Turning Points

In this episode, the hosts, Roifield Brown from the wilds of Southern Ontario and Claire Astbury from Swindon, as they dive into an exhilarating discussion with Monique and Ladi the dynamic father-daughter duo from the latest season of the BBC's "Race Across the World." They've traversed Canada by land, facing the challenges of navigation without modern conveniences, and they're here to share their incredible stories.The duo delved into the story of how they joined the show, a journey sparked by Monique's love for adventure and her persuasive abilities that convinced her father to embark on this unique challenge. Their competitive nature and zest for life were key drivers in their decision to participate, aiming not just to compete but to embrace the experience of a lifetime, exploring the landscapes of Canada without the crutch of modern technology.Their adventure across Canada was nothing short of remarkable, navigating vast terrains solely with the aid of paper maps and limited resources. Monique and Larry

Guest: Alex, the Map NerdIn this episode, we're joined by Alex, the social media sensation known as the Map Nerd, who has taken the digital world by storm with his unique insights into maps and geography. From the bustling streets of Birmingham to the serene landscapes of Lille in Northern France, we journey through tales of passion, discovery, and the ever-evolving world of maps. Plus, don't miss our special audio postcard segment that brings the world closer to you.Episode Summary:Guest Spotlight: Alex, the Map Nerd, discusses his journey from a traditional career in entertainment to becoming a social media sensation with over half a million followers. He shares insights into the world of maps in the digital age, the power of social media in shaping map content, and the importance of engaging with a community of map enthusiasts.Notable Quotes from Alex:"It shows you when you really follow your passion. People start to notice.""People want to learn. They want to know something interesting. They don't just wa

Palle Bo a Danish radio producer and modern digital nomad who aims to visit all the countries in the world. In today's captivating conversation, Clare and Roifield have the pleasure of diving into the extraordinary journey of Palle, a Danish radio producer and intrepid explorer. For the first 51 years of his life, Palle found himself rooted in the same rural part of Denmark, dedicated to his children's education. However, a revelation struck him: he could work remotely from anywhere in the world. With this newfound freedom, Palle embarked on an ambitious quest to circumnavigate the globe.Originally planning to complete his global odyssey in just 80 weeks, Palle's wanderlust grew stronger, prompting him to extend his expedition to two years, then four years, and now an incredible five-year adventure. With no desire to halt his nomadic lifestyle, Palle shares his unwavering passion for travel and the endless possibilities it brings.In our intriguing conversation, Palle unveils the artistry behind his trave

This month we look at the LGBTQIA+ community that has always found ways to exist and bond. Adam Nathaniel Furman and Joshua Mardell have brought together a team of authors to tell stories of spaces, from educational and institutional to re-appropriated and beyond, in their colorful and detailed book Queer Spaces. This book pays homage to the past, present, and future of the community, celebrating LGBTQIA+ life as powerful and deserving of its own place in history. It also looks ahead to the potential form these spaces may take in the coming years to continue promoting queer lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ken is an academic cartographer and geographer from the UK who lives in California since 2011 he teaches, talks and writes about cartography,and makes maps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roifield and Claire speak to the map man himself about his new book https://www.amazon.com/Random-Maps-World-Over-Unusual/dp/1914317068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 American Presidents PodcastDumTeeDum - A show about BBC Radio's 'The Archers'How Jamaica Conquered the WorldIntelligent Speech - interviews, conversations and presentations of ideasMap CornerMid-Atlantic - conversations about US, UK and world politicsThe Race Directors Podcast - F1The Things That Made England Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph Velasco is the Founder and CEO (Chief Experience Officer) of PhotoEnrichment Adventures and Alla Campagna Experiences, as well as a travel photography instructor and seasoned international guide who has photographed in over 70 countries on 6 continents. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In his teens, Russell Heath hitchhiked to Alaska and lived in a cabin on the banks of the Tanana River; in his twenties, he lived in Italy and then travelled overland across the Sahara, through the jungles and over the savannas of Africa and into southern Asia.In his thirties, he sailed alone around the world in a 25-foot wooden boat; in his forties, he wrote novels; and in his fifties, he bicycled the spine of the Rockies from Alaska to Mexico.He’s worked on the Alaska Pipeline, as an environmental lobbyist in the Alaska Legislature, and run a storied environmental organization fighting to protect Alaska’s coastal rain forests.He now lives in a cabin on the coast of Maine coaching business and non-profit leaders intent on making big things happen in the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rosemary J Brown Freelance is a writer, world traveller, and adventurer, who has lived in Canada, US, England and France. Now residing in London she has written a bio of one of the great pioneering women adventures of the 19th century the intrepid journalist Nellie Bly who raced through a ‘man’s world’ — alone and literally with just the clothes on her back — to beat the fictional record set by Jules Verne’s Phileas Fogg in Around the World in 80 Days. She won the race on 25 January 1890, covering 21,740 miles by ocean liner and train in 72 days, and became a global celebrity. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joni Seager has created a comprehensive and accessible analysis of up-to-the-minute global data on the key issues facing women today: equality, motherhood, feminism, the culture of beauty, women at work, in her 5th edition of her woman's atlas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

RedMapper believe in the democratization of space exploration. Using modern mapping technology they build tools that bring the planetary surface within reach of students, educators, and space enthusiasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Educator Podcast is presented by Matt Douglas, a longtime educator, former history teacher and life coach for teens and young adults. Each episode pulls back the curtain on a unique topic, from the most famous Civil War battles to the hidden world of professional comedians. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Map Men is a series of educational YouTube videos co-presented with Mark Cooper-Jones. The series premiered in 2016. It consists of around 5 minutes long videos about specific maps and abnormalities considering them. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Phoebe Smith is an adventurer, presenter, broadcaster, author, photographer, speaker and podcast host.By day she is award-winning travel writer, broadcaster and presenter, host of the Wander Woman Podcast and Sleep Storyteller-in-Residence at Calm.com. By night she’s an extreme sleeping outdoors adventurer who thrives on heading to the wildest locations she can find to sleep in the strangest places she can seek out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We speak to Portuguese Chef Davide Guimarães Martins living in Washington D.C, he is the creator of the Podcast Turning Chickens and Breaking Dishes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We speak to Rudyard Lynch of the popular YouTube channel WhatifAltHist. WhatifAltHist is a channel about how history could have been different. It explores how the past and present could have been different using examples from our present timeline, geography, culture and reasoning. The channel is dedicated to alternate histories (Example:What if the C.S.A. won the U.S. civil war) , what if scenarios (Example:What if there was a zombie apocalypse). https://www.youtube.com/user/WhatifAltHist  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This month we talk to VanDeGraph about his map related YouTube channel  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This month we speak to Father Bill Miller, an Episcopal priest who set off on a cross-country road trip with his terminally ill dog, not knowing if the dog would make it back home,.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This month we are talking to author Gideon Defoe, about his book An Atlas of Extinct CountriesWe have an audio postcard from Andy Gladwin  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.