Most memorable journeys
Most Memorable Journeys is a travel and life-story podcast hosted by Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis, a multilingual globetrotter who has visited over 100 countries and now lives in Cyprus. Drawing on her years as a tour guide and conference interpreter, she invites guests from around the world to share the travel experiences that stayed with them. Episodes range from cultural heritage campaigns and aviation entrepreneurship to cosmic storytelling and personal turning points. The weekly conversations aim to inspire wanderlust and offer life wisdom, with the recurring reminder that life is too short to stay in one place.
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#244 - Dr. Max Nikias - The American Trojan - A Journey from Refugee to University President
In this inspiring episode I sit down with Dr. C. L. Max Nikias, renowned academic, engineer, author, and former President of the University of Southern California (USC).Born in Cyprus, Dr. Nikias' story is one of resilience, determination, and the transformative power of education. From humble beginnings on a small Mediterranean island to leading one of the world's most prestigious universities, h
#243 - Patricia Elias - No Peace without Women
In this inspiring episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I welcome Patricia Elias, an international human rights lawyer, women's rights advocate, humanitarian, and global campaigner for peace.Born in Lebanon and working on the international stage, Patricia has dedicated her life to advancing human rights, gender equality, and the meaningful participation of women in decision-making. Her remarkable jo
#242 - Marcel Heim - From Switzerland to the Canadian Rockies, Bus Driving and a Debut Album
What happens when a Swiss-born business man who become a bus driver living in the Canadian Rockies decides it's never too late to follow a dream?In this inspiring episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I speak with Marcel Heim, a man whose life journey proves that reinvention has no age limit.Born in Switzerland and now living in Cochrane, Alberta, Marcel spent much of his professional life working i
#241 - Stephanie Molina y Vedia - The Fearless Football Agent
In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, I sit down with my dear friend Stephanie Molina y Vedia, a woman whose life story is nothing short of extraordinary.A mother of four, a global citizen, and the only female football agent in Switzerland, Stephanie’s journey is one of courage, reinvention, and unwavering determination.From dominating the male-driven world of commodities trading as the “Co
#240 - Marcia Martin - She helped create the human potential movement
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Marcia Martin, a true pioneer in the world of personal transformation.For over five decades, Marcia has been at the forefront of leadership, communication, and human potential, helping shape an entire industry. This conversation is not just about success, it is about truth, authenticity, and what it really means to step into your power.Marcia Martin is not
#239 - Jill Douka - Leading with Purpose, Power and Heart
In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, I sit down with Jill Douka, a woman who truly embodies leadership, transformation, and global impact.Ranked among the top 4% of coaches worldwide as a Master Certified Coach (MCC) by the International Coaching Federation, Jill is not only a coach, but a force of change. Through her work, she has empowered thousands of individuals across Europe, the U
#238 - Monica Marlatt - Puzzled about everything
What happens when life suddenly becomes… quiet?In this heartfelt and uplifting episode, I sit down with Monica, who shares how a simple hobby turned into a powerful lifeline during one of life’s biggest transitions, the empty-nester phase.After spending 25 years as a devoted stay-at-home mother, Monica found herself facing a silence she wasn’t quite prepared for when her last child moved out. What
#237 - Christiana Sykopetritis Kyriakides - A Most Memorable Journey Through Food and Travel
In this deliciously inspiring episode, I sit down with my wonderful friend Christiana Sykopetritis Kyriakides, restaurant explorer, cooking addict, culinary influencer, food traveller, and the creative force behind the popular Instagram account @mychicdish.Christiana’s journey into the world of food began at just 17 years old when she moved to London to study. Suddenly, she was exposed to an incre
#236 - Carla Sridevi Cohen -Hollywood, Healing and Rising Without Apology
