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December 21, 2025 73 mins

In this episode of the Where Have You Been podcast, I interview John Cobb, founder of Pholus Advisory, who specializes in crisis management and unpredictable situations. John shares his unique travel philosophy, emphasizing the importance of immersing oneself in local cultures and experiences. He recounts memorable travel stories, including his time in Uganda and India, and discusses the challenges of corruption and safety in various countries. The conversation also touches on culinary adventures and the significance of food in travel. John concludes with reflections on the value of travel and his future plans.

Find John's website here: https://www.pholus.co/

X (Twitter): https://x.com/bigjohncobb

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbcobb/

Want to be a guest on Where Have You Been? - Travel Stories? Send William Roehm a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/whybpodcast

 

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