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Two Brits in AmericaAirport signs, language confusion, and a few words and phrases to help people become more bilingual.The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.More language wierdness from around the USA, including a unique passenger sign at Milwaukee Airport. The recombobulate theory.Wisconsin languages nuances.Some more English phrases to know about.Residence Class on planesAI, brieflyHow Bermuda has bastardized the English language. An example of being in an Irish Pub, with a Scotsman serving an Englishman.Swimming costumes.Biscuits.. and other very important information the world needs to know about2025-05-1030 minTwo Brits in AmericaToday's Intellectual Subjects: Doctor Visits, 911 or 999, Home Electronics, Pain Meds and Window Panes, French FriesThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.Subjects up for discussion and be warned, Francis is on a roll today:Doctor visitsValentine Day911 or 999 calls - why isn't there a global standard?Home electronics - Amp or Receiver?Pain medsThe opening of windowsFrench Fries and Chips.. any other annoying stuffOg, and Happy New Year all2025-02-0632 minTwo Brits in America'Tis the season to talk about appropriate things and some that are not. Happy 2025 all.The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.It is that time of the year again. "Time flies when you are having fun" or as Kermit the Frog once said, "Time is fun when you are having flys"Subjects up for discussion:More tipping grievancesFood for this time of the yearCurried sausage rollsSproutsTurkeyMinced PiesRoyalty speechesMichael Macintyre quotesXmas crackers and the crack wordThe big question is why do people not like sprouts?. Cooking hints included.2025 is almost here. Stay tuned for more exciting podcasts from Two Brits in America.The...2024-12-3037 min
The Meaningful PodcastThe Meaningful Podcast #11 - Malcolm TeasdaleDive into the adventurous world of global exploration with Sam Pepin and guest Malcolm Teasdale, author of "Travel Diaries of an Atypical Businessman." In this episode of "The Meaningful Podcast," Malcolm shares tales from his extensive travels that blend business acumen with cultural immersion. Discover how Malcolm's journey from Britain to the United States and beyond fueled his passion for connecting with diverse cultures and led to his numerous written works. Learn how his explorations have not only shaped his personal life but also enhanced his business strategies, offering unique insights into international markets and human connections.
For a deeper...2024-12-271h 04Two Brits in AmericaTurkey, Election Day Planning, Thanksgiving Travel Chaos, and a little Dr. Who lookbackThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.It was the time around Thanksgiving Day when this was recorded, so some discussion was required.So where did the name Turkey originate from?Why does Election Day mean a day off school for the kids?Traveling around Thanksgiving Day - 80 million people cant be wrong.Did you ever watch Dr. Who all those years ago. They should bring it back on TVFrancis sings the theme tune (sort of). Enjoy the gossip and banter from these two old geezers from ac...2024-12-1232 min
Age of Reinvention: Redefine Freedom, Lifestyle and Purpose at MidlifeSeason 2, Expat Lifestyle - Reinventing Life: Midlife Tales of Change and Purpose with Malcolm TeasdaleJoin host Emily Bron as she dives into the incredible journey of Malcolm Teasdale, a former tech entrepreneur who transformed his life into that of a travel writer, public speaker, and podcast host. Discover how Malcolm's passion for travel led him to explore the world's most intriguing places, sharing stories of his adventures along the way. Get inspired by his insights on pursuing dreams at any age, overcoming fears, and enriching your life through new experiences. This episode is perfect for anyone considering a major life change or curious about the endless possibilities of midlife reinvention.2024-10-1529 minTwo Brits in AmericaDefying logic - medical forms, prisons, TV adverts, and other annoying stuffThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.The moving house saga continues for a few minutes, so excuse us for that.Some things we just don't get or it defies logic:Why is the word "mother" abbreviated to 3 variances of 3 letters?Dentists and medical forms - there must be some logical reason to complete mounds of paperwork before getting your teeth looked at.Why are TV adverts (quantity and length) getting out of hand. Just some food for thought.The case for releasing