See the Mysterious Horned Helmet of Henry VIII | Object of Intrigue | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-09-23 | Behold the horned helmet of Henry VIII, gifted to the monarch by Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I in 1514. It’s perhaps the most recognizable helmet in the world, but if you’re wondering why someone would wear a helmet that’s quite this bizarre, you’re not alone. This piece of headgear has quite a bit of a mystery about it, and the theories behind its design range from having been based on a depiction of a fool, to being modeled on Maximilian I himself. There’s quite a lot to unpack here, so settle in for a brief history in this Object of Intrigue episode with Henry Yallop, the Keeper of Edge Weapons and Armour at the Royal Armouries in Leeds. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
How Rancho Gordo Helped Catapult An Heirloom Bean Revolution | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2023-02-09 | How much do you like beans? Odds are, you don’t like them as much as the folks who are subscribed to Rancho Gordo’s Bean Club (which has so many members, there are twenty-six thousand people waiting to join!). But the love for beans isn’t just a niche interest that popped up during the pandemic. It’s a passion that spans cultures and histories—and is something that has brought disparate communities together. Bean there, done that. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
The Hidden Wonders of the Hudson Valley | Atlas Obscura x Defender Atlas Obscura 2022-12-16 | For our co-founder Dylan Thuras, moving to New York’s Hudson Valley was a surprising delight. The Hudson Valley is perfect to undertake a journey of discovery, chock-full of natural wonders and hidden histories tucked away. Dive in as Dylan and his family take us around some of their favorite hidden wonders, from flying antique airplanes to the world’s largest kaleidoscope. This video was sponsored by Defender. Click here to explore our guide to the Hudson Valley: atlasobscura.com/itineraries/the-explorer-s-guide-to-hudson-valley-ny[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Atlas Obscura Day Tripper with Angel Olsen Atlas Obscura 2022-10-20 | Angel Olsen debuted her album Big Time with a special performance at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, a historic open-air theater in Topanga Canyon built by and for blacklisted artists during the McCarthy Era. The album was recorded in the summer of 2021 with producer Jonathan Wilson at his studio just down the road from the theater, making it the perfect setting for an intimate concert premiering the songs from it.In this episode of Day Tripper we explore the history and legacy of Theatricum Botanicum and Topanga Canyon’s influence on Angel Olsen’s latest work.[ABOUT DAY TRIPPER]Atlas Obscura’s series Day Tripper brings musicians to wondrous locations around the world for intimate, once-in-a-lifetime performances. Each episode explores the power of place, delving into the unique story of each setting as well as the artist’s intimate connection to it.[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.comSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/gastroobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/gastroobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
One Street: Chinatown-International District, Seattle | Atlas Obscura x Visit Seattle Atlas Obscura 2022-10-17 | History—both personal and societal—is enshrined in Seattle's Chinatown-International District, with loyal locals coming back to time-honored, beloved institutions like Tai Tung’s or the Seattle Pinball Museum. A whole tapestry of history unfolds here, one that stretches across cultural lines and works to remember all the sacrifices of those who came before. This video was sponsored by Visit Seattle.[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Home in a Bowl of Noodles | Gastro Obscura x The Maine Office of Tourism Atlas Obscura 2022-10-10 | For owner and founder of CÔNG TỬ BỘT, Vien Dobui, it all comes down to noodles—specifically, his uncle’s noodle bowl. When the news came down that his uncle was thinking of retiring, Dobui flew back to Vietnam to learn the art of making noodles, eventually bringing it back to Portland, Maine. It’s a testament to how food and the taste of home can transcend borders and time, bridging both the past and future.This video was sponsored by Maine Office of Tourism. [ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations.[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.comSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/gastroobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/gastroobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
One Street: Georgetown, Seattle | Atlas Obscura x Visit Seattle Atlas Obscura 2022-09-28 | Seattle is filled with passionate people who not only have great ideas, but are willing to help others fulfill their own Big Ideas. Nowhere is that more evident than in Georgetown, where community spirit thrives alongside entrepreneurs chasing their visions and dreams. From one restaurateur couple’s love story to a family-owned comic store, there’s lots to explore. Streets and neighborhoods run through cities like arteries through the body, giving them life through art, food, culture, and history — powered by the people who live and work there. Come along as we embark on a journey to explore the Emerald City through its most wondrous streets.This video was sponsored by Visit Seattle.[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
