Travel Connections
Travel Connections
Suzanne Stavert
Travel Connections is the show that brings together the people and the companies who create unique experiences for travelers who love to find adventure. Host Suzanne Stavert, a travel writer and brand ambassador, will have lively conversations with travel experts and enthusiasts to share captivating stories that dive beneath the surface of travel.
From Your Favorite Travel Podcast: Celebrating the Return of Travel
Exciting News from your favorite Travel Podcast! I am very excited to share this episode with you! I know I say that before every episode, but seriously, this is cause for celebration. In this episode, I will be interviewed by my creative business coach and podcast mentor, Linsi Brownson. We are turning the interview spotlight on me! Linsi has been instrumental in supporting this challenging goal of creating a brand-new podcast! We are celebrating the first anniversary of Travel Connections, and it feels fantastic! Linsi is a seasoned podcaster, and it would be a fun exercise to have her interview me about my experience with one year of podcasting under my belt.  At Travel Connections, we recorded thirty episodes with the most interesting and enlightening guests. These episodes include colorful and exciting destinations, delicious food, wine and spirits, thoughtful conversations, inspiring personal travel connections, and much more!   It's all right here and created just for you.  I can't wait to get started on this special episode, but first, let me tell you about Linsi!  Linsi Brownson is a business coach for artists, designers, and creative entrepreneurs. Her motto, "love your business, own your life," is centered on her belief that entrepreneurship is a powerful tool to create the life you want. But to have this life, you must take charge of how you spend your time and energy. She aims to help entrepreneurs banish busyness and focus on what is most profitable and fun.  Before becoming a full-time coach, Linsi owned an interior design firm and a branding and marketing agency, and she currently co-owns a custom kitchen company. She loves building businesses and helping creative people turn fantastic ideas into inspiring life stories! In addition to her work, Linsi hosts the Be Brilliant In Your Business Podcast, A creative cocktail of pep talks and practical tools to help entrepreneurs have fun and get things done. Highlights from this episode: Why was Travel Connections created? How podcasting is storytelling at the highest level Juicy stories from BTS How Linsi was integral in the success of the podcast Why are these summary pages so important? How connecting through travel will make the world a better place Where does Suzanne find her guests? How every connection seems to link back to someone or something Exciting News for the 2023 Season   Final Thoughts I wondered how it would feel talking about myself for an entire episode, but it was cathartic. It allowed me to pause and look at what we do from the outside. I saw that we have succeeded in our goal to create a thoughtful and enlightening podcast with incredible guests talking about super exciting things. And the stories that have come to the surface are epic. Storytelling is the best way to explore a fascinating subject like travel. Honest conversations with experts and enthusiasts help to pave the way for the perfect podcast. In addition to travel, we eagerly discuss food, wine, and spirits. I can't wait for you to hear Season 2. But while you wait, make sure you listen to all these fantastic episodes in Season one. You will learn a lot, smile, and be totally engaged in what my guests have to say. This podcast could not happen without my humble team of experts. I want to give a special thank you to Erik Hulslander of Hear No Evil Media, who makes everything sound amazing! And a big thank you to Linsi Brownson for offering her incredible interviewing skills and making this episode so personal!  I appreciate you listening, and don't forget to share this podcast with everyone you know! And get ready for the season, which begins in February 2023.
