After traveling on business for 30 years, what was I going to do after I sold my company in 2013? Answer: Travel more, but to the off-the-beaten-track and obscure places on planet Earth. After visiting almost 100 countries and living in 5 countries, I officially became a Travel Addict. Today, I am contracted by various Cruise Lines to perform enrichment and educational lectures to passengers on various journeys around the World. A podcast or two will be published from time to time when I am back in my office and of course it will be about travel. Oh, almost forgot. I write travel books - factual and quirky. Check me out at malcolmjteasdale.com.All my guests have an inspiring story to tell. Tune in and be amazed. "Of all the books in the world, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport"
My recent trip overseas for 7 weeks.Included in this itinerary, with overnight stays:Turks and Caicos IslandsAtlantaAmsterdam, NetherlandsViking cruise ship - Norway (Oslo, Bergen, Fjords), Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Poland, EstoniaStockholm, SwedenLongyearbyen in SvalbardTallinn, EstoniaFranfurt, GermanySvalbard was the highlight - World's northernmost pub and hotel, 3,500 polar bears, 10,000 native reindeers, huskie dogs, snow everywhere, great scenery, and strange laws:Your are not allowed to die thereWomen cannot give birthCats are forbiddenIf you leave the setllement, you must carry a rifle#memorieshttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
10/4/25 • 11:55
Zeke and Terri, a married couple in their 50s, decided that the empty nest wasn’t the end of the adventure... it was just the beginning. After raising kids and building careers, they chose to design a bold new chapter: one filled with travel, curiosity, and embracing the unknown. Through their YouTube channel ,Zeke and Terri’s Midlife Adventures, they inspire others over 50 to explore the world on their own terms, whether that’s boating through the canals of France, navigating a new city, or simply saying “yes” to midlife reinvention.Terri is also the author of Piloting Your Life, a book for women over 40 who are ready to reclaim their power and design and live a life of their own creation. She’s spoken on midlife transformation, entrepreneurship, and disrupting the status quo for GenX women.Their story resonates with GenXers, empty nesters, and midlife dreamers who want more freedom, fun, and purpose. And after nearly divorcing after 25 years of marriage, they accidentally rebooted their relationship through sex, honesty, and a willingness to rewrite their own rules. That unexpected intimacy opened the door to more joy, adventure, and alignment than they ever imagined.They bring humor, vulnerability, and real-life experience to conversations about freedom, relationships, aging boldly, and what it means to live life unapologetically. If you enjoy real talk about reinvention and what's possible in the second half of life, take a listen to this conversation.Check them out here:https://www.zekeandterri.com/https://www.instagram.com/zekeandterri/https://www.youtube.com/@ZekeandTerrihttps://www.facebook.com/zekeandterrihttps://www.tiktok.com/@zekeandterrihttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
8/15/25 • 48:00
What happens when you leave behind the familiar and step into the unknown?Emptying the Adventure Travel Bucket List takes you on a thrilling ride through remote landscapes, bustling cities, and breathtaking wilderness, uncovering the beauty, mystery, and danger of the world’s most extraordinary destinations.From the towering peaks of the Himalayas to the untamed depths of the world’s best scuba diving locations, this adventure-packed travel memoir is a celebration of exploration, cultural connection, and the indomitable human spirit. If you've ever dreamed of leaving everything behind to chase adventure, this book is for you.Life is short and fragile. Make the most of it and have no regrets.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
7/1/25 • 46:28
At your favorite book stores this month is the new book by Malcolm Teasdale. For those who find joy in the turn of a map, the scent of an unfamiliar market, or the thrill of setting foot in a new land, Emptying the Travel Destination Bucket List is the ultimate travel companion. This book takes readers on an immersive journey across the globe, uncovering destinations that inspire, challenge, and transform.Believing that travel is more than a getaway, but rather a way of life, this book covers some of the world's most awe-inspiring places.Informative factual information, with real-life experiences and color photos from the author, this book will ignite your wanderlust and remind you why the world is meant to be explored.For curious souls, cultural explorers, and passionate travelers, Emptying the Travel Destination Bucket List is more than a book. it’s an open invitation to discover, dream, and embrace the beauty of our diverse world.Where will your next journey take you?The stories and pictures will help you make that decision. Enjoy your travels.Purchase option here at Amazon:https://tinyurl.com/mrx7h4tkMore about the Author here:http://www.travelingenglishman.comhttp://www.travelingenglishman.comhttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
6/5/25 • 48:42
