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The Quest Express: Travel, Culture & Untold Stories
The Quest Express: Travel, Culture & Untold Stories is your ticket to extraordinary journeys, hidden histories, and the world’s most fascinating people. This global travel podcast goes beyond the typical tourist path, bringing you unfiltered conversations with explorers, historians, entrepreneurs, artists, and cultural icons who have lived the stories most people never hear.
From the lost traditions of ancient civilizations to the boldest innovators shaping the future, we uncover the secrets, struggles, and successes behind each travel and personal journey. Whether it's an archaeologist unearthing Egyptian tombs, a fifth-generation Monegasque ballet star, or a George Washington portrayer bringing history to life, every episode is an adventure.
If you crave authentic travel experiences, cultural deep dives, and captivating storytelling, subscribe now.
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Episodes
130 episodes
Ep. 129: JP Morgan Jr. - Becoming Yourself: Travel, Risk & the Art of Self-Creation
MAUI: John Patrick Morgan Jr., practical philosopher and Founder of Creating, joins me from his homestead in Maui to trace the invisible architecture behind freedom, agency, and self-authorship. Drawing on a life steeped in physi...
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Ep. 128: Uwern Jong – Luxury, Diversity, Disruption: The Story Behind the Award-Winning OutThere Magazine
LONDON: What happens when a finance exec ditches spreadsheets to launch one of the world’s most influential luxury travel magazines—centered on inclusivity, representation, and authentic storytelling? Join us for a capt...
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Ep. 127: Inbal Baum – Delicious Israel & Delicious Cities Culinary Tours
PARK CITY: In this inspiring episode from one of the best travel podcasts for foodies, adventurers, and culture lovers, we sit down with Inbal Baum, Founder of Delicious Israel, to explore her remarkable transformation from...
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Ep. 126: Valentina Zannini - The Venice Only Insiders See; Behind the Velvet Rope with V. Elite Events
VENICE: What does it take to orchestrate a truly unforgettable event in one of the world’s most enchanting cities? In this intimate conversation, Valentina Zannini—Founder of V. Elite Events, a premier luxury planning company bas...
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Ep. 125: Rupert Covell - Miami-Based Yacht Broker, Captain & Co-Founder of The BucketLust
MIAMI: In this candid conversation, a veteran yacht captain and yacht broker exposes the realities of life at sea—far from the glamor shown on Below Deck. He dives into crew dynamics, intense charter demands, and the fine line be...
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Ep. 124: Tyler Tep - Founder of The Dinner Table
🍽️ Attend a Dinner Party with Strangers in Your City!What if dinner wasn’t just about food, but a curated ritual of connection, curiosity, and impeccable taste? In this conversation with T...
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Ep. 123: Chef Gustavo Montes - The Global Plate: Inside Chef Gustavo’s Culinary Playground
MIAMI: From grandma's Cuban cooking to almost being eaten in a jungle in Guatemala, Le Cordon Bleu-trained, Chef Gustavo Montes is always moving, learning and innovating. No boxes here (unless it's a Bento box), later this summer y...
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Ep. 122: A Revolution in Velvet: Court of the Medicis
Be one of the first to Join the New Court of Medici Salon Tour Movement No Algorithms. No Influencers. Just Dangerous Ideas in Velvet Rooms.
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Ep. 121: Dr. Zahi Hawass - World-Renowned Egyptologist & Archaeologist Announces Grand Tour
CAIRO: What secrets still lie beneath the sands of Egypt? In this electrifying episode of The Quest Express, world-famous archaeologist & Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass pulls back the curtain on ancient mysteries that ha...
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Ep. 120: Lorena Baricalla - A Monaco Icon's Evolution Beyond Ballet
MONTE CARLO: Monaco’s own international ballet star turned multi-talented innovator shares her fearless journey from the stage to the world of producing, event planning, and film. With passion, ambition, and an unshakable artistic ...
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Ep. 119: Curt Radabaugh - What Does George Washington Really Think of America Today?
🚀 President & General George Washington Riffs on Leadership, Securing America's Freedom & Snoop Dogg?! CURT RADABAUGH: Curt Radabaugh is a former Marine and retired law enforcement officer. Curt has channeled the General's l...
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Ep.118: Rachel Naidus - Inside the World of Aspen Luxury Concierge
ASPEN: From requests to ride moose to crafting wedding proposals, Rachel is at the helm of a successful concierge company, which is the lifeline to have if you’re serious about spending time in Aspen either for an important visit, or even livin...
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Ep.117: Steve Linde - Veteran Israeli Journalist On Ethics, War & Peace
JERUSALEM: In this conversation, Steve Linde discusses the complex situation in Gaza, the role of Hamas, and the leadership of Netanyahu during the ongoing conflict. He emphasizes the importance of journalism in reporting the truth while naviga...
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Ep. 116: Felix Lee Lerma - Secret Messages From Beyond the Veil
Today we speak with San Francisco-based psychic medium, Felix Lee Lerma who has been giving readings for 25 years and is the co-host of podcast, Speaking Spiritually. If you find yourself wanting more offline experiences & adven...
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Ep. 115: Greg Dinkin - Royal Flush: Winning At Life, One Bold Decision At A Time
Today, we talk to an expert strategist with a big heart: Greg Dinkin, #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, TEDx speaker, poker champion, and holistic health coach. From poker to mind...
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Ep. 114: Baeth Davis - How to Navigate 2027, Family Dynamics & A Tech-Saturated World
Follow The Quest Express on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quest-express/id1714515617Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3da9OoqdNtdMZ7qnTMGykJ📜 Learn more or apply to Baeth’s new Tribal Sham...
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Ep. 113: Nader Safinya - The Culture Branding Guy Sparks a New Era
Nader Safinya's Persian upbringing involved lots of parties, moving every 3 years, and innate skills of design & observation. In today's episode, we discuss how Blackribbit, his culture brand strategy design agency, is making waves, and cha...
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Ep. 112: Dawnna St. Louis - The Sales Prophet Who Did It Her Way
Dawnna St. Louis (aka "The Sales Prophet") stands out as a maverick and bold leader in the sales space. Today, Dawnna shares with us how a George Lucas moment influenced a new path. We explore the transformative journey of sales, why authentici...
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Ep. 111: Angus Gordon Lennox - The Transformation of Gordon Castle
SCOTLAND: The Quest Express host, Carrie Anne, interviews Angus Gordon Lennox about the storied history of Gordon Castle and the efforts he and his wife Zara have made to revitalize the estate.🏰 Events, Accommodation & learn more ab...
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Ep. 110: April J. Berube - President & CEO of The Wellington Agency
WELLINGTON / WEST PALM BEACH: Today The Quest Express talks to April J. Berube, President & CEO of The Wellington Agency the brainchild of a mission, movement, and passion for service and elite staffing. In this episode we uncover how...
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Ep. 109: Tony Lucca: The Voice, Keynote Concerts & Quantum Creativity
BIO: Tony Lucca is a world-class singer/songwriter and performer from Nashville, TN. He has written and recorded over a dozen albums and has had his music featured in several TV and film placements. Lucca took 3rd on Season 2 of The Voice and w...
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Ep. 108: Justin Damian Furness: The Latest Innovations in Human Performance
Learn more, work with Justin & order your customized Lifeprint ReportJustin Damian Furness, a South African entrepreneur now living in Switzerland, has created something truly innovative...
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Ep. 107: Top Travel Trends of 2025
Get ahead of the curve and dive into the Top Travel Trends for 2025! In this episode, we explore the luxury travel destinations and experiences that will dominate the global travel scene in 2025. From Hawaii to the rise of exclusive private vil...
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