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Jeffrey Chernick is a Rock Star. He started in big finance. Got out before it all burned down. Off to Barcelona. Off to Malaysia. Playing sold out shows with his band Story of the Running Wolf. Still going strong. Say hello to the ever so charming, Jeffery Chernick. “Malaysia was awesome. I’d go partying and to really … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/jeffrey-chernick-being-yourself-and-having-fun-in-big-business/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Jeffrey Chernick: Tours as a Rock Star Drummer, Grows an International Business and has lots and lots of Fun"</span></a></p>

On a spur of the moment decision. He decided to leave all of his possessions behind. He jumped in an RV and started traveling the world. With no concern about what society may think of him. He started living his dream. Welcome, the one and only Tynan. “Travel is enriching in ways that are hard to articulate.” … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/tynan-minimalism-freedom-world-travel-good-habits/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Tynan: World Travel and Freedom through Minimalism and Good Habits"</span></a></p>

The first time I met Jellaine was when she showed up for a CouchSurf. She was working on a travel blog then called Backpacking in Stilettos. Her mindset was fascinating back then, and where it took her is the stuff of legends. Despite debt, career and family problems she grew a million dollar business on her own. She … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/jellaine-ross/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Jellaine Ross: The Mindset Behind Cherry Blooms"</span></a></p>

Following your heart is the path to freedom. Doing so could take you to all sorts of places. Perhaps even Brazil… This guy is doing it. Here is his story. Welcome my next guest, Ilya Brotzky. “F$#k the BMW, follow your heart.” – Ilya Brotzky (Tweet It) Travel Topics: Who is Ilya Brotzky? Help in the … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/ilya-brotzky-brazil-tech-startups/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ilya Brotzky: Tech Startups, Brazil and Moving to New Countries"</span></a></p>

He has been on the road for 10 years. He’s gone everywhere and he writes about it. He can find a job anywhere and his stories are unreal. If you want to see the world this is the mindset to make it happen. Say g’day to the travel connoisseur, Jonny Blair. “Anyone can do any thing if … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/jonny-blair-unstoppable-travel-mindset/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Jonny Blair: Unstoppable Travel Mindset for Going Wherever You Dream"</span></a></p>

Dreaming of quitting the high paying 9-5 job? Our next guest proposed a remote work agreement and received his resignation papers in exchange. Now he runs his own business and lives where and how he desires. He shares his lifestyle with the world. Please welcome the Location Rebel, Sean Ogle. “People are getting more creative with … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/sean-ogle-location-rebel/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Sean Ogle: The Location Rebel who Builds Businesses that Can Be Run From Anywhere on Earth"</span></a></p>

Moving to Italy on a passionate whim. Finding a business to fall in love with. Making a lifestyle out of it. Here is how to live the long term travel lifestyle. With, Steve Oddo. “Different people I met on my travels were open-minded, outside of the box thinkers that were doing great things to make money.” … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/steve-oddo/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Steve Oddo: Walks of Italy Founder on Building Profitable Travel Companies Around Passions"</span></a></p>

Choosing entrepreneurship is an adventure in itself. Choosing entrepreneurship and travel is an extra challenge. Mark Manson did both. His story involves massive struggle, but the other side of it is hugely rewarding. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Mark Manson. “It’s really hard to start your own business period.” – Mark Manson (Tweet It) Travel Topics: … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/mark-manson-russia-vulnerability-long-term-travel-lifestyle/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Mark Manson: Russia, Vulnerability, Purpose and the Long Term Travel Lifestyle"</span></a></p>

She realised that her online web marketing business enabled her to work anywhere in the world. So she bought a one way ticket to Australia. Through travel she discovered the desire and drive to help grassroots social enterprises all over the world. She went on to become a National Geographic Traveller of the Year! Welcome A Little … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/shannon-odonnell-a-little-adrift-travel-and-grassroots-volunteering/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Shannon O’Donnell: A Little Adrift, Travel and Grassroots Volunteering"</span></a></p>

A computer whizz. With a love for travel. Managed to marry the two and create a successful business. Helping travelers with their tech problems. Writing about the fascinating places that his path crosses. Say hello to Anil Polat, the FoXnoMad. “When people ask me ‘”What can I do to be able to travel?'” I say … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/foxnomad-tech-tips-the-nsa-and-cyber-security-for-travelers/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "FoxNoMad: Tech Tips, the NSA and Cyber Security for Travelers"</span></a></p>

