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Michelle Dowd is the author of Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult, a powerful memoir detailing her upbringing in an extremist religious group and her journey of overcoming trauma. A sought-after speaker, she has shared her story on The Joe Rogan Experience (2024) and The Megyn Kelly Show, offering raw insights into resilience and self-discovery. Now, she joins The Mitchell Report Unleashed Podcast to discuss her book, the importance of nervous system regulation, and the profound personal growth she's achieved through storytelling. Born into an ultra-religious cult—known as "the Field"—Michelle spent her childhood on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest. The group was founded in the 1930s by her grandfather, a domineering and charismatic figure who convinced generations of followers that he would live for 500 years and ascend to heaven upon doomsday. In this harsh environment, comfort and care were considered sins. Michelle was forced to endure hunger, thirst, and cold, learning survival skills that most could never imagine. She grew to trust animals more than people and developed an unbreakable connection to the natural world—lessons that would shape her resilience in the years to come.Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction1:15 - The Hidden Meaning Behind “Forager” – Michelle Dowd's Memoir6:12 - Overcoming Adversity After the Cult – How Trauma Shaped Her Life10:37 - How Cult Upbringing Rewires Your Nervous System17:00 - The Breaking Point: When Michelle Escaped the Cult22:06 - Love After Trauma: How the Cult Affected Her Relationships37:12 - “Ask Me Anything” – The Question No One Dares to Ask42:15 - Unpublished Victory: Michelle's Biggest Win Beyond Her Book→ CONTACT MICHELLE DOWD ON SOCIAL MEDIA ← Michelle's Substack: https://mdowd.substack.com/subscribeAmazon Book: https://linktw.in/uaxUim
Santa Monica Sears building to become temporary campus for Palisades High students. Homeland Security agents showed up at 2 L.A. schools. Here's what happened next. Hikers beware: A rash-causing plant is growing in fire-scarred Angeles National Forest. Interview with Comedian Doug Starks. (The Coach House Restaurant)
A Kroger supermarket in Atlanta nicknamed "Murder Kroger" due to many homicides at the location. Also, between the 1950s to the 1970s, a large number of children went missing in the Angeles National Forest, earning it the nickname of the “Forest of Disappearing Children”. Join us on this Theories Thursday Episode. To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/TheoriesOfTheThirdKindYT - Get instant access to 200+ bonus Audio episodes - Sign up here: https://theoriesofthethirdkind.supercast.com 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
On January 10, a sudden urban fire began in Los Angeles's Pacific Palisades neighborhood, immediately scorching 200 acres. Two hours later, evacuations were ordered for the 23,000 people in the community. By morning, all Los Angeles firefighters were called to duty, prepared for the worst as 50 to 80-mph winds began to pick up and carry embers from the fire for miles. Then the worst happened—firefighting aircraft became grounded due to the strong Santa Ana winds and hydrants, not designed for a fire of this scale, ran dry after constant use for 24 hours leaving homes and first responders defenseless. Within a short period of time, the Palisades fire razed 5,000 structures and counting to the ground. A little over a week since the blaze began, the Palisades and nearby Eaton fire in the Angeles National Forest, remain largely uncontained. Smaller fires in the conflagration—including Hurst and Kenneth on the northeast side of LA—are nearly or 100% contained. However 90,000 residents remain under evacuation orders and another 84,000 are under a warning. Life has come to a standstill in this portion of the nation's second largest city and the path to recovery is uncertain. For years, the insurance industry has been anticipating an event like this. In fact, just last summer, 70% of Palisades residents had their home policies dropped because companies determined wildfire rebuilding cost would be insurmountable. The absence of private insurance coverage, and the speed with which the fire consumed billions of dollars' worth of property, has raised urgent questions about how and where we will choose to develop housing, businesses, and necessary institutions in a climate changed world. In this timely episode, Ten Across founder Duke Reiter and Bill Fulton, the former mayor of Ventura, California and former director of planning and economic development for the City of San Diego, discuss the future of homeownership, insurance, and residential development in Los Angeles while this singularly tragic event continues to play out. Related articles and resources: “As L.A. considers rebuilding, here's what people say they're willing to change” (The Washington Post, Jan. 15, 2025) “How climate change is reshaping home insurance in California—and the rest of the U.S.” (NPR, Jan. 14, 2025) “We Will All Be Paying For L.A's Wildfires” (The Lever, Jan. 14, 2025)
This is the fifth and final installment of a miniseries about amphibian conservation and determination called For the Frogs. In each episode, we will meet to one native amphibian that can be found in California's national forests. These creatures are important to ecological health and can deepen our connections with public lands, but they are also in a state of decline. Fortunately, a village of specialists are devoted to conserving these species. The stories of their resolute conservation efforts, pursued through obstacles and setbacks, provides portraits of determination that we can pocket and apply to our own personal experiences with adversity. This time, we meet the mountain yellow-legged frog and tag along during a reintroduction of this endangered species to the Angeles National Forest. Transcript and show notes available here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r5/home/?cid=FSEPRD1217273
**VIDEO VERSION ONLY AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY APP + YOUTUBE CHANNEL , all other streaming platforms are audio versions** For episode 74, I recorded a special and impromptu trail conversation with Joseph Durkin aka The Hiking Chef in the Angeles National Forest in LA County. Joseph is a SoCal based hiker, professional chef & baker, outdoor content creator, and is the creator of the amazing YouTube channel The Hiking Chef. We chatted about the origin story of The Hiking Chef YouTube vlog series, his most memorable gourmet meals he's cooked in the mountains, why California has the best hiking opportunities, the historic Echo Mountain resort, his famous Tomahawk Ribeye steak on Twin Peaks, his Iron Mountain cooking disaster, how hiking impacts our everyday lives, and he loves showcasing the best trails and hidden gems in California through his outdoor vlogs. This episode is part of the Trek Talks series where I record on trail conversations with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. It is more raw and candid perspective of my outdoor adventures as these conversations are more unscripted and in the moment. You can even hear the sounds of nature in the background as we are recording out on the trails. Follow Joseph Durkin on https://www.instagram.com/thehikingchef/ Subscribe to The Hiking Chef Youtube Channel on https://youtube.com/@thehikingchef Follow Just Trek on https://www.instagram.com/just.trek/ Support Just Trek on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/justtrek Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek
I have novels. You can get them here.Michelle DowdWe look at faith and its impact on marketing. Spoiler: what you believe informs everything you do, and marketing is about translating what you believe into what other people do about you.Michelle Dowd is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, TIME magazine, Alpinist, and other national publications. She was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. Her memoir, Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult, showcases her life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness.Follow her journey here on Substack at Forager Fridays.Is AMMO Write For You?If you're an author with a handful of books published (or you've published nonfiction and have one book with a great program to help clients), AMMO is unlike any other program on the market. You're going to have to work the program to find success, and bestseller status likely won't hit in weeks of joining the program, but for many authors, AMMO is the beginning of a lucrative career that puts books first. Learn more here.THIS IS THE LINK TO MY SUBSTACK if you're listening elsewhere.TRBM is a listener-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my podcast, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Becoming A Household Name at jodyjsperling.substack.com/subscribe
