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We're kicking off Season 5 of Travel Notes with a true global music visionary—Jacob Edgar! As an ethnomusicologist, cultural explorer, and world music tastemaker, Jacob has spent his career uncovering the sounds that shape cultures around the globe.In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of ethnomusicology and its surprising breadth, explore how Putumayo World Music transformed global music marketing, and discuss how music influences our understanding of culture. Jacob also shares insights on the evolving role of music appreciation in different cultural contexts and how the digital age has shifted us from communal listening experiences to hyper-personalized curation.Join us as we celebrate the power of music to connect, educate, and inspire—one note at a time.

Today on Travel Notes, we are featuring the American Railroad project by the Silkroad Ensemble in anticipation of their show at the Charleston Gaillard Center on November 19th. Today's special guest, celtic harpist Maeve Gilchrist takes us behind the scenes of this monumental project.Silkroad's American Railroad project highlights untold stories and amplifies unheard voices from the communities who actually built the transcontinental railroad, addressing past injustices and providing a more truthful account of global diasporic contributions to the creation of the American Empire. We also listen to two tracks off of their upcoming album, The American Railroad album which comes out on November 15th.Tickets to American Railroad at the Charleston Gaillard CenterSilkroad WebsiteMaeve Gilchrist WebsiteTravel Notes WebpageTravel Notes Instagram

Today on Travel Notes, we talk to musician and songwriter, Eljuri. Eljuri is a New Yorker, immigrant, Latina, woman, singer, and guitarist. Her greatest passions are songwriting and activism. Her music is a fusion of Latin, reggae and global rhythms with rock and funk. Her bilingual songs are socially conscious and about current global issues.In her world, music and activism are positively intertwined. She seeks to empower not only the Latino community but all champions for human rights. She is an artivist (activist meets artist) whose bilingual songs are stories about resilience, resistance, civil rights, and saving the planet.We talk about her musical influences, mission as an artist and activist and her most recent tour and project, Concerts for Democracy.Eljuri Website - https://www.eljurimusic.com/Concerts for Democracy - https://www.eljurimusic.com/tour-1 Travel Notes - https://www.gracemcnallymusic.com/travel-notes

In this episode of Travel Notes, we explore the vibrant city of Toronto through the music of KUNÉ, Canada's Global Orchestra with special guests, Aline Morales & Matias Recharte. Formed in 2017 by The Royal Conservatory of Music, KUNÉ became an independent collective in 2021. This eleven-piece ensemble includes musicians from around the world, reflecting the cultural diversity of Toronto. We discuss how KUNÉ blends cultural traditions, fosters collaboration, and connects us all through their shared musical experience. https://www.kuneworld.com/ https://www.alinemorales.com/https://www.instagram.com/matiasrecharte/https://www.gracemcnallymusic.com/

Russia, Iran, Armenia, and Geopolitical Dynamics in EurasiaConversations on Groong - August 31, 2024Topics:Russian-Iranian RelationsRussian-Armenian RelationsUkraine's Kursk GambitPavel Durov Arrested in FranceObservations from Armenia and RussiaGuest:Dr. Pietro ShakarianHosts:Hovik Manucharyan - TW/@HovikYerevanAsbed Bedrossian - TW/@qubriqEpisode 357 | Recorded: August 28, 2024Subscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.ee/groong

This month on Travel Notes we head north to Canada where we talk with Laura Risk, assistant Professor in the Music and Culture program of the Department of Arts, Culture and Media at the University of Toronto Scarborough and professional Scottish and Québécois fiddler. Her fiddling has been described by filmmaker Ken Burns as "a revelation and achingly beautiful” and Living Tradition hails her 'powerful, percussive style… bursting with energy and passion.”Today, we dive into some of her research projects and explore tunes and musical traditions that are hundreds of years old with relations to music from all over the globe. We also listen to a few songs off her newest album, Traverse, which was released in 2023 and is a 10 track musical journey through traditional fiddle music. https://laurarisk.com/ https://www.gracemcnallymusic.com/

