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After traveling on business for 30 years, what was I going to do after I sold my company in 2013? Answer: Travel more, but to the off-the-beaten-track and obscure places on planet Earth. After visiting almost 100 countries and living in 5 countries, I officially became a Travel Addict. Today, I am contracted by various Cruise Lines to perform enrichment and educational lectures to passengers on va... more

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A Brit living in Australia, Christine Smith, also known as The Food Granny, travels with a different kind of passport, one that gets her invited into kitchens rather than just across borders. 

From sitting in village kitchens learning generational r... more

Briana Gervat is a historian, photographer, and an author who recently published her memoir, There Will Come Soft Rains: A Journey Along the Western Front.

She is the first woman to walk the "Western Front Way" solo.

In 2022, just as the world bega... more

Amanda Black created a global network and Meetup Tours around the world for solo women travelers to have a place to turn for community, inspiration, and support.

If have an adventurous spirit, you need to connect to this group. It is a global commun... more

Belinda Coker is an Australian hiker, writer, and educator who helps men and women in midlife, reclaim freedom through practical, real-world adventure.

After years of building businesses and raising three children, she turned to hiking to find space... more

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Christine Smith
Food Granny, travel storyteller
Episode: Christine Smith, also known as The Food Granny, has travel stories that are rooted in food, culture and the people behind the meals.
Briana Gervat
Historian, photographer, traveler who walked the Western Front Way
Episode: Briana Gervat’s solo 500-mile walk through history along The Western Front
Amanda Black
Founder of The Solo Female Traveler Network
The Solo Female Traveler Network
Episode: Attention Ladies. The Solo Female Traveler Network is for you if you have an adventurous spirit
Belinda Coker
Hiker and guide who motivates midlife and older adults to pursue adventure
Soul Treader (hiking guides)
Episode: Australian hiker, Belinda Coker, helping people in midlife, discover adventure and freedom
Dr. Lily Filson
Historian, author, filmmaker, and professor with a passion for travel and cultural exploration.
Episode: Dr. Lily Filson living in Yemen and exploring Renaissance innovation and Arabian history. Fascinating.
Ryan Floyd
Passionate traveler and finance professional with a wealth of stories from his travels around the world.
Barca Capital
Episode: From living in Mumbai, India, to traveling to over 80 countries. Travel stories abound with Ryan Floyd
Kathy McCabe
Expert on Italy and host of PBS's Dream of Italy
PBS's Dream of Italy
Episode: Kathy McCabe, the Host of PBS's Dream of Italy talks about her favorite country and why you must go there
Andrew Bolton
An American citizen living in Colombia, sharing perspectives on travel and culture.
Episode: American citizen and Colombian resident Andrew Bolton candidly chats about his life in South America and the need for Americans to travel more
Maya Azucena
Award-winning singer, recording artist, humanitarian
Episode: Award-winning Singer, Recording Artist and Humanitarian, Maya Azucena drops by for an inspiring conversation

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Malcolm Teasdale
Host of The Travel Addict, renowned traveler and author with decades of experience exploring obscure destinations.

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
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    Eww is this AI?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jamesbflo
    United States8 months ago
  • Easy going host; fun topics

    Love hearing about travel and explorations around the globe? As an avid traveller myself I enjoy listening to Malcolm’s stories and his guests of adventures around the globe. Nice way to distract from every day life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    regina.petra
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great Travel Stories from around the World

    Stories from the Travel Addict and guests from around the world describing their escapades, all add up to a life of wonderful experiences.The Grand, The Remote, The Edgy, The Risque, and Places of Questionable Merit.Do it while you can. Life is short.

    Audible
    5
    Malcolm J. Teasdale
    United States5 years ago

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The host's enthusiasm and expertise come through, making episodes engaging.
Production quality seems solid with engaging pacing.
Shows strong travel storytelling appeal and vivid destination details.
Guests are diverse, bringing cultural and historical insights.
A few episodes occasionally feel like personal travel diaries, not always practical for planning.

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Christine Smith, also known as The Food Granny, has travel stories that are rooted in food, culture and the people behind the meals.
Q: What advice would you give to travelers who want to connect more deeply with the places they visit?
Be curious, ask questions, and look for what's unique to the local food scene—not just the tourist spots—and prioritize conversations with locals and small businesses to gain a richer, more respectful understanding of the culture.
Christine Smith, also known as The Food Granny, has travel stories that are rooted in food, culture and the people behind the meals.
Q: You mentioned that your travels are often motivated by food; how has that shaped your approach to discovering destinations?
Food is the lens through which I explore culture, history, and community; I seek authentic experiences in markets, home-style cooking, and local eateries to understand how people live and connect, which informs my storytelling and writing.
Attention Ladies. The Solo Female Traveler Network is for you if you have an adventurous spirit
Q: What made you think of starting a business like this to get women out there to see the world?
It started as a community born from personal experiences; I wanted to help women connect with locals and other travelers so they would have support and safety when traveling solo.
Australian hiker, Belinda Coker, helping people in midlife, discover adventure and freedom
Q: What does a typical long-distance hike look like for Belinda in terms of planning and pace?
She plans conservatively, often taking longer than expected to complete hikes, and she prioritizes stopping for photos and rest to avoid rushing while managing elevation and terrain.
Australian hiker, Belinda Coker, helping people in midlife, discover adventure and freedom
Q: What kind of audience does Belinda primarily serve, and has that shifted?
She started focusing on women, but now finds her audience to be about 50-50 with men as she writes more hiking guides.

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Recent guests on The Travel Addict include:

1. Christine Smith
2. Briana Gervat
3. Amanda Black
4. Belinda Coker
5. Dr. Lily Filson
6. Ryan Floyd
7. Kathy McCabe
8. Andrew Bolton

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