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Music and Place: The Spread of Global Psychedelic
by Tristan Hicks on April 7, 2015

A unique theory on combating the blandness of globalization: psychedelic music. With an added playlist for your listening pleasure.

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China’s New Subculture: Ryan Lee, Traveling Musician
by Wade Shepard on May 17, 2013

I met traveling street musician in Changsha who had not only songs but a message for the people of his country.

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Traveling Back To Vienna With Kids

By Wade Shepard

Round two of traveling to Vienna with my girls.

Europe Is A Lonely Place

By Wade Shepard

While making friends as a foreigner is more difficult in some countries it’s even harder as a local.

Floating Cities: 90s-era Sci-fi Becomes Our Current Reality

By Wade Shepard

Is this for real?

My Debit Card Is Telling Google (and who knows who else?) What I Buy

By Wade Shepard

Getting a glimpse at the new world we’re traveling towards.

You Can Travel The World But You Will Never Arrive

By Wade Shepard

There is always another bend in the road, another mountain to climb.

Traveling Full Circle Back To New York City

By Wade Shepard

After completing one round trip I consider a change of direction.

I Returned To Khaosan Road, This Is What I Found

By Wade Shepard

Going back to what was once the epicenter of backpacker-dom after being away for 13 years.

Why I Should Have Used A Pseudonym For Travel Writing

By Wade Shepard

It’s too late now but would have been a good idea.

The Story Behind My Odd Looking, Super Long Lasting Travel Sunglasses

By Wade Shepard

These sunglasses have become a part of me, but all good things must someday end. On to the next iteration of Faded Days.

How Much Money Should You Save Before Traveling The World? | YouTube Live Q&A

By Wade Shepard

I would recommend saving up …