Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real Journeys, Real Stori…
Travel Time Stories was created from a deeply personal journey—one shaped by life experiences, unexpected paths, and a commitment to healing and growth.
What began as a love for travel and meaningful conversation has grown into a space where real stories are shared, meaningful connections are formed, and healing begins.
Shannon and her co-host Ann share heartfelt conversations with their guests about adventure, healing, resilience, and the moments that shaped them. Whether the journey spans continents or travels the path of wisdom, these stories remind us that travel has the power to connect, inspire, and heal.
Life is a journey and every journey is worth telling.
As the community has grown, so has the vision-expanding into The Story Circle, where listeners are encouraged not only to hear stories, but to reflect on and share their own. They can make new friends, get more involved with the show, gain support, and connect on a deeper level.
TTS is about connection, understanding, and the belief that when we share our journeys, we remind each other that we are never alone.
Whether you’re navigating change, searching for connection, or simply love meaningful stories, you’re welcome here.
So, grab your favorite beverage and join us on the journey because the best stories are the ones we live.
What began as a love for travel and meaningful conversation has grown into a space where real stories are shared, meaningful connections are formed, and healing begins.
Shannon and her co-host Ann share heartfelt conversations with their guests about adventure, healing, resilience, and the moments that shaped them. Whether the journey spans continents or travels the path of wisdom, these stories remind us that travel has the power to connect, inspire, and heal.
Life is a journey and every journey is worth telling.
As the community has grown, so has the vision-expanding into The Story Circle, where listeners are encouraged not only to hear stories, but to reflect on and share their own. They can make new friends, get more involved with the show, gain support, and connect on a deeper level.
TTS is about connection, understanding, and the belief that when we share our journeys, we remind each other that we are never alone.
Whether you’re navigating change, searching for connection, or simply love meaningful stories, you’re welcome here.
So, grab your favorite beverage and join us on the journey because the best stories are the ones we live.
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Travel Time Stories with Shannon: Real Journeys, Real Stories, Real Healing
Travel Time Stories with Shannon is a space where real stories are shared, meaningful connections are formed, and healing begins.
Featured Episodes
Not sure where to start? This featured episodes are a perfect entry point into Travel Time Stories—a meaningful conversation about travel, life experiences, and the journeys that stay with us.
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Oct. 19, 2026
They Married the Same Man—Then Became Best Friends | Surviving Toxic Relationships with Deana & Lizzie (Part 1)
Today, Deana and Lizzie host the award-winning podcast Surviving Toxic Relationships with the Matadoras, where they use what they've experienced to educate, support, and empower others. Deana and Lizzie have an extraordinary story. They were married to the same man at different times. In Part 1 of this powerful two-part conversation, Deana and Lizzie join Shannon and Ann to talk about their extraordinary story and what they've learned about toxic relationships, manipulation, emotional a
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Oct. 19, 2026
You Left the Toxic Relationship—Now How Do You Get Yourself Back? with Deana & Lizzie (Part 2)
Deana and Lizzie, hosts of the award-winning podcast Surviving Toxic Relationships with the Matadoras, return for Part 2 of our powerful conversation about toxic relationships, emotional and financial abuse, healing, and starting over. In Part 1, they shared their extraordinary story of discovering they had been married to the same man at different times—and how that shared experience ultimately turned them from strangers into best friends with a mission to help others. Now we're talking a
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July 1, 2026
Why Toxic Relationships Feel So Addictive | (feat.Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards)
Why do toxic relationships feel so hard to leave? Why is sexuality still so difficult to talk about honestly? And why do humans continue repeating emotional patterns they know are hurting them? In this deep, unfiltered conversation, Shannon and Ann sit down with transformational coach and author Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards to discuss toxic relationships, emotional addiction, sexuality, shame, vulnerability, healing, and the psychology behind human connection. Inspired by his book The Ve
Oct. 16, 2026
Sarah Branson (Life Ends, Love Remains): She Fell in Love with a 247-Year-Old Ghost
Can love truly survive death? And what happens when the person who helps you find yourself again has been dead for 247 years? In this episode of Travel Time Stories: The Author Spotlight Series, Shannon and Ann welcome author Sarah Branson to go behind the pages of her deeply moving novel, Life Ends, Love Remains. At the heart of the story is Clara Donovan, a woman trying to rebuild her life after the collapse of her marriage and writing career. Seeking a fresh start, Clara retreats to her la
Oct. 14, 2026
H.B. Berlow (The Time of Judgment) Hunting a Nazi War Criminal: Law, Justice & Revenge
In this episode of Travel Time Stories: The Author Spotlight Series, we sit down with historical crime fiction author H.B. Berlow to go behind the pages of The Time of Judgment—a story that asks some uncomfortable questions about justice, morality, revenge and the past we carry with us. At the center of the novel is Harold Bergman, a Jewish private investigator and World War II veteran searching for a Nazi war criminal in Kansas in the aftermath of the Nuremberg trials. But finding him may
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Oct. 2, 2026
Late Night Relationship Talk with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards
He's back—and the conversation goes even deeper. In his first appearance on Travel Time Stories, Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards challenged the way we think about love, toxic relationships, vulnerability, and emotional healing. Now he's back to discuss his newest novel, The Venus Fly Trap 2: Enough Is Never Enough. But this isn't a traditional author interview. It's three friends around the table talking honestly about relationships, boundaries, heartbreak, self-worth, and the mome...
