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The Atlas Obscura Podcast

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An audio guide to the world’s strange, incredible, and wondrous places. Co-founder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters explore a new wonder every day, Monday through Thursday. In under 15 minutes, they’ll take you to an incredible place, and along the way, you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Our theme and end credit music is composed by Sam Tyndall.
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The Travel Diaries is a weekly interview series where journalist Holly Rubenstein chats to a special guest about their adventures around the world, and the travel experiences and destinations that have shaped their lives. Be transported to exotic and far flung places as Holly and her diverse range of famous guests take you on a journey through the seven chapters of their life's travel diaries, from their earliest childhood travel memory and the first place they fell in love with; to their al ...
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Lore

Aaron Mahnke

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The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
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An immersive travel and culture documentary podcast where Peabody award-winning public radio journalist Scott Gurian reports fascinating stories from faraway places and makes you feel like you’re really there! On past episodes, he’s road tripped 18,000 mi. (29,000 km) from the UK to Mongolia and back, visited Iran as an American tourist, wandered through abandoned buildings in Chernobyl, and participated in a hallucinogenic healing ceremony in Peru. Learn more and view bonus content at farfr ...
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Bay Curious is a show about your questions – and the adventures you find when you go looking for the answers. Join host Olivia Allen-Price to explore all aspects of the San Francisco Bay Area – from the debate over "Frisco", to the dinosaurs that once roamed California, to the causes of homelessness. Whether you lived here your whole life, or just arrived, Bay Curious will deepen your understanding of this place you call home.
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Alan Carr's 'Life's a Beach'

Keep It Light Media / Travesty Media

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Life’s A Beach sees Alan giving Judith Chalmers and Michael Palin a run for their money as he invites a famous guest each week to discuss their favourite places in the world. Bursting with anecdotes, laidback chat and laugh out loud travel tales - if this podcast was a suitcase you’d have to sit on it. “My Life’s A Beach podcast is the escapism we ALL need right now. I sat down and chatted with some of my famous friends about everything travel. From caravanning in Rhyl to private jetting to ...
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Join Dave and Helen as they travel back in time (metaphorically… it’s a podcast) to explore the real history of the people, places and events of the Old Testament, New Testament and everything in between.
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Planning a trip to France? Join Us in France is the podcast for you! On this podcast we have conversations about our trips to France, chat with tour guides, share tips on French culture, the basics of French history, explain how to be savvy traveler in France and share our love of French food, wine and destinations in France. You won’t want to miss out on all these great conversations about one of the most beautiful countries on earth! Subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. And if you'r ...
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One lifetime is too short to visit everywhere and meet everyone. That‘s why we love books with a strong sense of place — they let us travel the world in our imagination. In each episode of our Strong Sense of Place podcast, we explore one destination and talk about what makes that place different from everywhere else. Then we recommend five books that took us to that place on the page. Every other week, we share The Library of Lost Time, a mini-pod that features two new books and our Distrac ...
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Everything Everywhere Daily

Gary Arndt | Glassbox Media

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Learn something new every day! Everything Everywhere Daily is a daily podcast for Intellectually Curious People. Host Gary Arndt tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Gary is an accomplished world traveler, travel photographer, and polymath. Topics covered include history, science, mathematics, anthropology, archeology, geography, and culture. Past history episodes have dealt with ancient Rome, Phoenicia, Persia, Greece, Chi ...
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Though travel and adventure have historically been publicly claimed by men, women have always been part of those narratives, too. Each week, host and Condé Nast Traveler editor Lale Arikoglu shines a light on some of those stories, interviewing female-identifying guests about their most unique travel tales—from going off-grid in the Danish wilderness to country-hopping solo—sharing her own experiences traveling around the globe, and tapping listeners to contribute their own memorable stories ...
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E Pluribus Motto

John Hodgman and Janet Varney

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Listening to E Pluribus Motto is like taking a road trip with friends Janet Varney and John Hodgman. In each episode, they spotlight one state and chat about its motto, bird, beverages, songs, and–occasionally–muffins. Plus, you'll hear from residents and guests whose lives or work have been inspired by that state. This podcast is a celebration of regional culture and an homage to the love we all seem to have for the place we call home. Pack your snacks and jump on in!
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Be Our Guest WDW Podcast

