Temporary Locals Podcast

Jared Stover + Megan Ripke
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We explore the world — and its stories — like locals, even if it’s just for a little while. From hidden gems and local legends to ancient history, wild travel tales, and true crime far from home — we dive into the places, people, and mysteries that make every destination unforgettable. Hosted by Jared and Megan -- Whether they're traveling there or just talking about it, they’re Temporary Locals everywhere they go.

  1. 5d ago

    Colorado & Utah | Mile High to Red Rock Low

    In this episode, Jared and Megan sit down to talk about their recent trip through Colorado and Utah, from the Rocky Mountains to Moab. Hear their stories of exploring the haunted and infamous “Shining Hotel” aka the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, photographing wildlife in Rocky Mountain National Park, seeking out ancient, mysterious petroglyphs in Sego Canyon, offroading around Moab, hiking to the iconic Delicate Arch, climbing up into Double Arch at night under the stars, looking for dinosaur fossils in a new state park, witnessing offroad drivers take on the dangerous Moab Rim, and the breathtaking views of Dead Horse Point State Park.

    2h 20m

  2. May 12

    Egypt | With Vincent Kane

    Megan and Jared sit down with guest Vincent Kane to talk about ancient Egypt and visiting in modern times. Vincent recounts returning to the Giza plateau 19 times, and even a few stories of some “right place, right time” moments. Hear his stories of mistaken identity which led to access to some off limit places — like the Abusir pyramids, exploring the chambers of the Great Pyramid during a power outage, and getting a military escort through the Sahara Desert. 🇪🇬  Vincent Kane is an England-based explorer, adventurer and researcher of esoteric mysteries. Hear how he went from ancient Egyptian enthusiast to tour guide, even hosting an upcoming solar eclipse tour in Luxor in 2027.  You can find Vincent on Instagram and Facebook: instagram.com/mysterys.coolfacebook.com/mysteryscool

    1h 35m
  3. Maui, Hawaii | Island of The Sun and Moon

    May 5

    Maui, Hawaii | Island of The Sun and Moon

    In this exciting episode, Jared takes us on an adventure to the Hawaiian Island of Maui amid the COVID pandemic. Hear his stories of encountering Giant Green Sea Turtles in Kihei, visiting Black Sand Beaches, Waterfalls, and Lava Caves while driving the treacherous ‘Road to Hana’, A sketchy Scuba Diving adventure at Turtle Town, Surfing with a local Jedi in Lahaina, and hiking the Iao Valley.

    1h 21m

  4. Apr 30

    Italy | With Anthony Ficcara

    In this episode, hear Anthony recount his travels in Italy through Rome, Florence, and Venice. Hear stories about venturing below the Colosseum, the food culture in Italy, entering the Vatican, a high speed train to Florence, buying leather goods, Pasta Mania, the canals of Venice, and getting dropped off at the airport by boat. Anthony Ficarra is not just a realtor but also a passionate traveler who has been exploring the world since he was 21. His journey began with a trip to Las Vegas, where his uncle told him, "Once you start traveling, you’re not going to stop." That statement couldn’t be truer for Anthony, as he continues to share his travel experiences with others, particularly his recent adventures in Italy.

    1h 24m

  5. Apr 18

    Asheville | From Winter Quiet to Summer Buzz

    In this episode, Megan and Jared discuss one of their favorite destinations, the artsy mountain town of Asheville, North Carolina. Hear their stories of living there over the winter holidays, a special taco joint, exploring nearby waterfalls in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Basilica of St. Lawrence Cathedral, a homeless guy clipping his toenails, an urban art walk, an elevator in a mountain, and how a flood of biblical proportions devastated the area.

    59 min

  6. Apr 9

    Arizona | Call of the Canyon

    In this episode, Megan and Jared take you on a desert road trip through the state of Arizona. Hear their stories of the conspiracies surrounding the Denver airport and Blucifer, Montezuma Castle, a cold trek to the Grand Canyon, the spiritual vibe of Sedona, off-roading and damaging a rental, hiking Bell Rock, visiting the sacred “Shiva Cactus” 80 arm Saguaro, a journey through Saguaro National Park, exploring the old western town of Tombstone and how it was nostalgic for Jared, and saving a Sonoran Gopher Snake from a rat trap.

    1h 16m

  7. Mar 25

    Southeast Asia Special | Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand with Matthew Hashuga

    In this episode, Megan and Jared sit down with returning guest Matthew Hashuga to talk about his trip through Southeast Asia. Hear his stories of Vietnam, including the Hanoi Hilton, traveling Ha Long Bay, exploring limestone caves, Saigon, making his way up the Mekong River and heading to Phnom Penh Cambodia from Vietnam. In Cambodia he visits the infamous killing fields, takes a bus ride to Siem Reap and explores the incredible complex of Angkor Wat. Finally, he lands in Thailand where he visits many temples, a floating market and explores Bangkok.

    1h 5m

  8. Mar 18

    Savannah & Tybee Island | Cobblestones to Coastlines

    In this episode, Megan and Jared talk about their adventures in Savannah Georgia and Tybee island. Hear stories from Tybee Island during the Orange Crush celebration, Bonaventure Cemetery, the historic death stairs in the River District, and the lost nuclear bomb off the coast of Tybee Island.

    1h 4m
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We explore the world — and its stories — like locals, even if it’s just for a little while. From hidden gems and local legends to ancient history, wild travel tales, and true crime far from home — we dive into the places, people, and mysteries that make every destination unforgettable. Hosted by Jared and Megan -- Whether they're traveling there or just talking about it, they’re Temporary Locals everywhere they go.

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  • Creator
    Jared Stover + Megan Ripke
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jared Stover + Megan Ripke
  • Show Website
    Temporary Locals Podcast