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My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left

My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left

By: Andrew John Rainnie
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My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left is a retrospective travel podcast hosted by writer and filmmaker Andrew Rainnie. In 2011, Andrew left his job, packed his bags, and set out on a year-long journey around the world.

Based on his travel journals and book of the same name, this podcast revisits those adventures, where he shares stories of wonder, mishaps, and lessons learned along the way.

Whether you’re a seasoned backpacker or someone dreaming of your first big trip, join Andrew for honest reflections, practical tips, and inspiring tales from life on the road.

Andrew John Rainnie
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Episodes
  • Actung Baby
    May 25 2026

    My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left is a retrospective travel podcast for travellers, backpackers, and anyone who dreams of exploring the world.

    In this episode, host Andrew Rainnie travels to the Thai beach sort town of Hua Hin, home of the royal summer palace, a famous night market, and the mythical Monkey Mountain!

    He looks at the perils of traveling after a night of partying, the rejuvenating qualities of a swimming pool, the dangers of climbing hills in the Thai heat, and why it is better to try and fail.

    Topics and themes in this episode

    • Why you should never drink the night before getting on a ferry
    • The advantages of learning German
    • Knowing how to read a map
    • Why Thai food is tremendous
    • How to stay calm when you lose your phone.

    Links

    • The Amara Resort in Hua Hin

    About the podcast

    My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left is a retrospective travel podcast for travellers, backpackers, and anyone who dreams of exploring the world. Based on Andrew Rainnie’s travelogue of the same name, the podcast revisits a year-long journey around the globe, sharing stories, lessons, and insights with honesty and heart.

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast and join Andrew on this journey.

    To see pictures relating to this episode, check out @andrewjohnrainnie on Instagram or follow the My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left Facebook page.

    For links, resources, and more about Andrew’s creative work, visit www.andrewjohnrainnie.com.

    On the next episode

    Andrew is claimed by the streets of Bangkok.

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    22 mins
  • The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
    May 3 2026

    My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left is a retrospective travel podcast for travellers, backpackers, and anyone who dreams of exploring the world.

    In this episode, host Andrew Rainnie delves into a specific event on the Thai island of Koh Samui, where he walked all night to get back to his hostel, accompanied by a stray dog. He delves into the feelings of loneliness and other emotions that he was experiencing in his first few weeks as a solo backpacker.

    Topics and themes in this episode

    • Why dogs are awesome
    • How to deal with feelings of loneliness while travelling

    Links

    • Niall Harbison on Instagram
    • Happy Doggo (please make a donation)

    About the podcast

    My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left is a retrospective travel podcast for travellers, backpackers, and anyone who dreams of exploring the world. Based on Andrew Rainnie’s travelogue of the same name, the podcast revisits a year-long journey around the globe, sharing stories, lessons, and insights with honesty and heart.

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast and join Andrew on this journey.

    To see pictures relating to this episode, check out @andrewjohnrainnie on Instagram or follow the My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left Facebook page.

    For links, resources, and more about Andrew’s creative work, visit www.andrewjohnrainnie.com.

    On the next episode

    Andrew reaches the beautiful coastal resort town of Hua Hin, Thailand, and tries to find a mysterious mountain.

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    19 mins
  • Flip Flops And Free Booze
    Mar 18 2026

    My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left is a retrospective travel podcast for travellers, backpackers, and anyone who dreams of exploring the world.

    In this episode, host Andrew Rainnie recalls his experience journeying to the Thai island of Koh Samui, taking a day tour around the entire island, and wondering what it was like without tourists.

    He looks at making peace with early rises to travel, the joys of a rain shower, the best place in Koh Samui to get breakfast, and the recurring motif of phallic-shared rocks on his adventures.

    Topics and themes in this episode

    • The joys of receiving a room upgrade
    • The pros and cons of doing a day tour
    • Animal cruelty
    • Taking advantage of free food and drink
    • What not to do when you meet Swedish pop stars
    • Whether or not you should jump on stage with a reggae band

    About the podcast

    My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left is a retrospective travel podcast for travellers, backpackers, and anyone who dreams of exploring the world. Based on Andrew Rainnie’s travelogue of the same name, the podcast revisits a year-long journey around the globe, sharing stories, lessons, and insights with honesty and heart.

    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast and join Andrew on this journey.

    To see pictures relating to this episode, check out @andrewjohnrainnie on Instagram or follow the My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left Facebook page.

    For links, resources, and more about Andrew’s creative work, visit www.andrewjohnrainnie.com.

    On the next episode…

    Andrew drunkenly decides to walk back to his hostel in Koh Samui, making a new friend along the way.

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    26 mins
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