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Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Shannon Lamkin
22 episodes
19 hours ago
Send us a text In this week’s episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I open up about something we all carry but rarely talk about — stress. Not the kind that comes and goes, but the kind that lives in your chest, quietly stealing your peace and joy. I’m sharing my personal reflections on how stress became a silent killer in my own life, the stigma that kept me from seeking therapy sooner, and how finally asking for help changed everything. If you’ve ever felt like you had to hold it al...
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Send us a text In this week’s episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I open up about something we all carry but rarely talk about — stress. Not the kind that comes and goes, but the kind that lives in your chest, quietly stealing your peace and joy. I’m sharing my personal reflections on how stress became a silent killer in my own life, the stigma that kept me from seeking therapy sooner, and how finally asking for help changed everything. If you’ve ever felt like you had to hold it al...
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Episodes (20/22)
Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
The Weight We Don’t Talk About: Breaking the Stigma Around Stress and Seeking Help
Send us a text In this week’s episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I open up about something we all carry but rarely talk about — stress. Not the kind that comes and goes, but the kind that lives in your chest, quietly stealing your peace and joy. I’m sharing my personal reflections on how stress became a silent killer in my own life, the stigma that kept me from seeking therapy sooner, and how finally asking for help changed everything. If you’ve ever felt like you had to hold it al...
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20 hours ago
13 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
The Devil I Loved: Part 4 - Darkness Befalls Us
Send us a text In this deeply emotional episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I share the final chapter of my story with David - a story of love that turned dark, of abuse that nearly cost me everything, and of the moment light broke through the shadows. What began as young love became a journey through fear, control, and survival. This is the story of how I lost myself, found my strength, and learned that even in the darkest moments, there is always a way back to the light. If you or ...
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1 week ago
22 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
The Devil I Loved: Part 3 - Light and Darkness Collide
Send us a text In this deeply personal episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I continue my story with David—the man who became both my anchor and my undoing. From pool halls and jealousy, to an unforgettable trip to Memphis, and finally a night where love, trauma, and something unexplainable collided, this chapter of my journey is where light and darkness began their battle. Alongside my personal story, I share today’s travel tip about group travel and booking strategies that can save ...
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2 weeks ago
28 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
The Devil I Loved: Part 2 - The Calm Before the Storm
Send us a text This week on Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I continue sharing the raw, unfiltered chapters of my life with David — the calm before the storm. After heartbreak and rebellion, I found myself drawn to someone older, magnetic, and dangerous. From runaway nights to secret phone calls and reckless bonfires, my world with David unfolded in ways I couldn’t have imagined. What began as protection and passion soon pulled me deeper into a life that felt both thrilling and terrif...
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3 weeks ago
20 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Las Vegas Adventures: From Hell's Kitchen to Thunder From Down Under & a Suprise Jackpot!
Send us a text Pack your bags and join Shannon and Ann as they take you on a whirlwind weekend in Las Vegas! This surprise 50th birthday trip for Ann was filled with unforgettable moments - from staying at Treasure Island on the Strip, dining at Gordan Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen, and watching an incredible Prince tribute show to laughing through unexpected encounters and wild nightlife stories. They also hit the famous Cirque de Soleil Mystere show, took center stage (literally!) at Senior Frog'...
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4 weeks ago
49 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
The Devil I Loved: My Descent into Darkness + Spontaneous Road Trips
Send us a text In this raw and honest episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I share the beginning of my story with David — the man I’ve long called “the devil.” What started as charm and protection quickly became control, abuse, and the kind of toxic love that nearly destroyed me. This is the beginning of my descent into darkness, and I tell it exactly as I lived it — the good, the bad, and the ugly. But life, like travel, always has layers. Alongside the shadows, I also bring you ligh...
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1 month ago
16 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Gen X and the 80's: Big Hair, Mix Tapes, & Memories
Send us a text What was it really like to grow up as a Gen Xer in the 1980s? In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I take you back to the days of latchkey kids, Saturday morning cartoons, cassette mixtapes, and big hair held together by way too much Aqua Net. But it wasn’t all neon and fun. I also share my own journey—navigating the shock of being adopted, my teenage rebellion, first loves, and the choices that shaped me during those years. From sneaking out and testing boundar...
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1 month ago
16 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Ask Shannon Anything
Send us a text In this episode I will answer questions sent in by listeners...nothing is off limits. I also end the episode with discussing some important people from high school who influenced my life in a positive way and meant alot to me. 1. What is the best tip you can give regarding solo cruising? 2. Once you decide to face your fears and be truthful, create boundaries and or severe ties altogether with the toxic person in your life, how do you deal with the guilt that ...
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1 month ago
52 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
First Loves & Lasting Lessons: How They Shape Us
Send us a text 💜 Do you remember your first love? Was it sweet, silly, heartbreaking, or unforgettable? First loves leave more than memories — they shape how we see ourselves and how we love in the future. In this week’s episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I share my own story of first love, what it taught me, and how those early experiences still echo in our lives today. ✉️ Got a first love story of your own? Drop it in the comments or email me at lamkintravel@gmail.com I migh...
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1 month ago
12 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Breaking Free: Narcissistic Relationships, Boundaries & Healing, the Supernatural & Wine Country
Send us a text In this episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I open up about one of the most difficult journeys of my life: surviving a narcissistic relationship. I share what these toxic relationships look like, how to recognize the signs, and why setting boundaries is not only important but life-saving. You’ll also hear a deeply personal story of survival that blends the supernatural with faith, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, the light is stronger than the darkness. A...
