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Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers – Laura Jean

Consider Roam + Golightly your weekly pick-me-up filled with encouragement and insight to help you lead the adventurous, creative lifestyle you crave… even in the real world. Each week, Laura interviews explorers and artists to learn more about their approach to finding everyday inspiration and local adventure. No matter your location, no matter your experience, no matter your career, no matter your real world responsibilities… adventure is where your heart lies and creativity is beckoning. You in?

Latest Episodes:

BONUS EPISODE: The Feast Of Saint Pizza Lancaster Edition! Oct 05, 2017
It's the most wonderful tiiiiiime of the year! That's right. At this point, our annual Feast Of Saint Pizza is basically my favorite holiday. The idea is simple. Choose a city (large or small!), eat at ten of their best pizzerias, indulge in ample amounts of carbs unabashedly, compare our favorites and have a BLAST while doing so. It's basically a day filled with pizza... and what's not to love about that? This year, we hosted our day of pizza feasting in our very own favorite city of Lancaster! Hear the details of our favorite slices on the podcast as well as our accompanying blog post!
CHECK OUT THE FEAST OF ST. PIZZA LANCASTER BLOG POST! READ CAKE OVER STEAK'S BLOG POST ON FoSP: LANCASTER
Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

BONUS EPISODE: The Feast Of Saint Pizza Lancaster Edition! Oct 05, 2017
It's the most wonderful tiiiiiime of the year! That's right. At this point, our annual Feast Of Saint Pizza is basically my favorite holiday. The idea is simple. Choose a city (large or small!), eat at ten of their best pizzerias, indulge in ample amounts of carbs unabashedly, compare our favorites and have a BLAST while doing so. It's basically a day filled with pizza... and what's not to love about that? This year, we hosted our day of pizza feasting in our very own favorite city of Lancaster! Hear the details of our favorite slices on the podcast as well as our accompanying blog post!
CHECK OUT THE FEAST OF ST. PIZZA LANCASTER BLOG POST! READ CAKE OVER STEAK'S BLOG POST ON FoSP: LANCASTER
Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

Minisode: WHERE WE'RE OFF TO THIS SUMMER & What I've Learned This Season Of The Podcast Mar 06, 2017
To wrap up our last episode of Season 2 (oh man, say it ain't so), I'm sharing exactly where Luke and I are galavanting off to this summer, as well as what I've learned in the last six months making the podcast. As many of you guys know, I've been teasing the idea of sharing our upcoming adventures with you for FAR too long. Well now it's time! Any guesses? Listen in and find out! Hear why and how we determined to go to our destinations and what we're looking forward to most, as well as how we're getting ourselves prepped for our upcoming trips by researching their cultural histories, watching movies and reading books. I'm also sharing what's next with the podcast and what exactly I'll be up to between now and Season 3!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Wrapping up Season 2 and the accomplishments we've had since starting in August!
What I've personally learned this season, including connecting with YOU, our awesome listeners and deepening my roots with creatives here in Lancaster
Drum roll please... WHERE WE'RE OFF TO THIS SUMMER! (You'll just have to listen to find out)
Why and how we determined to go to our destinations and what we're looking forward to most
Getting excited for our upcoming trips by researching their cultural histories, watching movies and reading books
What's next with the podcast (including our Feast Of St. Pizza podcasts, and on the road episodes while we're abroad)
Exactly what I'll be up to creatively in between seasons and why I enjoy stepping away from the microphone for a bit
How we can stay connected between now and Season 3
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Korea: The Impossible Country
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: WHERE WE'RE OFF TO THIS SUMMER & What I've Learned This Season Of The Podcast Mar 06, 2017
To wrap up our last episode of Season 2 (oh man, say it ain't so), I'm sharing exactly where Luke and I are galavanting off to this summer, as well as what I've learned in the last six months making the podcast. As many of you guys know, I've been teasing the idea of sharing our upcoming adventures with you for FAR too long. Well now it's time! Any guesses? Listen in and find out! Hear why and how we determined to go to our destinations and what we're looking forward to most, as well as how we're getting ourselves prepped for our upcoming trips by researching their cultural histories, watching movies and reading books. I'm also sharing what's next with the podcast and what exactly I'll be up to between now and Season 3!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Wrapping up Season 2 and the accomplishments we've had since starting in August!
What I've personally learned this season, including connecting with YOU, our awesome listeners and deepening my roots with creatives here in Lancaster
Drum roll please... WHERE WE'RE OFF TO THIS SUMMER! (You'll just have to listen to find out)
Why and how we determined to go to our destinations and what we're looking forward to most
Getting excited for our upcoming trips by researching their cultural histories, watching movies and reading books
What's next with the podcast (including our Feast Of St. Pizza podcasts, and on the road episodes while we're abroad)
Exactly what I'll be up to creatively in between seasons and why I enjoy stepping away from the microphone for a bit
How we can stay connected between now and Season 3
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Korea: The Impossible Country
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Keep Exploring On "Adventure: Large & Small" Feb 27, 2017
Keep Exploring is your new reason to break your routine, to skip class, to see the world, to take a hike, to sleep outside, to take the long way, to stay up late... and so, so much more. What started as a Facebook message sent between two friends before a road trip out west is now one of our favorite brands hellbent on encouraging adventure large and small around the globe. Keep Exploring's creators Brett and Alex are here on the podcast today to talk about their company's beginnings, the meaning behind their iconic big, red flag, and their insight on what it means to be adventurous. Get ready guys, because these two are about to dose up some serious inspo for anyone needing a little mix up in their daily life or hungry for an adventure. Join us!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Introducing Brett & Alex, the creators of Keep Exploring and their specific jobs with their small business
The learning curves involved in running a business when both business owners tend to be "right brained"
The origins of Keep Exploring and the concept that came to fruition with their iconic flag design (and deciding not to spray pain their tagline)
Sewing together the first flag by hand on the floor of their apartment and the hilarity that ensued
How bringing their first flag on the road motivated the two of them to stop and seek sights more regularly to capture their adventures with the red flag in tow
The heart of Keep Exploring's mission: encouraging adventure everywhere, no matter how picturesque or ordinary... there's always something to explore
Adventure as a perspective, not as a destination
Their most meaningful explorations and the lessons they've learned from them
Celebrating the flag's touching down on all seven continents (including Antarctica!)
The fun of seeing the community explore all around the world, using it as a tool to capture adventures large and small
Alex & Brett's advice for something looking for more adventure and exploration in their life
What's next for Keep Exploring, including some exciting collaborations with other brands
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Keep Exploring sponsorships
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Keep Exploring's Website & Shop
Keep Exploring's Instagram (@keepexploring)
Keep Exploring's Blog
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Keep Exploring On "Adventure: Large & Small" Feb 27, 2017
Keep Exploring is your new reason to break your routine, to skip class, to see the world, to take a hike, to sleep outside, to take the long way, to stay up late... and so, so much more. What started as a Facebook message sent between two friends before a road trip out west is now one of our favorite brands hellbent on encouraging adventure large and small around the globe. Keep Exploring's creators Brett and Alex are here on the podcast today to talk about their company's beginnings, the meaning behind their iconic big, red flag, and their insight on what it means to be adventurous. Get ready guys, because these two are about to dose up some serious inspo for anyone needing a little mix up in their daily life or hungry for an adventure. Join us!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Introducing Brett & Alex, the creators of Keep Exploring and their specific jobs with their small business
The learning curves involved in running a business when both business owners tend to be "right brained"
The origins of Keep Exploring and the concept that came to fruition with their iconic flag design (and deciding not to spray pain their tagline)
Sewing together the first flag by hand on the floor of their apartment and the hilarity that ensued
How bringing their first flag on the road motivated the two of them to stop and seek sights more regularly to capture their adventures with the red flag in tow
The heart of Keep Exploring's mission: encouraging adventure everywhere, no matter how picturesque or ordinary... there's always something to explore
Adventure as a perspective, not as a destination
Their most meaningful explorations and the lessons they've learned from them
Celebrating the flag's touching down on all seven continents (including Antarctica!)
The fun of seeing the community explore all around the world, using it as a tool to capture adventures large and small
Alex & Brett's advice for something looking for more adventure and exploration in their life
What's next for Keep Exploring, including some exciting collaborations with other brands
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Keep Exploring sponsorships
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Keep Exploring's Website & Shop
Keep Exploring's Instagram (@keepexploring)
Keep Exploring's Blog
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Sara & Robert Cornelius On "Love & Marriage (& Comparing Creative Processes)" Feb 20, 2017
You guys, come meet your two new favorite people! Today, you get to meet my friends Sara & Robert Cornelius. These two used to live right down the block from Luke and I, and let me tell you, they're two of my favorite people I've met in my adult life. As a married couple pursuing two different creative passions; Robert, a photographer and "Photoshop wizard" (no, but seriously) and Sara, creator of Cake Over Steak, an illustrated food blog... these two know what it's like to support each other through the highs and lows in life and in creativity too. Come hang out with us as we gab about their very opposing methods of creating content, what's inspiring them lately (including a ton of fun cookbook shoutouts), and hear us talk about all things fun, creative and adventurous. You've just met your new best friends. You're welcome!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

A brief introduction to the Corneliuses: Robert, a photographer and Photoshop Wizard, and Sara, a gravestone etcher by day and food blogger and illustrator by night
How they met and fell in love... hooray for online dating and friendly stalking each other!
Supporting each other in their side-hussles
The perks of dating another creative, including having each other to use as a soundboard, tapping into each other's artistic strengths when needed, and having a mutual understanding of when it's time to work
What they identify as each other's creative strength: Sara's organization and systematic, big picture planning and Robert's excitement for his projects and ability to dive-deep into his creative ideas
Robert's experience planning and attending photography meet-ups around the country, and his process when creating his images
Sara's strategic method for leaving space open in her editorial calendar for what sparks her imagination, while maintaining a fully booked 2017 blog plan
Explaining The Feast Of Saint Pizza (see our posts here, and Sara's here)
What's inspiring Sara & Robert lately, including their favorite photographers, cookbook season, Molly Yeh, Flickr
Connecting with other creatives online and their tips on finding inspiring makers on the vast world wide web
Sara's thoughts on the blogging industry's future
Their go-to activities when in need of inspiration
RESOURCES MENTIONED

Robert photo: The Fate Sisters
Cake Over Steak's "Things I'm Loving" Series
Wit & Vinegar's Popsicle Week, !Hola Jalapeno!'s Margarita Week
Sara's Top 3 Recommended Blog Posts: "The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe," "Mini Golden Cake With Chocolate Filling And A Hazel Buttercream," and "The Feast Of Saint Pizza" posts Lebanon and Philadelphia edition
Molly Yeh's "Molly On The Range"
Katie Watersell (@katiewatersell_art)
500 px
Flickr
Elizabeth Gilbert's "Big Magic"
My Favorite Murder Podcast
Ziza Bauer's Podcast Episode
"Tasting Rome: Fresh Flavors & Forgotten Recipes From An Ancient City"
"Florentine: The True Cuisine Of Florence"

CONNECT WITH US HERE
Sara's Blog Cake Over Steak
Sara's Instagram (@sara_cornelius_)
Sara's Society 6 Shop
Cake Over Steak's Facebook
Robert's Blog
Robert's Instagram (@robertcorneliusphotography)
Robert's Twitter (@rcorneliusphoto)
Robert's Facebook
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Sara & Robert Cornelius On "Love & Marriage (& Comparing Creative Processes)" Feb 20, 2017
You guys, come meet your two new favorite people! Today, you get to meet my friends Sara & Robert Cornelius. These two used to live right down the block from Luke and I, and let me tell you, they're two of my favorite people I've met in my adult life. As a married couple pursuing two different creative passions; Robert, a photographer and "Photoshop wizard" (no, but seriously) and Sara, creator of Cake Over Steak, an illustrated food blog... these two know what it's like to support each other through the highs and lows in life and in creativity too. Come hang out with us as we gab about their very opposing methods of creating content, what's inspiring them lately (including a ton of fun cookbook shoutouts), and hear us talk about all things fun, creative and adventurous. You've just met your new best friends. You're welcome!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

A brief introduction to the Corneliuses: Robert, a photographer and Photoshop Wizard, and Sara, a gravestone etcher by day and food blogger and illustrator by night
How they met and fell in love... hooray for online dating and friendly stalking each other!
Supporting each other in their side-hussles
The perks of dating another creative, including having each other to use as a soundboard, tapping into each other's artistic strengths when needed, and having a mutual understanding of when it's time to work
What they identify as each other's creative strength: Sara's organization and systematic, big picture planning and Robert's excitement for his projects and ability to dive-deep into his creative ideas
Robert's experience planning and attending photography meet-ups around the country, and his process when creating his images
Sara's strategic method for leaving space open in her editorial calendar for what sparks her imagination, while maintaining a fully booked 2017 blog plan
Explaining The Feast Of Saint Pizza (see our posts here, and Sara's here)
What's inspiring Sara & Robert lately, including their favorite photographers, cookbook season, Molly Yeh, Flickr
Connecting with other creatives online and their tips on finding inspiring makers on the vast world wide web
Sara's thoughts on the blogging industry's future
Their go-to activities when in need of inspiration
RESOURCES MENTIONED

Robert photo: The Fate Sisters
Cake Over Steak's "Things I'm Loving" Series
Wit & Vinegar's Popsicle Week, !Hola Jalapeno!'s Margarita Week
Sara's Top 3 Recommended Blog Posts: "The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe," "Mini Golden Cake With Chocolate Filling And A Hazel Buttercream," and "The Feast Of Saint Pizza" posts Lebanon and Philadelphia edition
Molly Yeh's "Molly On The Range"
Katie Watersell (@katiewatersell_art)
500 px
Flickr
Elizabeth Gilbert's "Big Magic"
My Favorite Murder Podcast
Ziza Bauer's Podcast Episode
"Tasting Rome: Fresh Flavors & Forgotten Recipes From An Ancient City"
"Florentine: The True Cuisine Of Florence"

CONNECT WITH US HERE
Sara's Blog Cake Over Steak
Sara's Instagram (@sara_cornelius_)
Sara's Society 6 Shop
Cake Over Steak's Facebook
Robert's Blog
Robert's Instagram (@robertcorneliusphotography)
Robert's Twitter (@rcorneliusphoto)
Robert's Facebook
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Belong Magazine's Brooke Saxon-Spencer On "Making A Life-Giving Creative Community" Feb 13, 2017
Friends, happy Monday! The internet can be a crazy, vast place for a creative to find a home... and that's why I'm so pleased to have Brooke Saxon-Spencer, the creator of Belong Magazine on the podcast today. Belong Magazine is all about celebrating the art and the community of social media, entrepreneurship and blogging while helping women navigate the web in life-giving ways. I mean... talk about a Godsend! The encouraging and empowering community that Brooke has created with Belong is one of my favorite things this year and I'm so excited to chat with her about the magazine's beginnings, the community she's created and the ins and outs of being an editor of a independently run magazine. Get ready... this one's a goodie!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Brooke's previous experience working in the health care world before diving headfirst into magazine editorial
How reflecting on her desire to find an online space to thrive, encourage and support lead her to landing on the idea of Belong Magazine
Belong's origins in creating content for blogging (including the surprising twist on it's name I'd never realized before!)
Utilizing Belong's Facebook group as a sound board to share anything from the "stupid questions" to the small victories and everything in between
The tips and resource she'd give for anyone hunting for their own creative support system
What's next for Belong Magazine
Brooke's tips for anyone pursuing a creative passion outside of their 9-5 job, and why staying in touch with your needs, schedule and creative desires is key
The ins and outs of what Brooke's reality of organizing an editorial magazine, with an in-depth look at her process behind each issue
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Belong Magazine's Facebook Group The Belong Collective
Belong Magazine's Resource Guidebook
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Belong Magazine
Belong Magazine's Instagram (@belongmag)
Belong Magazine's Twitter (@belongmag)
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)
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Belong Magazine's Brooke Saxon-Spencer On "Making A Life-Giving Creative Community" Feb 13, 2017
Friends, happy Monday! The internet can be a crazy, vast place for a creative to find a home... and that's why I'm so pleased to have Brooke Saxon-Spencer, the creator of Belong Magazine on the podcast today. Belong Magazine is all about celebrating the art and the community of social media, entrepreneurship and blogging while helping women navigate the web in life-giving ways. I mean... talk about a Godsend! The encouraging and empowering community that Brooke has created with Belong is one of my favorite things this year and I'm so excited to chat with her about the magazine's beginnings, the community she's created and the ins and outs of being an editor of a independently run magazine. Get ready... this one's a goodie!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Brooke's previous experience working in the health care world before diving headfirst into magazine editorial
How reflecting on her desire to find an online space to thrive, encourage and support lead her to landing on the idea of Belong Magazine
Belong's origins in creating content for blogging (including the surprising twist on it's name I'd never realized before!)
Utilizing Belong's Facebook group as a sound board to share anything from the "stupid questions" to the small victories and everything in between
The tips and resource she'd give for anyone hunting for their own creative support system
What's next for Belong Magazine
Brooke's tips for anyone pursuing a creative passion outside of their 9-5 job, and why staying in touch with your needs, schedule and creative desires is key
The ins and outs of what Brooke's reality of organizing an editorial magazine, with an in-depth look at her process behind each issue
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Belong Magazine's Facebook Group The Belong Collective
Belong Magazine's Resource Guidebook
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Belong Magazine
Belong Magazine's Instagram (@belongmag)
Belong Magazine's Twitter (@belongmag)
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)
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Worries On "Beginnings & Songwriting" Feb 06, 2017
Today I'm sitting down to talk face to face with one of my favorite bands, Worries! After meeting John and Billy in college and spending many late nights at their gigs and playing their albums endlessly on road trips, I knew that I wanted to feature these guys in one of our Local Minisodes. Worries' music is so incredible; it's punchy yet simple and plays with silence and man, do they guys play with heart... and selfishly I'm so excited that could finally have the chance to hear about their process when songwriting. Together we talk about their eighth year long friendship in bands and out, what they've learned from touring and playing so many shows, what it's like to collaborate on song making and what's next for them. If you're in a band or a music lover you'll love this one!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Introducing Worries band members John Paul Decker and Billy Gartrell
Worries' beginnings and its shocking original name (and what inspired them to change it!)
Playing music together for 8 years and how they've managed to adapt and change to suit their taste
John and Billy's friendship, how they both landed at the same college and decided to begin playing together again
What inspired the content for their first album
The process of collaborating on writing music and how John, Billy and Luke structure their practice time
Discussing the ephemeral nature of songwriting
The song they are most proud of and the song they have the most fun performing
How they keep it fresh when touring and performing multiple gigs
The bands that inspired them early on
John's video production company Old Bear and how his love for his music community in Lancaster inspired him to record personal, intimate sessions with artists
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Billy & John's YouTube famous friend- Frank P
Lebanon Valley College
Jack McCarthy
The Mellowells
Oh Great Mississippi
The Menzingers
Old Bear Productions (check out Luke and I's performance here!)
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Worries Albums On Itunes: Houses, Gardens and Weeds
Worries Instagram
Worries Twitter
Old Bear Productions YouTube Channel
Old Bear Productions Website
Billy's Instagram
John Paul Decker's Instagram
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Worries On "Beginnings & Songwriting" Feb 06, 2017
Today I'm sitting down to talk face to face with one of my favorite bands, Worries! After meeting John and Billy in college and spending many late nights at their gigs and playing their albums endlessly on road trips, I knew that I wanted to feature these guys in one of our Local Minisodes. Worries' music is so incredible; it's punchy yet simple and plays with silence and man, do they guys play with heart... and selfishly I'm so excited that could finally have the chance to hear about their process when songwriting. Together we talk about their eighth year long friendship in bands and out, what they've learned from touring and playing so many shows, what it's like to collaborate on song making and what's next for them. If you're in a band or a music lover you'll love this one!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Introducing Worries band members John Paul Decker and Billy Gartrell
Worries' beginnings and its shocking original name (and what inspired them to change it!)
Playing music together for 8 years and how they've managed to adapt and change to suit their taste
John and Billy's friendship, how they both landed at the same college and decided to begin playing together again
What inspired the content for their first album
The process of collaborating on writing music and how John, Billy and Luke structure their practice time
Discussing the ephemeral nature of songwriting
The song they are most proud of and the song they have the most fun performing
How they keep it fresh when touring and performing multiple gigs
The bands that inspired them early on
John's video production company Old Bear and how his love for his music community in Lancaster inspired him to record personal, intimate sessions with artists
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Billy & John's YouTube famous friend- Frank P
Lebanon Valley College
Jack McCarthy
The Mellowells
Oh Great Mississippi
The Menzingers
Old Bear Productions (check out Luke and I's performance here!)
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Worries Albums On Itunes: Houses, Gardens and Weeds
Worries Instagram
Worries Twitter
Old Bear Productions YouTube Channel
Old Bear Productions Website
Billy's Instagram
John Paul Decker's Instagram
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Dame Traveler's Nastasia Yakoub On "Wanderlust & Empowering Female Explorers" Jan 23, 2017

Pre-order Dame Traveler’s book “Dame Traveler: Live The Spirit Of Adventure” here!

Megan Auman On "Craving Beauty & Bringing The World Into Your Home" Jan 16, 2017
It's a small world, after all! Today I'm chatting it up with jewelry designer, metalsmith, educator and entrepreneur Megan Auman. After discovering Megan's strikingly gorgeous jewelry on Instagram, I just knew we'd be a match made in heaven on the podcast. Turns out, she also happens to live right in my own neck of the woods in Pennsylvania! Crazy right? We discuss her love for all things India, challenging herself finding the world in our own neck of the woods, and her desire to surround herself with gorgeous things for the sake her own sake of being a super visual learner. This episode is great for anyone needing a quick pick me up in a midwinter, hibernation slump!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Why Megan designs jewelry that is "bold enough to make a statement but easy enough to wear everyday"
Her interest in educating entrepreneurs through her experience teaching in higher education and being a professor of metal smithing
The importance of pursuing curiosities through education and the endless online possibilities to learn through courses online, and Megan's recommendations
Megan's history in the arts through her mother's painting and her father's machine shop, and how metal smithing and jewelry making is the perfect blend between her two parent's passions
Her creative process and the realities of needing to be fiercely protective of her studio time
Focusing on her newest collection using opals from India and how her discovery of these stones immediately inspired her
Falling in love with Indian culture through attending a workshop in Jaipur, the world's leading gem stone market
Craving beautiful things and how being a visual learner and surrounding herself with visually stimulating and inspiring textiles, images and museums keeps her creatively on her toes
Challenging herself to find India in her own neck of the woods through shopping for tastes, fabric, colors and Pinterest boards that influence her designs
How allowing herself to live life like she did in India through absorbing experiences without screens when traveling around the US keeps her observant and fresh in her daily life
Where Megan is wanderlusting to go next and her favorite local hidden gem
RESOURCES MENTIONED
CreativeLive, a live free streaming process to learn creative arts
Harrisburg Area Community College (or HACC)
Richie Ace Camps
Metropolitan Museum Of Art
ABC Home, New York
Homegoods
Sage Living
Vice Land, States Of Undress
Swatara State Park
Reading Museum
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Megan's Website
Megan's Store
Megan's Instagram (@meganauman)
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Megan Auman On "Craving Beauty & Bringing The World Into Your Home" Jan 16, 2017
It's a small world, after all! Today I'm chatting it up with jewelry designer, metalsmith, educator and entrepreneur Megan Auman. After discovering Megan's strikingly gorgeous jewelry on Instagram, I just knew we'd be a match made in heaven on the podcast. Turns out, she also happens to live right in my own neck of the woods in Pennsylvania! Crazy right? We discuss her love for all things India, challenging herself finding the world in our own neck of the woods, and her desire to surround herself with gorgeous things for the sake her own sake of being a super visual learner. This episode is great for anyone needing a quick pick me up in a midwinter, hibernation slump!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Why Megan designs jewelry that is "bold enough to make a statement but easy enough to wear everyday"
Her interest in educating entrepreneurs through her experience teaching in higher education and being a professor of metal smithing
The importance of pursuing curiosities through education and the endless online possibilities to learn through courses online, and Megan's recommendations
Megan's history in the arts through her mother's painting and her father's machine shop, and how metal smithing and jewelry making is the perfect blend between her two parent's passions
Her creative process and the realities of needing to be fiercely protective of her studio time
Focusing on her newest collection using opals from India and how her discovery of these stones immediately inspired her
Falling in love with Indian culture through attending a workshop in Jaipur, the world's leading gem stone market
Craving beautiful things and how being a visual learner and surrounding herself with visually stimulating and inspiring textiles, images and museums keeps her creatively on her toes
Challenging herself to find India in her own neck of the woods through shopping for tastes, fabric, colors and Pinterest boards that influence her designs
How allowing herself to live life like she did in India through absorbing experiences without screens when traveling around the US keeps her observant and fresh in her daily life
Where Megan is wanderlusting to go next and her favorite local hidden gem
RESOURCES MENTIONED
CreativeLive, a live free streaming process to learn creative arts
Harrisburg Area Community College (or HACC)
Richie Ace Camps
Metropolitan Museum Of Art
ABC Home, New York
Homegoods
Sage Living
Vice Land, States Of Undress
Swatara State Park
Reading Museum
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Megan's Website
Megan's Store
Megan's Instagram (@meganauman)
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: 2017 Goals & Why "Nourish" Is My New Favorite Word Jan 09, 2017
New year, new me. Well... not really! Today on the podcast, I'm baring it all and sharing with you what my goals are for the new year, including the business and personal nitty gritty stuff. Hear why I'm choosing the word "nourish" to focus my efforts in 2017 and just how I'm planning on bringing that nurturing spirit into fruition. Motivated? Absolutely. A little scared to bare it all with you guys? Totally. Keep me accountable and get excited, shall we?!

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TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Catching up from the change of the new year
My once, anti-love for new years resolution and why I'm choosing a word for the year as opposed to a goal or daily habit change
Why "BOLD" was my word last year and how the podcast, course and the Roam + Golightly community were created as an extension of this practice
My word of the year for 2017.... *drum roll please*... "NOURISH"
How I plan on nourishing community through creating new, meaningful content for the R+G community, including: creating a physical product for everyday adventures, refreshing the homepage so that it delights my constantly flip-flopping tastes and adapting Creative Coffee Break for email subscribers
Cherishing my personal relationships in family and friendship that have flourished
Self care and how I plan on nurturing my mind and mental health with 1 hour a week learning a skill through online resources and allowing myself to take more mental health days
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Being Boss Podcast
Tone It Up
Skillshare
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: 2017 Goals & Why "Nourish" Is My New Favorite Word Jan 09, 2017
New year, new me. Well... not really! Today on the podcast, I'm baring it all and sharing with you what my goals are for the new year, including the business and personal nitty gritty stuff. Hear why I'm choosing the word "nourish" to focus my efforts in 2017 and just how I'm planning on bringing that nurturing spirit into fruition. Motivated? Absolutely. A little scared to bare it all with you guys? Totally. Keep me accountable and get excited, shall we?!

