Best Marilyn Ball Podcasts (2024)

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Jamie Fraley's disappearance 49:50

43m ago49:50

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On April 8, 2008, Jamie Fraley, 22, from Gastonia, North Carolina, told a friend she was heading to the hospital for the third time in 24 hours due to a stomach flu. She mentioned someone was picking her up, but never identified them. Fraley never arrived at the hospital, and her cellphone was later found with no useful leads. Investigators initial…

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What happened to Paulette Gebara? 54:54

27m ago54:54

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Paulette Gebara Farah, a four-year-old disabled Mexican girl, disappeared from her bedroom on March 22, 2010, prompting her family to launch a widespread search campaign. Her body was discovered nine days later, on March 31, wrapped in sheets between the mattress and the foot of her bed, despite extensive searches by various agencies and search dog…

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Travel Tips For Active Adults And Exciting Updates From The Asheville Regional Airport 47:16

2h ago47:16

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Being a savvy traveler is crucial to ensure safety, comfort, and the best experiences during your travels. What if you could transform your post-retirement years into a journey full of adventure and fulfillment? Join us as we uncover the vibrant world of travel for older adults in this enlightening episode of Speaking of Travel. Our guest, Betsy O'…

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The Keddie Cabin Killings 42:31

2d ago42:31

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The Keddie murders are an unsolved quadruple homicide that occurred on the night of April 11-12, 1981, in Keddie, California. The victims, Sue Sharp, her son John Sharp, her daughter Tina Sharp, and John's friend Dana Wingate, were brutally killed in house No. 28 of the Keddie Resort. Sue, John, and Dana's bodies were discovered by Sue's 14-year-ol…

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LEAF Global Arts Announces New Blues Festival And Lucho Serapio Shares Multicultural Platform 48:17

6d ago48:17

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Speaking of Travel continues the LEAF Global Arts Series with Melissa McKinney, International Blues Star, LEAF teaching artist, and member of the popular band, Mama and the Ruckus, and Lucho Serapio of Asheville Multicultural. Melissa curated the artist lineup for the Black Mountain Blues inaugural festival taking place in downtown Black Mountain, …

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Katheryne Eggleston: Portland’s Unsolved Mystery 46:01

4d ago46:01

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Katheryne Scott Eggleston, a recent graduate of Oregon State University and employee at Allnet, a telecommunications company, disappeared under mysterious circumstances in Portland, Oregon on August 2, 1993. After attending a business meeting at the Port of Portland building, she was last seen in the company of an unknown man. Her unlocked car, con…

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Experience The Artistic Wonder Of Provence And Escape Into Nature On The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad 50:43

5d ago50:43

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Traveling helps you make your everyday life less boring. Travel experiences ultimately become your passions. So why not try new things and get out and explore the world? On this episode of Speaking of Travel, Josie Vosoba, founder of Lavender and Vine, a business running small-group tours to France, is an artist who loves landscapes and botanical t…

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What happened to Marilyn Bergeron 51:02

18d ago51:02

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Marilyn Bergeron, 24, left her family’s Quebec City home on the morning of February 17, 2008, for a walk and did not return. She was recorded on an ATM camera in Loretteville and last seen at a coffee shop in Saint-Romuald that afternoon. Despite numerous unconfirmed sightings, including in Ontario, Quebec City police theorize she may have committe…

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Liz Galloway Is A Rock Star Travel Enthusiast And Storyteller Creating Meaning Through Transformation 49:08

13d ago49:08

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With a background in spa, wellness, marketing and business development, Liz Galloway has a rich history in international travel, tourism, and adventure spanning 20 years. Liz shares how her adventure-driven passion and determination has led to a transformation in her continued success in life and social change. And Liz shares how her love of creati…

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Des Walsh was last seen at a nightclub 43:18

19d ago43:18

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Des Walsh, a 25-year-old Irishman and Dell security guard, vanished on September 18, 1999, after leaving a Limerick nightclub. His last sighting was at 2:30 am by friends. Despite extensive searches, he remains missing. Strangely, two other Dell security guards, Matthew Carroll and Gussie Shanahan, also disappeared under mysterious circumstances wi…

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Speaking of Travel + Leave No Trace TV Series with Richard Crawford Featuring Darren Edwards, Disabled Adventurer, Author, And Motivational Speaker 48:12

27d ago48:12

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The Speaking of Travel + Leave No Trace TV Series with Richard Crawford, host of the popular TV series, Leave No Trace TV, continues with insights on conservation, sustainable travel, eco-tourism, and accessibility. Special guest Darren Edwards, a disabled adventurer, author, and motivational speaker, shares lessons he’s learned from facing the unk…

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Kristen Modafferi disappeared after work 43:53

25d ago43:53

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Kristen Modafferi, an 18-year-old from North Carolina, disappeared on June 23, 1997, after finishing her shift at Spinelli's coffee shop in San Francisco’s Crocker Galleria Mall. Having moved to Oakland just 23 days earlier, she intended to start summer photography classes at UC Berkeley. Witnesses last saw her with an unidentified blonde woman. Co…

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World Traveler & Wellness Guru Rikimah Glymph Follows Her Heart And Life After Walking The Appalachian Trail With Hiker & Author Gary Sizer 52:00

26d ago52:00

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Rikimah Glymph is a world traveler, a wellness guru, and she puts together exceptional travel experiences. She shares how her work with people of all backgrounds helps identify challenges to think outside of their comfort zones. Rikimah has traveled alone to over 120 countries (72 of those countries with her son), and hosts wellness retreats and lo…

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People claim that Ball Cemetery is haunted 24:30

30d ago24:30

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Ball Cemetery, located 15 minutes south of Springfield, Nebraska - in a rural area just north of the Platte river - is claimed to be the most haunted location in the state of Nebraska. First established in the 19th century by pioneers and still privately owned by the Ball family, this cemetery is not just a resting place for the departed, but a hot…

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Speaking of Travel LIVE At LEAF Global Arts Retreat 47:44

1M ago47:44

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Eleanor Roosevelt once said, "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." Today I am living my dream of taking Speaking of Travel live with three amazing world- changing guests at the LEAF Global Arts Retreat. LEAF Global Arts plays a significant role in fostering community and over the years has become an essential role…

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Crafted By Juniper Creates Adventures In Western North Carolina And Asheville Regional Airport Update 47:14

1M ago47:14

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There is always a proud sense of community that you find in small towns and communities in our country. And in the North Carolina Mountains, you can add to that something downright magical. Great people, incredible food, and Southern Hospitality to make you all feel like you’re home. People here love to roll out the welcome mat. Meet Summer Stipe, …

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Travel To Cuba With Vanessa K. Harper And Support The Cuban People 46:24

1M ago46:24

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Vanessa K. Harper runs Travel Cuba With Us, a tour company specializing in ethical traveler tours and yoga retreats to directly support the Cuban people. Vanessa is also a founder of a nonprofit organization, Support The Cuban People, prioritizing food and medicine aid to individuals in need, apolitical academic engagement, and micro-grant support …

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The Markley's: A Family Mystery 26:24

1M ago26:24

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On December 15th, 1995, the Markley children came home to find their parents, John and Shelly, mysteriously missing. The house was unlocked, the coffee pot was still on, and important documents were scattered. Their father’s 1978 Corvette was uncovered, and the couple’s checkbook was gone. Despite a frantic search, the children would never see thei…

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Who is responsible for Jaylen Griffin's death? 20:40

1M ago20:40

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On August 4th, 2020, 12 year old Jaylen Griffin of Buffalo New York told his mother that he was going to a nearby convenience store. He left his house, which was located in the Central Terminal area of the city, and did not return home. Jaylen's whereabouts were unknown for almost four years, until his body was found in April of 2024. A maintenance…

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Travel Strategies For Spectrum And Special Needs Families And Asheville Regional Airport Update 48:27

1M ago48:27

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Traveling with children is always challenging, but for parents of children on the autism spectrum and/or those who have mood and attention disorders, it can be especially intimidating. Dawn M. Barclay wrote Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse as the essential resource to make the…

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Travel Writer Nan K. Chase Traces Four Decades Of Heartwarming Travel Storytelling 46:56