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When Love Becomes a Trap: Recognizing Toxic Relationships and Finding Your Way Back to Yourself
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Why do strong, intelligent, independent women find themselves in toxic relationships? And perhaps the more difficult question is, w…
Oct. 7, 2026
Healing One Step at a Time: Rand Timmerman’s Appalachian Trail Journey
How a 72-year-old Vietnam combat veteran, retired attorney, recovered alcoholic, and author found endurance, brotherhood, and renewal on a 2,200-mile trail.
On this week’s episode of Travel Time Stories, we sit down with Rand Timmerman, a Vietnam c…
On this week’s episode of Travel Time Stories, we sit down with Rand Timmerman, a Vietnam c…
About the Hosts
Shannon
Host/Travel Advisor/Author
Shannon is the heart behind TTS. A storyteller and traveler at soul level, she believes journeys—both across the world and within ourselves—have the power to heal, connect, and transform. Through honest conversations, she creates space for stories that inspire reflection, resilience, and connection. Based in Texas, Shannon brings a deeply personal and authentic voice to every episode. Her journey has been anything but ordinary—growing up in a large adoptive family, navigating trauma and healing, and ultimately finding her way back to herself through personal growth, reflection, and connection. With a background in healthcare and years of experience in administrative leadership and travel advising, Shannon combines organization, empathy, and curiosity to create meaningful conversations with guests from all walks of life.
Her mission is simple but powerful: to create a space where people feel seen, heard, and reminded that they are not alone. She is Gen X, mother of 2 and currently working on her memoir. Her hobbies are travel, reading, and baking!
Ann
Co-Host/Traveler/Grandma/Best Friend
Ann is Shannon’s best friend and co-host on TTS, bringing warmth, humor, and a grounded perspective to the show. Based in Missouri, Ann’s friendship has been a guiding force in Shannon’s journey, offering support, laughter, and real-life connection that translates naturally into their conversations on the podcast. Together, they create a dynamic that feels genuine, relatable, and deeply rooted in friendship. She is a baby boomer and grandmother of 4. Her hobbies are travel, gardening, reading and cooking!
Reviews
Insightful, Engaging, and a Wonderful Experience
I had a wonderful experience being a guest on this podcast. The hosts created such an engaging and welcoming conversation, and their insightful, thoughtful questions made the entire episode flow naturally. I genuinely enjoyed the discussion from beginning to end and appreciated the opportunity to share my experiences and perspective. An amazing conversation and a great podcast to be part of!
- Zharafer
- Sept. 2, 2026
So Much Fun!
I had such a fun time with these hosts! Thank you so much for having me on and for being willing to have such a meaningful conversation. I’m so grateful for spaces where we can have real, honest conversations about the things that matter. ❤️
- Tiffany Brearton
- Aug. 9, 2026
Best Podcast
This was one of the best podcasts I've done have the 90 Plus that I've completed! Shannon and Ann were wonderful and really involved and really got the monument well and saw the power of it! I highly recommend their podcast did anybody honored enough to get on to it!
- Gaylen Wilson
- Aug. 7, 2026
More Than an Interview
I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Shannon on Travel Time Stories. Some podcasts feel like interviews. This didn’t. It felt like a genuine conversation between two people willing to explore the complicated, messy, emotional, and often uncomfortable parts of being human — which, ironically, is usually where the most healing and growth actually happen. Shannon has a calm, thoughtful, and very natural way of creating space for honesty without forcing it. We spoke about relationships, emot
- Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards
- May 22, 2026
Great listen!
This podcast is one of my favorites. I've learned so much, and have related to the topics the hosts and guests speak about. Highly recommend.
- TravelerEl
- May 22, 2026
Shannon is the real deal
Shannon is the real deal - and through her new Travel Time adventure I clearly see how every challenge she's been through has brought her to this amazing place. I am delighted to share her journey, offer support, and see where life takes her, and us along with her!
- Carla Medlenka
- Feb. 6, 2026
“A Spiritual Passage”
Great podcast and great hosts - Shannon and Ann make a dynamic duo with great questions and insights! We had a lot of fun, as well as serious discussions about resilience, overcoming difficulties, healing, and growing emotionally and spiritually. We cried a little and laughed a lot.
- Randbo Writings
- July 27, 2026
Made me feel at home!
This was my first real full interview and I had a lot of fun with it. Thank you so much for having me, I hope we can do another one in the future, or at least a dinner in Bangkok ;)
- Derrik Dyka
- June 10, 2026
10 out of 10
What a fun and engaging host! The questions were thoughtful, the vibe was comfortable and enjoyable, we felt like valued guests with these ladies. 10 out of 10!
- Deana & Lizze The Matadoras
- July 15, 2026