In this episode of The Next Tour, Ian and Andia meet with Paul Rodgers, a retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant, who took his passion for woodworking and turned it into a post-military career. Using his creativity and desire to remain connected with the military and veteran space, Paul formed Barefoot Woodwrks, where he blends his mastery of design with the visions of his clients, creating heirloom quality works of art, all with the military at heart. Check out this episode to hear how Paul was able to turn his hobby into something significantly more and learn some tips on how you can do it, too.

Below are links and resources that we mentioned during the show:

· Boots to Business entrepreneurial education and training program for service members and military spouses.

Connect with Paul on LinkedIn. Also, check out Barefoot Woodwrks if you would like to get your hands on some of Paul’s exceptional work.

The Next Tour Podcast disclaimer

The views, opinions, and advice expressed by our guests on The Next Tour are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast, Ian, Andia, or any affiliated organizations. While we strive to provide helpful and accurate information, this podcast is for informational purposes only. We encourage listeners to consult with professionals or conduct their own research before making any significant decisions related to military transition or post-service life. The content is intended as guidance and personal perspective, not as official advice.

In this episode of The Next Tour, Ian and Andia chat with retired Air Force Brig Gen Mike Manion, where we “unpack” how he and his wife, Shannon, were able to go from active duty to living full-time abroad. Listen in as we talk about the year immediately following retirement where they lived as nomads, where Mike and Shannon explored many destinations around the world before settling on their forever home in Italy. We go on to discuss tax implications, the process to land the right visa, and other considerations they had to wade through to make living in a foreign country, while maintaining their US citizenship, a realized dream – not a living nightmare!

Below are links and resources that we mentioned during the show:

Warrior Expeditions – follow Mike’s journeys on different trails and learn about the foundation that supports warriors during the journey and beyond

Manions on the Move – additional journey journals and updates from the Pacific Crest Trail and more on their Facebook page (Instagram page here)

The Next Tour Podcast disclaimer

The views, opinions, and advice expressed by our guests on The Next Tour are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast, Ian, Andia, or any affiliated organizations. While we strive to provide helpful and accurate information, this podcast is for informational purposes only. We encourage listeners to consult with professionals or conduct their own research before making any significant decisions related to military transition or post-service life. The content is intended as guidance and personal perspective, not as official advice.

In this episode of The Next Tour, Ian and Andia meet with Ben and Angela Jacobson, both retired Air Force officers, to chat about their year-long adventure with their RV across America. While on terminal leave, before their official retirement dates, Ben and Angela toured the country where they hit 37 states, stopped at 174 locations, including 30 military bases and about 50 Harvest Hosts locations, and made so many incredible memories along the way. Hear about their epic adventure, their tips for hitting the road, and their favorite stories from the trip.

Below are links and resources that we mentioned during the show:

• Harvest Hosts - Network of locations to park with your RV
• RVParky - RV Parks and Recreation Directory
• Recreation.govU.S. Military Campgrounds and RV ParksAll Trails - trails and guides for hiking, camping, and running
• Keep Your Daydream - YouTube channel
• ChooseFI - Financial Independence Community
• Afford Anything - podcast
• The Simple Path to Wealth - book (links to Amazon)
• Ben & Angela’s YouTube channel1 Year on the road in a Travel Trailer - Ben & Angela’s trip summary video

The Next Tour Podcast disclaimer

The views, opinions, and advice expressed by our guests on The Next Tour are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast, Ian, Andia, or any affiliated organizations. While we strive to provide helpful and accurate information, this podcast is for informational purposes only. We encourage listeners to consult with professionals or conduct their own research before making any significant decisions related to military transition or post-service life. The content is intended as guidance and personal perspective, not as official advice.