Slow Sunday
Living out of a Suitcase
For the past few years, I’ve been on a nomadic journey, traveling the world, exploring new cultures, specifically seeking out spaces and places that align with sustainable living and immersing myself in blue zones—unique regions where people live the longest and healthiest lives.
Living out of a suitcase has shaped me in ways I couldn’t have predicted, but one thing has always stayed constant: my passion for creativity and sustainability.
This journey wasn’t just about exploring new places, it was about discovering how people in these places connect with nature, live sustainably, and create meaningful long-lasting communities. From these experiences, I’ve gained invaluable insight and along with my own upbringing and lifelong interest in nature is what sparked the creation of RednéckGÜPE.
And I’ll let you in now on a little secret about one of the most powerful lessons and pillar of health in these places is—-
CONNECTION.
As an actor, I get the opportunity to travel a lot for work and even interacting with fans at CONS is a cool experience. I’ve loved exploring so many places, ways of living and connecting with so many of you in different places.
And as much as I love these moments, I’ve been thinking—what if we could do it on my terms, blending all of my special interests into one?
In Blue Zones, socializing isn’t a luxury, it’s a way of life. A big part of my reasoning behind creating RednéckGÜPE and my original intent was to create a series inspired by this concept that’s all about sustainability, living longer, fuller and healthier lives.
For years, I’ve dreamed of creating a show about eco-friendly living, where cooking, travel, everyday life and sustainability all come together.
My goal remains to create a sustainable lifestyle series that celebrates and showcases easier ways to incorporate these principles into our everyday lives. But here’s the truth: as a multi-hyphenated, non nepo baby, solo creator on the move, I’ve struggled to do it all without the setup, support and crew needed to bring this vision to fruition. The cooking videos, showcasing sustainable travel destinations and more kept getting delayed because life got in the way.
Not anymore.
Looking ahead to 2025, I’m calling on YOU to be a part of this journey. I’m planning IRL meetups, because let’s be honest, staring at screens all day isn’t it, and I want to create something real. Something that connects us to each other and the world we’re trying to protect.
The visison for RednéckGÜPE is so much bigger than me. It’s about building a community of people who want connection and care about people and the planet. It’s my corner of the internet where I share my vision of how we can live more intentionally and sustainably, no matter where we are or where we come from. This isn’t just a platform for posts, it’s a foundation for a larger vision. In a world of AI and endless screen time, we’re craving and missing more than anything : connection.
That’s why as we step into this New Year it’s time to make that dream a reality. But, I need YOUR help. Starting with Japan, I’m taking RednéckGÜPE on the road, creating an immersive Eco-Friendly travel experience with me. An HK-ECO CON if you will that blends my love for sustainability, healthier living, and real connections.
Think of it as a traveling RednéckGÜPE experience.
Japan is the perfect destination to kick of our journey. It’s a country that values sustainability, deep rooted traditions in eco-friendly living, and a respect for nature aligning perfectly with my ethos here. Here’s what to expect -
It’s not just a vacation. It’s a chance to connect IRL, create memories together, and do something real. We’ll explore sustainability through hands-on experiences, like a tea ceremony, soba noodle making, and visiting a place with the purest waters on Earth, bucket list place for me to get a drink: Mt. Fuji! Along the way we’ll learn new ways of living, capture one of a kind memories together and weave eco-conscious living back into our everyday lives upon return.
I know not everyone can make it to Japan. There are very limited spots available and I’ll be carefully curating the perfect group for this trip. Here’s the good news—Substack subscribers get first access to the application. As a thank you for supporting this mission of sustainability and creativity from the start. Spots will fill up fast, so be sure to act quickly! But don’t fret. I aim to pull up on more people/places in 2025, but in the meantime that’s why I created RednéckGÜPE on Substack. This isn’t about followers to me, it’s about building a space where we can all share ideas, inspiration and resources.
By joining this community, you’re helping to support this larger vision. You’re helping sustain this independent artist’s idea for a better and brighter future. For all of us.
If you’re craving real connection and creative expression, join me. Whether it’s here through Substack, online, the JAPAN meetup! or potential future IRL gatherings, there’s space for you here.
I’m calling on the ones who care most, who see the bigger picture, and want to be a part of something expansive.
I’m opening applications TOMORROW for the trip. This is your chance to be a part of the cast and crew of an eco-docuseries, on the road with me, and help build something really special. Let’s go beyond the digital screens and create real life impactful experiences.
Either way. I’m so grateful to have you on this journey with me.
I want this to be an exclusive experience for the people who care the most about me and this project. If you’re excited about being a part of this journey, don’t miss out!
To apply:
