Podcasts about adirondacks

(Sep 16, 2025) A local nonprofit has been leading an effort to train officers across the Adirondacks; Today's North Country at Work story starts in childhood, from growing up cleaning grounds and shucking corn for the family business;  and astronomer Aileen O'Donoghue guides us through what to look for in this month's night sky.

(Sep 16, 2025) It's been over five years since a state mandate called on police departments to address racial bias in their work. We hear from a local nonprofit that's been leading an effort to train officers across the Adirondacks. Also: Canton businessman, community booster, and St. Lawrence County legislator Daniel Fay died Saturday at 81 years old.

September 14, 1901. Midnight in the Adirondacks. A pounding knock at the door jolts Theodore and Edith Roosevelt awake. William McKinley is dead. Hours later, Theodore will be sworn in as the youngest president in U.S. history. But Edith barely flinches—her diary that day notes her children's sniffles before her husband's rise to power. Who was this woman who grew up alongside Theodore, helped shape his presidency, reinvented the role of First Lady, and yet tried to erase her own story from the record?  Special thanks to Kathleen Dalton, author of Theodore Roosevelt: A Strenuous Life; and Edward O'Keefe, author of The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President. O'Keefe is also the CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, set to open next 4th of July. Artwork: Studio portrait of Edith and Theodore Roosevelt seated together, by Walter Scott Shinn, 1916. Get in touch: historythisweekpodcast@history.com  Follow on Instagram: @historythisweek Follow on Facebook: ⁠HISTORY This Week Podcast⁠ To stay updated: http://historythisweekpodcast.com Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/history-this-week/id1493453604  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2YFm0ezrXmMqLXbxgZpkmd?si=9a84fadee11447d4  Audacy: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/history-this-week-71b4d To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(Sep 15, 2025) Mining used to be a pillar of the North Country economy, but, except for specific cases, it's mostly disappeared today. An old zinc mine in St. Lawrence County is getting a new life as one of the country's only sources of graphite. Also: The APA approved a new solar farm in Clinton County last week, sparking a debate over land use in the Adirondacks.

SUP CUZ!! Let's have some fun and listen to some stories. Show notes:All sound effects found on https://pixabay.com/Story 1: A large Family by Helen Tyler found in “Them Thar Hills; Folk tales of the Adirondacks.”https://localwiki.org/hsl/Helen_Tylerhttps://www.rare-books.com/adirondacks/helen-escha-tyler-in-them-thar-hillsCrews tear down DC homeless encampment after Trump said residents must leave | NBC4 WashingtonThe White House says uncooperative homeless people will be arrested in DChttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2110me5g4oStory 2: My Father's Old Riding Horse as written down by Ivana Akotowaa Ofori in “Myths, Gods, & immortals : Anansi"https://blog.flametreepublishing.com/fantasy-gothic/myths-gods-immortals-contents-announcement-anansi#:~:text=Publishing%20in%20January%202025%20alongside,origins%20and%20interpretations%20of%20Anansi.https://bookshop.org/shop/busboysbooksMusic: https://pixabay.com/music/afrobeat-waterfall-afrobeat-x-african-x-reggae-beat-x-afro-instrumental-181393/Story 3: The Mojo from “The annotated African American Folktales” edited by the famous Henry Louis Gates Jr and Maria Tatar. https://video.search.yahoo.com/search/video?fr=mcafee&p=The+Sandman+luciver+vs.+morhious&type=E210US714G0#id=1&vid=9d857c2f9490158a16d62049bc29694d&action=clickhttps://archive.org/details/narrativeoflifeo1846doughttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-RmmTYxiGc&list=PLe_q7nNxJyzcDlm68U2YmDYTl_SQXDFai&index=37

(Sep 10, 2025) Gov. Kathy Hochul was in Plattsburgh yesterday to attend the grand opening of a bus manufacturer that helped save hundreds of local jobs and highlight funding for northern border security; federal officials arrested dozens of people at a food processing plant in Central New York last week; and North Words host Mitch Teich talks with Giles Blunt about his new book "Bad Juliet," which is set at a tuberculosis sanitarium in the Adirondacks.

The North Country is alive with culture as evidenced by the three remarkable institutions we welcome to the program this morning.Adirondack Film brings world cinema to local audiences, showcasing international films and fostering conversations about art and storytelling. John Brown Lives! honors the abolitionist's Adirondack legacy by connecting history with today's struggles for justice and equality through education and cultural programming. The Adirondack Center for Writing champions writers and readers of all backgrounds with workshops, residencies, and events that celebrate the power of words.Together, these organizations enrich the Adirondacks, making the region a hub for film, history, and literature.

ADK Talks: Chasing Colors: The Adirondacks' Best Fall AdventuresIn this brisk, handy fall guide, we map the Adirondacks region by region—from Lake George up through the High Peaks and out to the Adirondack Coast—sharing on-the-ground tips, quick stories, and can't-miss events.  Fall in the Adirondacks is peak season — and we've got your insider's guide. From the breathtaking dawn hot air balloon launches in Queensbury to the serene Lake George cruises, the lively Oktoberfests, the artistry of glassblown pumpkins, and the enchanting Great Adirondack Moose Festival, Jane and Steve share their top picks for foliage adventures that promise unique experiences. Explore hidden history at Fort Ticonderoga and the North Star Underground Railroad Museum, sip farm-to-glass ales at Ausable Brewing, and cozy up at glamping retreats like Huttopia. Whether you're chasing color on scenic drives, looking for family fun, or planning a foodie weekend, this episode is packed with practical tips and local favorites.

