Jerry Escobar And The Coked-Up Hippos: DAP Colombia


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Feb 03 2025 112 mins  

🎙️ Drop A Pin: Exploring Colombia with Jersey Jerry 🇨🇴

On this episode of Drop A Pin, Donnie Does and Uncle Chaps sit down with Jersey Jerry (@Jerrythekid21) to talk about his time in Colombia. From the country’s complicated past to its evolving present, Jerry shares his thoughts on:

🏙️ His favorite spots – where to visit and what to skip
🏚️ Pablo Escobar’s legacy – the real impact vs. pop culture myths
🦛 The Hippo Problem – Escobar’s pets turned invasive species
🍽️ Food scene – what’s worth trying and what surprised him
💰 Cost of living – how far your dollar can go
🏡 Buying property in Colombia? – Donnie, Chaps, and Jerry debate making it happen
After the interview, Chaps and Donnie take a deeper dive into:

🕰️ Colombia’s history – beyond the Narcos stereotype
🌎 Cultural differences – what travelers should know
✈️ Travel tips – safety, must-visit places, and getting the best experience
📍 Plus, in the Gettin’ Cultured segment, Donnie and Chaps answer questions from the Pin Heads about Colombia, travel etiquette, and what they’d do first if they moved there. Got a question for a future episode? DM us or drop a comment!

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