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Here’s your ultimate guide to Costa Rica — a country powered entirely by renewables and home to a quarter of its land protected from development. If you’re wondering what it’s actually like to spend real time here, we’ve got you. We spent a full month travelling up and down the country, experiencing it alongside our friends and their nine pets. In this episode, we answer the questions you’re probably already asking. In “Jet Lag Judgements” we break down what hits you in those first few hours, from endless greenery to a feeling that’s oddly familiar in a way you wouldn’t expect. In “Vegan Voyagers” we put the food scene to the test so you can decide whether a country this rich in nature translates to a vegan-friendly plate. And in “Worth The Trip” we get honest about what it’s really like spending time here, what might surprise you, what might not land, and whether Costa Rica actually lives up to the version you’ve got in your head.Chapters(03:48) – Why Did We Choose Costa Rica?(06:25) – Costa Ricans Don’t Like Nicaraguans? The Story Behind It (08:35) – Jet Lag Judgements: Costa Rica(12:25) – Vegan Voyagers: Costa Rica (21:44) – Worth The Trip: Costa RicaRecommended EpisodesCheck out these episodes in this series:📺 Series 1🎧 S1: The Dark Side of Full Time Travel, When Freedom Doesn’t Feel Like Freedom | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 S1: Why Travel Arguments Escalate Fast & What It Reveals About Your Relationship | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 S1: 35,000 Daily Decisions and Why They’re Straining Your Relationship | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 S1: No.1 Intimacy Coach: Does Travel Make or Break a Relationship & Warning Signs Couples Miss – Monica Tanner, Author: Bad Marriage Advice & Host: Secrets of Happily Ever After | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryCosta Rica Travel Guide, Costa Rica Travel Review, Is Costa Rica Worth It, Costa Rica Pros and Cons, Costa Rica Travel Experience, Costa Rica First Impressions, Costa Rica Nature Wildlife, Costa Rica National Parks Guide, Costa Rica Travel Cost, Is Costa Rica Expensive, Costa Rica Vegan Options, Vegan Food Costa Rica, Costa Rica Travel Tips, Costa Rica Itinerary Ideas, Costa Rica Travel Reality, Costa Rica Honest Review, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"We visited a country that runs on 100% renewable energy and a quarter of its land protected from development, making it one of the most untouched countries in the world.""So my first impressions was how green it was. It was unbelievably green.""If you're wanting something more exciting or a vegan-specific restaurant, then I think you're gonna struggle." "So yeah, you can survive, absolutely. You'll have lots of protein. There's not gonna be a great deal of variety." "I've gotta be honest, and I'm gonna say it respectfully, it's a bit boring.""It is definitely out of the countries I've been, arguably the best place I've ever been for it. You truly feel connected to nature in every way, from the birds to the insects, the sounds in the day to the night, very different." 

We’re joined by Monica Tanner this week, a certified relationship and intimacy coach, keynote speaker, and author with over two decades of real marriage experience, to put our relationship under the microscope and answer the question at the heart of this series, does travel make or break a relationship, and what actually determines the outcome? We get into what a modern relationship actually looks like today, who really defines it, and the warning signs couples often miss until it is too late. You’ll hear why arguments seem to show up faster when you travel together, how money quietly creates tension, and what separates couples who thrive from those who don’t. We also challenge the advice you’ve likely heard your whole life, from never going to bed angry to happy wife happy life, and why it might be doing more harm than good. By the end, we strip it all back to what really matters and what travel might reveal in your own relationship that everyday life can hide.Chapters(02:47) – What Defines a Traditional vs Modern Relationship Today, and How Do They Differ?(04:10) – Is a Modern Relationship Defined by the Couple or by Society?(05:33) – What Are the Key Warning Signs a Couple Won’t Last?(07:56) – What Is Your View on Finances in a Relationship, and Does It Differ if Married or Not?(13:45) – How Can Partners Align on Finances and Shared Goals?(17:54) – What Do Strong Couples Do Differently When Travelling?(21:02) – For Couples Who Don’t Want to Travel, What Are Three Ways to Balance Love, Adventure, and Freedom?(24:09) – Was This Always the Plan With the Book, What Inspired It?(27:06) – For Long-Term Couples, Why Should They Read the Book?(28:22) – Does Travel Make or Break a Relationship — and What Actually Determines the Outcome?(30:04) – On The RecordRecommended EpisodesCheck out these episodes in this series:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 S1: EP95 | Decision Fatigue in Relationships & Quiet Resentment Between Us | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 S1: EP94 | The Travel Moment That Breaks Every Couple & What It Reveals | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 S1: EP93 | Expectation vs Reality of Couple Travel & How it Changed Us | Yalla Habibi PodcastAdditional ReferencesGet in touch with Monica Tanner and grab her book here:📖 Buy “Bad Marriage Advice” Here: https://www.badmarriageadvice.com/get-the-book🛒 Buy “Bad Marriage Advice” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Marriage-Advice-Debunking-Miserable/dp/B0FQ46HG3S 🎙️ Secrets of Happily Ever After Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6KnkyQGEr20TnQsfmx7kX0?si=4eb6afb2f63a4a6b👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monica.tanner2/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monitalksmarriage/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@onthebrightersideofmarriage💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicatanner---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryCouples Travel, Marriage Advice, Travel Relationships, Modern Marriage, Relationship Expert, Intimacy Coach, Monica Tanner, Secrets of Happily Ever After Podcast, Author of Bad Marriage Advice, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"Modern marriage requires us to write our own rules.""I say that all relationships are an endless cycle of harmony, disharmony, and repair." "Every couple fights when they go on vacation. If they tell you they don't, they're probably lying." "Garbage, strongly disagree. Please go to bed. Angry."

We make around 35,000 decisions a day, and when you’re travelling as a couple, it suddenly feels like you’re negotiating every single one of them. Where to eat. What to book. Who decides. It’s rarely the big life choices that wear you down, it’s the constant drip of tiny ones that quietly build tension without you realising. From pasta stand-offs in Nicaragua to redefining who handles logistics, we unpack decision fatigue in relationships, the roles couples slip into without meaning to, and why trying to “just go with it” can slowly turn into resentment. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to a story so absurdly unlikely it sounds fictional, yet it shows how one random click can expose something that was never meant to be found. While in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we explore research suggesting your happiness boost might actually begin long before you even pack your suitcase. Chapters(03:58) – How Do You Both Approach Decisions? (08:35) – Where the Problem Starts to Arise? (10:22) – The Bolognese Battle That Nearly Ruined Our Day (15:00) – Getting Stuck in Common Assumptions and Norms for Couples Traveling (18:20) – How We Broke the Unspoken Rules of Couple Travel(23:06) – What Not To Do? (25:27) – What Works? (29:40) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: 🗺️ Caught on Street View: The Trip That Ended a Marriage (30:34) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: ✈️ The Happiness Starts Before You Even LeaveScott's WTF of the Week🗺️ Caught on Street View: The Trip That Ended a Marriage 🔗 ⁠⁠https://people.com/home/man-catches-wife-cheating-google-maps-street-view-they-divorce/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only✈️ The Happiness Starts Before You Even Leave🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/planning-a-trip-is-good-for-youRecommended EpisodesCheck out these episodes in this series:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 Why Travel Arguments Escalate Fast & What It Reveals About Your Relationship | Yalla Habibi Podcast ⁠🎧 ⁠The Dark Side of Full Time Travel, When Freedom Doesn’t Feel Like Freedom | Yalla Habibi Podcast⁠---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryTravel Decision Fatigue, Couples Travel Tips, Decision Making in Relationships, Long Term Travel Lifestyle, How to Avoid Resentment in Relationships, Travel Burnout Prevention, Communication in Relationships, Balancing Responsibilities as a Couple, Planning vs Spontaneous Personality, Modern Relationship Advice, Traveling as a Couple Challenges, Energy Management in Relationships, Relationship Conflict Resolution, Travel and Happiness Research, Anticipation of Travel Psychology, Does Travel Strengthen Relationships, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"We never imagined how exhausting it would be to constantly make decisions while traveling together, where to eat, what to do, who decides?""If you're always compromising, then what happens is you just both end up doing stuff you don't wanna do.""You can be separated from each other when you're traveling, you're still traveling together.""Don't make every decision together.""He actually recognized the woman. That woman happened to be his wife.""Research shows that planning and anticipating a trip can actually significantly boost happiness."

Have you ever argued somewhere that’s supposed to be “the trip of a lifetime” and thought… why is this happening here of all places? In this episode, we unpack couples conflict while travelling, the little frictions that feel bigger when you’re tired, overstimulated, and living out of a suitcase. From navigating work calls and workout routines in the same room, to the cost vs comfort debate that quietly tests your values, to a joke that lands wrong and lingers longer than it should, we share the moments that forced us to look at how we both handle tension very differently. We talk travel triggers, resentment, repair, and whether disagreements on the road reveal cracks or build connection. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we explore a viral hiking phrase that proves arguments in extreme environments can escalate fast, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share research that might make you rethink how you and your partner make decisions on your next trip. Chapters(03:15) – How Do We Approach Conflict?(06:58) – How Do We Need To Approach Each Other To Prevent Conflict?(14:50) – Story: Scott’s Strange Noises Almost Cost Shelby Her Job(20:11) – Story: The Argument Every Travelling Couple Has(26:09) – Story: When Travel Gets Tough And The Small Things Start To Matter(33:14) – Was There Ever A Moment Where We Thought, “This Might Actually Break Us Up”?(35:46) – Lessons From Travelling Together That Will Help Couples Prevent Conflict On The Road(38:00) – The Travel Triggers That Cause Our Arguments (40:05) – Scott’s WTF Of The Week(47:08) – Shelby’s Good Vibes OnlyScott's WTF of the Week🏔️ Deadly "Alpine Divorce": The Hike That Led To Manslaughter🔗 ⁠https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/ng-interactive/2026/mar/17/alpine-divorce-abandoned-hiking-trailShelby’s Good Vibes Only⚖️ The Secret To Happy Travel 🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0047287518785052Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 ⁠The Dark Side of Full Time Travel, When Freedom Doesn’t Feel Like Freedom | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryTravel Arguments, Couples Fighting While Traveling, Conflict Styles in Relationships, Logic vs Emotion in Relationships, Demand Avoidance in Relationships, Communication During Conflict, Working Remotely as a Couple, Budget Travel Disagreements, Accommodation Cost vs Comfort, Travel Triggers in Relationships, Plastic Surgery Joke Argument, Hurt Feelings in Relationships, Resentment in Couples, Alpine Divorce Hiking Term, Hiking Conflict Stories, Travel Decision Making Couples, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“We have argued in places people save their whole lives to visit.”“I’m very logical. I am quite what I'd say, black and white thinking.”“I need time to think about it before I talk about it.”“Finances happens to be the biggest reason for divorce.”“It’s a very simple trick that anyone can do the second someone says, ‘I feel,’ it’s time to stop.”"She later died of hypothermia and I guess luckily or unlucky, he was convicted of manslaughter in February this year."“Better communication while traveling isn’t just about talking more, it’s about sharing that control in a way that makes both people feel heard.”

We’re trying something new. This is the first of our 4-part series where we go deeper into topics we’re genuinely curious about, starting with travel and relationships. It’s still us, same stories, same humour, just a slightly more focused lens for better conversations, more engagement, and something that lasts. It also feels like the right time to say what this podcast really is, Yalla Habibi is about exploring freedom in a modern relationship through honest stories, chasing adventure, questioning expectations, and figuring out what actually feels right as we go.We’re living a life most couples dream about, travelling the world together and chasing complete freedom, so why are there moments where it just feels… normal? In this episode we break down the gap between expectation and reality, from the belief that travel should feel incredible every day to the truth that it can feel flat, frustrating, and even put pressure on your relationship. We share the real moments behind the highlight reel, from unexpected danger and last-minute country changes to the quiet tensions of spending every day together, and how it’s shaped us as a couple. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to a finding that flips attraction on its head in the most unexpected way, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” explores why doing something slightly uncomfortable together might be the secret ingredient to a stronger relationship.Chapters(03:00) – Travelling Must Be the Dream Life for a Couple(06:28) – Travelling Is Too Difficult for Us to Plan and Navigate(14:25) – It Could Mess Up Our Relationship(17:55) – I Am Envious of the Amount of Countries Other Couples Have Visited(21:00) – We Won’t Have Enough Time for Intimacy(25:40) – One of Us Might Want to Stop or Slow Down(31:01) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Why Statistically Planning a Trip Is the Ultimate Turn-On(34:02) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Why Travel Makes Relationships StrongerScott's WTF of the Week😏 Why Statistically Planning a Trip Is the Ultimate Turn-On🔗 https://news.booking.com/bookingcom-reveals-that-men-booking-a-trip-is-sexier-than-foreplayShelby’s Good Vibes Only💘Why Travel Makes Relationships Stronger🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://enroute.travelink.com/travel-together-as-a-couple---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryDigital Nomads, Nomads, Travel Relationship Reality, Does Travel Make Or Break A Relationship, Couple Travel Expectations Vs Reality, Traveling Together Challenges Couple, Digital Nomad Relationship Struggles, Travel Stress Relationship Impact, Living The Dream Travel Myth, Travel Conflict In Relationships, Relationship Growth Through Travel, Adapting As A Couple Traveling, Travel Planning Stress Couple, Unexpected Travel Experiences Stories, Culture Shock Travel Struggles, Relationship Communication While Traveling, Intimacy While Traveling Couple, Social Media Travel Envy, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"We are living a life people dream about""It's not that travel isn't great, but it's definitely not the Instagram feed that you see.""We are much more adaptable than I realised.""Over 50% of women say their partner booking a trip is more attractive than foreplay.""Couples who travel together report higher relationship satisfaction, better communication, and stronger long-term connection than those who don't."