Welcome back to Travel Notes! Today, we're thrilled to chat with professional violinist, Laura Diaz. Laura's musical journey took her from graduating with degrees in Music Performance, Music History and Computer Information Systems to a 2021 SURF Grant where she explored Guatemalan composer Joaquín Orellana's career amidst Guatemala's turbulent history, digitizing and archiving his work for future generations. Tune in for a deep dive into the innovative music of Joaquín Orellana, Laura's groundbreaking project and this unique cultural connection!Link to the documentary: https://youtu.be/fFvcQVbNddwLink to NY Times article on Joaquín Orellana: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/19/arts/music/joaqin-orellana-the-spine-of-music.html

In today's show we are going somewhere we've never been before on Travel Notes! We are going to the southernmost island in the Caribbean just off the coast of Venezuela, perhaps most musically well known for their steel drums thanks to their economy's heavy reliance on petrochemicals and petroleum, you may have heard of this island called Trinidad and Tobago!Our cultural liaison will be Trinidadian and Toronto based musician Drew Gonsalves, founder of the calypso group Kobo Town. Together, we get to know the complex, diverse and compact country of Trinidad and Tobago through the musical lens of calypso and Kobo Town's newest album, Carnival of Ghosts.

Today's musical guests on Travel Notes are two lovely humans and fantastic musicians: Eleanor Dubinsky & Darío Acosta Teich. Eleanor is a USA-born vocalist, guitarist and cellist who sings in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese. Her music is open-hearted and culturally fluid, connecting underground tributaries between languages and world rhythms in uplifting, soulful compositions that explore the fragile links between human emotions and responsibility. Dario, a guitarist, composer and master of Latin folk instruments, combines his deep knowledge of classical and South American vocabularies with his passion for jazz harmony and free improvisation.Together, we explore their music, expansive respective and shared musical journeys and discuss how music connects us as all as human beings.Learn more about their work & music here

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This week on Travel Notes, Grace talks with the groundbreaking Gambian kora virtuoso, Sona Jobarteh! Sona is breaking barriers as the world's first professional female kora virtuoso from the West African Griot dynasties. With a lineage of renowned Kora masters, including her grandfather Amadu Bansang Jobarteh and cousin Toumani Diabaté, Sona's talent is unmatched. Her distinctive voice, infectious melodies, and onstage grace have garnered international acclaim. Beyond music, Sona is a dedicated humanitarian, founding The Gambian Academy and advocating for social change on global platforms. Join us as we dive into Sona's inspiring journey and discuss her impactful work as a global changemaker. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

Travel Notes highlights the LEAF Global Arts retreat happening May 9-12 in historic lake Eden, NC and talks with special guests, Jennifer Pickering who is the co executive director of LEAF Global Arts non-profit based in Asheville NC and Adama Dembele, LEAF Cultural Ambassador who is also a talented djembe and balafon player from the Ivory Coast. They listen to some of Adama's music and dive into everything you need to know about LEAF Global Arts Retreat and the organization as a whole!

In today's episode of Travel Notes we are talking with Derek Gripper who has been on the show before and a renowned South African guitarist, whose love for the kora set him to transcribing and recording some of its greatest works. He is joined by Malian kora virtuoso, Ballaké Sissoko for their upcoming performance at the Savannah Music Festival this weekend, March 30th at 5:30 PM and 8PM. For their performance, Sissoko and Gripper explore the ancient musical traditions of the griots of Mali in their performance titled: The Art of the Kora.This episode features an unreleased bonus track at the end of the program which will be on Derek & Ballaké album, 'Derek Gripper & Ballaké Sissoko' coming out in early May 2024

Join us on today's episode of Travel Notes as we journey to Uppsala, Sweden to chat with folk musician Gabbi from the Nordic folk/rock band, FRÄNDER.I was lucky enough to catch FRÄNDER live at the Scandinavia House in New York City earlier this year and I can tell you first hand that you guys are in for a treat. Not only is their music dynamic and fantastic live, it's also very thoughtfully rooted in Nordic folk music traditions which we dive into in more detail in today's show.