prisoners from jail early.Some other general chit...2024-09-2132 minTwo Brits in AmericaThe "Logical or Not" discussion: Moving house quotes; Olympic medal count; Device cables; Over-tourism in EuropeThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.More gripes and analysis from the Two Brits in America.House Moving Quotes: Illogical explanation of costOlympic Medal Count: Why does the USA do it differentlyDevice cables: The need to pack a suitcase full when travelingEurope tourism: Too many darn people everywhere you want to goThe Two Brits maybe a little OTT (Over the Top) in their analysis at times, but there is a reason why these subjects are up for debate.With real life experiences, come questions that need be answered that make sense....2024-08-2031 minTwo Brits in AmericaFood & Drink anomolies - Mothers Ruin, Spotted Dick, room temperature beer, and the case to ban tippingThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.The title will tempt you to listen to the whole podcast. What on earth is Mother's Ruin and Spotted Dick?The attempt to answer the question of why us Brits drink warm beer. It is not as bad as it seems.Is tipping getting out of order? Do you feel compelled to tip a server for 30 secs of their time to collect a payment? Do you feel rushed at a restaurant, so the wait staff can make more money from tips from more customers? Should the restaurant...2024-07-0633 min
The Can Do WayThe Can Do Coffee Chat with Malcolm Teasdale, Entrepreneur, Storyteller, Author, and Travel Addict.In this episode of The Can Do Way, I am talking to Malcolm Teasdale, Entrepreneur, Storyteller, Author, and Travel Addict. British and American citizen Malcolm was able to take early retirement when he sold his technology company in 2013. After travelling on business for more than 30 years to the major cities and business hubs around the world, he now travels to the more unusual destinations in search of rich cultural and educational experiences. Think Nepal, Mongolia, Tibet, Bhutan, and Borneo to name a few. Today, his public speaking engagements focus on entrepreneurship, adventure travel, de...2024-06-0428 minTwo Brits in AmericaAI, Public Holidays, Grocery Stores, Saying Stuff Out of Line, and other food for thoughtThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.A mention about Artifical Intelligence - facts and opinions. That time of year it is, so a chat about Public Holidays (ie. Bank Holidays) with overcrowding and grocery store nuances. Hurricanes, Tornados and even time to talk about "Comforters" and "Duvets". Yes, we can talk about virtually anthing.Best enjoyed with a glass of wine or two or threee2024-06-0136 minTwo Brits in AmericaWacky Sports, Atlanta Airport Parking, Food Nuances and Gripes from both sides of the PondThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.After describing the fallout from explaining cricket and goat racing from Malcolm's recent experience in Tobago, we get into more serious stuff.Atlanta Airport parking. There must be some logic somewhere to this latest news about its closure.The subject of food crops up again. Breakfast and why we put our lives in jeopardy by eating this stuff,Pub food, fish and chip shops, ploughmans lunches, bacon, and the list goes on.Listen to this conversation and you will either get hungry or feel a...2024-05-0337 minTwo Brits in AmericaMoans and Groans - Cricket rules (2 minute version), Alexa and accents, messing with English tea and the English flagThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.The title sounds a little dramatic but the episode is all good and informative. Two things are important to the English and that is tea and the flag, so when an entity messes with them, we cannot sit back and ignore it.Explaining cricket inside 2 minutes is a world record bordering on gibberish but is informative, however the long detailed version will take weeks to understand.Did you know that Alexa understands improvised foreign accents? We will provide an example.All valuable...2024-04-0834 minTwo Brits in AmericaBrits in America and a Brit in Asia - all the latest opinions for the day, including driving, imperial v metric logic, appliances, and travel nuances.The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.Firstly, apologies for the delay in this episode out on the street, but jet lagged Malcolm just returned from his escapades in Asia. He is in fact still alive.This episode includes opinions about the metric vs. imperial way of thinking, roadworks, Pi (3.142 etc. ) Day, appliances, weather, plus a few words about the Asian experience (Brits in Hong