and how it has helped him take advantage of more t...2021-06-221h 03
On Arrival Travel"Where Can I Travel Right Now?" - June 2021 Travel Check-InThis is the June 2021 Travel Check In. KT & Jordan give a breakdown on the state of travel at this stage of the COVID-19 pandemic and go region by region to give you an overview of the best places to go right now that don't require quarantine! Today on On Arrival:We discuss the state of travel by region:North America Central America/CaribbeanSouth AmericaEuropeMiddle EastAfricaAsia PacificResources to plan your vacation in 2021:List of all countries open to US citizens:https://www.nytimes.com/article/coronavirus-travel-restrictions.htmlList of...2021-06-1525 min
On Arrival TravelWhen in Rome: Life & Travels from Vatican City with Fr. Zach MabeeWe catch up with Fr. Zach Mabee who spent five years in Rome, Italy studying at the Pontifical North American College. Jordan and I met him there our first year abroad! We learn more about what his travels taught him as well as some of his most memorable stops along the way.Today on On Arrival: His early life and how it inspired him to not only adopt the Catholic faith, but to become a priestHow he connected with us and even our family in Vatican CityWhat life was like when he enrolled and arrived at t...2021-06-0852 min
On Arrival Travel8 Years in Israel: Nightlife, Wine Country, and Rocket Barrages with Stu DouglassStu Douglass spent 8 years in Israel and in the last few weeks he journeyed back to the United States in the middle of the controversy. We hear about his experience as well as the highlights of living and playing basketball professionally there as an American-Israeli player as well as Spain! Today on On Arrival: Adjusting to the slower pace was of life in Pamplona, SpainThe process of gaining Israeli dual-citizenship through his jewish heritageHis absolute favorite places to go and things to do in Israel Escaping the latest unrest in Israel to fly back to the Uni...2021-06-0138 min
On Arrival TravelSetting Sail from Singapore: "Cruises to Nowhere" with Samantha ElliottWe join Samantha on her Cruise to Nowhere aka the Quantum of the Seas cruise ship in Singapore. Sam has been dancing professionally with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line for the past seven years! Today we will learn more about her stops along the way! Today on On Arrival: What is was like to be on a cruise ship in Asia during the COVID-19 outbreak The excitement of returning to work on her favorite cruise ship in 2021What needs to happen before cruise travel returns to normalLiving on a cruise ship as a performer (Hint: the performers are n...2021-06-0138 min
On Arrival Travel"Cruises to Nowhere" with Samantha ElliottWe join Samantha on her Cruise to Nowhere aka the Quantum of the Seas cruise ship in Singapore. Sam has been dancing professionally with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line for the past seven years! Today we will learn more about her stops along the way! Today on On Arrival: What is was like to be on a cruise ship in Asia during the COVID-19 outbreak The excitement of returning to work on her favorite cruise ship in 2021What needs to happen before cruise travel returns to normalLiving on a cruise ship as a performer (Hint: the performers are...2021-06-0138 min
On Arrival TravelLife Of A Digital Nomad: City To City, Location To Location with Sarah & Mitko KarshovskiLet's dive in to what its like to travel the world with your partner and why now might be a better time than ever to work remotely! Today on On Arrival: How a Jimmy John sandwich turned into happily ever afterWhat makes Bulgaria a surprisingly attractive travel destinationThe future of 9-5 jobs and remote work after the COVID-19 pandemicWhy slow travel is the way to goBuilding a community of travelers to make your digital nomad experience even more fulfillingThe progression of digital nomads from exploration of many destinations to home basesKeep up with Sara...2021-06-0147 min
On Arrival TravelLife Of A Nomad: City To City, Location To Location with Sarah & Mitko KarshovskiLet's dive in to what its like to travel the world with your partner and why now might be a better time than ever to work remotely! Today on On Arrival: How a Jimmy John sandwich turned into happily ever afterWhat makes Bulgaria a surprisingly attractive travel destinationThe future of 9-5 jobs and remote work after the COVID-19 pandemicWhy slow travel is the way to goBuilding a community of travelers to make your digital nomad experience even more fulfillingThe progression of digital nomads from exploration of many destinations to home basesKeep up wi...2021-06-0147 min
On Arrival TravelAloha from Maui! From the Bamboo Forest to the Swiss Alps with Kula BatanganKula shares what its like to grow up on arguably the most beautiful place on earth the island of Maui, Hawaii as well as walks us through his tour in Europe with a professional dance company! Today on On Arrival: How music, sport, performance unite people around the world His opinion of Jordan's Hula performance on our honeymoon Living in Switzerland as a young American His visa troubles and one-of-a-kind trip to Paris The value of learning another language What it's like to perform around the world including at Carnegie Hall His fond memories of Japan and Japan...2021-06-0145 min
On Arrival TravelAloha from Maui! From the Bamboo Forest to the Swiss Alps with Kula BatanganKula shares what its like to grow up on arguably the most beautiful place on earth the island of Maui, Hawaii as well as walks us through his tour in Europe with a professional dance company! Today on On Arrival: How music, sport, performance unite people around the worldHis opinion of Jordan's Hula performance on his honeymoonLiving in Switzerland as a young AmericanHis visa troubles and one-of-a-kind trip to ParisThe value of learning another languageWhat it's like to perform around the world including performing at Carnegie Hall His fond memories of Japan and...2021-06-0145 min
On Arrival TravelDown Under & Beyond with Pro Athlete Turned Startup Founder, Ainsley McCallisterWe speak to a good friend of ours Ainsley McCallister about her experiences abroad as a professional field hockey player in South America, Europe, & Australia and now the founder of a new startup. Today on On Arrival: An unexpected situation in Vietnam becomes Ainsley’s most memorableHow field hockey became her passportHer favorite country to play in Hint: it included trips to Bali on the weekendHer biggest piece of advice for someone moving abroadThe lessons from travel that helped her in the startup worldThe best field hockey fans in EuropeWhat to do and where to go in D...2021-06-0142 min
On Arrival TravelSaint Petersburg, On Arrival: 5 Reasons You Must Visit Saint Petersburg, RussiaWe share our top 5 reasons why you must visit Saint Petersburg, Russia. This goes down as one of our favorite trips.Today on On Arrival: Culture: Saint Petersburg offers a unique look into Russian culture from Imperial to Soviet to Post-Soviet Art: The Hermitage Museum is the second largest museum in the world and you have to see it for yourself Food: Tasting everything from traditional Russian cuisine to New Era restaurants and bars Architecture: The bridges, the buildings, the sculptures...we can't even with these architectural masterpieces Shopping: When shopping in Saint Petersburg did Jordan buy t...2021-04-1332 min