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Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast

A Travel Podcast
Travel
Christmas
Italian Cuisine
Pope Francis
Rome
Skiing
Madrid
Buenos Aires
Mammoth Cave National Park
Star Wars
Stowe, Vermont
National Parks
Colosseum
Pantheon
Romania
21C Museum Hotels
Secret Boston
Boston
Richmond
Argentina

Out of Office is a travel podcast hosted by us, Ryan Davis and Kiernan Schmitt. From early childhood, we were each infected with a serious case of wanderlust (among other things.) We define travel broadly, from local day trips to high-flyin' overseas adventures. Every episode, we dig into one topic—ranging from the serious to the silly, the practical to the outlandish—and give advice on how to get... more

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This week on "Out of Office: A Travel Podcast," Kiernan heads back to London for the first time post-COVID—with his mother! The two revisit old standbys, new attractions, and musicals, musicals, musicals!

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Harbor Country in... more

This week on the pod, the boys talk about New York State's Odyssey, from Troy to Ithaca in about two hours. Also, Ryan interviews historian Daniel Koch about why so many upstate towns have classical names.

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This week on the pod, the boys talk The Odyssey, and Ryan speaks with Laura Coffey about her Homeric travels chronicled in her book, Enchanted Islands: Travels Through Myth & Magic, Love & Loss.

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Enchanted Islands: Travels ... more

This week on "Out of Office: A Travel Podcast," Kiernan takes us through the history and artistry of Parkitecture—the architectural design of America's National Parks! Plus, Ryan researches the ideal number of days to go on vacation.

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Daniel Koch
New York historian
Independent historian
Episode: New York State's Odyssey
Laura Coffey
Travel writer who wrote Enchanted Islands, Travels Through Myth, Magic, Love, and Loss
Author, Travel Writer
Episode: Traveling The Odyssey
Ava Berger
NPR journalist who wrote about foreign tourists in the US during the World Cup
National Public Radio (NPR)
Episode: Traveling The USA For The World Cup With NPR's Ava Berger
Anissa Helou
Cookbook author and researcher focused on Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and North African foods
Episode: The Foods of Lebanon with Anissa Helou
Stephen Hiltner
Editor for the Travel section of The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: New York Times Editor Stephen Hiltner on the "52 Places to Go in 2026"
Richard Stone
Author of 'Project Mayflower'
Episode: Plymouth and the Mayflower II
Richard Fain
Former CEO of Royal Caribbean and author of Delivering the WOW
Royal Caribbean
Episode: Cruising Life with Royal Caribbean CEO Richard Fain
Daniel Stables
Author of the book Fiesta, which explores various global celebrations and their cultural contexts.
Episode: Festivals All Over The World
Tamás Suic
Puppeteer from Oradea, Romania
Puck Puppet Theatre
Episode: Romania 101

Hosts

Ryan Davis
Host of Out Of Office; travel storyteller with broad-ranging travel experiences.
Kiernan Schmitt
Co-host; travel storyteller, known for banter and travel-focused insights.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 501 ratings
  • World Cup

    Love the World Cup coverage!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Biggie106
    United States2 months ago
  • Really horrible

    Hosts are super immature millennials. Almost zero knowledge of the subject matter. It’s like they are reading Wikipedia. Sad lack of knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cornhusker55
    United States3 months ago
  • It’s ok

    Review Enid Oklahoma too please

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dndjdjebrlsnsbd
    United States4 months ago
  • Goes to Marbella, can't pronounce it

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Morgue
    4 months ago
  • Love the banter

    This has quickly become one of my top 10 podcasts. I have been nomading my way through South America since December 2025 and in preparation I looked up podcasts and discovered OoO. It has been useful in my trip planning. Although I learned in Buenos Aires that you can’t always trust Ryan’s restaurant recommendations. But I love the banter between these two, despite Kiernan’s obvious obsession with Ryan’s sexuality and his strange desire for Judy’s attention and affection. But all jokes aside I l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shorti Kool
    United States4 months ago

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Listener feedback is mixed; some praise practical travel tips, others criticize politics or banter length.
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The show is generally seen as engaging and informative for planning trips, with strong audience loyalty.

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Traveling The Odyssey
Q: How did you choose which islands or locations to visit?
The journey unfolded serendipitously, focusing on islands associated with Homer's narrative and the broader geographies people have proposed as inspirations, like the Aeolian Islands and the Sicilian coast, rather than a strict itinerary.
Traveling The Odyssey
Q: What drew you to retrace the Odyssey in the real world?
I was inspired by reading Emily Wilson's accessible translation during the pandemic and wanted to physically follow the journey, tying myth to real places and contemporary travel experiences.
The Foods of Lebanon with Anissa Helou
Q: Describe what za'atar is, how it is used, and have you noticed its global growth as a spice or flavor?
Za'atar is a mixture of dry thyme, ground sumac, toasted sesame seeds, and a touch of salt; traditionally mixed with olive oil and used on flatbread or with labneh, and now found globally in many forms, with regional adaptations still preserving its Lebanese essence.
Plymouth and the Mayflower II
Q: What is the Mayflower II?
It's a square-rigged wooden ship built as a replica of the original Mayflower, which the Pilgrims sailed to America.
Cruising Life with Royal Caribbean CEO Richard Fain
Q: What are one or two incidents that were the most stressful days on the job?
The pandemic was incredibly stressful as crew members were not allowed to go home and many hadn't seen their families for months.

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A travel-focused conversation show driven by two hosts who banter, share practical tips, and offer narrative travel stories. Episodes span historical context, myth-inspired journeys, culinary explorations, and practical planning for road trips, national parks, and city getaways. A standout feature is the light-hearted chemistry between the hosts, balanced with deep dives into places, people, and cultural moments, making it approachable for frequent travelers and curious dreamers alike. The show often blends personal travel anecdotes with expert guests, practical itineraries, and offbeat picks that encourage adventurous planning without taking itself too seriously.

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Recent guests on Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast include:

1. Daniel Koch
2. Laura Coffey
3. Ava Berger
4. Anissa Helou
5. Stephen Hiltner
6. Richard Stone
7. Richard Fain
8. Daniel Stables

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