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Uncovering The Corners Of The World
Hosted by Karina Kosmala · EN
Host Karina Kosmala, through in-depth research, invites you to join her on the journey to explore unique places in the United States and around the world. You won't even have to leave your home unless you want to.
Music credit to "McCarthy" by Blue Dot Sessions (seasons 1-6)
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111. Pennsylvania - Scripture Rocks Heritage Park, Rocky Statue, Mutter Museum, and Indian Echo Caverns
Apr 400:08:53Tap to summarizeSquirrels and chipmunks scurry around the forest, jumping on boulders with biblical verses on them at the Scripture Rocks Heritage Park, our first stop this week. Next, we climb the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and then walk to a museum known for its extensive collection of medical artifacts. Lastly, we explore the Indian Echo Caverns.
Transcribe →110. Pennsylvania - Kinzua Bridge and Independence National Historical Park
Mar 100:09:05Tap to summarizeLooking down from the pedestrian bridge in a forest in Pennsylvania, we find Kinzua Bridge (or at least what was left of the bridge after a tornado struck it). Next, we travel to the “Birthplace of the United States” to walk through Elfreth's Alley and Independence Hall. Lastly, we visit the Liberty Bell Center and the Museum of the American Revolution.
Transcribe →109. Beyond University of Nebraska’s Walls With Collin Sugg – Pt. 2
Jan 2500:19:00Tap to summarizeWhere was the iconic Reuben sandwich invented? What can you find at the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia in Lincoln, Nebraska? Are there any museums worth visiting in Nebraska? In the second part of my conversation with Collin about Nebraska, Collin dives into the history of the iconic corned beef and Swiss cheese sandwich invented in Nebraska, the Reuben sandwich. While in Nebraska, he ate lunch in a café housed in a former firehouse station, toured the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, watched a musical chronicling the life of Tina Turner, and attended a play where his sister designed the costumes.
Transcribe →108. Beyond University of Nebraska’s Walls With Collin Sugg – Pt.1
Jan 1900:16:34Tap to summarizeWelcome to season 7! Happy New Year! What is the “Go Big Red” exhibit at the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln? How does the Native American museum in Nebraska compare to the Native American museum in New Mexico? Who has been inducted into the University of Nebraska Athletic Hall of Fame?While visiting his sister at the University of Lincoln, Nebraska, Collin takes a few days to explore the area. On this week’s episode, he shares his day-to-day adventures from taking a stroll through a garden to touring the University of Nebraska’s sports hall of fame.*In this episode, I'm testing new music at the beginning. Music credit to Makesoundmusic (Adventure Intro)
Transcribe →107. New Mexico Cultural Quest With Collin Sugg - Pt. 2
Dec 300:13:21Tap to summarizeWhat artworks can be found at the Museum of International Folk Art? Which church in New Mexico is considered the “Oldest Church” in the United States? Where was the Western TV series Longmire filmed? Collin Sugg continues to share his adventures in New Mexico, where he visited iconic churches, learned about Native Americans' culture, and grabbed a bite at a tavern that was featured in the TV Show Longmire.
Transcribe →106. New Mexico Cultural Quest With Collin Sugg - Pt. 1
Nov 1700:18:39Tap to summarizeWhat is the legend behind the sacred staircase at the Loretto Chapel? How did Georgia O'Keeffe portray New Mexico in her artwork? Who was Kit Carson? Collin Sugg returns to discuss his long-awaited trip to New Mexico, where he explored art museums, churches, and savored local cuisine.
Transcribe →105. Navigating British Culture With Victoria and Julia Kosmala
Oct 2600:22:10Tap to summarize"I'm right-handed, but I prefer, I think I'd prefer driving here [in England], cause you know, I drive here longer..." explained Julia as she shared her experiences driving on both sides of the road. Victor and Julia Kosmala share a little bit about the history of Cleethorpes, their misadventures with birds, and driving on the right and left sides of the road.
Transcribe →104. British Culinary Delights With Victoria and Julia Kosmala
Oct 1200:23:16Tap to summarize"You came to Britain and you didn't even bring ranch [dressing]" are the words my British-Polish cousin Victoria Kosmala uttered when describing the differences between American and British food. I'm joined by my charismatic and candid cousins, Victoria and Julia Kosmala, who take me on a culinary adventure through England. We explore the strangest British food combinations and the best places to eat a tasty treat in England.
Transcribe →103. England - The Home Farm Dairy, Greenwich Meridian Line, and ‘Smallest Pub on the Planet’
Sep 2800:08:05Tap to summarizeWe pack our bags and fly about 4,000 miles from Chicago, Illinois, to London, England. As we drive towards Cleethorpes, we visit a farm to try a scoop of cold, creamy soft-serve ice cream. Next, we look for the line of zero longitude in Cleethorpes. Lastly, we buy a local brewed lager at the Signal Box Inn, a pub in an 8 ft by 8 ft building (2.4 m by 2.4 m).
Transcribe →102. WI - Grandad Bluff, World's Largest Six Pack, and Lumberjack World Championships
Aug 1500:08:16Tap to summarizeOn a 600-foot-high cliff, we search for the Mississippi River Valley in La Crosse before we search for the World’s Largest Six Pack with the Heileman's Old Style Lager logo in town. Then, we yell a “Yo-Ho!” to cheer on the lumberjacks and lumberjills at the 65th Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward.
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