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Everyone loves a good story. Chasing Bandos is an urbex podcast where urban explorers share their passion and love for exploring abandoned sites. We also run more topical mini-series & specials: Chernobyl, Buran, Famagusta, North Korea.

Chasing Bandos UrbEx Podcast Greg Abandoned

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    • 5.0 • 12 Ratings

Everyone loves a good story. Chasing Bandos is an urbex podcast where urban explorers share their passion and love for exploring abandoned sites. We also run more topical mini-series & specials: Chernobyl, Buran, Famagusta, North Korea.

    Urbex 107 - Escaping Hammer Wielding Owner, Rooftop pool party Kings Park, Cresson Prison details, missing autopsy table, losing a finger at abandoned power plant with Matt The Wizard of Iz (the.iz)

    Urbex 107 - Escaping Hammer Wielding Owner, Rooftop pool party Kings Park, Cresson Prison details, missing autopsy table, losing a finger at abandoned power plant with Matt The Wizard of Iz (the.iz)

    Joining us in the studio is none other than Matt, also known as the Wizard of Iz—yes, with one Z! This urban explorer isn't your average adventurer; he's more like the Indiana Jones of abandoned spaces, except he trades the fedora for a Hawaiian shirt and the whip for a sense of mischief.
    In this mind-bending episode, Matt regales us with stories that sound like they're straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster. Picture this: playing high-stakes hide and seek with security guards, spreading Christmas cheer by leaving gifts for fellow explorers in the most unexpected places, and hosting a pool party... on the roof of Kings Park! Yes, you heard that right—nothing says "party" like a pool with a view of the city skyline and a side of trespassing.
    But wait, there's more! Ever heard of undercover cops masquerading as urbexers? Matt has, and he's got the inside scoop. Plus, he takes us behind the rusted bars of Cresson Prison, unveils the chilling mystery of the missing autopsy table, and recounts the harrowing tale of spending eight hours hiding in a closet, only to leap out of a second-floor window to escape an angry owner wielding a hammer. Talk about a great escape!
    And if you thought Matt's adventures couldn't get any crazier, think again. He'll share the unforgettable tale of how he accidentally chopped off his thumb at an abandoned power plant. Ouch doesn't even begin to cover it!
    So, grab your popcorn, buckle up, and prepare to be transported to a world where the extraordinary is just another day in the life of the Wizzard of Iz. This is one episode you won't want to miss!
    Instagram: the.iz
    Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
    You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
    Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
    Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. Yes/No segment background song Spirit Riders performed by Telecasted and Insta Beat Vixens by half.cool
    In this episode we also used few second of John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads and Pretty Lights - Country Roads (Remix) songs.
    Listener discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

    • 59 min
    Urbex 106 - Dodging rabies infected raccoons, meeting God (of UrbEx), escaping the law and... cheese, venomous plants, collapsed staircase and running away from homeless with Morgan (morgannll)

    Urbex 106 - Dodging rabies infected raccoons, meeting God (of UrbEx), escaping the law and... cheese, venomous plants, collapsed staircase and running away from homeless with Morgan (morgannll)

    In this upcoming episode, join us as we delve into a captivating journey with Philadelphia explorer Morgan. With a knack for uncovering the extraordinary in the ordinary, Morgan shares a plethora of thrilling tales from her urban exploration adventures. From encountering the legendary BILL FINAN, hailed as the son of the urbex deity, to narrowly escaping the clutches of law enforcement thanks to a collapsed staircase in an abandoned building, each story is bound to leave you on the edge of your seat. But the excitement doesn't end there – be prepared to laugh as Morgan reveals her quirky obsession with cheese and recounts the unexpected encounters with venomous plants and unexpected inhabitants of abandoned structures. Don't miss out on this episode filled with wit, intrigue, and the unyielding spirit of exploration!
    Links / Social Media: 
    Instagram: morgannll
    Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
    You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
    Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
    Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. Yes/No segment background song Spirit Riders performed by Telecasted and Insta Beat Vixens by half.cool
    In this episode we also used few second of John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads and Pretty Lights - Country Roads (Remix) songs.
    Listener discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

    • 1 hr 34 min
    Urbex 105 - From Detroit to Italy. Reconnecting with this European family roots. Exploring abandoned locations in Europe from an American point of view. European Road Trip with Bobby (detroit_unseen)

    Urbex 105 - From Detroit to Italy. Reconnecting with this European family roots. Exploring abandoned locations in Europe from an American point of view. European Road Trip with Bobby (detroit_unseen)

    On today's Chasing Bandos Podcast episode, I'm joined by Bobby, a seasoned urban explorer from Detroit who will tell us all about his recent European urbex road trip to Italy, France, Austria, Germany, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Luxembourg. Action packed episode ready for your ears!
    Links / Social Media: 
    Instagram: detroit_unseen
    Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
    You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
    Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
    Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and Yes/No segment background song Spirit Riders performed by Telecasted and Insta Beat Vixens by half.cool
    Listener discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

    • 1 hr 45 min
    Bonus - Was the Fukushima disaster worse than nuclear accident in Chernobyl? French explorer Rivka (rivkahex) think it WAS! Here it is why...