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This award-winning podcast features Monday, Wednesday, and Friday shows that focus on Disney resorts, theme parks, attractions, restaurants, dining, runDisney, vacation tips and much more. Join hosts Mike Rahlmann, Rikki Niblett, Scott Gardner, and Pam Forrester and take a fun and family-friendly dive into the world of Disney vacation planning.
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Travel Insider

Expedia Cruises of OVC

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Unique and engaging information about cruise lines, resorts and travel related companies. We educate and inform our listeners about travel to assist them in trying new experiences and getting more out of their dream vacation.
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Travel conversations don’t have to just be about the destination! On Travel N Sh!t, we enjoy discussing the experience. Every Thursday, dCarrie and the occasional guest have a nuanced conversation about the intersection of travel and basic life shit - because travel is more than vacation.
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A podcast that goes the distance to reveal hard-to-find stories across North Carolina. Join journalist Jeremy Markovich as he travels across the state to uncover remote places, lost artifacts, overlooked people, and forgotten stories.
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Award-winning travel writer Lea Lane shares travel memories and travel tips with passionate travelers, travel experts, and savvy locals around the world. She has traveled to over 100 countries. Is the author of nine books, a blogger at forbes.com, and contributor to dozens of guidebooks. Smart. Fun!
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Unpacked by AFAR unpacks one tricky topic in travel each week. We're here to help you navigate the travel world, whether you want to hack your points and miles, figure out where to travel next, or need advice on an ethical dilemma. Because the world is complicated. We're here to help you unpack it.
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Wonders of the World

Caroline Vahrenkamp

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In this podcast, we'll visit 200 Wonders of the World, from the Pyramids to the Great Barrier Reef, to tell the story of our people, our civilization, and our planet. My name is Caroline Vahrenkamp, and I'm a travel junkie. The world is filled with amazing places that reflect the greatest achievements of human accomplishment. In these uncertain times, understanding our great shared history may help to bridge the divides between us. And if not, it will be a fun ride anyway! We'll discuss the ...
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Traveling off the tourist path. Talking about those places most tourists just don't know about because, well, nobody ever told them. Also travel tips and news about travel and tourism to make your trip a little easier, cheaper and more memorable.
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An alternative look at travel and its place in modern life, and some of the more interesting things under the surface that I learned from the places I visited.
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Every place has a history - Some of those histories may just be darker than others. Join host, Carman Carrion, as she scours the globe for the world's most haunted places, and reveals the history, legends, and stories around them that make them so terrifying. Episodes every Thursday. An Eeriecast original series https://eeriecast.com/
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Come one, come all, to the Happiest Podcast on Earth! A place where imaginations run wild, stakes are raised every gameday, and lifelong Disney fans and friends sit around the table to discuss all things Disney. So go grab your churros and beverage of choice, snag your Disney ears, and enjoy as we proudly present.....THE HAPPIEST PODCAST ON EARTH!
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Take a few minutes to travel the world with The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast. Brought to you by the long-running GoNOMAD travel website, The GoNOMAD Travel Podcast brings you audio stories from destinations around the globe. It's short-form... 3-7 minute long episodes. No jarring AM radio-style theme songs, no ads, just an interesting short travel story and some food for thought, from editor Max Hartshorne. Fun! While you're planning your next trip or travel adventure, download and listen to The G ...
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Hometown Ghost Stories dives into the history of haunted locations and investigates why and how these places earned their terrifying reputation. Rob, Dave and Jesse go live every Tuesday night, after a 15-20 minute uninterrupted, documentary-style breakdown on the case. You can even join the show - as many do, during the live broadcasts on YouTube, Tuesday nights at 9pm EST, as we talk ghosts, demons, poltergeists, and the horrifying true tales that led to these hauntings.
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Welcome to Offsite Adventures. Join host Janet Hsieh as she takes you to unexpected places in the world’s most iconic business travel destinations. In each episode, Janet reveals hidden gems and untold stories that give you new insights about leadership and life. Adventure can fit into any schedule – we’ll show you how to go find it. Season one destinations include New York City, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. To see each story come to life in our video series, visit MastersOfScale.com/offsite Of ...
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Broadcaster and travel pro Ja’Vonne Harley delivers the latest in travel news and tips for the business and leisure traveler with features and segments designed to give listeners an immersive travel experience. Features include The Culture Report where you’ll discover more about an individual, a place or even an object that’s significant to that culture, Ja’Vonne’s Travel Minute, recurring guest, healthcare professional, author of RNBound and avid traveler Yalanda Comeaux with information an ...
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Disney Travel for All

