Welcome to
OUR LOONEY PLANET
with Ian & Justine
Ian & Justine, the original hosts of the iconic 90’s travel series Globe Trekker, which also aired as Lonely Planet, reached a global audience of 300 million people throughout its groundbreaking, 20-year run.
Now they’re back, with a podcast that explores Our Looney Planet, one conversation at a time.
Our looney podcast
In each podcast episode, Ian and Justine talk with fascinating people all over the world. Their conversations will be punctuated by archival gems from the Globe Trekker archives, documentaries and other media.
Expect engaging conversations, the occasional gaffe, and lots of laughs, as Ian & Justine explore everything from unfamiliar customs to breathtaking landscapes. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or an armchair traveler, Our Looney Planet promises a delightful and informative escape to the far reaches of our shared home.
Our podcast carries on a legacy that began in the late 1970s with the publication of the Lonely Planet guidebooks which revolutionized the travel landscape by giving low-budget travelers the tools and resources needed to travel off-the-beaten track and experience the cultural and historical context of their surroundings.
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Our Current Episode
Episode 2: The Hitchhiker's Guide to Globe Trekker
November 6, 2025
In episode 2, Globe Trekker veterans Ian and Justine swap stories and weigh up the pros and cons of one of their favourite modes of transport - hitchhiking! Hear why, in spite of some hair-raising tales, our fearless duo are convinced there is no better way to soak up a culture and experience the joys and challenges of spontaneous travel. Get ready to ‘embrace the discomfort’ and enjoy the bumpy ride… and find out why that familiar thumbs up gesture may not get you the lift you’d hoped for.
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you all around Our Looney Planet.
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