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Erika Ebsworth-Goold

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  • Writer, Freelance
  • Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives, Washington University
St. Louis
As seen in: MSN, Yahoo Life, BBC, BBC Travel, Business Insider, Yahoo Canada, Yahoo News, Yahoo News Malaysia, Aol, National Geographic Traveler and
Covers:  Travel, lifestyle, culture, adventure vacations, parenting
Wife, mom, messenger, marathoner

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Erika Ebsworth-Goold’s Biography

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Erika is a two-time Emmy-award winning Mizzou-made former TV journalist now focused on travel, lifestyle, culture and parenting. She's been commissioned by leading outlets including the BBC, National Geographic, Fodor's, Travel and Leisure, Matador Network, Midwest Living, Business Insider, and the New Zealand Herald.

Erika is a proud member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association, the Society of American Travel Writers, and the Midwest Travel Journalists Association. Find more of her work a…

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How to enjoy five days on Route 66 in Missouri - Wanderlust

How to enjoy five days on Route 66 in Missouri - Wanderlust

Experience absolute freedom while cruising along Missouri's scenic portion of Route 66 with this 5-day itiner…

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My son is heading to college in the fall, and he's behaving worse than ever. I finally understand...

My son is heading to college in the fall, and he's behaving worse than ever. I finally understand...

The writer's son is college-bound, but he's acting out this summer. He seems to be pulling away and only want…

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This Banned Drink Is Making a Comeback

This Banned Drink Is Making a Comeback

The beloved but banned Colombian beverage is making a comeback in the capital city of Bogota.

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How you travel solo as a mother, without feeling guilty

How you travel solo as a mother, without feeling guilty

Who says you can't have children and travel solo too? Independent travel can be healthy for your family unit,…

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This Travel Hack Lets You See the Iconic Tulip Fields of the Netherlands Without the Crowds

This Travel Hack Lets You See the Iconic Tulip Fields of the Netherlands Without the Crowds

Experience the picturesque tulip fields in the Netherlands without the masses with this one insider tip.

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Heading for a break-up? Consider swapping couples therapy for a last-chance retreat

Heading for a break-up? Consider swapping couples therapy for a last-chance retreat

More and more people are taking a trip to save their relationship . It's true that travelling together can te…

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Yes, the Midwest is Home to Excellent Omakase—Here are 10 Spots to Experience It

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By Erika Ebsworth-Goold Verified
| Midwest Living Verified
Watch the chef prepare fresh cuts of fish at 1033 Omakase in Milwaukee. Credit: John Cizmas Omakase translates to “I’ll leave it up to you” and that’s precisely what takes place during these high-end, multi-course meals. The chef decides the menu, sans substitutions, using the freshest fish available. It’s pricey and plays to curious palates, but at these Midwestern omakase spots, the culinary trust fall is well worth your time and money.
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chef’s choice

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By Erika Ebsworth-Goold Verified
| Midwest Living Verified
CINCINNATI ROJI In omakase, a tasting-menu parade of sashimi and nigiri—and often creative interpretations of the two—is selected, cut, and served by the chef. Due to the curated and time-consuming nature of the meal, experiences are often limited to a smaller crowd. You have to be especially quick to snag a spot at Roji. Reservations at this tiny eight-seat sushi speakeasy open at 6 a.m. the day of each omakase service and sell out almost instantly.
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This Is the Best Seat on a Plane If Flying Makes You Nervous, According to Frequent Fliers and Aviation Experts Original

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| Travel + Leisure Verified
Experts say seats near the center of an aircraft experience less motion during turbulence because they are closest to the plane's center of gravity. Pilots actively avoid turbulence by changing altitude whenever possible, while aircraft are designed to safely withstand in-flight bumps. Mental health experts say understanding how turbulence works and choosing a middle-section seat can help reduce anxiety for nervous fliers.
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Interview

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What was your first job as a journalist?

At 15, I became a radio reporter and editor in the small Missouri town where I lived. I was hooked.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Nope!

What does it mean to be a journalist?

It means listening--very carefully--instead of speaking.