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"Enjoying 'The Conversation' -  Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee ☕️! Lola Akinmade, author, photographer, travel writer, and former IT professional shares her remarkable journey from programming interactive maps to traveling the world capturing stories through multiple creative mediums. Her path hasn't been straightforward; despite facing over 70 rejections for her debut novel because publishers didn't want Black women centered in Nordic settings, she persisted. That persistence paid off, allowing her the freedom to write her latest novel, Bitter Honey, exactly as she envisioned.Throughout our conversation, we explore what it means to create with intention rather than seeking external validation, social media, friendship, and life's unexpected turnsJoin us for this enriching conversation about cultural connection, the importance of being seen and heard, and embracing what Lola calls "the soft life."Bitter HoneyTwo women. Four decades. A lifetime of secrets. 1978: A scholarship draws Nancy from Gambia's warmth into Sweden's winter. When her friendship with charismatic scholar Lars blossoms into something more, she thinks she may have finally found her place. But there's more to Lars than his charming persona, and Nancy is about to discover the danger of being drawn into his world…2006: Tina has had her taste of fame as the nation's Eurovision pop princess. But beneath her glittery façade, Tina is desperate to discover who she really is. Her mother, Nancy, seems desperate to keep the past under wraps, but will an unexpected figure help open the door?Follow Lola AkinmadeSend us a textSupport the show"Enjoying 'The Conversation'? Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee ☕️! Every contribution helps keep the show going.https://ko-fi.com/nadinemathesonDon't forget to subscribe, download and review. You can purchase books by the authors featured in our conversations through my affiliate shop on Bookshop.org. By using this link, you'll be supporting independent bookstores, and I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Follow Me:www.nadinematheson.com BlueSky: @nadinematheson.com Substack: @nadinematheson Instagram: @queennadsThreads: @nadinematheson Facebook: nadinemathesonbooksTikTok: @writer_nadinematheson

Note to listeners: we're currently on hiatus, returning with new episodes in April 2025. Until then, we're sharing some of our favorite episodes from the archive each week. Today, we're speaking with Lola Akinmade Åkerström, an award-winning storyteller, travel photographer, writer, creator, TED speaker, and multi-book author. She's a Hasselblad Heroine and she runs the Stockholm-based travel consultancy, Geotraveler Media and the Geotraveler Media Academy. In this episode, Lola shares how the manuscript for her novel was rejected 70 times (that's right, seven-zero!) before being picked up and how the book is now out with four different publishers. We cover pitching, rejections, and being prepared when National Geographic comes knocking on your door. Reminder: I'm running a 10-day group trip to Jordan this May. The trip runs from May 18th to 27th and you can get all the information by visiting here. Throughout February, you can save $150 off your booking by using code GOINGPLACESFEB when you join our trip. The code expires on Fri, Feb 28. Original Air Date: Aug 18, 2021.What you'll learn in this episode:Lola shares the story behind one of her most memorable photographsWhy Lola defines herself as a multipotentialiteLola's advice for those reliant on a job but eager to make the transition to full-time creative work: find anchor clientsTips for navigating rejection during the pitching processHow to stop putting yourself in a box and live beyond the expectations of others; the power of asking “why not?”Why blindly following trends is like trying to swim in a raging sea; be a surferLola speaks candidly about the challenges she has encountered on her journeyWhy Lola believes that comparison does not benefit creative entrepreneursFeatured on the show:Follow Lola on Instagram | @lolaakinmadeFollow Lola on LinkedIn | Lola ÅkerströmCheck out Lola's website at akinmade.comLearn more about Geotraveler Media AcademyWatch Lola's TED Talk, The power of asking "Why not?" Order Lola's book, In Every Mirror She's Black on AmazonLearn more about our upcoming trip to Jordan in May hereGet more information at: Going Places website Join our Going Places newsletter to get updates on new episodes and Yulia's travel storytelling work. Subscribe at goingplacesmedia.com/newsletter!For more BTS of this podcast follow @goingplacesmedia on Instagram and check out our videos on YouTube!Please head over to Apple Podcasts and...

Welcome to our 100th Episode! Cue the confetti! Thank you for being part of our community. In this episode, we're thrilled to sit down with Andrea Pippins—illustrator, author, and creative powerhouse—as she shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery, growth, and artistic transformation. Andrea opens up about the defining moments that shaped her career and creative voice from her early influences to her bold decision to move to Sweden. Through candid reflections and actionable advice, Andrea explores the challenges and rewards of building a freelance business abroad, navigating cultural differences, and staying connected in a virtual world. Whether you're a seasoned creative or just starting out, Andrea's will story inspire you to embrace curiosity, prioritize your goals, and create with intention. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN: How curiosity fuels creativity and opens doors to unexpected opportunities. Why networking and mentorship are key to professional and personal growth. The importance of adapting to cultural differences when building connections in a new country. Tips for staying productive and setting meaningful goals in your creative practice. How Andrea balances freelancing with motherhood while living abroad. The value of keeping a physical idea book to track and organize your projects. Insights into financial transparency, including how Andrea shares her income breakdown. Why travel and cultural immersion are essential for expanding artistic perspectives. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Creative Journey 04:57 Andrea Pippins: A Life in Art 19:06 Cultural Transition and Community Building 30:38 From Corporate to Freelance: A Transformative Leap 44:06 Navigating Income and Financial Transparency 48:16 Advice for Aspiring Artists Get to know Andrea Pippins: https://www.andreapippins.com/aboutFollow Andrea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreapippins/ Get to know Martine Severin Website: https://martineseverin.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martine.severin/ Follow This Is How We Create: https://www.instagram.com/thisishowwecreate_/Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://martineseverin.substack.com Book Mentioned: Building a Second Brain by Tiago Forte Income pie: Lola Akinmade https://www.instagram.com/lolaakinmade/?hl=en This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin and edited by Santiago Cardona. Episode research by Braila West.

Dolores Semeraro interviews Lola Akinmade Åkerström, international bestselling author, keynote speaker, and award-winning travel photographer for National Geographic, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, Travel + Leisure and more. Lola Akinmade Åkerström was named one of 2023's Most Influential Women in Travel by Travel Pulse and has been recognized with multiple prestigious awards for her work including Condé Nast Traveler's 2024 Women Who Travel Power List. connect with LolaTruth Behind Travel Podcast is sponsored by “Women Travel Leaders”Women Travel Leaders is a community that supports high performing purpose driven travel business leaders grow their travel businesses in less time by fostering a community of heart-led leaders who prioritise authenticity and impact above all else.Through global online and in-person events, community lead learning, and peer to peer support, Women Travel Leaders creates the conditions for trusted connections that foster mutual support that lead to new business opportunities. Are you ready to start thriving in your travel business and your life through connecting with a powerful community that truly has your back? Follow this link mention DOLORES in the Referrer name to first access when applications open again and receive 25% off your first year of membership. ____________________________Welcome to Truth Behind Travel Podcast a platform for tourism, travel and hospitality professionals and enthusiasts to share, learn and unlearn what we need to create better tourism, protect the environment and become better humans. I am your host Dolores Semeraro and every week I bring on the podcast the voices of those out there making a difference, to learn the hard truths behind the world of travel and tourism, what works and what we can collectively do better. Welcome to Season 4 - a series of conversation fully dedicated to Women in Travel the trailblazers the visionaries who have been and continue to be the force for good we need to hear more from. Dolores Semeraro is a sought-after international tourism keynote speaker and sustainable tourism marketing professional. Dolores actively works in the tourism and travel conference space as a keynote speaker and moderator, gracing the stages of international tourism summits and trade shows. As a professional keynote speaker, Dolores' speaking topics encompass sustainable digital marketing for the tourism industry, how to establish digital mastery, and learn how to identify today's traveler's needs. During the pandemic, Dolores launched her podcast show named ‘Truth Behind Travel Podcast' where she regularly interviews tourism and travel industry leaders and representatives on how to rebuild the future of travel. In the recent years, Dolores has continued to work and live on beautiful islands such as Mauritius, where she started her tourism and hospitality marketing consultancy working closely with the Mauritian luxury hospitality sector as corporate trainer. According to her international clients, Dolores is a gifted trainer and intuitive workshop facilitator. She is now based in Europe where she actively works as keynote speaker and corporate trainer in the tourism industry. www.doloressemeraro.com dolores@doloressemeraro.com Instagram @dolores_semeraro LinkedIn @dolores.sem

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In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a special summer mashup of guests who discuss inspiring the next generation through travel. Traveling with children is a topic near and dear to our hearts at Soul of Travel, and we are excited to share these clips with you!Guests highlighted include:· Kat Medina· Lola Akinmade· Catherine Gallagher· Retha Charette· Samantha Runkel· Ellenore AngelidisJoin Christine for this special soulful mashup episode. Available Wednesday.

Today on the show, we're exploring the idea of rest (including cognitive rest), how the US culture sees it differently from Europeans, and what the relationship is between rest and creativity. And stick around in the end for a special announcement. Featured on the show:Read the CNBC report on US attitudes toward vacationRead the Financial Times article, Europeans have more time, Americans more money. Which is better?Check out the 2023 World Happiness RankingsRead this article on the history of the 5-day workweekLearn more about cognitive rest from this Harvard Business Review articleCheck out what Lola Akinmade has to say about restGet more information at: Going Places website Join our Going Places newsletter to get updates on new episodes and Yulia's travel storytelling work. Subscribe at goingplacesmedia.com/newsletter!For more BTS of this podcast follow @goingplacesmedia on Instagram and check out our videos on YouTube!Please head over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE to the show. If you enjoy this conversation, please share it with others on social and don't forget to tag us @goingplacesmedia!And show us some love, if you have a minute, by rating Going Places or leaving us a review wherever you listen. You'll be helping us to bend the arc of algorithms towards our community — thank you!Going Places with Yulia Denisyuk is a show that sparks a better understanding of people and places near and far by fostering a space for real conversations to occur. Each week, we sit down with travelers, journalists, creators, and people living and working in destinations around the world. Hosted by Yulia Denisyuk, an award-winning travel journalist, photographer, and writer who's worked with National Geographic, The New York Times, BBC Travel, and more. Learn more about our show at goingplacesmedia.com.

Hello, hi! We know that the MLT main feed always enjoys a crossover episode with my sister podcast Medium Lady Reads (affectionately known as MLR). Enjoy this episode with guest host Alesia Galati from @wereadsmut on Instagram! _______________________ Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 22, “The BIPOC Alphabet Reading Challenge with guest Alesia Galati.” In this episode, Jillian and Erin welcome their first guest host, Alesia Galati! They're discussing Alesia's BIPOC Alphabet Reading Challenge. Jillian and Erin would love it if you shared what diverse authors you're reading! Be sure to tag them on Instagram, Jillian is @jillianfindinghappy and Erin is @medium.lady, or you can tag the show @mediumladyreads! In This Episode: Jillian welcomes Alesia to the episode. Alesia is the owner and founder of Galati Media, as well as podcast host of two shows, “Successful Podcasting Unlocked” and “Listeners to Leads.” In addition to being a fellow book lover. She is the co-creator behind We Read Smut on Instagram, a bookish account dedicated to those who like their books ranging anywhere from sweet to scorching.  You can find Alesia on Instagram here, and you can find @WeReadSmut on Instagram here. Alesia introduces herself.  Learn how Alesia was reintroduced into the reading world. All three women check-in on how their reading is going. It's time to talk about the BIPOC Alphabet Challenge and you can learn all about it by clicking here. Alesia kicks-off the recommendations in this episode - tune in to hear all 26 recommendations from diverse authors.  The women share what's on their holds list. Books In This Episode: A: Almost Maybes by Anna P.  A: Against the Loveless World by Susan Abulhawa B: Bad Guy by Kenya Goree-Bell C: Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese D: Drop Dead Gorgeous by Lauren Landish E: Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon F: Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley G: Getting Schooled by Christina C. Jones H: Honey and Spice by Bolu Babalola I: In Every Mirror She's Black by Lola Akinmade Åkerström J: Just for the Cameras by Viano Oniomoh J: Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward J: The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan K: Kwarq by Nikki Clarke K: Know My Name by Chanel Miller K: The Kite Runner by Khalid Hosseini L: Leave the World Behind by Ruman Alaam M: Much Ado about Nada by Uzma Jallaludin N: Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley O: On the Come Up by Angie Thomas P: Persepolis by Marjane Strajapi Q: Queenie & the Krakens by Aleera Anaya Ceres Q: Q&A by Vikas Swarup Q: Quicksand by Nella Larsen R: Role Playing by Cathy Yardley S: ShadowLands Omega by Elizabeth Stephens T: Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi V: V - Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas V: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett V: Venco by Cherie Dimaline W: We Were Dreamers by Simu Liu X: Xeni by Rebekah Weatherspoon X: Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia X: XOXO by Axie Oh Y: Yolk by Mary H.K. Choi Z: Prize Money by Celeste Castro Z: Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xóchitl González Z: Zora Books Her Happily Ever After by Taj McCoy

A British explorer who transformed travel and travel writing and a Nigerian novelist and travel blogger talk to Ella Al-Shamahi about their adventures around the world.Hilary Bradt co-founded the world's largest independently owned guidebook publisher fifty years ago. She's been inspiring travellers to go off the beaten track ever since, publishing guides to destinations where no guidebook previously existed, like Uganda, Yugoslavia, North Korea, Eritrea and Madagascar.Lola Akinmade Åkerström is a Nigerian travel storyteller, photographer, speaker and an international author whose books are published in 18 languages. She lives in Sweden, teaches travel writing and is the current editor-in-chief for Slow Travel Stockholm.Produced by Jane Thurlow(Image: (L) Lola Akinmade Åkerström, credit Jessica Wikström. (R) Hilary Bradt, credit Alex Graeme.)

Do you feel like you are not fitting in? In this episode our guest Lola Akinmade Åkerström talks about finding your voice and finding your place in a new culture. Lola has created her own super culture by combining the best parts of Nigerian, American and Swedish culture. Her message is that you are more than enough!Lola Akinmade Åkerström is a Nigerian-American-Swedish storyteller. She's an international bestselling author with two novels, an award-winning travel book, and a book about the Swedish word ‘lagom'. As a photographer her work has appeared in such prestigious publications as National Geographic and has been named a Hasselblad Heroine 2022. More about Lola Akinmade Åkerström https://akinmade.com/ The photo project ÅFRÖSWÈ̩DÉ̩ at Instagram @theafroswede Books by Lola Akinmade Åkerström: In Every Mirror She's Black Everything is Not EnoughLagom: The Swedish Secret of Living WellDue North Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this episode of Red Carpet, we have an interview with Nigerian photographer Lola Akinmade; in Colorado designers are mixing modern fashion with cultural textiles from different countries, and we'll take you to the Botanical Gardens here in Washington DC for the "Season's Greenings" holiday exhibition.

In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by JourneyWoman, Christine hosts a soulful conversation with author and visual storyteller Lola Akinmade, founder of Geotraveler Media Academy. Lola is an award-winning visual storyteller, international bestselling author, and travel entrepreneur based in Stockholm, Sweden. She is the editor-in-chief for Slow Travel Stockholm and has written for National Geographic Traveler, BBC, and CNN, among others. She has been named a 2022 Hasselblad Heroine and received the 2018 Travel Photographer of the Year Bill Muster Award. In addition to contributing to several travel books, Lola authored Due North, LAGOM: Swedish Secret of Living Well, In Every Mirror She's Black, and Everything is Not Enough.Christine and Lola discuss:Creating balance in our lives as mothers and travel professionalsOur shared value of connection and how our travel values show up in our photography, travel, and lifeThe question: Who Gets to Share the Story of a Place?An update from Lola about Local Purse, first featured in Soul of Travel Podcast Episode 26Join Christine now for this soulful conversation with Lola Akinmade.

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Lola Akinamade returns to the podcast to discuss her new book Everything Is Not Enough the sequel to her wildly popular debut fiction novel, In Every Mirror She's Black.  This episode contains spoilers!* Buy Everything is Not Enough  (https://bookshop.org/p/books/everything-is-not-enough-lola-akinmade-akerstrom/19879627?aid=94836&ean=9780063316973&listref=books-to-flourish-in-the-foreign-f688a647-e9d3-4e75-9e74-05406e2bdce2) This Episode Covers:  Purchase Everything is Not Enough   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music     "Why We Left America" Live Panel Discussion with Cinnamon aka Driven Spice (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poXTm8J9d8M&t=3s)   The Expat Woman Summit (https://www.theexpatwoman.com/)   Power to Fly: Beyond Boundaries: UK & Europe Diversity Summit (https://powertofly.com/events/summit/copy-of-uk-europe-diversity-summit)     Move Abroad with Intention Moving Abroad with Intention Guide  (https://flourishforeign.gumroad.com/l/move-abroad-with-intention-guide ) Move Abroad with Intention Playlist S1 E 25: How to Get A Job Abroad S1 E 32: Going Abroad with Intention S1 E 33: Dating Abroad Pt. 1 S1 E 47: Go Abroad & Cultivate A Life Well Lived S1 E 59: Financial Wellness Abroad S2 E 10: Does Moving Abroad = A Soft Life S2 E 14: Healthcare Abroad Pt. 1 S2 E 17: Black Pregnancy Abroad S2 E 19: Black Motherhood Abroad Pt. 1 S4 E 12: Ask Me Anything- 100th Episode S4 E 21: Living in Spain   Build A Business Abroad Build a Business Abroad Guide ( https://www.christinejob.com/guides ) Listen to the Build A Business Abroad Playlist S3 E 1: Black Women Building Businesses Abroad | Build A Business Abroad S3 E 2: How Jannese Torres-Rodriguez Created A Six-Figure Blog | Build A Business Abroad S3 E 3: The Wellness of Entrepreneurship for Black Women & WOC | Build A Business Abroad S3 E 4: How To Get Started | Build A Business Abroad S3 E 5: Creating, Launching & Monetizing a Podcast | Build A Business Abroad S3 E 6: Ask Me Anything: Your Questions Answered | Build A Business Abroad https://www.ChristineJob.com    Flourish in the Foreign Resources Join the Buy Me a Coffee Membership (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign) Check out the Flourish in the Foreign Bookshop (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com/books) Ask Me Anything! (https://www.speakpipe.com/FlourishInTheForeignAskMe) https://www.Flourishintheforeign.com  

Books mentioned in this episode: The Blood Gift by N.E. Davenport The World We Make by N.K. Jemisin The Kingmaker by Kennedy Ryan The Rebel King by Kennedy Ryan Everything is Not Enough by Lola Akinmade Åkerström Hola Papi by John Paul Brammer Poppy War by R.F. Kuang Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang Burning God by R.F. Kuang Yellowface by R.F. Kuang D'Vauhgn and Kris Plan A Wedding by Chencia C Higgins The Adventures of Amina Al-SirafiBook by S. A. Chakraborty Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan Pleasure Activism by Adrienne Maree Brown Chef's Kiss by T.J. Alexander All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson Genesis of Misery by Neon Yang Are Prisons Obsolete? Angela Davis Mutual Aid by Dean Spade Delicious Monster by Leslie Sambury Why Women Have Better Sex Under Socialism Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair Queen of Myth and Monsters by Scarlett St. Clair The Final Strife by Saraa El- Arifi O'Shae Sibley's GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/f/oshae-sibley O'Shae Sibley Article https://www.them.us/story/oshae-sibley-tributes-beyonce-friends-family Instagram @litbaepod - to see when new episodes are out - Also follow the podcast on wherever you listen to it so that you'll get notified of new episodes because I do not have a regular schedule for dropping new episodes. To read books for free you can use the libby app - Check out books on your phone or tablet from the library!  If you are trying to resist Amazon then I highly recommend Libro.FM because it supports your local bookstores. Hoopla - Borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card. hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. hoopla offers more content, in more places, than any other digital library platform and it's all FREE thanks to your public library! Titles may vary based on library catalog. Pango Books is an app where you can buy and sell books from your own personal library! Instead of using Goodreads (owned by Amazon) you can try The Storygraph app! It's black woman owned and helps track your reading for the year, allows you to do buddy reads with friends, and so much more. It's free but there is an option for $4.99 a month that allows you to help keep the app free, independent, and it that helps make the app and site more user friendly as well. Now in TikTok with the youngins! @litbaepod Youtube: @litbaepod You can tip the podcast on Cashapp at $litbaepod but the best way to support is just by listening Libro.FM Wishlist https://libro.fm/wishlist/1228430 Libro.fm Referral code https://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm278588 Bookshop.org Wishlist https://bookshop.org/wishlists/89c2b233c4293884fbe0b77cb955c86378c22f28 My shop on Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/shop/Litbaepod linktr.ee/litbaepod Links to Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bqYuHJ4fisk4LfMrzGqNV Anchor: https://anchor.fm/litbaepod Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lit-bae/id1531523974?uo=4 Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zMWJlOWQ1NC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1531523974/lit-bae Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/hg4l9zcg RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/lit-bae-WRZKY2

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Christine shares the 2021 book club discussion of "In Every Mirror She's Black" with the author, Lola Akinmade Åkerström. The book follows "three Black women that are linked in unexpected ways to the same influential white man in Stockholm as they build their new lives in the most open society run by the most private people." Warning: this episode contains spoilers Lola is a past podcast guest, be sure to check out her episode- Season 1 Episode 50. The sequel to "In Every Mirror She's Black", "Everything Is Not Enough" will be available in October 2023. Sign up for the 1-on-1 Business Strategy chat with Christine (https://portal.flourishintheforeign.com/public/appointment-scheduler/64748649cf1da13c07b231da/schedule ) Ask Me Anything! (https://www.speakpipe.com/FlourishInTheForeignAskMe)   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Like this episode? Love the podcast? Buy Me a Coffee Join the Newsletter   Check out these resources: Moving Abroad with Intention Guide Move Abroad with Intention Course Build a Business Abroad Guide   *Affiliate links support this podcast and website at no extra cost to you! I appreciate your support! Flourishintheforeign.com ChristineJob.com

Tune in for the second part of our interview with Lola Akinmade Åkerström where she talks more about how Sweden can get better at dealing with racism, how frequently she's confronted with micro-aggressions, the ideas of integration versus assimilation, a tendency in Europe to fetishize and limit black women, what happens when the Swedish concept of lagom is applied collectively, the prospect of her novel In Every Mirror She's Black making it to the screen, and what's next for her characters in the upcoming sequel. Don't miss:SURVEY: 'Sweden is decades behind on racism and diversity''Stop! This is what lagom truly means'Analysis - ‘No such thing as race': why Sweden's colour-blind approach is failingCNN - Opinion: Why is Sweden afraid of publishing this book on race?New York Times - A Social Media Takedown Is a Blessing in Disguise for SwedenPrevious episodes: LISTEN: Racism in Sweden, and how welcome do foreigners feel after the election?LISTEN: Why doesn't Sweden gather data on race and ethnicity – and should it?__Become a member of The Local Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Paul O'Mahony is joined by panelists James Savage, Richard Orange, and Becky Waterton as well as our guest this week, author and photographer Lola Akinmade Åkerström.This week's topics: Culture shockThese are the worst culture shocks for foreigners coming to SwedenValborg & May 1stWhat exactly is Valborg, and where are the best places to celebrate it?Why is May 1st a public holiday in Sweden?Sweden Democrats and the EU migration pact Sweden Democrats threaten to topple governmentAsylum seeker child raises millions for charity'Like winning the lottery'Racism in SwedenFinally, Lola Akinmade Åkerström tells us about In Every Mirror She's Black, her novel that tackles racism in Sweden and which Swedish publishers have rejected despite its success overseas. SURVEY: 'Sweden is decades behind on racism and diversity''Stop! This is what lagom truly means'Analysis - ‘No such thing as race': why Sweden's colour-blind approach is failingCNN - Opinion: Why is Sweden afraid of publishing this book on race?New York Times - A Social Media Takedown Is a Blessing in Disguise for Sweden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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I have another amazing episode for you! If you didn't get an opportunity to listen to the inspiration words of Lola Akinmade, my third guest, click here right after you listen to this episode. Did you know a cruise ship is christened? I was blessed enough to be chosen by this episode's guest, Carol Cabezas, to be the godmother to the Azamara cruise ship. Carol Cabezas is the President of Azamara, an upmarket vacation company focused on Destination Immersion experiences. Carol joined Azamara in 2017 as the Chief Operations Officer taking on responsibility for the full range of operations in the brand including Sales, Marketing, Revenue, Finance, Deployment and Shipboard Operations. Prior to joining Azamara, Carol was the Investor Relations Officer for Royal Caribbean Group, managing relationships with the global investor and analyst community. Carol joined Royal Caribbean Group in 2000 and since that time has held a variety of leadership roles across Sales, Finance and Revenue Management. Join me and Carol as we discuss: Health Professionals Cruise Industry Customer Experience Funding Confidence Putting in the work Confidence Gap Covid DEI Career vs. Family Destination Awareness Honorable Mentions 00:00:00 - Voyager and Grandeur Azamara Onward Depart 00:00:37 - Looking back at Azamara Onward's Christening Ceremony 00:10:10 - Cruise Compete 00:21:16- Catching Up With Tony Markey 00:22:03 - Holiday Greetings from the Azamara Crew Follow Azamara Voyages in these spaces: Website: https://www.azamara.com/home Instagram: www.instagram.com/azamaravoyages Facebook: www.facebook.com/AzamaraVoyages YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/AzamaraVoyages Twitter: https://twitter.com/Azamara

I have another amazing episode for you! If you didn't get an opportunity to listen to the inspiration words of Nour Brahimi, my second guest, click here right after you listen to this episode. In this episode, I am speaking with Lola Akinmade. Lola was born in Nigeria, educated in the United States and is based in Sweden. She was named one of eight 2022 Hasselblad Heroines and the 2018 Travel Photographer of the Year Bill Muster Award recipient. The great Lola started her career behind the camera covering a popular reality TV series. Now she's a master storyteller – someone who can leave a room absolutely stunned in silence just from the words that come out of her mouth. She's a powerful speaker, a talented writer, a social entrepreneur, a painter – and so much more. She also has a lot to say about how we're representing women in the world, how we should make travel better for all of us, and how the stories we tell ourselves and the grace we give ourselves plays an enormous role in making that all work. Join me and Lola as we discuss: Storyteller Photography Oil Painting Life's Work Bestselling Book Tourists Live Video Shopping Start Up Companies Marketing Honorable Mentions 00:03:34 Expedition Impossible Full Trailer 00:10:35 The art of connecting with strangers. Be Open. Be Intrepid. 00:15:19 Author Lọlá Ákínmádé Åkerström introduces IN EVERY MIRROR SHE'S BLACK 00:23:45 Local Purse - Summit pitch at Phocuswright Conference 2021 00:27:39 Visual Storyteller and Bestselling Author, Lola Akinmade Åkerström at Skift Global Forum East 2022 Follow Lola in these spaces: Website: https://www.lolaakinmade.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LolaAkinmade Instagram: https://instagram.com/LolaAkinmade LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaakinmade/ Books by Lola: In Every Mirror She's Black; Everything Is Not Enough; Lagom: The Swedish Secret of Living Well

How Travel Photography Can Connect You to Humans Outside (Lola Akinmade Åkerström, travel photographer) We spend a lot of time talking about the act, art and benefits of connecting with nature. But what about connecting with the humans who live on the land? What about seeing and being seen no matter where you are or what kind of nature you call home? Travel photographer Lola Akinmade Åkerström has made a career of creating connections with the landscape, land and culture through portraiture of humans around the world. Born in Nigeria and now living in Sweden, Lola has a deep understanding of connecting with other humans because of the way she shares their experiences. In this episode Lola talks about what she has personally learned through travel photography, what it's like to make excellent portraits around the world and how you can find those same connections, too. Listen now. Connect with this episode: Visit Lola Akinmade Åkerström's website Follow Lola on Instagram Follow Lola on Facebook Follow Lola on Twitter Connect with Lola on LinkedIn Join the Humans Outside Challenge Follow Humans Outside on Instagram Follow Humans Outside on Facebook Some of the good stuff: [3:16] How Lola Akinmade Åkerström became someone who likes to go outside [4:04] Lola's outdoor story [8:21] The kinds of photos Lola loves to make [10:59] Lola's books [13:00] Life as a GIS scientist and how it translates to travel [15:58] Her country tally and why it doesn't matter [17:58] The meaninglessness of borders and the importance of humans [21:07] Why the connection of humans to seasons matters [26:27] How she's learned about people and culture [28:45] How you can lean into that cultural connection [30:43] What the shame cycle has to do with it [33:31] The barriers, access and connection brought by being a Black woman [37:30] Lola's favorite outdoor moment

