
Pop Culture Passport - Exploring Quirky & Cool Travel Destinations in the USA
Pop Culture Passport is your guide to quirky, cool, and nostalgic travel across the U.S.—from movie filming locations and theme parks to roadside attractions and pop culture museums.
If you'd happily add 60 minutes to your trip to visit a filming location, the Jell-O Museum, or a roadside diner from your favorite TV show, this podcast is for you.
Every other week, I’ll take you behind the scenes of iconic and offbeat destinations, sharing their history, stories, and the fun details. Along the way, we’ll dive into theme parks, explore quirky museums, and uncover the real places behind your favorite movies and shows.
I'm Beth Schillaci—aka the Roaming Yeti. I’m a travel content creator, pop culture nerd, and obsessive road trip planner who somehow turns an 8-hour drive into a 21-stop itinerary (because you never know what you’ll find). I’m also the creator of the Quirky & Cool Travel Guide, a curated directory of unique U.S. destinations, and I share even more travel stories and pop culture finds on The Roaming Yeti Blog.
Think of this as traveling with your slightly nerdy, sort-of-cool friend who thrives on deep dives, unique finds, and laughter-filled road trips.
Grab your Pop Culture Passport—let’s roam.
Episodes
Echo Park: LA’s Hidden Hollywood Backlot (and the Real Echo Lake)

Udvar-Hazy National Air & Space Museum Near D.C.: Iconic Aircraft and Movie Magic

Hidden Details at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar: A Disney Springs Scavenger Hunt

From Backlot to Batuu: The Evolution of Disney’s Hollywood Studios

LA Stories & Theme Park Magic: Disneyland, Universal FanFest & Superlative Highlights

Kodak Moments - Exploring the George Eastman Museum

7 Quirky Regional Foods Worth the Road Trip

Trolley Parks: The History of America’s Original Amusement Getaways

Mid-Atlantic Theme Park Road Trip: 6 Must-Visit Parks for Thrills & Nostalgia

National Parks on the Big Screen: Real Places from Star Wars, Indiana Jones & More

Visit the Real Radiator Springs: Route 66 Stops That Inspired Cars

The World’s Largest Roadside Attractions: From Giant Twine to Jumbo Pistachios

The Evolution of Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Part 2 – Everest, Pandora, and What’s Next

The Origin of Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Part 1 – Vision, Controversy, and Conservation

Washington, DC Monuments in the Movies: From Forrest Gump to Superheroes

10 Years of Hamilton – Where History and Broadway Collide

Epcot 2025 Guide: Thrill Rides, Relaxing Attractions, and Food Picks

From Banjos to Kazoos: A Quirky Tour of Unique Music Museums

Exploring The Great Gatsby’s Long Island with Vanessa Gordon

100th Episode Celebration: Highlights, Listener Favorites, and Future Plans

What's New at Magic Kingdom 2025: Top Thrill Rides and Relaxation Spots

From Fanny May to Hershey’s Chocolate: Touring America's Iconic Chocolate Factories (Part 2)

From PEZ to Jelly Belly: Inside America's Favorite Candy Factories (Part 1)

Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum: A Sweet Roadside Attraction in Gettysburg, PA

Epcot’s Festival of the Arts 2025: Our Guide to Food, Entertainment, and Figment
