{"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":"194. Asheville, North Carolina - Blue Ridge Adventures, Craft Beer Bliss","slug":"194-asheville-north-carolina-blue-ridge-adventures-craft-beer-bliss","published_at":"2026-06-14T13:02:46+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686/194-asheville-north-carolina-blue-ridge-adventures-craft-beer-bliss","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-is-back-8-minutes-one-destination-let-s-go-4903686","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/194-asheville-north-carolina-blue-ridge-adventures-craft-beer-bliss--72522291","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72522291/1781442165280.mp3","summary":"Asheville, North Carolina. Discover the charm of Asheville, North Carolina, where the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains meet a vibrant arts scene and a thriving craft beer culture. In this episode of Travel Is Back, Johnny Mac takes you on an adventure through this eclectic city, showcasing the best things to do in Asheville. From exploring the historic Biltmore Estate to wandering through the vibrant River Arts District, there's something for everyone in this mountain town. Asheville travel tips abound as Johnny shares insights on the city's renowned craft beer scene, don't miss a visit to local favorites like Wicked Weed Brewing. And for the foodies, Asheville's culinary scene is a must-experience, with standout dishes ranging from farm-to-table delights to Southern comfort food at its finest. Follow Travel Is Back for more episodes and explore our back catalog to fuel your wanderlust. Whether you're planning a US travel adventure or just daydreaming, we've got 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":"Asheville, North Carolina. Discover the charm of Asheville, North Carolina, where the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains meet a vibrant arts scene and a thrivi…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":476,"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/194-asheville-north-carolina-blue-ridge-adventures-craft-beer-bliss/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-4903686/194-asheville-north-carolina-blue-ridge-adventures-craft-beer-bliss.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}