{"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":"188. Columbia River Gorge - Nature's Masterpiece: Waterfalls and Wonders Await","slug":"188-columbia-river-gorge-nature-s-masterpiece-waterfalls-and-wonders-await","published_at":"2026-05-10T12:22:57+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/188-columbia-river-gorge-nature-s-masterpiece-waterfalls-and-wonders-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/188-columbia-river-gorge-nature-s-masterpiece-waterfalls-and-wonders-await--71946363","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71946363/1778415775552.mp3","summary":"Join Johnny Mac on this episode of \"Travel Is Back\" as we explore the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge, a true natural masterpiece just waiting to be discovered. Get ready to uncover the best things to do in Columbia River Gorge, including hiking through lush trails, marveling at iconic waterfalls like Multnomah Falls, and taking in stunning viewpoints that showcase the area's rugged beauty. We'll dive into Columbia River Gorge travel tips that every visitor should know, from the best times to visit to hidden gems off the beaten path. Food lovers will also delight as we highlight the best local food and restaurants, such as cozy eateries serving farm-to-table cuisine and delightful spots for a riverside picnic. Whether you're an adventure seeker looking for thrilling activities or a nature enthusiast wanting to soak in the serene landscapes, this episode has something for everyone. Don't forget to follow \"Travel Is Back\" for more exciting episodes and explore our back catalog for countless travel inspirations. 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 on this episode of \"Travel Is Back\" as we explore the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge, a true natural masterpiece just waiting to be dis…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":682,"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/188-columbia-river-gorge-nature-s-masterpiece-waterfalls-and-wonders-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-4903686/188-columbia-river-gorge-nature-s-masterpiece-waterfalls-and-wonders-await.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}