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A sensational disappearance that made headlines around the world. A quest for truth that leads to death, madness or disappearance for those who seek to solve it. The Lost City of Z is a blockbuster adventure narrative about what lies beneath the impenetrable jungle canopy of the Amazon. After stumbling upon a hidden trove of diaries, acclaimed New Yorker writer David Grann set out to find out what happened to the British explorer Percy Fawcett and his quest for the Lost City of Z.

In January 2002, Rory Stewart walked across Afghanistan, surviving by his wits, his knowledge of Persian dialects and Muslim customs, and the kindness of strangers. By day, he passed through mountains covered in nine feet of snow, hamlets burned and emptied by the Taliban, and communities thriving amid the remains of medieval civilizations. By night he slept on villagers' floors, shared their meals, and listened to their stories of the recent and ancient past.

Finally a podcast in Italian, designed for learners of Italian... 100% in slower Italian! Listen to interesting topics and learn about Italy, all while practicing your comprehension, expanding your vocabulary and improving your pronunciation!  Manu Venditti, the founder of Italy Made Easy is a native Italian language lover, with a passion for helping people like you learn, improve, practice and master the Italian language.  For each episode you can download the free accompanying PDF, with the full accurate Italian transcript of the show, along with a series of Listening and Comprehension ...

If when you think "Florida" you don't think "spectacular," Cathy Salustri is determined to change your mind. Explaining why the state is more than the "Florida Man" stories and the politics that so often make national news, and looking beyond the crowded beaches and theme parks, Salustri celebrates what makes the state worth a deeper understanding in this lively trip through its natural beauty and fascinating history.

Inspired by family lore, a young writer embarks on an epic quest through the Argentine Andes in search of a heritage spanning hemispheres and centuries, from the Jewish Levant to turn-of-the-century trade routes in South America.

Send us a textOne of the questions that comes up when taking a cruise is; is it worth the money to add a beverage package before sailing. So on this week's podcast Travel Expert Onanta Forbes will be here to talk about the pros and cons of beverage packages for cruises. And with spring upon us that means more people will be out on the hiking trails. And that includes the Trans Canada Trail so a bit later Stacey Dakin, Chief Program Officer for the Trans Canada Trail will join us to tell us all about the Trans Canada Trail.Support the show

Food Scene Los Angeles Los Angeles is firing on all culinary cylinders, dazzling diners with a symphony of flavors, innovation, and spectacle. This city’s kitchens pulse with ambition and global flair—the only thing hotter than the L.A. sun is the competition to be crowned the city’s next dining sensation.Take Tomat in Westchester, a revelation tucked inside an unassuming strip mall near LAX. Led by the inventive duo Harry Posner and Natalie Dial, Tomat riffs on British classics with intrigue—think beef and bone marrow pie and sticky toffee pudding—while weaving in Persian touches ...

Food Scene Chicago # Chicago's Culinary Renaissance: What's Hot in the Windy City for 2025Chicago's dining scene is experiencing a thrilling evolution in 2025, with innovative concepts and celebrated chefs pushing culinary boundaries across the city.The West Loop continues to cement its reputation as Chicago's premier dining district with Fire, the Alinea Group's exciting new concept that has taken over the former Roister space. Executive Chef Adair Canacasco interprets Grant Achatz's vision through a relatively accessible $115 tasting menu centered around a spectacular live-fire hearth. ...

Bu bölümümüzde HKBU Podcast'ten Cihan, Romanya'nın Drakulası ve Kazıklı Voyvodasıyla meşhur Transilvanya bölgesindeki Braşov'u anlatıyor.Bizi Instagram'da takip ederek yorumlarınızı iletebilirsiniz:⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sehir.hikayeleri.podcast⁠⁠

Stunning desert landscapes, crimson canyons, and winding highways come alive in this electrifying visual journey through Arizona. The Avobot community is buzzing with recommendations for Antelope Canyon’s wave-like rock formations, Sedona’s vortex hikes, and pro tips for surviving epic couples’ road trips (snack strategies included!). Want to build your own adventure-mapping AI tool? Avobot delivers flat-rate, unlimited access to GPT-4o, Gemini, Claude, DeepSeek, and more through one ruthless API key. To start building, visit Avobot.com.

