JUMP 185: Behind the Camera with the Real Samantha Brown

Jackie sits down with the one and only Samantha Brown as she shares her journey from being an aspiring musical theater actress to becoming a star TV host on the Travel Channel and ultimately going on to create her own show, 'Places to Love,' on PBS. She discusses the importance of grit, persistence and resilience in achieving dreams, recounts a wild story about a pivotal audition experience, and emphasizes the impact of kindness and support from others. Samantha also reflects on her purpose in travel and authentic storytelling through her TV show, focusing on celebrating the stories of people and communities and highlighting the significance and power of connecting with individuals rather than just visiting iconic sites. Takeaways - Samantha's audition story illustrates the importance of seizing opportunities and going to great lengths to act on them. - Travel can be a tool for celebrating the stories of people and communities. - Samantha believes in the power of travelers to make a positive impact through their choices. - Authenticity is about being true to oneself, both on and off camera. - Traveling is not just about the destination, but the experiences and stories we gather along the way. - Travelers are moving away from superficial experiences. - Samantha's show focuses on uncovering places through their people. - Travel can be meaningful without going far from home. - Your own curiosity is enough to determine the path you take and the stories that await you. - Find and follow Samantha Brown at Samantha-Brown.com and @samanthabrowntravels  - Please follow the show, leave a 5-star review if you love it, and share with your travel buddies - Don’t miss Jackie’s behind-the-scenes communications - hop on our email list at TravelingJackie.com   Massive thanks to Osprey.com and ObozFootwear.com for sponsoring and supporting our show! Produced by NOVA  Take a leap with Jackie IRL - join us in Greece and Norway in 2025 at JUMPadventures.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands