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The silence in the deep woods is not always empty. Sometimes, it’s listening. The Pacific Crest Trail is a 2,650-mile journey through the last great wildlands of the American West. Thousands walk it, seeking solitude and adventure. But they are not always alone. For decades, a steady drumbeat of testimony has emerged from these remote spaces—chilling, firsthand accounts of encounters with something that should not exist. This is not a book of folklore. It is a sober presentation of testimony from the people who know this wilderness best: seasoned thru-hikers, Forest Service employees, ...

On today's episode we are talking about how you can make the most of our (somewhat) limited camping season without having to sacrifice your social time!Support the show

In the 1970s Shirley Dougherty moved to Harpers Ferry West Virginia and started experiencing strange occurrences. And she wasn’t alone. Residents were quick to tell her their experiences with the paranormal, and she eventually complied them into a book - a text that became the foundation of what she claims to be America’s’ oldest ghost tour. Today, Danielle brings us on our own through one of the country’s most spooky locations. Listen to Watch Her Cook on Apple and Spotify! Follow us on Instagram Sources: Articles: National Park Service, Fergus M. Bordewich,The Gilder Lehrman ...

In this conversation, Morgan shares her family's journey of moving from the Pacific Northwest to Portugal, detailing the motivations behind their decision, the challenges faced during the visa process, and their experiences adjusting to life in a new country. She discusses the importance of family time, the financial adjustments they had to make, and how their quality of life has improved despite a lower income. Morgan also highlights the differences in cost of living, particularly in groceries and utilities, and the overall positive impact of their new lifestyle on their family. Schedule a ...

In Beyond the Darkness: Transformative Journeys Through Dark Tourism, Dr. Chad Scott, multi-category #1 Amazon bestselling author, takes listeners on a deeply personal and thought-provoking exploration of some of history’s most profound and challenging sites. From the solemn corridors of Auschwitz to the shadowy depths of the Paris Catacombs and the reflective spaces of Ground Zero, Dr. Scott doesn’t just explore the physical remnants of tragedy—he uncovers their emotional and transformative potential.

Noraly Schoenmaker was a thirtysomething geologist living in the Netherlands when she learned that her live-in partner had been having a long-term affair. In desperate need of a new beginning, she decided to quit her job and jet off to India. But her plans were dashed when she fell quickly and helplessly in love: with a motorcycle. Behind the handlebars, she felt alive and free—nimble enough to trace the narrowest paths, powerful enough to travel the longest of roads.

Zum ersten Mal wurden die wiederentdeckten Bildwerke des Kölner Fotografen Eugen Coubillier (1873-1947) in einer umfassenden Einzelausstellung gewürdigt. Denn Coubillier hat die fotografische Geschichte der Stadt maßgeblich mitgeprägt, er war ein höchst erfolgreicher Porträtist und Architekturfotograf. Zu seinen Kunden gehörte die Stadt Köln, Konrad Adenauer und auch viele Kölnerinnen und Kölner. In dieser Live-Podcastfolge machen wir anhand seiner Bilder einen Stadtspaziergang. Meine Gäste: Walter Filz (SWR) und Podcast Host von Akte 88 Helmut Frangenberg, KStA-Redakteur und ...

Ready to push your limits and live on the edge? Adventure Travel: Thrilling Destinations for the Adrenaline Junkie takes you straight into the heart-pounding world of extreme sports and epic journeys. From skydiving over the Swiss Alps to surfing monster waves in Bali, this audiobook is your all-access pass to the world’s most thrilling adventure spots.

SOME THINGS ARE WORTH BREAKING FOR Sophie I inherited a bookstore that smells like old paper and cinnamon. I drink too much coffee. I run a smutty Book Club. And I need help to fix a few things before everything falls apart. Grady Carter is quiet. Brooding. Built like a wall I should absolutely not want to climb. But every time something breaks, he shows up. Always one step ahead. I don’t trust easy. But I think I’m starting to trust him. And that’s terrifying. Grady She’s soft. Loud. Smart-mouthed. Curvy as sin. She smells like vanilla and trouble. From the second I walk into that ...

