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In 1980, a 20-year-old Graham Broyd turned a prestigious six-week scholarship to Washington, D.C. into the adventure of a lifetime. He traded his ticket for a flight to Los Angeles with a dream of surfing in Malibu and a wild plan to hitchhike across the country. In this episode, Graham shares the incredible story of his journey, a tale he revisited in 2024 to see how the country and he had changed. This is the ultimate story of hitchhiking across America then and now. What happens when you have just $600 to survive for six weeks, relying on your wits and the kindness—or danger—of strangers?This sprawling conversation, a must-listen for fans of incredible travel stories, is like a living "Backpack, Jacket, Surfboard" book review. Author Graham Broyd sits down with Blaine DeSantis to recount his unbelievable journey. We hear tales of extreme budget survival, like his method for turning a single Big Mac into a three-course meal, a story that comically landed his book in the "cooking humor" category on Amazon. Graham shares the unwritten rules and etiquette of the road, offering a fascinating look into the lost art of hitchhiking. This Graham Broyd travel memoir comes to life as he discusses his disastrous first attempt at surfing in Malibu, how he acquired an eight-foot surfboard as a travel companion, and the frightening night he spent alone in the desolate expanse of Death Valley.The episode explores the stark difference between America in 1980 vs 2024, contrasting the past with the present through Graham's retraced journey. He shares thrilling and sometimes chilling stories from hitchhiking America, from navigating an unwelcome advance near the Grand Canyon to the bizarre experience of ending up in Tijuana, Mexico on a trip to Malibu—a mystery he still hasn't solved. We learn how a single smart jacket gave him access to the high-rolling casinos of 1980s Las Vegas and how a chance encounter in a youth hostel led to a stunning interview with Senator Howard Baker about the Panama Canal Treaty. This detailed look at hitchhiking across America then and now culminates in a tale of unexpected benevolence on the gritty subways of New York City, proving that adventure and humanity can be found where you least expect them.About Our Guest:Graham Broyd is the author of the travel memoir "Backpack, Jacket, Surfboard." In 1980, at the age of 20, he embarked on an impromptu hitchhiking trip across the United States, a journey that profoundly shaped his life. Over 40 years later, he retraced his steps to recapture 24 photos from his original trip, discovering not only how much America had changed, but how much he had as well.Timestamps:(00:00) A Scholarship Becomes an Epic Adventure(02:12) From D.C. Scholarship to a Cross-Country Hitchhiking Adventure(05:20) Surviving on $15 a Day: The Three-Course Big Mac Meal(07:45) The Mystery of Tijuana: Retracing Steps 40 Years Later(14:29) The Reality of Surfing Malibu & Acquiring a Surfboard(17:22) The Unwritten Rules and Etiquette of 1980s Hitchhiking(19:49) A Terrifying Night Alone in Death Valley(22:56) How a Smart Jacket Got Me Into Vegas Casinos(28:09) The Dangers of the Road: An Unwelcome Encounter(35:18) How a Hitchhiker Interviewed Senator Howard Baker(39:48) Unexpected Kindness in 1980s New York City(41:52) America Then and Now: A Love Letter to a Changing NationLearn More From Our Guest & Episode Resources:Get your copy of "Backpack, Jacket, Surfboard"Learn more about Graham Broyd

While Shags is off tying the knot, we're rewinding to one of our all-time favorite conversations.In this classic episode, Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with fly-fishing legend Mark Van Patten for a wild and unforgettable ride. From Woodstock adventures and hitchhiking across the country to childhood street gangs, stream teams, the tying bench, mystery bait bucket, and gear talk — this is storytelling at its best.Episode 315 takes us back to where it all began: Episode 10.Special thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Paula's book "Hitchhiking into Recovery" takes center stage as we learn about the four pillars of connection and the fascinating details of her journey to recovery and beyond. Click HERE to donate to Sober Shares via PayPal.Website: www.sobershares.comEmail: mike@SoberShares.com

On this week's podcast, we have the privilege of hearing from Paula R. She shared her story and her new book, Hitchhiking into Recovery. 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of the most current version of Powerless But Not Helpless, a Recovery Interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, at www.BuddyC.org. You are welcome to share, post, and distribute this book anywhere that you believe it will be of help. You can also access a free daily Tao Recovery Email, a list of podcasts, and many other recovery resources.   Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TaoPodcast/ or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast.   A Course in Miracles - Daily lessons from the 365-Day Course in Miracles Calendar. See the notes in each entry for a more detailed description.  Click Here to add the Course in Miracles Calendar to your Google Calendar   Daily Thought is a daily Google Calendar you can add to your  Google Calendar. It provides a daily thought that combines elements of Christian, ACIM, Tao, and AA. Click here to add the Daily Thought Calendar to your Google Calendar    Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting www.ZoomAAMeetings.com   Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information!