One Street: Fremont Neighborhood, Seattle | Atlas Obscura x Visit Seattle Atlas Obscura 2022-09-26 | Seattle is known for a lot of things: great coffee, beautiful landscapes, and amazing people, just to name a few. The neighborhood of Fremont takes all of that and dials it up to eleven, putting on a show for the most curious wanderer willing to look a little harder under the hood. From a troll lurking under a bridge to a workshop turned music school, there’s lots to indulge even the most wondrous wanderer in Fremont. Streets and neighborhoods run through cities like arteries through the body, giving them life through art, food, culture, and history — powered by the people who live and work there. Come along as we embark on a journey to explore the Emerald City through its most wondrous streets.This video was sponsored by Visit Seattle.[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
The Carousel of Happiness | Atlas Obscura x Visit Colorado Atlas Obscura 2022-07-14 | A music box, a soldier looking for happiness, a carousel. All three things were combined to create the Carousel of Happiness in Nederland, Colorado. Inspired by a music box his sister sent him during his time in the military, Scott Harrison decided to bring to life to his vision of populating a bare carousel with an entire fleet of hand-carved animals—producing joy for the community. This video was sponsored by VISIT COLORADO.[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
How to Become A Mermaid | Atlas Obscura Tries | Atlas Obscura x Visit Florida Atlas Obscura 2022-06-03 | In this episode of Atlas Obscura Tries, our host Sarah Durn dives into the world of mythical mermaids during the two-day Sirens of the Deep Camp at Weeki Wachee Springs. Explore with us the history of The City of Live Mermaids, home to the World Famous Weeki Wachee Mermaids, a troupe, tradition, and attraction in their 75th year.This video was sponsored by Visit Florida.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Mom’s Green Spaghetti | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2022-04-29 | For New York Times’ food reporter and cookbook author Priya Krishna, her love of food started young. It all began with a book and a recipe for “green spaghetti,” sparking the idea that a recipe was part of a mini-world to explore. With her mother’s help, green spaghetti came to life on the table—and piqued a lifelong interest in delving into how food can provide a family history through the lens of what we eat. [ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Exploring The Worlds Most Incredible Natural Wonders | Atlas Obscura x YouTube Atlas Obscura 2022-04-22 | This year, YouTube and Atlas Obscura are celebrating Earth Day by visiting some of the world’s greatest natural wonders. We’ve partnered to put some of YouTube’s biggest creators in the driver’s seat as they guide us to eleven places of natural wonder in celebration of our incredible planet. From unthinkable heights and unexplored caverns to jaw-dropping waterfalls and one-of-a-kind deserts, there's so much wonder to explore—and to protect.Learn more about the campaign here: bit.ly/3LdhtAE[SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
A Legacy of Wine in Cincinnati | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2022-04-22 | Kate MacDonald is on a mission to make wine that connects to its place, and that’s just what she’s done with Skeleton Root. This winery was created to resurrect American heritage grape varieties that filled her hometown of Cincinnati in the mid-1800s, starting with the wines that put America on the map: dry still white Catawba and Catawba bubbly.[ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Real Colonial American Food with Michael Twitty | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2022-04-15 | In Colonial America, anything that flew, walked, or swam was fit to be fried, roasted, or charred over open fire. Join James Beard Award–winning author Michael W. Twitty in Virginia's 18th-century time capsule known as Colonial Williamsburg, where the legacy of millions of African Atlantic people survives in food. By recreating meals at this living museum, Twitty illustrates how African Atlantic history is instructive to culinary culture, all the way down to the barbecue we eat today. [ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Foraging for the Past in Texas | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2022-04-08 | There’s more to Texas than Tex-Mex. In this episode of Gastro Sparked, join chef Adán Medrano as he forages and cooks with quelitre native to Texas and northeastern Mexico, an edible leafy green, that connects his past with the present, using recipes and ingredients from his mother.[ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
The Joy of Eating Insects | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2022-03-31 | What’s the best type of ant to add for a citrusy twist to your meal? What does a Japanese wasp taste like? Chef and edible insect ambassador Joseph Yoon is trying to normalize eating edible insects around the world. While most might squirm at the idea, eating edible insects is rooted in environmentalism, and is one tool we can use to make an impact on sustainable food culture.Subscribe to Brooklyn Bugs on YouTube: youtube.com/c/BrooklynBugs17Learn more on their website: brooklynbugs.com[ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
How to Recreate Ancient Bread | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2022-03-25 | What did bread from ancient Pompeii taste like? Farrell Monaco knows. The experimental archaeologist replicates ancient technologies and specific ingredients, even growing her own starters, to bring to life the breads that ancient Pompeiians would have eaten. But recreating the bread goes beyond culinary curiosity—baking it is a way to understand how one simple food item can bring people together, a practice that resonates today, even as it did once in Pompeii. [ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations. [CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
