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In this video, hosts Tonya and Ian Fitzpatrick lead you on a powerful exploration of history as they visit the Liberation Pavilion at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans.

World Footprints was honored to attend the opening day of the 68th annual United Nations General Assembly in New York. This prestigious event began with a warm welcome from the Secretary General

We bring you love from one of our favorite cities in the world - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Rio de Janeiro is a colorful, vibrant, and energetic city full of beautiful people. Many say that the people of Rio de Janeiro are its biggest asset, and we couldn't agree more.

World Footprints stows away with travel writer and "For The Love Of Europe" and how travel is an antidote to the purposeful dumbing down of American society. We will explore Rick Steves' Europe and it will be fun to see Europe through his eyes. This interview shows a different side of Rick Steves and our conversation explores the responsibility and place in the world that Rick believes he occupies. Rick discusses why travel is important to educational development and global citizenship. Our conversation is thoughtful and provocative in parts and it shows a side of Rick that is not frequently seen. "The more you learn about this world...the broader your viewpoint gets...the more you celebrate diversity..." --Rick Steves Until we are free and safe to travel again we can explore Rick Steves' Europe and beyond through Rick's stories. (We promise you'll be entertained.) We can also discover how we think [...]

Join us for an inspiring conversation with author Janet Cheatham Bell, who has witnessed the evolution of racial equality in the United States firsthand, from the Civil Rights Movement to today's Black Lives Matter movement. Janet Cheatham Ball shares her profound insights on the progress and ongoing challenges in the fight for racial equality. Janet Cheatham Bell, mother of W. Kamau Bell, the host of CNN's "United Shades of America," also provides fascinating behind-the-scenes insights from her son's show, including her cameo appearance on the season premiere. Her unique perspective offers a deeper understanding of the current racial landscape and the power of media in shaping public discourse. "Traveling to other countries was liberating because I learned that people are the same everywhere…being human is the same everywhere and it has nothing to do with color or culture." -Janet Cheatham Bell One of the most enlightening parts of our conversation [...]

In her new book, You Call THIS Democracy? author Elizabeth Rusch illuminates undemocratic elements plaguing American democracy.  She also offers international comparisons and provides insights into how American democracy is viewed from abroad.

Why is it important for people of color to control their own narrative? How does preserving your story support historical truths? Ardre Orie is a publisher, social activist, and ghostwriter who helps Black men and people of color discover the power of their voice.

Many of us have been sitting idly by as we wait for restrictions and the stay-at-home orders that were imposed during this COVID-19 pandemic to lift. Meanwhile we've been snacking more and becoming stiff from being sedentary. So World Footprints spoke to AFAA Personal Trainer and Venice Nutrition Coach, Neila Bond, who is running online fitness courses and nutritional coaching. Neila shared some easy-to-do exercises to help everyone (of all fitness levels) stay fit.

How does a travel writer and photographer keep the spirit of travel alive when COVID-19 has us stuck at home? She uses household items to build outdoor scenes--mountains, lakes, canyons and oceans--to create a photo series called "The Great Indoors". Erin Sullivan of Erin Outdoors took us on a tour around her miniature adventures. She also revealed what her "soul country" is. That is a term we created to describe a country that really speaks to your soul. Sit back, enjoy and please SUBSCRIBE if you like our work. #TheGreatIndoors ****************** Erin Sullivan is a photographer and writer passionate about the outdoors, meaningful travel, and living deliberately. She uses her platform, Erin Outdoors, to show the beauty and complexity of the world we live in, and to encourage genuine connection to the outdoors, culture, people and wildlife.

Travel journalist and Toronto-based Greek food tour operator Jim Bamboulis of Travel Mammal joins World Footprints to share the vibrant culinary scene and rich diversity of Toronto, Canada. Jim tells us that we can experience Greece in Toronto and essentially eat our way around the world in the city. Jim takes us on a special virtual tour of Toronto's Greek town and he tells us about a special opportunity he offers to help us taste a bit of Greece from anywhere. Jim also tells us how Toronto is dealing with the coronavirus and how this pandemic is affecting small business and the travel and tourism industry. *For more info about the food tours/gift bags, please visit TravelMammalTours.com. *For all how-to videos, podcasts and travel videos, YouTube.com/TravelMammal. *For everything marketing/social media related, TravelMammalMarketing.com. ****************** Jim Bamboulis has over 20 years of media production experience in the broadcast, digital and social media [...]

World Footprints sat down with travel journalist Helen Hatzis, co-founder of Trip Jaunt and one of Canada's Nicest People, to discuss the future of travel for journalists and the public in a post-coronavirus world. Helen shares her thoughts on how the travel landscape is evolving and what we can expect in the coming years.

World Footprints speaks with Ayesha Tanzeem, Voice of America (VOA) Bureau Chief for Pakistan and Afghanistan, to discuss the region's COVID-19 response and challenges. Ayesha shares information not widely reported outside the Middle East, offering enlightening insights into the pandemic's impact.