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Joe's Gonna Roll through this Traveller character creation session and things get wild. Access ad-free episodes, exclusive podcasts, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jointhenaish.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Come see us LIVE in a city near you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.glasscannonnetwork.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nasiru Ibrahim — an architect from Nigeria and a new adventure rider — sets out on his first true motorcycle journey with a simple idea: ride his Yamaha Ténéré to the Ténéré Desert. It's an ambitious first trip, fueled by equal parts curiosity and confidence. Heading north through regions where the language and culture feel familiar, he anticipates the usual challenges — long distances, fatigue, border crossings, and the uncertainties of travelling solo. Instead, a routine stop in a small desert town leads to his arrest and detention in a politically tense region. What follows is a two-week ordeal far from home, as he navigates uncertainty, bureaucracy, and the stark realization of how quickly an adventure can take an unexpected turn.

Matthew, Skid, and Joe begin creating the characters that will be played in the GCN's first ever Traveller Gauntlets at Gen Con! Access ad-free episodes, exclusive podcasts, and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jointhenaish.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Come see us LIVE in a city near you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.glasscannonnetwork.com/tour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ask us questions!The crew returns to the Skyhammer to try and find out anything that could have happened to Raul. Music by: Karl Casey@White Bat AudioSystem used: Traveller 2e, 2022 UpdateSupport the showFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080355230476

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Raised in the mild climate of Northern California, Christopher Griffen's steady diet of Marvel comic books, Star Wars, Dungeons & Dragons, and all the sci-fi he could read turned him into the man-child that he is today. Now a writer of both role-playing games – Traveller, from Mongoose Publishing is his game of choice – and comics from Markosia Publishing, he is living the dream, collaborating with some of the best in the business to create narratives for all to enjoy. Please check out these relevant links: Pioneer RPG Christopher Griffen on DriveThruRPG Christopher Griffen on Amazon Welcome to Dice in Mind, a podcast hosted by Bradley Browne and Jason Kaufman to explore the intersection of life, games, science, music, philosophy, and creativity through interviews with leading creatives. All are welcome in this space. Royalty-free music "Night Jazz Beats" courtesy of flybirdaudio.

Tuesday 24 February 2026 Australia’s beef industry expects an exemption from US tariffs, as the rest of the world struggles to understand the winners and losers from the latest 15 per cent imposition. The federal Opposition pressures the government on Islamic State families The Gold Coast is getting a Trump Tower The Fair Work Commission finds in favour of an employer who sacked a worker for making the Nazi salute Australians warned about travelling to Mexico Join our free daily newsletter here. And don’t miss the latest episode of How Do They Afford That? - this week, the kids’ money blueprint. Get the episode from APPLE, SPOTIFY, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew returns to Calypso to regroup and uncover the secrets of Clara Vale's secret message. featuring: Rodney- The Referee Steve- Vonlan Quis, a relic of a more civilized age.  Bryan- Fastol Hullbreaker, a burned secret agent Matt- Graccus Sirperch, a former pirate and all around lout Jay- The Hound, a bounty hunter regarded as the second best shot in the subsector.   Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Motorcycles have evolved, and with that evolution comes more electronics — including CAN bus systems that many riders still misunderstand. If you've ever seen a mysterious warning light or struggled with adding accessories like auxiliary lights, you've probably heard CAN bus blamed. In this episode, we break down what CAN bus actually is, why it's not the enemy of customization, and how modern systems can actually create more opportunity for riders who understand them.

The Travellers have been hired by Milis Trifan to investigate an alien derelict in deep space, but first they must deal with the criminal records that keep them grounded on Uakye. So while that's getting straightened out, they might as well participate in a death race!

A group of five Travellers say they were turned away from a Howth restaurant after booking a table – told their reservation was cancelled and “you're not getting in tonight”. It raises a massive question: do pubs, bars and restaurants have the right to refuse anyone, anytime… or is that just discrimination dressed up as “management reserves the right”?We spoke to Kathleen, a Traveller in her 50s who says she's been refused her whole life. Others in hospitality argue venues are wary because of past trouble.

