Radiovagabond

418 Verdens mest ekstreme rejsefællesskab – med Ric Gazarian 02.06.2026 33m

Hvad skal der egentlig til for at besøge alle verdens lande? I denne episode får jeg igen besøg af Ric Gazarian – også kendt som Global Gaz – vært på podcasten Counting Countriesog manden bag Extraordinary Travel Festival i Bangkok. Vi dykker ned i den lille, globale verden af ekstreme rejsende – mennesker, der jagter alle 193 FN-lande … og nogle gange endnu mere end det. Hvor mange har faktisk gjort det? Hvilke typer mennesker bruger år – nogle gange årtier – på den mission? Og hvad sker der, når det ikke længere er nok at besøge alle lande én gang? Vi taler også om Extraordinary Travel Festival – et anderledes samlingspunkt for rejsende, eventyrere, digitale nomader, content creators og nysgerrige globetrottere fra hele verden. Du kommer blandt andet til at høre om: Det overraskende tætte fællesskab blandt ekstreme rejsende Hvorfor Ric skabte Extraordinary Travel Festival Folk, der har besøgt alle verdens lande … to gange … eller endda tre Hvorfor du ikke behøver at have været i 150+ lande for at føle dig hjemme på ETF Rejseindhold, dokumentarer, bøger og storytelling Hvorfor fællesskab betyder mere end landelister Uanset om du er sofarejsende, digital nomade, weekendeventyrer – eller i hemmelighed går med planer om din egen 193-lande-mission – så er denne episode noget for dig. Relevante links: Extraordinary Travel Festival: https://www.extraordinarytravelfest.com GlobalGaz: https://globalgaz.com/ Counting Countries Podcast: https://globalgaz.com/counting-countries/ Nomad Mania: https://nomadmania.com/ Every Passport Stamp (Facebook-gruppe): https://www.facebook.com/groups/everypassportstamp Extraordinary Travel Festival 3 Bangkok, Thailand 22.–25. oktober 2026 Få $100 rabat på din ETF-billet med rabatkoden: VAGABOND (Rabatten bliver mindre jo tættere vi kommer på eventet.)

417 Sandheden om travel content – frihed, fiasko og det menneskelige møde på rejsen 06.05.2026 46m

Hvad kræver det egentlig at skabe et liv med rejser som omdrejningspunkt? I denne episode af Radiovagabond sætter jeg mig ned i Bangkok med to travel content creators, der er gået vidt forskellige veje – Matt Bowles og Phil Marcus. Matt er vært på The Maverick Show – en podcast i langformat, der dykker ned i identitet, kultur og livet som digital nomade. Phil står bag "Phil's Guide to the World", hvor han dokumenterer sine rejser til nogle af de mest misforståede steder på planeten. Vi taler om, hvordan en fejlet virksomhed kan blive starten på en rejse gennem 170 lande… hvordan en fyring kan skubbe dig i en helt ny retning… og hvorfor rejser ofte giver dig troen på mennesker tilbage. Det her er en samtale om meget mere end destinationer. Det handler om, hvad der sker, når du vælger friheden – og hvordan det egentlig ser ud bag kulisserne. Key Takeaways Hvordan fiasko, modgang og uventede øjeblikke kan ændre hele din livsbane Forskellen på at rejse hurtigt og langsomt – og hvorfor det betyder mere, end du tror Hvordan det at skabe content åbner døre og skaber dybere menneskelige relationer Hvorfor lande som Iran og Pakistan ofte er misforståede – og hvordan de egentlig er Balancen mellem at opleve øjeblikket og dokumentere det Hvordan rejser kan ændre dit verdenssyn og give dig troen på mennesker tilbage Hvorfor friheden til at bevæge sig frit er et af de største privilegier, vi har Relevante links Phils Guide to the World! (Phils YouTube-kanal): https://youtube.com/@phils_guide Se videoen med den forsvundne drone i Pakistan her: https://youtu.be/MGQsH9TEZsQ?si=BCC8aImtAHUF1VnG&t=5919 Phil Marcus på Instagram: @philsguide – https://www.instagram.com/philsguide/ The Maverick Show (Matts podcast): https://www.themaverickshow.com Interviewet med Palle Bo på The Maverick Show: https://www.themaverickshow.com/podcast/387-nomading-in-your-60s-palle-bo-on-127-countries-travel-podcasting-life-as-the-radio-vagabond/ Matt på Instagram: @maverickshowpod – https://www.instagram.com/maverickshowpod/ Hvis du kan lide episoden, så husk at følge eller abonnere på Radiovagabond i din podcast-app – og del den gerne med én, der også elsker gode rejsehistorier.