    Bonus - Was the Fukushima disaster worse than nuclear accident in Chernobyl? French explorer Rivka (rivkahex) think it WAS! Here it is why...

    Was the Fukushima disaster more severe than Chernobyl? This question elicits a nuanced response, as while instinctively one might lean towards negation, my esteemed guest for today will present a contrasting perspective. Tune in to our bonus episode featuring the insights of French explorer Rivka.
    Links / Social Media: 
    Instagram: rivkahex
    Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
    You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
    Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
    Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. Yes/No segment background song Spirit Riders performed by Telecasted and Insta Beat Vixens by half.cool
    In this episode we also used 2 tunes from Patrick Patrikios called Away and Feels. 
    Listener discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Urbex 104 - Ice-road driving to abandoned Uranium City, facing two grizzly bears, black mold, hostile scrappers, and exploring a Cold War ghost-town in Montana with Mike (miketheurbanexplorer)

    Urbex 104 - Ice-road driving to abandoned Uranium City, facing two grizzly bears, black mold, hostile scrappers, and exploring a Cold War ghost-town in Montana with Mike (miketheurbanexplorer)

    On today's Chasing Bandos Podcast episode, I'm joined by Mike, a seasoned urban explorer from Canada. Mike, previously featured with Wade in the Anyox episode and co-hosting an interview with Rob Bryce, takes center stage today, regaling us with unique tales from his abandoned site adventures.
    Among these is his gripping account of driving with his father to the desolate Uranium City in the remote Canadian wilderness. The perilous journey involved navigating treacherous ice roads, and you can catch all the details on today's pod.
    Another riveting story involves Mike encountering two grizzly bears in the woods, narrowly saved by a fellow driver at the last moment. Truly a wild experience! In the same adventurous vein, Mike faced off with two metal scrappers concerned about his drone flying, a situation skillfully diffused through quick thinking.
    Mike's affinity for grand explorations and full-scale abandoned ghost towns shines through. Previously, he shared his exploration of the Anyox abandoned city. This time, he transports us to Montana, unraveling the story of an abandoned Cold-War town meant to be the first responder to a potential nuclear war with Russia.
    This episode is a treasure trove of stories, too numerous to recount here. Tune in for the full experience. Trust me; it's one exhilarating episode!
    Links / Social Media: 
    Instagram: miketheurbanexplorer
    Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
    You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
    Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
    Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. Yes/No segment background song Spirit Riders performed by Telecasted and Insta Beat Vixens by half.cool
    In this episode we also used few second of John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads and Pretty Lights - Country Roads (Remix) songs.
    Listener discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

    • 2 hrs 20 min
    Urbex 103 - Facebook groups share addresses of abandoned homes for anyone to see! Exploring your own former childhood abandoned home and finding human cremains with Monique (moniquewahgorilla)

    Urbex 103 - Facebook groups share addresses of abandoned homes for anyone to see! Exploring your own former childhood abandoned home and finding human cremains with Monique (moniquewahgorilla)

    Today's podcast episode features Monique, a passionate explorer from Virginia. Her journey to our pod began with a video in a Facebook group where she cleverly advised members to keep quiet about abandoned homes' locations.
    Dedicated to preserving abandoned homes, Monique expresses frustration over members sharing locations in the local Virginia Facebook group, leading to looting and destruction. Monique shares diverse stories, including a poignant visit to her derelict childhood home. Despite its abandoned appearance, she guides us through the emotional experience of reconnecting with her childhood memories. Her adventures in Buffalo, the 'Mecca of Urbex,' involve meeting the 'Mayor of Buffalo.' Buffalo Meg becomes a recurring theme on the Chasing Bandos Podcast recently.
    Monique unveils a recurring theme of exploring abandoned funeral homes and finding cremains, including the emotional discovery of a baby's ashes. In a compelling tale, Monique contacts a crematorium after finding a man's cremains, uncovering more about his life. The episode explores Monique's adventures in abandoned hospitals, with a special story featuring her mom. Monique passionately describes how urban exploration literally saved her life.
    Links / Social Media: 
    Instagram: moniquewahgorilla
    Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
    You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
    Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
    Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
    Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. Yes/No segment background song Spirit Riders performed by Telecasted and Insta Beat Vixens by half.cool
    In this episode we also used few second of John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads and Pretty Lights - Country Roads (Remix) songs.
    Listener discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

    • 1 hr 47 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

Lazy Habits ,

Great show.

Love the show. It’s really interesting and also funny. Great stories.

its_imba ,

A much needed podcast!

There doesn’t seem to be many urbex related podcasts, but if the ones there are, this one does an excellent job. Plenty of different people interviewed with varying opinions, location, styles etc.

Greg is also a great podcast host, and I appreciate the editing and the good audio quality. Big ups 😉

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