In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, I sit down with the extraordinary Carla Sridevi Cohen, bestselling author, award-winning business strategist, leadership coach, speaker, and healer whose life journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the transformative power of healing. She is the author of the newly published book "Radiant Revolution - The Rise of Feminin Wisdom & T
#235 - Oz Karahan - More Than Politics: A Journey Toward a United Cyprus
In this thought-provoking and insightful episode, I sit down with Oz Karahan, political activist, journalist, and founder and leader of the Union of Cypriots, a movement dedicated to the reunification of Cyprus and the promotion of a shared Cypriot identity.Oz Karahan has long been a passionate voice for peace, dialogue, and cooperation on the island. Through his activism and journalism, he has wo
#234 - Dr Edward Tick - Sacred Travel and the Art of Healing
In this deeply meaningful and soul-stirring episode, I am joined by the extraordinary Dr. Edward Tick, psychotherapist, healer, author, and international pilgrimage guide whose life’s work bridges psychology, spirituality, and sacred travel.Dr. Tick has spent decades helping individuals heal emotional and spiritual wounds through therapeutic work, sacred journeys, and immersion in ancient landscap
#233 - Dr Natalia Kardash - The Art of Business Networking
In this insightful and high-level episode of Most Memorable Journeys, Elisabeth speaks with Natalia Kardash, one of Cyprus’ most influential connectors in business, media, and international relations.For over 26 years, Natalia has called Cyprus home, building an extraordinary personal business network of more than 6,000 people, enabling her to bridge international executiv
#232 - Kay Honig - Personalized, high quality excursions across Mexico
In this inspiring and adventure-filled episode, Elisabeth sits down with Kay Honig, a man whose life has been shaped by curiosity, courage, and an unshakeable passion for travel.Kay began his professional journey in Holland, working in a flower import–export company. It was during this time that he discovered the beauty and magic of Central America, a discovery that changed his
#231 - Joy Owens - Faith, Adventure & New Beginnings
In this uplifting and adventure-packed episode, Elisabeth sits down with Joy Owens, a woman whose life has been shaped by faith, curiosity, and a deep love for exploring the world.Joy shares her extraordinary childhood as a missionary kid, moving from the U.S. to Zambia at age 13, where she grew up surrounded by community, culture, and the wide-open beauty of Africa. Her passion for
#230 - Rand Timmerman - A Spiritual Passage - Journey Through War, Recovery & the Appalachian Trail
In this powerful and profoundly human episode, Elisabeth welcomes Rand Timmerman, Marine Corps veteran, attorney, author, and living testament to resilience. Rand shares his extraordinary life journey, beginning with his decision to enlist in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, following a family tradition of service. He speaks openly about his years as a Mustang Lieutenan
#229 - Despo Pavlou - My Kind of Normal - A Journey of Courage and Authenticity
In this deeply moving and thought-provoking episode, Elisabeth speaks with Despo Pavlou, author of the powerful debut novel "My Kind of Normal."Born in South Africa to Greek Cypriot parents who immigrated there in the 1960s, Despo grew up between two worlds, steeped in tradition yet surrounded by the vibrant diversity of South African life. Her cross-cultural upbringing an
#228 - Jo Katsaras - Wardrobe Alchemy, Transforming Fabric into Film Magic
In this fascinating episode, Elisabeth speaks with Jo Katsaras, a world-renowned Costume Designer whose visionary work has graced some of Hollywood’s beloved films and series.Born in Cyprus, Jo moved to South Africa at the age of five — a cultural fusion that would later define her unique artistic style. Growing up in vibrant 1970s Johannesburg, Jo’s creative journey
#227 - Andrew Herr - Jet Lag Is Optional: Biohacking Your Travel Health
In this episode of Most Memorable Journeys, Elisabeth sits down with Andrew Herr, founder of FlyKitt, a cutting-edge wellness brand helping travellers, athletes, and business professionals beat jet lag, fight travel fatigue, and stay at peak performance, wherever they go.Andrew’s story is one of brilliance and boldness. With a background in human performance science,&
#226 - Barbara Caver - A little piece of Cuba - Journey into Identity and Heritage
In this soul-stirring episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I talk to author and storyteller Barbara Caver, whose path from South Carolina to Cuba took her far beyond geography and deep into the heart of identity, belonging, and self-discovery.Barbara, a seasoned television and film professional turned memoirist, opens up about what it means to explore a homeland she had never seen bu
