Best Multi Generation Travel Podcasts (2025)

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S5E4: Travel as Education and Multi-Generational Adventures with Tom Barber, Co-Founder of Original Travel 44:36

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Tom Barber, co-founder of Original Travel, joins special edition host Aditi Arora, Consultancy Director at Matter of Form, to discuss the evolution of luxury travel and the post-pandemic boom in three-generational trips that are reshaping how families experience the world together. From grandparents funding transformative journeys to parents seekin…

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S5E5: Trust, Truth and Time in Mental Healthcare with George Broke, COO of The Soke 53:20

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George Broke, COO of The Soke, joins Fred Moore to discuss how mental healthcare is evolving beyond traditional clinical models toward a premium, hospitality-driven approach. From their unique client services team that acts as healthcare concierges to daily multidisciplinary meetings that ensure no practitioner works in isolation, George explains h…

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Banking on AI: How Goldman Sachs CIO Marco Argenti Is Rewriting the AI Playbook 41:34

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The world has gone through several technology transformations in the past 30+ years. From the launch of the Internet to the rise of mobile, cloud computing, digital transformation, and now AI transformation. In our second live recording of Redefiners, Clarke Murphy goes in-studio at Goldman Sachs to talk with someone who’s been through it all and c…

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Demystifying AI for Tour Operators (w/ Janette Roush of Brand USA) 53:40

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All we hear about is AI this, AI that. And yet trying to keep up with all the changes can be overwhelming. Many operators are simply rejecting it outright, or knowingly keeping their heads buried in the sand. So Mitch Bach sat down with Janette Roush, the "Chief AI Officer" for Brand USA, to ask a fundamental question: what are some practical ways …

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Join the Pickleball Vacation Trend 10:22

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Send us a text 160 - Discover the Ultimate Sports Travel Experience: Pickleball Vacations That Transform Your Getaway Join hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart, your Orlando-based travel agents from Creating Magic Vacations, as they explore the hottest new trend in travel - pickleball vacations! In this episode of Travel Inspired, we dive deep into how the fas…

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Tourism as a Force for Good: The Untours Foundation's Mission 50:16

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In this episode of the Tourpreneur podcast, Chris speaks with Jonathan Coleman from the Untours Foundation and Zakia Moulaoui Guery from Invisible Cities. They discuss the transformative power of tourism and how both organizations are making a significant impact in their communities. The Untours Foundation focuses on impact investing in social ente…

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Leadership Lounge: Generation Collaboration: How Leaders Can Harness the Power of Multi-Generational Teams 18:20

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Today, leaders are working side-by-side with up to five different generations. This creates both significant challenges and unique opportunities for building cohesive, high-performing teams. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to three of our trusted advisors—Kat Armstrong, Paco Ruiz-Maza, and Michelle Mion—who share their perspectives on…

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S5E3: What We Mean When We Talk About Luxury with David Arnold 40:34

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Few people know the luxury industry like David Arnold. With a career spanning Robb Report, Town & Country, and now his own strategic consultancy, David has seen the sector evolve from old-world elegance to today’s hyper-commercial, globalised stage. In conversation with Anant Sharma, he unpacks the tension between heritage and hype—from the decline…

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Selling Tours Through Guide Platforms: Advice, Trends, and Challenges 49:04

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Mitch Bach is joined by ToursByLocals CEO Lisa Chen and Sherif Abiza, Chief Community Officer of Withlocals. Together they discuss a recent incident of guide poaching amongst tour platforms, and talk about what trust and fairness looks like in our industry. Guide platforms operate differently than other OTAs like GetYourGuide, Viator or Klook, sinc…

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Sell More Tours through Partnerships (w/ Nicole Mahoney of Travel Alliance Partnership) 44:55

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Nicole Mahoney runs Travel Alliance Partnership, a small group of tour operators banding together to create more buying power with suppliers, resell each others' tours, and much much more. In this Tourpreneur episode Nicole talks with Mitch Bach about how powerful these kinds of B2B partnership models can be when it comes to growing your tour busin…

