Rolf Potts has reported from more than fifty countries for the likes of National Geographic Traveler, the New York Times Magazine, Slate.com, Conde Nast Traveler, Outside, The Believer, The Guardian (U.K.), National Public Radio, and the Travel Channel.
Potts promotes the ethic of independent travel and is the author of a book on the subject, Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel (Random House, 2003).
His newest book is Marco Polo Didn’t Go There: Stories and Revelations From One Decade as a Postmodern Travel Writer (Travelers’ Tales, 2008).
For the past 30 years, travel guru RICK STEVES has advocated for thoughtful and informed traveling in his public television series, his radio show, and his best-selling guide books.
His new book,” Travel as a Political Act,” teaches readers how to become travelers, not tourists.
Rick Steves was interviewed on Bob Edwards Weekend July 3, 2009.
Bob Edwards Weekend is a two-hour interview showcase, in which celebrated host Bob Edwards highlights the life and work of interesting people, from newsmakers, historians, and authors to artists, actors, and regular folks too.