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Wild Americas

Wild Americas follows host Isaac Black’s multi-year voyage of driving the longest road in the world, the Pan-American Highway. Through a series of crazy stories, travel reviews, and interviews with people he meets along the way, you will be given an authentic account of what it is like to travel by car all over the Americas, from Alaska to Argentina. Whether you’re a wannabe van-lifer, an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, or just someone who likes to hear exhilarating travel stories, this show certainly

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01:14:16

Working in a Hostel in the Capital of Colombia +...

Wild Americas ·

2024/08/17

On this week's episode, Isaac gives an update about his last days in Colombia, crossing over into Ecuador, and enjoying his first few days there before heading to the Galapagos. Next, he gives a guide on how to visit the Galapagos Islands on a budget. Finally, he is joined by Dom Peckham, a friend he met on a graffiti tour in Bogota, Colombia. They discuss what it is like working in a hostel, the day they watched the Euro Cup and Copa America final together in the same day, connecting with people

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01:20:44

The Most Dangerous Border Crossing In The World,...

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2024/07/29

Isaac begins this episode of Wild Americas updating the listeners on his last week visitng the Tatacoa Desert, Caño Cristales, and now working on a small coffee farm. Next, he is joined by Daianna Moreno to discuss issues regarding immigration around the world, her background as an immigrant herself, and how she has embraced her roots by exploring Colombia. Lastly, Isaac closes the show with a Travel Tip of the Week about how to sound (a little) less like a gringo when speaking Spanish in Latin

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47:43

Leading Trips in the San Blas Islands With Ruby...

Wild Americas ·

2024/07/19

On this week's episode, Isaac provides an update about his time in Bogotá, the capital of Colombia (also known as the Athens of South America). He is then joined by his trip leader from the San Blas Islands boat trip, Ruby Partington, to discuss what it's like guiding these types of adventures, some of the different jobs she has had during her travels, and much more.

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01:32:33

Hitchhiking By Boat Across The Atlantic Ocean With...

Wild Americas ·

2024/07/14

On this week's episode, Isaac starts off by giving an update about his time in the small towns of Colombia the last couple of weeks. Next, he is joined by Lorenz Henzler to discuss what it's like hitchhiking by boat from Europe to South America. He then closes the show with the Travel Tip of the Week about how to avoid getting lost on hikes.

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57:14

Harsh Realities of Solo Travel

Wild Americas ·

2024/07/05

On this week's episode, Isaac talks about a scary experience he had in Colombia. Next, he gives some travel tips about how to stay safe as a solo traveler.

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01:20:23

How One Trip Can Convert You to a World Traveler With...

Wild Americas ·

2024/06/28

On this week's episode, Isaac is joined by his elementary school classmate Yuji Doyle. Yuji walks listeners through the timeline of his travels all over Europe, including stories of new friends, stolen phones, Brazilian raves, and much more!

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45:28

Taking a Four Day Boat Ride to South America

Wild Americas ·

2024/06/22

This week, without a guest interview, Isaac brings a shorter episode where he recounts the magical journey from North America to South America via the San Blas islands. He talks about all the activities they did, hanging out with travelers from all over the world, and the unique cultural experience he got to have with the indigenous Kuna people who populate the islands. Then, for the Travel Tip of the Week, Isaac gives his Top 10 Must-See Nature Spots in Mexico & Central America.

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01:23:04

Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail For Clean Water...

Wild Americas ·

2024/06/14

Jenna's Fundraiser: https://my.thirstproject.org/fundraiser/4699757On this week's episode, in honor of his last day with Marty, Isaac reminisces on some of their best times together. Next he is joined by Jenna Gilbreath, who is currently in the middle of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. They discuss the logistics of a hike that size, some of her highlights, and the community that she has built on the trail. Lastly, Isaac does a Travel Tip of the Week about how to cross foreign borders with a

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01:36:43

Hostel Horror Stories Draft With Alessandra Scala

Wild Americas ·

2024/06/07

On this week's episode, Isaac begins with a short update and a BIG announcement! Next, he is joined by Wild Americas' first repeat guest: Alessandra Scala. We get an update about what she has been up to, and then her and Isaac draft the worst types of people to run into in a hostel. Lastly, Isaac brings the Travel Tip of the Week about a cost-effective way to explore nature in the USA.

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01:12:11

LIVE: World Traveler Roundtable

Wild Americas ·

2024/05/24

On this week's episode, Isaac has his first live interview! He sits down with Roxane Hanriot (France), Maria Tosi (Italian), and Alek van Dam (Cayman Islands) to discuss the ins and outs of the backpacker lifestyle. They touch on their biggest highlights/lowlights in Central America, tips for hitchhikers, missing home, and much more.