A positive outlook for Chinese tourism as a new visa pathway delivers results. The trial allows Chinese and Pacific travellers with a valid Australian visa to enter New Zealand for up to three months. Arrivals have nearly tripled since December, with Chinese tourists injecting about $210 million into Kiwi businesses. Tourism Holdings Limited Chief Executive Grant Webster told Mike Hosking the trial is absolutely working and New Zealand's responding faster to growing demand from Chinese visitors. He says this just gives more options for these travellers, adding we're fortunate to have this system as it doesn't work the other way around. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's optimism newly introduced visa-free travel for Chinese and Pacific tourists will prove successful long-term. The trial allows visitors to enter New Zealand for up to three months on a valid Australian visa. The Government says arrivals have almost tripled since December, reaching 36,800 visits. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford told Ryan Bridge the scheme will be reviewed around the 12-month mark to assess its success and any risks. She says there's little to no risk, as we're essentially piggybacking off Australia's robust system. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Citações e trechos do livro “Living is Dying”, de Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse.Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche ou Thubten Chökyi Gyamtso, é um grande mestre da linhagem Nyingma do budismo tibetano, cineasta e escritor.Nascido em 1961, em Khenpajong (leste do Butão), é o filho mais velho de Thinley Norbu.Aos sete anos, foi reconhecido por Sua Santidade Sakya Trizin como a principal encarnação de Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Chökyi Lodrö, o herdeiro espiritual de uma das mais influentes e admiradas encarnações de Manjushri (o Buda da Sabedoria).Até a idade de doze anos, Dzongsar estudou no Mosteiro do Palácio do Rei de Sikkim no nordeste da Índia, onde estudou com vários mestres contemporâneos influentes como Dudjom Rinpoche, Dalai Lama e Dilgo Khyentse que considera ser seu principal mestre. Ainda adolescente, Dzongsar construiu um pequeno centro de retiro em Ghezing em Sikkim e logo começou a viajar e ensinar pelo mundo.Em 1989, Dzongsar fundou a Siddhartha's Intent, uma associação budista internacional de centros sem fins lucrativos, a maioria das quais são sociedades e instituições de caridade, com a intenção principal de preservar os ensinamentos budistas, bem como aumentar a conscientização e a compreensão dos muitos aspectos do ensinamento budista além dos limites das culturas e tradições.Como cineasta, Dzongsar estudou com o italiano Bernardo Bertolucci; e seus dois filmes principais são “A Copa” (1999) e “Traveller e Magicians” (2003).Dzongsar Rinpoche é famoso pela liberdade descontraída com que se move entre culturas e povos e por sua dedicação incansável em trazer a filosofia e o caminho da iluminação para qualquer pessoa com um coração aberto.

When the huge storm closed State Highway One between Taihape and Hunterville yesterday leaving hundreds of drivers stranded, the community at Winiata Marae knew just what to do. They quickly put word out that warm food and a place to rest could be found at the marae on the outskirts of Taihape. Our reporter Robin Martin was there.

Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to chat about some great deals and incredible trips for adults looking to get away.Sarah has picked a wide range of holidays suitable for couples, friends and solo travellers. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

After a brief encounter with a Republic deserter, the crew heads to Dionysus to steal an arms shipment bound for the Navy.  featuring: Rodney- The Referee Steve- Vonlan Quis, a relic of a more civilized age.  Bryan- Fastol Hullbreaker, a burned secret agent Matt- Graccus Sirperch, a former pirate and all around lout Jay- The Hound, a bounty hunter regarded as the second best shot in the subsector.   Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Your weekly summary of the TTRPG news in 3 minutes or less with Jessica Hancock. If you'd like to hear these stories discussed in more detail, you can listen to Morrus Unofficial TTRPG Talk Podcast or you can read all about it on www.ENworld.org  Baldur's Gate TV Show Mutants & Masterminds 4th Edition WotC Continues D&D's Advance To Digital First Brand Hasbro CEO Says AI Integration Has Been "A Clear Success" Get Ready for Traveller 5e

