OBSESSED WITH
Welcome to the Obsessed With… Podcast! We’re Kim & Erran—partners in life, adventure, and business. We’ve been together since 2007, married in 2010, and living life our way ever since. On this podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain with fun, juicy, and honest conversations about all the life things you’re probably figuring out too like— Adding more travel & adventure into your life Navigating big transitions, relationships, and marriage Trying to figure out if kids fit into the picture—especially when you're in your 40s like us—its such a HUGE decision Unapologetically Create a life of freedom on your OWN TERMS. And how to juggle all the things without losing our minds. This podcast is your official permission slip to unapologetically do life your way, change your mind a million times, and know you’re not alone in figuring it all out. Our goal is to create a fun, zero-judgment, happy-hour-style space where we can all hang out, have real conversations, and navigate life together. So grab a drink, get comfy, and let the OBSESSION BEGIN!
Episodes
This Week's Episode: Work, 14ers, and a Relationship Game-Changer
We’re back with a full recap of Kim’s first week back in the hospital and what it’s been like juggling work, life, and business now that we’re both working in the hospital. We also share our experience hiking our second Colorado 14er—and why the Colorado mindset continues to inspire us.
We share a simple practice we added to our weekly routine that ...
In this episode, we kick things off with a few life updates—including starting a new job—and then dive into a relationship topic that had us both fired up.
We recently heard another couple talking about how people act one way while dating and then totally shift once they’re married… and we were both like, WTF?! It’s wild how common this mindset is.
We talk about the whole “cool girl/cool guy” act—when people tone down t...
Today we’re talking about something big—Kim’s taking interviews again! We’re sharing what totally shocked her about the interview process, how different it feels walking into an in-person interview vs. doing one over the phone, and what it’s like going back to work in the U.S. after spending the last two years fully focused on Travsessed.
We also dive into the work/life/partnership we’ve created and how this shift coul...
We’re talking about the version of 75 Hard we created—our very own “56 Medium.”
In this episode, we dive into what we’re actually doing, what’s working (and what’s not), and what’s helping us feel our best.
We talk about why prioritizing our health is so important to us right now, how we’re making it sustainable, and what we’ve learned about weight loss, energy, and mindset.
Plus, we share some funny sto...
We’re back, baby!!
Today we're sitting down for a fun and juicy catch-up, chatting about all the life things. We’re recapping our Bali trip—what came up for us, the big shifts we're feeling, and the changes we’re ready to make moving forward.
We’re also sharing some behind-the-scenes stories from the trip (including flying Emirates business for the second time 👀), and honestly... this episode goes a little al...
In this episode, we're gearing up to host Travsessed Bali #5—which is so crazy!!
We chat about how quickly time is flying by and the challenge of staying present in the moment. It's not always easy!
We also get real about the exhaustion of traveling for 11 weeks straight (and how weird it feels to even say that out loud). We explore the contrast between constant travel and the comfort of routine, and how we&...
We're Back:)!!
It's been a minute & we are excited to be back on the mic!!
We recorded this episode in Bali as we are preparing for our 5th Travsessed Bali trip.
In this episode we are recapping our first ever New Zealand trip & sharing some life updates.
Enjoy:)
Healthcare workers, escape the stress and join our Travsessed Adventure Trips!
We handle all the planning, so you can show up, ha...
Travel is full of epic highs and unexpected lows—and let’s be real, things rarely go exactly as planned.
In this episode, we’re diving into travel expectations vs. reality and how to manage expectations so your trip isn’t totally derailed when things don’t go as planned.
We’re sharing some of our own travel fails and hilarious stories, like:
🏨 How we got completely catfished by our hotel in Koh Lanta 😅
💸 Alm...
Flying business class is a total dream—and as aviation nerds, we never take these experiences for granted. From lay-flat beds to champagne at takeoff, flying biz is a luxury and a privilege, and we’re beyond grateful for every moment in the sky.
Using points is what has allowed us to book multiple business class flights.
In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on how to use points to book business class flights...
