Chasing Bandos UrbEx Podcast

In this captivating episode, we have the privilege of delving into the remarkable life and adventures of John Law, an esteemed American urban explorer and co-founder of the legendary San Francisco Suicide Club and Burning Man. With a passion for climbing that ignited during his youth, John has spent over 40 years fearlessly exploring hidden locations around the world.

Join us as John Law shares riveting stories that have never been heard before. From the chilling encounter with a frozen body in the depths of Detroit to the heart-pounding moments of being kidnapped and blindfolded during the audacious events of the San Francisco Suicide Club, John takes us on an unforgettable journey into the heart of urban exploration.

Listen in as John recounts daring escapes from the clutches of law enforcement, hiding in tunnels to evade capture, and even the audacious act of leaving a rather unconventional deposit off the side of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. These incredible tales, among many others, will keep you on the edge of your seat.

But John Law's contributions to the world go beyond urban exploration. As a co-founder of Burning Man and a member of the Cacophony Society, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the counterculture movement, pushing boundaries, and fostering creative expression.

If you have a love for urban exploration and an insatiable thirst for captivating stories, this episode is an absolute must-listen. Prepare to be enthralled as we uncover the legends and extraordinary experiences of John Law, a true icon in the world of urban exploration and beyond.

Links:

Website: johnwlaw.com

John's Book: talesofsfcacophony.com

Instagram: johnwilliamlaw 

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex

Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and Bill Higley by Mini Vandals.

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

In this riveting episode of the Chasing Bandos Urbex Podcast, we delve into the gripping world of undercover exploration with special guest Ulrich Larsen. Ulrich takes us on a journey through his incredible experience as the protagonist of the award-winning documentary "The Mole: Undercover in North Korea."

Directed by Danish filmmaker Mads Brügger, the documentary serves as a sequel to the acclaimed film "The Red Chapel." Ulrich approached Brügger with the idea to expose North Korea's illicit activities and evasion of international sanctions. Together, they embark on a daring mission, with Ulrich becoming the point of contact between North Korea and Mr. James, portrayed by Jim Latrache-Qvortrup, a fictional wealthy Norwegian businessman.

Travelling across the globe, Ulrich and Mr. James engage with North Korean diplomats, negotiating a massive illegal trade deal involving cross-continental missiles, weapons, and methamphetamine. Their goal is to shed light on how North Korea bypasses sanctions and participates in highly unlawful activities beyond its borders.

"The Mole: Undercover in North Korea" premiered in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, leaving audiences astounded by its revelations. Hugh Griffiths, former co-coordinator of the UN Panel of Experts on North Korea, hailed the documentary as "highly credible" and a severe embarrassment to Chairman Kim Jong-un.

While some critics argue that Ulrich's work pushes the boundaries of the documentary genre and needlessly puts himself and Mr. James in danger, the impact of their endeavor cannot be denied. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode as Ulrich Larsen shares his extraordinary journey and sends a direct message to his former "friends" at the Korean Friendship Association (KFA).

Links:

Instagram: Ulrich_themole_larsen 

Twitter: TheMoleUlrich 

The North Korean songs played on the podcast are available on Songs from the DPRK YouTube channel. 

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Join us on the latest episode of the Chasing Bandos Urbex Podcast as we dive into the harrowing world of Chernobyl with special guest Natasha Tereshchenko, also known as lady.adventure_. Natasha, a former Chernobyl tour guide, shares her incredible story of survival and escape as she had to flee Ukraine amidst the Russian invasion.

Natasha takes us on her journey, from leaving Ukraine to finding refuge in Poland, and ultimately settling in Bremen, Germany. Despite the challenges she faced, Natasha's passion for Chernobyl and her drive to become a guide in the exclusion zone remained unwavering.

In this gripping episode, Natasha provides us with firsthand updates on the situation at the Chernobyl power plant during the Russian occupation. She sheds light on the events unfolding amidst the chaos and shares her insights into the ongoing challenges faced by the site and its surrounding areas.

Don't miss this captivating episode as Natasha Tereshchenko gives us a unique perspective on the recent developments in Chernobyl and shares her personal experiences of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.

Links:

Instagram: lady.adventure_

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex

Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and Bill Higley by Mini Vandals.

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Chasing Bandos Urbex Podcast as we explore the complex realities of North Korea with our guest, Dermot Hudson. Dermot, Chairman of the United Kingdom Korean Friendship Association, is a British political activist with deep connections to North Korea and an advocate for the study of Songun Politics.

In this thought-provoking episode, Dermot challenges common narratives surrounding North Korea, asserting that all defectors are brainwashed and suggesting that there is widespread misinformation about the country. As an active participant in British organizations focused on studying the Juche Idea and promoting friendship with North Korea, Dermot sheds light on alternative perspectives often overlooked in mainstream discourse.

