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What does it take to be one of the world's best high-altitude mountain climbers? A lot of fundraising; traveling in some of the world's most dangerous countries; enduring cold bivouacs, searing lungs, and a cloudy mind when you can least afford one. It means learning the hard lessons the mountains teach. Steve House built his reputation on ascents throughout the Alps, Canada, Alaska, the Karakoram, and the Himalaya that have expanded possibilities of style, speed, and difficulty.

From the majestic beauty of the wild Scottish landscape to the hidden traces of its history waiting to be uncovered in every town and village, Andrew McAlindon is enthralled by the country he is lucky enough to call home. As one of Scotland’s busiest tour guides in real life and online, Andy travels around the country to ancient sites such as castles, cemeteries, burial chambers and prisons, celebrating the history, folklore, superstitions and the fascinating people that make Scotland so unique. Lochs and Legends is Andy’s love letter to Scotland.

In 1773, literary giant Samuel Johnson set off with his friend James Boswell on a tour of Scotland’s remote Highlands and Western Isles. What followed was a vivid travelogue capturing the landscapes, people, and customs of a region on the brink of change. With wit, insight, and curiosity, Johnson reflects on everything from ancient clan traditions to the decline of the Gaelic language—offering a rare glimpse into 18th-century Scotland through the eyes of one of England’s greatest minds.

Welcome to Sierra Rec Now – the podcast that brings the wild heart of the Sierra Nevada straight to you. I’m Charlie Pankey, your guide through a range full of stories, trails, local voices, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. From backcountry adventures to basecamp conversations with those shaping the outdoor experience, this show is for everyone who feels the pull of the mountains. So whether you're planning your next trip or just dreaming of high granite passes, you're in the right place. Let’s get into it.

Les podcasts que vous allez entendre sont le fruit d’un travail mené dans le cadre d’un cours qui s’intitule « Habiter le monde ». A travers cet exercice, très libre, il s’agit de pousser les étudiants à explorer les conditions géographiques des humains. Car si les humains sont à la fois des êtres sociaux et singuliers, ils sont aussi des êtres spatiaux : nous sommes toujours quelque part, nous nous projetons constamment vers des ailleurs et nous habitons les territoires autant qu’ils nous habitent. La qualité de nos relations aux espaces participe à nos états d’...

Patsi Mackenzie, a writer and broadcaster from the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, spends much of the year on the French Riviera. Captivated by the city of Nice and the people who - like her – go there once and then never want to leave. In the summer of 2024, Patsi began recording snapshot conversations in English on the Côte d’Azur. Her guests cover a wide range of ages, professions and backgrounds. From musicians and historians, to chefs and teachers. All with one thing in common; a devotion to the Riviera. Their personal stories are revealed in these gently probing podcasts, recorded ...

Welcome to A Life Well-Lived, where we pull back the curtain on the extraordinary lives of Exclusive Resorts Members — an invitation-only Club of Fortune 500 executives, visionary entrepreneurs, Michelin-starred chefs, world-renowned artists, and elite athletes, all bound by a shared pursuit: to live richer, fuller, and more meaningful lives. Led by James Henderson, CEO of Exclusive Resorts, with select episodes guided by guest contributors, each interview is an invitation into the world of those who have truly mastered the art of living well. Because true luxury isn’t about where you go ...

Hosted by 2024 CMA Musician of the Year Charlie Worsham, Mississippi on the Map explores why Mississippi is the Birthplace of America’s Music. You’ll hear conversations with special guests about the influence of Mississippi on American music and culture, and we’ll explore the state’s stories and storytellers to learn about all those who put Mississippi on the map. Brought to you by Visit Mississippi. Plan your own musical adventure at VisitMississippi.org.

Travel and all that means...Let’s talk about what inspires you, where you want to go, and how you hang on to those memories when you get home.

Travel and all that means...Let’s talk about what inspires you, where you want to go, and how you hang on to those memories when you get home.

Travel and all that means...Let’s talk about what inspires you, where you want to go, and how you hang on to those memories when you get home.

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Travel and all that means...Let’s talk about what inspires you, where you want to go, and how you hang on to those memories when you get home.

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Travel and all that means...Let’s talk about what inspires you, where you want to go, and how you hang on to those memories when you get home.

Travel and all that means...Let’s talk about what inspires you, where you want to go, and how you hang on to those memories when you get home.

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Travel and all that means...Let’s talk about what inspires you, where you want to go, and how you hang on to those memories when you get home.

Steve and Mike, the Great Big Beautiful Dads, talk all things Walt Disney World. Tips and tricks, fun games, and a couple of laughs along the way. Looking forward to your next Disney trip? Never been before or haven’t been in a while? Trying to get over the Disney Blues? The GBBDs got you covered. Steve is a travel agent with Just Add Magic Travel, an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, and his services are FREE! Have a question for us? Want to make your Disney wish upon a star come true? Get in touch! Steve@JustAddMagicTravel.com Music by TurtleBeats