Explore every episode of the podcast Tripology: Travel Podcast
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| Pakistan Police Force Deployed to Protect Us! | 31 Aug 2024 | 00:39:33 | |
This week we received hospitality and kindness like never before! Taken in by a Pakistani local, treated like family and sent on our way, Pakistani people really are special. However, the Pakistan Police Force showing a keen interest in a foreigner's whereabouts is also to be expected when travelling Pakistan, even if that means deploying armed officers to sleep in the room next door! Have you experienced security like this whilst travelling? Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our Patreon: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| The Ancient Tribe of Kalash Valley | 24 Aug 2024 | 00:30:53 | |
After a brief tea break where we almost converted to Islam, we made our way to Kalash Valley, to stay with the indigenous Kalash people: an ancient tribe residing in the area for thousands of years. Kalash Valley is both beautiful and peaceful, and if you stay there long enough, you may just get invited to a wedding! The Kalash people are considered unique among the people of Pakistan; with a population of around 4000, they traditionally practice a form of ancient Hinduism. The women are known for wearing incredibly bright and decorative handmade garments, which you may have already seen on a documentary or two! Thought to be the descendants of Alexander the Great's warriors, some Kalash people have fair skin, blonde hair and blue eyes. Have you encountered an ancient civilization? Send your stories and messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Listen on Pocketcasts: https://pocketcasts.com/tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our Patreon: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Toilet Trouble on 24-Hour Night Bus! | 22 Jun 2024 | 00:31:32 | |
Who knew it was so difficult to book a hotel room in Ahmedabad? Sleeping in the outdoor food court of a hospital wasn’t exactly what we had in mind but it felt safer than the streets! Little did we know the 26-hour bus journey we were about to embark on was going to see Adam embarrass himself in front of a bus load of Indians. An honest mistake or poor judgement? You decide! We'd love to hear from you! Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcsast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| The Journey to Jamnagar | 15 Jun 2024 | 00:29:31 | |
After an incredibly turbulent 12-hour bus ride from Mumbai, we arrived in Jamnagar shaken but not stirred. Continuing the mission to learn as much as possible about Alun’s Polish grandparents, we headed to a school in Balachadi, just outside Jamnagar, where they studied back in the 1940s. ‘Rice 4 Breakfast’ makes a comeback with the best Pav Bhaji we’ve had in India- and in the state of Gujarat no less! Tune in to hear all about our whirlwind 48 hours in Gujarat! We'd love to hear from you! Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Turning 30 & Travelling Dirty! | 08 Jun 2024 | 00:30:25 | |
It's party time! Alun turned 30 this week and we celebrated his birthday in style! Presented with a birthday gift live on air, Alun looks back on a decade of travel and offers insights into how it feels to be travelling at 30. We also reflect on what's been an incredible two months in Mumbai. Mumbai will, for many reasons, always hold a special place in our hearts; a true turning point in the TRIPOLOGY story. Recorded live from a hotel with a no-star rating, we're travelling through Gujurat and heading north to the mountains. Now is a great time to join the adventure! Are you a seasoned traveller? We'd love to hear from you! Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our Patreon: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the show to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Valivade: India's Polish Refugee Camp | 01 Jun 2024 | 00:32:57 | |
We set off on a 48-hour mission to uncover Alun's family history. After catching a night bus 9 hours south of Mumbai, we had just one day to discover as much as we could about Alun's Polish Grandparents, who lived in Valivade during the 1940s. We struck gold before breakfast, managing to meet the local Governor, who happily escorted us around the village and nearby city of Kolhapur, ensuring the trip exceeded our wildest dreams! The Polish refugee camp in Valivade was the largest camp for Polish refugees in India. From 1942-1948, around 5,000 Poles lived there, mainly women and children. Have you travelled in search of your family history? Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our Patreon: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Bus Scam in Delhi! | 25 May 2024 | 00:31:45 | |
