Wingin' It ft James Hammond - Up In The Clowds Podcast

Wingin' It ft James Hammond - Up In The Clowds Podcast

Author: Voyascape Media October 20, 2025 Duration: 1:10:17

Welcome to this week's episode, where I share an episode where I was a guest on the Up In The Clowds Podcast with Adrian Ussling. Adrian's new podcast is a fantastic travel podcast sharing travel stories, tips, information, fun and much more. I loved being a guest, and hopefully, it provides you with some wanderlust.

Check out Adrian's podcast below.

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/wingin-it-ft-james-hammond/id1788205559?i=1000724621300

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2M1CCDxcWDvBzwTwJ8DaLH?si=V8Ss8HssTFyxgS54dcbbmQ

Episode Shownotes

Joined today by fellow podcaster and travel enthusiast James Hammond. He has travelled to 70 countries and experienced a life that many of us dream of. His storytelling is immaculate and his memories are fascinating. A fun and memorable interview including:

  • Going to a ping pong show in Bangkok
  • Farm work and mining in Australia
  • Almost losing a friend on the Death Road in Bolivia
  • Experiencing life in the favelas of Brazil
  • Embracing the organized chaos of Japan
  • A series of unfortunate events in Bali
  • & much much more!

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Life Update

10:40 Interview with James Hammond: Travel Experiences

19:01 Southeast Asia Adventures and Cultural Insights

25:46 Hidden Gems in Southeast Asia

28:01 Experiences in Australia: Work and Travel

30:29 Life in the Mines and Vineyards

33:10 Travelling Through South America

36:52 Adventures in Bolivia

40:08 Unique Experiences in Rio de Janeiro

45:01 The Thrill of Death Road

49:02 Reflections on Bolivia and the Inca Trail

53:19 Memorable Group Experiences

55:47 Travelling Without a Safety Net

58:13 Visa Strategies for Travellers

01:00:12 Hidden Gems and Favourite Destinations

01:01:38 The Allure of Japan

01:05:27 Lessons from Bali

01:10:04 Future Travel Plans and Aspirations

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Winging It Travel Podcast Credits

Host/Producer/Creator/Composer/Editor - James Hammond

Contact me - jameshammondtravel@gmail.com 

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Cheers James.

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Every Monday, James Hammond sets off with a microphone, and the resulting audio feels less like a planned production and more like you’ve been handed a pair of headphones in the middle of an adventure. Winging It Travel Podcast, from Voyascape Media, is built on the idea that the most compelling stories aren't found in guidebooks but in the unplanned moments and raw reactions that happen along the way. You’ll hear the crunch of gravel underfoot on a remote trail, the bustling chaos of a foreign market, and the genuine conversations that unfold when plans fall apart. This approach transforms each episode into a deeply personal journal entry, documenting not just places, but the cultural and human textures that define them. It’s a documentary of feeling as much as fact. While the soundscapes are cinematic, the heart of the podcast lies in its authenticity-the slight breathlessness from hiking up a volcano, the surprise at a strange local delicacy, the quiet reflection after a long day navigating unfamiliar streets. The journey covers the societal layers and personal transformations that travel sparks, making it about more than destinations. Tune in weekly to find yourself completely immersed, feeling as if you’re right there beside James, figuring it all out as you go.
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