Kong, Hill Tribes in Thailand, and other strange information).The main thing is that even though we are all different in every area of the world, it...2024-03-2027 minTwo Brits in AmericaJust a 30 minute chinwag (aka chit chat) about travel, planes, foreign currency, and other related stuffThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.With Malcolm embarking on a trip to Asia, it was time for a quick converstion about travel, albeit a basic one.Comparing the old days to the current time frame always generates conversion, especially when travel is involved.The way things used to be: planes, travelers cheques (ie. checks), and other relative subjects are on the table.Francis even describes his flight on the Concorde and being on a plane during the 9/11 attack.Also, one thing for sure, an honest travel report from the...2024-02-1933 minTwo Brits in AmericaPre-Superbowl chit chat and comparisons about sporty stuff from America and Britain. Rules, opinions, commentary, etc.The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.Talking about their expertise (or lack thereof) and opinions about the Big Game. All in jest, but lots of "why" questions with regards to the subjects of parties, tailgating, game times, outfits, the wearing of towels and helmets and others, are all up for dicussion.Included are a few minutes of digressing to tackle some unusual sports from around the world. You will be amazed what the rest of the world gets up to in the sports category.Sport brings the world together. We...2024-02-0945 minTwo Brits in AmericaWords & Phrases - The quest to eliminate confusion just a little. Beneficial to both Brits and Americans, sort of.The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.Words and Phrases from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. It's a start at least. These two Brits could have talked about this subject for hours, but it would have been too harmful for the listeners. Just call this Part 1.American and Britain have their own words and phrases which can be a little confusing to first time visitors when they venture across the Atlantic.Add to that, within each nation there are accents, dialects and regional sayings that were designed just for the local areas, which c...2024-02-0237 minTwo Brits in AmericaBringing in 2024 - Celebrations, Food, Things Dropping, Techy Anomolies, and other strange stuffThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.What we did on New Years Eve. Traditional dropping of items to welcome 2024. Drinking and eating:Sipping the night away, Baked Potatoes, Indian food, Yorkshire Puddings, Curry Pizzas, Sprouts, etc.So why do crowds of people cause cellular service to crash?Questions, theories, and opinions.Welcome to a "problem and mistake free" year everybody. 2024-01-2033 minTwo Brits in AmericaThe Christmas Edition (British and American Versions) - Food, Parties, Carol Singing, Santa, Presents & Other SimilaritiesThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.Christmas from both sides of "The Pond" vary slightly in their methodology. From carol singing with adjusted lyrics, food that may seem a little strange, and behavioral differences to name a few,All in all, Christmas is a fun time of the year, so make the most of it folks and enjoy your time with family and friends.Life is short, previous and fragile.A Merry Christmas to everyone and a Happy New Year. We will be back in 2024 with more episodes of Two...2023-12-1925 minTwo Brits in AmericaCockney Slang - A Crash Course (aka Discussion) to help people from both sides of the Pond when visiting London.The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.A somewhat educational episode that may help our American and British friends understand the cockney language, even to a small degree.Coming out of an area on the east side of London, at first listen, you may think it is utter nonsense. However, it may serve you well if you travel to the big city and hear some strange comments and respond like one of the locals. 2023-12-0133 minTwo Brits in AmericaFresh off the Boat in America - A discussion about language fails on arrival in the USAThe Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.You gotta start somewhere, so a banter about language fails after setting foot in America after the big move from Britain just seems appropriate.Mistakes, misunderstanding, mispronounciation, misinterpretation all happened to these Brits while settling down in their new environment.Lessons learned, all in a good way, to achieve a level of acceptance and tolerance.Now they just feel like a couple of the locals, well sort of.Give this a listen and you'll understand the initial challenges of moving to another country,...2023-11-1235 minTwo Brits in AmericaTwo Brits in America - The introduction to what lies ahead.The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.To be more precise they are English Blokes that live in the USA and have been for many years.Still patriotic, they do travel across the pond to the old coutry at least once a year.This podcast is about fitting in (the early days), languange nuances, culture adjustment fails, misinterpretation, mispronounciation, accents, dialects, and a combination of none of the above.They speak and understand 5 languages: English, American, Canadian, Australian, South African and they are British / American translation experts.If you have a sense o...2023-11-0523 min
The Travel AddictTravel Addiction personal experience explained by The Travel Addict (aka Malcolm Teasdale)Yep, I had to blame someone. My parents.For me it started at an early age. The earlier the better I think.Why? Because it is an experience, both educational and inspirational, that I will never regret.My business, adventure and pleasure travel has taken me to 118 countries so far, and that will continue as long as I am physically able.There have been mistakes (avoidable, unforeseen, and self-made) but all-in-all it has been enlightening, educational and fulfilling, and I have experienced places of beauty and rich culture.I have my favorites, and not-so...2023-07-1613 min
The Travel AddictThe Joys of Cruise Vacations. Expert Greg Stamm talks about virtually everything you need to know about sailing the high seas.For many years now, Greg Stamm has been traveling the world via cruise ships (50+ trips and counting), and his book, "Come Cruise with Me In A Post-COVID World", shares his insight into what cruising is like post-COVID (hint: it's still the best, safest, and most luxurious vacation a person can take). His book is a travelogue that celebrates the joys of cruise vacations, as well as a guide for cruise-goers looking to get the most out of their first (or next) cruise. After taking over 50 cruises, you learn a thing or two about how to do a cruise vacation...2022-09-1739 min
The Travel AddictHere I go again: Off-the-beaten-path in the World's oldest desert.When I mentioned that I was going to the country of Namibia to spend time in the world's oldest desert, people asked questions such as, "Where is that?", "Why?", "Are you crazy?"I somewhat expected that.After a 15 hour flight from ATL - JNB and then a 2 hour flight to WDH, I was in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia.I hired a driver for the 5 hour trip to the Desert Hills Lodge in the Namib Desert, which has been there for 55 million years.Breathtaking scenery kept my GoPro camera busy.I climbed the world's...2022-09-0624 min
The Travel AddictAuthor, Speaker, Actress, and Motivator, Holly Hester is on a quest to inspire people who have the desire to do great things in life.Holly Hester is a young Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker, Actress, and lover of people. She has worked in media and Real Estate for over 12 years; in both episodic and feature films. Her recent book that was released in the summer of 2021 called "Higher Living" is an insightful look into living a "higher life" and helps motivate others to conquer life.Apart from her various roles in life, she is currently painting art and continues to sell her work; both contemporary, and renaissance artwork.With all of these talents, I had to ask the question, "so what do...2022-09-0229 min
The Travel AddictBerlin conjures up many thoughts. Historical events, iconic buildings, etc. My recent trip briefly explained.Thinking about Berlin, conjures up many thoughts. It is a city of many historical events, with iconic places to visit. People come from all over the world to see the sights and learn a little more about its history. There are of course many “must visit” places of interest in the city. Within walking distance from my centrally located hotel was Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Berliner Dom (Cathedral), Berlin Wall Memorial, Potsdammer Platz, Holocaust Memorial, Reichstag Building, Pergamon Museum and many others.Being an “Old School” rock music fan for most of my life (60s and 70s era), I c...2022-08-1917 min
The Travel AddictFinally visited Lithuania to complete my tour of the Baltic countries, in spite of threats from the Kremlin.Even the day before I left Manchester Airport, Russia was threatening Lithuania. Many people may have cancelled travel plans, but for reasons of travel addiction, I chose to visit.This country needs to be left alone to enjoy their freedom and way of life.Steeped in history and eccentricity, Vilnius deserves a visit, especially the area of the "Old Town."Outdoor cafes and restaurants are in abundance and there are many great sights to see.Vilnius Cathedral, Hill of Crosses, Hill of Three Crosses, Gediminas Castle, St. Anne's Church, Museum of Illusions, KGB Museum, and...2022-07-2713 min
The Travel AddictVegan Travel. Yes, there is such thing. Listen to expert Brighde Reed talk about great places in the World to visit if your a vegan.Brighde Reed was raised in the UK, moved to Australia, and has also lived in 6 other countries. She spent a decade in tourism before heading into education before heading back to tourism where she now has a business along with her partner. They are based in beautiful Squamish, BC, in Canada. Personally, I have considered trying to become a vegetarian or vegan myself. I tend to think it has plenty of health benefits. However, Brighde will explain everything. Some (maybe) interesting things about her: Lived in 8 countriesBeen a tour leader for a big travel company in 4...2022-06-2943 min
The Travel AddictGOOD DAY VIETNAM. Thinking about going there? If so, then you must contact Kerry Newsome for an expert's advice. After which you'll be booking your tickets.Kerry Newsome has a travel and marketing background and has been traveling back and forth to Vietnam from Australia for the last 14 years. She has a genuine love of the country and the people and enjoys sharing traveler stories and insights with anyone who is interested. She loves to travel and experience new cultures and has become a Travel expert for westerners interested in traveling to Vietnam.Personally, I have been to Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi and Nha Trang, all of which are great destinations and have different personalities. Kerry also hosts the "What About Vietnam" P...2022-06-2039 min
The Travel AddictAmerican expat Chris Seferyn talks about why he permanently lives overseas and will convince you to consider it. Lots of options out there.Chris Seferyn grew up in Philly and spent 20 years mostly in the Midwest (Kansas City, MO + New Orleans) building, owning and managing 16 of his own restaurants bars and nightclubs. He has also been a co-manager for a seminal alternative band (Skinny Puppy) and ran their music publishing company. A life long entrepreneur, he is now permanently international, currently living in Guadalajara, Mexico.So the big question is, "Can you live a better version of your current life internationally?"The answer is a big YES and we’re talking about living a REAL LIFE the best way pos...2022-05-2155 min
The Travel AddictFellow Travel Addict and ex-pat of 6 countries, Jonathan DeLise talks about his teaching escapades overseas.Like yours truly, Jonathan has traveled to 100+ countries, and has been an expat in a few (Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, China, Japan, and Mexico to some degree). Suffice to say, he speaks a few different languagesHe taught ESL abroad, commonly know as English as a Second Language. Personally, I wish this type of opportunity was around when I was growing up in jolly old England.As you can imagine , he experienced some bizarre encounters, for better or worse, while gallivanting.Listen to his story about working in Saudi Arabia as it might surprise yo...2022-05-1735 min
The Travel AddictTravel Diaries of an Atypical Businessman - UNFILTEREDIt had to happen. With a few edited chapters and one addition, the contents appear to be more relevant today in our troubled World than ever before.Russia, China, airline chaos, respectfulness of foreign cultures, communication between countries around the world, to name a few.The big question is, "WHY?"At least 3 chapters, the decision to be brutally honest about the real reason I was in these places are now brought to light.Explanation: The original version steered away from the facts of why I was actually in Cairo, Egypt, Moscow, Russia and Geneva, Sw...2022-05-0926 min
The New 1%Whatever you Want, Get Focused, Get it Done, and be Happy Along the way with Malcolm TeasdaleCheck it out on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/33Z4VsE
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Malcolm Teasdale was born in Coventry, England and is a successful entrepreneur
who spent all of his working life in the technology industry, where he made a
success from creating software development companies, the most recent of which
He sold to a major corporation in 2013.
He has traveled to 108 countries for business and pleasure, but since retiring from
the industry, now travels to the more...2022-04-2732 min
The Travel AddictAn Expat to Expat discussion about emigrating abroad. Why is there an increasing amount of people doing this? David McNeill of Expat Empire shares his expertise.As the founder of Expat Empire, David McNeill is focused on inspiring people to move abroad and helping them do it. In addition to producing online courses, books, podcasts, blog posts, meetup events, and more, Expat Empire offers consulting services to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their international dreams. David started Expat Empire because he has a genuine passion for living abroad. He left the United States in 2014 and has since lived in Tokyo, Berlin, and PortoPortugal and Spain are favorites in Europe.Panama, Mexico, Ecuador and Costa Rica are favorites in the...2022-04-1043 min
The Travel AddictFrom the Corporate World to Entrepreneurship. Author, podcaster, speaker & mentor, Gavin Sequeira educates & empowers people to turn their dreams into reality.Gavin Sequeira is the Founder and Managing Director of "Break Free From Corporate"Having enjoyed a successful corporate career reaching senior management positions at tech giants IBM and Oracle, Gavin successfully transitioned to running his own businesses.Gavin holds a Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce with a double major in Accounting and Finance from the University of Sydney.He also has an Executive MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management. Gavin has completed Unleash The Power Within Program with Robbins Research International, the Business Blueprint Coaching Program with Dale Beaumont...2022-04-1039 min
The Travel AddictFrom the great city of Zurich, Switzerland, the inspirational "Queen of Joy" describes how she uplifts people into a happy place in lifeRonja Sakata is a Life and Business Coach, Food Engineer and Queen of Joy. Since launching in 2013, Ronja treats clients to a secret world of joy and energy.With her zest for life and passion to change the world, Ronja has a unique talent for inspiring and educating all those around her, so their business and personal lives may thrive each and every day with ease and grace.Ronja is fluent in Japanese and has an overwhelming passion for Japan after an internship there in 2001. She currently resides in Switzerland with her husband and daughter.2022-04-0943 min
The Travel AddictThe Smart Travelista (aka Linda King) from Australia shares her knowledge about the travel industry.Working as a Banker and a Travel Agent made a good combination for Linda King. She is now an expert on advising people how to save money by traveling.Travel well without the cost is a good motto.This also applies to International travel, where many people just assume that it has to be more expensive to take a trip out of the country rather than stay in a hotel or rent a home on the beach close to home. In addition, there are many ways to earn "points" on airlines and hotel programs, but using t...2022-03-1946 min
The Travel AddictHear why Karen Gershowitz left home at age 17 and then moved onto bigger and greater things in life.Since leaving home for Europe alone at age seventeen, Karen has traveled to more than ninety countries. By profession she is a meeting facilitator and marketing researcher who has conducted thousands of interviews and focus groups. Those skills have helped her to deeply connect with people around the world.Every day she writes a 100-word essay about some aspect of travel and posts it to a large following on Facebook. She has endless stories about both business and personal travel, many viewed specifically from a single woman’s perspective. In July 2021, her travel memoir, Travel Man...2022-03-0638 min
The Travel AddictFrom 3 years hitchhiking around the world to creating a "natural food for medicine" company. Hear Scott Ohlgren's story.What do you do when you don't enjoy school or college?Get out of town. Start hitchhiking. Pick up jobs wherever you can. Work for free. Sleep on a beach. It sounds a bit crazy, but I don't think Scott will look back on his life and have any regrets. Listen to his story about leaving home at an early age to discover more about America and elsewhere in the world. Obviously an educational experience in one sense, but courageous and maybe reckless in another. These days, he runs the Synaptics Scientific Company which treats various...2022-02-271h 00
The Travel AddictRelaxation, Adventure, Beauty and Rich Culture in Luang Prabang in Laos - my recent visitAfter visiting Vientiane in Laos a few years before for an enjoyable experience, it was time to take a trip to Luang Prabang, where the Nam Khan and Mekong Rivers meet. Historically, it was the Royal Capital of the country until 1975 and it's know for many Buddhist temples.It became a UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1995 for its well preserve architecture.I found the place to be very enjoyable and it gave me a feeling of being "off-the-beaten-path".Walking or biking, there is much to see and do, with luxury high-end and budget accommodation available....2022-02-2212 min