#225 - Chad Scott - Dark Tourism - Finding Healing Through Grief, Travel & Transformation
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, I am joined by Chad Scott, a therapist-turned-explorer and the author of Beyond the Darkness, a memoir that blends the rawness of grief, the depth of human emotion, and the transformative power of travel.After a life-altering liver transplant and navigating profound loss and illness, Chad did something unexpected, he set off on a global journey, visiting
#224 - Mikaela Messiou - Awaken the Goddess within
In this deeply empowering episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I’m joined by Mikaela Messiou, entrepreneur, author, female empowerment coach, and founder of the Awaken the Goddess Within coaching program. Mikaela is on a mission to help women transform their wellness, finances, and home life through consciousness, practical strategies, and inner alignment.We dive
#223 - Phil Treagus-Evans - Authenticity Sells: The Human First Marketing Revolution
In this episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I speak with Phil Treagus Evans — author of Human First Marketing and CEO of Giraffe Social Media, a global agency built on creativity, authenticity, and connection.Phil is not only a business leader but also a storyteller at heart. With his forward-thinking approach to marketing, he challenges the old ways of chasing algori
#222 - Ancius M. Murray - The Magical Journey of John and Adele
In this heartfelt and illuminating episode, I reconnect with two of the three authors behind The Magical Journey of John and Adele — Darius and Marija, whom I had the pleasure of meeting in Cyprus. Though I haven’t yet met Mary from Ireland, her presence in this powerful trio is deeply felt in the spirit of the book and their unique collaboration. Together, they
#221 - Helen Argyrou - Healing Through Rhythm: Sacred Sound, Drumming & Feminine Truth
In this episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I sit down with the extraordinary Helen Argyrou, a clinical psychologist, sacred sound therapist, speaker, author, and global thought leader based in Limassol, Cyprus, whose roots trace back to Africa.Helen brings a unique fusion of science and spirituality into everything she does, whether it’s through drumming therapy
Stavros Nicolaou - Health Security, Innovation & Impact
In this powerful and insightful episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I sit down with Dr. Stavros Nicolaou, a pioneering leader in Africa’s pharmaceutical sector and Group Senior Executive of Strategic Trade Development at Aspen Pharmacare, one of South Africa’s most globalized companies.Dr. Nicolaou shares the remarkable journey of his 30+ year career in the healthcare
Demetris Skourides - Shaping Cyprus as a Global Innovation Powerhouse
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Demetris Skourides, the Chief Scientist for Research, Innovation, and Technology of the Republic of Cyprus, a visionary leader who is reshaping the country’s future and putting Cyprus on the global map of science, innovation, and AI.We explore his journey from a global career at Oracle and AWS to becoming the architect of Cyprus’s Vision 2035, w
Laura Stefania Efthimiou -From Numbers to Nature
In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I sit down with the multi-talented Laura-Stefania Efthimiou—accountant by profession, biophilic designer by passion, and the creative force behind Design With Moss.Laura shares her extraordinary story, from growing up in post-communist Romania after the loss of her father, to watching her mother courageously
Viola Edward - Breath, Grit, and Global Impact
In this episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I’m joined by the extraordinary Viola Edward, a transcultural psychotherapist, award-winning mentor, conscious business consultant, and an unstoppable force for global empowerment.From escaping war-torn Lebanon at the age of 13 to becoming a leading voice in emotional resilience, conscious leadership, and breathwork, Viola's story is one o
Andreas Athinodorou -Finance, Freedom & the Sea
In this deeply moving and multifaceted episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I’m joined by Andreas Athinodorou—a man who bridges the world of high-level international finance and heartfelt community leadership.As the Founder and CEO of ATG Funds, Andreas brings over 30 years of international experience in corporate finance, global asset management, and investment structuring. But beyo
Andrew Coudounaris -Innovation, Identity & the Future of Media
