Had To Be There

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  • Explore new places and ignite your inner wanderlust. Travel to new and exciting destinations around the world through the vacation memories of our guests!
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Episodes
  • 099 | Amazon Rainforest

    099 | Amazon Rainforest
    Feb 25 2025

    Meet Dominique Mann, a versatile writer, storyteller, and passionate traveler! Join us as Dominique takes us deep into her transformative journey in the Amazon rainforest. Plus, hear how her personal heritage inspires her travel dreams, including a future journey to Italy, and discover the art of creative storytelling in the digital age.


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    Connect with Dominique Mann:

    • Website:⁠ ⁠dominiquejacquelinemann.com
    • ⁠Instagram⁠
    • ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠


    Connect with Had To Be There:

    • Website: ⁠hadtobethere.net⁠
    • Instagram: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠
    • Facebook: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠
    • Twitter: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠


    Connect with Vacations by Kelly for your next trip:

    • Website: ⁠trips.hadtobethere.net⁠
    • Instagram: ⁠@vacationsby_kelly⁠
    • Facebook: ⁠@vacationsbykelly⁠
    • Twitter: ⁠@kellyvacations⁠
    • Email: ⁠kelly.acevedo@academytravel.com
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    41 mins
  • 098 | Borneo

    098 | Borneo
    Jan 29 2025
    Meet Jo, an intrepid explorer of inner and outer worlds. Educator, Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, martial arts student, and writer, Jo's life is a tapestry of incredible experiences. Join us as she takes us deep into the jungle of Borneo for a true Had To Be There moment with a local tribe, sharing a story that will leave you in awe of the power of human connection and adventure. Jo's remarkable background includes everything from studying at Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service to publishing poetry and creative fiction under the name Jo Patti. A mother, a Sundancer, and a certified combat analyst, Jo's life is a testament to resilience, creativity, and boundless curiosity. Don't forget to leave us a Google review: Find us on GoodPods: Connect with Jo Patti Munisteri: Website: ⁠jopattix.com Instagram Facebook LinkedIn⁠ Twitter Buy Jo's Books! YouTube Tips from Jo: Here are a few tips for items to include in a travel and home medical kit: Po Chai pills - effective for stomach upsets, food poisoning, diarrhea and hangovers: this TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) is even sold on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Po+Chai+pills&crid=1VTGVV0WI7ZRW&sprefix=po+chai+pills%2Caps%2C137&ref=nb_sb_noss_1Tourniquets. (Suggest the Israeli one hand tourniquet): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=israeli+tourniquet&hvadid=174210851985&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=1026441&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4459116844189454690&hvtargid=kwd-35142676220&hydadcr=24657_9648987&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_9s2fsthzkw_eSmall, portable headlamp: https://www.amazon.com/Energizer-Forest-Headlamp-Dimming-Technology/dp/B083JWX9PK/ref=sr_1_9?crid=3MU0LH8JAAXTZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.68bs5EY6cfo22mhh40UF8YkAQe0RjHRFqBIgnR3JXwH3h0FExmtUQmfs6NvdVUqdgYt9K22LC1Turopx13FXd6PTqyvUUifEbNOYpxAiBBdFeYl3HV05AyqAUUtwAltEnUaM8ALOrvBop7boaCYE06e-RdAJv-zYZzbifTw-7_MmlmcCELmdnBd2VKjHcRfjGTMUJbmu72Q2GTvCOBgtDZ6lIPNvfv1Fn-hykBB4iwUpHkiUuhDDhRnBi2LCEPCvZ2XxBnQr8rzJajbR3lKKlsn4eoN7ra_FuBl58soAyrQ.FJvzFv7bj_KgOgHerW0WUO7-vISfY4wknIZW7DrYaQ4&dib_tag=se&keywords=head%2Blamps%2Bfor%2Bcamping&qid=1729771243&sprefix=head%2Blampts%2Bfor%2Bcamping%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-9&th=1A great tasting natural-reliable product from PaleoValley (small business) for Collagen/protein powders-tastes good, too: https://paleovalley.com/store/grass-fed-bone-broth-protein Connect with Had To Be There: Website: hadtobethere.netInstagram: @hadtobethere203Facebook: @hadtobethere203Twitter: @hadtobethere203 Connect with Vacations by Kelly for your next trip: Website: trips.hadtobethere.netInstagram: @vacationsby_kelly Facebook: @vacationsbykellyTwitter: @kellyvacationsEmail: kelly.acevedo@academytravel.com
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    50 mins
  • 097 | Isle of Skye

    097 | Isle of Skye
    Jan 22 2025

    Meet Catryn, a corporate-powerhouse-turned-spiritual-Indiana-Jones. Join us as she shares her Had To Be There experience on the Isle of Skye, where a mysterious vision of a Celtic warrior goddess kicked off the adventure of a lifetime.

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    Connect with Catryn Becker:

    • Website: ⁠https://optimizewe.com/⁠
    • Instagram: ⁠@relax_with_catryn⁠
    • LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/catrynbecker⁠
    • TikTok: ⁠@catrynbecker⁠
    • YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC013Zh3cBwOLVdxtol3BCVA⁠


    Connect with Had To Be There:

    • Website: ⁠https://www.hadtobethere.net⁠
    • Instagram: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠
    • Facebook: ⁠Had to Be There Podcast⁠
    • Twitter: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠


    Connect with Vacations by Kelly for your next trip:

    • Website: ⁠https://trips.hadtobethere.net⁠
    • Instagram: ⁠@vacationsby_kelly⁠
    • Facebook: ⁠Vacations by Kelly⁠
    • Twitter: ⁠@KellyVacations⁠
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    1 hr and 5 mins

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