On today's episode of Travel Notes, we are featuring a musical group that had humble beginnings on a farm in South Africa some 63 years ago. Today, they are living legends whose music has played a pivotal role during the apartheid in South Africa. Nelson Mandela listened to their music while he was imprisoned during the apartheid citing their music carried a powerful message of peace. Today's featured guest is the legendary group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo We dive into their origin story, the style of music they sing, their new 2023 album ‘Soothe My Soul: Songs From Our South African Church' and revisit some of their most memorable moments throughout their incredible six decade long career. They've won more grammys than any other world music group in recorded music history - and today I'm honored to have Albert Mazibuko who is celebrating his 55th year as a member of Ladysmith Black Mambazo on the show.

Drum roll….it's the first episode of Travel Notes for 2024! I'm so excited about this year's first guest - Clay Ross, a multi-grammy award winning guitarist/vocalist, composer and educator about his group American Patchwork Quartet or APQ. I saw the American Patchwork Quartet perform at the APAP conference in NYC this past January and was absolutely blown away by their live performance and music.This dynamic and virtuosic group binds timeless American folk songs with jazz sophistication, country twang, West African hypnotics, and East Asian ornamentation on their debut self titled album which comes out Friday, February 9th. Throughout the album, we find potent symbols of unity in diversity, exploring universal truths through a range of musical languages and cultural lenses - themes like longing, heartbreak, desire, fulfillment, tranquility and love...ultimately revealing the joys, sorrows, and unwavering hope of a nation crafted by shared dreams and diverse histories.

In this episode, I share some observations from my travels through Costa Rica with my partner, Kate. You can listen to similar episodes here. https://open.spotify.com/show/7Fi9XnqmO02ocZgqYa9M77 In these turbulent times, it is essential to elevate one another. So, work on yourself and spread the positive vibes. It is crucial more than ever. Remember, to stay focused and keep working your projects. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mateomelichar/message

In a last-minute, new year's special, Unspeakable regular ChayaLeah Sufrin stops by the pod to report on her recent trip to Israel with her family. Even though she's been to Israel countless times, this trip was different in both expected and unexpected ways. ChayaLeah talks about the desperation of the families of hostages, the morale of Israeli soldiers, what Israelis think about America these days, and about visiting the site of the Supernovo Music Festival. She also explains (sort of) how the Iron Dome defense system works. Spoiler: it's not Jewish space lasers. She also recounts a recent family trip to Kansas and reflects on how warmly her Orthodox family was greeted by locals. GUEST BIO ChayaLeah Sufrin is the co-host, with Yael Bar-tur, of the podcast Ask A Jew and Executive Director at the Hillel at California State University, Long Beach. Prior to Hillel, she spent 15 years teaching high school Jewish history and was the Education Director of Shul by the Shore. ChayaLeah has been married to her husband Boruch for 18 years and together they have 4 sons. Jewish education and building community are ChayaLeah's two main passions - she also loves the New England Patriots. Want to hear the whole conversation? Upgrade your subscription here. HOUSEKEEPING ✈️ Unspeakeasy Retreats: See where we're going to be in 2024!

In this episode of Travel Notes we are exploring the current political and cultural dynamic in Cuba through the eyes and upcoming album of Grammy nominated powerhouse duo, Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne's who perform under the name OKAN. Fusing Afro-Cuban roots with jazz, folk and global rhythms in songs about immigration, resistance and love, OKAN takes their name from the word for heart in their Afro-Cuban religion of Santeria.

Today on Travel Notes Grace is joined by special guest is Kurtis Lamkin, a Philadelphia born and Charleston based poet and musician specializing in the west african kora and an instrument called the jinjin. In true griot fashion, he blurs the line between poet, musician and storyteller. Kurt has performed on stage, radio, film, and television, and was one of the featured poets in the Bill Moyers documentary, Fooling With Words. He also hosted MultiKultiMove, a reading series featuring writers from around the world; and produced a radio series called, “Living Proof: Contemporary Black Literature.”And as Mark Nepo, NYTimes best selling author puts it - “Kurtis Lamkin is a singular talent of our generation entering his years of mastery. He is an innovator, a storyteller, a musician, a poet and a moral historian who has studied and mastered the kora, a West African bridge harp with twenty-one strings...And in the tradition of Homer he travels the country singing the truth of our history, the hope of our humanity, and the imagination of our community…”

Having returned from almost three weeks of non-stop travels, I come bearing THOUGHTS. On finding balance when being out of your routines, boundaries, money anxiety, and the constant search for fulfillment (spoiler alert: it remains to be found).

In this part II episode of Venezuelan music on Travel Notes, we go live from the Ohm Radio studio with Charleston based group, the Venezuelan Sound Ensemble to bring you live Venezuelan folk music and conversation. We dive into the rich and multifaceted history and musical traditions that connect Venezuela to other countries near and far.

In this episode of Travel Notes, we embark on the first leg of a journey through Venezuela's rich musical landscape with award winning Venezuelan born Toronto based musician, Eliana Cuevas. Her most recent album, Seré Libre, blends together classical, jazz, Afro-Venezuelan rhythms and folk music to create a seamless reflection of the multifaceted music of Venezuela.

Join host Grace McNally for an all new Travel Notes episode on Native American music and culture featuring Cathy Nelson from Keepers of the Word, an organization that works to preserve South Carolina Native culture and Two Piece, a Charleston based musical duo comprised of Delia Chariker and Bill Whittaker.

Welcome to another Travel Notes episode. This time I'm going to take you to Madeira Island, one of the most beautiful and unique destinations in the world! Join me as we explore this breathtaking Portuguese island, located off the coast of Morocco. Madeira is known for its stunning landscapes, incredible food, and warm, welcoming people. During this episode, we will talk about the island's lush forests, towering mountains, and incredible coastline, amazing for surfing. You gonna take some travel notes about the must-see sights and experiences that you won't want to miss, from hiking along the Levadas (ancient irrigation channels) to tasting the local Madeira wine. By the way, here's my up-to-date post with all the best restaurants in the island: https://marleneonthemove.com/best-restaurants-in-madeira/ So, sit back and let me take you on this journey!

Today on an all new Travel Notes, Grace talks with Osei Chandler host of Roots Musik Karamu - one of the longest running radio shows on SC public radio. They talk about the African roots of Caribbean music, Osei's contributions to South Carolina's cultural and music landscape and more.

Tune in as Bailey recounts a surprisingly amazing weekend trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas! She, her partner, Monish, and 3 of his friends spent Labor Day Weekend 2021 together exploring Hot Springs. Join in on a trip filled with mountain biking, lake-tube-floating, bathhouse-touring and more! TRAVEL NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2021/09/08/5-ultra-fun-things-to-do-in-hot-springs-arkansas/  WATCH THIS TRIP'S VIDEO ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/iuh-NrNtVlQ  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ SHOP: https://baileyswaydesigns.etsy.com WEBSITE: https://whatisheybailsdoing.com/

Tune in as Bailey recounts her very first road trip, taken in December 2021. She and her partner, Monish, drove from Houston, TX to New Mexico and back, stopping in multiple cities along the way. Join in on this trip filled with adventure, laughter, the World's Largest Pistachio, snowless ski resorts, Cadillacs stuck in the ground and more! VIDEO OF THIS TRIP: https://youtu.be/jF_VkAiz7X0  TRAVEL NOTES: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/2021/12/30/the-ultimate-road-trip-from-houston-tx-to-new-mexico/  SUPPORT THE SHOW: http://whatisheybailsdoing.com/support-the-show/ SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BaileysWayDesigns

Today on Travel Notes, Grace talks with award winning Brazilian guitarist and songwriter, Badi Assad about her creative process, current projects, mindfulness practice, challenges she's overcome during her career and more.

Happy Holidays from Travel Notes! Join me and special co host Ryan Lareau for a special holiday edition of Travel Notes, A Christmas around the World where we find out how the world sings about Christmas.

Inspired by my brother who is living and working in Japan, tune in to explore the ancient and immersive art form of Taiko Drumming!

Season 2.3, issue 7(part 2), Patro and Frank read each other's words from years ago, embarrassed while recalling 第2.3季第七期下，和Patro与Frank互相读了数年前的文字，一边回忆一边尴尬 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

In this episode of Travel Notes we are going to travel across the ocean and through time as we discuss Canadian musician, Lenka Lichtenberg's latest project, ‘The Thieves of Dreams' which features songs inspired by her grandmother's notebooks from while she was in Theresienstadt concentration camp during WWII. This story is about women, strength, loss, human tragedy and family.Tune to hear our conversation and Lenka's beautiful music at

Season 2.3, issue 7(part 1), Patro and Frank read each other's words from years ago, embarrassed while recalling 第2.3季第七期上，和Patro与Frank互相读了数年前的文字，一边回忆一边尴尬 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

Season 2.3, issue 6, talking with Patro and Frank about the familiarity of reading travel books, but completely off topic 第2.3季第六期，和Patro与Frank聊聊游记中的熟悉感，然后就聊偏了 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

Here are some more travel notes for you to get motivated as we head into Q4. Thanks for bringing more goodness. Please visit here. Also, you can get your morning coffee and start the day right. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mateomelichar/message

Season 2.3, issue 5, talking with Patro about my memory and the difference between those known sites 第2.3季第五期，和Patro聊聊游记中已知景点的参照感 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

Enjoy my pondering and traveling around Europe. Thanks for getting more goodness. Please visit here. Also, you can get your morning coffee and start the day right. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mateomelichar/message

Season 2.3, issue 4, talking with Patro and Frank about my memory of Istanbul and the purpose of reading travel notes 第2.3季第四期，和Patro与Frank聊聊我利物浦的游记里关于文化背景知识的学习 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

When you travel near water, spend time honing your leadership and skills to grow as a better human being. Especially as a leader, you need an intense period to recharge and low periods of renewal to come back strong. You can read more here. Thanks for sharing this further with your teams, your friends and family. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mateomelichar/message

Season 2.3, issue 3, talking with Patro and Frank about my trip to Liverpool and the attitude of knowledges 第2.3季第三期，和Patro与Frank聊聊我利物浦的游记里关于文化背景知识的学习 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

难忘的一天 昨天我来到了北京，今天下午我骑共享单车去了天安门广场，一路上穿过了很多大街小巷，北京的自行车道很宽，有足够多的地方骑自行车。我住的地方在北京二环，到天安门广场5公里，路上我看到了很多不同时代，不同风格的建筑，但是都不高，两三层的居多。五月的北京天气很好，很适合骑自行车。北京的建筑很漂亮，尤其是古建筑，很有特色，也很有韵味。如果你来中国，我建议你一定来北京看看。在北京的第二天，我还没有看到很多高楼大厦，明天我要去故宫，我很期待！终于到了天安门广场，我特别兴奋，天安门广场真的好气派啊，比电视上，图片里看到的都漂亮！身临其境的感觉真的很好，我后悔没有早点来北京，因为我看到了很多报道，说北京很拥挤，有沙尘暴，空气质量不好，但是五月真的天气非常不错，如果你不在高峰期坐地铁，也还可以，沙尘暴更是偶尔才有的。。我在天安门广场前拍了好多照片，北京的天很高很蓝，拍照特别好看，我感到非常满足，因为拍了很多满意的照片，可以留着以后老了看，或者给以后的小孩看。天安门广场对面有很多中国的政府机构，人民大会堂。。。。。然后也有很多警察，你需要刷身份证才可以近距离到天安门广场前拍照，但是我感觉很自豪，中国的首都比我想象中更漂亮，更大气。我觉得我应该更好的给外国人介绍中国的文化，让世界更了解中国。 今天我特别开心，真的是非常有意义的一天。https://youtube.com/channel/UCOJxw99e6i_LGfB2xqrKiPQ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/clover-tao/support

In this episode of Travel Notes, Grace McNally talks with Sicilian folk musician Michela Musolino about her music and musical journey as a Sicilian American. Together they discuss the rituals, traditions, people and idiosyncrasies surrounding Sicilian folk music. Now a resident of Memphis, Tennessee - Michela illustrates the similarities she hears between Sicilian folk music and the blues from the American Southeast.

