Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Long Distance Lounge: More Than Travel
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| Australia's Wild Northern Territory with David McMahon | 16 Jun 2025 | 00:52:37 | |
Aussie outback guide David McMahon spends his life surrounded by crocodiles, snakes and any number of creatures that can kill you in Australia's Northern Territory. Is it as dangerous as it sounds? Should you be afraid to visit? Hear from a guy who lives among the wildest area of the wildest country. David started as a chef in South Australia, but today he guides guests into the remote places he loves in Arnhem Land, Kakadu National Park and more. With host Tim Sweeney, David discusses the significance of the local Indigenous culture, the diversity of languages in "The Territory", and the challenges of living alongside dangerous wildlife in his role as a lead guide for Venture North Safaris. His passion for spending life in "The Bush" and his experiences in the wild provide listeners with a vivid picture of life in this extraordinary part of the world, and the host chimes with a few of his own yarns from a visit to Darwin and the Top End of Australia. Subscribe to the podcast and share with friends. Logo by Kyle Johnston Designs | |||
| Visiting Normandy D-Day sites with local French guides | 27 May 2025 | 00:48:43 | |
Ever thought about visiting Normandy, France? Local Normandy D-Day guides join host Tim Sweeney to share some of the heroic, personal stories you will hear if you take a trip to the Normandy region of France. Morgane Bowen and Pierre-Alexandre Roussel spend their days sharing the knowledge they've gained as local Normandy tour guides for Bayeux Shuttle. Morgane, who has lived in the area for a decade, and Pierre, who grew up in Normandy, explain the welcoming nature of the local people and what it's like to bring visitors to the sacred beaches and villages of Normandy. The host shares how his own visit to Normandy impacted him and they discuss the scale of the invasion, the legacy of sacrifice, and practical advice for planning a visit to this historic area. Subscribe to the podcast and share with friends. Logo by Kyle Johnston Designs | |||
| Life Inside the Tour de France with Cycling Journalist Andrew Hood | 12 May 2025 | 01:02:22 | |
Longtime cycling journalist Andrew Hood talks to host Tim Sweeney about his journey from small town daily newspaper reporter in Colorado reporting on ski vacations of the royal family to becoming a prominent figure in cycling journalism for Velo. Plus, how to plan your trip to the Tour de France, what it’s like to be inside the circus of world’s great bike races, and the craziness of camping out with cycling fans on the side of a French mountain. They also discuss the current state of cycling and the evolution of the sport in America. Having forged a media career in an era that has seen disappearing print outlets and the birth of social media, Hood offers career advice on the importance of being adaptable to change in your professional life and how community journalism was an ideal training ground. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Background 02:41 - Journey into Cycling Journalism 09:05 - The Evolution of Cycling in America 14:56 - Community Journalism and Its Impact 19:01 - Breaking into the Cycling World 22:48 - The Rise of American Cycling 34:55 - Covering the Tour de France: A Journalist's Perspective 43:24 - The Challenges of Reporting in a Fast-Paced Environment 46:36 - The Fan Experience at Cycling Events 50:24 - The Publicity Caravan: A Unique Cycling Tradition 52:33 - Exploring Alternative Cycling Events 57:20 - Riding Iconic Climbs: A Cyclist's Journey 01:01:28 - The Current State of Cycling: Trends and Predictions Subscribe to the podcast and share with friends. Logo by Kyle Johnston Designs | |||
| Great Barrier Reef Scuba Dive Guide Michelle Barry | 29 Apr 2025 | 00:50:00 | |
Michelle Barry, a scuba diving instructor based in Cairns, Australia joins host Tim Sweeney to discuss the beauty and diversity you can experience on a visit to the Great Barrier Reef, the immersive sensory experience of diving, and the importance of reef conservation. Hear what it's like to have a massive bull shark swim meters beneath you from a woman who has spent a great deal of her life underwater. A Master Reef Guide with Pure Snorkeling, Michelle also shares her journey from growing up in New Hampshire in the US to learning to dive in San Diego to moving to Queensland, Australia to do what she loves in one of the most premier places on earth to do it. The conversation also touches on the health of the reef, the impact of climate change, and the role of tourism in conservation efforts. Chapters 01:10 02:26 03:33 06:13 08:57 09:42 12:34 18:10 21:15 24:32 27:51 43:05 50:10 Subscribe to the podcast and share with friends. Logo by Kyle Johnston Designs | |||
| Iceland's West Fjords with Renaissance man Rúnar Karlsson | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:56:24 | |
Rúnar Karlsson chats with host Tim Sweeney from Ísafjörður, Iceland, where he runs Borea Adventures with his partner, Nanný Arna Guðmundsdóttir. Rúnar, Nanny and their team take worldwide visitors on wildlife photography trips, ski touring adventures, whale watching cruises, and hiking and kayaking trips in the remote West Fjords of Iceland. 05:05 - Life in the Westfjords 10:37 - The Remote House and Its History 16:08 - Wildlife Photography and Nature Exploration 18:55 - Skiing Adventures in Iceland 21:32 - The Unique Experience of Remote Living 33:17 - Digital Detox in Nature 44:05 - Travel Tips for Iceland 49:59 - Career Paths and Life Lessons 55:29 - Exploring Iceland: A Unique Perspective 55:39 - Career Insights and Alternative Paths Subscribe to the podcast and share with friends. Logo by Kyle Johnston Designs | |||
| Introductory Episode: Long Distance Lounge podcast | 03 Apr 2025 | 00:06:13 | |
Travel author and global adventurer Tim Sweeney goes on virtual visits to far-flung places by interviewing guests who live and work in locations that have a spot on every traveler’s bucket list. As the title suggests, the podcast harkens back to the days when people might strike up a conversation with a passing stranger at an airport bar during a layover (as opposed to looking down at their cell phone the entire time). Subscribe to the podcast and share with friends. Logo by Kyle Johnston Designs | |||