foXnoMad

foXnoMad Podcast

All the latest travel and tech tips to help you travel smarter by Anil Polat (foXnoMad) who's been to over 110 countries. Combining the background of a cybersecurity expert and adventurer, foXnoMad has been blogging, filming, and showing others how to travel smarter for over 13 years. Where to go, what to take, plus plenty of stories from the road to keep you entertained. New podcasts every other week about about travel, food, culture, and tech.

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Jun 6, 2026

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Episodes

Developing Travel Apps, Motorcycling from Argentina to LA, Secrets to Turkish Food w/my Mom 30.10.2020

In this episode we go behind the scenes of developing my travel apps, the process, and how they're baked. Then we go up the Pan-American Highway on electric motorcycle before my mom joins to talk about cooking Turkish cuisine. WiFox iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wifox/id1130542083?ls=1 WiFox Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxnomad.wifox.wifox&hl=en&gl=US Lo...

Visiting Every Country In The World ft. Stefan Krasowski 09.10.2020

Stefan shares his journey to every country in the world, including his last two stops Yemen and Syria. A fascinating conversation sure to ignite your wanderlust and touch you as well. Every Passport Stamp YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3dbiTv4 Stefan's website: https://rapidtravelchai.boardingarea.com/ Every Passport Stamp Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everypassportstamp Stefan'...

Has Coronavirus Ended The Digital Nomad Lifestyle For Good? ft. Nora Dunn 02.10.2020

Talking with Nora Dunn, who traveled full time for over a decade on whether or not the location independent lifestyle will recover or if it's permanently gone after the 2020 pandemic. We talk about how coronavirus has affected the travel industry, influencers, and how it might actually have a shiny silver lining for digital nomads. Nora's Travel Tips: https://www.theprofessionalhobo.com/travel-tip...

Cameras Getting Small, Apple’s Surprising Moves, Travel the U.S. & Get Paid $50,000! 18.09.2020

Tech is finally going portable but powerful and if you're looking for a new camera for photo or video, recapping what's been a wild new release season so far. Apple's looking to shake things up and airplanes might be flying closer together but for a good reason. Oh, and yeah, want to win $50,000 to travel the U.S.? Let me explain how you can enter to do just that. Sony a7C: https://amzn.to/35N4jbq...

Back From Hiatus, What’s It Like Flying In 2020, Jabra’s Impressive Budget Headphones 04.09.2020

I've missed you all! The podcast is back from hiatus with new travel stories and what that means for your flights in 2020, what's been going on behind the scenes with foXnoMad, and Jabra's headphones that use software to hack your ears for better sound. This episode is brought to you by the Wandering Earl Travel Giveaway, enter to win $300 here: https://www.wanderingearl.com/travel-giveaway/ Music...

Geek Takeover Week 2020 Special! The Science Behind Star Trek Aliens & Biology w/Dr. Mohamed Noor 13.08.2020

Dr. Mohamed Noor is the Dean of Natural Sciences and a Professor in the Biology Department at Duke University, science consultant for Star Trek, and author of Live Long and Evolve: What Star Trek Can Teach Us about Evolution, Genetics, and Life on Other Worlds. We talk about evolution, life on other planets, and what Star Trek has gotten right and occasionally, very, very wrong. Dr. Noor's book: h...

Podcast Hiatus, Does Travel Reduce Racism, What’s the Catch with TravelZoo, plus Covid-19 app Cybersecurity 03.08.2020

Right before the foXnoMad Podacst goes on a short summer break, I talk about why the break is happening plus a look back on the first 9 months of the podcast. We also explore some common travel cliches and the science on whether or not travelers are more tolerant people, how TravelZoo's cancel-anytime refund policy really works, and I respond to some questions about contact tracing apps. A fascina...

Solo Female Travel on Motorcycle across Oman, Pakistan, India & more ft. videographer Rosie Gabrielle 22.07.2020

Rosie Gabrielle spent a year traveling all across Pakistan and has motorcycled around multiple countries including Oman, South Africa, and India. We talk about what it's like traveling on two wheels as a solo woman, managing her very popular YouTube channel from the road, and stories about the families she stayed with and more. Adventures that will inspire you! Rosie Gabrielle on YouTube: https://...

