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Wayfinder is a podcast for the curious, luxurious, and adventurous traveler. Host and veteran travel writer Daniel Scheffler ventures off the map and into traveler stories of beauty, blunder, and transformation, those unforgettable moments guidebooks can't capture. Inspired by the ancient Polynesian wayfinders who navigated the ocean by stars, swells, and intuition, each episode features an immersive tale of what happens when we follow our senses and trust our inner compass to lead the way. With local tips, food adventures, and cultural encounters, Wayfinder reveals not just where to travel, but how to journey through the world with humor, wonder, and our own curiosity.
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- 1 weeks ago1h 11m
Inside Bangkok's Drag Empire with Pangina Heals [Full Interview]
Listen to the full Pangina Heals interview, originally featured in Season One. A judge, host, and contestant across the RuPaul's Drag Race universe, Pangina is also the owner of the iconic House of Heals nightclub, a cornerstone of the Bangkok queer nightlife scene. Together, she and Daniel dive into Thailand travel, Bangkok's legendary drag scene, queer culture in Southeast Asia, identity, and the experiences that have shaped her life. In this extended interview, Pangina opens up about growing up gay in Thailand, becoming a master of shade, and building her Bangkok nightclub empire from the ground up. She also shares what it was really like competing in front of her idol, RuPaul, judging and hosting international Drag Race franchises, and the emotional weight of being a "first" in so many ways on the show. It's more than an hour of unfiltered conversation between old friends: funny, moving, and full of hard-earned perspective, equal parts Bangkok travel guide, queer travel podcast, and heart-to-heart. Follow Pangina Heals on TikTok & Instagram @panginahealsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 weeks ago28 min
The Road to Michelin Stars: Stories Behind Every Plate (ft. Dominique Crenn)
What if the destination isn't a singular place, but a collection of moments along the way? For three-Michelin-star chef Dominique Crenn, every stop on her geographical journey has become an ingredient in the recipe for her life, from the farms of Brittany, France, to her longtime home of San Francisco, California. From uncovering unexpected ancestral roots through DNA testing to discovering creative freedom in California's kitchens, Dominique shares how every chapter of her life eventually found its way onto the plate at Atelier Crenn. Drawing on their longtime friendship and offering up plenty of recommendations for San Francisco travelers along the way, Daniel and Dominique explore migration, vulnerability, love, and the belief that our most authentic work doesn't come from following someone else's recipe... It comes from embracing our own story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Jun 23, 202626 min
Baja California: Your Slow Travel Reset (ft. Naomi Grevemberg)
For Naomi Grevemberg, what began as a one-year adventure eventually led her to Baja California, where a caravan of van lifers, endless desert coastlines, and a slower way of living challenged everything she originally thought she wanted. From spearfishing and cooking Trinidadian curry on the beach, to swimming alongside whale sharks and building community with locals, Naomi shares the moments from this grounding getaway that transformed her relationship with time, belonging, and home itself. As she reflects on campfires, mouthwatering meals, and signs from the sea, Naomi reveals how Baja California helped her reconnect with nature, embrace the rhythms of slow travel, and discover that the most meaningful journeys aren't always about where we're going, but how deeply we're willing to arrive. Follow Naomi on Instagram and TikTok @naomigrevembergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Jun 9, 202630 min
The Caribbean: A Girls Trip with Virgin Voyages
What happens when a birthday cruise unexpectedly reconnects you to parts of yourself you didn’t realize you’d been missing? In this episode, treasure shopper Maya Valentino tells us all about her first cruise aboard Virgin Voyages, a trip which offered her a surprising return to creativity, stillness, and reconnection with her mom. Maya dives into Virgin Voyage’s immersive entertainment, unforgettable cuisine, and iconic onboard experiences, while she and Daniel explore how this experience created a much-needed tempo shift in her life, one that made way for self-reflection, connection, and inspiration. Along the way: interactive performances at sea, late-night desserts, hilarious moments on the beach, and quiet conversations in a hammock by the sea… all gentle reminders that while we can plan our itinerary, we can’t always predict the ways travel will unlock the parts of ourselves we’ve kept hidden away. To learn more, visit: virginvoyages.com Follow Maya on Instagram @mayadannie & TikTok @maya.dannieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- May 26, 202630 min
