New York State's Odyssey
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This week on the pod, the boys talk about New York State's Odyssey, from Troy to Ithaca in about two hours. Also, Ryan interviews historian Daniel Koch about why so many upstate towns have classical names. Things Talked About on the pod: Land of the Oneidas: Central New York State and the Creation of America, from Prehistory to the Present Classical Place-Names and the American Frontier "Coming Into the Country" by John McPhee Greek cities of the South Mr. Peanut Novel
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Traveling The Odyssey
Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast
This week on the pod, the boys talk The Odyssey, and Ryan speaks with Laura Coffey about her Homeric travels chronicled in her book, Enchanted Islands: Travels Through Myth & Magic, Love & Loss. Things We Talked About: Enchanted Islands: Travels Through Myth & Magic, Love & Loss MAP - The Odyssey: A Mythical Journey through The Real World Laura Coffey on Instagram:
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Parkitecture
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This week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” Kiernan takes us through the history and artistry of Parkitecture—the architectural design of America’s National Parks! Plus, Ryan researches the ideal number of days to go on vacation. Things We Talked About in This Episode: Colombia’s Literary World Cup shirt Insight Guides Parkitecture President Truman tickling those rustic ivories “Park and Recreation Structures” Ideal Vacation Length Conor Knighton is a Patriot
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Traveling The USA For The World Cup With NPR’s Ava Berger
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This week on the pod, the boys talk about their favorite subject: sports. The World Cup is captivating everyone, and the many visitors to the USA are soaking up all the Americana. Ryan chats with NPR’s Ava Berger about what’s captivating them. Things We Talked About in This Episode:
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The Foods of Lebanon with Anissa Helou
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This week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” Kiernan chats with one of our all-time favorite guests—food writer and researcher Anissa Helou. She’s just published “Lebanon: Cooking the Foods of My Homeland” and spills the secrets of tabbouleh, falafel, skewered meat, hummus, labneh, and many other Lebanese specialities. Things We Talk About in This Episode: Anissa’s last interview with us “Lebanon: Cooking the Foods of My Homeland” Pope Leo at the Sagrada Familia
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Return Trip: Rocky Mountain National Park
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This week we take a return trip to episode 122 of Out of Office: A Travel Podcast. Kiernan talks about Rocky Mountain National Park ahead of the busy summer season. From majestic peaks to glassy lakes, RMNP is one of America’s premiere parks with hikes and sights accessible to all age ranges and abilities. Plus, Ryan talks about Peru prep. Rocky Mountain National Park The Stanley Hotel Grand Lake Lodge Allenpark Lodge Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ The Donut Haus Falcon Guide “The Motorcycle Diaries” The New Yorker’s “Flight Attendants...
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Standout Beaches
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This week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” 2 of the palest podcast hosts in the business spotlight 6 amazing beaches across the US, Mexico, South America, and Southeast Asia. Things We Talk About on Today’s Episode: Ocean City, Maryland Northern Shore MA Beaches – Crane Beach, Wingaersheek Beach, Plum Island, Coffins Beach Barú, Colombia An Bang Beach, Vietnam Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Brighton, England Pope Leo’s Peru Harvard’s ties to slavery
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Bronx Zoo
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This week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” Kiernan covers the history and highlights of the Bronx Zoo. We also touch on Scientology, Mitt Romney, callings to the priesthood, and Colombia’s biodiversity. Things We Talk About on Today’s Episode: Little Red Lighthouse Bronx Zoo William Temple Hornaday and the Bison The Atlantic’s “Best Free Restaurant Bread in America” by Caity Weaver Trump’s photo added to US passports
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Spain’s Andalusian Costa del Sol
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This week on Out Of Office, Ryan and Kiernan explore Spain’s Costa del Sol, from Málaga’s layered history of Roman and Moorish influence to Marbella’s relaxed, sun-soaked Old Town. It’s a quick dive into how this region became a global tourism hotspot, blending culture, beaches, and just the right amount of indulgence.
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Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park
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This week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” Kiernan takes us to one of Europe’s greatest natural treasures: Plitvice Lake National Park in Croatia. Beautiful ice-blue lakes and gorgeous waterfalls are lined with easy-to-navigate boardwalks, and hiking trails traverse the whole park. Plus, Ryan isn’t moving to Austria as early as we thought! Things We Talked About in Today’s Episode: Rick Steves is on tour! Rick Steves interview Plitvice Lakes National Park Plitvice Hikes Titanic drone show Map of art and cultural destruction in Iran
info_outlineThis week on “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” Kiernan chats with one of our all-time favorite guests—food writer and researcher Anissa Helou. She’s just published “Lebanon: Cooking the Foods of My Homeland” and spills the secrets of tabbouleh, falafel, skewered meat, hummus, labneh, and many other Lebanese specialities.
Things We Talk About in This Episode:
Anissa’s last interview with us
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/out-of-office-a-travel-podcast/id1438098925
“Lebanon: Cooking the Foods of My Homeland”
Pope Leo at the Sagrada Familia
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/10/world/europe/pope-leo-sagrada-familia-barcelona-visit.html