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Episode 26 An Intimate Conversation with Singer Songwriter David Wilcox: Live the Music. Sing the Song. David Wilcox has been singing his songs and weaving his musical magic for three decades. Speaking to the biggest issues of life and the heart in the most intimate of ways, David is truly a musical Medicine Man and Magician. Join David and Dr. Chick Morgan in their conversation about music, the power of place, and writing and singing from the heart. An Intimate Conversation with Singer Songwriter David Wilcox by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/26-Episode-26_-An-intimate-conversation-with-David-Wilcox.mp3 Resources:  davidwilcox.com  chickmorgan.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel basecampgallery.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 25 James Mwenda Part 2: Global Wildlife Conservation Activist Returns Last time we talked with James (Episode 23), Rodney was in Kenya with him and the last two remaining northern white rhinos on the planet. This time, James is in our podcast Studio here in Wimberley, Texas, on an extended trip to educate and inspire adults and school children alike in the cause of helping each and every person understand our role in fighting the extinction of our world’s resources, both animal and our one and only Mother Earth. James Mwenda Part 2: Global Wildlife Conservation Activist Returns by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/25-Episode-25_-James-Mwenda-Part-2.mp3 Resources:  chickmorgan.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel basecampgallery.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 24 Beyond Jaws: Every week is Shark Week with our guest James Moskito Whether leading his legendary tours for hundreds of people to experience Great White Sharks in the wild through his company Ocean Safaris, or hanging out with sharks of all kinds just for fun, James Moskito loves sharks and wants you to love them, too. Enjoy this delightful episode with our returning guest from Episode 15, James Moskito, as he shares his stories and adventures with Rodney Bursiel and Chick Morgan. Beyond Jaws: Every week is Shark Week with our guest James Moskito by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Episode-24_-Shark-Week-with-James-Moskito.mp3 Resources:  oceansafaris.com  facebook.com/oceansafaris  chickmorgan.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel basecampgallery.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 23 James Mwanda: Protecting the Fine Line Between Life and Extinction James Mwanda has been a personal vanguard in the protection of the now nearly extinct northern white rhinos of Africa. Caretaker for many years of the legendary Sudan, the last male northern white rhino, until Sudan’s death in 2018, James now works tirelessly with the antipoaching rangers and guardians of these beautiful beasts. James devotes his life to education and action to keep the only remaining two northern white rhinos from total extinction. Join Dr. Chick Morgan for this moving and inspiring on-site remote interview with James Mwanda and Rodney Bursiel directly from Kenya. James Mwanda: Protecting the Fine Line Between Life and Extinction by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/23-Episode-23-James-Mwanda.mp3 Resources:  chickmorgan.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel basecampgallery.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 22 Jan Mirkin-Earley: Passion, Obsession, and Transformation From becoming an Austin Music Scene powerhouse to creating and sharing the emotional human stories of Vietnamese, Laotian, and Burmese textiles, Jan Mirkin-Earley has always operated from one driving core philosophy: Be guided by the gripping creative forces in your life when they speak to you. Jan followed a calling into the music world with an unexpected introduction to the music of a legendary Texas musician at a young age. Years later, a chance glimpse of a small vintage textile in a tiny Vietnamese restaurant took her on a years-long quest into the mountains and valleys of that country and others to unearth and share their stories. Jan Mirkin-Earley: Passion, Obsession, and Transformation by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/22-Episode-22_-Jan-Mirkin-Early.mp3 Resources:   lilykoi.com  chickmorgan.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel basecampgallery.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 21 Dony Wynn: Iconic drummer for Robert Palmer for 25 years, photographer, and spiritual quester Dony Wynn’s story is about creative vision, inspiration, unparalleled personal discipline, and musical magic. We know you will find his story “Simply Irresistible!” Enjoy this masterful storyteller as he shares his life journey of unwavering faith and unwavering openness to creative guidance in his life. Dony Wynn: Iconic drummer for Robert Palmer for 25 years, photographer, and spiritual quester by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/21-Episode-21_-Dony-Wynn.mp3 Resources:   donywynn.com dony.wynn dony wynn foto  chickmorgan.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel basecampgallery.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 20 Pat O'Bryan: legendary guitar player, songwriter, music producer and king of electronic music Pat O’Bryan started playing piano at eight and the guitar at 10. It wasn’t long before he was sporting a fake mustache to make himself look older and playing in the clubs up and down Spencer Street in Houston. It wasn’t longer again before he was playing in well known bands with famous musicians, becoming a vanguard and staple across the country and all over Europe in electronic music, while never leaving his lifelong love of jazz. Listen to this amazing story and to some of the clips from his pandemic album, “Boomers Last Stand”. Pat O'Bryan: legendary guitar player, songwriter, music producer and king of electronic music by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/20-Episode-20-Pat-OBryan.mp3 Resources:   patobryan.com terlinguamusic.com terlinguamusic.com  chickmorgan.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel basecampgallery.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 19 Susan Gibson: multi-national award winning singer songwriter still in touch with her down home roots and always helping others When the Dixie Chicks recorded Susan Gibson’s song “Wide Open Spaces,” it was a vibe heard round the world that sent her career into orbit. But even after all the impressive songwriting awards she is still most known for her huge heart and a talent as big as the open spaces she came from, whether helping her beloved community grieve after a devastating flood, or supporting nurses and health care workers all over the world during this historic pandemic. Come share her story about her latest musical endeavor to honor and support those nurses and workers through her website and song, “Compassionate Combat.” Susan Gibson: multi-national award winning singer songwriter still in touch with her down home roots and always helping others. by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/19-Episode-19-Susan-Gibson.mp3 Resources:   susangibson.com compassionatecombat.com  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  chickmorgan.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 18 Korey Scott Pollard: Revered film and television AD, humanitarian, documentarian and social activist making a difference From his first walk on audition for a role as one of the older kids in the now iconic film “Stand By Me,” to his award winning AD turns on successful television series and well known films, Korey has always lived a life based on honoring synchronicity and just “going for it.” Listen to his fascinating tales of living a life as it unfolds in the moment and the deep professional and personal rewards that come from it. Korey Scott Pollard: Revered film and television AD, humanitarian, documentarian and social activist making a difference by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/18-Episode-18-Korey-Scott-Pollard.mp3 Resources:   unincarcerated  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  chickmorgan.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 17 Greg Davis: Godwinks and Twists of Fate After experiencing rapid fire devastating personal and financial setbacks, Greg Davis bought a $400 camera, quit his corporate job, and set out on what was to be a year long global soul searching expedition. There were a lot of life changing experiences along the way that Greg sometimes refers to as fate, such as the photographic commission from the Museums of the Southwest which took him on a pilgrimage in India, or the Vietnamese woman he met along the journey who changed his perspective and became the signature photographic piece of his astonishing career. All of this has brought Greg Davis to a place where he seeks “something greater than ourselves” in his life, his photography, his filmmaking, and his work. Episode 17: Greg Davis - Godwinks and Twists of Fate by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/17-Episode-17-Godwinks-and-Twists-of-Fate.mp3 Resources:  @gregdavisphotography   gregdavisphotography.com  virtual studio tour  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  chickmorgan.com Other Episodes Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick and Rodney | Dec 30, 2020 | Episode 16Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel… James Moskito – The Eye of the Whale by Chick and Rodney | Dec 3, 2020 | Episode 15Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional… « Older Entries Mary Gauthier – Saved By A Song by Chick and Rodney | Nov 12, 2020 | Episode 14Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting…

