Jeremy Long

Ep. 50 – The Role of Food in NYC’s Cultural Identity

Taste the essence of New York City’s cultural tapestry in this flavorful episode. Explore how the city’s diverse communities have shaped its culinary landscape and, to a greater degree, the landscape of the United States. Special guest Vanessa Gordon, CEO and Publisher of East End Taste, joins the show to give us the inside scoop … Read more

Interview: Exploring the Diversity of Long Island with Vanessa Gordon

Vanessa Gordon is the CEO and Publisher of East End Taste, a digital publication based in the Hamptons. Vanessa is also the Founder and Host of the Hamptons Interactive Brunch, an annual summer event series in New York. She holds a Masters degree in Education from New York University. She lives in the Hamptons with her family.  Vanessa was … Read more

Ep. 49 – Exploring South Beach: Food, Fun, and Sun!

Where to eat and play in South Beach, Miami, Florida – Also, what are some festivals you should look forward to if you’re planning a trip to the area? Travel journalist Matthew Meltzer joins the show to give his favorite hot spots and local eateries. ____________________________________ S02 Ep49 ____________________________________ Connect with me on social media:  … Read more

Interview: A Food Lover’s Guide to South Beach with journalist Matt Meltzer

Chapters 00:00 Exploring South Beach’s Culinary Landscape03:09 Breakfast Delights in South Beach06:05 Unique Dining Atmospheres08:48 Upscale Dining Experiences12:04 Emerging Culinary Trends15:01 Nightlife and Cocktail Culture18:49 Food Tours and Festivals21:57 Local Gems and Hidden Spots24:50 The Iconic Cuban Sandwich In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, Jeremy Long and guest Matt Meltzer explore the vibrant … Read more

Ep. 48 – The Rise of Solo Travel!

What are your thoughts on heading out into nature by yourself (or with your four-legged friend)? Or how about heading out for a weekend to an unknown city alone? Have you ever thought of taking a cruise solo? More and more travelers are opting to hit the road sans companions, buy why? Why is solo … Read more

Ep. 47 – The Best Beaches in the World!

Over 180 million Americans hit the beach each year to spend time in the sand and surf, but what makes people love the beach so much? Also, what are the most popular beaches in the United States? And where can you find the best beaches in the world? Special guest Chris Zeiher from Lonely Planet … Read more

Best Las Vegas Shows and Concerts in April 2024

This post was updated on March 09, 2024. April heats up the concert and entertainment scene in Las Vegas, and it’s not just the weather getting warmer. And while March may not bring many showers to our desert city, April is when our music scene truly blossoms. This is not a comprehensive list of every … Read more

Ep. 46 – Finding Adventure in Southern Utah!

Southern Utah is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in North America. It’s also home to five National Parks, a number of national monuments and forests, and countless outdoor adventures. Special guest Jared Fisher joins the show to talk about the creation of the Aquarius Trail Hut System and more. For more information … Read more

Ep. 45 – Navigating Rain City – Vancouver, Canada

The Unscaled Travel Show focuses this episode on the Wet Coast as they give travelers some of their favorite places to go, free places to visit, tastiest restaurants, and a closer look at Stanley Park. ____________________________________ S02 Ep45 ____________________________________ Connect with me on social media:  Instagram: @fullmetaltraveler Twitter: @fullmetaltravlr Facebook: @fullmetaltraveler Email: ⁠Jeremy@fullmetaltraveler.com⁠ Website: ⁠www.fullmetaltraveler.com⁠ … Read more

Sun, Surf, and Daygo: A Perfect 3-Day Itinerary in San Diego, California

As you head down the coastline on Interstate 5, where sun-kissed beaches, cultural delights, and a laid-back atmosphere converge, you’ll find San Diego. It’s a diverse and dynamically charming city with a blend of outdoor adventures, multi-cultural exploration, and gourmet delicacies.  When you head to the Golden State, take what you can from this 3-day … Read more

Interview: Kevin Long, CEO of The Dyrt, takes a deep look at The Dyrt 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma

In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, host Jeremy Long sits down with special guest Kevin Long (no relation), the CEO of The Dyrt, to dive deep into the highly anticipated 2024 Camping Report. As the leader in camping and outdoor adventure information, The Dyrt has become an essential resource for outdoor enthusiasts, providing … Read more

Ep. 43 – San Diego’s Hot Spots!

San Diego is a beautiful West Coast city that somehow still feels like it flies under the radar with most travelers. In this episode of the Unscaled Travel Show, we took some time to break down a few of our favorite places to visit, free things to do if you’re watching your travel budget, and … Read more

Ep. 42 – What’s The Deal with Travel Credit Cards?

Every major travel company seems to have a co-branded credit card these days. AMEX Delta, Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy… but when did loyalty programs first begin popping up in history? And if you’re considering your FIRST travel credit card or you want to MAXIMIZE your travel credit card benefits, where do you start? Special guest … Read more

Interview: Dave Grossman, travel credit card expert, is here to help you maximize your credit card perks

Every major travel company seems to have a co-branded credit card these days. AMEX Delta, Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy… but when did loyalty programs first begin popping up in history? And if you’re considering your FIRST travel credit card or you want to MAXIMIZE your travel credit card benefits, where do you start? Special guest … Read more

Ep. 41 – Top Romantic Restaurants in Las Vegas!

Las Vegas isn’t all booze, gambling, and exotic shows. You can also find love, or at least you can find romantic restaurants to celebrate your love, at a number of wonderful places around the city! In this episode, the FMT crew gives you a list of some of their favorites, from restaurants with a beautiful … Read more

Interview: Ross Borden, CEO of Matador Network, on GuideGeek, the travel AI assistant that will change how you travel

Matador Network is one of the world’s leading travel publishers with more than 80,000 articles, videos, and guides all designed to help you make the most of how and where you travel. In 2023 the team at Matador Network saw an opportunity to utilize OpenAI, the creator of wildly popular chatbot software ChatGPT, to experiment … Read more

Ep. 39 – Travel Tech Trends!

Where is travel tech headed and why? The Full Metal team discusses technology you probably already know: smart hotels and rooms (digital keys), apps, chatbots. They also introduce you to tech that’s currently rolling out: more biometrics at the airport, virtual assistants, etc. And finally they introduce where the travel tech trends are taking us: … Read more