In this edition of Radical Travel, Justin Jones discusses how technology is changing the world of travel. From ubiquitous internet, even in developing nations, to backpackers with smartphones, packed with apps and information — it’s a much different world than it was just a few years ago. We chat with David Hoffman video travel blogger and author of a travel guide book series available at DavidsBeenHere.com – he shares his favorite apps and gadgets and talks about how his tech has changed travel...
Jun 24, 2013•35 min
In this edition of Radical Travel, Justin Jones shares his personal struggles with Travel Addiction and Reverse Culture Shock after recently returning home to California. We interview Rebecca Good our travel psychology and addiction specialist to learn a little more about the psychology of travel addiction and how to cope with reverse culture shock . We also hear from Twitter and Facebook followers about their own struggles and coping strategies for returning home after long term travels. Subscr...
Jun 12, 2013•31 min
In this edition of Radical Travel, Justin Jones shares some of his favorite tips for traveling smarter, better, and cheaper. This week’s guest, Jonathan Roseland is a bio-hacking, life-hacking, and travel-hacking expert who runs the Limitless Mindset website and podcast , dedicated to teaching you how to live a better life. . He shares his tips for not losing things while traveling, not getting robbed, beating hangovers on the road, and getting free language lessons and dates from locals! This e...
May 27, 2013•37 min
Being an eco-conscious traveler isn’t always easy. In this edition of Radical Travel, Justin Jones shares what it’s like to visit a Guatemalan garbage dump, and why you should always try to recycle, even when traveling abroad. Hear from Green Travel Expert, Richard Hammond of GreenTraveller.co.uk about how you can significantly lower your carbon footprint by just changing one thing about the way your travel. Also, Don Cayelli of Gomadic.com tells us about the Sun Volt Solar Charging System. Lear...
Apr 29, 2013•33 min
In this edition of Radical Travel, we discuss Volunteering Abroad, from what kinds of programs are available to where you can go. We chat with Katie Boyer, Volunteer Director at GoOverseas.com , and she shares some of her experiences volunteering overseas and gives insight into what kinds of volunteer programs are available overseas, and how to choose the right volunteer program for you. Justin Jones shares his story of helping to build a school house in a rural Guatemalan pueblo. We also hear f...
Apr 15, 2013•32 min
From the world’s worst toilets to the truth about traveler’s diarrhea, this week on Radical Travel, we take an in-depth look at how to stay healthy while traveling in developing nations. Traveler’s Diarrhea or Montezuma’s Revenge or whatever you want to call it is a real health issue, but one that not many people don’t like to talk about. We chat with Dr. Jane Wilson Howarth, author of the book , How to Shit Around the World and she shares the informative and entertaining truths of bacteria, wat...
Apr 01, 2013•37 min
If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to take better photos while traveling, you’re going to love this episode. Justin Jones talks with travel photographer Ken Kaminesky who has been published in National Geographic, about what it’s really like work as a travel photographer. We also get some great tips on how to take better travel photos from Jens Lennartsson, a lifestyle and travel photographer from Sweden who blogs about photography at TheZenPhotographer.com . You’re going to love getting to know...
Mar 18, 2013•37 min
In this edition of Radical Travel, Justin Jones and friends share some of their favorite crazy travel stories. Hear how Justin was tracked by a Puma in the Honduran Jungle,how Malcolm managed to survive for 2 weeks in Bangkok with no money, living in a shanty town with a friendly local, and how Styx nearly died on an isolated beach when he got pinned between his truck and a fence, naked. Also, Paul gets the bomb squad called on him in Cuba, and Rachel, the buxom young American gets some interest...
Mar 04, 2013•35 min
In this edition of Radical Travel, Justin Jones takes on Study Abroad! You’ll learn how to study find the right program for you, as well as how to make the most of your time while you’re overseas. We talk with Andy Steves, son of legendary travel and guidebook writer, Rick Steves, about his company, Weekend Student Adventures, and we’ll learn why if you’re studying abroad in Munich, it’s actually a cultural learning experience to cheers beers at Oktoberfest! We also chat with Teresa York, a Stud...
Feb 18, 2013•37 min
Studying a language abroad can be one of the most valuable things you can do as a traveler. Learning to speak the local lingo will open a lot of doors for you and really help you to get off the tourist track and connect with local people and local culture. Justin Jones discuses how learning Spanish in Mexico and Guatemala last year made his travels in Central America so much more fulfilling. Hear from teacher and language expert, Brandon C Lake about his thoughts on language learning and his per...
Feb 04, 2013•33 min
In this episode of Radical Travel, Justin Jones explores what it means to be an Overland Traveler. Learn about all the different overland journeys you can make across the globe, including the Ultimate Train Challenge that takes you from Lisbon to Saigon and what it’s really like to drive a truck down the Pan American Highway from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego. We talk with Guy Deckard from Wide Angle Wandering about his Land Cruiser adventures, and he shares some strategies for crossing borders and...
