Across New Skies captures the raw, funny, and unforgettable stories of Native travelers leaving home soil for the first time. From airports to oceans, each journey is a reflection of identity, memory, and bold first steps.
In this episode of Across New Skies, Jessica sits down with her cousin Amerie to revisit her very first experience abroad. At just 14 years old, Amerie left for a study program in Seville, Spain—an adventure that came with challenges no one could have predicted. Her story weaves together the excitement of independence, the struggles of being far from home, and the resilience it takes to adapt when nothing goes as planned. Now in her 20s, Amerie looks back with fresh perspective on a journey t...
19 Jun 2025
Jessica Goes To Iceland
Host Jessica recounts her transformative first international trip to Iceland in December 2017, revealing how the impulsive adventure fostered a newfound sense of freedom, interviewed by Juan Ysaguirre.
13 Jun 2025
Marissa Goes To Japan
Marissa shares her first international adventure to Japan, discussing navigating Tokyo, adjusting to culture shock, and finding joy in unexpected places.
29 May 2025
Layover Lounge One (1)
Host Jessica explores the technical and logistical aspects of international travel, such as passports and baggage, offering listeners a helpful refresher.
22 May 2025
Sharon Goes To Israel
In this episode of Across New Skies, Sharon shares her joyful, unpredictable, and sometimes nerve-wracking first trip overseas to Israel. From airport surprises to unexpected challenges on the ground, her story is filled with warmth, humor, and that unstoppable love for new experiences. She talks about what it felt like to face her fear of heights on a mountain lift, and the moments that reminded her why she loves saying yes to the journey, even when it doesn’t go according to plan. Sharon in...
15 May 2025
Monte Goes to New Zealand
In this episode of Across New Skies, Monte shares the story of his first trip overseas to visit a friend in New Zealand. What starts as a simple journey quickly unfolds into something deeper—facing the fear of flying over the ocean, being welcomed into someone else’s home, and finding unexpected reminders of his own family and upbringing. Outside of travel, Monte is known for his work in the film world. He’s served as the director of the International Horror & Sci-Fi Film Festival, which ...
8 May 2025
Juan Goes to London and Dublin
In this episode of Across New Skies, Juan shares the story of his first trip overseas. He and his wife traveled to London and Dublin. Their fun adventure turned into an experience that taught Juan a lot about himself. He reflects on what it meant to be seen simply as “American” abroad, and how that contrasted with his deep identity as a member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe. From being a wide-eyed tourist to having an emotional moment at Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin, Juan’s story is full of thoughtfu...
1 May 2025
Rae Goes to India
Welcome to the very first episode of Across New Skies. A podcast where Native stories take flight. In this debut episode, Jessica sits down with Rae, who shares the story of her first trip overseas to India. From booking flights and battling airports... to experiencing joy in a different culture. Rae opens up about what it meant to carry her Native identity across the world. It’s honest, funny, reflective and the perfect way to kick off the journey. Got thoughts or want to share your own stor...
22 Apr 2025
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Welcome to Across New Skies, a podcast where Native voices share their most unforgettable stories of traveling overseas for the first time—leaving behind the lands they’ve always known.... for something unknown. Each episode brings you personal, heartfelt accounts from Native travelers, offering a mix of humor, vulnerability, and a hint of culture. From discovering new places to dealing with homesickness, the journey is just as much about the emotions, memories, and lessons learned alon...
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