One More Thing Before You Go

Michael R. Herst sits down with remarkable people and asks the question most interviews skip: What actually shaped you into who you are today? One More Thing Before You Go is a cinematic interview podcast built on unhurried conversations with global voices whose lived experiences illuminate culture, travel, food, and the shared human story. Each conversation strips away the polished narrative to reveal what’s underneath—the heritage, the struggles, and the moments that quietly changed everything. Inspired by the warmth of a Mediterranean table, the show moves beyond surface-level accomplishments to explore personal transformation, authentic humanity, and the stories that continue to shape who we are becoming—creating space for intentional storytelling in a loud world. New episodes release every Wednesday, Pull up a chair. You’re always invited to take a seat at the table. Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcast This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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  Episode #576

  Sober Travel: We Didn't Get Sober for a Smaller Life | Teresa Bergen

  Aug 19, 20261h 1m

  What if giving up alcohol didn't mean giving up adventure? Travel is supposed to expand our world. But what happens when the very places we travel to seem to revolve around drinking? A hotel minibar. An airport bar. A champagne toast. A business conference where networking happens over cocktails. A cruise where drinks seem to follow you everywhere. For travel writer Teresa Bergen, traveling alcohol-free isn't about living a smaller life. It's about finally being free to experience a bigger one. In this conversation, Michael and Teresa explore the unexpected challenges of sober travel—and the freedom that comes from learning how to navigate the world on your own terms. Teresa shares what she's discovered through 15 years as a travel writer specializing in outdoor adventure, wellness, vegan and sober travel, and why she believes we didn't get sober to have little lives. Her new book, Sober Travel Handbook , offers practical strategies for navigating airports, hotels, conferences, family gatherings, cruises, and unfamiliar cultures without alcohol becoming the center of the experience. But this conversation goes deeper than travel tips. It's about what happens when we stop allowing other people's expectations to define how we experience the world. Because the goal isn't simply to travel without alcohol. It's to discover how much more life there is to experience when you don't need it. Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcast Want to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- Podcasts This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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  Episode #575

  Lost for a Century: Family Secrets, Irish Heritage & Incan Gold with Brigid Kennedy

  Aug 12, 202656 min

  What if a story buried in your family for more than a century suddenly asked you to tell it? Brigid Kennedy’s story begins with a real Irish treasure hunter, her great-grandfather Robert Patrick Kennedy, who crossed the Atlantic, married Eudocia Rodrigues in Arequipa, Peru, in 1910—and then disappeared into the Amazon. The story survived in fragments until one night, when Brigid’s grandmother appeared to her in a dream and asked her to write the family story. Brigid had never written a novel. She said yes. The result is LOST — The Lost City of Incan Gold , a historical fantasy rooted in her Irish and Incan heritage. In this remarkable conversation, Michael and Brigid explore family mysteries, ancestral places, the power of heritage, and what happens when we travel across the world to reconnect with the people who came before us. From Ireland’s Cliffs of Moher and Galway to the monastery in Peru where her great-grandparents married, this is a story about the past refusing to stay buried—and one woman’s journey to bring it back to life. Sometimes the story isn’t lost. It’s waiting to be remembered. Takeaways: The story of Brigid Kennedy's great-grandfather, an Irish treasure hunter, is a profound tale that spans cultures and generations. Brigid's journey to write her family's history began with a dream from her grandmother, prompting her to uncover a long-buried legacy. The intertwining of Irish and Incan heritage in Brigid's novel serves as a testament to the power of ancestry and storytelling. Brigid's travels to Ireland and Peru allowed her to connect deeply with her roots, enriching her narrative with authenticity and emotion. The act of saying 'yes' to her grandmother's call led Brigid to rediscover her family's past and share it with the world through her writing. The conversation highlights the importance of reclaiming one's heritage and the stories that shape our identities across time and space. Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcast Want to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- Podcasts This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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  Episode #574

  Walking Through the Echoes of World War I | Briana Gervat

  Aug 5, 202656 min

  What if the places that carry humanity's deepest wounds also have the power to heal something within us? In this episode of One More Thing Before You Go , Michael welcomes poet, author, photographer, and adventurer Briana Gervat for a deeply reflective conversation about history, solitude, resilience, and the unexpected ways travel transforms us. In 2022, Briana set out alone on an extraordinary pilgrimage along the Western Front, walking hundreds of miles from the border of Switzerland and France, across the Vosges Mountains, and through the battle-scarred forests and villages where World War I forever changed the course of history. But this isn't simply a story about war. It's a story about what happens when we slow down enough to hear the whispers of the past—and our own hearts. Together, Michael and Briana explore what it means to walk alone through landscapes marked by unimaginable loss, how nature quietly teaches resilience, why solitude can become one of life's greatest companions, and how simple moments—sharing a meal, meeting a stranger, or following an unfamiliar path—can reconnect us with what truly matters. Whether you're drawn to history, travel, poetry, or the search for meaning, this conversation invites you to see the world—and perhaps yourself—with fresh eyes. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why walking through historic places changes the way we see ourselves • How solitude can become a source of strength instead of loneliness • What the landscapes of the Western Front still have to teach us today • The surprising connection between nature, memory, and healing • How travel can become a journey inward, not just across the world Sometimes the longest journey isn't measured in miles. It's measured in perspective. Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcast Want to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- Podcasts This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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  Episode #573

  The Intersection of Hollywood and Flow: A Conversation with Steven Puri

  Jul 29, 20261h 7m

  What happens when a life lived inside Hollywood’s biggest franchises collides with the quiet, inner world of flow states? In this episode, Michael sits down with Steven Puri , a former EVP at DreamWorks and VP at 20th Century Fox whose career shaped films like Transformers , Star Trek , Die Hard , and Independence Day . But this isn’t a conversation about Hollywood credits — it’s about the human story behind them. Steven shares the unexpected journey from news anchor to software engineer , from Oscar‑winning visual effects producer to studio executive , and finally to a founder seeking meaning, focus, and fulfillment. Along the way, he reveals the raw turning points that shaped his identity: selling his first company at 28, surviving two failed startups, rediscovering purpose, and learning how flow states became the quiet engine behind his creativity. Together, Michael and Steven explore: The journey from Hollywood executive to founder illustrates the importance of purpose and fulfillment in life. Flow states serve as a critical mechanism for enhancing creativity under pressure, revealing hidden psychological dynamics. Failures in business can lead to profound personal growth and a deeper understanding of identity and purpose. The cultural forces in Hollywood heavily influence storytelling, shaping narratives that resonate with audiences across generations. Focus is increasingly becoming a rare skill in our distraction-heavy society, necessitating conscious efforts to cultivate it. Accessing flow states requires a conducive environment and clear, manageable goals that align with personal values. Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcast Want to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- Podcasts This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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  Episode #572

  When Life Changes the Story You Thought You Were Living | Jim Paulk

  Jul 22, 20261h 6m

  What if the greatest challenges of your life were preparing you for your greatest purpose? Resilience isn’t something we’re born with—it is built through adversity, difficult choices, and the moments that quietly redefine who we become. In this cinematic conversation, Michael sits down with Jim Paulk to explore how life’s unexpected setbacks can become the foundation for purpose, personal growth, and lasting strength. Jim shares the defining moments that tested his character, the lessons he learned when life refused to follow the script, and why resilience is less about surviving hardship than discovering who you become because of it. Together, Michael and Jim explore what it means to live intentionally, embrace uncertainty, and find meaning even in life’s most difficult seasons. If you’ve ever questioned your direction, struggled through adversity, or wondered whether your hardest chapter has a greater purpose, this conversation offers hope, perspective, and practical wisdom you’ll carry long after it ends. This episode explores resilience, purpose, overcoming adversity, personal growth, mindset, intentional living, and the courage to keep moving forward—even when the path isn’t clear. One More Thing Before You Go is a cinematic interview podcast where every conversation begins with curiosity, deepens through presence, and reveals the stories that shape who we become. Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcast Want to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- Podcas This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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