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Armchair Explorer: Travel and Adventure Inspiration

Armchair Explorer: Travel and Adventure Inspiration

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Award-winning podcast featuring interviews with the world’s greatest adventurers, immersive travel documentaries recorded on location, deep dives into cultures around the world, and inspiration for how to life to the fullest. Hailed as “inspiring storytelling” by the New York Times, and “Ear candy for listeners” by the Washington Post, past guests include Conrad Anker, Ed Stafford, Kristine Tompkins and many more legends of travel and adventure.© 2023 Armchair Explorer Ciencias Sociales Escritos y Comentarios sobre Viajes
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  • IMMERSION: ‘We Will Never Fade:’ Protecting Native History at Tamástslikt

    IMMERSION: ‘We Will Never Fade:’ Protecting Native History at Tamástslikt
    Jul 28 2025
    We thought we knew the Oregon Trail… Turns out, we only knew half the story. “The settling of the West,” says Bobby Conner, “was the unsettling of the West for our people.” In this episode of The Hidden Trails of Oregon, we’re exploring the past, present and future of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla tribes, whose ancestral homelands stretch across Eastern Oregon. In 1993, the 150th anniversary of the Oregon Trail, tribal leadership attempted to build a center to tell the story of the trail from a Native American perspective. But they were denied funding. So on August 12th, 1993, a wagon train celebrating the anniversary was interrupted at the reservation border by Natives on horseback. One rider was Antone Minthorn, chairman of his tribal council. He spoke in protest of the poverty and unemployment affecting his people. But also of his vision of a place for learning and research; for a different perspective on manifest destiny. It worked. Funding was secured and soon the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute opened its doors. We’re taking an immersive, sound-rich journey through this world-class museum. You’ll hear horses rumbling across the grassy plateau, storytellers in winter lodges, ringing bells and worshipers in song and prayer. We’ll sit down with Bobby Conner, director of the Institute, to talk about the achievements, aspirations and concerns of her community. And we’ll explore the meaning of a phrase you’ll find emblazoned on the walls of the final exhibit: Cháwna mun na’ámta–We will never fade. 🧭 Planning a visit? Tamástslikt Cultural Institute is just outside Pendleton, Oregon, and trust us, it’s worth the detour. You’ll leave changed. Learn more at TravelOregon.com and Tamastslikt.org 🎧 Next up, we’re sticking around Eastern Oregon to uncover more hidden trails. So hit subscribe and follow us wherever you get your shows. Special thanks to Bobby Conner and all the staff at Tamástslikt Hidden Trails of Oregon is produced by ⁠Armchair Productions⁠. Jason Paton wrote and produced the episode with Aaron Millar, who also presented the show. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠betterhelp.com/ARMCHAIR⁠ and get on your way to being your best self. FOLLOW US: Instagram: ⁠⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast⁠ ⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast⁠⁠ Newsletter: ⁠⁠armchair-explorer.com⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • ADVENTURE: Biking Around the World with a Mystery Illness

    ADVENTURE: Biking Around the World with a Mystery Illness
    Jul 15 2025
    "There are people out there that have found incredible success in ultra-running and things by being tough as nails…and it just doesn't work for me.  But what I can do is wake up in the morning and be like, oh, like I'm gonna stop for a coffee in 10 miles and that coffee's gonna taste so good…Relying on speaking positively to myself and…to other people, I think offers a lot more potential” – Chris McCaffrey Chris McCaffrey didn’t set out to cycle around the world to break a record or prove a point. He did it to chase something deeper. Joy, connection, and the quiet, personal legend we all carry inside us. But in the process, he faced a near-death illness in Vietnam, and was misdiagnosed with dengue. He pushed on through the Australian outback running on empty and eventually crossed the Colorado Rockies in a blizzard to make it back home. 18,000 miles, 17 months alone, and two brushes with death. But somehow, it all became less about finishing the journey and more about learning how to keep moving forward with gratitude and self-kindness. This is not just an adventure story, it’s a story about how we talk to ourselves in the moments that matter most. It’s about the power of mindset. And it’s about how joy, not toughness, is the real fuel for going the distance. FIND OUT MORE Follow Chris and continue the ride: ⁠@chrisinthecold⁠ FOLLOW US: Instagram: ⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast ⁠Facebook: ⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast⁠ Newsletter: ⁠armchair-explorer.com⁠ CONNECT WITH US: If you enjoy the show, please subscribe on whatever podcast player you’re reading this on right now. Go on, do it! It helps us grow the show and continue to bring inspiring travel stories your way. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ARMCHAIR and get on your way to being your best self. Armchair Explorer is produced by ⁠Armchair Productions⁠. Aaron Millar wrote and presented the show, Charles Tyrie did the audio editing and sound design. Jason Paton is our lead producer, and our theme music is by the artist ⁠Sweet Chap⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • PATHWAYS July: UFO Parking, Shark Attacks, and Biking Around the World

