
Behind the Postcards
Behind the Postcards is a travel podcast that looks behind the shiny photos to get to the heart of what travel is about. Hosts Erica and Gloria plus guests share travel experiences, stories, tips and more!
Episodes
12 episodes
Behind the Postcards - Episode 12: Chasing Holiday Lights with Retail Expert Mike Hauser
Retail expert Mike Hauser talks about the history of dazzling downtown lights and where to find the best ones this season in the United States, including New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, San Francisco and more! Some of Mike's...
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Episode 12
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52:02

Behind the Postcards - Episode 11: Seeing Home Through a New "Lens" with National Geographic Explorer Photographer Amy Sacka
Detroit-based documentary photographer Amy Sacka discusses how her passion for travel led to a major project with National Geographic and a whole new perspective on her home state. She shares how to use a traveler's mindset and a photographer's...
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Episode 11
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48:24

Behind the Postcards - Episode 10: Looking at Maps in New Ways with Cartographer Neil Greenberg
Cartographer Neil Greenberg shares his passion for maps and explains why print maps are still relevant in 2021. He discusses how to look at maps in new ways to search them for clues about the history of a city, breaking down the streets of Pitt...
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Episode 10
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54:51

Behind the Postcards - Episode 9: Meet Travel-Inspired Artist Caitlin Cartwright
American painter Caitlin Cartwright discusses how her world travels - especially three years spent in Africa - have inspired her art. Learn more about Caitlin, and check out her work at www.c...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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40:05

Behind the Postcards - Episode 8: Gloria and Erica Remember India
Gloria and Erica met in India in November of 2011 and this week celebrate their "friendiversary" by sharing their story and their favorite parts of India. Find more travel stories about India and other places in Asia and beyond in Erica...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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57:47

Behind the Postcards - Episode 7: Haunted Travels with Paranormal Investigator Stephanie Dourgarian
Global paranormal investigator Stephanie Dourgarian discusses some of the most haunted places on the planet and shares her most memorable ghost experiences. Those interested in learning more about the paranormal can contact her at
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Episode 7
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47:46

Behind the Postcards - Episode 6: Travel Story: Accidentally Becoming the Face of Indian Tourism
American photographer Cory Goldberg discusses how he accidentally became the face of a major Indian tourism campaign in 2009, starring in a major global commercial, "Incredible India." ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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58:30

Behind the Postcards - Episode 5: Working Across the Country with the Van Gelder Family
The Van Gelder family discusses how they paused their lives to work and travel throughout the country for a year through a program called Workaway. Follow their travels on at
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Episode 5
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33:19

Behind the Postcards - Episode 4: Halloween Travel to Salem, Massachusetts
Erica discusses her recent trip to Salem, Massachusetts, one of the world's most popular Halloween destinations. Joined by Salem resident and expert Alyssa Jackson, they share recommendations and insider tips on how to make the most of a visit ...
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Episode 4
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45:01

Behind the Postcards - Episode 3: The Netherlands with Tim Hinkle
Traveler Tim Hinkle discusses his recent trip to The Netherlands and Paris, sharing his favorite parts, surprises and recommendations. See photos on our
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Episode 3
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44:22