What Color is Dinner? | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2022-03-18 | To Jen Monroe, the color white is about commercialism and hygiene. Yellow? Fungus and rot. Pink? A mix of childhood nostalgia and horror. The chef and artist began hosting monochromatic dinner parties after reading about an all-black funeral dinner in a book. Now, she creates edible whimsy—from white iPhone sushi to aquarium gelatin molds—for all sorts of fantastical events.[ABOUT SPARKED]Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations. [SUBSCRIBE]Want more videos like this? Subscribe here: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX[CONNECT WITH US]At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Want to explore the hidden wonders of the food world? Dig into our foods section, Gastro Obscura: atlasobscura.com/gastroSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscuraSign up for our newsletters: atlasobscura.com/newsletters
Gastro Obscura: Sparked | Trailer Atlas Obscura 2022-03-16 | Gastro Obscura’s series Sparked explores how one special bite can change an entire life. In every episode, our diverse roster of rotating guests—featuring chefs, food historians, scientists, artists, and other industry professionals—will take us on a journey in their kitchens. They’ll each answer the same question: What “Spark Food” rewired your brain, showed you that food was more than fuel, and kick-started the journey to become who you are today? Dig in to see which dishes, ingredients, recipes, and places sparked path-shifting culinary revelations.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXAt Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.comSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdXFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscuraTweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscuraExplore our Instagram: instagram.com/atlasobscura
Introducing Our New Gastro Obscura Book | Gastro Obscura Atlas Obscura 2021-10-11 | For the last four years, we’ve been hard at work building our Gastro Obscura book—a compilation of an incredible collection of more than 500 compelling entries that span all seven continents and 50 states. books.atlasobscura.com Inside, you’ll find everything from a Chilean beer made out of fog to Sardinia’s “Threads of God” pasta to Egypt’s 2,000-year-old egg ovens. Don't miss out! Order today. books.atlasobscura.com
Dylan Introduces The Atlas Obscura Podcast | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2021-03-23 | Big news from co-founder Dylan Thuras! We've launched The Atlas Obscura Podcast, a daily escape every Monday to Thursday where you can experience a hidden wonder in 15 minutes or less. Listen to the podcast below, or use these links to subscribe wherever you get your favorite podcasts. atlasobscura.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: apple.co/38tAhdySpotify: https://spoti.fi/2OlD3KMStitcher: bit.ly/2OLbomB
How a Blacksmith in Jordan Created His Own Sign Language | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-11-20 | “In this place, the way you treat someone determines who you are.” Abdullah Ahmad, a blacksmith from Wahdat, Jordan, has lived by this precept his whole life. Abdullah was born deaf, but through care, trial, and patience, has developed an improvised sign language largely unique to him and his family and friends. Join us for an intimate glimpse into Abdullah’s world, as he demonstrates how he navigates the stigma of disability in the city. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Naples’s Cult of the Souls of Purgatory | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-10-28 | “When you enter the Cemetery delle Fontanelle, it feels like you are going down to hell, descending into the underworld.” In Naples, members of the cult of the souls of purgatory practice an ancient tradition, where they express devotion to the skulls of lost or abandoned souls in order to help them seek salvation and make their way out of purgatory. The tradition lives on underneath the city as a representation of the unusually close relationship Neapolitans have with death. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
A Pyramid With Astounding Acoustics and a History of Miracles | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-10-07 | Up until this year, thousands of people of all faiths traveled to Lithuania’s Dzūkija National Park to meditate inside a glass dome. The structure was inspired by an incident in 1990, when a boy named Povilas Zekas was told by a mysterious voice that he would have the gift of divine conversation. In 2002, to commemorate what some believe to be a miracle, Zekas built the "Pyramid of Merkine" and added a glass dome for protection, turning it into a New Age marvel that’s said to channel divine energy. Belief aside, come to indulge in the acoustic marvels the dome creates. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Musings On the World, In Typewriter Poetry | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-09-09 | “Are we foolish for making homes out of those moving targets, who are other people? Or is it what happens when you stop asking the question, and begin living?” Afrose Fatima Ahmed is a traveling poet who, along with her trusty typewriter, has traveled across the contiguous United States in pursuit of an idea of home. Born out of grief after a personal tragedy, Afrose’s project—”Poem Store,” impromptu typewritten poetry for strangers—is an opportunity to connect with other people in a common quest for belonging. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