4 romper suits. 7 countries. No equipment. No luggage. No names. Nothing sensible. Please welcome, Lord Hickey. “Sensible? We certainly don’t do sensible!” – Lord Hickey (Tweet It) Travel Topics: The adventures of Crossing South America on a Tuk Tuk in Teletubby Suits Raising money for charity whilst having fun Sweet talking a thief into getting … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/south-america-on-a-tuk-tuk/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Lord Hickey: Crossing South America on a Tuk Tuk in Teletubby Suits"</span></a></p>

Studying Spanish in Ecuador wasn’t enough. Some people always take it to the next level. They leave the trodden path behind and journey deep into the jungle. Putting everything on the line for adventure and a changed life… Join us now with Master Inventor, Chris Hawker. “If you see things through different eyes you start to learn how … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/dynamite-fishing-peruvian-moonshine-ayahuasca-jungle-immersion/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Chris Hawker: Ayahuasca Jungle Immersion, Dynamite Fishing and Peruvian Moonshine"</span></a></p>

Dreaming of travel working around the world? He’s an agave farmer & an elephant keeper. Knows how to harvest rice and treat tigers. He wrote an epic blog about it and then his idea was stolen. Here is his story… The expert, Turner Barr. “If you want to really get into the nuts and bolts … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/turner-barr-tigers-corporate-piracy-and-the-best-job-in-the-whole-world/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Turner Barr: Tigers, Corporate Piracy and the Best Job in the Whole World"</span></a></p>

He works with top celebrities. He works with top brands. This all only started recently. He believes 100% is possible 100% of the time. Here is the story of a Life Baller. A leader in travel photography, Nick Onken. “Photography leans towards different ways of making income.” – Nick Onken (Tweet It) Travel Topics: The benefits … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/nick-onken-travel-photography/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Nick Onken: Life Baller Travel Photographer and Philantrophist"</span></a></p>

The new rich has arrived and their leader is Dan Andrews. He’s a leading force in the development of micro multinational businesses. No one knows about lifestyle business like Dan does. Want to travel the world and make money? Building a business is the way to get there. If you want to get there fast … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/dan-andrews-build-a-business-live-the-dream/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Dan Andrews: Build a Business and Live the Dream"</span></a></p>

She went to South East Asia. She bought herself a bike. She travelled around Thailand. She built houses from mud in Burma. Now she is travel working in Australia. Planning her next adventure. Welcome, Kat Dugas. “Thailand is a paradise of a country for bike travelling.” – Kat Dugas (Tweet It) Travel Topics: Traveling around Thailand … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/one-girl-solo-bikes-around-thailand-and-work-travels-australia/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Kat Dugas: One Girl Solo Bikes Around Thailand and Work Travels Australia"</span></a></p>

He thought he wanted a life of travel. So he created a way of doing it. This taught him a lot about himself. He discovered that life is forever changing. He found the importance of being true to himself in following his dreams. Say hello to our next guest, Will Peach. “Life is a constant process of … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/will-peach-shifting-away-from-gonzo-road-life/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Will Peach: Shifting Away from Gonzo Road Life"</span></a></p>

He went from a military career to a successful job in finance. Until he realised he didn’t truly know those around him. A pivotal moment made him re-evaluate what was important in life. So he dug out his teaching diploma. And went to follow his dreams. Training at the Shaolin temple & building a new … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/antonio-graceffo-the-dust-of-911-nyc-to-shaolin-temple/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Antonio Graceffo: From the Dust of 9/11 NYC to the Shaolin Temple"</span></a></p>

While adventuring in Costa Rica our next guest was appalled. He witnessed big agribusiness spraying pesticides. On Costa Rican farmers. Since then, he’s been on a path to make it right. Welcome to the 20th episode with, Stephen Brooks. “Permaculture – how can we meet our goals and use less energy?” -Stephen Brooks (Tweet It) … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/stephen-brooks-costa-rican-environmental-entrepreneurship/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Stephen Brooks: Costa Rican Chemical Spray Awakens Environmental Entrepreneurship"</span></a></p>

