Best Half Sibling Podcasts (2024)

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The Four Protectors of Iceland – Folklore Friday 8:12

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This is part of my Folklore Friday Series, where I am sharing an Icelandic folklore story every Friday in 2024. A King’s Decree Leads To Iceland’s Land Spirits Being Discovered In the Heimskringla saga of King Olaf Tryggvason, there is a captivating tale of King Harald Bluetooth’s failed attempt to invade Iceland. According to the saga, Harald task…

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Is Iceland Splitting in Half? – How Moving Tectonic Plates Impacts the Country 12:54

24m ago12:54

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Iceland straddles the Mid-Atlantic Ridge where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet. This unique geographical setting has led to some fascinating geological features and dynamic landscapes. In this episode, I go over the geology a little bit, the main reason why Iceland does not split in two even though the tectonic plates are slowi…

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Kris's Story 32:10

3d ago32:10

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Kris took a DNA test along with many of her family members and saw that she did not have DNA in common with her birth certificate father. She hid her profile online and has chosen, at this point, not to discuss this with her dad. Kris can be reached via email kristinekellympls@gmail.com Resources Mentioned: Untangling Our Roots Summit High Conflict…

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Bickering Icelandic Siblings Seal Their Fates With Magic – Folklore Friday

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This is part of my Folklore Friday Series, where I am sharing an Icelandic folklore story every Friday in 2024. A Magical Woman from Norway Migrates to Iceland In the book of the Icelanders, or Landnámabók, is a person named Þuríður syndafyllir and her son Völu-Steinn. They immigrated from Northern Norway and settled in Bolungarvík in the Westfjord…

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Rökkvi Vésteinsson on Using LingQ to Learn Languages & More

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Rökkvi Vésteinsson was born in 1978 in Iceland. He had a multicultural upbringing, living in Chicago at age 11, and spending summers in Denmark and Sweden during his teens. By age 20, he was fluent in four foreign languages, thanks to his travels and a stint as an au pair in Germany. Rökkvi began his professional journey guiding one-day tours from …

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Iceland’s Loch Ness Monster – Folklore Friday 6:27

3d ago6:27

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Where Iceland’s Loch Ness Monster Lives Lagarfljot, nestled in eastern Iceland, is not just a lake but a river channel flowing from the majestic Vatnajokull glacier to the sea. This secluded area carries a mysterious aura, providing fertile ground for local folklore. Visitors from the east of Iceland or those who have journeyed to Reykjavik might s…

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Lily and others at Untangling our Roots 2024 41:18

11d ago41:18

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This was a very long emotional episode that has been divided into 2 parts. This is part 2. This was part of a panel held at the Untangling Our Roots Summit 2024 in Denver, CO. The panel was moderated by Don Anderson of Missing Pieces - NPE Life and featured Eve Sturges of Everything's Relative and Lily Wood of NPE Stories. Eve shared for 10 minutes…

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Eve and others at Untangling Our Roots 2024 39:16

3d ago39:16

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This was a very long emotional episode that has been divided into 2 parts. This is part 1. This was part of a panel held at the Untangling Our Roots Summit 2024 in Denver, CO. The panel was moderated by Don Anderson of Missing Pieces - NPE Life and featured Eve Sturges of Everything's Relative and Lily Wood of NPE Stories. Eve shared for 10 minutes…

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What It‘s Like to Snorkel Between Continents in Iceland‘s Silfra Fissure 18:04

13d ago18:04

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Have you ever imagined swimming between two continents, touching the jagged edges of the earth’s crust beneath crystal-clear water? I had the unforgettable experience of snorkeling in Silfra Fissure, located in the heart of Thingvellir National Park, Iceland. This unique adventure is available all year round, and whether you visit during the chilly…

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The Icelandic Ghost that Haunts South Iceland – Folklore Friday 7:14

10d ago7:14

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This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing fascinating stories from Icelandic folklore on Fridays throughout 2024. How Rusty “The Brown One” Became a Ghost Rusty is a boy that is the main character of this story. According to the legend, he was 16 years old in the late 1700s in Iceland, and one day is he was out walking d…