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EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Catching up from the change of the new year
My once, anti-love for new years resolution and why I'm choosing a word for the year as opposed to a goal or daily habit change
Why "BOLD" was my word last year and how the podcast, course and the Roam + Golightly community were created as an extension of this practice
My word of the year for 2017.... *drum roll please*... "NOURISH"
How I plan on nourishing community through creating new, meaningful content for the R+G community, including: creating a physical product for everyday adventures, refreshing the homepage so that it delights my constantly flip-flopping tastes and adapting Creative Coffee Break for email subscribers
Cherishing my personal relationships in family and friendship that have flourished
Self care and how I plan on nurturing my mind and mental health with 1 hour a week learning a skill through online resources and allowing myself to take more mental health days
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Being Boss Podcast
Tone It Up
Skillshare
CONNECT WITH US HERE
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Local Milk's Beth Kirby On "The Magic Of Cooking & Slow Living" Dec 19, 2016
All kinds of magic is in store as I sit down to chat with Local Milk's very own Beth Kirby about slow living, her pantry of inspiring flavors from around the world and her new venture into hosting retreats around the globe! As a freelance stylist, photographer, recipe developer, curator of rich experiences, traveler of the world and downright wonderful writer, Beth's blog is a conglomeration of seasonal recipes, simple gatherings, reflections of quiet living and a slow, intentional approach to life and creativity. Besides winning Saveur's Sites We Love & Saveur's Reader's & Editor's choice in Best Food Blog, Beth's work has been featured in everything from Food & Wine Magazine, Kinfolk Magazine, Food 52 and more... and today we're honored to have her speak with us on the podcast!

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TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Beth's exciting new ventures in marriage and motherhood
Local Milk's origins and how she organically found her focus through her love of cooking, despite all odds in her young life
How the blog got its name, through a metaphor "local: being present" and "milk: nourishment and sustenance"
Her relationship to the art of cooking, her history of loving to eat to being self taught in her teenage years living in New Orleans
Beth's creative cooking process and how she sources inspiration... including keeping a page of notes dedicated to inspiring flavors she's tasted while traveling
The particular flavors she's drawn to right now, in this season
How Beth chooses the location and menu for her workshops and retreats through finding inspiring locations and un-tapped countries and connecting with her network
Beth's definition of slow living... creating balance by slowing down to enjoy life with friends and family and also the time and effort it takes to produce great and meaningful results
Taking time to be quiet and still in order to find discipline and beautiful experiences
Slow travel and creating the non-typical tourist moments through connecting with locals, creating downtime to breathe and handpick meaningful experiences unlike those found in a guidebook
Beth's advice for finding inspiration through the art of cooking
A look inside Beth's history in being a self taught food stylist and photographer, and her process through experimentation and vacillating between the many styles she loves
Being Japanophiles and how the landscape, the food culture and their love of imperfect beauty, shadow and light and brokenness and wholeness completely enthralls her
Her Japanese pantry of inspiring flavors for anyone wanting a taste of Japan in their own home
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
EverNote
AirBnb
Her favorite picks for new readers: Buttermilk Biscuits & Homemade Marshmallows, Saison Steamed Mussels w/ Lemons & Saffron
Haruka Sakaguchi, creator of The Denizen Co.
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Local Milk Blog
Local Milk Retreats Website
Beth's Instagram (@local_milk)
Beth's Pinterest
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Local Milk's Beth Kirby On "The Magic Of Cooking & Slow Living" Dec 19, 2016
All kinds of magic is in store as I sit down to chat with Local Milk's very own Beth Kirby about slow living, her pantry of inspiring flavors from around the world and her new venture into hosting retreats around the globe! As a freelance stylist, photographer, recipe developer, curator of rich experiences, traveler of the world and downright wonderful writer, Beth's blog is a conglomeration of seasonal recipes, simple gatherings, reflections of quiet living and a slow, intentional approach to life and creativity. Besides winning Saveur's Sites We Love & Saveur's Reader's & Editor's choice in Best Food Blog, Beth's work has been featured in everything from Food & Wine Magazine, Kinfolk Magazine, Food 52 and more... and today we're honored to have her speak with us on the podcast!

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TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Beth's exciting new ventures in marriage and motherhood
Local Milk's origins and how she organically found her focus through her love of cooking, despite all odds in her young life
How the blog got its name, through a metaphor "local: being present" and "milk: nourishment and sustenance"
Her relationship to the art of cooking, her history of loving to eat to being self taught in her teenage years living in New Orleans
Beth's creative cooking process and how she sources inspiration... including keeping a page of notes dedicated to inspiring flavors she's tasted while traveling
The particular flavors she's drawn to right now, in this season
How Beth chooses the location and menu for her workshops and retreats through finding inspiring locations and un-tapped countries and connecting with her network
Beth's definition of slow living... creating balance by slowing down to enjoy life with friends and family and also the time and effort it takes to produce great and meaningful results
Taking time to be quiet and still in order to find discipline and beautiful experiences
Slow travel and creating the non-typical tourist moments through connecting with locals, creating downtime to breathe and handpick meaningful experiences unlike those found in a guidebook
Beth's advice for finding inspiration through the art of cooking
A look inside Beth's history in being a self taught food stylist and photographer, and her process through experimentation and vacillating between the many styles she loves
Being Japanophiles and how the landscape, the food culture and their love of imperfect beauty, shadow and light and brokenness and wholeness completely enthralls her
Her Japanese pantry of inspiring flavors for anyone wanting a taste of Japan in their own home
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
EverNote
AirBnb
Her favorite picks for new readers: Buttermilk Biscuits & Homemade Marshmallows, Saison Steamed Mussels w/ Lemons & Saffron
Haruka Sakaguchi, creator of The Denizen Co.
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Local Milk Blog
Local Milk Retreats Website
Beth's Instagram (@local_milk)
Beth's Pinterest
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Bri Lamkin On "Being Your Own Kind Of Artist" Dec 12, 2016
Come hang out with me as I chat with Bri Lamkin, a photographer and singer songwriter turned collage artist who's smart and minimalist-vintage pieces are guaranteed to get your gears turning. Together we're talking about her creative beginnings, her process in composing unique stories through her art, what's inspiring her lately and how allowing herself to be her own type of artist has freed her inspiration.

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TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Her start dabbling into creativity with photography and how she stumbled upon collage through a sketchbook/collagebook activity with friends
Sketchbook has a unique reflection for each artists
Bri's mother's background in film photography and how observing her make film portraits inspired her to start doing photo shoots with friends and eventually take classes
Knowing her strengths and weaknesses and how finding creative outlets that allow her to play with her strengths
Her process in creating collage, sometimes structured and intentionally thought out and other times completely swept away by pieces she finds
Searching for the perfect images in collage and the internal battle to compromise vs. not compromise
The resources Bri sources for creating her collages (listed below) and her love for hunting around estate sales for vintage magazines
Vintage color and design and how estate sales fuels her inspiration
Bri's desire to make people laugh and see the irony in her pieces
Her collage class and how being in a motivating place to share work and be prompted to create keeps her inspired and refreshed
Bri's other creative venture with singing and songwriting
Collaborating with her sisters on performing songs she's written
Her advice for anyone wishing to try a new art form: allow yourself to be your own artist
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Bri's Collage Book Issue 01 (sold out!)
Craigslist for Vintage Magazine: Better Homes & Gardens Magazine, Life Magazine, American Home Magazine
Bri's musical interests right now: Regina Spektor, Bon Iver, Sucre, Beyonce, Kanye West
CONNECT WITH US HERE

Bri's Instagram (@brilamkin)
Bri's Website & Collage Portfolio
Bri's Shop
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Bri Lamkin On "Being Your Own Kind Of Artist" Dec 12, 2016
Come hang out with me as I chat with Bri Lamkin, a photographer and singer songwriter turned collage artist who's smart and minimalist-vintage pieces are guaranteed to get your gears turning. Together we're talking about her creative beginnings, her process in composing unique stories through her art, what's inspiring her lately and how allowing herself to be her own type of artist has freed her inspiration.

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EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS (LIKE YOURSELF) TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Her start dabbling into creativity with photography and how she stumbled upon collage through a sketchbook/collagebook activity with friends
Sketchbook has a unique reflection for each artists
Bri's mother's background in film photography and how observing her make film portraits inspired her to start doing photo shoots with friends and eventually take classes
Knowing her strengths and weaknesses and how finding creative outlets that allow her to play with her strengths
Her process in creating collage, sometimes structured and intentionally thought out and other times completely swept away by pieces she finds
Searching for the perfect images in collage and the internal battle to compromise vs. not compromise
The resources Bri sources for creating her collages (listed below) and her love for hunting around estate sales for vintage magazines
Vintage color and design and how estate sales fuels her inspiration
Bri's desire to make people laugh and see the irony in her pieces
Her collage class and how being in a motivating place to share work and be prompted to create keeps her inspired and refreshed
Bri's other creative venture with singing and songwriting
Collaborating with her sisters on performing songs she's written
Her advice for anyone wishing to try a new art form: allow yourself to be your own artist
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Bri's Collage Book Issue 01 (sold out!)
Craigslist for Vintage Magazine: Better Homes & Gardens Magazine, Life Magazine, American Home Magazine
Bri's musical interests right now: Regina Spektor, Bon Iver, Sucre, Beyonce, Kanye West
CONNECT WITH US HERE

Bri's Instagram (@brilamkin)
Bri's Website & Collage Portfolio
Bri's Shop
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Liz & Jeff Frandsen On "Continuously Dreaming" - Local Hangout Session! Dec 05, 2016
Happy Monday! Meet Jeff & Liz Frandsen, who are what I have coined #creativecouplegoals. Both are multifaceted masters of their craft, from Liz's beautiful fashion brand Liz Riden and Jeff's gamut of creative ventures, including hand lettering, photography, design and more. These two support each other in life and in their creative businesses, and I just know you'll fall in love with them (and maybe their daughter Emme too). Not to mention, they also happen to be located right here in my town of Lancaster! Yep, that's right. Today, we're sharing the first episode of our local hang out sessions that we'll be scattering within this season... so come hang out with us and get your daily dose of inspiration from these two cool creatives I'm proud to call friends!

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EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

How Liz & Jeff met and their multifaceted backgrounds in creativity
Jeff's "Swiss Army Knife" approach to creativity and how he approaches sharing all that he does as a wedding photographer, hand letterer, app designer, web designer, business owner, professor and more
Liz's background in fashion and design and her desire to create beautiful, timeless and minimal leather goods that will stand the test of time in women's closets
Lessons learned after completing a 365 project and comparing this experience to creating freely and without a deadline
Collaborating together as a couple
The story behind creating the Liz Riden brand (hooray for long car rides!)
Jeff's healthy take on inspiration by only following 50-100 people on Instagram.. and how creating control over his feed has propelled his desire to create (versus playing the comparison game)
The creative strengths they see in each other
How their personalities, strengths and weaknesses balance each other in business
Their ever changing individual and collective goals for their creative businesses and family
Their local Lancaster hidden gems: Passenger Coffee, Central Market's Tea Bar, Chop Sushi, Pop Up Park
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Casey Neistat
Gary Vaynerchuk
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Jeff's Instagram (@jefffrandsen)
Jeff's Website
Liz's Instagram (@lizriden)
Liz's Website
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Liz & Jeff Frandsen On "Continuously Dreaming" - Local Hangout Session! Dec 05, 2016
Happy Monday! Meet Jeff & Liz Frandsen, who are what I have coined #creativecouplegoals. Both are multifaceted masters of their craft, from Liz's beautiful fashion brand Liz Riden and Jeff's gamut of creative ventures, including hand lettering, photography, design and more. These two support each other in life and in their creative businesses, and I just know you'll fall in love with them (and maybe their daughter Emme too). Not to mention, they also happen to be located right here in my town of Lancaster! Yep, that's right. Today, we're sharing the first episode of our local hang out sessions that we'll be scattering within this season... so come hang out with us and get your daily dose of inspiration from these two cool creatives I'm proud to call friends!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

How Liz & Jeff met and their multifaceted backgrounds in creativity
Jeff's "Swiss Army Knife" approach to creativity and how he approaches sharing all that he does as a wedding photographer, hand letterer, app designer, web designer, business owner, professor and more
Liz's background in fashion and design and her desire to create beautiful, timeless and minimal leather goods that will stand the test of time in women's closets
Lessons learned after completing a 365 project and comparing this experience to creating freely and without a deadline
Collaborating together as a couple
The story behind creating the Liz Riden brand (hooray for long car rides!)
Jeff's healthy take on inspiration by only following 50-100 people on Instagram.. and how creating control over his feed has propelled his desire to create (versus playing the comparison game)
The creative strengths they see in each other
How their personalities, strengths and weaknesses balance each other in business
Their ever changing individual and collective goals for their creative businesses and family
Their local Lancaster hidden gems: Passenger Coffee, Central Market's Tea Bar, Chop Sushi, Pop Up Park
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Casey Neistat
Gary Vaynerchuk
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Jeff's Instagram (@jefffrandsen)
Jeff's Website
Liz's Instagram (@lizriden)
Liz's Website
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: Small Business Saturday, My Local Small Business Favorites & Catching Up! Nov 23, 2016
It's just you and baby on this one baby! Welcome to our first minisode of season two, where I'm chatting about the pledge I made with Fundera to shop small this Saturday, why it's so important to support our local shops, artists and stores and my Lancaster favorites. Plus, I'm sharing some fun news about what we're up to lately and things we're working on behind the scenes.

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TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Why I'm pledging with Fundera to shop small on Small Business Saturday
The reasons why shopping small is actually thinking big, and giving back in a big way too
My favorite local shops I'll be shopping at on Saturday (listed below with links!)
My special finds from the local stores I'll be supporting on Small Business Saturday... goodbye wallet!
What we're up to lately and some sneak peeks of what's going on behind the scenes
A call for help to find travel reward credit cards as Luke and I are about to splurge big time for our next summer adventure abroad!
MY FAVORITE LANCASTER SMALL BUSINESSES
LIZ RIDEN & CO
ELLICOTT & CO.
WHISTLE & PINE
PASSENGER COFFEE
CONNECT WITH US HERE

Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Photos taken by Char Co. & Marisa Albrecht
This minisode was supported by Fundera, a small business loan provider who's sole mission is to get small business owners the capital they need to grow. It's businesses like this that we support here at Roam + Golightly, and we're honored to pledge to shop small with them!

