Life is a journey, and every journey is worth telling. Welcome to Travel Time Stories with Shannon , a space where we believe that when we share our paths—the detours, the breakthroughs, and the healing—we remind each other that we are never truly alone. Travel Time Stories was born from a deeply personal mission: to explore the intersection of travel, resilience, and the human spirit. Hosted by Shannon and her co-host Ann, this podcast goes beyond the standard travelogue. We invite you to sit down with us, grab your favorite beverage, and join a community dedicated to raw, honest, and transformative conversation. You belong here if you’ve ever felt like life is a series of chapters, some more difficult to read than others. This community is for those navigating major life changes, those searching for deeper connection, and those who know that the "perfect" life isn't always what it seems. If you are a traveler at heart, a seeker of truth, o
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Episode #71
Late Night Relationship Talk with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards
Oct 2, 20261h 3mS2
He's back—and the conversation goes even deeper. In his first appearance on Travel Time Stories, Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards challenged the way we think about love, toxic relationships, vulnerability, and emotional healing. Now he's back to discuss his newest novel, The Venus Fly Trap 2: Enough Is Never Enough. But this isn't a traditional author interview. It's three friends around the table talking honestly about relationships, boundaries, heartbreak, self-worth, and the moment we finally decide that enough really is enough. Together we explore: ❤️ Why people stay too long When compromise becomes self-abandonment Boundaries, healing, and emotional growth The story behind The Venus Fly Trap 2 Honest conversations about love that most people avoid If you've ever questioned a relationship, struggled with boundaries, or wondered why letting go can be so difficult, this episode will leave you with plenty to think about. Dr. Stephen Edwards: Free Consultation: https://vft23.com/coaching-and-counselling/ Website: https://vft23.com/ Venus Fly Trap Book 1(three free chapters): https://vft23.kit.com/1caecbb7a7 Venus Fly Trap Book 2(three free chapters): https://vft23.kit.com/fc06ad02d7 #vft23 #drstephenpauledwards #toxicrelationships #latenighttalk #emotionalhealing #traveltimestorieswithshannon #realstoriesrealjourneys #author #selfhelp #returningguest #newpodcastepisode #tunein https://www.traveltimestories.com/
Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real Journeys, Real Stories, Real Healing
Inside A Grey Resort: Intuition and the Unexplained with Wendy M. Kok
Sep 30, 202639 min
What happens when intuition, spirituality, the unexplained, and storytelling collide? In this episode of Travel Time Stories: The Author Spotlight Series , I sit down with Wendy M. Kok , author of A Grey Resort , to go behind the pages and discover the woman—and the experiences—behind the story. Wendy and I talk about her writing journey, the world and characters she created in A Grey Resort , and her belief that intuition can be a gift from God . We explore trusting that inner knowing, how personal beliefs and experiences can find their way into fiction, and what happens when a writer allows herself to venture into the unexplained. But this wouldn't be Travel Time Stories if we stayed completely on script. Along the way, we get into some unexpected stories, have a few laughs—including a memorable fishing encounter—and put Wendy Under the Spotlight for a little rapid fire. Featured Book: A Grey Resort ✍️ Featured Author: Wendy M. Kok Series: Travel Time Stories — The Author Spotlight Series If you enjoy stories that make you wonder about the things we can't always explain—or you simply love discovering the person behind a book—come join us. Tell me in the comments: Do you trust your intuition when something just feels right—or wrong—even when you can't explain why? Information about Wendy and where to find A Grey Resort is below: https://link.amazon/B0iYKbspf https://wendymkokauthor.net/ @wendymkokauthor ️ Travel Time Stories Real Journeys. Real Stories. Real Healing. Every book has a story. But so does the person who wrote it. Subscribe and join me as we step behind the pages with authors from every genre. #WendyMKok #AGreyResort #AuthorSpotlightSeries #TravelTimeStories #AuthorInterview #BookTube #IndieAuthor #ParanormalFiction #Intuition #Spirituality #BookRecommendations https://www.traveltimestories.com/
Mismatched Desire, Menopause & Intimacy—Let’s Talk About It (feat. Dr. Lori Davis, FNP)
Sep 28, 202659 minS1