2M ago46:56

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During a 40-year freelance career, Nan K. Chase has written about French Catalonia, urban wilderness in San Francisco, hunting for gemstones in North Carolina, and dozens of other off-beat topics and destinations. Nan shares how she became a travel writer and what it was like before computers, the Internet, and plastic diapers. And find out how her…

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What Happened to Lisa Young at This Party? 41:28

2M ago41:28

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On June 30, 2002, 21-year-old Lisa Marie Young vanished after a night out in Nanaimo, British Columbia. She was last seen accepting a ride to a fast-food restaurant from a man she met earlier at a nightclub. Despite ongoing investigations and numerous searches, Lisa has never been found, and her disappearance remains a chilling mystery, suspected t…

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Where Did The Millbrook Twins Go? 51:11

2M ago51:11

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On March 18, 1990, 15-year-old fraternal twins Dannette and Jeannette Millbrook mysteriously vanished in Augusta, Georgia. Last seen at a local gas station after a series of strange events, including being followed by a man in a van, the twins' sudden disappearance has baffled investigators and haunted their family for over three decades. What happ…

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Traveling Inward With Deanna Jannuzzi And Finding Wisdom With Adam Laufer and Erin Everett 52:23

2M ago52:23

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Deanna Jannuzzi is an Initiated Priestess in the Lineage of the Alchemical Rose, a Somatic Practitioner, and Soul Awakening Coach. Deana facilitates retreats, rituals, and ceremonies around the world. Weaving in Transcendental Breathwork, Sound Healing, Personal Sovereignty and Empowerment, Shadow Integration, Sexual Reclamation, Consent Culture, a…

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Who Was William L. Toomey? 57:40

2M ago57:40

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A man using the name “William L. Toomey” was found dead on December 4, 1982, in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Boise, Idaho. This man has never been identified and it’s believed that the name he used “William L. Toomey” was not his real name. An autopsy later revealed that the man had died from ingesting a lethal dose of cyanide via a cyanide …

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Strengthening Community With Justin Belleme And Understanding The Aviation World With Tina Kinsey 50:51

2M ago50:51

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Justin Belleme, owner and founder of JB Media Group and publisher of Romantic Asheville, shares how working with local entrepreneurs in the community and supporting organizations he believes in helps them achieve their vision. Justin is a travel industry leader and provides strategic direction and expertise in the travel and tourism industry, and i…

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French Broad River Academy Provides An Experiential Educational Program For Middle School Students 49:46

2M ago49:46

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Did you know middle school students who explored nature and took part in outdoor activities like climbing, canoeing, skiing and hiking, displayed improvements in social skills, resilience, and creativity? Situated on the banks of the French Broad River in Asheville, NC, is a school that provides middle-schoolers with an educational experience that …

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LEAF Global Arts Highlights World Changers Standing Up And Ready To Make A Difference 48:03

2M ago48:03

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Speaking of Travel continues the LEAF Global Arts Series with LEAF Co-Executive Director Erinn Hartley. Erinn shares how her unique LEAF journey began and how she arrived where she is today within the organization. LEAF Global Arts plays a significant role in fostering a sense of community and cultural identity and Erinn shares how over the years L…

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Week Night Pod - The Springfield Three Mystery 57:57

2M ago57:57

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On June 7, 1992, 18-year-old Stacy McCall, 19-year-old Suzanne Streeter, and Suzanne’s mother, 47-year-old Sherrill Levitt, disappeared from their home in Springfield, Missouri. The night before, after attending a graduation party, Stacy and Suzanne changed plans several times, ultimately deciding to spend the night at Suzanne’s house. When friends…

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Glenis Redmond Is A Poetic Fire-Starter And The First Poet Laureate of Greenville, South Carolina 52:16

2M ago52:16

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Poet Glenis Redmond has learned to receive beauty without hesitation. Being diagnosed with cancer and amid COVID, she came up with the idea to visit South Carolina's State Parks with her grandson as a life-affirming way for them both to share this poetic journey. Her new book, “The Song of Everything: A Poet's Exploration of South Carolina State Pa…

