Thrillist's Best (and the Rest)

On this episode (our SEASON FINALE), host Wil Fulton sits down with Thrillist editors Meredith Heil and Tiana Attride to talk about underrated summer destinations, “responsible” tourism, and why Jared Leto might be the worst celebrity to take a road trip with. In the back half, Wil chats with Scott Keyes (Scott's Cheap Flights founder and author of Take More Vacations) about the future of flight prices, why tickets to Europe are surprisingly inexpensive this summer, and why some airlines are swapping out planes for buses (yes, seriously).  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we're celebrating our recent Webby Nomination (vote here!) with a look back at some of our favorite segments about restaurants and bars. Featuring a dive into Waffle House Records, a trip through LA's Thai Town with Thrillist writer Kat Thompson (and her Mom), a profile on Jimmy's Corner (New York's best dive), an interview with the iconic Virginia Ali of Ben's Chili Bowl in D.C., and a look into finding the best cheesesteak in Philly (if that's even possible).  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Wil Fulton meets and profiles two of Los Angeles' preeminent Private Investigators. We dig into the gritty details of what a PI in the City of Angels does, and how they're able to see the city (and its many, many, many secrets) through a lens that most overlook. Along the way, we'll collect some of their recommendations on how to experience the classic “noir” L.A., inspired by legendary flashpoints like Chinatown and the Big Sleep, so you can experience their version of Los Angeles yourself. Featuring Barbara Wolford of Kinsey Investigations, and Bruce Robertson of TriStar Investigation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Wil Fulton ventures to New York City's “forgotten borough,” Staten Island, to meet a few notable locals and see why Staten Island has so much more to offer than just a (free) ferry ride.  Featuring: Daniel Mondello (aka Meals By Cug), Julia Wijesinghe (Lakruwana Restaurant, Sri Lankan Art and Cultural Museum), NYC DOT Staten Island Borough Commissioner Roseann Caruana, Royal Crown Bakery, Denino's Pizza, Fort Wadsworth Recreation Center, Liedy's Shore Inn Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helen Thayer was the first woman to travel solo to the magnetic North Pole. She walked across both the Sahara and Gobi deserts, kayaked down the Amazon, and trekked 200+ miles through Death Valley in her 80s. Along the way, she fought off polar bears, lived alongside wolves, escaped a rebel firing squad, survived an attack by killer bees, and managed to outlast a nasty case of food poisoning in Death Valley. And chances are, you've never even heard of her. In this episode, host Wil Fulton is joined by the legendary explorer, who shares her stories and delivers inspiration that can apply to all aspects of life (she also tells us how to fight off a polar bear, too). Special guests include Tania Aebi and Emma Svensson.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton heads to Montana, to experience sub-zero temperatures, icy roads, and two of America's most increasingly popular tourist destinations: Bozeman and Livingston. We hear about the long and storied history of Livingston's historic Murray Hotel and Wil takes a plunge at the nearby Chico Hot Springs. In Bozeman, we chat with Dr. Shane Doyle about the Native history of the area, some of the nearby outdoor adventures, and some current and upcoming exhibits at the Museum of the Rockies. Afterwards, he talks with the team behind Bozeman's Lark Hotel about some attractions in the area, and the owner and general manager of Plonk, a nearby wine bar and (frankly, amazing) restaurant. Finally, with some help of a local meme page, "Good Ol' Bozeman" (yes seriously), we connect with a local who helps us cover a topic we hit throughout the episode: with increasing tourism and new transplants driving up prices and disturbing the local way of life, how can we, as visitors, manage to avoid being jerks while visiting Montana?  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton sits down with advertising (and Vegas!) legend Billy Vassiliades of R&R Partners, who led the team that created the iconic "What Happens Here, Stays Here" campaign in the early 00s. We hear the untold story of the ideation (featuring two Minnesotan stay-at-home moms with a big secret) of the campaign, and its immediate cultural impact on the city, and the travel industry. We also hear from artist and podcaster Brent Holmes (check out Spectacle: Las Vegas, right now!) for a local's perspective on Vegas, including recommendations and a slice of history from Chinatown and Downtown Las Vegas (like the excellent Atomic Liquors, the city's oldest freestanding bar). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton profiles a handful of restaurants dedicated to serving regional favorites and "traditional" recipes in "new" surroundings. We speak with Chef Yia Vang (Union Hmong Kitchen) on cooking Hmong dishes in Minnesota, writer and restauraneuer Craig Carlson on opening an American diner (Breakfast in America) in the heart of Paris, along with two Brooklyn restaurants, Dog Day Afternoon and Brooklyn Kolache, who have brought beloved regional American staples to a new market.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton speaks with iconic risk taker, comedian, and world traveler, Steve-O. Topics covered include: his experience filming the new Jackass Forever movie, why he (probably) won't do another project like Wildboyz again, how he smuggled weed inside himself while traveling, his dog Wendy, his recent run-in with police at one of America's most beloved national monuments, and his "shameless self promotion" (you can find all the products he references here, plus info on his upcoming tour). We also hear from Esther Zuckerman (Thrillist Senior Entertainment Writer and author of Beyond the Best Dressed), who shares her thoughts on the new film, the enduring cultural legacy of Jackass, and why so many self-described cinephiles are major fans of the franchise. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton is profiling the culture around gas station food in America, and beyond. Brian Park and Youngmi Mayer (Feeling Asian Podcast) discuss their favorite gas station snack memories and their ideal (and well-balanced, naturally) gas station meals. Al Hebert (better known online as the Gas Station Gourmet) talks about his favorite gas station foods across the country… while eating at a gas station. We highlight Basecamp/Rations (Wilson, WY), the Whoa Nellie Deli (Lee Vining, CA), the Czech Stop (West, TX), the Market (Charlottesville, VA). pastry chef Caroline Schiff (Gage & Tollner, SlowUp) tells us why the Twix is the perfect gas station candy bar. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