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S5E2: Lessons in Leadership, Luxury and The Bigger Picture with Celine Assimon 47:18

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Anant Sharma speaks with Celine Assimon, a seasoned luxury executive who has led brands like Cartier, Piaget, and De Beers London through both triumph and crisis. From navigating company bankruptcy to empowering teams across global markets, Celine shares the hard-won lessons of luxury leadership. Together, they explore what it really takes to build…

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Streamlining Your Customer & Team Communication Flows (w/ Ben Sann of Tour Optima) 50:26

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Benjamin Sann is the CEO of Tour Optima, a communications platform and white-labeled app solution that offers streamlined messaging between your business and your guests, guides, and internal team. Communication is everything. How are your guests receiving the itinerary and important updates? How are they being prompted to review and tip the guide …

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Leading with a North Star: Former Decathlon CEO Barbara Martin Coppola’s Blueprint for Bold Change 41:57

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Born in France almost 50 years ago, Decathlon has grown into the world’s largest sporting goods retailer with over 1,700 stores in more than 70 countries. On today’s episode of Redefiners, Simon Kingston is joined by our new co-host, Marla Oates, as they sit down with former CEO of Decathlon Barbara Martin Coppola. Barbara takes us through her glob…

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S5E1: What Makes a Brand a Home? With Adelina Wong Ettelson, Global Head of Residences Marketing at Mandarin Oriental 43:51

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Anant Sharma speaks with Adelina Wong Ettelson, Global Head of Residences Marketing at Mandarin Oriental, about the shifting expectations of today’s luxury homeowner—and what it takes to translate a world-renowned hospitality brand into meaningful, livable spaces. With experience across Dior, Shanghai Tang, and now leading one of the most respected…

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Building a Next-Generation Multi-Day Tour Brand through Community 1:08:40

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Katalina Mayorga is the powerhouse founder of El Camino Travel, a multi-day tour company reimagining the group trip experience for a new generation. But she's also much more than a tour operator. To sell her trips she's leaned heavily into community, creating a membership that serves not only as a customer base, but a space for likeminded 'bold wom…

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Cruising the Danube on a River Cruise in Europe 15:14

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Send us a text 159 - Discover why the Danube River is Europe's most captivating river cruise destination! Join hosts and travel experts Rob & Kerri Stuart as they share insider secrets from their third Danube River cruise experience, revealing the top 7 misconceptions about river cruising and why this incredible journey through 4 countries should b…

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S4E12: From Commodity to Community — The Value of Provenance, with Sarah Vachon of Citizens of Soil 45:33

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What does it take to transform one of the world’s oldest commodities into a force for good? In this episode of What The Luxe, host Fred Moore sits down with Sarah Vachon, founder and CEO of Citizens of Soil, to explore how her purpose-driven brand is shaking up the olive oil industry. Sarah shares the personal journey that led her from supporting f…

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GetYourGuide analyzed 3.1 Million Reviews. Here’s What Tour Operators Need to Know. 53:41

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We all know good reviews are important, but what deeper insights can reviews give us about our tour businesses, and our industry? To answer that, Anna Cashman, Head of B2B Brand & Insights for GetYourGuide, led an effort to analyze 3.1 million reviews with comments. Her team parsed the data to understand trends and takeaways for tour operators. She…

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Leadership Lounge: The Art of Succession: How to Identify Tomorrow's Leaders Today 21:52

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Identifying and developing the next generation of leadership talent is critically important. No decision will have a bigger impact on the performance of an organization and its enduring legacy. Yet, many leaders struggle with effective succession planning. In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to three of our trusted advisors—James Diggines…

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A Look at the New Airbnb Experiences Reboot 42:23

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Well, the new Airbnb 2025 Summer Release is upon us. The just hosted a big, splashy launch event for its reboot of Experiences, and also introduced Airbnb Services, featuring dozens of categories of new bookable offerings, from nail care to personal chefs. What does this mean for the future of Airbnb, for the tours & activities sector, and for Expe…

