About Chad Gallivanter

I'm Chad Gallivanter, a former broadcast journalist and current full-time video producer. If you're looking for informative travel podcasts that won't waste your time, you've come to the right place! My content is created for the smart traveler who values facts and research, in addition to intelligent opinion and commentary. This podcast is dedicated to offering tips, tricks and secrets to help you plan your next vacation while providing historic background and context on the places featured.

I live in Central Florida with my wife Abby. We’re proud parents to Pinkerton, a tuxedo cat. New podcasts are released every week. I'd love to have you subscribe and hear your feedback in the comments!

Other things you might want to know:

  • Professional video storyteller for my 9 to 5. My life on YouTube is a passion project.

  • Recovering journo. Spent the early part of my career in broadcast news working in the Knoxville, Phoenix, Daytona Beach and Miami markets.

  • Our boy Leo, a six-toed polydactyl (Hemingway) cat, sadly passed away in April 2025.

  • Cold weather hater. You’ll usually find me in Florida wearing shorts and a pair of OluKais.

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