On this episode we’re joined by the Canadian traveler, author and radio host, Melissa Rodway. She is the voice behind FLY Travel Radio, author of The People You Meet , and has traveled extensively across Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand and Europe, even living in six different Canadian cities. We talk about the strange pull of travel and why the journey home can sometimes hit harder than the trip itself. Melissa shares stories from years on the road, the countries that felt like a second home, and the moments that pushed her to her limits. We also explore how travel changes the way you see yourself, the unforgettable characters who shape your adventures, and the surprising challenges of travelling as a couple while chasing the freedom of the unknown. Chapters(03:30) – Do You Still Feel Most Present When You’re Chasing Freedom And The Unknown—And How Has That Changed Today?(07:33) – What Are Some Things People Can Do—Besides Travel—That They Could Try As Soon As Tomorrow To Experience A Sense Of Freedom And The Unknown?(10:45) – Out Of The Countries You’ve Visited, Which Would You Say Most Aligns With Your Values And Personality And Feels Like A Natural Second Home?(13:45) – Which Country Pushed You To Your Limits And Why?(19:05) – What Was Your Most Memorable Trek And Have Any Ever Changed Something In You?(26:53) – What Did You Find Easy About Travelling As A Couple, And What Was The Most Challenging?(30:30) – Can You Tell Us About A Few Characters Who Left A Mark On You During Your Travels?(34:40) – What Has Been The Biggest Learning About Yourself From Traveling?(37:08) – Quick Fire Segment: This Or ThatAdditional References📖 The People You Meet (Amazon Bestseller) >> ⁠https://a.co/d/07WKOYYW⁠🎙️ FLY Travel Radio >> https://open.spotify.com/show/4S8tp2gBoRDPo3J8PXKTzL?si=10fc04864f294600🌍 Blog >> https://flyrodway.com/📸 Instagram, >> ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fly_travel_media⁠Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 EP65 | Wells Jones: Antarctic Explorer, Hollywood Actor & Amazon Bestseller | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryMelissa Rodway, The People You Meet, FLY Travel Radio, Nomad, Slowmad, Adventure Travel, Backpacking Travel, Travel Author, Travel Fatigue, Solo Travel, Group Travel, Southeast Asia Travel, Central America Travel, Mountain Hiking, Dolomites Hiking, Travel Life Lessons, Travel Storytelling, Travel Memoir, The People You Meet Book, Meeting People While Traveling, Slow Travel, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“I think anyone who repeatedly travels, is seeking new adventures because we feel more open to things and we’re living in the present moment.”“When you know that all of that is ending and you’re going back to the knowable world, it’s very, very challenging.”“I don’t think it’s the countries that teach me things, it’s the people.”“I think the thing about traveling is that you drop all your judgments and biases and you’re kind of open to everyone and anyone that comes your way.”“You don’t end a trip the same person as you started out.”“There’s a time to end it for sure, and you have to it listen when you’re ready to go.”

We dig into whether we’re letting AI make too many of our decisions, from life-changing calls like buying a house or ending a relationship, down to the tiny daily choices it now helps with. We explore the pros, the pitfalls, and what skills and policies might become essential in a world leaning on algorithms more than instincts. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” a record-breaking dog takes centre stage in the most unexpected way, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shows how a community’s kindness can transform an ordinary routine into something extraordinary. And in “Jet Lag Judgements” we share our first impressions of Mexico, capturing the sights, sounds, and little surprises that hit before we’ve even unpacked.Chapters(01:42) – Funniest AI Video Online(02:27) – Are We Becoming Too Dependent on AI?(04:18) – Is AI Biased to Your Way of Thinking(07:49) – Does AI Help Neurodivergent Brains(09:00) – The Positives of Using AI Daily(13:26) – The Negatives of Using AI Daily(14:03) – Scott’s ChatGPT Story: When Relying on AI Nearly Killed Him(19:15) – Scott’s AI Work Story: The Awkward Moment That Almost Got Someone Fired(26:00) – What AI Policies Companies Need for Safety(27:56) – Meta Glasses Can See What You See Without You Realising(29:25) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Ozzy the Dog Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest Tongue(32:06) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Elderly Man’s Franken-Truck Gets a New Life(34:34) – Jet Lag Judgments: MexicoScott's WTF of the Week👅 Ozzy the Dog Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest Tongue🔗⁠ https://news.sky.com/video/ozzy-has-been-certified-as-the-guinness-world-record-holder-of-the-longest-tongue-on-any-living-dog-13481777⁠Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🚗 Elderly Man’s Franken-Truck Gets a New Life🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/elderly-mans-busted-up-truck-was-joke-meme-until-strangers-heartwarming-idea-to-crowdfund-a-new-one/⁠Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 EP66 | Surviving the World’s Strongest Typhoons Thanks to AI & Harry Styles | Yalla Habibi Podcast ⁠⁠🎧 EP46 | Scott’s Birthday, The Greatest Airport and AI Radio Host Exposed | Yalla Habibi Podcast⁠---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryAI Dependency, AI Ethics, Decision-Making Tips, AI Pros and Cons, Funny AI Stories, AI in Daily Life, Digital Assistance, Human vs AI, AI Workplace Stories, Positive News Stories, Heartwarming Community Stories, Travel First Impressions, Mexico Travel Insights, Social Media Trends, Life Hacks with AI, Quirky News, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"I know someone who  used it for counseling themselves”"When you take away those endorphins, that satisfaction through making decisions, then it doesn't build the strength of decision making, making you feel more incapable of decisions.""I looked at this chat log and I could not believe my eyes… 'I want to go out now. You are being an effing idiot. Fix this exactly how I told you.'""Ozzy, the French Bulldog has been certified by Guinness World Records as having the longest tongue on any living dog.""An elderly man's Franken truck gets a new life, the community managed to raise over $26,000.""I would say that my first impression is just how friendly it is here, random people would point in the direction and say go this way."

We talk nomading in 2026 and how nearly three years of full-time travel has reshaped the way we work, plan, and commit to life on the road. From remote roles and staying aligned on the bigger picture, to the tech, tools, and accommodation hacks that actually make this lifestyle sustainable, we share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why flexibility matters more than the perfect plan. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to the strangest things airport security uncovered in 2025, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shares an extraordinary reminder that even when the future is uncertain, choosing adventure, purpose, and wonder can still be an act of defiance.Chapters(05:20) – The Origin Story of Our 3 Year Nomad Journey(16:30) – How Do We Travel Full Time?(20:00) – How to Travel the World as a Couple in 2026(21:20) – How Do You Plan Years of Travelling around the World?(22:12) – Best Apps, Gadgets and Gear for Travel(24:57) – Cheapest Accommodation When Travelling(26:36) – Will It Be More Expensive Than My Day to Day Life Now?(27:36) – The Single Best Piece of Travel Advice(29:00) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: TSA’s Most Unusual Finds of 2025(33:03) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Sailor Circumnavigates UK Despite Terminal DiagnosisScott's WTF of the Week🛫 TSA’s Most Unusual Finds of 2025🔗https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2026/01/23/Transportation-Security-Administration-turtles-bra-replica-bomb-unusual/4841769194559/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only⛵ Sailor Circumnavigates UK Despite Terminal Diagnosis🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.positive.news/society/life-after-a-terminal-diagnosis/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠🎧 NOMADIC LIFE: The highs, lows, and strange realisations of travelling to 12 countries in 12 months🎧 Surviving Laos: How Travel Breaks You… and Rebuilds You🎧 The Nuance of Traveling Safely in 2025, Vietnam’s Vegan Test Passed or Failed & The Strictly CurseDiscount Codes (Airalo)Airalo code: SHELBY5873Airalo code: SCOTR7127📲 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.airalo.com/---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryDigital Nomad, Slowmad, Slow Travel, Remote Work Lifestyle, Travel the World While Working, How to Travel Full Time, Digital Nomad Tips, Long Term Travel, Working Remotely Abroad, How to Become a Digital Nomad, Remote Jobs for Travel, Travelling the World as a Couple, Digital Nomad Lifestyle, Teaching English Online, Travel Planning Tips, Living Abroad, Work and Travel Lifestyle, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“We have traveled full time now for two years.”“We both gave each other an ultimatum, didn't we?”“Our Tulum food poisoning bonded us.”“Get a remote role.”"Literally everywhere is cheaper to be away than it is to be at home.""Just get it done, get it done, get it done.""Turtles were hidden in. Guess where they're hidden? Not in the suitcase. Not in the hand luggage. In their pants. Oh, and bra."“Plan as if I have forever, live as if I only have today.”

Shelby has been obsessed with Disney since she was a kid, turning it into a life-long mission to visit every park in the world — a goal she finally achieved in 2025, and one that has now inspired Scott to follow suit, something only a tiny fraction of Disney maniacs ever attempt. Together, we rank Disney Parks around the globe, from Florida and California to Tokyo, Shanghai, Paris, and Hong Kong, debating which parks, rides, and lands truly deserve the crown, and checking out the new expansions and upcoming resorts that promise even more thrills. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into a story so bizarre it makes you question policy and population, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shows how one person’s daily acts of kindness can genuinely ripple across the globe and inspire everyone around them.Chapters(02:26) – Is Shelby a Disney Adult?(08:35) – Which Country Has the Best Disney Theme Parks?(08:35) – What Are Disney Theme Parks Like in Japan?(10:15) – What Are Disney Theme Parks Like in America?(13:37) – What Are Disney Theme Parks Like in China?(14:33) – What Are Disney Theme Parks Like in Hong Kong?(17:20) – Which Country’s Disney Parks Provide the Best Customer Service? (19:51) – What Are Disney Theme Parks Like in France?(24:14) – Ranking Disney Parks Around the World From Best to Worst(31:08) – New Disney Theme Parks Coming(31:30) – Best to Worst Disney Theme Parks Listed in One Minute (34:05) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: China Slaps New Taxes on Condoms and Birth Control to Boost Birth Rates(44:55) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: World Humanitarian Award for Daily Acts of KindnessScott's WTF of the Week🍼 China Slaps New Taxes on Condoms and Birth Control to Boost Birth Rates🔗 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjezw3e7pn0oShelby’s Good Vibes Only🏆 World Humanitarian Award for Daily Acts of Kindness🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.positive.news/society/the-new-research-that-will-help-female-entrepreneurs-in-yorkshire-to-fly/⁠Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠🎧 EP34 | World's Fastest Rollercoaster, Ferrari World & Men Are Better Drivers | Couples Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryDisney World, Disney Parks Ranking, Best Disney Park In The World, Tokyo Disneyland Review, Tokyo DisneySea Guide, Shanghai Disneyland Attractions, Hong Kong Disneyland Review, Disneyland Paris Review, Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Guide, Epcot World Showcase Guide, Disney Theme Park Comparison, Disney Adult Culture, Disney Vacation Club Explained, Universal Studios Japan Super Nintendo World, Tower Of Terror Ride Review, China One Child Policy Explained, China Aging Population Problem, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“I have now been to every single Disney park in the world.”“Japan just, oh god, it's just, it was better in every way.”“Asia has customer service. US doesn't not have it, but it's not even close.”“In 1980 they introduced the one child policy.”“You'd never have an auntie or an uncle.”“I told you my ripple of kindness can travel across the world.”

Pet Hates Part 2 is here because apparently we are not done being irritated by humanity. Scott goes in on shopkeepers who latch onto you the second you walk in, people who shout “HELLO?” like you’ve been missing for weeks, and the brave souls who think they know better than Google Maps… while also blasting the voice directions like it’s a podcast no one asked for. Shelby shares the things that quietly drain her soul too, from chronic whisperers and “90% vegetarians” who want a medal, to being woken up in the middle of the night for information that absolutely could have waited. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we head to Gympie where residents are facing an invasion straight out of a horror film, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we spotlight women in York who are pushing back against the odds and quietly reshaping the future of business.Chapters(02:33) – No More Clingy Shop Assistants(09:20) – STOP Whispering, I CAN’T Hear You(11:50) – Stop Waking Me Up in the Middle of the Night to Tell Me Stuff(14:00) – We Know You’re Home!(16:45) – When People Say They Are 90% Vegetarian(22:19) – Google Maps Works, I Don't Need Your Directions(22:35) – People Who Use Google Maps With the Voice Direction On (24:55) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: ‘Flying Foxes’ Plague Australian City(28:10) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Breaking Barriers for Female Entrepreneurs in YorkScott's WTF of the Week🦇 ‘Flying Foxes’ Plague Australian City🔗 https://news.sky.com/video/flying-foxes-otherwise-knows-as-fruit-bats-plague-australian-city-13491420Shelby’s Good Vibes Only💡 Breaking Barriers for Female Entrepreneurs in York🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.positive.news/society/the-new-research-that-will-help-female-entrepreneurs-in-yorkshire-to-fly/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧EP50 | Why Shelby Hates Her Birthday, Smart Chimps & The Toaster Revolution | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 EP57 | Culinary Groundhog Day, Beach Brawl & Blow Up Dolls | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryPet Peeves Podcast, Pet Hates, Relationship Pet Peeves, Couple Arguments Funny, Everyday Annoyances, Modern Dating Frustrations, Travel Couple Problems, Communication In Relationships, Funny Couple Podcast, Small Things That Cause Arguments, Real Talk Relationships, Annoying Habits In Relationships, Honest Relationship Conversations, Lifestyle Podcast UK, Millennial Couple Podcast, Lighthearted Relationship Debate, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“They see you. They stare at you as soon as you come in and they glue themselves to you.”“When people come into the house, they won’t stop until they get a hello back.”“Why are you justifying murder?”“Google Maps has never failed me.”“Residents of Gympie are being overwhelmed by thousands of flying foxes.”“They’ve reached tipping point with stakeholders aligned to help women led businesses thrive.”

We share our biggest pet hates, from people impatiently rushing on and off trains and planes, to shop assistants who follow your every move, parents letting kids take over hotel gyms, and those who insist on giving directions even when Google Maps has it covered. And that’s just the start, there are plenty more everyday annoyances we get into, and maybe we even cover yours. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we uncover a study that reveals which English-speaking countries have the filthiest mouths and why it might not be what you expect, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” highlights a story that proves how small, thoughtful actions can genuinely change lives.Chapters(05:05) – People Not Patiently Waiting to Get on a Train(10:40) – People Being Impatient to Get Off a Plane(06:48) – Adults Who Push in a Queue(13:15) – Manspreading on a Plane(22:46) – Scott’s WTF of the Week:  Study Reveals Which English‑Speaking Countries Use the F‑Word the Most(32:08) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Students Repair Cars for Single MomsScott's WTF of the Week💬 Study Reveals Which English‑Speaking Countries Use the F‑Word the Most🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nypost.com/2025/12/09/lifestyle/this-country-is-the-most-foul-mouthed-study/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🚗 Students Repair Cars for Single Moms🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/high-school-students-repair-cars-to-give-them-away-to-single-moms-youre-really-making-a-change-in-the-world/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧EP50 | Why Shelby Hates Her Birthday, Smart Chimps & The Toaster Revolution | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 EP57 | Culinary Groundhog Day, Beach Brawl & Blow Up Dolls | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryPet Hates, Airplane Etiquette, Plane Seat Recline Debate, Man Spreading on Flights, Travel Rants Podcast, Queue Jumping Annoyances, British Swearing Statistics, F Word Usage Study, Funny Couple Arguments, Relationship Banter Podcast, Everyday Irritations, Viral WTF News Stories, Positive Community Stories, High School Car Donation Program, Virginia Student Mechanics Project, Feel Good News Segment, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“a big one for me is people not patiently waiting for others to depart the train.”“You're gonna get off. You're gonna get off. They're not gonna leave you on here.”“I've paid for this space and I get it, I'm short and I get that men typically are taller, but it happens with short men as well.”“United States had the highest overall use of vulgar language online.”“if someone called me that, that's us done.”“it gives you more of a purpose.”

Valentine’s Day is under the microscope as we ask—is it true romance or just social pressure in disguise? We look at how it feels at every stage of life and why the smallest, intentional moments often matter more than grand gestures. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we uncover a story that challenges everything you thought you knew about love and heartbreak, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shows how love and care can quietly blossom in the most unexpected places, proving it’s never too late for connection.Chapters(02:47) – Scott Crashes The Car(05:44) – Our Relationship With Valentines Day Through The Years (08:10) – Why We Don’t Believe in Valentines Day(10:05) – The Value of Remote Work for Relationships (11:20) – The Importance of Knowing Your Partner's Love Language(17:36) – What Are We Doing on Valentine's Day?(18:06) – Why Valentine's Day Could Be Good(20:18) – Who Should Pay for Dinner in a Relationship?(30:16) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: 🗼 Heartbreak Is Hard, Even When Your Lover Is the Eiffel Tower(38:10) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: 💍 Senior Neighbors Get Engaged After 40+ YearsScott's WTF of the Week🗼 Heartbreak Is Hard, Even When Your Lover Is the Eiffel Tower🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vice.com/en/article/breaking-up-with-the-eiffel-tower/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only💍 Senior Neighbors Get Engaged After 40+ Years🔗 ⁠https://people.com/senior-couple-get-engaged-after-being-neighbors-for-40-years-11889534Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧⁠EP15 | One Quiz, Five Love Languages, Discussing Results and Growing | Couples Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryValentines Day, Valentines, Adventure Travel Tips, Modern Love Advice, Love Languages Quiz, Valentine’s Day Ideas, Ethical Dating Tips, Long-Distance Relationships, Daily Relationship Habits, Remote Work Couples, Unique Romantic Gestures, Objectum Sexuality Stories, Unusual Love Stories, Senior Love Stories, Japanese Relationship Culture, Social Norms Dating, Feminist Dating Perspectives, Relationship Communication Tips, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“Love can’t just come from a single event.”“We show love every day.”“I don’t think a man should ever have to pay for a woman because he’s a man and because she’s a woman.”“The second you start going against a social norm, you are vilified as the villain.”“People think I can just point at an object and decide to love it, but I had no control of my relationship to the Eiffel Tower.”“Love isn’t dead.”

We step inside the curious world of dreams this week, exploring what they are, why we have them, and how your brain blurs the line between reality and imagination. We share our own recurring nightmares, wild scenarios, and the dreams that stick with you long after waking. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” a seemingly harmless habit takes an unexpectedly dangerous turn, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shows how old instruments can spark new opportunities, helping children learn, perform, and grow.Chapters(00:22) – Shelby's Song(03:00) – What Are Dreams and Why Do They Happen?(06:55) – How Do We Know If a Dream Is Real or Not?(11:38) – Shelby’s and Scott’s Recurring Dreams(18:55) – Shelby’s and Scott’s Scariest Dreams(24:49) – Shelby’s and Scott’s Favourite Dreams(26:50) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Fit Man Nearly Killed by His Energy Drink Habit(30:41) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: The Old Instruments Bringing New Opportunities to Young LivesScott's WTF of the Week⚡ Fit Man Nearly Killed by His Energy Drink Habit🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nypost.com/2025/12/09/health/how-8-energy-drinks-a-day-devastated-a-healthy-man-in-his-50s/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🎻 The Old Instruments Bringing New Opportunities to Young Lives🔗 https://www.positive.news/lifestyle/arts/the-instruments-that-lived/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧The Real-Life Poltergeist That Drove My Family Out of Our Home! It Changed the Way We See Everything---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryDreams, Dreams Podcast, Recurring Dreams, Lucid Dreaming Stories, Nightmares Explained, Dreams vs Reality, Sleep Psychology, Stress Dreams, Vivid Dream Experiences, Energy Drink Health Risks, Caffeine Overdose Story, Sleep Anxiety, False Memories, Weird Dream Stories, Good News Stories, Music Charity UK, Paranormal Experiences, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“Everyone thinks that their dreams are really interesting, but there’s nothing more boring than hearing about someone else’s dream.”“Dreams are by definition, subjective mental experiences that occur mainly during the REM cycle of sleep.”“There has been times where at the end of the day, I’ve had to accept, I don’t know if it was real or not.”“Every time I’m just one foot out the door, that’s when I get pulled back.”“A healthy human in his fifties has nearly died after consuming eight energy drinks a day for years.”“There’s a 114 year old cello that was once cracked and silent, was restored and given to 11-year-old student Jason, who now spends weekends performing classical music instead of staring at screens.”

We somehow found ourselves on a streak of the strangest films and TV shows imaginable, so we decided to lean in and unpack the ones that left us confused, unsettled, or quietly obsessed. From greasy serial killers and severed memories to awkward hockey romances and films that feel more like fever dreams than narratives, we talk about why certain stories stick with you long after the credits roll, and the most uncomfortable themes we’ve ever watched play out on screen. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to a jaw-dropping feat that made our palms sweat just talking about it, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shines a light on the brilliant minds quietly reshaping the future of sustainability in a way that feels genuinely hopeful.Chapters(04:00) – Severance TV Show Review(11:44) – Saltburn Movie Review(17:15) – Heated Rivalry TV Show Review(18:27) – The Greasy Strangler Movie Review(20:58) – Schalcken the Painter Movie Review(23:21) – Synecdoche, New York Movie Review(25:53) – Requiem for a Dream Movie Review(28:25) – Old Boy Movie Review(32:12) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Alex Honnold Scales Taipei 101 Without Ropes(35:30) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Solar, Reimagined: Bright Minds Pushing It Into the Future Scott's WTF of the Week🧗‍♂️ Alex Honnold Scales Taipei 101 Without Ropes🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://news.sky.com/story/climber-alex-honnold-scales-taipei-101-skyscraper-without-ropes-13498734Shelby’s Good Vibes Only☀️ Solar, Reimagined: Bright Minds Pushing It Into the Future🔗 https://www.positive.news/environment/solar-reimagined-meet-the-bright-minds-pushing-it-into-the-future/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧The Real-Life Poltergeist That Drove My Family Out of Our Home! It Changed the Way We See Everything🎧EP55 | Shelby’s Slasher Sixth Sense, TSA Swamp Crotch & Mum Beats All Odds | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummarySaltburn Movie Review, The Greasy Strangler Movie Review, Memento Movie Review, Old Boy Movie Review, Synecdoche New York Movie Review, Schalcken the Painter Movie Review, Requiem for a Dream Movie Review, Chopper Movie Review, Heated Rivalry TV Show Review, Severance TV Show Review, Weird Films, Strange TV Shows, Bizarre Movies, Uncomfortable Films, Disturbing Movies, Oddball Stories, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"Yeah, we're definitely not a normal pair, we are more of an odd duo, aren't we?""If you are into really weird stuff, I think you might be into it, but it is. Bloody bizarre.""There's just things that happen that will just be to break up the main scenes, but make no sense""It's just bizarre! If you went out with a plan to shoot the strangest serial killer film where people will finish this questioning their entire lives. This is it.""He just goes up there as himself. There's nothing. Wow.""The Latitude 40 Solar Tracker by Joe Fleming is inspired by sunflowers and it follows the sun throughout the day."

