A Conversation with Multi-media Travel Journalist, Dick Jordan

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If you don't know José Martí, his face is everywhere in Cuba. He even beats "Che" Guevara in public tributes (statues, etc).
If you don’t know José Martí, his face is everywhere in Cuba. He even beats “Che” Guevara in public tributes (statues, etc).

 

Join Correspondent, Tom Wilmer for a conversation with multi-media travel journalist, Dick Jordan. How did Jordan’s second career some about? Come along and discover how a two-week journey through the remote “Panhandle” of Southeast Alaska erased twenty-five years of failed attempts at becoming a published travel writer and launched Jordan’s multi-media endeavors.

LISTEN TO DICK JORDAN’S NPR PODCAST INTERVIEW

In addition to producing travel features for print publications, he’s also a prolific videographer for community based television stations, and producer and director of the documentary film, Cuba Libre. Host of the talestoldfromtheroad travel blog, Jordan has also carved a niche a prolific contributor to various social media platforms. Jordan also shares his personal insights about ways other travel journalists can benefit by using social media platforms such as Facebook to connect with potential readers and followers.
Stay tuned for Part 2– A Conversation with Dick Jordan: The “Death” of Print Travel Publications, Finding Inspirational Travel Stories, and America’s National Parks
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Walking Down the Grand Rue, Ribeauville, France (Dick Jordan Photo)
Walking Down the Grand Rue, Ribeauville, France (Dick Jordan Photo)
Lunch Swiss Style (Rosti with a Friend Egg Washed Down with Beer)
Lunch Swiss Style (Rosti with a Friend Egg Washed Down with Beer)

CDR Mural with People CMH LOC

Cruise Ship at Hilo Harbor. Photo Credit: Dick Jordan
Cruise Ship at Hilo Harbor. Photo Credit: Dick Jordan