Tanzania: On Safari (ft. Jared Sternberg)
In our first official SAFARI episode, what begins as a search for “the Big Five” gives way to a profound shift in perspective. Eco-tour organizer Jared Sternberg reflects on his first scouting trip to Tanzania, the transformative power of safari, and the unexpected lessons that emerge when we let go of our control and judgment during travel. From witnessing his first hunt in the Serengeti to sharing time with Maasai communities protecting vital wildlife corridors, Jared and Daniel explore how safari strips away distraction and reconnects us to something primal; where long conversations in safari vehicles, shared meals in the bush, and encounters with Maasai communities become just as meaningful as the wildlife itself. Follow Jared on Instagram @j_leeroy and check out Godwana Tours @gondwana_ecotoursSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- May 12, 202629 min
Morocco: Souks, Hammams, and a Journey Beyond Fear (ft. Preethi Chandrasekhar)
We all carry stories about who we think we are. And for some of us, those stories can limit who we’re allowed to become. Preethi Chandrasekhar set out to challenge those limits when she led a group of women on a journey through Morocco. With a do-it-all itinerary designed not just to explore the destination, she encouraged the group to step beyond their routines into an adventure that requires vulnerability, courage, and connection. From navigating the sensory rush of the markets, to shedding insecurities in a traditional hammam, to rising above fear on a hot air balloon ride (and more), Preethi shares the moments that pushed both her and these women beyond the beliefs they’d long held about themselves, to discover the person they’ve been all along. Follow Preethi on Instagram and TikTok @eagertravele And on her website at https://theeagertraveler.com/preethi/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Apr 28, 202620 min
Fiji: The Art of the Stopover (ft. Chris Singh)
We spend so much time thinking about where we’re going, but rarely about how we return. That’s what writer Chris Singh discovered when he arranged an intentional multi-day stopover in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji on his way home to Australia from the United States. Surrounded by vivid blues, volcanic islands, and a culture rooted in care and community, Chris shares the key moments that defined his time in Fiji, from communal Lovo feasts and kava ceremonies, to an unexpected yet powerful boost of confidence while out on the water. What could have been a simple layover became something more: a chance to reset, reflect, and fully absorb a transformation that had already begun. Follow Chris Singh on Instagram & TikTok @chrisdsinghSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Apr 14, 202628 min
Samarkand, Uzbekistan: Where Strangers Become Wedding Guests (ft. Joanna Lillis)
Some places invite you to visit. Others ask you to stay. That’s what happened to journalist and historian Joanna Lillis when she first traveled to Samarkand, Uzbekistan, in 2001 — a simple weekend trip that welcomed her so deeply into the region, she never left. In the glow of Samarkand’s vibrant markets and iconic blue-domed architecture, Joanna shares the moments from her trip that revealed a deeper truth about travel: that the most meaningful experiences come not from what we see, but from how we connect. She even found herself welcomed into a local wedding, an unplanned moment of celebration that turned a weekend visit into something far more personal. As she reflects on nearly 25 years living in Central Asia, Joanna weaves together historical tidbits, personal insights on the power of openness, and what it means to move through the world not just as an observer, but as an active participant. Follow Joanna Lillis on Instagram @joanna_kazakhstan and learn more about her adventures in new latest book: “Silk Mirage: Through the Looking Glass in Uzbekistan”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
About Wayfinder: Life-Changing Travel
Wayfinder is a podcast for the curious, luxurious, and adventurous traveler. Host and veteran travel writer Daniel Scheffler ventures off the map and into traveler stories of beauty, blunder, and transformation, those unforgettable moments guidebooks can't capture. Inspired by the ancient Polynesian wayfinders who navigated the ocean by stars, swells, and intuition, each episode features an immersive tale of what happens when we follow our senses and trust our inner compass to lead the way. With local tips, food adventures, and cultural encounters, Wayfinder reveals not just where to travel, but how to journey through the world with humor, wonder, and our own curiosity.
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