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The Transformational Power of Walking (w/ Joao of Walking Mentorship) 1:22:22

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Mitch Bach sat down with João Perre Viana, the founder of Walking Mentorship, to talk one thing we tour operators are all familiar with: walking. But not many of us design week-long trips where all you do is walk. Sometimes alone. Sometimes in a group. That's it. Beyond some shared meals and moments, there isn't much of a plan. Each group takes on …

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Music with a Mission: Former MTV International Chairman and CEO Bill Roedy on Leading with Purpose 48:37

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Many of us have heard the expression “doing good is good for business.” In this episode, Simon Kingston sits down with former MTV International Chairman and CEO Bill Roedy about how he put this concept into practice on a truly global scale. Bill takes us on his journey of how he redefined broadcast television, launching the most channels in televis…

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S4E11: Designing Beyond Trends: Maria Grachvogel on Durable Luxury 42:34

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In this episode, we sit down with Maria Grachvogel, the celebrated British fashion designer known for her distinctive approach to craft, creativity and conscious luxury. Maria shares her journey building a brand that has always prioritised artistic integrity, timeless design, and thoughtful production over fleeting trends. Spanning her early career…

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Connectivity Series: Multi-Day Tour Connectivity - Past, Present & Future 51:16

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Kelly Tompkins is the Founder & CPO of ReserveX, building software infrastructure that connects the components of our whole industry: Multi-Day tours, Day tours, Travel Advisors, OTAs, Meta-Search, and more. He's also been in the industry for a long, long time. Together with Tourpreneur host Peter Syme, Kelly talks about where the industry has been…

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S4E10: Owning the Horizon: Inside the World of Luxury Yachting with Anders Kurtén, CEO of Fraser 33:23

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of superyachts with Anders Kurtén, CEO of Fraser—the world's leading luxury yacht service provider. Anders shares why the core of yacht ownership isn't just about luxury—it’s about a human desire for freedom, adventure, and, simply, messing about in boats. Spanning Fraser’s evolution—from a post-w…

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Cruising the Douro River in Portgual 10:36

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Send us a text 158 - Join hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart as they unveil their most exciting travel opportunity yet - an exclusive full-ship charter on the brand new AmaSintra cruising Portugal's stunning Douro River Valley in July 2026 with the ship's Godmother! This UNESCO World Heritage site adventure marks Creating Magic Vacations' first-ever exclusiv…

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Leadership Lounge: How to Build Trust and Transform Executive Team Performance 17:17

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Today's senior executives operate in an environment where trust has never been more critical, or more fragile. According to the latest Edelman Trust Barometer, trust in business leaders is at an all-time low, with people's fear that business leaders are dishonest increasing by 12% in the last year. So, as a leader, how can you cultivate trust withi…

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S4E9: Soft Power, Cultural Capital & British Luxury with Helen Brocklebank, CEO of Walpole 47:23

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As CEO of Walpole, Helen Brocklebank leads the official body for British luxury, representing over 250 of the UK’s most iconic and innovative brands. In this episode, Helen shares her perspective on how craftsmanship, heritage and storytelling converge to create a form of ‘quantifiable soft power’ shaping how British culture is perceived around the…

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Connectivity Series: Demystifying APIs, and Why Tour Operators Should Care 47:25

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TP team members Mitch Bach and Peter Syme talk to Chris Mark, Head of Connectivity for GetYourGuide. As we continue our Connectivity Series, we're looking at the people building the plumbing that make our industry work. When you list your tour on GetYourGuide, you might not understand the way in which it gets shared on other platforms, and how it i…

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#28: Multistakeholder Recommender Systems with Robin Burke 1:35:07

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In episode 28 of Recsperts, I sit down with Robin Burke, professor of information science at the University of Colorado Boulder and a leading expert with over 30 years of experience in recommender systems. Together, we explore multistakeholder recommender systems, fairness, transparency, and the role of recommender systems in the age of evolving ge…