Oct 28, 2022
41 min
Angela Correll: Kentucky Writer, Traveler & Hospitality Innovator
Let me introduce you to Angela Correll, a Kentucky writer, world traveler, and hospitality expert. Welcome to Part Four of The Kentucky Bourbon Trail Series, where we delve into the super popular Bourbon Industry, explore beautiful towns in Kentucky, and talk about the fantastic food scene there as well. My history with Angela is by way of Tuscany! I had to travel all the way to a tiny village in Italy called Montefollonico to meet Angela Correll. Our meeting was kind of accidental but so special! On the podcast, I ask every guest about a connection they have made when they travel. To share a story or two about deeper connections we make when we travel. Angela is a personal travel connection for me. When I was creating this series about Kentucky, I just knew that we needed Angela to add her exciting stories to the mix. She is a fascinating person, and I have personally read all three of her books and loved each one in the series. Let me tell you a little about Angela. Her resume is impressive, and we discuss much of it during our interview. Angela and her husband, Jess, live on a grass-fed cattle farm. She spends parts of glorious springs and autumns in Tuscany; in the summer, she spends her time raising and preserving an organic garden and winters hunkered down by the fire with books to read and write.  She is the award-winning author of Grounded, Guarded, and Granted, a trilogy of novels that became Amazon bestsellers and were adapted to the stage for sold-out audiences at the Pioneer Playhouse, Kentucky's oldest outdoor theater.  The stories span settings in Angela's native Kentucky and the home of her heart, Italy. Angela and Jess are founders of Wilderness Road Hospitality, a suite of businesses comprised of: The Inn at Wilderness Road, The Bluebird Restaurant, Esther's Wellhouse and Spa, Mama DeVechio's Pizzeria, Cerulean Catering, Kentucky Soaps & Such, as well as several renovated historic homes that provide comforting hospitality to travelers visiting Stanford, Kentucky. Stanford is the second oldest city in the state! Episode Highlights: How Angela and I met in Montefollonico, Italy - Lucky me Angela's deep roots in Central Kentucky (9 generations!) Her family traveled with Daniel Boone. Her city vs. country living perspective and how too many goats may have changed her life! The importance of restorative hospitality How small towns and big spaces are super popular right now. Angela's series of books and how her passion for writing came from her love for books How travel provides so many opportunities The meaning of "Kentuscany" How Angela and Jess helped to transform Stanford Kentucky.  Kentucky Soaps & Such is an adorable part of her suite of businesses. Angela teases us by not sharing a big announcement - Coming soon! Sign up for her newsletter HERE to learn what is happening next! To learn more about Angela Correll- Go to AngelaCorrell.com The other three Kentucky Bourbon Series Episodes Chris Morris & Elizabeth McCall - Woodford Reserve: A Conversation About Kentucky Bourbon with The Experts at Woodford Reserve Heather Sunseri: Hidden Gems in Kentucky and Other Compelling Stories Ouita Michel: Delicious Southern Food & The Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Oct 14, 2022
18 min
Delicious Southern Food & The Kentucky  Bourbon Trail
Three words. Ouita is delightful. For those who may not know Ouita, this newest episode in the Kentucky Bourbon Trail Series is an excellent introduction! Anyone you ask about Ouita says the same thing. "She is amazing! Lovely and delightful!" However, just because she is super lovely doesn't mean she isn't uber-talented - Oh, she is VERY TALENTED. I was fortunate enough to talk with Ouita Michel, listen to her insightful thoughts and stories, and discover that we have a lot in common! Not the James Beard part or anything in the paragraph below. Ouita Michel is an eight-time James Beard Foundation Award nominee, including nominations for Outstanding Restaurateur and Best Chef Southeast. Michel and her restaurants are regularly featured in local and national media, such as the New York Times, Southern Living, Garden & Gun, Food Network, and the Cooking Channel. She was a guest judge on Bravo TV's, Top Chef series.  