A Thousand Miles Podcast

Dating, Dealbreakers & Green Flags | Rapid Fire Dating Q&A

From first dates to dealbreakers — we answer rapid-fire dating questions and share what love looks like on the road.
In this episode you’ll hear:
Updates from Nikki, Tyler, and Maddie on life, travel, and health
First date preferences, worst/best ways of meeting someone, and dating dealbreakers
Green flags, red flags, and ideal first date activities
Love languages, romantic cities, and thoughts on soulmates
Advice we’d give our younger selves about dating
Honest reflections on dating while living as travel creators
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

Body Image & Social Media Pressures - Vulnerable Conversations

Trigger Warning: Contains discussions about body image, self-esteem, and personal struggles.
Living life online comes with unique pressures — we share an honest conversation about body image, self-perception, and finding confidence in the digital age.
In this episode you’ll hear:
How social media has shaped our view of beauty and body image
How travel has influenced the way we see ourselves
Strategies for navigating body image while living life in front of hundreds of thousands of people
How we handle bad body image days and maintain healthy boundaries
Vulnerable stories from our past and lessons that guide us today
Mental Health & Therapy Resources:
BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/
Talkspace: https://www.talkspace.com/Psychology Today (Find a Therapist in Person): https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

Tyler's Journey into Content Creation - Capturing the Moment

From Guernsey to the globe — Tyler shares her journey of building The Infrequent Flyers and finding courage through creativity.
In this episode you’ll hear:
✈️ How her passion for travel and storytelling sparked a platform with purpose
💬 How moving to the opposite side of the world taught her the importance of capturing the moment
🌱 How a parent's cancer diagnosis prompted her to be brave and pursue a passion
A raw and inspiring conversation about showing up, starting over, and creating from the heart.
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

Nikki’s Journey into Content Creation - Photography, Travel & Confidence

From art school skeptic to full-time travel creator — Nikki shares how she found her artistic voice behind and in front of the camera.
In this episode you’ll hear:
Nikki’s journey from South Dakota to New York — and beyond — as a photographer and creator
How her perspective on influencers evolved after art school
The creative freedom (and chaos) of life as a digital nomad
What photography has taught her about storytelling and connection
Inspiration for anyone redefining what “art” and “success” look like
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

Maddie’s Journey into Content Creation - Turning Grief into Purpose

Turning grief into purpose — Maddie opens up about the journey that inspired The Travel Mentors.
In this episode you’ll hear:
The emotional story of losing Maddie’s sister-in-law Emily and how it shaped her perspective on life and passion
The highs, lows, and biggest lessons from building a travel content business
Advice Maddie would give to anyone nervous to pursue their dream
Honest reflections on what content creation has taught her about creativity, risk, and resilience
Inspiration for listeners to chase what truly matters in their own lives
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

Our Travel Origin Stories… How We Ended Up Here

Travel, chaos, and redefining home — this episode dives into the hilarious and freeing reality of life on the road.
In this episode you’ll hear:
Tyler’s story of the trip that sparked her love of travel and how it changed her idea of “home”
Maddie’s journey from stability to full-time adventure and the running joke about always feeling half-nomadic
Nikki’s perspective on living nomadically, the funniest suitcase moments, and why “homeless traveler” feels freeing
A group discussion comparing our travel origin stories and debating whether we’re true travelers or glamorous couch-surfers
Reflections on how constant travel shapes identity and what home really means
An invite for listeners to share their own travel stories
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

Bonus Episode - Breast Cancer Awareness

October marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Tyler opens up about how Breast Cancer has affected her family and how she has become an advocate for Breast Cancer Awareness.
In this episode you will hear
Tyler’s experience finding a tumour
Tracy’s (Tyler’s mum) cancer diagnosis & treatment process
Practical advice about who, what, when, where, why and how you should be checking your chest each month
Resources that may be useful…
 
🩷 UK-Based
CoppaFeel! – fun, accessible info on how to check your chest + free text reminders👉 https://coppafeel.org
Breast Cancer Now – support services, helpline, and detailed medical info👉 https://breastcancernow.org
Macmillan Cancer Support – practical, emotional, and financial support for anyone affected👉 https://macmillan.org.uk
NHS Breast Cancer Info – symptoms, screening, treatment, and when to see a GP👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-cancer
🌍 International
American Cancer Society (US) – breast cancer facts, screening guidelines, and support👉 https://cancer.org
World Health Organization (WHO) – global breast cancer statistics & resources👉 https://who.int/health-topics/breast-cancer
📱 Apps & Reminders
CoppaFeel! Self-Check Reminders (UK) – sign up for monthly text reminders👉 https://coppafeel.org/remind-me
• • Know Your Lemons (global) – app with education tools, self-check reminders & symptom tracker👉 https://knowyourlemons.org
 
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

DTR: Defining the Relationship

Love, travel, and DTRs — we’re sharing it all in Episode 2 of A Thousand Miles Podcast.
In this episode you’ll hear:
Tyler’s story of her surprise wedding
Maddie’s experience meeting Patrick young and getting married in college
Nikki’s adventures dating around the world and navigating romance on the road
A group discussion on how travel impacts relationships — testing patience, building trust, and creating unforgettable memories
Advice and insights for listeners on defining relationships while living a life full of adventure
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

You Shall Be Mine: The Origin Story

From Instagram DMs to real-life besties — this episode is the story of how A Thousand Miles began. 
In this episode you’ll hear:
The story of how we connected online and became friends
Our first impressions of each other (and which ones were totally wrong 👀)
Why our friendship works even though we’re from different worlds and usually on different continents
The Italian Riviera trip that sparked the idea for this podcast
What you can expect from A Thousand Miles moving forward
Listen next week for: Defining the relationships…a surprise wedding, a child bride, and a dating world that will leave you shook.
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Hosts:
Maddie McLean || @thetravelmentors
Tyler Ferbrache || @theinfrequentflyers  
Nikki Tomlin || @nikkiitomlin

A Thousand Miles Podcast Introduction

Welcome to A Thousand Miles Podcast ✨ — a new podcast about friendship, travel, and navigating life in our 30s. Hosted by three unlikely friends from around the world, we dive into everything from dating and navigating relationships, to chasing dreams, embracing girlhood, and building community along the way.
Whether we’re sharing travel stories, talking about the ups and downs of adulthood, or just laughing about the chaos of everyday life, we’re here to remind you that no matter where you are on your journey, you’re never alone.
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