The Female Shark Spotter Protecting Réunion Island’s Surfers | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-08-26 | Réunion Island, some 400 miles east of Madagascar, is one of the highest-risk locations for shark encounters in the world. Surfing there is illegal except for two small, netted areas, patrolled by a small team of shark spotters known as Vigie Requin, or Shark Lookout. Meet Nelly Guichard—the only female shark spotter on this squad—as she braves dangerous conditions to help keep surfers safe.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Peek Inside NYC’s Iconic Rubber Stamp Shop | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-08-19 | John Casey is the owner of East Village mainstay Casey Rubber Stamps, a local landmark that has endured for almost two decades. The iconic stamp and ink shop, located on East 11th Street in downtown New York, is beloved by locals. For years, residents and tourists alike have swung by to buy and make their own novelty rubber stamps. Watch this short film from filmmakers Eric Maierson and Leandro Badalotti for a glimpse into Casey’s intricate stamp-making process. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Reviving the Lost Art of Cambodian Shadow Puppetry | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-08-12 | Meet Mann Kosal, founder of the Sovanna Phum Center in Cambodia and a master of large shadow puppetry, an ancient art that dates back to before the Angkorian period in the seventh century. During the brutal regime of the Khmer Rouge in the 1970s, the form of expression and storytelling all but disappeared; at least 80 percent of artists, including shadow puppeteers, had been killed. It’s Kosal’s quest to revive this nearly lost art and help it take center stage in Cambodia’s culture once more. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Meet Nepal’s Mountain Porters | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-08-05 | Meet the porters of Nepal, who work long days, sometimes even weeks, transporting baggage and materials around the steep, mountainous terrain of the Khumbu region. Being a local porter, some of whom belong to the Sherpa ethnic group, is a tough, thankless job, especially outside of the more coveted jobs in the tourist trade. Some begin transporting materials around the mountains as teens, and many are forced to continue because of a lack of other opportunities. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Meet Ms. Showtime: Motorcyclist, Poet, Trailblazer | Local Legends | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-07-29 | Marian “Ms. Showtime” Peterson is a force to be reckoned with. Since her youth, she’s forged her own path in the world, challenging gender stereotypes and unashamedly chasing her passions on the streets of Los Angeles—on two wheels. Peterson’s accomplishments in the male-dominated world of motorcycling are legendary: She was the first woman to join the Magnificent 7 motorcycle club and, in recognition of her skills, was named a Road Captain to boot.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Meet a Former CIA Chief of Disguise | Object of Intrigue | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-07-22 | Meet Jonna Mendez, the former CIA Chief of Disguise (a real job!). During her tenure, Mendez oversaw the equipment used by spies to conceal their identities, including a five-second mask, which had been inspired by Hollywood. The technology, developed over a period of 10 years, allowed for facial movement—and, unlike its cinematic counterparts, which required hours in the makeup chair, it could be put on and removed at a moment’s notice. Listen to Mendez explain the ins and outs of this unique piece of spy technology. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX To learn more about the International Spy Museum's collection of unique objects, visit their website here: spymuseum.org And a special thanks to Clint Emerson, the owner of this fascinating mask.At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Demystifying Denver Airport’s Conspiracies | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-07-16 | You may have heard of the Blue Mustang, the infamous giant blue equine sculpture outside Denver International Airport. But the Blue Mustang is only one of many conspiracy theories circling the DIA’s artwork. When Leo Tanguma painted a series of murals for the Denver International Airport, he had no idea that they would become a lightning rod for conspiracy theories and controversy over the murals’ perceived meaning; despite his attempts to explain the true meaning behind the murals, the firestorm of negative conjecture continues to roll on.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Meet the Genius Behind America’s Best Roadside Attraction | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-07-08 | Meet Erika Nelson, the artist behind—deep breath—the World’s Largest Collection of the World’s Smallest Versions of the World’s Largest Things. In this episode of Show & Tell, she takes us through her own unique collection, which helped inspire what is arguably America’s best roadside attraction. From the Thing (no, really!) to a cow hairball, check out what inspires Nelson’s unusual take on the world. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Meet an Auctioneer of the Unusual | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-07-01 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras speaks with Gabe Fajuri of Potter & Potter Auctions, located in Chicago, Illinois, which focuses on all sorts of unusual objects and ephemera. From vintage magic-related memorabilia to acrobatic automatons, Fajuri has a varied, diverse collection to show off. Stay tuned to see him demonstrate the art of auctioneering and show off a skull that sold for a whopping $13,000! Want to see other unique collections? Check out our full Show and Tell series here! https://trib.al/5dQGKSDSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