Andrew has traveled through 10+ countries in Latin America alone, but his most meaningful destination is Bogotá, Colombia—a city he has visited nine times and now plan to call home. What started as a love story turned into a full-blown expat adventure involving jungle rides on Harleys, navigating city streets that never sleep, and investing in property in the highlands of La Calera.This isn’t your typical travel tale. It’s got love, risk, grief, healing, and a whole lot of street-savvy survival.Human Connection: How Andrew's travels reshaped his identity, values, and business outlook—especially in how he serves others through his company TechRescue. If you love stories and opinions that are off-script, honest, and full of heart, this conversation is made for you.Check him out here:TECH RESCUEhttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
6/4/25 • 51:44
Maya Azucena is an Award-winning Singer, Recording Artist and Humanitarian, and is a Cultural Ambassador with a focus on Women’s & Youth Empowerment and Domestic/Sexual Violence, who has completed 12+ humanitaran tours sponsored by American Embassies and U.S. State Department to countries such as China, Tanzania, Suriname, India, Sri Lanka, Haiti and Turkey.As a full-time touring Artist, she has traveled with her band to 40+ countries, most recently in Uzbekistan. We talk about this.Other recent concerts have been in Qatar, The Philippines, Myanmar, Tanzania, all around the USA, many European countries, plus South America and South Africa. She performed on countless stages and festivals, including Hollywood Bowl (17,000+ people), and Essence Fest in New Orleans.Among several awards for her music and humanitarian outreach, Maya Azucena contributed her voice to a feature performance with Stephen Marley, which earned a Grammy for Best Reggae Album of the Year, and can be heard on her latest 2022 Stephen Marley collaboration, “Celebrating Nina: a Reggae Tribute to Nina Simone,” on Ghetto Youths record label.Read about her on her website:https://mayaazucena.com/Here is a great video to check outhttps://youtu.be/OYtRoaKA6Nshttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
5/18/25 • 49:50
It was a long one. I was contracted as a Luminary to provide 10 educational talks about various travel subjects. My voice survived, barely.Places visited:BermudaAzoresLisbonCartegenaValenciaMallorcaCreteRhodesKusadasiMilosAthensThis is a brief trip report, from my current time zone to a place 7 hours ahead.Then the long flight home, then jet lag.A trip full of education, historical places and culture.All good.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
5/11/25 • 19:41
Trina is a GenX adventurer, solo traveling across Africa.Currently, she is traveling overland from Ghana to Namibia, exploring each country as she goes, then around South Africa, then up the east coast towards Turkey. In 2017, Trina and her husband sold everything and set off to travel the world. He was losing his vision and she wanted him to see as much as possible before it went completely. They traveled mostly in Southeast Asia and Africa, but then she lost him to health issues in 2022. They were in Ghana at the time and Trina paused there for a couple of years of healing and re-organizing.Back on the road she is now for more adventure.What a fantastic story this is. Enjoy it.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
3/23/25 • 33:09
In the past, people have asked me such questions as:Did you ever get into trouble?Did you have any close encounters?Did you have any near misses?Were you ever in jail in a foreign country?Did you ever fear for your life?In this short podcast, there are a few examples of the above, with the exception of jail time, because that never happened.Just to drop a hint or two:Flight MH 17Moscow in Dec. 1991First Gulf CrisisScuba Diving incidentCycloneEarthquakeBali in 2002..... to name a few.The main thing is, though, that I am still alive.A few near-misses, but life is short,The adventure continues.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
3/16/25 • 16:12
Here is my "current "To Do List" for adventure travel, otherwise known as a Bucket List.Will I get through the list before I am told that I will have to stay at home for the rest of my life? A horrible thought it is.There are so many wonderful places on our planet and I rather be traveling to experience them than listening to all of the bad news on TV. The anger, the hate, the egos, the lies are all depressing. So I am making the most of it.My bucket list will keep growing no doubt, but I rather have it that way, than nothing on it.Enjoy my current top 10 from the Americas, Africa, and the South Pacific.Life is short and fragile. http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
3/2/25 • 15:26
Since 2008, Ralph Velasco has been a full-time travel photographer and international tour organizer, having created and led over 120 international tours (all 5-star rated) in well over 30 countries on 7 continents (plus over 100 domestic tours in the U.S.).He has been location-independent for 11+ years and traditionally spends anywhere from 8 - 9 months on the road internationally scouting and leading tours.Like many others, he is considering leaving the USA to live in Europe, for a few reasons. Check out how web site. There may be something that he is organizing that will interest you.Get out of town everyone, and see the world.https://continentaldrifter.co/https://www.instagram.com/ralphvelascohttps://www.facebook.com/theContinentalDRIFTER/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