Pakistan’s Unlicensed Pilots, Scariest Flight, & Flying Q&A w/ Pilot Behind Tasha’s Travel Diaries 17.07.2020

Talking with commercial airline pilot who writes Tasha's Travel Diaries about her experience flying, unlicensed pilots in Pakistan, what severe turbulence really it, plus your questions from nervous flyers to perks of being a pilot. Tasha's Travel Diaries: https://tashastraveldiaries.wixsite.com/blog Tasha on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZdz7MWLxIs09v41lLSo_Q/featured Tasha's Travel...

WWDC Recap: What Apple Has in Store for Users & Developers in 2020 ft. Brian Selcik 26.06.2020

My guest and I go over all that Apple announced at their annual Worldwide Developers Conference, the hidden horror show during the presentation, and how the Apple is changing for people of different generations. Brian's guest post: https://foxnomad.com/2020/06/09/what-to-know-before-moving-to-college-in-chicago/ https://foxnomad.com https://www.youtube.com/c/foXnoMad https://www.instagram.com/foxn...

Solo Female Travel In India For 2 Years ft. Cristina Boronat 22.06.2020

Talking to Cristina Boronat about her time in India, what it's like traveling solo in the country for 2 years, advice for other women planning a trip, and the love story that brought her there. During the conversation Animal Aid Unlimited in Udaipur and Sheroes in Agra comes up, for more information: https://animalaidunlimited.org/ https://www.sheroeshangout.com/ https://foxnomad.com https://www.y...

What The First Post-Corona Flight Out Of Europe Was Like w/ Liz Aceves 19.06.2020

Find out what it was like to be on one of the very first flights out of Europe after coronavirus lockdown in a conversation with my guest, Liz Aceves, We talk about what it was like in Spain during quarantine plus how COVID-19 has changed the travel industry and how to might affect your travels.

What It’s Like For A Woman Traveling In Pakistan ft. Ellie Quinn 12.06.2020

A conversation with blogger Ellie Quinn about her recent trip to Pakistan. Why she decided to go, what it's like traveling there solo and with friends, visiting the mountains, plus her experience crossing the border overland from India. The Wandering Quinn: https://thewanderingquinn.com Ellie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewanderingquinn/ The Wandering Quinn on YouTube: https://www.you...

No More Carry-On Bags, Ordering Tech Right Now, Plane Turbulence Crashes, India vs. Pakistan, Plus Some Story Time Advice 29.05.2020

How lithium-ion batteries might help travel post-COVID-19 and whether or not there's a golden age of tech deals coming up in the fall. Can turbulence bring down a plane? Plus some behind the video scenes of my India vs. Pakistan travel video. The Problem With Stowing Lithium-Ion Batteries on Planes https://www.consumerreports.org/electronics/problem-with-stowing-lithium-ion-batteries-on-planes/ Is...

I Don’t Miss Travel & Fitness Tips For Lockdown and Beyond ft. Christos Monastiriotis 15.05.2020

A lot of people have been asking me how I'm coping with not traveling and the answer might surprise you. Talking about the benefits of traveling when you can't plus talking about staying in shape mentally and physically with owner and trainer at RT Training & Performance Center, Christos Monastiriotis. Taking a deep dive and answering your questions! RT Training & Performance Center: https...

Intentionally Scammed in India, DJI Drone Traveler’s Delight, Apple Gets its Groove Back 30.04.2020

Behind the scenes of one of my most popular projects getting scammed in India on purpose and discussing the new DJI Mavic Air 2, plus all things Apple with my guest Brian Selcik. What Happens When You Say YES To Every Scam In India...AGAIN!? https://youtu.be/bgjWqnzTBzA DroneMate app iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dronemate/id1262734151?mt=8 DroneMate Android: https://play.google.com/store/a...

Mafia Tips For Quarantine, Benefits of Lockdown Reading, Life In Bali, & Zoom Security Flaws Analyzed 17.04.2020

Advice on the best ways to survive quarantine by someone who spent 8 years in solitary confinement, why reading is different that other forms of lockdown entertainment, chatting with Derek Baron in Bali, and a look at Zoom's security zoomed out. How An Ex-Mob Boss Survived Isolation https://youtu.be/Tw9CQMSicF8 6 Benefits of Reading Every Day https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/585137/6-benefits-r...