Episode 16 Jonathan Byrd: Poet, Songwriter, Mystic Whether writing about the wild ponies of his home state of North Carolina, or Kierkegaard and Dylan, Johnathan Byrd takes us to musical and poetic places we’ve never experienced before. Join Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in this wide ranging and deeply moving conversation with one of the most remarkable talents in the business… Episode 16: Jonathan Byrd - Poet, Songwriter, Mystic by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/16-Episode-16-Jonathan-Byrd.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  chickmorgan.com Other Episodes Double Talkin’ Jive by Chick and Rodney | Oct 29, 2020 | Episode 13Matt Sorum, Grammy Award winning and Hall of Fame drummer for Guns and Roses and Velvet Revolver talks about playing sold out arenas, rescuing dolphins, and his passion for arts in the schools… Poet is Not a Four Letter Word by Chick and Rodney | Oct 22, 2020 | Episode 12Join Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio with Nathan Brown, Ph.D., poet, book publisher, writer, author, songwriter and musician, as he takes us through his journey as a performing and touring artist… Big Laughs, Big Heart, Big Talent by Chick and Rodney | Oct 15, 2020 | Episode 11Come listen and laugh with Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio in their unedited episode with Bobby Arnold – musician, musical engineer, and humanitarian, as he takes us along his wild life ride…

