In this episode, tourism researcher, educator and comedian Dr. Katie Dudley talks with Tamika Gadsden, an organizer, media entrepreneur and special advisor to the mayor of Charleston, SC, about tourism in one of the most popular tourism destinations in the world. They dive into issues facing popular tourism destinations across the globe such as Airbnbs, dealing with tourists and specific to Charleston, the implications of packaging a tourism version of a dark past.

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In this episode, Katie sits down with comedian and mother to a 9-year-old autistic son Katie Blunt to discuss challenges and tips for anyone traveling with a child who is neurodivergent as well as things other parents and travelers can do to be more supportive and empathetic fellow tourists.

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This week Katie sits down with comedian, writer and West Virginia native Nick Griffith. They cover everything from image issues and labor unions to drunken nights and the Mothman.

We learn about West Virginia history and Nick gives over 20 different tourism spots to check out...and do it on the cheap.....shhhh!

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