On this episode I have LA based adventure enthusiast, climber, military veteran, actor, TV personality, content creator, and Founder CEO of Trace Club, Christian de la Torre, join me on the show. We chat about his first meaningful outdoor memories, the origin story to creating Trace Club, top outdoor destinations in California, outdoor tips & tricks, hosting a park nature cleanup series, how we first met on a sunset group trek , our first community collab event at Trail Canyon Falls in the Angeles National Forest, our second community collab event at the historic Nike Missile Site in the Santa Monica Mountains, the power of climbing and being present, how being a military veteran has impacted his outlook on life, working in the entertainment industry, equestrian therapy, and the one outdoor experience he would relive all over again. Follow Christian on https://www.instagram.com/christiandelatorre/ Follow Trace Club on https://www.instagram.com/trace.club/ Visit Trace Club's website on https://www.thetraceclub.com/ Support Just Trek on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/justtrek Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek
In our 50th episode we turn back towards Nature's Benefits and cut further into Timber and Wood Products by discussing Wood Innovations and Biomass Utilization with a program specialist from the Pacific Southwest Regional Office. We talk grants, mass timber, forward-thinking projects, tribal initiatives, urban forestry and more with guests from the Angeles National Forest and a sawmill owner in Los Angeles. Pacific Southwest Region's Wood and Biomass Utilization Program National USDA Forest Service Wood Innovations For tons more information (Forest Focus Ep. 50 Homepage)
The Bridge Fire burning in the Angeles National Forest outside of L.A. has exploded in size growing to more than 47,000 acres with no containment. Evacuation orders are in place for small mountain communities and flames have consumed homes in Wrightwood and swept through the Mountain High Ski resort. The Airport Fire continues to burn across dry chaparral covered hills in Orange County. The wind-driven blaze had charred more than 22,000 acres, and jumped into Riverside County on Tuesday. The Line Fire has burned more than 34,000 acres in and around the San Bernardino National Forest. Smoke from the blaze– and others around the state— is making air quality unhealthy for more than 10 million people in Southern California, especially in inland areas. Some people are getting creative to protect themselves. Reporter: Madison Aument, KVCR California's unhoused population has grown by 8% to 186,000 people. That's according to a new analysis of state homelessness data from our California Newsroom partner, CalMatters. Reporter: Marisa Kendall, CalMatters With the presidential race entering its final weeks, a new survey finds that economic issues are top of mind for California's 9 million Latino voters. Reporter: Farida Jhabvala Romero, KQED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump-Harris Debate: Starting with a handshake, ending with gloves off. Norco man arrested for allegedly sparking devastating LineBridge Fire in San Bernardino County. Bridge Fire in Angeles National Forest explodes to 34,000 acres; Mount Baldy and Wrightwood communities under evacuation orders. 23 years later, September11 families continue quest for accountability from Saudi Arabia through civil lawsuit. Blinken accuses Iran of sending missiles to Russia. Mental health jobs to grow 3 times the rate of all US jobs over next decade.
Michelle Dowd is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, TIME magazine, Alpinist, and other national publications. She was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. Her memoir, Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult, showcases her life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment Connect with Michelle: https://mdowd.substack.com/ https://www.michelledowd.org/ Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1643755773?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_N5YH96GYNS595Y3TYVG2
Breaking Away From a Cult with Michelle Dowd. As a child, Michelle Dowd grew up on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest. She was born into an ultra-religious cult—or the Field. Michelle lives a life of abuse, poverty, and isolation. ➡️Connect with #MichelleDowd https://www.michelledowd.org Her Book: https://amzn.to/3Ynpa0j Connect with Bert: YouTube | Twitter | Instagram Get a Free Copy of Dominating Your Mind: https://amzn.to/2XuM9Xr – While supplies last, limited time.
#301: We're continuing our summer series of places to explore - and this time we're stepping out of the studio and into the wild. Evan's taking Brian on a tour of a park that meant a lot to him as a kid - and we're meeting the organization that acts as its steward: Tree People. You've probably heard of them before - they do everything from trail restoration work to planting shade trees, just about everywhere in Southern California. But this is their home base, and when they're not reforesting swaths of the Angeles National Forest you can find them in the heart of LA at the top of Coldwater Canyon. Music in this episode composed by: Austin Cross, Imaginary Softwoods, Jerimiah Chiu & Marta Sofia Honer, Josiah Steinbrick, M. Sage, Mort Garson, Nicklas Nygren, Patricia Wolf, Wilson Tanner
Maggie Moran made a bold career change from a desk job to a life in the wilderness, becoming a leader in the rugged terrain of the Angeles National Forest. She took over Adams Pack Station, a unique operation where donkeys are the main movers, transporting everything from groceries to gear up steep mountain trails. Despite being a rookie to the rugged lifestyle, Maggie quickly learned to manage her team of hardworking donkeys and navigate the challenges of her new role.When a devastating wildfire nearly wiped out Adams Pack Station, Maggie's resilience and determination shone through. She didn't just rebuild the station; she transformed it into a vibrant community hub and a beacon for conservation efforts. Under her leadership, Adams Pack Station has become a place where people gather for local events, fostering a strong sense of community and connection to nature.Maggie's passion for preserving the history and natural beauty of the Angeles National Forest drives her daily efforts. She organizes events with a local flavor, bringing people together to celebrate and protect the environment around them. Her story is one of grit, perseverance, and a deep commitment to conservation.Website: adamspackstation.com___________________Music CreditsIntroLike it Loud, Dyalla, YouTube Audio LibraryStingerScarlet Fire (Sting), Otis McDonald, YouTube Audio LibraryOutroIndecision, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library__________________My SGV Podcast:www.mysgv.netinfo@sgvmasterkey.com
It's time for a new monthly segment! On the fourth Friday of every month, you can expect Bizarre News and Blind Rankings.This month in Bizarre News, we discuss a wide variety of topics. From a puzzling earthquake in Turkey followed by a dazzling display of UFOs, to a mysterious neon blue cloud hovering over Quincy, Massachusetts, we explore the strange and the supernatural.But that's not all! We also delve into the fascinating world of paranormal curiosity, as we reveal which U.S. state tops the charts for ghostly searches. West Virginia, with its rich history and eerie landscapes, takes the crown as the epicenter of the otherworldly.Next, we venture into the cosmos, where scientists may have stumbled upon evidence of hyper-intelligent civilizations living in theoretical Dyson spheres. Could these advanced beings be harnessing the power of stars and black holes?We'll explore the tantalizing possibilities. Finally, we'll take you on a journey into the heart of the Angeles National Forest, where a hiker's recent encounter with a set of mysterious tracks has sparked a frenzy among Bigfoot enthusiasts. Also, we finally have Producer Ben on the main feed and are playing Blind Rankings.This month, Ben has chosen 8 Alien Abduction stories that must rank, but the catch is, we don't know the list of abductions when we start ranking them.We hope you enjoy these new segments!Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordWant to discuss the episode on the day it drops with Tyler and Charlie? Follow on Twitch and check out the extended Twitch streams every Tuesday.Shop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch
Today on AirTalk, everything you need to know about the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders. Also on the show, we explore a new study that found humans prefer AI answers to moral questions; we dive into the history of the Santa Monica Pier; we examine the downsides and upsides of art repatriation; and more. ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Israeli & Hamas leaders (00:17) Do humans prefer AI morality? (20:44) History of Santa Monica Pier (33:17) Angeles National Forest to get new trees (51:39) What to know about art repatriation (1:11:38) How have car screens impacted drivers? (1:25:19)
An effort to expand the LA City Council is off the table, for now. The state's biggest teachers union challenges Gov. Newsom's proposal to cut nearly $9 billion from public schools. Efforts to restore damaged trees in the Angeles National Forest continue. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com
*DISCLAIMER - Rebecca's an idiot and forgot to connect her microphone to our recording platform so she sounds more echoey than usual. You would think after 98 episodes, we would have this down but you'd be wrong. On October 1, 1985, 17-year-old Michele "Missy" Avila went out with her friend, Laura Doyle. Hours later, the Avila's phone rings and it's Laura asking to speak to Missy. Mrs. Avila's heart sank because she assumed they were still together but Laura explained that Missy saw some guys she knew and left with them in a blue camaro. Three days later, a hiker found her deep in Angeles National Forest face down in a stream with a log across the back of her neck. The creepiest part: all of her hair was cut off. The case goes cold for 3-years until a witness comes forward with a shocking (and infuriating) tale. Produced by Jacob Hollabaugh Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, check out our website for merch, and follow us on TikTok, Instagram & YouTube
David Fleming speaks with Michelle Dowd, author of Forager: Field Notes For Surviving a Family Cult - A Memoir. Each chapter begins with a plant you can find in the mountain wilderness, and the ways to use it for food. Each chapter then goes on to tell the story of Michelle Dowd, and the Angeles National Forest cult in which she was raised. The cult was started by her grandfather, known to all as the last prophet. He would not die, but rather live to be 500 and lead the organization through the impending apocalypse. The story is told from the perspective OF Michelle - as a 7-year-old, growing into her teenage years - when she would eventually leave.More on the book at Michelle Dowd dot org. Michelle's on Instagram at MichelleDowdZ, there's also MDowd.Substack.com. The books available in hardback, paperback, Kindle and Audio anywhere books are sold. All are on Amazon.
rWotD Episode 2398: San Bernardino Forest Reserve Welcome to random Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of a random Wikipedia page every day.The random article for Monday, 27 November 2023 is San Bernardino Forest Reserve.The San Bernardino Forest Reserve was established by the General Land Office in California on February 25, 1893 with 737,280 acres (2,983.7 km2) in the San Bernardino Mountains. After the transfer of federal forests to the U. S. Forest Service in 1905, it became a National Forest on March 4, 1907. On July 1, 1908 the entire forest was combined with San Gabriel National Forest and Santa Barbara National Forest to create Angeles National Forest, and the name was discontinued. On September 30, 1925 San Bernardino National Forest was re-established from parts of Angeles and Cleveland National Forest. The reserve was the fourth one established in the state and was created on the same day as the Trabuco Canyon Reserve. And, like the other reserves, the San Bernardino Reserve's purpose was the protection of watersheds and water resources. It was bordered by the San Gabriel Reserve on the east at Cajon Pass and extended over all of the San Bernardino Mountains to the Mojave Desert.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:00 UTC on Monday, 27 November 2023.For the full current version of the article, see San Bernardino Forest Reserve on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Russell Standard.
#178: Fire and flood are ravaging Southern California like never before. Agencies like the Forest Service are allocating more and more resources towards fire management – but that leaves little time and money for trail rehabilitation. Enter volunteer groups like Lowelifes Respectable Citizen Club. They work with the forest service to fill in the gaps, rebuilding trails destroyed in the Angeles National Forest. HTLA Producer Evan Jacoby and LAist climate emergency reporter Erin Stone recently joined the Lowelifes on the Kenyon Devore trail on Mt. Wilson, to find out what it really takes to build our trails... and why groups of volunteers are the ones doing it.For more information about the history of rehabbing these trails, and some great photos of the crew at work, check out Erin Stone's reporting on LAist.com: The Forest Service Can't Keep Up With What The Climate Crisis Is Doing To Our Trails. Volunteers Are Filling The GapHow The Historic Mount Wilson Trail Is Being Rebuilt After Fire And Flood
Welcome to Missing Persons Mysteries!Join Bob as he asks the quesstion: Whats Really Happening In the Angeles National Forest?⚠️ If you have any information regarding any of these cases please call:Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-TIPS.NPS Investigates: 1-888-653-0009
Today's book is: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult, published by Algonquin Books, and written by Michelle Dowd. Forager is a memoir which showcases Michelle's life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Our guest is: Michelle Dowd, who is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The LA Book Review, TIME Magazine, The Alpinist, ORION, LA Parent Mag, Catapult, and other publications. She was 2022 Faculty Lecturer of the Year at Chaffey College, where she founded the award-winning literary journal The Chaffey Review, advises Student Media, and teaches poetry and critical thinking in the California Institutions for Men and Women in Chino. She was a Longreads Top 5 for her article on the relationship between environmentalism and hope in The Alpinist, nominated twice for the Pushcart Prize, and her Modern Love column in The New York Times inspired a book contract. Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. She is the author of Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult. Learn more about her at https://www.michelledowd.org/ Our show host and producer is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who holds a PhD in history, which she uses to explore what stories we tell and what happens to those we never tell. She has continuously served as the show host and producer of the Academic Life podcast since she launched it in 2020. Academic Life is proud to be an academic partner of the New Books Network. Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: This Time magazine article on growing up in a cult and survival skills Becoming the Writer You Already Are, by Michelle Boyd The Lost Journals of Sacajawea, by Debra Magpie Earling The Business of Being a Writer, by Jane Friedman We Are Too Many: A Memoir, by Hannah Pittard The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas, by Hanne Strager Writing with Pleasure, by Helen Sword Welcome to Academic Life: The podcast for your academic journey and beyond! Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world, and embrace the broad definition of what it means to live an academic life. If you'd like to further support the show, please consider enjoying your morning coffee in an Academic Life mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Today's book is: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult, published by Algonquin Books, and written by Michelle Dowd. Forager is a memoir which showcases Michelle's life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Our guest is: Michelle Dowd, who is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The LA Book Review, TIME Magazine, The Alpinist, ORION, LA Parent Mag, Catapult, and other publications. She was 2022 Faculty Lecturer of the Year at Chaffey College, where she founded the award-winning literary journal The Chaffey Review, advises Student Media, and teaches poetry and critical thinking in the California Institutions for Men and Women in Chino. She was a Longreads Top 5 for her article on the relationship between environmentalism and hope in The Alpinist, nominated twice for the Pushcart Prize, and her Modern Love column in The New York Times inspired a book contract. Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. She is the author of Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult. Learn more about her at https://www.michelledowd.org/ Our show host and producer is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who holds a PhD in history, which she uses to explore what stories we tell and what happens to those we never tell. She has continuously served as the show host and producer of the Academic Life podcast since she launched it in 2020. Academic Life is proud to be an academic partner of the New Books Network. Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: This Time magazine article on growing up in a cult and survival skills Becoming the Writer You Already Are, by Michelle Boyd The Lost Journals of Sacajawea, by Debra Magpie Earling The Business of Being a Writer, by Jane Friedman We Are Too Many: A Memoir, by Hannah Pittard The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas, by Hanne Strager Writing with Pleasure, by Helen Sword Welcome to Academic Life: The podcast for your academic journey and beyond! Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world, and embrace the broad definition of what it means to live an academic life. If you'd like to further support the show, please consider enjoying your morning coffee in an Academic Life mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography
Today's book is: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult, published by Algonquin Books, and written by Michelle Dowd. Forager is a memoir which showcases Michelle's life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Our guest is: Michelle Dowd, who is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The LA Book Review, TIME Magazine, The Alpinist, ORION, LA Parent Mag, Catapult, and other publications. She was 2022 Faculty Lecturer of the Year at Chaffey College, where she founded the award-winning literary journal The Chaffey Review, advises Student Media, and teaches poetry and critical thinking in the California Institutions for Men and Women in Chino. She was a Longreads Top 5 for her article on the relationship between environmentalism and hope in The Alpinist, nominated twice for the Pushcart Prize, and her Modern Love column in The New York Times inspired a book contract. Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. She is the author of Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult. Learn more about her at https://www.michelledowd.org/ Our show host and producer is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who holds a PhD in history, which she uses to explore what stories we tell and what happens to those we never tell. She has continuously served as the show host and producer of the Academic Life podcast since she launched it in 2020. Academic Life is proud to be an academic partner of the New Books Network. Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: This Time magazine article on growing up in a cult and survival skills Becoming the Writer You Already Are, by Michelle Boyd The Lost Journals of Sacajawea, by Debra Magpie Earling The Business of Being a Writer, by Jane Friedman We Are Too Many: A Memoir, by Hannah Pittard The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas, by Hanne Strager Writing with Pleasure, by Helen Sword Welcome to Academic Life: The podcast for your academic journey and beyond! Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world, and embrace the broad definition of what it means to live an academic life. If you'd like to further support the show, please consider enjoying your morning coffee in an Academic Life mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies
Today's book is: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult, published by Algonquin Books, and written by Michelle Dowd. Forager is a memoir which showcases Michelle's life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Our guest is: Michelle Dowd, who is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The LA Book Review, TIME Magazine, The Alpinist, ORION, LA Parent Mag, Catapult, and other publications. She was 2022 Faculty Lecturer of the Year at Chaffey College, where she founded the award-winning literary journal The Chaffey Review, advises Student Media, and teaches poetry and critical thinking in the California Institutions for Men and Women in Chino. She was a Longreads Top 5 for her article on the relationship between environmentalism and hope in The Alpinist, nominated twice for the Pushcart Prize, and her Modern Love column in The New York Times inspired a book contract. Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. She is the author of Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult. Learn more about her at https://www.michelledowd.org/ Our show host and producer is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who holds a PhD in history, which she uses to explore what stories we tell and what happens to those we never tell. She has continuously served as the show host and producer of the Academic Life podcast since she launched it in 2020. Academic Life is proud to be an academic partner of the New Books Network. Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: This Time magazine article on growing up in a cult and survival skills Becoming the Writer You Already Are, by Michelle Boyd The Lost Journals of Sacajawea, by Debra Magpie Earling The Business of Being a Writer, by Jane Friedman We Are Too Many: A Memoir, by Hannah Pittard The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas, by Hanne Strager Writing with Pleasure, by Helen Sword Welcome to Academic Life: The podcast for your academic journey and beyond! Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world, and embrace the broad definition of what it means to live an academic life. If you'd like to further support the show, please consider enjoying your morning coffee in an Academic Life mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/academic-life