What happens when desire fades… but the relationship is still there? In this honest and deeply needed conversation, Shannon and Ann sit down with Dr. Lori Davis , a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Sex Counselor, to talk about something so many people experience—but few feel comfortable discussing. From mismatched desire to emotional disconnection to the very real impact of menopause on intimacy , this episode creates space for a conversation that is often avoided—but incredibly important. If you’ve ever thought: “Why don’t I feel the same anymore?” “Are we just out of sync… or is something wrong?” “Is intimacy over for me?” You are not alone. ️ In This Episode, We Talk About: ✨ What mismatched desire really means (and why it happens) ✨ How emotional and physical disconnection develop over time ✨ The truth about menopause and its impact on intimacy ✨ Why shame keeps people stuck—and how to move past it ✨ How to rebuild connection in a way that feels authentic and safe ✨ Small, practical steps you can take starting today Dr. Lori brings both medical expertise and emotional understanding—helping us move beyond labels and into a more compassionate, realistic view of intimacy. Let us know in the comments: What’s one thing you wish people talked about more openly in relationships? ⚠️ This episode discusses topics related to intimacy, relationships, and sexual health. Subscribe for more real conversations about life, relationships, and the journeys that shape who we are. You’re not broken. You’re not alone. And this part of your life isn’t over. ✨ Until next time, keep traveling your story and keep making memories for life. Find Dr. Lori Davis at https://dr-loridavis.com/ #podmatch #intimacy #intimacyissues #menopauseandintimacy #mismatcheddesire #relationships #traveltimestorieswithshannon #realjourneyrealstories #keepmakingmemoriesforlife #menopause https://www.traveltimestories.com/
Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real Journeys, Real Stories, Real Healing
Building Magic, Monsters & Morally Complex Villains: C.A. House | Author Spotlight
Sep 23, 202642 min
What makes magic believable? What makes a villain unforgettable? And what happens when the characters—not the genre—are what truly pull you into a story? In this episode of the Travel Time Stories Author Spotlight Series , I sit down with C.A. House , author of Archblade: Legend of the Defiler , for a conversation that takes us deep inside the mind of a fantasy storyteller. We talk about C.A.’s almost scientific approach to building magic, the difference between morally complex villains and pure evil, and why compelling characters can make us fall in love with stories outside the genres we normally read. And, as always, we go beyond the book to meet the person behind the pages and discover what goes into creating a world readers want to disappear into. Featured Book: Archblade: Legend of the Defiler https://link.amazon/B0hzwKSCq ✍️ Author: C.A. House https://linktr.ee/archbladecahouse ️ Series: Travel Time Stories — Author Spotlight Series If you love fantasy, world-building, unforgettable characters, complicated villains, or simply want to know what happens inside a storyteller’s mind, this conversation is for you. Every book has a story. But so does the person who wrote it. Subscribe for more conversations with authors across every genre. #CAHouse #Archbladelegendofthedefiler #FantasyBooks #FantasyAuthor #BookTube #AuthorInterview #AuthorSpotlightSeries #TravelTimeStorieswithshannon #WritingCommunity #genrematchup #scifibooks #authorssupportingauthors https://www.traveltimestories.com/
Good Grief Travel: Rebuilding Life After Loss (feat. Derrik Dyka)
Sep 21, 20261h 3mS1
What happens when the life you built with someone you love suddenly changes forever? In this deeply moving episode of Travel Time Stories , Shannon and Ann sit down with Derrik Dyka , author of Good Grief Travel , to discuss grief, healing, loneliness, reinvention, and the unexpected ways travel helped him rebuild life after losing his wife of 24 years. Through journeys across Thailand, China, and beyond, Derrik discovered that healing often happens in the quietest moments—through conversations with strangers, shared meals, unexpected friendships, and remaining open to life even when grief makes isolation feel easier. In This Episode: ❤️ Navigating life after profound loss Travel as a path to healing Meaningful moments with strangers Loneliness, identity, and reinvention The power of community and connection The story behind Good Grief Travel This conversation is a reminder that while grief changes us, it doesn't have to close us off from the world. Derrik's Info: https://goodgrieftravel.com/ Pick up a copy of his book Good Grief Travel ✨ Until next time, keep traveling your story and keep making memories for life. #podmatch #grief #grieftravel #healingtravel #lossofspouse #cancersucks #healingljourney #goodgrieftravel #traveltimestorieswithshannon #lifeafterloss https://www.traveltimestories.com/
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