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Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland – Response Episode 3 28:08

12d ago28:08

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This is the third response episode for my new segment “Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland”. Thank you to everyone who sent in questions and if you would like to submit a question, you can do it here. 1. Should I exchange a small amount of currency before I leave? I have heard that Iceland is a cashless society, but I am thinking about tour guide ti…

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A Wicked Troll that Enchanted Icelandic Priests – Folklore Friday 6:55

17d ago6:55

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This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing fascinating stories from Icelandic folklore on Fridays throughout 2024. A Troll Lurking in Iceland’s East Fjords Mjóifjörður (or narrow fjord) used to have up to 100 inhabitants centuries ago but it is now only about 14 people live there. During the winter it is common for the ro…

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AITA: Telling MY Kids Why I Don't Buy THEIR Half Sibling Anything!! 1:40:44

28d ago1:40:44

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Hey Fam! Thanks so much for tapping in with us. Today's Episode goes wild! We dove into some of Reddit's more recent, spicy stories. How would you feel if your Ex asked for financial support regarding a child that was created from infidelity? Would you be willing to offer up out of the goodness of your heart? What if your Ex told you that you can n…

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Laura Alice Watt: An American Relocates to Iceland’s Remote Westfjords 1:06:28

19d ago1:06:28

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Interviews are one of my favorite things to do for the podcast, so I was delighted when Laura was available to come on and share about her experience moving from the San Francisco Bay area to one of the most remote parts of the Westfjords in Iceland. Background About Laura Alice Watt Laura Alice Watt is a professor emerita of environmental history …

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Margo's Story 47:24

21d ago47:24

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Margo discovered her NPE status when she purchased an Ancestry kit to kill a lifelong curiosity. She learned her younger brother was not the only NPE in the family and suddenly her chaotic childhood began to make sense. Resources Mentioned: When the Apple Falls Far from the Tree: Discovering the Gifts within the Chaos by Margo Reilly Upcoming Memoi…

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Skuggabaldur: Iceland’s Ferocious Shadow Cat – Folklore Friday 6:51

25d ago6:51

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This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing fascinating stories from Icelandic folklore on Fridays throughout 2024. What is a Skuggabaldur? The Skuggabaldur is a fascinating animal in Icelandic folklore. Whether or not this type of animal really exists is hard to say but there are some interesting stories about it. A Skugg…

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Icelandic Coffee Culture & Unique Cafés to Visit in Reykjavík 16:59

29d ago16:59

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Iceland’s coffee culture is – deeply ingrained in the social fabric of Icelandic society. Along with being a drink that perks people up, grabbing a cup of coffee in Iceland is often a social interaction, where the drink is enjoyed in the company of others, many times in cozy settings. This communal aspect is so integral that offering coffee to gues…

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The Devious Corpse of Finnur the Sorcerer 6:39

1M ago6:39

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This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing fascinating stories from Icelandic folklore on Fridays throughout 2024. Why Finnur is a Feared Sorcerer A sorcerer named Finnur that lived a long time ago. So many people feared him and when he died no one wanted anything to do with the death, such as preparing the body or sewing…

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Terra's Story 49:29

1M ago49:29

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Terra was raised in Texas by her single father and asked for a 23andMe for Christmas to see how much Native American she had on her maternal side. Terra ended up having quite an ethnicity shift after her NPE. NPE Stories Patreon NPE Stories facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NPEstories

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December in Iceland – Weather, Fun Activities, Christmas & More 28:44

1M ago28:44

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This is the last episode in my series about the months in Iceland and what to expect. Visiting Iceland in December is a magical experience, often described as stepping into a winter wonderland. Here’s a comprehensive guide on what you can expect, from weather conditions to the must-do activities, road conditions and more. Weather and Average Temper…

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AITA: My Wife Caught Me "Blowing Off Steam" Watching Porn!! 1:28:49

1M ago1:28:49

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Hey Fam!! What happens when you are married, and you have initiated blowing off steam to p*rn? Not only that, but then, your spouse catches you getting off to it? Y'all have to chime in for this Reddit story of AITA. It gets a little intense between the two of us during this discussion. We also had a very interesting confession that discusses the b…

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Dorene's Story 44:23

1M ago44:23

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Dorene’s NPE discovery in 2022 at the age of 60 inspired her to become a trauma recovery coach, specializing in helping NPEs. As she began to study intergenerational trauma and apply what she learned to her experience, the events of Dorene's life finally began to make sense. Dorene can be reached via email at dorene@thetruthofme.com Resources Menti…

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Katla The Witch & Her Magical Pants – Folklore Friday 10:53

1M ago10:53

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This is part of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing an Icelandic Folklore story every Friday in 2024. Katla The Witch The story today is about how Katla volcano got its name. I’ve seen the name for this folklore as “Katla the Hag”, but I’m not much a fan of that name. Basically, there was a woman who was known as a witch, and she worked a…

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Tip me! (over like a cow or a 3am rat) - EP 51 40:25

2M ago40:25

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Have you ever heard Sarah so heated as she is about today’s major topics? TIMESTAMPS: 1:21 - Sarah’s morbid animal stories about cold animals and the temps they freeze at (?!?!) 6:55 - Feather talk: The one as long as a city bus! 11:37 - What feathers mean to woo woo Sarah. 12:56 - Segue MAGIC from Bobby 14:44 Sarah’s rants about tipping and how bi…

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AITA: Divorcing My Wife b/c She Lied About Her Fertility!! 1:02:03

1M ago1:02:03

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WELCOME TO THE FAM! THANKS FOR TAPPING IN WITH US AND WE DEFINITELY APPRECIATE THE COMPANY!! Hey Fam!! Y'all chime in for today's episode. We are diving into some of these savage relationships! These stories continue to remind me that everybody is always going through something! Y'all have to chime in and let us know your thoughts down below! I thi…

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Iceland’s Ox-Whale Terrified People For Centuries – Folklore Friday 11:36

2M ago11:36

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This is part of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing an Icelandic Folklore story every Friday in 2024. The upcoming story is based on a description of the Ox-Whale in the book “Meeting with Monsters – An Illustrated Guide to the Beasts of Iceland” by Jón Baldur Hlíðberg and Sigurður Ægisson. It is an awesome book and I highly recommend get…

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Laura H's Story 47:52

2M ago47:52

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Laura found out her half-siblings are her full siblings, and since finding out she was an NPE her family members have become distant. Resources Mentioned: Tickets still available for the Untangling our Roots Summit Apr 25-28, 2024 in Denver, CO NPE Stories Patreon NPE Stories facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NPEstories…

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Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland – Response Episode 2 31:30

2M ago31:30

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This is the second response episode for my new segment “Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland”. Thank you to everyone who sent in questions and if you would like to submit a question, you can do it here. 1. “What do Icelanders generally like and dislike about Americans?” – Garrett In general, I’d say that Icelanders don’t have a lot of dislikes when i…

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Aliens on Snæfellsjökull Glacier? – Folklore Friday 6:38

2M ago6:38

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This modern-day folklore mixes the supernatural with Iceland’s gorgeous landscape. It all starts with a man named Dillon, a Brit that had traveled to Iceland many times. One day he claims to have been contacted by aliens who told him to gather people in Iceland on November 5th, 1993 because they were going to be on Snæfellsjökull glacier that day. …

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The Expectation: If I am Buying You a Drink... You Owe Me a Conversation! 1:09:59

2M ago1:09:59

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Hey Fam!! Thank y'all for tapping in with us as always. This week's episodes cover a variable range of topics. We covered some of the trending news topics that include the controversial age-gap between prior tv reality star, Draya Michele from Basketball Wives and the huge Age Gap between her, and NBA player Jalen Green, and the Ban of Tik-Tok!! We…