ELK HORN, IOWA: Spøgelser på kirkegården og øl med legendariske Stan Jens i hans Harley-garage 06.11.2025 38m

I denne sidste episode fra Elk Horn, Iowa – den mest danske by i USA – besøger jeg kirkegården sammen med den lokale historiker Warren Whatson, der fortæller om de første danske nybyggere og hvordan navne og traditioner har ændret sig gennem årene. Senere møder jeg byens karismatiske borgmester, Stan Jens, med det store skæg og de to Harley-motorcykler i garagen. Her drikker vi øl og taler om dansk kultur, fællesskab og stolthed over rødderne. En perfekt afslutning på mit besøg i "Dane Country." Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/388-elk-horn/

LILLE DANMARK I USA: Indenfor i den mest danske by i Amerika 02.11.2025 37m

Velkommen til Elk Horn, Iowa – en lille by med omkring 650 indbyggere, kendt som Dane Country. Jeg bor hos lokale, spiser æbleskiver og medister til morgenmad, besøger en dansk mølle fra 1848 ,der er sejlet hele vejen fra Nørre Snede til Midtvesten, og ser hvordan dansk kultur stadig lever her. Jeg fortæller også historien om de danskere der i 1860'erne forlod alt, sejlede over Atlanten, kom gennem Ellis Island og slog sig ned på de åbne marker i Iowa for at starte et nyt liv. Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/384-elk-horn-iowa-usa/

ELK HORN, IOWA: Vindmøller, museer og en prins ved navn Otto 02.11.2025 34m

Velkommen tilbage til Elk Horn, Iowa – en lille landsby i Midtvesten, der blev centrum for dansk kultur i USA. I denne episode hører vi en utrolig historie om de første danskere, der slog sig ned her, besøger den historiske danske mølle sammen med Lisa Steen Riggs og udforsker The Museum of Danish America. Jeg får også en rundvisning i "Bedstemors Hus," bygget af den farverige karakter "Prins Otto" i 1908. Her i Elk Horn lever de danske traditioner stadig – med museer, mad, og en stærk stolthed over rødderne. Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/387-elk-horn-usa/

SAUDI-ARABIEN: Kameler, CouchSurfing og verdens højeste tårn der gik i stå 31.10.2025 38m

I denne sidste episode fra Saudi-Arabien går turen fra den rolige kystby Yanbu ved Det Røde Hav til storbyen Jeddah – og til sidst tilbage til Riyadh for at opleve det spektakulære King Abdulaziz Camel Festival. Undervejs møder jeg gavmilde lokale på et natmarked, bor gratis hos en CouchSurfing-vært og besøger verdens højeste tårn, der aldrig blev færdigbygget. Rejsen slutter omgivet af majestætiske kameler i en skønhedskonkurrence med præmier for millioner. Et perfekt punktum på en rejse fyldt med gæstfrihed, kontraster og overraskelser. Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/305-saudi-arabien/

SAUDI-ARABIEN: Spejlinger i ørkenen og verdens største spejlbygning 28.10.2025 29m

I denne episode udforsker jeg sammen med min rejsepartner Cynthia byen Al Ula i det nordvestlige Saudi-Arabien – et sted, hvor historie og moderne arkitektur mødes midt i ørkenen. Vi vandrer gennem Old Town med 1.300 lerklinede huse, møder den unge, fremsynede Dalal og besøger Maraya, verdens største spejlbygning, der glitrer i sollyset. Selvfølgelig sidder vi også fast i sandet igen – men bliver hjulpet fri af venlige lokale, mens himlen farves dramatisk af solnedgangen. En dag fyldt med kontraster og gæstfrihed i et land under forandring. Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/302-saudi-arabia/

SAUDI-ARABIEN: Ud til Verdens Ende og videre 26.10.2025 26m

I denne episode forlader vi Riyadh og kører mod "Edge of the World" – et dramatisk klippefremspring, hvor ørkenen forsvinder ud i horisonten. Med kun nogle løse instruktioner fra en CouchSurfing-ven ("Kør til moskeen… og prøv ikke at d�") begiver Cynthia og jeg os ud på et 4.000 km langt roadtrip gennem Saudi-Arabien. Vi oplever sjældent ørkenregn, ser hundreder af kameler, møder gæstfrie lokale og ender i Al-Ula, hvor vi står foran den ikoniske Elephant Rock – og, selvfølgelig, sidder fast i sandet. Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/299-saudi-arabien/

SAUDI-ARABIEN UDEN FILTER: Ørkenkørsel, røde klitter og et folk fuld af overraskelser 24.10.2025 33m

Tag med mig på en uforglemmelig rejse gennem Saudi-Arabien – fra hovedstaden Riyadh til de ikoniske Røde Sandklitter, hvor min rejsepartner Cynthia og jeg kørte fast igen og igen. Undervejs møder vi venlige lokale, får et indblik i landets store Vision 2030-plan og ser, hvordan tradition og modernitet smelter sammen i et land i forvandling. Det er en fortælling om tålmodighed i lufthavnen, kaotisk trafik, ørkeneventyr og smukke solnedgange i hjertet af Riyadh. Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/296-saudi-arabien/

RIO DE JANEIRO: Kaos, skønhed og en aften, jeg aldrig glemmer 13.10.2025 36m

I denne episode af Radiovagabond tager jeg dig med til Rio de Janeiro – en by fyldt med rytme, farver og kontraster. Her møder du både den postkort-smukke side af byen med Copacabana og de pulserende sambarytmer, men også den mere rå virkelighed, hvor tingene hurtigt kan tage en uventet drejning. Det blev en oplevelse fyldt med både ærefrygt, adrenalin og en nat, jeg sent vil glemme. Lyt med – og hvis du vil se billederne og læse mere om turen, finder du det her: https://www.radiovagabond.dk/262-rio-de-janeiro/

NEW YORK: I Thought I Knew This City – I Was Wrong 26.09.2025 22m

In this Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, I return to New York City – a place I've visited many times before. But this time, something felt different. From the moment I stepped back into the chaos, culture, and charisma of "The Big Apple," I was reminded of just how alive this city is. They say it's the greatest city in the world – and in this episode, I set out to rediscover exactly why. Join me for a fresh take on a familiar place, where even for a seasoned traveler like me, New York still knows how to surprise. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/100-new-york/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on February 27, 2020.

PHILIPPINES: I Found Nemo… Then Partied with Ladyboys 19.09.2025 14m

In this colorful Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, I take you to the tropical paradise of the Philippines. Join me as I island-hop through crystal-clear waters, meet fascinating locals, and dive below the surface – literally. While scuba diving, I find myself face-to-face with some familiar characters… yes, even Nemo and Dory make an appearance in this underwater adventure. But there's more than just coral and clownfish – I also explore the vibrant culture, including a lively encounter with some charismatic ladyboys who show me another side of island life. It's a blend of natural beauty, unexpected conversations, and the kind of travel stories you can't make up. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/podcast-012/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on October 5, 2017.

ALABAMA: Visiting a 97-Year-Old Blues Legend Before It Was Too Late 12.09.2025 16m

In this emotional Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, I travel to Bessemer, Alabama to experience Gip's Place – a legendary juke joint founded in the backyard of Henry "Gip" Gipson. At the time, Gip was an astonishing 97 years old, still hosting Saturday night blues sessions in his tin-roofed music shed alongside family, locals, and wandering musicians. His motto, "No black, no white, just blues," resonated through every note. Update: Sadly, Henry "Gip" Gipson passed away on October 8, 2019, at the age of 99, closing a chapter on one of America's last authentic juke joints. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/066-alabama/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on March 15, 2019.

SENEGAL: We Had 20 Minutes to Catch a Bus – and a Lost Taxi Driver in Dakar 05.09.2025 26m

In this high-stress Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, I find myself in the heart of Dakar, Senegal, with a bus leaving at 7 am – and a taxi driver who has no idea where the bus terminal is. What follows is a chaotic ride through a waking city, a ticking clock, and rising panic. But this episode isn't just about the stress. Along the way, I also meet a talented local artist and an inspiring Italian woman working with UNICEF. It's a snapshot of the real Senegal – unpredictable, vibrant, and full of character. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/118-dakar/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on November 12, 2020.

BALI: I Paid to Drink Cat Poop Coffee (And I'd Probably Do It Again) 29.08.2025 31m

In this offbeat episode of The Radio Vagabond, I find myself in beautiful Bali, sipping on what might be the strangest – and most expensive – cup of coffee I've ever had. It's called Luwak coffee, made from beans that have been eaten, digested, and yes, pooped out by a civet cat. Then it's cleaned, roasted, and brewed into a surprisingly smooth cup of coffee. Whether it's a gimmick or a gourmet experience, I had to try it for myself. Come with me to a Balinese coffee plantation where I sample this legendary brew, chat with locals, and question my own life choices – one sip at a time. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/212-bali/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on November 25, 2021.

BELARUS: Better to be a Dictator than Being Gay?? 22.08.2025 27m

In this provocative Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, I travel to Belarus – often called "Europe's last dictatorship" – to uncover the lived reality of life under Alexander Lukashenko. As I meet locals and explore Minsk, I ask a bold question: are there bright sides to this autocratic system? Some people credit the regime with preserving economic stability post-USSR, keeping unemployment low and averting the oligarchic chaos seen elsewhere. They say limited online freedoms – like the ability to access opposition sites – create an illusion of choice. But the darker truth sits just beneath the surface. Lukashenko's heavy censorship, the criminalization of dissent – even for wearing "wrong" socks – and the ongoing use of capital punishment paint a grim picture. This episode digs into these contradictions. I speak with people benefiting from economic predictability, then confront the chilling reality of repression and human rights abuses. It's a travel story that challenges assumptions – and raises uncomfortable questions. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/182-belarus/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on May 10, 2021.

THAILAND: From Party Street Madness to an Orphanage 15.08.2025 22m

In this Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, we head to Pattaya, Thailand – a place with two drastically different faces. First, I take you down one of the wildest party streets on the planet: Walking Street. It's loud, it's chaotic, and it's absolutely unforgettable. From neon lights and booming music to all kinds of nightlife, it's a full-on sensory overload. But just beyond the party scene, I discover another side of Pattaya. I visit a local orphanage and meet some remarkable kids and caretakers who bring a human, heartwarming contrast to the city's infamous reputation. This episode is a rollercoaster – from outrageous to uplifting – all in one city. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/026-pattaya/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on May 3, 2018.

MEMPHIS, USA: I Mentioned My Hometown in Memphis… and Instantly Regretted It 08.08.2025 29m

In this Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, I arrive in Memphis, Tennessee – home of the blues, birthplace of rock 'n' roll, and the city Elvis called home. But things take a slightly awkward turn when I casually mentioned my Danish hometown, Randers, in Graceland… and that got me in trouble. Between the laughs and the local tension, I explore the city's iconic landmarks, including Beale Street and Graceland. This episode blends cultural contrasts, southern hospitality, and a bit of rock 'n' roll magic. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/063-memphis/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on January 17, 2019.

CAPE TOWN: They Erased a Vibrant Neighbourhood 01.08.2025 30m

In this powerful episode of The Radio Vagabond, we explore one of Cape Town's most poignant landmarks: District Six. I begin by chatting with Uber drivers – immigrants from Rwanda, Congo and Malawi – who share what life is really like in the city today. Their stories highlight Cape Town's beauty and its socio-economic challenges, setting a compelling backdrop for what follows. Then we step into the District Six Museum, where history comes alive through photos, maps and personal testimonies. Once a lively, multi‑ethnic neighbourhood of tens of thousands, it was declared a whites‑only area in February 1966. Forced removals displaced over 60,000 residents over the next decade – families torn apart and community destroyed. Today, most of the land remains vacant – a stark reminder of apartheid's legacy. We hear from former inhabitants who recount heartbreaking stories of resistance, loss and survival. This episode is a journey through memory, resilience and the enduring spirit of community amid injustice. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/151-the-dark-history-of-district-six/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on March 9, 2020.

NOMAD CRUISE: From a Talent Show to Greek Wine – Sailing with Digital Nomads 25.07.2025 28m

In this sun-soaked Flashback Friday episode of The Radio Vagabond, I take you aboard Part II of my unforgettable journey through the Mediterranean on Nomad Cruise. This time, we dock in Menorca, Malta, and Greece, each offering its own flavor of adventure. In Malta, we wander the charming, historic streets. In Greece, we sip local wine at a boutique winery while soaking in the laid-back vibes of the countryside. And somewhere in between, I find myself stepping out of my comfort zone at the cruise ship's talent show. This episode is a mix of personal stories, cultural experiences, and the joy of connecting with fellow digital nomads at sea. See pictures and read more on https://www.theradiovagabond.com/169-menorca-malta-and-greece-with-nomad-cruise/ This Flashback Friday episode was first released on June 4, 2021.