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#108 With Matt Savino: Roads, Borders & Stories That Almost Didn't Make It Home
Episode #108 – Matt Savino: Roads, Borders & Stories That Almost Didn't Make It Home In this episode, I sit down with Matt Savino — writer, traveler, and storyteller with a passport full of stamps and a knack for finding himself in situations that make great stories later. We talk about travel as a teacher, writing as documentation, and what happens when plans fall apart far from home. Matt shares the story of almost getting stranded in Nicaragua, what that moment revealed about risk, trust, and international realities, and how travel forces you to confront both politics and yourself. From border crossings to back roads, we also dive into the legendary Pan-American Highway and what it represents beyond just miles on a map. In this episode we cover: · Travel as a catalyst for writing and personal perspective · Almost getting stranded in Nicaragua — what went wrong and what was learned · Navigating foreign systems and the realities of international politics on the ground · The Pan-American Highway — myth, history, and what it means to actually travel it · Why travel stories aren't just about destinations, but also decisions · Turning real-world chaos into compelling narrative Why you'll want to listen If you love travel stories that go beyond Instagram, writing rooted in lived experience, or conversations that blend geography, politics, and personal growth, this episode delivers. It's equal parts adventure tale and reflective conversation. 🎙️ Were You Still Talking? is hosted by Joel Albrecht – actor, content creator, and curious conversationalist. New episodes drop regularly wherever you get your podcasts. Want to be a guest on Were You Still Talking?? Send Joel Albrecht a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17479536339826768613f136d Music for all episodes by Jon Griffin. My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCugOLERePPuD4nwtZO-Zwnw?view_as=subscriber My Instagram: @joelyshmoley FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/wereyoustilltalking/
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