Kon-Tiki is the record of an astonishing adventure—a journey of 4,300 nautical miles across the Pacific Ocean by raft. Intrigued by Polynesian folklore, biologist Thor Heyerdahl suspected that the South Sea Islands had been settled by an ancient race from thousands of miles to the east, led by a mythical hero, Kon-Tiki. He decided to prove his theory by duplicating the legendary voyage.

Paying for a one-night stand was not Jan Marek's proudest moment, but they'd had a few laughs, and the sex had been great. Yet she yearned for something more. As friends and family partnered up, her thirty-seven years spoke of loneliness and loss. A lasting relationship never seemed within her grasp. Isabelle Crawford had money, status, and pride. Anger filled her when she found cash on her bedside table instead of the warm body lying next to her. No one treated Isabelle Crawford from the Crawford-Smith family like this. No one! Behind the anger, disappointment lingered. Could this have ...

Walt Disney is an American hero. From Mickey Mouse to Disneyland, he changed the face of American culture. His is a success story like no other: a man who developed animated film into an art form and made a massive contribution to the folklore of the world.

In A Motor Flight through France, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton invites listeners on an extraordinary journey through the French countryside at the dawn of the motor age. Based on her 1906 road trip—an ambitious endeavor at a time when automobiles were still a novelty—Wharton’s account captures the thrill of early travel by car and the unparalleled freedom it offered to the adventurous traveler.

This is a true tale of adventure in high and distant lands. This is a tale of two western women, who, with the help of three Nepali men trek through the remote and high mountain wilderness of the Himalayas to fulfill a long-held dream. They dye their hair black, climb into traditional Tibetan dresses and embark on an illegal, harrowing trek to Mount Kailash in the far west of Tibet. Facing wild dogs, possible arrest, exposure, lack of food and water; where one wrong step could plummet them to certain death, their spiritual pilgrimage is a testimony to the resilience of the human spirit.

Discover how to plan for retirement and what to do after retirement, even on a fixed income! Are you seeking to make a plan for life after work, with purposeful activities that align with your interests and budget? Do you desire a vibrant social life and the thrill of trying new things? Are you struggling with the fear of the unknown as you step into retirement? If so, you're not alone. Many retirees face these same challenges, but the good news is that there are countless ways to create joyful, fun things to do after retirement and a fulfilling life after work.

Is everything really better in Japan? Cristian Martini Grimaldi, freelance journalist who has been living in Japan for almost a decade, decides to explore if this is really the case. This book is the English version of his Bestseller “In Giappone lo fanno meglio?” (with many extra chapters added) . The idea for this work started from a simple observation. Japan is more idealized than actually experienced. As a young American student disappointed by his life in the Rising Sun once confessed to the author: “For years I have looked at Japan from afar and I thought it was the perfect ...

As Four Thousand Hooks opens, an Alaskan fishing schooner is sinking. It is the summer of 1972, and the sixteen-year-old narrator is at the helm. Backtracking from the gripping prologue, Dean Adams describes how he came to be a crew member on the Grant and weaves a tale of adventure that is like a novel—with drama, conflict, and resonant portrayals of halibut fishing, his ragtag shipmates, maritime Alaska, and the ambiguities of family life.

In this Monday Motivation, the Kfm Mornings team discuss Mel Robbins' views on emotional maturity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since a half-century ago, colleges and universities around the South have established centers to study the culture of our region. The Center for Appalachian Studies in Kentucky. The Center for the Study of the American South in North Carolina. The Center for the Study of Southern Culture in Mississippi. Salvation South magazine editor Chuck Reece has some thoughts about why preserving Southern folklore matters.

This week, we’re leaning into the magic of ENC evenings—no screens, no stress, just simple ways to enjoy the season. We’ll share three easy ideas to make your next night out feel like a getaway, plus two featured outings: a sunset paddle with ice cream to follow, and lawn games at Wildwood Park. We’ll also highlight how to save on local eats with the ENC Explorer Passport. It’s your fast track to summer fun, right here in Greenville.