Podcast appearances and mentions of Don George

Hometown Radio 11/21/24 4p: Guest host Gary J. Freiberg talks with travel writer Don George then clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Alexis Olson

Episode Notes Iconic travel writer Don George discussed the adventure he'll soon be leading to Greece, and the New York Times' Frugal Traveler columnist Elaine Glusac talked about how to get a 90% discount on vehicle rentals.

“We ‘massage’ the truth to make it fit the narrative we need it to fit in our lives.”  –Andrew McCarthy In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and Andrew talk about how Andrew got started in travel writing, and how writing himself on the page helped him see himself in the world (2:30); when he does and doesn’t conflate certain details in the interest of a good story, and how he balances the “micro” and the “macro” elements of a travel story (12:30); how he decides who to write about, among the many people he meets on the road, which details do and don’t drive the narrative forward, and what it’s like to meet travelers who recognize him from his acting days (23:30); how Andrew structures his travel stories, and what travel storytelling in common with his work as a TV director (31:00); how he balances his writing and non-writing work in life, and how he mixes personal details with place details in his travel writing (38:00); and how memory can be fallible, and how to best write about family members (47:00). Andrew McCarthy (@AndrewTMcCarthy) is an actor, television director and writer of such books as The Longest Way Home and Brat. His newest book is Walking with Sam: A Father, a Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain. Notable Links: Paris Writing Workshops (Rolf’s travel memoir classes) Andrew McCarthy on travel (Deviate episode) Andrew McCarthy Proust questionnaire (Deviate episode) Paul Theroux (travel writer and novelist) “Chasing the Black Pearl,” by Andrew McCarthy (Tahiti article) Gustav Mahler (classical composer) Don George (travel writer and editor) The Snow Leopard, by Peter Matthiessen (book) “A Slice of Paradise,” by Andrew McCarthy (Hawaii article) “A Slice of Ireland,” by Andrew McCarthy (Ireland article) “Steeped in Darjeeling,” by Andrew McCarthy (India article) Osprey (species of bird) Finisterre (peninsula in Spain) Communitas (unstructured community of equals) A Short History of Nearly Everything, by Bill Bryson (book) Less than Zero (1987 film starring Andrew McCarthy) Nut graph (journalism term) Joan Didion (American writer) Marco Polo Didn’t Go There, by Rolf Potts (book) Claude Chabrol (French film director) Henry Miller (American novelist) Alison Steele (New York DJ known as “The Nightbird”) Vin Scelsa (broadcaster) Oliver Sacks (British neurologist and writer) Rob Lowe (American “Brat Pack” actor) “Courting Vienna,” by Andrew McCarthy (Austria article) The Deviate theme music comes from the title track of Cedar Van Tassel's 2017 album Lumber. Note: We don't host a “comments” section, but we're happy to hear your questions and insights via email, at deviate@rolfpotts.com.

The melody had three daddies — in 1944 bandleaders Duke Ellington and Harry James collaborated with alto saxophonist Johnny Hodges to develop the tune — but it was those sassy lyrics that made the song: I never cared much for moonlit skies, I never winked back at fireflies, But now that the stars are in your eyes, I'm Beginning to See the Light!Those words came from the smart pen of the great Don George. In his book, The Poets of Tin Pan Alley, Philip Furia praised George's witty use of a list of “light” images and his ability to deal with a difficult song. “Ellington's tune was particularly hard to set,” Furia noted, “since each A section consists of the same, driving vamp-like phrase repeated three times over before the melody finally changes.” In his way, George heightens this musical insistence, using the same rhyme for the first three lines of each section, then “George ends by rekindling one of the oldest songwriting cliches, mixing his metaphors of light and heat:” But now that your lips are burning mine, I'm beginning to see the light.Beyond the LightWhile Don George surely is best known as one of Ellington's prime lyricists, his career spanned another 40 years following the Duke era and included such pop hits as "The Yellow Rose of Texas” for the iconic Mitch Miller.George also worked on special material for many performers, from Nat King Cole and Patti Page to The Pointer Sisters.His lyrics are a study guide for wordsmiths of all stripes. For instance, in David Jenness' and Don Velsey's discussion of composer Moose Charlap, they note that one of the cleverest apologies ever comes from a 1956 George lyric for a famous Charlap melody: The girl in my arms meant nothing to me, I Was Telling Her About You.On the ChartsBut let's get back to “Beginning to See the Light.” A year after its composition, the song spent several weeks on “Your Hit Parade” and charted three times in 1945, with co-writer Harry James' version leading the pack. Ellington vocalist Joya Sherrill, who was only 17, had just joined the band when they recorded the tune in an arrangement that featured co-author Johnny Hodges on sax and Lawrence Brown on trombone.Jazz instrumentals of song have been recorded by bassist Oscar Pettiford, pianist Art Tatum, drummer Chico Hamilton and vibist Red Norvo. Vocalists Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee and Frank Sinatra all have made memorable renditions.More recently, Ann Hampton Callaway included it in her 1996 tribute to Fitzgerald, guitarist Martin Taylor and the David Grisman Quartet recorded it in 1999, and in 2004 — 60 years after the song's creation — it was revived by the late, great Al Jarreau.Our Take on the TuneOur latest Duke Ellington number, this is a sweet vehicle for sassy solos by everyone in the band. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 1937flood.substack.com