What the Archaeology of Pull-Tabs Says About Humankind | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-06-25 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Atlas Obscura staff writer Jessica Leigh Hester talks with Jobbe Wijnen, a “pull-tab archaeologist” based out of the Netherlands. Pull tabs are those small metal things that open cans of beer and soda! Wijnen has amassed more than 3,000 of them, a collection he is continually working to categorize. He has even opened up his work to citizen scientists, so the next time you see a pull tab wedged in the dirt, consider sending it to him. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
How a Cartographer Drew North America, Freehand | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-06-17 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Atlas Obscura staff writer Jessica Leigh Hester speaks with artist and cartographer Anton Thomas, who draws maps of the world by hand with colored pencils. Thomas employs meticulous detail to depict everything from destructive earthquakes to mythical beasts. Check out Thomas’s custom mapmaking tools, the original North America map, and all the whimsical details that live in his creations. You can find Anton on Instagram at @anton.thomas or explore his website here! antonthomasart.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Become a member here: http://atlasobscura.com/membershipAt Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Discover Puzzle Boxes and Illusions in a Secret Wonder Emporium | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-06-11 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras speaks with Dan Buck, co-owner of Art of Play, a wonder emporium of cards, illusions, magic tricks, and puzzles in San Diego. Join Dylan on a virtual tour of Dan’s secret showroom, with its rare Japanese wooden puzzle boxes, designer playing cards, custom automata, and other magical surprises.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Magnet Fishing: What’s at the Bottom of Van Cortlandt Lake? | Atlas Obscura Tries | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-06-10 | On this episode of Atlas Obscura Tries, our Editorial Director Samir S. Patel learns how to magnet fish—the art of using a high-powered magnet to “fish” for metal debris in bodies of water. Samir discovered magnet fishing on Reddit, where enthusiasts have posted videos of incredible finds, from motorcycles to go-karts. Watch Samir plumb the depths of Van Cortlandt Lake in the Bronx, and check out the smelly catch of the day!Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
A Gigantic Treehouse Full of Memories—and a Dance Floor | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-06-04 | When Buddy Melvin set out to build a treehouse in 1997, he only planned for one room. Today the sprawling structure has 16, including bars, bedrooms, a pool room, and a dance floor. At the heart of the treehouse is an enormous trunk, which continues to grow, fed by the subterranean stream below. Buddy’s treehouse has a few broken floorboards and crooked beams, but he likes it that way. Used as a gathering space for dance parties and motorcycle groups, the treehouse is home to many happy memories.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Meet the First Asian-American World Champion Drag Racer | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-06-03 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras speaks with dragster driving legend Al Young. The first Asian-American world champion drag racer, Al is also a kung fu master, long-time teacher, and direct descendant of Chinese-American railroad workers. At 73, his passion for racing hasn’t dwindled, and he still builds customized race cars from his garage in Seattle. Get an inside look at Al’s high-powered cars, hear stories about overcoming personal obstacles, and learn more about Chinese-American history.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX And become a member here! atlasobscura.com/membershipAt Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
How a Local Artist’s Phoenix Rose From the Ashes of Paradise, California | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-29 | In the wake of the disastrous and deadly Camp Fire, former Paradise, California, resident and community artist Jessie Mercer wanted to make something from the remnants of the town’s lost homes. Gathering more than 18,000 donated keys to homes, churches, schools, businesses, and cars, Jessie created an 800-pound sculpture of the mythological phoenix—a bird that is born again from the ashes of its predecessor. The finished piece, now in the Building Residency Center in Paradise, is a powerful symbol of loss and rebuilding.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Behind the Scenes with Nico Coxs Mechanical Magic | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-27 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Atlas Obscura staff writer Jessica Leigh Hester speaks with Nico Cox, an antiquarian horologist—that is, one who fixes old clockwork mechanisms. Away from her wondrous workshop, Nico has several projects to tinker with at home, including the restoration of a player piano and porcelain ceramics of magical cryptids. Learn more about mechanical magic, the mysteries of a piano that plays itself, and a funky lava lamp!Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX And check out Nico's website here: memoriatechnica.com Nico can be found on Instagram at @nicocurioAt Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
