Reviews
I really enjoy Rick Steve TV programs. I like the content and interviews here. But it is difficult to hear Rick Steve regularly interrupt or interject abruptly before his guests are done talking. Annoying habit.Let your guests finish their thoughts!
Laupadz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/19/24
Rick’s guide books are the best. Podcast has lost a step over the years. It needs to focus on on destinations with tour guide interviews and real life traveler experience and stories. Throw in travel Authors selling their book ! Rick has a lot of political views on the show with a lot of...Read full review »
fred225( via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/08/24
This arm of the Rick Steve’s travel empire is tolerable for the genuinely helpful travel advice provided on high traffic destinations particularly for the excellent guests- however sometimes the colonial tone, and cultural blunders he comes out with are cringeworthy- other times extremely, jaw...Read full review »
Gints_rubi via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 01/12/24
I enjoy his PBS shows and his podcast, which covers more than just Europe. He has an incredible variety of destinations that he covers, and has local guides/experts to opine. Try this travel podcast if you enjoy taking a journey without leaving your home. Very entertaining.
BillBlaster1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/29/23
Rick promotes travel as a way to learn about and engage with the diverse human experience of places other than our own. The sad discourse on some of these reviews paints him simultaneously as a raging anti-American communist and a preachy Christian missionary. Pathetic! Rest assured Rick only...Read full review »
Alternative Milks via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/23/23
Rick is a socialist and communist leaning man. You would think with his deep hatred for the USA he would leave?
Cornhusker55 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/09/23
There are other travel podcasts to listen to if one is not onboard traveling WITH Rick. There are various reasons WHY people make their travel destination choices. Personally, I don’t know how one can avoid religion and politics when traveling to other countries/cultures (even our own) or...Read full review »
LifeLongerlearner via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/17/23
As someone who lives and owns a travel business in Central America, Rick’s takes on this part of the world always leave me asking new questions about my home here. Which is humbling and exciting, two feelings I think resonate among people who travel the world. Amazing work, love listening!
Kathleen M Hall via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/16/23
I enjoy hearing about travels. I fast forward through the religious stories. Sadly it seems I’m having to fast forward through more than ever. I understand Rick’s 2nd wife is a pastor. But please don’t impose all that religiousity on listeners. Yes, I’ve accepted that his program focuses on...Read full review »
like satie via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/13/23
Thank you for considering your listeners and avoiding ads. Your show is already great, and that’s the cherry on top. We appreciate you!!
C Go 1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/01/23
Really enjoy your interview questions and so appreciate all of the tips. Thank you!!
TriciaMackay via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/17/23
Amazing podcast thanks Rick!!!
bericjohnson via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/09/23
If you think you can have a podcast about global travel and history without ever discussing politics I don’t know what to tell you. Keep up the good work, Rick.
SystemError99 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/04/23
Rick Thanks for your tip of visiting Venice in January. OK we were lucky with the weather this year but it’s a walking city and the ability to enjoy Venice without crowds, little to no queues and an excellent range of restaurants even though some do close after epiphany. It was a fantastic 4...Read full review »
Venice in January via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/16/23
I’ve started listening to The Amateur Traveler podcast A good no frill travel podcast without the side of deprecating comments about the U.S. that Rick Steves snidely drops frequently
SherrBher via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/06/23
One of the best travel pods out there. Don’t let the snowflakes try and censor you, I haven’t heard any political takes that have melted me so far. Keep up the good work!
brother-dan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/20/23
I’ve been a fan of Rick’s work for years and am always impressed with his tireless commitment to thoughtful travel. I understand that some folks only want travel info, but I applaud Rick for voicing his opinions and concerns even at the risk of losing customers. Bravo!
GbFayz via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/30/22
Rick teaches all of us how well & ethically business can be run & how travel fosters international understanding. Blessings to you Rick!
nro2 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/27/22
Too preachy. Don’t want to hear about your political thoughts. Just want to know about travel on vacation or future retirement. You don’t want to hear me preach about my political feelings, hold on to yours please.
moving on-missu via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/05/22
I love this show! However, the editing is anxiety producing... I assume it's in an effort to save time, but each speaker's natural pause in speech is edited out, and the effect is unnerving. It also makes it seem as though Rick speaks over and interrupts his guests. I like to listen to...Read full review »
@memetwoandthree via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/24/22
I’m begging you Rick! Please don’t let politics infiltrate your awesome work! Please!!! I lean a certain way and if there are too many guests that bring a certain ideology to the show and podcast I can’t listen anymore and I adore you and your work! Please don’t let guests bring politics into the...Read full review »
piperlou via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/18/22
Rick & his guest take jabs at America & Americans every chance they get. Socialism might work for some small European countries, but not here. Capitalism is what helped you create the empire you have profited from, Rick.
traditionalgirl via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/18/22
I love your podcast! Its awesome!
