46. How Quouch Makes Couch Surfing Safe for Queer Travelers with Nora Von Breitenbach
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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.
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 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:
- Help Aseel Evacuate Gaza
- Donate to Provide Clean water and food to families in Gaza
- Contact Your Reps, Find a Protest & Take Action
Connect with me and Nora on social media:
Travel Resources:
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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.
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 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:
- Help Aseel Evacuate Gaza
- Donate to Provide Clean water and food to families in Gaza
- Contact Your Reps, Find a Protest & Take Action
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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46. How Quouch Makes Couch Surfing Safe for Queer Travelers with Nora Von Breitenbach
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:
- Help Aseel Evacuate Gaza
- Donate to Provide Clean water and food to families in Gaza
- Contact Your Reps, Find a Protest & Take Action
Connect with me and Nora 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!
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47. Unruly Podcast: Rainbow Everything Everywhere All At Once With Charlie Sprinkman & Friends
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:
Additional LGBTQIA episodes:
How Quouch Makes Couch Surfing Safe for Queer Travelers
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!
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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