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The Only Certainty Is Change: Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman on AI, Innovation & Market Evolution 39:16

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When it comes to global financial markets, the only certainty is the likelihood of uncertainty and change. The world is in a period of transformation on multiple levels fueled by AI and technology innovation, shifting economic policies, and infrastructure modernization. At the foundation of all of this transformation is the unrelenting need for lon…

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S4E8: A Conversation with The Godfather of River Cruising, Rudi Schreiner 53:11

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In this episode, we sit down with Rudi Schreiner, Co-Founder, Co-Owner and President of AmaWaterways, to explore his extraordinary journey from adventurer to entrepreneur. Rudi shares how his early travels - from Afghanistan to the Amazon - shaped his passion for exploration and led to the creation of AmaWaterways, redefining luxury travel on river…

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Top 5 European River Cruises - Ultimate Guide to Luxury River Cruising 12:48

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Send us a text 157 - Discover Europe's most breathtaking waterways in this definitive guide to river cruising! Join hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart as they reveal their expert insights on the top 5 European rivers for unforgettable cruise experiences: The Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, and Rhône. Currently sailing the Danube themselves, the Stuarts share fi…

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Leadership Lounge: Boardroom Bound: How to Navigate Your Journey from Executive to Board Director 15:40

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Today's board directors operate in a complex business landscape, balancing strategic guidance, technological innovation, and heightened governance expectations. They must provide critical leadership while navigating rapid change and increasing stakeholder scrutiny. So, as an executive, do you have what it takes to thrive in a board role? And how ca…

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TP Exclusive: Chris Torres sells Tourism Marketing Agency (TMA) to the Trikon Group 32:06

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In this episode, Mitch Bach and Pete Syme interview fellow Tourpreneur partner Chris Torres, a seasoned marketing expert, who shares insights from his extensive career in the industry. Chris announces the sale of his business, discusses the evolving landscape of marketing, and emphasises the importance of storytelling and innovation in attracting c…

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S4E7: Honouring Heritage in The Electric Revolution with Seb Inglis-Jones, Co-Founder of Maeving 45:48

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In an exploration of innovation that honours tradition, we welcome one of the co-founders of Maeving, Seb Inglis-Jones to What The Luxe. Their journey from a shared concern about climate change to creating electric motorcycles that capture the soul of classic British design reveals the delicate art of evolution in the world of mobility. Seb navigat…

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#27: Recommender Systems at the BBC with Alessandro Piscopo and Duncan Walker 1:27:44

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In episode 27 of Recsperts, we meet Alessandro Piscopo, Lead Data Scientist in Personalization and Search, and Duncan Walker, Principal Data Scientist in the iPlayer Recommendations Team, both from the BBC. We discuss how the BBC personalizes recommendations across different offerings like news or video and audio content recommendations. We learn a…

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Airline Points and Booking Strategies 10:15

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Send us a text 156 - Planning your next adventure? Don't book a single flight until you hear hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart's game-changing airline strategies! In episode #156, these travel experts share insider tips from their extensive 2025 travel schedule including Europe, Alaska, Caribbean cruises, and more. Discover how to maximize your travel budge…

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Paws, Purpose & Profit: A Conversation with Pets at Home CEO Lyssa McGowan 48:09

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The global pet industry is expected to grow from $320 billion today to nearly $500 billion by 2030, as more pet parents treat their pets like their own children, often sparing no expense on their pets’ nutrition, health, and wellness. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, today’s episode features a conversation with Simon, Hoda and Lyssa McGow…

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Connectivity Series: Understanding How Travel Advisors work with Tour Operators 41:54

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As we continue our connectivity series, we look at the landscape of B2B sales for tour operators as it evolves thanks to new technology, connectivity, and companies changing how travel is sold. Evan Frank has been the CEO of a tour company (Context Travel), founder of a short-term rental pioneer (onefinestay), and is no co-founder of Fora Travel, l…

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Building A Multi-Generation Family Business | Tay Hsing Yang (HT GROUP) | The Asian Mavericks # 28 51:15

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