The Travelers

"Travel gave me all the confidence... I guess I didn't have a lot of self-esteem. I grew a lot as a person just by undertaking challenges and being in difficult situations and just by realizing, 'I can probably figure things out.'" - Chris Guillebeau A single trip to Africa set in motion a course of events that would make an impact on the world. Certainly my world, and the world of many of my friends. Today’s guest has been to all 193 countries, while championing above all a life of unconventionality, and non-conformity. Chris Guillebeau is the author of one of the most recommended books on this show, The Art of Nonconformity, as well as the $100 Startup and his forthcoming book, The Happiness of Pursuit. He’s also the mind behind the Art of Nonconformity blog, Unconventional Guides, and The Travel Hacking Cartel — all of which help people pursue a life less ordinary, and far more adventurous than prescribed by society. I’m thrilled to have a chance to speak with him about his quests, what he’s after, and how