Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real Journeys, Real Stories, Real Healing
Travel Time Stories was created from a deeply personal journey—one shaped by life experiences, unexpected paths, and a commitment to healing and growth.
What began as a love for travel and meaningful conversation has grown into a space where real stories are shared, meaningful connections are formed, and healing begins.
Shannon and her co-host Ann share heartfelt conversations with their guests about adventure, healing, resilience, and the moments that shaped them. Whether the journey spans continents or travels the path of wisdom, these stories remind us that travel has the power to connect, inspire, and heal.
Life is a journey and every journey is worth telling.
As the community has grown, so has the vision-expanding into The Story Circle, where listeners are encouraged not only to hear stories, but to reflect on and share their own. They can make new friends, get more involved with the show, gain support, and connect on a deeper level.
TTS is about connection, understanding, and the belief that when we share our journeys, we remind each other that we are never alone.
Whether you’re navigating change, searching for connection, or simply love meaningful stories, you’re welcome here.
So, grab your favorite beverage and join us on the journey because the best stories are the ones we live.
Episodes
48 episodes
From Combat to Consciousness A Veteran’s Journey Through Trauma Healing & Awakening (feat. Brandi "Bee" Doyle)
What happens when a combat medic comes home — and her body and mind begin to collapse? In this powerful episode of Travel Time Stories, we sit down with Brandi “Bee” Doyle — nurse practitioner, combat veteran, trauma survivor, and s...
When the Perfect Life Implodes: A Trip to India That Changed Everything (feat. Anna Quigley)
What do you do when the “perfect life” you built suddenly falls apart? In this powerful episode of Travel Time Stories, we sit down with transformational speaker and Journey to Purpose founder Anna Quigley to talk about what happens...
We Almost Missed the Ship! Our Honest Virgin Voyages Review (feat. Kristen Woods)
What happens when your cruise almost doesn’t happen?In this episode of Travel Time Stories, Shannon and Ann sit down with their sister and best friend Kristen to break down her recent Virgin Voyages sailing — starting with the travel cha...
Starting Over in Midlife: Divorce, Identity & Finding Yourself Again (feat. Tracy Smith)
Midlife has a way of asking hard questions. Who are you when the roles you built your life around begin to shift? Who are you after divorce? What happens when “home” no longer feels like home?In this e...
120 Countries Together: The Reality of Travel & Marriage|(feat. John & Ann Cinnamon)
What happens when you travel to more than 120 countries together… and stay married? In this episode of Travel Time Stories, we sit down with John and Ann Cinnamon — a couple who have traveled to all seven continents, all 50 U.S. sta...
The Personalities Explained: Why You Think, Feel & Respond the Way You Do|(feat. Marita Tedder)|
What if the very traits you’ve questioned about yourself are actually your greatest strengths? In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, we sit down with Marita Tedder — author, speaker, and personality expert — to ...
No Kid Sleeps on the Floor: The Movement Changing Lives|(feat. Luke Mickelson)
What if a single handmade bed could spark a global movement? In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, we sit down with Luke Mickelson, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), the nonprofit organization on a mission to ...
The Power of Story: Turning Shame into Wisdom (feat. Kristan Swan)
What does it really mean to live in alignment with yourself?In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, Shannon and Ann sit down with Kristen Swan — life and spiritual guide, journal creator, and workshop facilitat...
Adventure Has No Age Limit: Slow Travel, House Sitting, Solo Hiking (feat. Belinda Coker)
What if adventure didn’t have an expiration date? In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, Shannon and Ann sit down with Belinda Coker — lifelong traveler, solo hiker, and creator of Soul Treader — to explore what it mea...
Travel Smarter, Not Harder: Budget Friendly Adventures with the Smart Travelista (feat. Linda King)
Travel doesn’t have to be expensive or overwhelming to be meaningful. In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, Shannon and Ann sit down with Linda King — Amazon best-selling author, travel blogger, travel coach, and crea...
No Matter Where You Go, There You Are: Life Lessons and Inner Clarity (feat. Kristen Crabtree)
What happens when travel stops being an escape — and becomes a mirror?In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, Shannon and Ann sit down with Kristen Crabtree, author and transformation guide, to talk about freedom, identity, ...
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Riding Across American Life Lessons from a Tandem Bike Journey (feat. Teri M Brown)
What happens when you follow curiosity — on the road and on the page? In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, Shannon and Ann sit down with author Teri M. Brown to talk about adventure, storytelling, and the courage it ...
Grief Isn't Linear: Understanding Loss, Divorce, and Healing (feat. Lisa Rites)
⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes discussions of grief and loss. Please take care of yourself while listening. Grief doesn’t come with a timeline — and it doesn’t look the same for everyone. In this episode of Travel Time Stori...
Ethical Volunteer Travel and Global Impact with Globe Aware (feat. Kimberly Haley Coleman)
Welcome back to Travel Time Stories with Shannon! Today, Shannon and Ann sit down with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, founder of @GlobeAware a nonprofit dedicated to culturally respectful, community-driv...
From Leadship Books to Erotic Fiction: A Real Conversation (feat. Anthony Scott)
Join Shannon and co-host Ann on this episode of Travel Time Stories as they sit down with author and Marine Corps veteran Tony Scott. Tony shares his multifaceted journey from Cleveland, Ohio, to becoming an attorney, public speaker, and writer...
Traveling During a Government Shutdown: Chaos, Crowds & Kindness (feat. Ann Tuttle)
What really happens when you travel during a government shutdown?In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I’m joined by my best friend and co-host Ann as we share our real-life experiences flying during a gove...
What Your Voice Reveals: Unlocking Emotional Healing (feat. Deepak Chari)
In this heartfelt episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, host Shannon and co-host Ann engage with Deepak Chari, an engineer and certified biofeedback specialist, to explore the intersection of science and emotional healing. Th...
When Love Met Me After Survival
This episode is personal.In this solo chapter of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I open up about the season of my life when everything quietly began to change — not because the past disappeared, but because I slowly learned th...
Travel Tales of Luxury & Backpacking in Southeast Asia (feat.Melissa Rodway)
Join hosts Shannon and Ann on Travel Time Stories with Shannon as they dive into the vibrant and unpredictable world of Southeast Asia with special guest Melissa Rodway. Melissa, author of 'The People You Meet: Luxury, Leeches, Love, and Lao-La...
Carnival Dream 14 Day Journey Tell All: Part 2
On this episode of Travel Time Stories Shannon and her co-host Ann dive into their recent 14 day cruise on the Carnival Dream and tell all....giving honest reviews of each port, the pros and cons of the ship and sharing some of the shocking thi...
Christmas Special: Hot Cocoa, Decorations & Traditions
On this special Christmas episode of Travel Time Stories join host Shannon and co-host Ann as they discuss all things Christmas. Christmas Past vs PresentTraditions they grew up with and ones they share with their kids...
Carnival Dream 14 Day Journey Tell All: Part 1
On this episode of Travel Time Stories Shannon and her co-host Ann dive into their recent 14 day cruise on the Carnival Dream and tell all....giving honest reviews of each port, the pros and cons of the ship and sharing some of the shocking thi...
From Survival to Living: Picking Up The Pieces After Trauma
What happens after the storm? In this powerful episode, I share the raw and real process of rebuilding life after an abusive relationship. From navigating the emotional wreckage to rediscovering your identity, this is about moving beyond surviv...
Luxury with Purpose: Philanthropic Travel with Special Guest Christopher Hill
In this episode of Travel Time Stories, hosts Shannon and Ann explore the concept of luxury travel intertwined with philanthropy through a conversation with Christopher Hill of Hands Up Holidays. Christopher shares his transfo...
Friendship on the Road: A 6,000 Mile Journey with Special Guests Tori & Taryn
What happens when two best friends hit the road for 6,000 miles? In this episode of Travel Time Stories, host Shannon welcomes Tori and Taryn, the hosts of Healing When Traveling Treasures podcast. They share their incredible...