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Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas And Wilderness Survival Expert Frank Grindrod 51:11

2M ago51:11

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Afro-Latino Travels with Kim Haas is the groundbreaking television series dedicated to uncovering the vibrant Afro-Latino culture across Latin America. Host, founder, and executive producer, Kim Haas, shares how her series allow viewers to discover a smaller group within the Black community. Kim explains how showcasing Afro-Latino communities throu…

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Weeknight Mysteries Podcast - David Schultz 34:15

2M ago34:15

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On the evening of November 20, 2023 David left his family home in Wall Lake, Iowa, to go to work. He was scheduled to pick up a load of pigs in Eagle Grove, Iowa, and then deliver them to Sac City, Iowa. Unfortunately, David never made it to his destination site. On the morning of November 21, 2023, his wife, Sarah, was informed that David never ma…

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Speaking of Travel And Leave No Trace TV Series Spotlights Conservation And Sustainable Travel 48:45

2M ago48:45

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The Speaking of Travel And Leave No Trace TV series continues with host Richard Crawford, our ambassador to the bigger world. Ricky shares where to watch Season One of Leave No Trace TV and gives an update on Season Two and when the first episodes will be coming out. Also, Ricky highlights inspiring stories from around the world where good things a…

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Weeknight Mysteries Podcast - Branson Perry's Disappearance 1:03:25

2M ago1:03:25

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Branson Perry, a 20-year-old resident of Skidmore, Missouri, vanished under mysterious circumstances on April 11, 2001, from his home at 304 West Oak Street. Born and raised in Skidmore, Perry was a high school graduate who worked various odd jobs in the area. On the day he vanished, Perry invited a friend, Jena, over to help clean the house for hi…

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The Timeless Wisdom Of The Tao Te Ching Interpreted For Today’s World Of Podcasting 53:49

3M ago53:49

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Author Charlie Birney, Chief Listening Officer at his company, Podville Media in Washington, DC, wrote his new book The Tao of Podcasting: An Interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, as a meditation on the purpose of podcasting. Charlie shares how the book serves as a guide to growth and transformation that can be directly applicable to podcasting. Writ…

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Weeknight Mysteries - Jodi Huisentruit Disappearance 1:10:55

3M ago1:10:55

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Jodi Huisentruit, a news anchor in Mason City, Iowa, disappeared on June 27, 1995, after oversleeping and failing to report to work. Signs of a struggle near her apartment sparked a widespread investigation, but no concrete leads were established. Suspects like John Vansice and Tony Jackson have been scrutinized, but the case remains unsolved, leav…

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Chef William Dissen Transforms Culinary Arts And Asheville Regional Airport Update With Tina Kinsey 47:41

3M ago47:41

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Sustainable Chef William Dissen, owner of The Market Place Restaurant in Asheville, NC, shares how his passion for building sustainable food systems, his love of hospitality, and serving in the American Chef Corps for the US State Department, has taken him around the world to promote American food culture and sustainability practices. The Market Pl…

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UNC Asheville Study Abroad Program Provides Impactful And Rewarding Learning Opportunities 44:51

3M ago44:51

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There are many reasons to study abroad. At UNC Asheville, Laura Dobson, Director of the Study Abroad program, along with Study Aboard faculty member Anne Slatton, and Study Abroad students, Emma and Adrien, shares the importance, and benefits, of study abroad opportunities. Discover how UNCA diversifies participation in the Study Abroad program by …

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Weeknight Mysteries - Bélmez Faces 42:11

3M ago42:11

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In the summer of August 1971, in the town of Bélmez de la Moraleda nestled in the Andalusian region of Spain, a peculiar phenomenon unfolded within the Pereira family's household. María Gómez Cámara engrossed in her daily chores, noticed an ominous stain on the kitchen floor, as days passed, the stain seemed to morph into a face. Over the years, th…

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A Passion For Birds And Wildlife Conservation Leads Charlie Thomas To Islands All Over The World 50:45

3M ago50:45

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Charlie Thomas is an artist and environmentalist based on Waiheke Island, New Zealand. With a strong connection to the ocean and all its inhabitants, Charlie shares how his passion is creating a life of stewardship, leadership, and traveling. Charlie spent his summer holidays on Great Barrier Island and has worked full-time in wildlife conservation…

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Unpack Your Personality With Nina Zapala And Why Hospitality Matters With Andy McNeill 49:09

3M ago49:09

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Author and travel professional Nina Zapala shares why she is dedicated to helping people create a personalized, transformative roadmap for self-discovery. Her trailblazing personality paradigm encourages self-awareness through spiritually focused typing. Nina's typology is the keystone of her debut book, “Unpack Your Personality: Let Your Inner Gui…

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Sally Cheong's Disappearance 47:01

3M ago47:01

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Sally Cheong, born in 1985, lived in suburban Melbourne, Australia with her parents, grandparents, and four younger siblings, she worked at her family's Asian wholesale food business. Just a few months before her disappearance Sally had returned home from Beijing, China where she spent a year studying. On the night of her disappearance, her bedroom…

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Tyler Davis is Missing 47:07

3M ago47:07

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On February 24, 2019, Tyler Davis was last seen in Columbus, Ohio, celebrating his wife Brittany's birthday at the Hilton Hotel in Easton Town Center. Alongside another friend the trio spent the evening drinking and visiting bars and clubs. After the group returned to the hotel, Tyler decided to go on a walk, Brittany was able to contact Tyler a co…

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Transformational Travel Leads To Inner Discovery And The Asheville Regional Airport Update 48:32

4M ago48:32

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Sarah Benoit is a digital marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and educator. She is also the co-founder and acting lead instructor of the JB Media Institute. And she is a passionate traveler. Sarah shares how traveling can be a way to deepen your intimacy, connection, and understanding of the people you love. And she explains why sometimes she trave…

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Strange Disappearance of Randa Jawhari 49:26

3M ago49:26

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Randa Jawhari, a woman from Fenton, Genesee County, Michigan, went missing on February 10th, 2009, under mysterious circumstances. She was last heard from when speaking to her sister on the phone in her apartment. The next day when her mother came by to check up on her she was gone. Randa's abrupt disappearance alarmed her family, who had been in r…

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Disappearance of 8 year old Cherrie Mahan 57:39

3M ago57:39

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Cherrie Mahan, an eight-year-old third-grade student from Winfield Township in Butler County, Pennsylvania vanished on Friday 22, 1985. Cherrie was last seen as she got off her school bus to walk home, her home was only 150 yards away from the bus stop. Cherrie never got back home that day and has been missing ever since. Witnesses reported seeing …

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The Virtual Garden Club With Margaret Roach & Ken Druse And Mark Collins From RomanticAsheville.com 46:27

4M ago46:27

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Margaret Roach and Ken Druse are gardeners and writers offering up online courses on all things gardening. Margaret and Ken share how The Virtual Garden Club began and how they put together these programs to provide advice, encouragement, and camaraderie, along with answers to your gardening questions! Margaret is a longtime garden writer and creat…

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Disappearance of Tonya Whipp 43:00

4M ago43:00

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Tonya Whipp, a 38-year-old woman from Auburndale, central Florida, has been missing since early June 2023. Described as a white female standing approximately 5'7" with light brown hair, Tonya was last known to be living with her boyfriend, Russell Caroll, and his brother, Preston, on Caroline Avenue. Despite her disappearance, it wasn't until a mon…

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LEAF Global Arts Inspires, Brings People Together, And Breaks Down Cultural Barriers 48:19

4M ago48:19

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In 1995, LEAF Global Arts began as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Their mission... to connect cultures and create community through music, arts education, and experiences, and to cultivate curiosity, preserve cultures and promote global understanding. An organization like LEAF plays a significant role in fostering a sense of community and cul…

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The Perfect Interactive Map For Travelers And An Update From The Asheville Regional Airport 46:03

4M ago46:03

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I recently read a study showing how researchers have found that when we look at maps, our brains are activated in different ways, creating this unique and enjoyable experience. Enter the future. Today, there are ways to look and interact with maps we could never have dreamed of even just a few years back. AJ Brau is CEO of Wandermap, a map solution…

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