Minisode: Small Business Saturday, My Local Small Business Favorites & Catching Up! Nov 23, 2016
It's just you and baby on this one baby! Welcome to our first minisode of season two, where I'm chatting about the pledge I made with Fundera to shop small this Saturday, why it's so important to support our local shops, artists and stores and my Lancaster favorites. Plus, I'm sharing some fun news about what we're up to lately and things we're working on behind the scenes.

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EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS (LIKE YOURSELF) TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Why I'm pledging with Fundera to shop small on Small Business Saturday
The reasons why shopping small is actually thinking big, and giving back in a big way too
My favorite local shops I'll be shopping at on Saturday (listed below with links!)
My special finds from the local stores I'll be supporting on Small Business Saturday... goodbye wallet!
What we're up to lately and some sneak peeks of what's going on behind the scenes
A call for help to find travel reward credit cards as Luke and I are about to splurge big time for our next summer adventure abroad!
MY FAVORITE LANCASTER SMALL BUSINESSES
LIZ RIDEN & CO
ELLICOTT & CO.
WHISTLE & PINE
PASSENGER COFFEE
CONNECT WITH US HERE

Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Photos taken by Char Co. & Marisa Albrecht
This minisode was supported by Fundera, a small business loan provider who's sole mission is to get small business owners the capital they need to grow. It's businesses like this that we support here at Roam + Golightly, and we're honored to pledge to shop small with them!

Flynn Coleman On "Advocacy, Mindfulness & Creativity" Nov 21, 2016
Flynn Coleman is an inspiration. Where to even begin with the incredible impact she's made on the world? As an international human rights lawyer, social entrepreneur, mindfulness, innovation, and creativity teacher educator, author, TedX speaker and founder and CEO of an ethically driven shop, it's easy to say that Flynn's hellbent on inspiring and empowering the world with her incredible voice and mind. She's travelled the world, worked with the U.N., international corporations and human rights organizations around the world, and today's she's chatting with us all about her journey, her experiences in advocating for others so that people can share their stories in their own words, in their own way, and how we can tap into the "dance" of creativity through mindfulness and bringing our best to every moment. Are you ready for some next level inspiration?

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TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Flynn's core belief that everyone has a story to tell and her mission to be an advocate so that people can share their experiences in their own words, in their own way
How Flynn's adventures and experiences around the world has helped her celebrate the diversity within our world and also realizing how our humanity is very much the same
How she remains positive about her outlook on the world when dealing with the world's toughest problems (and how Dumbledore inspires her perspective!)
"Travel for good" to positively impact communities and how to make sure that we are not traveling for voyeurism
Infusing principles in our day to day lives to get involved and make a difference on a local level
Flynn's social enterprise, Malena, it's origins and its mission to empower artisans in an international market by telling the stories behind the goods
Some of Flynn's favorite stories from working with individuals around the world and how involving ourselves in our local area can make a greater impact
Finding inspiration and creativity in the beauty in the ordinary and how tapping into the "dance" of creativity comes from what we bring to it
Un-training our ideas of how creativity "should" be and turning towards mindfulness to find inspiration
Flynn's favorite book selections (which she listed off of the top of her head!)

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Georgetown University
Harry Potter Series
Annie Dillard
HandsOn New Orleans
Travel For Good
Sock-tober
Brene Brown Ted Talks On Vulnerability
Elizabeth Gilbert's Ted Talks On Creativity
Game Of Thrones, All The Light We Cannot See, Behind The Beautiful Forevers, 2666, Thinking, Fast & Slow
The work of: Dan Pink, Seth Godin, Amanda Palmer, Daniel Kahneman, Parker Palmer
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Flynn's Website
Flynn's Instagram (@flynncoleman)
Flynn's Twitter (@flynncoleman)
Malena's Shop
Malena's Instagram (@shopmalena)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Photos of Flynn taken by Melissa de Mata

Flynn Coleman On "Advocacy, Mindfulness & Creativity" Nov 21, 2016
Flynn Coleman is an inspiration. Where to even begin with the incredible impact she's made on the world? As an international human rights lawyer, social entrepreneur, mindfulness, innovation, and creativity teacher educator, author, TedX speaker and founder and CEO of an ethically driven shop, it's easy to say that Flynn's hellbent on inspiring and empowering the world with her incredible voice and mind. She's travelled the world, worked with the U.N., international corporations and human rights organizations around the world, and today's she's chatting with us all about her journey, her experiences in advocating for others so that people can share their stories in their own words, in their own way, and how we can tap into the "dance" of creativity through mindfulness and bringing our best to every moment. Are you ready for some next level inspiration?

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe and leave us a review.
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS (LIKE YOURSELF) TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Flynn's core belief that everyone has a story to tell and her mission to be an advocate so that people can share their experiences in their own words, in their own way
How Flynn's adventures and experiences around the world has helped her celebrate the diversity within our world and also realizing how our humanity is very much the same
How she remains positive about her outlook on the world when dealing with the world's toughest problems (and how Dumbledore inspires her perspective!)
"Travel for good" to positively impact communities and how to make sure that we are not traveling for voyeurism
Infusing principles in our day to day lives to get involved and make a difference on a local level
Flynn's social enterprise, Malena, it's origins and its mission to empower artisans in an international market by telling the stories behind the goods
Some of Flynn's favorite stories from working with individuals around the world and how involving ourselves in our local area can make a greater impact
Finding inspiration and creativity in the beauty in the ordinary and how tapping into the "dance" of creativity comes from what we bring to it
Un-training our ideas of how creativity "should" be and turning towards mindfulness to find inspiration
Flynn's favorite book selections (which she listed off of the top of her head!)

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Georgetown University
Harry Potter Series
Annie Dillard
HandsOn New Orleans
Travel For Good
Sock-tober
Brene Brown Ted Talks On Vulnerability
Elizabeth Gilbert's Ted Talks On Creativity
Game Of Thrones, All The Light We Cannot See, Behind The Beautiful Forevers, 2666, Thinking, Fast & Slow
The work of: Dan Pink, Seth Godin, Amanda Palmer, Daniel Kahneman, Parker Palmer
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Flynn's Website
Flynn's Instagram (@flynncoleman)
Flynn's Twitter (@flynncoleman)
Malena's Shop
Malena's Instagram (@shopmalena)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Photos of Flynn taken by Melissa de Mata

PRVNCL Magazine's Grace Taylor On "Drawing Inspiration From The Simple" Nov 14, 2016
Grace Taylor's creative journey started in the chaotic and crazy New York city, but her experiences studying in France inspired her to value the notion of rest and relaxation in her life. PRVNCL magazine is the extension of Grace's experiences admiring and curating the balance between work and rest, something I think we can all learn a thing or two from! Together, Grace and I chat about how we can infuse little, tiny things in order to achieve that French lifestyle of valuing rest, admiring the little things and drawing inspiration from the simple, beautiful moments we overlook far too often. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to discover a more restful approach to finding inspiration, Francophiles and every one who's curious about creative wellness.

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TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Grace's creative journey and how her study abroad experience in Paris completely changed her outlook on creativity and rest
How she was struck by the importance of rest in French culture and how she dug in deep to strive for the same work-life balance in her busy, chaotic, city-life
PRVNCL's beginnings online and deciding to step into the print industry
The other quarterly magazines that helped Grace determine how she wanted to share her issues to her audience
Building a following online and their response to the notion of balance between work and rest
How taking a beat can actually make us more creatively productive
Grace's definition of provincial living: "to live a balanced life style, to be inspired by the simple, to take time to rest and recharge, surrounding yourself with things that fill you up, taking time to notice the small, the details."
How we can live provincially in our day to day lives and, even more importantly, how resting our minds can actually spark creativity and inspiration more than pushing to find it
Not guilt tripping ourselves about resting because it makes our work more compelling and present
Volume 4's upcoming focus on "Le Cafe" and how cafe culture has been the hub for many creatives from around the world

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Squarespace
The Strand Book Store
Kinfolk Magazine
Cereal Magazine
Kickstarter
Trouve Magazine
Darling Magazine
Pinterest
Beauty & The Beast
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
PRVNCL's Website (make sure to subscribe or pre-order their next issue "Le Cafe"!)
PRVNCL's Instagram
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Images of Grace Taylor by Justin Posey

PRVNCL Magazine's Grace Taylor On "Drawing Inspiration From The Simple" Nov 14, 2016
Grace Taylor's creative journey started in the chaotic and crazy New York city, but her experiences studying in France inspired her to value the notion of rest and relaxation in her life. PRVNCL magazine is the extension of Grace's experiences admiring and curating the balance between work and rest, something I think we can all learn a thing or two from! Together, Grace and I chat about how we can infuse little, tiny things in order to achieve that French lifestyle of valuing rest, admiring the little things and drawing inspiration from the simple, beautiful moments we overlook far too often. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to discover a more restful approach to finding inspiration, Francophiles and every one who's curious about creative wellness.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Lock that feeling down and subscribe (leave us a review while you're at it too)!
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS LIKE YOURSELF TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Grace's creative journey and how her study abroad experience in Paris completely changed her outlook on creativity and rest
How she was struck by the importance of rest in French culture and how she dug in deep to strive for the same work-life balance in her busy, chaotic, city-life
PRVNCL's beginnings online and deciding to step into the print industry
The other quarterly magazines that helped Grace determine how she wanted to share her issues to her audience
Building a following online and their response to the notion of balance between work and rest
How taking a beat can actually make us more creatively productive
Grace's definition of provincial living: "to live a balanced life style, to be inspired by the simple, to take time to rest and recharge, surrounding yourself with things that fill you up, taking time to notice the small, the details."
How we can live provincially in our day to day lives and, even more importantly, how resting our minds can actually spark creativity and inspiration more than pushing to find it
Not guilt tripping ourselves about resting because it makes our work more compelling and present
Volume 4's upcoming focus on "Le Cafe" and how cafe culture has been the hub for many creatives from around the world

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Squarespace
The Strand Book Store
Kinfolk Magazine
Cereal Magazine
Kickstarter
Trouve Magazine
Darling Magazine
Pinterest
Beauty & The Beast
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
PRVNCL's Website (make sure to subscribe or pre-order their next issue "Le Cafe"!)
PRVNCL's Instagram
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Images of Grace Taylor by Justin Posey

Emily Jeffords On "Finding Peace & Loving The Process" Nov 07, 2016
As an abstract impression painter who’s work ranges from oils, watercolor and acrylics, Emily Jeffords is just one of those people who is deeply in touch with her creative process and completely understands why art is crucial to our lives. In addition to creating pieces that always nothing less than dreamy and downright soulful, Emily is also a mother of two and a creative entrepreneur who's passionate about enjoy the process of inspiration. Together Emily and I chat about why creating is so important in our lives, what keeps Emily in touch with her creativity and her tips and tricks for finding peace before diving head first into inspiration's welcoming arms. This episode is perfect for anyone who's on the verge of starting a creative project or needs a little extra push to stop and enjoy the actual steps of making and creating.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe and leave us a review.
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS (LIKE YOURSELF) TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Allowing herself to have more creative freedom this year and how it's helped her become more inspired and in touch with herself
Creating Instagram Stories during her process of painting
Overcoming the need to create for sales... as opposed to creating for expression and joy and how painting for herself has welcomed a more well balanced approach to creating art
The story behind creating her series "Do It For The Process" and how enjoying and documenting the steps of creativity and connection re-inspired her own process
The dichotomy of making vs. selling and how vulnerable it can feel to share at the right moment, or as she puts it "putting your big girl pants on"
Her tips for anyone who is on the cusp of sharing their work effectively and lovingly
Completing a painting a day challenge and how it helped her journey in finding her ever-evolving aesthetic
How motherhood redirected and empowered her desire to be an artist
Childhood's knack for natural exploration and how we as adults should try our best to tap into that genius
Slowing down and finding peace in the creative process, investing the desire to find rest and calm before opening the doors of inspiration
Her tips for finding peace: playing music, enjoying her drive, sitting calmly for four minutes, lighting a candle and not fighting against the wild-ness life but carving out moments for control
Emily's thoughts on the connectedness of landscapes across the world and how amazing it is that humans are so fascinated with nature
Her magnetic inspiration towards landscape, abstraction, mixed media abstracts and show paintings
Why Emily feels compelled to create and why she considers herself to be a creator
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Emily's post on creation & vulnerability, "Creativity, Business & Keeping Your Heart Through It All"
The Painter's Palette series
Her upcoming 5 Day Creative Retreat in France
Julie Dodds, decorative floral arranger & stylist
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Emily's Website & gorgeous online shop
Emily's Instagram (@emily_jeffords)
Emily's Twitter (@emily_jeffords)
#doitfortheprocess hashtag series
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Emily Jeffords On "Finding Peace & Loving The Process" Nov 07, 2016
As an abstract impression painter who’s work ranges from oils, watercolor and acrylics, Emily Jeffords is just one of those people who is deeply in touch with her creative process and completely understands why art is crucial to our lives. In addition to creating pieces that always nothing less than dreamy and downright soulful, Emily is also a mother of two and a creative entrepreneur who's passionate about enjoy the process of inspiration. Together Emily and I chat about why creating is so important in our lives, what keeps Emily in touch with her creativity and her tips and tricks for finding peace before diving head first into inspiration's welcoming arms. This episode is perfect for anyone who's on the verge of starting a creative project or needs a little extra push to stop and enjoy the actual steps of making and creating.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe and leave us a review.
EACH COMMENT MAKES IT EASIER FOR OTHER CREATIVE ADVENTURERS (LIKE YOURSELF) TO FIND WHAT WE DO!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Allowing herself to have more creative freedom this year and how it's helped her become more inspired and in touch with herself
Creating Instagram Stories during her process of painting
Overcoming the need to create for sales... as opposed to creating for expression and joy and how painting for herself has welcomed a more well balanced approach to creating art
The story behind creating her series "Do It For The Process" and how enjoying and documenting the steps of creativity and connection re-inspired her own process
The dichotomy of making vs. selling and how vulnerable it can feel to share at the right moment, or as she puts it "putting your big girl pants on"
Her tips for anyone who is on the cusp of sharing their work effectively and lovingly
Completing a painting a day challenge and how it helped her journey in finding her ever-evolving aesthetic
How motherhood redirected and empowered her desire to be an artist
Childhood's knack for natural exploration and how we as adults should try our best to tap into that genius
Slowing down and finding peace in the creative process, investing the desire to find rest and calm before opening the doors of inspiration
Her tips for finding peace: playing music, enjoying her drive, sitting calmly for four minutes, lighting a candle and not fighting against the wild-ness life but carving out moments for control
Emily's thoughts on the connectedness of landscapes across the world and how amazing it is that humans are so fascinated with nature
Her magnetic inspiration towards landscape, abstraction, mixed media abstracts and show paintings
Why Emily feels compelled to create and why she considers herself to be a creator
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Emily's post on creation & vulnerability, "Creativity, Business & Keeping Your Heart Through It All"
The Painter's Palette series
Her upcoming 5 Day Creative Retreat in France
Julie Dodds, decorative floral arranger & stylist
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Emily's Website & gorgeous online shop
Emily's Instagram (@emily_jeffords)
Emily's Twitter (@emily_jeffords)
#doitfortheprocess hashtag series
Our Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Our Twitter (@roam_golightly)

Season Two Is Coming In Hot! Nov 01, 2016

What is it about the fall that gets us so excited to get outdoors and find some more adventure? Seriously. Well, with this newfound enthusiasm, I'm so excited to share that on November 7th we'll be launching season two of the podcast and a whole ton of fun content here on the blog to get you inspired creatively, to fuel your desire to get out into your local area and help you adventure your little hearts out!
First, the podcast! We're PUMPED about who's on deck. So, not only will we be featuring awesome guests from around the world you've come to expect, but we'll also be showcasing some fun, hangout sessions between myself and some of my favorite local artists and adventurers. Before recording our very first episode, I knew that I wanted to reach out into our new community here to pick the brains of some of my favorite makers, seekers and doers in my very own neck of the woods. We're embracing the fun, conversational side of interviewing and LOVING it. We've heard all of your guest suggestions and (I'm just going to come out and say it) I think we might have my favorite line up yet! Stay tuned... mark your calendars for November 7th and don't forget to subscribe right here, so you don't miss out on all the fun.

And lastly, the blog. Ohhhh boy. First, some background. When we launched the podcast for its first season, I knew that managing a blog AND a podcast (and all the craziness that comes with editing, recording, mixing, marketing, etc. and, oh yeah, maintaining a job) would be a lot to handle. So the blog definitely took the backseat on that one! But this time around, I'm even more pleased to share that the blog is definitely not taking a chill pill.
I'm filled the brim with excitement to share our newest blog series, also coming out the first week of November! It's got me giddy with delight and inspiration to explore-explore-explore and create-create-create. I'm prettttttty sure you'll feel the same way too. This series has had my wheels turning for far too long. I'll be honest, it sort of feels like I'm bursting at the seams until it's released. Get ready!

See you guys on MONDAY!

Season Two Is Coming In Hot! Nov 01, 2016

What is it about the fall that gets us so excited to get outdoors and find some more adventure? Seriously. Well, with this newfound enthusiasm, I'm so excited to share that on November 7th we'll be launching season two of the podcast and a whole ton of fun content here on the blog to get you inspired creatively, to fuel your desire to get out into your local area and help you adventure your little hearts out!
First, the podcast! We're PUMPED about who's on deck. So, not only will we be featuring awesome guests from around the world you've come to expect, but we'll also be showcasing some fun, hangout sessions between myself and some of my favorite local artists and adventurers. Before recording our very first episode, I knew that I wanted to reach out into our new community here to pick the brains of some of my favorite makers, seekers and doers in my very own neck of the woods. We're embracing the fun, conversational side of interviewing and LOVING it. We've heard all of your guest suggestions and (I'm just going to come out and say it) I think we might have my favorite line up yet! Stay tuned... mark your calendars for November 7th and don't forget to subscribe right here, so you don't miss out on all the fun.

And lastly, the blog. Ohhhh boy. First, some background. When we launched the podcast for its first season, I knew that managing a blog AND a podcast (and all the craziness that comes with editing, recording, mixing, marketing, etc. and, oh yeah, maintaining a job) would be a lot to handle. So the blog definitely took the backseat on that one! But this time around, I'm even more pleased to share that the blog is definitely not taking a chill pill.
I'm filled the brim with excitement to share our newest blog series, also coming out the first week of November! It's got me giddy with delight and inspiration to explore-explore-explore and create-create-create. I'm prettttttty sure you'll feel the same way too. This series has had my wheels turning for far too long. I'll be honest, it sort of feels like I'm bursting at the seams until it's released. Get ready!

See you guys on MONDAY!

"Travel In Good Taste" With Aida Mollenkamp Of Salt & Wind Aug 01, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I have the absolute joy to chat with Aida Mollenkamp, the food expert and creator of Salt & Wind... who has literally the coolest job in the world. Aida travels around the world in search of delicious foods, so she understands the ins and outs of how to find the best of the best of what's around, no matter where you are. Together we talk about her tricks to "travel in good taste," her winding career path and enjoying "panda time."

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Aida's definition of her career: "traveling to find good things" and "traveling in good taste"
Her career ascension as a food expert to television host and world traveler while digging into adventure through culinary experiences... and the many bumps along the way
Striving to work as a food editor for Bon Appetite Magazine as a young person, her pie in the sky dream job growing up
Aida's multicultural family and the way food connects people together
Tasting the world and understanding varying culture through multicultural foods and how it can deepen our understanding of people and their traditions
Her tips and tricks for researching amazing restaurants and shops all around the world
Finding people cut from your own cloth to zero in on the specific places to visit
When determining what content to share, why it's important to create for yourself and your friends to connect with like-minded people
Her online obsessions
Using cooking to get inspired for an upcoming trip or fulfill a far off dream destination
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Bon Appetite Magazine, Chow Magazine
The Flavor Of Our Travels Article
Nancy Reagan Cookie Recipes
New Potato
Who What Wear
Advanced Style
#travelyourtown
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Aida's Instagram (@aidamollenkamp)
Aida's Twitter (@aidamollenkamp)
Aida's Snapchat (@aida_mollenkamp)
Aida's Website
Salt & Wind
Salt & Wind's Instagram (@saltandwind)
Salt & Wind's Twitter (@saltandwind)
Salt & Wind's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Travel In Good Taste" With Aida Mollenkamp Of Salt & Wind Aug 01, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I have the absolute joy to chat with Aida Mollenkamp, the food expert and creator of Salt & Wind... who has literally the coolest job in the world. Aida travels around the world in search of delicious foods, so she understands the ins and outs of how to find the best of the best of what's around, no matter where you are. Together we talk about her tricks to "travel in good taste," her winding career path and enjoying "panda time."

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Aida's definition of her career: "traveling to find good things" and "traveling in good taste"
Her career ascension as a food expert to television host and world traveler while digging into adventure through culinary experiences... and the many bumps along the way
Striving to work as a food editor for Bon Appetite Magazine as a young person, her pie in the sky dream job growing up
Aida's multicultural family and the way food connects people together
Tasting the world and understanding varying culture through multicultural foods and how it can deepen our understanding of people and their traditions
Her tips and tricks for researching amazing restaurants and shops all around the world
Finding people cut from your own cloth to zero in on the specific places to visit
When determining what content to share, why it's important to create for yourself and your friends to connect with like-minded people
Her online obsessions
Using cooking to get inspired for an upcoming trip or fulfill a far off dream destination
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Bon Appetite Magazine, Chow Magazine
The Flavor Of Our Travels Article
Nancy Reagan Cookie Recipes
New Potato
Who What Wear
Advanced Style
#travelyourtown
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Aida's Instagram (@aidamollenkamp)
Aida's Twitter (@aidamollenkamp)
Aida's Snapchat (@aida_mollenkamp)
Aida's Website
Salt & Wind
Salt & Wind's Instagram (@saltandwind)
Salt & Wind's Twitter (@saltandwind)
Salt & Wind's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Cool Hunting" With Cathrine Khom Of Local Wolves Jul 25, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Cathrine Khom joins me for a chat about all things trendy, cool and inspiring. Cathrine is the Editor in Chief of Local Wolves, a monthly publication that hunts for the cool stuff in our lives. Because Cathrine is the cool hunter with her finger on the pulse of what's rad and wonderful, we talk a lot about her sources for finding inspiration online, the ins and outs of running her publication and taking ownership of learning our communities to find the good stuff that's around us.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Starting Local Wolves, a local magazine that started as a monthly music 'zine and its progress into the collaborative, artistic magazine it is today
Local Wolves name as a metaphor to hunt for the good stuff around your local area
How Cathrine tapped into her natural knack for researching local gems by documenting her adventures around her area
Creating a creative community through social media as a young publisher, where Cathrine sources her inspiration online and is able to discover the trends she wants to tap into in her publication
The creative arts as a means to find ourselves and cope
Opening collaboration to provide a monthly experience for readers to want to share their creations with the Local Wolves community
Patience in a world that pushes creatives to overshare their work
Exploring as the number one way to connect with your community and having an open mind to new and strange places in your area
Her advice to working creatives to continue to build their portfolio, even while they work... that all projects can be important elements in staying inspired
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives
Dramatic Results Arts Organization
Local Wolves Girl Power Issue
Estee Lalonde
Make It Happen Podcast
Idylwild, California
Issuu
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Cathrine's Instagram (@cathrinekhom)
Cathrine's Twitter (@cathrinekhom)
Local Wolves Website
Local Wolves Instagram (@localwolves)
Local Wolves Twitter (@localwolves)
Local Wolves Facebook
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Cool Hunting" With Cathrine Khom Of Local Wolves Jul 25, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Cathrine Khom joins me for a chat about all things trendy, cool and inspiring. Cathrine is the Editor in Chief of Local Wolves, a monthly publication that hunts for the cool stuff in our lives. Because Cathrine is the cool hunter with her finger on the pulse of what's rad and wonderful, we talk a lot about her sources for finding inspiration online, the ins and outs of running her publication and taking ownership of learning our communities to find the good stuff that's around us.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Starting Local Wolves, a local magazine that started as a monthly music 'zine and its progress into the collaborative, artistic magazine it is today
Local Wolves name as a metaphor to hunt for the good stuff around your local area
How Cathrine tapped into her natural knack for researching local gems by documenting her adventures around her area
Creating a creative community through social media as a young publisher, where Cathrine sources her inspiration online and is able to discover the trends she wants to tap into in her publication
The creative arts as a means to find ourselves and cope
Opening collaboration to provide a monthly experience for readers to want to share their creations with the Local Wolves community
Patience in a world that pushes creatives to overshare their work
Exploring as the number one way to connect with your community and having an open mind to new and strange places in your area
Her advice to working creatives to continue to build their portfolio, even while they work... that all projects can be important elements in staying inspired
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives
Dramatic Results Arts Organization
Local Wolves Girl Power Issue
Estee Lalonde
Make It Happen Podcast
Idylwild, California
Issuu
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Cathrine's Instagram (@cathrinekhom)
Cathrine's Twitter (@cathrinekhom)
Local Wolves Website
Local Wolves Instagram (@localwolves)
Local Wolves Twitter (@localwolves)
Local Wolves Facebook
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: ROME! Jul 22, 2016
It today's minisode we're recapping our time in our FAVORITE city ever... Rome! Hear our tips for anyone traveling to the Eternal City, including our "old standby" favorites and our newest discoveries this time around.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Why we love this city exactly and see ourselves always returning to the Eternal City years from now
What it’s like to return to a magical place and location we love
Our desire to deepen our roots here by connecting with local Romans and some of Luke's contacts.
Ideas for solidifying a community abroad
OUR "OLD STANDBY" FAVORITES IN ROME:

Dar Poeta: Buffala Pizza, Lingua de Foco, Nutella calzone
Pazza Pizza
Bar Latteria Gelateria: pistachio, fleur de latte
Osteria der Belli: Spaghetti alla vongolle, bruschetta, Sicilian ravioli
Spirito di Vino: cheese plate with marmalade, crème brulee
Roma Sparita: cacao e pepe
Osteria del Anima: carota e pera pasta
Roscioli: just get anything! It’s delicious!
Visiting the Forum at night
Ponte Sisto
The Vatican
Galleria Borghese
OUR NEW DISCOVERIES:
Gelateria del Teatro
Il Baffeto
OUR TIPS FOR ANYONE TRAVELING TO ROME:
Balancing sight seeing and living la dolce vita
Prioritize and schedule time to live slow, people watch and drink a Spritz
Observe “riposo” in the hot afternoons
Do your research when it comes time to eat! Look up food bloggers and food experts like Salt & Wind! Even better, ask a local.
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: ROME! Jul 22, 2016
It today's minisode we're recapping our time in our FAVORITE city ever... Rome! Hear our tips for anyone traveling to the Eternal City, including our "old standby" favorites and our newest discoveries this time around.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Why we love this city exactly and see ourselves always returning to the Eternal City years from now
What it’s like to return to a magical place and location we love
Our desire to deepen our roots here by connecting with local Romans and some of Luke's contacts.
Ideas for solidifying a community abroad
OUR "OLD STANDBY" FAVORITES IN ROME:

Dar Poeta: Buffala Pizza, Lingua de Foco, Nutella calzone
Pazza Pizza
Bar Latteria Gelateria: pistachio, fleur de latte
Osteria der Belli: Spaghetti alla vongolle, bruschetta, Sicilian ravioli
Spirito di Vino: cheese plate with marmalade, crème brulee
Roma Sparita: cacao e pepe
Osteria del Anima: carota e pera pasta
Roscioli: just get anything! It’s delicious!
Visiting the Forum at night
Ponte Sisto
The Vatican
Galleria Borghese
OUR NEW DISCOVERIES:
Gelateria del Teatro
Il Baffeto
OUR TIPS FOR ANYONE TRAVELING TO ROME:
Balancing sight seeing and living la dolce vita
Prioritize and schedule time to live slow, people watch and drink a Spritz
Observe “riposo” in the hot afternoons
Do your research when it comes time to eat! Look up food bloggers and food experts like Salt & Wind! Even better, ask a local.
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"The Art Of Collaboration" With Elana Jadallah Jul 18, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I meet the ever-gorgeous queen of collaboration, Elana Jadallah. If you haven't heard of Elana, she is a creative consultant who believes in the power of collaboration as a means to create beautiful, intentional work. Elana is living nomadically with her husband, seeing the world and experiencing every nook and cranny of the country while they work location independent. Hear us talk about the art of collaboration, her insights and experience with working with brands in meaningful ways and the importance of valuing experiences over objects.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Elana's job creating content online and creative consulting other entrepreneurs so that they stand out and flourish
Her tips for sharing ourselves honestly in a curatorial way online so that it can create great relationships with other creatives online
Elana's background in marketing and how she's adapting to the constantly changing social media space
Building community around brands and art in powerful and strategic ways through collaboration
Her dream collaboration, Madewell and her perspective on what makes a dream brand and business cooperation
Living nomadically and the joy of fulfilling her desires to see the world while experiencing places fully
Working for herself and her gratitude for the ability to make her own schedule
Intentional living and the task of actually practicing the process of un-attaching ourselves to physical things
Valuing experiences over objects
The three things that inspire Elana
Her advice for working creative adventurers to include one thing that brings you joy in every single day of your life
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Madewell
AirBnb's #onelessstranger
One Less Stranger Blog Post
Elana's Blog Post: Why Being Social Will Save You As An Entrepreneur
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Elana's Instagram (@elanaloo)
Elana's Twitter (@elanaloo)
Elana's Blog & Consulting Website
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"The Art Of Collaboration" With Elana Jadallah Jul 18, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I meet the ever-gorgeous queen of collaboration, Elana Jadallah. If you haven't heard of Elana, she is a creative consultant who believes in the power of collaboration as a means to create beautiful, intentional work. Elana is living nomadically with her husband, seeing the world and experiencing every nook and cranny of the country while they work location independent. Hear us talk about the art of collaboration, her insights and experience with working with brands in meaningful ways and the importance of valuing experiences over objects.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Elana's job creating content online and creative consulting other entrepreneurs so that they stand out and flourish
Her tips for sharing ourselves honestly in a curatorial way online so that it can create great relationships with other creatives online
Elana's background in marketing and how she's adapting to the constantly changing social media space
Building community around brands and art in powerful and strategic ways through collaboration
Her dream collaboration, Madewell and her perspective on what makes a dream brand and business cooperation
Living nomadically and the joy of fulfilling her desires to see the world while experiencing places fully
Working for herself and her gratitude for the ability to make her own schedule
Intentional living and the task of actually practicing the process of un-attaching ourselves to physical things
Valuing experiences over objects
The three things that inspire Elana
Her advice for working creative adventurers to include one thing that brings you joy in every single day of your life
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Madewell
AirBnb's #onelessstranger
One Less Stranger Blog Post
Elana's Blog Post: Why Being Social Will Save You As An Entrepreneur
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Elana's Instagram (@elanaloo)
Elana's Twitter (@elanaloo)
Elana's Blog & Consulting Website
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Conscious Living" With Rae Tashman Jul 11, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I chat with one of the original conscious lifestyle bloggers out there, Rae Tashman! Rae is an ex-pat living in Berlin, a city that she loves and is constantly inspired by. As a UI designer, blogger, writer, podcaster and public speaker... Rae is one well spoken lady who doesn't believe in fitting in one type of creating. Our conversation circles around our mutual love of adventure and Rae's insight on how we can take tiny, small steps toward living a more intentional life. Check it out!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Rae's interest in the digital arts, including photography, interactive arts and design and how she became interested in learning them through being a self taught student
Life living in Berlin as an expat and former English teachers with young students
Why Berlin's artistic community has kept Rae interested in establishing her home there
Rae's hidden gems to explore in Berlin and her hometown in Virginia
The patience needed to learn foreign languages
The power of having mentorship and having someone believe in your work and building a comradery of women online to support each other in our creative support
Rae's mission to lead a conscious life in her diet, choices, environmental awareness, self care and our other interactions with the world
Being mindful of those who are directly around us and how we can help our local communities in volunteer work and other outlets of help
Rae's adventures around the world and her desire to go to Korea to find with her birth mother
How adventure and the excitement of "newness" can happen locally and abroad
Exploring her style phases unapologetically
The online space's "rules" that should be ignored and the importance of staying true to yourself and your intentions
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Sunflower Restaurant in Vienna, Virgina
Manassas Battlefield
Chay Village in Berlin
Volunteer Planner
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)
Rae's Blog: Love From Berlin
Rae's Instagram (@lovefromberlin)
Rae's Twitter (@lovefromberlin)

"Conscious Living" With Rae Tashman Jul 11, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I chat with one of the original conscious lifestyle bloggers out there, Rae Tashman! Rae is an ex-pat living in Berlin, a city that she loves and is constantly inspired by. As a UI designer, blogger, writer, podcaster and public speaker... Rae is one well spoken lady who doesn't believe in fitting in one type of creating. Our conversation circles around our mutual love of adventure and Rae's insight on how we can take tiny, small steps toward living a more intentional life. Check it out!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Rae's interest in the digital arts, including photography, interactive arts and design and how she became interested in learning them through being a self taught student
Life living in Berlin as an expat and former English teachers with young students
Why Berlin's artistic community has kept Rae interested in establishing her home there
Rae's hidden gems to explore in Berlin and her hometown in Virginia
The patience needed to learn foreign languages
The power of having mentorship and having someone believe in your work and building a comradery of women online to support each other in our creative support
Rae's mission to lead a conscious life in her diet, choices, environmental awareness, self care and our other interactions with the world
Being mindful of those who are directly around us and how we can help our local communities in volunteer work and other outlets of help
Rae's adventures around the world and her desire to go to Korea to find with her birth mother
How adventure and the excitement of "newness" can happen locally and abroad
Exploring her style phases unapologetically
The online space's "rules" that should be ignored and the importance of staying true to yourself and your intentions
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Sunflower Restaurant in Vienna, Virgina
Manassas Battlefield
Chay Village in Berlin
Volunteer Planner
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)
Rae's Blog: Love From Berlin
Rae's Instagram (@lovefromberlin)
Rae's Twitter (@lovefromberlin)

Minisode: ICELAND! Jul 01, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, we're catching you up with all the goodness we experienced during our time exploring Iceland! Guys, this island is the stuff of fairy tales and we're here to tell you all the need to know details of our trip, our favorite places and memories from our ten days in the land of fire and ice, plus some recommendations for any of you who are considering hopping a plane to this epic place. P.S. We're SO excited to share more of our adventures this summer, so if you want to peek at what we're up to... make sure to follow us on Instagram (& Snapchat too)!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

The two words we would choose to describe our experience exploring Iceland
Favorite memories and locations from our time living on the road
The few things we would have chosen to pack differently
Our tips and need-to-know advice before you hit the trails in the land of fire and ice
The flexibility of driving around Iceland, compared to taking tours
How Iceland is the place of fairy tales... and the one creative outlet I found myself needing during our ten days here
P.S. MORE PHOTOS OF OUR ICELAND ADVENTURES TO COME!
LOCATIONS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Iceland's Ring Road
Reynisfjara Beach (Vik's black sand beach)
Suorurland (the magestic island near Vik's black sand beach)
Skogafoss
Saegreiffin Restaurant, who serve the BEST lobster soup and fresh fish ever!
Svata Kaffid Tavern in Reykjavik, for the warm, delicious bread bowls you've always needed in your life.
Iceland Camper Van Bookings: Kuku Campers, Go Campers, Happy Campers
Iceland's grocery stores: Bonus & Kronan
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: ICELAND! Jul 01, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, we're catching you up with all the goodness we experienced during our time exploring Iceland! Guys, this island is the stuff of fairy tales and we're here to tell you all the need to know details of our trip, our favorite places and memories from our ten days in the land of fire and ice, plus some recommendations for any of you who are considering hopping a plane to this epic place. P.S. We're SO excited to share more of our adventures this summer, so if you want to peek at what we're up to... make sure to follow us on Instagram (& Snapchat too)!

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

The two words we would choose to describe our experience exploring Iceland
Favorite memories and locations from our time living on the road
The few things we would have chosen to pack differently
Our tips and need-to-know advice before you hit the trails in the land of fire and ice
The flexibility of driving around Iceland, compared to taking tours
How Iceland is the place of fairy tales... and the one creative outlet I found myself needing during our ten days here
P.S. MORE PHOTOS OF OUR ICELAND ADVENTURES TO COME!
LOCATIONS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Iceland's Ring Road
Reynisfjara Beach (Vik's black sand beach)
Suorurland (the magestic island near Vik's black sand beach)
Skogafoss
Saegreiffin Restaurant, who serve the BEST lobster soup and fresh fish ever!
Svata Kaffid Tavern in Reykjavik, for the warm, delicious bread bowls you've always needed in your life.
Iceland Camper Van Bookings: Kuku Campers, Go Campers, Happy Campers
Iceland's grocery stores: Bonus & Kronan
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Create With Reckless Abandon" With Mattie Tiegreen Jun 27, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I have one of the most amazing chats with Mattie Tiegreen, the branding, web design and creative director gal dreams are made of. As the co-founder of Gather, a workshop to educate, encourage and support other creative entreprenuers, Mattie is well stocked with ammunition to get you inspired and welcomed in the creative industry. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to create intentional, meaningful work for themselves (not for the buyer in mind) or anyone needing to give themselves grace in their artistic process.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

The crazy seasons in our life and the need to be intentional about our time
Branding’s “branding” and how Mattie describes her job as a brand designer, bringing her clients’ ideas to life and putting a face to their inspiration
Creating with reckless abandon, without a need for praise or a need to sell and how avoiding the pressure to make money off of her art made it easier for her to hone her skills
Showing personality through deeper shares and avoiding the fluff
Mattie's artistic process by truly her taste in design, the textures and colors she loves and including these aspects into her work
Being self taught through mindlessly learning her art form as an escape after a long day at work
Having an analogue desk separate from her digital desk to spark her imagination instead of spending hours in front of a computer screen
Her creative community workshop "Gather" and how it all began
Cultivating a creative community of women who understand the ins and outs of wanting to live a creative life
Her advice for working creatives to keep their spark alive (which is such a goodie!)
Why we need to stop yelling at your art and giving ourselves grace in our artistic process
Investing in something outside of your creative work can fuel our inspiration

RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Elizabeth Gilbert's "Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear"
Austin Kleon's "Steal Like An Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative"
Austin Kleon's "Steal Like An Artist Journal: A Notebook for Creative Kleptomaniacs"
Keri Smith's "How to Be an Explorer of the World: Portable Life Museum"

MORE FROM MATTIE:
Gather Workshop
Green Tie Studio
Citizen Supply
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Mattie's Instagram (@greentiestudio)
Mattie's Facebook
Mattie's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Create With Reckless Abandon" With Mattie Tiegreen Jun 27, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I have one of the most amazing chats with Mattie Tiegreen, the branding, web design and creative director gal dreams are made of. As the co-founder of Gather, a workshop to educate, encourage and support other creative entreprenuers, Mattie is well stocked with ammunition to get you inspired and welcomed in the creative industry. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to create intentional, meaningful work for themselves (not for the buyer in mind) or anyone needing to give themselves grace in their artistic process.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

The crazy seasons in our life and the need to be intentional about our time
Branding’s “branding” and how Mattie describes her job as a brand designer, bringing her clients’ ideas to life and putting a face to their inspiration
Creating with reckless abandon, without a need for praise or a need to sell and how avoiding the pressure to make money off of her art made it easier for her to hone her skills
Showing personality through deeper shares and avoiding the fluff
Mattie's artistic process by truly her taste in design, the textures and colors she loves and including these aspects into her work
Being self taught through mindlessly learning her art form as an escape after a long day at work
Having an analogue desk separate from her digital desk to spark her imagination instead of spending hours in front of a computer screen
Her creative community workshop "Gather" and how it all began
Cultivating a creative community of women who understand the ins and outs of wanting to live a creative life
Her advice for working creatives to keep their spark alive (which is such a goodie!)
Why we need to stop yelling at your art and giving ourselves grace in our artistic process
Investing in something outside of your creative work can fuel our inspiration

RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Elizabeth Gilbert's "Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear"
Austin Kleon's "Steal Like An Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative"
Austin Kleon's "Steal Like An Artist Journal: A Notebook for Creative Kleptomaniacs"
Keri Smith's "How to Be an Explorer of the World: Portable Life Museum"

MORE FROM MATTIE:
Gather Workshop
Green Tie Studio
Citizen Supply
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Mattie's Instagram (@greentiestudio)
Mattie's Facebook
Mattie's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Absurd & Honest Creativity" With Melissa Cripe Jun 20, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I get into it with Melissa Cripe, a filmmaker with an eye for all things odd and wonderful. Think of her as your rad friend with an eye for punchy, cool color like you would not believe! Our conversation was not only intensely inspirational, but one that was incredibly insightful. As someone who navigates the churning waters of the online creative world, hear us talk about the good stuff, including a look behind Melissa's recent rebrand that reflects her love for the absurd, jazz, the lovely and wild and strange. Seriously guys, Melissa is a GEM and I still find myself referring to her observations on staying honest with ourselves when sharing our creative work and avoiding the need to please.

