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Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast

A Travel Podcast

Out of Office is a travel podcast hosted by us, Ryan Davis and Kiernan Schmitt. From early childhood, we were each infected with a serious case of wanderlust (among other things.) We define travel broadly, from local day trips to high-flyin" overseas adventures. Every episode, we dig into one topic—ranging from the serious to the silly, the practical to the outlandish—and give advice on how to get out there and explore the world.

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01:03:51

Boston Part 2: Kiernan’s Picks

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2021/03/09

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan takes us back to Massachusetts for the second installment of the Great Boston Trilogy. With the big blockbuster attractions behind us, Kiernan covers his personal favorite parks, museums, and universities. Warning: he does mention Harvard excessively. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Emerald Necklace Conservancy https://www.emeraldnecklace.org/ Franklin Park Zoo Remains

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40:45

USA Today’s Christopher Elliott on the Future of Travel

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2021/02/16

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan talks to travel journalist and consumer advocate Christoper Elliott on how the pandemic has changed travel and what the next year will look like as vaccinated people start to head out on the road and into the skies again. Elliott writes for USA Today, the Washington Post, and Forbes. Plus, Kiernan sings the praises of used bookstores (don’t worry—there’s no actual singing.) Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Christopher on Twitter:

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50:47

NYT Travel Editor Amy Virshup Strikes Back!

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2021/02/02

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan welcomes back Amy Virshup, the editor of the New York Times Travel section. Amy and Kiernan dive deep into this year’s “52 Places to Love” list and the challenges of travel journalism in the midst of a global pandemic. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: NYT’s “52 Places to Love” https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/travel/places-to-visit-vacation.html Turkmenistan’s Gates of Hell

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52:33

Boston Part 1: The Must-Sees

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2021/01/12

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan discuss Boston’s biggest attractions, from educational walks to lovely parks, stellar museums to historic graveyards. And of course, what’s a trip to Boston without taking in a baseball game at Fenway and belting out “Sweet Caroline”? Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Freedom Trail https://www.thefreedomtrail.org/ Boston Common https://www.boston.gov/parks/boston-common Public Garden

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23:39

Year in Review

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/12/31

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan look back on the spectacular year of 2020 and choose their top 3 favorite episodes from the archives. Ryan: Montreal: https://outofofficepod.com/podcast/episode-69-montreal/ The Grand Tour: https://outofofficepod.com/podcast/episode-80-the-grand-tour/ Socially Distanced Hiking Near NYC: https://outofofficepod.com/podcast/episode-78-socially-distanced-hiking-near-nyc/ Kiernan: Choosing a Travel Companion:

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34:54

Christmas Spectacular Three

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2020/12/24

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ through song, ornament exchanges, and outdoor light displays. Don’t forget to hang up your sock! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Dyker Heights https://www.timeout.com/newyork/things-to-do/dyker-heights-christmas-lights Somerville Lights Tour http://somervilleartscouncil.org/illuminationstour Peanuts at Beaumont Farms in Wallingford, CT

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52:23

Charleston Part 1

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/12/15

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan continue their tour of the South and spotlight Charleston’s history, food scene, and standout walks. Plus, a tale of a Ghost Dog named Poogan! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Rainbow Row https://charleston.com/charleston-insider/lowcountry-lifestyles/the-captivating-history-of-rainbow-row Fort Sumter https://www.nps.gov/fosu/index.htm Nathaniel Russell House Museum

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58:15

Chattanooga & Lookout Mountain

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/12/02

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan takes us back down south for another installment of his 30-part mini-series on the wonders of Tennessee. Ryan deems Chattanooga the “find” of his recent road trip, with highlights including Lookout Mountain, an underground waterfall, a cult-run deli, and plenty of creepy fairy tales. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Chattanooga overview https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chattanooga,_Tennessee Chattanooga Choo Choo song

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57:57

The Museums of Iceland

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2020/11/17

On this episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan talks to A. Kendra Greene, the author of “The Museum of Whales You Will Never See: And Other Excursions to Iceland’s Most Unusual Museums.” The book is not only a primer on the huge number of museums on this small island, it is a deep dive into Iceland’s culture, history, and national psyche. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: “The Museum of Whales You Will Never See: And Other Excursions to Iceland’s Most Unusual Museums” by A

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59:19

Day of the Dead/Día de Los Muertos

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2020/10/31

On this special early-release episode of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan learns about Día de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, by talking to Harvard Professor of the Study of Latin America Davíd Carrasco about the history and traditions of the holiday. Kiernan also talks to Texas Monthly writer José Ralat about pan de muerto, the festival’s signature bread of the dead. How about Ryan? You know Ryan. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Professor Carrasco’s video series for the Harvard

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59:23

Knoxville & The Great Smoky Mountains

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2020/10/20

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan hops in the jalopy and heads to Knoxville, Tennessee and the Great Smoky Mountains. Plus, Kiernan realizes that somehow they’ve recorded eighty four episodes without ever talking about Ryan’s proclivity for doll furniture. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Knoxville Urban Wilderness https://www.visitknoxville.com/urban-wilderness/ SoKno Taco Cantina https://soknota.co/ Market Square in Knoxville

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51:42

Downeast Maine

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/10/06

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan discusses his recent trip to Maine’s Downeast region, including Acadia National Park. From lobsters to seascapes to yurts (yes: yurts), Maine earns its nickname of “Vacationland,” so don your best Bean boots and give a listen. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Downeast Maine https://visitmaine.com/places-to-go/downeast-and-acadia Acadia National Park https://www.nps.gov/acad/index.htm Beals, Maine

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52:28

Summer Break Wrap-Up

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/09/22

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan catch-up on their summer adventures, donate to museums in need, and dust off the mics for their new biweekly pandemic-related schedule change. Plus, Kiernan forgets ever recording an episode about how to pack! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Park Predators https://parkpredators.com/ Leslie-Lohman Museum https://www.leslielohman.org/ Edward Gorey House https://edwardgoreyhouse.org/ Edward Gorey in his fur coat

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01:08:33

Every National Park with Conor Knighton

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/08/04

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan has a whizbang interview with author and “CBS Sunday Morning” correspondent Conor Knighton who spent a year visiting every American National Park. His new book “Leave Only Footprints” shares his tales from the trails. Needless to say he is now Kiernan’s idol. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: “Leave Only Footprints” by Conor Knighton https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/600367/leave-only-footprints-by-conor-knighton/ “CBS Sunday

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43:54

Disney World in the Pandemic

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/07/22

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan talk about the decision of Disney World and many other theme parks to open despite the global pandemic. Plus, murders in National Parks! Is everywhere fun trying to kill us?? Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Disney Reopeninghttps://disneyworld.disney.go.com/experience-updates/ Theme Parks Opening Across the Countryhttps://www.delish.com/food-news/a32872190/amusement-parks-reopening-pandemic/ Hagia Sophia: Museum to

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45:14

The Grand Tour

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/07/07

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan talk about The Grand Tour, that historic tour through Europe that young men of a certain rank used to embark upon to complete their education. Plus, we design our own modern Grand Tour of the USA! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: The Grand Tourhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Grand_Tour BBC “In Our Time” Grand Tour episodehttps://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p00548fs The Talented Mr.

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46:16

Rick Steves Commencement Commentary

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/06/23

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan listen to Rick Steves’s online commencement address and offer their thoughts on his advice to the graduates of 2020. Plus, the Last Stop is back! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Rick Steves Commencement Address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdlho9wpG20 David Foster Wallace Commencement Address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CrOL-ydFMI Reichstag reopening http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/440771.stm Franciscan Order

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37:32

Socially Distanced Hiking Near NYC

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/06/02

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan shares his newly found love for hiking during quarantine and Kiernan updates us on the latest unexpected twist in his Quest for Rick Steves. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: AllTrailshttps://www.alltrails.com/ Harriman State Parkhttps://parks.ny.gov/parks/145 Black Creek Preserve / Ulster Park https://www.scenichudson.org/explore-the-valley/scenic-hudson-parks/black-creek-preserve/ Schunemunk

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30:27

Feeding Your Wanderlust in Quarantine

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/04/07

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan discuss the frustrations of loving travel but being stuck at home. The boys offer recommendations for books, movies, and games to help you make it through this period of self-isolation. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: “The Big Oyster: History on the Half-Shell” by Mark Kurlansky https://www.amazon.com/Big-Oyster-History-Half-Shell/dp/0345476395 “The Great Influenza” by John M. Barry

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14:36

Coronavirus Coping

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2020/03/17

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan give a brief news update and discuss how they plan on running a travel podcast at a time when no one can, you know, travel. (Note: this was recorded on Friday, March 13 and news may have changed by the time it is released.) Things we talked about in today’s podcast: NYTimes “The Tickets Home Were $5,000. They Paid It.” https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/12/travel/coronavirus-travel-ban-paris.html T+L’s “These 12 Famous Museums Offer

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