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WanderLearn: Travel to Transform Your Mind & Life

Francis Tapon
Travel
Bitcoin
Thailand
Veganism
Africa
Cryptocurrency
DB Cooper
Voynich Manuscript
Backpacking
Exploration
Jimmy Carter
Language
Stock-To-Flow Model
Democratic Republic Of the Congo
Mount Everest
Following Sunshine
Media
Vietnam
Happiness
Greenland

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. ftapon.substack.com

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Here are my 10 hitchhiking tips on Forbes. Nenad Stojanovic hitchhikes everywhere.

He shares the joys of hitchhiking and why it's more fascinating than public transportation.

At 9:00 he discusses money issues.

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I met Nenad Stojanovic in 2008 when he hosted me on Couchsurfing.com. He’s been traveling ever since!

This is a 5-part series featuring Nenad, one of the world’s most fascinating travelers. This is part 1!

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00:00 Who is N... more

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I explained 6 years ago why Plan B’s Stock-to-Flow Bitcoin model was doomed and would fail.

Few believed me.

Most insulted me.

Today, I can confidently declare that I was right and Plan B was wrong.

Watch the video of this episode!

Also, watc... more

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My mom often says, “If I die….”

I sometimes accidentally say the same thing.

The “if” is a cognitive security blanket I pull over my head so I can pretend that death — the only thing every single human being who has ever lived has accomplished — mi... more

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Nenad Stojanovic
Traveler from Serbia featured in a five-part episode
Independent traveler
Episode: The Most Well-Traveled Serbian Ever!
Joan Chen
Mother with two grown children and grandchildren
Private individual
Episode: 72-Year-Olds Admit Their Parenting Mistakes
Sten Odenwald
Astronomer and author
Astronomy Cafe (blog)
Episode: Black & White Holes + Galactic Power Plants
Paul Koch
CEO and founder of Rapido (trimaran company)
Rapido
Episode: The Truth About Rapido Trimarans
Kurt Avery
Founder of Sawyer
Sawyer
Episode: Sawyer CEO - Philanthropist Kurt Avery
Lauren Speeth
Author of Taking the Stairs and Liking It
Elfenworks
Episode: Taking the Stairs & Liking It with Lauren Speeth of Elfenworks
Hal on Earth
YouTube creator focused on Vietnam and Vietnamese culture
Hal on Earth
Episode: Vietnam's Sexism, Religion, Education, & Future
Jost Kobusch
Climber pursuing a solo winter ascent of Everest via the West Ridge
Independent climber / sponsor-supported expedition
Episode: Everest Alone in Winter via West Ridge
Aleksandar Svetski
Founder and CEO of Satlantis, a Bitcoin-native event management app
Satlantis
Episode: The Satlantis Event App

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Francis Tapon
Host of WanderLearn-related shows with a focus on travel, technology, and personal transformation.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Full of valuable information

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

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

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ftapon
    2 years 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
    France5 years ago
  • Instructive

    Francis Tapon is an erudite podcaster.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mapetite13
    United States5 years ago
  • Phenomenal!!!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amquin72
    United States5 years ago

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The Downsides of Dating a Nomad
Q: So the key question that everybody who's listening to this wants to know is, what are the downsides?
The downsides include living a frugal, minimal lifestyle that can clash with older partners' comfort expectations, missing long-established social networks and home base, and the emotional strain of constant travel which can test patience and the relationship when long stretches on the road become exhausting.
The Truth About Rapido Trimarans
Q: Is it true that trimarans are harder for beginners to handle than traditional sailboats?
Not necessarily. They are more stable and forgiving in many conditions, but owners should learn reefing and general seamanship. With proper training, even newer sailors have successfully sailed Rapido trimarans, though the initial learning curve is real.
The Truth About Rapido Trimarans
Q: Paul, what would you say is the core reason trimarans haven't captured a larger share of the market despite their advantages?
The main barriers are perception and cost. People worry about handling and performance, while the higher build costs come from the need for more robust, carbon-intensive structures and airframe components. But the real takeaway is that trimarans offer superior upwind performance, stability, and the option to traileren and liveaboard more effectively than many competitors.
NYT is WRONG! Adam Back Did Not Create Bitcoin!
Q: What percent convinced are you that you have identified Satoshi Nakamoto?
Between 99.5 percent and 100 percent, reflecting strong confidence but acknowledging the lack of absolute proof.
Taking the Stairs & Liking It with Lauren Speeth of Elfenworks
Q: How did you actually get that opportunity? Like who called you up or what happened? What were the logistics of that?
Speeth describes a surprise phone call from Seema Shams at the Carter Center arranging a private meeting with Jimmy Carter in San Francisco, which opened the door to a personal, guidance-filled exchange about facing big challenges with a plan.

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A show that blends global travel with tech, science, and personal transformation through in-depth conversations. Episodes frequently tackle frontier topics—from black holes and cosmology to high-end sailing, extreme mountaineering, and culture—grounded by a curious host who steers discussions toward practical insights, self-improvement, and real-world applications of big ideas. The mix of high-skill experts, travelers, and researchers creates a distinctive edge: technical depth delivered in a conversational, accessible style, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning, mentorship, and global perspectives.

Noteworthy is the willingness to challenge conventional narratives, explore niche technologies, and spotlight humanitarian and educ... more

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