We unpack the unspoken GP problem this week, from the god-complex that never admits fault to appointments that somehow leave you more confused than when you walked in. Scott and Shelby share their own experiences with dismissive explanations, lost forms, missing results, and the frustration of being talked around instead of talked to, while we explore how conflicting medical advice and gatekeeping receptionists can quietly erode trust. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to a story that raises uncomfortable questions about what really happens when things go wrong far from land, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” reminds us how thoughtful design and a bit of tech can open up entire worlds to people who have too often been left out.Chapters(01:26) – Our Dream Guest(04:24) – The GP Problem(26:00) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Royal Caribbean Accused of Stuffing Dead Passenger in Refrigerator(30:15) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Breaking Boundaries: Headsets Bringing Cricket to Partially Sighted FansScott's WTF of the Week🚢 Royal Caribbean Accused of Stuffing Dead Passenger in Refrigerator📅 Wednesday 10th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nypost.com/2025/12/10/lifestyle/experts-reveal-how-cruise-ships-deal-with-dead-bodies-amid-royal-caribbean-wrongful-death-suit/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🎧 Breaking Boundaries: Headsets Bringing Cricket to Partially Sighted Fans 📅 Monday 15th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.positive.news/lifestyle/sport/tech-opens-cricket-to-blind-and-partially-sighted-fans/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠⁠⁠🎧EP5 | Airport Hell, Durian Tasting, Condom Conundrum & Shelbys BIG Problem | Couples Podcast🎧EP51 | Laser Herpes, Instagram Battle & Advertisement Scandal | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryGP, General Practitioner, Medical Gaslighting, GP God Complex, NHS Patient Stories, Doctor Arrogance, Healthcare Frustrations, Medical Negligence Stories, Patient Advocacy Podcast, Healthcare System Criticism, Vegan Nutrition Myths, Doctor Nutrition Advice, Cruise Ship Death Story, WTF News Podcast, Medical Error Experiences, Accessibility Technology Sports, Blind Fans Cricket, Healthcare Rant Podcast, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“So gps have this belief that they know everything about everything, even if it’s unrelated to their specialism.”“I’ve never, honestly, I’ve never been in an appointment where the GP or a doctor. Has ever admitted wrong.”“They lost my results, didn't apologise and justified it.”“There’s zero cholesterol in any plant-based item.”“They stuffed a dead passenger, in a refrigerator.”“It’s truly moving to be able to help visually impaired fans to be included in, in the experience because, if someone’s partially cited, it’s likely that they would’ve previously had, more, functioning sites.”

We recap Scott’s year of running marathons across seven countries—12 races in 12 months—and share why he took on the challenge, how it felt on the road, the lessons he learned, and the moments that pushed him to the limit. From his most memorable runs to the toughest and even a few dangerously close calls. Scott also reveals the next big goal on the horizon, and it’s one that will push him further than ever before. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into a story so absurd it proves truth is stranger than fiction, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” highlights a medical breakthrough that could change lives in ways you wouldn’t expect.Chapters(01:58) – 12 Marathons in 12 Months (05:50) – Why Did Scott Run 12 Marathons in 12 Months(17:10) – Best and Worst Run of The Year(31:50) – Crazy Things That Happened on Scott’s Runs (33:35) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: 86-Year-Old Fined $335 for Littering After Spitting Out a Leaf(36:44) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Cancer-Fighting Cells Engineered Inside Patients’ Bodies for the First TimeScott's WTF of the Week🍂 86-Year-Old Fined $335 for Littering After Spitting Out a Leaf 📅 Tuesday 16th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nypost.com/2025/12/16/world-news/86-year-old-fined-335-for-littering-after-spitting-out-leaf-that-blew-into-his-mouth/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🧬 Cancer-Fighting Cells Engineered Inside Patients’ Bodies for the First Time 📅 Thursday 18th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/cancer-fighting-cells-engineered-inside-patients-bodies-rather-than-laboratory-for-the-first-time/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.⁠🎧 EP49 | Scott’s 70 Mile Ultra, Trailor Swift Life & Rafael Nadal's Farwell | Yalla Habibi Podcast🎧 EP3 | Mysterious Number 4, Bird Vomit, Best Airport Hack & Ultra Goals | Couples Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryExtreme Running, Ultramarathon Stories, Marathon in Heat, Running Coaching Tips, Travel Marathons, Long Distance Running Adventures, Marathon Motivation, Running Injuries Prevention, Unusual Race Experiences, Running Challenges, Marathon Training Abroad, Endurance Running Tips, Fitness Achievements, Adventure Travel Stories, Running Safety Tips, Inspirational Running Stories, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"Basically we realised that Scott was on track for doing a marathon a month, and I was like, why don't you continue that and do a marathon a month.""The worst one was Montenegro, and I'll throw another one in there in a minute, but Montenegro also could be classed as the most dangerous one. It was just, it was brutal.""I think the one that I was able to just enjoy was the last one, Portsmouth. Um, because I've always dreamt of doing that one. I always got excited about it being like a Christmas run, which I've not done before. And it's just well known for being very beautiful.""An 86-year-old man has been fined three $335 for what? For spitting. Alright. Now before I carry on with it, do you believe you should be, you should be fined for spitting. I don't believe you should be fined for spitting.""Scientists have engineered cancer, fighting immune cells directly inside patients' bodies instead of in a lab. So it's almost like their bodies are then fighting off the cancer, which is really impressive."

We catch up on December life, asking whether we managed any rest or just went full speed.  We share our first trip to Wales together — from Scott reconnecting with grandparents after 20 years to Shelby discovering her deep Welsh roots stretching back centuries. We share our favourite purchase of the year and discuss whether going on holiday with your parents as an adult is cool. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” a devoted hobbyist takes their strange pastime to viral heights — a reminder not to “yuck someone else’s yams”. While in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we spotlight an inspiring breakthrough from the Arctic Kingdom. Chapters(02:00) – Our First Trip to Wales Together(09:53) – Accents We Like and Don’t Like(11:20) – Discovering Our Heritage(14:12) – Best Purchase of the 2025(20:30) – Can You Go on Holiday With Your Parents as an Adult(23:40) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Doll Mom Earns $200K a Year With Her Fake Babies(27:46) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Polar Bear Adopts a Cub That Isn’t Her Own — Extraordinary Behavior Caught on Camera    Scott's WTF of the Week👩‍🍼 Doll Mom Earns $200K a Year With Her Fake Babies 📅 Thursday 18th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://nypost.com/2025/12/18/lifestyle/doll-mom-earns-200k-a-year-playing-with-fake-babies/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🐻‍❄️ Polar Bear Adopts a Cub That Isn’t Her Own — Extraordinary Behavior Caught on Camera 📅 Thursday 18th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/polar-bear-adopts-a-cub-that-isnt-her-own-extraordinary-behavior-caught-on-camera/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧NOMADIC LIFE: The highs, lows, and strange realisations of travelling to 12 countries in 12 months---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryWales Trip, Family Reunion, Ancestry Discovery, Holiday Memories, Travel Stories, Life Reflections, Travel Tips, Parent-Child Travel, Memory Foam Pillow, Cervical Pillow, Disney Hong Kong Merchandise, Starbucks Collectibles, Polar Bear Adoption, Heartwarming Animal Stories, Unusual Hobbies, Reborn Dolls, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“Despite having been to 20 plus countries together over the last two years, we've never been to Wales together.”“It felt extra special having you there. Especially again, coming from that Christmas card the year before. I introduced you for the first time on that Christmas card, and I literally said in it, I hope you get to meet her one day and a year later we did.”“Take care of your parents, guys.”“She's clearly making money off it, so why not? It's obviously a market for it there, there clearly is.”“A polar bear has adopted a cub that isn't her own. I love this wintry tale. It's actually been caught on camera, which I think is really cool. But in the Arctic, a wild polar bear was filmed adopting this cub, but that's actually unusual activity for polar bears 'cause they're quite solitary animals.”“And that was cervical correcting pillows… honestly, it's a life changer.”

We talk New Year’s Eve through the different chapters of life, from teenage wildness to twenties  wildness excess and the very different energy of your thirties, and what celebrating actually means as priorities shift. We look back at last year’s resolutions, whether we stuck to them, what this year’s intentions really are, and what’s about to land in Shelby’s annual letter. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” a viral moment involving a very intoxicated animal takes a turn nobody saw coming, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” reminds us how paying attention to the small routines and familiar faces around you can quite literally save a life.Chapters(03:25) – Scott and Shelby Share How They Celebrate New Years Through the Ages: Teens, Twenties, Thirties(17:05) – Our 2026 Resolutions & Did We Actually Stick to 2025’s?(25:04) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: ‘Trashed Panda’ Story Raises $180,000 for Animal Shelter(27:26) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: He Ate at the Same Restaurant Every Day — When He Didn’t Show Up, the Chef Went LookingScott's WTF of the Week🐼 ‘Trashed Panda’ Story Raises $180,000 for Animal Shelter📅 Wednesday 17th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/trashed-panda-story-raises-180000-for-animal-shelter-that-discovered-it-drunk-in-the-bathroom/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🍽️ He Ate at the Same Restaurant Every Day — When He Didn’t Show Up, the Chef Went Looking 📅 Monday 15th December 2025🔗 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/5990/He-Ate-At-The-Same-Restaurant-Every-Day-When-He-Didn-t-Show-Up-The-Chef-Went-LookingRecommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧EP28 | 2025 Resolutions, Travel Plans and Surviving Christmas Stress | Couples Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryNew Year Traditions, Life Milestones, New Year Resolutions, Travel Experiences, Socialising Tips, Remote Work, Exercise Routines, Travel Planning, Funny Animal Videos, Community Stories, Memorable Travel Moments, Personal Reflections, Travel Abroad Tips, Nightlife Experiences, Health and Wellbeing, Inspirational Anecdotes, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“We still celebrate it, but we’re not going crazy 3:00 AM let’s get hammered.”“You are Ray of sunshine. It's literally why you have the good vibe section of the episode because you bring good, and I bring the strange and weird.”"Twenties was going out in our local town and just hitting all the classic bars.”“Just focus on one hill to climb at any time. Just focus on one hill and just get up that hill.”“He went viral after being found drunk in a bathroom by animal shelter workers.”“It seems like the two good vibes only segments from the last two episodes have started to show that there is a community out there. It's good to hear that he's probably saved his life there."

We look back on our second full year of travelling the world, hopping through 12 countries, and reflect on what it’s really been like living out of a suitcase for this long. We talk about our favourite and least favourite places, what each country taught us, and the strange moment of self-awareness when you overhear someone else name-dropping their travels and realise how pretentious you probably sound too. It turns into a bigger conversation about people, connection, love, and why saying no to war should really be the easiest decision of all. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to a story that somehow mixes dinner with disaster in the most surreal way, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share a moment of community solidarity that genuinely restores a bit of faith in humanity.Chapters(05:20) – Scott and Shelby’s Best Memories From Each of the 12 Countries(31:38) – Scott and Shelby’s Favourite and Least Favourite Country(35:39) – What We Learned From Our Second Year of Traveling the World(38:23) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Thai Restaurant Flooded… and Diners Love It(42:13) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Chicago Suburb Rallies in Under 24 Hours to Feed NeighborsScott's WTF of the Week🐟 Thai Restaurant Flooded… and Diners Love It 📅 November 14th🔗 ⁠https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/flooded-restaurant-thailand-brings-delight-swimming-fish-diners-127517880?utm_source=chatgpt.comShelby’s Good Vibes Only🥫 Chicago Suburb Rallies in Under 24 Hours to Feed Neighbors 📅 Sunday 3rd November 2025🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/evanston-illinois-snap-food-driveRecommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧 Hong Kong: Everything You Think You Know Is Wrong🎧 Inside the World’s Most Surreal Border: How Kpop Became a Weapon🎧 The One Thing We Wish We Knew Before Visiting China🎧 Surviving Laos: How Travel Breaks You… and Rebuilds You🎧 EP52 | We Had to Escape a War Zone This Is Our Story | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryAdventure Travel, Couple Travel Tips, Hidden Travel Destinations, Cultural Experiences, UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Kosovo, Montenegro, Albania, Vietnam, Laos, South Korea, China, Hong Kong, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“We as a couple decided we are gonna commit to three years of full travel and adventure.”“To be open to not going with the plan.”“People have been amazing wherever you go. You know, the majority of people that we’ve had an experience with, met for a second, have been welcoming and loving.”“It just felt different,  it was just another country, but it just felt very calm and slow and quiet.”“Sometimes you’ve gotta sometimes go against what everyone else does, you do. Swim upstream as it were.”“It feels like that community is what a community used to be.”