It’s Adam’s turn this week, as he recounts his city break to India’s capital Delhi. If being scammed on bus rides and meeting promiscuous Indian men is your bag, be sure to tune in! Other highlights include visiting the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra, as well as indulging in the best street food India has to offer. Have you been scammed whilst travelling? Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our Patreon: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Lost in a Wildlife Sanctuary! | 18 May 2024 | 00:34:10 | |
Alun takes off on a road trip to Murud, south of Mumbai, Maharashtra. His inability to navigate results in a few wrong turns and he ends up lost in Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary without as much as a drop of water to his name. Have we not told you how hot it is here? If the dehydration doesn’t get him, the leopards will! Tune in for lots of animal trivia and heartwarming travel advice, as we share how to make the most of any trip in the face of adversity. Is that a mouse or a deer? Or a Jack Russell? Have you been lost in the wilderness? Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Financial Fraud Abroad! | 11 May 2024 | 00:31:03 | |
Adam's experiencing money troubles, with the Canadian tax authorities hot on his tail. Being locked out of your bank account and accused of committing financial fraud is never ideal, especially when you're travelling on a completely different continent. Is this Digital Nomad life really for him? The back half of the episode is heavily weighted towards Tuk-tuks and personal hygiene, as Alun will stop at nothing until every Tripologist is washing their bottom with water. Don't you dare let him catch you with toilet paper! Had trouble with your finances whilst travelling? We'd love to hear your story! Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Missing Items: Lost or Stolen? | 04 May 2024 | 00:33:09 | |
Alun’s received the lion’s share of bad luck in the hostel, as his possessions continue to go missing. Are the hostel staff to blame or is there a backpacker thief on the loose? Listen, as we investigate and insinuate. Alun gets his revenge by performing what can only be described as the greatest train stunt Churchgate Station has ever seen. Check out our Instagram page to see the action unfold! ‘Rice 4 Breakfast’ is back with a carb-heavy offering. Fried potato in a bun? It can only be the iconic Mumbai Vada Pav! Which items have you lost whilst travelling? Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Elephanta Island: The Ancient Hindu Caves | 27 Apr 2024 | 00:31:17 | |
If you hadn't already heard, it's unbearably hot in Mumbai. So, true to form, like two British tourists, we decided to wait until the sun was at its most powerful and take a boat trip over to Elephanta Island, to discover the ancient Hindu caves. Strange behaviour from the security guards ensured we didn't hang around for long! Alun's in his element, deep-diving into Hinduism, and in the second half of the episode we share another edition of 'Alun's Miscellaneous Travel Item', where we discuss a contentious topic involving dorm room etiquette- Hold the phone! We'd love to hear your funny dorm stories! Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Why You Should Ditch Your Bucket List! | 20 Apr 2024 | 00:37:12 | |
Back to our roots with some alternative travel chat. Creating a bucket list can be a useful tool in helping you achieve your travel objectives. But have you ever considered the disadvantages of having a bucket list? Tune in this week as we discuss the negative impact your bucket list could be having on your travels. We've also got a brand new edition of Tripping Point to share with you! If you like Mr. & Mrs, you're bound to love this! What's on your bucket list? Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Armed Escort to the Afghanistan Border! | 17 Aug 2024 | 00:33:22 | |
Surreal and excessive! This week we were escorted to the Pakistan/Afghanistan border by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police. Leaving Islamabad and heading west, we spent 3 days in Peshawar: a great city just 50kms from the Afghanistan border. We tried our best to blend in and move around with some degree of freedom; however, we were informed by our hotel staff that armed security was essential. Travelling in a convoy towards the Khyber Pass and accompanied by a team of heavily armed policemen, we arrived at Jamrud Fort- built in 1836 by Hari Singh Nalwa, Commander-in-chief of the Sikh Khalsa Army, the army of the Sikh Empire. Keep a low profile and listen from a safe space! What did you think of the episode? Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Listen on Pocketcasts: https://pocketcasts.com/tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Gudi Padwa: Hindu New Year! | 13 Apr 2024 | 00:31:32 | |