Venice Corona Dolphins Aren’t Real, iPhone Might Be Virus Effected, Your Pakistan Travel Questions 30.03.2020

Coronavirus: Lockdowns continue to suppress European pollution: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-52065140 Coronavirus Has Slashed Global Air Pollution. This Interactive Map Shows How: https://earther.gizmodo.com/coronavirus-slashes-global-air-pollution-interactive-m-1842473790 If You Live With Air Pollution, You're Already More Vulnerable to Covid-19: https://earther.gizmodo.com/if-you...

Your Coronavirus Lockdown Stories From Around The World 27.03.2020

A different kind of episode today, reading and sharing your stories from around the world. Where you are, how you're getting by, and what you're doing to pass the time. Plus, some guest appearances from some of my travel blogging friends! Photos and more in the video version: https://youtu.be/sgZYq2H2-ps Big thanks to all of my newsletter subscribers! https://foxnomad.com/contact/newsletter/ And m...

No-Corona Zone, Bulgarian Grandmothers, Best City Battle Royale 13.03.2020

Keeping it light on viruses, bright in Bulgaria, and talking fight in Best City 2020. Joe Rogan Experience - Michael Osterholm: https://youtu.be/E3URhJx0NSw A Bright Display Of Martenitsa In Bulgaria: https://foxnomad.com/2011/05/19/a-bright-display-of-martenitsa-in-bulgaria/ Best City 2020 Sweet 16 Voting: https://foxnomad.com/2020/03/10/vote-to-name-one-of-these-sweet-16-best-city-to-visit-in-20...

Camera Gear, Istanbul’s Bloody Head Cult, 2 Types of Travel Regrets 28.02.2020

A look at the decision making process into getting good travel gear, in particular cameras, why so many people in Istanbul have bleeding heads, and two travels share their regrets after very different experiences. Worst travel decision: https://www.insider.com/traveled-solo-alone-worst-decision-of-my-life-2019-2 4 Lessons of after 4 years: https://www.lostwithpurpose.com/four-years-travel/ Can you...

Fastest Flight Ever, Pakistan’s Buses, Elon’s Electric Planes, India Travel Tips, Best City 2020? 14.02.2020

Why planes are flying faster than ever this week, Pakistan's buses might be the world's best, what to watch out for in India, and getting ready for the ultimate travel tournament. British Airways record flight: https://www.npr.org/2020/02/09/804266975/british-airways-sets-speed-record-crossing-the-atlantic-in-under-5-hours Airplane altitude and climate change: https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/ai...

Secret Food Stall In Kathmandu, Coronavirus Masks For Travelers Explained, Body Hacking Jet Lag 02.02.2020

A look at the effects of Nepal's earthquake 5 years ago on today's tourism there, the best places to get local dishes in Kathmandu, plus what coronavirus really means for travelers. Plus I look at a few resources to help you hack your body clock to overcome jet lag as quickly as possible. Rajesh's Nepalese Restaurant Berlin: https://youtu.be/cZMMTk2eb2I Nepal's Earthquake: https://en.wikipedia.org...

Opium Festival In Pakistan, Cuba Travel Realities, Flying & Climate Change 17.01.2020

Recapping one of the strangest events I attended yesterday in Lahore, Pakistan plus what you might not know about Havana's iconic classic cars, and whether or not skipping planes helps the environment. Madhu Lal Hussain Shrine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madho_Lal_Hussain Does Traveling Age You? https://foxnomad.com/2014/06/17/traveling-age-physically/ Flight Shaming Flawed Logic: https://www.s...

CES Travel Experience & Best Tech FromThe 2020 Show 10.01.2020

What it's like to attend CES and going over some of the craziest travel tech from this year's show. I'm here in Las Vegas to share with you Delta's Parallel Reality screen, Dell's folding laptops, the smartest headphones I've ever worn, robotic ping pong, and more! Delta's Parallel Reality Screen: https://youtu.be/IVU2CE6jQ5I Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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