Untethered & Wanderwise: Female Travel Over 45
Nicky Omohundro & Heide Brandes
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After decades of putting others first, Nicky and Heide found themselves single after 45 and feeling untethered, they chose to embrace the chance to spread their wings and explore the world on their own terms.
Untethered & Wanderwise is a weekly podcast where Nicky and Heide share their adventures, insights, and mishaps as newly single women rediscovering themselves through travel. With each episode, we pull back the curtain on destinations around the globe, diving deep into the cultures, cuisine and experiences that come from wandering off the beaten path.
Whether you're dreaming of a sabbatical, newly single, empty nesters, or simply craving an injection of wanderlust into your life, join Nicky and Heide for straight-talk, helpful tips, and wild tales from ther adventures embracing life as a globetrotting "wanderwise" woman.
Join our dynamic duo each week as they explore uncharted territories, share travel tales, and inspire women to embrace adventure after 45.
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From Empty Nest to Global Adventure: How Mary Baskin Turned 50 and Transformed Her Life Through Travel
What happens when an empty-nester refuses to settle into retirement and instead decides to fill her world with adventure? Meet Mary Baskin, the inspiring entrepreneur who turned her post-50 chapter…
Why 'Someday' Is Stealing Your Dreams (And How to Stop It in 2026)
Stop letting "someday" steal another year of your life. If you're a woman over 40 who's been putting off that bucket list travel for "when the kids are grown," "when I have more money," or "when I…
Llamas, Hot Springs, Luxury and Adventure - Wyoming Is Having a Moment in 2026
“Wyoming Is Having a Moment in 2026” Episode SummaryIf Wyoming isn’t on your 2026 travel list yet… it will be after this episode. In this lively, laugh-filled conversation, co-hosts Heide Brandes and…
Why Grand Junction Should Be Your Next Adventure Hidden Gem Destination
Join co-hosts Heide Brandes and Nicky Omohundro on "Untethered and Wander Wise," the award-winning travel podcast dedicated to inspiring women over 45 to embrace adventure on their own terms.In this…
SeaTac Isn't Just an Airport Code: Discovering the Hidden Communities Behind the Runway
What if your worst travel nightmare—a cancelled flight and unexpected airport layover—could become your best adventure yet?Join Heide and Nicky as they completely flip the script on airport travel…
Rochester, New York: The Badass Women's History + Amazing Food Combo You Never Saw Coming
When you think "girls trip destination," Rochester, New York probably doesn't make your top 10 list. But after this episode, it absolutely will!Join hosts Nikki and Heidi as they spill all the tea…
Historic Traveler: Where Literature Meets Adventure with Jackie Lapin
What if your next vacation could literally transport you through time? Meet Jackie Lapin, a 74-year-old former sports journalist who transformed her passion for historical novels into the ultimate…
Too Old for Adventure? Hold My Wine and Watch This
In this groundbreaking episode of Untethered and Wanderwise, hosts Heide Brandes and Nicky Omohundro reveal why women over 45 are becoming the driving force behind the adventure tourism revolution,…
Machu Picchu: The Travel Adventure Your 20-Year-Old Self Never Imagined
What happens when you celebrate your 50th birthday by eating guinea pig and conquering one of the world's seven wonders?Join hosts Heide and Nicky on Untethered and Wander Wise as they share their…
"Adults-Only Paradise: Our Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Los Cabos Experience"
Nicky and Heide give their review of the Pueblo Bonito Pacifica adults-only luxury resort in Los Cabos. From fine dining and top-notch spa experiences to day trips to one of Mexico's "Magical towns,"…
Small Groups, Big Adventures: Why 2025 is the Year to Explore Beyond the Beaten Path with Guest Diana Ditto
Ready to trade crowded tourist traps for authentic cultural connections? In this episode, we sit down with Diana Ditto, VP of Product Marketing and Growth Strategies at Collette Tours—North America's…
From Trade Shows to Light Shows: The Ultimate Vegas Work-Play Balance Trip
Join host Nicky Omohundro as she welcomes travel expert Jenn Coleman of Coleman Concierge to the Untethered and Wanderwise podcast. In this episode, Jenn shares how she and Nicky transformed a recent…
America's Crown Jewels: Why Women Over 45 Should Explore National Parks
Join hosts Heide Brandes and Nicky Omohundro as they discuss why America's National Parks offer the perfect adventure for women in midlife. This episode covers trending parks for 2025, practical tips…
Travel Safety in a Changing World: Navigating Global Politics and Protection in 2025 with Andrew Jernigan
Join hosts Nicky Omohundro and Heide Brandes as they interview Andrew Jernigan, co-founder and CEO of Insured Nomads, about navigating international travel in today's complex political landscape.…
Travels With Annita - a Conversation With Travel Radio Host Annita Thomas
Join hosts Heide Brandes and Nicky Omohundro as they delve into the world of authentic solo travel experiences for midlife women. In this captivating episode, meet Anita Thomas - an award-winning…
Winter Wonders in the Land of Enchantment: Discovering New Mexico's Snowy Side With Guest Nicole Barker
Join hosts Heide Brandes and Nicky Omohundro as they explore an unexpected winter wonderland on this episode of Untethered and Wanderwise. Most travelers picture New Mexico as a desert landscape with…
Beyond Bucket Lists: Meaningful Travel For Women Over 45 with Pauline Frommer
This introspective journey with travel expert Pauline Frommer, President of Frommer Media, and Editorial Director of Frommer's Guidebooks, explores the transformative power of meaningful travel for…
Winter Adventures in BC's Cariboo: A Woman's Guide to Ice Fishing, Dog Sledding, and Whisky Tasting
Think winter travel in British Columbia is just for the young and adventurous? Think again! Join host Heide Brandes as she discovers why British Columbia's Cariboo region is becoming the ultimate…
Embracing Adventure After Major Life Changes
In this heartfelt episode of Untethered and Wanderwise, hosts Nicky Omohundro and Heidi Brandes share their personal journeys of embracing adventure after major life changes. After both experiencing…
5 Epic Weekend Road Trips: Discover America's Most Beautiful Hidden Routes
Join hosts Heide and Nikki as they explore five incredible weekend road trips perfect for women over 45. From the magical Buffalo National River in Arkansas with its stunning bluffs and waterfalls,…
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Untethered & Wanderwise: Female Travel Over 45 has published 56 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Hobbies, Leisure.
Untethered & Wanderwise: Female Travel Over 45 is currently active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 28m.
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