(Sep 5, 2025) On today's Story of the Day, North Country at Work brings us a story about how a career in the performing arts led a Midwesterner to the Adirondacks. Also: NCPR News Director David Sommerstein reports from the starting line of the Adirondack Canoe Classic, known as the 90-miler.

(Sep 5, 2025) Unsettled weather will continue through the weekend. High Peaks windchills in mid-30s. Fire Danger is High. 90-Miler Weekend!

This episode brings back our frequent guest, Kristopher Williams, of PRISM (Partnerships for Regional Invasive Species Management). Eight PRISMs exist across New York State and work to prevent or minimize the harm caused by invasive species on our environment, economy, and health and welfare of residents. PRISMs are intended to coordinate invasive species management functions including coordinating partner efforts, recruiting and training citizen volunteers, identifying and delivering education and outreach, establishing early detection monitoring networks and implementing direct eradication and control efforts. Regional partnerships with nonprofits, municipalities, conservation groups and volunteers are devised to cast the widest net for control over an enemy that recognizes no artificial borders. The Capital Region Prism ranges from the Catskills to the Adirondacks, encompassing eleven Counties and three million acres. Kris is our go-to expert about all things invasive. We previously have talked to him about invasive plants, insects and diseases. Today we asked Kris to tell us some of the success stories about his long career as an environmental advocate. Our earlier conversations with Kris have aired in episodes 23, 24 and 31, in case you want to look a little deeper into his work. The team has five core members and sixteen seasonal members on staff. Their mission is to coordinate all available resources, public and private, along with volunteers, to combat the multitude of invasive problems and organize alternatives. Their mission includes massive public lands and advisory status for privately owned properties. They act as the glue, Kris says, to hold all entities together. PRISM delivers science and educational programs for maximum impact, and always keeps in mind the different objectives of local and statewide groups. Tim asked Kris for some success stories, since we have discussed so many problems in the past. Kris listed some of the lasting beneficial effects: people achieve self-actuation by becoming aware of and seeking resolutions to invasive incursions; celebrating local impacts to inspire further efforts; there is now an exposition on invasives every two years; college-level programs are now available educating about invasives and remedies. The conversation drifted to the emotional part of treatment of invasives. Most of them got here because they were introduced for a particular feature, and then “escaped” because they were prolific and had no natural enemies. There are also “sleeper” invasives, a new designation. These are known invasives that are still being sold to the public. Unfortunately sixty-one per cent of all invasives are still being sold. There is a patchwork of states regulating and actively banning sale of certain plants. One success story Kris talks about is the Grassland Bird Trust. Washington County had a 20,000 acre trust facing the issue of dealing with invasives. A management plan was devised and a board established. Kris detailed the progress over several years as a management system was put into place and assessed for success year by year. Tim asked about what happens with much smaller efforts, and Kris described available training in IPM (integrated pest management) and land management as well as other volunteer-led controls, with consultation with PRISM staff. Basic measurements to assess success include removal, restoration, and adapting responses to predetermined thresholds. There's a lot of issues associated with invasive species management. Stay tuned for more in the next episode (Part 2). Hosts: Tim Kennelty and Jean Thomas Guest: Kristopher Williams Photo: Grassland Bird Trust Production Assistance: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Amy Meadows, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski, Jean Thomas Resources

(Sep 3, 2025) The Adirondack '90-Miler' Canoe Classic is a massive logistical undertaking to keep everyone safe and everything running smoothly. From safety boats to pit crew volunteers, we check in with the logistics coordinator behind the Adirondacks' biggest paddling race, which is this weekend. Also: The massive butter sculpture at the New York State Fair isn't going into the garbage; it's being turned into electricity.

Ask us a question, or tell us what you thought of this episode!How many kids are in your school? Not your class, your WHOLE SCHOOL. In Indian Lake (that's the town our hamlet of Blue Mountain Lake is in) there are just over 100 Kindergarten-12th grade students. In an elementary school we visit in Utica, there are almost 500–and that doesn't include middle or high school! But what if your school was so small that all the students could fit in one room? That was the reality for many kids in the early days of public school, especially in rural areas like here in the Adirondacks. For many years kids around New York state went to school in tiny One Room Schoolhouses. Listen to this episode of ADKXtra Credit to learn more about what it was like to attend a one room schoolhouse of the past.

