Best Noah Mulgrew Podcasts (2024)

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Walden (Part 2) - At the Pond 31:02

7h ago31:02

31:02

Two years. Two months. Two days. This is the time spent by David Henry Thoreau along the shores of Walden Pond. We now look into his self-proclaimed “experiment in living simply” and ask ourselves two short questions: What exactly did Thoreau do during this time? And maybe more importantly, what did he hope to accomplish while residing at his fable…

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Van Life Diaries - On Location Recordings - Behind the Scenes 13:10

12d ago13:10

13:10

Today we listen to untouched "on location" recordings. We break down everything that goes into recording (sometimes re-recording), editing, and reflecting upon each documentation that later is featured in episodes of Backroad Odyssey. As always, we’ll also take listener questions at the end, which include: Do you have any Stories from the road that…

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Detour - Matȟó Thípila (Devils Tower) 19:55

18d ago19:55

19:55

Rising out of a relatively flat sea of prairie in North East Wyoming, "Devils Tower" - is - to put it lightly - undeniably unique. Noodles and I explore its peculiar plentitude of pillar-like features which baffle geologists attempting to decipher The Towers exact origins. The site remains significant in stories and spiritual traditions of the Crow…

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Van Life Diaries - CAMPING! Paid, Dispersed and Stealth 16:39

23d ago16:39

16:39

Today we explore three methods for staying nights in your van - as well as dive into WHEN each method might be necessary. Learning how, when and where to camp on the road is essential in happily and safely living from your van. So let's dive into it, shall we? As always, we’ll also take listener questions at the end… which include: What are some go…

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Walden (Part 1) - Before the Pond 21:38

1M ago21:38

21:38

Walden Pond - just 22 miles away from Boston Common - has become synonymous with solitude, retreat and thoughtful reflection. Henry David Thoreau famously builds a log cabin along its shore and describes the assertive tranquility of the water and surrounding area as “Lower Heaven.” It’s here where the Thoreau pens the now classic work, Walden It’s …

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Van Life Diaries - Anxiety on the Road 13:20

1M ago13:20

13:20

Anxiety can be heightened, suppressed, multiplied, or straight up non-existent on the road… I’ve lived with anxiety WELL before I hit the road - so are some stories and reflections from living with that anxiety while living in a van. The positive, negative and everything in between. As always, we’ll also take listener questions at the end, which in…

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U-TURN! - Back Through the Fairy Door 14:59

2M ago14:59

14:59

Today we dive into both oral and written Fairy Tales inspired by our last episode on The Fairy Door in Minneapolis. - For a large portion of history, Tales and fables were passed down - not in writing - but through the spoken word …. Changing inevitably and often irreversibly with each retelling. A story might be tweaked to satisfy a particularly d…

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Van Life Diaries - Safety on the Road 9:44

2M ago9:44

9:44

SAFTEY FIRST! :) Van life can be freeing, relaxing, and forever memorable but it doesn't come without risks. Today we explore methods I've found - after two years on the road - effective in making you feel safe and comfortable as you travel America's highways and byways in your moveable home. As always, we'll take lister questions - which include: …

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Detour - Through The Fairy Door : A History 21:34

2M ago21:34

21:34

Just north of Minneapolis, Minnesota lies a well-kept wooden door at the base of a large tree. Those passing by leave notes, sweets and various presents as offerings. For what - or rather, for who - is an interesting story. A tale of magic, tradition and culture that transcends living memory. Join us as we travel THROUGH THE FAIRY DOOR! Works Cited…

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Van Life Diaries - Research Behind the Show 13:19

2M ago13:19

13:19

Today's topic - RESEARCH! A lot of research goes into each episode; today we explore the process we use to ensure each episode is accurate, detailed and thoughtfully written. We'll talk .... 1. Primary Sources 2. Academic Articles and Books 3. Alternative Opinions and Personal Experience ... each is used for every episode you listen to ... For the …

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Secrets of the Civil War (Part 3) 34:15

