Top Places & Travel Podcasts

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Places & Travel

Duolingo Spanish Podcast – Duolingo

True stories for English speakers learning Spanish. From the makers of Duolingo, the most popular language-learning app, comes a new podcast that delivers fascinating real-life stories in easy-to-understand Spanish with English narration. These are not language lessons; they’re life lessons through language. Hosted by Martina Castro, co-founder of NPR’s Radio Ambulante. Read More
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Places & Travel

The Bowery Boys: New York City History

The tides of American history lead through the streets of New York City — from the huddled masses on Ellis Island to the sleazy theaters of 1970s Times Square. The elevated railroad to the Underground Railroad. Hamilton to Hammerstein! Greg and Tom explore more than 400 years of action-packed stories, featuring both classic and forgotten figures who have shaped the world. Read More
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Places & Travel

Y Combinator Startup Podcast – Y Combinator

We help founders make something people want.
We help founders make something people want. Read More
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Places & Travel

Mobituaries with Mo Rocca – iHeartPodcasts and CBS News

“CBS News Sunday Morning” correspondent Mo Rocca has always loved obituaries. Each episode of Mobituaries covers his favorite dearly departed people and things. This season profiles legendary athlete Jim Thorpe in "Death of an All-American", iconic singer/songwriter Peggy Lee in "Death of Cool", and even the death of the mid-Atlantic accent, best known from the likes of Katharine Hepburn, Franklin Roosevelt and Jacqueline Kennedy. Mo even has a few new things in store including an episode that looks back at folks who "Died on the Same Day.” Think: Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett; John Adams and Thomas Jefferson; Jim Henson and Sammy Davis, Jr. – and then there’s Margaret Thatcher and Annette Funicello? Tune in for fresh takes on famous legacies and tributes to people who never got the sendoff they deserved. Even if you know the names, you’ve never understood why they matter until now! Read More
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Places & Travel

Monsters Among Us – Derek Hayes | QCODE

True paranormal stories told in the witnesses own voice. Monsters Among Us is a collection of first-hand eye-witness audio recordings made directly from experiencers of the paranormal, curated by host Derek Hayes. Surround yourself with a spooky, nostalgia-rich atmosphere and treat your ears to terrifying tales and deep dives into supernatural subjects ranging from ghosts, UFOs and alien abductions, to bigfoot, sasquatch and other cryptid creatures. Keep it spooky! Read More
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Places & Travel

The Grim: A Spine-Chilling Podcast Exploring Haunted Cemeteries and Graveyard Tales – Kristin Lopes

Welcome to The Grim, a spine-tingling podcast that invites you to explore the eerie world of haunted cemeteries and graveyard legends. Join us each week as we dive into chilling stories and historical mysteries from forgotten tombstones and crumbling monuments around the globe. Imagine sipping on a warm cup of coffee, its aroma blending with the whispers of restless spirits in the shadows. In every episode, we unravel the secrets hidden within the silent grounds of cemeteries, bringing to life the haunting narratives and eerie history of these mystical places. Our host masterfully combines vivid storytelling with in-depth research to guide you through the enigmatic allure of the afterlife. If you're fascinated by ghost stories, history, cemetery lore, and the supernatural, The Grim is your perfect podcast. Grab your favorite mug, cozy up, and get ready to be captivated by tales from beyond the veil. Subscribe now to join us on this unforgettable journey into the unknown. Read More
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Places & Travel

Travel with Rick Steves

A weekly one-hour conversation with guest experts and callers about travel, cultures, people, and the things we find around the world that give life its extra sparkle. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on travel to Europe and beyond. Host and writer of over a hundred public television travel shows and author of 30 best-selling guidebooks, Rick now brings his passion for exploring and understanding our world to public radio. Related travel information and message boards on www.ricksteves.com Read More
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Places & Travel

Drop A Pin – Barstool Sports

Presented by Barstool Sports, Drop A Pin takes you on a weekly adventure with Barstool's foreign correspondent, The Wonton Don, and Barstool personality, Uncle Chaps. Each episode, the fellas will Drop A Pin on a different spot across the globe, exploring the world from the iconic to the obscure. Sometimes they dive into serious topics, and other times, it's just about having a laugh as they uncover the weird, wild, and unexpected. Whether you’re looking for travel tips, hilarious stories, or a fresh take on global destinations, Drop A Pin delivers the perfect blend of humor and insight as they drop pins and share the unique experiences behind each one. Read More
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