Jan 21, 2013•36 min
Justin Jones traveled to The Copan Ruinas in Honduras for the celebration of the solstice, the end of the 13th Bak’tun on the Mayan long count calendar , and one hell of a festival. Hear what it was like to experience the end of an era (that some believed would be the end of the world), at the ancient Mayan ruin site. The festival included the Honduran Philharmonic orchestra, a psytrance rave, fire-spinning hippies, and sneaking into the ruins after midnight to drink beers in the rain with the s...
Jan 07, 2013•28 min
Justin Jones shares some Holiday Travel Tips for anyone planning on traveling this holiday season. You’ll also hear what it’s like to spend Christmas at the beach in New Zealand, Hanukkah on a Caribbean island in Honduras, and how the locals party for the holidays in El Salvador and Peru. Hear some of the strangest Christmas traditions from around the world, including a log named Caga Tio that poops presents in Spain and a traditional Christmas Eve meal in Japan that consists of Kentucky Fried C...
Dec 24, 2012•27 min
Justin Jones shares some of his Work Abroad experiences, from Working in hostel and a bar in New Zealand, to delivering meat pies for a bakery in Australia. You’ll also hear from backpackers who have worked abroad giving bike tours, working at a winery, and one crazy talented traveler who shoots video while kayaking whitewater rapids! We interview Rick Iorio, an American, who gets gets to rock climb and play with baby puma cubs while working at The Springs , a 5 star resort and spa in La Fortuna...
Dec 10, 2012•36 min
Host, Justin Jones was robbed while walking from a bar to his hotel in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua . Hear the story of how it happened, what they took, and what it was like to deal with the Nicaraguan Tourist Police. And find out how he eventually got his trademark hat back! Hear tips and advice on how to avoid getting robbed in the first place from Travel Risk Management Expert, Tony Ridley, of Travel Risk Management Solutions . Also hear from Shannon Semmerling, Director of Corporate Communica...
Nov 26, 2012•34 min
Join your favorite travel junkie, Justin Jones , as he takes Radical Travel back on the road, and travels to Granada, Nicaragua. Learn a little bit about Nicaraguan culture, from hectic markets to multicultural bars to ancient churches and Caribbean street poets. Have a cup of strong Nicaraguan coffee with Tio Antonio, of Cafe de las Sonrisas , a cafe where all the workers are deaf and mute. Learn a little bit of history about Granada’s churches, and a crazy-but-true fact about freshwater sharks...
Nov 12, 2012•35 min
In this episode, Justin Jones discusses how to pick the perfect backpack for your travels, and also, how to pack it! Ryan Eula, co-founder of the backpack manufacturing company, Mazula , shares his expert advice on backpacks and he shares stories of hiking the epic 220 mile John Muir Trail while raising money for the National MS Society . Hear packing tips and suggestions from other travelers, including some surprising things that some travelers never leave home without. Subscribe with your favo...
Oct 22, 2012•34 min
In this episode of Radical Travel, Justin Jones talks to the manager of the Adelaide Hostel in San Francisco California about how she went from an English girl on holiday in America to living in San Francisco and managing on of the city’s top hostels. You’ll also hear from hostel guests about their experiences making friends, and finding love at the hostel. In the Tips and Tricks segment, Ted Boler, manager at The Green Tortoise Hostel shares some advice for booking hostels online. Subscribe wit...
Oct 07, 2012•31 min
In this episode of Radical Travel, take a peek inside the world of Burning Man ! Justin Jones shares his passion for this annual festival of art, community, and culture in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, and shows you why the ephemeral Black Rock City is his favorite travel destination in the world. He speaks with Maria Scileppi, the artist behind the Journey Home Project , Vijay Mehrotra, Associate Professor at the University of San Francisco, and the self-appointed Executive Director of the Black ...
Sep 24, 2012•27 min
In this episode of Radical Travel, you’ll hear stories of travels gone wrong and learn how travelers can benefit from being relaxed, flexible, and going with the flow. From closed museums to missed flights, hear some tips and tricks for dealing with travel tragedy from Justin Jones and his guest Ruby Tuesday, editor for World Travel Buzz . Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Apple Podcasts Android RSS The post Radical Travel – Going with the Flow – How Not to Freak Out When Things Go Wro...
Sep 10, 2012•30 min
This episode is all about travel sex. Learn the best backpacker pickup lines and where to have sex in youth hostels . Justin Jones shares the truth about travel sex, and speaks with Will Peach, founder of TravelSexLife.com , where you can share your tales of travel sex, and learn a thing or two about sex around the world. Subscribe with your favorite podcast player Apple Podcasts Android RSS The post Radical Travel – Travel Sex: The Truth About Sex on the Road appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net ...
Aug 26, 2012•31 min
Meet your host, Justin Jones , writer, world travel expert, and founder of World Travel Buzz . Justin discusses what it really means to get bitten by the proverbial travel bug. Hear how he first got bit, and how his subsequent misadventures lead him into some dodgy situations, with some strange characters — All part of the process of becoming a traveler! He interviews Eric Tiettmeyer, founder of Student Traveler Magazine , who shares some stories of how he first got bit by the travel bug, and ho...
Aug 13, 2012•27 min
