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NYC Web Fest Adds Podcasts to 2025 Festival
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Meet Randy Sharman – your trusted guide through the ever-changing world of travel! As host of The Informed Traveler, Randy combines sharp industry insights with firsthand adventures to unpack the latest trends, hidden gems, and must-know tips for savvy explorers. With a knack for turning headlines into practical advice (and a suitcase always half-packed), he’s here to make every journey smarter—whether you’re a frequent flyer or dreaming up your next escape. Buckle up and join the conversation!

Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your background?

If you did a timeline of my career life, the vast majority (30 years) would be taken up by my radio broadcasting career. And the vast majority of that in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I took a hiatus for 3 years to work in the cruise industry traveling throughout the Caribbean, North America, Alaska and Central and South America. Combining those careers is how my podcast came to be what it is today.

What inspired you to start a podcast?

My podcast is actually an offshoot of a radio show that I created of the same name which ran for about 14 year on Corus Radio in Canada. The podcast became an added feature to enhance radio listenership. The radio part of my career ended in 2022 but I had already established the podcast side of it so it was a relatively easy transition.

How did you come up with the name of your podcast?

The Informed Traveler was an obvious choice for me. The goal is to make everyone interested in travel to informed. Information is power. The more the better.

What is the main focus or theme of your show?

Travel from a consumer standpoint.

Have there been any particularly memorable moments during the recording that stick out to you?

We do some "on location" recordings so those would be the most memorable. I don't really have one that stands or a favorite as they are unique.

Who has been one of your favorite guests so far, and why?

There have so many it's hard to narrow down a few. Most I would say would be from doing "on location" segments. Experiencing things first hand. Whale watching in Loreto, Mexico comes to mind with a whale coming up right beside our boat. And most recently in Louisiana where I saw alligators up close. Very cool.

What's next for your show – any exciting plans we should know about?

We have "on location" shows planned for Chicago in June, Charleston, NC in September and Barbados ((still in the works) for November.

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