Krista Petrie and Debbie Clouthier might just be the fastest “slow hikers” you'll ever meet. Joining forces with West Rock Ramblers Anna G(arsten), Josh Gaetjen, and AFB, these Canadian adventurers bring stories that range from the White Mountains to the Arctic and everywhere in between. We first crossed paths with Krista and Debbie during our Owl's Head adventure in the Whites, and immediately knew we had to get them on Cultra.  We expected good stuff, but at times we were flat-out speechless. The conversation covers it all: Trail running and peak bagging in the Whites and Adirondacks Multi-day treks through Iceland, Nepal, and Patagonia Debbie's years cooking in the Canadian Arctic, with wolves, wolverines, and the occasional polar bear for company Krista's transition from competitive soccer to marathon canoe racing—and her not-so-casual run-ins with grizzlies in Kluane National Park Somewhere between wolf attacks, soggy tents, and the classic “mile and a half” sign-off, we also discovered that progressive lenses are apparently mandatory “slide” gear once you hit your 50s. Who knew? Gear nerds, don't worry, we also get into mountain weather prep, bear safety (Polar, Griz, Black, no Panda) and winter hiking essentials like snowshoes, microspikes, and extra layers. Along the way, we debate Adirondacks vs. Whites, swap stories about unexpected trail meetups, and laugh about why some hikers insist on packing half their house “just in case.” Spoiler alert: the legendary Debbie Clouthier is 73 years old and still hiking circles around the rest of us—even when we're “running.” Follow Krista on Instagram @KPWOUTDOORS Check out KPW Outdoors  Follow Deb on FB Links to Author Eli Burakian  Sorry that I drew a blank during the episode  Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/hQ4dgfcaqR0 Whenever Hal and Lee sit down with their longtime friends Joe and Steve from the Adirondacks, good times and great insights are sure to abound! This episode didn't disappoint, and while we had to end it somewhere these guys could have gone on for days dropping knowledge and laughing the whole time. They took a look at the guns that Steve and Joe use and talked in depth about the importance of knowing your gun, with some great stories that drove that lesson home for them.

In this episode of The Big Buck Theory, we sit down with Todd Mead, a prolific outdoor writer from the Adirondacks who has spent decades chasing big whitetail bucks across the country. Todd has lived a life full of adventure in the deer woods, and his stories bring out the raw challenge, excitement, and tradition of pursuing whitetails in some of the toughest terrain.We dive into his writing career, his hunting experiences in the Adirondacks and beyond, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're a seasoned deer hunter or just love hearing great hunting stories, this is one you won't want to miss.This is also a full video podcast, so if you want to see the conversation as it happened, check it out on our YouTube channel!

Bigfoot. UFOs. Ghost stories. A campfire tends to inspire people to share spooky tales and thoughts of all things paranormal, and this week, Josh and I are having another paranormal campfire chat, this time at Oxbow Lake in the Adirondacks! Josh shares a story told to him by a coworker about two Bigfoot babies that crossed the road in front of two men late at night - for two consecutive nights. We also discuss the vastness of the universe and the horrifying variety of extraterrestrial life that could be out there, if aliens do indeed exist. And we talk about how the paranormal community can be full of sensationalized stories, interesting yet unfair debates, and the overall philosophy of fear. Why do we try to scare ourselves while sitting around a campfire, deep in the woods?Chapters:5:15 - Strange screams heard near our camp9:24 - Bigfoot juveniles seen on a road late at night, two nights in a row25:13 - Bigfoot sightings in residential areas, and the sensationalism of Sasquatch stories40:34 - The vastness of space and alien life - why do they always look humanoid?50:39 - The culture of campfire stories and why we like to scare ourselves1:02:18 - Debate within the paranormal community, ego, and the need to be right#bigfoot #ufos #campfirestories #camping #adirondacks #adirondackmountains #ghoststories Links!Follow us on Social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oddanduntold/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oddanduntoldWebsite: https://www.oddanduntold.comEmail me! : jason@oddanduntold.comMerch Store: https://oddanduntold.creator-spring.comParanormal Campfire Chat with Josh Diaz: Bigfoot Encounter at Good Luck Lake & MoreParanormal Campfire Chat: Silver Lake Wilderness - Spooky Cemeteries, Ghost Towns, and BigfootJosh's YouTube Channel: @diazwildernessadventures5398 Spooky Island Radio: @spookyislandradio Check out Riversend, the band behind "Moonlight," our awesome theme music!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1yIwfeu2cH1kDZaMYxKOUe?si=NIUijnmsQe6LNWOsfZ2jPwRiversend Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiversendbandRiversend Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riversendband/