We celebrate the Christmas period with festive debates, starting with the most important question of all: are you an envelope licker, and what does that say about you as a person? From there it’s full festive fun as we argue over the greatest Christmas movie of all time, battle it out over controversial song choices, and crown the most iconic Christmas characters, including who would actually survive an ultimate bad-guy showdown. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to a festive Guinness World Record so intense it left one man hallucinating for days, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” offers a wholesome reminder that sometimes all you really need is someone to listen.Chapters(07:47) – DEBATE: Merry Christmas or Happy Christmas?(08:51) – DEBATE: Are You an Envelope Licker?(11:09) – Best Christmas Movie(17:27) – Best Christmas Song(23:59) – Best Christmas Movie Character(29:13) – Best “So-Bad-They’re-Good” Christmas Movie Character(31:03) – Who Would Win in a Villain Showdown?(33:20) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Man Breaks World Record Singing Christmas Songs for 42 Hours Straight(37:30) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Volunteer Team of Grandmas Dispense Street‑Side Wisdom to Those Who Need a Considerate EarScott's WTF of the Week🎤 Man Breaks World Record Singing Christmas Songs for 42 Hours Straight 📅 Wednesday 10th – Friday 12th December 2025🔗 https://nypost.com/2025/12/17/lifestyle/man-breaks-world-record-with-marathon-christmas-singing/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only👵 Volunteer Team of Grandmas Dispense Street‑Side Wisdom to Those Who Need a Considerate Ear 📅 Wednesday 17th December 2025🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/a-volunteer-team-of-grandmas-dispense-street-side-wisdom-to-those-who-need-a-considerate-ear/Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧 ⁠⁠⁠EP27 | Best Christmas Films, Songs and Food Enjoyed with a Glass of Mulled Wine | Couples Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryChristmas Films, Holiday Movies, Comedy Films, Movie Characters, Funny Christmas Stories, Christmas Music, Christmas Songs, Festive Traditions, Holiday Debates, World Records, Charity Stories, Heartwarming News, Unusual Achievements, Storytelling Podcast, Guinness World Record, Santa Clause, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“We went and watched the 45th anniversary of The Shining in the cinema. That was sick to see that in the cinema.”“Well, my favorite Christmas film, and it was the first Christmas film that I watched this year while I was wrapping up some presents, and that is the Jim Carrey's version of the Grinch.”“And I, I already accept the flack for this because I'm just gonna go for what everyone says, but I love it. And it's Fairy Tale of New York.”“Everyone wants that perfect Christmas. And that's all he's trying to do is make the perfect Christmas.”“A man has broken the world record for singing Christmas songs for 42 hours straight.”“I absolutely love this story because in Texas, rather than a lemonade stand, they've set up a team of volunteer grandmas who rather than give you lemonade, give you life advice.”

We start this episode in Hong Kong with Scott’s massage going wildly off-script, involving aggressive beard handling and a room full of laughter at his expense, before shifting gears to Shelby completing every Disney park in the world and Scott quietly realising he’s now got a new life goal. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we unpack a mind-bending idea that challenges what intelligence really looks like and who (or what) we might trust with life-or-death decisions, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” brings a rare bit of hope as the planet shows signs of quietly fighting back. “Vegan Voyagers” rates Hong Kong’s plant-based scene, and in “Worth The Trip” we give our honest verdict on the city, what you need to know before you go, and whether it’s actually worth the hype.Chapters(02:29) – Scott’s Strange Massage Experience in Hong Kong(06:40) – Why No One in China Has a Beard?(12:44) – What It Is Like to Complete All Disney Parks in the World(19:41) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Pigeons Trained to Spot Cancer – What We Can Learn(26:24) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Good News This Week: Mangroves, Backpacks & Food Drives(29:37) – Vegan Voyagers: Hong Kong (37:05) – Worth The Trip: Hong Kong Scott's WTF of the Week🧠 Pigeons Trained to Spot Cancer – What We Can Learn 📅 Wednesday 17th April 2019🔗⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rzhpf1Ai7Z4Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🌱 Good News This Week: Mangroves, Backpacks & Food Drives 📅 Friday 8th November 2025🔗⁠https://www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/good-news-this-week-november-8-2025Additional References🛎️ Our accommodation in Hong Kong >> ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2v2vp6ty⁠⁠Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧 ⁠The Deadly Hong Kong Fire We Witnessed From Our Window - What Really Happened---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryHong Kong Travel, Disney Parks, Vegan Food, Massage Experience, Hong Kong Attractions, Star Wars Rides, Hong Kong Nightlife, Travel Tips, Cultural Etiquette, Pigeon Cancer Detection, Environmental News, Forest Regeneration, Tattoo Culture, Urban Exploration, Hong Kong Restaurants, Solo Travel Advice, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“If you go for a massage in Hong Kong, you may get a crazy lady that pulls your beard and pokes your tattoos.”“Definitely go see that. If you go to Hong Kong, it’s like a proper West End production.”“How tasty is the vegan food? Ah, six out of five, but five. We’re gonna stay to our ricter scale of five.”“Pigeons have been trained to spot cancer cells with an insane accuracy of 99%, which is just bonkers to me.”“Since the last decade, deforestation has slowed for the third decade and over 90% of forests are actually regenerating naturally.”"If you, if you like busy cities, like if you like being in Central London, if you're from London, you'll be fine. If you're from New York, you'll be fine. It's, but I would, I would argue it's busy."

We kick off our time in Hong Kong by squeezing ourselves into the tiniest box room in Chungking Mansions, where the walls are thin, the smell of curry is permanent, and somehow… we kind of loved it. That is, until we found ourselves caught up in one of the deadliest fires in Hong Kong’s recent history, unfolding right outside our building and leaving the entire city questioning how something so preventable went so catastrophically wrong. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we talk about a discovery so massive and creepy it belongs in its own horror film, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shares a CRISPR Gene Therapy breakthrough that could genuinely change lives with a single treatment. And in “First Impressions” we unpack what Hong Kong hit us with on day one, the smells, the sights, the culture shock, and a few surprises we definitely weren’t ready for.Chapters(02:22) – Stuck in a Box Room Stinking of Curry(08:53) – Scott & Shelby vs The Annoying Hotel Guests(12:00) – The Deadliest Fire in Hong Kong History  (18:29) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: World’s Biggest Spiderweb Found in ‘Sulfur Cave’(26:06) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: CRISPR Gene Therapy Slashes Cholesterol in First Human Trial(35:15) – First Impressions/new name: Hong KongScott's WTF of the Week🕷️ World’s Biggest Spiderweb Found in ‘Sulfur Cave’📅 Wednesday 5th November🔗⁠https://www.livescience.com/animals/spiders/worlds-biggest-spiderweb-discovered-inside-sulfur-cave-with-111-000-arachnids-living-in-pitch-blackShelby’s Good Vibes Only🧬 CRISPR Gene Therapy Slashes Cholesterol in First Human Trial📅 Friday 8th November 2025🔗⁠https://newsroom.heart.org/news/first-in-human-trial-of-crispr-gene-editing-therapy-safely-lowered-cholesterol-triglyceridesAdditional References🛎️ Our accommodation in Hong Kong >> ⁠https://tinyurl.com/2v2vp6ty⁠Recommended EpisodesCheck out these other episodes, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧 The One Thing We Wish We Knew Before Visiting China---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryHong Kong Travel Tips, Vegan Food Hong Kong, Unusual Travel Experiences, Backpacking Asia, Budget Travel Asia, Hong Kong Street Food, Asian City Adventures, Jet Lag Remedies, Travel Safety Tips, Airbnb Hong Kong Review, Emergency Services Stories, CRISPR Gene Therapy, Cholesterol Reduction Breakthroughs, Exotic Spider Species, Cave Exploration Stories, Vegan Nutrition Tips, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes“We were in an absolute box room. We were the entire room, including the, sort of mini kitchenette, which was a suspended fridge that was above the bed.”“It burned for 43 hours… there’s over 159 currently confirmed dead, which includes both elderly and infants.”“Researchers have identified what may be the largest spider web ever recorded 1,140 square feet, housing over 111,000 spiders inside a sulfur cave on the Greece Albania border.”“CRISPR gene therapy has slashed cholesterol in the first human trial, by nearly 50% and triglycerides by about 55% after a single infusion.”“As a vegan, there is no cholesterol in a vegan diet, no plant foods contain cholesterol.”“I got there and within five minutes I said to myself, this either feels like the New York of US or the Mumbai of India. It was very busy. It was loud. It was in your face.”

We head to the North Korea border this week, where we learn how blasting Kpop becomes a form of psychological warfare and why the North once responded with balloons full of bin-bag surprises. We explore secret tunnels, bizarre conflicts that started over pigs and ears, and how even trimming a tree nearly kicked off a war. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we react to a story so unbelievable it made us question whether anyone is ever truly “gone,” while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” brings a rare moment of global hope from a country doing something extraordinary for the planet. “Vegan Voyagers” breaks down South Korea’s plant-based scene with our honest scores, and in “Worth The Trip” we share our favourite and least favourite things about South Korea and whether we’d recommend it.Chapters(01:18) – Our Experience on the North Korea Border(17:01) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Dead’ Woman Wakes Up in Her Coffin(24:25) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Uruguay Runs Almost Entirely on Renewables(29:54) – Vegan Voyagers: South Korea (37:32) – Worth The Trip: South Korea Scott's WTF of the Week⚰️ ‘Dead’ Woman Wakes Up in Her Coffin 📅 Tuesday 25th November🔗⁠⁠⁠ https://news.sky.com/story/dead-thai-woman-sent-to-crematorium-wakes-up-in-coffin-13475133Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🌍 Uruguay Runs Almost Entirely on Renewables📅 Saturday 19th October 2025🔗⁠⁠⁠https://www.forbes.com/sites/kensilverstein/2025/10/19/uruguays-renewable-charge-a-small-nation-a-big-lesson-for-the-world/Recommended Episodes to WatchCheck out these other episodes we mentioned, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧The One Thing We Wish We Knew Before Visiting China---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryDMZ South Korea travel, Near-death experiences, Unbelievable true stories, Hypoglycemia dangers, Renewable energy success, Strange world news, Travel adventures in Asia, Vegan travel South Korea, South Korea food guide, Seoul restaurants, South Korea cultural tips, South Korea travel struggles, Autumn in Seoul, Korean spa experience, South Korea navigation apps, South Korea fashion tips, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"We were literally… Right, right, right. On the border. There were different sections of the border… and you could see it.""It was an odd feeling seeing a country like that. Just right next door. I never thought I would ever come close to it.""Moments before being cremated, she woke up in her coffin.""It just makes me so proud to know that Uruguay have done this. I think that is an unbelievable feat and how that isn't being talked about in every news outlet in every part of the world""It is honestly, from the vegan options, it's been the worst place we've ever visited.""In South Korea, there's something that is referred to as the no color rule, everyone wears like natural tones, like black, white, nudes, navies, and it was very much, oh, we all need to be the same."

We share our first experience of a Kpop concert and the fascinating fan culture that comes with it, while Scott somehow becomes a proper catch with the cougars in Korea. Things take an embarrassing turn when he accidentally reveals Shelby’s Christmas present and lets slip a big secret about the game he plays with his neighbour. We enjoy the world’s most luxurious spa and have some fun dealing with persistent door-to-door preachers. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we lose our minds at the most expensive Christmas dinner a supermarket is expecting you to buy, and in ‘Shelby’s Good Vibes Only,’ we meet a metalhead who shook up Miss World Chile in the most unexpected way.Chapters(00:46) – Our First Time at a Kpop Concert(12:09) – The Worlds Best Resort and Spa(32:58) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: M&S Defends Its £195 Beef Wellington(41:11) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: Death Metal Singer Wins Miss World Chile 2025Scott's WTF of the Week🥩 M&S Defends Its £195 Beef Wellington 📅 Wednesday 19th November 2025🔗⁠ https://news.sky.com/story/marks-and-spencer-defends-195-beef-wellington-13472786Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🤘 Death Metal Singer Wins Miss World Chile 2025 📅 Monday 10th November 2025🔗⁠ https://consequence.net/2025/11/death-metal-singer-ignacia-fernandez-wins-miss-world-chile-pageant/Additional References💆‍♀️Worlds Best Spa: Cimer >> https://www.p-city.com/front/cimer/overviewRecommended Episodes to WatchCheck out these other episodes we mentioned, they dive into similar stories and topics.🎧 EP60 | Lidl vs Aldi, Every Room Holds a Secret & Why Lava Lamps Protect You | Yalla Habibi Podcast---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryK-pop concert, South Korea travel, K-pop festival, Live music experience, Korean resorts, Paradise City spa, K-pop boy bands, Concert culture Korea, Death metal Miss World, Vegan pageant winner, Celebrity chef beef Wellington, Christmas food controversy, Marks and Spencer Christmas, Travel adventures Asia, Unique live performances, Korean entertainment, K-pop merchandise, Luxury spa experiences, International music festivals, Yalla Habibi, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Couples Podcast, Relationship PodcastTranscript Quotes"Whereas with this, the first act, they would hit you with about three or four songs and then as soon as they're finished, you could see the other band literally right at the side of the stage ready to run on.""The spa itself is called Cimer. That is the best spa I've ever seen. I do not believe we will go to a spa better than that.""As soon as I realise why they're there, it's like if someone comes to sell at my door, dude, I'm not interested.""I just accept whichever bedroom I'm in, me and whoever's out there is gonna see me in my glory.""195 pounds for a beef Wellington that serves six people, 30 pounds a person for your beef.""A death metal singer has won Miss World Chili 2025, she ended up singing her death metal song with her guitarist."

