In this inspiring episode of the World of Travel Podcast, Lindsey and Kolyn sit down with Trell Thomas, founder of the Black Excellence Brunch, to explore how culture, intention, and travel can turn a personal tradition into a global movement.

Raised in Cassatt, South Carolina, Trell reflects on the values passed down from his family and how Sunday dinners at his mother’s home became the blueprint for creating spaces that celebrate Black brilliance. What started as a single gathering grew into the Black Excellence Brunch, now recognized on international stages and even at the White House , all fueled by Trell’s decision to bet on himself.

The conversation travels across the globe, from Trell’s first transformative trip to Ghana to a spontaneous solo birthday journey to London that reshaped his confidence, independence, and sense of identity. Along the way, Trell shares unforgettable moments, including an unexpected encounter at a Thailand elephant sanctuary and thoughtful reflections on ethical tourism, solo travel, and slowing down to connect more deeply with people and place.

This episode is about legacy, self-investment, and honoring Black excellence everywhere in the world.

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Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they sit down with Camden David, a globe-trotting creator who has turned the idea of “home” on its head, by choosing to live in a brand-new country every single month.

With a massive YouTube following and nearly four years of nonstop movement alongside his wife, Camden pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to sustain a nomadic life: quitting stable corporate jobs in Chicago, abandoning the traditional climb toward “someday,” and choosing instead to shoot for the ideal...now. In this candid and thoughtful conversation, Camden shares the realities behind the highlight reels, from visa mistakes that forced last-minute international pivots to bed bug disasters, wet laundry before flights, and learning how to make money while constantly on the move.

But beyond the logistics, this episode dives into the deeper why. Camden reflects on how slow travel reshaped his values, strengthened his marriage, and taught him to look for cultural alignment, not just beautiful views, when exploring a new place. From food adventures and solo meals to his wife’s tradition of reading local authors before every destination, the conversation explores how two people can experience the same place in completely different, yet equally meaningful ways.

The episode also takes listeners across the South of France, from Nice to the Riviera, unpacking hidden cultural influences, unforgettable landscapes, and why the region leaves such a lasting impression. Camden shares insights from Turkey and Cappadocia, from hot air balloons and canyon horseback rides to the behind-the-scenes logistics travelers rarely notice, and explains why places that slow life down often leave the biggest mark.

Throughout the conversation, Lindsey, Kolyn, and Camden reflect on the power of human connection: chance meetings at laundromats, friendships formed in unfamiliar cities, and the realization that relationships, not possessions, become the real anchor when you live everywhere and nowhere at once.

Grounded, curious, and refreshingly honest, this episode is a powerful look at redefining success, embracing uncertainty, and discovering that the world starts to feel a lot smaller—and more meaningful—the more of it you truly live in.

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Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they connect with Robert Sherman, White House Foreign Correspondent for NewsNation and the author of the new book Lessons from the Front: A Rookie War Correspondent in Ukraine and Israel. In this expansive and deeply reflective conversation, Sherman opens up about what it means to come of age as a journalist while reporting from the front lines of some of the world’s most consequential conflicts.

At just 25 years old and unsure of his path, Sherman was covering local political stories when the war in Ukraine pulled him into a global crisis far bigger than anything he had imagined: fleeing air raids, navigating foreign terrain, and confronting the reality of conflict firsthand. One year later, following Hamas’ October 7th attack, he flew straight back into the heart of it, reporting from Israel and Gaza, running from rockets, and entering Hamas tunnels while the world watched events unfold from afar.

Throughout the episode, Sherman reflects on how covering Ukraine and Israel fundamentally reshaped his understanding of the world, shattering the idea that global conflicts are simple or black and white. He shares how living and reporting abroad (from Kyiv to Rome, Greece to Lithuania) broadened his perspective, deepened his curiosity, and forced him to reckon with the “fog of war” in both journalism and life.

The conversation also weaves in lighter, human moments from Santorini sunsets and lessons learned traveling Europe, to the realities of being an American abroad, to what it’s really like stepping onto Air Force One as a reporter. Sherman opens up about balancing the intensity of war reporting with the need to disconnect, travel intentionally, and find grounding in the spaces between assignments.

Thoughtful, eye-opening, and deeply human, this episode is a powerful look at a young journalist finding clarity in chaos—and learning, in real time, that the world is far more complex than he once believed.

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Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they connect with Brandon Shaw, better known as The Tour Guy, a globally trusted travel expert, content creator, and premier provider of immersive cultural experiences across Europe and the United States. In this wide-ranging and entertaining conversation, Brandon takes listeners deep inside the realities of modern travel, storytelling, and what it truly means to experience a destination beyond the highlight reel.

Born in Florida and shaped by more than two decades living across Europe (including Paris and Rome) Brandon reflects on how living abroad transformed the way he understands culture, history, and movement through the world. He breaks down why Paris feels like an open-air museum, why certain landmarks endure for centuries, and how history, architecture, and everyday life are layered into every street, bridge, and riverbank.

The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Brandon shares firsthand insight into the viral Louvre heist that stunned the world, what actually happened, how his tour groups were impacted in real time, and why the incident felt less like reality and more like a movie unfolding in broad daylight. From navigating museum crowds and Mona Lisa madness to uncovering smarter ways to explore iconic sites, Brandon offers practical guidance and insider perspective only someone embedded in these spaces could provide.

Beyond Paris, Brandon opens up about building his company, why he began creating travel content on YouTube and Instagram, and how trust, education, and generosity with information helped grow a global audience. He also shares candid advice on how American travelers can show up better abroad—from dressing with intention and learning the language basics to understanding local rhythm, etiquette, and respect.

Equal parts insightful, hilarious, and deeply informative, this episode is a masterclass in travel done right—rooted in curiosity, cultural awareness, and lived experience. Whether you’re planning your first European trip or your tenth, this conversation will change the way you see the world.

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Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they sit down with world traveler, filmmaker, and creative entrepreneur Shamar Marcus, a core member of the World of Travel family and the Director of Photography who has helped bring the series to life across the globe.

In this fun, honest, and wide-ranging conversation, Shamar takes listeners behind the lens of what it really takes to film luxury travel television—from chaotic speedboat rides and surprise storms in the Maldives to long-haul travel days, split-second creative decisions, and the beautiful tension that comes with working closely on the road. Together, they relive unforgettable moments from one of the world’s most dreamlike destinations, including overwater bungalows, vibrant coral reefs, chef-driven global cuisine, and the kind of once-in-a-lifetime experiences that look unreal until you’re standing in them.

Beyond the travel stories, Shamar opens up about his personal journey, from leaving a traditional 9-to-5, to betting on himself as a filmmaker, to building Sky Crew Films, a production company now trusted with major commercial, television, and international projects. He shares how faith, wellness, and a leap-of-faith mindset have guided every chapter of his career, along with why independence and creative control matter deeply to him.

The conversation also dives into wellness rituals, sea moss, entrepreneurship, creative collaboration, and what aspiring creators actually need to know about building partnerships, leveraging value, and turning passion into a sustainable career...without chasing clout.

Warm, hilarious, insightful, and deeply motivating, this episode is a reminder that the journey matters just as much as the destination—and that trusting the process can take you further than you ever imagined.

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Join Lindsey and Kolyn for a wide-ranging, unexpectedly intimate conversation with entrepreneur, investor, television host, and Shark Tank icon Kevin O’Leary—better known to the world as Mr. Wonderful, but revealed here as a deeply curious global thinker, art collector, and relentless student of the future.

From his Lebanese roots and Canadian upbringing to his deep ties to the UAE, Singapore, and beyond, Kevin explains why travel isn’t a luxury—it’s a competitive advantage. He breaks down how being physically present in global hubs has shaped the way he invests in AI, crypto, energy, data centers, and emerging markets, and why “skating to where the puck is going” requires getting out of your comfort zone and your country.

Kevin gets candid about building wealth with intention, why quality always beats cheap shortcuts, and how lessons from his mother still guide his philosophy on investing, fashion, and legacy. He takes us inside the rarefied world of high horology, piece-unique watches, priceless dials, and why a great watch is really a piece of art that starts conversations and shares the emotional moment he realized he’d truly “arrived” as a collector.

The conversation also dives deep into the future: AI actors, blockchain highways, crypto regulation, global power infrastructure, and why policy, not politics, is where real change happens for entrepreneurs and small businesses. Kevin explains why he works both sides of the aisle, how he helps shape legislation behind the scenes, and why job creation will always matter more than party lines.

Smart, fast-moving, and full of insight, this episode is about curiosity, conviction, global citizenship, and seeing the world clearly enough to stay ahead of it. Let’s get into it.

Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they sit down with the legendary Kim Fields, award winning actress, director, producer, entrepreneur, global citizen, and forever fashion icon who shaped a generation through The Facts of Life, Living Single, and The Upshaws. In this rich, intimate conversation, Kim opens up about the joy rituals, creative autonomy, and global adventures that continue to shape her extraordinary life.

From her Harlem roots to her deep connection with St. Lucia’s Pitons, Kim reflects on the places that fill her “history cup,” the spiritual grounding she finds in travel, and why exploring the world keeps her expanding creatively, personally, and spiritually. She takes us inside the moment she realized she didn’t need to wait for a seat at anyone’s table, the early inspirations she absorbed backstage at Hello, Dolly! while her mom performed, and how she learned to reinvent herself across decades in an industry that constantly tries to place people in boxes.

Kim shares how she built her wellness and coffee brands, what keeps her energy sky high, and why being “selfish in the right ways” can lead to the most meaningful life. She gets candid about directing, doing her own stunts (yes, rappelling off cliffs and plunging into glacier water), and curating transformative retreats that blend breath work, culture, and history.

Honest, uplifting, and full of soul, this conversation is about autonomy, intention, exploration, and the art of continually becoming. Let’s get into it.

Join Lindsey and Kolyn as they connect with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and American Soul storyteller MAJOR.—a man whose voice the world recognizes the moment they hear it. In this expansive and emotional conversation, MAJOR. opens up about life, love, faith, and finding light on the other side of hard times.

Born in Denton and raised in Houston, Texas, he reflects on the city that shaped his spirit and sound, the blended-family household of ten siblings that taught him resilience, and the early musical spark that set him on his path. He breaks down how Southern culture continues to influence the world, revisits his rise from early YouTube buzz to global success, and shares the unlikely story of how “Why I Love You” became a platinum-selling, worldwide anthem for weddings, healing, and timeless love, amassing more than half a billion streams.

Throughout the episode, MAJOR. gets vulnerable about holding on to hope through personal challenges, the spiritual grounding that guides him forward, and the personal conversation he had with Chadwick Boseman before he tragically passed away, all which have helped shape his artistry. He also talks about why he chose independence across four solo projects and what that freedom has unlocked for him creatively.

Honest, uplifting, and full of soul—this conversation is MAJOR. in every way. Let’s get into it.