While She's Away

Dianni Hall

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While She's Away Podcast is where we focus the conversation on women in travel! Whether you're a hostel-loving budget backpacker, a queer girly looking to find queer community within the travel space, or trying to learn how to work from anywhere in the world - there is space here for you. Every week join your host, Dianni Hall, as she interviews women on their experience and expertise to help women live their best lives traveling around the world! Dianni is a queer solo budget backpacker, second-generation Latina, and digital nomad who has been nomadic for almost five years! She started her journey with a solo trip to India and hasn't stopped since. Dianni is currently a freelancer working in content creation and podcast management. She has done it all in the name of seeing as much of the world as possible and she's here to share what she's learned with you!

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01- Introduction to While She's Away Podcast

While She's Away

12/30/21 • 11 min

This is the first episode of the While She's Away Podcast with Dianni Hall. In this episode you will meet your host Dianni Hall, as she shares her travel experience and explains her inspiration behind starting this podcast. If you enjoy and want to hear more, than subscribe and leave a review on iTunes!

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45. Digging into Intentional Travel in Costa Rica

While She's Away

04/09/24 • 21 min

In this week's episode, I'm taking you on a very personal journey as I unpack my recent experiences in Costa Rica. Over the past several months I've had some realizations that my constant movement has been a band-aid for deeper issues and a way to cope with life's stresses. Through this self-discovery, I delve into the idea of intentional travel and what it means to truly stay present, even when things get tough.

I'll be sharing the raw moments when travel no longer served as my escape and how it forced me to confront what I’d been avoiding. Join me as I reflect on why I’ve been running and how I aim to change my approach to exploring this beautiful world. Get ready to hear all about my highs and lows, the lessons learned, and how I'm striving to turn travel into a space for personal growth rather than an escape!

Feeling overwhelmed by all the options for creating a digital nomad lifestyle and want the easiest path? My workshop, "Make Money While Traveling: How to Become a Freelance Podcast Manager," is for you, girly! In just 90 minutes, you'll learn everything from building your portfolio to landing your first client. Don't miss out—click here to be the first to know when the pre-sale goes live on September 2nd!

In this episode I vulnerably share...

Definition of coping mechanisms and their relevance to travel
My realization that travel acted as a coping mechanism
Looking back at my initial traveling years
How the intentions behind my travels has evolved over the years
Encouraging you to reflect on your travel intentions

Resources to support Palestine:

Connect with me on social media:

Travel Resources:

Get 25% OFF Your TrustedHouseSitters Membership!

Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

Join HostelPass to Get up to 40% OFF Hostels ALL over Europe!

Looking for affordable travel insurance specifically made for digital nomads? Sign up for Nomad Insurance which is the first insurance product built specifically for nomads, by nomads!

57. 4 Lesser-Known Platforms to Find Freelance Clients Beyond Upwork & Fiverr

While She's Away

09/18/24 • 10 min

Upwork and Fiverr can be great starting points for new freelancers, but they’re often OVERRUN with people all bidding for the same jobs. It can leave you feeling frustrated and stuck, wondering why you’re not making progress. But don’t worry! In this episode, I’m sharing four alternative platforms you can start using today to find freelance clients—no need to pay for bids on Upwork!

Where to Find Freelance Clients:

Bonus Platform (bc ily): Ilovecreatives.com

If you find a freelance client using any of these platforms please send me a DM on Instagram @whileshesawaypod and I'd love to shout you out on the podcast!

Creator Highlight: Eternally Evolving Podcast

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Connect with Me on Social Media:

Travel Resources:

Get 25% OFF Your TrustedHouseSitters Membership!

Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

Resources to support Aseel and Palestine:

45. Digging into Intentional Travel in Costa Rica

While She's Away

04/09/24 • 23 min

In this episode I vulnerably share...

Definition of coping mechanisms and their relevance to travel
My realization that travel acted as a coping mechanism
Looking back at my initial traveling years
How the intentions behind my travels has evolved over the years
Encouraging you to reflect on your travel intentions

Resources to support Palestine:

Connect with me on social media:

Travel Resources:

Get 25% OFF Your TrustedHouseSitters Membership!

Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

Join HostelPass to Get up to 40% OFF Hostels ALL over Europe!