Disney Travel for All

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Disney Travel for All provides tips, reviews, and recommendations to help solo travelers and adults plan and experience magical trips to their favorite Disney destinations, Disney cruises, and more.
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This week I'm joined by Isis Breanna as we discuss her project, Pages to Places, where she reads books and visits the places that inspired them. We also dive into local exploration, content creation, travel lessons, impacts of being a creative, self reflection and the power of stories. This is a really dope convo. Dive in. Inspired to take a roadtr…
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Bro. Maynard Edwards sits and discusses with Bro. Jeremy Barnes, one of the founders of Amity, the Masonic app that serves in many capacities to the active Mason, available in both Apple and Android formats. Make sure to like and subscribe to the channel! Freemasons, make sure you shout out your Lodge, Valley, Chapter or Shrine below! OES, Job's Da…
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Have you ever heard of the Auvergne region in France? In Uncovering Auvergne: Top Places to Visit and Local Legends, host Annie Sargent speaks with tour guide Andrew Manns to explore the hidden wonders of this lesser-known region. Auvergne is filled with fascinating landscapes, charming medieval villages, and captivating folklore. Get the podcast a…
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Today, Mike, Pam, and Scott are getting your ready for those colder months back north where one of the best aspects of a Disney vacation is enjoying a good meal outside in the beautiful Florida or California weather! We go around and give our best spots to grab both counter and table-service meals in the parks and resorts at Walt Disney World and D…
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This week on Traveling Culturati, we’re diving into two captivating topics! Tune in for Expat Life with Maureen Jenkins, where we’ll explore the challenges and rewards of living abroad, and Barbara Peterson on Airline Mandates, shedding light on evolving travel regulations and what they mean for travelers. Gain insights, tips, and real-world storie…
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Wayward bullets are bad. Ditto for rodents on planes and a handful of now infamous travelers. Also in this episode: More on the bullets in Haiti TAP’s Hamster Problem Bermudair’s 2025 growth Iberia’s A321XLR first TATL Alaska Airlines F soft product upgrades Continued engine issues For our Patreon subscribers we have bonus content, including: Terri…
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Wayward bullets are bad. Ditto for rodents on planes and a handful of now infamous travelers. Also in this episode: More on the bullets in Haiti TAP’s Hamster Problem Bermudair’s 2025 growth Iberia’s A321XLR first TATL Alaska Airlines F soft product upgrades Continued engine issues For our Patreon subscribers we have bonus content, including: Terri…
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The Wave Organ is an environmental sculpture that goes below the surface of the bay to create a unique sonic experience for visitors. Listener Robbie Rock has been visiting The Wave Organ since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and came to Bay Curious looking to learn who built it, why and how. Reporter Ana De Almeida Amaral takes us on the sonic…
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This episode, we join Ashley C. Ford, a writer, educator, and host of the podcast Monumental, and move around the country to find out more about statues, monuments, memorials, and landmarks. Who gets to choose to put them up? And how are our ideas about them changing? Plus, Ashley shares her own personal stories about the monuments that changed her…
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There is an excellent chance that you know someone who has a twin sibling. In fact, there are some of you listening who have a twin brother or sister. Multiple births are something that isn’t common but also isn’t super rare, either. However, multiple births have actually become more common over time despite the fact that there are some types of mu…
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Journalist and food writer Evan Rail considers himself a beer guy, but when a mysterious bright green spirit started shaking up the scene in the Czech Republic (where he lives) in the 1990s, he knew he had to learn more. His latest book “The Absinthe Forger: A True Story of Deception, Betrayal, and The World’s Most Dangerous Spirit” looks back at t…
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (267: Curveball) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 113: LorePodcast.com/episodes/13 Episode 122: LorePodcast.com/episodes/83 Episode 128: LorePodcast.com/episodes/127 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Source…
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This week I'm joined by Gionna Nicole, the founder of Avid Swim, a sustainable luxury swimwear brand. We explore Gionna's journey from modeling to designing, the cultural inspirations behind her collections, and the importance of collaboration in the fashion industry. Gionna shares her experiences traveling the world, the challenges of navigating l…