Food Scene Portland # Portland's Culinary Renaissance: Spring 2025 Brings Fresh Flavors to Rose CitySpring 2025 has transformed Portland's dining landscape with exciting new openings and food events that showcase the city's evolving gastronomy.Terra Mae Alberta has quickly become the talk of the town, brilliantly fusing Portuguese and Japanese cuisines. Their innovative dishes include milk bread buns with Portuguese olive oil and sunomono with peri-peri chile crisp, creating flavor combinations that defy expectations.The Love Shack in Slabtown offers a theatrical dining experience with roving ...

This book presents a series of exclusive images which pictorially chart the lives, some remarkable architectural achievements and the beliefs of the pre-Colombian Maya civilisation of Mesoamerica.This volume will also serve as useful reference material for my forthcoming book ‘Going Native: The Story of Gonzalo Guerrero’.It features pictures and explanation of some of the most stunning architecture, beautiful and enchanting haunts and religious beliefs of this fascinating civilisation.The Maya have enthralled generations across the world since they first came into I’ll-fated contact ...

Food Scene Washington D.C. Washington D.C. is having a moment that food lovers can’t afford to miss. The city’s restaurant scene is exploding with bold new openings, innovative concepts, and a growing vibrancy that’s making the capital one of the nation’s most dynamic dining destinations. Take The Occidental, for example—this storied institution has been revived by Stephen Starr, blending old-school Americana classics like lobster Newberg and roasted pheasant with a chic, modern setting that attracts politicians and foodies alike. Not far away, Sagrada on U Street is rewriting the ...

Former Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams gave an address at St Bartholomew's Church in Rogate on Saturday. The occasion was a celebration of 25 years in the parish for the rector, the Reverend Edward Doyle. Both hail from South West Wales. St Bart's was packed for the service which also included music, prayer and a communion. Hear the homily in full.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food Scene New York City # NYEATS 2025: BIG APPLE'S CULINARY RENAISSANCENew York City's dining scene is experiencing a remarkable transformation in 2025, with innovative concepts and exciting new openings redefining the culinary landscape.Time and Tide – The Raw Bar in Rose Hill is making waves with "Top Chef" winner Danny Garcia's exclusive menu featuring caviar and chips, impressive seafood towers, and their now-famous giant goldfish cracker that has diners buzzing across the city.Over in Brooklyn, Le Fleur Rouge has transformed from a Shanghainese restaurant into a sleek French-Chinese ...

Food Scene Austin Buckle up, food lovers—Austin’s culinary scene in 2025 is turning up the heat, with bold newcomers, time-honored institutions, and a dash of wild creativity making the city’s dining landscape more irresistible than a plate of smoked brisket at a backyard feast. As a culinary expert with a taste for innovation, I couldn’t be more thrilled to guide listeners through the gastronomic playground this city has become.Start with Aris and Top Roe, two of Austin’s hottest newcomers. Aris is generating a buzz with its Mediterranean-inspired plates, delivering savory flavors ...

Food Scene San Francisco # San Francisco's Culinary Canvas: Fresh Flavors & Innovation in Spring 2025The City by the Bay continues to reinvent its food scene with exciting new openings this May. In the Lower Haight, Jules is creating major buzz with Max Blachman-Gentile's leopard-spotted, seasonally influenced pizzas. After successful pop-ups since 2023, this brick-and-mortar location at 237 Fillmore St. represents one of SF's most anticipated restaurant debuts.For those seeking culinary adventure, the city welcomes several distinctive concepts: a boat club featuring affordable wines near ...

We caught up with our friend Surya Ramachandran: Indian naturalist, author, big-cat tracker, and awesome guy.Highlights of our chat include:Home patch leopards: Surya’s Nilgiri backyard hosts a multigenerational family of both black and rosetted leopards that he's watched closely for yearsSnow-leopard obsession: why eight straight winters in Ladakh still haven’t dulled the thrill of the ghost of the HimalayasKing-cobra lore: nest-building serpents, roadside rescues, and the eerie pressure-cooker hiss they can emitHimalayan lowland magic: the diversity of Assam’s ...

Food Scene Charleston Charleston’s culinary scene is sizzling with energy, weaving together heritage-rich comfort, global ambition, and a contagious hunger for the next big flavor. Charleston City Paper’s Spring 2025 restaurant roundup gives taste adventurers plenty to chew on, from Pakistani standouts such as Ma’am Saab, where chef Maryam Ghaznavi brings her modern spin on classics like lamb biryani and aloo gobi, to the soulful, ingredient-driven brunches at Maya del Sol Kitchen in North Charleston—think pozole and tamales for the homesick, and beef heart guisado for the daring. Both...

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