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From revisiting Japan’s iconic okonomiyaki and Hiroshima’s unique food culture to smashing personal milestones at the Dubai Marathon. We chat upcoming travel plans spanning pyramids in Egypt, honey in tombs (yes, it’s still edible), and a dog festival in Nepal. Plus, we reminisce about New Year’s Eve shenanigans, from whisky-fueled rock nights to barely making it for Dubai’s fireworks. With laughs...

We kick off the episode with the clumsiest start ever, you will not want to miss it. We then dive into the holiday spirit—did we enjoy Christmas? (We’re especially curious if Shelby survived, since she’s a self-proclaimed Christmas Grinch). We chat about our favourite presents to try and bring the Christmas spirit back to Shelby. Things take a turn when Shelby makes her argument against designer d...

New Year, new resolutions—Scott’s taken on his biggest goal yet: running a 100-mile race. Yep, you heard that right—100 miles! We dive into why he’s tackling this insane challenge and how he’s preparing for it. Meanwhile, Shelby’s promising to let Scott cook more in the kitchen (we’ll see how long that lasts). We also chat about our travel plans for 2025 and reflect on what we’ll do differently ne...

We’re diving into the chaos and charm of Christmas—why we love it, why it costs so much, and whether consumerism has officially gone too far. Note, Scott and Shelby struggle to agree on this one. Scott’s has a festive revelation (he’s now a mulled wine convert), Shelby’s once again failed her mission to ready for Christmas early. We debate whether licking your Christmas card envelopes is festive o...

Ever heard of an airport clock where the time is literally painted on minute by minute or an airport that has no announcements? We explore this unique airport. We are also surprised to learn what “slag room” means in Deutsch, it's not what you expect. Over in Delhi, we discuss and laugh about the odd rule the government has introduced to deal with the pollution. Plus we learn why so many homeless...

From Mexico’s food poisoning disaster which involved an uncomfortable open toilet door policy, a bonding experience we’ll never forget. Scott’s “Wicked” performance in a Bradford and Yorkshire accent—let’s hope he doesn’t get cancelled. Shelby shares her embarrassing plane story, it combines sleeping pills, dirty farts and an embarrassing realisation. In the serious corner, we dive deep into the a...

Get ready for a wild ride as we fumble through Scott’s accidental innuendos, attempt to survive an escape room, and rank our all-time favourite horror films. We reminisce about Blockbuster nights (RIP) and try to decode Gen Z slang—what even is “skibbidi”? Plus, Shelby's very serious love for Wicked takes us to Guernsey for the premiere, where we unpack the bizarre interviews with Ariana Grande an...

This time, we’re talking personal bests—yes, we both crushed our race times, and we did it in Paula Radcliffe’s hometown! But before you think we're all about running, we're also venting about tipping culture in the USA (spoiler: we’re not fans) and the three reasons we’d never settle there. Things take a darker turn when Shelby shares her wild encounters with murderers during her travels—don’t wo...

We’re diving into everything from phone addiction to Scott's brother nearly becoming a tram pancake in Munich. We discuss the funny differences of Black Friday between the USA and UK. Plus, Scott’s controversial and maybe bizzare approach to gift-giving, definitely not the traditional gifts you would expect to receive—Am I a bad son? We also revisit our most hated airport and unpack a bizarre new...

This time, we’re coming to you live from an airport (because why not?), and we’ve got some exciting changes! We’re now keeping things tight with 30-minute episodes, so buckle up for more content in less time. We also dive into a wild weekend at a friend’s wedding held at a haunted Château in France—where the ghosts are real, and the history is spicy (we’re talking Nazi generals, people). Oh, and d...

This time, we tossed out the script, letting us flow freely into topics like the impact of remote work on relationships and Scotts ridiculous story of how his obsession got him cattle prodded. Shelby shares a bizarre three-minute goodbye rule at an airport—no chance we could stick to that with our marathon PDA! And Scott has an interesting but annoying fact about the dreaded ‘wheel of death.’ We d...

This week, we’re raising a glass to Mainz, the wine capital of Europe, and Scott’s over-the-top excitement for upcoming stag dos! Join us as we recount our wild trip, which includes a hilarious mix-up with our accommodation that had us feeling like we were playing "knock a door run." From Shelby’s sofa blunder to awkward moments with our neighbours, you won't want to miss these tales. We also tack...