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Tulum Forest in Mexico is an ancient woodland filled with flooded caves and cenotes (natural sinkholes) where the Maya once performed sacrificial rituals. Local legend holds that supernatural guardians called Aluxes still protect these sacred grounds, appearing as child-sized spirits that are known to lure unwary visitors off marked paths, leading …
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Find Sadistic here - Click to subscribe! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2386456 Written and edited by: Jon Saks Narrated by Christopher Feinstein For writing consultations, please email: sadistictheseries@gmail.com Jon would be happy to discuss how to help you with your project! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, November 17, 2024! Tonight, Mike and Scott are back together and we had a blast taking your calls for the hour! The password to tonight's show was again your favorite side with the Thanksgiving meal and we got some great ideas! We discussed thoughts on the re-launched Reflections Resort com…
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When it comes to cycling in rural areas, there is a chance you may cross paths with dogs..most likely livestock dogs. How do you know if they are aggressive? What happens if you get bit? We join two different perspectives - a K-9 officer and a veterinarian with a background in canine behavior. Glen Scruggs, a retired Oregon police officer has worke…
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California isn’t just another US state. It is the most populous state in the union, and it has an economy which, if it were an independent country, would be the 5th largest in the world. Yet, this wasn’t always the case. In the 19th century, California wasn’t much at all. Hardly anyone lived there. It was far away from the American center of power …
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Palm Beach in Florida is world renowned for its beauty and hotels. It's also well known as a hotbed of paranormal activity. From haunted beaches, to haunted homes and businesses, this picturesque vacation destination has been more of a nightmare for many. Tonight, we'll dive into the haunted hotels, beaches, stores and the infamous Riddle House, wh…
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Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Zuka Juice, Zao, Rumbi, J Dawgs, and losing to Kansas: what do these things have in common? BYU students were responsible. Today, we focus on Zuka Juice, the healthy smoothy shop that was only discovered to not be so healthy after merging with Jamba Juice. Nate and Intern Matt have…
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In August 1953, airstrip operator George van Tassel claimed he was woken up in the middle of the night by an intelligent lifeform from outer space named Solganda. George says Solganda told him to build an energy rejuvenation machine – so that’s exactly what he spent the rest of his life doing… For more information on visiting the Integratron check …
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Mike and Pam are here to get you through this Wednesday with some awesome Listener Questions today! First, Pam and Mike share some things they are excited about when it comes to the new Disney Treasure, which Pam will get to tour this week in New York City! We also get some feedback on last week's "One's Gotta Go" collection from Mark in the UK! We…
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I'm still working on my next episode, where I'm asking listeners around the world to send me short voice memo recordings from their phones, talking about how people where they live have reacted to the recent American election results and how they think a second Trump presidency would impact ordinary folks in their country. If you have any thoughts …
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One of the most important inventions in human history was the bow and arrow. A bow and arrow is a rather simple device but it was a revolutionary advancement for humanity’s ability to hunt and to fight. Unlike many very early human inventions, the bow and arrow have had an extremely long lifespan. For thousands of years it remained virtually unchan…
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Bro. Maynard Edwards, 33°, chats with the brains behind Brothers & Bonds, a Masonic merchandise website, and their mission to create and make available top quality Masonic merch, with a bit more of a contemporary look. Bros. Steve Sprott, Gino Sgovio, and Burt Tellier discuss what got them started in the business and why they strive to provide the …
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It was late. Everybody had gone to bed. The remote cottage where we were staying in the Quantock Hills still felt warm, even though the oil burner had knocked itself off a while ago. Despite this, the place had started to feel, well, a bit strange and I wasn't quite sure what the feeling was. I put the kettle on and the strange feeling went away. I…
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Mark our words: 2025 will be the year of crowd-free travel. That’s why our editors and contributors spent months seeking out 25 incredible, undertouristed destinations to explore next year. Our annual Where to Go list spotlights under-the-radar escapes, alternatives to popular hotspots, and interesting places around the world you may have been over…
