Episodes
Back to where it all started in episode 1, Game Day Tourist revisits the Bay Area to find out what's changed over the past two years (in addition to 'life as we know it'). Shane Barclay is our guide as we circumnavigate one of the most action packed sports destinations anywhere in the world. If you would like to hear more from Shane and JapanBall, they can be found in the following places; Website – japanball.com & japanballtravel.com Facebook – @JapanBall Instagram...
Published 11/16/20
Published 11/16/20
Once again we're taking to the road for a whirlwind sports tour around the US and Canada. Tom Thrash takes the driving seat and serves as our guide, sharing stories from some of the best spectator experiences North American professional sport has to offer. You can find more from Tom in the following places: Twitter - @tthrash Instagram - tomttake2    
Published 11/10/20
As you might expect from the President of a website named Stadium Journey, Paul Baker's breadth of U.S. sports travel knowledge is quite remarkable.  Join us for a wide ranging conversation as Paul shares his experiences and adventures in the world of sports fandom.   Paul can be found on Twitter as @PuckmanRI   Stadium Journey can be found in the following places: Website - stadiumjourney.com Twitter - @StadiumJourney Facebook - @StadiumJourney   Stadium Journey reviews of venues mentioned...
Published 08/27/20
It may not be the flashiest, furthest reaching or highest profile sports league in North America, but Major League Lacrosse's passionate community of fans, coaches and players give it certain qualities not seen by spectators of more established sports. Writer Phil Shore spent the 2019 MLL season visiting all of the league's active franchises to better understand what drives the people who love and dedicate themselves to this overlooked corner of the sporting world. Phil joins me to share what...
Published 07/15/20
A major sport across the majority of Continental Europe but mystifyingly under represented in most of the English speaking world, handball is relatively unknown to many of us (myself included). Brian Campion, Chris O'Reilly & Alex Kulesh of The (Un)informed Handball Hour are here to fill this particular gap in your world sports knowledge. Among other things in this episode, you'll hear a familiar name splashing the cash in pursuit of Champions League glory, discover the Eastern European...
Published 06/24/20
Sure, it's America's pastime but as many people have recently discovered, baseball is a global passion. From the summer leagues of Asia to the winter leagues of Latin America, there's a whole world of ballparks to be explored. After a career working for MLB, Shane Barclay has combined his love for the sport with a love for travel and now runs JapanBall.com, offering fans the chance to experience worldwide baseball for themselves. Join us as Shane is our guide through the well known, under the...
Published 06/03/20
Can you imagine Tom Brady playing Arena Football? How about Cristiano Ronaldo playing in a summer indoor football league? Welcome to the world of pro lacrosse, where some of the top stars make a living playing year round in multiple leagues. Tracing its roots back to Native American communities and with a recorded history of more than 350 years, it's North America's indigenous game. Now played in three forms, Adam Moore and Hutton Jackson of Pro Lacrosse Talk are our guides through the...
Published 05/19/20
Sports traveller, ground hopper, stadium chaser, live sport enthusiasts go by many names. Whatever you call him, this guest is up there with the best and is surely one of the most prolific Game Day Tourists anywhere in the world. Sean MacDonald has seen live sport in 830 different venues, spanning multiple continents and possibly more sports than you can name off the top of your head.  Join us as Sean shares the wisdom he's gained from hundreds of thousands of miles on the road, from some of...
Published 05/05/20
Game Day Tourist travels to India to discover the the fascinating world of kabaddi, the action packed sport rapidly rising in popularity thanks to the recently formed Pro Kabaddi League. Guiding us through the sports basics, cultural heritage and modernisation into a glitzy, enthralling spectator experience are commentators and pundits Suhail Chandhok and Dan Strange, hosts of In&Out Kabaddi Podcast. If you would like more from Suhail and Dan, they can be found in the following...
Published 04/21/20
Don't know your Pro 14 from Top 14? Not to worry, episode 18 of The Game Day Tourist Podcast has you covered. Paul Bains, creator of rugby blog Driving Maul shares his expert knowledge and insight to guide you through the world of Rugby Union. Paul and Driving Maul can be found in the following places; Blog - drivingmaul.com Twitter - @DrivingMaul Facebook - @DrivingMaul  
Published 04/07/20
Football blogger and historian Gerard Farrell returns to discuss the career of Scottish architect Archibald Leitch, designer of some of the most recognisable, historic and beloved stadiums in Britain and Ireland. If you would like more from Gerard, he can be found in the following places; Blog - A Bohemian Sporting Life Twitter - @gerrytastic
Published 03/24/20
Home to teams from the NFL, MLB, MLS and soon to the NHL, Seattle packs a punch for pro sport fans. Throw in college sport from the University of Washington and you'll find a truly great sporting destination.  Sports travel blogger Kailee Cavaliere joins me to guide us through the best of what the city has to offer. If you would like to read more from Kailee, she can be found in the following places: Website - ninetyfeetfromhome.com Instagram - @ninetyfeetfromhome Facebook -...
