Travel Education – Revolutionizing Your Journey

Jay Yoder: The Teacher Who Teaches Life Through Travel (Ep. 56)

By BoldlyGo | January 8, 2025

What happens when you combine education, travel, and comedy?

In this episode of the Revolutionizing Your Journey podcast, host DeAndre Coke sits down with Jay Yoder, a dynamic teacher and comedian who is transforming the classroom experience. You may know Jay as the mastermind behind the viral video on our BoldlyGo Instagram profile, which garnered over 6.6 million views, 400,000 likes, and nearly 2,000 comments.

Jay shares how he empowers his students by assigning them to plan trips to Spanish-speaking countries, a project that blends cultural immersion, budgeting, and real-world problem-solving. This hands-on approach helps students acquire critical skills while fostering creativity and teamwork. Jay also opens up about his journey into comedy during the pandemic, his belief in experiential learning, and the unique travel adventures he has shared with his family.

From teaching financial literacy through trip planning to uncovering budget travel gems, Jay provides valuable insights into the life-changing potential of travel education. Whether it’s about empowering kids, connecting with culture, or creating unforgettable memories, Jay’s approach offers inspiration for anyone passionate about travel and personal growth.

Tune in to hear Jay’s inspiring story and discover how travel can revolutionize education and life alike.

Key Highlights:

Travel-Infused Education: Jay Yoder integrates travel, education, and humor to inspire students.
Hands-On Learning: Experiential projects help students acquire real-world skills.
Cultural Immersion: Language learning thrives with real-life cultural experiences.
Travel Budgeting: Students learn financial literacy by managing trip budgets.
Comedy as Connection: Jay embraced comedy during the pandemic to engage others.
Empowering Students: Teaching travel planning helps kids develop independence.
Teamwork and Creativity: Travel projects encourage collaboration and innovation.
Technology in Planning: Digital tools enhance trip organization and logistics.
Family Adventures: Traveling with family creates lasting bonds and lessons.