2M ago34:15

34:15

Robert E Lee and his Army of Northern Virginia press onwards … Marching confidently into Southern Pennsylvania after a string of Confederate victories. Talk of independence circulates among the southern troops … a shared belief solidifies - this march north will solidify Southern independence. Meanwhile, Northern hopes to preserve the union remain …

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Van Life Diaries - Top 5 Taprooms 15:38

2M ago15:38

15:38

Throughout my travels I’ve interviewed over 100 taprooms across the nation. With that said, I want to share my personal TOP 5 TAPROOMS along with what makes each of them so special. Here’s the criteria : They have to make beer You have to be able to drink at location And - most importantly - the people have to be nice. I also consider location, com…

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Detour - The Singing Tower 15:59

2M ago15:59

15:59

A symphony of bells play hypnotic melodies … Harmonies and compositions sound out daily in the small town of Lake Wales in Central Florida. The peculiar source of the music - a grandiose marble-lined pillar affectionately named ‘ The Singing Tower” - is as wonderful as it is unexpected. The story behind it’s construction, however, is yet more inter…

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Van Life Diaries - "Real" Van Life 6:58

3M ago6:58

6:58

Not everyday is perfect when you live in a van ... You’ve likely run into the classic “coffee-pour” video made by people living in vans - stepping out to unveil STUNNING locations as they open the doors of their van. This is - to put it lightly - not always the case. Here are the top three things I've found to NOT be STUNNING while living in a van.…

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Secrets of the Civil War (Part 2) 15:22

3M ago15:22

15:22

The story continues ... Two men, shaped by their opposing upbringings and lived experience, write about the pivotal conflict of the Civil War from opposing sides. We examine differences in outlook and writing styles that insight into both men as well as the larger forces behind the war itself. Works Cited: Gettysburg : The Confederate and Union Vie…

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Van Life Diaries - 3 Essential History Podcast (Series) 9:17

3M ago9:17

9:17

Tired of searching for the best - most comprehensive and entertaining - historical podcast series?! No worries - we did the work for you! Today we cut through the weeds of endless podcast episodes and share the top three history series within podcasts. We answer listener questions, which include: What do you say to people who insist on the importan…

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Secrets of the Civil War (Part 1) 23:46

3M ago23:46

23:46

No single account of the Civil War can adequately tell the entire story; its causes, challenges, and societal impact are - to put it mildly - complicated. However, firsthand narratives of the war's great battles, daily struggles and accompanying frustrations provide a snapshot - a partial lens from which we can attempt to better understand the enti…

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Van Life Diaries - Behind the Show's Music 12:48

3M ago12:48

12:48

We meet the composer behind our theme song, pull up clips while having fun with music and answer listener questions - which include: Is Jesse James worth looking into? He was not a good person. How many people were at the healing springs when you were there? How long did it take you to find the right setup for your podcast? Could someone actually l…

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Lucy the Elephant - America's Oldest Roadside Attraction 18:22

3M ago18:22

18:22

Lucy the Elephant has loomed over the Jersey shoreline since 1881… This 65 foot behemoth Elephant-shaped structure consists of nearly one million pieces of wood, 22 windows and is deceptively large inside. After entering up a spiral staircase on either back leg, you’re greeted by a vast inner chamber accentuated by two round windows overlooking the…

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Van Life Diaries - Meet the Van Studio 11:43

3M ago11:43

11:43

Explore the studio in my van! Today we’ll go over the trials, tribulations and joys that come with hosting a podcast from my van. We will describe my setup, share stories, and explain why I would change a thing. As always, we'll answer listener questions - which include: Is Marco Island the best place to find Florida Burrowing Owls? Do you prefer d…

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Detour - The Owl Tunnels 15:56

3M ago15:56

15:56

Marco Island is home to a group of residents that are unique and altogether unexpected: The Florida Burrowing Owl. Athene Cunicularia Floridana - or the Florida Burrowing Owl … is 9 inches and 5 ounces of wonderful oddity... Noodles and I visit Florida to learn about the owl, those that protect it, and much more! Works Cited: https://www.audubon.or…

