Episodes
Joining us in the studio is none other than Matt, also known as the Wizard of Iz—yes, with one Z! This urban explorer isn't your average adventurer; he's more like the Indiana Jones of abandoned spaces, except he trades the fedora for a Hawaiian shirt and the whip for a sense of mischief. In this mind-bending episode, Matt regales us with stories that sound like they're straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster. Picture this: playing high-stakes hide and seek with security guards, spreading...
Published 03/30/24
Published 03/30/24
In this upcoming episode, join us as we delve into a captivating journey with Philadelphia explorer Morgan. With a knack for uncovering the extraordinary in the ordinary, Morgan shares a plethora of thrilling tales from her urban exploration adventures. From encountering the legendary BILL FINAN, hailed as the son of the urbex deity, to narrowly escaping the clutches of law enforcement thanks to a collapsed staircase in an abandoned building, each story is bound to leave you on the edge of...
Published 03/15/24
On today's Chasing Bandos Podcast episode, I'm joined by Bobby, a seasoned urban explorer from Detroit who will tell us all about his recent European urbex road trip to Italy, France, Austria, Germany, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Luxembourg. Action packed episode ready for your ears! Links / Social Media:  Instagram: detroit_unseen Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on...
Published 03/02/24
Was the Fukushima disaster more severe than Chernobyl? This question elicits a nuanced response, as while instinctively one might lean towards negation, my esteemed guest for today will present a contrasting perspective. Tune in to our bonus episode featuring the insights of French explorer Rivka. Links / Social Media:  Instagram: rivkahex Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at...
Published 02/10/24
On today's Chasing Bandos Podcast episode, I'm joined by Mike, a seasoned urban explorer from Canada. Mike, previously featured with Wade in the Anyox episode and co-hosting an interview with Rob Bryce, takes center stage today, regaling us with unique tales from his abandoned site adventures. Among these is his gripping account of driving with his father to the desolate Uranium City in the remote Canadian wilderness. The perilous journey involved navigating treacherous ice roads, and you can...
Published 01/28/24
Today's podcast episode features Monique, a passionate explorer from Virginia. Her journey to our pod began with a video in a Facebook group where she cleverly advised members to keep quiet about abandoned homes' locations. Dedicated to preserving abandoned homes, Monique expresses frustration over members sharing locations in the local Virginia Facebook group, leading to looting and destruction. Monique shares diverse stories, including a poignant visit to her derelict childhood home....
Published 01/13/24
Welcome, fellow urban adventurers, to another captivating debate episode. Today, our panel of intrepid explorers, featuring Nick (karmacula), Dave (freaktography), Tommy (moldy_lungs), Justin (ihatejustincurtis) and the host of the Chasing Bandos Podcast, Greg Abandoned, is ready to embark on a journey through the heart of urbex mysteries. First up, we unravel the essential urbex terminology — delving into the intriguing realms of "dick riders" and "grifters." What do these terms mean in the...
Published 12/31/23
Grimbo, dubbed the 'drain prodigy kid' since his teenage years, aspired to join the Cave Clan but faced internal politics within the Australian underground community. Despite challenges, he's thriving independently. In New Zealand, Grimbo's future drain adventures were foreshadowed by a harrowing plane flight. Grimbo also discussed a controversial aspect involving an explorer whose questionable interests coincided with Grimbo's growing interest in drain exploration. The podcast explores what...
Published 12/16/23
In this poignant episode, we delve into the intersection of mental health and urban exploration. Exploring the link between the two, we hear personal stories from two American explorers who courageously share their struggles. Gabby recounts her journey, including a pivotal moment where she committed herself to a mental institution for the support needed to overcome her challenges. The second part features Keeper, exploring the question of whether he has utilized the urbex community as a...
Published 11/30/23
Joining us on the podcast is the controversial and colorful character known as Dan the Man or his online persona Ben Clownin. Accused of various misdeeds, we delve into the accusations to separate fact from fiction. Vinny, his real name, is an urban explorer from Buffalo, New York, often labeled as the villain. In today's episode, we address these allegations and hear directly from Vinny himself. Brace yourself for strong words as Vinny shares some wild exploring stories, including a brush...
Published 11/18/23
The host of Chasing Bandos Podcast met today's guest Dmitrii Negrutsa in the canteen building of the former Soviet mining settlement known as Pyramiden. Pyramiden is situated on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard and stands as one of the few remaining authentic Soviet ghost towns in the world. The host was immediately struck by Dmitrii's eloquence and welcoming nature when they met during a visit to Pyramiden with a group of fellow explorers. During the episode, Dmitrii provides a wealth of...
Published 11/03/23
In this episode of the Chasing Bandos Urbex Podcast, a panel of four Australian urban explorers—Jims, Trespvss, Steak, and Mariachi — engage in a lively discussion on various urban exploration-related topics. They start by sharing their experiences dealing with homeless people and scrappers commonly encountered in abandoned buildings. The explorers consider strategies for managing these encounters and the challenges they pose. The panel then delves into the topic of protection for urban...
Published 10/20/23
Welcome to today's episode, which is all about Pyramiden. So, what is Pyramiden? It's a former Soviet mining settlement located in the Arctic Circle on the Svalbard archipelago. This place is a ghost town, frozen in time. The Russians used to mine coal from Pyramiden, a settlement they bought from Sweden. Due to various circumstances, including an airplane disaster in 1996, the decision was made to close all operations. Fast forward to 2007, the owners decided to embark on new operations,...
Published 10/06/23
In this episode, we had a fascinating conversation with Sara Starkström, a Swedish urban explorer. She shared her journey into urbex, starting with a childhood fascination with an old farmhouse. Sara's love for underground spaces and tunnels led her to explore catacombs and underground locations. She expressed her dream of exploring Japan, where she's explored amusement parks and an untouched sanatorium. Sara recounted a thrilling encounter with a wild boar in Spain, narrowly escaping a...
Published 09/22/23
Meet Matt Lambros, an American urban explorer and photographer with a passion for abandoned theaters. Over nearly two decades, he has diligently documented decaying theaters in America and actively works to revive them. Matt collaborates with theater owners and offers photography workshops. In our interview, he emphasizes his ethical approach to access, contrasting it with less scrupulous practices in urban exploration. We delve into the Newark's Adams Theatre incident, where Canadian...
Published 09/11/23
In this podcast episode, we introduce Rob Bryce, the owner of Northern BC Jet Boat Tours and a fearless Canadian explorer who has uncovered the enigmatic secrets of the Anyox ghost town. Rob specializes in curating unique adventures in Northern British Columbia, offering personalized boat tours to remote areas and historical ghost towns within the region. Rob shares his unexpected journey into arranging tours to deserted and far-flung destinations, leveraging his educational background to...
Published 08/25/23
Welcome to another captivating episode of Chasing Bandos! In this installment, we are joined by Markus, an accomplished German urban explorer and photographer. His journey into the world of urban exploration is intricately linked with his childhood fascination with dinosaurs and the allure of Jurassic Park, which ignited his passion for uncovering the hidden stories of abandoned places. Markus takes us on a rollercoaster of stories, each revealing the unexpected encounters and thrilling...
Published 08/12/23
In this episode, we have the privilege of welcoming Lana Sator, a remarkable Russian urban explorer, photographer, and blogger. During the interview, Lana courageously shares the harrowing events that unfolded during her time in Albania, shedding light on her arrest, detention, and the nine months she spent in an Albanian prison. Additionally, she candidly discusses the unjust solitary confinement she endured. With great detail, we explore the step-by-step accounts of what transpired on that...
Published 07/29/23
Get ready for an action-packed episode of the Chasing Bandos Urbex Podcast, featuring the incredible stories and insights of our guest, Dave dnf.n. As a seasoned explorer, Dave takes us on a thrilling journey through his UrbEx adventures and shares some valuable lessons along the way. From a young age, Dave's fascination with exploring was ignited by living near an abandoned hospital. For him, it was all about the thrill of adventure and finding a way into these intriguing spaces, without...
Published 07/15/23
In this highly anticipated third annual episode of the Chasing Bandos podcast, we are join by Bill Finan as he celebrates his birthday in a unique and memorable way. This time, the episode takes a different approach as Bill is joined by a panel of three American explorers: reel-master Alex (dragonboyac), Ninja Nick (karmacula), and Ghostly Sonny (xplorewithsonny). Together, they delve into intriguing stories and address some pressing topics. Bill begins by addressing two significant incidents...
Published 07/02/23
Welcome to the second episode of the UrbEx debate! In this episode, we have three distinguished guests: John Law, a legendary urban explorer with over 45 years of experience exploring abandoned places in San Francisco; Max Boncina, a world traveler and explorer based in New York; and Eric Holubow, an expert urban explorer from Chicago. Throughout the episode, our guests engage in lively discussions on a range of topics related to urban exploration. They delve into controversial issues such as...
Published 06/23/23
Join urban explorer and photographer Bryant Neal from Rochester, NY, as he takes us on a thrilling journey through abandoned places on the Chasing Bandos Podcast. Bryant's passion for capturing the beauty and history of decaying locations has led him to explore abandoned houses, hospitals, asylums, car graveyards, schools, movie locations, and more. In this episode, he shares his projects, engages in lively debates about urban exploration, and uncovers fascinating stories. Since 2015, Bryant...
Published 06/09/23
Adam Slater is a British explorer from Birmingham, England. Adam has been exploring abandoned places since early 2000s. He belongs to community of urban explorers on 28dayslater.co.uk forum. Adam explored the UK’s ‘UrbEx Holy Grail’, a nuclear bunker from the Cold War era that served as England's Central Government War Headquarters. The Cabinet Office commissioned this subterranean urban fortress during the 1950s when the West faced an imminent threat of all-out nuclear war. Although the...
Published 05/26/23
Bedtime UrbEx stories by American explorer Alex DragonBoy: Story 1: The Flea house - While taking a picture on the ground of an abandoned house, Alex contracted a skin infection. He initially believed that a swarm of fleas had attacked him, as the house was commonly known as “Flea House”. However, after consulting a doctor, he discovered that it was actually folliculitis, which is a prevalent skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become inflamed.  Story 2: The Caretaker - After...
Published 05/12/23