What happens when two seasoned overland riders trade full-size adventure bikes for 50cc, 50-year-old two-strokes? German engineers Bea Höbenreich and Helmut Koch set out to prove that real motorcycle adventure isn't about horsepower or gear—it's about mindset. From Australia's punishing outback to Cape York's legendary Old Telegraph Track, they battled bike drownings, deep sand, brutal creek crossings, and relentless headwinds on the smallest machines in the landscape.

Welcome to the Ballad of the Seven Dice. Happy Holidays dear Travellers! The investigators are prepped and ready to dive into the operation. Will they meet TAB? Will they get caught in their plans? Will someone go maverick?  NOTE: Fatuma's audio is a little off this episode. We tried to fix it up the best we can, so we hope you enjoy the episode!  Check out our YouTube Want to join in on the conversation? Join Our Discord Show Notes Conspiracy Unravel, Closing In, A Bad Outcome - Monument Studio Neon God, Experiment 4, Snowfield, Time, In This Time,  - Dark Fantasy Studio Italian City Streets, Urban Night   - Michaël Ghelfi

Ask us questions!Gendry is reunited with The Crew of the Cosmic Orca armed with vital information about what Rhys Mercer was up to. Music by: Karl Casey@White Bat Audio and SoundridemusicSystem used: Traveller 2e, 2022 UpdateSupport the showFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080355230476

Cuba is sliding deeper into crisis as it is cut off from energy sources due to U.S. sanctions. Now a shortage of aviation fuel is affecting Canadians directly as Air Canada cancels all flights, forcing travellers to scramble to get home.And: Ontario is placing every police service under a microscope, after the province's largest police force was caught up in a massive corruption case. Several Toronto police officers now face criminal charges. The province's independent investigation is a move seen by some to try to restore public trust in policing.Also: A new report is giving a better understanding about what drives food allergies in kids. And there's little a parent can do to prevent their child from developing one.Plus: Olympic drones, Alberta separatism, Epstein files, and more.

A culture where repair work takes on spiritual meaning; and the Traveller and Scarry go out for dinner...Plus the reveal of last week's audience vote!Transcript available at www.monstrousproductions.org/travelling-light/tls02-e072This episode's entry to the archives was based on an idea by Matthew Walker, with accompanying artwork on Instagram @Monstrous_Productions, on Tumblr @Monstrous_Productions and on Bluesky @MonstrousPod.Submit your own entries to the archive at monstrousproductions.org, by email at submissions@monstrousproductions.org, or through our social media accounts. We accept everything from one-line prompts to fully written entries. See the website for more details.Support the show by making a donation at ko-fi.com/monstrousproductions or signing up for monthly donations. Supporters will also receive bonus artwork and additional content, and an invitation to the Monstrous Productions Discord server.----Created by H.R. Owen and Matt McDyre.Written and performed by H.R. OwenTheme tune: Travelling Light Theme by VincaFeaturing sound effects from Snake16547 and 607freesound, accessed through freesound.orgAdditional sound by H.R. Owen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's something about being on a motorcycle that just feels right — in ways that are hard to explain, but easy to recognize. Not long ago on the show, cognitive scientist Mark Changizi, author of Motorcycle Mind, talked about how riding a motorcycle is unlike anything else we do, because the physics involved mean the bike responds directly to your body — your balance, your inputs, your movement — reacting instantly, almost like a hybrid of human and machine moving as one. That connection sharpens focus and pulls you fully into the moment, and according to Changizi, it can change how our brains process space, motion, and risk. Those changes don't necessarily stop when the bike is shut off, and for some people, riding becomes a place to return to — a way forward when other things aren't working, a focus when life is closing in — and that idea sits at the center of today's episode, as Rusty David shares his story.This episode contains a brief reference to suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

Stranded almost 200 kilometers from the shore, chest-deep in a shallow sea, the Travellers must survive the environment and the wildlife until they can be rescued.

