FRENCHITIVITY - A Family Travel Podcast
Welcome to the Frenchitivity Podcast!
We are a family of three (Michelle, Kent and our then 7 year-old daughter Everly) who stepped away from conventional lives to travel the world for a year!
Here you will find:
- How and why we decided to take a leap of faith
- Stories from our travels
- The facinating people we interviewed
- Our discovery of world schooling
- The lessons we learned along the way
First, what exactly is Frenchitivity?? It is a philosophy and now a way of life that follows three main principles...Possibility, Creativity and Tranquility. It was born from a family of three...Kent, Michelle and Everly (7yrs) French.
Kent has enjoyed a TV broadcast career that has spanned over 20 years with the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Angels. Michelle owned an events company for 15 years specializing in Galas and Charity Walks for major Southern California non-profits. Everly, their 7 year old daughter, is beyond her years and wants to be a an artist when she grows up!
The Frenchitivity Podcast then puts the spotlight on those who have chased Possibility with Creativity to find Tranquility! On this Podcast you will experience:
-Chronicles of our family adventure
-Stories of other individuals, couples, and families who have "sold it all" to seek memories that will last a life time!
-Journey's of small businesses who have chased their dream with "no plan B".
So enjoy stories of inspiration, bravery, hardship, and love that all provide the foundation for a the Frenchitivity Podcast! Come with us!
Episodes
31 episodes
How We Packed For 10 Months Around The World
“How did you PACK for 10 months around the world?”It might be the question we get asked more than any other.And the answer actually starts long before the suitcases came out.In Episode 31 of the Frenchitivity Podcast...
Worldschooling: Where to Start?
What happens to your child’s education when your family decides to travel the world?For Kent and Michelle, that was one of the biggest questions they faced before beginning their 10-month journey with their daughter, Everly.In ...
Lauren The Hula Empress
Can something as simple as a hula hoop change your life?For Lauren, the answer is yes—and her story is about so much more than learning how to keep a hoop spinning.On this episode of the Frenchitivity Podcast, Kent and Mich...
Thailand Part 4: Treehouses, Elephants & Wild Khao Sok
What does an 8-year-old ask for when she's celebrating her birthday halfway around the world?For Everly, it was pretty simple: sleep in a treehouse and hang out with elephants. 🌳🐘In Episode 28 of the Frenchitivity Podcast, Kent ...
A Taste for Adventure with Megan Hall
What happens when two scientists with a love of wine, food, family, and adventure decide they don't want to experience the world from a hotel room?On Episode 27 of the Frenchitivity Podcast, Kent and Michelle sit down with Megan H...
Collecting Crazy Experiences with Irina - Travel Content Creator
What if the best way to measure a life wasn't by the things you own... but by the experiences you've collected?This week on the Frenchitivity Podcast, Kent and Michelle sit down with travel creator Irina, a self-proclaimed "Pro...
Koh Lanta, Thailand | Finding Community Around the World
The Thailand adventure continues…In Part 3 of our Thailand Travel Series, Kent, Michelle, and Everly arrive in one of the most meaningful destinations of their 10-month journey around the world: Koh Lanta.What began as anot...
Travel Writer Robin DeGracia talks about her New Book: Raising World Travelers While Staying Sane
Can you raise a family, balance everyday life, and still explore the world together?This week on the Frenchitivity Podcast, Kent and Michelle sit down with travel writer, family travel advocate, and author Robin DeGracia to discus...
Thailand (Part 2): Elephant Hills, Khao Sok & Ao Nang
🎬 Episode 23 | Thailand Part 2: Elephant Hills, Khao Sok & Ao NangThe adventure continues...In Part 2 of our Thailand Travel Series, Kent, Michelle, and Everly experience what would become one of the most u...
Thailand (Part 1): The Land of Smiles | Phuket & Khao Lak
After exploring four incredible countries across Europe, it's finally time for the next chapter of our journey around the world.Welcome to Thailand—the Land of Smiles. 🇹🇭In Episode 22 of the Frenchitivity Podcast, Ke...