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From September 1940 until May 1941, the people of the United Kingdom experienced the horrors of war firsthand. Hundreds of bombers ran thousands of missions over civilian areas of Great Britain. The hardest hit of all the cities was the capital of London. By the time the bombing campaign stopped, tens of thousands were killed, over a hundred thousa…
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Scholars have been searching for the Historical Jesus for centuries, but have they been looking in the wrong places? Chris Keith and James Crossley think it's high time to reimagine and reinvigorate the "quest" for the Historical Jesus, opening up the field to entirely new and exciting lines of inquiry. Check out their new edited volume (featuring …
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Folklore is often grown in the fertile soil of doubt and a lack of control. And within one specific national pastime, those elements have allowed some wild and unusual stories to take root and grow. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resource…
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Today, we journey into the misty, moonlit waters of Maryland to explore two of its most enduring and eerie legends. First, we’ll sail into the Chesapeake Bay, where a ghostly ship is said to appear, blazing with flames, carrying the spirits of lost souls doomed to wander the waters for eternity. Then, we’ll travel to the quiet roads of Port Tobacco…
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We are excited to have Listener Matt from New Jersey back on the show today to talk about his "Solo Trip" that wasn't really solo for much of the time! Hear about his stays at The B, Disney's All-Star Movies, and Boardwalk Villas, visiting all 4 theme parks, and experiencing Guardians, Remy, Rise, and Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway for the first…
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From an overnight stay at Sofitel Denarau to Island hopping around Malolo Island , from Liku Liku to Malolo Island Resort-sailing the seas, popping up picnics & learning about their sustainability program & connection to the village people of the land. https://maloloisland.com https://southseacruisesfiji.com https://likulikulagoon.com https://www.s…
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Moving to France: Tips for Navigating French Bureaucracy with Allison Lounes Are you dreaming of a life in France but unsure where to start? In this episode of Join Us in France, Annie Sargent welcomes Allison Lounes, an expert in helping people navigate the complexities of moving to France. Together, they dive into the nitty-gritty details of visa…
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Every day, hundreds of billions of dollars worth of investments are bought and sold around the world. Most of these transactions are conducted by investment banks and other large institutions. Many, if not most, of these organizations act on behalf of other actors, often individual investors. However, many people avoid investing because it seems co…
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Almost everyone listening to the sound of my voice is a citizen of some country. Citizenship seems very simple and straightforward, but it is anything but. For most of human history, almost everyone was not a citizen of anything. Today, it is entirely possible to change citizenship, become a citizen of multiple countries, or possibly even become a …
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Blame it on this time of year, but we've been ruminating a lot on the places we're thankful for. And we want to hear your thoughts for a future episode. What's a place that played a pivotal role in shaping your life? It can be a place you grew up, or a place you live in now. Maybe it's a park bench, or another place of community. Tell us about it, …
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It's time for another Paranormal Update! This week, we are covering some breaking news about ghost sightings and even a haunted Hooters!? Join us as we break down these chilling cases Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins https://open.spotify.com/album/5yacgac20GQsymq2nsVmPr?si=5skhjOFyQM…
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We'd love to hear from you! -- Take our survey at strongsenseofplace.com/survey. In this episode, we get excited about two books: the audiobook version of Rivals, written by Jilly Coooper (read by Georgia Tennant) and Big Book of Bread: 125+ Recipes for Every Baker from King Arthur Flour. Then Mel shares her extreme enthusiasm for sandwiches and Th…
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In the early 13th century, England suffered through the worst monarch it would have in its history: King John. John and his arbitrary policies and high taxation angered the nobility, the church, and the common people. However, out of his disastrous reign came something good. An uprising against his rule forced him to sign a document establishing fu…
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