Season 2.3, issue 2, talking to Patro about my trip to Munich and the attitude of famous scenic spots 第2.3季第二期，和Patro聊聊我去慕尼黑的游记里关于经典打卡地的取舍 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

Season 2.3, issue 1, talking to Frank about my trip to Prague and the completeness of the records in my travels 第2.3季第一期，和Frank聊聊我去布拉格的旅行和游记里我们记录的完整性 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

Season 2.3 Opening: A recitation contest between F and P 第2.3季开篇，一场P和F的朗诵比赛 For more information, you can follow the WeChat public account: willyi_ You can also follow personal ins: willyi_ 更多内容，可以关注微信公众号：不著 还可以关注个人ins：willyi_ 「This Season」 I want to know, What did I write in my travel notes Can memories be altered after storage How does the meaning come up with memories 我想了解， 游记中我都写了一些什么 记忆在封存之后会发酵吗 旅行的意义是怎么变化的

Hey guys, I'm sharing another episode from my other Fit Fun Life project and the collaboration with my partner Hala Giady, which is relevant for today's wider pondering about life and how to travel suits all of that. Sometimes, it's essential to change the environment and visit new places, just like I did here in Africa. Go out and travel; I thought it was not for everybody, but every time you do, you expand your horizons. ;-) Traveling opens your horizons and gives you new inputs. Try it this year and visit some new places and see your life change for the better. Check out Kate's White Instagram around travel, fitness, and fashion Check out Julian's Riedl LinkedIn and connect with Julian if you need a human behavior specialist. Follow Mateo on Instagram for more bites of inspiration around resilience, wisdom, and life lessons. Share this episode with three of your friends. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mateomelichar/message

Season 2 of Travel Notes is officially here! I can't think of a better way to kick off season 2 than with the wonderful Ukrainian classical guitarist, Ulyana Machneva.Ulyana began playing classical guitar at age six and she currently teaches, composes and performs in Charleston, SC. Her career has taken her around the world and her pieces have been performed in numerous countries. We talk about Ukrainian music, its role for the Ukrainian people in today's current conflict & its influence on American composer George Gershwin and much more. Ulyana performs a beautiful Ukrainian folk song on the larharp and we listen and chat about the inspiration behind a few of her original compositions and arrangements.

It's Episode 12 and Travel Notes is officially 1 year old! In today's show we are joined by a special guest, South African guitarist Derek Gripper. We dive deep into the nitty-gritty, not so pretty side of the classical guitar, explore the connection between kora master Toumani Diabate and JS Bach, talk about lessons Derek has learned from studying kora music and how he has applied them to the classical guitar. He even performs a song off of his album, Billy Goes to Durban which is inspired by southern baptist preacher Billy Graham. Hope you guys enjoy the show!P.S.To celebrate this milestone, there will be a longer extended episode on youtube where we dive into even more topics like yoga, the Bach basement tapes, ga ga dance, ancient Eastern Cape bow music and much more. You definitely don't want to miss it. To access the video, check out the Travel Notes Instagram Page for a link in the bio.

In episode 11 of Travel Notes, host Grace McNally is joined with Azato, the artist behind a 7 piece Honolulu based world roots/reggae band who blend together Afro Cuban, Jazz, Blues, Hawaiian, Samoan, classical, and African elements into their music. They talk about the message and inspiration behind Azato's debut album, Love is the Conqueror and explore topics such as the Hawaiin renaissance, culture and social challenges faced in the inner city of Honolulu.

In episode 10 of Travel Notes, we explore how traditional Irish music crossed the Atlantic and wove its way into the fabric of American country music. Host Grace McNally interview's her friend and colleague, Chris Kirschbaum, as they discuss his connection to Ireland, pub culture, Irish traditional music's influence on American country music and much more!

In episode 9 of Travel Notes, I sit down with Susto's Justin Osborne to talk about an influential trip to Cuba and the connection between Cuban trova music and American troubadours such as John Prine. We talk about Susto's new album, Time in the Sun and the common themes throughout the album such as the joys and suffering of life, mental health and spirituality.

In this month's episode of Travel Notes, we cross the pond to Senegal, Africa, a country very close to my heart. Quick back story: My parents met, fell in love and got married in Senegal and Senegalese artists such as Youssou N'Dour and Baaba Maal filled our childhood home.From Peter Gabriel to Mumford and Sons, Senegalese musicians have made an impact on the world music stage. Join host Grace McNally, as we listen and explore this incredible country and its infectious genres of music.