Maraitae via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 09/18/22
Love Rick and been loyally watching and listening for years, but have little/no interest in u.s. destinations…sure I’ve traveled around the u.s. a lot but I come to Rick for Europe, where I prefer to spend my vacation time.
gus 24! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/25/22
I am usually fan of this podcast, however, after listening to the first ten minutes of the episode about New Orleans, I have some serious concerns. The guests on this episode are Caucasian-presenting tour guides. I had to stop listening when the man was discussing what “Creole” means and the...Read full review »
adopt more cats via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/20/22
The content is solid and the guests are knowledgeable, but why bother host guests if they aren’t allowed to finish a sentence? Rick asks and answers all of his questions before the guest can offer an opinion.
oaktown shepherd via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/18/22
Mindful and informative without being boring. Great for falling asleep to. The interruptions tho
ohi:) via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/04/22
Crazy media.
abcfeinglf d via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/28/22
Isn’t it wonderful to have a travel presenter and interviewer who is also an outstanding journalist, and interviewer. Rick is not only incredibly knowledgeable and well researched but also has impeccable judgment on when to sit back and let his guests tell the story and when to add value. Thanks...Read full review »
T677754499999 via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 06/14/22
I grew up watching Rick on PBS with my parents, and these moments inspired me to become a travel writer. I love this show and Rick’s travel style. He has a wonderful curiosity about the world, and he focuses on people, not politics. Love this show!
I B Reading via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/01/22
I love the exchange of conversation you have with diverse guests, particularly those who have immersed themselves in the culture of the place they have visited. Your show is both genuinely informative and entertaining.
Zia N. via Apple Podcasts · Philippines · 05/20/22
Let your guests finish their sentences.
migirltravels via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/17/22
I generally enjoy Rick Steves on TV, but man as an interviewer he is hard to listen to - because he continually interrupts hi guests so much, it’s virtually unlistenable.
rtown via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 04/29/22
I really do love this podcast and enjoy the topics very much. However, I have to mention that I find Rick talking over and interrupting the guest speakers very hard to listen to. He does it constantly and I find myself cringing out of the awkwardness of it throughout the episodes. Rick, please...Read full review »
Ralanas84 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/28/22
I tried listening to a couple of episodes that I was genuinely interested in, but he spent the first segments of each episode interrupting his guests quite abruptly. It was very jarring and hard to listen to, particularly since he does it more to women than to men. It’s a bad habit that makes an...Read full review »
Lavendulalala via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 04/27/22
Rick often strikes just the right balance of information and entertainment - but please stop interrupting and talking over your guests. Sometimes I wonder why the guests are even there, Rick asks a question then immediately interrupts and answers the question himself. It’s awkward and annoying.
dsmlistener via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/19/22
Iv never found Rick Steve’s episodes to be extreme left views or political. He uses common sense and decency. I think the trump supporters should go listen to another podcast the crybaby’s!
Xodus23896 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/11/22
Through my college travels in the 1990s to the present, Rick has been there with his signature blend of Western Civ, gastronomy, and insightful understanding of human relations. I am delighted to have this podcast as an additional way to connect with other world citizens.
mollyscissorhand via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/06/22
Never miss an episode!
divebookreader via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/06/22
I grew up watching Rick’s travel show on PBS & throughly enjoyed it. Now I am listening to his podcasts & he turned into a socialist commi! C’est dommage! Very disappointing! ☹️
Shrieks fed via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/04/22
I really enjoy listening to this podcast. But I don’t like the political influence. I find it uncomfortable.
kfn# via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/21/22
This program continues to give tips on itineracy but more importantly the attitude of traveling. If jumping off and on the bus after numerous selfies is your idea of travel this could help transform your experience
Moe Loog via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/06/21
I’m a former local politician who is disillusioned by the state of our politics. I love Rick Steves and specifically listen to it to get away from the disappointments that I encounter in the news daily. I want to beg you. Please, please stop using your platform to promote a political party...Read full review »
Robbiepolitico via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/05/21
A good interviewer is a good listener. Please let your guests have their say. Instead of parading your own knowledge.
Sad in Oz via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 11/02/21
This is supposed to be a travelling or travel podcast about travelling but each time the weather or climate of an area is mentioned the first go to is to scream “global warming”....just stop with the alarmist views for heavens sake and talk about things you know
ThisBSchannel via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/01/21
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