A Force for Nature: David Gibson on Paul Schaefer's Adirondack LegacyWhat does it take to protect six million acres of wild Adirondack Park? In this episode of ADK Talks, we sit down with David Gibson, conservation leader and author of A Force for Nature: Paul Schaefer's Adirondack Coalitions. Gibson takes us deep into the remarkable story of Paul Schaefer, the man who rallied hunters, anglers, labor unions, conservationists, and everyday citizens into powerful coalitions that forever changed the fate of the Adirondacks, preserving its wilderness and beauty for generations to come.Together we explore:Paul Schaefer's origins — from childhood explorations in Schenectady and Baker's Mills to his lifelong passion for wilderness.The fight for “Forever Wild” — how Schaefer defended Article 14 of the New York State Constitution and blocked massive dam projects that would have flooded the Upper Hudson and Moose River Plains.Adirondack coalitions explained — how Schaefer connected unlikely allies, from hunting clubs to labor unions, to stand together for conservation.Lessons for today — Schaefer's legacy is not just a story of the past, but a source of inspiration and empowerment in the era of climate change. It demonstrates how ordinary citizens can still make a significant impact in the fight for conservation.David Gibson's perspective — his personal connection to Schaefer, his role as co-founder of Adirondack Wild: Friends of the Forest Preserve, and why he continues the fight for wilderness today.Whether you're a lifelong Adirondacker or simply inspired by wild places, this episode will give you a new appreciation for the people and stories behind the Park's protection.Mentioned in this Episode:Paul SchaeferUnion College Kelly Adirondack CenterAdirondack Wild: Friends of the Forest PreserveGet the “A Force for Nature”: Syracuse University PressSiamese Pond WildernessAdirondack Interpretive Center (AIC) in NewcombLove the show? Rate & review us—it helps other Adirondack lovers find us to discover more ADK insights.Subscribe and never miss our insider stories about the best people, places, and history of the Adirondacks.Share this episode with someone who loves history, travel, or the Adirondack Park. Let's spread the love for the Adirondacks together and build a community of conservation supporters!What part of Paul Schaefer's story resonated with you the most? Got a question about the Adirondacks you'd like us to answer on air? Please send it to info@adktaste.com or use the form available at ADKTaste.com.ADK Talks is brought to you by ADK Taste. We provide insight on the best places to stay, shop, eat and experience in the 6-million-acre Adirondack Park in upstate New York. Visit our website, ADKtaste.com, and sign up for our weekly newsletter.Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcastinfo@nextdaypodcast.com

(Aug 27, 2025) We remember John Cogar, a longtime veterinarian and former bobsled athlete in the Adirondacks who drowned in Lower Saranac Lake last week; an arts organization in Watertown is hosting an event for local music acts to get professional quality photos and videos of themselves; and North Country at Work tells the story of a Westport farm where horses get a second chance.

True Crime Tuesday presents: Please Don't Lie! w/ Christina Baker Kline and Anne Burt! Two years ago, Hayley Stone lost everything. First, her parents died in a devastating fire. Then, her sister overdosed, leaving Hayley alone and hounded by a media circus that turned her family's tragedy into tabloid fodder. When her new husband suggests a fresh start in the Adirondacks, the promise of anonymity in an isolated mountain town feels like salvation. But the mountains hold darker secrets than she ever imagined. Her once-loving husband grows distant and volatile. The widow down the road keeps spewing vague accusations. Not even their new friends—a free-spirited couple living on the property—can help Hayley shake the creeping sense that something is off. As winter edges closer, Hayley discovers that her sanctuary is anything but safe. Trapped and isolated, she faces a terrifying truth: in trying to escape her past, she may have run straight into something far more dangerous. On Today's TCT, We sit down with Christina and Anne to talk about Hayleyley's family secrets, the strange relationship she maintains with her new husband Brandon, why her friend Emily suspects there is danger ahead in her new marriage, and we discuss why a new friendship is incredibly fruitful yet suspicious to Hayley! Get your copy of "Please Don't Lie, A Thriller" here:  https://bit.ly/4mICVQz PLUS DUMB CRIMES AND STUPID CRIMINALS W/JESSICA FREEBURG! Check out Jessica Freeburg's website and order her new books:  https://jessicafreeburg.com/books/ and check out Jess on Tik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicafreeburgwrites Sign up to go with Dacre Stoker and Mysterious Universe Tours to Romania here:  https://www.mysteriousadventurestours.com/darkness_radio/ Want to attend JUST Dracula's Vampire Ball at Bran Castle? Click this link to find out how: https://www.mysteriousadventurestours.com/darkness_radio/ Travel with Brian J. Cano to Ireland for Halloween for 11 days and get 100 dollars off and break it into 10 easy payments here:  https://www.mysteriousadventurestours.com/darkness_radio/ Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis #crime #truecrime #truecrimepodcasts #truecrimetuesday #christinabakerkline #anneburt #pleasedontlieathriller #pleasedontlie #crimefiction #thriller #adirondackmountains #florida #hayleystone #brandonstone #oliviablackwood #surpriseendings #jennapierce #emily #megan #tyler #crystalriver #cherylsnyder  #assault #murder #stalking  #dumbcrimesstupidcriminals #TimDennis #jessicafreeburg #paranormalauthor  #floridaman #drugcrimes #foodcrimes #stupidcrimes #funnycrimes #airplanecrimes #sexcrimes 

(Aug 26, 2025) The DEC is in its second year of an experimental motorized wheelchair program at one of the Adirondacks' most historic sites. We follow one of the first users as he tests the device along the trail into Great Camp Santanoni. Also: Senator Kirsten Gillibrand was in Saranac Lake yesterday to push for scientific research funding for the Trudeau Institute.