Love it? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Taking ownership of wanting to try all art forms
Melissa’s weird and wonderful Los Angeles favorites (Bunny museuems? Oh yes!)
Her story behind hanging mediums for the sake of personal inspiration
Why exercising the creative muscle is incredibly beneficial when seeking inspiration
Being a weekend creative warrior
A look inside Melissa’s rebrand to reflect new changes and tastes in her life
Having deeper level of conversation amongst artists... instead of living in the “fluff” of a happy go-lucky branding
The need to please vs. the honest truth in our artistic hearts
Abolishing the need to feel fulfilled through numbers and followers
Drawing inspiration from real people and conversations, observing the creative moments and sparks of ideas from honest experiences
Melissa’s tips for finding inspiration and thinking outside of the box while staying true to who you are
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Melissa’s Tumblr post announcing her change
With the Locals Los Angeles Guide
Ban.do & Jen Gotch
"Show Your Work: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered" by Austin Kleon
"Steal Like An Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative" by Austin Kleon
Iris Apfel’s documentary "Iris"
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Melissa's Short Film Project "The Claw Of Life"
Melissa's Blog "Specs & The City"
Melissa's Instagram (@specs_and_the_city)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Absurd & Honest Creativity" With Melissa Cripe Jun 20, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I get into it with Melissa Cripe, a filmmaker with an eye for all things odd and wonderful. Think of her as your rad friend with an eye for punchy, cool color like you would not believe! Our conversation was not only intensely inspirational, but one that was incredibly insightful. As someone who navigates the churning waters of the online creative world, hear us talk about the good stuff, including a look behind Melissa's recent rebrand that reflects her love for the absurd, jazz, the lovely and wild and strange. Seriously guys, Melissa is a GEM and I still find myself referring to her observations on staying honest with ourselves when sharing our creative work and avoiding the need to please.

Love it? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Taking ownership of wanting to try all art forms
Melissa’s weird and wonderful Los Angeles favorites (Bunny museuems? Oh yes!)
Her story behind hanging mediums for the sake of personal inspiration
Why exercising the creative muscle is incredibly beneficial when seeking inspiration
Being a weekend creative warrior
A look inside Melissa’s rebrand to reflect new changes and tastes in her life
Having deeper level of conversation amongst artists... instead of living in the “fluff” of a happy go-lucky branding
The need to please vs. the honest truth in our artistic hearts
Abolishing the need to feel fulfilled through numbers and followers
Drawing inspiration from real people and conversations, observing the creative moments and sparks of ideas from honest experiences
Melissa’s tips for finding inspiration and thinking outside of the box while staying true to who you are
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Melissa’s Tumblr post announcing her change
With the Locals Los Angeles Guide
Ban.do & Jen Gotch
"Show Your Work: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered" by Austin Kleon
"Steal Like An Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative" by Austin Kleon
Iris Apfel’s documentary "Iris"
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Melissa's Short Film Project "The Claw Of Life"
Melissa's Blog "Specs & The City"
Melissa's Instagram (@specs_and_the_city)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Choosing Adventure" With Hand Luggage Only Jun 13, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers join me as I interview two lads from the U.K. who (besides having the cutest accents in the world!) created and run the ever-famous travel blog, Hand Luggage Only. Yaya and Lloyd are a trip and a half and together we chat all about the blogging industry, why the cliches that come along adventure have truth, and their tips on booking your next trip. Together we take an adventure into their experiences around the world and, hopefully, you'll leave inspired to go out and see more of it!

Love what you hear? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Yaya & Lloyd's story about how they met in university and created Hand Luggage Only
Traveling endlessly together and the dynamics of adventuring and understanding each other's ins and outs
How sharing their adventures on Facebook grew into their current blog
Their favorite destinations: Iceland, Norway, Thailand and the Maldives... and why those places resonated with them
Sampling humanity and how travel can open perspectives of those seeing a new side the world
Why we should choose adventure in our lives as a means to open our opportunities and broaden our horizons
The cliches that hold truth: go see the world and find yourself!
Yaya and Lloyd's tips for saving for travel and budgeting young travelers and creating unique adventures without comparing your experience to others
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Yaya & Lloyd's wonderful travel blog Hand Luggage Only
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Hand Luggage Only's Instagram
Hand Luggage Only's Facebook
Hand Luggage Only's Snapchat (@handluggageonly)
Hand Luggage Only's Twitter
Hand Luggage Only's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Choosing Adventure" With Hand Luggage Only Jun 13, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers join me as I interview two lads from the U.K. who (besides having the cutest accents in the world!) created and run the ever-famous travel blog, Hand Luggage Only. Yaya and Lloyd are a trip and a half and together we chat all about the blogging industry, why the cliches that come along adventure have truth, and their tips on booking your next trip. Together we take an adventure into their experiences around the world and, hopefully, you'll leave inspired to go out and see more of it!

Love what you hear? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Yaya & Lloyd's story about how they met in university and created Hand Luggage Only
Traveling endlessly together and the dynamics of adventuring and understanding each other's ins and outs
How sharing their adventures on Facebook grew into their current blog
Their favorite destinations: Iceland, Norway, Thailand and the Maldives... and why those places resonated with them
Sampling humanity and how travel can open perspectives of those seeing a new side the world
Why we should choose adventure in our lives as a means to open our opportunities and broaden our horizons
The cliches that hold truth: go see the world and find yourself!
Yaya and Lloyd's tips for saving for travel and budgeting young travelers and creating unique adventures without comparing your experience to others
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Yaya & Lloyd's wonderful travel blog Hand Luggage Only
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Hand Luggage Only's Instagram
Hand Luggage Only's Facebook
Hand Luggage Only's Snapchat (@handluggageonly)
Hand Luggage Only's Twitter
Hand Luggage Only's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: The Feast Of Saint Pizza (Philly Edition) & How To Organize Your Own Local Pizza Crawl Jun 10, 2016
Oh goodness gracious, today's episode is far from a "mini"sode... but man is it stocked with some gooooood stuff. Hope you're not hungry for this one. Because listen, if you love pizza and if you're looking for an adventure this weekend, you NEED to organize a pizza crawl like this one! Hear our adventures hunting for Philadelphia's best pizza, our insight on other local "crawl" ideas and find out which pizzeria won our hearts (and stomachs).

Like what you hear? Hella inspired? Be sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! Doing so makes it easier for other creative adventurers to find what we do!

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
OUR IN DEPTH BLOG POST FOR TIPS TO ORGANIZE YOUR OWN PIZZA CRAWL IN YOUR TOWN
Other "crawl" ideas including: ice cream, tacos, chicken, burgers, beer and, of course, wine
Sara's post and round up of our experience on her blog Cake Over Steak... be sure to check out her gorgeous illustrations!
Last year's Feast Of Saint Pizza: Lebanon Edition (which we did in our very own town!)
PHILADELPHIA PIZZA CRAWL LOCATIONS:
Lorenzo & Sons
Stogie Joe's Tavern
Dock Street Brewery
Zavino
Pizzeria Vetri
Pizza Brain
Tacconelli's Pizzeria
Pizzeria Beddia
Nomad Pizza
Pizzeria Stella

Minisode: The Feast Of Saint Pizza (Philly Edition) & How To Organize Your Own Local Pizza Crawl Jun 10, 2016
Oh goodness gracious, today's episode is far from a "mini"sode... but man is it stocked with some gooooood stuff. Hope you're not hungry for this one. Because listen, if you love pizza and if you're looking for an adventure this weekend, you NEED to organize a pizza crawl like this one! Hear our adventures hunting for Philadelphia's best pizza, our insight on other local "crawl" ideas and find out which pizzeria won our hearts (and stomachs).

Like what you hear? Hella inspired? Be sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! Doing so makes it easier for other creative adventurers to find what we do!

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
OUR IN DEPTH BLOG POST FOR TIPS TO ORGANIZE YOUR OWN PIZZA CRAWL IN YOUR TOWN
Other "crawl" ideas including: ice cream, tacos, chicken, burgers, beer and, of course, wine
Sara's post and round up of our experience on her blog Cake Over Steak... be sure to check out her gorgeous illustrations!
Last year's Feast Of Saint Pizza: Lebanon Edition (which we did in our very own town!)
PHILADELPHIA PIZZA CRAWL LOCATIONS:
Lorenzo & Sons
Stogie Joe's Tavern
Dock Street Brewery
Zavino
Pizzeria Vetri
Pizza Brain
Tacconelli's Pizzeria
Pizzeria Beddia
Nomad Pizza
Pizzeria Stella

"Squad Goals & Building A Creative Community" With Whitney Justesen Jun 06, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I have a lovely chat with Whitney Justesen, a photographer who's work is so wanderlust-y it's guaranteed to make you want to get out into the wild. Whitney and I's conversation centers around the core beliefs we preach here at Roam + Golightly, so if you really want a sense of what it means to be creative and live adventurously... you have to hear from this girl.

Love it? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

How doing a 365 photography project helped refine Whitney's creative process
Never questioning her artistic intentions to create
Referring to other artist's work to inspire, not compare
Whitney's creative influences and the exhilaration of collaborating with them later on!
The power of social media as a means to connect with our influencers
How music inspires much of Whitney's work
Whitney's list of wanderlusts and the feeling of longing for adventure
How adventure is a perspective, not always an experience
Observance has a personal responsibility to find the beauty in your life

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Flickr
Rosie Hardy
Elizabeth Gadd
"Here & Now"
Robert Cornelius
MORE FROM WHITNEY:
Whitney's gorgeous portfolio and website
Whitney's Flickr
Whitney's Vimeo
Whitney's travel blog
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Whitney's Instagram (@whitneyjustesenphoto)
Whitney's Facebook Page
Whitney's Twitter (@whitneyjustesen)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Squad Goals & Building A Creative Community" With Whitney Justesen Jun 06, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I have a lovely chat with Whitney Justesen, a photographer who's work is so wanderlust-y it's guaranteed to make you want to get out into the wild. Whitney and I's conversation centers around the core beliefs we preach here at Roam + Golightly, so if you really want a sense of what it means to be creative and live adventurously... you have to hear from this girl.

Love it? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

How doing a 365 photography project helped refine Whitney's creative process
Never questioning her artistic intentions to create
Referring to other artist's work to inspire, not compare
Whitney's creative influences and the exhilaration of collaborating with them later on!
The power of social media as a means to connect with our influencers
How music inspires much of Whitney's work
Whitney's list of wanderlusts and the feeling of longing for adventure
How adventure is a perspective, not always an experience
Observance has a personal responsibility to find the beauty in your life

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Flickr
Rosie Hardy
Elizabeth Gadd
"Here & Now"
Robert Cornelius
MORE FROM WHITNEY:
Whitney's gorgeous portfolio and website
Whitney's Flickr
Whitney's Vimeo
Whitney's travel blog
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Whitney's Instagram (@whitneyjustesenphoto)
Whitney's Facebook Page
Whitney's Twitter (@whitneyjustesen)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Do What Sets Your Heart On Fire" With Amanda Marko Of Trouve Magazine May 30, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I sit down with Amanda Marko, the creator, editor-in-chief and publisher of Trouve Magazine. If you haven't heard about Trouve, you need to check out their beautiful bi-annual issues all focused around celebrating the creative lifestyle. This is honestly one of the best conversations I've had about inspiration, the creative lifestyle and how travel can be a muse for artists.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Amanda's career path from a sportswear graphic designer to publisher, editor in chief and creator of "Trouve Magazine"
Amanda's pieces of advice for anyone who's interested in starting a magazine
Trouve's mission to celebrate the creative lifestyle and those who live in
Storytelling through editorial work
The online community Amanda has created through #trouveon and #creativityfound
The joy of the process of creating
What we can learn from the masters of their craft
Amanda's insight on keeping our eyes open in order to experience adventure
And can you notice the reoccurring theme here.... our mutual obsession with ROME?!
How travel can be a muse
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
The Louvre
Pantone's color of the year
MORE FROM AMANDA:
Trouve's Website
#creativityfound's Instagram following and creative community
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Trouve's Instagram (@trouvemag)
Trouve's Twitter (@trouvemag)
Trouve's Facebook
Trouve's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Do What Sets Your Heart On Fire" With Amanda Marko Of Trouve Magazine May 30, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I sit down with Amanda Marko, the creator, editor-in-chief and publisher of Trouve Magazine. If you haven't heard about Trouve, you need to check out their beautiful bi-annual issues all focused around celebrating the creative lifestyle. This is honestly one of the best conversations I've had about inspiration, the creative lifestyle and how travel can be a muse for artists.