This week, it’s all about embracing the chaos. Picture this: Scott’s gearing up for the biggest challenge of his life, but first, we’re battling Italian traffic – where drivers have zero patience yet take all the time in the world. Add in failing to charge an electric car, squeezing in meetings, and running errands like headless chickens. Oh, and can you guess what took 50,000 hours and £3,750 mil...

We are excited to share with you our first-ever guest interview with Nicole from Yarns for the Soul. From interviewing some of the world’s most dangerous minds to questioning the very nature of good and evil, Nicole takes us behind the scenes of her life as a lawyer, giving us a chilling insight into the darker side of humanity. We also chat about her globe-trotting adventures, and how we’ve now a...

We’re enjoyed our extra month in the UK, catching up with family and friends, but now we are back traveling with lots of updates. In this episode we also get irritated by how airport security rules are just guidelines at best—Midlands Airport gets it right, but Manchester? Hard pass. Learn what our experience was like visiting the Vatican and the Colosseum, our third wonder of the world, a big tra...

Ever wondered what makes our hearts tick? Well, we’re diving into the world of love languages to find out! We’re taking an online quiz to discover if we’re all about words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service, or receiving gifts. Come on this journey of self-discovery and building on connections.  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Can we keep our podcast a secret from Scott’s mum? We find this out plus the strange world of LARPing, an RPG (Role Playing Game) game in real life. Wasteland is one of the biggest LARPing events themed on the Mad Max fall out. Where characters are made and gifts are exchanged. We also debunk a big Hollywood myth, is it thumbs up or thumbs down? We realise there is a lot we still don't know in the...

We explore dark tourism after braving the catacombs, chat with Rhod Gilbert about his comedic take on battling cancer, and ponder why adult women seem to have fewer friends than men. We also learn how Scott came inches away from crashing Shelby's car. Plus, discover the unheard sustainable benefits of CNG energy and hear about Shelby’s unexplained itchy bones. -------------------------------------...

Brace yourselves, because this week’s episode is packed with all the wild, weird, and wonderful stories you never knew you needed! Shelby and Scott get so relaxed around each other that we literally have to run to the toilet mid-hug. Yep, you heard that right! Then, we jump into some side-splitting (and utterly mortifying) anecdotes about moments when Scott found himself in need of a change of pan...

Shelby shares mind-bending facts about mummies, and Scott explores the weird world of tongues. Plus, we've got an inside scoop on India, how being a tourist gave us a humbling insight into the dark side of being a celebrity. From dodging selfie requests at historic sites to Shelby's heartwarming act of kindness, it's a rollercoaster of cultural collisions and unforgettable moments. And in our trav...

Join us as we dive into the craziness of Mumbai, from spicy food that made us ill to an Airbnb nightmare. We share our bizarre experience at a comedy show and the scare of Scotts Mum thinking we had been kidnapped. Our travels then take us to Paris, where we recount our Roland Garros adventure, spotting Ben Stiller, meeting tennis stars like Coco Gauff, and enjoying perfect weather. And of course...

Scott shares his epic run through Japan's scenic landscapes, from tackling language barriers to connecting with the local running community on Suo Oshima. Meanwhile, we delve into the profound experience of visiting Hiroshima's museum, a place that leaves you speechless with its personal narratives. Join us as we reflect on the unsettling reality of earthquakes, discussing our encounters in Indone...

In this episode, we dive into the statistics of our audience (prepare to be surprised by who our core listeners are), teach you how to spot the difference between Australian and New Zealand accents, and delve into the world of Audio Porn. Plus, we share some of our top travel experiences in Japan, including a vegan gyoza and ramen cooking class, along with an unbelievable attraction recommended by...

Join us as we hurdle past the ominous "episode seven" curse and dive deep into the significance of the number seven. From its status as a lucky number in various cultures to Snow White's iconic seven dwarfs, we explore its fascinating symbolism. But that's just the beginning, we share travel tales, from the hilarious correlation between condom quality and bananas in Asia, to wild ping-pong shows i...

This is very much an episode of 2 halves In the first half, we dive into our adventures in Japan, from navigating the intricacies of obtaining a China visa to immersing ourselves in the wonders of Universal Osaka, where we explored Super Nintendo World and dived into the enchanting realm of Harry Potter. We'll take you through Japan's meticulous architecture, it’s incredibly organised and clean st...