True Crime Tuesday presents: Please Don't Lie! w/ Christina Baker Kline and Anne Burt! Two years ago, Hayley Stone lost everything. First, her parents died in a devastating fire. Then, her sister overdosed, leaving Hayley alone and hounded by a media circus that turned her family's tragedy into tabloid fodder. When her new husband suggests a fresh start in the Adirondacks, the promise of anonymity in an isolated mountain town feels like salvation. But the mountains hold darker secrets than she ever imagined. Her once-loving husband grows distant and volatile. The widow down the road keeps spewing vague accusations. Not even their new friends—a free-spirited couple living on the property—can help Hayley shake the creeping sense that something is off. As winter edges closer, Hayley discovers that her sanctuary is anything but safe. Trapped and isolated, she faces a terrifying truth: in trying to escape her past, she may have run straight into something far more dangerous. On Today's TCT, We sit down with Christina and Anne to talk about Hayleyley's family secrets, the strange relationship she maintains with her new husband Brandon, why her friend Emily suspects there is danger ahead in her new marriage, and we discuss why a new friendship is incredibly fruitful yet suspicious to Hayley! Get your copy of "Please Don't Lie, A Thriller" here:  https://bit.ly/4mICVQz PLUS DUMB CRIMES AND STUPID CRIMINALS W/JESSICA FREEBURG! Check out Jessica Freeburg's website and order her new books:  https://jessicafreeburg.com/books/ and check out Jess on Tik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicafreeburgwrites Sign up to go with Dacre Stoker and Mysterious Universe Tours to Romania here:  https://www.mysteriousadventurestours.com/darkness_radio/ Want to attend JUST Dracula's Vampire Ball at Bran Castle? Click this link to find out how: https://www.mysteriousadventurestours.com/darkness_radio/ Travel with Brian J. Cano to Ireland for Halloween for 11 days and get 100 dollars off and break it into 10 easy payments here:  https://www.mysteriousadventurestours.com/darkness_radio/ Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis #crime #truecrime #truecrimepodcasts #truecrimetuesday #christinabakerkline #anneburt #pleasedontlieathriller #pleasedontlie #crimefiction #thriller #adirondackmountains #florida #hayleystone #brandonstone #oliviablackwood #surpriseendings #jennapierce #emily #megan #tyler #crystalriver #cherylsnyder  #assault #murder #stalking  #dumbcrimesstupidcriminals #TimDennis #jessicafreeburg #paranormalauthor  #floridaman #drugcrimes #foodcrimes #stupidcrimes #funnycrimes #airplanecrimes #sexcrimes 

(Aug 22, 2025) A group of hundreds of North Country doctors and medical leaders is trying to figure out what can be done locally to minimize steep cuts to Medicaid; a former candidate for New York's 21st Congressional District plans to run for Assembly next year; after a month long closure, one of the Adirondacks' longest scenic train rides in back in service; NYS officials say they have strict rules in place meant to protect illegal immigrants who may be visiting the New York State Fair; and, Adirondack trail conditions and a visit to Camelot Island on the Canadian side of the Thousand Islands.

(Aug 21, 2025) We hear from the fourth-generation owner of a family-owned and operated cottage rental on Paradox Lake in the eastern Adirondacks. Also: Forest rangers had another busy week helping hikers and responding to multiple brush fires.

Welcome to The Soundweavers Podcast mini series, The Lake George Sessions.In this episode of Soundweavers, we speak with Lake George Music Festival co-founder Alexander Lombard. Alex shares the story behind launching a classical music festival in his lakeside hometown nestled in the Adirondacks, the challenges of building an artist-driven organization from the ground up, and how the festival continues to evolve as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and community in the chamber music world.To learn more about the Lake George Music Festival, visit their website at https://www.lakegeorgemusicfestival.com/

Step into the Golden Age of Opera — without leaving the Adirondacks. In this episode of ADK Talks, Jane and Steve sit down with Caleb Eck, Director of Institutional Advancement at The Sembrich, a lakeside museum, performance venue, and cultural retreat in Bolton Landing, NY.Discover the remarkable life of Marcella Sembrich, the Polish coloratura soprano who conquered the great opera houses of Europe, starred in the first season of New York's Metropolitan Opera, and chose Lake George as her summer teaching studio. Caleb shares stories of her meteoric career, her deep love of nature, and her enduring legacy.We explore:How Marcella fell in love with the AdirondacksWhy she was the Taylor Swift of the Gilded AgeThe magic of her former estate on Lake GeorgeBehind the scenes of The Sembrich's summer festival & exhibitionsCollaborations that bring world-class talent to Bolton LandingWhy this cultural gem appeals to both opera fans and those who just love history, art, and stunning lake viewsWhether you're in the Adirondacks, Manhattan, Philly, Kansas City or beyond, this episode will inspire you to add The Sembrich to your must-visit list.Mentioned in this Episode:Sembrich Museum (Bolton Landing)Seagle Festival (Schroon Lake)Hyde Collection (Glens Falls)Izzy's Deli (North Creek near Gore Mountain)Love the show? Rate & review us—it helps other Adirondack lovers find us to discover more ADK insights.Subscribe and never miss our insider stories about the best people, places, and history of the Adirondacks.Share this episode with someone who loves history, travel, or the Adirondack Park. Let's spread the love for the Adirondacks together!Got a question about the Adirondacks you'd like us to answer on air? Please send it to info@adktaste.com or use the form available at ADKTaste.com.ADK Talks is brought to you by ADK Taste. We provide insight on the best places to stay, shop, eat and experience in the 6-million-acre Adirondack Park in upstate New York. Visit our website, ADKtaste.com, and sign up for our weekly newsletter.Mixed & Edited by Next Day Podcastinfo@nextdaypodcast.com

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Aug. 14, 2025- The Hochul administration is in the process of crafting a plan to guide the conservation of endangered species and habitats for the next decade. We unpack the significance of this plan and what might be missing with Chris Amato, conservation director and counsel for Protect the Adirondacks.

