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This is the true story of a journey to a seaside town and the always unpredictable torrent of dark escapades that accompany a life at sea. It's a story of a world peopled by those who often live on the frayed edges of society, who shun the world in which most people thrive. It's a story in which college students and "fish hippies" work in canneries alongside survivalists, rednecks, religious freaks, and deckhands with damning secrets in dangerous waters, driven by the need to feed an insatiable appetite for adventure.

Charley Boorman is back on his bike exploring the world's second-largest country - home to some of the most stunning and challenging terrain known to man. Canada is a country of extremes, and Charley knows all about pushing the limits. He goes dirt biking in New Brunswick, dives through old shipwrecks in Tobermory and rides along Butch Cassidy's old Outlaw Trail. He also meets a fascinating mix of people on his journey.

Triumphs and disasters in the deep sea This is a journey through time and water, to the bottom of the ocean and the future of our planet. We do not see the ocean when we look at the water that blankets more than two thirds of our planet. We only see the entrance to it. Beyond that entrance is a...

In the tradition of William Warner's Beautiful Swimmers, veteran journalist Colin Woodard (author of American Character: A History of the Epic Struggle Between Individual Liberty and the Common Good) traces the history of the rugged fishing communities that dot the coast of Maine and the prized crustacean that has long provided their livelihood.

A balanced, passionate, and analytical view of Everton Football Club, on and off the pitch. Brought to you by James Boyman, Ryan Williams, and Shan Khan. The Blue Frontier podcast is an independent, fan-produced show and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Everton Football Club.

New Frontiers profiles the individuals who have pushed the boundaries of what's possible, and are now channeling that same pioneering spirit to tackle the climate crisis.Hosted by Ben Saunders, a record-breaking polar explorer, 3x TED main stage 'master storyteller,' and climate tech investor at Kintanna Ventures.Drawing from Ben's profound experiences at the edge of the world, New Frontiers explores how extraordinary pasts can fuel present-day endeavours in forging a sustainable future.Music by Thinnen (@thinnstagram) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the tradition of Killers of the Flower Moon, a haunting murder mystery revealing the human story behind one of the most devastating crimes of our time: the ruthless destruction of the Amazon rain forest—and anyone who stands in the way Deep in the heart of the Amazon, the city of Rondon do...

Join SABR Members Evan Katz and Bruce McClure as they get together to discuss Evan's experiences in the "entry level of baseball". You won't want to miss the tales from the road as the Pecos League season unfolds. The Pecos League is an independent baseball league which operates in cities in desert mountain regions throughout Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Evan Katz grew up in Brookline, two miles from Fenway Park, in the 1960s and quickly learned the emotional highs and lows of being a Red Sox fan. After a long career in public finance in...

By the 1930s, no one had yet crossed Antarctica, and its vast interior remained a mystery frozen in time. Hoping to write his name in the history books, wealthy American Lincoln Ellsworth announced he would fly across the unexplored continent, and to honor his hero, Wyatt Earp, he would carry his gun belt on the flight. The obstacles to Ellsworth’s ambition were numerous: He didn’t like the cold, he avoided physical work, and he couldn’t navigate. Consequently, he hired the experienced Australian explorer Sir Hubert Wilkins to organize the expedition on his behalf.

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Into the Wild meets Helter Skelter in this riveting true story of a modern-day homesteading family in the deepest reaches of the Alaskan wilderness – and of the chilling secrets of its maniacal, spellbinding patriarch. When Papa Pilgrim appeared in the Alaska frontier outpost of McCarthy...

Imagine a young doctor, trained in the latest medical knowledge and state-of-the-art equipment, suddenly transported back to one of the world’s most isolated and unforgiving environments - Nome, Alaska. That’s what happen to Dr. Sims. His plans to become a pediatric surgeon were drastically changed when, on the eve of being drafted into the army to serve as a MASH surgeon in Vietnam, he was offered a commission in the US Public Health for assignment in Anchorage, Alaska, where he was scheduled to act as chief of pediatrics at the Alaska Native Medical Center.

Discover the extraordinary history and thrilling frontiers of exploration with this guide from The Explorers Club, the esteemed home of the world's most prominent explorers. The discovery of the North and South Poles. The summiting of Everest. The moon landing. The (largely unknown) birth of...

Brought to you by Penguin. The incredible book behind the primetime Channel 4 documentary, Peter: The Human Cyborg. Peter, a brilliant scientist, is told that he will lose everything he loves. His husband. His family. His friends. His ability to travel the world. All will be gone. But Peter will...

"Sports Talk on the Hawk" with Scott McAdams is your premier source for sports in Southeast Alaska. Broadcasting live and local from KINY Juneau, this show covers the latest in local sports, bringing you in-depth analysis, interviews, and commentary on the games and athletes that matter most to our community. Host Scott McAdams, a seasoned sports enthusiast, brings a passion for sports and a deep understanding of the local sports scene, making each episode a must-listen for fans in Juneau and all of Southeast Alaska. "Sports Talk on the Hawk" also keeps you updated on relevant national sports ...

Enjoy the excitement and community spirit of Alaska's Gold Medal Basketball Tournament! Originating from KINY Radio's live broadcasts, this podcast series features all the play-by-play action of Alaska's most cherished basketball tradition. This series brings you courtside to experience the thrills, spills, and pure emotion of the Gold Medal Basketball Tournament, an event that has woven itself into the fabric of Alaska's sporting culture.

“Leaving the Yard” - with Chuck Zach. Chuck has hosted the show in Texarkana for more than 20 years! Chuck has done play-by-play for Texas A&M-Texarkana basketball and baseball, Pleasant Grove, Liberty Eylau and Arkansas High schools and is currently the play-by-play voice for the Longview Lobos. Leaving the Yard features a rotating array of cohosts and in-studio guests and focuses on local sports in and around Texarkana, regional college sports in Texas and Arkansas, the Dallas Cowboys, and Texas Rangers, and hot-topic national stories. Monday Co-host - Caven Carpenter Tuesday Co-host - ...

Football is a short career. But what if we could wind the clock back and give some of the UK’s favourite ex-pro’s another go-round? Just, One Last Match!Who would they choose as their team-mates? Who’s the gaffer? What stadium would they want to walk out in one last time?All these questions and more get asked as we speak to some of the games greats Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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