Podcast Episodes

Grizzly Adams: America’s Mythic Mountain Man

In the 1850s, one anonymous Massachusetts shoemaker became a national celebrity – all by exhibiting his “family” of captured grizzly bears.

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

In The Heart Of NYC, A Refuge For Birds

A hospital and rehab center for birds in Manhattan started with a woman who just wanted to do all she could to help an injured goose. Decades later, it has become an institution.

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Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

The Start of a Language

Places editors Michelle Cassidy and Jonathan Carey bring us stories about two specific languages that were created by people who gave us a glimpse into their worlds and cultures – real and imagined.

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

Nerding Out on Ancient Queens with Torri Yates-Orr

History buff Torri Yates-Orr gives us the tea on Nefertiti, Cleopatra, and Amanirenas – and explains why we often don’t hear their full stories in history class. 

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

For Keeps Books (Classic)

In Atlanta, on this historic Auburn Avenue, sits a small bookstore and reading room that’s been called “an interactive art museum of Black Thought” 

LEARN MORE: https://www.forkeepsbooks.com/

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

The Last Baldwin House

James Baldwin’s former home in the South of France is a site that many visit hoping to feel the essence of the great African-American writer. But should it be?

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

America’s First Celebrity Bartender And The Book That Changed Bars Forever

In the early days of drinking in America, bartenders passed down drink recipes simply via word of mouth. Then, a suit-wearing, itinerant bartender decked out in diamonds changed everything. 

Plus, big…

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

Tell us your road trip stories & get travel advice from Dylan

What is your favorite unusual road trip destination? Plus, Dylan wants your travel questions. Give us a call at 315-992-7902 and leave a message, or send a voice memo to Hello@Atlas Obscura.com.

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

The Noah Purifoy Desert Art Museum (Classic)

Noah Purifoy was a pugilistic LA artist who eventually filled a 10 acre plot of land in Joshua Tree, CA with his off-kilter art. 

Noah Purifoy’s Outdoor Museum: http://www.noahpurifoy.com/joshua-tree-…

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago

In the Doldrums with Bernie Harberts

Ultimate slow travel adventurer (and friend of the show) Bernie Harberts returns to tell us what happened when he spent months floating alone at sea. Bernie is also an author and filmmaker. You can r…

Published on 1 year, 6 months ago