Today's book is: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult, published by Algonquin Books, and written by Michelle Dowd. Forager is a memoir which showcases Michelle's life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Our guest is: Michelle Dowd, who is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The LA Book Review, TIME Magazine, The Alpinist, ORION, LA Parent Mag, Catapult, and other publications. She was 2022 Faculty Lecturer of the Year at Chaffey College, where she founded the award-winning literary journal The Chaffey Review, advises Student Media, and teaches poetry and critical thinking in the California Institutions for Men and Women in Chino. She was a Longreads Top 5 for her article on the relationship between environmentalism and hope in The Alpinist, nominated twice for the Pushcart Prize, and her Modern Love column in The New York Times inspired a book contract. Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. She is the author of Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult. Learn more about her at https://www.michelledowd.org/ Our show host and producer is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who holds a PhD in history, which she uses to explore what stories we tell and what happens to those we never tell. She has continuously served as the show host and producer of the Academic Life podcast since she launched it in 2020. Academic Life is proud to be an academic partner of the New Books Network. Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: This Time magazine article on growing up in a cult and survival skills Becoming the Writer You Already Are, by Michelle Boyd The Lost Journals of Sacajawea, by Debra Magpie Earling The Business of Being a Writer, by Jane Friedman We Are Too Many: A Memoir, by Hannah Pittard The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas, by Hanne Strager Writing with Pleasure, by Helen Sword Welcome to Academic Life: The podcast for your academic journey and beyond! Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world, and embrace the broad definition of what it means to live an academic life. If you'd like to further support the show, please consider enjoying your morning coffee in an Academic Life mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today's book is: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult, published by Algonquin Books, and written by Michelle Dowd. Forager is a memoir which showcases Michelle's life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Our guest is: Michelle Dowd, who is a journalism professor and contributor to The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The LA Book Review, TIME Magazine, The Alpinist, ORION, LA Parent Mag, Catapult, and other publications. She was 2022 Faculty Lecturer of the Year at Chaffey College, where she founded the award-winning literary journal The Chaffey Review, advises Student Media, and teaches poetry and critical thinking in the California Institutions for Men and Women in Chino. She was a Longreads Top 5 for her article on the relationship between environmentalism and hope in The Alpinist, nominated twice for the Pushcart Prize, and her Modern Love column in The New York Times inspired a book contract. Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. She is the author of Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult. Learn more about her at https://www.michelledowd.org/ Our show host and producer is: Dr. Christina Gessler, who holds a PhD in history, which she uses to explore what stories we tell and what happens to those we never tell. She has continuously served as the show host and producer of the Academic Life podcast since she launched it in 2020. Academic Life is proud to be an academic partner of the New Books Network. Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: This Time magazine article on growing up in a cult and survival skills Becoming the Writer You Already Are, by Michelle Boyd The Lost Journals of Sacajawea, by Debra Magpie Earling The Business of Being a Writer, by Jane Friedman We Are Too Many: A Memoir, by Hannah Pittard The Killer Whale Journals: Our Love and Fear of Orcas, by Hanne Strager Writing with Pleasure, by Helen Sword Welcome to Academic Life: The podcast for your academic journey and beyond! Join us to learn from experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world, and embrace the broad definition of what it means to live an academic life. If you'd like to further support the show, please consider enjoying your morning coffee in an Academic Life mug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-west
Today we speak with Michelle Dowd, the author of the newly released book, Forager. Field Notes for Surviving a Cult. Michelle was raised within the boundaries of Angeles National Forest inside of a religious cult her grandfather created. She was raised to believe that the end of the world was near and in turn, was taught to forage off the land, navigate by the stars, and survive. After enduring years of abuse, she finally escaped. Now, after years of healing and moving forward with her life, she has put out a book detailing her story. In this episode, we all get the chance to know Michelle as we discuss her book, her past, and where she is at in her life today. You can buy Michelle's book here or at your local bookstore. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you're listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon or Apple Subscriptions to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Embrace Pet Insurance: Use our link to sign up for pet insurance today! Microdose Gummies: Use code NPAD to get free shipping and 30% off your first order. Miracle Made: Use our link and code NPAD to save over 40% and get 3 free towels.
Michelle's memoir, Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult, showcases her life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness. Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest, where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. A highly accomplished journalism professor and contributor to many top national publications, she was the 2022 Faculty Lecturer of the Year at Chaffey College. She founded the award-winning literary journal and creative collective, The Chaffey Review, advises Student Media, and teaches poetry and critical thinking in the California Institutions for Men and Women in Chino. Interestingly, former Manson follower Leslie Van Houten assisted her courses for incarcerated women. We discussed her and her hopefully impending release from jail. Learn more about Steven Hassan and Freedom of Mind Resource Center. Visit freedomofmind.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whitney reflects on her recent experiences with the "Monday blues" and how hiking has helped her connect with herself and find joy. She discusses a recent hike she took in the Angeles National Forest and what it revealed about herself. Whitney also mentions a new podcast she is planning to release about her hiking experiences. She also discusses the gear she uses for hiking and how it has enhanced her experience. Whitney reflects on the idea of hiking leaving room for something to happen, even if nothing happens, and how it can be a process rather than an outcome-driven activity. She also discusses her struggles with meditation and her recent experimentation with the Gupta Program, an app designed to help with meditation. Whitney emphasizes the importance of finding what works for oneself and not feeling pressured to conform to what works for others.MENTIONED:The Gupta Program: https://www.guptaprogram.com/aff/668/AllTrails: https://www.alltrails.comThe Nature Fix book: https://bookshop.org/a/17878/9780393355574Tune into the live episodes, broadcasting live on Beyond Measure every Monday at 3pm Pacific time: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/beyond-measure
Michelle was raised on a mountain in the Angeles National Forest where she learned to identify flora and fauna, navigate by the stars, forage for edible plants, and care for the earth. As an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, she has been teaching students and training teachers in southern California studios since 2008. Michelle's memoir, Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult, showcases her life growing up on an isolated mountain in California as part of an apocalyptic cult, and how she found her way out of poverty and illness by drawing on the gifts of the wilderness.https://www.michelledowd.org/ Support the showWebsite: https://cassieburton.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvNgStf4gnZo-MKQ0jU6pDw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curiosityjunkiecass/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/621323495403041
René Compeán had hiked in Angeles National Forest many times. So he didn't think twice when he set out on one of his favorite trails for a quick hike. But to save time, he went off trail — and ended up lost and relying on a rapidly dying cell phone to call for help. René was unprepared to spend a cold night in the mountains with wildlife roaming around him, and his mental and physical health deteriorated quickly.Rescue teams struggled to find him in a thick fog and a massive search area, until a stranger with a unique set of technical skills stepped in with key information.We also speak to Jessie Krebs, wilderness survival instructor of OWLS Skills, about what you should and shouldn't do if you're lost in the wilderness, and how to prepare, no matter the length of hike.