2/21/25 • 45:50
Paul W. Neville brings a wealth of firsthand travel experience, cultural insights, and actionable advice that captivates interviewers and audiences alike. Having explored over 120 countries, Paul is a seasoned adventurer with a deep understanding of global travel and the transformative power it holds. Whether offering practical travel tips, sharing stories of resilience and humor, or providing guidance for aspiring adventurers, Paul connects with audiences through his relatable and inspiring approach.A U.S. Foreign Service Officer currently stationed in the Netherlands, Paul’s career and travels have given him a unique lens on the world. His Peace Corps service in Tonga and a yearlong backpacking odyssey through Oceania, Southeast Asia, Northern Europe, and South America shaped his global perspective and storytelling style. Fluent in Tongan, Thai, and Spanish, he has lived and worked in diverse countries, including Thailand, Honduras, Pakistan, and Mexico, gaining insights into cross-cultural connection and the human spirit.Paul’s debut book, Endless Horizons: A Global Backpacker’s Quest for Adventure, Connection, and Discovery, is a tribute to the power of travel to foster growth, community, and self-discovery. As the cofounder of Lana Learn, an e-learning platform for language and workplace skills, he’s passionate about empowering others to explore the world and embrace new opportunities.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
2/8/25 • 41:14
Arias’s entrepreneurial journey is rooted in overcoming profound adversity. Raised by a single mother who worked two full-time jobs and a father who struggled with drug addiction, Arias experienced homelessness and instability, living in over 12 different places before turning 18.Nowadays, as a digital marketing expert, he helps people build businesses and enables success, and he still finds time to travel.Listen to his escapades in Cuba and Morrocco.Check him out here:https://ariaswebsterberry.com/https://www.passportnoire.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariasweb/https://www.instagram.com/ariaswebhttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
12/31/24 • 38:32
When you're ready for a good story, Miles Spencer has one.He trekked 1,100 miles through the deserts of Israel, Saudi, Jordan and Syria based on the history of TE Lawrence.He wrote "A Line in the Sand", a recent Amazon bestseller on Middle East history and modern humanity .. with recipes!After listening to this podcast, you will be wondering how Miles is still alive. Based on what he did, and where he did it, begs the question, "Why?"He has the memories and achievements of which to be proud.His is also a mentor in the business world.Enjoy. https://milesspencer.com/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
12/12/24 • 43:51
Trisha DePasquale is an early childhood educator and has been for more than 17 years and is also a world traveler.Teaching kids about the world has been a love of hers throughout her entire teaching career. Providing teachers with resources to bring the world to their classrooms has become her passion.She created Passport Adventures and American Adventures as a unique way to make children feel as if they are actually traveling to these places. A little imagination goes a long way, and it is quite inspiring.Check our her web site:https://www.mrsdepasquale.com/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
11/9/24 • 34:44
Simon Yeats has 3 distinct sides to his life. His funny side, his serious side and his dark side. In each case, his experiences are unique.Funny Side: Birth by Fire in his travel escapades around the world and then writing books to tell all. How to maybe avoid mistakes and survive.Serious Side: Helping people walk again and bringing some back to life.Dark Side: Facing death 10 times. Mental health issues. Kidnapping of son.After an unbelievable life packed ful of incidences, he is lucky to be alive.Hear about his escapades in Rio, Brazil. Hoping he may settle down and chill out now. I need a rest just listening to him.Check out his books on Amazon. Best enjoyed after a few beers.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
10/30/24 • 47:33
Yes, it is very true.Music, whether it is rock, motown, classical, opera, reggae, and many others, can take you back to a certain moment in time where you may have been traveling or experiencing something, somewhere in the world.In other words, you could be listening to a piece of music, and think, I remember this song when I was.......Listening to these musicians and their music have caused me reflect and remember a travel experience from the past:Pink FloydSantanaDire StraitsAC/DCMen at WorkYanniAbbaSimple MindsPeter GabrielEaglesScorpionsGeoffrey OryemaMurray HeadHeartListen in, and you will underatnd what I mean.Then do it yourself. Start making a listhttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
10/22/24 • 17:21
Many thanks to the International Impact Book Awards organization for this award in the "Adventure" category.You can read it or listen to it (ebook, paperback, hard cover, audible). It is all about my escapades to:Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet and MyanmarSacred places they maybe, but being in the Hiamlayan Mountain region is something really special and enlightening.Give it a read or a listen, and learn a littel about the land and its people.https://internationalimpactbookawards.com/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
