The Connections and Carryons Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-connections-and-carryons-podcast Connections & Carry-Ons is an authentic podcast hosted by a couple with a shared passion for travel, meaningful connections, and the beautiful chaos of life on the move. Each episode invites you into candid conversations about relationships, personal growth, and the unforgettable adventures that come with exploring the world. From late-night airport chats to cultural discoveries and the unexpected lessons learned along the way, they dive deep into what it means to truly connect with people, places, and purpose. Whether you're a fellow wanderer, a hopeless romantic, or someone navigating the ups and downs of life, love, and everything in between, this podcast is your boarding pass to real talk and rich stories. Pack light. Tune in. Let’s explore together. ©connections&carryons 2025 6cbbb30d-2b8c-50a5-899f-ad750b0833e8 yes en Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:38:18 -0400 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:46:41 -0400 https://img.transistorcdn.com/zVeS2pxvCiUFkGGnHz5n-J9bMjd8mf0AOtvI2AAag58/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jZDRk/NGYzYTkxMjk5NjQ1/YTRhNmFmZGQ4ODJk/MmYyMC5wbmc.jpg The Connections and Carryons Podcast episodic James and Jess Connections & Carry-Ons is an authentic podcast hosted by a couple with a shared passion for travel, meaningful connections, and the beautiful chaos of life on the move. Each episode invites you into candid conversations about relationships, personal growth, and the unforgettable adventures that come with exploring the world. From late-night airport chats to cultural discoveries and the unexpected lessons learned along the way, they dive deep into what it means to truly connect with people, places, and purpose. Whether you're a fellow wanderer, a hopeless romantic, or someone navigating the ups and downs of life, love, and everything in between, this podcast is your boarding pass to real talk and rich stories. Pack light. Tune in. Let’s explore together. Connections & Carry-Ons is an authentic podcast hosted by a couple with a shared passion for travel, meaningful connections, and the beautiful chaos of life on the move. leisure, travel, adventure, relationships James Cooper connectionsandcarryons@gmail.com No No Vegas, baby. Vegas! 8 8 Vegas, baby. Vegas! full 66ea0958-07fb-4266-8871-6761616ab2ec https://share.transistor.fm/s/63d25c32 We roll the dice in this episode and take a spin back to the 1990s at the Sphere in Vegas. Hear how we didn't really get married and waited 3 hours for a possible Bruno Mars sighting. It's been awhile but we're back again. 

]]> We roll the dice in this episode and take a spin back to the 1990s at the Sphere in Vegas. Hear how we didn't really get married and waited 3 hours for a possible Bruno Mars sighting. It's been awhile but we're back again. 

]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:38:18 -0400 James and Jess James and Jess 2696 We roll the dice in this episode and take a spin back to the 1990s at the Sphere in Vegas. Hear how we didn't really get married and waited 3 hours for a possible Bruno Mars sighting. It's been awhile but we're back again. 

]]> leisure, travel, adventure, relationships No Annecy Part 2: Paragliding & Proposal 7 7 Annecy Part 2: Paragliding & Proposal full b3f58553-cf70-4bba-8b04-ce64758322c9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b4066e85 Some trips change your plans. Others change your life. ✨💍

Annecy Part 2 is where adventure meets romance. From long bike rides around the lake to paragliding off a mountain and floating high above Lake Annecy… this episode takes a turn straight into the heart. 🏔️🪂💙
And somewhere between the adrenaline and the views, James asks a very important question.


🎙️ In this episode of Connections & Carryons, we share why Annecy became more than just a destination, and how it became the beginning of our married life together.


Select the link in our bio to listen, swoon a little, and come along for the ride. ✈️❤️

]]> Some trips change your plans. Others change your life. ✨💍

Annecy Part 2 is where adventure meets romance. From long bike rides around the lake to paragliding off a mountain and floating high above Lake Annecy… this episode takes a turn straight into the heart. 🏔️🪂💙
And somewhere between the adrenaline and the views, James asks a very important question.


🎙️ In this episode of Connections & Carryons, we share why Annecy became more than just a destination, and how it became the beginning of our married life together.


Select the link in our bio to listen, swoon a little, and come along for the ride. ✈️❤️

]]> Mon, 05 Jan 2026 12:30:00 -0500 James and Jess James and Jess 2889 Some trips change your plans. Others change your life. ✨💍

Annecy Part 2 is where adventure meets romance. From long bike rides around the lake to paragliding off a mountain and floating high above Lake Annecy… this episode takes a turn straight into the heart. 🏔️🪂💙
And somewhere between the adrenaline and the views, James asks a very important question.


🎙️ In this episode of Connections & Carryons, we share why Annecy became more than just a destination, and how it became the beginning of our married life together.


Select the link in our bio to listen, swoon a little, and come along for the ride. ✈️❤️

]]> leisure, travel, adventure, relationships Yes Annecy, France: Part 1 6 6 Annecy, France: Part 1 full a2f02e1d-906a-4c8c-b282-65436ccc5c8c https://share.transistor.fm/s/85955746 Welcome to Part 1 of our Annecy series, where we discover why this lakeside gem has become our #1 pick for a future retirement escape. We wander the canals of the old town, savor Alpine classics like raclette and fondue, and find ourselves swept up in a surprise festival filled with alpine animals and outdoor activities.

Join us as we fall hard for Annecy’s charm, flavor, and unexpected magic.

]]> Welcome to Part 1 of our Annecy series, where we discover why this lakeside gem has become our #1 pick for a future retirement escape. We wander the canals of the old town, savor Alpine classics like raclette and fondue, and find ourselves swept up in a surprise festival filled with alpine animals and outdoor activities.

Join us as we fall hard for Annecy’s charm, flavor, and unexpected magic.

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 22:53:18 -0500 James and Jess James and Jess 2303 Welcome to Part 1 of our Annecy series, where we discover why this lakeside gem has become our #1 pick for a future retirement escape. We wander the canals of the old town, savor Alpine classics like raclette and fondue, and find ourselves swept up in a surprise festival filled with alpine animals and outdoor activities.

Join us as we fall hard for Annecy’s charm, flavor, and unexpected magic.

]]> Travel, France, Annecy, Retirement Yes London Part 2 - The Foodie Tour 5 5 London Part 2 - The Foodie Tour full 28f3620b-7f55-4aca-9295-0e493343bf0b https://share.transistor.fm/s/df28e1c3 London gave us everything—from Sunday roasts to fever-dream pasta palaces. 🇬🇧✨
This week we’re spilling the tea on The Hereford Arms, the wild interior of Ave Mario, the magic of Dishoom, and why Flat Iron has us dreaming about steak… and ice cream.
Ready to wander (and eat) with us? 🎧👇 Tap to listen!

]]> London gave us everything—from Sunday roasts to fever-dream pasta palaces. 🇬🇧✨
This week we’re spilling the tea on The Hereford Arms, the wild interior of Ave Mario, the magic of Dishoom, and why Flat Iron has us dreaming about steak… and ice cream.
Ready to wander (and eat) with us? 🎧👇 Tap to listen!

]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:23:44 -0500 James and Jess James and Jess 1728 London gave us everything—from Sunday roasts to fever-dream pasta palaces. 🇬🇧✨
This week we’re spilling the tea on The Hereford Arms, the wild interior of Ave Mario, the magic of Dishoom, and why Flat Iron has us dreaming about steak… and ice cream.
Ready to wander (and eat) with us? 🎧👇 Tap to listen!

]]> leisure, travel, adventure, relationships Yes London Calling - Part 1 4 4 London Calling - Part 1 full a707ca96-686f-47c7-9649-c07e6f67f85d https://share.transistor.fm/s/8455c8b9 Join us on part 1 of our London trip where we go back to the 90s, get recruited to become a potential traitor, and take in the fall vibes around the city. 

]]> Join us on part 1 of our London trip where we go back to the 90s, get recruited to become a potential traitor, and take in the fall vibes around the city. 

]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:55:42 -0500 James and Jess James and Jess 2511 Join us on part 1 of our London trip where we go back to the 90s, get recruited to become a potential traitor, and take in the fall vibes around the city. 

]]> leisure, travel, adventure, relationships No The Ohio Reunion 3 3 The Ohio Reunion full d976459d-58ef-47f9-9d45-4aa55879f0da https://share.transistor.fm/s/a98c1ae2 It's a reunion many years in the works. Join us as we discover dairy farms, a walk through the history of the US Air Force, and our search for Dave Chapelle in Yellow Springs so Jess can yell "What?!" at him. Join us as we make our way through my high school stomping grounds that is Dayton, Ohio. 

]]> It's a reunion many years in the works. Join us as we discover dairy farms, a walk through the history of the US Air Force, and our search for Dave Chapelle in Yellow Springs so Jess can yell "What?!" at him. Join us as we make our way through my high school stomping grounds that is Dayton, Ohio. 

]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2025 01:30:34 -0400 James and Jess James and Jess 2088 It's a reunion many years in the works. Join us as we discover dairy farms, a walk through the history of the US Air Force, and our search for Dave Chapelle in Yellow Springs so Jess can yell "What?!" at him. Join us as we make our way through my high school stomping grounds that is Dayton, Ohio. 

]]> Ohio, reunion, travel, retired travel No Adventures In Chicago 2 2 Adventures In Chicago full e139b7dc-d6ad-4423-af66-84859bb067c8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e5107d2 Join us on our adventure around Chicago where we sing Oasis songs, discover bike trails, 3 Dots & a Dash, and a late night trip to Chicago emergency rooms. 

]]> Join us on our adventure around Chicago where we sing Oasis songs, discover bike trails, 3 Dots & a Dash, and a late night trip to Chicago emergency rooms. 

]]> Fri, 26 Sep 2025 22:02:45 -0400 James and Jess James and Jess 2373 Join us on our adventure around Chicago where we sing Oasis songs, discover bike trails, 3 Dots & a Dash, and a late night trip to Chicago emergency rooms. 

]]> leisure, travel, retired travel, adventure No Now Departing 1 1 Now Departing full 8a29f224-f531-4c95-b8b5-1dd4988a7874 https://share.transistor.fm/s/da8534cd Welcome to Connections + Carry-ons! We’re excited and grateful to have you on board as our podcast takes flight. 


In this inaugural episode, we invite you to tag along from the very beginning of this expedition we’re embarking on. We share the why behind this journey we’re taking, the meaning behind the podcast’s name, and a peek behind the curtains of what’s to come. 


Join James and Jess on this adventure of a lifetime. Episode One: Now Departing 🛫

]]> Welcome to Connections + Carry-ons! We’re excited and grateful to have you on board as our podcast takes flight. 


In this inaugural episode, we invite you to tag along from the very beginning of this expedition we’re embarking on. We share the why behind this journey we’re taking, the meaning behind the podcast’s name, and a peek behind the curtains of what’s to come. 


Join James and Jess on this adventure of a lifetime. Episode One: Now Departing 🛫

]]> Mon, 15 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0400 James and Jess James and Jess 1557 Welcome to Connections + Carry-ons! We’re excited and grateful to have you on board as our podcast takes flight. 


In this inaugural episode, we invite you to tag along from the very beginning of this expedition we’re embarking on. We share the why behind this journey we’re taking, the meaning behind the podcast’s name, and a peek behind the curtains of what’s to come. 


Join James and Jess on this adventure of a lifetime. Episode One: Now Departing 🛫

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