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Van Life Diaries - 5 Roadtrip Audiobook Recommendations 12:41

4M ago12:41

12:41

DON'T CRUSH PEOPLE WITH ROCKS!! Also, I share my top 5 picks for the best audiobooks to listen to while driving. We’ll also take listener questions at the end - including: Would you recommend going to Danvers instead of Salem? Do you think something like the witch trials could happen today? Can you do an episode on your van? What’s the legacy of Sa…

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The Real Salem - The Road to the Trials (Part 2) 17:00

4M ago17:00

17:00

The thrilling conclusion to the Salem Witch Trials is explored... At the location where the first accusations of witchcraft were made, Noodles and I tackle popular theories, forgotten history and overlooked locations. Although, it’s temping to attribute one cause to the Salam Witch trials - the reality and it’s implications are much more complex. W…

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Van Life Diaries - Meet My Dog, Noodles the Whoodle 11:24

4M ago11:24

11:24

Today we’ll be discussing everything involved with raising a healthy dog on the road. (We talk a bit about my dog van-dog Noodles, as well) We’ll also take listener questions at the end… Including: Why don’t more people visit the Salem you went to? Have you heard of the ergot theory? What’s your least favorite town you’ve been to? What do you use t…

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The Real Salem - Road to the Trials (Part 1) 14:38

4M ago14:38

14:38

Ever want to visit the real Salem? Join Noodles and I as we visit the location responsible for the start of the infamous witch trials. ---- A small shop is filled to the brim with sage, tarot cards and spell books. Thick incense obscures eager shoppers and visiting tourists. In the bustle, a small book captures your attention “The Witches - Salem, …

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Back of the Fridge - Beer in the Barn 26:31

4M ago26:31

26:31

Two years ago today The Beer Nomad conducted its first interview. To celebrate, we bring back the conversation that started it all, in the oldest barn in Iowa. The front of my van says now as it did then that “every beer has a story to tell” This was true and still is now. Cheers! (The Beer Nomad will be back to regularly scheduled episodes Thursda…

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Van Life Diaries - A Letter To Wandering Minds 9:50

4M ago9:50

9:50

We discuss my struggle with ADD. I don’t share this story lightly - in fact it’s incredibly hard for me - but I hope that, if you’re listening and can relate, you'll benefit. We’ll also take listener questions - including: Did the Healing Springs water actually taste good? What's your studio setup? Do you have nicknames for Noodles? Grab a drink an…

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Detour - The Legend of the Healing Springs 5:56

4M ago5:56

5:56

Battles rage throughout the 13 American Colonies … In rural South Carolina - on what is now called Slaughter Field - two British soldiers lie dying from their wounds. Death is but a certainty … Ancestors of the Wassamasaw Tribe carry the soldiers to a spring known for it's healing properties. 6 months pass, the soldiers - assumed dead - walk back i…

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Van Life Diaries - How to Find Fascinating Locations 9:52

4M ago9:52

9:52

Today we’ll be discussing three methods I use to find offbeat locations. No edits. No Script. We’ll take listener questions at the end… p.s. For whatever reason, I’ve never been interested in what’s the popular thing to do - it might be the crowds, the conformity of it all or just a general lack of interest… But because of this, I’ve always searche…

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The Donner Party - One Wrong Turn (Part 2) 13:37

4M ago13:37

13:37

The Donner Party gaze upon a path whose crossing grows less likely with each passing day. Death by cold or slow starvation is now - very much - a looming reality. Less than three miles from the summit, two frightening options become apparent: Abandon your remaining supplies and brave the grueling 10 day snow-laden trek across the mountains… OR Choo…

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Van Life Diaries - Loneliness on the Road 12:04

5M ago12:04

12:04

Feelings of loneliness can surface anywhere - especially when you’re on the road. Is van life glorified on social media? What do you do when loneliness strikes? Have you ever seen a UFO?! We discuss all of this and more as we unpack what it means to feel lonely while living full time in a van. No script. No edits. Grab a drink and let’s hang out..…

