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 6: Part 1: How we got the best job in the world
January 29, 2026
Thought you knew Ian and Justine? Think again. In this episode, our dynamic duo reveal all - about themselves and the unlikely journeys that led them to hosting one of the most amazing travel shows ever. Their story is full of highs, lows and bizarre sliding door moments. And the best thing about it is, it’s all true.
In this episode we take you back to 1994 where Pilot Films in London is launching a ground-breaking new travel series, and thousands of hopefuls are mailing in their audition tapes. Buried in the towering stack of VHS cassettes are Ian and Justine's audition tapes. Learn why Ian and Justine were chosen. Would you have chosen them? Watch their audition tapes and decide for yourself.
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