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For travelers who know there’s a better way to see the world
Nomadic Spirit is a weekly read for travelers who care as much
about the why as the where.
Thoughtful essays. Places worth understanding. Real-world insight.
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Nomadic Spirit is written and edited by Paul M. Rand, a longtime traveler who also hosts
The Big Brains video podcast at the University of Chicago.
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