First thing you should know is that my two favorite things are adventures and books. I also love people and ideas. I’m interested in the big ideas of religion, economics, politics, and education. These things shape society, which is what I aim to do with my life once I finish graduate school.

If I could spend all my time mountain biking, camping, rock-climbing, kayaking, and talking about important things with interesting people I totally would.

Oldest of 6 kids (I know how to wash dishes).

Proud dumbphone user; I've maintained fidelity to the era of the 90s because I think smartphones are more harmful than helpful. I'm also not on social media for the same reason (I promise I'm a real person). Check out my LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russelltrichardson/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meeting kind and interesting people across the world. To get to know local peoples and cultures. To save money while travelings. To learn how to be a good future host.

I'm brand new to Couchsurfing but I'm excited to try it out and meet new friends!

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Alternative stuff--Coldplay, Mumford and Sons

Movies: Anything Christopher Nolan produces (esp The Prestige and The Dark Knight Trilogy), The Secret Life of Walter Mitty,

Books: C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, classics, history

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've been living in Washington, DC this summer and recently got to go tour White House.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Knowledge of the best national parks in the United States, updates on US politics, good conversations about really anything, and genuine gratitude to gracious hosts.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Canada, Israel

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States