World Forum Disrupt has made a name for itself as a game-changer in the conference space, upending the old rules for more immersive, inclusive, and forward-thinking conferences. For that reason, Rachel was glad to join WFD for their Women in Media event, speaking on the panel “Normalizing the Conversation: Wellness and Mental Health in the Workplace.” To watch the panel discussion, click through!
Read MoreRachel Swaps Stories with "Kick Ass In Life" Podcast
Recently, Rachel joined fellow TV producer Laura Eshelman for a conversation on the Kick Ass in Life podcast, a series designed to share advice and wisdom with college students and young professionals. To learn "How to Be a Travel Storyteller”—and also simply how to be a good professional, click through for the interview link!c
Read MoreThe Newsette Asks Rachel "What's In Her Bag"
For their popular weekly “What’s In Her Bag” feature, the Newsette’s 300k daily readers wanted to know what’s in professional traveler Rachel Rudwall’s bag. Click through to see what Rachel said!
Read MoreRachel Hosts "Just Back From..." Series for Tastemade
After a successful series of hosting projects in 2018, Rachel and Tastemade knew they had to work together again. So, when Rachel pitched Tastemade a video series from New Zealand this year, Tastemade Travel jumped at the chance! Click through for details and video links. >>
Read MoreRachel Talks Navigating an Unconventional Career with "Nav.It" Podcast
Nav.It is a podcast that, while based in the intent of empowering women in their finances, really likes to dig into the nitty gritty of what it takes to navigate life (professionally, personally, spiritually, financially—you name it)! Never being one to shy away from a deep-dive, Rachel was excited to sit down with host Lisette Austin to share the following.
How she's nav.ed working as a TV show producer, host and more
Her recipe for finding success
How she ended up working on "manly man" tv shows
The challenges that came with working in a typically male arena
Some stories from her remote location work
What kept her going when she felt isolated and/or frustrated by being treated differently
How things have been changing for women working in media
Her advice for women working in any male dominated industry
Working with difficult emotions on the job
What has been the best part of her career path
Her next exciting adventure!
Click through for the podcast link!
Read More"She Called Action" Interviews Rachel
When the creatives behind “She Called Action” founded their podcast, their goal was to gather a list of kickass women in media, sit them down, glean their favorite insights, and assemble those lessons for other women to learn from via not only the podcast, but also the Sundance Institute’s resources for female filmmakers. Click through to hear the interview!
Read MoreRachel Answers "5 Questions with..." Amazing Race Winner Alex Boylan
After winning the Amazing Race and establishing a successful media career, Alex Boylan wanted to do more with his career path. So, he founded DreamJobbing, a platform that connects young people with exciting and often unconventional job opportunities across varied industries.
In his series “5 Questions with…”, Alex sits down with industry leaders for an informal chat about how their career path has developed. Continue reading for Alex’s 5 Questions with Rachel!
Read MoreOlympus Cameras Features Rachel in Collaborator Spotlight
As one of Olympus Cameras’ favorite travel photographers, Olympus often shares Rachel’s work through its blog, social media feeds, and corporate events. This spring, they put together a Collaborator Spotlight on Rachel.
Read MoreUproxx Features Rachel as "Instagram Travel [Influencer That] Will Inspire Your Wanderlust Dreams"
Rachel was excited to discover her work featured by Uproxx Travel alongside a handful of game-changing travel creators in the article “These Instagram Travel Influencers Will Inspire Your Wanderlust Dreams.” For the full list and the rundown on Rachel, click through to the article!
Read MoreRachel Joins Famed Explorers Club as "Fellow National"
Rachel has joined the Explorers Club, not only as a Member, but as a Fellow National! That’s VERY big news. Read on for the announcement in Rachel’s words—plus exciting coverage from Business Insider and BBC!
Read MoreRachel Talks "Knowing Your Value" at Women's Leadership Symposium
For its 2019 Women Leadership Symposium, Miami University asked its alum Rachel to come back and talk about Knowing Your Value to a packed house of female attendees. Together with Daniela Pierre-Bravo—Booking Producer on “Morning Joe” and author of “Earn It!”, a book co-written with MSNBC’s Mika Brzezinski—Rachel presented on “Knowing Your Why, and “Living Your Value.”
Read MoreRachel Speaks at Women's Travel Fest
When the founder of Women’s Travel Fest told Rachel it wanted her to participate in a panel called The Future of Travel is Female with leaders from Uber, Unearth Women, and Girls Love Travel — as well as lead an on-camera hosting workshop for its attendees — Rachel enthusiastically agreed. In front of hundreds of women from around the world, Rachel shared her insights into why the future of travel has space for everyone.
Read MoreRachel Talks Entrepreneurship with "Keep It Quirky" Podcast
When Rachel’s longtime friend and fellow host-cum-storyteller Katie Quinn asked her to be on her Keep It Quirky podcast, it was a no-brainer. Give a listen to hear how two Mid-Western gals built their “dream jobs,” and continue navigating the trials and tribulations of running their own media companies. >>
Read MoreRachel Featured in Forbes (Again!)
Fellow explorer and Forbes Travel editor Breanna Wilson knows that when she needs exciting recommendations for lesser-traveled regions, Rachel’s the person to ask. That’s why, in her latest Forbes round-up, Breanna solicited Rachel’s advice on her favorite surprising river cruise destination. Read on for the feature!
Read More"Art of Adventure" Podcast Interviews Rachel
With a name like “Art of Adventure,” Derek Loudermilk’s podcast is a pretty perfect fit to interview Rachel. After following her work from afar, Derek asked Rachel to connect, have a chat for his podcast, and share the stories and insights she has gathered along the way. To listen to the episode, click through!
Read MoreRachel joins Travel Talks
In December, Travel Talks asked Rachel to join them for a public conversation on where her travels have led her, and what she has learned along the way. In front of a live audience, Rachel shared her favorite tales of adventure. Click through for the video link!
Read More"Sassy & Uncalled For" Podcast Features Rachel
The hosts behind the Sassy & Uncalled For Podcast have been following Rachel’s travels for the last few years, and in their words, “Rachel is travel goals.” To learn more about Rachels’s adventures, hosts Chelsea and Stephanie sat down with Rachel for an interview… click through for details and the podcast link!
Read MoreRachel Covers India for TIME
This winter, TIME teamed up with Incredible India to build “The India 100”, a series of both iconic and off-the-beaten-path sights and activities across India. To compile its list, TIME tapped Rachel to share her experiences throughout the country. Click through for details and content!
Read MoreRachel Named "Inspirational Travel Blogger" of 2018
Travel Her Story featured Rachel in its list of Inspirational Travel Bloggers for 2018—an awesome list of travel storytellers! Click through for the link.
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