Adventures Grounded in Pop Culture (a Top 5 episode!)
August 19, 2025
Ever daydreamed about stepping straight into the world of your favorite movie, book, or TV show? In this episode of Stacking Adventures, Crystal Hammond and Joe Saul-Sehy set off on a whirlwind journey through the destinations that captured their hearts—both the ones they’ve visited and the ones still waiting on their bucket lists. Some were inspired by Hollywood magic, others by literary pages, gaming consoles, or catchy song lyrics.
From wandering the romantic streets of Paris to tracing the history-soaked corners of Romania, chasing the mythical in a werewolf-haunted Bavarian forest, and imagining a stroll through the high-tech wonderland of Wakanda, this conversation is a globe-spanning mix of personal stories, live audience memories, and unexpected detours. You’ll hear how certain places leave a permanent mark—whether it’s sipping coffee in a real-life movie location or standing in a spot you’ve only seen in 8-bit graphics.
And because every good adventure needs a twist, Crystal and Joe also share some surprising destinations they never expected to love, shout out audience favorites from around the world, and reveal how you could score a premium Adventures by Disney backpack by joining the Stacking Adventures Clubhouse. If you’ve ever found yourself adding “just one more” dream trip to your list after watching a movie or reading a book, you’ll feel right at home here.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
- How movies, books, video games, and music can inspire real-world adventures
- The places Crystal and Joe have actually visited because of pop culture influences
- Unexpected travel experiences that changed their perspective
- Audience favorites—from Moroccan markets to Michigan’s Mystery Spot
- How to join the Stacking Adventures Clubhouse for exclusive perks and giveaways
Questions for Fellow Adventurers:
- Which movie, book, or song has most inspired your travel bucket list?
- Have you ever visited a place just because it was in a TV show or film? Was it worth it?
- If you could live inside one fictional location for a week, where would it be?
Share your answers on our call in line: StackingAdventures.com/MyStory
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