Women Who Travel | Condé Nast Traveler
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Though travel and adventure have historically been publicly claimed by men, women have always been part of those narratives, too. Each week, host and Condé Nast Traveler editor Lale Arikoglu shines a light on some of those stories, interviewing female-identifying guests about their most unique travel tales—from going off-grid in the Danish wilderness to country-hopping solo—sharing her own experiences traveling around the globe, and tapping listeners to contribute their own memorable stories. This is a podcast for anyone who is curious about the world—and excited to explore places both near and far from home. For more from Women Who Travel, visit our website or subscribe to our email newsletter.
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Dec 21, 2023 • 30min
Raving in Ukraine
For our last episode of the year, we’re diving into something we’re all doing a lot of around the holiday season: partying. And in Ukraine, where our two guests are based, rave culture has become a necessary vehicle for letting off steam, distraction, and finding joy. Back in November, Lale caught up with Kyiv-based journalist Anastacia Galouchka, who recently penned a story on the capital’s rave scene for Stranger’s Guide, and novelist Haska Shyyan, who lives in Lviv, about what raving means to them and the power of community and safe spaces during unimaginable turbulence and uncertainty.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 28min
What Is Passport Privilege?
We dive into the thorny issue of passport privilege thanks to this week’s guest, Shahnaz Habib, author of the new book Airplane Mode: An Irreverent History of Travel. Why do some travelers gain more visa-free access than others? Who determines how a place is seen through the lens of its guidebooks? And what does the word "wanderlust" mean, exactly? Shahnaz seeks to answer all that and more, and shares some of her own travel stories.
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Dec 7, 2023 • 25min
The Global Power of Eyeliner
Is there a more universally used beauty product than eyeliner? Not according to author Zahra Hankir, who chats with Lale about her new book Eyeliner: A Cultural History, which looks at the meaning and symbolism of kohl around the world, from Kyoto to Chad, as well as throughout the Middle East—and dives into her own personal history with the enduring piece of makeup.
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Nov 30, 2023 • 23min
Braving the Grand Canyon’s Rapids
In 1938 two women botanists broke with convention and set off on an expedition trip along the Colorado River that would see them risk their lives over rapids in the name of research. Two years ago, science journalist Melissa Sevigny retraced their adventure, whitewater rafting the same rapids and sleeping under the stars to learn more about who these women were—and why their work still influences the scientific landscape of America today.
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Nov 23, 2023 • 30min
Is Travel Good for Your Relationship? We Tap Dr. Orna Guralnik for Answers
Dr. Orna Guralnik, a clinical psychologist and host of the documentary series Couples Therapy, joins for an insightful discussion on how travel can enhance relationships. She emphasizes the importance of balancing individual needs while traveling and the benefits of stepping outside daily routines. Guralnik shares how shared adventures, even challenging ones, can deepen connections. The conversation also explores the significance of communication, surprises, and the value of alone time to nurture a healthy partnership.
Nov 16, 2023 • 26min
Hong Kong’s Untold Stories
Journalist Louisa Lim, author of Indelible City, shares her intimate ties with Hong Kong's vibrant past and present. She reveals her mission to highlight ordinary voices in the city's history and discusses the provocative legacy of the King of Kowloon. Lim also reflects on the cultural impact of the 2019 protests and the shifting dynamics of the region, addressing concerns for visitors and her aspirations for Hong Kong's future. This engaging dialogue unveils the intricate tapestry of a city filled with untold stories.
Nov 9, 2023 • 33min
A Vogue Editor’s Packing Secrets
Should I check my luggage or carry-on? Fold or roll? Bring one pair of shoes or...seven? Packing for a trip, when done well, can feel like an art form—yet one that few of us seem to have figured out. This week, Chloe Malle, the new Editor of Vogue.com and the co-host of Vogue’s podcast The Run-Through with Vogue, joins Lale in the studio to dish her packing wisdom—and answer listeners' burning questions.
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Nov 2, 2023 • 27min
Susan Orlean’s Extraordinary Travels
Whether its embedding herself with orchid hunters in Florida or chasing surfers in Maui, Susan Orlean is never afraid to throw herself into the story. A longtime writer for the New Yorker, and author of beloved titles like Saturday Night, The Library Book, and On Animals, she's traveled the world—and calls into the studio to share stories from Iceland, Bhutan, and more.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 28min
A Witch Expert on Salem
Salem, Massachusetts has long lived in our public consciousness as both the site of the infamous witch trials of 1692 and 1693 and as a Halloween tourist destination depicted in myriad pieces of literature, pop culture, and art. But what is it actually like to spend time there? Lale chats with Dr. Helen Berger from the Women’s Studies Center at Brandeis University, whose written multiple books about witch communities in Salem and elsewhere to find out. Plus, we dive into WitchTok content from around the world.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 29min
New York's Chinatown Through the Eyes of a Family That's Been There for Generations (Re-Run)
New York City's Chinatown is arguably one of the most famous neighborhoods in the world—and perhaps one of the most storied, too. Ava Chin, whose memoir, Mott Street: A Chinese American Family’s Story of Exclusion and Homecoming, came out this spring, chats with Lale about the apartment building that housed four generations of her family, and the journey a look into her heritage took her on.
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