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September 5, 2016July 28, 2017

How to stay informed on the road: every traveler needs this app

National Public Radio (NPR) is, for many, the sine qua non of the well-informed. Now savvy travelers – globe-trotters to road warriors – can stay current with NPR’s new phone app, NPR One. It’s a treasure trove of real-time local and national news and analysis plus an array of NPR-produced podcasts. Available free on iTunes, Google Play, Amazon, and Microsoft.

Sure, live streaming of public radio has been going on for some time – but this new on-demand app combines NPR’s flagship programming, Morning Edition and All Things Considered, with the latest updates of national and local newscasts. Further, from a choice of podcasts offered, the listener can curate a very personalized list, augmented by recommendations by NPR One.

Their tagline, “It’s public radio made personal” is right, and it is the app every traveler needs to stay in-the-know.

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September 2, 2016May 30, 2017

UPDATE: 7 Podcasts I Think You’ll Love

NOTE: This is an updated post from the original publication date of April 6, 2016.

I’m a big fan of podcasts. They are chock-full of interesting backstories behind the headlines; they provide a brief but deep look at topics I wouldn’t take the time to read about. Podcasts provide great fodder for dinner party conversation; they are helpful in working through mindless chores at home, and in the car on road trips when reading or watching videos don’t mix well with driving.

The following podcasts are my favorites and speak to an array of interests. In various formats, they explore that intersection where the profound meets our frail and imperfect humanity. I’ve updated this list to reflect two new entries: Hidden Brain and RadioLab. Enjoy! Continue reading “UPDATE: 7 Podcasts I Think You’ll Love”

May 9, 2016July 28, 2017

UPDATED: Travel Planning Checklist – 5 Steps Toward Less Stress

No matter how often you travel, good preparation is still key. We’ve updated our checklist and added two brand-new suggestions at the top. No need to scroll through searching for fresh content. So let’s get to it: even seasoned travelers (you) can benefit from reminders to help make your trip angst-free and a rich cultural experience. Isn’t that what travel is about? Continue reading “UPDATED: Travel Planning Checklist – 5 Steps Toward Less Stress”