The date is almost here, and I can't believe it. In fact, the only thing that's harder to believe is this:
More than 230 podcast fans, travelers, and fellow “sickos” (!!!!) have bought their tickets for the Thrifty Traveler Podcast Live next Friday, June 12 at the historic Parkway Theater in Minneapolis for a live taping of our show. And time is running out to join us!
We've got a fun-filled evening in store with plenty of travel talk, something both hot and cold, plenty of bits, a surefire “Canada Button” appearance, and two (or perhaps more??) red wines. We're planning to host some travel trivia (with plenty of prizes!) before the show, additional Q&A after we end the recording, exclusive podcast merch for sale, travel-themed cocktails, and other surprises.
Tickets are on sale now … and selling fast! Buy yours now, mark your calendars, and see you next Friday – this is going to be a ton of fun.
Pssst: Thrifty Traveler Premium members, check your inbox (or log into your account) for a promo code with a big discount!
Buy your tickets to the Thrifty Traveler Podcast Live now!
Huge shout out to Meet Minneapolis for sponsoring this event in our beloved hometown!
The podcast just turned one year old, and we're all astonished at how quickly our baby has become one of the fastest-growing and top-rated travel podcasts in the world. Heck, we just won a Shorty Award! We didn't have that on our bingo card for 2026 … or 2027 … or ever, really.
We've put out 60-plus episodes and counting, built a new studio, had some hilarious guests, unleashed some unhinged hot takes, embarrassed ourselves with our biggest travel mistakes and roasted yours, and – hopefully – helped you all travel a little bit more for a lot less. Most of all, we're having a ton of fun.
But a live show will be the highlight. I know I speak for Gunnar and the rest of our team when I say we can't wait to get together next week to talk travel with you all.
Buy your tickets to the Thrifty Traveler Podcast Live!

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