Show Summary: Go on a pilgrimage, write a memoir, live on the road—95% of us would say we have a bucket list, but how many of us have written our list down and are finding joy through intentionally crossing items off it? Each week, join host Roger Williams as he interviews individuals on why they put a specific item on their bucket list, how they crossed it off and how by doing so have joy in their lives. In the show notes we share information on how you can cross that weeks item off your own bucket list. Find inspiration and empowerment to Live Out Your List! Host Bio: Roger Williams is the author of Live Out Your List: Finding Joy Through A Bucket List Lifestyle, a podcaster, an adventurer, and Head Crosser Offer of his bucket list. After more than 30 years working in the youth development and teaching field, a year in quarantine, and two heart attacks, Roger embarked on an adult gap year to prioritize a life in which he is known not by how and to whom he sells labor, but by the way he lives his life and the people he grows relationships with. Now, he is intentionally crossing items off his bucket list and inspiring others to do the same. Get early access content as a Patron Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams sits down with Lynsey Mahoskey to discuss how she fulfilled her bucket list dream of hosting a one-of-a-kind event for women. Lynsey shares her inspiration for the event, which was designed to empower and uplift women in a fun and unique way. She discusses the planning process and the challenges she faced in bringing her vision to life. From finding the perfect ven...
In this episode of "Crossing It Off," host Roger Williams sits down with Juliana Moreira to talk about how she achieved her goal of visiting Valencia, Spain, and crossed it off her bucket list. Juliana shares her adventure of witnessing the magical Las Fallas festival. She also discusses some of the highlights of her trip, such as attending a bull fight (also on her bucket list) and cooking paella for the first time. Roger and Juli...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams speaks with Stephanie Tolk about her incredible journey of crossing 'go inside the pyramids of Giza' off her bucket list while world schooling her two daughters. Stephanie shares the excitement leading up to the trip, including the logistics of planning a family trip to Egypt while simultaneously educating her daughters on the history and culture of the region. She...
In this episode of "Crossing It Off", guest host Lisa David Olson takes the reins as she interviews the show's usual host, Roger Williams, about his recent accomplishment of crossing "visit Ted Lasso filming locations" off his bucket list. Roger shares his excitement about his love for the show, and his journey to the various locations in the UK where the popular series was filmed. Throughout the episode, Roger and Lisa discuss the...
Host Roger interviews Edie Weinstein in this episode of the Crossing It Off podcast about how she crossed off "interview his holiness the Dalai Lama" from her bucket list. Edie talks about her fascination with spirituality and how the Dalai Lama was always at the top of her list. Edie reflects on the profound impact the interview had on her, including his views on compassion, mindfulness, and education. She encourages listeners to ...
In this episode of Crossing It Off, host Roger sits down with Michelle Muncy-Silva to talk about her experience crossing "take kids on heritage trip to Mexico" off her bucket list. Throughout the episode, Michelle recounts the highlights of the trip, spending time with family members, visiting landmarks important to their family, and immersing themselves in the culture. She also shares some of the challenges they faced along the wa...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams talks to Kekua Kobashigawa about her thrilling experience of crossing 'swim with sharks' off her bucket list. Kekua shares the excitement leading up to the shark dive, including the necessary precautions and preparations. She describes the serenity of swimming alongside the majestic creatures in their natural habitat (no, really!) and the awe-inspiring feeling it g...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams chats with Katrina McGee about her unforgettable experience of crossing 'see Angkor Wat at sunrise' off her bucket list. Katrina shares the excitement leading up to the trip, including the planning process and the anticipation of seeing the ancient temple complex at dawn. She describes the magical moment when the sun rose over Angkor Wat, casting a golden glow over...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams speaks with Judith Furmann about her journey of crossing 'visit Namibia' off her bucket list. Judith shares the excitement she felt when she first decided to travel to Namibia and the planning process that ensued. She discusses the unique experiences she had while in Namibia. Roger asks Judith about the challenges she faced during her trip and how she overcame them...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams chats with Kerry Newsome about her thrilling adventure of crossing 'hot air balloon over Myanmar' off her bucket list. Kerry shares the excitement leading up to the hot air balloon ride, including the stunning views of the ancient temples of Bagan from above. She discusses the unique experience of floating over the serene landscape and the sense of freedom and peac...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams talks to Yvette Durazo about her incredible accomplishment of earning a master's degree as a single mother. Yvette shares the journey leading up to her decision to pursue higher education, including the obstacles and doubts she faced. She also discusses the process of balancing her family responsibilities, work, and school, and how she managed to stay focused on he...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams invites Vinita Surana to share her awe-inspiring experience of walking on fire. Vinita recounts her journey leading up to the event, including how she found the right coach and mentally prepared herself for the challenge. She also discusses the process of walking on the hot coals, the physical sensations she felt, and the rush of emotions that followed. Roger asks ...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams welcomes Marjie Hadad to talk about her incredible experience riding a camel at sunrise. Marjie shares the journey leading up to her bucket list adventure, including how attending a destination wedding helped her cross this item off. She also discusses the excitement and challenges she faced during the camel ride and how she felt as she watched the sun rise over th...
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams sits down with Jared Troth to discuss the exciting journey of buying their first home. Jared shares the ins and outs of the process he went through to be the "king of his own castle. They discuss the challenges he faced during the home-buying process and how he overcame them. Roger asks Jared about the feelings of pride and accomplishment that come with becoming a ...
Some have bucket lists filled with exotic locations. Some have bucket lists all about helping others. And yet some have a separate bucket list surrounding their relationships. Choiwee has a separate bucket list centered around her sexuality. Why not? Join us to hear why and how she crossed become a shibari rope bunny off her unique list of items. TRIGGER WARNING: For explicit language and intimate topics of a sexual nature.
In this episode of the Crossing It Off Podcast, host Roger Williams sits down with Lisa David Olson to talk about her experience giving a TEDx talk. Lisa shares her journey leading up to the event, including how she chose her topic and prepared her speech. She also opens up about the nerves and challenges she faced while delivering the talk and how she overcame them. Roger asks Lisa about the impact giving the TEDx talk has had on ...
Do you have just selling it all and hitting the open road on your bucket list? Would you do it with three small children? Brooke and her husband did just that. Learn how they became more compact in their living style and the choices they made to start living a life that was more fulfilling to them which gave them a chance to live their American Dream and cross many items off their bucket list.
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In this episode we answer the question: Who and why someone would jump out of a perfectly good plane? Adrienne decided one day on the way to the Spa to put jump out of a plane on here bucket list. She did it the same day. What motivated her to jump out of a perfectly good plane and what did it mean to how she now views live after crossing it off? So many have skydiving on their bucket list. We hope Adrienne's story helps you to get...
When Scot met and married Emily, she may not have known the adventure she was getting herself into. But only after a few short years into it, she realized Scot was going places and she was going with him. Together, Scot and Emily have traveled to well over 100 countries around the world, qualifying them for membership in the Traveler's Century Club. Learn how this couple worked together to make a life centered around experiences ov...
Dan left his Silicon Valley job to pursue a life of magic. He got very good as a magician and mentalist. So much so he has become a mainstay on the corporate party scene for big names in the tech industry. He put together a list of big time tech CEO's that he wanted to perform in front of and see if he could trick. Someone on the top of his list was Elon Musk. How was it performing in front of one of the world's richest men and was...
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