We've made Mumbai our home! We're loving life in India's most dynamic city. This week we celebrated Gudi Padwa (Hindu New Year) in south Mumbai's Colaba district. Vibrant street parades, hypnotic percussive performances, and jaw-dropping traditional costumes! Stay tuned until the end as we tackle another question from a listener in 'Hostel Common Room'. Send us your India travel stories! Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. Episode filmed & recorded at Awfis BKC Parinee Cresenzo, Bandra East, Mumbai. | |||
| Dharavi: Inside India’s Largest Slum | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:31:30 | |
Initially, the idea of visiting the largest slum in India didn’t sit well with us, but after speaking with a number of backpackers who had, we were reassured that instead of being intrusive and voyeuristic, it was in fact an opportunity to educate ourselves. Dharavi in Mumbai is a sprawling residential & commercial area covering more than 500 acres! Housing 1 million registered residents and a reported 1 million more who remain unregistered, Dharavi is a densely populated, compact labyrinth filled with wonderful communities and thriving businesses. Have you had a similar experience? What did you learn? We'd love to hear from you! Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Celebrating Holi Festival in Mumbai! | 30 Mar 2024 | 00:32:44 | |
We celebrated Holi Festival in Mumbai! This week's more colourful and psychedelic than ever, as we describe our incredible experience of the Hindu festival Holi. Technicolor outfits, throwing paint at strangers, and drinking beverages that intensify one's emotions; this week's a real party! Come join the fun! Have you celebrated Holi in India? We'd love to hear from you! Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| The Meeting in Mumbai | 23 Mar 2024 | 00:35:13 | |
Witness this monumental moment in TRIPOLOGY history: Adam and Alun have both travelled to Mumbai, India, as they begin the journey of a lifetime. This new and exciting phase will see Adam and Alun travelling India together. There's never been a better time to subscribe and follow the podcast! If you have any tips or advice for India, we'd love to hear from you! Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Trespassing at a Portuguese Palace! | 16 Mar 2024 | 00:36:41 | |
Guilt-Tripology may be more accurate this week, as Adam admits trespassing on the grounds of a grand palace in Sintra: UNESCO World Heritage Site near Lisbon, Portugal. Alun's broadcasting from Kerala, India. Beating the heat and trying his best not to melt, he delivers the latest edition of 'Tripological Reasoning'. What would you do?! Have you broken the rules whilst travelling? Send your stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Surfer's Paradise in South Asia | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:29:57 | |
Alun's hanging loose and beach bumming in Kerala, India. South Asia is a Surfer's Paradise and Alun's surf lessons, coupled with his determination and unconventionally short haircut start producing impressive results. In the second half of the episode, 'Alun's Miscellaneous Travel Item' sees the return of the fiercely debated topic 'Top Bunk vs Bottom Bunk'. It's a fair fight and one which may have resulted in the genesis of the first ever TRIPOLOGY Hostel. Where's your favourite surfing destination? Send your stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Flamenco in Southern Spain! | 02 Mar 2024 | 00:32:12 | |
Hungover to high heaven but fuelled by his love for Seville, Adam shares his experience of life in Andalusia, Southern Spain: Flamenco dancing, incredible local food, stunning architecture, and more sunshine than you can shake a stick at! Alun's broadcasting from Kerala, Southern India, and he's cooking! Fresh from a trip in Sri Lanka, he's been riding all the waves and hanging all the tens! Which travel experience took your breath away? Send your stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Exploring Sri Lanka by Tuk Tuk | 24 Feb 2024 | 00:28:23 | |
Adam & Alun are joined by a long-awaited guest on the podcast, it's Jonny: Alun's loyal travel buddy through Southern India and Sri Lanka. Having explored Sri Lanka by tuk tuk, we hear how Alun & Jonny visited Adam's Peak, which Alun describes as "one of the worst things I've ever queued for!" Luckily, they subsequently ripped through 'Elephant Road' on their tuk tuk, which delivered some breathtaking wildlife encounters. What did you think of this episode? Send your messages to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Holiday Romance: Relationships & Travel | 17 Feb 2024 | 00:30:02 | |
