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Cultural Chameleon Episode 16 - Mile High Psychology

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Part of travelling the world includes air travel. Rod interviews a seasoned Flight Attendant Dawn Rishard, in this conversation they discuss the culture within the airline industry from Dawn's perspective, which is extensive, with 32 years in the air. She is also a counselor/therapist, a skillset that she also practices when in flight and on the ground.
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Season Wrap - Rodcast

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

A brief Rodcast summarizing season 1 of the Cultural Chameleon. Please get in touch with me with your ideas for locations and topics for future episodes!
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 15 - Are We In Sri Lanka Yet

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Travel can be vital to our ability to grow as a culture and as individuals. Rod and his guest on this episode Ian Pilbeam, a gentleman who has the profound belief that the world is our classroom, discuss his leisure travel and professional journeys, which seem to have now merged with one another. He is the author of a booked titled "Are We There Yet" which reflects on the wild ride of resigning from his corporate job and preparing for a year long journey with his wife and 2 pre-teen children around the world.
This episode focuses on Sri Lanka, an Island in the Indian Ocean just southeast from the tip of India. This country has a history of British colonization, civil war and unique landscapes. Ian touches on his round the world journeys and what sparked him to return to Sri Lanka several times.
Ian's book "Are We There Yet" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Are-There-Yet-year-long-adventure/dp/1838388206
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/originalfamilytrippers/
Website: https://familytrippers.co.uk/
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 14 - Temporary Tuscany

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 3 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The Tuscan region of Italy is one of those places where you actually get what you expect, and more. The culture and history surround you as the people attempt to embrace you in their unparalleled lifestyle. My guest, Katrina Cobb, who identifies as a digital nomad, shares her experience during an extended stay in a small mid-evil village surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and chestnut trees. After reading an article online about the villages of Italy providing incentives to attract remote workers, she decided to make the journey and experience "La Dolce Vita" first hand. What's it like to date when you don't speak the language? How vital is the dining process integrated into the Italian culture? This episode allows you to hear her share with Rod her perspective on her time in Santa Fiora, Italy.
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 13 - Vietnam Vibrations

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In this episode Rod interviews Paul Kennedy, a U.S. citizen who found that a 10 day excursion to Vietnam was a just a mere preview to his future. The influence that the Vietnam culture had on him during his initial stay initiated a move from NYC to Hanoi, making Vietnam his new home. He shares the experience of living in a communist country through examples of daily life and the associated culture.
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 12 - Queer & Culinary Conversations with Michael Muñoz

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Rod and his guest Michael Muñoz shine a light on culinary travel perspectives and the bravery and potential turmoil associated with coming out as LGBTQ, among other topics. Michael is an inspirational food blogger, culinary emcee, and food writer who is not only passionate about food, friendship, and The Golden Girls but also has been helping pave a road for LGBTQ people in the culinary realm since 2009.
Food, travel and culture are highlighted in this candid discussion. Did you know that certain travel locations aren't so welcoming for everyone? We remind listeners that in present day, certain demographics are not as free to enjoy travel as you might think. Knowledge is power.
Discover more about Michael here:https://www.themunoz.com/
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 11 - What To Do In Peru

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Have you dreamt of visiting the South American country of Peru? Machu Picchu likely comes to mind and is only the tip of the iceberg of the available opportunities in this country, which is about 3 X the size of California. When it comes to this country rooted in Incan culture, it's offering spans land touched by the mountains, the Pacific Ocean and the Amazon River basin. This country is an absolute dreamland for environmentally conscious traveler.
In an effort to educate travelers on everything Peru has to offer, Rod's guest on this episode has extensive knowledge on travel coordination to the entire continent of South America. Riva Bacquet who is the COO of SA Expeditions will give us a look inside of what a trip to Peru could offer you on a future visit. Through the efforts of her company, which has been certified as a B-CORP (you'll learn more about that in the episode), that offsets the environmental impact of travel through coordinated efforts. SA Expeditions provides tailor-made travel sustainable travel that provides you with a laser focused experience within each region they serve, based on your desires.
Walk the Great Inca Trail, see pink river dolphins in the Amazon or even go sandboarding.... Grab your Pisco Sour (that's a the National drink of Peru) and pop in your earbuds for a trip to Peru, only with the Cultural Chameleon's host, Rod Desch.
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 10 - Thailand to Teach

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 6 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Listen to this Episode as Rod helps you to discover more about what it was like for Benny Shup to relocate to Thailand to pursue his teaching career. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Benny took a chance on a German/French language teaching position that became available halfway across the world. Making Thailand his home for 9 years and visiting all of the Provinces, he is well qualified to share travel tips and suggestions for anyone who wants to visit this humid land of beauty and spice! Hear more about the culture of Thailand and listen to Ben's story of how he departed for a life of teaching and returned to the USA with a valuable "carrry-on" package.

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Cultural Chameleon Episode 9 - Atlantic City, NJ USA

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Sometimes the flavors of yesterday can dictate the ingredients for today's passion. This episode gives Rod the opportunity to speak with a New Jersey native Julie Riga, who authored the book "Stay on Course" which highlights the life and unfinished legacy of her father Ennio Riga.
https://www.julieriga.com/author
Rod & Julie discuss the Atlantic City, NJ culture of yesterday and a today as seen through her eyes. Julie also tells the story about how her father, an Italian immigrant, forged his successful career as a chef in an Atlantic City resort restaurant, Capriccio. Julie gives a secret recipes for her fathers tomato sauce, and also the secrets of leaving a legacy.
https://resortsac.com/restaurants/fine-dining/capriccio/
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 8 - Destination Luxury & Convenience