    PATHWAYS July: UFO Parking, Shark Attacks, and Biking Around the World
    Jul 8 2025
    Every month on Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what’s coming up this month on Armchair Explorer. It’s part travel hangout, part behind-the-scenes, and a whole lot of part “wait, you did what?” Special Offer: we’ve revived our ⁠NEWSLETTER!⁠ (scroll to the bottom of our homepage to signup) And contact us for a free copy of our fearless leader Aaron Millar’s ebook: ⁠The 50 Greatest Wonders of the World⁠ Award-winning travel journalist Aaron Millar reveals the greatest wonders of the world and the insider secrets on how to see them. From where to catch the perfect sunrise over the Grand Canyon to how to swim up to the very edge of the Victoria Falls, this is a road map for discovering the greatest experiences of your life. 🌍 This Month on Pathways: Around the World by Bike with Chris McCaffrey Meet Chris McCaffrey, an adventurer from Boulder, Colorado, who biked across the world. Sounds epic already—but halfway through his 17-month journey, he caught a mystery illness that nearly ended it all. From pushing through a near-fatal illness to profound reflections on adventure and risk, his story hits hard and goes deep. 🦈 Surviving a Great White Shark Encounter Our very own landlord (yep, you read that right), Patrick, drops by with a jaw-dropping tale—literally. While filming great whites off Guadalupe Island, a 21-foot shark ripped the cage apart with him still inside. It’s terrifying, intense, and weirdly philosophical. Bonus: He’s got a viral video and a calf tattoo to prove it. 👽 Discovering South America's Hidden Wonders with Dylan Thuras Follow Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras on a quest to discover South America’s hidden wonders. From the Last Incan Bridge and the Machu Picchu of the North to the Everlasting Lightning Storm and a statue of a squid fighting a whale the size of the statue of liberty, this is an epic ride through Colombia, Venezuela, Bolivia and Peru’s weirdest and wildest wonders. The stuff glittering in the shadows that you may never have heard of before, but you’ll be desperate to see after. ✈️ Travel & Misconceptions We revisit past guests who shared their experiences traveling in places like Iran. Travel writers Pico Iyer and Drew Binsky reveal a truth that’s easy to forget: People are not their governments. From saintly ceremonies to warm hospitality, these are glimpses of humanity we don’t see in the headlines. 🌟 New Segments, Bad Puns & Surprises in the Studio We introduce a few new segments, share laughs, bad puns (Jason, looking at you), and catch each other off guard. This is Armchair Explorer at its most unpredictable, unscripted, and fun. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ARMCHAIR and get on your way to being your best self. 🌏 Ready to Explore?If you're into real stories of epic places told by the people who’ve lived them, make sure to subscribe—that way you choose the adventure, not the algorithm. 📸 Instagram: ⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast⁠ 📘 Facebook: ⁠@armchairexplorerpodcast⁠ ⁠Armchair Explorer⁠ is produced by ⁠Armchair Productions⁠. Aaron Millar and Jason Paton presented the show, Charles Tyrie did the audio editing and sound design. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Featured Article: Pack Your Bags and Press Play—These Are the Best Travel Podcasts Ever


If you're getting ready to plan a trip or just experiencing the pull of some serious wanderlust after the last couple years of restrictions, travel podcasts are an excellent way to get inspiration for your next adventure. No idea where to get started? Not to worry—we’ve curated a list of the best travel podcasts available to help make your next dream trip a reality. Happy listening—have fun wherever your travels take you!

Featured Article Pack Your Bags and Press Play These Are the Best Travel Podcasts Ever
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