Episode 15 James Moskito - “The Eye of the Whale” Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with James Moskito, ocean explorer, protector, and shark and whale ambassador, as he shares his life changing story about an extraordinary emotional encounter with a humpback whale. Episode 15: James Moskito - “The Eye of the Whale” by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/15-Episode-15-James-Moskito.mp3 Resources:  oceansafaris.com  facebook.com/oceansafaris  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  chickmorgan.com Other Episodes Double Talkin’ Jive by Chick and Rodney | Oct 29, 2020 | Episode 13Matt Sorum, Grammy Award winning and Hall of Fame drummer for Guns and Roses and Velvet Revolver talks about playing sold out arenas, rescuing dolphins, and his passion for arts in the schools… Poet is Not a Four Letter Word by Chick and Rodney | Oct 22, 2020 | Episode 12Join Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio with Nathan Brown, Ph.D., poet, book publisher, writer, author, songwriter and musician, as he takes us through his journey as a performing and touring artist… Big Laughs, Big Heart, Big Talent by Chick and Rodney | Oct 15, 2020 | Episode 11Come listen and laugh with Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio in their unedited episode with Bobby Arnold – musician, musical engineer, and humanitarian, as he takes us along his wild life ride…

Episode 14 Mary Gauthier - Saved By A Song Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning singer songwriter, Mary Gauthier, about the transformative power of truth and songwriting, for herself, her life, and the hundreds of veterans she’s worked with in the Soldiers to Songwriters program. Along with this deep conversation she shares some of our favorite songs of hers. Episode 14: Mary Gauthier - Saved By A Song by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/14-Episode-14-Mary-Gauthier.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  chickmorgan.com Other Episodes Double Talkin’ Jive by Chick and Rodney | Oct 29, 2020 | Episode 13Matt Sorum, Grammy Award winning and Hall of Fame drummer for Guns and Roses and Velvet Revolver talks about playing sold out arenas, rescuing dolphins, and his passion for arts in the schools… Poet is Not a Four Letter Word by Chick and Rodney | Oct 22, 2020 | Episode 12Join Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio with Nathan Brown, Ph.D., poet, book publisher, writer, author, songwriter and musician, as he takes us through his journey as a performing and touring artist… Big Laughs, Big Heart, Big Talent by Chick and Rodney | Oct 15, 2020 | Episode 11Come listen and laugh with Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio in their unedited episode with Bobby Arnold – musician, musical engineer, and humanitarian, as he takes us along his wild life ride…

Episode 13 Double Talkin’ Jive Matt Sorum, Grammy Award winning and Hall of Fame drummer for Guns and Roses and Velvet Revolver talks about playing sold out arenas, rescuing dolphins, and his passion for arts in the schools. Episode 13: Double Talkin’ Jive by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/13-Episode-13-Double-Talkin-Jive.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  chickmorgan.com Other Episodes We’ve Got a Podcast! by Chick and Rodney | Jul 16, 2020 | Episode 1Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel introduce themselves and their new podcast, “Passports, Please”; how they met and how “Passports, Please” came about. They discuss what listeners can look forward to. Africa and Soul: Kenya and Tanzania by Chick and Rodney | Jul 23, 2020 | Episode 2Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel have a conversation about the emotional and personal impact of Rodney’s arrival in Africa for his photo shoot and how it came about. Kenya Elephant Walk by Chick and Rodney | Jul 30, 2020 | Episode 3Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel discuss Rodney’s encounter with the elephants in Kenya, including the monumental, legendary, Big Tusker elder Craig, and relates a poignant and powerful lesson learned from the late Big Tusker Tim.

Episode 12 Poet is Not a Four Letter Word Join Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio with Nathan Brown, Ph.D., poet, book publisher, writer, author, songwriter and musician, as he takes us through his journey as a performing and touring artist during these strange and difficult times. The Question: What do you do when the gigs and tours vanish overnight? The Answer: Get very creative very quickly. You’ll hear about Nathan’s new works of commissioned poetry that have generated three new volumes of poetry and led to the already iconic “Fire Pit Sessions,” as well as about his new series of travel books, A Vagabond Abroad. Episode 12: Poet is Not a Four Letter Word by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/12-Episode-12-Poet-is-Not-a-Four-Letter-Word.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  @NathanBrown  @NathanBrownPoetLaureateOfOklahoma  @nathan_brown_poetry  Nathan on Youtube  brownlines.com  descansocreatives.com  mezpress.com Other Episodes We’ve Got a Podcast! by Chick and Rodney | Jul 16, 2020 | Episode 1Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel introduce themselves and their new podcast, “Passports, Please”; how they met and how “Passports, Please” came about. They discuss what listeners can look forward to. Africa and Soul: Kenya and Tanzania by Chick and Rodney | Jul 23, 2020 | Episode 2Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel have a conversation about the emotional and personal impact of Rodney’s arrival in Africa for his photo shoot and how it came about. Kenya Elephant Walk by Chick and Rodney | Jul 30, 2020 | Episode 3Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel discuss Rodney’s encounter with the elephants in Kenya, including the monumental, legendary, Big Tusker elder Craig, and relates a poignant and powerful lesson learned from the late Big Tusker Tim.

Episode 11 Big Laughs, Big Heart, Big Talent Come listen and laugh with Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in the studio in their unedited episode with Bobby Arnold—musician, musical engineer, and humanitarian, as he takes us along his wild life ride from being Willie Nelson’s studio janitor and recording engineer, to a musician performing worldwide with world renown famed musicians, and refugee worker in Macedonia. Just “Ask Chick”…. You’ll be glad you did! Episode 11: Big Laughs, Big Heart, Big Talent by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/11-Episode-11-Big-Laughs-Big-Heart-Big-Talent.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel Other Episodes Hooked on Sharks by Chick and Rodney | Oct 8, 2020 | Episode 10Cristina Zenato, Underwater Explorer, has been called “The Guardian of the Ocean” and “The Shark Whisperer” for reasons you’ll learn in our next fascinating conversation with Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel. Living a Life With and For Sharks by Chick and Rodney | Sep 23, 2020 | Episode 9Mike Coots survived a near fatal Tiger Shark attack as a teenager and turned that experience into becoming a world-renown advocate for shark conservation as well as a political activist for shark protection legislation. The Guide by Chick and Rodney | Sep 3, 2020 | Episode 8How does a first-time-to-Africa photographer navigate the plains, the wildlife habitats, and the dangers, to find the incredible joys, experiences, and once in a lifetime photos?

Episode 10 Hooked on Sharks Cristina Zenato, Underwater Explorer, has been called “The Guardian of the Ocean” and “The Shark Whisperer” for reasons you’ll learn in our next fascinating conversation with Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel. Cristina’s passion for “her” sharks in The Bahamas, as well as sharks all over the world, is remarkable, as are her tireless efforts to educate people everywhere about these important, beautiful, and endangered creatures and the ocean world they live in. Episode 10: Hooked on Sharks by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/10-Episode-10-Hooked-on-Sharks.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  cristinazenato.com  pownonprofit.org  @cristinezenato  @czunderwater Other Episodes Living a Life With and For Sharks by Chick and Rodney | Sep 23, 2020 | Episode 9Mike Coots survived a near fatal Tiger Shark attack as a teenager and turned that experience into becoming a world-renown advocate for shark conservation as well as a political activist for shark protection legislation. Jeremy Goss and Big Life by Chick and Rodney | Aug 27, 2020 | Episode 7Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel host Jeremy Goss, Conservation Scientist with the Kenyan organization Big Life who Rodney met on his extended trip to Africa. Kenya Elephant Walk by Chick and Rodney | Jul 30, 2020 | Episode 3Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel discuss Rodney’s encounter with the elephants in Kenya, including the monumental, legendary, Big Tusker elder Craig, and relates a poignant and powerful lesson learned from the late Big Tusker Tim.

Episode 9 Living a Life With and For Sharks Mike Coots survived a near fatal Tiger Shark attack as a teenager and turned that experience into becoming a world-renown advocate for shark conservation as well as a political activist for shark protection legislation. Join Co-hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel in this episode to hear Mike’s incredible story of perseverance, strength, and vision. Episode 9: Living a Life With and For Sharks by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/09-Episode-9-Living-a-Life-With-and-For-Sharks.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  sharksbymikecoots.com Other Episodes Kenya Elephant Walk by Chick and Rodney | Jul 30, 2020 | Episode 3Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel discuss Rodney’s encounter with the elephants in Kenya, including the monumental, legendary, Big Tusker elder Craig, and relates a poignant and powerful lesson learned from the late Big Tusker Tim. Immersion into Ethiopia’s Omo Valley Tribes by Chick and Rodney | Aug 13, 2020 | Episode 5Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel are joined again by special guest Rick Minchew, Rodney’s travel colleague on their five week immersion into Africa. The Guide by Chick and Rodney | Sep 3, 2020 | Episode 8How does a first-time-to-Africa photographer navigate the plains, the wildlife habitats, and the dangers, to find the incredible joys, experiences, and once in a lifetime photos?

Episode 8 The Guide How does a first-time-to-Africa photographer navigate the plains, the wildlife habitats, and the dangers, to find the incredible joys, experiences, and once in a lifetime photos? Find out in our next episode, The Guide, as Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel talk with Rodney’s Guide, Jackson LeMunge in Kenya, about growing up a Masai and becoming a wildlife guide. Episode 8: The Guide by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/08-Episode-8-The-Guide.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  @rickminchew  greatplainsconservation.com  Jackson LeMunge  @jacksonlemunge Other Episodes in this Season We’ve Got a Podcast! by Chick and Rodney | Jul 16, 2020 | Episode 1Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel introduce themselves and their new podcast, “Passports, Please”; how they met and how “Passports, Please” came about. They discuss what listeners can look forward to. Africa and Soul: Kenya and Tanzania by Chick and Rodney | Jul 23, 2020 | Episode 2Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel have a conversation about the emotional and personal impact of Rodney’s arrival in Africa for his photo shoot and how it came about. Kenya Elephant Walk by Chick and Rodney | Jul 30, 2020 | Episode 3Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel discuss Rodney’s encounter with the elephants in Kenya, including the monumental, legendary, Big Tusker elder Craig, and relates a poignant and powerful lesson learned from the late Big Tusker Tim. “The Incident” by Chick and Rodney | Aug 6, 2020 | Episode 4“Passports, Please” Podcast hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel are joined by special guest Rick Minchew, Rodney’s travel colleague on their five week immersion into Africa. Immersion into Ethiopia’s Omo Valley Tribes by Chick and Rodney | Aug 13, 2020 | Episode 5Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel are joined again by special guest Rick Minchew, Rodney’s travel colleague on their five week immersion into Africa. Turk Pipkin by Chick and Rodney | Aug 19, 2020 | Episode 6What do Willie Nelson, Desmond Tutu, Harry Connick, Jr., The Sopranos, Friday Night Lights, magicians, and builder of high schools and libraries in Kenya, Honduras, and Mexico all have in common?

Episode 7 Jeremy Goss and Big Life Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel host Jeremy Goss, Conservation Scientist with the Kenyan organization Big Life who Rodney met on his extended trip to Africa. Please join the three of us and hear about the deep, sophisticated, and multifaceted work this group is doing to eliminate wildlife poaching while building sustainability in wildlife conflict management, education and healthcare. Episode 7: Jeremy Goss and Big Life by Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel https://passportsandpoets.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/07-Episode-7-Jeremy-Goss-and-Big-Life.mp3 Resources:  rodneybursielphotography.com  @rodneybursiel  biglife.org  @biglifeafrica Other Episodes in this Season We’ve Got a Podcast! by Chick and Rodney | Jul 16, 2020 | Episode 1Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel introduce themselves and their new podcast, “Passports, Please”; how they met and how “Passports, Please” came about. They discuss what listeners can look forward to. Africa and Soul: Kenya and Tanzania by Chick and Rodney | Jul 23, 2020 | Episode 2Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel have a conversation about the emotional and personal impact of Rodney’s arrival in Africa for his photo shoot and how it came about. Kenya Elephant Walk by Chick and Rodney | Jul 30, 2020 | Episode 3Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel discuss Rodney’s encounter with the elephants in Kenya, including the monumental, legendary, Big Tusker elder Craig, and relates a poignant and powerful lesson learned from the late Big Tusker Tim. “The Incident” by Chick and Rodney | Aug 6, 2020 | Episode 4“Passports, Please” Podcast hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel are joined by special guest Rick Minchew, Rodney’s travel colleague on their five week immersion into Africa. Immersion into Ethiopia’s Omo Valley Tribes by Chick and Rodney | Aug 13, 2020 | Episode 5Hosts Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel are joined again by special guest Rick Minchew, Rodney’s travel colleague on their five week immersion into Africa. Turk Pipkin by Chick and Rodney | Aug 19, 2020 | Episode 6What do Willie Nelson, Desmond Tutu, Harry Connick, Jr., The Sopranos, Friday Night Lights, magicians, and builder of high schools and libraries in Kenya, Honduras, and Mexico all have in common?