Ever wondered why men and women think differently? Why do men tend to zero in on practical solutions while women often consider multiple layers and perspectives? In this episode we explore it from our own experiences as a couple, sharing the moments where our thinking styles clash and complement each other, and looking at research that explains the differences, from brain wiring and empathy to hormones and evolution. This is a big topic with lots of perspectives, so we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Next up, it’s time for “Scott’s WTF of the Week,” where we dive into the wild saga of a French woman fined thousands because of her cat's antics. In “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only,” we celebrate the oldest person to ever finish an Ironman, and they didn’t even learn to swim until she was 59. Finally, in our “Travel Segment” we share our first impressions of South Korea, including the small surprises and moments that make this country so fascinating.Chapters(01:27) – Women vs Men(28:53) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Woman Fined $1,400 Because Her Cat Keeps Visiting Neighbour(33:14) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: 80-Year-Old Grandma Who Learned to Swim at 59 Becomes Oldest Female Ironman Finisher(36:36) – Travel Segment: Our First Impressions of South KoreaScott's WTF of the Week🐈 Woman Fined $1,400 Because Her Cat Keeps Visiting Neighbour 📅 Friday 7th November 2025🔗https://www.odditycentral.com/animals/woman-fined-1400-because-her-cat-keeps-visiting-her-neighbor.htmlShelby’s Good Vibes Only🏊‍♀️ 80-Year-Old Grandma Who Learned to Swim at 59 Becomes Oldest Female Ironman Finisher 📅 Friday 7th November 2025🔗https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/80-year-old-grandma-who-learned-to-swim-at-59-just-became-oldest-ever-female-ironman-finisher/---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryWomen Always Right, Gender Differences, Male vs Female Brain, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Communication, Neurodivergent Thinking, Therapy Insights, Decision Making Tips, Hormones and Behavior, Cognitive Science Podcast, Mindset and Motivation, Confidence and Decisiveness, Gender Psychology, Relationship Advice, Testosterone Health, Inspirational Ironman Stories, Cat Laws France, Travel South Korea, Vegan Travel Tips, K-Pop Festival Experience, Yalla HabibiTranscript Quotes“Men see things typically as black and white. It’s this or it’s that. It’s quite straightforward. Here’s a problem, this is a solution.”“Women have more brain activity, better cross hemisphere connections enabling holistic and contextual thinking.”“Women tend to look into the reason behind things more, women unpack things 12 ways.”“For me, once the arguments happened, I want to deal with it there. And then I want to have a conversation and once that’s done, it’s done.”“I’ve learned that I’ve gotta wait a couple days, weeks, whatever, and then we will have the conversation.”“Evolutionary role, shaped men for focused action and women for contextual awareness.”“At 80 years old, most people are 80. Can barely get out of a chair… she didn’t learn to swim until she was 59 and then did Ironman. It is just amazing.”“My first impression, it’s really vibrant, everything’s very modern, people really go above and beyond to help you.”“It’s just about understanding each other and recognizing that, which I guess what relationships are about."

After travelling to more than 40 countries, we ask ourselves the ultimate question: if we were born again, which country’s culture, values, and lifestyle would actually fit who we are? The answers surprised even us. Scott shares the strangest restaurant encounter of his life, involving a Lebanese man so confident he literally took Scott’s table, his food, and somehow left Scott with the bill. We also dive into Scott’s undying love for The Cheesecake Factory and Shelby’s equal obsession with Disney Parks. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we unpack a runaway situation so absurd it’ll have you snorting,  while in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we celebrate a medical breakthrough that’s rewriting the future for children once trapped in isolation. “Vegan Voyagers” takes us to China, where we rate how easy it is to find plant-based food, how good the food actually is, and the one restaurant you shouldn’t miss. And finally, in our “Travel Segment” we share what we loved (and didn’t) about China, plus the one thing every traveller needs to know before visiting. We wish we knew this before we travelled to China, it would have made our trip so much more enjoyable.Chapters(01:40) – If We Were Born Again, Where Would We Live(02:33) – Scott’s Strange Restaurant Experience(10:45) – Scott’s Love for The Cheesecake Factory and Shelby’s Obsession with Disney Parks(12:09) – Scott’s WTF of the Week: Runaway Pig Named ‘Breakfast’ Causes Chaos in Buffalo(17:12) – Shelby’s Good Vibes Only: ‘Bubble Boy’ Disease Gene Therapy Still Cures Children 10 Years On(20:12) – Vegan Voyagers: Does China Get Our Vegan Seal of Approval?(30:25) – Travel Segment: Our Favourite and Least Favourite Thing About ChinaAiralo🏷️Discount code >> SHELBY5873🔗 https://www.airalo.com/Scott's WTF of the Week🐷 Runaway Pig Named ‘Breakfast’ Causes Chaos in Buffalo 📅 Wednesday 6th November 2025🔗https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2025/11/06/Buffalo-neighborhood-loose-pig/9621762445110/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🧬 ‘Bubble Boy’ Disease Gene Therapy Still Cures Children 10 Years On 📅 Friday 7th November 2025🔗https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/update-long-term-follow-up-in-babies-born-with-bubble-boy-disease-still-seem-cured/Vegan VoyagersRecommended vegan restaurants in China:🌱Ru Pure Vegan - 博华广场店-https://www.happycow.net/reviews/ru-pure-vegan-shanghai-403046🌱Lotus Veganhttps://www.happycow.net/reviews/hui-yuan-sushi-fang-shanghai-39921---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryVegan Travel China, Shanghai Food Guide, Disney Shanghai Review, China Travel Tips, Vegan Restaurants Shanghai, Travel Apps China, Internet Censorship China, Chinese SIM Card Guide, Alipay Travel Hacks, Chinese Street Food, Yalla Habibi Podcast, Cheesecake Factory Review, Vegan Food China, Funny Restaurant Stories, Stem Cell Breakthrough, Bubble Boy Disease, Travel Vlog Podcast, Rebellious Pig Story, Middle Eastern Cuisine, Shanghai Vegan DiningTranscript Quotes“I had a strange experience in a Lebanese restaurant, I went in there really excited to order some food, and then.”“I absolutely effing love Cheesecake Factory… It provides everything I want. It's great.""For me it would be Oman… The Middle Eastern culture is super cool. It's laid back. They're night owls."“A gene therapy has basically cured 62 babies and toddlers who had something wrong with their ADA gene.""It took us six hours to figure out the internet, because nothing was working."

TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains extreme horror, psychological distress, and violence. Listener discretion is advised.This Halloween special is not for the faint-hearted. We share the real-life ghost encounters that still haunt us today, from spirits revisiting Scott from beyond the grave, to a relentless poltergeist so powerful it drove his family out of their home. Shelby takes the terror up a notch with her chilling story of George, a ghostly presence that refuses to leave her family home and still makes itself known in the darkest hours. We unpack how fear lingers long after the lights are back on and what these encounters taught us about belief and the unknown. “Scott’s WTF of the Week” drags us into a real-life haunted house where people actually paid to be tormented year after year, until it crossed the line. “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” brings the kind of Halloween hero we all need, a man proving that generosity can be just as powerful as ghosts and gore. Finally, in our “Travel Segment” we shared our first impressions of China, we were surprised. Scott's WTF of the Week☠️ McKamey Manor – When Horror Went Too Far 🔗Documentary >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvCzXSjujkE🔗Past Footage >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euy_71_nvCwShelby’s Good Vibes Only🎃 Meet the Texas man known as the "fairy godfather" of Halloween 📅 18th October 2025🔗News Story >  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wO_4eaDOf5QChapters(06:55) - Scott's Experience with the Dead Coming to Life(16:10) - Shelby's Scary Story of "George" – The Ghost Who Still Haunts Her Family Home(22:45) - Scott's Scariest Poltergeist Story That Drove His Family Out of the House(35:22) - Scott WTF of The Week: The World's Scariest Haunted House(44:37) - Shelby's Good Vibes Only: Halloween Kindness(48:37) - Travel Segment: First Impressions of China---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryHalloween, Ghost Stories, Paranormal Encounters, Real Hauntings, Spooky Podcast, Supernatural, Creepy Tales, Horror Stories, Haunted Houses, Scary Experiences, Real Ghost Stories Podcast, Haunted House Experiences, Sleep Paralysis Horror, True Paranormal Encounters, McKamey Manor Explained, Halloween Horror Stories, Creepy Haunted House Tale, Real-Life Possession Story, Dark Tourism Documentary, Scary Podcast EpisodeTranscript Quotes“I’m not a big Poltergeist person… I’m pretty agnostic on most things… But I have had some very real experiences that I will share today.”"It’s like a game of table tennis… one of us will say a pun about something and then the other one will say a pun about the same thing… I do love that about your relationship with your dad."“I was scared in the moment, but the older I’ve got, the more I see it as a good thing.”“I was really scared then, because I didn't have control. I didn't know what was happening, it really shook me from that moment."“It really blurred the line between fear and abuse… it was this very highly immersive horror experience which eventually spirals into one of the most controversial attractions ever.”“He buys donated clothes from Goodwill and upcycles them into fancy dress costumes for families who can’t afford a Halloween costume for their children every year.”“Everybody seemed happy… everyone’s resting face was a smile… just clearly a content group of people.”

Why do we say “O” instead of “zero”? Scott drops an odd revelation about women’s underwear so unexpected that Shelby is left completely speechless. From there, the adventure ramps up with a propeller plane flight to Vientiane, the capital of Laos, and a remote three-day jungle trek and local villages where the bugs are relentless, the paths are wild, and the fellow tourists… less than enthusiastic. We share the chills of a haunted Airbnb stay and tease next week’s Halloween special before diving into Shelby’s visit to an elephant sanctuary, you won’t believe what she bought there. We also discuss the strange vendor trick used in the markets to secretly signal whether tourists should be allowed to buy or not. Trust us, you need to know this one. "Scott’s WTF of the Week” features a mischievous twist on loyalty and reward that’ll have you rethinking man’s best friend, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” celebrates a scientific breakthrough so heartwarming it might just save some of the biggest hearts on Earth. In our "Vegan Voyagers” segment we decide whether the latest country we visited (Laos) earns our unofficial vegan seal of approval. We let you know how easy it is to find vegan options? How tasty the vegan food is? and How affordable the vegan food is? and of course we will tell you the best restaurants and one dish you must try. Finally, in our “Travel Segment” we share our favourite and least favourite things about Laos, What's something you need to know before you go? and Overall, would we recommend it?Scott's WTF of the Week🐶 Dog Pushes Kids Into River... to Earn Steaks 📅 Sunday 2nd February 1908🔗 ⁠https://www.iflscience.com/in-1908-a-hero-dog-kept-shoving-kids-into-the-seine-for-steaks-7688Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🐘 Vaccine Breakthrough Ends Deadly Elephant Virus📅 Friday 24th October 2025🔗⁠⁠⁠ https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/virus-that-kills-more-elephants-than-any-other-cause-is-finally-defeated/Vegan Voyagers - Restaurant RecommendationsThe Grasshopper > https://share.google/1zt96yNWjQZnaM5o8⁠Happy Cat > ⁠https://share.google/xssQzlXv36X53CVJ7⁠Fathima Indian & Malaysian Halal Restaurant > https://share.google/3OEWeyK1ntkcqyTeu⁠Il Tavolo Luangphrabang> https://share.google/EmrNpY6vRV6th43bd⁠Chapters(30:19) - Scotts WTF of the Week(34:48) - Shelby’s Good Vibes Only(38:40) - Vegan Voyagers(54:50) - Travel Segment---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Key Word SummaryLaos travel, elephant sanctuary Laos, ethical elephant tourism, Luang Prabang, jungle trekking Laos, vegan food Laos, couple travel tips, Vientiane, EEHV virus, Southeast Asia backpacking, relationship advice travel, haunted stories, things to do in Laos, budget travel Asia.Transcript Quotes"The majority of women in this world live a life of their bottom touching many different materials of their trousers, shorts, dresses. Whereas men, always wear briefs""We believe it or not, are individual people with individual interests... there are times that we will severance... to go and pursue interests that the other one either can't or doesn't particularly want to do." "For the female elephants, their ovaries are actually up near their spine on their back... when they're putting the platforms onto the elephants for people to sit on... you're 150 kilograms minimum extra on top of the elephant's back right on their reproductive organs.""An American tourist actually went to that original place and bought Sexy Lady for Mandalao."

