Time Travel Vacations - Best of Coast to Coast AM - 7/16/26
Summary
Host George Norrie interviews author James Wiley about his new book, The Time Traveler’s Handbook, which imagines time travel as a vacation industry. Wiley details 18 historical trips, such as witnessing the eruption of Vesuvius or seeing the Beatles in Hamburg, while explaining the strict rules to avoid altering history. The discussion covers the logistics, costs, and safety measures of these hypothetical journeys.
Topics discussed
Intro: AZ move to Dallas and Geico sponsorship
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Interview: The Time Traveler's Handbook concept
Time travel rules: Risks and the 'Jesus' dilemma
Logistics: Returning safely and avoiding dangerous events
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Time travel mechanics: Location precision and health risks
Trip example: Watching the eruption of Mount Vesuvius
Cost and guarantees: $10k trips and safe return
Popular destinations: Shakespeare's London and The Beatles
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