How Rock Climbers Saved a Texas Ranch | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-22 | For over a century, the Reimers family opened its Texas ranch to outdoor enthusiasts. But in 2003, Milton Reimers decided to sell the property, and offered it to Travis County. To keep the land public, a dedicated group of rock climbers rounded up 10,000 signatures to hold a bond election to finance the purchase for public use. It worked, and today Reimers Ranch is considered a world-class rock-climbing destination.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Field Museum at Home: Bugs, Taxidermy, and Other Collections | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-20 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras and staff writer Jessica Leigh Hester speak with six employees of the Field Museum in Chicago about their personal collections. Among them are a fluorescent scorpion, a taxidermied squirrel, a miniature replica of a living room, and a unique pinned wasp! Isolated and unable to interact with the museum’s natural history exhibits, these Field Museum employees still have access to wonder.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
How Chinese Folk Dancers Continue to Practice During Quarantine | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-15 | For the Xuejuan Dance Ensemble, practice continues despite a stay-at-home order in Virginia. According to the ensemble’s director, Xuejuan Feng, teaching classical Chinese dance online is difficult because it requires dancers to have shen yun, or “body rhythm,” but her students still meet virtually to practice. Chinese folk dance reflects regional and cultural differences, and offers Chinese-American dancers a connection to their ancestors. The pandemic has led to the cancellation of exciting national competitions, but for some it has offered more time to hone their flexibility, skills, and fan dances.Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Inside the Worlds Biggest Hot Sauce Collection | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-13 | In this episode of Show & Tell, Gastro Obscura associate editor Anne Ewbank speaks with Vic Clinco, an avid hot sauce fan with the (unofficial) largest collection of hot sauces in the world. Clinco’s collection started 22 years ago, when his wife gifted him a few bottles for Christmas. Today his collection is around 9,200 bottles, organized by region, including a shelf dedicated solely to Tabasco. Clinco also has rare bottles, such as hand-blown ones in the shape of a Carolina Reaper, a hot sauce grenade, and a bottle of crystalized capsaicin oil that clocks in at 16 million Scoville Heat Units—making it the hottest on the planet. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Coyolillo’s Carnival Is a Celebration of Afro-Mexican Culture | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-08 | Once a year, the people of Coyolillo, adorned in intricate masks and vibrant flower crowns, flood the streets to celebrate their Afro-Mexican heritage. They have been historically discriminated against in Mexico, and were recently acknowledged in the nation’s census. However, for Carnival, people young and old disguise themselves in traditional masks to show pride in their roots. Shot, directed and edited by Rachel Clara Reedhttp://www.rachelclarareed.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
The Magic of Imperfect Objects With Jessica Oreck | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-05-06 | Jessica Oreck’s collection may not be filled with items of great value, but her appreciation for everyday things will inspire you to take a second look at the world around you. Jessica finds creative ways to repurpose her finds—from improperly made dice to three-legged animal miniatures—in stop-motion films, collaged postcards, and other forms. Check out Myriapod Productions for more of Jessica’s work. myriapodproductions.comCheck out her Instagram here: instagram.com/office.of.collectingSubscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Arts and Crafts with The Gourd Lady | Show and Tell | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-04-29 | Even though she’s sheltering at home, Graham Ottoson has plenty to keep her busy at Gourdlandia. Nicknamed “The Gourd Lady,” Graham transforms gourds of all shapes and sizes into instruments, lamps, clocks, and other decor. In this episode of Show & Tell, Graham teaches Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras the process behind her gourd-geous craft, from pollinating plants to carving with specialized gourd saws! Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
Explore South Africa’s Forest Beneath the Waves | Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura 2020-04-28 | If you take a short swim from Cape Town, South Africa, you might bear witness to a kelp forest, a unique ecosystem teeming with diverse aquatic life. Unfortunately, these kelp forests are under threat from rising sea temperatures. Meet the community that’s formed around the 1,200-kilometer-long Great African Sea Forest, which attracts researchers, divers, and more to its enchanting underwater grove. Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX At Atlas Obscura, our mission is to inspire wonder and curiosity about the incredible world we all share. See where we’re exploring here: atlasobscura.com Subscribe for more videos like this: https://trib.al/GD9qhdX Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/atlasobscura Tweet us: twitter.com/atlasobscura
