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Episode 81. Cocktails in Bangkok with Joe Cummings: The Decline of Lonely Planet, A Love Affair with Thailand, Street Food, and Guiding Mick Jagger

Award-winning travel writer Joe Cummings is one of the most influential figures in guidebook writing and cultural reporting. Known for his pioneering work with Lonely Planet – particularly on their very first Thailand guide – Joe’s adventurous spirit and meticulous research have shaped the way countless travelers discover new places. Over the course of his career, he’s written or contributed to more than 50 travel guides, while also delving into Thai cuisine, music, and culture in a way that highlights the richness of Southeast Asia and beyond.

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Episode 79. A Rollicking Spin Around the Globe with Paul Theroux: Immersive Travel, Hardships, Advice for Writers, and the Generosity of Strangers

Paul Theroux is a distinguished American novelist and travel writer renowned for his vivid portrayals of diverse cultures and locales. After earning a B.A. in English from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 1963, he joined the Peace Corps, teaching in Malawi and later in Uganda. 

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Episode 73. Chase Jarvis: Founder of CreativeLive, Photographer, Entrepreneur, and best-selling Author on Never Playing It Safe

Chase Jarvis is an award-winning artist, serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and one of the most influential photographers of the past decade. He has created campaigns for Apple, Nike, Red Bull and dozens of other Fortune 100 brands.

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Episode 32. Candice Millard and the River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile

Candice Millard is a New York Times bestselling author and journalist. She is a former writer and editor for National Geographic and the author of four books including River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile

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Episode 11. Sophy Roberts: Award-Winning Travel Writer on Hidden Africa and the Lost Pianos of Siberia

The ever-adventurous writer, Sophy Roberts, is the author of ‘The Lost Pianos of Siberia’ a Times, Sunday Times, and Independent ‘Book of 2020’. This non-fiction book explores the pianos created during the boom years of the nineteenth century. Sophy tells the story of her piano hunt through two centuries of Russian history, which reveals an unexpected musical legacy and profound brave humanity. Sophy is a regular radio, podcast, and panel events contributor, focusing on travel stories from remote parts of the world, with a particular interest in literary work, history, and culture.

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Episode 7. David Burkus: Best-Selling Author on Creativity Myths

David Burkus, one of the world’s most highly-regarded business thinkers, is a best selling author and contributing writer for many notable publications, such as The Financial Times, Forbes and Harvard Business Review. He shares captivating stories and practical takeaways to diverse audiences, giving them a compelling insight into how organizations and individuals can do their best work. David is also the author of ‘The Myths of Creativity’, which aims to demystify the processes that drive innovation, highlighting the mistaken ideas that hold us back.

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