Chasing Bandos UrbEx Podcast

Urbex 93 - Cracking UK Cold War Nuclear Bunker, exploring abandoned London Tube stations, Russian Nuclear Submarine, Mail Rail, Battersea power plant and more with 28dayslater Adam Slater (Speed)

Adam Slater is a British explorer from Birmingham, England. Adam has been exploring abandoned places since early 2000s. He belongs to community of urban explorers on 28dayslater.co.uk forum.
Adam explored the UK’s ‘UrbEx Holy Grail’, a nuclear bunker from the Cold War era that served as England's Central Government War Headquarters. The Cabinet Office commissioned this subterranean urban fortress during the 1950s when the West faced an imminent threat of all-out nuclear war. Although the facility was commonly referred to as a bunker, the UK government never used this term officially. Instead, they used various codenames, such as "Burlington," to refer to the facility. His other impressive lactation is the decommissioned Soviet submarine nicknamed 'Black Widow', which was equipped with 22 nuclear warheads and 53 explosive mines, possessing an explosive power equivalent to that of the Hiroshima bomb. During this part of the interview we discussed the concept of "urbex tourism" and the differences between exploring new and already-visited locations.
During the interview, Adam shared a plethora of fascinating stories from his 20-year-long exploration journey. Our discussion triggered my introspection on numerous facets of this hobby, such as its distinctiveness, the driving force behind it, and the essential elements associated with it. Due to the multitude of stories present in the interview, I cannot share all of them in the notes. Therefore, I highly recommend tuning in to this thought-provoking conversation with one of the most productive explorers in the UK.
Links: 
Instagram: slaterspeed
flickr: slaterspeed
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. Urbex song at the end of the episode by dragonboyac and adventure_as_one
Listnerer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Urbex 92 - Bedtime Urbex Stories: swarm of fleas, stalker-caretaker, strange man with the cane, getting charged with trespassing and meeting your future love in abandoned jail house with Dragonboyac

Bedtime UrbEx stories by American explorer Alex DragonBoy:
Story 1: The Flea house - While taking a picture on the ground of an abandoned house, Alex contracted a skin infection. He initially believed that a swarm of fleas had attacked him, as the house was commonly known as “Flea House”. However, after consulting a doctor, he discovered that it was actually folliculitis, which is a prevalent skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become inflamed. 
Story 2: The Caretaker - After visiting an abandoned building, Alex received a message from the caretaker. Strangely, a stalker was able to locate Alex’s mother’s Facebook account and inundated her with messages, yelling at her to remove the photos and unblock him.
Story 3: The Paranormal - Alex and Katie embarked on their initial attempt at a “paranormal investigation”, which was coined as “the entertainment”. They spent the night at historical house without and peculiar happening. Surprise. Ghosts aren’t real.
Story 4: Creepy Man with a Cane - While exploring an abandoned church, Alex encountered a peculiar man with a cane who claimed to be present to “feed the cats”. The man invited Alex to the back of the church to view newborn kittens in a dark closet. However, in an unexpected turn of events, Alex was forced to witness the odd man indulging in a stack of gay pornographic magazines which were scattered throughout the church. So weird. 
Story 5: Getting in trouble near the mansion in Virginia - Alex found himself in a difficult situation when he was caught on the grounds of an abandoned house by a police officer in Virginia. Despite never entering the house, he was charged with trespassing and had to appear in court. This experience prompted him to reconsider his hobby and he eventually switched to portrait photography. 
Story 6: The Mausoleum - Alex shares a story about his girlfriend Katie and a group of explorers who visited a mausoleum. While some stayed in the car, the others went to explore inside. At one point, Alex received a frantic phone call from one of the explorers who claimed to have heard a door slam and believed that someone was inside. This caused Alex to panic, but the outcome of the situation is revealed in the podcast. Give it a listen:) 
Story 7: When Alex Met Katie - As we conclude this episode, we delve into an enticing yet somewhat perplexing tale of how Alex encountered both Katie and her former beau while exploring an abandoned penitentiary. The captivating and enthralling saga of “American UrbEx Drama” continues without a moment’s respite. Have an enjoyable listening experience.
Links:
Instagram: dragonboyac, adventure_as_one
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. Urbex song at the end of the episode by dragonboyac and adventure_as_one
Listnerer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Urbex 91 - Exploring in the South-East of America, dead body in the abandoned funeral home, murder-for-hire and the swarm of bees with Leland Kent (abandoned_southeast)

On today's podcast, we are delighted to welcome American explorer Leland Kent. Hailing from the southern states of the United States, Leland has dedicated several years of his life to exploration, boasting an impressive list of various abandoned locations that he has ventured into, such as funeral homes, colonial-style houses, abandoned hospitals, and a plethora of other unique and fascinating abandoned sites.
During the podcast, we discussed the potential dangers of exploring abandoned houses. Leland shared some valuable tips and methods that he uses to determine whether a house is truly abandoned or not, which make for an interesting and informative segment. Leland has a great fear of bees and it is his worst nightmare to encounter them. His fear is justified by a particular incident where he was stung 27 times by a swarm of bees, which serves as a good reason why you should check out his interview. His account of the harrowing experience is a must-listen.
One of the podcast's most compelling stories, was Leland's tale of exploring an abandoned funeral home. During his exploration, he stumbled upon a collection of abandoned caskets and made a gruesome discovery of dead bodies. It's a haunting story that leaves a lasting impression. 
Leland recounted a fascinating tale of stumbling upon a collection of love letters inside the infamous 'Swingers Tiki Palace', also known as the Playboy Mansion. During his exploration, he also uncovered the shocking story of the house's former owner who was sentenced to prison for murder-for-hire. It's a gripping story that provides insight into the secrets hidden within one of the most notorious homes in America.
Links:
Instagram: abandoned_southeast
Facebook: AbandonedSoutheast
Website: abandonedsoutheast.com
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Urbex 90 - Being accused of stealing items from abandoned places and selling them on Ebay, meeting a hoarder with a shotgun and finding human brain, liver and lungs with Ben James (places_forgotten)

Ben James is British explorer who shares his pictures and videos on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Ben recounts how he began his explorations as a young lad sneaking into abandoned homes and how his exploration has expanded to include abandoned asylums, hospitals, and funeral homes, often finding morbid or intriguing items left behind. He shares a tale of exploring what he thought was an abandoned hoarder house, only to be confronted by a man wielding a shotgun, as well as stories of exploring the abandoned home of a serial killer and discovering bodily organs in abandoned hospitals in France and Spain. Ben also addresses criticism he received from a member of the "28dayslater" UK-based exploring forum, before the interview takes a serious turn as he shares a personal story of being falsely accused of stealing items from abandoned homes and sexually assaulting female explorers, and messaging underage children. Overall, the episode provides a fascinating insight into the world of abandoned place exploration, complete with its dangers, surprises, and controversies.
Links:
Instagram: places_forgotten
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Urbex 89 - ANYOX: Exploring the Most Remote Abandoned City in the World with two Canadian explorers Mike & Wade (miketheurbanexplorer & exploringwithwade)

Two Canadian explorers Mike and Wade travelled to remote location accessible only by boat. They went all the way to British Columbia in Canada to witness what was left from small town of Anyox constructed in 1912. In the mid 1920's the town of Anyox reached a population of 3000 with each home being supported by electricity and hot water from hydroelectric plant. In the early 1920s dam engineer John S. Eastwood designed the dam and it became the tallest dam in Canada at that time. Two podcast guests shared their story of traveling to abandoned town of Anyox and they described what this journey was like and how was it to explore this unique location. On the way back both explorers visited another ghost town called Kitsault. Mike & Wade shared an incredible story about this Canadian most preserved ghost town. They mentioned the story of it's eccentric owner Krishnan Suthanthiran and descried why the town became abandoned. 
Links:
Instagram: Mike: miketheurbanexplorer & Wade exploringwithwade
YouTube: Exploring With Wade
Video from Anyox: The Complete Exploration of Canada's Largest Ghost Town | Anyox BC
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Bonus - The Fall. The Injury. What exactly happened.

Due to the amount of requests I decided to tell you what exactly happened to me - the nasty fall, ending up in the hospital, needing operation on my leg and finally dealing with the recovery. I'm joined today with Cypriot urban explorer guest-host Alex Ioannou who graciously agreed to interview me for this episode. PLEASE DON'T GO EXPLORING ALONE!
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Urbex 88 - Host Injury Update and chat with Austrian explorer Stefan Baumann on how UrbEx changed over the years.

Stefan Baumann is an Austrian urban urbexer who has been exploring and documenting abandoned locations since 2011. In today’s interview Stefan talks about what UrbEx is really about, his mistakes of the past and appreciating the future. Stefan reflected on his urbex career, collecting coordinates, belonging to urbex-groups and competitively chasing spots. Stefan describes chilling close encounter story of getting challenged by copper thieves at abandoned prison. In our talk we also touched on exploring abandoned places versus harming the hobby and we try to reflect and find the balance between those. I did a little update on what happened to me, my injury and why the pod was delayed for a month.
Links:
Instagram: lichtgespiele
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Urbex 87 - Can you blame another explorer for your near death injury after getting a bad info on the abandoned location - with Buffalo based Soren Relictus (saintrelictus)

Soren Relictus is a Buffalo based explorer who recently had a near death injury and is coming on the show to ask you all to consider not exploring alone. Soren goes into details about his accident and addresses criticism received. He also talks about purchasing and restoring abandoned church and converting it into inclusive art centre. We also discussed legal urbex and benefits it brings. 
Links:
Instagram: saintrelictus
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

UrbEx DEBATE 1 - breaking in, bringing a crowbar, elitism, what is abandoned, being first, fresh bandos, taking responsibility for your own actions with a panel of 4 explorers

URBEX DEBATE: we are joined by four explorers - from Ohio Nick The Urban Ninja (previously on episode 87 & 72), from Philadelphia Justin Curtis (episode 88), from New Jersey Tommy (episode 71) and from Ontario, Canada Dave (episode 85) to debate hot UrbEx topics including breaking into spots, brining a crowbar with you on explorations, elitism in urbex, what is abandoned, taking responsibility for your own actions, exploring 'fresh bandos', being 'first' at the spot and what is a real explorer. The debate at least started constructively... 
Links:
Instagram of our panel: karmacula (Nick), ihatejustincurtis (Justin), moldy_lungs (Tommy), freaktography (Dave)
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.

Urbex 86 - War with Ukraine, exploring in the Middle East, living on the sea for 4 months and what happened with Lana Sator with Russian explorer Dmitry Osadchy (like_a_free)

Dmitry Osadchy is a brave Russian urban explorer from St.Petersburg who is currently not able to go back home as he might face mobilization or jail due to his anti-war posts. In his regular life Dmitry is a Chief Officer on a cargo ship and this allows him to travel around the world and witness unique locations. We talked about what it is like to be at the the sea for 4 months, explore in Middle East and what it was like to do urban exploration in his native country Russia. We discussed the tricky situation of lanasator and her detention in Albania and the dangers of flying your drone above military installations. Check it out!
Links:
Instagram: like_a_free
Chasing Bandos Podcast is available on chasingbandospodcast.com or your favourite podcasting app. Check out the pictures of our guest on Instagram at chasingbandospod. 
You can get in contact by email: contact@gregabandoned.com 
Support us by purchasing Abandoned China book - fascinating journey into incredible abandoned locations all over China!
Why 'urbex explorers' don't share exact locations here: gregabandoned.com/urbex
Intro song is Watcha Gon' Do is performed by Chris Shards [EPIDEMIC SOUND MUSIC LICENSE]. Rapid fire round background songs are: Greaser by TrackTribe and a tune composed by New Jersey explorer dragonboyac. 
Viewer discretion announcement at the beginning of the episode was done by Adrian Wunderler-Selby.