In this forward-thinking episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I talk to the brilliant and multifaceted Andrew Coudounaris—a South African-born entrepreneur, innovator, and Co-Founder of Onyx Radio and Onyx Media Tech. Now based in Cyprus, Andrew brings a global perspective, a passion for media technology, and an unwavering drive to create meaningful, immersive experiences t
Larisa Miller - Purposeful Disruption and Global Leadership
In this inspiring episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I talk to the remarkable Larisa Miller, a powerhouse entrepreneur, global strategist, and visionary leader who is reshaping the way we do business across the world.Born on a farm in Hershey County, Pennsylvania, Larisa’s journey from rural beginnings to global boardrooms is nothing short of extraordinary. We explore her deep
George Donikian - On Heritage, Headlines, and the Power of Identity
In this episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I’m joined by legendary Australian broadcaster George Donikian, a man whose voice has shaped newsrooms across three national TV networks and whose story is as rich as the cultures he proudly represents.We dive into George’s Greek-Armenian roots, growing up in Sydney speaking Greek, Armenian, and Turkish before learning English at the
Tsvety Roo - Turning Loneliness into Empowerment: How Solo Travel can lead to Self-Growth
In this episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I talk with the brave and inspiring Tsvety Roo, a digital nomad, solo traveler, and soul searcher who’s turned the world into both her home and her teacher.Once thriving in a high-powered career at a New York City agency, Tsvety made a radical shift: she gave it all up to embrace minimalism and nomadic living. With nothing but a backp
Lubomira Mlcuchova -From Behind the Iron Curtain to the Island of Love
In this deeply moving episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I speak with a remarkable woman whose life story reads like a journey from suppression to soulful awakening.Born and raised in Czechoslovakia, behind the borders of the Western world, her early years were shaped by the restrictions of life before the Velvet Revolution. But it was in the aftermath of political transformation t
Tonia Buxton - From My Cypriot Kitchen to the World - Tonia Unfiltered
In this vibrant and heartwarming episode of Most Memorable Journeys, I talk with the charismatic and passionate Tonia Buxton—British TV presenter, restaurateur, author, and proud ambassador of Greek Cypriot culture.We dive into a rich conversation about life, family, Cyprus, and how Tonia followed her passion to become a global voice for Cypriot food and heritage. From the vibrant d
Elly Symons - Gardians of Heritage - The fight for the Parthenon Marbles
In this inspiring episode, I talk with Elly Symons — a passionate Greek-Australian cultural heritage advocate and leading voice in the international campaign to return the Parthenon Marbles to Greece.Elly is the Vice President of the Australian Parthenon Committee and co-founder of the Acropolis Research Group. With deep roots in Ithaca and Agros, Cyprus, she splits her time between Australia
Dr Vasilis Papavasiliou - Simply Cypriot but far travelled
In this exciting episode, we sit down with Dr. Vasilis Papavasiliou, an esteemed academic and tourism scholar with a passion for culture, identity, and the evolution of tourism. As the Head of the Hospitality & Tourism Field and a Senior Lecturer, Dr. Papavasiliou’s work focuses on how individuals and communities engage with tourism and hospitality. His research dives deep
Dr. John LaCasse PhD - From Yachtbroker to Cosmic Storyteller
In this episode, we explore the life of Dr. John LaCasse, a man whose journey spans from the heights of wealth and business success to the depths of metaphysical exploration. Born with an innate fascination for adventure and the unknown, John spent 25 years as a successful yacht broker, forming relationships with powerful figures like George Shultz, Gene Hackman, Jacques Couste
Pat Labez - Embracing the Third Act
In this episode, we sit down with Pat Labez, a dynamic and multifaceted individual who has embraced life’s many transitions, from a young realtor to a passionate advocate for seniors and mental health. Born in the Philippines, raised in Hawaii, and having lived from coast to coast in the U.S., Pat’s journey has been anything but conventional, but it’s a testament to the power of reinvention a
Andreas Christodoulides - From Childhood Dreamer to Aviation Entrepreneur
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Andreas Christodoulides, the visionary founder of Zela Aviation and Zela Jet. Andreas was born and raised in Cyprus and has spent the majority of his life living in the UK. He now resides in Greece with his family, his company currently has offices in Cyprus, Greece and the UK. Andreas’ passion for aviation star
