Special guest Dave Pettit, a professional voice actor, shares insights into his career, coastal life in Vancouver Island B.C, travels through Mexico, rescuing dogs, his love for tequila, and the importance of supporting local communities while traveling.

Links to animal rescue orgnizations Dave mentioned in the episode:

To learn more about the Mazatlan Animal Rescue, visit https://mazatlananimalrescue.com/

To learn more about SPCA Puerto Vallarta, visit: https://spcapvr.com/

SPECIAL GUEST DAVE PETTITT

Dave Pettitt is a seasoned voice actor with a career spanning over 25 years, renowned for his work on major TV commercials and hit shows like "Highway Through Hell." Splitting his time between Vancouver Island and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Dave is the charismatic voice behind the Guide Along (formerly Gypsy Guide) app, offering GPS-based audio driving tours. With a knack for storytelling and a deep love for the coastal lifestyle, he is also dedicated to animal rescue, actively working with organizations such as Mazatlan Animal Rescue and SPCA of Puerto Vallarta. His versatile career and passion for travel have earned him a unique place in the hearts of listeners and animal lovers alike.

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