This episode the boys kick the tires of 4 translation apps and talk about how to solve the Translator-Babysitter Conundrum. Plus, we learn about the time Ryan decided to be Greek Orthodox.

Things we talked about in today's episode:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-translate/id414706506?mt=8

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/itranslate-translator/id288113403?mt=8

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/triplingo/id596556793?mt=8

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/waygo-chinese-japanese-and-korean-translator/id496038103?mt=8

https://munchies.vice.com/en_us/article/vbaxka/how-this-illinois-burger-king-has-defied-the-global-chain-with-the-same-name

This week the boys reveal their 8 proven remedies for post-vacation depression. Plus, you’ll hear Ryan’s New Year’s resolution and why Kiernan now considers himself a through-and-through Zhoug Dude.

Things we talked about in today’s episode:

https://www.nps.gov/gegr/index.htm

https://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/4116

https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression

To celebrate the new year, this episode features new bonus material from Kiernan’s interview with Mark Adams, author of “Tip of the Iceberg: My 3,000 Mile Journey Around Wild Alaska.” Mark talks about staying safe around bears, how to construct good travel writing, and what the heck a “williwaw” is.

https://www.amazon.com/Tip-Iceberg-000-Mile-American-Frontier/dp/1101985100  

https://www.nps.gov/katm/index.htm

https://www.nps.gov/katm/planyourvisit/exploring-the-valley-of-ten-thousand-smokes.htm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Williwaw

It’s finally here: the birth of Jesus, sure, but also THE GREAT TAGLINE REVEAL! Today the boys take a break from travel chat and talk about their favorite songs of the season, what makes a good Nativity scene, and our inaugural Ornament Challenge.

Things we talked about in today’s episode:

Bing and Bowiehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9kfdEyV3RQ

Judy Garland muddling through somehowhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKG5X0QMSWA

Ryan’s ornament to Kiernanhttps://etsy.me/2R9nANx

Kiernan’s ornament to Ryanhttps://etsy.me/2AaiwhV

This episode Kiernan interviews Mark Adams, author of “Tip of the Iceberg: My 3,000 Mile Journey Around Wild Alaska,” the perfect last-minute gift for the travel-obsessed or history-interested. Plus, you’ll learn a shocking amount about the 1989 Disney classic “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.”

Things we talked about in today’s episode:

https://www.amazon.com/Tip-Iceberg-000-Mile-American-Frontier/dp/1101985100

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honey,_I_Blew_Up_the_Kid

https://theodoreroosevelt.com/amazon-river-expedition/

https://theamericansongster.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMokBr9cTxM

It’s the holiday season and that means it’s time for gross consumerism! This week the boys reveal their top 11 stuffers for your favorite traveler’s stocking.

Things we talked about in today’s episode:

1. LuminaLite: https://www.amazon.com/LuminoLite-Rechargeable-Flexible-Brightness-Disturbing/dp/B077D9KTYG/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1544454057&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=luminolite&psc=1
2. See America Wall Calendar:

https://creativeaction.network/collections/publication/products/see-america-2019-wall-calendar

 

1. Milk Street Subscription:

https://www.177milkstreet.com/subscribe

 

1. Unexpected Gift Cards:

https://www.airbnb.com/gift

https://www.opentable.com/gifts

 

1. Moscow Mule Carry-on Cocktail Kit:

https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/moscow-mule-carry-on-cocktail-kit

 

1. Personalized Leather Luggage Tag:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/279881940/personalized-custom-leather-luggage-tags?source=aw&utm_source=affiliate_window&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=us_location_buyer&awc=6220_1543330074_0a5f039408f72bf02e54ab189215d1bf&utm_content=272513

 

1. Steel Cut Map Wall Art and Ornaments:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/CutMaps?ref=l2-shopheader-name

 

1. EPICKA Universal Travel Power Adapter:

https://www.amazon.com/EPICKA-Universal-Travel-Adapter-Power/dp/B078S3M2NX?psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAINYWQL7SPW7D7JCA&tag=aboutcom02tripsavvy-20&linkCode=sp1&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B078S3M2NX&ascsubtag=4136335%7Cgoogle.com%7C%7C%7C74%2C85%2C73%7C1%7C

 

1. Vintage Airline Bag-Tag Art:

https://20x200.com/collections/lisa-congdon/products/lisa-congdon-day-256-vintage-airline-tags  

 

1. Anchor Portable Battery:

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Ultra-Compact-High-Speed-Technology/dp/B0194WDVHI/ref=zg_bs_7073960011_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=YQ95YRWTM3N6FCEC6J1A

 

1. Allbirds Eye Mask

https://www.allbirds.com/products/bird-mask?size=one-size

It’s the holiday season and that means it’s time for gross consumerism! This week the boys reveal their top 11 stuffers for your favorite traveler’s stocking.

Kiernan is fresh back from writing his own Icelandic saga. This episode you’ll learn why he still smells a little like rotten eggs, what some better names for Iceland would be, and whether Ryan can say “geyser” correctly.

Things we talked about in today’s episode:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buster_Brown

https://guidetoiceland.is/connect-with-locals/jorunnsg/ingvellir-national-park

https://www.icelandtravel.is/attractions/geysir/

http://gullfoss.is/

https://visitreykjavik.is/hellisheidi-power-plant-geothermal-energy-exhibition

https://www.amazon.com/Home-Carson-Ellis/dp/0763665290/ref=asc_df_0763665290/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312105353883&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=5595894974095100972&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001999&hvtargid=pla-433800418723&psc=1

 

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/03/nyregion/hot-duck-mandarin-central-park.html

 

Kiernan is fresh back from writing his own Icelandic saga. This episode you’ll learn why he still smells a little like rotten eggs, what some better names for Iceland would be, and whether Ryan can say “geyser” correctly.

What separates a perfect souvenir from a piece of junk? Tune in to learn Kiernan’s 3 Ps of Souvenir Buying, why you should try to sell Ryan a rug, and how to pronounce “capybara.”

Things we talked about in today’s episode:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capybara

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_Malaysia

http://www.contramar.com.mx/

https://www.instagram.com/masalaymaiz/