Rein It In Matt and Rachel

Rein It In Matt and Rachel

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Rein It In Matt and Rachel episodes

  • EP 59: Salt Lake City, Utah

    Where we discuss Salt Lake City, including its big ol' streets, some fun spots for drinks, Utah Mammoth hockey, public transportation, chocolate as far as the eye could see, and the truly great Under the Umbrella bookstore - as well as briefly touch on our long hiatus and recording woes.

    29 min
  • EP 58: Japan Part 4 - Shikoku, Matsuyama, and Karaoke

    In which we discuss our fancy sightseeing train ride, Japanese stamp books (goshuincho), beautiful rural gorges, traditional inns (ryokan), chaotic travel disruptions (and success due to helpful locals), Matsuyama, our favorite Japanese castle, oh the wonderful oranges, and a crazy night of karaoke! (Don't believe the thumbnail, this is episode 58!).Find us as Rein It In Matt and Rachel on your favorite podcast app, #linkinthedublydoo, or listen directly at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reinitin.#Japan #shikoku #oboke #matsuyama #trains #sightseeingtrains #goshuincho #ryokan #onsen #keiseki #publictransit #raindelays #castles #oranages #mikan #food #sushi #karaoke #nomihodai #travel #podcast #miyajima #hiroshima


    1 hr
  • EP 57: Japan Part 3 - Japanese Art Islands and the Seto Inland Sea
    In which we discuss our journey to and around the Japanese Art Island of Noashima. Covering relaxing in onsen (baths), beginning to decipher the order of Japanese set meals, and the structure and differences of Noashima island itself, including amazing experiences and spaces by James Turrell and Tadao Ando - as well as being acutely annoyed by entitled tourists. It's a rollercoaster that includes multiple trains, ferries, and more!
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    Find us as Rein It In Matt and Rachel on your favorite podcast app, #linkinthedublydoo, or listen directly at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reinitin
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    #Japan #Noashima #artislands #arthouseproject #art #architecture #turrell #jamesturrell #ando #tadaoando #museums #trains #food #sushi #travel #podcast
    56 min
  • EP 56: Japan Part 2 - One Week in Osaka!
    In which we discuss the differences between Osaka and Tokyo, give some Shinkansen and crowd avoidance advice, talk about public transit and some highlights from the city, and spend a bunch of time considering Osaka foods and tiny bars.
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    Find us as Rein It In Matt and Rachel on your favorite podcast app, #linkinthedublydoo, or listen directly at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reinitin
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    #osaka #japan #osakacastle #shinkansen #publictransit #trains #food #okonomiaki #tinybars #stairs #publictoilets #dotonburi #japanyoga #japaneats #travel #podcast
    50 min
  • EP 55: Back to Japan - Flight and First Thoughts
    Where we discuss our return to Japan after 5 years, which was the original reason for us starting this podcast. We chat about the flight, tips for entry through Haneda, noodle ordering kiosks and 1000 yen bills, walking, and art.
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    #Japan #Tokyo #travel #trains #ramen #mtfuji #art #podcast
    27 min
  • Ep 54: Beautiful Budapest!
    In which we discuss our first visit to the beautiful Budapest, including failures and success at boat trips, the most adorable underground line in the world (#M1!), and Budapest Christmas Markets. We also tell you about vegetables and famous baths. I tell you, it's a whole Budapestastic episode!
    Recorded on New Year's Day 2024
    Find us as Rein It In Matt and Rachel on your favorite podcast app, #linkinthedublydoo, or listen directly at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reinitin
    Have you been to #Budapest? What did you love or dislike about it? What can't we miss next time we return?
    #budapest #gellertbaths #metroline1 #trains #rivercruise #budacastle #matthiascathedral #bluedanube #danube #Christmas #ChristmasMarkets #forraltbor #sör #ruinbars #thermalbaths #europe #travel #podcast
    53 min
  • Ep 53: Prague Christmas Markets
    In which we discuss our journey to #Prague including flight delays and the recent shooting in #Czechia. We came to see the Christmas markets and after a few bumps in the road we definitely succeeded. We also discuss Rachel's time in Amsterdam, her newfound love of luggage gps locators, our trip through Prague's Jewish Quarter, and of course the Christmas markets!
    44 min
  • S5:E5: Podcast Updates
    Where we discuss our appreciation of you (yes YOU) for still listening. We also preview our upcoming travel plans, describe some format changes, and make promises we hope to keep. Then there's a wee bit of new MCI vs. old MCI chat and a brief discussion of macarons.
    Let us know your least favorite (or favorite) airport!
    17 min
  • S5:E4: Why We Love Train Travel
    Where we discuss our love of train travel, both local and afar, for its FUNctionality and embracing the journey. We cover airport trains, living without a car, rail passes, functional public transportation, and our favorite journeys - including Joyful Trains in Japan. Let us know your favorite train trip and where you think we should go next!
    47 min

About Rein It In Matt and Rachel

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This is a conversational podcast created by two married nerds in an attempt to document our travels and experiences. Currently based in Atlanta, we've traveled to dozens of countries and cities across multiple continents, but are continually dreaming our next trip to Japan!