Looking for some unusual attractions in Prague, Czech Republic? Look no further.

In this episode, we talk to local expert and freelance journalist Mark Pickering.

Mark moved to Prague 14 years ago to teach English and eat his body weight in fried cheese. When he's not babbling excitedly to students about literature, he writes travel and lifestyle articles for the likes of The Guardian and VICE, delving into the dark crevices of Czech Republic and its wonderful sub-cultures.

In this episode you’ll find out…

• When two men urinating in public has nothing to do with a stag party
• Why ‘pickled cheese’ is a lot tastier than it sounds
• What to say (or not to say) when going to the toilet

…and so much more.

You’ll find all Mark’s picks on the podcast website: www.strangeoldworld.com

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Here are a few of Mark’s Czech travel articles we mentioned on the pod:

• I Went to an Illegal Pig-Killing Party — VICE
• A David Cerny sculpture walk in Prague — The Guardian
• I Went on a Tour of Prague's Drugs and Prostitution Hotspots — VICE

You can hear Joe’s ‘straight up’ Prague picks on DK’s Where to Go podcast

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Looking for some unusual attractions in Istanbul, Turkey? Look no further.

In this episode, we talk to local expert Pat Yale, author of Following Miss Bell.

After a career in the travel industry, Pat became a Turkey guidebook writer for Lonely Planet. She lived for almost 20 years in a cave house in Cappadocia, but now resides in Istanbul. Her new book Following Miss Bell: Travels Around Turkey in the Footsteps of Gertrude Bell was recently published by Trailblazer.

In this episode you’ll find out…

• Which annual festival features men pretending to whip themselves
• Where to get the tastiest spit-roasted sheep intestines in the city
• Why you should think twice about blowing your nose in Istanbul

…and so much more.

You’ll find all Pat’s picks on the podcast website: www.strangeoldworld.com

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Follow Pat on x.com/patyale or check out her website: www.patyale.com

You can also buy her book, Following Miss Bell: Travels Around Turkey in the Footsteps of Gertrude Bell, on Trailblazer, Amazon or at your local bookshop

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Looking for some unusual attractions in Oslo, Norway? Look no further.

In this episode, we talk to local expert Jason Moore, host of Zero to Travel.

After a decade on the road as a nomad — before it was cool — US-born Jason moved to Norway and created the top-rated Zero To Travel Podcast (10 million downloads, 700+ Five Star Reviews). In it, he shares thoughtful interviews, unconventional perspectives and actionable advice to help you travel the world on your terms.

In this episode you’ll find out…

• Which travel writing guru introduced Jason to an unusual artwork
• How wrongly-prepared lutefisk (dried ‘funky’ fish) can kill people
• Why locals don’t talk to each other on the street… but you should

…and so much more.

You’ll find all Jason’s picks on the podcast website: www.strangeoldworld.com

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Follow Jason on Instagram and check out his podcast at zerototravel.com

You can also check out his Oslo-based band Laundry House on Spotify

Here are a couple of the Zero to Travel episodes we mentioned on the pod:

• Travel Legend Rick Steves
• Top 5 Alternative European Destinations with Joe Reaney

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Looking for some unusual attractions in London, England? Look no further.

In this episode, we’re talking to local expert Will Noble, features editor for Londonist.

As well as writing and editing articles for Londonist, Will has also written for the likes of CNN Travel and The Independent. He loves exploring all corners of the capital, but especially its pubs, comedy scene and his hometown of Croydon.

In this episode you’ll find out…

• Which famous singers donated their faeces to a London museum
• Why one London church is periodically crammed with clowns
• What deep-fried bull testicles and a raw-egg cocktail have in common

…and so much more.

You’ll find all Will’s recommendations up on our website: www.strangeoldworld.com

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Follow Will on x.com/willrnoble or check out his latest articles at www.londonist.com

Here are the two Londonist articles we mentioned on the pod:

• Brewery Taprooms In London: A List Of Every Single One Of 'Em
• A Chance to Visit the 'Roman' Bath In Strand Lane

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This is a trailer for Strange Old World, a travel podcast that celebrates the weird and wonderful in the world’s most historic cities — from Athens to Zhengzhou.

Every fortnight, a local travel expert will reveal some of the peculiar sights, offbeat activities, bizarre traditions and downright-odd delicacies that make their hometown tick.

The first episode is out next Tuesday 7th November 2023 — subscribe now so you don't miss it!

Find out more about the show at www.strangeoldworld.com. Or follow @StrangeOldJoe on Twitter/X and Instagram.

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