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Hey there friends and weirdos! This week we rope friend of the show KT back into a discussion of our favorite Cosmick Traveller, Dirk Gillabel. In this one we explore beyond singing bowls, tarot, and gnomes. How does the etheric body work? How can you use astral projection to contact sound-light beings? Did Dirk have a chance encounter with a Dragon entity in 90s New York? Who is the Lady with the Star? We discuss all this and much more!

Amy muses on the death of guidebooks due to the internet and reminisces about some oldies but goodies on Japan, from John Murray's Handbook for Travellers in Japan (1891) to more recent guidebooks specializing in hiking mountains and pilgrimages. Books MentionedJohn Murray's Handbook for Travellers in Japan (1890's)Japanese Customs and Manners by Mock Joya (Sakurai Shoten/JTB, 1951)Japanese Etiquette: An Introduction (World Fellowship Committee of the Tokyo WYCA, Charles E Tuttle Co., 1955)Japanese Etiquette, by Bun Nakajima (1955, 1957)Western Manners and English Conversation, by Glenn F. Baker (Sanseido, 1937)Japan Inside Out by Jay, Sumi & Garet Gluck (1964, 1992)Tokyo Subway Guide: Including 40 Bilingual Station Maps, by Boye Lafayette DeMente (Kodansha, 2002)A Guide to Food Buying in Japan, by Caroyn R. Krouse (Tuttle, 1986)A Birdwatcher's Guide to Japan, by Mark Brazil (Kodansha International, 1987)Etiquette Guide to Japan, by Boye De Mente (Charles E. Tuttle Co., 1990)Amy's Guide to Best Behavior in Japan (Stone Bridge Press, 2018)Hiking and Trekking the Japan Alps and Mount Fuji by Tom Fay and Wes Lang (Cicerone, 2019)Japan's Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage, by Kat Davis (Cicerone, 2019) The Books on Asia Podcast is co-produced with Plum Rain Press. Podcast host Amy Chavez is author of The Widow, the Priest, and the Octopus Hunter: Discovering a Lost Way of Life on a Secluded Japanese Island. and Amy's Guide to Best Behavior in Japan.The Books on Asia website posts book reviews, podcast episodes and episode Show Notes. Subscribe to the BOA podcast from your favorite podcast service. Subscribe to the Books on Asia newsletter to receive news of the latest new book releases, reviews and podcast episodes.

New Zealanders travelling to some parts of Asia are being told to avoid bats and wash their hands regularly to combat the spread of the potentially fatal Nipah virus. Epidemiologist Professor Michael Baker spoke to Corin Dann.

The team journeys to the anarchist world of Calypso where they encounter an old friend of Hound, Gert Ehrnie, a successful arms dealer. Gert informs the crew that their contact on Bamberg is a fraud but likes the idea of stocking some heavier weapons. She asks the crew to obtain the weapons from a supply train on the deeply loyalist world of Dionysus.  featuring: Rodney- The Referee Steve- Vonlan Quis, a relic of a more civilized age.  Bryan- Fastol Hullbreaker, a burned secret agent Matt- Graccus Sirperch, a former pirate and all around lout Jay- The Hound, a bounty hunter regarded as the second best shot in the subsector.   Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

