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WanderLearn: Travel to Transform Your Mind & Life

Francis Tapon
Backpacking
Democratic Republic Of the Congo
Travel
Plane Crash
Reframing Life Perspectives
Gratitude
Backpacking Gear Tips
Malaria
Generosity
Gossamer Gear
Democratic Republic Of Congo
Russia
Take Less, Do More
Survival
Kommu
Sudan
Uganda
Kenchansai
Bonobos
Giardia

Take a profound and distant journey. Call it Deep Travel, Immersive Travel, Slow Travel, or Vagabonding. Francis Tapon guides you to the intersection of travel, technology, and transformation. The podcast will compel you to go beyond your comfort zone. Occasionally, you‘ll also delve into the misunderstood world of cryptocurrencies.

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Benjamin Wallace
Author of 'The Mysterious Mr. Nakamoto, A Fifteen-Year Quest Unmasked'
Episode: Benjamin Wallace On Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin's Creator
Derek Sivers
Author of the book 'Useful, Not True' and entrepreneur
Episode: Why Derek Sivers Plans to Live in China & India - Episode 3/3
Nomadic Matt
Pioneering travel blogger and author of 'How to Travel the World on $75 a Day'
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Episode: Nomadic Matt's Best Travel Tips
Phil Halper
Co-author of "Battle of the Big Bang" and YouTube channel host focusing on cosmology and philosophy
Author of "Battle of the Big Bang"
Episode: "Battle of the Big Bang" author Phil Halper reveals competing theories
Dr. Isabelle Morley
Clinical psychologist and author
Author of 'They're Not Gaslighting You'
Episode: They're NOT gaslighting you! Dr. Isabelle Morley on the weaponization of therapy speak
Charles Veley
Arguably the most traveled person ever, currently aiming to reach 1300 regions.
Episode: Charles Veley's adventure at the Bolivia-Chile border
Brendan Rousseau
Strategy Manager for the New Glenn Rocket at Blue Origin
Blue Origin
Episode: Will the Kessler Syndrome keep us stuck on Earth? Blue Origin's Brendan Rousseau opines
Brendan Rosseau
Strategy manager for the New Glenn Rocket at Blue Origin
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Episode: Space Tourism, Hotels, and Joyrides
Alex Hutchinson
Author of The Explorer's Gene and bestselling author of Endurance
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Episode: Is There An Explorer's Gene? Alex Hutchinson Responds

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Francis Tapon
Francis Tapon is a travel enthusiast, author, and podcaster dedicated to encouraging profound journeys that redefine one's understanding of life through immersive experiences. He emphasizes the intersection of travel with technology and personal transformation.

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4.1 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Full of valuable information

    This podcast is interesting and very informative. Awesome Job!! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liberty Mendoza
    Philippinesa month ago
  • Profound podcast for those with curious minds.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ftapon
    a year ago
  • Brilliant and fun

    Francis is a funny host.

    I never miss an episode.

    I like both his short and long episodes.

    Challenge your ideas by listening to him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mamamoun69
    France4 years ago
  • Instructive

    Francis Tapon is an erudite podcaster.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mapetite13
    United States4 years ago
  • Phenomenal!!!

    Francis is very entertaining and funny. I truly enjoy listening to him.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amquin72
    United States4 years ago

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Benjamin Wallace On Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin's Creator
Q: What is the percentage chance that Satoshi Nakamoto is more than one person?
Less than 30%.
Benjamin Wallace On Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin's Creator
Q: Why should we care who the creator of Bitcoin was?
Learning who the inventor of Bitcoin is seems interesting and worth knowing as it is one of the revolutionary technological innovations.
Exercising Your Explorer Muscle. Exploring vs. Exploiting. Exploration in our DNA
Q: What kind of practical strategies would you recommend for incorporating more exploration in their daily life?
One of the tips is zooming out to think about the bigger context when facing choices.
The Fastest Traveler Looks to the Future
Q: What advice would you give the next record breaker?
Aside from just planning as well as you can, I would have told her, do Africa first.
Nomadic Matt's Best Travel Tips
Q: Can you talk about Bilt Rewards?
Bilt is a credit card in the US designed to help you earn points when you pay rent.

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The content features explorations into various aspects of travel, including inspirational stories of long-distance journeys, insights into budget travel, and discussions surrounding the transformative nature of exploration. Guest experts add depth, covering themes related to personal growth through travel, technological advancements impacting exploration, and the fascinating intersection of cryptocurrency with travel experiences. Notably, the podcast not only presents travel tips and tricks but also fosters conversations around emotional intelligence, relationships, and the broader implications of tourism. This engaging blend ensures that listeners receive a multifaceted perspective on travel, making the podcast a valuable resource for both... more

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