Welcome to another episode of The Anchor Point Podcast! In today's episode, we have special guest, Anthony Powers, a former hotshot hailing from Southern California. He has risen through the ranks to become a Captain with the Forest Service, and is now serving as a firefighter for the city of Burbank, CA. Anthony is also the President of the non-profit organization, Hotshot Up, which is dedicated to supporting firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Join us as we delve into Anthony's remarkable journey of service and learn more about Hotshot Up's mission and impact.Anthony Powers is a true Southern California native, born and raised in the region. His passion for firefighting started early on, and he pursued it with unwavering determination. Anthony's career spans across the Angeles National Forest, where he honed his firefighting expertise, and now he serves as a firefighter for the city of Burbank, CA, a role he took on in 2020.In addition to his role as a firefighter, Anthony is also the President of Hotshot Up, a non-profit organization with a noble mission. Hotshot Up is dedicated to supporting firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty, particularly those who have fallen while battling wildfires. The organization was officially established as a non-profit in December 2020, but its roots trace back to 2017 when it was founded as the Dalton Hotshots.Hotshot Up's mission is to provide support, assistance, and resources to the families and loved ones of fallen firefighters. They aim to offer financial and practical support during the difficult times following the loss of a firefighter in the line of duty. The organization understands the unique challenges faced by the firefighting community and seeks to alleviate some of the burdens through their programs and initiatives.Anthony is grateful for the unwavering support of his family and everyone who believes in Hotshot Up's mission. He acknowledges the contributions of his team and partners who have worked tirelessly to make a positive difference in the lives of fallen firefighters' families. Their combined efforts and dedication have made Hotshot Up a formidable force in supporting the firefighting community.Anthony's journey from being a So Cal hotshot to becoming a firefighter and President of Hotshot Up is pretty rad. His passion for firefighting and commitment to serving the public and the fire community is commendable. Hotshot Up's mission to support families who have experienced the tragedy of an LODD is making a meaningful impact, and Anthony is grateful for the support he has received. If you want to find out more about the Hotshot Up Foundation, or sign up for the annual volleyball tournament and fundraiser on April 15th, 2023 - Check out the link below!https://www.hotshotup.com/team-registrationThank you for joining us in this episode of The Anchor Point Podcast, and remember to show your support to Hotshot Up and the firefighting community. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and news from the wildland fire community, BY the wildland community!You guys know the drill...Stay safe, stay savage... Peace!The Anchor Point Podcast is supported by the following amazing folks:Mystery RanchNeed badass packs? Then look no further than Mystery Ranch!https://www.mysteryranch.comHotshot BreweryWanna pick up our Anchor Point Podcast merch or need killer coffee? Hit up Hotshot Brewery!!!https://www.hotshotbrewing.comNot sponsors of The Anchor Point Podcast, but great organizations:The Wildland Firefighter FoundationAnd, as always, please consider supporting this great nonprofit organization - The Wildland Firefighter Foundation!https://wffoundation.orgThe A.W.E.Wanna get some history and knowledge on Wildland Fire? Hit up The Smokey Generation!http://wildfire-experience.org
The gas station owned by Carl Mann is on a lonely desert road on the edge of Angeles National Forest. Our heroes make their way there slowly and stealthily, hoping to discover its secrets undetected. www.starsareright.com | patreon.com/StarsAreRight | Twitter: @Stars_r_Right | Facebook: StarsAreRightProductions | Mastodon: dice.camp/@starsareright | Instagram: @stars_are_right | Reddit: u/stars_are_right For the duration of our Cults of Cthulhu campaign, 10% of our Patreon profits go to the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund.
On this episode I release the "Best of Just Trek: Mixtrek Volume 2" in celebration of the podcast reaching the 3 year anniversary milestone. This second compilation features the best stories and moments that I have ever heard on the show from our cast of special guests. Featured in this compilation are Robert Martinez (@Parliament0f0wls), Casey Schreiner (@ModernHiker), Veronica Castro (@SweatSoGuud), Jeff Hester (@TheSoCalHiker / @SixPackOfPeaks), Jen Yonda (@LA.Skate.Hunnnies), Victor Martinez (@Vic_Of_Earth / @LATrailKillers), Cris Hazzard (@Hikingguy_com), Dora Santana (@Hiking_Lotusflower), Mitchel Dumlao (@MitchelDumlao), Stefan Fagerholm (@LifeHacksLA), Noah Klein (@FeelsLikeFloating), Cisko (@HikerFighter @BehindTheSufferAndPain), and Karla Amador (@52HikeChallenge). They share stories from their outdoor adventures that highlight places such as the Angeles National Forest, Mount Whitney, John Muir Trail, Eastern Sierras, Cotopaxi, Cactus to Clouds, Backbone Trail & Santa Monica mountains, San Gorgonio, Mt Charleston, Mount Baldy, Mount Baden Powell, Palos Verdes and more. Consider this episode an adventure story sampler of the Just Trek Podcast. We'd like to thank our sponsors: HIGHLANDER Adventure is the leading long-distance hiking event series in the world with over 40 events in 20 countries worldwide. Highlander creates once in a lifetime experiences for all nature lovers, explorers, and modern nomads around the world. They will be hosting their next event in Southern California's alpine paradise known as Big Bear Lake from May 24th-28th. Use code ''JUSTTREK30" for 30% off any Big Bear format on https://bit.ly/4087rYL The 52 Hike Challenge is a global hiking movement where participants gain the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits from hiking once a week for an entire year. Sign up for the 2023 challenge on https://www.52hikechallenge.com/ Support Just Trek on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/justtrek Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justtrek/message
EPISODE SUMMARY: A group of teens goes camping in the Angeles National Forest and decide they'll put a local legend to the test, claiming to be able to summon the spirit of a girl that went missing there following World War 2. Unfortunately, one of the summoning teens disappears himself.For transcripts and content warnings, visit https://www.thestoragepapers.com/episodesABOUT: The Storage Papers is distributed and marketed by Rusty Quill and produced by Grinner Media LLC. It's a fictional horror audio drama with episodes published every two weeks. Some topics may be sensitive for younger viewers. CREDITS: This episode was written and performed by Jeremy EnfingerEpisode artwork by Nathan LunsfordSound effects by ZapsplatMusic "Ghostpocalypse 1 Departure" and "Ghostpocalypse 8 Epilog" by Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)Episode Music, “Invro V1”, “Close Your Eyes” and “Angels Facing Backwards” by Cody Ditzenberger.CONTENT WARNINGS: Profanity, abduction, general horror Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EPISODE SUMMARY: A group of teens goes camping in the Angeles National Forest and decide they'll put a local legend to the test, claiming to be able to summon the spirit of a girl that went missing there following World War 2. Unfortunately, one of the summoning teens disappears himself.For transcripts and content warnings, visit https://www.thestoragepapers.com/episodesABOUT: The Storage Papers is distributed and marketed by Rusty Quill and produced by Grinner Media LLC. It's a fictional horror audio drama with episodes published every two weeks. Some topics may be sensitive for younger viewers. CREDITS: This episode was written and performed by Jeremy EnfingerEpisode artwork by Nathan LunsfordSound effects by ZapsplatMusic "Ghostpocalypse 1 Departure" and "Ghostpocalypse 8 Epilog" by Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)Episode Music, “Invro V1”, “Close Your Eyes” and “Angels Facing Backwards” by Cody Ditzenberger.CONTENT WARNINGS: Profanity, abduction, general horror Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As part of our Crime Fighter Series, we talk with United States Forest Service Captain and Arson Investigator Russel Tuttle. Tuttle is a 16-year veteran of the United States Forest Service, who has received numerous awards for his work and outstanding performance. Captain Tuttle walks us through the 2014 “Colby Fire” that burned 2,000+ acres in the Angeles National Forest. Tuttle talks about how they were able to determine the cause and origin of the fire, and eventually how they found the people responsible for igniting it. Tuttle also made it possible for Steve to attend the annual Wildfire Arson Investigation School at an undisclosed location in Riverside County – a first for a journalist. The federal program teaches forensic techniques to the next generation of arson investigators. Keep an eye out for that future episode.
