No Fixed Address
by Michael Motamedi and Vanessa Salas
Society & CultureE · Explicit
Latest episode
Why Samantha Brown Actually Loves Airports (And You Should Too)
Why Samantha Brown Actually Loves Airports (And You Should Too)
About this podcast
No Fixed Address isn't just a travel podcast, it's your backstage pass to the world's hidden gems.
For the past three years, Host Michael Motamedi and his wife Vanessa Salas have been living out of suitcases, trading a fixed address for street food stands.
Every episode is an adventure, from trying foods we’ve never heard of, to connecting with remarkable people, we learn about the culture, traditions, and connections that make every meal unforgettable.
We're all about finding hidden spots, meeting local legends, and tasting flavors that make a place come alive. So, join us as we taste the wild and the wonderful and hear stories that only locals know.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 24 episodes
- Why Samantha Brown Actually Loves Airports (And You Should Too) · 50 minThere's something almost magical about watching someone fall in love with travel—not just the destinations, but the entire ritual of airports, connections, and chance encounters…
- The Man Who Wrote the Cookie Bible · 57 minYou’ve probably waited in line for a great cookie. Maybe even paid way too much. But when did a simple treat turn into a full-blown cultural obsession? And what does that say…
- The Tea Master Preserving an 800-Year-Old Secret · 54 minFor this episode, we traveled to Kyoto chasing a ritual that’s been quietly shaping Japanese life for over 800 years. At the center of it all is Randy Channell Soei, a…
- The Woman Behind the World’s Best Sea Urchin · 51 minIt’s a scene right out of a movie—the Santa Barbara mountains glowing in the background, a sign warning of great white sharks to our left, and the sea shimmering in front of us…
- How This Cartagena Bar is Changing Lives, One Cocktail at a Time · 48 minIn Cartagena’s old city, tucked away on a narrow street, there’s a bar that feels like stepping into a dream. Jean Trinh’s Alquímico isn’t just worth the hype for its inventive…
- The Chef-Turned-Living Legend Who's Cultivating Cartagena's Magic · 40 minWalking through Cartagena with Chef Juan Del Mar feels like strolling with a rockstar—except here, it’s all love and connection. People stop for hugs, wave from across the…
- No Fixed Address is BACK for Season 2! · 1 minNo Fixed Address returns for Season 2! Join Hosts Michael Motamedi and Vanessa Salas as they take you on a sensory journey across continents—from midnight cooking sessions in…
- Meet the Artist Transforming Curacao's Capital into a Masterpiece · 41 minIn the middle of Willemstad, there’s a building that’ll make you stop in your tracks. It takes up a whole corner, and every inch is drenched in color. This is Francis Sling’s…
- Curacao’s Herbalist on Must-Have Healing Plants for Your Home · 43 minToday, we’re chatting with Marerly Sambo, or as she’s better known, the Universal Alchemist. She’s a microbiologist and herbalist who’s passionate about creating healing potions…
- Unlock Your Travel Quest with Amateur Traveler’s Chris Christensen · 40 minToday, we’re speaking with Travel Expert Chris Christensen. Chris is a travel blogger, and long-time host of The Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast. Whether you’re a beginner…
- Fabien Cousteau: The Ocean Pioneer Building an Underwater Station in Curaçao · 39 minBeneath the waves, somewhere off the coast of Curaçao, renowned aquanaut Fabien Cousteau is building the International Space Station of the ocean. Well, he hasn’t quite started…
- The Journey of a Lifetime: Pelumi Nubi’s Road Trip from London to Lagos · 53 minOur first visit to London, UK did NOT disappoint. We sat down with Pelumi Nubi, a travel content creator and the first solo Black woman to drive from London, UK to Lagos, Nigeria…
- Travel Expert Bruce Wallin: The Key to Great Travel Experiences On Any Budget · 45 minToday, we’re speaking with Luxury Travel Expert Bruce Wallin. Bruce is an award-winning editor, writer, producer, and a leading voice in luxury travel and media. Tune in to hear…
- In Curaçao, a Lionfish Huntress is on a Mission to Save the Seas · 45 minCuraçao’s Cas Abao beach is a sight to behold — crystal clear waters and glowing white sand stretch for miles, inviting visitors to relax and soak in the island's serene beauty…
- This Photographer Captures Philippine Indigenous Communities · 47 minPhotographer Jacob Maentz takes us on a journey to Olango island in the Philippines where we get a rare look at a seaside community largely responsible for the beachy home decor…
- Can Cuteness Make You a Better Person? This Expert in Japan says ‘Yes!’ · 52 minWe're in Harajuku, Japan's capital of cuteness, to meet Joshua Paul Dale, a professor in Cuteness Studies and a leading authority on everything cute. Everywhere we turn…
- How I Ended Up in an LA Dive Bar with Grammy Winner Macy Gray · 50 minIt’s 9pm in Los Angeles and we’re driving up Macy Gray’s driveway blasting a song off her new album. This is the latest we’ve ever recorded an interview for the podcast and when…
- Could Bamboo Save the World? A Builder in Bali is Leading the Way · 45 minThis episode was recorded in a magical fairy land. Well, not really but we *are* at Bambu Indah Hotel in Bali, which is plucked right out of a storybook. We’re here with John and…
- How a Balinese Farmer Built a Coffee Empire from Poop · 50 minWhen she was just a little girl, Ayu Sudana used to fill buckets of Asian palm civet poop in exchange for toys. Today, she’s the proud co-founder of Bali Beans — a plantation, a…
- Why This CEO Ditched Corporate to Build a Retreat in Bali · 49 minWe’re in a magical place, surrounded by Bali’s lush green forests looking for Will Travis, the brains behind Elevation Barn — a transformative retreat for the world’s top…