The Travel AddictOne of my new favorite places, Ljubljana, Slovenia. Listen to my brief trip report and you might start thinking about booking flightsLet's get the history out of the way. The country became independent from Yugoslavia in 1992.Ljubljana, Slovenia may be unknown to many people, but if you have been there, you will know that it is a very enjoyable place to visit for a few days, especially the Old Town.Aside from the city's "hard to pronounce" name, it is full of pleasant surprises. Spotlessly clean, very safe, welcoming, and lots of character are good assets. Personally, I felt quite chilled out there.Enjoy St. Nicholas' Cathedral and the Medieval Castle. Take a day trip to Lake...2022-02-1509 min
The Travel AddictThe founder of State of Unity, Cara Tolzman, talks about her travel company that helps people travel with purpose and live with adventure. Also a successful climber of Mt. Kilimanjaro.Cara Tolzman is the founder and SEO of State of Unity, a group travel company that allow adventure-seekers to form new friendships, positively impact communities, and become stronger versions of themselves.She has many cool stories of personal connections across cultural and language barriers, not to mention the incredible impact they have made with NGOs around the world! Beyond the travels is her incredible journey to becoming an entrepreneur.Every experience is designed around 3 main components: adventure, local missions, & personal connections. At least one activity will stretch a little outside a person's comfort zone. Every tr...2022-02-1533 min
The Travel AddictManaging a business from a Canal Boat and a Sailing Boat. Jo Caruana describes how she successfully accomplishes this seemingly difficult task.Jo Caruana is enjoying the working life from a canal boat on the English Canals and a sailing boat in the Mediterranean Sea. A Digital Nomad of sorts but a little different than normal.This is her business, with staff and customers from around the world.Using todays technology, she is able to enjoy her favorite pastime while successfully managing her business AND at the same time traveling to many delightful places.Anyone jealous yet?Listen in and you will be inspired. You might even be thinking about doing something similar yourself.Check...2022-02-1338 min
The Travel AddictJeremiah Gilbert is an award-winning photographer and travel writer who has explored over a 100 countries. Pictures to show and stories to tell.Jeremiah Gilbert is an award-winning photographer and travel writer based out of Southern California. His travels have taken him to over a hundred countries and territories around the globe. His photography has been published internationally, in both digital and print publications, and has been exhibited worldwide, including in Leica’s LFI Gallery. His hope is to inspire those who see his work to look more carefully at the world around them in order to discover beauty in unusual and unexpected places. Personally, I am a huge proponent of trying to get people to travel more and become edu...2022-01-2941 min
The Travel AddictBorn in Myanmar, hear Lya Badgley's story about living in this country and her work at the Museum of Genocide in Cambodia helping to bring war criminals to justice.A fulfilling life it has been for Lya Badgley. It is not often you meet someone who was born in Yangon, Myanmar. Listen to her experience living in this country which has historically never been too far away from headline news. You will be very surprised.In addition, she spent a year working at the Tuol Sleng Museum in Phnom Penh, Cambodia performing admirable work in an effort to bring war criminals to justice.As a previous visitor to the Killing Fields just outside of Cambodia's capital, I was personally shocked and horrified to learn what transpired du...2022-01-2638 min
The Travel AddictThe Gusty Winds of Change - Looking back at my time in Moscow during the final days of the Soviet UnionSometimes you just have to look back at your life and relive an experience.With Ukraine and Russia recently being in the news, my Moscow experience back in 1991 vividly came back to me.A few of us might remember the time when the Soviet Union collapsed and Mikhail Gorbachev's reign came to an end. Now it is Russia that includes the great city of Moscow.I was in Moscow during the final days of the Soviet Union's existence in December, 1991, which was an unbelievable time in our World's history.My reason for being there w...2022-01-2335 minThe Travel AddictThe Science of Parking LotsMaybe there is an underlying science in the management of parking lots to make them efficient and profitable.The reason this became "a thing" with me is due to an experience I encountered at Atlanta Airport, the World's busiest.This episode of stupidity is documented in my book "Travel Diaries of an Atypical Businessman - Unfiltered".I am pretty sure many of you have experienced something similar or bizarre as this, but based on the fact that I tried my best to be efficient and organized as possible, there is always the unplanned, the poor judgments...2021-12-0622 min
The Travel AddictThe long-awaited release of the audio book - Religion, Spirituality and the way of life in the HimalayasMy epic journey to the Himalayan Kingdoms of Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and Tibet. Breathtaking scenery, rich culture, historic religious buildings and a sense of something rather spiritual, made for an unforgettable adventure.Find it here.Audible.com: Religion, Spirituality, and the Way of Life in the Himalayas by Malcolm Teasdale | Audiobook | Audible.comAmazon.com: Amazon.com: Religion, Spirituality, and the Way of Life in the Himalayas: Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and Myanmar (Audible Audio Edition): Malcolm Teasdale, Malcolm Teasdale, Malcolm Teasdale: BooksListen to this travel experience and you will be wanting to book...2021-11-2604 min
The Travel AddictAudiobook Narrator and Podcast Host Peter Kersting drops by to chat about teaching overseas and other travel escapades.I like these types of Podcasts. Honest, fun and educational. Peter shares his knowledge and experience gained from teaching overseas and being a Digital Nomad. Personally, I wish I had known about teaching overseas when I was in my 20's. It would have been a serious consideration.The great thing about temporarily living in another country, is an appreciation of how people live and work in other areas of the world. While Peter was teaching, he was learning things himself.Travel is without doubt an educational experience, and although we all love our country of birth...2021-11-1945 min
The Travel AddictIndustry influencer, coach & mentor Thomas Kereszti talks about International Business. Culture adjustment, lessons learned, food, mannerisms, success & failure.Tom helps businesses succeed, especially when they consider expanding into international markets.Although our discussion is primarily about business, we spend time comparing notes about international travel, which apart from being a fulfilling experience, exposes various incidences which we can reflect on with an element of education and humor.In an attempt to "fit in" with the locals in foreign lands, there are culture adjustments and mannerisms to consider, which instils a feeling of trust and friendship, key ingredients for a successful business partnership.Acceptance, tolerance, social behavior, willingness, enthusiasm, honesty, are good traits when abroad...2021-11-0741 min
The Travel AddictMalcolm Teasdale visits Kiev, Ukraine for a few days of sightseeing and education. Architectural beauty, historical monuments, and a history worth learning about.A lot of people asked the question, "why?" when I mentioned I was visiting the Ukraine. My answer was a prompt "why not?" It became independent from Russia after the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991. There of course is plenty of influence in the city from the Soviet days.As I was in Moscow during the final week of the Soviet Union's existence, I was amazed at the architecture in the city and I thought Kiev might be just as dramatic. I was not disappointed.There was a language barrier of course, but it mattered not. I w...2021-10-2914 min
The Travel AddictMental Fitness Coach Amy Yip sold all her belongings in New York and moved to Ghana for volunteer work. Hear her story.When material things and wealth do not become the most important thing in a person's life, but rather the need to help other people, even if just for a few months, is very commendable. Amy and her husband were living comfortably in a NYC apartment but decided to sell all of their belongings and buy a one-way ticket to Ghana to volunteer at a breast cancer non-profit facility.Covid came along and they ended up being stuck in Ghana for 7 months. Many people made comments such as, "That must have sucked!" I wasn't surprised to hear Amy say, "...2021-10-2834 min
The Travel AddictMalcolm Teasdale visits the great city of Krakow, Poland. Auschwitz, Schindlers Factory and the Salt Mines await.You may not be aware that Krakow, Poland is extremely significant in our history, but not necessarily in a good way.The Auschwitz camps are located about an hour's drive from the city and if we cast our minds back to WWII from the 1940's, it represents one of the most reprehensible times in the last century.This is one time you will need to book an organized tour, as doing it yourself will not provide you with the full story of what happened in those dark days.It is a long day, especially if you...2021-10-2417 minThe Travel AddictInternational travel in the Covid era. An example of how to prepare. Rules & Regulations.To many, the thought of traveling anywhere these days is too problematic to even consider. Add to that, traveling overseas presents additional anxiety in the worry that you may not have the correct requirements fulfilled for your destination. This of course could be a problem after spending your hard earned money on a plane ticket and then getting turned away by immigration in a foreign country or even worse, being forced to undergo quarantine.I took on an itinerary recently that took me to the U.K., Poland, Ukraine, and Slovenia, all with entry requirements that were a...2021-10-0123 min
The Prosperity Perspective13. How to Expand Your Business Into International Markets with Malcolm TeasdaleGuest Malcom TeasdaleToday’s guest on the Prosperity Perspective is a world traveler, adventurer, and wildly successful entrepreneur. Join guest Malcolm Teasedale with host Liam Leonard for their discussion about Malcolm’s incredible business journey, from taking a chance on an idea for the sake of starting their own business to negotiating with clients across the world. Malcolm shares the specific big homework that you should be doing before entering negotiations with a new country, why you should always be making “common sense d...2021-09-1629 min