From a poor family in Ireland to an enterprising business. With no technical knowledge. This successful entrepreneur builds teams to grow his own businesses. All the while enjoying the long term travel lifestyle. Please welcome, Johnny Ward. “Being broke is not an issue. There’s always a way.” – Johnny Ward (Tweet It) Travel Topics: Money making as a medical research … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/johnny-ward-from-a-medical-research-lab-test-subject-to-a-new-rich-world-traveler/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Johnny Ward: From a Medical Research Lab Test Subject to a New Rich World Traveler"</span></a></p>

He was a bored teacher. So he decided to move to Japan. To become a ninja. He learnt the value of humility. Now he helps others in believing that they too can fulfil their dreams. Welcome, Izzy the Ninja. “My life is evidence that you can achieve the impossible.” – Izzy (Tweet It) Travel Topics: Why he … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/izzy-the-ninja-forget-the-9-to-5-im-going-to-be-a-ninja/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Izzy the Ninja: Forget the 9 to 5, I’m Going to Be a Ninja!"</span></a></p>

Jacob Sokol thought he had it all. Yet something was missing. His search took him to South East Asia. Now he helps turn other people’s pain into purpose and power. It’s a pleasure to introduce, Jacob Sokol. “Travel is a vehicle to learn who we are, what’s important to us and what’s possible in life.” – … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/jacob-sokol-true-happiness/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Jacob Sokol: Taking on the World to Find True Happiness"</span></a></p>

He left the UK with about $1,000. To this day he is still living out his dream. He’s got a blueprint for sailing the world. It doesn’t cost much at all. Please welcome the great sailor, Ben Owen. “8:00 a.m. is the Sailors Midnight.” – Ben Owen (Tweet It) Travel Topics: How Ben moved to … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/how-to-hitchhike-the-south-pacific-ben-owen/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "How to Hitchhike the South Pacific with Ben Owen"</span></a></p>

A spontaneous decision led to a journey across America. All with the goal of meeting people from all walks of life. On that path he learned that helping people enriches, enhances and reflects who we are as human beings. So sit tight for the stop-motion video genius. The one and only, Benjamin Jenks. “Once you realise … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/benjamin-jenks-hitchhiking-usa/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Benjamin Jenks: Hitchhiking the USA and a New Perspective on Fear"</span></a></p>

He moved from South Africa to Argentina to learn Spanish. This was only the beginning. After losing almost everything, he found comfort in that place. He also found adventure along the way. Welcome the African Adventurer Economist, Pierre Heistein. “It’s not something you aim to learn, it’s something you stumble across.” – Pierre Heistein (Tweet It) Travel … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/hiking-over-the-andes-into-the-amazon/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Hiking Over the Andes and Into the Amazon with Pierre Heistein"</span></a></p>

Leaving high paying city jobs isn’t easy. Especially if your plan is to travel indefinitely. But leaning into uncertainty is the first step in living THE dream. Having lived the location independent lifestyle for years these two girls have specific steps to save you money. Welcome Dani and Jess, The Globetrotter Girls. “The idea that you … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/housesitting-location-independence-globetrotter-girls/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Luxurious Housesitting Lifestyle & Firing Fantastic Bosses with the Globetrotter Girls"</span></a></p>

This is my philosopher friend. We met deep in the jungles of Costa Rica. I took a plane to get there. He drove all the way from Nevada. It’s time to go deep with, Ian Cooley. “It was good to be alive and it still is.” – Ian Cooley (Tweet It) Travel Topics: On overcoming the … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/driving-from-usa-to-costa-rica/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ian Cooley: Solo Driving from Nevada, USA to Costa Rica in a Van"</span></a></p>

He’s travelled to over 60 countries. Researching the cost of living. The Indiana Jones of the Internet World. Give it up for, Alan Perlman. “Fortune favors the bold!” – Alan Perlman (Tweet It) Travel Topics: How he became A World Traveling Cost of Living Analyst The magic of getting off the beaten track Why human connections fuel … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/a-world-traveling-cost-of-living-analyst-finds-the-holy-grail/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Alan Perlman: A World Traveling Cost of Living Analyst finds The Holy Grail"</span></a></p>

