{"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":"185. Big Bear California in Summer and Fall: Alpine Slides and Yellow Hoodies - Chasing Colors and Thrills in Big Bear","slug":"185-big-bear-california-in-summer-and-fall-alpine-slides-and-yellow-hoodies-chasing-colors-and-thrills-in-big-bear","published_at":"2025-12-14T08:05:07+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/185-big-bear-california-in-summer-and-fall-alpine-slides-and-yellow-hoodies-chasing-colors-and-thrills-in-big-bear","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/185-big-bear-california-in-summer-and-fall-alpine-slides-and-yellow-hoodies-chasing-colors-and-thrills-in-big-bear--68710944","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68710944/tib_big_bear_2_auphonic.mp3","summary":"Join Johnny Mac as he takes you on an unforgettable journey to Big Bear, California, exploring the best things to do in this stunning mountain destination during the summer and fall. In episode 185 of \"Travel Is Back,\" discover the thrill of Alpine slides as you race down the slopes and the vibrant hues of autumn that paint the landscape, making it the perfect backdrop for your outdoor adventures. Big Bear isn’t just about the adrenaline; it's also a haven for food lovers. Tune in to learn about the must-try dishes and the best restaurants that will satisfy your cravings after a day of exploring. From cozy cabins to scenic hikes, you’ll find travel tips that will help you make the most of your visit. Whether you're looking to chase colors or thrills, Big Bear has something for everyone. Don’t forget to follow our podcast for more travel inspiration and explore our back catalog for other exciting destinations. 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 Johnny Mac as he takes you on an unforgettable journey to Big Bear, California, exploring the best things to do in this stunning mountain destination…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":437,"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/185-big-bear-california-in-summer-and-fall-alpine-slides-and-yellow-hoodies-chasing-colors-and-thrills-in-big-bear/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-4903686/185-big-bear-california-in-summer-and-fall-alpine-slides-and-yellow-hoodies-chasing-colors-and-thrills-in-big-bear.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}