{"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":"174. Yosemite National Park - Cathedral of Stone and Water","slug":"174-yosemite-national-park-cathedral-of-stone-and-water","published_at":"2025-06-29T07:05:07+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/174-yosemite-national-park-cathedral-of-stone-and-water","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/174-yosemite-national-park-cathedral-of-stone-and-water--66344816","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66344816/tib_yosemite_auphonic.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Travel Is Back, join Johnny Mac as we explore the breathtaking Yosemite National Park, famously dubbed the \"Cathedral of Stone and Water.\" Discover the best things to do in Yosemite, from hiking the iconic trails of Half Dome and El Capitan to marveling at the stunning vistas of Glacier Point. We'll share invaluable Yosemite travel tips to help you navigate this natural wonder and make the most of your visit. Delve into the park's rich culinary scene as we highlight the best food and restaurants, including must-try dishes at the historic Wawona Hotel. Uncover hidden gems, such as the serene beauty of Mariposa Grove's giant sequoias, and learn about the diverse wildlife that calls this national treasure home. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a long adventure, this episode is packed with insights to enhance your Yosemite experience. Follow \"Travel Is Back\" for more adventures, and don’t forget to explore our back catalog for even 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 explore the breathtaking Yosemite National Park, famously dubbed the \"Cathedral of Stone and Wate…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":686,"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/174-yosemite-national-park-cathedral-of-stone-and-water/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-4903686/174-yosemite-national-park-cathedral-of-stone-and-water.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}