Before We Continue Around The World
Episode 21 | Before We Continue Around the WorldBefore we continue our journey around the world and make our next stop in Thailand—the Land of Smiles—we felt it was important to pause.In Episode 21 of the Frenchitivity Podcast<...
Magical Malta
In Episode 20 of the Frenchitivity Travel Series, Kent and Michelle revisit one of the most meaningful stops on their family journey around the world: Malta during the Christmas season. 🇲🇹✨For years, Malta had been circled on the map as ...
The Christmas Spirit of Croatia
In this episode of the Frenchitivity Travel Series, Michelle and Kent reflect on the third stop of their journey around the world: Croatia during the holiday season. 🇭🇷✨Episode 19 | The Christmas Spirit of Croatia is a journey thr...
Grateful for Greece
Our next stop on the Frenchitivity Travel Series is unforgettable: Greece 🇬🇷In Frenchitivity Podcast Episode 18 | Grateful for Greece, Michelle and Kent revisit a country that already held a special place in their hearts. Greece w...
Portugal Perspective
What happens when you slow down long enough to truly experience a place?Welcome to a new chapter of the Frenchitivity Podcast. Starting now, we’re releasing a new episode every Sunday as we take you deeper into our 10-month journey aroun...
Reflection
Episode 16: ReflectionWhat does it really take to walk away from a full life… and choose something completely different?In this episode of the Frenchitivity Podcast, Michelle and Kent pull back the curtain on the decision t...
Navigating the World as a Family: Insights from Family of Four Adventures with Vicky and Will
Kent and Michelle of the Frenchitivity family interview Vicky and Will of Family of 4 Adventures, a Canadian-Australian couple in Ontario who met on a Contiki tour, stayed in touch, and later reunited when Vicky worked in Australia as a nurse. ...
From Chaos to Kid Friendly: How One Family Turned Travel Stress into a Solution with Jessica from Kid-Friendly Stays
In this episode of the Frenchitivity Podcast, hosts Kent and Michelle invite Jess, the founder of KidFriendlyStays.com, to share her family's extraordinary journey of traveling the world with yo...
Before We Can't: Kirsty & Jordan's Journey Up Kilimanjaro and Mera Peak with Kirsty Allen
In this episode, Kirsty Allen from 'Before We Can't,' who recently summited Mera Peak in Nepal with her husband Jordan, shares her experiences and challenges of climbing Mera Peak and Mount Kilimanjaro. She talks about the physical and mental h...
The Barefoot Biologist: Nicole Rose on Adventure, Bats, and Breaking the Mold
In this episode, Kent and Michelle chat with Nicole Rose, also known as the Barefoot Biologist, about her unique career and adventurous lifestyle. Nicole talks about leaving a traditional path to follow her passion for wildlife biology, particu...
Beyond Boundaries: Stories of Wanderlust with Rachael Lancaster
In this episode, the French Family interviews Rachael Lancaster, who sold everything to become a full-time nomad. Rachael shares her experiences with house sitting, solo travel, and managing anxiety through naturopathic methods. Discussing the ...
Melinda's Travelogue: Embracing New Horizons
In this episode, Kent and Michelle from the Frenchivity Podcast are joined by Melinda Magyar, who shares her inspiring journey of traveling to over 40 countries. Leaving behind fast-paced careers, they discuss the transformative impact of trave...
Dive Into Intuition: Embracing Adventure with Liz Ward
Join the French family as they chronicle their global adventures and discuss living life to the fullest through their podcast. In this episode, special guest Liz Ward shares her transformative journey from a fast-paced career in the UK to becom...
The Art of Intentional Travel and Family Connection with Brendan and Jade
In this installment of the Frenchitivity Podcast, Kent & Michelle discuss the proactive mindset and the importance of gratitude, featuring guests Brendan and Jade, who share their insights on integrating world culture and family time into d...
Exploring National Parks: A Conversation with Safe Travels Pod Host Joey Liberatore | Frenchitivity EP007
In this engaging podcast episode, Kent and Michelle French host special guest Joey Liberatore, the creator of the Safe Travels Pod podcast. Joey shares his transformative journey from a broadcasting career to embracing a life in nature through ...