A Facetious Guide
Join Shawn Basey on A Facetious Guide, where the world is his classroom and every adventure is a lesson in both travel and entrepreneurship. As a globetrotting dad, Shawn mixes humor with wisdom, sharing candid stories and expert advice on navigating the globe with his kid in tow. From the bustling streets of Brussels to the serene beaches of the Mediterranean, and the hustle that’s following his stay-at-home dad phase as a writer, this podcast is your passport to global escapades and entrepreneurial insights. Tune in for tips, tricks, and tales from the front lines of fatherhood and beyond.
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Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Moving out of a city and leaving your old life is always a challenge, especially when kids are involved. The dadblogger Saint Facetious discusses the weird ways Belgians take up moving, the stress on the kid, learning languages, and more! Read more on the blog.
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Now that I'm leaving Brussels, it's time to have a look at the two European cities I've spent the longest and make unrealistic comparisons about them! Here's a quick brief. Listen here or read it on www.saintfacetious.com.
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Dealing with a tantrum while traveling? You're not alone! In this podcast, I share my experiences and some helpful tips on how I handle tantrums while traveling. Let's navigate through those tough times together. Listen now and make your travels smoother! Read the blog: Dealing with Tantrums on Travels
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
This week's podcast takes us to Bastogne, site of the Battle of the Bulge! We share our intense experience visiting the 101st Airborne Museum, a powerful tribute to WWII soldiers. We explore the exhibits and discuss what makes this museum a must-see. We even tried to catch a glimpse of the legendary King Cobra Sherman tank! Tune in to hear our story. Want the full scoop? Read the blog: The Bombs of Bastogne
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Come along as we go troll hunting in Belgium! This video takes you to Trollenbos, a magical forest filled with giant trolls, perfect for sparking your imaginations. Some tips for visiting, the stories behind the trolls, and value of "Why?"! Be sure to visit the blog A Facetious Guide. #familytravel #kidfriendly #trolls #belgium #travelwithkids #adventure
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Discover the hilarious pitfalls of traveling through Istanbul Airport with a toddler. From labyrinthine layouts to strategically placed playgrounds, this airport is a masterclass in travel frustration. Learn how we survived (and even found a silver lining). Visit the blog for more!
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
From battling sleep on planes to my son looking for the sun in gloomy Brussels, I'll maybe leave you armed with a few tips to survive your next global adventure. Check out the blog at Jet Lag Blues and sign up on the newsletter to find out when my upcoming book, A Facetious Guide to Traveling with a Kid is out: Subscribe | A Facetious Guide
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Welcome to A Facetious Guide, where we dive deep into the hilarious and often chaotic world of family travel. In this episode: the top 10 things to do in Colorado with kids during the winter, as featured in our latest blog post on www.saintfacetious.com. Subscribe now for a dose of travel inspiration and laughter!
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Travel can be a delightful and educational experience for parents and kids. Tune in to discover the joy of slow travel. For the coloring book, click here. For the Brussels audio guide, click here.