A podcast about smells? Well…. yeah. In this episode, host Wil Fulton discovers how scent and travel combine to create some of our longest lasting memories. Along the way, he speaks with: visually impaired travel writer Tony Giles on how scent helps him build a picture of the places he visits, and how it often guides him to points of interest; the General Manager of Homesick Candles, on bottling the smells of cities; and artist Dr. Kate McLean, who developed a notable method to map scents, visually. All of this concludes with Wil taking his own "scent walk" through New York City, which is very hit-or-miss, to be honest.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton is joined by Scott Keyes (founder of Scott's Cheap Flights and author of Take More Vacations) to discuss the recent disruptions in the airline industry, and how you can prepare for your next flight by learning how to deal with sudden cancellations, schedule changes, and more. We're also joined by Dr. Calvin Sun, an ER doctor living in New York City who also runs the travel group Monsoon Diaries, who speaks on how he plans international trips while keeping COVID restrictions in mind. Finally, we talk with bioethicist Kelly Hills of Rogue Bioethics, on the moral issues of traveling during a pandemic. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton goes old school and takes a quick road trip without the safety net of his smartphone…. and obviously, inevitably, gets very lost. We also look into pre-Internet travel in general: Laura Jane Grace (Against Me!, Laura Jane Grace & The Devouring Mothers) discussing how she planned early tours using the influential punk zine Book Your Own Fucking Life (note: they're selling old copies, here!), modern day travel agent Sarah Fazendin, founder of Videre Travel tells us how the pandemic has actually helped their business model, and AAA breaks down the (still relevant!) benefits of their legendary TripTiks. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this Holiday-themed episode, host Wil Fulton fully embraces the Yuletide spirit by finding some of the premier (and alternatively, underrated) holiday destinations in New York City, before being joined by Thrllist's Travel Editor Tiana Attride to discuss her picks for the three best cities in America to spend Christmas, and why Americans go so wild for Christmas/Holiday travel destinations in general. Plus, a lot of festive surprises, too.  Featuring: Harlem Heritage Tours, Miracle on 9th Street, Santa Claus, Indiana, Leilehua Yuen (click here for more info on Makahiki!), and Frank Mangano (Dyker Heights) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Host Wil Fulton heads to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to stay at the iconic LGBTQIA+ destination, the District Hotel, in one of the most historic (and weirdly underreported?) queer districts in America: 39th Street. He attends the Heartland Transgender Music Festival, some drag shows, and gleans insight into the area via OKC's own Kelly Mantle (RuPaul's Drag Race, The Browns). Outside of 39th street, he stops at Edna's — one of the best dive bars in the country — to try their legendary "Lunchbox," speaks with chef Andrew Black (Grey Sweater, Black Walnut) about OKC's rising and ridiculously underrated culinary scene, and rides along with OKC-transplants, writers, and podcast hosts Matt and Brad Kirouac, as they give him a driving tour of the city. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Host Wil Fulton drives around his home state of New Jersey with Atlas Obscura co-founder Joshua Foer, to test out their new app (download it here!), and discover a handful of offbeat, inspiring, and illuminating destinations around the Garden State. We also hear from Dylan Thuras (the other co-founder, naturally) on his own personal travel ethos, and how Atlas Obscura manages to show travelers points of wonder all over the world, near and far. Featuring: White Manna Diner, Thomas Edison's Concrete Homes, the Sterling Hill Mining Museum, The Morris Museum, Deserted Village of Feltville Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Host Wil Fulton heads to America's most famous (and maligned) tourist destination, Times Square, New York, to sift through the souvenir shops and knock-off Elmos and see if there's a lovable neighborhood hiding inside Times Square, after all.  