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 reflects on his brief foray into the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, or KL as he came to know it.

The episode explores the panic of waking up on a bus alone, the serendipity of starting a conversation with fellow travellers, and how to politely decline being propositioned by sex workers while traveling.

Topics and themes in this episode

• Why you should always arrive in new destinations in daylight
• Travelling overnight on a bus to save on your budget
• Checking which days things may be closed in other countries
• Why you should never leave a bag lying near the Batu Caves
• Why you don’t have to vibe with every place you visit

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 continues his round-the-world adventure in Krabi, Thailand.

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 reflects on Singapore, the island-country and city-state that was his first stop on his round-the-world journey in 2011. It was also somewhere he stayed during his honeymoon years later, offering a unique contrast.

This episode explores first impressions, budget backpacking realities, unexpected kindness, and how a place can feel entirely different depending on where you are in life.

Topics and themes in this episode

• Why Singapore is an ideal starting point for a round-the-world trip
• First impressions after arriving from a long-haul flight
• The contrast between budget backpacking and luxury travel
• Exploring Singapore on foot: districts, street art, and hidden corners
• Visiting museums and learning through travel
• Budget travel habits, such as free passes, cheap meals, and overnight buses
• Forgetting essential items on the road and learning to let go
• The chaos of leaving Singapore by bus from the Golden Mile Complex

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.

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

On the next episode

Andrew continues his round-the-world adventure in Kuala Lumpur.

In this opening episode of My Right Leg Is Tastier Than My Left, host Andrew Rainnie reflects on the moment he decided to quit his job, leave London, and spend a year backpacking around the world.

Drawing from his original travel journals, Andrew explores why people travel, what pushes someone to leave a familiar life behind, and how to prepare both practically and emotionally for a long-term backpacking trip. From burnout and heartbreak to creativity, freedom, and fear, this episode offers an honest look at the motivations behind travel and how to plan a meaningful journey in today’s world.

Whether you’re thinking about backpacking, dreaming of long-term travel, or simply craving inspiration, this episode lays the foundation for a podcast about experience, reflection, and the lessons learned on the road.

Topics and themes in this episode

• Why people feel compelled to travel, and why running away can be okay
• How burnout, creativity, and major life changes influence travel decisions
• The realities of preparing for a round-the-world backpacking trip
• Planning vs. spontaneity: how much structure you really need
• Budgeting, savings, and working while travelling
• Choosing the right backpack and essential gear
• Clothing, shoes, and technology for long-term travel
• Why books, music, and podcasts matter on the road
• How travel shapes perspective, resilience, and empathy

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.

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

On the next episode

Andrew begins his round-the-world adventure in Singapore!

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