According to the World Happiness Report, Scandinavian countries consistently rank the happiest. Northern European countries such as Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland seem to have found the formula for happiness. Happiness in this context refers to satisfaction with the way one's life is going and a sense of wellbeing. So, what is their secret, and can we try it at home? I invited  Lola Akinmade Åkerström to give us insight into Nordic philosophies that can boost our satisfaction and make us live well and feel happier. An award-winning writer, speaker and photographer, Lola Akinmade Åkerström has photographed and dispatched from 70+ countries for various publications. Her work has appeared in National Geographic, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, Travel Channel, Lonely Planet, and many more. She has received photography and writing awards, including recognition from the Society of American Travel Writers. Having lived on three different continents, Lola is drawn to the complexities and nuances of culture and how they manifest themselves within relationships.  Join us for this insightful conversation, where Lola gives us an overview of Scandinavian culture and philosophy. We discuss some of the region's prevalent happiness ethos and how it may benefit our lives. If you liked what you heard, please don't forget to like, rate, share and subscribe to this podcast. Thank you!

This episode we're talking about our Favourite Reads of 2022! (Some of them were even published in 2022!) We discuss our favourite things we read for the podcast and our favourite things we read not for the podcast. Plus: Many more things we enjoyed this year, including video games, manga, graphic novels, food, and more! You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | Jam Edwards Favourite Fiction For the podcast Anna Things We Lost in the Fire by Mariana Enríquez, translated by Megan McDowell, narrated by Tanya Eby Episode 158 - Audiobook Fiction Jam Confessions of the Fox by Jordy Rosenberg Episode 160: Biographical Fiction & Fictional Biographies Matthew Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata, translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori, narrated by Nancy Wu Episode 158 - Audiobook Fiction Meghan Stalingrad by Vasily Grossman, translated by Robert Chandler and Elizabeth Chandler Episode 164 - Military Fiction Not for the podcast Jam Thirsty Mermaids by Kat Leyh Episode 147 - Contemporary Fantasy Matthew Semiosis by Sue Burke Meghan Black Helicopters by Caitlín R. Kiernan Anna The Travelling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa, translated by Philip Gabriel Favourite Non-Fiction For the podcast Matthew Soviet Metro Stations by Christopher Herwig and Owen Hatherley Episode 141 - Architecture Non-Fiction Meghan The Last Stargazers: The Enduring Story of Astronomy's Vanishing Explorers by Emily Levesque Episode 149 - Astronomy & Space Anna Unholy: How White Christian Nationalists Powered the Trump Presidency, and the Devastating Legacy They Left Behind by Sarah Posner Episode 162 - Investigative Journalism Jam Gods of the Upper Air: How a Circle of Renegade Anthropologists Reinvented Race, Sex, and Gender in the Twentieth Century by Charles King Episode 145 - Anthropology Non-Fiction Not for the podcast Meghan Fashion Is Spinach: How to Beat the Fashion Racket by Elizabeth Hawes Anna Strangers to Ourselves: Unsettled Minds and the Stories that Make Us by Rachel Aviv Jam Into the Minds of Babes: How Screen Time Affects Children From Birth to Age Five by Lisa Guernsey Matthew X-Gender, vol. 1 by Asuka Miyazaki, translated by Kathryn Henzler, adapted by Cae Hawksmoor Other Favourite Things of 2022 Anna Tasting History with Max Miller Debunking the Myths of Leonardo da Vinci Jam Dirty Laundry/“Garbage Tuesday” French tacos (Wikipedia) Matthew Unpacking Meghan Favourite manga: Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, vol. 1 by Sumito Oowara, translated by Kumar Sivasubramanian Runner-Ups Anna Video Games: Crashlands Wobbledogs YouTube: Ryan Hollinger (horror movie reviews) Podcasts:  American Hysteria Maintenance Phase You Are Good Other (Audio)Books: Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach Four Lost Cities: A Secret History of the Urban Age by Annalee Newitz Orlando: A Biography by Virginia Woolf (Wikipedia) Dying of Whiteness: How the Politics of Racial Resentment Is Killing America's Heartland by Jonathan M. Metzl Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty The Invisible Kingdom by Patrick Radden Keefe Off the Edge: Flat Earthers, Conspiracy Culture, and Why People Will Believe Anything by Kelly Weill I'll Be Gone in the Dark: One Woman's Obsessive Search for the Golden State Killer by Michelle McNamara Jam Favourite classic:  The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde Episode 151 - Classics Favourite manga:  Witch Hat Atelier by Kamome Shirahama, translated by Stephen Kohler (Wikipedia)  Favourite Album:  Laurel Hell by Mitski (Wikipedia) Working for the Knife (YouTube) Favourite AAA video game:  Pokemon Legends: Arceus (Wikipedia) Favourite indie video game:  Wytchwood Favourite Wordle spin-off:  Worldle Matthew Video game: Hyper Light Drifter Manga Dai Dark by Q Hayashida, translated by Daniel Komen My Dress Up Darling by Shinichi Fukuda, translated by  Taylor Engel Monthly Girls' Nozaki-kun by Izumi Tsubaki, translated by Leighann Harvey Descending Stories by Haruko Kumota, translated by Matt Treyvaud Yotsuba&! by Kiyohiko Azuma, translated by Amy Forsyth Biomega, vol. 1 (just the first volume really, it does not stick the landing) by Tsutomu Nihei, translated by John Werry Kurosagi Corpse Delivery Service by Eiji Otsuka and Housui Yamazaki, translated by Toshifumi Yoshida Disappearance Diary by Hideo Azuma, translated by Kumar Sivasubramanian and Elizabeth Tiernan Graphic novels: Beetle and Hollowbones by Aliza Layne A Gift for a Ghost by Borja González, translated by Lee Douglas Making Comics: Storytelling Secrets of Comics, Manga and Graphic Novels by Scott McCloud Books Hench by Natalie Zina Walschots Meghan Favourite new-to-me author: Zviane Favourite work of translation: The Route of Ice and Salt by José Luis Zárate, translated by David Bowles Podcast non-fiction runner up:  Raw Concrete: The Beauty of Brutalism by Barnabas Calder Podcast fiction runner up: Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys Non-fiction The Great Beanie Baby Bubble: Mass Delusion and the Dark Side of Cute by Zac Bissonnette Sum It Up: 1,098 Victories, a Couple of Irrelevant Losses, and a Life in Perspective by Pat Summitt and Sally Jenkins Vengeance is Mine, All Others Pay Cash by Eka Kurniawan, translated by Annie Tucker Runner up graphic novels: Himawari House by Harmony Becker Taproot by Keezy Young Shadow Life by Hiromi Goto and Ann Xu Sunny Sunny Ann! by Miki Yamamoto, translated by Aurélien Estager (French) L'homme qui marche by Jirō Taniguchi, translated by Martine Segard (French, available in English as The Walking Man) Something Is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV and Werther Dell'Edera  Le petit astronaute by Jean-Paul Eid (French) Tony Chu détective cannibale by John Layman with Rob Guillory (French, available in English as Chew) Radium Girls by Cy. (French) Queen en BD by Emmanuel Marie and Sophie Blitman (French) Memento mori by Tiitu Takalo (French) Enferme-moi si tu peux by Anne-Caroline Pandolfo and Terkel Risbjerg (French) Links, Articles, Media, and Things Episode 140 - Favourite Reads of 2021 Episode 142 - Sequels and 2022: The Year of Book Two ChatGPT (Wikipedia) There no longer appears to be an easy way to find images sent through Google Chat anymore, so no screenshots of fake podcast co-hosts discussing reptile fiction. Sorry! I Am a Cat by Natsume Sōseki (Wikipedia) Brian David Gilbert - The Perfect PokéRap 24 Travel Non-Fiction Books by BIPOC Authors America in an Arab Mirror: Images of America in Arabic Travel Literature by Kamal Abdel-Malek Meeting Faith: The Forest Journals of a Black Buddhist Nun by Faith Adiele Due North: A Collection of Travel Observations, Reflections, And Snapshots Across Colors, Cultures and Continents by Lola Akinmade Åkerström All God's Children Need Traveling Shoes by Maya Angelou The Narrow Road to the Deep North and Other Travel Sketches by Matsuo Bashō, translated by Nobuyuki Yuasa The Travels of Ibn Battutah by Ibn Battuta Around the Bloc: My Life in Moscow, Beijing, and Havana by Stephanie Elizondo Griest A Stranger in the Village: Two Centuries of African-American Travel Writing edited by Farah Jasmine Griffin & Cheryl J. Fish I Wonder as I Wander: An Autobiographical Journey by Langston Hughes Red Dust: A Path Through China by Ma Jian, translated by Flora Drew A Small Place by Jamaica Kincaid An African in Greenland by Tété-Michel Kpomassie Blue Highways by William Least Heat-Moon Buttermilk Graffiti: A Chef's Journey to Discover America's New Melting-Pot Cuisine by Edward Lee The Adventure Gap: Changing the Face of the Outdoors by James Edward Mills The Middle Passage by V.S. Naipaul Travelling While Black: Essays Inspired by a Life on the Move by Nanjala Nyabola Catfish and Mandala: A Two-Wheeled Voyage Through the Landscape and Memory of Vietnam by Andrew X. Pham An Indian Among los Indígenas: A Native Travel Memoir by Ursula Pike Looking for Transwonderland: Travels in Nigeria by Noo Saro-Wiwa From Heaven Lake: Travels Through Sinkiang and Tibet by Vikram Seth Ten Thousand Miles Without a Cloud by Sun Shuyun Richard Wright's Travel Writings: New Reflections by Virginia Whatley Smith Kinky Gazpacho: Life, Love & Spain by Lori L. Tharps Give us feedback! Fill out the form to ask for a recommendation or suggest a genre or title for us to read! Check out our Tumblr, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, join our Facebook Group, or send us an email! Join us again on Tuesday, January 3rd we'll be talking about Sports non-fiction! Then on Tuesday, January 17rd we'll be discussing our 2023 Reading Resolutions!