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The Donner Party - One Wrong Turn (Part 1) 13:02

5M ago13:02

13:02

Hundreds of thousands traveled the roughly 2,500 miles from Missouri to the pacific coast - chasing fertile soil, better fortune and predictable climate. Among the thousands to have made this difficult journey westwards, no single group has garnered as much attention, or endured so much, as the roughly 87 people now referred to as the Donner Party …

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Van Life Diaries - Three Surprising States With Fantastic Beer 11:12

5M ago11:12

11:12

Everyone loves a list! Today we discuss the three states we’ve visited that - in our opinion - have fantastically surprising beer scenes. We also answer listener questions (in a Cracker Barrel parking lot in Delaware). I’m going to grab a drink, if you’re in a position to as well grab a cold one and let’s hang out! Thanks for listening to the The B…

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Van Life Diaries - Why I Do This 13:30

5M ago13:30

13:30

No edits. No script. In "Van Life Diaries", we discuss experiences on the road, pull clips from previous episodes, talk struggles, successes and everything in between. At each conclusion, I answer questions from listeners. Life questions, van questions, nothing is off limits. I’m going to grab a drink, if you’re in a position to as well grab a cold…

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Detour - The Mystery Of The Lone Toilet 7:25

5M ago7:25

7:25

A water-logged marsh along highway 37, just west of Vallejo, California contains an object that perplexes, repulses and fascinates passing travelers. How did this get here? The answer might surprise you. This is the story of The Lone Toilet.By Noah Mulgrew

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The Murder of Jesse James - The Room Where It Happened 14:43

5M ago14:43

14:43

Something sinister happened behind these walls ... I walk past the green shutters and elongated windows of the Jesse James house… If not for the eerie feeling you get when approaching the entrance… it's beautiful. I grasp the handle and open the time tested door. - Jesse James survives shootouts, bullet wounds and the ravages of they American Civil…

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The Time We Keep - Clockmakers Reject Henry Ford 12:11

5M ago12:11

12:11

A vast collection of hand - carved, impossibly detailed, seemingly priceless wooden clocks rest around you. Never sold or bought, you are told … only collected. Some of them feet taller than yourself. One question plagues your mind as you observe the intricate patterns carved into the wood. How did these get here?…

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8 oz. Pour - "Everything Hops" Cable Network 15:27

5M ago15:27

15:27

Today expert hop farmer, Xo, discusses her profession, the mysteries of the hop plant are uncovered and we explore the wild channels of the "Everything Hops" Cable Network. Learn the science behind hops in "Dr. Hops Fantastical Laboratory", wrestle hop facts with the Hopinator and witness the bitter drama of "Love at First Hop" Grab the remote, per…

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Van Life Diaries - My Top Three Moments on the Road (So Far) 13:00

6M ago13:00

13:00

What is it REALLY like living full-time in a beer van? How do you deal with loneliness on the road? Is it possible to balance a love for beer and basic productivity? In the new series "Van Life Diaries", I get personal. No edits. Just me, my dog and a microphone. Each month I’ll discuss my experiences on the road, behind the scenes stories and hope…

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In Pursuit of Hoppiness - Hops, A History 17:28

6M ago17:28

17:28

Today WILD hops are domesticated, a bitter romance novel tempts you and we enjoy beer feet away from where hops are grown. Our expert today is Xo, a hop farmer at Ruhstaller Farms in Dixon, California. Lay back, enjoy a beer and let's start growing! Works Cited: https://www.chelseagreen.com/product/the-hop-growers-handbook/ https://www.jstor.org/st…

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8 oz. Pour - The Legend of "Hog" Allen 14:53

7M ago14:53

14:53

Today we explore Zion’s haunted canyon, uncover a story of ghostly revenge and an UNINVITED guest explains why beer was replaced with ‘grog’ for sailors of the past. Sit back, crack open a beer and let's hike Zion. Works Cited: https://archives.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2021/09/05/raw-zions-earlier-days-interesting-tales-of-contributors-to-zion…