When you think of going somewhere that's a true departure from the familiar, a place with both stunning natural beauty and impressive modern flair, then it won't take long before visions of Japan begin to fill your mind. The cities of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are natural starting points for the first-time visitor. If you're ready to discover the rich cultural traditions of Japan and witness the country's distinctive blend of ancient and modern architecture, then we've got an experienced guide to help point you in the right direction.Today, Angie Orth welcomes Don George, a lifelong “Japanophile” who has spent decades exploring this incredible island nation. He's a celebrated travel writer who now leads Geographic Expeditions tours through Japan. You'll learn about the geography of Japan and how the major islands and biggest destinations differ from one another. We'll talk about navigating the language barrier, and who to seek out if you need help. Don shares his experiences of generosity and kindness from locals on his travels, and he'll provide a few tips for taking your first warm dip in a Japanese onsen. What You'll Learn:Where to start if you're a first-time visitor to Japan (3:03)Tips for navigating the language barrier (7:31)Exploring the Geisha tradition (14:41)What to expect when you visit an onsen (17:13)What's possible when you venture off of the beaten path (23:57)Connect with Don George:Blog: http://www.don-george.com/blogConnect with Angie Orth:Website +Blog: https://angieaway.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angieaway/?hl=enConnect with AAA:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-auto-club-enterprisesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprisesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AAAAutoClubEnterprises Traveling with AAA Podcast: https://www.ace.aaa.com/travel/information/traveling-with-aaa-podcastPlan your next vacation with AAA: https://aaa.com/travel

On this special episode of Retire Sooner, Wes Moss shares ten of his favorite lessons learned from previous Retire Sooner podcast guests! He recaps topics such as second-act careers, wealth accumulation, and legacy planning. Wes also delves into what he learned from previous Retire Sooner guests about the importance of belonging to a community, finding purpose, and trying new things as adults. He digs into insights from guests such as travel writer Don George, author Mitch Albom, and financial expert Bill Danko. Join Wes to look back on these key lessons on how to retire happy and make the most of life's adventures! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cada vez que Johnny Hodges, saxofonista de la orquesta de Duke Ellington, continuaba entre solos, realizaba una transición musical que intrigaba al letrista Don George. “Ese es un fraseo increíble”, le dijo George a Ellington. “Me parece que podría ser un éxito”. "¿De verdad?" respondió Ellington. “Si tanto te gusta, vamos con Johnny y terminemos el asunto”. Con José Manuel Corrales.

National Geographic Travel editor-at-large Don George recounts his recent cruise to the Galápagos Islands aboard a small Celebrity ship specially designed for the archipelago and its wildlife. He says it was a life-changing and healing experience.

Taking a trip every once in a while is good for the soul, but have you ever thought about what a life full of traveling experiences could do? Don George, legendary travel writer, editor, and author who has won numerous awards for his work, joins this episode to share what it's like living a life filled with travel and creating unforgettable memories. Don reveals when he caught the travel bug and got into travel writing, along with the travel piece that changed his career for the better. He also shares some of his traveling experiences and what he's learned from the culture, an astonishing Mount Kilimanjaro story, and how he considers traveling a religion. Additionally, Don reveals details from his book, “The Way of Wanderlust,” lists his favorite travel destinations, discusses how his dad retired early to travel, and provides advice for other travel writers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fanning The Flame of Romance by J. Don George

Today in the Cage with Michael Ball - CFL's new rules, Sask Sports HOF - Peter Loubardias - John Hodge (22:00) - Farhan Lalji (45:00) - Don George on Kenaston Super Draft (59:00) - Emmanuel Arceneaux (1:07:00) - Josh White (1:20:00) - Kevin Gallant (1:30:00)

In this episode of Tasty Tuesday's Talk,  zbrah and Geebs has a fully loaded show of topics and conversations.  The show welcomes spiritual healer and DJ, Don George. He is also the man behind  Good Vibe Tribe, which he will discuss in the show. Jennifer Soto is on the show to talk about akashic records. We also welcome healer and mediation light warrior  @Sharethelight333. And finally, DJ and producer and the official host of the Baja Beach Fest DJ Freddy Fresco.FOLLOW @@zmanzbrah@lowkeygeebs@tastemakers_tastytuesdays@dongeorge_gvt@jennifersoto816@sharethelight333@djfreddyfrescoofficial@goodvibetribeworld@gvtartist

Many have asked for Don George and Terri Sines to come back on the show explain how they grow their goats to the best of their potential.  This week we have guest speaker Don George on the show to do just that!  Don't miss this informational episode!

Travel writer Don George shares the reflections that have helped him get through the pandemic with a positive outlook. Then tour guides from the border-straddling Basque Country of Spain and France lend insights on their home turf, plus advice for enjoying it. And a pair of British guides describe a few of their favorite historic villages in the west of England, where the traditions of its scenic countryside are alive and well. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Hooman and Chris sit down with Don George, editor-at-large for National Geographic and Travel Writer extraordinaire. He is the author of The Way of Wanderlust: The Best Travel Writing of Don George, and has won dozens of writing awards.Don is presenting at the upcoming Sonoma Valley Author's Festival, August 27-29, 2021. In this episode of the Fandor Festival Podcast, Hooman and Chris talk with Don about some of the 90 countries he has visited, and some films that have stood out to Don. Today's show is brought to you by Fandor. Learn more about Fandor and subscribe for the latest updates here. Now playing on Fandor is Brother from Another Planet (1984).  Fandor on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fandorTwitter: https://twitter.com/FandorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fandorfilms/Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/fandor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adianez, Niebla, Don George y La Chamana llegaron directito del vuelo para contarnos todo lo que vivieron en Survivor y nos dejaron claro que la comida es lo que importa. ¿Quién iba a pensar que los problemas más grandes eran ocasionados por las frutas?

Explore collections of short stories with Corene, Fiona, Liz, Sadie, and Virginia. Books mentioned in this episode: Moonshot: The Indigenous Comics Collection edited by Hope Nicholson, Lonely Planet Better than Fiction 2: True adventures from 30 great fiction writers edited by Don George, Hex Life: Wicked New Tales of Witchery edited by Christopher Golden and Rachel Autumn Deering, Unspeakable Acts: True Tales of Crime, Murder, Deceit, and Obsession edited by Sarah Weinman, and Vampires Never Get Old: Tales with Fresh Bite edited by Zoraida Cordova and Natalie C. Parker. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepitfictional/message

Esteemed travel writer Paul Theroux recounts his cross-country adventure driving from Cape Cod to southern California amid a pandemic, and Don George of National Geographic Traveler describes how he's dealt with wanderlust while staying close to home. Then Laurence Brown of YouTube series Lost in the Pond shares a few of the surprises he's found since moving to America from England. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

This Week in Travel – Travel News Podcast. Co-hosts Gary Arndt and Jen Leo   SPECIAL GUEST DON GEORGE:   Don George is the author of The Way of Wanderlust: The Best Travel Writing of Don George and of How to Be a Travel Writer. Currently Editor at Large for National Geographic Travel, he has been Travel Editor at the San Francisco Examiner-Chronicle, Salon, and Lonely Planet. In addition to writing and editing, he also teaches workshops and leads tours around the world.   This Week’s News: What is Travel Shaming? https://traveltomorrow.com/what-is-travel-shaming/   Don George talks about his new ebook, "Wanderlust in the Time of Coronavirus.”   Destination San Francisco Don: Restaurants - Greens, Zuni Cafe https://greensrestaurant.com/ http://zunicafe.com/   Jen: Clement Street in the Inner Richmond.  Family Travel Hotel Zephyr, Fisherman’s Wharf, Exploratorium, https://www.hotelzephyrsf.com/ Adult travel: Carvallo Point https://www.cavallopoint.com/ Gary: National Parks in the Bay Area   Picks of the week:   Gary – Starlink - expanded Beta into rural areas - Australia and New Zealand, will change travel over the next several years. Life-changing internet for remote areas   Jen – COVID-19 US Travel Restrictions: State-by-State Guide for March 2021   https://www.travelpulse.com/gallery/impacting-travel/covid-19-us-travel-restrictions-state-by-state-guide-for-march-2021.html    Don – Autumn Light by Pico Iyer, Long Pedal of the Sea by Isabelle Allende Find Gary: Everything-everywhere.com  Don: don-george.com  Jen: @jenleo, @bitcuriousmom

An episode of diary entries — Sunday, 20 September 2020 — 12:05 p.m. — “The Song of the Volga Boatmen” — The emotional arc of waking up on some days — A feature of art — Emotional underpinnings — 12:22 p.m. — Norm Macdonald video of Letterman appearances — “Calypso Blues” by Nat King Cole (music) & Don George (lyrics) — A song that can bring a smile — Version by Mona Baptiste (early 1950s) — Sultry, interesting, relaxed — 23 September, 12:31 a.m. — Rod Serling talking to a group of young writers — Norm Macdonald's comment on The Twilight Zone — Probably the best TV series of all time — If only one TV series could survive — Only the original series — A series that gives you something — Alienation, loneliness, times of feeling lost in life, etc. — Dark in a healthy, helpful way — Northern Exposure — Anyone who watches it will benefit from the experience — The opposite of heavy — Back to The Twilight Zone — The dark gem — Should play in all countries at odd hours — Always swimming in our collective electrical subconscious — A pure, clarifying anger — Rod Serling cared — Genuine mystery and imagination — A sense of theatre — Virtually all science fiction series try to be multimillion-dollar films — The real gold of the future — The virtues of theatre — Most creators of science fiction, horror, or fantasy have no sense of imagination and mystery — David Lynch was right — Mystery is no longer appreciated — It can bring any type of story alive — Things that won't — Mystery, imagination, heart, and magic — 7 October 2020, 8:31 p.m. — Long pause — Even one great song — Songwriting — There had never been a song like “Riders in the Sky” — The kernel from which Ennio Morricone unfolded his western music — A reminder about life — Now is the only time — Quote from Kim Stanley Robinson's Pacific Edge (1988, from the Three Californias Trilogy) — “What do you talk about when you're falling in love?” — When the apocalypse comes — Its own paradise — We don't get everything — Fate is a strange thing

In this episode the guys talk with Don George. Terri Sines and her husband Don George breed some of the most consistent LaManchas in the country. Listen in as we pick his brain about his herd

Brad and Holly talk with award-winning travel editor, author, and trip guide leader Don George. Don's extraordinary career spans the globe, literally, and includes time with The San Francisco Chronicle, Salon.com, Lonely Planet, National Geographic Traveler, Gadfly, GeoEx, and—woohoo—Weekend Sherpa, where he was a founding editorial advisor! Brad and Holly talk to Don about quarantine life, travels near and far, keeping wanderlust alive, and the future of international and local adventure. BONUS: Don gives a very special reading from his book The Way of Wanderlust.

2 Timothy 2:15 - J. Don George quizzes the congregation on their Biblical knowledge and particularly looks at the doctrines of sanctification, sin, and grace - Sonlife Broadcasting Network - 08/11/19. Please visit www.jsm.org for more information. Episode Length: 51:02

2 Timothy 2:15 - J. Don George quizzes the congregation on their Biblical knowledge and particularly looks at the doctrines of sanctification, sin, and grace - Sonlife Broadcasting Network - 08/11/19. Please visit www.jsm.org for more information. Episode Length: 51:02

If you love the rock 'n roll, and who doesn't... Mitch Miller! (That story here.) Steve Resnik, creator, curator, and owner of the West Coast Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame Museum, and human encyclopedia of rock 'n roll, takes us through his growing up in Chicago in the 50s and 60s, coming alive as kid with the birth of said, rock 'n roll, walking us through the early days to the glory days. First as a passionate, obsessed listener and appreciator, to college radio program director, interviewer, where Stevie Wonder, Jim Morrison, and Led Zeppelin are a very few of his successes, and one of his perceived failures. Steve lived Cameron Crowe's life in Almost Famous, only more gloriously. The Whiskey and The Troubadour were his home. He saw, met and partied with everybody, and I mean everybody who was anybody. Hendrix, Joplin, Wonder, oh my. One of the great record promoters hisself, he worked alongside the greatest in his eyes... stories of Clive Davis, Berry Gordy, Diana Ross, John Lennon, and the beforementioned Jim Morrison and Stevie Wonder... those two tales... WOW! We'd planned to be downstairs in the 45 room, where Steve has every single which charted from the day 45s were created in '55 thru to their extinction. Unfortunately, the vinyl is downstairs in the basement to keep them cool, and sadly the WiFi was too erratic to trust. So we'll do a raincheck with our Stump Steve, where he can locate any 45 within 20 seconds and play it. I'll have to get one of those portable hotspots for the fun. Prior to the interview, thanks so much Rob Barnett for inviting me to his party at Steve's a few months ago, Steve quizzed me on my credits. Greatest victory for me, I was able to answer Steve's sudden rapid fire Live questions and was given a nod of approval from one who knows the score. My father would be so proud. Wildly, Pete's uncle, Don George, was an A&M rep out of Cleveland when Steve was the VP and attended a party in the very room where we did this conversation. Love the small world stuff. This was rock 'n roll edutainment to the gazillionith degree. We was schooled! Loved every second. Steve Resnik on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson Wed, 6/26/19, 7 pm PT/ 10 pm ET With Pete George Live on The Facebook Full show replay here http://bit.ly/2NsexGy All BROADcasts, as podcasts, also available on iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Soundcloud http://bit.ly/2hktWoS Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj This week's BROADcast is brought to you by Rick Smolke of Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing, the best people people-ing. quikimpressions.com And, Nicole Venables of Ruby Begonia Hair Studio Beauty and Products for tresses like the stars she coifs, and regular peoples, like me. I love my hair, and I loves Nicole. http://www.rubybegoniahairstudio.com/

In this Tastemakers Tuesday edition the gang reveals who's getting laid and who is not. The decriminalization of mushrooms in Oakland and we have a very special guest from the Good Vibe Tribe (GVT), Don George(soundcloud @goodvibetribe and IG @ dongeorge_gvt ). He discusses an the upcoming GVT festival in August in Puerto Rico and another monthly day party in the works in Los Angeles. He also delivers a special techno set that will blow your mind, buckle up! Geebs Cryptic Collection: Djuma Soundsystem(@djuma-soundsystem). "Body Language Vol. 21." You do not want to miss this one!

Welcome Aboard FLIGHT OSO! Buckle up! and get ready for take off as we take you on a musical journey! : Social Media | Contact : ▶ BOOKING : OSOCITYBOOKINGS@Yahoo.com ▶ Spotify : open.spotify.com/artist/7HEvQ6oJuJ8OfVZeEuZIm6 ▶ SOUNDCLOUD : @osocity954 ▶ FACEBOOK : www.facebook.com/OSOCITY/? ref=aymt_homepage_panel ▶INSTAGRAM : www.instagram.com/osocity/ ▶ TWITTER : twitter.com/OSOCITY ▶ SNAPCHAT : @OSOCITY ▶ WEBSITE : OSOCITY.Com ▶ Track List 1.Sleazy Stereo, Noiz - Work Out 2.D'Maduro - Cepillaso 3.Konshens & J Capri - Pull Up To Mi Bumper (Limitless Remix) 4.Sound Of Da Police - Noiz & Omar Duro X Naffz Mash Up 5.Tom Thomson x Huisman - OMW 6.CANIBAL- FA!L (Original) 7.Sean Paul - Gimme The Light (Limitless Remix) 8.Don George & Wild Funk - Little One 9.J-Mason & Johnny K - Wazig Ft. Ecoma 10.Sleazy Stereo - Gas Dem' Riddim 11.Moradzo x Merdan D - Baila

Legendary travel writer and editor Don George makes his triumphant return to my show! We talked travel, Don’s collection The Way of Wanderlust, which chronicles 40 years of inspired writing on the road, and much, much more. Don even sang in Japanese! Recorded live July 15, 2018.

Not to be outdone by Don George singing in Japanese on a previous episode, Outside magazine founding editor and legendary travel writer Tim Cahill wowed the show by telling a moving story about penguins in the Barcelona zoo—en español! Tim also shared his 25-year battle with malaria, going deep while writing, and why dying didn’t change much. Recorded live on air on July 15, 2018.

Matthew is introduced by legendary travel writer Don George at this live reading performed on 2/15/18 at Weekday Wanderlust at the Mystic Hotel in San Francisco. Matthew performs his story about an experience gone horribly awry at a urinal in Eastern Europe.

For our holiday podcast Jeff speaks with beloved travel writer and editor Don George. George is the author of How to Be a Travel Writer and The Way of Wanderlust: The Best Travel Writing of Don George, and Editor-at-Large for National Geographic Traveler. We also tune in to some Senegalese harp music, and quiz you on the Sumo diet.

In this dialog with Don George Professor Robert AF Thurman discusses the psychological & spiritual value of performing pilgrimages both in the modern day as well as in the life of Prince Siddhartha and his original group of followers. Podcast includes dialog with Don George and a short guided meditation for those performing pilgrimages to Buddhist sites. Excerpted from the Geo Ex talk “Every Journey Is a Pilgrimage” given at Cavallo Point in Sausalito, CA, on November 10, 2013. “Pilgrimage: Inner and Outer Pilgrimages – Ep. 114 of the Bob Thurman Podcast” is apart of the “Buddhist Pilgrimage Series” using field recordings of Robert AF Thurman and friends from his global docent tours benefiting the work of Tibet House US. To listen to more archive recordings from from past Robert AF Thurman teachings + public events please consider becoming a Tibet House US member. To Learn about the benefits of Tibet House US Membership please visit: www.tibethouse.us. The song ‘Dancing Ling’ by Tenzin Choegyal from the album ‘Heart Sutra‘ (2004) by Ethno Super Lounge is used on the Bob Thurman Podcast with artist’s permission, all rights reserved. Don George is Editor in Chief of Wanderlust: Literary Journeys for the Discerning Traveler. He has been Travel Editor for Salon.com and the San Francisco Examiner and Chronicle, as well as Global Travel Editor for Lonely Planet Publications. Don is the author of “The Way of Wanderlust: The Best Travel Writing of Don George” and of “Lonely Planet’s Guide to Travel Writing.” He has also edited eleven anthologies, including A Moveable Feast, The Kindness of Strangers, and An Innocent Abroad. To learn about upcoming Geo Ex Trips with Robert AF Thurman please visit: www.geoex.com Norbulingka Museum photo by Nevil Zaveri via Flickr.com

This Week in Travel - Travel News Podcast. Regular hosts Jen Leo and Chris Christensen are joined by this week's guests: Don George – Travel writer, edit and author of The Way of Wanderlust: The Best Travel Writing of Don George and director of the Book Passage Travel Writers & Photographers Conference and Johnny Jet from JohnnyJet.com  

My guest today is the one and only Don George! Don is the author of the best-selling travel writing guide on the planet, “The Lonely Planet Guide to Travel Writing”. He is currently Editor at Large and Book Review Columnist for National Geographic Traveler magazine, Special Features Editor and Blogger for BBC Travel, and Editor of [...] The post BITW 052: How to Become a Great Travel Writer with Don George appeared first on Break Into Travel Writing.

My guest today is the one and only Don George! Don is the author of the best-selling travel writing guide on the planet, “The Lonely Planet Guide to Travel Writing”. He is currently Editor at Large and Book Review Columnist for National Geographic Traveler magazine, Special Features Editor and Blogger for BBC Travel, and Editor of [...] The post BITW 052: How to Become a Great Travel Writer with Don George appeared first on Break Into Travel Writing.

This Week in Travel - Travel News Podcast. Regular hosts Gary Arndt, Jen Leo and Chris Christensen are joined by this week's guest Don George - Travel writer, edit and author of The Way of Wanderlust: The Best Travel Writing of Don George

"For every alleyway out there, there's an alleyway inside of you." This is part 2 of my conversation with Don George. Listen to part 1. Don George is the Editor at Large for National Geographic Traveler, as well as a Special Features Editor for Gadling. He’s the former editor of the San Francisco Examiner and Chronicle. the founder and former editor of the Wanderlust section of Salon.com, and the Global Travel Editor at Lonely Planet. He’s the author of the lonely planet guide to travel writing and most recently the editor of An Innocent Abroad, Lonely Planet’s most recent collection of travel stories from some amazing people, some of whom I’m lucky enough to call friends. In this two-part conversation, Don shares his beginnings as an aspiring poet, a pilgrimage to Paris to follow in the footsteps of great writers, and his transformation into a travel writer. In it, we explore what it means to live profoundly, how travel can make that easier to achieve, and how to uncover the stories that are waiting for you to tell.   Explore further Learn more about Don at Don-George.com Get An Innocent Abroad, on Amazon Credits Music credit: Intrepid Journey, by Aaron Static Become a Friend of the Show: Please subscribe and review! It just takes a second and you can help the show increase its rankings on iTunes just by this simple and quick gesture. We’d be grateful for a review. Leave one here. If you do, click here to let me know so I can personally thank you! Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, email me! I’d love to hear from you. Thank you so much for your support! The post 196: Travel is a Mirror with Don George (Part 2) appeared first on The Daily Travel Podcast.

Don George is the Editor at Large for National Geographic Traveler, as well as a Special Features Editor for Gadling. He's the former editor of the San Francisco Examiner and Chronicle. the founder and former editor of the Wanderlust section of Salon.com, and the Global Travel Editor at Lonely Planet. He’s the author of the lonely planet guide to travel writing and most recently the editor of An Innocent Abroad, Lonely Planet’s most recent collection of travel stories from some amazing people, some of whom I’m lucky enough to call friends. In this two-part conversation, Don shares his beginnings as an aspiring poet, a pilgrimage to Paris to follow in the footsteps of great writers, and his transformation into a travel writer. In it, we explore what it means to live profoundly, how travel can make that easier to achieve, and how to uncover the stories that are waiting for you to tell. Explore further Learn more about Don at Don-George.com Get An Innocent Abroad, on Amazon Credits Music credit: Intrepid Journey, by Aaron Static Become a Friend of the Show: Please subscribe and review! It just takes a second and you can help the show increase its rankings on iTunes just by this simple and quick gesture. We’d be grateful for a review. Leave one here. If you do, click here to let me know so I can personally thank you! Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, email me! I’d love to hear from you. Thank you so much for your support! The post 195: Living Profoundly with Don George (Part 1) appeared first on The Daily Travel Podcast.

It's the last Tuesday of the month so it's time for the Ruckus roundtable. Listen in as Ryan & Jeandra are joined by Ismael AbduSalaam (beatsboxingmayhem.com) & Brandon Stubbs (punch2theface.com).  Also joining the team, Main Events CEO Kathy Duva and the New IBO super middleweight champion Don George.  The show goes LIVE at 7PM PT. If you'd like to call in, 718.508.9852

I'm so honored to be speaking to my next guest, who pretty much is considered by everyone in the biz to be the godfather of travel writing! If I mentioned all of Don George's accolades & awards, we'd be here all day, so I'll have to point out just a few. Don has edited nine wonderful anthologies, he's written the definitive how-to book about travel writing called "Lonely Planet's Guide to Travel Writing," he's the editor at large & book review columnist for National Geographic Traveler, he's the special features editor & blogger at Gadling...& much more! Make sure to follow along on the wonderful journey that Don provides with his words. You can read his blog at www.Don-George.com, or follow him on Twitter at @don_george, & also find out info about his wonderful Travel Writers & Photographers Conference at www.BookPassage.com.

See how attending a performance at one of Europe's great concert venues can add to your enjoyment of classical music. A guide from Portugal introduces us to some of the high points away from Lisbon. Also, travel writer Don George shares stories of life-changing food adventures around the world. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Middleweight Contender Caleb Truax Joins Rope A Dope Radio to talk about his big fight coming up this Friday on Espn2 Friday Night Fights versus Don George! Also, Recap from last weekend that featured several KO's on HBO, Espn2 Friday Night Fights, and the NBC Sports Network! Plus, Preview, Debate, & Predictions for the Showtime Fights that feature Unbeaten Adrien Broner vs Paulie Malignaggi, for Malignaggi's Welterweight belt and the rematch between Heavyweight Contenders Jonathan Banks and Seth Mitchell. Prospect Dustan Petron, who is making his pro debut on the Espn 2 off T.V. undercard this friday will stop by the show for an interview. Other Topics For Discussion- Bernard Hopkins vs Sergey Kovalev is order by the IBF after Hopkins vs Murat was cancelled due to Visa issues. -Former rising star Middleweight Contender James Kirkland arrested. -After a sensational KO win by Mikey Garcia on HBO should he try to stay at 126 (Garcia blamed being 2 pounds over the Featherweight limit on being sick) or move up to 130 to face Rocky Martinez? U.K. Promoter Frank Warren is trying to secure a Cleverly vs Kovalev fight. This and many more news items will be covered. Listen Live on Your Phone 646-381-4990 or Call in and Join The RoundTable! Your Voice Will Be Heard! 

The Amateur Traveler talks to well-known travel writer / editor Don George about his first visit to the Champagne region of France. Despite having lived in France after college, Don had never visited the area made so famous by the blind monk Dom Perignon and his sparkling wine. Don discovered a beautiful agricultural area and learned the secret to a good life is one bottle of Champagne a day.

The Amateur Traveler talks to well-known travel writer / editor Don George about his first visit to the Champagne region of France. Despite having lived in France after college, Don had never visited the area made so famous by the blind monk Dom Perignon and his sparkling wine. Don discovered a beautiful agricultural area and learned the secret to a good life is one bottle of Champagne a day.

The Amateur Traveler talks to well-known travel writer / editor Don George about his first visit to the Champagne region of France. Despite having lived in France after college, Don had never visited the area made so famous by the blind monk Dom Perignon and his sparkling wine. Don discovered a beautiful agricultural area and learned the secret to a good life is one bottle of Champagne a day.

The Amateur Traveler talks to well-known travel writer / editor Don George about his first visit to the Champagne region of France. Despite having lived in France after college, Don had never visited the area made so famous by the blind monk Dom Perignon and his sparkling wine. Don discovered a beautiful agricultural area and learned the secret to a good life is one bottle of Champagne a day.

with special guests Don George and Pam Mandel

Hear how attending a performance at one of Europe's great concert venues can add to your enjoyment of classical music. A guide from Portugal introduces us to some of the high points away from Lisbon. Also, travel writer Don George shares stories of life-changing food adventures around the world. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

We're exploring the perfect souvenir for the person who already has everything. Celia Lyttelton describes how she traveled the world to collect the ingredients for creating her own perfect personal perfume. She explains the powerful connection fragrances have between places, memories, and our emotions. Also, travel writer Don George and callers share stories of how the kindness of strangers saved the day in their overseas travels. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

This week's guests Don George from Gadling and Book Passage Travel Writing Conference and Jessica Speigel from BootsnAll.comNews Stories this week:    * Delta apologizes for sending separate kids to the wrong cities    * Romanian stowaway survives flight from Vienna to Heathrow    * Airline credit cards dangle perks to lure new customers    * New airline rules may lead to peanut ban    * US teenage sailor Abby Sunderland found in Indian OceanTips:    * Gary - Netflix iPod app, Google Earth for iPad    * Jen - AOL Travel will pay $1000 for destination guides    * Don - All of the Map by Laura Fraser    * Jessica - Bootnsall Traveler's Connect facebook application    * Chris - iPhone 4​

Rick experiences traditional Japanese culture with help from Lonely Planet author, Andrew Bender and learns from travel writer Don George about the Kindness of Strangers and how interacting with the locals -- regardless of the language barrier -- can make a big difference. Also, ultra-frequent flyer Johnny Jet offers tips for making your next flight more enjoyable. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Celia Lyttelton shares her story of how she traveled the world to collect the ingredients for her own perfect personal perfume -- the perfect souvenir for the person who already has everything -- and explains the powerful connection fragrances hold between places, memories, and our emotions. Also, travel writer Don George and callers discuss how the Kindness of Strangers saved the day on more than one overseas occasion and a new set of listener travel haiku takes us sailing in the Caribbean. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Rick and travel guru Don George share advice with listeners about romantic getaways, B&Bs, and connecting with the locals. We'll also hear Jennifer Cox's story of traveling the world to find a soulmate -- and where she found him -- and get a first-hand report from Siena in central Italy about how to savor the moment, Tuscan-style. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Travel writer Don George joins Rick to field listener emails about travel to the developing world. We'll also get pointers for touring the massive Amazon River region of Brazil, where river transportation is like a non-stop party boat, and learn about the indigenous Maori culture of New Zealand. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

On this week's Travel with Rick Steves, we'll hear about Cambodia's capital city of Phnom Penh from a travel author on assignment in Southeast Asia. And we'll learnr how to plan a visit to the misty Cambodian jungle and it's magnificent temples at Angkor Wat. Also, travel editor Don George joins Rick to help listeners practice the craft of travel writing and research. And a listener entices us to his home town in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Rick chats with Don George from Lonely Planet publications about how Americans are being received overseas and investigates how interacting with the locals in our travels sometime means depending on the kindness of strangers. We'll also find out if New Orleans still has its 'soul' since being battered by Hurricane Katrina and learn from guidebook author Jay Cooke how "volun-tourism" may be one way to boost the spirit of the city, while still having a good time at this year's Mardi Gras and Jazzfest. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.