In this episode, I chat with mental health advocate and visual artist Ashley Wright. Based in Southern California, Ashley describes herself as a mental health artist, focusing on the healing power and therapeutic quality of the creative process. Ashley openly shares her journey with CPTSD and shares valuable advice for artists who face similar struggles. Join us for a raw, personal, and deeply impactful discussion surrounding the relationship between art and mental health. Here's what we discuss:1. The importance of being gentle with yourself if you have a mental health condition and why it's essential to let go of guilt or shame if you need to pause on making your art.2. Why Ashley centers her work on perception and reality in relation to derealization, dissociation, and maladaptive daydreaming.3. What inspired Ashley to focus on landscape in her work, and why she believes it's important to create your own rules.4. The reasons why we believe it's imperative to enjoy the creative process and return to that child-like place of creating work with wonder, joy, and love (without worrying so much about the end result!)About Ashley:Ashley's passion for the arts has been present ever since her childhood and has expanded across multiple mediums. It started with drawing and then quickly expanded into choir, band, orchestra, and theater. It wasn't until her senior year of her BA in Music at the University of Redlands where Ashley took a painting class for the first time and she hasn't stopped painting since then.Being tucked away in the Inland Empire, Ashley is surrounded by the beautiful San Bernardino National Forest, Joshua Tree National Park, Santa Rosa Wilderness, and the Angeles National Forest. These natural landscapes have played a huge part in her life and continue to inspire her art. Much of the imagery Ashley's paintings are directly inspired by her surroundings, the 80s and 90s nostalgia, sci-fi, and pop culture.Ashley's mental health is an important part of her life and directly impacts and represents her art. She has struggled with CPTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). CPTSD comes with Dissociation, Derealization, and Maladaptive Daydreaming. These coping mechanisms helped saved Ashley's life but living with them can feel like you constantly have one foot in reality and one foot out. These concepts influence Ashley's art through variance in vibrancy, perception, style, and texture. Follow Ashley on Instagram: @artbyashleywrightWebsite: ashleywrightart.comVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comJoin our newsletter:visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
Michelle Dowd is a journalism professor at Chaffey College, a contributor to national newspapers including the New York Times, and she's the author of the new book "Forager: Field Notes on Surviving a Family Cult." The book is based on her childhood growing up in an apocalyptic cult founded by her grandfather whose members lived in the San Gabriel Valley and in a remote mountain camp in the Angeles National Forest. During this podcast, Dowd takes us inside the cult and details the deprivation and abuse she suffered as a child. Dowd also reveals how foraging provided her with the sustenance she needed to survive the experience.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Diana Rose is a relational astrologer, tarot reader, writer, and facilitator currently living near the Angeles National Forest in southern California. Her practice aims to bring fellow humans into a more ferociously loving and compassionately honest relationship with themselves, the Earth, and the heavens. She has been a three-time invited speaker at the Northwest Astrology Conference, is a repeat guest on The Astrology Podcast, and has been a guest on many, many other podcasts including Jonathan Van Ness's Getting Curious. Diana also wrote a piece on responsible astrology for WIRED; created the guidebook for The Rosebud Tarot; and is the editor of Revelore Press's forthcoming Kalliope series. On this episode, Diana discusses her decolonized approach to the cosmos, the significance of knowing one's rising sign, and how astrology can help us live with more meaning and magic here on Earth.Pam also talks about how the media can do better when covering occult topics, and answers a listener question about witchcraft and academia.Our sponsors for this episode are VVITCH DIGITAL, Earth Spirit, BetterHelp, Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, Bloom, and Mithras CandleWe also have brand new print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave
On this episode I have LA based trekker, peak bagger, outdoor adventurer, solo world traveler, Korea Town Run Club member, mindfulness advocate, community leader, and founder of the LA Trail Killers, Victor Martinez, join me on the show for the second time (he last appeared as our EP 37 guest on the show). We chat about him quitting the corporate life and solo world traveling through South America, celebrating the 5 year anniversary of LA Trail Killers in the Angeles National Forest, his top outdoor adventures on his international travels, working on an organic farm in Peru, tips & advice for solo travelers, exploring a desert oasis, the Bolivian salt flats, major takeaways he learned from his travels, becoming an official ambassador for Highlander USA, and the one place from his travels he wish he could teleport back to. Vic's solo world adventures have been a massive inspiration to his community back in Los Angeles - he is the definition of locally respected and worldwide connected. Follow Victor Martinez and LA Trail Killers on https://www.instagram.com/vic_of_earth/ and https://www.instagram.com/latrailkillers/ Support Just Trek on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/justtrek Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justtrek/message
Kevin and Bruce drive into the Angeles National Forest to honk at passing cars, consider alternative life styes and get a little vulnerable. Kevin explains the christian theory of the vapor canopy while vaping in justification of 30 years following Christianity. Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/2p98jsvv Leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-jail/id1472896599 Send us an Email: BagFriesPod@Gmail.com Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/X8RRmGY Direct RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/brainjail/feed.xml Follow Kevin Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevintienken Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevintienken Follow Bruce Twitter: http://twitter.com/BruceGrayLive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brucegray Listen to Bruce's podcast Fat Jocks: https://linktr.ee/fatjocks
