Unpacked

Matt Kazacos
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Welcome to Unpacked, a podcast built off its guests' bad luck, near misses, and very sketchy choices. Each week, join host Matt Kazacos as he talks with a well-travelled mate about their worst travel experience ever.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 27/07/2023

    Episode 507: Roaring in Uganda

    In the series finale of Unpacked, we trek our way through the forests of the Ugandan mountains, get up close and personal with a gorilla, and tackle the raging white waters of the Nile. Thanks to all the Unpacked guests and listeners out there who have joined me over these past 4 years and 40 episodes. This is Matt signing off, wishing you safe travels and great stories to come. Ciao. Outro Music: Banyabo by Rema Namakula Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  2. 20/07/2023

    Episode 506: Pine Nut in Patagonia

    This week on Unpacked, we have a severe allergic reaction on top of a mountain in South America. Outro Song: Allergies by Paul Simon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 15m

  3. 16/07/2023

    Episode 505: Bears in British Columbia

    This week on Unpacked, we take a 22-day work trip across Canada in search of the illusive spirit bear. Check out Mat and his partner Taylor's band - Echo and Bloom - via the link below! https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fqJ39nGUk2Nicn9kacTyb?si=t3h_nb4EScG_shDbvjoZYgMusic Used: Rango Suite by Hanz ZimmerOutro Song: On My Way (from "Brother Bear") by Phil Collins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  4. 06/07/2023

    Episode 504: Swimming in San Francisco

    This week on Unpacked, we recall our worst ever hotel stays, as well as a particularly bizarre experience in California.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  5. 29/06/2023

    Episode 503: Alone in Austria

    This week on Unpacked, we go on a solo, three year, round the world trip in the 1980's! Music Used: The Shining Theme by Wendy Carlos, Rachel Elkind and Chuck CirinoOutro Song:Appenzeller Jodler by Mondscheintrio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

  6. 23/06/2023

    Episode 502: Quest in Cancún

    This week on Unpacked, we travel to Mexico and undertake a mission which lands us in a very sketchy situation.Music Used: La Pelea Con El Diablo by Octavio Meza and Martin MurielOutro Song: Cancion del Mariachi by Antonio Banderas, Los Lobos and Cesar Rosas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  7. 16/06/2023

    Episode 501: Marathon in Auckland

    Unpacked is back for a fifth and final season! This week, we travel to New Zealand and make a last minute decision to run our very first marathon. Music Used:Gonna Fly Now (Rocky Theme) by Bill ContiThe Ecstasy of Gold by Ennio MorriconeOutro Song:Running on Empty by Jackson Browne Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 9m

  8. 04/06/2022

    Episode 408: Taxi in Thailand

    This week - on the season four finale of Unpacked - we discuss the fears, hypocrisies and snap judgements that often come with trusting strangers while travelling. Thanks to all my generous guests and lovely listeners this season! Unpacked will return for Season 5 in the not-too-distant future! In the meantime, check out our guest Rhys' awesome podcast "Rhys Salmon is an Overnight Success" wherever you get your podcasts and follow him @rhysjsalmon Outro Song: Ocean Man by Ween Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
11 Ratings

About

Welcome to Unpacked, a podcast built off its guests' bad luck, near misses, and very sketchy choices. Each week, join host Matt Kazacos as he talks with a well-travelled mate about their worst travel experience ever.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Matt Kazacos
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 Matt Kazacos
  • Show Website
    Unpacked