What drives someone to leave everything behind and seek out the wildest corners of the earth? In this episode of "Nomads at the Intersections," Noami sits down with Eva zu Beck, who left her corporate life in London for a world of daring adventures, inspiring millions on YouTube. Eva shares raw, unfiltered stories about her journey through identity, solitude, and the power of failing boldly. From her first solo horse trek in Mongolia to running ultramarathons, discover how reinventing herself reshaped her understanding of freedom, bravery, and friendship. Tune in and let Eva’s extraordinary ex ..read more

During a year of intense challenges, Elizabeth Su crafted a new compass - The Adventure Tarot. This episode peels back the layers of Elizabeth's transformative journey as a nomad - reclaiming her Asian-American identity in the midst of anti-Asian violence. From the turmoil, she found inspiration to create a tarot deck that expands our understanding of identity, resilience, and the natural world. Elizabeth reveals how reconnecting with her heritage and overcoming burnout sparked a profound rebirth. Her story empowers others to find their own paths to healing and self-realization. Ready to disco ..read more

In the pilot episode of "NATI Pod – Nomads at the Intersections," host Noami Grevemberg takes you on a personal journey from a restrictive corporate job to a life of freedom and fulfillment on the road. Discover how nature became a source of healing and inspiration for her and how breaking away from societal norms led to a more authentic life in the world of vanlife and nomadic living. Get a sneak peek into the stories of Nelson, who transformed his life in Colorado, and Eva zu Beck, who left her corporate life for daring adventures. This episode is packed with real, raw insights that will ins ..read more

Ever wondered what it’s like to live on your own terms with the open road as your guide? Welcome to "Nomads at the Intersections" (NATI pod), where Noami Grevemberg dives into the lives of those daring to live differently. Noami brings you into the heart of her adventures and shares the diverse stories of others redefining freedom. Each episode smashes the walls of conventional living, exploring themes of resilience, identity, community, and the pure joy of the journey. Ready for bold conversations that challenge the status quo? Hit play and join us on this unpredictable ride. This is where th ..read more

Catch-up with Denise Meeker of @wayfaretowellness. Noami chats with Denise on IG Live about what life’s brought her since the last time, how she’s coped through 2020 as a Black woman and vanlifer, and more. They also journal around this prompt: What does acknowledging the Indigenous people of this land look like for you going forward on your travels? Featured Guest: @wayfaretowellness | wayfaretowellness.com NATI Podcast Links: Podcast @nomadsattheintersections Community @diversify.vanlife Host @irietoaurora  Stay tuned for re-launch of Nomads at the Intersections, coming this Summer, 202 ..read more

Leah Thomas is an intersectional environmental activist on a mission to dismantle systems of oppression in the environmental movement. Her personal platform @greengirlleah was born out of a space that lacked representation of Black people in the outdoors and spoke to her passion of getting people started on their environmental justice journey. Her quest for self-authenticity, environmental justice and sustainability created the momentum for her educational page, @intersectionalenvironmentalist, to go viral. In this episode, Leah drops gem after gem: how de-stigmatizing cannabis use for Black a ..read more

Bree (they/them) is a 20-something-year-old Black Queer non-binary nomad. In 2020, they cut their corporate strings to begin a life centered on having full autonomy of their time and purpose. Hottie, their renovated vintage RV, is now home to Bree and their two giant dogs. Aside from imagining a world without white supremacy, they fill their time with hiking, photography, writing, and documenting their journey on the road. In this episode, Bree challenges cis-normative views of identity, the discomfort of unlearning, and what it means to be intentional when creating inclusive spaces. Listen ti ..read more

Our first guest on Nomads at the Intersections podcast is Wynne Weddell, Native American of the Yankton Sioux Tribe. A hiker, nomad, and full-time beadwork artist - Wynne joins our host, Noami, for this in-person interview from the traditional lands of the Pascua Yaqui and Tohono O’odham in the Southwest. Listen as she shares her story of leaving her homeland to follow her nomadic passions in the forests of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Wynne also recounts her experience at the Dakota Access pipeline, shares stories about her great-grandmother as a front-line activist during the American I ..read more

Catch-up with Giddi Oteo, a former full-time road traveler turned incredible businesswoman. Giddi was last on the podcast in its previous format just as the world shut down. Giddi and Anaïs catch up on what it's been like as a restaurant owner during the pandemic, how she made money on the road, and how our BIPOC communities can support each other in the face of hate. Listen in to the IG Live and answer this journal prompt: What superpower have you felt yourself tap into in 2020 that you brought with you into 2021?    This special bonus episode of Nomads at the Intersections is broug ..read more

Catch-up with Maggie Lam. It’s been a little over one year since Maggie was on this show in its previous format. A lot has changed since then, navigating two pandemics, a rise in racial violence against AAPI, and major changes in the road travel landscape. Maggie & Noami chat about where she is now and what she’s been up to since we last heard from her on this feed. We also journal: How can we as Black, Asian, Indigenous, LatinX and other people of color ensure that we are not carrying internalized white supremacy into spaces where there are no white people? This special bonus episode Noma ..read more