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No Boundaries: Women Explorers and Scientists who are Changing the World
On this World Footprints episode, Ian and Tonya Fitzpatrick speak to National Geographic Explorer and conservation photographer, Gabby Salazar, to hear about some inspiring stories of women change-makers profiled in her new book, No Boundaries. Read more
The World ExperiencesUncovering the Hidden History of a Free Black Brotherhood
Join us as author Fatima Shaik uncovers the rich hidden history of a free Black brotherhood that was almost lost forever. Read more
New Orleans HistoryExploring New Orleans’ Laura Plantation and the Faubourg Treme neighborhood
Our Creole cultural exploration takes us just outside New Orleans to the Old Mississippi River Road where we’ll share the story of a Creole family and a plantation named Laura–voted “Best history tour in the USA” by Lonely Planet Travel and a top travel attraction in Louisiana. Read more
New Orleans Experiences Off the Beaten Path HistoryWorld Footprints Holiday Music Special
‘Tis the season with the gift of holiday music. As you enjoy the musical selections from around the world, please accept our gratitude for your support of World Footprints over the years. Read more
The World Events & Festivals Literature & Music1,000 Places To See with Wanderlust
Join World Footprints for our conversation with New York Times bestselling author Patricia Schultz and Avalon Travel’s Grace Fujimoto about their newest travel books, the Deluxe edition of 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and Wanderlust. Author Patricia Schultz has transformed her New York Times bestselling book, 1,000 Places … Read more Read more
The World ExperiencesFollowing Dracula’s Trail, Paranormal Photography and Defeating Human Traffickers
Do you believe in ghosts or vampires? On today’s show you’ll meet two people that do—a paranormal photographer and a writer who traveled along dracula’s trail. Read more
The World Experiences Off the Beaten Path The Arts Human Trafficking Social ResponsibilityIn the Footsteps of Birmingham’s Civil Rights Movement (Lowell Thomas Award-Winning show)
Birmingham, Alabama is considered ground zero in the civil rights movement. In the 1950s, African-Americans of all ages in Birmingham drew a proverbial line in the sand against racial segregation. Their stories, struggles and ultimate success over Jim Crow laws is on display at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute in … Read more Read more
United States Insights HistoryRemembering Emmett Till
The Let the World See exhibit tells both Emmett’s story but also illuminates the courage of his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, who insisted on an open casket funeral for her son so that the world could see the brutality of his senseless murder. Her act fueled a movement that changed the … Read more Read more
United States History HumanityEnjoying the World as a Plus-size Traveler
Plus-size travelers face challenges that aren’t generally considered—lack of appropriate accommodations, one-sized fits all robes that don’t fit larger bodies, zipline cables that may not support extra weight and other concerns. Read more
United States ExperiencesThe Travel Doctor is IN
Meet The Travel Doctor . Broken bones. Skin rashes. Travelers diarehea. COVID and… There are many accidents, illnesses and medical mishaps that happen when we’re traveling and now we have COVID to add to the list. So what should travelers do to remain healthy and safe? Luckily, the Travel Doctor … Read more Read more
United States Health & Wellness“Don’t Buy the Cheap Tickets” and more tips from an airline insider
Airline industry expert Kewwin McKenzie shares important airline tips that he’s gained from his experience of traveling around the world during the pandemic and the common mistakes people make when booking airline tickets. Read more
The World InsightsExperiencing the World as a Blind Traveler
Meet Dale Reardon, a blind traveler from Australia who has not let his disability limit his love for exploring the world. Read more
The World AccessibleUncovering Appalachia
Who are the Appalachian people? Whoever you think they are you’re probably wrong. Author and scholar Nancy Brown Diggs joins World Footprints to peel back the layers of Appalachian culture that she uncovers in her new book, In Search of Appalachia. Read more
United States HistoryExperiencing the Power of Children at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
Experience the extraordinary stories of children who have made and are making a difference in this world at the Power of Children exhibit in the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. Read more
United States Family Travel Social ResponsibilityGod’s Little Acre: Revealing untold stories of America’s African heritage, Part 2
In this second episode of our interview with Keith Stokes, advisor to the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society, we continue learning about Newport’s underrepresented history during our walk through God’s Little Acre. Read more
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