The Traveller learns first hand the importance of proper safety procedures; and receives some long-awaited news...Transcript available at www.monstrousproductions.org/travelling-light/tls02-e071This episode's entry to the archives was based on an idea by Lionessfeather, with accompanying artwork on Instagram @Monstrous_Productions, on Tumblr @Monstrous_Productions and on Bluesky @MonstrousPod.Submit your own entries to the archive at monstrousproductions.org, by email at submissions@monstrousproductions.org, or through our social media accounts. We accept everything from one-line prompts to fully written entries. See the website for more details.This episode includes an audience decision. Should the Traveller tell Óli about Scarry in their next letter, or wait until they meet again in person? Vote by making a donation at ko-fi.com/monstrousproductions or signing up for monthly donations. Supporters will also receive bonus artwork and additional content, and an invitation to the Monstrous Productions Discord server.----Created by H.R. Owen and Matt McDyre.Written and performed by H.R. OwenTheme tune: Travelling Light Theme by VincaFeaturing sound effects from Snake16547 and 607freesound, accessed through freesound.orgAdditional sound by H.R. Owen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adventure riding has a strange relationship with risk. We prepare, carry tools, research routes, ride with friends, and do everything we can to stack the odds in our favour on adventure motorcycle rides. But every now and then, something appears that wasn't on the map or in the plan, and it shows up faster than we can process it. In those moments, the problem isn't just the obstacle itself, but what happens next. This story takes place on a remote stretch of Nevada's historic Pony Express Trail, a well-known backcountry route for adventure riders—experienced riders, familiar terrain, and a route travelled for generations. It's the kind of ride where preparation feels like it should be enough, until it isn't, and decisions suddenly matter in ways you don't expect when riding far from help.

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Travel agents are fielding queries from panicked travellers who are worried they might be caught out by new UK passport rules. Katie Todd reports.

Ask us questions!In another update from Gendry and the Space Police, they get word of some very startling news. System used: Traveller 2e, 2022 Update Music: Karl Casey@White Bat Audio and SoundridemusicSupport the showFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080355230476

Things get hot for the rebels as Republican forces attempt to capture Donna Gale. Meanwhile, Gale's contact races toward the starport with fighters in pursuit. Bullets and laser swords fly as they race to escape the planet. featuring: Rodney- The Referee Steve- Vonlan Quis, a relic of a more civilized age.  Bryan- Fastol Hullbreaker, a burned secret agent Matt- Graccus Sirperch, a former pirate and all around lout Jay- The Hound, a bounty hunter regarded as the second best shot in the subsector.   Music: Action and Adventure by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Gravel riding makes many motorcycle riders uneasy — not because the bike is out of control, but because it doesn't behave the way pavement has trained us to expect. The front wanders, the bars move, braking distances grow, and the instinct is to hold on tight and slow down — usually making things worse. On this episode of Rider Skills, we break gravel riding down into four clear lessons: how to let the bike move without panicking; how throttle, braking, and electronics change traction on loose surfaces; how to read gravel roads and choose lines intentionally; and why braking and cornering with limited traction is not only possible, but fun.

Send us a textLubaaba Al‑Azami discusses her book, Travellers in the Golden Realm: How Mughal India Connected England to the World For a complete episode transcript, http://www.womenandshakespeare.comLubaaba's Book: https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/lubaaba-al-azami/travellers-in-the-golden-realm/9781529371321/Interviewer: Varsha PanjwaniGuest: Lubaaba Al‑AzamiProducer: Yu-Kuan Miao Transcript: Benjamin PooreArtwork: Wenqi WanSuggested Citation:  Al‑Azami, Lubaaba in conversation with Panjwani, Varsha (2026). Lubaaba Al‑Azami on Travel and Exchanges between India and England. Women & Shakespeare [podcast], Series 6, Ep.3. http://womenandshakespeare.com/Insta: earlymoderndocEmail: earlymoderndoc@gmail.com

The Travellers deal with the aftermath of the battle with the Judgement. They then jump to their next port of call, the oceanic world Uakye. 

Travellers are in a tailspin after they discovered new passport rules for travel to Britain - with some now having to find out if they or their children are even a UK citizen. Immigration reporter Gill Bonnett reports.

