Far East Travels-Inspired by Rick Steves, Lonely Planet, Anthony Bourdain and National Geographic.-Informative, enlightening, entertaining. Let John Saboe take you on journeys filled with spiritual celebrations and rituals, ancient festivals thrilling wildlife safaris, trekking and climbing quests and a vast array of food cultures. Learn about cultural differences, village life, urban exploration, street food, history and architecture in places like Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Nepal, India, Kor ...
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The Explorers Podcast is about the greatest explorers and explorations in history. On the Explorers Podcast, the explorers we cover include Ernest Shackleton, Ibn Battuta, Roald Amundsen, Frederick Cook, Adrien de Gerlache, John McDouall Stuart, Francisco Vazquez de Coronado, Matt Rutherford, Jacques Marquette, Louis Jolliet, James Cook, Abel Tasman, Alice Morrison, Fridtjof Nansen, Yuri Gagarin, Jacques Cartier, Richard Francis Burton, Teddy Roosevelt, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, James Beckwou ...
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Learning through one story at a time. Conversations with global women on their lives through a lens of travel, culture, career and lessons. // Join host Carrie A. Mitchell with a special Travel Oracles guest as they reminisce about impactful moments, unique perspectives and amusing adventures near and far. Soon: New video series!
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Distance can be a major barrier to accessing quality healthcare in a timely manner. For patients, access to air transportation can make all the difference in getting the treatment they need. However, flights can be expensive, and putting off medical care because of costs can put you or your loved ones at risk. That's where Angel Flight East comes in. Welcome to Take Off Talk with Angel Flight East, a nonprofit dedicated to facilitating free air transportation for children and adults with med ...
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His Holiness Sivarama Swami is a senior monk and spiritual teacher of the devotional path (Bhakti yoga), a 5000 year old spiritual tradition emerging from ancient India. He is the author of over 15 books which elucidate the teachings of Bhakti further and is the inspirer behind the world-renowned Krishna Valley community in Hungary; a self-sustained eco-village founded on the principles of ' simple living & high thinking '. Born Peter Letai, to an upper-class Jewish family in Budapest in 194 ...
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His Holiness Sivarama Swami is a senior monk and spiritual teacher of the devotional path ( Bhakti yoga ), a 5000 year old spiritual tradition emerging from ancient India. He is the author of over 15 books which elucidate the teachings of Bhakti further and is the inspirer behind the world-renowned Krishna Valley community in Hungary; a self-sustained eco-village founded on the principles of ' simple living & high thinking '. Born Peter Letai, to an upper-class Jewish family in Budapest in 1 ...
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I am back after a much too long hiatus from the podcast! In this episode I run through what it takes currently to stay long term in Danang, Vietnam. I am meeting more people everyday who are deciding to come here and either retire or live long term. But is it right for you? In this episode I review the current rules involved in securing evisas for …
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Daniel Boone - Part 5 - Missouri and final years
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In the final part of our series on American frontiersman Daniel Boone, we take him through his final years in Kentucky - where he was a surveyor, innkeeper and many other things. But the largest part of this episode will cover Boone's final two decades, where he lived on the frontier of Missouri. This includes expeditions and adventures - some last…
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Part 4 of our series takes through the frontier wars that took place during the American Revolution from 1778-1783. This will include the Siege of Boonesborough and the disastrous Battle of Blue Licks - in which Boone would lose another son. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising o…
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Flying With Skybound Hope With Passenger Taylor Conner
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Traveling with a sick child can be daunting, but for Taylor Conner, mom to Kendall battling a rare disease, it was nearly impossible. Taylor joins Jess Ames and Maddy Beck to share her heartfelt appreciation for the Angel Flight experience. She discusses how this vital service helped Kendall, who battles mitochondrial disease, travel safely to rece…
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Open Your Home With Hosts For Hospitals With Cathy Davis
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Have you ever considered opening your home to someone in need? In today's episode on Take Off Talk, Maddy and Jess chat with Cathy Davis, the heart and soul behind Host for Hospitals, a local non-profit providing a lifeline for patients and families facing medical challenges. Listen and discover how Host for Hospitals offers a unique alternative to…
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Daniel Boone - Part 3 - The American Revolution
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In part 3 of our series, Daniel Boone and the settlers of Kentucky struggle to survive in the early years of the American Revolution. Boonesborough will withstand many attacks. Also, Boone's own daughter will be kidnapped - making for one of the most dramatic events in Boone's life. We will wrap up with Boone's capture of the Shawnee in 1778. The E…
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Lifting Spirits & Soaring Skies With Volunteer Pilot Luis Quinones
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Ready to soar beyond the clouds? In this episode, Maddy Beck and Jess Ames welcome Volunteer Pilot Luis Quinones, an aviator with a heartwarming story and a love for the skies. With nearly a decade of flying under his belt, Luis shares his unique journey from helicopter beginnings to his current adventures in his upgraded Mooney M20J. But it's not …
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In part 2 of our series, Daniel Boone becomes a woodsmen of legend as he comes to know Kentucky like no man. In the process, he will identify the Cumberland Gap - one of the great mountain passes in American history - and establish the first European settlement in Kentucky - Boonesborough. In the process, he will lose his eldest son in the never-en…
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From Undiagnosed To Advocate: Erika Liess’ Fight With Chiari
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Have you ever been dismissed by a doctor and ended up having a serious medical condition? Erika Liess’ story is all too common. She shares her experience with Chiari malformation, the frustrating journey to get diagnosed, and the amazing support she found online and with Angel Flight East. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt …
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In the first part of our series on American pioneer Daniel Boone, we look at his early life, including his years growing up on the North Carolina frontier, his time in the French and Indian War, and his first excursions over the Appalachian Mountains. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in adv…
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Guiding Angels: Jonathan’s Mission With Grace Healthcare Services
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Facing end-of-life care can be a daunting experience, but Jess Ames and Maddy Beck are here to shed light on the support available. Joining them today is Jonathan, a Mission Support Coordinator from Grace Healthcare Services, to discuss the comforting embrace of hospice care. Jonathan recounts the challenges of navigating the healthcare system to f…
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In the second - and final - part of our series on Florentine explorer Amerigo Vespucci, we look at his third voyage, touch on his 'fourth' voyage, and then discuss his legacy - including how his name became attached to two continents. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the E…
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In part 1 of 2, we take a look at the early years of Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci, including his younger years in Florence. We then explain how he got into the business of exploration, and examine the first two voyages attributed to the man. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertis…
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Estêvão Cacella and João Cabral and the First Explorations of the Himalayas including Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet
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In 1626, Father Estêvão Cacella and his assistant, Father João Cabral, set out from the region of Bengal and into the Himalayan mountains. The two Jesuit missionaries would become the first Europeans to reach the kingdoms of Bhutan, Nepal and parts of Tibet. In the process, they would provide the world with the oldest and most detailed look at Bhut…
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Jules Dumont d'Urville - Part 7 - the second voyage of the Astrolabe: Return to Antarctica
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In the final chapter of our series on Jules Dumont d'Urville, the Astrolabe and the Zelee return to Antarctica, before making a long voyage home to France. We wrap up with the tragic death of d'Urville and his family, plus a look at the man's legacy. Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/ Daring …
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Jules Dumont d'Urville - Part 6 - the second voyage of the Astrolabe: the Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia
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d'Urville and his two ships sail from South America to Polynesia. On the agenda for this episode is Tahiti, Guam, Tonga, the Philippines, Batavia, New Guinea, Singapore, and Australia. Despite illnesses depleting the ranks of the expedition, the Astrolabe and the Zelee will finish up in Tasmania as they prepare for another voyage to Antarctica. Dar…
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Jules Dumont d'Urville - Part 5 - the second voyage of the Astrolabe: Antarctica
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In part 5 of our series, d'Urville leads two ships - including the Astrolabe - on a circumnavigation of the world. The first stops on the agenda are the Strait of Magellan and Antarctica. Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/ Daring French Explorations by Hubert Sagnières on Instagrams (see amaz…
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Lisa Salberg, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association
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The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association (HCMA) is a leading organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). The organization has served the HCM Spectrum Disorder Community since 1996. In this episode, Lisa Salberg, the Founder and CEO of HCMA, talks about the steps she takes to reach patients with…
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Jules Dumont d'Urville - Part 4 - the first voyage of the Astrolabe (continued)
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In part four of our series, d'Urville takes the Astrolabe through islands of the Pacific, and goes in search of the lost expedition of Jean François de Galaup Lapérouse. On his return to France, he will play a small role in the Revolution of 1830. Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/ Daring Fre…
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In times of adversity, the strength of community emerges as a beacon of hope, reminding us of the significance of reaching out for help. In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the profound impact of Angel Flight with guest Shannon Sinico, who shares her personal journey battling a brain tumor and the invaluable support she received from the organ…
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Jules Dumont d'Urville - Part 3 - the first voyage of the Astrolabe
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Jules Dumont d'Urville returns to the South Pacific about the Astrolabe. In this episode, we explore Australia, New Zealand and the Tongan Islands. The ship will - multiple times - find itself stuck on reefs. The episode will end with d'Urville bombarding the Tongans after seize numerous hostages in hope of obtaining French weapons, supplies and mi…
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To represent the mood of one’s guru does a counsellor also need to be his disciple?
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Find more information on this subject here.By Sivarama Swami
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Find more information on this subject here.By Sivarama Swami
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Jules Dumont d'Urville - Part 2 - Coquille Expedition
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In 1822, d'Urville set off on his first epic voyage - a three year expedition around the world as the 2nd-in-command of the Coquille. The voyage will take him to the Falkland Islands, South America, Tahiti, Australia, New Zealand and more. Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/ Daring French Expl…
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