Podcast
My Life As A Backpacker
Hosted by Gabby Simmons · EN
This podcast takes you on an exhilarating adventure with a free-spirited young girl as she travels the globe, embracing the wonders of nature and the beauty of the unknown. Each episode is filled with Gabby’s wild memories, untamed stories, and profound life lessons discovered along the way. With a love for philosophy and spiritually and a knack for finding meaning in every moment, she inspires you to live boldly, question deeply, and connect with the world around you. Dive into her heartwarming, sometimes chaotic, and always enlightening journey—one adventure at a time.
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Gabby in the Galapagos Islands
Dec 17, 202400:21:37Tap to summarizeLess than .01% of the world gets the honor of visiting these unique islands along the equator, where nature feels untouched by time and Darwin's evolution began. Giant tortoises, swimming with sharks, playful sea lions, and volcanic landscape -- Gabby reflects on the delicate balance of preserving such a pristine ecosystem and the privilege of being immersed in its beauty.
Transcribe →Alone in the Amazon Rainforest
Dec 1, 202400:21:25Tap to summarizeFrom the lungs of the Earth, Gabby sits along the Amazon River to discuss life in the jungle of the Amazon Rainforest.
Transcribe →Me & My Mates at Machu Picchu
Nov 28, 202400:15:07Tap to summarizeFrom atop a wonder of the world, Gabby sits down to discuss what got her to this point — 8,000 ft above sea level at the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu. Most importantly, how friendship plays a role into backpacking the world.
Transcribe →Is He the One?
Oct 13, 202400:13:13Tap to summarizeOn the edges of Lake Humantay in Peru, Gabby sits down to talk about relationships — specifically in our twenties. Is he really the one?
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From the Peruvian Andes
Oct 12, 202400:28:19Tap to summarizeFrom the Peruvian Andes, Gabby and Daniel take a seat along the mountainside to play a little game called Backpacker Translation — what travelers really mean at hostels when they tell you “I have a private room” or “Hey how long are you staying?” This episode is all about the lingo and hidden meaning behind all we say to people along the road, and especially all that goes unsaid.
Transcribe →What the Hell is Backpacking?
Oct 6, 202400:36:19Tap to summarizeFrom the river bank of Rio Buritaca in Northern Colombia, Gabby explains what it means to be a backpacker. Everything from how to book hostels to what to do when you arrive in a new place. From how to make friends to sleeping in dorm beds. From how much to save to backpacking hubs around the world. This is only the beginning!
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Hispanic Hostels & Hookups
Oct 3, 202401:06:12Tap to summarizeI made it to Colombia! Nothing’s off the table in this game of Answer or Drink, where Gabby and one of her best mates Daniel who she met on the road joins her on the first Raunchy Thursday. Episodes dedicated to the juicy dirty details of backpacking, hostel life, all the in between.
Transcribe →Let the Journey Begin
Sep 28, 202400:34:06Tap to summarizeAfter spending the past years exploring the globe by herself with nothing but a backpack, Gabby starts her first episode introducing herself, her purpose, and reflecting on her past adventures and how she plans to share stories from the road and the wisdom she's gained along the way. This podcast will be a mix of wild stories, life lessons, advice, and a deep dive into what it means to live freely, explore the unknown, and embrace every moment. Tune in and join me as I embark on my next journey as I fly off to South America tomorrow!
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