54. The Maverick Show: The World’s Largest Pride Parade, Shaving Your Head in India, and Riding a Motorcycle Across Vietnam

While She's Away

08/28/24 • 47 min

Welcome back to another episode of the While She's Away Podcast! This week I'm resharing an episode where I guested on The Maverick Show with Matt Bowles.

The Maverick Show is all about real, in-depth chats with some of the most interesting world travelers, digital nomads, and location-independent entrepreneurs. Matt Bowles travels the globe full-time, meeting fascinating people, uncovering stories of their wildest adventures, and breaking down the skills, tactics, and strategies they use to build remote businesses and design their own lifestyles.

I joined Matt for an afternoon wine sesh, and we started talking about my parents' immigrant experience. I reflected on my own journey of embracing my Guatemalan and Puerto Rican heritage, as well as my journey as a queer person. I talked about my journey traveling across Vietnam by motorcycle, living in Spain, and sailing the Greek Islands. I shared the magical experience of attending the largest LGBTQIA+ Pride Celebration in the world in São Paulo, Brazil.

Want to harness the freedom that comes with freelancing? Join my 90-minute workshop live on September 2nd, designed to help you get your first paid client as a podcast manager. This bite-sized yet impactful session will set you up for success without needing hours of courses. Plus, there’s a Q&A session a few weeks post-launch for any burning questions you have.

Connect with Me on Social Media:

Travel Resources:

Looking for affordable travel insurance specifically made for digital nomads? Sign up for Nomad Insurance which is the first insurance product built specifically for nomads, by nomads!

Get 25% OFF Your TrustedHouseSitters Membership!

Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

47. Unruly Podcast: Rainbow Everything Everywhere All At Once With Charlie Sprinkman & Friends

While She's Away

06/19/24 • 58 min

Happy Pride Month!!

This week I'm re-sharing an episode from the Unruly Podcast that features several different trans, non-binary, and queer humans:

Join us for a special episode where host Calen Otto takes listeners back in time — traversing backyard woodlands and river rapids — to retrace bare-footed memories from each of our guests, woven together by illuminating storytelling.

Charlie Sprinkman is featured on this episode among other trans, non-binary, and queer folks. This episode is an ode to the experiences of folks now in their mid 20's and 30's who grew up in rural spaces as queer children, found refuge in the outdoors, and have transmuted their unique experiences into the life-changing work that they do today.

Podcast guest list:

Charlie Sprinkman from Everywhere is Queer
Kaysn Kile from Rural Gone Rouge
Wesley Kile from By Wesley Photography
Rivers Wilder Green (musician)
Dianni Hall from While She's Away
Charlie Alexander from TNET
Sound clip including pattrice jones from VINE Sanctuary.

Episode Resources:

Podcast episode TRANScript

While She's Away Podcast

Rivers Wilder Green

Unruly Travel & Living Blog

Additional LGBTQIA episodes:

How Quouch Makes Couch Surfing Safe for Queer Travelers

Life as a Lesbian Traveler

59. A Beginners Guide to Travel Hacking Lindsay Mukaddam

While She's Away

10/03/24 • 33 min

This week I'm replaying one of our MOST listened to episodes all about....travel hacking!! In this episode, I basically get taught a 101 class on credit cards, points and miles, and travel hacking. This is nowhere near my area of expertise so I'm super excited to have this week's guest, Lindsay Mukaddam, sharing everything she knows!

Lindsay is a travel blogger and content creator based in Austin, TX focusing on solo travel for women. She encourages and educates women on how to discover their strength and independence through exploring the world. Lindsay hosts group trips around the world for members of the OGW community.

In this episode, we chat about:

How Lindsay got started in travel hacking
How to find your first travel credit card
How to get the best redemption
What is a shopping portal and how to use it
How to get perks even if you don’t have great credit
Perks of using your credit card over your debt card
Misconceptions around travel hacking

Connect with Lindsay & I on Socials:

What do you wanna hear on the pod?? Whether it's a guest you’re dying to listen to or a topic you’ve been obsessed with lately, let me know! Drop your ideas here, and I’ll make it happen ✨

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Travel Resources:

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Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

Resources to support Aseel and Palestine:

51. Making Freelance Podcast Management Work: Client Tips, Networking, and More

While She's Away

08/07/24 • 19 min

In this episode of While She's Away, I’m diving into freelancing as a digital nomad! I’m answering your questions about how to get started, manage clients across different time zones, and find time to improve your skills. I'm also sharing all about the importance of networking and how platforms like HoneyBook can make client management easy! Plus, I'll give you a sneak peek into my upcoming workshop designed to help aspiring freelancers make money while traveling!

Mentioned in the episode:

Sign up for Honeybook
Episode 50: From Nannying to My First Paid Client
Get notified when Make Money While Traveling: How to Become a Freelance Podcast Manager goes live!

Connect with me on social media:

Travel Resources:

Get 25% OFF Your TrustedHouseSitters Membership!

Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

Looking for affordable travel insurance specifically made for digital nomads? Sign up for Nomad Insurance which is the first insurance product built specifically for nomads, by nomads!

Resources to support Aseel and Palestine:

50. From Nannying to My First Paid Client

While She's Away

07/30/24 • 20 min

In this episode of While She's Away, I’m sharing my personal journey from being a full-time nanny to landing my first paid client as a freelancer! I'll be opening up about my transformative shift into the digital nomad lifestyle, recounting the steps I took to develop new skills and finally secure my first podcast production client. Plus, I’ll give you a sneak peek into an upcoming workshop designed to help you become a freelance podcast producer. Join me as I reflect on my milestones, share insights, and hopefully inspire you to chase your own digital nomad dreams.

Feeling overwhelmed by all the options for creating a digital nomad lifestyle and just want the easiest path? My workshop, "Make Money While Traveling: How to Become a Freelance Podcast Manager," then this is for you girly! In just 90 minutes, you'll learn everything from building your portfolio to landing your first client. Don't miss out—click here to be the first to know when the pre-sale goes live on September 2nd!

Connect with me on social media:

Travel Resources:

Get 25% OFF Your TrustedHouseSitters Membership!

Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

Looking for affordable travel insurance specifically made for digital nomads? Sign up for Nomad Insurance which is the first insurance product built specifically for nomads, by nomads!

Resources to support Aseel and Palestine:

46. How Quouch Makes Couch Surfing Safe for Queer Travelers with Nora Von Breitenbach

While She's Away

05/21/24 • 43 min

In this episode of While She's Away, I dive into the vibrant world of queer travel and community building. I sit down with Nora, the amazing founder of Quouch—a platform that makes sure queer people and women have safe and comfy places to stay while traveling. We chat about everything from her couch-surfing adventures in Berlin to the crucial steps she's taken to make travel safer for LGBTQIA+ folks. You'll get to hear all about the creation and impact of Quouch.

We also have a moving story from Aseel, a Palestinian woman who shares her experiences and struggles during the ongoing conflict in Palestine. Her powerful message underscores the need for global solidarity and understanding in tough times.

Join me as we explore these compelling stories, personal journeys, community empowerment, and tips for safe travel for queer folks in this enlightening episode of While She's Away.

In this episode Nora and I talk about:

Why Quouch is so important for queer travelers
Safety issues during travel for the queer community
Importance of safety measures and understanding personal safety needs
Need for understanding and solidarity from cis men

Resources to support Aseel and Palestine:

Connect with me and Nora on social media:

Travel Resources:

Looking for affordable travel insurance specifically made for digital nomads? Sign up for Nomad Insurance which is the first insurance product built specifically for nomads, by nomads!

Get 25% OFF Your TrustedHouseSitters Membership!

Get $10 OFF Your Worldpackers Membership

Join HostelPass to Get up to 40% OFF Hostels ALL over Europe!

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How many episodes does While She's Away have?

While She's Away currently has 71 episodes available.

What topics does While She's Away cover?

The podcast is about Places & Travel, Society & Culture and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on While She's Away?

The episode title '01- Introduction to While She's Away Podcast' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on While She's Away?

The average episode length on While She's Away is 41 minutes.

How often are episodes of While She's Away released?

Episodes of While She's Away are typically released every 7 days, 14 hours.

When was the first episode of While She's Away?

The first episode of While She's Away was released on Dec 30, 2021.

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