Inspired? Feeling adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Amanda's career path from a sportswear graphic designer to publisher, editor in chief and creator of "Trouve Magazine"
Amanda's pieces of advice for anyone who's interested in starting a magazine
Trouve's mission to celebrate the creative lifestyle and those who live in
Storytelling through editorial work
The online community Amanda has created through #trouveon and #creativityfound
The joy of the process of creating
What we can learn from the masters of their craft
Amanda's insight on keeping our eyes open in order to experience adventure
And can you notice the reoccurring theme here.... our mutual obsession with ROME?!
How travel can be a muse
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
The Louvre
Pantone's color of the year
MORE FROM AMANDA:
Trouve's Website
#creativityfound's Instagram following and creative community
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Trouve's Instagram (@trouvemag)
Trouve's Twitter (@trouvemag)
Trouve's Facebook
Trouve's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"A Little Bit Of Everything" With Bianca Cash May 23, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I sit down and chat with Bianca Cash, an illustrator, typographer, graphic designer and photographer (whew!) all the way from Melbourne, Australia. Get ready to hear the cutest accent ever! Bianca is the definition of a multi-faceted creative and together we chat about her approach to adopting a flexible approach to processing her work and creating quirky, cool designs.
Love what you hear? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
The weird relationships that come with Internet friends who turn into real friends!
Melbourne's hidden gems & cool coffee shop scene
Bianca's decision to leave college for freelance work and her desire to return to the collegiate environment
How Bianca sources her inspiration from past artists in galleries and books
Her multifaceted process for working on creative projects
How travel allows Bianca to take a break from typography and reinvigorate her imagination
Our love for Japanese culture
Personal style and branding
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Wabi Sabi- Japanese Ceramics
Melbourne Coffee Scene
MORE FROM BIANCA:
Bianca's Gorgeous Portfolio & Store (her print shop is beyond!)
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Bianca's Instagram (@biancacash)
Bianca's Twitter (@biancacash)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"A Little Bit Of Everything" With Bianca Cash May 23, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I sit down and chat with Bianca Cash, an illustrator, typographer, graphic designer and photographer (whew!) all the way from Melbourne, Australia. Get ready to hear the cutest accent ever! Bianca is the definition of a multi-faceted creative and together we chat about her approach to adopting a flexible approach to processing her work and creating quirky, cool designs.
Love what you hear? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. The more comments, the easier it is for other creative adventurers (like yourself) to find what we do!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
The weird relationships that come with Internet friends who turn into real friends!
Melbourne's hidden gems & cool coffee shop scene
Bianca's decision to leave college for freelance work and her desire to return to the collegiate environment
How Bianca sources her inspiration from past artists in galleries and books
Her multifaceted process for working on creative projects
How travel allows Bianca to take a break from typography and reinvigorate her imagination
Our love for Japanese culture
Personal style and branding
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Wabi Sabi- Japanese Ceramics
Melbourne Coffee Scene
MORE FROM BIANCA:
Bianca's Gorgeous Portfolio & Store (her print shop is beyond!)
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Bianca's Instagram (@biancacash)
Bianca's Twitter (@biancacash)
Laura's Instagram (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Taking Off" With Margo Paige of The Overseas Escape May 16, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Margo and I discuss the ins and outs of travel blogging and her recent return to the good ol' US of A. This episode is stocked with great conversation of the meaning of adventure, a little bit of fan-girling, (Margo was my travel blogger ICON when I started the old travel blog) and A LOT of great moments while we discuss the importance of adventure in our every day lives.
Feeling inspired and adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us your most creative review. This is the last week to submit for a chance to win some Amazon cash money to treat yo'self!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Learning more about Margo's experience abroad in Europe and the story behind her blog The Overseas Escape
Using her blog as a diary (of sorts) to connect and document memories and tell true recollections of their experiences to her readers
How deepening your roots in a place (whether Europe or otherwise) is the most meaningful experience
Choosing travel as a priority is a notion of self development
Margo's ideas for local adventure
How choosing an adventurous life is NOT the easy route, but it is the most fulfilling
How adventure can be a muse, but also be a way to create a more informed society
Margo's Heidelberg must-dos and hidden gems
How repatriation is going for her and her husband

RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Heidelberg, Germany
Charlottesville, Virginia
Living In Yellow
Travel Guides: Fodor's, Rick Steves Guides
MORE FROM MARGO:

Margo's Gorgeous Travel Blog
Margo's Escape Guides
Escape Presets: Lightroom Presets for Travelers
Escape to Tuscany in October 2016
20 One Week Europe Itineraries
The Most Beautiful Place in the World - Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Margo's Instagram (@margo.paige)
Margo's Twitter (@OverseasEscape)
Margo's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE PODCAST?
Give me a shout! The part of the podcast I love the most is being able to feature makers, products and small businesses for the listeners to support.
Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!

"Taking Off" With Margo Paige of The Overseas Escape May 16, 2016
In this episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Margo and I discuss the ins and outs of travel blogging and her recent return to the good ol' US of A. This episode is stocked with great conversation of the meaning of adventure, a little bit of fan-girling, (Margo was my travel blogger ICON when I started the old travel blog) and A LOT of great moments while we discuss the importance of adventure in our every day lives.
Feeling inspired and adventurous? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us your most creative review. This is the last week to submit for a chance to win some Amazon cash money to treat yo'self!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Learning more about Margo's experience abroad in Europe and the story behind her blog The Overseas Escape
Using her blog as a diary (of sorts) to connect and document memories and tell true recollections of their experiences to her readers
How deepening your roots in a place (whether Europe or otherwise) is the most meaningful experience
Choosing travel as a priority is a notion of self development
Margo's ideas for local adventure
How choosing an adventurous life is NOT the easy route, but it is the most fulfilling
How adventure can be a muse, but also be a way to create a more informed society
Margo's Heidelberg must-dos and hidden gems
How repatriation is going for her and her husband

RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Heidelberg, Germany
Charlottesville, Virginia
Living In Yellow
Travel Guides: Fodor's, Rick Steves Guides
MORE FROM MARGO:

Margo's Gorgeous Travel Blog
Margo's Escape Guides
Escape Presets: Lightroom Presets for Travelers
Escape to Tuscany in October 2016
20 One Week Europe Itineraries
The Most Beautiful Place in the World - Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Margo's Instagram (@margo.paige)
Margo's Twitter (@OverseasEscape)
Margo's Pinterest
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE PODCAST?
Give me a shout! The part of the podcast I love the most is being able to feature makers, products and small businesses for the listeners to support.
Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!

Minisode: Local Adventure Ideas, Favorite Podcasts & Creative Pursuits May 13, 2016
Hey hey hey! For our first minisode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I'll be answering some questions you all have sent my way... because you rule. These minisodes are probably my favorite way to connect with you all and I can't wait to do more of these unstructured and fun episodes this season.
Have a question you'd like answered on a future minisode? Ask away!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
The story behind the brand's name
Advice for anyone feeling down in the dumps about where they're living
How adventure is a perspective, not an experience
My outlets for artist expression and my history in the arts (starting as a musical theater nerd and transforming into doing what I do now)
Favorite podcasts... see list below!
A confession that I REALLY LOVE CORGIS
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Sara @ Cake Over Steak
A Beautiful Mess's Blog Life Course
Breakfast At Tiffany's
My favorite podcasts: Serial, Invisibilia, TED Radio Hour, Pop Culture Happy Hour, Jess Lively, Being Boss, Make It Happen, The She-Pod, Slumber Party With Allie and Georgia, The Mystery Show, My Favorite Murder, Criminal, Pardon My French, State Of The Arts, One Part Podcast, Women Of The Hour, Accidental Creative, GIRLBOSS Radio
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

Minisode: Local Adventure Ideas, Favorite Podcasts & Creative Pursuits May 13, 2016
Hey hey hey! For our first minisode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, I'll be answering some questions you all have sent my way... because you rule. These minisodes are probably my favorite way to connect with you all and I can't wait to do more of these unstructured and fun episodes this season.
Have a question you'd like answered on a future minisode? Ask away!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
The story behind the brand's name
Advice for anyone feeling down in the dumps about where they're living
How adventure is a perspective, not an experience
My outlets for artist expression and my history in the arts (starting as a musical theater nerd and transforming into doing what I do now)
Favorite podcasts... see list below!
A confession that I REALLY LOVE CORGIS
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Sara @ Cake Over Steak
A Beautiful Mess's Blog Life Course
Breakfast At Tiffany's
My favorite podcasts: Serial, Invisibilia, TED Radio Hour, Pop Culture Happy Hour, Jess Lively, Being Boss, Make It Happen, The She-Pod, Slumber Party With Allie and Georgia, The Mystery Show, My Favorite Murder, Criminal, Pardon My French, State Of The Arts, One Part Podcast, Women Of The Hour, Accidental Creative, GIRLBOSS Radio
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

"Get Out There" With Hello America May 09, 2016
In the second episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Kristen Blanton of Hello America and I chat about all things America, including the glamorous and not so glamorous joys living on the road (like Jack Kerouac!), the art of documentation using film photography and Hello America's future adventures. If you haven't heard of Hello America, be sure to check out their website and Instagram listed below... what Kristen and Matt do is totally rad-city.

Love our episodes? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. Your kind words and rating make it easier for other creative adventurers to find us!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Kristen and Matt's life on the American road
Hello America's beginnings and mission
Kristen's background in analogue photography and writing
The highs and lows of living on the road
Kristen's tips for anyone looking to find adventure
How music has inspired Kristen and Matt's creativity

RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:

Joshua Tree
Jack Kerouac's "On The Road"
Jon Krakauer's "Into The Wild"
MORE FROM HELLO AMERICA:
Hello America's beautiful website
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Hello America's Instagram (@helloamerica_)
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE PODCAST?
Give me a shout! The part of the podcast I love the most is being able to feature makers, products and small businesses for the listeners to support.
Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!

"Get Out There" With Hello America May 09, 2016
In the second episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Kristen Blanton of Hello America and I chat about all things America, including the glamorous and not so glamorous joys living on the road (like Jack Kerouac!), the art of documentation using film photography and Hello America's future adventures. If you haven't heard of Hello America, be sure to check out their website and Instagram listed below... what Kristen and Matt do is totally rad-city.

Love our episodes? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review. Your kind words and rating make it easier for other creative adventurers to find us!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Kristen and Matt's life on the American road
Hello America's beginnings and mission
Kristen's background in analogue photography and writing
The highs and lows of living on the road
Kristen's tips for anyone looking to find adventure
How music has inspired Kristen and Matt's creativity

RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:

Joshua Tree
Jack Kerouac's "On The Road"
Jon Krakauer's "Into The Wild"
MORE FROM HELLO AMERICA:
Hello America's beautiful website
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Hello America's Instagram (@helloamerica_)
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE PODCAST?
Give me a shout! The part of the podcast I love the most is being able to feature makers, products and small businesses for the listeners to support.
Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!

"Grand Possibilities" With Ziza Bauer Of Darling Magazine May 02, 2016
In the first episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Ziza Bauer and I discuss her winding road from med student to online managing editor of Darling Magazine, as well our undying love for Italy and slow living. As someone who's had the hugest lady crush on Ziza's wordsmith skills and wandering ways, I can honestly say there couldn't be anyone more perfect to kick off season one's first episode!
Love what you hear? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us your most creative review. We're giving away three $25 Amazon gift cards for our favorites!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Catching up with Ziza and her cross country move from Los Angeles to Nashville
Ziza's change from medical student to writer and how giving herself some time and space allowed her to reflect on her professional pursuits
Her creative community in Los Angeles and how surrounding herself with passionate and inspiring people propelled her forward
Championing true and authentic stories about relationships, womanhood and matters of the heart
Ziza's favorite travel memories, her kinship with Europe and how freaking amazing Italian living is
The richness of living a curious, adventurous lifestyle without collecting passports or traveling overseas
Her advice on how to experience adventure in our own neck of the woods
The beauty of holding on to hope, staying open to the grand possibilities of life and Ziza's favorite slogan "you never know"
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Darling Magazine
MORE FROM ZIZA:
The Myths of Wanderlust - Is wanderlust something solely for the young and free?
Recreating the Italian Aperitivo - Detailing this Italian entertaining trend for San Pellegrino.
How to Rock a 3-Day Weekend - Not just an extra day off, but a chance to escape.
Use Your Words - Revealing the power our words can have in the relationships we value.
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Ziza's Instagram - (@zizavita)
Ziza's Twitter - (@nicoleziza)
Ziza's Website
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE PODCAST?
Give me a shout! The part of the podcast I love the most is being able to feature makers, products and small businesses for the listeners to support.
Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!

"Grand Possibilities" With Ziza Bauer Of Darling Magazine May 02, 2016
In the first episode of Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers, Ziza Bauer and I discuss her winding road from med student to online managing editor of Darling Magazine, as well our undying love for Italy and slow living. As someone who's had the hugest lady crush on Ziza's wordsmith skills and wandering ways, I can honestly say there couldn't be anyone more perfect to kick off season one's first episode!
Love what you hear? Make sure to subscribe on iTunes and leave us your most creative review. We're giving away three $25 Amazon gift cards for our favorites!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Catching up with Ziza and her cross country move from Los Angeles to Nashville
Ziza's change from medical student to writer and how giving herself some time and space allowed her to reflect on her professional pursuits
Her creative community in Los Angeles and how surrounding herself with passionate and inspiring people propelled her forward
Championing true and authentic stories about relationships, womanhood and matters of the heart
Ziza's favorite travel memories, her kinship with Europe and how freaking amazing Italian living is
The richness of living a curious, adventurous lifestyle without collecting passports or traveling overseas
Her advice on how to experience adventure in our own neck of the woods
The beauty of holding on to hope, staying open to the grand possibilities of life and Ziza's favorite slogan "you never know"
RESOURCES AND OTHER GOOD STUFF MENTIONED:
Darling Magazine
MORE FROM ZIZA:
The Myths of Wanderlust - Is wanderlust something solely for the young and free?
Recreating the Italian Aperitivo - Detailing this Italian entertaining trend for San Pellegrino.
How to Rock a 3-Day Weekend - Not just an extra day off, but a chance to escape.
Use Your Words - Revealing the power our words can have in the relationships we value.
CONNECT WITH US HERE:
Ziza's Instagram - (@zizavita)
Ziza's Twitter - (@nicoleziza)
Ziza's Website
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE PODCAST?
Give me a shout! The part of the podcast I love the most is being able to feature makers, products and small businesses for the listeners to support.
Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!

Welcome! (& A Sneak Peek) Apr 25, 2016
Take a sneak peek into what Roam + Golightly: A Podcast For Creative Adventurers is alllllllll about! Each week, I'll be interviewing some of the raddest explorers and artists out there to pick their brains about how we can lead an adventurous, creative life.... even while working nine to five.
Our first episode is coming in hot in less than a week. And in the meantime, subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss a thing!

IN THIS EPISODE:
Who I am (more here, if you're interested!)
What the podcast is all about (read about our mission here)
CONNECT WITH LAURA HERE:
Laura's Instagram - (@roamandgolightly)
Laura's Twitter - (@roam_golightly)
Laura's Snapchat (@roam_golightly)

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE PODCAST?
Give me a shout! The part of the podcast I love the most is being able to feature makers, products and small businesses for the listeners to support.
Name * First Name Last Name Email Address * Subject * Message * Thank you!

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