“I asked everyone if they were lonely. All the guys my age said 'no, I'm too busy; too much going on.' When I answer that quickly I'm either lying or it's something I'm afraid of.” – Andrew McCarthy
In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and Andrew talk about why Andrew took a USA road trip to reconnect …“I asked everyone if they were lonely. All the guys my age said 'no, I'm too busy; too much going on.' When I answer that quickly I'm either lying or it's something I'm afraid of.” – Andrew McCarthy
In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and Andrew talk about why Andrew took a USA road trip to reconnect with his friends (2:15); what kinds of friends Andrew sought out, why none of them were public figures, and how loneliness is bad for men's health (8:00); the kinds of men Andrew spoke with in passing on the trip, why Andrew sought out Elvis Presley sites on the road, and how women's friendships differ from men's (17:30); Andrew's takeaways from his road trip, why "showing up" for people is important, and how travel can be the "university of life" (28:00); audience questions about friendships between younger men, the rumored possibility of a St. Elmo's Fire sequel, the task of recording an audiobook, creepy things that happened on the road, and how travel inevitably makes us more open and curious (35:30).
Andrew McCarthy (@AndrewTMcCarthy) is an actor, television director and writer of such books as The Longest Way Home, Brat and Walking with Sam. His newest book is Who Needs Friends: An Unscientific Examination of Male Friendship Across America.
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Tips for telling travel stories, with Andrew McCarthy (Deviate episode)
Paris Writing Workshops (summer learning-vacation classes)
Travels with Charley in Search of America, by John Steinbeck (book)
Brat Pack (group of young 1980s actors)
Elvis Presley Birthplace (museum site in Tupelo, Mississippi)
Camps Promising to Turn You into an Alpha Male (article)
Comstock, Texas (incorporated community)
Joshua Speed (close friend of Abraham Lincoln)
St. Elmo's Fire (1985 movie)
Geoff Dyer (English author and travel writer)
Strawberry Hill (neighborhood in Kansas City, Kansas)
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We’re breaking down what glamping really is and share unforgettable luxury camping experiences around the world that we’ve had, from bubble hotels in Mexico’s wine country to safari lodges in Uganda and hill country luxury tents in Texas. We’re inspiring you to go glamping with all the info on what …We’re breaking down what glamping really is and share unforgettable luxury camping experiences around the world that we’ve had, from bubble hotels in Mexico’s wine country to safari lodges in Uganda and hill country luxury tents in Texas. We’re inspiring you to go glamping with all the info on what to expect, who glamping is best for, and why it’s the perfect way to experience nature with comfort, style, and incredible views.
Campera Hotel Bubble – Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico
Camp Hideaway Retreat, Fredericksburg, TX
Twiga Safari Lodge – Near Murchison Falls, Uganda
Topanga Tipi - Topanga, CA
On the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with Alpaca Expeditions – Peru
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We’re taking you along with us to Camp Hideaway Retreat to experience luxury tent suites, a quintessential fall retreat in Texas Hill Country! You’ll be inspired to go glamping, experience retreat travel, and start planning a wine tasting getaway Fredericksburg, Texas with your friends and family.
…We’re taking you along with us to Camp Hideaway Retreat to experience luxury tent suites, a quintessential fall retreat in Texas Hill Country! You’ll be inspired to go glamping, experience retreat travel, and start planning a wine tasting getaway Fredericksburg, Texas with your friends and family.
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This week on Drop A Pin we are joined by childhood and adult best friends PFT Commenter and Pat “The Beave” Cassidy to talk about how they started their careers post grad in the city of Austin Texas. We take a deep dive into what it really means to keep Austin weird and the odd jobs they picked up w…This week on Drop A Pin we are joined by childhood and adult best friends PFT Commenter and Pat “The Beave” Cassidy to talk about how they started their careers post grad in the city of Austin Texas. We take a deep dive into what it really means to keep Austin weird and the odd jobs they picked up while getting their starts in the media world.
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We’re taking you to the newest wellness escape in Central Texas. Ottine Mineral Springs is about an hour drive from Austin ultimate day and makes a great day trip destination to soak in mineral springs pools, relax in the sauna, lounge in comfy beds, and make a day of it with food and drinks.
We s…We’re taking you to the newest wellness escape in Central Texas. Ottine Mineral Springs is about an hour drive from Austin ultimate day and makes a great day trip destination to soak in mineral springs pools, relax in the sauna, lounge in comfy beds, and make a day of it with food and drinks.
We share a full walkthrough of the spa experience: reflexology pools, hot & cold plunges, barrel saunas, wood-fired pizzas, frozens, and tease what’s coming soon with yoga, sound baths, more pools, and a hotel!
Where to stay in Gonzales, TX: Belle Oaks Inn, a gorgeous manor property and The Alcalade, a classic stay.