These past few weeks have been A LOT.
We’re in Bali, about to run two back-to-back Travsessed trips, and life has been throwing us some serious curveballs.
From getting robbed to health concerns, Mimi getting sick, and just feeling the weight of all the things, it’s been a wild ride.
In this episode, we’re giving you a raw and real life update—the good, the bad, and how we’re navigating it all.
We’re also diving into s...
If planning the perfect trip feels overwhelming, you’re in the right place! I
n this highly requested episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on exactly how we plan epic, experience-driven adventures—from researching hidden gems to crafting the most badass itinerary.
Trip planning is our expertise (and our obsession).
We’ve spent 13 years traveling the world and 2.5 years planning group trips through Travsessed Adventur...
Ever wondered what it’s really like to work a healthcare strike?
Strike work can be super hush-hush, but in this episode we’re pulling back the curtain on Kim's first experience working a strike as Sonographer.
We are spilling all the tea on what it’s really like & we're sharing about everything that NO ONE is talking about, but so many people are doing.
We’re sharing all the behind-the-scenes details, in...
This week, we’re catching up on all the chaos—because life is about to get cray cray!
We’re in full hustle mode as Kim preps to work a strike in Cali (at the absolute worst timing, of course) and spills all the nerves about her first-ever strike contract.
Meanwhile, Erran is wrapping up his last week of work and taking on the job of packing up our entire apartment & putting everything in storage!
We’re saying goodb...
In this episode, we’re getting real about something we’ve struggled with after 13 years of full-time travel—deepening and maintaining friendships. When you’re constantly moving every few months, it’s hard to build a community, and making new friends in your 30s and 40s? Yeah, not exactly easy.
One of the BEST parts of our nomadic life is that we have amazing friends all over the U.S.—we love that!
But the downside? It’...
If you’re ready to create more fun, more joy, and more purpose in your daily life—even in the mundane moments—while attracting more of what you actually want, this episode is for you!
PLUS—we’re sharing a fun little exercise to help you start dreaming and check if you’re actually in alignment with what you want vs. what you’re doing.
This is the perfect excuse to pour a glass of wine (or your favorite drink!) and play...
We’re super passionate about the fact that taking a 1-3 month trip isn’t just about seeing new places—it’s about transforming your entire life.
Long-term travel pushes you out of your comfort zone, shifts your perspective, and gives you the kind of freedom and clarity that a quick vacation just can’t offer.
In this episode, we’re breaking down the real cost of travel, helping you find your perfect travel style, and sha...
"Feeling Stuck? How to Get Clear, Break Free & Take Action! 🚀"
We’ve ALL felt stuck at some point—whether it’s in our career, relationships, lifestyle, or just life in general. That overwhelming feeling of wanting change but not knowing what to do next? Been there.
In this episode, we’re diving into real stories from our own lives—times when we felt stuck, frustrated, and unsure how to move forward. From ...
Group Travel vs. Solo Travel: Which One’s Right for You? 🌍✨
We used to swear we’d never do group trips—we loved the freedom of solo travel and doing our own thing. But then… everything changed.
In this episode, we’re diving into the pros and cons of group travel vs. solo travel, sharing how our first-ever group trip completely shifted our perspective, and breaking down what makes or breaks a great group experience.
🚀 W...
In this episode, we’re spilling the tea on relationship dynamics, communication, and what happens when one of you wants to sell the house and move to Bali (spoiler: that was Kim).
We’re diving into our whirlwind story of getting married super young, why we think a lot of young marriages don’t make it, and how we’ve managed to navigate life as two different people—like Kim, the free spirit who wanted to travel the world...
We’ve been on a nonstop rollercoaster of Do we want kids? Do we not want kids? for years! For the longest time, we were perfectly happy as just the two of us—soaking up the freedom of our travel lifestyle, building Travsessed, and pouring all our energy into our dreams.
But as we get older, the question keeps coming up: Are we really sure about a kid-free life? Or is there a part of us that wants kids—and what would th...
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