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The Volcano's Shadow - A Pint Beneath Mount Shasta 20:26

7M ago20:26

20:26

Today we drink porter beneath a volcano, investigate “Spiritual Woodstock” and explore the many wild theories that permeate California’s lonely mountain. Our guest today is Charles, owner of Mount Shasta Brewing Company in Weed, California. Sit back, relax and let’s hike towards the mountain together. Works Cited: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/t…

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8 oz Pour - To Drink With Ewoks 13:23

7M ago13:23

13:23

EWOKS!!!! Now that I've got your attention. Welcome to 8 oz pour - a new fiction series within The Beer Nomad that uses beer to tell fun, informative and often ridiculous tales. Today we hike the forest moon of Endor, discus intoxicating drinks in a galaxy very far away and meet some furry little friends who have…opinions, on my beer selection. Sit…

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Pacific Crest Serendipity - Passing Hikers Start a Brewery 21:42

8M ago21:42

21:42

Today the Pacific Crest Trail is created, Californian mountaintops are explored and two passing PCT hikers make some damn good beer. Our guests today are those hikers - Neil and Jacob, Co-owners of Trinity Country Brewing Company. Grab your gear, perhaps a beer and lets get hiking. Works Cited: https://timesmachine.nytimes.com/timesmachine/1937/04/…

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Holiday Spectacular - An Improvised Musical Tale 22:19

8M ago22:19

22:19

Todays episode is entirely improvised. Friends of the podcast gather to compose songs, bond over beers and craft the most complicated Nomad story yet. Sit, by the fire, grab your favorite winter beverage and let's get into it! Thanks for listening to the The Beer Nomad Podcast! For updates check out my instagram - thebeernomadvan - or my website ww…

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Saloons in America - The Drinks They Drank 16:13

9M ago16:13

16:13

What did people REALLY drink in western saloons? What in tarnation is Sarsaparilla? Today we cover all things "saloon", as we drink coffin-varnish and wonder, "Who dropped socks of dynamite down my saloon chimney? Dismount your horse, mind the tumble weeds and follow me through weathered saloon doors... Works Cited: https://www.notesfromthefrontier…

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California's Lost Coast - Hidden Pints at Sunset 22:27

9M ago22:27

22:27

Today we visit California's most secluded brewery, deconstruct the history of the elusive Lost Coast, and discuss beer beside the setting sun and hungry sea lions. Our guest is Jared, Head Brewer at Gyppo Ale Mill in Shelter Cove, California. Breathe the Pacific air and join us for a story or two! Works Cited: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/26/tra…

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Stories From Alcatraz - Incarceration Leads to Fermentation 21:13

9M ago21:13

21:13

Did prohibition spark the founding of Alcatraz Prison? How do you ferment in a jail cell? We explore these questions and more, as we walk the bleak cells of Alcatraz, explore its fabled history and walk in the footsteps of Americas most notorious inmates. Board the boat with me, grab a beer (it surpasses gold where we’re going), and let’s head out!…

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Gather at the Fenceline - Why We Bond Through Beer 19:05

9M ago19:05

19:05

Today we unpack the science behind the ‘beer buzz’, learn from experimental brewers at work and discuss the lasting role beer and the places that serve it have on bringing people together. Our guests today are Susan and Jonathan of Fenceline Beer Lab in Huxley, Iowa Take a breath, get out your lab coats and let’s talk beer. Works Cited: https://cra…

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Beer in the Studio - How Art and Beer Flourish Together 17:26

10M ago17:26

17:26

Today we climb to a secret art studio above a brewery, an art campaign restores beers reputation after WWII and brewers around the nation move to support modern artists. Our guest today is Sara, founder of Blepta Studios and co-owner of PIVO Brewing in Calmar, IA Grab a brush, a beer, turn on some Bob Ross and let’s get to it! Works Cited: https://…

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