Published 12/19/19
Travel blogger Steven Ericson is back to complete our overview of sports travel and culture in Japan. In this episode we cover the most iconic of Japanese sports, sumo, as well as J League football (soccer), figure skating and recap Japan's hosting of the Rugby World Cup. Steven also shares some of his top places to visit and Japanese dishes visitors shouldn't miss out on. If you missed Part 1, check it out in Episode 12. If you would like more from Steven, he can be found in the following...
Published 11/29/19
In episode 14 - Jessica Malone joins me to share stories from her football (soccer) travels, after leaving her job and watching 60 matches on three continents.  Jessica can be found in the following places; Twitter - @jessicamalone85 Instagram - soccersabbatical
Published 11/12/19
Brandon Croud, host of Lapped Traffic Podcast introduces the world of NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing), from a beginner's guide to the best fan experiences the sport has to offer. Brandon and Lapped Traffic Podcast can be found in the following places; Website - thelappedtrafficpodcast.com Twitter - @lappedtrafficpc Facebook - @thelappedtrafficpodcast  
Published 10/08/19
So much information we needed a second episode! Blogger Steven Ericson joins me to share insights from his first year of Japanese residency. In this episode, we cover Steven's observations on Japanese culture and his experience of adapting to his new home, Nippon Professional Baseball and the upcoming Rugby World Cup.   If you would like more from Steven, he can be found in the following places; Blog - @stevenonthemove.com Facebook - stevenonthemove Twitter - @StevenOnTheMove Instagram -...
Published 09/09/19
In the first of a new series, Brett Gibbons of Road to CFB joins me to share lessons, opinions and experiences from his quest to see a game at all 130 Division 1 college football stadiums. Brett and Road to CFB can be found in the following places; Instagram - roadtocfb Twitter - @theBrettGibbons Podcast - The College Football Show with Road to CFB   Links mentioned in this episode can be found at gamedaytourist.com
Published 08/26/19
For episode ten, blogger and podcaster Mouhamad Rachini guides us around his home city of Toronto. Mouhamed can be found in the following places; Twitter - @thatarabkeeper Blog - Between The Sticks YouTube - Koora TV
Published 08/12/19
In episode 9, the incredibly knowledgeable Gerard Farrell introduces us to the unique world of Irish sport and breaks down the best spectator sports experiences Dublin has to offer. Gerard can be found in the following places; Blog - A Bohemian Sporting Life Twitter - @gerrytastic All of the links mentioned in this episode can be found at gamedaytourist.com
Published 07/29/19
For episode 8, I'm joined by fellow Stadium Scene TV Network partner and host of On The Counter podcast, Drew Pells to discuss sport in China and his experience of living and working in the world's most populated country. Drew can be found in the following places; Website - drewpells.com Twitter - @DrewPells Click here for the COPA90 video mentioned by Drew in this episode.
Published 07/15/19
Sydney resident Gary Andrews introduces us to the unique world of Australian sport as we explore the wide variety of action available in the beautiful harbour city   Find Gary on Twitter @gafootbl
Published 04/17/19
For episode six, I'm joined by author Mark Darden to discuss his quest to watch a game at every MLB ballpark during the 2017 season. All of which is captured in his debut book, 'It's Game Time Folks!: Quest for 30'.  Mark (aka Buckeye Muscle) can be found in the following places; Website - buckeyemuscle.com Instagram - buckeyemuscle Twitter - @buckeyemuscle Facebook - @buckeyemuscle YouTube - buckeyemuscle  
Published 03/27/19
For episode 5 of The Game Day Tourist Podcast, stadiumscene.tv co-founder D.J. Fluck is back to discuss Major League Baseball Spring Training, in Arizona's Cactus League. Find stadiumscene.tv in the following places Website - stadiumscene.tv Facebook - @stadiumscene Instagram - stadium_scene Twitter - @stadiumscene Pinterest - stadiumscene
Published 02/18/19
Welcome to the latest instalment of The Game Day Tourist Podcast. In this episode, I'm discussing college football traditions with Brett Gibbons of Road to CFB and Drew Rich of Tailgait Tourist. You can find Brett and Drew in the following places:   Road to CFB Instagram - roadtocfb Website - roadtocfb.com   Tailgate Tourist Instagram - tailgatetourist   Additional information on the subjects covered in this episode can be found at gamedaytourist.com
Published 01/16/19