Unscaled Travel Show
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Unscaled isn’t about bucket lists — it’s about tearing them up.
Each week, travel journalist Jeremy Long and his co-explorer Amy take you beyond the guidebooks and into the real, raw, ridiculous side of travel. From late-night tacos in Vegas to getting lost in back alleys in Osaka, this is the show for anyone who craves curiosity, chaos, and the kind of stories you can’t plan for.
Pack your bags — and the umbrella — it’s gonna get weird.
Each week, travel journalist Jeremy Long and his co-explorer Amy take you beyond the guidebooks and into the real, raw, ridiculous side of travel. From late-night tacos in Vegas to getting lost in back alleys in Osaka, this is the show for anyone who craves curiosity, chaos, and the kind of stories you can’t plan for.
Pack your bags — and the umbrella — it’s gonna get weird.
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From Cadillacs half-buried in a Texas field to clown-filled motels and alien shrines in the desert, the American Southwest is home to some of the strangest roadside attractions still standing. In this episode of Unscaled, Jeremy and Amy hit the road for a tour of the Southwest’s oddball icons — spray-painted cars, giant pistachios, haunted clowns, bat shows, dinosaurs, desert mountains of paint, UFO museums, and more.It’s a reminder that no matter how serious life gets, the open road still has room for the bizarre, the kitschy, and the just plain weird.____________________________________S03 Ep127____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Think you know Branson, Flagstaff, the Brazos Valley, and Williamsburg? Think again. In this episode of Unscaled Radio, we trade the crowded theaters, outlet malls, and tourist-trap tours for the trails, museums, and heritage sites that actually make these places unforgettable. From Ozark homesteads to volcanic craters, frontier villages to hidden gardens, we’ll show you what’s worth skipping—and what’s worth your time.____________________________________S03 Ep126____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of Unscaled, we’re skipping the crowded tourist traps and pointing you toward the good stuff — real experiences worth your time in cities like Austin, San Antonio, Denver, Seattle, New Orleans, and San Diego. No bars, no food lists — just hands-on places that are open, unexpected, and actually fun to visit.____________________________________S03 Ep125____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
This week we’re taking listeners down to the Texas coast. From the Selena Museum to Padre Island’s breezy beaches, Corpus Christi is a city where art, food, and culture collide. Join us as we explore local galleries, fresh Gulf seafood, and the creative spirit that makes this destination unforgettable.____________________________________S03 Ep124 Original air date: September 21, 2024 (Episode 77)____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
We’re taking a ride back to one of our listener favorites — a road trip through Portugal’s beautiful beach towns. From Porto to Praia D’el Rey, Peniche to Aveiro, Figueira da Foz to Cascais, we’ll revisit the food, culture, and coastlines that make Portugal one of the best road-tripping destinations in Europe.____________________________________S03 Ep123Original air date: October 05, 2025 (Ep. 77)____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
We’re taking on America’s biggest tourist trap cities—calling out the overpriced, overhyped spots and steering you toward the hidden gems in San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and Las Vegas.____________________________________S03 Ep122____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy and Amy explore the bizarre and fascinating world of food competitions. They discuss various unique eating contests from around the globe, the cultural significance of these events, and the wild challenges that participants face. ____________________________________S03 Ep121____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Skip the jump-scare theme parks — we’re taking you to the real haunted hotspots. From abandoned asylums and ghost towns to murder houses and cursed hotels, these are the places where death actually happened… and something never quite left. Whether you're planning a Halloween trip or just like to spook yourself silly, we’ve got an episode full of eerie history, tragic endings, and cold spots you can walk right into.____________________________________S03 Ep120____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Vatican City may be the smallest country in the world, but it’s packed with more art, architecture, and long lines than most visitors are ready for. In this episode, we break down what’s actually worth your time — from St. Peter’s Basilica to the hidden Vatican necropolis — plus a few off-the-radar gems most tours skip.We’ll walk you through how to avoid the worst of the crowds, what to wear to get past security, where to find real Roman food nearby, and what secrets lie behind the Swiss Guard and centuries of locked doors. ____________________________________S03 Ep119____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy and Amy offer some simple rules and, most importantly, ways to keep cool when visiting Las Vegas in the middle of summer. They also explain how locals live year-round in Sin City, but also why they love living in such a hostile environment. ____________________________________S03 Ep118____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Think America doesn’t have castles? Think again. In this episode, we tour the strangest fortresses in the U.S. — from a Gilded Age mega-mansion with its own zip code, to a Texas castle built by a baker, to a Chicago hotel designed by a serial killer. You’ll get heartbreak, egomania, imported ceilings, wine cellars, and one truly medieval waterpark.These aren’t castles built for kings — they’re built for love, for ghosts, and for pure American delusion.____________________________________S03 Ep117____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
San Francisco has always been a magnet for the marvelously unhinged. In this episode, we’re not mocking the weird — we’re celebrating it. From self-declared emperors and serial bigamists to leopard-print twins and a woman who may have hexed half of Nob Hill, we dive into the glorious absurdity of a city that treats eccentricity like a civic duty. These aren’t just local legends — they’re reminders that in San Francisco, strange is sacred.____________________________________S03 Ep116____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, we explore Colma, California, a unique town known as the City of the Dead or the City of Souls. With a living population of less than 2,000 and over 1.6 million deceased residents, Colma's history is intertwined with the expansion of San Francisco, which relocated its cemeteries to make room for development.____________________________________S03 Ep115____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy and Amy explore the seemingly small inventions that have significantly transformed the travel experience. They discuss the impact of innovations such as GPS, rolling luggage, travel toiletries, and the evolution of passports. They highlight how these inventions have shaped modern travel and the way we experience the world.____________________________________S03 Ep114____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
From fake monks to "free" friendship bracelets, this week we’re diving into the world’s most persistent travel scams — the kind that separate you from your wallet before you even realize what happened. We’ll take you from Paris to Bangkok, New York to Nairobi, exposing the street hustles, overcharging menus, rigged taxis, and CD scams. Because sometimes the real attraction… is the con. Also, never catch the baby!____________________________________S03 Ep113____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Think your vacation couldn’t get any weirder? Think again. From Italy’s no-pizza-on-the-steps ordinance to Singapore’s gum crackdown to a UK law about suspiciously handling salmon (yes, really), this episode dives into the strangest, funniest, and most baffling travel laws around the world.Some are outdated. Some are deadly serious. And some are still enforced with handcuffs and fines. Tune in to find out how your favorite swimsuit, romantic goodbye, or innocent flush could land you in trouble abroad.____________________________________S03 Ep103____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of Unscaled we're on a global mission to introduce you to some of the oldest restaurants in the world that are still serving people today. Some of these restaurants have hosted legendary monarchs, classical geniuses, and probably a villain or two. ____________________________________S03 Ep111____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
From Ghostbusters and Harry Potter to The Shining and The Truman Show, this episode of Unscaled takes you to the real-life places behind your favorite movies. We explore the magic—and mayhem—of set-jetting, and why some towns love the spotlight while others are begging for the credits to roll.____________________________________S03 Ep110____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, hosts Jeremy and Amy discuss the growing issue of over-tourism and its impact on popular travel destinations. We explore alternatives to well-known tourist spots, including Las Vegas, Cancun, Italy, NYC, Spain and Japan.____________________________________S03 Ep109____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
You’ve heard the legends — Marco Polo, Lewis and Clark, Amelia Earhart — but what if the stories you learned in school were more fiction than fact? In this episode, we dig into the real, gritty lives of history’s most famous travelers: the disasters, the cover-ups, the survival stories, and the spin jobs that turned failure into fame. Because when it comes to travel legends, it’s not always about who went the farthest — it’s about who told the best story.____________________________________S03 Ep107____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
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