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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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35:32

From Industrial Eyesore to Public Park

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/10/29

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys talk about some of their favorite parks built from old industrial infrastructure. New York’s High Line reignited interest in this type of urban rejuvenation, which preserves and celebrates companies, factories, and lives long gone. Plus, more WOW Air! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: New York’s High Line https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Line Friends of the High Line https://www.thehighline.org/ Paris’s Promenade Plantee

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01:02:24

Travel Book Publisher Thomas Jonglez

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/10/22

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan interviews Thomas Jonglez, the creator of his favorite travel guide series and an extraordinarily well-traveled gentleman. Thomas talks about breaking into the competitive travel industry, his offbeat approach to researching, and why the key to adventurous travel is asking for help. Plus, Ryan talks about Halloween immersive experiences. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Yale and Peru

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01:01:06

Travel Visas

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/10/15

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan and Ryan talk through the ins and outs of travel visas. Knowing how to navigate overly complex state bureaucracies is an essential skills for an international traveler. Do not fear: Kiernan has a framework to help. Plus, Ryan shares a truly shocking anecdote about his abandoned trip to Brazil. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Rick Steves was pickpocketed! - https://blog.ricksteves.com/blog/pickpocketed-paris/ Rick Steves on

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01:08:25

Peru Part 3 Machu Picchu

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/10/08

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan finishes out The Great Peru Trilogy by taking us to Machu Picchu, that secluded mountain compound high in the Andes. Kiernan shares practical tips about visiting, the top spots he recommends, and why you should under no circumstances climb the Inca steps. Ryan, meanwhile, demonstrates his deep knowledge of Peruvian fauna. Listen to Peru Part 1: https://outofofficepod.com/podcast/episode-44-peru-part-1/ Listen to Peru Part

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47:33

Mexico City Part Dos

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/10/01

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan shares more of his favorite Mexico City restaurants, museums, and neighborhoods–including Little Tokyo–plus he’ll reveal how to get into a secret, super exclusive club that even Bushwick-dweller Ryan deems “too cool for its own good.” Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Our first Mexico City episode: https://outofofficepod.com/podcast/episode-18-ryans-12-favorite-mexico-city-spots/ Pizza Felix

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37:01

City of Presidents with James Van Nuys

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/09/24

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan chats with James Van Nuys, the sculptor behind a new statue of Barack Obama, which will join 43 of Obama’s Presidential predecessors in downtown Rapid City, South Dakota as part of the “City of Presidents.” They talk about nearby Mount Rushmore, how Van Nuys got through sculpting some of the least notable Presidents, and the challenges ahead for whoever gets stuck molding #45. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: City of Presidents

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57:28

Escape Rooms with Tommy Wallach

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/09/17

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan interviews Escape Room expert Tommy Wallach about how video games shaped escape rooms, why Eastern Europe has the world’s best, and why these attractions are really just a blatant Russian conspiracy. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Thrasher’s Fries https://thrashersfries.com/ Pepe’s Pizzeria https://pepespizzeria.com/ Golden Krust https://www.goldenkrust.com/ Nando’s https://www.nandosperiperi.com/ Tommy Wallach

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01:00:51

Caves 101

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/09/10

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan talks about why he loves visiting caves and why you should too. Plus, we tackle The Great Slovenian Cave Debate. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: WOW airlines update https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/25/business/iceland-economy-wow-air.html Wind Cave National Park https://www.nps.gov/wica/index.htm Jewel Cave National Monument https://www.nps.gov/jeca/index.htm Olms

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34:28

Getaway Founder Jon Staff

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/09/03

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan talks to Jon Staff, the cofounder of travel start-up Getaway, which strives to get people to disconnect from technology and unwind in the woods. You’ll learn why Getaway goes out of its way to place its tiny cabins in places that Jon describes as “no place special.” Also, Ryan sings the praises of radioactive tourism. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Museum of American Finance - https://www.moaf.org/ Getaway - https://getaway.house/

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53:01

Hamilton’s New York

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/08/27

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan and Kiernan take listeners on a walking tour of New York City sites linked to Alexander Hamilton. (Okay, okay: one is in New Jersey.) There’s a massive amount of history and a minimal amount of singing—but, it’s Hamilton, so of course there’s got to be some singing. Tune in to hear where Peggy is buried, why George Washington dressed like a UPS man, and how Alexander Hamilton died in a bunch of different places. Things we talked about in today’s

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43:39

Overtourism with WashPo’s Hannah Sampson

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/08/20

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Ryan interviews Washington Post journalist Hannah Sampson about overtourism—its causes, potential solutions, and ways that you can be a conscientious traveler. Both Leonardo DiCaprio and komodo dragons are discussed. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: Follow Hannah Sampson on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hannahbsampson https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2019/06/17/were-age-overtourist-you-can-avoid-being-one-them/

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54:57

Peru Part 2

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/08/13

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan again talks about his travels in Peru, a country so packed with wild jungle, Inca walls, and colonial churches that it needs 2 episodes. In this second installment, the boys talk about Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cusco https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cusco_School

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01:00:59

Peru Part 1

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/08/06

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan talks about his travels in Peru, a country so packed with wild jungle, Inca walls, and colonial churches that it needs 2 episodes. In this first installment, the boys cover a brief history of the Inca Empire, the sights and foods of Lima, and the Peruvian Amazon rainforest. Plus, Kiernan does a startlingly realistic peccary impression. Things we talked about in today’s podcast:

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51:47

State Parks with Peter Kujawinski

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/07/30

This week on Out of Office:A Travel Podcast, Kiernan talks to New York Times travel journalist Peter Kujawinski about his epic exploration of 53 state parks across the United States. His trip revealed extraordinary scenery, troubling Native American history, and little known presidential facts. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/05/travel/state-parks-eastern-united-states.html https://www.niagarafallsstatepark.com/

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48:21

The Ups & Downs of B&Bs

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/07/23

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys debate the merits and drawbacks of staying at traditional B&Bs. They explain how to set conversational parameters, the likelihood of ghost sightings, and why there’s no such thing as a dog that licks too much. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: https://blog.ricksteves.com/blog/climate-smart-commitment/ https://www.misterbandb.com https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/12/opinion/machu-picchu-airport.html

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49:08

NASA Mission Control at Johnson Space Center

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/07/16

This week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan speaks with NASA’s Sandra Tetley, who oversaw the brand spankin’ new restoration of Mission Control at Johnson Space Center in Houston. Visitors will experience Apollo 11’s launch, moon landing, and return as if they were there. Tetley talks about the detective work that goes into restoration—and several historic NASA sites that are slated for demolition. Things we talked about in today’s podcast:

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48:04

Sleeping in Spanish Monasteries

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/07/09

This week on Out of Office, Kiernan speaks with Miriam Murcutt and Richard Starks, authors of “Room with a Pew: Sleeping Our Way Through Spain’s Ancient Monasteries.” You’ll learn about secret menageries, the lopped-off limbs of saints, and party-animal nuns. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/06/24/this-is-nightmare-woman-fell-asleep-mid-flight-woke-up-trapped-dark-plane-alone/?utm_term=.561f4457d458

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50:57

Patriotic Places

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/07/02

This week on Out of Office, in honor of the 4th of July the boys each compile and compare a list of 5 places that embody the story of America. Plus, Kiernan accidentally curses. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2019/06/can-democrats-win-back-the-internet-in-the-age-of-trump https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Street_(Toronto) https://diowinebar.com/ https://domestiquewine.com/

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55:33

National Parks of the Pacific Northwest

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/06/25

This week on Out of Office, Kiernan talks about his recent trip to Mount Rainier National Park, Crater Lake National Park, and Olympic National Park, plus why the Pacific Northwest speaks to his Star Wars-obsessed soul. The boys also chat about why you shouldn’t be surprised if a mountain goat comes knocking on your bathroom door. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: https://www.nps.gov/mora/index.htm https://www.nps.gov/crla/index.htm https://www.nps.gov/olym/index.htm

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47:33

Documentary Filmmaker Chase Whiteside

Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast ·

2019/06/18

This week on Out of Office, Ryan talks to documentarian Chase Whiteside about his film “América” and what it’s like to travel the world on the film festival circuit, including screenings in Iraq and Kosovo. Plus, a callback to our beloved Natural Wine episode! Things we talked about in today’s podcast: https://americadocumentary.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Clinton_Boulevard https://www.moma.org/calendar/film/5068 https://passportindex.org

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