Listen "Emily Ross - "Avoid Shark Bites & Other Travel Tips""
Episode Synopsis
In this gripping episode of Sticky Note Conversations, Erika Washington interviews her longtime friend Emily Ross about her harrowing experience of being bitten by a shark. Emily shares vivid details of the attack, the immediate aftermath, and her road to recovery. They also discuss Emily's adventurous life as a world traveler, the challenges of remote work, and the impact of gentrification in popular destinations. Tune in to hear this incredible story of survival, resilience, and reflection.
(00:00) - Introduction to Sticky Note Conversations
(00:43) - Meet Emily Ross: Shark Bite Survivor
(02:55) - The Shark Attack Story Begins
(08:34) - The Aftermath and Rescue
(16:28) - Hospital and Recovery
(24:31) - Reflections and Future Challenges
(26:55) - Life After the Shark Attack
(27:44) - Career Challenges and Adaptations
(28:17) - Reflections on Adventure and Risk
(29:37) - Travel Safety and Tragic Incidents
(33:39) - The Reality of Digital Nomad Life
(38:38) - Navigating Privilege and Cultural Differences
(45:09) - Ethical Digital Nomad Practices
(56:24) - The American Dream and Global Perspectives
(58:51) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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