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

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Rod interviews CEO of Concishare, Kristin Brown who gives an inside look on her international luxury travel services for personal or business travel. Learn how to save time and maximize the valuable resource of time on your next important travel destination.
https://www.concishare.com/
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 7 - Lagos, Nigeria Africa

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Rod invites Dr. Lola Day a Pediatric Physician living in Orlando to discuss food, travel tips and suggestions on taking a trip to the African City of Lagos, Nigeria. Dr Lola is also an adult ADHD coach and the co-creator of the Podcast "The Promise of Africa". You'll hear more about this bustling city full of diversity and find that Lagos rivals the Silicon Valley of the United States and carries the title as the high tech center of Africa, not to mention it is one of the fast growing cities in the World. Don't travel like a tourist, travel like a Chameleon!
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 6 - Vieques, Puerto Rico

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 9 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Rod speaks with an island resident, Carlos Gil Rivera who is deeply rooted in Vieques, Puerto Rico, he believes this small island in the Caribbean, which is part of Puerto Rico, to be the next center for the arts. You'll find his art all over the island, on abandoned buildings, in restaurants, and in a plaza that showcases his works in the town of Isabel Segunda. They discuss past and present trouble in paradise and in contrast, all the beauty that makes it worthwhile to visit and reside in a place like Vieques. They review some of the best places to see on a visit to the island. Come listen like a local and learn about Vieques, Puerto Rico.
According To DiscoverPuertoRico.com: The stunning island of Vieques, just six miles off the coast, is home to a pristine wildlife refuge and the world's brightest bioluminescent bay.As the biggest of the islands sometimes referred to as the Spanish Virgin Islands, Vieques lies six miles southeast of the Puerto Rico mainland. The Puerto Rican poet Luis Llorens Torres dubbed it la Isla Nena (“Little Girl Island”), alluding to its perception as Puerto Rico’s little sister.Vieques offers breathtaking scenery, unparalleled beauty, unexplored spaces, and laid-back experiences. The trade winds that blow directly over the island also provide a perfectly tropical marine climate with minimal temperature fluctuations.Reaching Vieques can be done by air or sea. The fastest way is to catch a small plane departing from either SJU or Isla Grande airports (tickets range from $60–$90 per trip), and there is also a ferry that departs from the town of Ceiba (for $3-$5 and about 40 minutes from SJU airport).
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 5 - Rural Pennsylvania A - Z, a "Rodcast"

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 2 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This episode highlights locations and topics across Pennsylvania, primarily in rural areas. Pennsylvania is the most rural state in the U.S.A. and offers interesting and fun travel destinations. Learn more about rural Pennsylvania in this episode from A to Z. The host Rod Desch, primarily places a focus on hiking and outdoor activities, we can change the world, our health and the lives of others through education and tourism that involves nature. Some places we discover within this episode include: Pennsylvania Amish The Reading Pagoda Elk County Hershey, PA Dutch Springs Punxsutawney Phil Predictions

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Cultural Chameleon Episode 4 - Door County, Wisconsin USA

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In this Episode Rod and his guest Julie Lokun help listeners discover the best of Door County, Wisconsin. This unknown stretch of land is a nature lovers dream, with small vibrant fishing villages dotting the landscape. This Peninsula offers up endless choices of cheese, unique dining locations, culinary treats, and maritime fun. Whether you arrive in the heart of summer when the lavender fields are in bloom or in the blustery days of winter when the lake entirely freezes over, this gem offers you the space to relax and unwind from the hustle of daily life. Julie spent all of her summers in this rural Wisconsin landmass surrounded by Lake Michigan. Julie is a Health and Wellness Life Coach, Founder of Media Queens publishing, and co-founder of a new Podcast community Femcasters, which offers education and insight so that each Woman's (and Man's) voice can be heard. https://www.femcasters.com. Places Mentioned in Episode: Al Johnsons- Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant, Butik & Stabbur (aljohnsons.com) Wilsons Ice Cream Shop: Wilson's Restaurant & Ice Cream – Door County | Historic restaurant and ice cream parlor in beautiful Ephraim, Door County, Wisconsin. (wilsonsicecream.com) Bearded Heart Cafe: Bearded Heart Coffee Peninsula State Park: Peninsula State Park | Wisconsin DNR Whitefish Dunes State Park: Whitefish Dunes State Park (doorcounty.com) Turbulence Forecast: Turbulence Forecast Experience Door County: Destination Door County | Door County, Wisconsin

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Cultural Chameleon Episode 3 - Medellín, Colombia

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This episode's guest, Andrés Montoya (Pipe) explains the best of his region of Colombia, Antioquia (Medellín) also called "The Land of Eternal Spring". What does this region of mountainous Columbia have to offer? Listen to this episode to learn about festivals, food and fun. Travel like a Cultural Chameleon with the host, Rod Desch and his guests!

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Cultural Chameleon Episode 2 - Mexico City, Mexico

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This episode helps listeners discover more about Mexico's capital city. Guest Gloria Becceril, a native who is currently studying abroad in Venice Italy, helps us discover this great city by providing travel tips on where to go and what to do on your next visit. Can't travel... Then sit back and take the journey from home.

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Cultural Chameleon Episode 1 - Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 4 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In this episode Rod invites guest Larry McDonald, a West Virginia native who moved to Costa Rica 4 years ago. They discuss travel to Costa Rica and cover details on the Playa Carrillo/Samara area within the Guanacaste Province of Eastern Costa Rica.

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Cultural Chameleon Trailer

booking@podgo.io (Podgo) — Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Do you desire to go beyond the typical vacation??? Do you feel that personal growth comes from learning cultures outside of your own? I do, so join the host Rod Desch, for episodes weekly that will help you to develop your cultural chameleon skills.

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