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Join host Tim Dunn on a journey to discover the amazing stories behind London’s iconic transport network. From the Tube to the Overground and beyond, Tim speaks to guests who have personal connections with the system that keeps London moving - from engineers to celebrities, and artists to footballers. Series three celebrates the 25th anniversary of TfL, and explains the incredible innovations, key moments, and behind-the-scenes stories with members of staff and guests including Heather Small, Olympian Pete Reed, Babatunde Aléshé, and DJ Jaguar. Series two uncovers the significance of the ...

Inspired by the ruins of an ancient Cistercian abbey at the bottom of her garden in Norfolk, she begins to research the monks' lives who once resided there and realises how much we may have to learn from monasticism. Renouncing the world, monks and nuns have acquired a hidden knowledge of how to live: they labour, they learn and they acquire 'the interior silence'. Monk's Medicine is a quest for that hidden knowledge - a pilgrimage to 10 monasteries round the world, from a Coptic desert community in Egypt to a retreat in the Japanese mountains.

Is adventure travel an addictive escape or a vessel for self development? What makes people leave those that they love to take huge risks? Does showing vulnerability make you weak? In these very uncertain times - how do we become strong individuals who can contribute to society? Adventurer and Guinness World record holder Ed Stafford will explore this very concept with a different guest each week. Guests include the remarkable Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Ness Knight and Dwayne Fields. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In production for nearly a dead-cade, History Goes Bump has covered thousands of haunted locations from the well known to the obscure and everything in between. Diane and Kelly prove that history isn't boring, it's terrifying!

Welcome to the topsy-turvy world of the anxious traveller, where panic strikes in the most serene situations, where each time you're convinced that the symptoms are in fact physical and your lungs or heart will stop working, and the only relief is a paramedic telling you that you won't die...

In her honest and heart-warming memoir, writer and adventurer Niamh McAnally shares the story of her liberating journey from being unemployed, homeless, and divorced in her fifties, to embarking on a global quest to find purpose through volunteering and ultimately finding a profound love that changed her life. From volunteering for marine conservation projects on remote islands in Belize, Vanuatu, and Tonga, to exploring exotic destinations like Bora Bora, Palau, Fiji, and St Barths, Niamh takes listeners on a captivating journey where each destination unveils a layer of her self-discovery.

Explore the wonders and mysteries of London and its people through its 272 Underground stations. Episode by episode, we will be taking you through the London Underground A-Z, stop by stop. Subscribe for episodes every Wednesday. So hop aboard and please, mind the closing doors!

An audiobook on what it means to play in a world on fire--of how we move our bodies and brains through the thorny problems life can throw at us. Author Sarah Austin Casson brings us on her adventures around the world and in her backyard, from the high Himalayas of Nepal and the deep seas of Thailand to her backyard dirt trails in Los Angeles and many other places, to explore how we can all play with life's hard questions.

Mind & Body DecodeIn an age of information overload and wellness fads, Mind & Body Decode helps you separate fact from fiction. Hosted by health professionals and science communicators, this podcast explores the intricate connection between physical health and mental well-being. Expect deep dives into topics like anxiety in the digital age, the microbiome revolution, and the science behind sustainable habits that stick.

Is America as divided as it seems? As a graduate student at Oxford, Ryan Bernsten undertook a 23,000-mile journey through all 50 states to look beyond the news cycles and see his home country from the ground. Following in the footsteps of Alexis de Tocqueville, Bernsten leads with the desire to listen and find common humanity in Americans he meets across the country. Bernsten ultimately offers a hopeful vision for the future of America, as he embarks on a search for meaning and reflects on what it means to be American.

Mind the Gap in Zip-It Socks is a humorous travel memoir. Two American women turned loose in England find themselves lost in the maze at Leed's Castle. They are awed inside Canterbury Cathedral, where an aged priest takes them into a private chapel. And Stonehenge? They are mesmerized with the magical mystery of its existence. The ladies quickly learn that the trains in England are a mystery of their own, but they persevere and walk the sands of Folkestone and eat fish and chips in the charming village of Rye.

Travel is a mindset. It’s about exploring the world, seeking unique experiences that connect with the heart, mind and soul. It’s engaging with nature, culture and people, and embracing every detail of a place—its flavors, smells and local quirks.Jochen and Michael, hosts of the popular “Reisen Reisen – der Podcast,” have explored over 100 countries in 25 years. Now, with "A Travel State of Mind," they’re inspiring a global audience. Whether it's Tokyo, Italy, or Hawaii, every place holds the potential for an unforgettable adventure.Forget cheap tips—Jochen and Michael are ...

On Our Minds is an Edward R. Murrow award-winning podcast about teen life, produced by teens for teens in collaboration with PBS News Student Reporting Labs. Season 6 is an audio road trip exploring what’s unique about teen life in every corner of the country through hyperlocal stories about cities, towns, and neighborhoods.

Having hosted the Aging aint for Sissie's podcast for two years, I wanted to expand what I could discuss. This podcast will touch on the fun of aging and whatever has crossed my mind! Please join me as I walk through life! #retirement #travel #fun #aginggracefully Link in my bio! Listen now!#insidemarcysmind#aginggracefully#retired#retirementpreperation#aging#retirementplanningwww.insidemarcysmind.com

”Inside Immigrant’s Mind” is not just a podcast, it’s a guiding beacon for all those embarking on the brave journey of immigration. Hosted by Nilan and Savini, two trailblazing immigrants from South Asia, this podcast brings you unfiltered, real-life stories of the triumphs and trials of their immigration experience. Over the years, Nilan and Savini have carved out a happy life in their new homeland, securing coveted jobs, starting successful businesses, and earning accolades. But their journey was not always smooth sailing. They grappled with an avalanche of unfamiliar experiences, ...

Years ago, Steve Hannah’s chance detour through the Midwest cut short a planned cross-country trip. He found himself in Wisconsin, a distinctly different place from the East Coast, where he was born and raised. Charmingly beautiful and full of welcoming people, America’s dairyland would soon become his home. Dairylandia recounts Steve Hannah’s burgeoning love for his adopted state through the writings of his long-lived column, “State of Mind”.

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Stockholm is a State of Minds - The only podcast you need to become Swed... ishEach year brilliant minds from all over the world move to Stockholm – for work at universities, companies, and other organisations, for university studies, as accompanying partner, for love, or for refuge. Brilliant minds, who want to settle down, find a job, get to know the culture and understand society. This podcast is for you.Join hosts Maria and Philip for casual conversations exploring key topics commonly discussed over coffee breaks and meals as well as pivotal events that have shaped Swedish society for ...

Welcome to The Wanderlusters Mind podcast. I’m your host Abby Lewtas. Come on an adventure with me as we wander into the minds of globetrotters. They’ll share their travel stories, navigating their return home and stepping into their inspired adventurous life. Please enjoy the show.

This is my first podcast, please have fun listening and give feedback :)