{"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":"177. Santa Barbara by Day: California's Perfect In-Between - Sun-Kissed Shores and Serene Mountains Await","slug":"177-santa-barbara-by-day-california-s-perfect-in-between-sun-kissed-shores-and-serene-mountains-await","published_at":"2025-10-19T07:06:32+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/177-santa-barbara-by-day-california-s-perfect-in-between-sun-kissed-shores-and-serene-mountains-await","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/177-santa-barbara-by-day-california-s-perfect-in-between-sun-kissed-shores-and-serene-mountains-await--68199824","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68199824/tib_santa_barbara_1_auphonic.mp3","summary":"Join host Johnny Mac in this sun-drenched episode of \"Travel Is Back,\" as he takes you on a vibrant journey through Santa Barbara, California—truly the perfect in-between of sun-kissed shores and serene mountains. If you’ve ever wondered about the best things to do in Santa Barbara, this episode is packed with travel tips that will help you make the most of your visit. Discover the charming neighborhoods, like the historic Mission District, where you can explore beautiful architecture and lush gardens. Food lovers will delight in the local culinary scene, as Johnny shares his favorite Santa Barbara food and restaurants, including fresh seafood spots and farm-to-table gems. Don't miss a visit to the iconic Stearns Wharf, where you can soak up stunning ocean views and experience the vibrant local culture. From hiking the Santa Ynez Mountains to lounging on the picturesque beaches, you’ll learn how to embrace the Santa Barbara lifestyle during the day. Be sure to follow \"Travel Is Back\" for more exciting episodes and explore our back catalog for 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":"Join host Johnny Mac in this sun-drenched episode of \"Travel Is Back,\" as he takes you on a vibrant journey through Santa Barbara, California—truly the pe…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":899,"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/177-santa-barbara-by-day-california-s-perfect-in-between-sun-kissed-shores-and-serene-mountains-await/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-4903686/177-santa-barbara-by-day-california-s-perfect-in-between-sun-kissed-shores-and-serene-mountains-await.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}