Ouita lives in Midway, Kentucky, where she oversees her newest venture, Holly Hill and Co. This lifestyle brand celebrates farmers and agriculture, culinary traditions, old and new, chefs and local talent, and community bonds. Check out her new video series, Up Home with Ouita Michel. Her new cookbook -Just a Few Miles South: Timeless Recipes from our Favorite Places - Buy it HERE! Episode Highlights Go behind the scenes of Bravo TV's Top Chef when she was a Guest Judge on Top Chef Kentucky. Memories of Gourmet Magazine and the Culinary Institute of America Holly Hill and Co - A must-see website Her praise for Woodford Reserve, Master Distiller Chris Morris & Assistant Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall Food and bourbon pairings - Yes! The Kentucky Bourbon Trail and her personal highlights! What is benedictine? Restaurant life and more! Ouita Michel's Holly Hill and Co Link to Woodford Reserve => HERE Kentucky Bourbon Trail Trip Details How to Find Adventure & Thrive  in the Empty Nest – Suzanne’s E-Book My Amazon Travel Store – Suzanne’s Favorite Must-Haves Hear No Evil Media Podcast Audio Production by Erik Hulslander 
Sep 30, 2022
45 min
Hidden Gems in Kentucky and Other Compelling Stories
Welcome to the second episode devoted to Kentucky and The Kentucky Bourbon Trail. You could say that out of my friendship with my next guest, the idea of this Kentucky Series was created. Heather Sunseri was a part of my audience for my blog Adventures of Empty Nesters, and back in 2019, she learned I was planning to take our first trip to Kentucky to discover The Bourbon Trail. Her knowledge of all things Kentucky was instrumental in our having the best vacation we could imagine. She was so kind and thorough, and we even got together for breakfast so we could meet in person. Since our meeting three years ago, I have read 8 of her books and enjoyed every single one. When I decided to revisit our adventure in Kentucky, I knew that Heather had to be a part of this series. She is a perfect fit for this podcast, with my obsession with authors and reading, her passion for travel, along with many other commonalities! Here at Travel Connections, we want to hear the stories of how meaningful the connections we make when we travel are and how they can improve our lives. Heather is one of my personal travel connections. How cool is that? The Pandemic created a two-year travel void, so although our first trip to Kentucky was three years ago, it seems almost like yesterday. Let me tell you a little bit about Heather: Heather Sunseri is a CPA who began writing novels to escape her mundane life as a muggle. After twenty years in the corporate world, Heather decided to use her business savvy and curious mind to start a publishing business anchored by fictional stories. She is proof that one can be a numbers person and a creative. And that it's never too late (or too early) to get a do-over. She's married to the love of her life, a mom to two amazing kids, and a caregiver to the best golden retriever and one very needy cat. When she's not writing, she's making homemade pizza, listening to travel podcasts, and drinking Kentucky bourbon while simultaneously planning her next adventure. This episode is so fun! She's so fantastic, and I will never forget her story about the bats in her house~  Heather is a terrific friend and writer, and I look forward to reading her next book. While we wait for it, remember to check out all of her other book series on her website HeatherSunseri.com.  Highlights of this episode: Heather's books and how her writing career started How writing for Substack helps her work through the stories swirling in her imagination The many layers of the saga of 100 bats! The beautiful things about living in Kentucky  Hidden gems in Kentucky to see and enjoy Kentucky Bourbon Trail highlights Check out my next episode for the Kentucky Bourbon Trail series, where I interview Ouita Michel. She is not only the nicest person on the planet, but she was a Guest Judge on Bravo's Top Chef Kentucky, an eight-time James Beard Foundation Award nominee, a restauranteur, and a cookbook author. A multi-talented woman. You don't want to miss this interview. Link to Heather Sunseri => https://heathersunseri.com/ Kentucky Bourbon Trail Trip Details How to Find Adventure & Thrive  in the Empty Nest – Suzanne’s E-Book My Amazon Travel Store – Suzanne’s Favorite Must-Haves Hear No Evil Media Podcast Audio Production by Erik Hulslander 
Sep 15, 2022
49 min
A Conversation About Kentucky Bourbon With The Experts at Woodford Reserve
Our favorite spirit is Kentucky Bourbon. To be more precise: We enjoy Woodford Reserve the MOST. Our kids sip it, our parents love it, and we tend to serve it to our guests and friends more than any other adult beverage. We have history and take our bourbon drinking very seriously. Back in 2019, before the world shut down, my husband Craig and I, and two of our best friends, went to Kentucky to discover a new destination, follow The Kentucky Bourbon Trail and to learn more about how bourbon is created.  Is a trip to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail on your list too? Ever since our grown kids came home from college loving this delicious Kentucky spirit, I have been paying attention. Our kids' enthusiasm for all drinks made with bourbon was intoxicating and persuasive. Fast forward several years later, my favorite way to indulge is now a Manhattan or an Old Fashioned because I love the aroma and smooth flavor of high-quality bourbon. My husband and I toured The Kentucky Bourbon Trail with our friends Brad and Troy; we visited smaller distilleries, dined at excellent restaurants, and thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Woodford Reserve, where our bourbon of choice is carefully crafted. The art of making fine bourbon first took place on the site of the Woodford Reserve Distillery, a National Historic Landmark, in 1812. The perfectly balanced taste of their Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey comprises more than 200 detectable flavor notes, from bold grain and wood to sweet aromatics, spice, and fruit & floral notes. Mmm, delicious Kentucky Bourbon! During our visit in 2019, we sipped, listened, and toured Woodford Reserve and had the time of our lives. Never in a million years did I dream I would create a podcast and have the opportunity to interview Master Distiller Chris Morris and Assistant Master Distiller Elizabeth McCall. Dreams do come true, my friends; I am living proof. (pun intended) Chris Morris is Master Distiller for Brown-Forman Corporation, the seventh since the company began in 1870. A Louisville native, he has spent his working life in the bourbon industry. Chris is responsible for maintaining the award-winning taste of the whiskies produced at the Woodford Reserve and Old Forester Distilleries.  He is also one of three generations of his family to work at Brown-Forman and is a member of the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame.   Elizabeth McCall, CSS (Certified Specialist of Spirits), is the second generation of her family to work in the bourbon industry and one of the youngest female distillers in the United States. When she first began working at Brown Forman, assuming the role she is in today was never the goal. Realizing the excellent opportunity for employment the company offered, Elizabeth followed in her mother's footsteps, starting as a sensory expert and working in the quality department.  McCall has a master's degree from the University of Louisville and has been a member of Brown-Forman's R&D Department since 2009. Her ongoing devotion to quality, and interest in all things spirits, eventually led her to become Master Taster in 2015 and, in 2018, Assistant Master Distiller of Woodford Reserve.  Today she works directly with Master Distiller Chris Morris and R&D on the innovation and development of new products within Woodford Reserve.  In this episode: Personal insights from the experts! Plus, great stories! What is The Kentucky Bourbon Trail? What happened in 1990? What is a fermenter? Red & Blue Corn & Bourbon? ( A super fun story) Innovation at Woodford Reserve Plus, so much more! How Woodford Reserve was a pioneer in culinary pairings with bourbon What is so magical and timeless about Woodford Reserve? This episode is the first of four devoted to Kentucky and The Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Don't miss a new episode every two weeks.    Link to Woodford Reserve => HERE Kentucky Bourbon Trail Trip Details How to Find Adventure & Thrive  in the Empty Nest – Suzanne’s E-Book My Amazon Travel Store – Suzanne’s Favorite Must-Haves Hear No Evil Media Podcast Audio Production by Erik Hulslander 
Sep 2, 2022
51 min
Come Travel the World with Lifetime TV Host, Scott Eddy
Come travel the world with us today! Are you looking to find adventure? You, my friend, are in the right place for an exhilarating 34 minutes!  My travel philosophy? Say yes and figure out the rest. I always encourage everyone I talk with to find adventure, and no one exemplifies this philosophy better than my next guest. Scott Eddy has a unique background. Although he began his career in investment banking, he changed his business trajectory and lived in Europe and Asia for 17 years. While in Asia, he started the first digital agency in SE Asia.  He is based in Miami now, but he travels full-time as a TV host on Lifetime Television for a travel series called Video Globetrotter. In addition, Scott provides growth-focused marketing strategies to brands, primarily in the world of hospitality, and essentially turns storytelling into solid marketing success. His enthusiasm for life and travel is infectious, and I can't wait for you to meet him. Also! I have a program alert for you! Do you like watching your podcast episodes? Well, you can find this one on my Youtube Channel! Travel the world through amazing stories in this episode: Learn how Scott started the first digital agency in Southeast Asia Travels full-time as a video host and social media marketing expert Visits 20 countries each year Scott Eddy is an EPIC storyteller  His Alaskan adventures are extraordinary - The Salmon! The Bald Eagles! "How video brings a brand to life." You will laugh and sit in awe of his stories and adventures. We only scratched the surface of what Scott can share, but come listen and enjoy. This is a fantastic episode! Links to Scott Eddy TV host for Video Globetrotter Visual Storyteller   Website: http://www.mrscotteddy.com/ Social Media: @MrScottEddy Twitter Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube
Aug 5, 2022
38 min
The Delicious World of Washington Wines With Andrew Januik
I am a wine lover, and my wine education and favorites have grown since our kids left the nest. When our children were young, there was little time to indulge in learning about wines, so we chose as best we could and primarily drank wines from California. We lived in California until two years ago when we moved to the state of Washington. Being in close proximity to the wineries is certainly a treat,  but people from all over the world drink the delicious wines of Washington State. We are fortunate now to live close, taste more and learn a great deal! As very willing participants, Craig and I have been learning about wines from this great state of agriculture, but I think we have hit the jackpot recently. We were guests at an event hosted by Auction of Washington Wines, also known as AWW.  Sharing the love of Washington Wines Since its inception in 1988, AWW has raised nearly $55 million to benefit Seattle Children's Hospital, Washington State University Viticulture & Enology Research, and the AWW Industry Grant. AWW is listed in the top five wine charity auctions in the U.S. by Wine Spectator. Its mission is to support the growth and awareness of the Washington state wine industry through a series of celebrated events benefiting the community. At a recent event, we were introduced to winemakers from several prominent wineries here in Washington. What a privilege to talk with these experts and taste their wines! We learned so much about these wineries and their wines, made new friends, and had a wonderful conversation with Andrew Januik while we tasted wines from Novelty Hill and Januik Wineries. All of the winemakers offered us a taste of an older vintage and compared it with a newer vintage; such a fun idea! During our chat that evening, I kept thinking. I should create an episode on Washington wines! Wouldn't he be a fantastic guest on Travel Connections? Somehow he carved out some time in his busy schedule for us to dive a little deeper into wine and the joys of being a winemaker. Andrew probably has the most fabulous job ever. I think it would be dreamy! I know it's hard work, but sign me up. Let me tell you about Andrew's background. Most winemakers have spent most of their lives in the industry, and Andrew Januik is no different – except that he is only 35 years old. When he was just 13, he started working with wine on the weekends and full-time during his summers. As the son of a world-renowned winemaker, Andrew was born with winemaking in his blood, and the proof is in the pressing! Every wine that Andrew has made since starting his eponymous label in 2011 has been rated above 90 points. His passion for wine is rooted in the state of Washington but has led to nearly a decade of making wine in the Southern Hemisphere, including his own labels in both Chile and Argentina. Here are just a few of the exciting topics we covered in our interview: Why Washington Wines are special The fantastic weather (not similar to Seattle's) in the Columbia Valley provides the ability to produce a wide variety of grapes. The magic of excel spreadsheets and spending time in the vineyards Novelty Hill and Januik Wines "One cannot escape the lure of the wine cellar!" Upcoming Events for Auction of Washington Wines: Here's some information on the upcoming events in August for Auction of Washington Wines: You can enjoy more than 100 wines, global BBQ, and casual fun at the Winemaker Picnic & Barrel Auction, or dress up for the Annual Gala, both held at Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville, WA.  Essential Links in this episode: Novelty Hill - Januik Wines Andrew Januik Wines Auction of Washington Wines Hear No Evil Media, Audio Production by Erik Hulslander  How to Find Adventure & Thrive in the Empty Nest – Suzanne's E-Book My Amazon Travel Store – Suzanne's Favorite Must-Haves
Jul 21, 2022
38 min
A Visit to Camano Island, Washington: An Artists' Studio Tour
A Visit to Camano Island I started this podcast with the dream of talking about and focusing on the connections we make when we travel. Nothing exemplifies this idea more than my trip to Camano Island, Washington.   I was invited to explore the island and attend the 23rd Annual Studio Tour by the Whidbey & Camano Island Tourism Board. My hosts had no great expectations other than for me to have a good time and discover the island of Camano and the artists that live there. This unique event is held two weekends in a row in early May. We are lucky to only live about an hour from this beautiful destination, but as of yet, we still had not visited! Camano Island, located 64 miles north of Downtown Seattle is an easy and scenic drive.  In This Episode! What does it feel like on Camano Island? Discovering the locals are super welcoming and friendly Art and more art and artists Great food & drink, yes, of course! Beautiful scenery Connecting with nature, artists, and craftsman An in-depth and fun interview with jewelry designer Amy Bush of Loyalsmith Jewelry Both my husband Craig and I had the absolute best time. We knew we would enjoy our time on the studio tour, but it was much more than just a casual walkabout through many studios. Our time there was personal and, at times, moving. For the most part, artists work alone, and sharing their creative space and personal projects must be so satisfying. It sure was for us! We made new friends and purchased gorgeous art for our home, each with a story and a history. Make a plan to visit next year for the 24th Annual Studio Tour on Camano Island and also visit their website. It will direct you to all of the artists I talked about, plus many more. I highly recommend a visit, any time of year. Nature is bold and beautiful, and you can hear yourself think. How lovely is that? Camano Island is the perfect place to relax, reset, rejoice, and rediscover. To find the artists we talked about on the podcast: Go to THIS LINK for Art Lives on Camano Island Loyalsmith Jewelry - Amy Bush Camano Commons Marketplace The Baked Cafe Tapped
Jun 24, 2022
46 min
Travel Connections Podcast News & A Virtual Maui Vacation
A No Vacation, Maui Vacation This episode is a fun one. It's not too long and will provide you with some very unique travel ideas you can use right from your own living room.  I share a couple of podcast episode reminders. Have you had a chance to listen to my interview with Linda Miller Nicholson? Her episode is called Colorful Pasta-Making & Italian Travel with Salty Seattle. She shares how she built her unique pasta classes, wrote a cookbook, and changed the world with rainbow-colored pasta. The interview will enlighten and delight you! Also, I offer a sneak peek of my upcoming SUPER BIG Episode of our trip to Camano Island, WA, where we spent two days on the Camano Island Studio Tour. And then... The heart of this episode: My opinion on the current state of travel What is a no-vacation vacation? Back in 2020, when travel was shut down, I was given no choice but to stay home and figure out how to be somewhat relevant in the travel industry. This is what we did: My husband and I created Cocktail Adventures, where we paired a favorite cocktail recipe with a connecting travel memory. We had no idea what we were doing, but it was super fun, and we could still connect with travel that we so dearly loved. You can find our videos on Instagram on my @SuzanneStavert account, and you can also find them on my website, AdventuresofEmptyNesters.com, and type in Cocktail Adventures. I created a solution that would still be perfect today. At the time, I was disappointed by my lack of travel options during the Stay at Home mandate; I needed to change my thinking. I had to look at my current situation and determine just how to move forward when I could not write about future travel or plan any of our own adventures. Like you, I couldn't enjoy a Maui vacation if I wanted to! Imagine the cold-sweet sip of a tropical Mai Tai, Seared Ahi Tuna with Vegetable Fried Rice, and a mound of ice cream covered in chocolate fudge in a decadent slice of Hula Pie. Yes, please! Tell me more. This delicious list is just the beginning of an authentic and tasty Maui Style vacation you can create at home. Can I bring you soft white sand and fresh tropical breezes? No, I can't; sorry about that. Can I suggest where to buy unique products that will get your Maui vacation vibes flowing? Yes, my friends, I can! I don't want to give away all of my Hawaiian gems right here, so make sure you head over to the Guide. Check out the Downloadable Guide ==> HERE:  Cocktail Adventures Virtual Maui Vacation Maui Wine Surfing Goat Dairy Farm Ocean Vodka Kimos Hear No Evil Media, Audio Production by Erik Hulslander  How to Find Adventure & Thrive in the Empty Nest – Suzanne's E-Book My Amazon Travel Store – Suzanne's Favorite Must-Haves
Jun 13, 2022
18 min
Colorful Pasta-Making &  Italian Travel with Salty Seattle's Linda Miller Nicholson
Pasta-making from the BEST From the moment I stepped into her pasta studio, Linda Miller Nicholson, also known as Salty Seattle, exuded warmth and enthusiasm that was palpable.  Her expansive studio is located about 30 miles east of Seattle, and it is super cool! Cleverly designed with a fireplace, chic seating, and rainbow-colored pasta tools. Woodblock counters cover the surfaces of each workstation. On one side of the studio, she has an antique refrigerator that must be 8-10 feet long with glass windows, old-fashioned metal handles, and beautiful wood doors. She has retrofitted the appliance to today's refrigeration standards. You would love this piece! Linda's unique culinary studio is truly a rainbow pasta dreamland. I was a guest of my dear friends at Tuscan Women Cook (Episode #3)for this hands-on class and adventure. We spent hours learning how to make several types of colorful handmade pasta, laughing, and learning while sipping wine. I really honed my pasta-making skills with Linda and my passion for this culinary craft keeps my family and friends eating fresh pasta for days! Linda Miller Nicholson is an internationally recognized pasta-making powerhouse whose work is featured across media outlets, including Saveur, Good Housekeeping, Buzzfeed, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Delta Airlines, the BBC, and Business Insider. She has made pasta art for Katy Perry, The cast of The Chew. And Harry Connick Jr. She's been the subject of several documentaries and works with companies like the Food Network and Buzzfeed's Tasty. I can also attest that she is incredibly delightful and highly talented. I feel super fortunate to have spent quality time with Linda. We talked about so many wonderful things in this episode! Growing up in a bi-racial family Moving from Southern California to rural Idaho as a child How she learned to make pasta at four years old! Her fascinating childhood and how "Slobber the Cow" influenced it How travel shaped her life and career How she created this unique, colorful career in pasta-making How creating Salty Seattle and wildly experimenting with colors helped her tap into her creative side The details of her fantastic online and in-person pasta-making classes Linda's cookbook "Pasta Pretty Please" How to create colored pasta with all-natural ingredients Her pasta "ideas" list- Imagine the "pastabilities"! Linda offers sound advice and insight for other entrepreneurs and how she believes that no one is really ever "stuck" but that we are continually growing and learning.  In this podcast episode, her infectious joy for pasta-making comes through even without seeing her! She's a pleasure to interview and to get to know. You will LOVE hearing her engaging stories! I wish I could bottle her energy and enthusiasm!   Make sure you check the show notes for all of the essential links and for where to find her book. Pasta Pretty Please. @SaltySeattle - Linda's engaging Instagram SaltySeattle.com - Linda's website for listings of classes and where to buy her book Hear No Evil Media, Audio Production by Erik Hulslander  How to Find Adventure & Thrive in the Empty Nest – Suzanne's E-Book My Amazon Travel Store – Suzanne's Favorite Must-Haves
May 27, 2022
52 min
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