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01:07:57

Starting a Nonprofit for Kids in Honduras With Dave...

Wild Americas ·

2024/05/17

Isaac is back after a break last week! He begins by updating listeners on his last two weeks in Honduras and Nicaragua. Then, he is joined by Founder/Executive Director of SOL International Foundation, a nonprofit organization in Roatan, Honduras that supports the local youth in their educational and athletic goals in a variety of ways. Lastly, Isaac gives the Travel Tip of the Week about how to meet people when staying in hostels.

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35:02

Most Useless/Useful Things I Packed On a 2 Year Roadtrip

Wild Americas ·

2024/05/03

On this week's episode, Isaac gives an update about his last week traveling through Honduras. Then he breaks down the most useless and useful things he packed for his journey to give other travelers some insight about only packing what you truly need.

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01:01:19

'Below Deck' in Alaska With Ryo Reis

Wild Americas ·

2024/04/26

On this week's episode, Isaac begins with an update about the end of his time in El Salvador and his first adventures in Honduras. Then he is joined by Ryo Reis, a seasonal deckhand for tour boats up in Alaska. They discuss all the behind the scenes of the job, benefits of working seasonally in a place like Alaska, and much more. Lastly, Isaac gives the Travel Tip of the Week, this time about how to cross the infamous Darien Gap.

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01:20:50

How Viewing a Solar Eclipse in Totality Can Change...

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2024/04/19

On this week's episode, Isaac begins with an update about his first week in El Salvador. Next, he is joined by William Mock to discuss the powerful experience of going to see the recent solar eclipse in totality, their first backpacking trip they did together as kids, and much more! Lastly, Isaac brings you the Travel Tip of the Week on how to find the best places to eat and visit when you are traveling abroad.

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01:26:33

Teaching in a Foreign Country With Lauren Mckenna

Wild Americas ·

2024/04/12

On this week's episode, Isaac starts off with an update about his last week visiting Lake Atitlán, Volcán Acatenango, and Antigua in Guatemala. Then he is joined by Lauren Mckenna, a schoolteacher he met during his time in Belize, to discuss what it's like moving to a different continent, cultural differences in teaching in Mexico City vs. Scotland, and much more! Lastly, Isaac gives the Travel Tip of the Week about 20 essentials to keep in your vehicle for emergency situations.

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01:30:04

Working as a Geologist in the Arctic & Backpacking...

Wild Americas ·

2024/04/05

On this week's episode, Isaac gives an update about his last few days in Belize, a hectic border crossing on Easter Sunday, and his highlights so far in Guatemala. Next, he is joined by Justin Newmann, a Geologist he met along the Dalton Highway in Alaska, to discuss his work in the field, living seasonally in a remote region, and how he takes advantage of his time off from seasonal work. Then Isaac closes the show with a Travel Tip of the Week about proper trail etiquette.

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01:16:33

The World of Working on Movie Sets With Evan Vaughn

Wild Americas ·

2024/03/29

In this week's episode, Isaac starts off by giving an update of his last week in Belize: snorkeling the 2nd biggest barrier reef in the world, solo swimming in caves, and much more! Next, he is joined by Evan Vaughn to discuss what it's like being behind the scenes for big studio films, living in Atlanta, and their previous travels together. Lastly, Isaac provides the Travel Tip of the Week about something useful you can use your Eno straps for besides hanging your hammock.

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53:09

Getting Chased By Border Patrol and Other Border...

Wild Americas ·

2024/03/16

On this week's episode, Isaac gives a short update about his week visiting Lagunas De Montebello National Park, seeing 'Dune: Part Two', and driving through roadblocks made by protestors in Mexico. Then he tells his top 3 border crossing stories, which include getting chased by Canadian Border Patrol during his very first border crossing. Next he closes the show with the Travel Tip of the Week on how to make sure you don't miss your timed bookings when you're on the road.

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01:49:18

The Life of a Partner of a World Traveler With Shelby...

Wild Americas ·

2024/03/08

On this week's episode, Isaac begins by giving an update on his last week in Mexico as he visits multiple national parks and ancient ruins. Next, he is joined by his fiancée, Shelby, to discuss what it's like being the significant other of someone who travels, their travels together around the USA , and much more. Before closing the show with the Travel Tip of the Week about the best type of biodegradable soap to use when traveling.

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01:01:28

Guide to Spending Money Internationally + Mexico City...

Wild Americas ·

2024/03/01

On this week's episode, Isaac begins by updating listeners on his adventures in Mexico City over the last week. He talks about visiting various museums, touring ancient civilizations, and attending several sporting events in the world's 5th most populated city. Next, he brings us the Travel Tip of The Week with a guide to international banking, currency exchange, and everything you would want to know about how to make purchases abroad.

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