We’re back in the jungle for episode 69 as our Laos cabin is serving major haunted energy. From fans that scream when you turn the lights on to mysterious late-night knocks on the door, Shelby’s ready to bail to a resort while Scott somehow thinks it’s “friendly vibes.” We chat wild encounters (including one very bold lizard), dinosaurs that turn out to be vegan badasses, and the mind-bending idea that science might not be as certain as we think. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we unpack a world headline that blurs the line between innovation and insanity, and “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” reminds us that even the wild can surprise you with a moment of pure kindness.Scott's WTF of the Week🤖 Albania Appoints the World’s First AI-Made Minister📅 Thursday 11th September 2025🔗Article >> https://www.politico.eu/article/albania-apppoints-worlds-first-virtual-minister-edi-rama-diella/Video >> https://www.instagram.com/p/DO_pFySgUxJ/?img_index=2&igsh=dGtjNGZuaGFyNmQ4Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🐶🐨 Man Shocked to Find His Dog Giving a Baby Koala a Piggyback Ride 📅 Sunday 5th October 2025🔗⁠Article>>>https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/guy-was-shocked-to-find-his-dog-giving-a-baby-koala-a-piggyback-ride/⁠Photos>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/1555390584700274/posts/4191795074393132/Chapters(00:00) - Welcome and Introduction(01:12) - A freaky Airbnb(09:09) - Dinosaur facts (kind of)(17:43) - Laos' got loads of bugs(23:26) - Scotts WTF of the Week(34:57) - Shelby’s Good Vibes Only---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryYalla Habibi, Podcast, Episode 69, Travel Podcast, Laos, Luang Prabang, Jungle Cabin, Haunted Airbnb, Backpacker Story, Jungle Adventure, Wildlife Encounter, Monitor Lizard, Termites, Snakes, Camping Trip, Hiking in Laos, Southeast Asia Travel, Cultural Travel, Funny Travel Stories, Couple Travel Podcast, Relationship Banter, Adventure Travel, Expat Life, Scott, Shelby, Dinosaur Facts, Jurassic Period, Cretaceous Period, Science Chat, Vegan Dinosaurs, Weird Facts, AI Minister, Artificial Intelligence, Tech Ethics, Innovation, Government Corruption, Albania News, “Scott’s WTF of the Week”, “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only”, Kuang Si Waterfalls, Golden Deer Legend, Buffalo Ice Cream, Australian Wildlife, Baby Koala Story, Feel-Good News, Kindness, Real Travel Experiences, Jungle Life, Travel Mishaps, Funny Podcast Moments, Curiosity, Humour and InsightTranscript Quotes"A T-Rex wouldn't even entertain trying to eat a Triceratops because they'd usually lose that fight.""There's some badass vegans from millions of years ago.""Shelby's worst nightmare happened ... at 9pm someone knocked on our door""There's definitely something on this ground right in front of us...how are we gonna get through here?"

We came for the art and stayed for the chaos, in praise of the weird and wonderful creativity of David Choe, before freefalling into our travels through Laos. Visa headaches and awful currency conversions, a total internet blackout that forced us to improvise like cavemen, bakeries that somehow forget to sell bread and supermarkets that are optical illusions. Scott recounts his moped crash, it sounds bad, but honestly it’s more like Jay riding a motorbike for the first time in The Inbetweeners. Shelby goes face first into the largest spider we have ever seen, and our Airbnb nightmares escalate from exploding water pipes to mouldy damp and a house literally running off a caravan battery while ants and rolling power cuts keep us on our toes. In "Scott’s WTF of the Week" we tease a bizarre real life story about someone living where you would least expect, and in "Shelby’s Good Vibes Only" we introduce a local hero whose unconventional way of rewarding kids for their hard work is guaranteed to make you smile, and finally in our “Travel Segment” we share our raw first impressions of Lao. Scott's WTF of the Week🏠 Man Arrested for Allegedly Living in Crawl Space of Oregon Home 📅 Sunday 7th September 2025🔗 ⁠https://news.sky.com/story/man-arrested-for-allegedly-living-in-crawl-space-of-oregon-housing-complex-13426044Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🍎 Bodega Owner Gives Kids Free Food for Good Grades: “I Like Seeing the Smile on Their Faces” 📅 Tuesday 13th May 2025🔗https://www.today.com/food/people/bodega-owner-free-food-kids-good-grades-rcna206372Chapters(00:00) - Welcome and Introduction(03:16) - Arrival Experience in Laos(09:50) - Challenges of Daily Life in Laos(16:11) - Embracing Travel Challenges(23:27) - Accommodation Issues in Laos(27:08) - Scotts WTF of the Week(34:53) - Shelby’s Good Vibes Only(38:19) - Travel Segment(42:53) - Closing Thoughts and Future Adventures---------------------------------------------------------------SubscribeIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could we ask you to please consider any or all of these: Subscribe, Follow, Like, Share and leave a short Review? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.- "Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!"Watch Our Shorts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠---------------------------------------------------------------Transcript Keyword SummaryYalla Habibi, Podcast, Episode 68, Travel, Laos, Luang Prabang, Visa, Airbnb, Jungle, Mountains, National Parks, Hiking, Camping, Moped, Southeast Asia, Local Culture, Community, Adventure, Humour, Personal Reflections, Scott, Shelby, Shopping, Buddhist, David Choe, Drop Dead Fred, Ricky Stanicky, Beetlejuice, Scott's WTF of the Week, Shelby's Good Vibes Only, Travel SegmentTranscript Quotes"We filled in the form on the plane and got in the queue and then she said, no you've got to fill in a different form as well… it was really long and confusing.""If you zoom out from where we are, you see this tiny dot of population and then it's just mountainous jungle for hundreds of miles. This is probably the most remote we've been.""It's like if you inherited a cabin off in the jungle that no one's been to for 20 years… mold, damp, power outages, super slippy outside but it has its quirks.""Everyone's so confident on their bikes here… there's no patiently waiting, you just have to go for every gap, and that makes it intimidating for a beginner like me.""You wouldn't be able to do a weekly shop in the supermarket; you need to stop at multiple places – fruit and veg market, bakery – just to get what you need.""A bodega owner in Staten Island rewards kids who bring in their report cards with free snacks, cash, and smiles – he says, 'I like seeing the smile on their faces, it makes me happy."

We discuss the nuance of traveling safely in countries that face extreme weather, political unrest, or unexpected events that could put you in harm’s way. We share how we navigate those moments when locals make you feel silly for being cautious because they’re so used to it, and we share real stories of how that mindset has actually saved us from dodging missiles in Jordan to surviving the strongest typhoon of 2025 in Vietnam. We laugh about our bizarre couple synchronicity where both of us always seem to need the bathroom at the same time, and ask our audience if there are other couples out there that have similar quirks. We also discuss a bizarre pattern we have noticed wherever we travel. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we discuss the Strictly Come Dancing curse, peeling back the curtain with real stats, whilst  in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share a milestone medical achievement that could cut childhood asthma attacks by 45%. In our “Travel Segment” we share our favourite and least favourite thing about Vietnam, What's something you need to know before you go? and Overall, would we recommend it? Finally, we debut our new segment “Vegan Voyagers,” where we decide whether the latest country we visited (Vietnam) earns our unofficial vegan seal of approval. We rate each question from 1 to 5 - How easy is it to find vegan options? How tasty is the vegan food? How affordable is the vegan food? and we tell you the one dish you must try.  1 – BadAccessibility: Hardly any vegan options aroundTaste: Food is poor, bland, or unappealingCost: Extremely expensive compared to non-vegan food.5 – ExcellentAccessibility: Vegan food is everywhere, no effort neededTaste: Delicious, high-quality meals across the boardCost: Very affordable, cheaper or equal to standard food.Scott WTF of the Week💃🕺 The Strictly Curse: Love, Scandals & Spin Turns📅 Sunday 28th September 2025 🔗 https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/2-in-1-inhaler-reduces-asthma-attacks-in-children-by-45-shows-new-study/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only💨 New Inhaler Cuts Childhood Asthma Attacks by 45%📅 Sunday 28th September 2025🔗https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a68001645/harry-styles-berlin-marathon-stats/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegan Voyagers🔗 https://www.happycow.net/reviews/tam-khoi-vegetarian-foods-hanoi-428821#i=3015514&t=0-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

We have traveled to 40+ beautiful countries and counting, but this place we recently explored has to be one of the most stunning we have ever visited. It truly stole our breath away, and it also happens to be the film set of the famous Kong Island. We also share a hilarious translation mix up that ended in a perfectly awkward moment. Then things get serious, fast: AI literally saves our lives by pointing us to the safest spot to survive Typhoon Ragasa and Typhoon Bualoi, the world’s strongest typhoons of 2025! They tore through the region with mass evacuations, power cuts and devastating floods. We were so focused on staying in the safest room AI recommended that we actually denied a free upgrade to a deluxe room. We unpack what worked, what nearly went wrong, and the surreal balance of beauty and danger when travelling—asking, is it worth the risk? In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we tease a weird but science backed heart hack involving hot baths, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share how Harry Styles breaks limits in a category you would never expect.Scott WTF of the Week🛁 Hot Baths May Boost Heart Health📅 Friday 12th September 2025🔗 ⁠⁠Medical Reference: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-26908-1🔗 Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOfviPijRCo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkShelby’s Good Vibes Only🏃‍♂️ Harry Styles Breaks 3 Hours at Berlin Marathon 📅 Sunday 21st September 2025🔗 https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a68001645/harry-styles-berlin-marathon-stats/ ⁠⁠-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Meet Wells Jones, a man who has lived more lives than most people have passports. He walks us through three seasons on the Antarctic pararescue team during Operation Deep Freeze, technical glacier climbs and the 1977 free fall over the South Pole that made him only the seventh person to do it. We then flip to Hollywood tales from Broadway to film sets with Johnny Depp, Anthony Hopkins and Margot Robbie that include laugh out loud and jaw dropping moments. We dig into his 1,100 mile trek from Jeddah to Damascus retracing T.E. Lawrence's journey from 1916 to 1918 during the Arab Revolt. We also discuss how that journey became the Amazon bestseller A Line in the Sand, born from 39 checkpoints and desert shocks that changed him, and why he believes the Middle East is far more generous than its headlines suggest. We explore what in his childhood sparked this appetite for adventure and the lessons risk taught him about creativity and courage. Finally, in our "Quick Fire Segment" we squeeze out the best and most shocking bits of Wells Jones's life, from his coldest Antarctic moment to the celebrity who surprised him most. Below you’ll find how to connect with the guest and explore the exciting work they’re doing.Wells Jones 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wstadjones/🎬 IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3632348/?ref_=mv_closeMiles Spencer (Co author of “A Line in The Sand” and Wells Jones adventure buddy)🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesspencer/💻 Blog - https://milesspencer.com/A Line in The Sand 📙 Paperback - https://www.amazon.com/Line-Sand-Novel-Miles-Spencer/dp/1917185820/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=🎧 Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Line-Sand-Novel/dp/B0D187YKRN/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=📱 Kindle - https://www.amazon.com/Line-Sand-Novel-Miles-Spencer-ebook/dp/B0CX25Y2X4/Reflekta.AI🔗 Website - https://reflekta.ai/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

In this episode, we explore the bustling streets of Hanoi, Vietnam, and engage in a serious discussion about the ethics of bartering in less developed countries. Is it fair to haggle when you're already getting a great deal, or is it taking advantage? Plus, discover why getting the pronunciation of 'Pho'—a popular Vietnamese noodle dish—wrong could lead to an unexpected misunderstanding. We also give you a sneak peek into an upcoming exciting guest podcast interview with Wells Jones, an extraordinary Antarctic explorer and actor, whose tales of adventure and resilience are not to be missed. In "Scott's WTF of the Week," prepare for a very British culinary marvel involving a record-breaking creation that will leave you amazed. Meanwhile, "Shelby's Good Vibes Only" highlights a groundbreaking initiative in New Mexico that promises to bring positive change to all families.Scott WTF of the Week🥚 British Chefs Whip Up World’s Largest Scotch Egg📅 Wednesday 16th July 2025🔗 ⁠https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2025/07/16/Guinness-World-Records-largest-scotch-egg/1951752684454/⁠Shelby’s Good Vibes Only👶 New Mexico Offers Free Childcare for All📅 Wednesday 10th September 2025🔗 ⁠https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/09/new-mexico-free-universal-childcare⁠🔗 The Viral Chanel Video⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1Uz7AxcTrs⁠-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

After six hours of frantic packing, fourteen hours of travel, and a grand total of nine hours of sleep in two days, we finally touched down in Vietnam running on fumes but buzzing with excitement. We share the full journey on the episode. Then we turn to something many of you probably wonder, what it actually feels like to quit your job. Shelby puts Scott in the hot seat two months after his resignation and his raw reflections on freedom, identity, and unexpected challenges even catch her off guard. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dig into the creeping reality of governments wanting to scan your private messages, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we spotlight a groundbreaking programme inside Scottish prisons that is reconnecting families in ways that are moving. Finally in our “Travel Segment” we give our unfiltered first impressions of Vietnam. Scott WTF of the Week📱EU to Scan Private Messages and UK Faces Backlash Over Online Safety Act 📅 Wednesday 6th August🔗 ⁠⁠https://dig.watch/updates/eu-proposal-to-scan-private-messages-gains-supportShelby’s Good Vibes Only👨‍👧 Scottish Prisons Help Fathers Reconnect with Kids 📅 Tuesday 2nd September 2025🔗 https://www.positive.news/society/scottish-prisons-lead-the-way-with-fathers-programme/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

We share an exciting travel update that’s going to bring lots more travel stories to the podcast. We tackle the scary truth about locally brewed spirits in Southeast Asia and why you really need to be aware. Then we lighten the mood, laughing at the reality that if you’re 30+ and British, your parents probably have a glass of wine every night, but don’t worry, we’re not calling them alcoholics. Next, we recount our first Indian wedding, wow, what an incredible experience! Shoes get stolen for money, brothers tug of war to prove who wears the trousers, speeches teeter between touching and risky, the outfits are stunning, and the after party is pure chaos. We also put our relationship to the test with a fun game you can play at home: Scott guesses three items that would be sold in the souvenir shop of the museum about Shelby’s life, and Shelby does the same for Scott. Will we agree? In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we explore a once-rare allergic condition now rising across the US that can suddenly make you vegan, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share the story of a woman who refused to get engaged until she found her own ethically sourced diamond, a quest that took three weeks in the blistering heat at the world’s only public diamond mine.Scott WTF of the Week 🌱 Woman Forced to Go Vegan After Overnight Allergy From Tick Bite 📅 Wednesday 27th August🔗 ⁠https://nypost.com/2025/08/27/health/im-vegan-against-my-will-after-a-developing-a-meat-allergy-overnight/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only💎Woman Digs for 3 Weeks to Unearth Her Own Engagement Ring Diamond📅 Monday 25th August🔗 https://nypost.com/2025/08/27/health/im-vegan-against-my-will-after-a-developing-a-meat-allergy-overnight/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Scott takes us off grid this week with his wild camping adventure, where ditching screens and stress somehow turned into a full reset for his mind, body and even his skin. We get into what really happens when you switch off completely and why a few days in nature might be the cure you did not know you needed. We play a hilarious new game, “Lyric or Line” where Scott has to figure out if the words came from My Chemical Romance or Nicolas Cage… and trust us, it is way harder than you would think. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into the jaw dropping story of a man you have never heard of who is on the verge of accomplishing a feat no human has ever achieved. While “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” introduces us to the oldest woman alive and her life advice that will change your perspective on everything.Scott WTF of the Week 🚶‍♂️ Man Walking the World Nears Finish Line 📅 August 2025🔗 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2e30mxnmxdoShelby’s Good Vibes Only🎂 Happy Birthday to Britain’s Oldest Ever Person 📅 Thursday 21st August 2025🔗 https://news.sky.com/story/happy-birthday-to-britains-oldest-ever-person-13415456-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

In this episode, we uncover the secret musical pitch hidden in every room and how humming the right note can unlock incredible natural acoustics, a trick architects have harnessed since the Roman Colosseum. We also settle the Lidl versus Aldi debate. Which bargain giant truly deserves the crown? Come and debate with us. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into how lava lamps are helping secure your internet. Whilst in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share the first ever Michelin star for a street food vendor, a mouthwatering underdog proving that sometimes the simplest things shine the brightest.Scott WTF of the Week 🧑‍💻 How Do Lava Lamps Help with Internet Encryption?🔗 https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/ssl/lava-lamp-encryption/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🌮 First Taco Stand in Mexico to Win a Michelin Star 📅 Tuesday 14th May 2024🔗 https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/first-mexican-taco-stand-to-ever-receive-a-michelin-star-shows-how-less-is-so-often-more/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Trigger warning for sensitive topics including gender bias and violence.We’re diving into some heavy but eye-opening stuff this week, starting with Lewis Capaldi’s surprise Glastonbury set that wasn’t just a show but a powerful spotlight on Tourette’s. We unpack some wild gender bias facts you won’t believe, like why testing pads with blood is only a recent thing and why cold plunges might actually be a no-go for women. Plus, a deep dive into the Yorkshire Ripper case reveals how society’s ugly misogyny delayed justice, and we break down the Bechdel Test to show just how skewed storytelling still is. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we get an update on the strange story of Donald Eugene Miller Jr., a man who is alive but legally dead. Meanwhile, “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shines a light on why 2 cities in the Netherlands are spending €100,000 on 500 mini staircases on the canals, this is a real heartwarmer. Scott WTF of the Week 🧟 Update on Donald Eugene Miller Jr., Dead or Alive 📅 Tuesday 12th July 2025 🔗https://www.hngn.com/articles/14531/20131010/living-man-declared-legally-dead-eyes-law-ohio-judge-calls-case-strange-situation.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.comShelby’s Good Vibes Only🐾 Tiny Staircases Save Cats from Dutch Canals 📅 Wednesday 10th July 2025🔗 https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/dutch-cities-are-building-these-tiny-staircases-to-help-cats-exit-their-canals/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Huge thanks to all of you for making our last two episodes the most-played ever. This week we owe Albania an apology as Tirana completely changed our tune with flavour, a warmer vibe, and something—anything—beyond pizza, pasta and burgers. We unpack the chaotic rise and sudden clampdown of marijuana in Thailand where a legal loophole sparked the rapid growth of a thriving marijuana market. “Scott’s WTF of the Week” takes us into a bizarre real-life legal paradox from Ohio where someone is considered legally dead while very much alive and “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” spotlights a historic win that’s all about grit, legacy, and a broken bone that didn’t stop a champion. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Scott and Shelby have officially landed back in the UK, wrapping up this chapter of their travel journey, and wow, it’s been a ride. From navigating Albania’s surprisingly limited food scene (how many burgers, pizzas, and pastas can one country serve?) to accidentally offending a beach bar owner for “walking into his home”… yes, that actually happened. They dive into culture shock, culinary monotony, and questionable coastal etiquette. Plus in “Scott’s WTF of the Week,” a blow-up doll prompts a full-scale emergency rescue, whilst in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only”, our hearts are warmed by a heroic dog that braves the wilds of Alaska. The episode wraps up with the “Travel Segment,” where Scott and Shelby share their favourite and least favourite things about their recent travels to Albania.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Scott and Shelby dive headfirst into the Liver King meltdown, from his Joe Rogan beef to that Netflix documentary that makes you wonder if even his own family buys the act, sparring over shady business ethics and whether he is truly a bad guy or just another casualty of fame. Things heat up over steroids as they unpack why some people get crucified for it while others skate by, with Shelby’s vegan lens ripping apart the holes in his primal philosophy and Scott digging into what pressures might have pushed him to the edge. They zoom out to question why so many people preach values they can’t fully live by, from meat lovers squeamish about slaughter to activists struggling under the weight of full-time conviction. This week in “Scott’s WTF of the Week,” they break down the misadventure of a kid who decided to climb right into a claw machine, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” highlights the record-breaking year for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Finally, in the “Travel Segment,” they dish on Montenegro’s highs and lows and share raw first impressions of Albania.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

If you are a fan of slasher movies this is the episode for you. We spent this episode diving into Shelby’s lifelong obsession with slasher movies, and her almost supernatural ability to unmask the killer inside the first 20 minutes. She breaks down the costume cues and trope trackers that helped her nail every slasher movie you can think off. Most recently cracking Copycat and Happy Death Day, but most impressively how she has again and again unmasked the killer in every Scream movie. Finally, in “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dig into a TSA scanner fiasco triggered by nothing more than sweat, whilst in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” meet the courageous mum who beat the odds, as we celebrate a groundbreaking womb transplant success.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Podcast SEO specialist shares “Yalla Habibi” podcast keyword rankings, Scott’s not happy, whilst Shelby is soaring. Scott opens up about leaving his job and reveals an exciting trip he’s planning this weekend to clear his head. We share Shelby’s big fitness achievement, a draining hike up to Kotor’s fortress, while many couples lost their cool with each other in the scorching heat along the way. We recount our boat tour that nearly capsized in gale‑force winds and experience with a dodgy tour operator. We also learn about the trending "Manu", and a Mussolini concentration camp turned five‑star resort. Finally in, “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into how an ancient pharaoh’s curse might actually hold the key to a groundbreaking cure. While in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we shine a light on the Swiss doctors who are prescribing museum and art gallery visits. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

We never thought a simple bus ride could become an international fiasco until our ticket man insisted on paper tickets only, a passenger gave off full-on predator vibes, and we were crammed into a tiny luggage-jammed mini bus looping through rural Albania. We salute a midnight hero Emre the Turkish taxi ninja who literally sprinted our bags across apartment blocks. In our “Travel Segment” we’ll share our favourite and least favourite thing about Kosovo and our unfiltered first impressions of Montenegro. Plus an exclusive sneak peek at our AI-co-created theme tune. One of us gets heated at our Van Gogh-themed accommodation. Finally, “Scott WTF of the Week” shares the odd fix to your tech neck, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” a heroic four-year-old puts us all to shame.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Delays, lost luggage, and Airbnb headaches at 4am sets the scene before we take a darker turn. We share what it was really like to be caught in a live conflict in Jordan, with missiles overhead and panic setting in as we scrambled to get out. We open up about the shock, the fear, and the strange calm that followed. Then we lighten the mood with our "Travel Segment" where we share our favorite and least favorite moments from Jordan and first impressions of Kosovo’s surprising warmth. Oh, and stick around for “Scott WTF of the Week” when nearly 700 false emergency alerts have police scrambling, the reality behind it will have you in stitches. Plus, “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” brings a story about kindness and justice that might just restore your faith in humanity.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Shelby unleashes her fury on Brewgooder’s Guava Lager; spoiler it tastes about as exciting as a flat Carling. We wish we where professional alcohol testers, yes that is a real job, then blow your mind with the sneaky truth behind advertisements on lorries; you will never look at trucks the same way again. Plus we geek out over Taylor Swift’s uncanny ability to turn heartbreak and success into pure songwriting gold. Oh and do not miss Scott’s latest "WTF of the Week", a baffling missing persons case with an unbelievable twist. Then, lift your spirits with Shelby’s pick-me-up from "Shelby’s Good Vibes Only", where she shares how Pokémon GO sparked a truly heartwarming story.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

It’s our golden jubilee—Episode 50! And what better way to celebrate than with... someone who hates celebrations? That’s right, it’s also Shelby’s birthday, but she’s not here for the forced fun of birthdays, Christmas, or even New Year’s. We get a bit deep and philosophical unpacking why that is, while Scott makes a case for why those moments matter. Will she ever change her mind? We reveal possibly the most controversial opinion on toasters, Shelby’s new method will change your life. And in this week’s "WTF of the Week", we chat about one man’s wildly unnecessary return to Mount Fuji, and in "Good Vibes Only", some clever chimps give us a lesson in empathy—and first aid.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Recorded straight from our cosy trailer-turned-ultra-marathon-basecamp, this episode is part sweaty milestone, part nature doc, and part Norwegian linguistics lesson (don’t ask—just embrace Bridemoud). Scott hits 70 miles in 16 hours, edging closer to his dream 100-miler, and opens up about the brutal new challenges that nearly stopped him in his tracks. We talk foxes, deer, and bunny cameos, plus what it’s really like living in a caravan part time. "Shelby’s Good Vibes Only" celebrates Rafa Nadal’s emotional farewell at Roland Garros, while Scott’s "WTF of the Week" sails straight out of a Nordic fever dream: a 135-metre cargo ship mysteriously appears in Johan Helbergs garden. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Ever wondered how kindness can sometimes drive you crazy? We dive into that and much more as Shelby shares her first opera experience, La Bohème, a birthday treat for her mum. We laugh about Shelby’s £20 violin purchase, and end up shocked by the surprising affordability of musical instruments. Plus, we chat about the shocking environmental cost of ChatGPT, and on the other side of the spectrum, how Ecosia is planting trees with every search (every 0.8 seconds to be exact). This week’s WTF moment: a man sets fire to his own house just to watch firefighters, and Shelby’s Good Vibes Only brings a heartwarming tale of 64 years of lifelong friendships and monthly pints. It’s an episode full of laughs, culture, and uplifting stories!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