10/3/24 • 16:48
Nina Zapala ia a certified Myers-Briggs® instructor, and an award winning hospitality professional. How do we become who we are meant to be? Listen to ZIna explain how.Her own 7-year life tsunami taught her how to become who she was meant to be; a teacher of spiritual personality. It's her life calling. She talks abbout tips, tools and theories she used to create a life of meaning and purpose.Now let her show you how to do it for yourself.Travel helps.Check her out here:https://ninazapala.com/https://www.pinterest.com/ninazapalahttps://www.instagram.com/ninazapala/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninazapala/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
9/29/24 • 39:18
When Chris Donaldson left Belfast in 1979, his original plan was to ride to Australia, on his Moto Guzzi Le Mans bike. He never made it "down under" and ended up in Argentina nearly 2 years later.He travelled through the Middle East, rode across the Sahara Desert and down to Cape Town, where he hitched a ride on a yacht race back to Europe. He then went to the USA and rode from Canada south through Central America and South America to Buenos Aires.He recently published a book called 'Going the Wrong Way,' which is an Amazon best-seller.He decided to finally complete the journey this year, 44 years after his return from South America and take the very same Moto Guzzi to Australia.Crazy stuff but what a great achievement in lifeFor our USA and Canadian audience, please excuse the British/American accent and the Irish accent.https://www.chrisdonaldson.world/PS. Please excuse the accents (an Englishman and an Irishman) http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
8/17/24 • 37:01
I have named 15 places that have etched memories into my brain cells - for a valid reason.Many of us have visited a place that have made us stop and think a little. These places may have given us thoughts and feelings of being fortunate, horrified, thankful, respectful, and just downright surprised. Even maybe that question of, "I did not know that."This is why travel is important and educational.The places mentionied above are from Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
8/2/24 • 28:08
Faustina Mulnik has been traveling as a digital nomad for the last 2 years. She also studied abroad in college (but got sent home early due to Covid!). She is a huge fan of long-term travel and tries to stay in each place at least 1 month at a time. She has worked remotely from Mexico, Argentina, Spain, and Italy. and has loads of tips on what to pack, dual/esim cards, how to make friends abroad, etc. Why wasn't the Digital Nomad experience around when I was growing up in England? Basically because the technology to make it happen was not around back then. If it was, I likely would have been one.Keep on doing it Faustina.https://faustinarose.blogspot.com/https://www.instagram.com/__faustinarose/https://www.tiktok.com/@faustinarose?lang=enhttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
8/1/24 • 36:56
Gail Gibson, an accredited master coach, mentor, author, and podcast host is renowned for her transformative approach, The Can Do Way®. Gail's methods empower clients around the world to break through frustration and find fulfilment, sparking incredible personal and business growth. She captivates global audiences with her insights on growth mindsets, leadership excellence, and midlife wellbeing for women leaders. A champion of conscious, compassionate leadership, Gail's impact resonates across diverse regions, fostering sustainable success. When she's not inspiring others, she enjoys reading, green tea, haiku poetry, and forest bathing, finding solace in nature. A curious traveller at heart, Gail has lived and worked in Australia, Canada, the UK, and Malaysia. Together with her husband, she has explored over 30 countries, with many more adventures on the horizon.https://gailmgibson.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gailmgibson/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
7/13/24 • 32:11
Kat Medina is an entrepreneur, world traveler, public speaker, and author of the book "The Joys of Jet Lag."Jet lag is a thing, and people who travel by plane for many hours through different time zones to reach their destination, can or will suffer from it.It is not pleasurable, however, the art of dealing with it can help in other ways. For example, it can help us be tolerant, accepting, and understanding of people in foreign lands around the world. We will be guests in their country, a place that is likely to have different customs and way life from us.As Kat describes her book, "How to use a traveler's mindset to not be an A-hole in daily life."On a positive note, it is all educational, and will help us to respect our fellow human beings in the rest of the world.Check out Kat's web sitewww.katmedina.comGet her book here:https://tinyurl.com/p342c6tshttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
6/23/24 • 40:20
Jamie is a traveller and entrepreneur from Australia. She was running a company at 23 and founded her own at 27.At age 30, she set out to explore the world, and has lived in various countries.She is the only person I know that has taken an Uber ride for 7 hours. That was along the coast in Mexico.She has led a full life that has included ups and downs, excitement, and lots crazy stuff, but she is still on a quest to keep it all going.A lady of many trades, she is a coach, mentor, advisor, speaker, designer, and rehabilitatorShe has predicted that she will die at an age of 103 and have written on her tombstone, "I came, I saw, and I conquered the most remarkable life." I believe her.Keep it going Jamiehttps://www.jamiemeyerenterprises.com/https://www.instagram.com/jamiemeyer.ent/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiemeyer-ent/https://www.facebook.com/ninecarat.successhttp://www.malcolmteasdale.com
6/8/24 • 35:39
Born and raised in France, Solene has lived abroad for over 12 years - in Norway, the United States, the United Kingdom, China, and Australia. Her passion for travel has also led her to visit more than 58 different countries so far. Day-to-day, she works in diversity and inclusion as Programme Lead for Disabled Innovators for the UK's government agency for innovation, something she is really passionate about. She also runs her own business: Be Beyond Borders, which is all about storytelling, creativity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. As part of this venture, she hosts a talkshow called 'The Inclusion Conversation and has published four books including a travel memoir (Where to Next?) and a children's story (Where Are You From?). She is now pivoting to offer facilitation, training, and mentoring.The purpose behind everything she does is to break down borders and bring the world closer together, one conversation, one story, one connection at a time. She inspires and helps people from all over to live a life worth living - whatever that might mean for them.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
5/27/24 • 33:35
Zephyr et Luna’s founder, Ambre Peyrotty, captures the essence of elopements through nature’s unique light, crafting award-winning photography that preserves each moment in its most authentic and radiant form. With a background in travel agency and guiding, Amber brings unrivaled insight to orchestrate dream elopements, seamlessly blending exploration with exquisite imagery.So everybody out there, if you and your other half are looking to elope to a place of beauty and peacefullnes to create lifetime memories, Ambre is your "go to" person.Enoy the podcast.http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
5/18/24 • 29:52
This is about Lauren, husband Jon and their dog Belka, who are living an adventurous life mixed in with a few variations of lifestyle every now and again.In Lauren's own words:"My proudest travel moments include taking a student expedition team to Ecuador. Having treated herself to a trip of the Trans-Siberian railroad for my 30th birthday, I am now looking forward to being in Japan for my 40th. Together with my husband, Jon, I run the travel website https://twohumansandadog.com. This focuses on dog-friendly adventure travel. We have enjoyed plenty of adventures together from a road trip around Cuba to diving in the Galapagos Islands. Recently we eloped and spent our honeymoon volunteering around the Balkans."Lauren also has a passion for Shakespeare, Folklore, and Ghouls. Lengthy stays in the Isle of Skye and the Balkans add to their list of escapades.Learn more about Lauren, Jon and Belka right here:https://twohumansandadog.com/https://www.instagram.com/travelling_ghouls/https://www.instagram.com/belka_pomskollie/http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
4/27/24 • 39:35
Barbados, St. Lucia, Grenada, Tobago, Curacao, Bonaire, Aruba, and Dominican Republic. Culturally diverse, but each of these islands have their own history and personality.Collectively, the Travel Addict had 5 education talks to perform and in addition, by special request from a few pssengers, they wanted to hear an explanation of the rules of cricket.An abbreviated version it was to be, which is borderline giberish, however presents a brief and somewhat humorous explanation of one of the worlds oldest and most popular sports.Add in addition, a quick overview of the islands visited.Island hop or take a cruise ship folks, depending on what time you have. Lots to see and do. Stay active or stay relaxed.I http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
4/26/24 • 20:36
Autumn Carolynn recently had a goal to visit 30 countries within 30 years. Throughout her time traveling, she kept an on-going journal of all her travels and when reaching that goal, she created a book called "Traveling in Wonder". It was launched in February 24th, 2024. She was a previously a flight attendant, travel agent, travel design manager, and is now a travel photographer within the twin cities in Minnesota. She sells her canvases, matted prints, calendars, greeting cards, and more at art festivals and fairs around the Midwest! Check her out here:https://autumncarolynn.com/https://www.instagram.com/autumncarolynnphotography/https://www.youtube.com/@autumncarolynnphotographyhttps://www.amazon.com/Traveling-Wonder-Travel-Photographers-Wanderlust/dp/B0CPGX7HQ7/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1704471723&sr=8-1https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/traveling-in-wonder-autumn-carolynn/1144406114;jsessionid=094C595F8D06389A86388A4B0AC358F0.prodny_store01-atgap11http://www.malcolmteasdale.com
4/17/24 • 34:16