I'm 25 and from Salt Lake City in the US, but I've tried to see as much of the world as I could in that time! Try to be as respectful, calm, and open-minded as I can.

I just finished a graduate program in the UK studying the intersection of water and politics. I'm traveling before I settle into a job and looking to meet new people and explore new places! Love to just wander new places, enjoy nice views, and generally hang out. I'm just a mellow guy who is trying to see a bit of the world and meet interesting new people along the way!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

As one who studies politics, I believe in the peacebuilding potential of intercultural exchange — even in our own turbulent times — and I try to fulfill that in my own way everywhere I go. I want to actually get to know people in the places I visit! Looking to share stories (and whatever else I can), practice languages, explore the authentic sides of a country and learn whatever I can.

Interests

Anything remotely connected to society, nature, politics or the environment and I'm there. As far as my daily life, I love to listen to podcasts, run, drink coffee, hike, walk, and enjoy a drink with friends.

• design
• hiking
• agriculture
• geography
• history
• food
• nature
• linguistics
• water
• views
• urbanism
• exploring cities

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Most hip hop, folk, reggae, jazz, and most anything else! Some favorites are Bob Dylan, Gang Starr, Miles Davis, The Band, Bruce Springsteen, Natiruts and Emicida.

Movies: Quentin Tarantino's movies are always top of the list

Books: Anything by George Orwell, Jorge Amado, Herman Melville, Kurt Vonnegut. Moby Dick is my favorite (yes, seriously)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I travelled around southern India for a month on the trains with my good friend. Not really that amazing in the grand scheme of things, but it was amazing for me :)

Teach, Learn, Share

Always love to learn about local history and nearby hiking trails. I can definitely give you tips about the places I've lived, especially the US. If you're interested in politics, that's what I study so I might have something to teach in that regard. My country certainly seem to be in the news quite a lot... Other than that I just seem to know lots of weird random facts!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Would love to share stories, any local insights, and I would always love to get you dinner or some beers!

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Greece, India, Mexico, Morocco, Peru, Portugal, Spain, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, Costa Rica, United Kingdom, United States