Episodes

  • 19: Looking Back on Season 1

    19: Looking Back on Season 1
    Sep 14 2023
    In this episode of The Tourism Teacher, Andi expresses gratitude to the listeners and reflects on season one of the podcast. She discusses the various topics and guests covered, including convention and meeting sales, advocacy, community integration and the role of tour operators. She also shares personal stories about how she's seen the podcast help individuals in their tourism careers.

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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

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    7 mins
  • 18: Destination Boards of Directors with Bill Geist

    18: Destination Boards of Directors with Bill Geist
    Sep 7 2023
    Destination consultant and podcaster Bill Geist joins Andi on today’s episode to give a rundown on the role of a board of directors in a destination. Tune in for a crash course on who makes up the board and advice on working with your board as a DMO.

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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

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    41 mins
  • 17: Working with Journalists with Jeff Bogle

    17: Working with Journalists with Jeff Bogle
    Aug 31 2023
    What do DMOs need to know when working with travel writers and journalists? On today's episode of The Tourism Teacher, freelance writer Jeff Bogle talks to Andi about his experience as a travel writer. Tune in to see things from the journalist's perspective and get great advice on hosting travel writers in your DMO.

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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

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    51 mins
  • 16: PR for Destinations with Ivie Parker

    16: PR for Destinations with Ivie Parker
    Aug 24 2023
    In this episode of The Tourism Teacher, Andi sits down with Ivie Parker, a tourism PR expert and owner of Ivie Parker Consulting. They discuss everything a destination needs to know about PR including how to build relationships with agency partners and media outlets, as well as the importance of staying on top of the game when it comes to pop culture and media.

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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

    To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.
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    37 mins
  • 15: Building and Nurturing Stakeholder Relationships with Tami Reist

    15: Building and Nurturing Stakeholder Relationships with Tami Reist
    Aug 17 2023
    In this week’s episode of The Tourism Teacher, Andi is joined by Tami Reist, president and CEO of the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association. They break down the different types of stakeholders a destination may have including attractions, hotels and politicians. They dive into how each stakeholder interacts with a DMO, and what tourism professionals can do to ensure that tourism is a community-shared value.
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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

    To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.
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    25 mins
  • 14: Q&A with The Tourism Teacher

    14: Q&A with The Tourism Teacher
    Aug 10 2023
    On today's episode of The Tourism Teacher, Andi answers a few questions about the tourism industry sent in by her colleagues at Relic. Tune in for insight on why many DMOs wouldn’t want to be confused with the city government, how a destination can minimize negative perceptions by their locals and the top 3 tips for new hires at a destination.

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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

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    24 mins
  • 13: A Destinations International Annual Convention Recap with Adam Stoker

    13: A Destinations International Annual Convention Recap with Adam Stoker
    Jul 27 2023
    On today’s episode of The Tourism Teacher, Andi takes a field trip to the Destinations International Annual Convention in Dallas, Texas. She is joined by returning guest Adam Stoker to talk about what they have learned at the conference so far. Adam talks about his experience at a CDME class, and why he has decided to take a look at his leadership style in a new way. They also discuss the power of networking and how a return to in-person events has had a profound impact on the industry.

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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

    To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.
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    15 mins
  • 12: Social Media Mastery with Melea Hames

    12: Social Media Mastery with Melea Hames
    Jul 20 2023
    In this week’s episode of The Tourism Teacher, Andi is joined by Melea Hames, social media manager at Visit North Alabama, to talk about why maintaining a strong social media presence is so important for DMOs. Melea talks about how social media has changed over the 13 years she has been in her role and covers some of the basics you need to know to get started. Melea shares how her podcast, Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama, has been a valuable tool in connecting with tourists and stakeholders. Whether you are a tourism professional or simply passionate about the impact of social media on travel, this episode will equip you with everything you need to create a vibrant online presence for any destination.

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    The Tourism Teacher is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Andi Jaspersen and produced by Relic.

    To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast network and to listen to our other shows, please visit www.thedmpn.com. If you are interested in joining the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.
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    52 mins