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Pop Culture Passport - Exploring Quirky & Cool Travel Destinations in the USA

Beth Schillaci - The Roaming Yeti

Pop Culture Passport is your guide to quirky, cool, and nostalgic travel across the U.S.—from movie filming locations and theme parks to roadside attractions and pop culture museums.If you"d happily add 60 minutes to your trip to visit a filming location, the Jell-O Museum, or a roadside diner from your favorite TV show, this podcast is for you.Every other week, I’ll take you behind the scenes of iconic and offbeat destinations, sharing their history, stories, and the fun details. Along the way,

society & culture places & travel

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13:38

Seattle Side Quests: Quirky Stops Beyond the Space...

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2026/04/17

Send us Fan Mail Episode 144 What happens when you wander just a little off the main path in Seattle? Seattle is famous for coffee, the Space Needle, and grunge music, but the real magic of the Emerald City shows up when you lean into curiosity. In this episode, we explore the quirky landmarks, pop culture filming locations, and creative spaces that make Seattle a city that rewards side quests. In this episode, we’ll cover: How Seattle’s geography shaped its creative and independent spiritIco...

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Jungle Jim’s International Market in Cincinnati: A...

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2026/04/10

Send us Fan Mail Episode 143 There are many things people prioritize when visiting a new city, such as landmarks, restaurants, and museums. Me? I like to find the grocery store. And my favorite one so far? Jungle Jim’s International Market in Cincinnati. What started as a roadside produce stand in the 1970s has grown into a 200,000-square-foot international food playground complete with animatronics, a fire truck in the hot sauce aisle, a shark hanging over seafood, a monorail track overhead…...

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From Santa Rosa to St Paul: Peanuts Places You Can...

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2026/04/03

Send us Fan Mail Episode 142 Did you know there are real places across the United States where the world of Peanuts comes to life? From the California hometown where Charles Schulz created the comic strip to a few surprising side quests across the country, this episode explores destinations where Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the Peanuts gang still leave their mark. In this episode of Pop Culture Passport, we’re following the trail of Peanuts through real places you can visit — inclu...

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Snack Files: The Sweet History of Peeps and a Taste Test

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2026/03/27

Send us Fan Mail Episode 141 Are Peeps a nostalgic springtime favorite… or just sugary packing peanuts? In this episode of Snack Society Snack Files, we’re diving into the surprisingly strange history of one of Easter’s most divisive treats. From hand-piped marshmallow chicks in Pennsylvania to scientific experiments, pop culture chaos, and our own Spring Break taste test, Peeps have a much bigger story than you might expect. In this episode, we cover: How Peeps began at the Rodda Candy Compa...

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Beyond the Liberty Bell: Quirky Side Quests Around...

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2026/03/20

Send us Fan Mail Episode 140 Philadelphia is famous for its rich history, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and its role as the birthplace of the United States. But the Greater Philadelphia area also tells another story: one about the people who decided that culture, fandom, and everyday memories were worth saving. In this episode of Pop Culture Passport, we explore quirky and fascinating side quests across the Philly region — from a museum dedicated entirely to the Three Stooges to a ware...

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Snack Society Snack Files - The Surprising History of...

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2026/03/13

Send a text Episode 139 Have you ever unwrapped a piece of hard candy and suddenly felt eight years old again? In this week’s Snack Society: Snack Files episode, we’re diving into the surprisingly deep history of hard candy, from early American port cities to mid-century candy dishes and the iconic sweets that quietly shaped our memories. In this episode, we explore: Gibraltar candy and early American sugar craftRock candy as both a science experiment and a Victorian spectacleThe rise of the ...

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From Salem to Hershey: Candy Stores That Feel Like...

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2026/03/06

Send a text Episode 138 Candy stores aren’t just about sugar. They’re about memory, place, and tradition. In this episode of Pop Culture Passport, we’re traveling across the country to explore some of America’s most iconic candy stores, from one of the oldest candy companies in the country to neighborhood nostalgia archives and full-scale candy destinations. In this episode, we explore: The maritime roots of American candy at Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie in Salem, MAHow Economy Candy in NYC ...

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Snack Society Report: Hanover, PA — Snack Food...

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2026/02/27

Send a text Episode 137 What happens when a small Pennsylvania town becomes one of the biggest snack producers in America? In this Snack Society Report, we head to Hanover, Pennsylvania — a place where pretzels and potato chips aren’t just snacks… they’re part of the town’s identity. In This Episode How Hanover became the Snack Food Capital of the WorldThe history of Utz Quality Foods and Snyder’s of HanoverThe confusing (and fascinating) story of Snyder’s of BerlinWhat it’s like shopping a...

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Atlanta Side Quests: Quirky, Pop Culture & Hidden...

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2026/02/20

Send a text Episode 136 If you’re traveling to Atlanta for the World Cup… will you only see the stadium version of the city, or will you side quest into the places locals actually love? Atlanta is getting ready to welcome the world, and yes, the stadium energy is going to be incredible. But some of the most memorable parts of this city live outside the official fan zones. While researching this episode, I kept coming back to one idea: many of Atlanta’s most beloved places exist because someon...

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Snack Society: King Cake, Fat Tuesday & The Foods...

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2026/02/13

Send a text Episode 135 Did you grow up with King Cake… or was Fat Tuesday pancakes-for-dinner night? In this Snack Society episode, we’re opening both the Snack Files and the Test Kitchen to explore the foods Americans eat on the day before Lent — whether you call it Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, or Shrove Tuesday. From Louisiana bakery culture to Pennsylvania Dutch kitchen traditions, this episode looks at how food helps us mark time, build community, and share one last moment of indulgence toge...

