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Armchair Explorer

Armchair Productions
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India
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Community Dining
Sustainable Agriculture
Antarctica
Climate Change
Thanksgiving
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Mundurucu
Grand Ole Opry
Rickshaw Run
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Award-winning podcast featuring travel documentaries recorded on location, immersive adventure stories, deep dives into cultures around the world, and inspiration for how to life to the fullest. Hailed as “inspiring storytelling” by the New York Times, and “Ear candy for listeners” by the Washington Post. Two-time Webby Nominee Best Society & Culture Podcast

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Latest Episodes

Sometimes the wrong path is the best path. I was stumbling down the side of a steep mountain slope, pushing through thorny bushes, scratched, thirsty and utterly confused. But I was smiling. While on a week-long hike across the Ligurian hills in n... more

"Humans are meant to excel. And when you start pushing that and seeing how capable we are, it's phenomenal what you can actually go and do."

-Justin Packshaw

When Justin Packshaw was trekking in Antarctica several years ago, he noticed something di... more

Every Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what’s coming up on Armchair Explorer.

In this episode, we’ll be traveling from the craziest white... more

There’s a moment before every journey begins — that flicker of anticipation when the map is still folded, the road still unknown, and the world feels impossibly wide.

That’s where this new season of Armchair Explorer begins.

In the coming episodes ... more

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Recent Guests

Gloria Struck
Rider and legend from Sturgis, noted for inspiring female riders
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Episode: Pathways: Italy’s Old Salt Road, the River Nevis Race and A Million Steps on Lava
Chris Pelzarski
Pioneer explorer; traveled nine miles into Jewel Cave
Caving and exploration organizations
Episode: Pathways: Italy’s Old Salt Road, the River Nevis Race and A Million Steps on Lava
Ricardo Callao
Climbed seven volcanoes; vocal about volcanoes as living, shaping forces
Adventure traveler
Episode: Pathways: Italy’s Old Salt Road, the River Nevis Race and A Million Steps on Lava
Peter Allison
Safari guide and author with nearly 30 years of experience in Africa
Natural Selection Safaris
Episode: Namibia Safari: From the Sossusvlei Dunes to the Skeleton Coast
Ruben Little Head
An MC at the Black Hills Powwow for 17 years, representing the Northern Cheyenne tribe.
Northern Cheyenne
Episode: Powwow Spirit in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Santana Young Man Afraid of his Horses
Participant in powwows and advocate for cultural pride and identity among youth.
Episode: Powwow Spirit in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Hunter Blasingame
Lead singer of Showtime, a drum group competing at the powwow, representing Northern Cheyenne and Oglala Lakota tribes.
Showtime
Episode: Powwow Spirit in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Xavier Little Head
Member of Showtime and son of MC Ruben Little Head.
Showtime
Episode: Powwow Spirit in the Black Hills of South Dakota
BJ Braveheart
Singer in the Showtime group, reflecting on the significance of the powwow for the local community.
Showtime
Episode: Powwow Spirit in the Black Hills of South Dakota

Host

Aaron Millar
Travel writer and host with a focus on immersive, on-location storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 618 ratings
  • ecological studies in RMNP

    This was so interesting - I live on the front range and never considered how the upslope storms would impact the Divide. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Norwich42
    United States6 months ago
  • I keep coming back!

    Fun and inspiring, nicely produced. Just all round a good listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anotherjames72
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Love it

    Always great, amazing host

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plupin_hp
    United States9 months ago
  • Worth Listening To

    One of my go to podcasts to just relax and enjoy hearing about someone’s adventure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnOh305
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great 👍🏻

    This podcast is always an adventure. Fun 🙏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kat.houston
    United Statesa year ago

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Many highlight the show's ability to transport them and inspire travel.
Some feedback notes strong guest dynamics but occasional critical views on host perspective.
Listeners praise immersive, well-produced storytelling and engaging adventures.
Fans appreciate the host's descriptive storytelling and broad topic range.

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CONNECTION: Ayahuasca Ceremonies, Inuit Hunters and Trekking in Papua New Guinea with Nature Writer Jay Griffiths
Q: What was it like to meet the cannibals that you spent some time with?
The experience was eye-opening, revealing the context behind historical cannibalism as acts of self-defense against perceived threats from missionaries.
CONNECTION: Ayahuasca Ceremonies, Inuit Hunters and Trekking in Papua New Guinea with Nature Writer Jay Griffiths
Q: Could you maybe describe some of those experiences and how they deepened your sense of the language of the forest, the music of the forest that you talk about?
It was an experience of humility and respect for indigenous cultures and how they interact with the land.
CONNECTION: Ayahuasca Ceremonies, Inuit Hunters and Trekking in Papua New Guinea with Nature Writer Jay Griffiths
Q: Could you describe that first ceremony and what it felt like?
The experience was a strange vision of a cityscape, which was unexpected, but ultimately led to a life-changing sense of connection with the natural world.
IMMERSION: Exploring Rocky Mountain National Park’s Living Lab
Q: What was it like the first time you came up here?
Jill describes her initial experience as terrifying, feeling unprepared but receiving help from experience outdoors people.
CONNECTION: Life Lived Wild with Rick Ridgeway
Q: You mentioned a lot that Jonathan gave, taught you a lot of that in the early days or inspired you with a lot of that in the early days. What were some of your favorite memories?
Rick recounts their time together, emphasizing Jonathan's influence in merging mountaineering with his understanding of Buddhism and how they both taught each other important lessons in life.

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What is Armchair Explorer about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show centers on immersive travel storytelling that blends destination immersion with deep cultural, environmental, and adventure-focused themes. Listeners hear on-location narratives—from African safaris and Arctic Indigenous cultures to remote desert skies and dramatic mountain expeditions—paired with conversations about conservation, heritage, and personal transformation through travel. A standout strength is the cinematic, narrative-driven style that pairs seasoned guides and writers with diverse guests to illuminate people, place, and purpose in striking ways. The show often surfaces meaningful takeaways about conservation, community impact, and the meaningful connections travel can foster, making it appealin... more

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Recent guests on Armchair Explorer include:

1. Gloria Struck
2. Chris Pelzarski
3. Ricardo Callao
4. Peter Allison
5. Ruben Little Head
6. Santana Young Man Afraid of his Horses
7. Hunter Blasingame
8. Xavier Little Head

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