95 episodes
The Skiptown All-Stars Travel Podcast Denise & James Gordon
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- Society & Culture
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4.7 • 47 Ratings
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After 25 years in the City of Angels, we sold our house and hit the road to find a new hometown. We break down each city and every restaurant, Air BnB and tourist trap we encounter along the way. We're not RV people, but we've got over 50 towns and 50,000 miles under our belt so it's only a matter of time until we're your new neighbors! #emptynest #fulltank
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093 - Cape Cod, MA: The Chatham Plunge and the Hyannis Port Kennedy-Haters
This week we explore the charming coastal towns of Cape Cod, Massachusetts it marks the FIRST TIME we stayed with a listener! Donna hosted us in Chatham, Mass and before you knew it, James was attempting polar plunges, searching for the perfect lobster roll, and visiting the iconic Kennedy Compound. From Provincetown to Hyannis Port, enjoy our recap of the beauty and quirks of this popular New England destination! #emptynest #fulltank
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092 - Zion, UT: Denise Finally Goes on Her First Ever Spring Break
Somewhere between Connecticut and Kentucky, Denise drops the bomb that she's going to do a 5-day getaway in the middle of our... getaway. She leaves James behind to go glamping in Zion National Park. What could go wrong? EVERYTHING, as it turns out!
#emptynest #fulltank
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Pittsburgh, PA: Every Time James Says Pierogies, Take a Drink
The iconic city of Pittsburgh, PA has been on James’ radar for a long time. After years of flying into PGH just to jump in a rental car and cross the Ohio border to visit his hometown, he’d had the itch to actually SPEND SOME TIME in the Steel City. But the minute we arrived, Denise was feeling a bit underwhelmed… traffic, rain and buildings everywhere seemed a little oppressive for what she’s looking for in a community. From navigating through the city's famous bridges and tunnels to indulging in local delicacies like pierogies at Pierogies Plus and sandwiches at Primanti Bros, this is our unpolished Steel City experience. We discuss Pittsburgh's unique neighborhoods, such as Lawrenceville and Mount Lebanon, and learn about the city's sports culture (#gosteelers), museums, and celebrity connections.
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090 - What Women Want: Expectations vs. Realities
Whether you're a millennial looking for love or a Gen Xer re-entering the dating scene, this episode is a must-listen! This one was supposed to be just a quick topic but grew like a monster into its own episode. Denise, James, and Producer Phil dive deep into the complexities of modern dating, the expectations of women in the dating scene (according to TikTok) and the likelihood of those boxes getting checked in present day America.
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089 - Newport, RI: Jackie O, Winter Surfing & James Did Not Even Know This Place Existed
This week, we hit the charming coastal town of Newport, Rhode Island--during the BITTER COLD off-season. We get to stay at gardinerhouse.com and witness the rich history, stunning mansions, delicious seafood, and unique experiences that make Newport a must-visit destination. From strolling along the famous Cliff Walk to learning about the town's sailing heritage and Portuguese influence. Could YOU live there? We bet you could!
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088 - SWAPCAST: STAS Meets the Gen 2 Gen Podcast
This week, we're proud to present an episode where we were guests on Producer Phil Byrd's new show, the Gen 2 Gen Podcast (gen2genpodcast.com). Phil and Co-Host Teondra invited us on to bring a Gen-X perspective and this conversation does not disappoint. We dig into all sorts of nostalgia across generations and we certainly hope you enjoy this swapcast!
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Customer Reviews
Fun, entertaining, educational and thought provoking
Skip town Allstars Podcast has been so much fun to follow. James and Denise bring two different perspectives and personalities to the show. They travel to different cities looking for a place to live while navigating spending lots of time together after spending years working and raising kids. They do research of each area, add their own personal take, often with information you could never google and mix in personal family episodes where we can learn about their kids, aunt, mom and friends. They are good about staying on track with the subject but occasionally veer off a little and that makes the show even more interesting to listen to. They are realistic and both have strong opinions of different subjects so even if you don’t agree with them the conversation will keep you at the edge of your seat. Their life experiences of James being an editor, Denise being a personal assistant to wealthy people and owning a permanent make up business and both raising kids and living in different areas makes the conversation engaging and interesting. I’ve been watching on YouTube and the editing and sets are done so well. From episode one I was amazed how articulate they both are and what good story tellers they both are. I’ve been on this fun ride since day one and look forward to each and every show. It really has it all and learning about new places gives me ideas for trips to take. Thank you for sharing your talent and travels with the world. I’m a big fan and love having this to look forward too. Make sure you follow them on IG as well.
Fun Podcast!
I enjoy the travel stuff but really laugh over the banter. This podcast is fun and gives you lots of wanderlust. Highly recommend!!
Love this James and Denise
Fantastic hosts with a dynamic and entertaining rapport. Engaging and insightful content that keeps me hooked from start to finish! The production quality is top-notch, making for a smooth and enjoyable listening experience.