Featuring: Adam Glenn of Jimmy's Corner, Kenneth McCoy of the Rum House, Tae Yoon, Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar, Tom Harris and Regina Fojas of the Times Square Alliance, Jean Cooney of Times Square Arts, The Russian Vodka Room, Joe Allen's, and a bunch of strangers in Times Square Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Thrillist staffers play a round of "Ask a Flight Attendant" and learn why you should never drink the coffee (or any hot beverage) on an airplane. Host Wil Fulton talks with "The Grumpy Stew," the world's grumpiest flight attendant, on the things that bother him most about the job right now. We hear about the glory days of PanAm with writer Julia Cooke (Come Fly the World With Me) and former PanAM stewardesses Tori Werner and Betty A. Riegel (Up in the Air). Phil Tiemeyer (Plane Queer) tells us how they history of Gay men in America intersects with the history of Flight Attendants. We visit a crash pad via The Hotel Crash Pad Network (which is Veteran-owned and operated - happy Veteran's Day!) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Host Wil Fulton visits Philadelphia, PA to find the city's best cheesesteak, figure out why the cheesesteak is so beloved in Philly, and question what "best" even means when it comes to a sandwich, anyway.  Thanks List: Carolyn Wyman, Jillian Wilson, Helen Hollyman, Alexandra Jones, Federoff's Roast Pork, Dalessandro's, Mike BBQ, John's Roast Pork, Jim's South Street, everyone driving in Philly the day we visited Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Host Wil Fulton spends the day walking around Salem, Massachusetts, with stops for a yoga class at the Satanic Temple, a brief encounter in a Witch's apothecary, and a conversation with the Mayor.  Special Thanks: Daayani Yoga, the Satanic Temple of Salem, Artemisia Botanicals and Teri Kalgren, Cry Innocent, History Alive, and Kristina Stevick, Mayor Kim Driscoll, Gravestone Girls, Residency Records, the Magic Parlor, Zenovia, The Witch Board Museum, Matoula Music (Sandy and Marc!) and Cornucopious. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Thrillist Explorers, The Best Travel Podcast in the World*, is back on October 28th! Listen to what we've been up to, and more importantly: where we're going next. *To be clear, this is just our own opinion (sorry) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Season 4 is coming soon! Until then, we're sharing this episode of Expedia's great podcast Out Travel The System - a show we think you'll love. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this special BONUS EPISODE, Thrillist's Wil Fulton is joined by the hosts of Popsugar's new podcast Not Over It, Becky Kirsch and Zareen Siddiqui. Together, they play a round of NYC-themed pop culture trivia, and we hear a clip from one of their recent episodes (featuring The OC OG's Rachel Bilson and Melinda Clarke!) Check out Not Over It wherever you get your podcasts, new episodes every Tuesday! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton plays NYC trivia with actress, model, and overall excellent human Julia Fox (Uncut Gems); bartender Ivy Mix (Leyenda, Fiasco!) tests her NYC bar knowledge; Tren'ness Woods-Black (Sylvia's Restaurant, Worn Stories) tells us about her "village," Harlem; the owners of Shelsky’s bicker about bagels and Brooklyn; Em Pineda aka the Hungry Domican explains why the Bronx is underrated; Joe DiStefano gives us a quick tour of Queens. Plus: the owner of Bushwick Country Club tells us how the pickleback was invented, we learn about the history of the legendary Rao's, and everyone loves the Staten Island Ferry. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode of Thrillist EXXXplorers, a sex therapist tells us why sex is usually better in hotels/on vacation; young swingers week in Jamaica wasn't as fun as one writer imagined; Margaret and Corey from A Pretty Cool Hotel Tour visit America’s seediest and most dramatic “sex hotels;” two Thrillist staffers use dating apps abroad; a man is possibly peed on. NSFW! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

