OBSESSED WITH
By: Kim & Erran
Language: en
Categories: Society, Culture, Places, Travel, Relationships, Business, Entrepreneurship
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 lifeNavigating big transitions, relationships, and marriageTrying to figure out if kids fit into the picture—especially when you're in your 40s like us—its such a HUGE decisionUnapologetically Create a life of freedom on your OWN TERMS.And how to juggle...
Episodes
Why We Do Travel Differently + 2026 In Real Life Community Vibes + Our Move From Florida To
Jan 08, 2026Send us a text
In this episode, we reflect on why in-person experiences matter more than ever and how our most meaningful memories are almost never about what we did — but who we shared them with.
We talk about a personal trip we took years ago that changed everything for us- one where we honestly just wanted to do our own thing and didn’t even want to be around anyone else, but somehow ended up feeling deeply connected and like a family by the end.
We also share why Travsessed has always been...
Duration: 00:56:24The Challenges of Transitioning From Full Time.....
Dec 18, 2025Send us a text
In this episode, we catch you up on our big move and what it’s been like adjusting to life in a mini mansion. LOL!!
We also dive into something we don’t hear talked about enough — the transition from travel life to full-time life.
Making that shift is very different than going from full-time to travel, and it can feel very challenging. A lot of travelers struggle with this decision: Do you trade freedom for stability? Take a big pay cut? Walk away from the flexibility and cash flow yo...
Duration: 00:47:52Change Of Plan + 40th Birthday Plans + Travel Life Tips For Packing & Moving
Dec 04, 2025Send us a text
In this episode, we do a quick Thanksgiving recap — how we stayed up until 3am, ended up hungover on Thanksgiving, but also how it was the best day to be hungover.
We chat about potential plans for Kim's 40th birthday (and how we still can’t make a decision), plus the fact that we don’t have any big trips until June. That’s the longest we’ve been in one place in forever — but once June hits, we’re off to the races with Travsessed trips planned almost every month.
We’re also...
Duration: 00:56:34Vail Recap- 15 Year Wedding Anniversary + Not Our Usual Type Of Trip + Our Favorite Perk Of Travel Life
Nov 20, 2025Send us a text
In this episode we’re recapping our 15th wedding anniversary in Vail — We drank and ate until we puked (lol), relaxed, and totally disconnected. We’re sharing all the Vail highlights, our takeaways, and our must-do’s.
We also talk about how this weekend isn’t usually our style of travel, but how amazing it felt to slow down and just be. We’re not always great at doing nothing — we love being active and on the go — but this weekend showed us that we really do need more slow, relaxing getaways sprinkl...
Duration: 00:54:21Let's Catch Up: Leaving Colorado + Moving Our Stuff From Florida + Possibly Taking A New Contract......
Nov 13, 2025Send us a text
The last couple of weeks have been an emotional and mental roller coaster for us. We had some big, unexpected curveballs thrown our way—and they brought a lot to the surface while giving us major clarity on a few things we’ve been sitting with.
In this episode, we’re having a fun little catch-up session. It’s been a minute, we’ve missed you, and we have so much to fill you in on.
We’ve been travelers for 14 years, so we’re no strangers to uncertainty, pivots, and pl...
Duration: 01:06:10Listener Q’s: Digital Nomad Dreams, Online Biz Real Talk & the Truth Behind Building Travsessed
Oct 16, 2025Send us a text
We’re diving into listener "Fan Mail" questions around what it actually takes to become a digital nomad, build an online business from scratch and how to stay motivated when you’re wondering, “Am I wasting my time?”
Also how do you juggle working full time and building your business and all the other life things at the same time????
We share our honest take on what it really takes to build something from scratch. The truth is—it’s not for everyone. There are a lot of hard choices, sac...
Duration: 01:28:46Behind The Scenes of Our Colorado Camping Adventure + Figuring Out Where We Want To Live & Other Life Things
Oct 09, 2025Send us a text
This week we’re sharing all about our very first solo camping trip in Colorado—and let’s just say… we learned a lot (including plenty of what not to do 😂).
We really want to be tent-camping people—but we’re still not 100% sold. Tune in for some funny stories from the trip, plus a bigger conversation about where we want to live, why we believe you can create a life anywhere you want, and how that mindset shaped our decision not to have kids—choosing instead to invest our time and mone...
Duration: 00:50:40Let's Talk About Oaxaca + No Travel for the next SIX MONTHS + Other Life Things
Sep 25, 2025Send us a text
In this episode, we’re recapping our Travsessed Oaxaca trip—sharing funny stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and some real insights from the adventure.
This was actually our last trip of the year, and we won’t be boarding another plane for six months… which for us feels wild. Will we actually make it that long?
We’re genuinely excited to be settled for a bit—it’s the first time in years we’ve had this much time in one place.
Of course, that doesn’t mean thin...
Duration: 00:42:30Colorado Updates: Our Weekend in Breckenridge + Hiking 14ers.
Aug 21, 2025Send us a text
In this episode we talk about our updated plan for staying in Colorado + we get into our weekend in Breckenridge, hiking 14ers and how they are a metaphor for life.
Enjoy:)
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We handle all the planning, so you can show up, have fun, and make unforgettable memories with like-minded adventurers.
Our small-group trips are packed...
Peru Unplugged: Behind The Scenes + Final Night Shenanigans & Our Longest Travel Day EVER!!
Aug 07, 2025Send us a text
We’re back from Peru and this episode is a full behind-the-scenes debrief! We are sharing all the funny/crazy stories from the trip! From our wildest final night to how we really felt about drinking again… plus the longest travel day we’ve ever had. It was one for the books.
Tune in for laughs, reflections, and all the juicy details.
The first ever Travsessed Weekend Trip is launching tomorrow 8/6. California Wine Country!
Dm us @kimanderrang on IG with any questions.
Mexico trip details
Healt...
Duration: 01:07:40"I Found Out About Our Engagement Because I Was Snooping" - Withholding Info vs Lying, Trust & Other Relationship Things
Jul 24, 2025Send us a text
This episode starts with one card from our Travsessed Afterwork Deck... and takes a wild turn from there.
We dive into the question: Is finding the right person about timing or effort? We open up about the early days of our relationship—when the timing was very off, but Erran’s effort made all the difference.
We share our (very different) takes on soulmates, what it really takes to build trust, and whether withholding information is the same as lying. Plus, we g...
Duration: 01:21:33Heading to Peru + Thoughts On Alcohol & Sober Life + Results of Our "56 Medium" Challenge.
Jul 17, 2025Send us a text
We’re leaving for Peru tomorrow to host our 5th Travsessed Peru trip, and in this episode, we’re sharing what’s on our minds before we go. We talk about the vision behind Travsessed Adventures and what we’ve learned after 3 years of running Travsessed—especially how we continue to improve each trip every time.
We also get into how we’re feeling about drinking alcohol after 50+ days alcohol-free, and some of the thoughts and concerns we’re having going into this trip.
Plus, we sha...
Duration: 01:18:51First Week Of Work Recap + One Thing We've Implemented that has been a game changer in our life/relationship + Real talk on sex, intimacy & being on different pages
Jul 10, 2025Send us a text
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 has completely changed the game for our relationship, goals, communication, and overall con...
Duration: 01:16:38"You Weren’t Like This When We Were Dating": Dating Vs Marriage, False Advertisement & Bait & Switch Energy
Jul 03, 2025Send us a text
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 their true selves while dating to seem more chill or ea...
Duration: 01:23:14Interviews, Going Back To Work & Big Work/Life/Partnership Transitions
Jun 12, 2025Send us a text
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 could change things. It’s a lot of transition, but we’re feeling good—and honestl...
Duration: 00:54:15Our Version of 75 Hard: Prioritizing Health, Hitting Goals, Figuring out What Actually Works and Staying on Track While Traveling
Jun 05, 2025Send us a text
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 stories and helpful tips we’ve picked up along the way.
En...
Duration: 01:22:47Real Talk: Bali Recap, Life Updates & Big Changes
May 29, 2025Send us a text
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 all over the place—in the best way.
So buckle up, hit play, and let’s catch up...
Duration: 01:01:06Kicking Off Travsessed Bali #5: Letting Go of Expectations, Personal Goals, and Navigating Partnership While Hosting Trips
May 01, 2025Send us a text
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're working to find balance in it all.
We reflect on what it's...
Duration: 00:54:51New Zealand Trip Recap & Life Updates!!
Apr 22, 2025Send us a text
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, have fun, and make unforgettable memories with like-minded adventurers.
Our small-group tr...
Travel Expectations vs. Reality: Getting Catfished, Sleeping With Vipers & Accidentally Spending 4K On A Hotel Room (oops)
Mar 20, 2025Send us a text
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 😅
💸 Almost paying $4K for a hotel by accident
Duration: 01:17:57
Flying Biz Class: Points, Perks & The Ultimate Singapore vs. Emirates Showdown!
Mar 18, 2025Send us a text
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, how to upgrade...
Duration: 01:17:33We Got Robbed?! Dealing with Stress, Setbacks & Life’s Unexpected Twists
Mar 13, 2025Send us a text
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 i...
Duration: 00:51:14How to Plan an EPIC Trip: Our Insider Tips for Crafting the Most Badass Itinerary!
Mar 11, 2025Send us a text
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 Adventures.
Our style? Off-the-beaten-path experiences, outdoor adventure, incredible food, and a mix of luxury + s...
Duration: 01:10:39Inside the Strike: Money, Prep, What To Expect & All The insider Tips!!
Mar 04, 2025Send us a text
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, insider tips, and real-life stories from working as a Sonographer and IR Tech on...
Duration: 01:20:22Contracts, Catching Flights & Life Updates: Working a Strike, Leaving Colorado & 3 Months of Travel
Feb 27, 2025Send us a text
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 goodbye to Colorado and about...
Duration: 01:03:4013 Years as Nomads: The One Thing We Were Missing (& Why We’re Craving Community)
Feb 25, 2025Send us a text
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’s hard to maintain and grow those frie...
Duration: 01:01:54Dream It, Create It: Chasing Joy And Creating The Life You Really Want.
Feb 20, 2025Send us a text
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 this game solo, with a friend, o...
Duration: 01:22:40Travel vs. Vacation: Finding Your Perfect Travel Style/Budget & Why Everyone Should Take a Life-Changing Long-Term Trip!
Feb 18, 2025Send us a text
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 sharing personal stories from our own long...
Duration: 00:59:23"Feeling Stuck? How to Get Clear, Break Free, Take Action & Create the Life You Want 🚀"
Feb 13, 2025Send us a text
"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 feeling trapped in jobs we didn’t love to questioning major life decisions...
Duration: 01:35:22"Group Travel vs. Solo Travel: Pros, Cons & Finding Your Perfect Travel Style 🌍✨"
Feb 11, 2025Send us a text
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.
🚀 What You’ll Get:
✅ The unexpected benefits of...
"Love, Marriage, and Big Crazy Dreams: Navigating Relationship Dynamics, Finding Common Ground, and Building a Life Together"
Feb 06, 2025Send us a text
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, and Erran, who was just worried about, you know, paying rent.
You’ll h...
Duration: 01:08:41Obsessed With Travel: Bali—Too Touristy or Still Magical? Insider Tips for the Real Experience"
Feb 04, 2025Send us a text
We are completely obsessed with Bali—this island holds our heart and soul! From the moment we first landed there 8 years ago, we were hooked. But with all the buzz, people often ask us: Is Bali overrun with influencers and tourists? Is it still worth it?
Spoiler alert: We’ve got a lot to say about this!
After a dozen visits and seeing how Bali has evolved, we’ve realized what makes this island truly special: the people, the culture, and the rich traditions that b...
Obsessed With Travel Tuesday: "Travel Insurance: The Safety Net You Didn’t Know You Needed (Until You Did!) – Hilarious Stories & Hard Lessons"
Feb 04, 2025Send us a text
We hope you enjoyed this wild episode because we’re spilling all the travel tea! From getting medevaced off Mount Everest to breaking into baggage claim (and almost getting arrested), we’re sharing our craziest travel mishaps and how travel insurance literally saved our butts—and our bank accounts.
We’re also dishing on the airline and airport you should never fly into (trust us on this one), how we survived losing our bags for months, and why travel insurance is worth every single cent. If you’ve ever wondered if you really...
Duration: 00:52:44"Kids or No Kids? Being Older Parents & Our Back-and-Forth Journey of Whether or Not We Can or "Should" add Little Travelers to Our Crazy Life?"
Feb 04, 2025Send us a text
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 that even look like with our crazy travel adventures?
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Duration: 01:07:47OBSESSED With Podcast Official Trailer: Overall Vibe & What You Can Expect:)!!
Jan 27, 2025Send us a text
Welcome to the Obsessed With podcast!!!
We are so excited that you are here!!!
In this episode:
>We give a quick intro of who we are...Kim & Erran :)
>What you can expect from the OBSESSED WITH podcast
>A little bit about our backstory
>The power of travel and how travel & getting out of your comfort zone can change your entire life
>Talking about all the relationship things
>Unapologetically creating a life on your terms
Come along as we share juicy & re...