In this episode we review the much anticipated summer blockbuster Marvel installation Thor: Love and Thunder. We are still reveling in the BlerDCon afterglow and Blerding Out about the novel In Every Mirror She's Black by Lola Akinmade Åkerström, and VMFA's Art After Hours event, including MMG Photo Booth. Listen in and Blerd Out with us! Check out links to some mentions during the episode: In Every Mirror She's Black: https://www.lolaakinmade.com/books/ MMG Photo Booth: https://www.mmgphotobooth.com/ Thor: Love and Thunder breakdown: https://youtu.be/S1VEZ1Zdu8c Positive Review: https://youtu.be/qKDagIGcQ4I Negative Review: https://youtu.be/lutYwPDTdh8 Intro and Outro music is “Twilight” by Capshun Find him on SoundCloud at https://soundcloud.com/capshun Show Notes by Bola Hanson Audio engineering by Whitney Booker Show Contact Info: Email: blerdtalkbw@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blerdtalkbw/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlerdTalkBW Subscribe to our email newsletter: blerdtalkbw.ck.page Bola's contact info: Twitter: https://twitter.com/bolastorybee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bolastorybee/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSOXQ6Tc_i81DlWSqCC78Ig/featured Whitney's company contact info: Email: whit@lumenavi.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/lumenavistudios --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blerdtalk-with-bola-and-whitney/message

In this episode I sit with the author of "In Every Mirror She's Black" and discuss the novel from cover to cover. Lola Akinmade Åkerström, the creator behind the novel, gets vulnerable and shares details on the inspiration behind the book, the characters and the storyline. She gives us lots of humor and realness when talking about the feedback she's gotten on her journey and even tips on how to go after what you want despite the obstacles that may come about. If you're curious about what it's like to be a black woman in the nordic region then tune in ASAP.Instagram: @ineverymirror , Author- @lolaakinmadeDon't forget to like and share this episode if you enjoyed it! Share it if you hate it too IDC

What does your mind conjure when thinking of home? How does that feel?In this episode, Layla Saad interviews Lola Akinmade Åkerström, an award-winning visual storyteller, international bestselling author, and travel entrepreneur.Together they explore: Immigration and the meaning of home as people living outside their country of originThe privilege of individuality and the multidimensionality of Black womanhood The experience of being Black in Sweden (and other white-majority countries)Lola's debut fiction book, In Every Mirror She's Black published by Sourcebooks Landmark is our June 2022 selection in the Become A Good Ancestor book club. “Regardless of Kemi's background or Brittany's background or Muna's background, the first thing you see is the color of their skin, their Blackness. But as you read the book you see that all three women have really nothing in common, they're very different individuals. And that's the point of the book: to show this multidimensionality to Black womanhood.”-        Lola Akinmade Åkerström, Author of ‘In Every Mirror She's Black' Episode Three, The Become A Good Ancestor PodcastLearn more and follow Lola:Social accounts@lolaakinmadeBook social account@ineverymirrorJoin the Become a Good Ancestor Community:Websitehttps://www.becomeagoodancestor.com/ Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/become_a_good_ancestor/ Book Clubhttps://www.becomeagoodancestor.com/book-club Patreonwww.patreon.com/becomeagoodancestor BookShopU.S.: https://bookshop.org/shop/goodancestorbookclub-usUK: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/goodancestorbookclub-uk 

What business you start will many times come from what you are most passionate about.  Doni Belau, founder and CEO of Girls' Guide to Paris, started exactly that with her fabulous women's travel company that goes far beyond Paris.  In our conversation, Doni details her story and drive in building a company around what she loves, safe travel with and for women, and encourages all women to consider taking an entrepreneurial road like she did.  Doni also shares about an upcoming program that she's offering called Women's Travel Wisdom, with a retreat to a beautiful part of California for four days. This wellness retreat, however, is also a journey into learning more about ourselves as individuals, something that is so important to creating a joy-filled life.  Yes, eating right and exercising are important aspects of wellness, but self-discovery, mindfulness and empowerment are all key factors in the success of your business, too.  Listen as Doni Belau gives us insight into this different but necessary type of exploration.Resources and links in this episode:Girls' Guide to Paris, https://girlsguidetoparis.com/Doni's upcoming excursions, https://girlsguidetoparis.com/trips-for-women/Doni Belau on Instagram, @girlsguidetoparisDoni Belau on Facebook, @GirlsGuideToParisWomen's Travel Wisdom, https://womenstravelwisdom.com/start-here/Carolyn Ray at Journeywoman, https://journeywoman.com/Lola Akinmade & Loung Ung (speakers at Women's Travel Wisdom) Conscious Connection: Reframing Mental Health to Create a Thriving Life by Sarah Wayt (book) Red Tent by Anita Diamant (book) Eve Ensler, author of “Vagina Monologues” writes on women and power Tara Brach, meditation teacher, psychologist and author of several books including international bestselling Radical Acceptance, Radical Compassion and Trusting the Gold. Extraordinary Women magazine is the “must-have” digital magazine for women looking for inspiration, tips, and support to create a fabulous business, or just the next chapter. In a nutshell, for women who are ready to make their dreams happen. Subscribe today! Extraordinary Women magazineConnect with Sharri Harmel Find this episode (and more) on your favorite podcast player at Extraordinary Women with Sharri Harmel

On this episode of Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Lola Akinmade Åkerström, author of the novel, In Every Mirror She's Black.  Lola has lived on three different continents — Africa, North America, and now Europe — for extended periods of time. As a Nigerian-American author who is now based in Sweden Lọlá  is the author of the 2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book, Due North and the bestselling, LAGOM: Swedish Secret of Living Well. She is drawn to the complexities and nuances of culture and how they manifest themselves within relationships. She has written two prior books and contributed to several others. Episode Notes _________________________On this episode of Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Lola Akinmade Åkerström, author of the novel, In Every Mirror She's Black.  Lola has lived on three different continents — Africa, North America, and now Europe — for extended periods of time. As a Nigerian-American author who is now based in Sweden Lọlá  is the author of the 2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book, Due North and the bestselling, LAGOM: Swedish Secret of Living Well. She is drawn to the complexities and nuances of culture and how they manifest themselves within relationships. She has written two prior books and contributed to several others. During the conversation, Lọlá discusses how she kept going even though her manuscript was rejected 70 times. She also explains why she wanted to explore the many facets of Black womanhood to illustrate that Black women are not a monolith. Plus, in tackling class, career, and culture Lọlá  shares why the main takeaway she wants her readers to get from her work is to hold empathy for other people and their differences and experiences. Support the show (https://paypal.me/nikeshaelise)

Bert's Review of In Every Mirror She's Black by Lola Akinmade Akerstrom --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bertsbooks/message

There's no exact science behind discovering your purpose, but for those of us looking for a quick fix to our motivational molasses, Lola Akinmade Åkerström considers it vital to go back to your source of inspiration - rediscover your ‘why'.Lola's journey has seen her take inspiration from upbringing, education and work across continents, and this curiosity feeds her success as a visual storyteller. She's a bestselling author educated in the States, with a TEDx Talk, and was raised by loving parents who taught her a question we all ought to ask of any dream or aspiration: ‘Why not?'Key takeaways from this episode:Connect back to your source - to your ‘Why'Don't hide your passionsExplore ideas on a deeper levelConnect with Gary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygamp/Connect with George: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclode/Connect with Lola: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaakinmade/Links and references at: https://thecompanydoctor.com/

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Lola shares her story of moving from Nigeria to the US at 15 years old to attend university, the evolution of her career in travel photojournalism, moving to Sweden, the development of her fondness of Swedish culture, and her new book, "In Every Mirror She's Black". This Episode Covers:  Attending University in the United States Her Career in Photojournalism  Advice for Travel Journalists & Creators Moving to Sweden Understanding Swedish Culture The Swedish Response to COVID-19 The Swedish Health System Raising Bi-Racial Children in Sweden "In Every Mirror She's Black"     Check out these resources: "Every Mirror She's Black" By Lola Akinmade Åkerström Lagom: The Swedish Secret of Living Well 1-on-1 Moving Abroad with Intention Consultation Moving Abroad with Intention Guide Build a Business Abroad Guide Build a Business Abroad Group Coaching Quarterly Visioning & Business Strategy WOC Podcasters Insiders Membership* *Affiliate links are used to support this podcast and website at no extra cost to you! Thank you for your support!   Episode Credits: Christine Job-Creator & Host Zachary Higgs-Theme Music   Like this episode? Love the podcast? Buy me a coffee SUPPORT THE PODCAST Become a Patreon Supporter Tip the podcast via CashApp Flourish in the Foreign Amazon Wishlist