In episode 7 of Travel Notes, host Grace McNally sits down with Dr. Michael O'brien - multi-instrumentalist, ethnomusicologist and head of the Music Department at the College of Charleston. Together they explore an Argentinian carnival art called the Murga Porteña, and specifically a character named the Bombo con Platillo who plays an instrumental and sometimes controversial roll not only in carnival but also Argentinian politics, soccer and feminist movements. Vamos!

Travel Notes is a show that uses music as a medium to explore the world and ways in which we are all connected. Join host, Grace McNally, as we travel from the deserts of Africa to the beaches of Brazil - listening, dancing and talking with musicians who illustrate the richness of the music, culture and its' connection to other parts of the world. Have a question, feedback or want to request a destination for a future episode? Email Grace at travelnotespodcast@gmail.com and don't get too comfy, because our next trip is just around the corner!

They have a saying in Cambodia, that music is the soul of a nation. In episode 4 of Travel Notes we find out exactly what that means when it comes to Cambodia's rich and complex music and political history. Tune in!

In this episode Dosta reads from his personal travel notes that were written during his stay at the Hyderabad Airport, India.    Find more episodes here: Podbean: https://andrewlakepodcast.podbean.com/ iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/andrew-lake-podcast/id1439388762?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36T6M5UiOt9E35U6faNQUi Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JonoLakeside      

In this podcast, Vitaliy recalls his early 2019 trip to Europe. Written in the pre-COVID days, this essay takes the listener on a tour of a handful of random European cities, as well as a tour of random thoughts from Vitaliy.He muses on everything... The post Zurich to Nice – Travel Notes – Ep 118 appeared first on The Intellectual Investor.

In this podcast, Vitaliy recalls his early 2019 trip to Europe. Written in the pre-COVID days, this essay takes the listener on a tour of a handful of random European cities, as well as a tour of random thoughts from Vitaliy.He muses on everything from impressionism, to Charlie Chaplin, to Masayoshi Son of Softbank fame. Enjoy! You can find the links mentioned in the podcast in the article here: https://contrarianedge.com/zurich-to-nice-travel-notes/

Director Julie Dash participates in a conversation with Melina Matsoukas on Dash's career as a filmmaker. She shares details from behind the scenes of her films (Daughters of the Dust, Travel Notes of Geechee Girl, The Rosa Parks Story) and talks about her desire to present narratives with authenticity.

In this second "mini-sode", Zuzu Haus host and creator Jenné Afiya share's the importance and meaning behind the "recipe" segment of the show along with what the expect in the coming weeks ahead - including the announcement of the show's first guest Juju Bae! Materials Referenced | Vibration Cooking: or, The Travel Notes of a Geechee Girl by Vertamae Smart-Grosvenor and My Soul Looks Back by Jessica B. Harris View this weeks "recipe" plus more content and good energy over on Instagram @zuzu_haus! Produced + Edited by Queen Dejean Theme Music "Coast" by Queen Dejean

A catch up with an Italian plantsman I befriended while working in Oregon. We enjoyed hikes and visits to nurseries, including a 8 hours drive to collect some Pinus lambertiana (Sugar Pine) cones - the longest pine cones in the world. Things everyone does when in America I'm sure... Luca has since moved to Australia, working for one of the best nurseries in the country.

Welcome to my podcast, AccordingtoDes. I interview people with passions, hobbies, or side hustles trying to live their best lives by following their dreams and pursuing their goals. Get ready to be inspired! On today’s episode, I interviewed Agnese from Travel Notes. Agnese was born and raised in Italy and now resides in Dublin, Ireland. Not only does she travel the world but she travels sustainably and advocates for others to do so as well! She discusses how she got started with traveling and how she created her travel website, Travel Notes. Listen to this episode to be inspired to travel in a sustainable way! Where to Find Agnese: Instagram: instagram.com/agnese_olivia Travel ambassador (paused at the moment: instagram.com/momondo Website: travelnotesonline.com Linktree: linktr.ee/agnese_olivia Twitter: twitter.com/TravelNotesOnl?s=20 Facebook: facebook.com/travelnotesonline Don’t forget to follow me for everything travel, mental health, and more! Instagram.com/accordingtodes Facebook.com/groups/accordingtodes Facebook.com/accordingtodes Youtube.com/moviesaccordingtodes