(Aug 11, 2025) Flooding slammed parts of St. Lawrence County last summer. We visit a demonstration garden in Canton where residents are learning how to make their yards more resilient to stormwater. Also: Former NCPR reporter Brian Mann goes searching for the perfect swimming hole in the Adirondacks.

What happens when you grow up in the heart of the Adirondack Park, spend your life paddling its waterways, hiking its backcountry, and painting its moods—and then decide to share that world with others? That's the life of Adirondack guide and artist Matt Burnett, whose work on the water and in the studio captures both the wild beauty and the human stories of the region.In this episode of ADK Talks, we meet Matt Burnett, a sixth-generation Adirondacker, licensed wilderness guide, and accomplished painter whose life defies easy labels. He's an educator, artist, former forest ranger, and a storyteller who uses both words and watercolors to share the deeper truths of the Park.Matt shares his unique experiences, from ice fishing on Raquette Lake to restoring a century-old guideboat. This episode of ADK Talks is a soulful, intelligent, and surprisingly funny conversation about living deliberately, locally, and in rhythm with the seasons.You'll learn:Why Matt calls Adirondack guides “fun brokers”How guiding today compares to the era of legendary guides like French LouieWhat a 10-year-old girl in a guideboat can teach you about leadershipWhy ice fishing is basically a social club with tip-upsHow one misadventure in the Dix Range became a lifelong lesson in humilityFeatured moments:A hilarious campsite debacle involving two families and dueling tentsWhy guiding isn't about knowing it all—but about connecting people to placeMatt shares the story behind his hand-painted guideboat mural, a work that holds deep meaning for him. This episode will deepen your appreciation of the people who live and breathe the backcountry.How he's mentoring a new generation of guides through the Northern Forest Explorers program, a hands-on educational program that introduces young people to the skills and knowledge needed to become competent outdoor leaders.Whether you're an armchair adventurer or 46er-in-training, this episode will deepen your appreciation of the people who live and breathe the backcountry.Mentioned in this podcast:“Adirondack French Louie: Early Life in the North Woods” by Harvey L. DunhamROOST - Regional Office of Sustainable TourismWilliam C. Whitney Wilderness AreaAbe Gadway, Adirondack Mountain GuideW.H.H. Murray and John PlumleyNate Atkinson, Adirondack Boat BuilderADK Trading Post in Long LakeThe Natural Edge gallery in Long LakeAbout our guest:Matt Burnett is a licensed Adirondack guide, painter, educator, and former assistant forest ranger. His work has been exhibited across the region and featured in outdoor education programs like the Northern Forest Canoe Trail's Explorers initiative. Learn more or book a trip at his website.Love the show? Rate & review us—it helps other Adirondack lovers find us

On the Saturday August 9, 2025 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet Giles Blunt, the author of the John Cardinal novels, which were the inspiration for the popular crime television series “Cardinal” starring Billy Campbell as police detective John Cardinal. Twice nominated for the International Dublin Literary Award, his novels have been compared to the work of Ian Rankin and Cormac McCarthy. Today we talk about his latest novel, a period piece called “Bad Juliet.” Set at a tuberculosis sanitarium in the Adirondacks, it’s a riveting story of a young tutor falls in love with a mysterious woman who survived the Lusitania disaster. Then, we’ll meet Kiesza, a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her genre-defying blend of dance, pop, and folk influences. Her latest album, Dancing And Crying: Vol. 2, follows the huge success of the single “I Go Dance” which soared to #1 on the US Dance Airplay Chart in 2024. We talk abvout her music and the long road to recovery after being hit by a car 8 years ago.

In this episode, native Vermont hunter Erick Erickson sits down with Austin, Brian, and Bob to talk about his early days hunting Vermont and Maine, and about how his move to New York opened up the world of Adirondack big woods he now explores. He also talks about his experiences in the Catskills, the Midwest, and hunting out west for elk, and how all of these experiences helped him hone his skills with remote hot tent hunting. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax  Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB10" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W  Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com  Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl  Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code ‘BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt  Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Want to run faster, whether you're training for a 5K, marathon, or 100-mile ultra? In this episode, Zoë and Coach TJ break down five proven ways to build speed and endurance without burning out. They cover everything from running economy (and why it matters differently for ultras) to practical workouts like strides, hill sprints, VO₂ max intervals, and tempo runs, plus why easy running is essential for performance.You'll also hear:Why wildfire smoke and high AQI days can crush performance and when to take your training indoorsThe hidden costs of running with poles vs. hiking vs. run-walk strategies on climbsReal-world gear choices like belts, vests, and yes, even frozen Capri Suns⏱ Timestamps00:00 – Adirondacks training recap + gear hot takes12:30 – Wildfire smoke, AQI, and safe training choices25:15 – Running economy: what it is and why it's different for ultra runners36:10 – 5 ways to build speed: strides, hills, VO₂ max, tempos, and running easySubscribe so you never miss an episode.Learn more about 1:1 coaching: microcosm-coaching.comFollow on Instagram: @microcosmcoaching