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I had the pleasure of talking to Lola about her life and career up to the present day. Lola is internationally recognised for her work and has won numerous awards. Some of her work has been featured in the likes of CNN Travel, National Geographic Traveller, and BBC Travel. We spoke about how it all started for her in the industry. Lola told me that she moved to Maryland, USA, and started her education there and then eventually moved across to Europe and settling up in Sweden. She started her career as a field journalist at Eco-Challenge and then years later, she decided to pursue her love for photography and go full time as an entrepreneur. Lola and I spoke about her work, including some projects that she has ongoing. We also spoke about the one work that got her noticed, which was a photograph of a husky she took for the National Geographic Traveller. As an established author, we spoke about some of her published books. She recommended one to pick up if you haven't read any of her books before. She spoke to me about how she went about launching a new academy recently. She hopes the academy will inspire a new generation. We also spoke about her family life being married with 2 kids. She told me how she balances her work being a mother. There are some other new projects on the cards and she will continue to work on her photography. It was a real pleasure talking to Lola. Her passion and commitment are inspiring. I learnt a lot just talking to her and have instilled some of her sage advice she gave me into my work. I look forward to seeing where Lola goes next in her entrepreneurial life. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/u6X_g6r44pk). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #travelpodcast #podcast #travelphotographer ... Stay connected with Lola Websites https://academy.geotravelermedia.com https://www.akinmade.com https://www.geotravelermedia.com Twitter https://twitter.com/LolaAkinmade Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lolaakinmade/ ... Stay Connected with me Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

"WHY NOT ME?" Internationally renowned photographer and travel writer, entrepreneur, speaker and Ted x contributor Lọlá Ákínmádé Åkerström has the right idea.

On the next Spin It Social Hour -- Thursday, 6 p.m. ET; 11 p.m. CET -- Where Photographers Share Their Work and Journeys -- come learn all about Lola Akinmade Åkerström, founder of Geotraveler Media Sweden and Co-founder of Local Purse. Lola's photography and travel writing are characterized by vibrancy and hope. Her work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, BBC News, CNN, The Guardian, Travel + Leisure, The New York Times, Slate.com, Travel Channel, Lonely Planet, Forbes, Fodor's Travel, and AFAR. Lola is also the author of several books including DUE NORTH, a Collection of Travel Observations, Reflections, and Snapshots Across Colors, Cultures, and Continents (2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book), and the bestseller LAGOM: The Swedish Secret of Living Well, available in 18 language editions

On the next Spin It Social Hour -- Thursday, 6 p.m. ET; 11 p.m. CET -- Where Photographers Share Their Work and Journeys -- come learn all about Lola Akinmade Åkerström, founder of Geotraveler Media Sweden and Co-founder of Local Purse. Lola's photography and travel writing are characterized by vibrancy and hope. Her work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, BBC News, CNN, The Guardian, Travel + Leisure, The New York Times, Slate.com, Travel Channel, Lonely Planet, Forbes, Fodor's Travel, and AFAR. Lola is also the author of several books including DUE NORTH, a Collection of Travel Observations, Reflections, and Snapshots Across Colors, Cultures, and Continents (2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book), and the bestseller LAGOM: The Swedish Secret of Living Well, available in 18 language editions

Bringing home a meaningful souvenir from a trip is such a pleasure: if the process of buying it was fun and special, perhaps involving a chat with an interesting local, and then you have an object you can enjoy at home which constantly reminds you of your trip, then it's a perfect scenario. In Episode 222 of The Thoughtful Travel Podcast I talk with travellers about their own meaningful shopping experiences abroad, starting off with Patti Lefkos who has a brilliant story to tell about a souvenir she bought in Nepal - including a live demonstration! Next, I chat with Lindsay Williams. She's obsessed with learning foreign languages and this passion flows through to what she likes to buy when she's travelling, too. Finally, I'm excited to speak with my friend Lola Akinmade-Åkerström who has a new pandemic-induced project on the go, involving a way to help local artisans and guides in countries particularly affected by the drop-off in tourism numbers and help us have an authentic shopping experience at the same time. Links: Patti Lefkos - https://www.pattishaleslefkos.com books and her not-for-profit Lindsay Williams’ site Lindsay Does Languages - https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com/  Lola’s Local Purse - https://www.localpurse.com  Great Travel Souvenirs - Episode 42 - notaballerina.com/42     Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/222   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lola has photographed and dispatched from 70+ countries for various publications. She is the 2018 Travel Photographer of the Year Bill Muster Award recipient.   In addition to contributing to several books, she is the author of the following books – 2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book, DUE NORTH, & bestselling LAGOM: Swedish Secret of Living Well available in 18 foreign language editions.    Lola has been recognised with multiple awards and nominations for her work, including a Pushcart Prize nomination, and was honoured with a MIPAD 100 (Most Influential People of African Descent) Award within media and culture in 2018.    Lola owns and runs Geotraveler Media – a multimedia and travel consulting agency providing a spectrum of travel media-related services.   Listen to Lola now on the Tough Girl Podcast!!   New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Make sure you hit the subscribe button so you don’t miss out.    The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. To find out more about supporting your favourite podcast and becoming a patron please check out www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast.   Show notes Being a visual story teller Getting into photography by accident Becoming a travel photographer  Growing up in Nigeria  What her childhood was like Her passion for exploring culture Moving to the USA for college Deciding to switch careers into the travel industry Coming from a travelling family Getting into solo travel Being a slow traveller and finding her own rhythm with travel Making the transition from a corporate job to following her passion Volunteering with an eco organisation in Fiji in 2002 Putting a plan in place Volunteering with the Swedish Red Cross  Figuring out what type of photographer she wanted to be  Getting your photos published in places like the National Geographic  Needing to create a story of the place Having a visual voice What’s the best thing that could happen Overcoming challenging situations while travelling as a Black women What adventure means to Lola  2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book, DUE NORTH The North Pole Dream TedX Talk - The power of asking why not  Why not Being disappointed with friends  Needing to have different types of friends  Being an optimistic idealist  Making the decision to move to Sweden The secrets of living well Being impacted by Covid 19 Advice for women who want to get into the travel industry Why you need to find your own niche Dealing with the cold weather GeoTravelMedia - Exploring culture through food, tradition, and lifestyles Final words of advice to motivate and inspire you     Social Media  Websites - https://akinmade.com    www.geotravelermedia.com - Exploring culture through food, tradition, and lifestyles    Twitter - @LolaAkinmade    Instagram - @LolaAkinmade    Facebook - @GeotravelersNiche

On this episode, we take a deep dive with travel experts on how travel might change in 2021? We talk about pent-up travel demand, travel trends like mindful travel and responsible travel, how the travel industry can adapt to a post-pandemic world, innovative travel business start-ups and how travel media can keep pace with rapid changes in 2021? Travel experts including Paul Charles, Lottie Gross, Lola Akinmade Åkerström and Karin Sheppard give their insights and analysis on 2021 travel trends.   

James and Lucy virtually travel to Sweden with award-winning photographer and writer Lola Akinmade Åkerström. They look at what makes Sweden so special, tips for first-time visitors, how the country’s approach to coronavirus has impacted travel and the unique connection between Swedes and the great outdoors. They also discuss Lola’s own journey to Sweden, her new academy and tips for travel writers and photographers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Author of international bestselling "LAGOM: The Swedish Secret of Living Well" available in 18 foreign language editions and sold in 40+ countries, and 2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book, DUE NORTH. My work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, BBC, CNN, Lonely Planet, New York Times Online, San Francisco Chronicle, Travel + Leisure, New York Magazine, Travel Channel, The Guardian, Outside, Mashable, Sherman's Travel, Fodors.com, National Geographic Channel, amongst others. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lolaakinmade/

In today’s crazy world, balance and contentment are things we all crave, but has Sweden mastered this through their unusual, unique and often controversial custom of Lagom? This week we chat with travel photographer & writer Lola Akinmade Åkerström about her experience with Lagom in Sweden as well as her photography and inspirational background.

