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Haida Gwaii Episode 9: K’una – The Party Town of Haida Gwaii
In this episode, we talk about the vibrant village of K’una—better known as Skedans—once a bustling Haida trading hub and now a peaceful site of cultural reflection. Host Norm meets with Watchman Mel…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Air Canada Strike Survival Guide: Last-Minute Travel Hacks that Work
In this episode we talk about how to navigate the uncertainty of canceled flights, unconfirmed bookings, and travel emergencies caused by the Air Canada strike. Whether you're currently stuck at the …
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
How Airlines Choose Where You Fly: The Fiji Airways Playbook
In this episode we talk with John Checketts of Fiji Airways about the science and strategy of airline route planning. Host Normand Schafer explores how destinations are chosen, what data goes into la…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Haida Gwaii Episode 6.2: The Totem, the Protest, and the People Who Wouldn't Back Down
In this episode we talk about a story of travel rooted not in sightseeing, but in standing still—holding ground. Our Haida elder guide takes us back to the moment in 1985 when elders, youth, and fami…
Published on 3 months ago
Haida Gwaii Episode 7: Gandll K’in Gwaay.yaay – Soaking in Story, Stewardship, and Steam
In this episode we talk about the beautiful and sacred G̱andll K’in Gwaay.yaay (Hotspring Island) of Haida Gwaii, where natural hot springs offer more than just warmth—they offer a connection to gene…
Published on 3 months ago
Next-Gen Travel Planning: Tech Meets Culture in the Pacific
In this episode we talk about what happens when high-tech tools meet heritage tourism. Normand Schafer interviews leaders from Far Sight Innovations Consultancy about their work designing platforms t…
Published on 3 months ago
Haida Gwaii Episode 6: Windy Bay’s Legacy Pole – How Protest Became Preservation
In this episode, we talk about the environmental and cultural transformation sparked by the 1985 Haida protests at Windy Bay. Our conversation with Reg Max Wesley takes us deep into the roots of the …
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Haida Gwaii Episode 5: Ancient Villages, Remote Life & the Revival of Haida Spirit
In this episode we talk about the powerful interplay between ancient tradition and present‑day life in Haida Gwaii. Our guest, Douglas Moody, shares his journey from growing up in sacred Watchmen sit…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Real Fiji. Real Stories. The Duvata Collective Experience
In this episode we talk about how travel becomes transformative through the work of the Duvata Collective. Host Normand Schafer dives into how this grassroots initiative connects visitors with local …
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Haida Gwaii Episode 4: Guided by Culture on Remote Island Trails
In this episode we talk about the power of place shaped by community, heritage, and identity. Linda Tallis, Haida guide and cultural interpreter, walks listeners through Haida Gwaii—from poles raised…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago