Phil Keoghan has been the host of “The Amazing Race” (new episodes every Wednesday 9:30/7pm CT on CBS) for nearly a quarter of a century. As the ten-time Emmy-winning reality competition show enters its 36th season, Phil talks about growing up the globetrotting son of an academic, living life to the fullest, his travel tips and hacks, and how the hit show almost didn’t make it past the starting line. The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR support and support from our amazing sponsors! Delicious Factor Meals are my go to for healthy meals at home! Go to FactorMeals.com/GroupText50 to get 50% off! Factor sponsors my podcast so if you support them, you're supporting Group Text This episode is sponsored by LolaVie, an award winning haircare line founded by the fabulous Jennifer Aniston! Go to LolaVie.com and use the promo code GROUPTEXT and checkout for 15% off your ENTIRE order!  That's L O L A V I E dot com with the promo code GROUPTEXT. This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices