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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This week on The Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy and Amy take a cross-country tour through the quirky traditions that make Christmas in America so wonderfully weird. From the mysterious “Christmas pickle” to Louisiana’s bonfires for Papa Noël, skiing Santas in Maine, lobster-trap trees in New England, Old-World folklore characters, and even a Santa who rappels down a cliff in North Carolina — it turns out every corner of the country does the holidays a little differently.____________________________________S03 Ep139____________________________________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 chaotic side of Christmas through historical events, including the ban on Christmas in England, the Eggnog Riot of 1826, and the Cisco Texas Bank Robbery of 1927. They discuss how these events reflect the festive spirit and the sometimes wild behavior that accompanies the holiday season. ____________________________________S03 Ep138____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this follow-up to Episode 136 of the Unscaled Travel Show, hosts Jeremy and Amy recount their adventurous road trip across eight states in seven days. After reaching Missouri, they trace the footsteps of one of the Old West' most colorful characters, 'Wild Bill' Hickok. This takes them through Springfield, Missouri, over into Lawrence, Kansas, (which is also a great stop for Supernatural fans) and at Abilene, Kansas. They then make their way to Dodge City and visit two National Parks before returning through Utah. ____________________________________S03 Ep137____________________________________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 recount their adventurous road trip across eight states in seven days. They explore quirky roadside attractions, delve into the history of Route 66, and share their experiences with unique stops, including an alien encounter in Aurora, Texas, and the famous Cadillac Ranch. ____________________________________S03 Ep136____________________________________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 quirky and weird roadside attractions found in the Northeastern United States. They discuss various oddities, from the famous Paper House in Rockport, Massachusetts, to the giant Big Duck in Flanders, New York. ____________________________________S03 Ep135____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Jeremy and Amy spend a few days in and around Boston. We dive into the significance of the Freedom Trail, share our experiences at various points of interest, and highlight day trips to nearby towns and attractions. ____________________________________S03 Ep134____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
In this episode of Unscaled Travel Show, we’re taking a closer look at the most haunted highways and roads that crisscross the United States — phantom hitchhikers, lonely empty roads, one road in Florida that should probably be shut down, and an on-going question: why are these ghostly figures always young women in white dresses?? Weird. ____________________________________S03 Ep133____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Fog rolls in, the lights flicker, and San Francisco’s ghosts wake again.From the restless souls of Alcatraz to the lingering spirits of the Westin St. Francis, the Queen Anne Hotel, the Presidio, and the iconic Cliff House — Jeremy and Amy uncover the eerie stories that still haunt the Bay.____________________________________S03 Ep132____________________________________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 some of the most haunted hotels across the United States. They share personal experiences and stories from various locations, including the Queen Mary in Long Beach, the Bourbon Orleans Hotel in New Orleans, the Emily Morgan Hotel in San Antonio, the historic Concord's Colonial Inn, and haunted hotels in Las Vegas. Each hotel has its own unique history and ghostly tales, making for a captivating discussion on dark tourism and paranormal activity.____________________________________S03 Ep131____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
From pink palaces to cowboy boots the size of Cadillacs, the West Coast has never been afraid to get weird.In this episode of Unscaled, Jeremy and Amy head west for a tour of the coast’s strangest still-standing attractions — starting with California’s flamboyant Madonna Inn, where every room looks like it was designed by a glitter-happy geologist. They wander through redwood kitsch at Trees of Mystery, chat with Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox, and lose themselves among dinosaurs at Oregon’s Prehistoric Gardens.From Washington’s seaside oddities — including Marsh’s Free Museum and the World’s Largest Frying Pan — to Seattle’s restored Hat ’n’ Boots, California’s Giant Artichoke, and Oregon’s hand-built fairytale wonderland, the Enchanted Forest.____________________________________S03 Ep130____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
From Florida’s mysterious Coral Castle to Georgia’s rainbow gnome caves and Tennessee’s underground waterfall, the Southeast has never shied away from strange roadside attractions.In this episode of Unscaled, Jeremy and Amy explore the oddball icons still standing — including mermaids that perform underwater shows, a peanut big enough to tower over a town square, and a thrift store made entirely from lost airline luggage.We’ll also double up on Lookout Mountain, where Rock City’s neon gnomes meet the glowing waters of Ruby Falls, and end with Atlanta’s eeriest nature walk, the Doll’s Head Trail.Because in the Southeast, if it’s weird enough, someone’s probably built it, painted it, or dressed it up in neon.____________________________________S03 Ep129____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
Cheese castles, corn palaces, giant ketchup bottles — the Midwest has perfected the art of the roadside oddball. In this episode of Unscaled, Jeremy and Amy roll through the heartland to find the attractions that are still standing (and still weird) in 2025.From Wisconsin’s sprawling House on the Rock to Minnesota’s world-famous ball of twine, South Dakota’s corny palace, Michigan’s gravity-defying Mystery Spot, and more, it’s a full tour of Midwest kitsch. We’ll even pay tribute to a cheese fortress, a pickle barrel cottage, and a massive ketchup bottle that doubles as a water tower.Because in the Midwest, bigger isn’t just better — it’s usually stranger.____________________________________S03 Ep128____________________________________Connect with us on social media: Instagram: @unscaledtravelshowTwitter: @fullmetaltravlrFacebook: @fullmetaltravelerWebsite: https://www.unscaledtravelshow.com/
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/
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