Angela Betancourt - Bold Decisions from around the World
In this episode, we’re joined by Angela Betancourt, a seasoned global communications expert and storyteller with a rich and diverse career. Angela has spent her life embracing bold moves, whether it was helping rebuild economies in post-Ebola Sierra Leone, promoting sustainable tourism in Central America, or even joining the U.S. Air Force Reserves in her late 30
Hélène Alexi Ioannides - Unlocking Authenticity and Empowerment
In this inspiring episode, we are joined by Hélène Alexi Ioannides, a globally recognized Systemic Therapist, Leadership & Authenticity Coach, and Sound Healer. Known for her heart-centered yet fierce approach to transformation, Hélène has helped countless individuals reconnect with their truth and reclaim their personal power.With a diverse international background, Hélène has lived in multip
Paula Swepson Avery and Dayna Reggero - The Power of Community
Dayna Reggero has been a guest before on Most Memorable Journeys. She is a big supporter of community and has introduced me to Paula. She is joining the episode for support and more insights.In this episode, we dive into the transformative journey of Paula Swepson-Avery, a woman whose career shift from manufacturing to community-driven leadership has had a profound impact on her hometown of West M
Rosamaria Mancini - She accompanied the Pope to the Holy Land
Rosamaria is the author of the book SOS Podcasts. In the book she tells her unique story of being a woman, wife, and mother living abroad. A self described “big pain,” hypochondriac, and perfectionist, she details her quirks and how they were exacerbated during her time in both Italy and Germany, and how she turned to podcasts to feel less alone and more connected. In a refreshingly original,
200 Episodes later - The host becomes the guest, Elisabeth unplugged
Reaching 200 podcast episodes is no small feat—and I wanted to mark the occasion with something truly special.When I mentioned this to a friend, she said, “Why don’t you be the guest for once, instead of the host?”I loved the idea immediately. But then came the next question: Who would host it?And then it hit me—who better than my brilliant young friend Emilia Papadopoulos?An award-winni
East Africa captured my heart
I haven't done an episode on my own for a while but my recent trip to Kenya and Tanzania deserves to be shared with my audience.In this episode I am taking you on a captivating adventure through East Africa—Kenya and Tanzania. From the friendly people and stunning landscapes to the mesmerizing wildlife, every aspect of this journey was nothing short of magical.I am sharing my experience of traveli
Michalis Pantelides - Lady Gaga needs my scarf
Great banter about the fashion industry, Paris fashion week, how to travel in style on a private jet and homophobia in Cyprus. A conversation straight from the heart reminding Anna Vissi that she needs to wear Michalis' scarf and Lady Gaga that she needs to have one of Michalis' scarfs. Michalis Pantelidis (Nicosia, 1993) is a Cypriot Textiles Designer. He graduated from the University o
Morgan Garrett - Wanderlust Inc.
Morgan is a nurse practitioner who loves to travel, write, and capture moments through photography, she is committed to assisting individuals in achieving balance in their lives through coaching and consulting. Her personalized lifestyle and wellness coaching approach is designed to empower you to adopt a growth centered and fulfilling life through experience and creativity. What makes h
Andrew Serra - FDNY Fire Fighter during 9/11
Andrew Serra is the author of several books, including The Dead Florentines, La Petite Parisienne, and Zuccotti Park. In 2018, he published Finding John, a memoir of his experience as a firefighter responding to the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. He has been featured on FOX-5 NY Good Day Wake Up, NY1 News Around the Boroughs, and Z100 Elvis Duran and the Morning Show. He lives in New Yo
Yaren Fadiloglulari - An Island Girl who writes about all things travel
Yaren Fadiloglulari is a Turkish Cypriot freelance writer for travel publications and a content writer for travel and education companies. She has participated in the Rotary Friendship Exchange program and spent a month in the US when she was a teenager. Trying to keep the conversation with this beautiful young woman as unpolitical as possible. She recently joined the Cyprus Travel Write
Teri M Brown - Great Double-Butted Adventure
Born in Athens, Greece as an Air Force brat, Teri M Brown came into this world with an imagination full of stories to tell. She now calls the North Carolina coast home, and the peaceful nature of the sea has been a great source of inspiration for her creativity.Not letting 2020 get the best of her, Teri chose to go on an adventure that changed her outlook on life. She and her husband, Bruce, rode
