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#OurNewNormal | Christy Morgan of Portugal

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I talk with Christy Morgan about life in Portugal during the pandemic and just how board games are helping her get through it. Read More »

  • Apr. 25, 2020
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#OurNewNormal | Sean O’Callaghan of Mexico City, Mexico

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I talk with Sean O'Callaghan (Fat Gay Vegan) about life in Mexico during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More »

  • Apr. 23, 2020
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#OurNewNormal | Ryan Patey of Saigon, Vietnam

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I chat with my closest friend to discuss our experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and it seems we have much in common. Read More »

  • Apr. 22, 2020
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#OurNewNormal | Randi Delano of Prague, Czech Republic

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Randi Delano joins me from Prague, Czech Republic to talk about a health scare, cancelling travel plans, and more as part of her new normal. Read More »

  • Apr. 21, 2020
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#OurNewNormal | Leigh-Chantelle of Brisbane, Australia

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To kick things off, I chat with Leigh-Chantelle to see what life is like in Brisbane, Australia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More »

  • Apr. 21, 2020
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WAIW | Morning Market Haul in Saigon

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Even though I can't go on any big adventures during the COVID-19 pandemic, I'm lucky enough to have great options for food at my local market. Read More »

  • Apr. 15, 2020
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