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From Stranger Things to Twin Peaks: Real Towns Behind...

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2026/02/06

Send us a text Episode 134 What if you could actually visit Hawkins, Dunder Mifflin, or the Double R Diner? In this episode of Pop Culture Passport, we’re taking you on a TV pilgrimage to the real-life towns behind some of your favorite fictional places. From the brick-lined square that doubled as Hawkins, Indiana, to the shadowy forests of Twin Peaks, these locations aren’t just filming sites; they’re places you can walk through, eat in, and explore for yourself. What You’ll Discover: Where ...

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Where to Eat & Drink in LA: A Snack Society Field Report

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2026/01/30

Send us a text Episode 133 From English toffee at the Original Farmers Market to the best smash burger I’ve ever had, this Snack Society field report is a highlight reel of food and drink stops in LA that have us still talking. These are the spots we tried and loved during our LA trip—unexpected gems, neighborhood favorites, and breweries with serious food game. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Where to find melt-in-your-mouth English toffee and potato-filled crepes in LAA smash burger that ...

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Shop, Snack, and Nerd Out: Pop Culture Stops in LA

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2026/01/23

Send us a text Episode 132 Ever wonder where to shop or snack like a pop culture nerd in Los Angeles? From iconic comic shops and vintage bookstores to on-screen diners and galactic cantinas, this episode is your guide to the quirky, cool, and cinematic side of LA, one bite and book at a time. In this episode, I share: The bookstores and record shops where Hollywood history lives onWhere to shop for actual TV costumes (with a scavenger-hunt twist)A legendary pub from The Office, plus a Star W...

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Quirky & Cool Rochester: Side Quests While Visiting...

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2026/01/09

Send us a text Episode 131 Heading to the Finger Lakes, Niagara Falls, or even Buffalo? Don’t skip Rochester — this city’s full of side quests you didn’t know you needed. In this episode, we’re heading to Western New York for a quirky detour through Rochester — a city that’s quietly cool, full of history, and packed with creative surprises. From legendary guitar stores and speakeasies to living art galleries, this stop proves you don’t need to travel far to find something extraordinary. In th...

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A Year in Quirky Travel: 5 Standout Moments Beyond LA

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2025/12/26

Send us a text Episode 130 What were your favorite travel moments this year — the unexpected discoveries, weird details, or hidden gems that stuck with you? In this final episode of 2025, I’m taking a look back at some of the quirky and cool destinations that weren’t in Los Angeles (shocking, I know). From ghost stories and blue ice cream to offbeat art museums, these moments stuck with me in the best way. Plus, I’ll share what’s coming in 2026 — including a big year for the Snack Society, mo...

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Nerds, Fun Dip & Stranger Things: Exploring 80s Candy...

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2025/12/19

Send us a text Episode 129 What was your go-to candy in the 80s — and why do those flavors and wrappers still feel so nostalgic today? In this episode, Beth sits down with Jason Liebig, one of the country’s top nostalgia experts and the self-described Indiana Jones of snacks. Jason is a brand historian, packaging archivist, and behind-the-scenes consultant for hit shows like Stranger Things, Mad Men, The Goldbergs, and more. Together, they dig into the sweet, surprising world of 1980s candy —...

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America’s Santa Theme Parks and Other Christmas...

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2025/12/12

Send us a text Episode 128 Did you know there’s an entire trail of Santa-themed parks across the U.S.—some dating back more than 75 years? In this festive episode, I unwrapped a twinkle-lit road trip through America’s Santa Parks — the vintage theme parks, roadside attractions, and holiday wonderlands that keep the Christmas spirit alive all year long. From the snowy streets of Alaska’s North Pole to the retro reindeer rides of New England, each stop tells a story of nostalgia, creativity, an...

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The Evolution of Disney California Adventure: From...

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2025/11/28

Send us a text Episode 127 What happens when Disney builds a brand-new park… and it flops? When Disney California Adventure opened in 2001, critics called it everything from “underwhelming” to “a state fair with better landscaping.” But two decades later, it’s one of Disney’s most beloved parks — home to Cars Land, World of Color, and Avengers Campus. In this episode, I’m tracing the park’s incredible transformation — from a cost-cutting experiment to a storytelling triumph. We’ll explore: Th...

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From Ghostbusters to Taylor Swift: Hollywood History...

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2025/11/14

Send us a text Episode 126 Ever walked into a hotel lobby and felt a strange sense of déjà vu? Maybe it’s the chandeliers, the marble floors… or the feeling you’ve seen this place before, like in a movie, a show, or even a Taylor Swift video. In Los Angeles, some hotels don’t just host guests, they host entire worlds. In this week’s episode, we check into some of LA’s most cinematic hotels to uncover how these iconic spaces became part of Hollywood’s story — from early Academy Awards banquets...

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8 Ghost Towns You Can Actually Visit

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2025/10/31

Send us a text Episode 125 Would you explore a town where the residents left long ago — but the spirits never did? This week on Pop Culture Passport, we're taking a road trip through America’s eeriest and most intriguing ghost towns. These aren’t just abandoned buildings and dusty streets — they’re places where legends still echo, and the past feels just a little too close. In this episode, I’ll take you to 8 ghost towns with fascinating backstories, haunted legends, and quirky revivals. From...

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