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Travel Tales from the #nerdbirds

The #nerdbirds met on a Virgin America final flight in 2018, and believe the journey is just as fun as the destination. They discuss all aspects of the travel experience, focusing on design, sustainability, and destinations off the beaten path.

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00:41:42

From Pizza to BBQ: The Random 50 States Challenge,...

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2021/06/20

After this week's planned episode encountered technical difficulties, #nerdbird Rachel rounds up Charlie and Sebastian to chat about anything, starting with things to see in Antarctica. They eventually decided to go for Round Two of the 50 States Challenge, and talked about travels (and deep-dish pizza and BBQ) in Illinois, Arizona, Tennessee, New Mexico, South Dakota, and North Carolina.

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00:50:25

Twilight, Amazon Pickup Points & Ferries, Oh My! (#106)

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2021/06/12

#nerdbirds Kai & Rachel continue their discussions about the great state of Washington, going a bit further afield from the Seattle metro area to the north and west. Into the northern Puget Sound islands, Bellingham, the exclave of Point Roberts and the majestic Olympic Peninsula. Hear about what's it's really like to live in the tiny town of Forks, thrust into the popular spotlight thanks to the Twilight series (which the author had never been to before writing the books!). And how geography gives

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00:36:43

Destination Series: Seattle (#105)

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2021/06/05

#nerdbirds Rachel & Kai chat about the Emerald City and all there is to do around it. Listen in for the best ice cream shops, bookstores in Seattle, as well as the best gardens, beaches, and museums in the Seattle metro region.

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00:44:26

Adventures at the Airport Information Desk (#104)

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2021/05/29

What happens when #nerdbirds Sebastian and Rachel shadow an airport information desk? All kinds of amusing moments, which leads them to thinking about non-frequent travelers and how to best navigate confusing airport environments.

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00:31:31

No Boring Places: The Random 50 States Challenge,...

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2021/05/23

What do South Carolina, Colorado, North Dakota, Alaska, and Nevada have in common? In #nerdbirdland, they were the results of Kai spinning a wheel and Rachel having to think about experiences in each state. From Charlie's recent experience in Charleston to flying on a plane with skis in Alaska, Rachel points out that any place can be interesting with the right mindset.

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00:31:43

Travel Tunes: How Music Impacts our Journey (#102)

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2021/05/17

#nerdbirds Brendan & Kai muse on how music has set the stage for travel and how it heightens, supports & cements the experiences we have when we travel. Hear how Kai fell in love with his all-time favorite music artist on a flight, and how Brendan has playlists to match phases of flight.

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00:38:01

Destination Series: Hawaii Like a Local (#93)

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2021/05/08

Search for "Hawaii like a local" and you'll find dozens of articles claiming what to do to have an authentic Hawaiian travel experience. #nerdbird Rachel quizzes Oahu native Sebastian on these topics to get the real scoop.

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00:33:03

Post-Vaccination Travel Tales (#101)

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2021/05/01

#nerdbirds Brendan and Rachel chat about dipping their toes into the travel world post-vaccination, from a Delta First Class flight to an encounter with influencers in Big Sur.

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00:31:02

Keeping it 100 with a #nerdbirds Jeopardy Showdown!...

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2021/04/24

Our 100th episode coincides with the 3rd anniversary of the final flight of Virgin America -- where our podcast crew met! #nerdbirds Brendan, Charlie, David, Sebastian, and Pilot Sarah play a custom Jeopardy-like game with travel trivia created by Kai and Rachel. Explore the geographical origins of cheesecake and other popular foods, find out just how much cheese and BBQ Brendan and Sebastian can pack into a carryon suitcase, and learn that in the end, it's all just about the Kit-Kats. Head over to

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00:44:56

Jet Lag, Healthy Travel, and The Joys of Pudin Hara...

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2021/04/21

What do jet lag, travel health insurance, and Pudin Hara have in common? Find out as Rachel quizzes fellow #nerdbirds Charlie and David on their travel safety know-how.

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00:31:23

Traveling with a Purpose: The Future of Travel, Part...

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2021/04/17

In this final episode of Travel from a Futurist Perspective, #nerdbirds Kai and Rachel are challenged to think about past travel patterns, current innovations in the travel world, and things they could do to make a difference. They discuss innovation in areas from airplanes to cruise ships, share advice for preparing the everyday traveler for the near future of travel, and ponder the purpose of this podcast.

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00:40:38

The Futurist's Guide to Travel, Part 2 (#97)

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2021/04/08

In Part 2, #nerdbirds Rachel & Kai look at selected pain points in the travel journey using futurist tools and flip them on their head, starting the thought process about how they might look in the future - but not before talking about the current state of travel a little more first!

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00:28:11

The Futurist's Guide to Travel, Part 1 (#96)

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2021/03/31

It's been 364 days since we aired Episode 1! How has the travel industry changed, and what do these changes bode for the future? In Part 1, #nerdbirds Rachel and Kai look at travel thru the lens of a futurist, citing stories and examples from four patterns of change: growth, collapse, constraint, and transform.

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00:42:34

How to Grow From Stressful Travel Moments (#95)

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2021/03/24

In Tibet, travel is about being "uncertain about everything" to grow your mindset. #nerdbirds Kai and Rachel ponder this statement through stories of their own uncomfortable travel moments, and consider how personal growth happens using the Japanese concepts of kensho (incremental growth over time) and satori (mindblowing, life-changing, aha! moments).

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00:46:08

California Like a Local: Tips, Sights & Stereotypes...

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2021/03/14

What are the best places to see, experience and eat in California? Join born & raised California #nerdbirds Kai & Charlie, along with long-term California resident #nerdbird Rachel as they talk about the Golden State, its natural beauty, and food -- and bust some stereotypes along the way!

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00:35:37

What if Business Travel Never Comes Back? (#92)

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2021/03/06

Why do people travel for business, and what does the future of business travel look post-pandemic? Will people go back to the same old thing, or will it take a different tack? #nerdbirds Rachel and Kai chat about everything from quality over quantity, how long it's been since they've been on a plane, and how sustainability, digital nomadism, and the widespread adoption of remote work could change how the travel industry looks at business travel going forward.

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00:41:50

Navigating the Culture of Japan: A Video Podcast (#91)

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2021/02/27

Watch this episode at nerdbirds.co/episode91 [//nerdbirds.co/episode91] -- #nerdbirds Brendan and Rachel continue from their First Time in Japan episode [https://nerdbirds.co/episode52/] to share tales and advice on navigating a country with social norms that are the complete opposite of the USA.

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00:47:27

Americans and Their Quirky Habits: Culture Zaps in...

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2021/02/21

Ice in drinks. Winning is the only thing. Perfectly straight teeth. #nerdbirds Rachel and Kai boomerang from last week's Culture Zaps to look at Americans and their charming, quirky, and maddening habits.

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00:40:49

Culture Zaps: Ubuntu, Floor Zero, & Goats On Buses (#89)

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2021/02/13

#nerdbirds Rachel & Kai riff on culture shocks & culture zaps - that experience we all have when we run into something that is different from how we're used to. They talk about experiences near and far, and how these cultural differences help us see the world differently.

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00:38:15

Dishing on Airline Dishware: A Video Podcast (#88)

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2021/02/07

This episode is best viewed on our website! Go to https://nerdbirds.co/episode88 Although barely registering a thought among most travelers, many airlines spend a great deal of detail into the very vessels in which food, drink, and other comforts are provided onboard. #nerdbirds David, Kai, and Rachel debut the first video podcast with a show-and-tell of individual collections and experiences, highlighting many unique designs & logos from around the world.

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