On this booze-centric episode, host Wil Fulton has a conversation with Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar about their new Reposado tequila, and how they became (best) friends. Thrillist contributor Diane Sooyeon Kang gives us a play-by-play account of a “typical” night out in Seoul, South Korea. Thrillist Senior Cities Editor Meredith Heil tells us about some of her favorite craft beer cities (and states!) in the country. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, host Wil Fulton profiles Morgan's Wonderland, the world's first theme park built with full accessibility for all guests in mind; Writer Tony Giles, aka "Tony the Traveller," talks about visiting 150 countries (and all 50 states) as a blind and partially deaf individual; Karin Willison of FreeWheelin' Travel speaks on what it's like to travel cross-country while using a wheelchair, why she prefers not to fly, and how hotel chains and restaurants can become more accessible. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode ,host Wil Fulton speaks with Thrillist Senior Staff Writer and Twin Cities native Dustin Nelson, who explains why the Twin Cities area is one of the most underappreciated destinations in America. We also hear from chef Yia Vang (Union Hmong Kitchen), the wildly talented Nur-D, journalist Dara Grumdahl-Moskowitz (MSP Magazine), Ashley Ryan from 1st Avenue, and chef Jamal Hashi. Special thanks to the Frogtown Curling Club.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

On this episode, host Wil Fulton hears from legendary filmmakers Ken Burns and Lynn Novick about their upcoming three-part film Hemingway (premiering April 5th on PBS). They share insight on Hemingway as a travel writer, detail some of Hemingway's favorite locations around the world, and discuss how the author captured the experience of being an American abroad. Plus, author, chef, and writer/director Eddie Huang talks about his new film Boogie (in theaters now!), how he finds great restaurants on the road, and eating lobster tail at a Miami strip club…. among other things. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

This episode celebrates some of the (many) things we love about our National Parks. Writer and filmmaker Dayton Duncan (The National Parks: America's Best Idea) details some of the history behind the National Parks, and his most memorable filming experiences; Sarana Riggs, member of the Navajo Nation, speaks on the Indigenous roots of Grand Canyon National Park and the ongoing work Grand Canyon Trust does to preserve this legacy; Lauren Gay, aka Outdoorsy Diva, shares some of her favorite National Park experiences and some helpful tips for novices; Matt and Brad from Hello Ranger talk about the bats at Carlsbad, the best National Parks to bring your dog, and much more. Oh, and here's a link to Thrillist Caravan (the trip we mention at the end of the show!) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