A slightly different episode this week, where we talk about our setups when traveling. Also, Jason explains his favorite mouse and Chris explains Dota Underlords. Got a travel tip for us? Email us at feedback@pnapodcast.com!   Travel Notes  What do you take when you travel? 4 days? 14 days?  PC Gaming on the Go?  Warframe  Steelseries Rival 500  Macbooks get HOT  Switch Dock  Anker 6 Port USB Charger  Grid It!  Dota Underlords       

*Headphones Recommended!* Psst. Do you know the password for today’s gangster-, spy-, and code-filled SHELF TALKING? Blink once for no, twice for yes…. Recorded live at Literati: –Jason Fagone chronicles the life of cryptology pioneer Elizebeth Friedman in his book The Woman Who Smashed Codes. –A. Brad Schwartz reveals the true story of Al Capone and Eliot Ness in Scarface and the Untouchable, co-authored with Max Allan Collins. –Chicago poet Susanna Lang shares some jazzy, Capone-inspired verse from her latest collection Travel Notes from the River Styx. Shelf Talking is produced by Mike and Hilary Gustafson with John Ganiard, Matthew Flores, and Sam Krowchenko Our theme songs are “Orange and Red” and "Bonhomie" by Pity Sex (2016, Run for Cover Records)

Need a break from the hectic holiday season? Look no further than this poetry-packed episode of SHELF TALKING! Recorded live at Literati: –Phillip Crymble reads from his debut volume Not Even Laughter. –Susanna Lang shares work from her latest book Travel Notes from the River Styx. –Will Walton reads selections from his YA novel I Felt a Funeral, in My Brain. –Tarfia Faizullah reads poems from her sophomore collection Registers of Illuminated Villages. Shelf Talking is produced by Mike and Hilary Gustafson with John Ganiard, Matthew Flores, and Sam Krowchenko Our theme songs are “Orange and Red” and "Bonhomie" by Pity Sex (2016, Run for Cover Records)

Barry, Dave and Tod are back from a day at NY Comic Con and give their impressions of the worlds largest fan event. Also Doctor Who has returned and the Joes give their varied reactions to this freshly gender swapped incarceration of the Doctor. The first of four Star Trek Shorts is up on CBS all Access, plus a new Discovery Season 2 trailer has been released, making this, wait for it ... a good day to Trek.  All this plus Random topics, Dave’s Travel Notes and a quick Venom review that is maybe two minutes longer than it deserves.  Thanks for Listening!

We’re back, after a brief summer hiatus and we are talking “Hellblade”, gaming droughts and the room 1 & 2 before moving on to this week’s topic. Loot boxes, pay-to-win and children gambling. Also Aadil gets a little yelly at the end… for biological reasons. Its a special beer week, celebrating the “Honest Brew” fan designed special edition brew ‘Free Lunch’ in collaboration with “Northern Monk”. Lucy has the ‘Travel Notes’ International IPA from “Northen Monk” and “Fieldwork”, as well as Lonely Planet.

Homecoming / In-Gathering: Water Ceremony. Inter-Generational Service All are invited to bring water samples from places of special significance, and to contribute your waters to our common bowl, symbolizing the converging of the streams of our lives into this remarkable community at People’s Church. During the service the Ministerial Search Committee will be introduced, and we will read together a portion of the Search Committee Charter which the Committee developed during their start-up retreat in August.

JHK shares his observations of Boulder, Colorado and Minneapolis, Minnesota--two cities that do not live up to their reputation for entirely different reasons.

In this show, Ken talks about some remarkable gardens he visited in San Diego, California. Also, he shares more Planthropology about one of our favorite garden stars...and we squeeze in some listener email. Be sure to visit our web site www.realdirtradio.com to view Ken's photographs of San Diego gardens.

Ken reports on his recent trips to the Scott Arboretum in Swarthmore, PA and a wonderful private garden in Arkansas

Ken describes some wonderful gardens he visited on a recent speaking tour.