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KaSheena's Story 53:28

2M ago53:28

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KaSheena took a DNA test to see what part of Africa her ancestors came from, but ended up finding a bunch of strangers show up in her DNA matches. KaSheena can be reached via email kasheena.winston@gmail.com Resources Mentioned: Tickets still available for the Untangling our Roots Summit Apr 25-28, 2024 in Denver, CO NPE Stories Patreon NPE Stories…

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Skriðuklaustur – A Hidden Monastery Discovered in East Iceland

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Today’s episode focuses on the historic site of Skriðuklaustur, which offers a captivating glimpse into Iceland’s rich Icelandic culture, history, and literature. This enchanting destination, nestled amidst the rugged beauty of the Icelandic landscape, serves as a bridge between the past and the present, inviting visitors to explore the layers of s…

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The Icelandic Midwife & the Elves – Folklore Friday 8:18

2M ago8:18

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This episode is part of my Folklore Friday series, where I am sharing fascinating stories from Icelandic folklore on Fridays throughout 2024. This week’s tale is about a talented human midwife who ends up with a special ability after helping some elves. Please note that there is a violent act shared in this story and you may not deem it appropriate…

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November in Iceland – Weather, Fun Activities, What to Pack & More

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Visiting Iceland in November offers a unique and enchanting experience, blending the majestic winter landscapes with the possibility of witnessing the magical Northern Lights. Previous Episodes About Months in Iceland January in Iceland February in Iceland March in Iceland April in Iceland May in Iceland June in Iceland July in Iceland August in Ic…

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Naustahvilft: The Troll Seat in the West Fjords – Folklore Friday 6:50

2M ago6:50

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A quick but fascinating Icelandic folklore tale about Naustahvilft. According to the legend, a troll was hurrying home to avoid being turned into stone by the sun that was going to rise soon. She was traveling quickly enough that she was ahead of schedule and was able to stop to rest. The area that she stopped is Ísafjörður, the fjord where the lar…

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Confession: Our Son Is Starting to Look Like the "Other" Man... 1:08:39

2M ago1:08:39

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What's good Fam! Happy Leap year Day!! Make sure you all are tapped in with this entire episode all the way to the end! Today is a special day giving we only get this day once every 4 years!! So, we made sure to go back in history on this to give some interesting facts. You don't want to miss our take on this episode's confession. Would you confess…

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Sue's Story 47:39

2M ago47:39

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Sue is an NPE that has a full sibling from her mother's affair with her birth father. Her research has uncovered other NPEs from her family as well, including her own mother. Resources Mentioned: Join us at the Untangling our Roots Summit Apr 25-28, 2024 in Denver, CO NPE Stories now has a new $3 donation tier on Patreon Sue can be reached via emai…

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Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland – Response Episode 1 32:49

3M ago32:49

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This is the first response episode for my new segment “Ask Jewells Anything About Iceland”. Thank you to everyone who sent in questions and if you would like to submit a question, you can do it here. Questions sent in from the listeners of the All Things Iceland Podcast 1. Can you please discuss some of the history of Ravens in Iceland. I was delig…

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Are We in Deep Trouble or Is There a Hidden Agenda? 1:13:13

3M ago1:13:13

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Hey Fam! Thank y'all as always for tuning in. We had some unfortunate turn of events happen in our house this past week, so we apologize for the gap in uploads. Today's episode covers both trending News, and Entertainment. Chime in as we continue to dive into some of our "behind closed doors" conversations on what we think and feel as it relates to…

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Is Hekla Volcano the Gateway to Hell in Iceland? – Folklore Friday 10:03

3M ago10:03

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For this episode of Folklore Friday we’re diving into the chilling tales and explosive history of Iceland’s very own Mount Hekla, often dubbed as the “Gateway to Hell”! Hekla Volcano’s Eruption Patterns & Destructive Past Our story begins in the year 1104, when Hekla made its grand entrance into the annals of volcanic history with a bang! Since the…