In this episode, we're hearing stories from Chinatowns around the country and providing some ways you can help support Asian-American communities and businesses right now: Writer Eda Yu details her Protect Our Elders project and chef/business owner Winston Chiu (Bonbite NYC, Feed Forward) talks about the grassroots initiative Enough Is Enough; Thrillist's NYC Editor Tae Yoon shares his own story of growing up in Flushing, Queens, and speaks with James Beard Award-winning cookbook author Grace Young and local business owners in Flushing and Manhattan's Chinatown on the impact the pandemic and xenophobia has had on the neighborhoods; Vic Lee, co-founder of the Welcome to Chinatown project in NYC, tells us about their mission and how you can help; Daphne Wu, of the Bay Area's Save Our Chinatowns initiative, talks about her favorite small business in Oakland's Chinatown; We hear from Professor Emeritus Sue Fawn Chung and local business owners about the rapidly growing Chinatown neighborhood in Las Vegas. Links:  Stop AAPI Hate: https://www.stopaapihate.org/ Welcome to Chinatown (NYC): https://www.welcometochinatown.com/ Save Our Chinatowns (Bay Area): https://www.saveourchinatowns.org/ Protect Our Elders (original IG post): https://www.instagram.com/p/CLCz92Wh99l/ Enough is Enough (original IG post): https://www.instagram.com/p/CLU-9pdhdzy/ Feed Forward: https://www.instagram.com/feedforwardnyc Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Host Wil Fulton speaks with Fieri super fans and the founder of FlavortownUSA.com about cataloging restaurants featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives and Fieri-centric road trips; Writer and comedian Phil Rosenthal talks about his show Somebody Feed Phil, and traveling in search of great food; Traveling Spoon connects people with home cooks around the world; a Domino's employee delivers an inter-continental pizza. And check out Sip & Bite if you're ever in Baltimore!  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Host Wil Fulton tastes some Maine delicacies (Moxie Soda, Red Snapper dogs) with Editorial Assistant and Mainer Liz Provencher; Krista Tripp details her job catching lobster, as one of the few females in the industry; Loren Coleman of the International Cryptozoology Museum talks about his favorite Maine cryptids; a member of Allagash Brewing talks Portland craft beer; Cookbook Author and Portland-based food writer Mindy Fox gives restaurant, bar, and outdoor activities picks; we hear from a few people who have relocated to Portland from big(ger) cities around the country. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Do you have an exciting, hilarious, captivating, shocking, heartwarming, spooky, sentimental, or overall extremely memorable travel story? We want to hear it! Dial into our toll free travel story hotline, 1-833-POD-BABY, and spin a yarn into our voicemail. We're going to play some of our favorite calls in an upcoming episode, and there truly are zero rules here (fun!) So call 1-833-POD-BABY, ok? Do it! Now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Our love letter to the Waffle House. Jerry Buckner (of the songwriting duo Buckner and Garcia) has penned many hits over the years, including some songs for Waffle House Records; Orion Carloto has fond memories of growing up with Waffle House; a man finds an empty Waffle House, and cooks his own meal; Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate explains "the Waffle House Index," and how they use Waffle House to gauge the severity of storms; a couple finds romance via Waffle House; Tiffanie Barriere talks about what happens at Waffle House after the bars close; visual artist Micah Cash dives deep into Waffle House culture with Waffle House Vistas; iconic Atlanta host Steak Shaprio and Atlanta Eats present Waffle House Stories [check out the full series, here!] Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Executive Pastry Chef Poala Velez (Bakers Against Racism, Maydan, La Bodega) lists some of her favorite bakeries and dessert spots in Washington D.C.; Thrillist D.C. Editor Jess Mayhugh details the District's surprisingly robust music scene with 9:30 Club's Audrey Fix Schaefer, journalist Shawna Kenney, and (the legendary) Big Tony from Trouble Funk; Virginia Ali, longtime owner of Ben's Chili Bowl, details her own history in the city; writers Austa Somvichian-Classon, Tim Ebner, and Anela Malik talk D.C. food, drinks, and things to do with Thrillist host Wil Fulton. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Thrillist host Wil Fulton speaks with comedian Iliza Shelsinger on visiting new cities for work, how to make friends with flight attendants, and her wildly entertaining Don't Panic Pantry cooking series; Comedian, writer, and podcaster Josh Gondelman details how and why he spent a night on the floor of a stranger's motel room in Montana; longtime stand-up Jimmy Dunn details his years as a cruise ship comedian. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

In this episode, Thrillist host Wil Fulton looks at how the spirit of "old Austin" is adapting to a city of constant change; legendary journalist Dan Rather talks BBQ, Shiner Bock, and his new book; Queer Eye's Bobby Berk deails his lockdown in Austin; Thrillist contributor Anastacia Uriegas helps us find the best breakfast tacos in town; producer Mia Faske profiles the Lone Star Lambdas, Austin's only LGBTQ+ square dancing group; Thrillist Editor in Chief and native Texan Helly Hollyman talks about new transplants and Austin's "weird" history. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Thrillist host Wil Fulton gets some much needed travel advice from musician LeLe Pons; the legendary Miss Peppermint shares her experiences traveling as a trans woman; Olympic runner and author Alexi Pappas learns about the "Greek way of life" during the pandemic. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Skateboarding legend and "very good driver" (his words!) Tony Hawk joins host Wil Fulton to share his best travel stories -- including his secret Tahitian surf spot and why he had to throw away his skateboard at the London Heathrow Airport; Activist and model Alexis Ren details how she was saved by a stranger in the Tokyo subway; Angela Kinsey talks traveling with Office cast members and being robbed by monkeys in Jakarta; Tim Chantarangsu gets grilled by Canadian Border Patrol; Gabriel Chavarria has an uncomfortable airport experience. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Helicopter journalist Stu Mundel gives us a bird's eye view of L.A.; Thrillist contributor Keisha Raines visits restaurants name-dropped in her favorite hip hop songs to see if rappers give good food recs; Producer Gabrielle Williot takes a drive with L.A. icon Angelyne the Billboard Queen; Thrillist Staff Writer Kat Thompson and her Mom visit some of their favorite places to eat in Thai Town; Thrillist LA Editor Danielle Dorsey speaks with Host Wil Fulton about her favorite bars, neighborhoods, and her Tarot-aided predictions for 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Host Wil Fulton dives deep into the small, picturesque town of Astoria, Oregon, where hundreds of thousands of "movie tourists" have turned landmarks from the Goonies into bona fide attractions, much to the chagrin of the woman who currently occupies the iconic home featured in the film; Thrillist Staff Writer Emma Stefansky interviews two Pennsylvania real estate agents tasked with selling an infamously creepy house from Silence of the Lambs; Producer Mia Faske wonders "who actually lives in San Francisco's legendary Painted Ladies?" and then finds someone who actually does. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Grab your bottle of Malort, stuff your pockets with sausage, and act like the Cubs just won the World Series: on today's episode, we're eating (and drinking) our way through the Second City. Comedian and writer Ashley Ray joins Thrillist host Wil Fulton for a round of Chicago bar-themed trivia; Actor/Director Ravi Patel shares a story about his Chicago roots and his love/hate relationship with the Bears; producer Mia Faske risks being roasted by the legendary manager of the Weiner's Circle; Food Network's Jeff Mauro and his sister Emily Mauro host a "Mauro Family Last Supper" full of iconic Chicago dishes; Thrillist Executive Travel Editor Keller Powell details some of her favorite spots in Chicago to eat, drink, and stay.  While you're here, check out Thrillist Chicago, and please remember to stay safe and support local businesses in any way you can! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Our season three premiere profiles individuals who traveled great distances in very unusual ways. Host Wil Fulton has the story of the wildest reality show you've definitely never heard of: a cross country lawnmower race that put its contestants' fate in the hands of complete strangers and tested the generosity of Americans. Comedian Tony Hawks details his adventures hitchhiking around Ireland with a mini-fridge (including how he got laid in a dog house… thanks in large part to the fridge). Doug and Arne, who hold the current "Cannonball Run" record, detail how they drove from New York City to Los Angeles in just over 25 hours without getting pulled over. And to start things off, Wil conducts an interview while jogging with Rob Pope, an English veterinarian who ran across the country several times in tribute to his favorite American movie (hint: Tom Hanks). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