Love is in the air! Recorded on Valentines Day, we join Adam & Alun for all things relationships and travel. Is it possible to find true love on the road? Does travel support relationships? Are backpackers constantly at it? All this and more on today's romantic holiday! We also share an email from a listener in the latest edition of Hostel Common Room. If you have any questions about Working Holiday Visas, be sure to tune in! Are you a travelling couple? Have you found love on the road? Send your travel romance stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Returning to the UK After 3 Years in Canada | 10 Feb 2024 | 00:31:56 | |
After more than 3 years in Canada, and jet-lagged to high heaven, Adam returns to the UK to spend time with his family. One of the quintessential travel experiences, 'returning home' is an emotional rollercoaster us long-term travellers live many times over, but that doesn't mean it gets any easier. Alun's in Sri Lanka, loving life at the beach, and has promised to share his magical experiences in upcoming episodes. We also hear the latest instalment of 'Rice 4 Breakfast', and if you've ever eaten a traditional Turkish breakfast, you know what's up! How did you feel when you returned home? Send your stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| First Impressions of Islamabad, Pakistan | 10 Aug 2024 | 00:30:40 | |
It's farewell to India and hello to Pakistan! After an exceptional 6 months travelling India, we reflect on our time there, discuss what we've learnt, and get all excited about landing in Islamabad: Pakistan's modern capital. Islamabad is a city that’s really taken us by surprise! Peaceful, calm, and extremely clean, Islamabad is a breath of fresh air; the city’s a great starting point for a tour around Pakistan. We also play a game of Tripological Reasoning and bus rides are the theme. Make sure you've eaten your breakfast before listening! Have you travelled Pakistan? Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Mugged at Knifepoint in Bangalore! | 03 Feb 2024 | 00:33:58 | |
Alun's wondrous travels through India take a frightening turn in Bangalore, when he's cornered by two guys on a motorbike and threatened with a knife. In this tense episode, Alun describes his terrifying experience of being mugged. In an attempt to lighten the mood, Alun introduces a new game to the podcast. Alun gives Adam hypothetical travel scenarios he must negotiate, in order to train and prepare him for his travels in the near future. Lights, Camera, Action! If you have any comments or stories to share, please send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Adam Becomes Canadian! | 27 Jan 2024 | 00:28:18 | |
Start the celebrations! Adam has finally achieved Permanent Residency in Canada! Adam has been working towards his Canadian status upgrade for 3 years and is extremely excited to share the news, but what does this mean for TRIPOLOGY? Alun's journey through India continues, as we hear how his experience is influenced by his interest in Hinduism, and we play another round of everyone's favourite travel quiz show: Tripping Point. If you have any questions about Permanent Residency for Canada, please send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Nightmare Night Bus in India! | 20 Jan 2024 | 00:26:47 | |
Alun arrives in India, as a stranger's finger arrives in his mouth! Was this invasive act completely innocent or did the assailant wait until Alun had fallen asleep to make his move? You decide! Alun recounts his nightmare bus journey from Jaipur to Mumbai, as well as his New Year party antics (in a parallel universe), and Adam finally reveals the name of his new item on the podcast... Hang on a minute. Rice for breakfast? Have you had a nightmare bus journey? Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Hiking the Himalayas: Interview w/ Emmie & Lucas | 13 Jan 2024 | 00:32:53 | |
The third and final part of our 'Hiking the Himalayas' series concludes with an interview with Emmie & Lucas. Alun completed the trek with Emmie & Lucas, forming the triumphant trekking trio, and they've now reunited in Kathmandu to debrief one another and discuss their experiences. A very true, very special bond developed whilst on the road. We hear them reminisce about the physical and mental challenges, the crazy angles of a tea house, the questionable yet surprising uses for yak dung, and the ironic anti-climax of seeing the world's tallest mountain: Mount Everest. Have you visited Nepal? Are you inspired to hike the Himalayas? Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Hiking the Himalayas: Three Passes Trek - Part 2 | 06 Jan 2024 | 00:37:00 | |