On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, off trail explorer, wildlife photographer & videographer, artist in residence for the Angeles National Forest, and creator of the youtube channel Parliaments of Owl, Robert Martinez, join me on the show. Robert's videos have been viewed by millions in the country and his work has brought awareness to the thriving animal life we have in our local LA mountain foothills. We chat about his first major wildlife encounter, the bustling animal activity in the San Gabriel mountains, how he became an artist in residence for the Angeles National Forest, his top moments captured on his trail cameras, Wilford the bear celebrity, Limpy the lion, tips for off trail exploring, his observations of the local wildlife, and the one outdoor experience he would relive all over again. Robert is quite the adventurous individual and his passion for documenting the wildlife is absolutely infectious. He is on a mission to foster deeper connections to our local wildlife through his work so we may grow a deeper appreciation of them and grow respect of their natural habitat. Follow Parliaments of Owls on https://www.instagram.com/parliament0f0wls/ Watch his wildlife videos on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNKOr01VRL8 Shop Robert's animal prints on https://robertmartinezphotography.com/ Support Just Trek on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/justtrek Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop View photos from the discussed hikes on https://www.justtrek.net/explore Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek Like the show? Leave a 5 star rating and review follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justtrek/message
In October 1985, 17-year-old Michele Avila disappeared after leaving her home to hang out with three of her good friends. Three days after she was last seen, Michele was found in an area of Angeles National Forest known as Colby Canyon. Despite several suspects making it onto the police department's radar, it would be three years before an unexpected confession would bring Missy's true killers to justice. But even as recently as a few years ago, Missy's family has been fighting for justice for Missy in the aftermath of this horrific tragedy. _________________________ Listen to Evil Pudding here! _________________________ Patreon Request a Case YouTube Channel Goodpods: Leave a review! Podchaser: Leave a review! Music: "Poisoned Rose" by Aakash Gandhi _________________________ Sources: • “Deadly Forest.” Unusual Suspects. Season 5, Episode 1. • Murder of Michele Avila | Wikipedia • "Grieving Friends Emerge as Suspects in Girl's Drowning." Los Angeles Times. 29 August 1988. Lozano, Carlos. • Michele Yvette "Missy" Avila | Find A Grave • "Two women sentenced in jealousy drowning." Ellensburg Daily Record. 10 March 1990. • "Killer's impending release painful for slain girl's family." 11 July 2011. Bartholomew, Dana. • "Last woman convicted in Missy Avila murder released from prison on Monday." Los Angeles Daily News. 10 December 2012. Bartholomew, Dana. • "Family Sues Daughter's Murderer." Courthouse News Service. 26 March 2015. • "Killer will not profit from selling story of 17-year-old girl's murder." ABC 7 News. 14 November 2014. Michaelson, Elex & Bartley, Lisa. • "Family files wrongful death lawsuit against convicted killer who wrote book, had film deal." 25 March 2015. Michaelson, Elex & Bartley, Lisa. • "Murder victim's family celebrates signing of Missy's Law." ABC 7 News. 6 October 2015.
Witches, elves, man-eating cryptids; OH MY! This week Em and Liv, your friendly neighborhood Meta PsycKicks, play another metaphysical game of Psychic Chicken. Sharing with you the haunting details of the whimsical, pigmy woods located in SoCal's Angeles National Forest. Have you ever thought about how a Lady in White comes about? How does one become a Dark Witch upon a badass black steed? And if you're going to be eaten by a Giant White Owl, should you partake in a foot race with the stampeding souls of the native children? Tune in to watch as Em channels the spiritual beings of the elusive Witches Forest. Pin pointing the three paranormal energy centers (or towers as she calls them) to listen to the stories from the land as they speak through her. While Liv holds her tongue in disbelief and possibly receives a casual curse for good measure from the spiritual woman who resembles a character from "RWBY". Will Liv survive the Witch's Mark? Only time will tell...Or the two twin-flame, mediums may just have to be invited to visit Harmony Grove, in the foothills of Spooks Canyon, to find out.FOR MORE WATCH THE VIDEO ON THIS TOPIC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xb4hWs1xkA&t=90sOR READ THE BLOG: https://www.metapsyckicks.com/journalOR JOIN OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/metapsyckicks——-BOOK A PSYCHIC MEDIUM READING:Olivia the Medium: https://www.metapsyckicks.com/our-servicesBOOK A TAROT READING:Emily the Intuitive: https://www.metapsyckicks.com/our-services-----RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS:Our YouTube Setup ►► https://kit.co/metapsyckicks/meta-psyckicks-youtube-setupOur Podcast Setup ►► https://kit.co/metapsyckicks/meta-psyckicks-podcasting-setupEm's Tarot Collection ►► https://kit.co/metapsyckicks/em-s-tarot-card-collectionOther Divination Tools: ►► https://kit.co/metapsyckicks/other-divination-toolsDISCLAIMER: This description might contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!-----ARE YOU A PSYCHIC QUIZ: https://www.metapsyckicks.com/extrasTELL US YOUR PARANORMAL STORIES HERE: https://www.metapsyckicks.com/extrasCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND BLOG:www.metapsyckicks.comEMAIL US: metapsyckicks@gmail.com——SAY HI ON SOCIAL:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Np1K0QH8e-EDHhIxX-FaAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/metapsyckicksTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@metapsyckicks?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Meta-PsycKicks-107812201171308Em's Pet Channel - Chin Villain: https://www.youtube.com/chinvillainOlivia The Medium:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oliviathemedium/Twitter - https://twitter.com/OliviaTheMediumSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/meta-psyckicks/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
For access to full-length premium episodes and the SJ Grotto of Truth Discord, subscribe to the Al-Wara' Frequency at patreon.com/subliminaljihad. Dimitri and Khalid continue their trek through various National Park-adjacent mysteries, including: the Ape Canyon cryptid attack of 1924, the National Park connection to the creation of the FBI, John D. Rockefeller Jr. and the sus Smokey Mountains, Dolly Parton's Dollywood theme park (née Rebel Railroad where you could experience the magic of the Confederacy), similarities to the Smiley Face Killer phenomenon, Chameleo psyops in Colorado's Black Forest, the Yucca Man who haunts the Mojave desert, the Monster of Elizabeth Lake in Angeles National Forest, Dead Man's Hole in the San Diego County desert, the overabundance of natural landmarks named “Devil's x”, the Mount Baldy sand dune in the Indiana Dunes National Park that inexplicably swallowed a child, Silas Jane's sinister Horse Syndicate, and David Paleides finally getting jinnpilled via Whitley Strieber.
Zach Reino, Jess McKenna and the whole Off Book gang join us deep in the Angeles National Forest for a real, live, improvised Country Bear Jamboree. Jamborweek artwork by Tona Grasa: https://www.instagram.com/grizzlyrojo/ Country Bears (2002) episode up at The Grizzly Gate: Patreon.com/PodcastTheRide Jamborweek shirts now on sale at the PTR Giftshop: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride?ref_id=7251 Listen to Podcast: The Ride Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW PODCAST: THE RIDE: https://twitter.com/PodcastTheRide https://www.instagram.com/podcasttheride BUY PODCAST: THE RIDE MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/podcast-the-ride PODCAST THE RIDE IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/podcast-the-ride Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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