Property of WanderingTrader.com Day trading still doesn’t make much sense to me. It seems like magic. Some people just get it, others don’t. I don’t get it. So inviting the number one nomad trader onto the show seemed like a great idea. Marcello is a great guest. Not only is he one of the most traveled … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/wandering-trader-how-day-trading-entrepreneurship-and-world-travel-inspire-the-good-life/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Wandering Trader: How Day Trading, Entrepreneurship and World Travel Fuel the Good Life"</span></a></p>

If you’re planning on working on an Outback Cattle Station, you’re going to be in for something that very few people on this earth ever experience. Most Australians never traveler more than 100 kilometers away from the coast. Think about that. If that excites you, you’re going to enjoy this conversation. Erik and I met on the … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/outback-cattle-station/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Erik Snare: How We Got Work on an Outback Cattle Station"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Pat Flynn Pat Flynn was my most useful teacher. His blog, Smart Passive Income, is perhaps the best resource for anyone seeking to grown an online business these days. His podcasting course was the backbone for what became my podcast production company. That’s a pretty amazing thing when you think about it. … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/pat-flynn-letting-go-becoming-location-independent-and-living-an-awesome-life/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Pat Flynn: Letting Go"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Natalie Sisson Natalie Sisson isn’t inspirational because of the things she has done. What makes her inspirational is the nonchalant attitude that she has towards it all. Want to ride a bike across Africa? Yeah! Let’s do it. Want to start making $15,000 a month? Where do we start? Her attitude is contagious. No wonder she wins body … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/natalie-sisson-going-pro-as-an-entrepreneur-adventure-junkie-and-a-digital-nomad-author/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Natalie Sisson: Going Pro as an Entrepreneur, Adventure Junkie and a Digital Nomad Author"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Luke Metelerkamp Luke Metelerkamp and I met on the farthest southern island of New Zealand. It’s called Stewart Island. This is pretty much the farthest point into the middle of nowhere a person can go without doing a trip to the Arctic or Antartica. That’s the kind of guy that Luke is. … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/luke-metelerkamp-global-sustainability-travel-and-a-purpose-driven-business/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Luke Metelerkamp: Global Sustainability, Travel and a Purpose Driven Business"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Wandering Earl He likes to travel to the least visited places on earth. His first trip was 14 years ago in South East Asia. It was only supposed to last for 3 months. Today he is still on the road going as strong as ever. He’s a hero in the long term … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/wandering-earl-kidnappings-enrepreneurship-the-taliban-and-14-years-on-the-road/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Wandering Earl: Kidnappings, Entrepreneurship, the Taliban and 14 Years on the Road"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Jodi Ettenberg Sometimes life requires something more. One can have an excellent job in a prestigious place. Yet the call of exotic lands can be too much to bear. After realizing this Jodi turned that passion into a powerful journey. She has been on the road for five years and has only … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/jodi-ettenberg-tales-of-a-lawyer-turned-slow-traveling-global-adventurer/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Jodi Ettenberg: Tales of a Lawyer Turned Slow Traveling Global Adventurer"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Colin Wright This handsome devil moves to a new country every year. His readers decide where he will go next. After 4 year on the road, he’s started a publishing company. We talk about muggings, baliwood and making money. So plug in those ear buds, hit play and get outside for a … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/colin-wright-muggings-minimalism-and-the-exile-lifestyle/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Colin Wright: Muggings, Minimalism and the Exile Lifestyle"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Graham Hughes A lot of people talk about being well traveled. Graham Hughes holds the world record. He’s conquered traveling to every country without flying. What is probably the most impressive, he did it without flying. That’s right folks. No airplanes. I hope you enjoy this podcast with Graham Hughes. “The world … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/graham-hughes-world-record-holder-talks-about-traveling-to-every-country-without-flying/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Graham Hughes: World Record Holder Talks About Traveling to Every Country Without Flying"</span></a></p>

Image Property of Niall Doherty Niall is a man with a mission. He is traveling around the world WITHOUT FLYING! How is this even possible you ask? Listen in to find out how possible the impossible really is. Our first inspirational guest on the Love Affair Travel podcast. The man, Niall Doherty. “Once you’re lucky, twice … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://ianrobinson.net/niall-doherty-social-media-blackmail-global-circumnavigation-a-wealthy-mindset-and-a-quantified-life/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Niall Doherty: Social Media Blackmail, Circumnavigation, a Wealthy Mindset and a Quantified Life"</span></a></p>