durée : 00:51:36 - Le Masque et la Plume - par : Laurent Goumarre - Un tour du monde sur des stacks ; une disparition dans les Adirondacks, et une plongée au fusain dans le Berlin hitlérien sur la genèse de M le maudit, des nouvelles primées par le Goncourt ; un premier roman lauréat du prix des lectrices de ELLE… - invités : Laurent CHALUMEAU, Hubert ARTUS, Alice Develey, Jean-Marc Proust - Laurent Chalumeau : Journaliste rock, scénariste, dialoguiste, romancier, Hubert Artus : Journaliste et chroniqueur littéraire (Lire, L'Optimum), Alice Develey : Journaliste au Figaro Littéraire, Jean-Marc Proust : Auteur et critique (Slate) - réalisé par : Guillaume Girault Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

(Aug 1, 2025) A festival honoring Michigans - Plattsburgh's culinary delicacy - will take place this weekend;  for the last games of the Tupper Lake River Pigs baseball season this weekend, we meet the team's unofficial mascot...and Santa Claus; the Quebec man accused of killing his 9-year-old daughter and hiding her body in a Ticonderoga pond earlier this month was arraigned in Essex County Court Wednesday; New York's legal marijuana industry is reeling after more than 100 dispensaries have been told they may have to move because they're too close to schools; and, a cooler but sunny weekend ahead in the Adirondacks.

On this episode of The Bigfoot Report, we bring you another previously recorded episode from 2021. Wayne sat down with Jeremiah from New York State to discuss his experiences in the Adirondack mountains. If you would like to be a guest on The Bigfoot Report and share your encounter with Sasquatch or other Cryptids, email either wayne@paranormalworldproductions.com or tiffany@paranormalworldproductions.com https://youtube.com/@thebigfootreports?si=dvSe-l8Ice5JKhVbhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thebigfootreport?_t=ZP-8vYdWzwa9de&_r=1https://www.instagram.com/the_bigfoot_report?igsh=MW1ndTJzOXp3MDhldQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bigfoot-report--5016307/support.

What really happened that night on Glastenbury Mountain — when something large walked between two tents in the dead of night… and vanished without a trace?In this gripping episode of Bigfoot Society, we sit down with Dave, a retired police detective and lifelong hunter from southern Vermont. Dave shares his chilling encounter from the late 1980s, when he and his brother camped deep in the infamous Bennington Triangle — a region haunted by legends of disappearances, strange lights, and Bigfoot sightings. What they felt walk through their camp changed how they saw the wilderness forever.But it doesn't stop there. Years later, in a remote Adirondack hunting cabin, something strange happened again — screens ripped open 11 feet high, a man waking up outside with the door still locked, lights in the sky, and guttural howls echoing from the treeline.This episode will take you from Green Mountain shadows to Adirondack isolation — where something big is still watching.

(Jul 28, 2025) The Adirondack Hotel, and its commanding view up Long Lake, is one of the Adirondacks' iconic landmarks. The business is changing hands but is staying in the family. We take a tour with longtime owner Carol Young. Also: Business leaders in Northern New York say recent data confirms a summer tourism downturn due to fewer Canadian tourists.

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Deep in the Adirondacks, Jonah Goldberg ruminates over the dangers of nature, wealth's ability to solve problems, and the merits of “tough on crime” policies. Plus: his thoughts on economic inequality and the ills of scientism. Show Notes:—Free Press: “I Once Thought Europeans Lived as Well as Americans. Not Anymore.”—WSJ: “The New Hot Topic in European Politics Is Air Conditioning"—John McCormack for The Dispatch: "Why Murders in One of America's Most Violent Cities Hit a Historic Low"—Remnant Episode with Tomer Persico The Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including Jonah's G-File newsletter, regular livestreams, and other members-only content—click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn today's episode, Jeremy, along with the NY mission team: JR, Olivia Flickner, Jonathan McDonell, Brookelyn Mitchell, and Caitlin Wassil share the ministry and work that was done as well as their own spiritual growth while being involved with missions.

(Jul 24, 2025) The death of an assistant forest ranger in the Adirondacks has sparked calls for reforms at the DEC; Hudson Valley Republican Mike Lawler says he will not run for governor next year, effectively clearing the field for North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik to enter the race; and Kitty O'Neil from the Cornell Cooperative Extension stops by to talk about how the hot summer is impacting North Country farmers.

