In each podcast episode, Ian and Justine talk with fascinating people all over the world. Their conversations will be punctuated by archival gems from the Globe Trekker archives, documentaries and other media. Expect engaging conversations, the occasional gaffe, and lots of laughs, as Ian and Justine explore everything from unfamiliar customs to breathtaking landscapes. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or an armchair traveler, Our Looney Planet promises a delightful and informative escape to the far reaches of our shared home.
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In each podcast episode, Ian and Justine talk with fascinating people all over the world. Their conversations will be punctuated by archival gems from the Globe Trekker archives, documentaries and other media. Expect engaging conversations, the occasional gaffe, and lots of laughs, as Ian and Justine explore everything from unfamiliar customs to breathtaking landscapes. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or an armchair traveler, Our Looney Planet promises a delightful and informative escape to the far reaches of our shared home.
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In episode 2, Globe Trekker veterans Ian and Justine swap stories and weigh up the pros and cons of one of their favourite modes of transport - hitchhiking! Hear why, in spite of some hair-raising tales, our fearless duo are convinced there is no better way to soak up a culture and experience the joys and challenges of spontaneous travel. Get ready to ‘embrace the discomfort’ and enjoy the bumpy ride… and find out why that familiar thumbs up gesture may not get you the lift you’d hoped for.
Making Our Looney Planet a little less lonely, one video podcast at a time.
(yes, we see the irony.)
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In Episode 1, longtime hosts of the TV travel series Globe Trekker / Lonely Planet reunite. Ian, Justine and Megan meet after 20 years to talk about what it was like to have the most amazing job in the world. Their conversation ranges from how they got the job that changed their lives, to monkey bites, to near-death experiences, to unexpectedly spicy chili, and to the Bollywood star Jackie Shroff.
Making Our Looney Planet (logo – don’t write this out) a little less lonely, one video podcast at a time.
(yes, we see the irony.)
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