In 2003, Bryan Jones and his wife, Max, joined a guided motorcycle tour through Cambodia, expecting a challenging but well-run adventure motorcycle trip through jungles, villages, and remote roads. What they got instead was something very different — aging bikes, a guide who kept disappearing, and a journey that quickly became unpredictable.

Would you board a plane knowing you might have a medical emergency on board? Can you imagine being in a situation where you'd risk your own life, or that of your baby, just to make a journey you didn't really need to make?And what about the flight attendants who have to deal with the emotional toll of dealing with medical emergencies? Or your fellow passengers who might miss their own connections or major life events because your life is at risk in the air so plane has to divert before reaching it's final destination?On today's episode, we hear the true story of a woman who stretched the truth about how pregnant she was, and nearly gave birth in the air. And how that affects the cabin crew who are expected to become midwives at 38,000ft!Music Credits for The Determined TravellerLow Noon - John PatitucciSound Effects by freesound_community from Pixabay  Sound Design by Ally MurphySend us a text! If you'd like a reply, please leave an email or numberWe would really appreciate it if you take 1 minute to leave a quick review. It really helps our podcast become more visible on all the platforms so we can reach more people! Thank you.Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut NovelMost writing podcasts just inspire. This one teaches the craft skills that hook readers.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showThe Red Eye Podcast is written by Kaylie Kay, and produced and narrated by Ally Murphy.To subscribe to the monthly newsletter and keep up to date with news, visit www.theredeyepod.com. Or find us on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok & Instagram @theredeyepod, for behind the scenes stories and those funny short stories that only take a minute or less!If you'd like to support the podcast you can "buy us a beer" and subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2310053/support, we'd be happy to give you a shout out on our newsletter!Ally Murphy is a former flight attendant, and a British voice over artist based in the USA, visit www.allymurphy.co.ukKaylie Kay is a flight attendant and author based in the UK. You can find more of her work at www.kayliekaywrites.comTo buy The Red Eye's first book click on the following links:Amazon UK Amazon USABarnes and Noble Other E Book Platforms

Welcome to What About Vietnam – One Question at a Time. This award-recognised podcast has spent five years listening closely to travellers, locals, and those who live and work on the ground in Vietnam. For Series 6, the format is sharper and more focused — one real question per episode, answered honestly, simply, and without the fluff.These are the questions travellers actually ask before they book, pack, or board a plane. Short episodes. Clear answers. Real context. And when it matters, practical guidance drawn from lived experience, not headlines.Episode 1 Question: Is it safe to travel to Vietnam as a solo traveller?In this opening episode, I get up front and personal, Practical advice, and sensible strategies that get to heart of this question Safety is often the first — and loudest — question solo travellers ask, especially first-timers. From personal experience travelling solo across Vietnam, to what visitors commonly misunderstand, this episode breaks down what “safe” really means on the ground, how Vietnam compares to expectations, and what solo travellers should know before they arrive.No scare tactics. No sugar-coating. Just perspective, nuance, and the kind of insight that helps you decide with confidence.If Vietnam is on your radar — or already in your plans — this series is designed to meet you exactly where you are.One question at a time.Follow on your favourite pod channel, email directly to whataboutvietnam@gmail.com Keep abreast of news on our social pages on FB, IG,LinkedIn and TikTokLet me design your #customised #private tour of Vietnam - See our Travel ServicesDo you need a #Dental Procedure? Why not find out what's possible through our Dental and #Cosmetic Medical partner Worldwide Beauty Hospital. Mention #whataboutvietnam to receive 5% discount at Worldwide Beauty Hospital