In this episode, Bill—a retired forest ranger—shares his full, unedited account of six encounters that changed the course of his 25-year career with the U.S. Forest Service. From 1994 to 2019, Bill worked in wildlife tracking and wilderness patrol, but early on, a senior ranger showed him a footprint and warned him about things they don't put in reports. That moment marked the beginning of a quiet obsession. He  eventually left the job five years before qualifying for full pension. What drove him out was a long trail of unexplained phenomena—patterns he could no longer ignore, and stories the agency refused to acknowledge. His encounters span decades and locations, from Oregon to the Adirondacks, each one revealing signs of intelligence, curiosity, and restraint from something that doesn't officially exist.Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

(Jul 23, 2025) We visit a new public dock in the southern Adirondacks that's helping paddlers of all ages and abilities get on the water; New Yorkers may be getting unexpected checks in the mail as the state comptroller's office implements a pilot program to proactively distribute unclaimed funds of $250 dollars or less; and a conversation with former Glens Falls Post-Star editor Ken Tingley about his play, "The Last American Newspaper." 

(Jul 23, 2025) Kayaking and canoeing is a great way for people to get exercise and enjoy the North Country outdoors. But older people can have problems getting in and out of the boat. We visit a new public dock in the southern Adirondacks that's helping paddlers of all ages and abilities get on the water. Also: Congressman Mike Lawler announced today he's not running for Governor, potentially clearing the way for North Country Congresswoman Elise Stefanik to take on Kathy Hochul next year.

We got a day off this week! Bob and I took off for a paddling trip to the Adirondacks, where I used to dream of buying a cabin with a fantasy $500,000 book advance.  On this day off, I got a chance to reflect on where that dream got us. I'm Shannon Hayes, and you're listening to Season 6, Episode 14 of The Hearth of Sap Bush Hollow.   You can read this story on The Radical Homemaker Blog, which is now located on the Sap Bush Hollow website: SapBushFarmStore.com.Support the show

It's the calm before the storm — and Lake Placid might just be the sleeper race of the summer. We dive into a stacked pro field heading to the Adirondacks and what storylines are flying under the radar. Plus: water skis, altitude camps, and what we thought of last weekends high octane racing. 

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. New York reporter Luke Tress joins host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. Tress discusses several universities dealing with issues of antisemitism and anti-Zionism, including Tuesday's hearing in Congress as Republican officials questioned the CUNY chancellor and presidents of Berkeley and Georgetown about foreign funding, support for terrorism on campus and harassment of Jewish students on campus, keeping up the Trump administration pressure. He also discusses a report on Israel studies programs in universities, as a Jerusalem think tank looked at the climate on campuses, including anti-Zionism activism on campus alongside rich discussion and a broad array of viewpoints in the classroom. Tress talks about mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and his threats to arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he ever visited New York, as well as the current feud between New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Comptroller Brad Lander about a possible BDS conflict over New York's divestment from Israel bonds. He also mentions the 100-year-old Adirondacks synagogue that has persisted despite the dearth of Jews in the area and the history of Jewish immigrants in rural America. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: US university heads grilled in Congress about anti-Israel terror support on campus Shai Davidai, an outspoken Israeli professor at Columbia, leaves the university Israeli postdoc sues Stanford for discrimination; university denies it Israel studies programs on US campuses are at a crisis point, report warns NYC hopeful Mamdani’s vow to arrest Netanyahu likely oversteps what US mayors can do NYC mayor feuds with comptroller over Israel bonds investments NY’s rural 120-year-old ‘Peddlers’ Synagogue’ charts new path — without a congregation Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: FILE- Pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel protesters demonstrate on the campus of DePaul University, April 30, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, file)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of the 46 of 46 Podcast, we head to Old Forge, NY, for the inaugural Forge Quad-Athlon — a one-of-a-kind race that pushes body and mind through four disciplines: bike, hike, paddle, and run. But this isn't just a story about racing — it's a story about community, courage, and everyday people doing extraordinary things.Eight members from the Great Range Athlete and Seek To Do More coaching programs signed up to take on this challenge together. In this roundtable-style conversation, you'll hear from several of them as they share what it was like to take on the course, push their limits, and show up not just for themselves — but for each other.We talk about the power of community accountability, how mindset and preparation made all the difference, and why most people are capable of far more than they believe. If you've ever felt the pull to do more, try something new, or push past your limits — this episode will light that fire.Inside this episode:What it's like to bike, hike, paddle, and run through the Adirondacks in one epic raceHow coaching and community created the momentum for 8 people to say “yes”Why you're stronger than you think — and how to prove it to yourselfJoin the next GREAT RANGE ATHLETE 6-week challenge and get in mountain-hiking shape in just 6 weeks from your local gym or your house. Learn more about the Great Range Athlete Team Program HEREFollow on Instagram & Facebook:@46of46podcast@jamesappleton46Get my books:1.) The Adirondack 46 in 18 Hikes: The Complete Guide to Hiking the High Peaks 2.) Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue LineLooking for custom help to improve your both your fitness for hiking, disicpline, and daily habits? Work with James 1-on-1 to become fit for the trail and llife. Book a free strategy call with James to learn more about his 1-on-1 coaching program, SEEK TO DO MORE at www.seektodomore.com Visit my other websites:www.46OUTDOORS.comwww.46OF46.com