The Atlas Obscura Podcast

Environmental journalist Shannon Osaka discusses the fascinating 15,000-year-old tree in Jurupa Valley, facing threats from a housing project. The clash between development and environmental protection highlights the challenges of land rights and conservation in the face of economic growth.

Meet John Allen, a researcher at the ATF Fire Research Laboratory, where investigators recreate arson attacks. They analyze burn patterns and discuss fire safety, different types of fires, and preventing home fires. Learn about the challenges of fire investigation and the evolution of fire safety.

Atlas Obscura's Gemma Tarlach shares what it's like to step inside a relic from the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration, and to find traces of a famous lost party of explorers.READ MORE IN THE ATLAS: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/discovery-hut Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Veteran meteorite hunter Steve Arnold discusses the exciting pursuit of hunting meteorites, recounting his experiences from the TV show Meteorite Men. The podcast explores the challenges, competition, and financial rewards of meteorite hunting, highlighting the significance of prompt study for scientific research.

Iconic 80s figure David Hasselhoff has a shrine in a Berlin hostel. Discover the unexpected connection between Hasselhoff and Germany through artifacts. Explore the rise of Hasselhoff as a singer and symbol of German reunification.

Join explorer and co-founder, Dylan Thuras, as he shares how the Corn Palace, House on the Rock, and Gold Medal Flour have shaped his life. From childhood road trips to transformative experiences in Budapest, explore the impact of unique destinations on his passion for discovery.

How a woman in her 70s inspired some of the biggest labor uprisings in American history. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This elaborate architecture throughout Iran served a very unique purpose - gathering pigeon guano. READ MORE IN THE ATLAS: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/pigeon-towers-iran Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Travel writer Susan Orlean is an admitted terrible tourist. But she’s an expert at getting lost – with a purpose. Today, she takes us to some of the places that have shaped her life. And she talks about throwing out the guidebook – opening herself up to these experiences – and the art of getting lost. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Barry Enderwick has made and tasted more than 1000 sandwiches from across history. Today, he and Dylan make – and eat three sandwiches that each tell us something about history, culture, and ourselves. Pre-order Barry’s book, Sandwiches of History: The Cookbook, today!  We also have a new book coming  Pre-order a copy of Wild Life today! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.