#26: Welcome back to Manifest Travel, where we explore intentional journeys and personal growth through the lens of seasoned world travelers and lifestyle experts. I'm your host, Brittany Braddock, and this episode is all about money mindfulness.

David Delisle is a TV personality, best-selling author, and the visionary behind a movement that is reshaping how we think about money. He’s the author of The Golden Quest, the first-ever graphic novel designed to teach financial literacy in a fun and engaging way. David has been featured on TEDx, NBC, Fox News, Forbes, and CTV’s *The Social* for his groundbreaking approach to money mindfulness, centered on what he calls The Awesome Stuff.

In this episode, we dive deep into David’s philosophy on money, how it connects to living a richer, more fulfilling life, and the simplicity of basic financial literacy. We talk about money dysmorphia, as well as David’s practical tips for determining your own “awesome stuff” and how you can ensure that your spending and saving habits are conducive to the type of lifestyle you actually want. We also get into the importance of teaching children about money mindfulness and how travel can impact a young person’s perspective on what truly matters to them.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others who might benefit from these insights. And don’t forget to follow me on social media at manifesttravelpod to stay updated on future episodes and check out my website for everything else I'm working on and currently offering!

If you’d like to chat or be a guest on the show- you can email me at manifesttravelpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for tuning in, and until next time—Happy travels!

#25: I’m incredibly excited to introduce you to a very special guest—Dianni Hall, the voice behind the 'While She's Away' podcast. Dianni has a remarkable story of how she embarked on a journey of low-budget, solo travel that led her to some amazing volunteer and work-away experiences across the globe. She’s here to share the resources she used to find these unique accommodations and how she strategically sticks to her travel budget.

In this episode, we’ll dive into how solo travel can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal growth. We’ll explore the challenges of imposter syndrome, how pushing through the discomfort can prove to yourself that you’re capable of doing hard things, and why trying on different versions of yourself throughout your lifetime is essential.

We also talk about how solo travel impacts your self-reliance, problem-solving skills, and self-confidence, and the ways it has helped me personally in mitigating codependent tendencies. We’ll even touch on how we are each navigating relationships on and off the road, how Dianni is incorporating queerness and the queer community into her travels, and how her travel style has evolved—especially when it comes to the differences between hostels and co-living spaces.

Here are the resources mentioned:

Hostelworld

Coliving.com

Remo Hostel in Brazil

O de Casa Hostel

Playa 506 Hostel in Costa Rica

Worldpackers

Workaway

TravelSpend App

Do Hard Things podcast

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Happy travels!

#24: Although I typically host guests to talk about travel on this show, I wanted to reflect on and share my experience in Asheville, North Carolina during Hurricane Helene.

I also want to acknowledge my privilege. While I was definitely in survival mode, hypervigilant, and facing significant challenges, I know that I was fortunate compared to so many in my community who lost homes or livelihoods or even their lives.

My thoughts are with them as I share what I’ve learned and how I plan to be better prepared moving forward.

10 items everyone should have prepped:

1. Water supply

2. Non-perishable food

3. Hand-crank radio

4. Flashlights and batteries

5. First aid kit

6. Fuel

7. Multi-tool

8. Portable chargers/power banks

9. Cash

10. Important documents (stored safely and waterproofed)

If you'd like to contribute to the relief efforts in West North Carolina, please consider donating to any of the following grassroots organizations:

Beloved Asheville

Open Doors Asheville

Asheville Survival Program

Disaster relief for Latino communities

Stay safe. Happy travels.

#23: Today’s episode features an exciting guest who’s mastered the art of blending brand strategy with personal passion. Jordan Campbell, the founder of Global Debauchery, shares insights on building a strong, viable, and sustainable brand.

We talk about brand strategy, website optimization, harnessing the power of community, and how one-on-one coaching can propel you toward success. We also cover how to audit your brand to see what’s working—and what isn’t, performance symptoms that may indicate that your brand needs a tune-up, and common mistakes people make in their brand and marketing strategies. Plus, we learn more about the evolution of Jordan’s wildly successful travel blog, Global Debauchery, and her personal journey along the way.

Don't forget to use code MANIFEST75 for $75 off Jordan's ⁠killer website course!!

You can check out Wanderful (and try it for free for two weeks) here!

Also, be sure and check out Location Indie!

If you loved today’s episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. And don’t forget to check out Global Debauchery to see Jordan’s brand in action.

If you’re ready to manifest your travel goals and lifestyle dreams, head over to manifesttravelpod.com for more resources, coaching opportunities, and episodes of the podcast. Thanks for tuning in and happy travels!

#22: This episode is an insightful conversation I had with my friend, Amanda Groney, who, along with her husband, has found a unique way to save on accommodations while traveling the world—housesitting!

Amanda has been using Trusted House Sitters to book gigs where she stays in people’s homes for FREE in exchange for taking care of their pets and tending to their homes.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into how this process works, from setting up a standout profile to navigating the application process and finding the perfect fit. Amanda also shares her tips for ensuring a positive experience for both sitters and homeowners and how she screens potential housesits to make sure every stay goes smoothly. Whether you’re curious about house sitting or just looking for more ways to travel intentionally, this episode is packed with everything you need to get started!

If you're enjoying the show, please take a moment to leave a 5-star rating wherever you're listening—it really helps the show grow and reach more intentional travelers like yourself!

Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram for updates, tips, and inspiration. And if you’re ready to dive deeper into your travel and lifestyle goals, check out my resources and coaching opportunities here. If you or someone you know would be a great guest for the show, feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect! You can email me at manifesttravelpodcast@gmail.com.

#21: Welcome to the Manifest Travel podcast where I, along with some incredible guests, dive into all things travel. Through these conversations, I hope to provide you with the inspo and motivation you need to put yourself out there and manifest more travel!

For this week’s episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with someone whom I now consider a dear friend and a mentor, Matt Bowles. Matt is just an incredible human with this palpable love for his fellow human beings and a deep passion for social justice and equality.

Matt also hosts a podcast, The Maverick Show, which has over 300 episodes featuring in-depth interviews with world travelers, digital nomads, and location-independent entrepreneurs. The show highlights how he and his guests navigate the world through immersive cultural experiences, while also providing personal and professional insights on entrepreneurship, travel, and remote work.

A defining element of the Maverick show is its focus on social justice, which Matt incorporates through his own background as a political activist and co-founder of a socially-conscious, fully remote real estate brokerage. The conversations often delve into topics of racial justice, economic inequality, and the political implications of travel. These discussions provide historical context by addressing the impact of colonialism, global power dynamics, and systemic inequities in different regions.

So we get into some of that in our conversation, as well. We talk about the responsibilities that come with being a global traveler, such as the importance of educating yourself on the social, political, and economic histories of the places you’re visiting and some practical tips you can use to become a more conscious traveler.

We talk about Matt’s pivot from a career in the nonprofit sector to cofounding a fully remote real estate brokerage firm, Maverick Investor Group and some of the specifics on building a fully remote business in a traditionally location dependent space.

Matt has now been fully location-independent for over 10 years, so we talk about stability anchors and his advice on how to maintain an organized, consistent schedule in an ever changing, dynamic environment- as is the case for most digital nomads.

And so much more!

Links mentioned in the show: Themaverickshow.com/manifesttravel

Remote Year

Maverick Investor Group

Matt's Insta

My resources

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#20: This week I chat with Remiah Alleyne, who is a black solo female traveler and Canadian teacher expat living abroad in Abu Dabi who focuses on showcasing hidden gems, unique destinations, and budget friendly travel around a 9-5 schedule.

Bridging the gap between solo and group travel, Remiah seeks to inspire other women of color to explore the world.

She’s hosting a group trip to Egypt this December, so December 2024 where traverlers can come together to explore Cairo, Luxor, and more! Of course, I’ll link to everything in the show notes so you can check out the details on that- but right now there is still an early bird discount- so if you’re interested, make sure you take advantage of that limited time deal!

We get into:

• Remiah’s passion for teaching and some of the perks of teaching abroad, specifically in the UAE, what the requirements and application process look like, and how she’s able to work a ton of travel into her busy, demanding schedule
• Some of the differences in solo and group travel
• A few of Remiah’s favorite underrated places around the world

We also get really honest about the time and energy commitment that side hustles, passion projects, and starting businesses while still working full-time actually take and some of the challenges we each have and continue to face in navigating and balancing life, work, and travel.

We talk about the importance of getting specific on your goals and vision and directing your energy and passion in a more focused, strategic, and purposeful way.

As well as, the importance of honoring what feels safe and secure for you financially while you’re trying to build a business or pursue other means of generating revenue than your current employment.

Find everything Remiah's working on here!

DON'T FORGET Season 2 comes out in September 2024, so follow the show on Instagram to stay in-the-know and for awesome content in the meantime, obviously.

#19: This week I chat with Janessa Klatt, who is a fully nomadic Podcast Manager with a TON of travel under her belt and what I think is a really interesting and motivational journey to manifesting the lifestyle she wants!

We get into her journey of taking an adult gap year, and then actually using that as spring board into a location-independent lifestyle; some interesting avenues Janessa took in her pursuit to continue financing life abroad before settling into the digital nomad space.

We talk about the ability to utilize online resources in order to effectively teach yourself new skills to open the door to potential opportunities that maybe you haven’t thought of, that can help you create the lifestyle you desire.

We also get into some things to consider if you’re thinking about starting a podcast, what the process looks like, and some of the challenges we’ve each experienced along the way.

We talk about the importance of community, finding your tribe of like-minded people who get what you’re trying to accomplish and the lifestyle you’re creating, and how to build and maintain those meaningful relationships on-the-road, as well as co-living, remote year, and other options for sharing space, expenses, and experiences with like-minded adventurers during your travels.

You can check out Janessa's website here!

Also, seriously, go listen to Zero to Travel. Thank me later.

Please make sure you follow the podcast to stay in-the-know about show updates as well as the services I offer for empowering your confidence, aligning with your authenticity, building healthy habits, and manifesting the life you really want!

Happy travels, yall!