With his experience and knowledge, Dermot engages in a discussion about his close relations with North Korea and his involvement in projects such as the short documentary film "A Friend of Kim" by Happenstance Films. He shares insights into his role as Chairman of the United Kingdom Korean Friendship Association and his dedication to fostering understanding between nations.

Join us as we navigate the complexities of North Korea and challenge preconceived notions, delving into the fascinating world of Dermot Hudson's unique experiences and perspectives.

Links:

What is Korean Friendship Association ? Songun Politics ?

Short film 'A Friend of Kim' (Happenstance Films) 

Articles mentioned in the episode: Defector wants to go back to North Korea , 1 in 5 defector regrets going to the South , Obesity rankings , North Korean law, Dermot's Youtube channel is SONGUN007

The North Korean songs played on the podcast are available on Songs from the DPRK YouTube channel. 

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Chasing Bandos Podcast introduces bonus mini-series on North Korea. Today we are joined by a fellow at the Belfer Center at Harvard Kennedy School Jieun Baek, who is also the founder and director of the nonprofit organization called Lumen. Jieun is a North Korean activists and an author of a book called 'North Korea's Hidden Revolution' as well as 'A Policy of Public Diplomacy with North Korea: A Principled and Pragmatic Approach to Promote Human Rights and Pursue Denuclearization'. We talked about what she does and why she does it. We explored the information inflow into the North Korea among many other topics. Check it out! You can find Jieun on instragram at jieunbaek412 or twitter jieunbaek1 Her website is jieunbaek.com

Acts of resistance article mentioned in the interview here

The North Korean songs played on the podcast are available on Songs from the DPRK YouTube channel. 

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Chasing Bandos Podcast introduces bonus mini-series on North Korea. Today we are joined by a Seohyun Lee who is a North Korean defector. We talked about her childhood, what are the realities of living Pyongyang, reason for escaping and we addressed many myths surrounding North Korea. It was a fascinating conversation. You can find Seohyun on instagram at pyonghattan and her YouTube channel is Pyonghattan 

The North Korean songs played on the podcast are available on Songs from the DPRK YouTube channel. 

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

New episode with Finish explorer Niko (kupanik on Instagram) who shares many stories including exploring famous abandoned casino in Romania, hiding among the sheep after visiting abandoned prison, being surrounded by angry Italian villagers who were threatening to call the police. Also he tells a story about getting almost cut in half while exploring abandoned sawmill in Finland and how he dealt with triggering alarm at the futuristic abandoned Croatian monument building. We talked about lock-picking and raccoon-dog (!) came back on the podcast!

Song played at the end of the episode is called Waves performed by Lazy Habits.

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex

Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and Bill Higley by Mini Vandals.

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

On Today's episode I welcome American Nick explorer who shared one of the craziest stories I have ever heard. This story would certainly make me stop and question if urbex is hobby worth doing. We also talk about when Nick met the legend Bill Finan and how dangerous his "celebrity" has become. At the end of the episode there is a cameo from Thomas who is Nick's friend. Check it out! You can find Nick's Instagram at karmacula and Thomas is damned.raven

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. And if you feel like supporting the podcast consider our patreon: patreon.com/gregabandoned

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex

Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and Bill Higley by Mini Vandals.

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Tommy moldy_lungs (instagram) is an American urban explorer from New Jersey. Our guest shares plethora of stories behind abandoned locations he went to over the years. He talked about uncomfortable truth of bringing tools to abandoned location in order to make entry. Tommy mentions his experience of exploring underground subway system, running away from cops, getting hurt while exploring and like a champ he is, Tom leaves us with an tricky urbex story of impossible choice that lead to him to fall out with his exploring friend. 

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on all major podcasting apps you use to listen to podcasts (Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, Podchaser etc).

Website: chasingbandospodcast.com 

Instagram: chasingbandospod

Mini-series: Chernobyl, BURAN, Famagusta, North Korea.

Do you want to share an UrbEx story on the podcast? Maybe you have an interview suggestion? You heard a story where you were personally involved and you want to provide a different perspective? Get in contact: [email protected] or gregabandoned.

Why 'UrbEx explorers' don't share exact locations: gregabandoned.com/urbex

Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs: Greaser by TrackTribe and Bill Higley by Mini Vandals.

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode performed by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

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Don't explore by yourself, stay vigilant and stay safe!

On today’s episode we welcome first Slovakian explorer Matej. We talked all about urbex in Slovakia, what you should expect and what are the most common places to visit. Matej shared his exploring stories including one where he got surprised by a homeless man coming at him with a knife we also mentioned pizza:) We also settled the a century-long debate between Poles and Slovaks about the origins of Janosik. You can find Matej's Instagram at lifeindecay_urbex

Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. And if you feel like supporting the podcast consider our patreon: patreon.com/gregabandoned

You can get in contact by email: [email protected] 

Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex

Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and Bill Higley by Mini Vandals.

Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.