The journey continues... Adventurous Alun has reached the halfway point of the Three Passes Trek, passing Everest Base Camp and heading towards Kala Patthar, Gorak Shep, Lobuche, and Gokyo, before returning to Namche Bazaar. Encountering the most challenging day yet, the efforts of Alun, Emmie and Lucas are rewarded with jaw-dropping scenery, including the bluest lake imaginable. We'd love to hear about your hiking adventures! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Hiking the Himalayas: Three Passes Trek - Part 1 | 30 Dec 2023 | 00:41:26 | |
If you've ever wondered what it's like to hike the Himalayas, this is the series for you! Adam & Alun connect once again, as Alun shares his daily account of hiking along the Three Passes Trek through the Himalayas in Nepal. Using a series of live voice recordings, Alun was able to document each day trekking through the mountains. Expect stunning scenery, questionable fire fuel, and a high dose of altitude sickness! The Three Passes Trek is located in the Everest Region (Sagarmatha National Park) and takes trekkers across three high passes: Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La. We'd love to hear about your favourite hikes! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| The Birthplace of Buddha: Lumbini, Nepal | 23 Dec 2023 | 00:33:53 | |
TRIPOLOGY Podcast celebrates its 1st Birthday! Alun's in good spirits as he joins us from Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha. Alun's keen interest in Buddhism motivates him to go against the travel advice of other backpackers, exploring Lumbini and learning more about Siddhartha Gautama aka The Buddha. Alun shares his experiences in Chitwan, including a safari in Chitwan National Park. The spectacular wildlife is so abundant that it makes seeing a rhinoceros a walk in the park! Have you visited Chitwan or Lumbini? Send a story to tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| First Impressions of Travel in Nepal | 16 Dec 2023 | 00:33:01 | |
Alun's back with a bang and loving life in Nepal. Having dusted off the backpacker cobwebs in Kathmandu, Alun's well and truly back in the groove, broadcasting from a hostel in Chitwan. We introduce a new feature without any warning whatsoever. Tune in to hear all the things Alun loves about Nepali people. Get your tastebuds ready! Have you travelled Nepal? Tell us a story! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Alun Leaves Canada Once Again! | 09 Dec 2023 | 00:31:38 | |
Alun's leaving Canada but where's he off to? Join us as we discuss travel etiquette, airplane food hacks, and the controversial act of airport drinking. Adam finally confronts his weakness for tomato juice, and Alun thinks ping pong balls could be smoother. What are your airplane habits? Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Borneo Rainforest Leopard Encounter! | 02 Dec 2023 | 00:32:10 | |
Join Adam & Alun for a bedtime story, told from within their natural habitat: the hostel dormitory. Adam shares a magical tale of his time trekking through the Borneo Rainforest. Whilst meandering off-track in Borneo's 'Lost World', he was incredibly fortunate to encounter one of the jungle's rarest, and arguably most beautiful, creatures: the clouded leopard. Which animals have you seen in the wild? Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Tiger Hunting on the Bangladesh Border! | 03 Aug 2024 | 00:31:37 | |
Alun’s quest to see wild tigers continues as we head to Sundarbans mangrove forest in the Bay of Bengal. Rickshaws, taxis, trains and many boats took us to the largest mangrove forest on planet earth. Wildlife enthusiasts travel from all over the world to spot tigers here. Did we get lucky? Tune in to find out! The Sundarbans, located in the south-west of Bangladesh and eastern India, is the largest contiguous mangrove forest in the world; 60% of the property lies in Bangladesh and 40% in India. The site supports exceptional biodiversity in its terrestrial, aquatic and marine habitats, and is considered a core breeding area for a number of endangered species: the Royal Bengal Tiger, Ganges and Irawadi dolphins, estuarine crocodiles, and the critically endangered endemic river terrapin. Have you seen an endangered species in the wild? Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| North Korea, Aliens, and a German Fugitive w/ Hostel Manager Remi Lambeau | 25 Nov 2023 | 00:26:11 | |
What on earth, or off earth, is going on this week? We're joined by Remi, a well traveled hostel manager, who shares quite possibly the most insane hostel story we've ever heard. North Korea, the CIA, and communicating with extra-terrestrials? Buckle up, folks. It's about to get weird! Do you have any crazy hostel stories? Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Volunteering in Africa: Is it Ethical? | 18 Nov 2023 | 00:32:43 | |
Voluntourism is big business. The concept behind western tourists wishing to make positive contributions to less fortunate communities is a noble one; however, the ramifications can result in doing more harm than good. Alun shares his experiences of teaching and volunteering in various countries in Africa. Choosing the right organisation, the right orphanage, and possessing the right skillset is imperative to making the right decision. What are your thoughts on Voluntourism? Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Forbidden Thai Food & Travel Transformations w/ Fergus Wilson-Boddy | 11 Nov 2023 | 00:28:16 | |
Emotions are running high in this heartwarming episode. Adam & Alun have travelled to a hostel in Nelson, British Columbia, and are joined by Fergus: a fellow British backpacker. We discuss Fergus' profound realisations, childhood memories, forbidden Thai food, and some cold hard truths about holidaymakers. We would love to hear your travel stories! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Tourist Traps & Ancient Wonders: How To Ensure Reality Meets Your Expectations | 04 Nov 2023 | 00:34:45 | |
So, you've been excited for months about visiting a destination, reading travel blogs, watching YouTube videos, and spending hours staring at photos on Instagram, only to arrive at the destination to find it's crowded with hordes of tourists. "Hidden gem" sound familiar? Adam shares his experience of exploring temples in Kyoto, Japan. Whilst Alun describes his visits to Machu Picchu, the Pyramids of Giza, and Petra in Jordan. Did these ancient wonders meet his expectations or did the reality leave him disappointed? Do you have similar examples you'd like to share? We would love to hear your travel stories! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| 24 Travel Experiences That Will Change Your Life | 28 Oct 2023 | 00:30:53 | |
Strap in for this one! Join Adam & Alun as they dissect an article published by one of Europe's oldest and most important travel magazines. Doing their best to remain impartial and evaluate the article objectively, they discuss the 24 travel experiences that promise to change your life. Here's a link to the article: https://www.wanderlust.co.uk/content/25-life-changing-travel-experiences/ We would love to hear your backpacking stories! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Motorcycle Crash in Vietnam! | 21 Oct 2023 | 00:33:17 | |
Brace yourself! It's the backpacker's almost inevitable nightmare: Alun recounts the story of a dangerous accident he had whilst riding a motorcycle through Vietnam. Purchasing a motorcycle without having ever ridden one was maybe Alun's first mistake but don't worry, it gets worse! Travelling from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, and discovering the incredible country of Vietnam by motorcycle, is a trip we highly recommend - Just try to learn how to ride the motorcycle before setting off! Have you had a narrow escape whilst travelling? We would love to hear your backpacking stories! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Picky Eaters: Do White People Hate Flavour? | 14 Oct 2023 | 00:33:14 | |
Finally, a food episode! Join Adam & Alun as they discuss Western eating habits, questionable ingredients, and unethical cultural traditions. Adam also recounts a shocking interaction he had with an elderly lady whilst living in Hong Kong. Food culture forms a huge part of why we travel, allowing us to gain a better understanding of a people's practices, beliefs, and relationship with food. We're frequently challenged and constantly learning, and we love it. Eat local, and eat everything. We would love to hear your interesting food stories! Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Hostel Life: Free Breakfasts & Morning Routines | 07 Oct 2023 | 00:37:20 | |
Adam & Alun get out of bed early and congregate around the breakfast table. Hostel life forms a huge part of any backpacking trip and a good morning routine can make your day. Coffee in hand, the boys discuss their preferences when it comes to free breakfasts, sleepy dormitories, and the best way to attack the day. Do you have funny travel stories you'd like to share? Send us an email at tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Sailing to Antarctica: The Failed Expedition | 30 Sep 2023 | 00:23:31 | |
Alun's got the bit between his chattering teeth, as he recounts the attempt he made to stowaway on a research ship sailing to Antarctica. For a long time Alun has wanted to reach Antarctica, after spending a year on each of the world's six other continents. Choosing Ushuaia, Argentina, as his jumping off point, he spent a month knocking on every door in the ship yard. Wrap up warm as we hear of freezing temperatures, little white lies, and an unwavering determination. Have you been to Antarctica? How many continents have you travelled? Send your messages and travel stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Alun's Unexpected Return to Canada! | 23 Sep 2023 | 00:34:57 | |
Alun’s back in Canada after a year on the road. Reunited with Adam, and finally recording LIVE in the same space, we hear of his turbulent journey to Vancouver, involving a sleepless night in a London hostel where he was ambushed by a fellow backpacker. The start of a new era for TRIPOLOGY Podcast, now is a great time to join the global community. Have you been ambushed in a hostel? Send your messages and travel stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Tired, Drunk & Duty Free: Dubai Airport Special | 27 Jul 2024 | 00:32:47 | |
We’ve left India! Live from Dubai airport, and thwarted by a 14-hour delay, we recorded our first ever airport special. Spoiler alert: we’re on our way to Pakistan, but not before enjoying everything Dubai airport has to offer. Tired, drunk, and duty-free, this episode is sure to spark your wanderlust. What’s wrong with taking advantage of the perfume testers? Would a fly be able to board a plane and settle in a new destination? And does landing in an airport mean you’ve visited the country? Tune in to hear all this and more! What's your favourite airport? Send a message to tripologypodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@tripologypodcast Join our Patreon: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Listen on Castbox: tinyurl.com/tripologycastbox Feel free to recommend the podcast to family & friends (all of them). Please rate the show and help us grow! It makes a HUGE difference. Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| The TRIPOLOGY Reunion: A New Chapter | 16 Sep 2023 | 00:29:45 | |
Battling long distances, multiple time zones, and less than stable wifi connections has certainly presented its challenges. Yet, ironically, Adam and Alun have never been closer. Reflecting on a year of learning, dedication, and sacrifice, we also look forward to the next chapter of TRIPOLOGY Podcast. Something tells me exciting times are ahead. Stay tuned for the second half of the episode as we witness the latest round of everyone's favourite travel pop quiz. It's Tripping Point! Is there a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Send your messages and travel stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Thrilla in Manila: 48 hours of Madness! | 09 Sep 2023 | 00:33:47 | |
Beginning in Hong Kong, with a wild street party, Adam recounts his journey from Hong Kong to Manila, the capital city of the Philippines. An intense 48 hours involving famous actresses, panic attacks, incredible Filipino food, and lots of dancing, this is one hell of a weekend Adam will never forget... or remember?! Do you like to party whilst traveling? Send your messages and travel stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| Stung by a Bullet Ant in the Amazon Rainforest! | 02 Sep 2023 | 00:31:56 | |
The Bullet Ant has the most painful sting of any insect, producing waves of agony that can last 24 hours. Whilst volunteering at a wildlife rehabilitation centre in the Amazon Rainforest, Alun was unlucky enough to experience the world's most painful insect sting! Alun describes his jungle life caring for monkeys, as well as what it might feel like to have your hand blown off! Have you been stung by a jungle critter? Send your messages and travel stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||
| What Is 'Begpacking' and Is It Acceptable? | 26 Aug 2023 | 00:32:46 | |
We're putting your moral compasses to the test this week! The term 'Begpacking' is a portmanteau of the words 'beg' and 'backpacking', and refers to the unethical behaviour of certain backpackers who seek donations towards their travels from locals and tourists. Often sitting by the side of the road in busy tourist districts, with complete disregard for local culture and community, these audacious and inconsiderate 'Begpackers' seem willing to stoop extremely low... but should we be so quick to judge? What are your thoughts on 'begpacking'? Send your messages and travel stories to tripologypodcast@gmail.com You can support the show by subscribing and recommending us to friends. Please rate the show and help us grow! It may only take a minute but it makes a HUGE difference. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast PATREON: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Thank you for your continued support. It means the world. | |||