Jorge Salas Guevara - Expedition Addicted for life
Jorge Salas-Guevara is the President and Founder of New Paths Expeditions (NPE); his journey began at a very young age when he had the fortune to spend his summers in the rugged beauty of Patagonia, where he embraced the role of a mountain and trekking guide. Such experiences ignited a lifelong commitment to adventure and exploration. These early ventures laid the groundwork for a unique career in
Pamdiana Jones - When in ROAM
California Girl Pam was always spontaneous, but then a 3 month trip overseas turns into an epic journey as she backpacked around the world SOLO for 3 years. Her sarcasm and optimism got her into and out of trouble through Africa, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand in the 1990's. Follow her adventures as she fumbles her way into EVERYTHING. Sarcastic and optim
Maddi Bourgerie - Off the beaten path with an RV rental
Maddi Bourgerie is the Director of Communications and Travel Expert Spokesperson at RVshare. Since joining the company three years ago, Bourgerie has been dedicated to raising awareness for the brand and RV travel as a whole managing the company's publicity and brand initiatives. She is dedicated to the company’s mission to help travelers feel invigorated by the magic of an RV adventure. As an act
Adam Stuart - Quit the job, sell everything and travel around the world with a family of 6 for a year
Adam Stuart and his family recently returned home from a year of travel with a family of 6. He quit my dream job and left corporate America to do something crazy. They made stops in 18 countries. Now they are back in the US trying to acclimate to modern American life but also trying to bring the lessons they learned into their lives! In this episode he shares the story and talks about how we
Aisha Makara - From an Orphan in Mongolia to an International Trailblazer
Aisha is a resilient Mongolian artist, engineer, and entrepreneur with a remarkable life journey. It all started as an orphan in Russia, but she refused to let her circumstances define her. Instead, she embarked on a thrilling adventure, traveling the world and gaining an engineering degree in Norway.Together with co-founding a successful property management company in Portugal, Lisbon White
Sarah Casewit - Multilingual Luxury Travel Curator
Sarah Casewit is an expert travel consultant, business advisor, entrepreneur, and creator of transformative experiences. With over 15 years in the luxury travel industry, Sarah is an experienced entrepreneur, trusted business consultant, and travel expert specializing in transformative travel and bespoke experiences. Her career began in Buenos Aires, Argentina, playing a key role at a luxury tour
Bert terHart - Circling the globe on a boat and known as 'the safest person on the planet' during the coronavirus crisis
Bert terHart left Victoria, BC, on October 27, 2019, with the goal of emulating solo navigators who travelled half a century or more ago—without electronic charts, or GPS. Thus, he passed the five great southern capes going east using only a sextant, paper charts, pencil and log tables—a feat previously accomplished by eight single-handing sailors in the past, but none of them starting from North
Miles Spencer - He mentors two Kids and several Founders
He calls himself a fairly normal guy from Pittsburgh that strayed a long way from home. He has been a mentor of tech founders for 30 years, and a father of kids for 11. The similarities are remarkable.His day job has been to help create over 1,100 jobs while founding, financing, building and exiting three digital media companies. Prior to that, he was a Venture Principal at Capital Express, hoste
Valentinos Fillipou - About the bees and what happens to the drones
Valentinos started an online Greek tutoring business while he was studying in the UK and has been running it for many years.However, he comes from a bee-keeping family. Since 1983, they have been working professionally in the bee-keeping sector. Over all these years, thanks to their hard work and a love of bees, they have managed to build strong relationships with their customers, founded on trust
Thales Panagides - Brazil, Cyprus and a Hill
Thales Panagides graduated with an MBA in Entrepreneurship in 1998. He spent weeks searching for a job in the financial district of New York City and realized Wall Street wasn’t the right fit for a Cypriot who spent most of his summers on the beach. Uncertain about his future and how to leverage his business degree, he decided to visit his cousin in Brazil who just launched an Internet company.