In the wake of ongoing protests against police brutality and systemic racism across the U.S. and all industries, much has been made of listening and learning—and amplifying Black voices in the process. Which is why this week, we’re passing the mic. Hosted by Them's executive editor Whembley Sewell, featuring Jessica Nabongo and Evita Robinson, our latest episode focuses on how the industry as a whole can and must step up for Black travelers. Whembley, Jessica, and Evita are all members of the Women Who Travel advisory board, women we've trusted to challenge us over the last nine months, and we hope in listening to this episode—hearing their stories and where they see opportunity for change—you can challenge yourself, too. Here are a few women Evita and Jessica suggest following. Be sure to scroll back through their feeds to understand their full body of work. Lola Akinmade Åkerström, @lolaakinmade Stephanie Young, @stephlyoung Gloria Atanmo, @glographics Ashley Renne, @heyashleyrenne Martinique Lewis, @marty_sandiego Eulanda Osagiede, @dipyourtoesin Cynthia Andrew, @simplycyn Anntte Richmond, @fromannettewithlove Kellee Edwards,@Kelleesetgo Ciara Johnson, @hey_ciara Lee Litumbe, @spiritedpursuit Monet Hambricks, @thetravelingchild Cherae Robinson, @sasyrae Read a full transcription of the episode here: https://www.cntraveler.com/story/how-the-travel-industry-should-support-black-women-women-who-travel-podcast Follow Whembley: @whembleysewell Follow Jessica: @thecatchmeifyoucan Follow Evita: @evierobbie Follow Women Who Travel: @womenwhotravel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“If you go into something just for the money, then when times get really tough, emotionally, it’s going to drain you. But if you go into something because you are passionate about it, you’re going to be a lot more resilient. So that when it does dip, you’re still going to have that passion, because this is what you want to do, it’s just life is taking you a different route right now.” A message for our times! In this episode of Hormonally Speaking, I talk with my old friend Lola Akinmade, who has become a famous travel writer and photographer during the decade I’ve known her. I was so interested to hear her story and thoughts, because she juggles a successful career with being a mom, as well as being a Nigerian-born woman in a field full of white, mostly American men. She’s always inspired me, and I know she will inspire you too. Listening to Lola, we begin to see it is our self-limitations that hinder us the most, because she’s got gender, race, and motherhood working “against” her, yet she’s still been able to go further than I think even *she* dreamed. Particularly during this time in history, when many of us are reassessing what is important in life, and what we really want our future to look like, Lola’s points about passion and determination are truer than ever. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Award-winning writer and photographer Lola (Akinmade) Åkerström has photographed and dispatched from 70+ countries for various publications. She is the 2018 Travel Photographer of the Year Bill Muster Award recipient. Her work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, Travel + Leisure, Slate, Travel Channel, Adventure.com Magazine, AFAR, Lonely Planet, Fodor’s, several in-flight magazines, amongst others. She has collaborated with high profile commercial brands from Mercedes-Benz and Dove to Intrepid Travel and National Geographic Channel. In addition to contributing to several books, she is the author of the following books – 2018 Lowell Thomas Award winner for best travel book, DUE NORTH, & bestselling LAGOM: Swedish Secret of Living Well available in 18 foreign language editions. She has been recognized with multiple awards and nominations for her work, including a Pushcart Prize nomination, and was honoured with a MIPAD 100 (Most Influential People of African Descent) Award within media and culture in 2018. She was in South Africa on a photography assignment for National Geographic Channel and was featured in a vignette called “Through The Lens” which airs on Nat Geo channel across the globe. She also owns and runs Geotraveler Media – a multimedia and travel consulting agency providing a spectrum of travel media-related services. Her photography is represented by National Geographic Image Collection and Wonderful Machine. She is editor-in-chief of Slow Travel Stockholm – an editorial site which encourages travelers to explore Stockholm deeper and slowly. She is also a founder of the NordicTB which provides digital marketing, content creation, and social media collaboration with travel brands and destinations. Connect with her at her website: https://akinmade.com/. We SO APPRECIATE reviews, because it is the biggest way to help us grow! If you enjoyed this episode or others, an iTunes review goes a long way.

Lola Akinmade Åkerström (Author, Travel Photographer, digital Content creator and a visual Storyteller) is sharing her valuable experience about creating quality content to share stories from different cities in the world. We are talking about how to find the uniqueness in every city and what are the elements that cities should think about in order to brand themselves. Read more about Lolas' cities personalities https://www.lolaakinmade.com/city-personalities/ Listen to the podcast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7uDWEv8Afho5l7UsilOUYZ Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/urbanistica/id1503039952?ls=1 Online http://citylifeurbanistica.libsyn.com/ Follow the stories behind the scenes on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/urbanistica.podcast/ #UrbanisticaPodcast is looking for sponsors citylife.mustafa@gmail.com Facebook events https://www.facebook.com/urbanistica.podcast   Visit my homepage for other projects/collaborations https://mustafasherif.com/ #MustafaSherif Note ! The sound quality of #UrbanisticaPodcast s' episodes that are recorded during #COVID19 time might not be perfect. Due to the online recording and the use of different types of microphones by guests and #MustafaSherif. Thank you so much for understanding and listening. Stay safe !     Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The next chapter of the Coronavirus Chronicles brings us Lola Akinmade Åkerström! A renowned travel photographer (represented by the National Geographic Image Collection), writer, TED talker, founder of businesses, mom and more, we get her inside scoop her favorite travel experiences. Plus, she shares her favorite hidden gem in Stockholm. Check Lola out on the following platforms: Writing and Photography portfolio - https://www.akinmade.com Academy - https://academy.geotravelermedia.com Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/LolaAkinmade Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeotravelersNiche Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/LolaAkinmade NordicTB Collective - www.nordictb.com Slow Travel Stockholm - www.slowtravelstockholm.com

Meet Lola Akinmade Åkerström, Nigerian-born travel photographer and writer whose award-winning work regularly appears in National Geographic, BBC, Travel + Leisure, Forbes, The Guardian and more. She is the author of the award-winning book Due North and bestselling book LAGOM: Swedish Secret of Living Well. She is editor-in-chief of Slow Travel Stockholm and founder of NordicTB Collective, which brings together the top professional travel bloggers and digital storytellers from Sweden, Finland, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland.  She is also a sought-after and inspiring keynote speaker.Lola shares what ignited her passion for exploring cultures, what brought her from Nigeria to the U.S. and Sweden, and her journey from computer programmer to photographer and writer. She also explains the role of travel in her life, how she balances work and family, and her thoughts on traveling as a Black woman.   Find out more about lola on her blog lolaakinmade.com, and connect with her on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.Visit my website to learn more about me, and say hi on social media: @jetsetlisette.See Full Show NotesEnjoyed this episode?  If so, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.Partners & OfferingsThis episode was generously sponsored by Waypoint Goods, which is offering Globetrotter Lounge podcast listeners a 15% discount when purchasing one of their fabulous travel scarves! It's the perfect holiday gift for the travelers in your life. Simply visit  waypointgoods.com  and enter the code JETSET at checkout. Enjoyed this episode?  If so, please rate, review and subscribe as it really helps more people find the show...I would so appreciate it.If you'd like to know more about me, you can find me via my website or on social media: @jetsetlisette.

  Today we are talking to New York Times Best Selling author of https://www.amazon.com/How-Travel-World-50-Day/dp/0399173285 (How to Travel the World on $50 a Day), world renowned travel expert and entrepreneur Matt Kepnes, aka Nomadic Matt. Matt has an award winning blog http://www.nomadicmatt.com/ (www.nomadicmatt.com) which hosts countless travel resources, plus guidebooks and e-courses. He has been featured on CNN, National Geographic, The BBC and many more.  Matt just released his new travel memoir  https://www.amazon.com/Ten-Years-Nomad-Travelers-Journey/dp/1250190517 (Ten Years a Nomad – A Traveler's Journey Home) and we asked him on the show to talk about it. Matt's new book is deeply personal which differs from his normal writing style on “the how and the what of travel.” He shares his editor's request to go “deeper.”  He tells us what it was like to head out on his own when people in his life were not as supportive, how he overcame it and whether those people are on board now. He discusses how he overcame his fears of traveling solo and how we were are all just wanting human connection. We learn how friendships are different on the road than at home and that leads towards faster friendships and makes dating look very different. We circle back to his home in Austin and ask if has the semblance of routine he was longing for. At the end of his book, he wrote “19 lessons from 10 years of travel” and number 13 stuck a chord – “It is never too late to change.”  Matt elaborates on that point and how travel gives you the space to be whoever you want to be and if your joke bombs you can just start anew at a different hostel or location. Matt has many endeavors and he shared the genesis and vision of https://travelcon.org (TravelCon) a new travel industry conference that focuses on professional development and how to sustain and grow your travel business. He also touched on the mission behind his non-profit https://takeflyte.org/ (Flyte) which helps under-served teens get to experience “the gift of travel.” We learn who is inspiring him right now and some inspirational book recommendations such as https://www.amazon.com/Vagabonding-Rolf-Potts/dp/8415355262/ref=sr_1_4?hvadid=78202817349202&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=vagabonding&qid=1567383932&s=gateway&sr=8-4 (Vagabonding) by Rolf Potts, https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Found-Pacific-Crest-Trail/dp/0307476073/ref=sr_1_2?hvadid=78065376905134&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=wild+by+cheryl+strayed&qid=1567384005&s=gateway&sr=8-2 (Wild) by Cheryl Strayed, https://www.amazon.com/Bill-Bryson-Sunburned-Reprinted-12-2-2000/dp/B00HTJNM82/ref=sr_1_2?hvadid=77927940091926&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=in+a+sunburned+country&qid=1567384057&s=gateway&sr=8-2 (In a Sunburned Country) by Bill Bryson and https://www.amazon.com/Innocents-Abroad-Wordsworth-Classics/dp/1840226366/ref=sr_1_2?hvadid=3527180630&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=innocence+abroad&qid=1567384139&s=gateway&sr=8-2 (The Innocents Abroad) by Mark Twain. We loved talking to Matt and definitely enjoyed his book! Come listen to this very special episode of the Meltdown City Podcast! XO Nicole & Ali photo credit: Lola Akinmade

What exactly is ‘responsible photography'? In this episode, we're exploring how we can be more mindful when photographing a particular place or a person. We speak with the award-winning travel writer and photographer Lola Akinmade Åkerström, an expert on the subject, and photographer Hoda Afshar, who explains how new images can battle old stereotypes. Photography gives us the opportunity to peer into other people's realities, understand and empathize with situations different to our own and listen to their stories, and present this in one powerful shot. This episode was hosted by Aimee White (@aimeefw) and produced by Femi Oriogun-Williams for Reduced Listening (reducedlistening.co.uk).

