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Pop Culture Passport - Exploring Quirky & Cool Travel Destinations in the USA

Auteur(s): Beth Schillaci - The Roaming Yeti
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Pop Culture Passport is your guide to quirky, cool, and nostalgic travel across the U.S.—from movie filming locations and theme parks to roadside attractions and pop culture museums.


If you'd happily add 60 minutes to your trip to visit a filming location, the Jell-O Museum, or a roadside diner from your favorite TV show, this podcast is for you.


Every other week, I’ll take you behind the scenes of iconic and offbeat destinations, sharing their history, stories, and the fun details. Along the way, we’ll dive into theme parks, explore quirky museums, and uncover the real places behind your favorite movies and shows.


I'm Beth Schillaci—aka the Roaming Yeti. I’m a travel content creator, pop culture nerd, and obsessive road trip planner who somehow turns an 8-hour drive into a 21-stop itinerary (because you never know what you’ll find). I’m also the creator of the Quirky & Cool Travel Guide, a curated directory of unique U.S. destinations, and I share even more travel stories and pop culture finds on The Roaming Yeti Blog.


Think of this as traveling with your slightly nerdy, sort-of-cool friend who thrives on deep dives, unique finds, and laughter-filled road trips.


Grab your Pop Culture Passport—let’s roam.

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  • Planes, Pop Culture & Space Shuttles: Exploring the Udvar-Hazy Center’s Surprising Film Connections
    Jul 25 2025

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    Episode 118

    What do Transformers, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and Raiders of the Lost Ark have in common? You’ll find pieces of all of them at the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center.

    In this episode, we head to Northern Virginia for an unexpected pop culture scavenger hunt among the historic aircraft and spacecraft of this incredible museum.

    You’ll hear:
    ✈️ A little backstory on how the Udvar-Hazy Center came to be
    🎥 The surprising movie and TV connections hiding among the planes
    🚀 Our favorite finds from the day, including some iconic film ships and jets
    🛫 Travel tips for your own visit

    Sometimes, the places you least expect are packed with the stories you love.

    You ready? Let’s roam.

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    Connect with me on social: Facebook or Instagram.

    Like this episode? Share it in your stories and tag me @the_roaming_yeti

    Love the show? Leave a 5-star review, and let me know where you'd like us to roam next.

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    14 min
  • Hidden Details at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar: A Disney Springs Scavenger Hunt
    Jul 11 2025

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    Episode 117

    Located in Disney Springs, this Indiana Jones–inspired watering hole is packed with hidden treasures, Easter eggs, and deep Disney lore. On a rainy afternoon, my husband and I turned our visit into a full-on scavenger hunt—and I’m sharing what we found so you can try it too.

    🔎 In this episode:

    • The backstory of Jock Lindsey (yes, the guy from Raiders of the Lost Ark)
    • Hidden artifacts from Indiana Jones films and rides
    • Disney deep cuts—from the Adventurers Club to the Jungle Cruise
    • Marvel, Star Wars, and even a Jurassic Park connection?!

    Grab a drink, bring your curiosity, and let’s go treasure hunting—Yeti style.

    You ready? Let’s roam.

    Check out the blog post and download the list.

    Get the free Roaming Yeti Bingo Card!

    Connect with me on social: Facebook or Instagram.

    Like this episode? Share it in your stories and tag me @the_roaming_yeti

    Love the show? Leave a 5-star review, and let me know where you'd like us to roam next.

    Ready for more from The Roaming Yeti now? Visit our website.

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    13 min
  • From Backlot to Batuu: The Evolution of Disney’s Hollywood Studios
    Jun 27 2025

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    Episode 116

    Did you know Disney’s Hollywood Studios used to be a real working production studio—with animators, soundstages, and even the house from The Golden Girls?

    Today, it’s now focused on immersion into the movies, but it’s had quite a journey to get here. In this episode, we’re taking a look back at the evolution of Disney’s Hollywood Studios—from its behind-the-scenes beginnings to its IP-packed present.

    In this episode:

    • The origin story of Disney-MGM Studios and its race to open before Universal
    • Nostalgic memories of the Backlot Tour, animation studio, and Streets of America
    • How the park shifted from “watch the magic” to “live the movie”
    • What’s next for the park—including Muppets, Monsters, and more changes in 2025

    Whether you miss The Great Movie Ride or love flying the Millennium Falcon, this episode is for you.

    You ready? Let’s roam.

    More info on the blog.

    Get the free Roaming Yeti Bingo Card!

    Connect with me on social: Facebook or Instagram.

    Like this episode? Share it in your stories and tag me @the_roaming_yeti

    Love the show? Leave a 5-star review, and let me know where you'd like us to roam next.

    Ready for more from The Roaming Yeti now? Visit our website.

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    15 min

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