Rick Sharpe - Air Traffic Controller and Storyteller
Life is a journey and we all have our stories. Sharing those stories helps others be brave enough to break their own silences. Let's be kind to ourselves, each other and make this world a better place.He has a desire for self development, mental health awareness and a budding passion to learn more about himself and others in order to make himself a better human being and in extension, help others
Solomon Schmidt - History Bites from a Dedicated Truth Seeker
At just 21 years old, historian and author Schmidt has established himself as a dedicated truth-seeker. Since penning his 8-part educational series "History Bites" at age 12, Schmidt has made it his mission to inspire young minds and uncover the stories that shaped America.With a number of exclusive interviews with household names such as Bob Shapiro, Megyn Kelly, Mike Tyson, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Cole Sjoholm - A Year of Solo Travel Across Seven Continents
When Cole Sjoholm was asked, "Would you go?" his answer transformed his life in ways he never imagined. In 2023, he embarked on an extraordinary journey, setting foot on all seven continents in just one year—solo. From the vibrant cities of Europe to the icy expanses of Antarctica, and from the sun-drenched landscapes of Australia to the bustling streets of the Far East, Cole completed 71 flights,
Costa Constanti - Savouring every moment between Cyprus and Australia
I met Costa at the Cyprus Diaspora Forum (Thank you Paul Lambis) and started following him on social media. I am fascinated by his zest for life and how he enjoys everything he does whether it’s traveling the world, exploring Cyprus or dancing Salsa with his wife Anna.Costa was born in Melbourne, Australia, and moved to Cyprus as an adult. In Australia, he studied psychology, psycho-neurosciences,
Becky Lukovic - Tracking Gorillas Down the Mountain in Uganda
Becky Lukovic is a 20 year veteran in the travel industry. She started On the Go Travel Company in Indiana in 2001 after an “aha” moment in Sorrento, Italy. Standing on a bridge overlooking the sparkling Bay of Naples, Becky realized planning independent and culture-centric travel was her passion. In the next 20 years, she would use that passion to design unique, custom adventure
Neil Laird - Multiple Emmy Nominated Producer/Director of historical films
Neil Laird is a multiple Emmy-nominated director of historical films for Discovery, BBC, PBS, History Channel, National Geographic, and many other networks. He has produced over 100 programs around the globe that feature crumbling Egyptian tombs, lost Mayan cities, and mysterious shipwrecks at the bottom of the sea.He is a TV producer turned novelist and discusses his unique career journey and the
Elisa Card - All over the world, bringing up 5 boys on her own
Elisa is a mother of 5 sons which she brought up mostly on her own and lived in Texas, Miami, Canada, France. She overcame extreme challenges and create a life that she loves.In May 2016, she founded#happy2succeed, intending to bring awareness and wellbeing to body and mind. She inspires and and empowers women globally to discover their hidden power with a positive spiritual mindset method, to gr
Anna- Maria Athanasiou - 7 books later not writing in secret anymore
Anna-Maria Athanasiou wrote her first books, The Waiting for Summer novels in secret, firstly because she never thought she’d finish them and secondly, it was a completely new territory for her. Throughout her life Anna-Maria had regularly created scenarios and stories in her head, thinking that one day she would finally put them down on paper. Eventually, in the September of 2011 she took the plu
Stefan Eiselin - Founder and Publisher of aeroTELEGRAPH
Stefan was born and raised in Switzerland. He studied economics in Zurich and ended up in business journalism and wrote for Finanz und Wirtschaft, Berner Zeitung, Tages-Anzeiger and Handelszeitung.He loves to travel and started globetrotting as a young child with his parents. He has always been fascinated by planes and airports and became the founder and editor of aeroTELEGRAPH, an online platform
Susan Treadgold - The High Performing Woman
Susan spent 16 years gaining extensive corporate and management experience at a senior level in Equity Sales, Research and Corporate Marketing in investment banks DLJ, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup. Passionate about helping people reach their full potential, she has developed training courses, facilitated development workshops and mentored high potential individuals throughout her ca
Tracy Loubser - When life becomes "Unlocked"
Tracy lives in Johannesburg, South Africa. After realising that she didn’t need to compete with the world for acceptance and belonging – that it was something within her – she was inspired to help others to do the same.In addition to her work as a transformational catalyst and speaker, she is an independent financial consultant, as well as an accomplished photographer, specialising in portraiture.