In this personal and insightful interview, Lola Akinmade Åkerström shares her audacious journey from computer programmer to award-winning photographer and writer. Lola has photographed and dispatched from 60+ countries, and her work has appeared in publications such as National Geographic Traveler, BBC, CNN, and many others. Lola also owns and runs  Geotraveler Media (https://www.geotravelermedia.com/)  – a multimedia and travel consulting firm providing a spectrum of travel media-related services. LOLA’S BOOKS LAGOM: Swedish Secret of Living Well (https://www.amazon.com/Lagom-Swedish-Secret-Living-Well/dp/147224933X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546395756&sr=8-1&keywords=LAGOM%3A+Swedish+Secret+of+Living+Well) Due North: A Collection of Travel Observations, Reflections, And Snapshots Across Colors, Cultures, & Continents (https://www.amazon.com/Due-North-Collection-Observations-Reflections/dp/9198391321/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1546395825&sr=1-1&keywords=lola+akerstrom) CONNECT WITH LOLA Web:  LolaAkinmade.com (https://www.lolaakinmade.com/) Facebook:  LolaAkinmade (http://www.facebook.com/LolaAkinmade) Instagram:  LolaAkinmade (https://www.instagram.com/lolaakinmade/) Twitter  LolaAkinmade (https://www.twitter.com/lolaakinmade/)

It's more than a word or an idea... "lagom" is a way of life.  Colm and Dodi talk to Lola Akinmade Åkerström, author of the book that spells out how it works.  She's not your typical Swede, however.

Nigerian-born Lola Akinmade Åkerström’s photography and travel writing are characterized by vibrancy and hope. Graduating with a Masters (MSc) degree in Information Systems from the University of Maryland with a minor in Geography, she specialized in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for 12+ years and her affinity for the geosciences and maps meant she was born to travel.She is the 2018 Travel Photographer of the Year Bill Muster Award recipient.Her work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, Travel + Leisure, Slate, Travel Channel, Lonely Planet, Fodor’s, National Geographic Channel, several in-flight magazines, New York Times online, amongst others.Some of her articles and photography have been syndicated on MSNBC, Slate, Yahoo, New York Daily News, Chicago Sun Times, Huffington Post, and Time Warner.Her latest book is Lagom, The Swedish Secret of Living Well.Lagom sums up the Swedish psyche and is a way of living that promotes harmony. It celebrates fairness, moderation and being satisfied with what you’ve got. It’s not about having too little or too much but about fully inviting contentment into our lives.Duration 51m 28s. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

En aquesta edició hem dedicat plenament el programa a entrevistar l'escriptora sueca Lola Akinmade Åkerström per parlar sobre el seu llibre "Lagom: El secreto sueco de la buena vida", Ediciones Urano.

En aquesta edició hem dedicat plenament el programa a entrevistar l'escriptora sueca Lola Akinmade Åkerström per parlar sobre el seu llibre "Lagom: El secreto sueco de la buena vida", Ediciones Urano.

Stereotypes of people by nationality are rife in the world, and come up all the time when we travel. In Episode 34 of The Thoughtful Travel Podcast, Amanda chats with three people of different nationalities about their experiences with stereotypes on their travels. Jeremy Kloberdanz of The Life Bohemian has an interesting story to tell about an immigrant man he and his wife met while travelling around Italy; a man who wasn’t what he seemed. Lola Akinmade Åkerström, a Nigerian travel photographer living and working in Sweden, has a lot to say about pushing back against stereotypes and has a lot of wisdom to impart about sharing your own culture with others as well as learning about theirs. New Zealander Tom Parson of The Lego Backpacker also has some wise words about stereotypes and speaks about his experiences when working in China in the management of a furniture design factory. Links: Episode 4 on Smashing Stereotypes. Jeremy and Katie Kloberdanz of The Life Bohemian website The Life Bohemian Podcast Lola’s site Geotraveler’s Niche. Lola’s post about breaking down stereotypes on Women on the Road Tom Parson of The Lego Backpacker on Instagram. Lego Backpacker website coming soon. Join our Facebook group  Tweet me @amandakendle Hashtag #thoughtfultravelpod Chat on Facebook

In Episode 31 Amanda is talking about the different ways, both good and bad, that the internet has changed travel - how we plan and book it, how we act when we’re travelling, even how much money we spend on it! Jeff Ryan has a great perspective on this topic having spent 28 years gradually hiking the Appalachian Trail in the US. Over those three decades, he has seen the internet change many aspects of how he travels, and he has fully embraced them. Lola Akinmade-Åkerström has, as always, something particularly thoughtful to say about how the internet has changed travel - and Amanda agrees that we need to use its power pretty mindfully to make the most of it. Finally, Mark Wyld rejoices about how the internet has changed the way we book and plan travel - and how it can save us money, too. Links: Jeff Ryan’s author website Jeff’s book, Appalachian Odyssey Lola’s site Geotraveler’s Niche Lola’s post from Ireland - The Farmer Who Inherited a Medieval Kingdom  Wyld Family Travel Episode 21: Pros and Cons of the Internet for Travellers Tweet me @amandakendle Hashtag #thoughtfultravelpod Chat on Facebook

So just how slow is slow travel? We can probably all have some kind of similar idea on what slow travel is - being more mindful with how we spend our time travelling, not rushing around to tick off lists of all the sights, and possibly spending longer than usual in one spot - but how slow is slow? Amanda's guests in this episode all have a different take on how we can travel slowly, and her first one is a real champion at it: Jeff Ryan has taken 28 years to hike the Appalachian Trail! Not all at once, of course, but he has learnt some great lessons from these experiences about travelling slowly. Following this she chats with Jeremy and Katie Kloberdanz who are currently travelling full time and have used this experience to figure out the kind of slow travel that works for them.  Finally, Amanda talks with Lola Akinmade-Åkerström who has quite a different way of approaching slow travel, and one that has a lot of merit, as you can use her strategy even if you don’t have a whole of time to travel. Links:  Jeff Ryan’s author website -  http://www.jeffryanauthor.com/ Jeff’s book, Appalachian Odyssey -  http://amzn.to/2bB9o8u Jeremy and Katie Kloberdanz of The Life Bohemian website - http://www.thelifebohemian.com/ The Life Bohemian Podcast - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-life-bohemian/id1079385152?mt=2 Lola’s site Geotraveler’s Niche - http://www.lolaakinmade.com/ Slow Travel Stockholm - http://www.slowtravelstockholm.com Episode 13 - Taking it Slow: Travelling to Feel Like a Local http://notaballerina.com/13 jackrabbit.fm listener survey - thanks in advance for taking it! - http://www.jackrabbit.fm/survey Tweet me @amandakendle Hashtag #thoughtfultravelpod Chat on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/NotABallerina Show notes at https://notaballerina.com/25

Are you an adventurous eater? The topic of food in foreign countries is always a fascinating one and today’s episode addresses it on a couple of different fronts. To start with, Amanda speaks with Lola Akinmade Åkerström, who has built a fabulous career as a travel writer and photographer. One way she approaches foreign food is to get down to grass roots level which has seen her chatting with farmers and getting up very early to go out with fishermen. The next guest is Martin Bailey, another travel photographer who is based in Japan. It’s his decades of experience in Japan that led him to talk about some of the more unusual food experiences you can encounter in Japan, and they are not all experiences that Amanda would like to repeat! Jean Cheney of Traveling Honeybird has also eaten some particularly interesting foods in her time, and she discusses some of the meats she was served up in Mongolia, among other tasty treats she’s seen around the world. Links: Lola’s site Geotraveler’s Niche - http://www.lolaakinmade.com/ Lola’s photos of fisherman in the Seychelles - http://www.lolaakinmade.com/latest-news/photo-gallery-snapshots-seychelles/ Lola’s post about food producers in Emilia Romagna - http://www.lolaakinmade.com/europe/local-food-producers-in-emilia-romagna/ Slow Travel Stockholm - http://www.slowtravelstockholm.com Martin Bailey - https://www.martinbaileyphotography.com Martin’s photography tours and workshops - https://www.martinbaileyphotography.com/workshops Jean at Traveling Honeybird - http://www.travelinghoneybird.com Tweet me @amandakendle Hashtag #thoughtfultravelpod Chat on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/NotABallerina Show notes at https://notaballerina.com/23

Lola Akinmade of Slow Travel Stockholm takes us through one of the most idealic cities in all of Europe.  Lola helps us explore the hidden neighborhoods that make up this city.  We explore traditional Swedish fare like Swedish meatballs and reindeer.  We also go to the Vasa Museum where a formerly sunken warship makes up the large part of the building.  Traveling to Lapland to explore the great Northern Lights and we delve into some of the traditional festivals that we need to know about.  

This week's guest is Lola (Akinmade) Åkerström. Official photoblogger for Sweeden.se

In this episode, photographer and writer, Lola Akinmade Åkerström shares how her cross cultural experiences in Nigeria, the United States and Sweden have shaped the work she has done over the years. She also highlights her new project, The Local Purse, as well as her new book, In Every Mirror She's Black.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-global-chatter/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, photographer and writer, Lola Akinmade Åkerström shares how her cross cultural experiences in Nigeria, the United States and Sweden have shaped the work she has done over the years. She also highlights her new project, The Local Purse, as well as her new book, In Every Mirror She's Black. To learn more, visit theglobalchatter.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-global-chatter/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy