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Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball

Marilyn Ball
Travel
Asheville
Asheville Regional Airport
Italy
Sustainable Travel
Sustainability
Community Engagement
Personal Growth
Antarctica
Traveling the Spectrum
Hurricane Helene
Community Resilience
Leaf Global Arts
Community Building
Western North Carolina
Myrtle Beach
Conservation
Senior Travel
Black Mountain Blues Festival
Leave No Trace TV

Founded in 2013, Speaking of Travel is a media platform dedicated to meaningful, responsible travel storytelling. Through conversations with global explorers, conservation leaders, cultural visionaries, world-changers, musicians, historians, conservationists, industry leaders, and everyday adventurers, we explore how travel connects people, preserves culture, and protects the planet.

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What happens when a love of food becomes a passport to the world? On this episode of Speaking of Travel, we're joined by Liisa Andreassen and John Godts, the husband-and-wife team behind Cottage Cooking, whose adventures have taken them across six co... more

Some journeys change the way we see the world. On this episode of Speaking of Travel, we're setting sail along the coast of Maine with Justin Schaefer and Jocelyn Schmidt, owners and captains of the historic Schooner J. & E. Riggin.

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Recent Guests

Anthony Dyer
Author and mental health advocate; former US Air Force Special Missions Aviator
Moon Child / Trademark Media
Episode: The Journey Home To Yourself With Anthony Dyer
John Godt
Husband and co-founder of Cottage Cooking; physical therapist by day
Cottage Cooking Asheville
Episode: A Seat At The Table And A Window To The World With Cottage Cooking
Liisa Andreassen
Wife and co-founder of Cottage Cooking; freelance writer and founder of Echoes of the Forest
Cottage Cooking Asheville
Episode: A Seat At The Table And A Window To The World With Cottage Cooking
Justin Schaefer
Captain and steward of Schooner J. & E. Riggin
Schooner Riggin
Episode: The Maine Windjammer Way: Sailing, Storytelling, and Slowing Down
Jocelyn Schmidt
Captain and steward of Schooner J. & E. Riggin
Schooner Riggin
Episode: The Maine Windjammer Way: Sailing, Storytelling, and Slowing Down
Ryan Enslin
Journalist and photographer based in Johannesburg, South Africa
Self/Independent
Episode: A Journey To St Helena Island And The Transformative Power Of Place With Ryan Enslin
Drake Fowler
Executive Director, North Carolina Arboretum
North Carolina Arboretum
Episode: The Quiet Magic Of The NC Arboretum With Drake Fowler
Frank Morelli
Bassoonist and educator with 60+ years in music
Yale University (teacher), Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Juilliard/Yale affiliates
Episode: Bassoonist Frank Morelli And The Journey Of A Life Well Played
Bryan Lewis
Founder of Tenon Tours
Tenon Tours
Episode: Bryan Lewis Of Tenon Tours On Going Beyond the Destination

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Marilyn Ball
Host of Speaking of Travel

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • A travel show with soul

    Every episode brings heart and soul with a unique sense of place. Marilyn Ball seems to find the coolest people who are interesting, provocative and change makers. Speaking of Travel is not to be missed. Thank you Marilyn for pouring your heart and soul into each episode🌻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJZapala
    United States6 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Enjoyed hemp podcast. Franny is delightful. Hemp is here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JL user
    Canada8 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's heart and soulful sense of place.
The host is described as thoughtful, engaging, and well-connected to travel communities.
Guests range from Indigenous chefs to cultural historians, offering depth.

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A Seat At The Table And A Window To The World With Cottage Cooking
Q: Let's dive a little bit deeper there too. So remind us your website, how we can get together. Do you have a newsletter, anything we can sign up for?
The Cottage Cooking Asheville website hosts class schedules, private group options, and a newsletter sign-up so listeners can connect, learn about upcoming menus, and get inspired to cook and travel.
The Maine Windjammer Way: Sailing, Storytelling, and Slowing Down
Q: What does it feel like to spend days aboard the schooner with you from the rhythm of the sea to the sense of community?
Life aboard is described as a balance of rustic comfort, shared cabins, and the magic of watching complete strangers become lifelong friends through food, sailing, and the coast, creating a sense of family tied to the Riggin's history.
The Maine Windjammer Way: Sailing, Storytelling, and Slowing Down
Q: Give us kind of a picture of what it is that we're talking about here with your boat.
The Schooner J. & E. Riggin is a traditionally rigged sailing vessel in the Maine Windjammer fleet that offers multi-night cruises, with a focus on craft, food, and a strong community ethos among operators and guests.
Bassoonist Frank Morelli And The Journey Of A Life Well Played
Q: What was it like performing at the White House?
Frank recalls the experience as surreal and meaningful, detailing the setting, conversations with President Clinton, and a moment of mutual appreciation for musicians that underscored music's power to bridge cultures and eras.
Bassoonist Frank Morelli And The Journey Of A Life Well Played
Q: Tell us about the mentor who shaped your path.
Frank describes Stephen Maxim as a transformative mentor—first bassoon at the Metropolitan Opera—whose mentorship emphasized hard work, openness to ideas, and a long-term, developmental approach to learning and teaching.

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What is Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful travel podcast that centers on meaningful, responsible exploration across cultures, conservation, and storytelling. Episodes feature a diverse mix of guests—from Indigenous chefs and cultural historians to airport leaders and folk musicians—funneled through conversations about how travel can educate, empower communities, and protect the planet. Notable throughlines include heritage, local impact, accessibility, and the human side of travel, with a consistent emphasis on depth over sensationalism and on inviting listeners to imagine travel as a force for good. A standout trait is the host's ability to connect disparate fields—arts, conservation, food, and community development—into cohesive narratives that feel both inspiring an... more

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Recent guests on Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball include:

1. Anthony Dyer
2. John Godt
3. Liisa Andreassen
4. Justin Schaefer
5. Jocelyn Schmidt
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7. Drake Fowler
8. Frank Morelli

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