Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball
Founded in 2013, Speaking of Travel is a media platform dedicated to meaningful, responsible travel storytelling. Through conversations with musicians, historians, conservationists, and industry leaders, it explores how travel connects people, preserves culture, and protects the planet.
After a decade of global change, including a pandemic and climate-driven disruptions, Speaking of Travel continues to lead the conversation on travel as a force for good.
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Speaking of Travel® With Marilyn Ball
Exploring Archaeology, Culture, and Travel Through The Boundary End Archaeology Research Center
This lively episode of Speaking of Travel welcomes Dr. Ann Stuart, a dynamic veterinarian with a remarkable history rooted in Mexico's rich cultural tapestry.
Ann’s love for archaeology and travel was kindled in her childhood, spent in the remote village of Coba, where her parents were deeply immersed in a National Geographic archaeological project. Her father, a trailblazing figure in archaeology, founded the Boundary End Archaeology Research Center, a haven for scholars, artists, and archaeologists working to preserve and explore the archaeology of the Americas.
Ann reminisces about her father’s groundbreaking contributions, which included leading significant digs and collaborating with National Geographic to uncover ancient mysteries. These experiences shaped Ann’s own path, blending her family’s passion for discovery with her work in cultural philanthropy.
Dive into Ann’s inspiring journey as she bridges ancient Mayan traditions with modern life through immersive trips and programs. She shares stories of Oaxaca, where vibrant history and art collide, recounting adventures filled with culinary delights, colorful festivals, and meaningful connections.
Through her work, Ann reveals how travel is not just exploration but a tool for understanding humanity’s shared story. This is a fun, thoughtful, and inspiring conversation brimming with wit, warmth, and Ann’s contagious zest for life and learning.
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