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What if the ground beneath your feet could tell you what kind of trip you need? In this episode, Cheryl shares a powerful metaphor discovered during a solo road trip to West Texas: the terrain you’re walking—sandy, rocky, paved, or steady—mirrors the season you’re living. And each season calls for a…What if the ground beneath your feet could tell you what kind of trip you need? In this episode, Cheryl shares a powerful metaphor discovered during a solo road trip to West Texas: the terrain you’re walking—sandy, rocky, paved, or steady—mirrors the season you’re living. And each season calls for a different kind of travel. Because the right trip isn’t about escaping your life. It’s about supporting it. In This Episode: What “sandy seasons” reveal about depleted energy and passionWhy s...more
What if the best time to start your business or creative pursuit was before you felt fully ready? And what if you didn’t need to follow all of the current “best practices” to market yourself?
Nat Eliason is an entrepreneur and author based in Austin, Texas. Over the past decade, he’s built a caree…What if the best time to start your business or creative pursuit was before you felt fully ready? And what if you didn’t need to follow all of the current “best practices” to market yourself?
Nat Eliason is an entrepreneur and author based in Austin, Texas. Over the past decade, he’s built a career that gives him location freedom through writing, course creation, and now fiction. His debut sci-fi novel Husk: Book 1 of the Meru Initiative, was released in May 2025.
In this episode, Nat returns to share his experience transitioning from nonfiction writer to sci‑fi novelist, revealing the counterintuitive strategies he used to launch Husk and build momentum in the noisy creator economy.
Whether you're building a location-independent business or launching a creative project from anywhere in the world, Nat shares how to take control of your output, challenge “start later” thinking, and embrace the long game. He also opens up about what it takes to be patient in a fast-moving digital world, how he used an experimental marketing mindset to sell his products and books, and the often unseen emotional work of building something sustainably.
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Nate’s journey as an entrepreneur and author, and how he constructed the fictional world of Husk
Insight into balancing the joy of the journey with your bigger goals
Why starting creative work before feeling "ready" may be your strongest move
How to think like a business even while focusing on fiction or creative work
Why Nat says newsletters and funnels are out and where you should focus instead
The creative way that Nat sold his preorders instead of launching through Amazon
Advice for staying motivated before your work gains traction
How the "prep trap" holds creators and entrepreneurs back, and how Nat learned to bypass it
Nat’s favorite fiction book recommendations
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Big Bend National Park in Texas is the perfect cool-weather destination for star gazing, hiking, and soaking in the hot springs. Nestled in rural Texas, right along the Mexican boarder - this park will surprise and dazzle you, but you'll want to hear these tips for visiting Big Bend National Park be…Big Bend National Park in Texas is the perfect cool-weather destination for star gazing, hiking, and soaking in the hot springs. Nestled in rural Texas, right along the Mexican boarder - this park will surprise and dazzle you, but you'll want to hear these tips for visiting Big Bend National Park before you go, and now is the perfect time to book and plan for it!
Download our 3-day Big Bend Itinerary to take this exact same trip! If you have extra time in Big Bend National Park, check out this Float the Canyons of the Rio Grande activity.
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Where to Stay in Big Bend National Park
Chisos Mountain Lodge is the only lodging within the National Park (no Wi-Fi), but we stayed at Ten Bits Ranch- a solar ran ranch with a shared cantina/kitchen and dining space. There are plenty of rooms to choose from and all of the rooms have a gas fireplace. There is also a fire pit and BBQ grills you can use and trails on property.
• Room 1 ( The Bank)Room 2 (The School House)
• Room 3 (The Gun Room)Room 4 (The General Store)
• Room 5 (Delmonico’s Steakhouse)Room 6 (Texas Hattery)
• Room 7 (Ten Bits Gazette)Room 8 (The Court House)
• Room 9 (Barber Shop)Room 10 (The Mercantile)
• Room 11 (The Harness Shop)Room 12 (Blacksmith)
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Britain’s fastest woman Dina Asher-Smith joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Dina shares why she believes Rome is underrated, why moving to Texas for her training has made her fall back in love with London, and why despite travelling the world for her athletics,…Britain’s fastest woman Dina Asher-Smith joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Dina shares why she believes Rome is underrated, why moving to Texas for her training has made her fall back in love with London, and why despite travelling the world for her athletics, she doesn’t feel like she’s seen a lot of the countries she’s raced in…
Plus, Dina discusses her poignant experience visiting New Orleans after studying its history at university and reveals why she believes that as an elite athlete, you need a good holiday to realign your mind.
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El Camino Real de Los Tejas is a network of trails that connected Spanish missions, settlements, and military outposts from Mexico through Texas and into Louisiana. Now a national historic trail, this road played a crucial role in the Spanish colonization of the region in the late 1600s. It served a…El Camino Real de Los Tejas is a network of trails that connected Spanish missions, settlements, and military outposts from Mexico through Texas and into Louisiana. Now a national historic trail, this road played a crucial role in the Spanish colonization of the region in the late 1600s. It served as a vital route for communication, trade, and military movement.
Over time, that trail facilitated cultural exchange and interaction between Spanish settlers, indigenous peoples, and later, Anglo-American pioneers. The 2500 mile route is marked by numerous historical sites, including mission ruins, forts, and early settlements. It provides a tangible link to the colonial past and the diverse communities that shaped Texas and the broader Southwest.
The Traveler's Lynn Riddick takes a stroll along the trail with expert Steven Gonzales, who shares his knowledge about the significance of the trail and the American historical narrative. more
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This week, we're honored to welcome Sharyn Means, a New Zealand native and CEO of Dove's Rest Cabins, a stunning resort perched on the rim of the Palo Duro Canyon, the second largest canyon in the United States. Growing up in one of the most southern Pacific islands in the world, Sharyn developed a …This week, we're honored to welcome Sharyn Means, a New Zealand native and CEO of Dove's Rest Cabins, a stunning resort perched on the rim of the Palo Duro Canyon, the second largest canyon in the United States. Growing up in one of the most southern Pacific islands in the world, Sharyn developed a deep connection to the land and the Polynesian concepts of Kiara and Manaakitanga—principles that would eventually transform how she approaches hospitality and land stewardship.
Sharyn takes us on a journey through her transformation from corporate project manager to passionate advocate for meaningful hospitality rooted in something deeper than service. She describes that pivotal moment standing at the canyon's rim for the first time, feeling an immediate spiritual connection to the raw landscape and its rich history that would shape her future. That initial experience sparked what would become a mission to help guests disconnect from the outside world to reconnect with themselves, nature, and the profound peace that only deep rest can provide.
In this episode, we explore the profound meaning of Kiara beyond simple welcome, the sacred concept of Manaakitanga in caring for land and people, and how Sharyn's blend of New Zealand spirit and Texas hospitality has created a bridge between luxury and authentic connection to place. Join us for a deep and moving conversation about finding purpose through passion, honoring the land while serving others, and what it truly means to provide a space for deep rest and renewal.more
Join Jason with special guest co-host publisher of RV Today Magazine, Damien Ross. In this episode, we discuss the devastating floods in Texas and their impact on the RV community, Damien's recent move to Elkhart, Indiana, and updates about RV Today Magazine. We also have some fun with a game of 'Tw…Join Jason with special guest co-host publisher of RV Today Magazine, Damien Ross. In this episode, we discuss the devastating floods in Texas and their impact on the RV community, Damien's recent move to Elkhart, Indiana, and updates about RV Today Magazine. We also have some fun with a game of 'Two Truths and a Lie' RV edition, and delve into the complexities of RV manufacturing, including RVs designed by social media influencers.
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For one weekend every March, Sweetwater, Texas, comes alive with the sound of tens of thousands of rattles, and not the ones you hand a baby.
Sweetwater is host to the world's largest Rattlesnake Roundup. A unique event that combines snake handling demonstrations, competitions, educational exhibits,…For one weekend every March, Sweetwater, Texas, comes alive with the sound of tens of thousands of rattles, and not the ones you hand a baby.
Sweetwater is host to the world's largest Rattlesnake Roundup. A unique event that combines snake handling demonstrations, competitions, educational exhibits, and entertainment
This week on See America, we take a road trip to Sweetwater, Texas, to learn more about the Rattlesnake Roundup.
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Produced by: Jason and Abby Epperson for Lotus Media, LLC and the RV Miles Network.
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To celebrate Cinco de Mayo we’re sampling some of the best tacos in Texas including West Indian tacos in San Antonio, Baja tacos in Fort Worth, and puffy tacos. Plus, donuts with tacos and Taco Bell almost breaking up a marriage. [Ep 335]
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Destination Eat Drink foodie travel guide ebook…To celebrate Cinco de Mayo we’re sampling some of the best tacos in Texas including West Indian tacos in San Antonio, Baja tacos in Fort Worth, and puffy tacos. Plus, donuts with tacos and Taco Bell almost breaking up a marriage. [Ep 335]
Jori Sutton grew up in a small Texas town with big dreams of seeing the world—and she’s done just that, visiting over 50 countries and living in four. She's the creator behind The Tejana Abroad and The Tejana Biker, where she shares stories from her adventures on the road — often on two wheels. One …Jori Sutton grew up in a small Texas town with big dreams of seeing the world—and she’s done just that, visiting over 50 countries and living in four. She's the creator behind The Tejana Abroad and The Tejana Biker, where she shares stories from her adventures on the road — often on two wheels. One of her most unforgettable experiences? A 30-day motorcycle ride from Texas to Alaska and back with her dad, offering a fresh look at long-distance motorcycle travel, father-daughter road trips, and what it means to explore the world on your own terms.
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Welcome to the second half of my drive in Texas with my old buddy, Paul Weyland. We're in the hill country north of Austin, and Paul will tell me a lot of interesting stories about this area, Austin, and Texas in general.
See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/199-drumm…Welcome to the second half of my drive in Texas with my old buddy, Paul Weyland. We're in the hill country north of Austin, and Paul will tell me a lot of interesting stories about this area, Austin, and Texas in general.
See pictures and read blog post here: www.theradiovagabond.com/199-drummer-storyteller-and-texan-paul-weyland/ more
