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Broadcaster and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley delivers the latest in travel news and tips for the business and leisure traveler with features and segments designed to give listeners an immersive travel experience. Features include The Culture Report where you’ll discover more about an individual, a place or even an object that’s significant to that culture, Ja’Vonne’s Travel Minute, recurring guest, healthcare professional, author of RNBound and avid traveler Yalanda Comeaux with information and tips for “Staying Healthy While You Travel”, and Co-Owner of Advantage International and executive producer, Gene Harley periodically joins the discussion along with other special guests.
Episodes

Jun 4, 2026
Jun 4, 2026
53 min

This week on Traveling Culturati, Ja’Vonne Harley shares practical travel tips for Japan and South Africa, offering insights to help you navigate both destinations with confidence and ease. Jessica Gee follows with honest advice on traveling with kids, making family trips smoother and more enjoyable, while Annie Daley dives into nomadic travel life and what it really takes to travel long-term. Johnny Jet closes the conversation with expert travel tips to help you save money, avoid common mistakes, and travel smarter on every journey.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

May 29, 2026
May 29, 2026
48 min

We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026
52 min

This week on Traveling Culturali, we’re bringing you a powerful blend of travel, culture, and wellness from voices who live it and breathe it. Esther & Alicia Tambe share their journey through Fight Through Flights, a conversation that speaks to resilience, movement, and the reality of life on the go. Bernard Turner takes us deep into the Black Metropolis National Heritage Area, unpacking the history and cultural significance that continues to shape generations. Yalanda Comeaux shares practical and refreshing insight on how to stay fit while you travel, proving that wellness doesn’t have to pause when you’re on the move. We then travel through time and tradition as Yashira guides us into the rich world of Incan culture, giving us a deeper understanding of heritage and history beyond borders.
This episode is a reminder that travel is more than movement, it’s story, identity, wellness, and connection all woven together across the world.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026
52 min

This week on Traveling Culturati, Staying Healthy: How to Keep Your New Year's Resolution with Yalanda Comeaux, we’re diving into the connection between intentional living, wellness, and the way travel can actually support the goals we set for ourselves at the start of the year.
We break down practical ways to stay consistent with your health resolutions beyond January hype, while also exploring Mercedes Bryant’s world of horticulture tourism and how nature-based travel experiences are becoming a powerful way to reset, heal, and reconnect. If you’ve been trying to stay on track with your goals while still living a full, adventurous life, this episode brings it all together in one conversation. Tune in and get inspired to travel better, live healthier, and stay grounded in your goals no matter where life takes you.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

May 8, 2026
May 8, 2026
52 min

This week on Traveling Culturati, News & Hot Topics with Gene & Ja’Vonne, we’re diving into the stories shaping how and where we move through the world. From the latest updates in travel trends and industry shifts to the conversations happening across global destinations, Gene and Ja’Vonne break it all down with their signature insight and perspective. This episode keeps you informed, inspired, and tuned in to what’s really happening beyond the headlines so you can travel smarter, deeper, and more intentionally.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

Apr 30, 2026
Apr 30, 2026
53 min

This week on Traveling Culturati, we’re diving into the stories, shifts, and real-life experiences shaping the world of travel today. From the latest travel news impacting global explorers to powerful conversations around expat life and what it really looks like to build a life abroad, this episode brings it all together.
We explore the journey of Maureen Jenkins as she shares her expat experience and the lessons that come with starting over in a new country. Then we tap into the inspiring world of Amanda Black, a solo female traveler navigating freedom, independence, and self-discovery across the globe. Finally, we hear from Christine Job as she breaks down her own expat lifestyle and what it means to create stability while living internationally.
This is more than travel, it’s lifestyle, mindset, courage, and expansion. If you’ve ever dreamed of living abroad, traveling solo, or simply creating a life beyond borders, this episode will meet you right where you are.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

Apr 23, 2026
Apr 23, 2026
50 min

This week on Traveling Culturati, we’re diving into a deeper way of exploring the world, one that moves beyond just checking destinations off a list and into experiences that truly transform you. We begin with insights inspired by Jake Haupert on transformational travel, shifting the focus from simply doing to truly being. It’s about slowing down, being present, and allowing travel to change how you see yourself and the world around you.
From there, the conversation naturally expands into regenerative travel, drawing from Hilary Matson’s perspective on how we can explore the world in a way that not only sustains destinations but actively gives back to them. This approach encourages us to travel with intention, supporting local communities and leaving places better than we found them.Together, these perspectives invite you to rethink what travel really means, moving with purpose, connecting more deeply, and becoming more conscious of your impact along the way.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

Apr 16, 2026
Apr 16, 2026
50 min

This week on Traveling Culturati, we dive into the latest travel news, exploring exciting updates and trends from around the globe. We chat with Yalanda Comeaux about how to stay healthy while cruising, sharing tips and strategies to make wellness a part of your travel adventures. Then, we sit down with Jackie Nourse to uncover the secrets of language hacking, giving you the tools to communicate more effectively and fully immerse yourself in new cultures. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or planning your next getaway, this episode is packed with insights to inspire your journeys and help you travel smarter.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

Apr 9, 2026
Apr 9, 2026
52 min

This week on Traveling Culturati, we’re diving into what’s shaping the travel world right now while inspiring you to step outside your comfort zone and explore it for yourself. From the latest travel news and emerging destinations you should have on your radar, to a powerful conversation with Caryl Dolinko on the realities of solo female travel, what it looks like, how to do it safely, and why more women are choosing to see the world on their own terms, this episode is all about traveling smarter and with intention.
We also tap into honest, unfiltered travel opinions with Terry Ward, giving you real insight into what experiences are worth it and what might not live up to the hype. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just looking for inspiration, this episode brings you insight, perspective, and a little push to book that flight.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!

Apr 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2026
51 min

This week on Traveling Cultutrati, we’re joined by two incredible voices: Andrea Malcomb of the National Collaborative for Women’s History Sites and Emily Thomas.Andrea takes us on a journey into the importance of preserving and elevating women’s history across the country, sharing the mission behind her organization and the impact of highlighting underrepresented voices. She explores how these stories shape the cultural landscapes we travel through every day and how travelers can connect with history in a deeper, more meaningful way.
Emily Thomas brings a reflective perspective on the inner journey of travel, exploring stillness, culture, and the soul of our adventures. Together, they help us see travel not just as a destination, but as an opportunity to honor history, culture, and personal growth.
If you’re passionate about travel, storytelling, and connecting with the world, both outwardly and inwardly, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
We’ll also have Ja’Vonne's Travel Minute and The Culture Report featuring host and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley!