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Devin's Story 44:43

2M ago44:43

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Devin shares his NPE story of finding out he is the youngest of 23 children spanned over many decades. He believes he may still have siblings out there he has yet to meet. Devin can be reached via email devindavis2277@gmail.com or via instagram @dd_227 Resources Mentioned: Devin has shared his story previously on DNA Surprises NPE Stories Patreon N…

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((bite size)) #4 - Cyst-er Siblings 19:47

3M ago19:47

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Warning: this ep talks about gross body stuff. --Sarah talks about issues with her chest and how she willed herself to get better using the power of THINKING (woo-woo). --Bobby talks about his head wound in High School. --And if you listen until the end you will hear just how long ago this was recorded. (over a year and a half!?) Today BS stands fo…

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Will 2024 Be One of Iceland’s Busiest Tourism Years Ever? 14:30

3M ago14:30

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As of January 15th, 2024, Keflavík International Airport (KEF) has stated that they are gearing up to host a whopping 8.5 million passengers this year, making it one of their busiest years ever. Yep, you heard it right, this little volcanic island is becoming more of a hotspot than ever before! I know 8.5 million sounds like a lot, because it is, b…

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The Famous Trolls of Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach – Folklore Friday 6:41

3M ago6:41

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At the famous, beautiful, and dangerous Reynisfjara black sand beach there are three sea stacks clearly visible out in the ocean. They look as though they have popped up out of nowhere but there is a story behind their existence. Legend has it that two trolls were trying to pull a ship to shore during the middle of the night. However, they lost tra…

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October in Iceland – Weather, Fun Activities, What to Pack & More 17:17

3M ago17:17

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Visiting Iceland in October offers a unique and captivating experience, characterized by its transitional weather, diminished crowds, and the chance to witness the Northern Lights. Previous Episodes About Months in Iceland January in Iceland February in Iceland March in Iceland April in Iceland May in Iceland June in Iceland July in Iceland August …

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An Icelander’s Intimate Encounter with an Elf – Folklore Friday 8:03

3M ago8:03

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This particular episode is about Hallgerður Hallgrímsdóttir, who did an interesting interview with VICE back in 2016 about her intimate encounters. An important warning though is that she goes into some graphic details about her and an elf being intimate, as well as an anonymous account that she shares from someone else. It’s definitely out there. …

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Hot Trending News: The Border Crisis, Trouble in Paradise, NYC Crime, WoMEN Sports + More!! | Ep.28 1:00:13

3M ago1:00:13

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In Today's episode we're diving into some of the hot trending news topics buzzing across social media! Let's talk about it... From the Border crisis, TSA ID requirements, Traveling Trauma, Men intruding Women Sports, Crime in NY, and much more. Y'all have to tune in for this episode and give us your input, feedback and thoughts down below... WELCOM…

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An Early Morning Volcanic Eruption Cuts Off Hot Water 9:13

3M ago9:13

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In the early hours of February 8th, a volcanic eruption north of Grindavik, not far from the famed Blue Lagoon, marked the third eruption since December, igniting concerns among locals and authorities. With the eruption’s intensity waning by the evening, experts from the Icelandic Met Office suggest this latest upheaval might be fizzling out. Yet, …

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Hallgrímskirkja Church: Reykjavík’s Iconic Architectural Marvel 16:49

3M ago16:49

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One of Iceland’s most iconic and breathtaking landmarks is Hallgrímskirkja church. This isn’t just any church; it’s a symbol of Icelandic identity, a fusion of history, and a beautiful architectural design that speaks volumes about the island’s unique character. Later on, in my random fact of the episode, I share who this church is named after. Ask…

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AJ's Story 1:08:00

3M ago1:08:00

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After being abandoned by his mother at 6 months old, AJ moved to a rural area with the man everyone thought was his father. His whole life, he never knew that the missing pieces he felt were not just because of his mother's absence. Through death, loss and shock AJ has navigated his life purposefully and arrived at a place that he is very grateful …

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