If you've been on the Internet over the past four years, chances are you've seen Andrew Rae. His series "Binging With Babish," in which Andrew recreates iconic foods from television and film history (everything from Krabby Patties to Kevin's chili from the Office), has 7.6 million YouTube followers, and has inspired several spinoff series. In this episode, Rae (aka Babish) himself calls into the pod to talk about his favorite food moments in film history, his one (disastrous) shift as a line cook, and much, much more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

Is Ratatouille the best food movie ever? Should you be tuning into Padma Lakshmi's new food/travel show on Hulu? Why does the animated food in Studio Ghibli movies look so damn good? In this CROSSOVER episode, host Wil Fulton is joined by Thrillist Senior Entertainment Editor Leanne Butkovic and Food Staff Writer Kat Thompson to talk about the best food movies of all time, the best food moments in movie history, food-centric shows you can stream right now, the video game with the best food, and much, much more.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

As the (much-overused) quote goes: it isn't about the destination, it's about the journey. In this episode, we fully embrace this concept by delivering a trio of the wildest, funniest, and most thought-provoking road trip stories we've ever heard, told by the people who lived through them. Why did a simple childhood prank lead to a highway police chase? How did a fire just spontaneously start inside the car on a coast-to-coast drive (and was there potential foul play involved?) Where did comedian Dave Hill find a cast iron moose statue that he simply had to own? (hint: it was Canada). The answers to all these questions and more await!  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

What's the best way to stay alert and safe on a long drive? Where's the most scenic stretch of road in the United States? How many people out there are doing some very, very inappropriate things inside their cars on the morning commute? There's only one group of professionals truly fit to answer these questions (especially that last one): truckers. On this episode, I call four different truckers on the road to get the answers to these questions and more. You'll hear their expert insight on traveling, some of the wildest stories from their many cross-country jaunts, and overall, get a sense of what it's like to be a trucker in the age of COVID-19. Plus, you'll even learn a little trucker lingo along the way, hoss (they call us non-truckers "four-wheelers," FYI).  Our guests for this episode:  Brian Brase, trucker for the entertainment industry Kellylynn McLaughlin, Women in Trucking / Schneider  Matt Lee, Bonafide Trucking Nate, trucker from Michigan Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

No summer road trip (please social distance, wear a mask, and be smart) would be complete without stops at the Britney Spears Museum, the upside down White House, or the world's largest ball of twine -- and these are just some of the weird roadside attractions host Wil Fulton and Thrilist Senior Travel Editor Andy Kyrza dig up on this episode. Also featured: calls with the man who owns the world's largest ball of paint, the creator behind "The World’s Largest Collection of the World’s Smallest Versions of the World’s Largest Things," and the NOLA Tour Guy, who elaborates on Nic Cage's enormous and controversial pyramid tomb.  For more on roadside attractions, check out this article on Thrillist! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

As both social distancing and wanderlust continue to be in full effect, many Americans are deciding to hike and/or camp for the first time -- which is great! What isn't great: so many novice outdoorspeople are woefully unprepared with the knowledge and gear they need to have a safe and enjoyable experience with nature.  So in this episode, Host Wil Fulton is tapping the advice of writer and podcaster Lauren Gay, aka Outdoorsy Diva, and Thrillist editor Alex Robinson. They'll detail the gear you need, the advice you should heed, and also their own personal favorite hiking/camping destinations of all time. You don't have to be a grizzled vet to enjoy the great outdoors this summer (but as it turns out, you probably do have to accept smelling like crap). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

On this episode of Thrillist's Best Podcast, the budget is big (not really), the stars have assembled (well, the stars of Thrillist) and the popcorn is ready (this depends on you, to be honest) for our celebration of the summer blockbuster. Host Wil Fulton is joined by Thrillist Entertainment Team icons Esther Zuckerman, Dan Jackson, and John Sellers to break down: The best summer blockbusters of the 80s, 90s, 00s, and 10s The origins of the word blockbuster Why Dan likes Miami Vice (the 00s movie, not the 80s show) so much  If comedies count as blockbusters When (and maybe more importantly where) we'll be able to see Tenet  And much more! Despite not being able to experience summer blockbusters in their natural, theatrical habitat, you'll still find plenty to choose from here.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers