In this episode of Rhythm & Roam, Benef, Paul, and Trecia sit down with award-winning TV director, documentary filmmaker, author, educator, and global storyteller Craig D. Forrest. Craig has produced, directed, or crewed stories in 111 countries and traveled to more than 160 countries across six continents.
From border crossings and failed productions to war zones, unexpected kindness, faith, filmmaking, and the realities that exist beyond headlines and social media, Craig shares what decades of global travel have taught him about people and the power of story.
Craig also discusses his work in documentary and television, including his time on the production team for The Amazing Race Season 14, his memoir Night Train to Cairo, and what it takes to sustain a creative life across cultures.
In this conversation, we explore:
What travel reveals that headlines often miss
The human connections that stay with you long after a trip ends
Lessons from filming and working across 111 countries
Travel, culture, faith, risk, and representation
How storytellers can portray people and places with more care
The realities of building a long-term creative and entrepreneurial career
Why curiosity, humility, and listening matter when crossing cultures
Guest: Craig D. Forrest
Website: https://www.craigforrest.com/
Book: https://www.craigforrest.com/books
About the Podcast:
Rhythm & Roam explores cultural diversity through the lens of travel, unpacking identity, perception, representation, and unfiltered stories from around the globe.
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Release Date: October 1, 2026
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