{"podcast":{"title":"Travel Is Back: 8 Minutes. One Destination. Let's Go!","slug":"travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686","podcast_index_feed_id":4903686,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/4952649/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.podpage.com/travel-is-back/","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/47f558ccf8a9969c2be292592e888dcd.jpg","author":"Caloroga Shark Media / Travel Guides and Tips","episode_count":196,"summary":"“very week, Johnny Mac takes you somewhere worth going. From the fog-draped coast of the Pacific Northwest to the neon-lit stretch of Route 66, from Hawaiian volcanoes to New England in full autumn flame — this is travel writing for people who actually travel. No luxury resorts, no sponsored content, no fluff. Just the real story of a place, told in a way that makes you want to book a flight before the episode ends. Eight minutes. One destination. Let's go.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! Our Travel Store with links and deals CLICK HERE Popular episodes include San Diego, Chicago, Nashville, Montreal and Las Vegas. In some episodes, AI has been used to help refine the intinerary.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-18T00:18:51.758362+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686"},"episode":{"title":"173. Great Smoky Mountains National Park - America's Most Beloved Wilderness","slug":"173-great-smoky-mountains-national-park-america-s-most-beloved-wilderness","published_at":"2025-06-22T07:05:07+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/173-great-smoky-mountains-national-park-america-s-most-beloved-wilderness","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/173-great-smoky-mountains-national-park-america-s-most-beloved-wilderness--66344815","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66344815/tib_smoky_with_auphonic.mp3","summary":"In this episode of \"Travel Is Back,\" join Johnny Mac as we venture into the breathtaking beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America's most beloved wilderness. Discover the best things to do in this stunning destination, from hiking the exhilarating trails of Clingmans Dome to exploring the enchanting Cades Cove, where wildlife and history intertwine. We’ll dive into Great Smoky Mountains travel tips that will help you navigate the park like a pro, ensuring you don’t miss the picturesque views from Newfound Gap Road. Hungry? We’ll also highlight the must-try food and restaurants in nearby Gatlinburg, where you can indulge in delicious Southern comfort food or grab a slice of classic Tennessee barbecue. Whether you're looking to immerse yourself in nature or seeking the perfect family getaway, this episode is packed with insights that will inspire your next adventure. Don’t forget to follow \"Travel Is Back\" and explore our extensive back catalog for more travel inspiration. Travel Is Back — over 200 episodes covering destinations across America and beyond. Some episodes use AI for research, writing assistance, and occasional voiceover when Johnny Mac is unavailable. His point of view, and his insistence on finding the best local taco remains entirely human.","meta_description":"In this episode of \"Travel Is Back,\" join Johnny Mac as we venture into the breathtaking beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America's most bel…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":553,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/episodes/173-great-smoky-mountains-national-park-america-s-most-beloved-wilderness/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/173-great-smoky-mountains-national-park-america-s-most-beloved-wilderness.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}