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Tech, Travel, and Twang!

Hosted by Destination Innovate · business · EN-US

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Come for the thoughts, stay for the tea. The co-founders of Destination Innovate, Jennifer Barbee and Kristen Cruz brew up the latest industry tea every Tuesday - diving into simmering issues, hot trends, and special guests. Grab a cup and let’s spill the tea!

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What is Tech, Travel, and Twang! about?

Come for the thoughts, stay for the tea. The co-founders of Destination Innovate, Jennifer Barbee and Kristen Cruz brew up the latest industry tea every Tuesday - diving into simmering issues, hot trends, and special guests. Grab a cup and let’s spill the tea!

Who hosts Tech, Travel, and Twang!?

Tech, Travel, and Twang! is hosted by Destination Innovate. The show has published 35 episodes to date.

What has Tech, Travel, and Twang! covered recently?

Recent episodes include "2025: The Wellness Travel Era" (19 November 2024, 23 minutes), "Happy Election Day! Tourism in an Election Year" (5 November 2024, 15 minutes), and "Meetings on the Rise: Navigating Demand and Innovation in Event Planning" (29 October 2024, 31 minutes).

How often does Tech, Travel, and Twang! publish?

Tech, Travel, and Twang! publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 35 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Tech, Travel, and Twang!?

Booking probability for Tech, Travel, and Twang! is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Tech, Travel, and Twang! requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Tech, Travel, and Twang!'s contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Tech, Travel, and Twang!?

The strongest fits for Tech, Travel, and Twang! are Travel Agencies & Tours and Hotels & Lodging. Tech, Travel, and Twang! has a business audience.

About the host

Destination Innovate hosts Tech, Travel, and Twang!, a business podcast with 35 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #7

    2025: The Wellness Travel Era

    Nov 19, 202423 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Can wellness travel redefine how we experience our holidays? Join us on Tech, Travel and Twang as we explore the transformative trends shaping wellness tourism, promising not just relaxation but...

  • Episode #6

    Happy Election Day! Tourism in an Election Year

    Nov 5, 202415 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Is TikTok the new frontier in political influence? Jenn Barbee and Kristen Cruz unravel the unexpected events of Election Day 2024, including the peculiar incident of Puerto Rico being the target...

  • Episode #5

    Meetings on the Rise: Navigating Demand and Innovation in Event Planning

    Oct 29, 202431 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Discover how the meetings industry is not only rebounding but thriving, as chat about Kristen's experience at the Texas Travel Alliance's 39th Annual Texas Travel Summit. Together, we uncover the...

  • Episode #4

    DestiCon: Innovation Academy - Investing in Growth & Professional Development

    Oct 15, 20248 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Is professional development an optional add-on, or should it be a non-negotiable part of our careers? Join Kristen Cruz and me as we unpack this compelling question in our latest episode of Tech...

  • Episode #3

    Building Destination Buzz: Seasonal Events, Social Media, & Community Inclusion

    Sep 24, 202432 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Ready to discover the secrets of holiday travel in the oldest town in Texas? Join us on Tech Travel and Twang as we welcome Ashley Morgan, the Executive Director of Visit Nacogdoches. Ashley...

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  • Episode #2

    Don't Miss the Mark: The LGBTQ+ Community's Impact on Tourism

    Sep 17, 202431 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Can a simple "happiness list" transform your career? Rachel Covello's journey from corporate sales to becoming a pivotal figure in LGBTQ tourism proves it can. Join us for an inspiring...

  • Episode #1

    Women Leading the Way: Tech, Travel, and Transformative Journeys

    Sep 10, 202453 minS3

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Ever wondered how leaders in tech and travel navigate their careers while pushing for gender parity? Join us in this fascinating episode where we sit down with Vered Schwarz, President and COO of...

  • Tech, Travel, and Twang!

    Tuesday Tea # 10 | You Asked For It! Part 3

    Sep 3, 202415 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Is your Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) ready to navigate the maze of digital marketing in 2023 and beyond? Today, Kristen Cruz and Jenn Barbee, uncover the key strategies that DMOs need...

  • Tech, Travel, and Twang!

    Tuesday Tea #9 | You Asked For It! Part 2

    Aug 27, 202415 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Are DMOs missing the mark by not adopting booking engines earlier? Find out as we sit down with Jenn Barbee and Kristen Cruz in this week's episode of Tech Travel and Twang's Tuesday Tea. We...

  • Tech, Travel, and Twang!

    Tuesday Tea #8 | You Asked for It! Part 1

    Aug 20, 202419 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Ever wondered how to breathe new life into a stagnant board? In our riveting first installment of You Asked For It!, Kristen Cruz and I, Jenn Barbee, promise to enlighten you with actionable...

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    Tuesday Tea #7 | Transforming Destination Marketing: Collaboration Over Competition

    Aug 13, 202428 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>What if the key to thriving cities lies in collaboration rather than competition? In this Tuesday Tea episode of Tech Travel and Twang, we revisit the heart and soul of our family business...

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    Tuesday Tea #6 | Keeping It Real: In Life & In Destination Marketing

    Aug 6, 202423 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>How can destination podcasts remain captivating in a rapidly changing travel industry? Join us as we sit down with Jenn Barbee, the Chief Detsruptor at Destination Innovate, and Kristen Cruz, the...

  • Tech, Travel, and Twang!

    Tuesday Tea Ep. #5 | Foodie Journeys and Financing Your Next Vacation

    Jul 30, 202433 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>How does the passage of time transform our travel experiences, especially in an age of evolving educational schedules and technological shifts? Join us on Tech Travel and Twang for an insightful...

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    Tuesday Tea Ep. #4 | Evolving Travel Trends: From Quiet Getaways to Viral Ads

    Jul 2, 202430 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Can a tourism commercial make you laugh out loud and book a flight? Tune into this episode of Tech Travel and Twang where Jenn and Kristen are back with their Tuesday Tea segment, sharing weekend...

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    Tuesday Tea Ep. #3 | Creating Community-Driven Startup DMOs

    Jun 25, 202437 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>What does it take to build a thriving tourism hub in a small, heritage-rich community? Join our conversation with Mark Shore, CEO of Visit Bath County, Virginia, as he unveils the unique journey...

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    Tuesday Tea Ep. #2 | Bringing the Online Travel Experience to Real Life

    Jun 11, 202444 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Ever wondered how a simple weekend trip can transform into a gastronomic adventure? Join us as Kristen recounts her meticulously planned couple's getaway to Dallas, filled with delicious meals...

  • Tech, Travel, and Twang!

    Tuesday Tea Ep. #1 | Magnesium Water and Maximizing the Individual Experience

    Jun 4, 202432 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Discover the transformative power of wellness tourism and its impact on mental health to kickoff our Tuesday Tea series! We'll share our personal wellness routines, from sipping magnesium water...

  • Tech, Travel, and Twang!

    Monday Momentum Ep. #5 | WTAF: What's the Actual Future

    Apr 22, 202458 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Embark on a journey through the vibrant intersection of travel, technology, and innovation as we uncover the secrets to thriving in the constantly evolving landscape of hospitality. I draw from a...

  • Tech, Travel, and Twang!

    Monday Momentum Ep. #4 | Risk vs Reward AI Edition

    Apr 15, 202435 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Strap in as we navigate the cutting-edge intersection where AI meets destination marketing, reshaping the travel industry's landscape. We'll unpack the hesitation behind adopting AI, now melting...

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    Monday Momentum Ep. #3 | The Future of Destination Marketing with John Flanagan

    Apr 1, 202417 minS0

    <p>Send us a text</p><p>Discover how Destination Marketing Organizations are stepping into the future with Amplify's John Flanagan as our Monday Momentum ignites a discussion that could redefine your next adventure...

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