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2 months ago
22 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Why This Podcast? My Story & What Makes It Different
Send us a text In this episode, I share why I started Travel Time Stories with Shannon and what makes it different. This isn’t just a travel podcast—it’s about real adventures, life lessons, and raw personal stories that connect us and remind us we’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’ll take you behind the mic to talk about: 🌍 Why I started Travel Time Stories with Shannon 💜 How travel became a huge part of my healing journey 📝 What makes this podcast different from al...
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2 months ago
11 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Road Trips, Roller Rinks, & Bombshell Birthday
Send us a text Join me, Shannon, as we journey back to the late ’70s and ’80s for a nostalgic look at road trips—when paper maps, roller-skating rinks, and family adventures ruled the day. I’ll share memories of fried chicken picnics, arcade games, Meramec Caverns, and my girl’s trip with my mom. But this episode also takes a more personal turn. I open up about my early teen years in Adamsville—the friends who made me feel at home, the roller rink that became my happy place, and the 13th birt...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
New Orleans Shenanigans with Guest Ann Tuttle
Send us a text In this fun-filled episode of Travel Time Stories, I’m joined by my best friend Ann Tuttle as we take you back to our unforgettable 2012 girls’ trip to New Orleans. From Bourbon Street madness and beignet runs to a food mishap we’re still laughing about — this is one for the memory books. Whether you’re planning your own New Orleans adventure, or just love hearing real travel stories, you’ll love this mix of laughter, mishaps, and travel wisdom. ✨ What’s inside this...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
ABC Adventures: Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao & a Plot Twist
Send us a text Get ready for a tropical escape — and an unexpected ending. In this episode of Travel Time Stories, I’m taking you aboard my Southern Caribbean cruise as we explore the ABC Islands: Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. From jeep rides through salt flats, to blue cocktails under palm trees, and island hospitality that warms the soul — this was the perfect getaway… until things took a surprise turn. ✨ What’s inside this episode: Island highlights from Aruba, Bonaire & Cur...
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3 months ago
28 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Cruises, Spirits, and Life Lessons
Send us a text On this week’s episode I talk about my experiences with spirits, demons, premonitions and gift's from God, offer a travel tip, and discuss my cruise on Carnival’s first mega ship Mardi Gras! #paranormal #spirits #demons #premonitions #carnivalcruise #cruiselife #cruising #carnival #puertoplata #nassau #grandturk #tunein #podcast #southerncharmcafe #maxkartautorentals #budget #enterprise #boltrollercoaster #johnheald #giftsfromgod Disclaimer: Names of persons mentioned in ...
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3 months ago
39 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
North to Alaska: Glaciers, Small Towns & Travel Dreams Come True
Send us a text Join me as I relive one of the most breathtaking trips of my life—an 8-day Alaskan cruise on the Celebrity Solstice. We were celebrating our anniversary, and the journey delivered everything from glaciers to wildlife. I also discuss life in a small southern town. ✨ Travel Tip: What to pack for Alaska (and what I wish I had packed!) 🚢 Ship: Celebrity Solstice 📍 Ports: Ketchikan, Skagway, Victoria BC, Dawes Glacier If Alaska’s on your bucket li...
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3 months ago
33 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Sisterhood, Spirituality & Travel Talk with Kristen Woods
Send us a text This week’s episode features one of my favorite people—Kristen Woods, my sister from another mister. We dive into everything from how we met and our unique bond, to our shared travels and deep conversations about faith, and embracing cultural diversity. ✨ Travel Tip from Kristen: What she wishes she knew before her first cruise. 🎤 Special Guest: Kristen Woods 💬 Hot Topics: TV shows, 23 & Me, spirituality, and more This is a heartfelt, real, and refre...
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3 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Halloween on the High Seas: Costumes, Casinos & Carnival Memories with an Unforgettable Move
Send us a text In this episode of Travel Time Stories, I'm sharing our spooky-silly Halloween cruise aboard the Carnival Dream! It was my second time on this ship and the first time celebrating Halloween at sea—with costumes, casinos, and cruise director craziness! I also discuss my childhood move to Tennessee. ✨ Travel Tip: How to make your cruise more fun by joining theme nights and onboard events. 🎃 Special memories with my best friend Ann 📍 Ports: Costa Maya, Beliz...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Cruising 101 & Childhood Trauma
Send us a text DISCLAIMER: Please be advised that this episode contains discussions of sexual abuse and molestation.Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know need support, please refer to the resources listed in the show notes. On this week's episode, I will discuss cruising 101, offer a travel tip and share some more about myself. At 15:39 is when the trauma topic starts so feel free to stop at this point if it is uncomfortable to you. Website: https://rainn.org/resour...
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4 months ago
28 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Shady Adoptions & Pier Runner Drama: Cruise Chaos & Caribbean Charm
Send us a text This episode is packed! I open up about the shocking truth behind my adoption story, and then take you on a wild ride through my second cruise with my best friend Ann—filled with unforgettable excursions and a dramatic dash to avoid getting stranded in Cozumel! ✨ Travel Tip: Is the drink package really worth it? 🚢 Ship: Norwegian Jewel 📍 Ports: Cozumel, Belize, Honduras From family secrets to fish pedicures and pier-runner panic, this is one story you do...
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4 months ago
23 minutes

Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real journeys, real stories, real healing
Send us a text In this week’s episode of Travel Time Stories with Shannon, I open up about something we all carry but rarely talk about — stress. Not the kind that comes and goes, but the kind that lives in your chest, quietly stealing your peace and joy. I’m sharing my personal reflections on how stress became a silent killer in my own life, the stigma that kept me from seeking therapy sooner, and how finally asking for help changed everything. If you’ve ever felt like you had to hold it al...