Cultural Heritage
On March 1, 1872, President Ulysses S. Grant made history by signing the act that established Yellowstone as the world’s first national park. Primarily located in Wyoming, the park’s expansive territory also stretches into Montana and Idaho, covering over 2 million acres of diverse landscapes.
Enjoy travel melodies with three extraordinary musicians as we hear about their personal and cultural journeys. Also learn what Rio de Janeiro is doing to prepare for the Summer Olympics. First, singer/actress/author Gloria Loring joins World Footprints to talk about her music collaboration with son, R&B artist Robin Thicke, travel and her book, "Coincidence is God's Way of Remaining Anonymous". Gloria also dishes on her life past life as Liz Chandler on daytime's Days of our Lives. Jazz artist Rene Marie credits many women, including Eartha Kitt, for her life's direction and musical influences. After her abusive husband of 23 years gave her an ultimatum to quit singing or leave--she chose to leave and begin her professional music career at the age of 42. Rene reflects on her own life journey and how travel; in particular a trip to Germany, helped her acknowledge humanity's common bonds. According to Rockin' Dopsie, [...]
Imagine paradise where your senses explode with a banquet of color, oscents and flavors exicte, or where you experience exotic tranquility. That is Martinique and those things, along with the islands rich history, are what makes this French Caribbean island so magical.
World Footprints returns to New Orleans for our signature broadcast from Jackson Square for French Quarter Festival! During this broadcast we'll introduce you to All-Star musicians, Trumpeter Connie Jones and Clarinet player Tim Laughlin. Connie & Tim grace the cover of this year's French Quarter Festival poster. We’ll also hear from French Quarter Festival Executive Director, Marci Schramm, about the newest attractions that visitors will experience this year.
Listen to our interview with Chef Cat Cora. The Norfolk Botanical Garden is an oasis that sits on a 155 acre site near the Norfolk International Airport. The garden showcases 52 themed gardens including a butterfly garden, rose garden and other diverse flora. President Michael Desplaines tells us that visitors will soon experience a taste of Asia when the garden hosts Lanterasia. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched four trusted traveler programs to help streamline the travel experience to and around the United States. One program, TSA Precheck is overseen by the Transportation Security Administration and we'll get the 4-1-1 from Nathan Tsoi on how the TSA Precheck program can help travelers avoid long and aggravating security lines. We had an opportunity to speak to Richard Zarkin about Mexico's Riviera Nayarit following a recent trip to Puerto Vallarta. Richard joins World Footprints to explain why Riviera Nayarit is [...]
The best way to experience a city is through the eyes of a local. We'll travel to New Orleans and walk along Paris’s rue des Martyrs with the people who know them best. Democratic consultant James Carville says that New Orleans is defined by its culture and way of life and that distinguishes the city from other places. We'll talk to him to learn what he means by this. The beheading of Saint Denis, now the patron saint of France, was one of many events that occurred on the rue des Martyrs in Paris. Accoring to author and New York Times writer, Elaine Sciolino, the rue des Martyrs was a cultural enclave where Degas and Renoir painted, Puccini replicated in his La Boheme opera and Edith Piaf would sing for a few francs. Yet, this charming half-mile long street that is steeped in history has been overlooked in Paris guidebooks. [...]
A very talented musical group in Mondesa greets us with beautiful sounds. Photo: Ian Fitzpatrick Today, World Footprints will explore elements of American history from small towns and historic hotels to Fort Monroe. We'll also visit the shanty town of Mondesa which sits just outside of Swakopmund, Namibia. There we will mingle with the locals and witness how black Namibians are preserving their history and traditions. Fort Monroe in Virginia has been defending America since 1607 and today it remains the largest stone fortification in the United States. Tour guide Robin Reed gives us the backstory of the Fort's rich history and the important role it has played in American history. The National Trust for Historic Preservation is on a mission to preserve and share all of America's history. We'll share the work the organization is doing and we'll introduce two interesting historic hotels in Washington, DC--the Mayflower and the [...]
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World Footprints will take you inside “The Greatest Outdoor Show On Earth”—the Calgary Stampede. The Calgary Stampede is an annual rodeo, exhibition, and festival held every July in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
On June 27, 1898, the 37-foot sloop Spray sailed into Newport, Rhode Island, marking the completion of a historic voyage. At the helm was Captain Joshua Slocum, who had just become the first person to circumnavigate the globe solo, covering more than 46,000 miles. What made this achievement even more remarkable was the simplicity of Spray, an unassuming fishing boat that Slocum had rebuilt himself.
On June 26, 1963, U.S. President John F. Kennedy delivered one of his most iconic speeches in West Berlin, declaring solidarity with the citizens of the divided city. At the time, the Berlin Wall, erected by East Germany’s Communist government, symbolized the Cold War's division between East and West. Standing before a large crowd, Kennedy boldly proclaimed, "Ich bin ein Berliner" ("I am a Berliner"), drawing parallels between the pride of Roman citizenship and the values of freedom in Berlin.
In the heart of South Korea, there’s a truly unique coffee shop designed to charm coffee and photography lovers alike. Dreaming Camera is a café unlike any other—housed in a building shaped like a giant vintage camera, making it a must-see destination for anyone exploring South Korea’s vibrant café culture.