A fiery, creative week invites bold love and shared projects, while money asks for caution and health asks for care. We weigh choices, trim what drains, and protect the energy that keeps everything moving.• Queen of Wands as a cue for action and creative love• equal energy exchange as a health check for relationships• honoring animal companions as true family• Two of Swords signaling a money crossroads and pause• using tools, strategy, and subtraction to steady finances• Five of Pentacles reframed as purposeful budgeting• health as a core resource to protect• trusting tradeoffs while making room for better fitsJoin the MAKE IT HAPPEN ritual on 1/18/2026 at 8 pm est with replay hosted by IMMATERIAL WORLD, Jez's other podcastThank you for listening to Romanistan podcast.You can find us on Instagram, TikTok, BlueSky, and Facebook @romanistanpodcast, and on Twitter @romanistanpod. To support us, Join our Patreon for extra content or donate to Ko-fi.com/romanistan, and please rate, review, and subscribe. It helps us so much. Follow Jez on Instagram @jezmina.vonthiele & Paulina @romaniholistic. You can get our book Secrets of Romani Fortune Telling, online or wherever books are sold. If you love it, please give us 5 stars on Amazon & Goodreads. Visit https://romanistanpodcast.com for events, educational resources, merch, and more. Email us at romanistanpodcast@gmail.com for inquiries. Romanistan is hosted by Jezmina Von Thiele and Paulina StevensConceived of by Paulina StevensEdited by Viktor Pachas, Bianca, Dia LunaMusic by Viktor PachasArtwork by Elijah VardoSupport the show

In December 2019, Lisa and Simon Thomas left their motorcycles and gear in the United States, planning to return after a short trip home to the UK. More than six years later, those bikes are still there — and their lives have gone in a very different direction. This episode lives in the space between what was planned and what actually happened. We talk about building a life around long-term travel, what happens when health intervenes, and the emotional cost of stopping after years on the move. Lisa and Simon share what it's like to lose — and rebuild — identity, confidence, and purpose when the thing that defines you suddenly disappears. And through it all, we explore why motorcycles still matter.

Having regained control of the Poet, the Travellers must contend with the hostile gunship Judgement.

Cody Weber and a small group of experienced motorcycle riders set out on a planned day ride near Green River, Utah, traveling through canyon country, dry riverbeds, and remote desert terrain. The ride appeared well prepared: riders who knew each other, a route that seemed manageable, and time taken beforehand to organize motorcycles, gear, supplies, and navigation.What unfolded next isn't unusual in the world of adventure motorcycling. Terrain gets misread, bikes go down, and riders get injured—especially in remote environments like Utah's canyonlands. What makes this story worth paying attention to is not the crash itself, but what happened afterward.In the minutes and hours following the accident, a series of decisions were made under pressure, shaped by limited information, physical injury, environmental conditions, and the realities of being far from help. Those decisions made sense at the time—but they also raise important questions about risk assessment, group dynamics, emergency response, and decision-making in remote motorcycle travel.This story offers practical lessons for riders who travel off-road and in isolated areas: what to consider after a crash, how judgment can shift under stress, and what might be done differently when plans unravel. It's a reminder that preparation doesn't end when the ride begins—and that the most critical moments often come after everything goes wrong.

In Kevin Staples' mind, there was always a point where the trip would end. He didn't expect to get through. The goal wasn't success — it was simply to go far enough to say he'd tried. To ride up to the wall, touch it, and be told to turn back. So he kept doing exactly that. Showing up. Asking the question. Taking one more step, fully expecting it to be the last. That isn't how it played out. By the time Kevin rode his motorcycle home, the road — and the world around him — looked very different than it had when he left.

This week, we're taking a brief pause before the next regular episode drops after Christmas. For many riders, this time of year isn't about motion or miles—it's about reflection. About looking back at where we've been, the choices we made along the way, and what still lies ahead. The road doesn't always demand constant movement. Sometimes, the most important moments happen when things go quiet—when we take stock, reconnect, and remember why we ride in the first place. Wherever you are, and however you're spending these days, we appreciate you taking the journey with us. Our regular episode comes out tomorrow. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★