Agni Scott - How she nearly didn’t get the part in Find me Falling
Agni Scott was born and raised in Cyprus and is a multilingual actress whose first language is Greek. She spent the first 18 years of her life on the sunny shores of the Mediterranean island before moving to the United States to pursue higher education.Agni Scott is known for Bridget Jones's Baby (2016), Persuasion (2022) and Spooks (2002) but we all fell in love with her in “Find me Falling”, th
Rania AA Elkhalil - A Journey of adaptability and continues Learning
Rania was born during the war in Beirut in 1975 . Her childhood education was in Beirut and she studied at the very prestigious AUB (American University of Beirut)Her journey has taken her from Germany to the UK, to Saudi Arabia and the UAE and now, she lives with her beautiful family in Cyprus. She has learned to the importance of adaptability and continuous learning. She has a mind for business,
Kelly Groehler - The WTAF Show and much more
Kelly Groehler is a corporate communications executive in the U.S. and the creator, executive producer and host of The WTAF Show: Women. Travel. Art. Food. It’s the only women-first food & travel show out there – and a double entendre. Kelly created the show after seeing women are the travel,food and art super consumers, yet 95% of food & travel shows are hosted by men. The stories they sh
Petros Kkolas - Passion for Highways Engineering and Travelling
Petros Kkolas is a Digital Consultant in Engineering, working on mega projects in the UK and Greece. His expertise lies in Highways Engineering and the development of sustainable mobility solutions for the clients he serves. He is currently employed by ARUP, a global engineering consultancy with more than 19,000 employees and 94 offices in 34 countries. The company was founded by Sir Ove Arup, an
Stelana Kliris - The producer of the first ever Cypriot feature film to screen worldwide on Netflix
I met Stelana at the Diaspora Forum (once more thank you Paul Lambis) and instantly liked her. She is genuine and very authentic.Stelana Kliris is a South African Cypriot writer/director/producer and the founder of Meraki Films which is a production company based in Cyprus and established by Stelana as a banner for both her own films and those of local filmmakers, women in particular. The mission
Andrea Charalambous - When you are exploring the world with Emirates Airlines and your passenger is Brad Pitt
Talking to Andrea about how life doesn’t always turn out the way we expected it. After studying psychology in the UK and coming back to Cyprus, she realised that things were complicated. For fun she joins an open recruiting day for flight attendants at Emirates Airlines and gets accepted. Even though her father wasn’t thrilled with the idea, she moves to Dubai and spends five years working for one
Kirsten Rudberg - The Meaning of "Third Culture Kids"
Talking about growing up in Lahore and Guyana, what it means to be a third culture kid. Her childhood was informed by the Islamic call to prayer and her education at the American School had her playing with kids from all over the world of every color, creed and religion.When one grows up like this, is it any wonder that the world becomes enchanted? That other humans become enchanted? She is endles
Nitsa Anastasiades - Hiker, Traveller, and Lover of all things 'united'.
Nitsa Anastasiades was raised in UK, London. She holds an MSc in Creative Writing Fiction from Edinburgh. Her work has been commended by the Bridport Prize and Fish Publishing respectively. With her husband who is a school principal and her family she has worked and lived all over the world.She is the author of several books and a great storyteller.Hamster Rats & Other Stuff Going On … is her
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Talking Round North Cyprus
Cyprus Travel Podcast with Andreas Georgiou
Cyprus - Short and Sweet
Terra Nullius Cyprus
123 GO! Fun Burst
The Cyprus Podcast: Tax, Real Estate & Relocation
Μισό-Γεμάτο
أخبارَك إيه
Freedom Church Limassol
The Future Makers Podcast: Women Building Cyprus
Made In Cyprus | Big biz stories from a tiny island
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