World Footprints

MythBusters, Humane Society’s Travel and Living Without Reservations

World Footprints busts some myths with Tory Belleci, co-host of Discovery Channel’s Mythbusters. Since joining Mythbusters, Tory has jumped out of planes, wake-boarded behind a cruise ship and been chased by a crocodile. But none of his adventures compare to the life-altering experience he had following his visit to post-earthquake Haiti during a recent break from the show. If you love animals, you’ll enjoy our conversation with Toby Bloom, Director of Wildlife Ecotourism for Humane Society International (HSI). Toby joins us to talk about HSI’s newest programs in Latin America, her focus on community-based ecotourism development, and HSI’s new travel program that will make its first stop in South Africa. Then, author Barbara Singer talks about her new book, Living Without Reservations, and her life events that were the impetus behind her pursuing a life full of travel adventures on the fly.

LEGACY SHOW: Louisiana’s Other Side

This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.
Travel "Louisiana's Other Side" with Tonya & Ian as they take you to the northern parts of the State. First stop: a journey through Webster Parish and the Dorcheat Museum. Then Pro Bass Angler Homer Humphreys, the pride of Webster Parish, will regal you with countless stories about life on the Bayou and his encounters with Donald Trump and Tina Turner. Finally, you’ll walk through the Ford Museum in Homer, LA and discover how the museum is helping to preserve the history and culture of the North Louisiana Hill Country.

LEGACY SHOW: Adapative Sports and Travel

This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.
This week, Craig Kennedy, co-founder of Access Anything, a nationally recognized leader in adaptive sports and adventure travel for people with disabilities, will join the show to talk about their upcoming events.

LEGACY SHOW: 2010 Winter Olympic Coverage in Vancouver

This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.
Travel'n On continues their 2010 Winter Olympic coverage live from Vancouver & Whistler B.C. Ian and Tonya will first introduce tour guide Doug Neasloss and conservationist Viki Jackson, two individuals who work tirelessly on efforts to save two endangered species, the Spirit Bear and the Marmot, both who have been selected as mascots for the Winter Olympic Games. Then you’ll meet a few new friends that they met in Whistler—the “snow angels” who are spreading love and joy throughout and the “King of Norway." You will also meet downhill Olympic skier Kwame the “Snow Leopard”, the only member of the Ghana Olympic Team. You’ll hear how this Olympic hopeful has overcome many challenges to fulfill his Olympic dream. Finally, this month's Travel Angel Joyce Major will talk about her decision to walk away from the corporate world to travel the globe as a volunteer.

LEGACY SHOW: Vancouver’s Olympic Sustainability

This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.
While in Vancouver covering the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, Travel’n On met with some key individuals who shaped the Games and who are helping to build a remarkable legacy for the city. First, you’ll meet Svein Romstad, the Secretary General of the International Luge Federation. Svein will discuss how the sport of Luge has changed, the Federation’s response following the tragic accident in Whistler and what preparations are being made for 2016 Sochi. Then, Gordon Price, Director of The City Program at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver will discuss the city’s culture and sustainability efforts and the lasting legacy of the Games. Finally, Roger Bayley, Design Manager of the Olympic Village will talk about this ground-breaking project and the future plans for this development.

LEGACY SHOW: Vancouver and the 2010 Winter Olympics

This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.
Securing the Canadian wilderness and protecting humans and bears alike are two big security challenges for the Olympics. Chris Doyle, of the British Columbia Ministry of Environment joins Travel’n on to talk about the challenges that the wilderness poses for these games and visitors alike. Then, travel philosopher and fellow journalist Bob Fisher will offer a cultural perspective of our northern neighbor and explain why Vancouver is a perfect hub for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Finally, in honor of Black History Month, documentary film producer Gregory Cooke will talk about his newest film projects Invisible Warriors – African American Women During World War II and Choc'late Soldiers from the USA.

Celebrating the US National Park Service Centennial and exploring World Heritage Sites in war-zones

World Footprints will talk to intrepid travelers, explore America's National Parks and endangered World Heritage Sites, and we'll pay a visit to the Philippines and Northern Florida.
Congo [Click and drag to move] First, the Congo's Virunga National Park has been ensnared in bloody conflict for years but National Geographic Explorer correspondent, Justin Hall, discusses whether this vast natural resource can uplift the Congo's fortunes.
Then, hear about what lies "Beyond the Horizon" with author and traveler Christopher Many, who has taken some unconventional means to traveler around the world.
Also, we welcome back television personality and former Travel Channel host, Samantha Brown, who has joined forces with AARP to celebrate the centennial of the U.S. National Park Service.
Finally, Dr. Mechtild Rossler, Director of the UNESCO World Heritage Center joins World Footprints to discuss the challenges facing World Heritage Sites in war-torn regions.
Additional resources:
National Geographic Explorer
Christopher Many
US National Park Service
UNESCO Programming for World Heritage Sites
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Reflections on Brazil and Paralympic Opening Ceremony

Tonya and Ian share their reflections upon arriving in Rio and highlights from the opening ceremony of the 2016 Paralympic Games

LEGACY SHOW: Around the world with Johnny Jet

This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.
We travel around the world with travel journalist Johnny Jet (John DiSilva). He joins us to also talk about the hottest travel sites.

LEGACY SHOW: Uncovering Baltimore’s African-American heritage

This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.
Baltimore, Maryland has a number of unique attractions that showcase African-American culture and contributions in America. Nancy Hinds from the Baltimore Convention and Visitor's Bureau joins our show to share the city's interesting treasures.