Cultural Chameleon Travel Podcast

Cultural Chameleon Travel Podcast

Have a desire to travel, eat and sleep like a local? The Cultural Chameleon Podcast provides valuable insight and suggestions on travel locations around the globe, by inviting guests who have lived and/or travelled to each place of interest. Listen to host Rod Desch explore different regions of the world through candid and inquisitive conversations with each guest who shares more about their experience. This Podcast offers you unique information for traveling off the beaten path and insights on an experience that resembles that of locals. He explores traditions, cuisines, and native treasures that are a must-see if you are not the "all-inclusive" type of vacationer. He also places a focus on hiking, biking, and all things relating to our natural environment. Join Rod Desch biweekly as he explores the ins and outs of traveling the world. You will have the ability to hear stories of people from around the world. You will receive tips on how to travel on a budget OR hear access to companies that make your travel experience extravagant. Either way, you will receive an insider's perspective on travel to each location by connecting with travel experts. For more information on this podcast or to suggest a destination for travel check out Rod Desch's website and drop him a message.Travel Podcast | Cultural Chameleon With Rod Desch (lifeofaculturalchameleon.com)Each episode allows you to go on a journey that will offer you the experience to travel with Rod and learn more about the best and worst of what this world has to offer. Decide for yourself if you're up for the trip. Rod Desch is committed to taking you on a journey that allows you to discover the world. Rod will drive the bus but, you have to take the steps out the door into the schoolyard.

Episodes

Cultural Chameleon Episode 16 - Mile High Psychology

July 24, 2025 • 49 mins
Part of travelling the world includes air travel. Rod interviews a seasoned Flight Attendant Dawn Rishard, in this conversation they discuss the culture within the airline industry from Dawn's perspective, which is extensive, with 32 years in the air. She is also a counselor/therapist, a skillset that she also practices when in flight and on the ground.
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Season Wrap - Rodcast

June 10, 2022 • 5 mins
A brief Rodcast summarizing season 1 of the Cultural Chameleon. Please get in touch with me with your ideas for locations and topics for future episodes!
#beaguest
Travel Podcast | Cultural Chameleon With Rod Desch (lifeofaculturalchameleon.com)
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 15 - Are We In Sri Lanka Yet

April 18, 2022 • 47 mins
Travel can be vital to our ability to grow as a culture and as individuals. Rod and his guest on this episode Ian Pilbeam, a gentleman who has the profound belief that the world is our classroom, discuss his leisure travel and professional journeys, which seem to have now merged with one another. He is the author of a booked titled "Are We There Yet" which reflects on the wild ride of resigning from his corporate job and prepar...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 14 - Temporary Tuscany

April 9, 2022 • 38 mins
The Tuscan region of Italy is one of those places where you actually get what you expect, and more. The culture and history surround you as the people attempt to embrace you in their unparalleled lifestyle. My guest, Katrina Cobb, who identifies as a digital nomad, shares her experience during an extended stay in a small mid-evil village surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and chestnut trees. After reading an article online a...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 13 - Vietnam Vibrations

April 4, 2022 • 42 mins
In this episode Rod interviews Paul Kennedy, a U.S. citizen who found that a 10 day excursion to Vietnam was a just a mere preview to his future. The influence that the Vietnam culture had on him during his initial stay initiated a move from NYC to Hanoi, making Vietnam his new home. He shares the experience of living in a communist country through examples of daily life and the associated culture.
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 12 - Queer & Culinary Conversations with Michael Muñoz

March 23, 2022 • 43 mins
In this episode, Rod and his guest Michael Muñoz shine a light on culinary travel perspectives and the bravery and potential turmoil associated with coming out as LGBTQ, among other topics. Michael is an inspirational food blogger, culinary emcee, and food writer who is not only passionate about food, friendship, and The Golden Girls but also has been helping pave a road for LGBTQ people in the culinary realm since 2009.
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 11 - What To Do In Peru

March 13, 2022 • 40 mins
Have you dreamt of visiting the South American country of Peru? Machu Picchu likely comes to mind and is only the tip of the iceberg of the available opportunities in this country, which is about 3 X the size of California. When it comes to this country rooted in Incan culture, it's offering spans land touched by the mountains, the Pacific Ocean and the Amazon River basin. This country is an absolute dreamland for environmentall...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 10 - Thailand to Teach

February 12, 2022 • 39 mins
Listen to this Episode as Rod helps you to discover more about what it was like for Benny Shup to relocate to Thailand to pursue his teaching career. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Benny took a chance on a German/French language teaching position that became available halfway across the world. Making Thailand his home for 9 years and visiting all of the Provinces, he is well qualified to share travel tips and suggestions fo...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 9 - Atlantic City, NJ USA

February 5, 2022 • 31 mins
Sometimes the flavors of yesterday can dictate the ingredients for today's passion. This episode gives Rod the opportunity to speak with a New Jersey native Julie Riga, who authored the book "Stay on Course" which highlights the life and unfinished legacy of her father Ennio Riga.
https://www.julieriga.com/author
Rod & Julie discuss the Atlantic City, NJ culture of yesterday and a today as seen through her eyes. Julie also t...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 8 - Destination Luxury & Convenience

January 29, 2022 • 29 mins
Join Rod Desch on amazing adventures weekly.
Rod interviews CEO of Concishare, Kristin Brown who gives an inside look on her international luxury travel services for personal or business travel. Learn how to save time and maximize the valuable resource of time on your next important travel destination.
https://www.concishare.com/
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 7 - Lagos, Nigeria Africa

January 23, 2022 • 39 mins
Rod invites Dr. Lola Day a Pediatric Physician living in Orlando to discuss food, travel tips and suggestions on taking a trip to the African City of Lagos, Nigeria. Dr Lola is also an adult ADHD coach and the co-creator of the Podcast "The Promise of Africa". You'll hear more about this bustling city full of diversity and find that Lagos rivals the Silicon Valley of the United States and carries the title as the high tech cent...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 6 - Vieques, Puerto Rico

January 2, 2022 • 31 mins
In this episode, Rod speaks with an island resident, Carlos Gil Rivera who is deeply rooted in Vieques, Puerto Rico, he believes this small island in the Caribbean, which is part of Puerto Rico, to be the next center for the arts. You'll find his art all over the island, on abandoned buildings, in restaurants, and in a plaza that showcases his works in the town of Isabel Segunda. They discuss past and present trouble in parad...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 5 - Rural Pennsylvania A - Z, a "Rodcast"

December 20, 2021 • 30 mins
This episode highlights locations and topics across Pennsylvania, primarily in rural areas. Pennsylvania is the most rural state in the U.S.A. and offers interesting and fun travel destinations. Learn more about rural Pennsylvania in this episode from A to Z. The host Rod Desch, primarily places a focus on hiking and outdoor activities, we can change the world, our health and the lives of others through education and tourism th...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 4 - Door County, Wisconsin USA

December 11, 2021 • 31 mins
In this Episode Rod and his guest Julie Lokun help listeners discover the best of Door County, Wisconsin. This unknown stretch of land is a nature lovers dream, with small vibrant fishing villages dotting the landscape. This Peninsula offers up endless choices of cheese, unique dining locations, culinary treats, and maritime fun. Whether you arrive in the heart of summer when the lavender fields are in bloom or in the blustery ...
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 3 - Medellín, Colombia

December 6, 2021 • 26 mins
This episode's guest, Andrés Montoya (Pipe) explains the best of his region of Colombia, Antioquia (Medellín) also called "The Land of Eternal Spring". What does this region of mountainous Columbia have to offer? Listen to this episode to learn about festivals, food and fun. Travel like a Cultural Chameleon with the host, Rod Desch and his guests!
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 2 - Mexico City, Mexico

November 25, 2021 • 25 mins
This episode helps listeners discover more about Mexico's capital city. Guest Gloria Becceril, a native who is currently studying abroad in Venice Italy, helps us discover this great city by providing travel tips on where to go and what to do on your next visit. Can't travel... Then sit back and take the journey from home.
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Cultural Chameleon Episode 1 - Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica

November 21, 2021 • 26 mins
In this episode Rod invites guest Larry McDonald, a West Virginia native who moved to Costa Rica 4 years ago. They discuss travel to Costa Rica and cover details on the Playa Carrillo/Samara area within the Guanacaste Province of Eastern Costa Rica.
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Cultural Chameleon Trailer

November 15, 2021 • 3 mins
Do you desire to go beyond the typical vacation??? Do you feel that personal growth comes from learning cultures outside of your own? I do, so join the host Rod Desch, for episodes weekly that will help you to develop your cultural chameleon skills.

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