The brilliant comedian, TV presenter and mental health campaigner Ruby Wax joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week. In this episode, Ruby tells us all about how she escaped from finishing school in Switzerland, takes us behind the scenes of some of her most iconic celebrity interviews and reveals how she hitchhiked to Mexico whilst at university! Plus, Ruby discusses her poignant experience volunteering at a refugee camp in Cape Town and shares how her friendship with the late Alan Rickman shaped the course of her life. Don't forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube. Places mentioned: Jamaica Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro Montreux, Switzerland Cape Town, South Africa Blue Spirit Retreat Centre, Costa Rica Mexico Glasgow, Scotland Findhorn, Scotland Asheville, North Carolina Dukes, London Chapters 00:00 Intro 10:00 Secret 1: Number 1 travel destination everybody should go to 14:02 Secret 2: Most unexpected travel experience 21:51 Secret 3: Most Over or Underrated travel experience 30:39 Secret 5: Best Food & Drink while travelling 38:19 Secret 4: Number 1 travel tip 40:38 Secret 6: Poignant memory from a trip  43:45 Secret 7: Special travel photograph 45:17 Outro

This week on Moped Outlaws, Sometimes the road takes you places you never expect. In this episode of Moped Outlaws, Marc and Greg ride alongside Lee Livingston, author of In the Rear View Mirror, as he unpacks his life through stories of friendship, rebellion, advertising glory, and personal redemption. Lee's journey begins with a 1956 […]

Santa Rosa Murders ////// Hitchhiking Victims Part 2 of 4  www.TrueCrimeCrime.comThe Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders is a series of unsolved homicides of young women that took place in the early 1970s. Many of the victims were confirmed or believed to have been hitchhiking in or around the Santa Rosa, California area. High School girls and College students were not safe. Often times the women and girls were not found until several days later. Many discovered in rural areas. If you have any information regarding these cases please submit a tip at sheriff-coldcase@sonoma-county.org or please call the Sonoma County Sheriff's cold case unit at 1707-565-2727  Beer of the Week - Saddle Bronc by Black Tooth Brewing Company Garage Grade 3 and 3 quarter bottle caps out of 5  For everything Garage True Crime go to www.TrueCrimeGarage.com We have an insider show that can be found on Patreon and Apple subscriptions. The show is called "Off The Record.” Join us if you are NASTY! There you will get dozens of episodes of Off The Record plus a couple of Bonus episodes and our first 50 shows.  True Crime Garage merchandise is available on our website's store page.  Plus get True Crime Garage Pod art that you can post on your socials on our Media page.  Follow the show on X and Insta @TrueCrimeGarage / Follow Nic on X @TCGNIC / Follow The Captain on X @TCGCaptain  Thanks for listening and thanks for telling a friend.  Be good, be kind, and don't litter!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Holly sits down with Aloe Driscoll—author, surfer, and adventurer extraordinaire—for a wide-ranging conversation that dives into the complexities of family relationships, money and investing, surf culture, and personal transformation. Aloe shares stories from her journey as a novice surfer evolving into a skilled wave rider, including her adventure hitchhiking and surfing through Central America back to Santa Cruz. She  discusses the process of writing her memoir, which reflects on the life lessons and inner growth gained through that epic surf odyssey. Together, they explore themes of breaking generational cycles, fostering inclusivity in the surf community, and embracing the ongoing journey of self-discovery. Connect with us at https://surfwithamigas.com/ or @surfwithamigas.Episodes produced and edited by Emma Roggenkamp.

This week I sat down with Jian Wong Yen, the founder of Cold Nips and a true social entrepreneur who has built one of Australia's largest and most inspiring wellness movements.We dive into Jian's upbringing and personal journey to creating a community that's not just about cold water dips, but about connection, resilience, and fun. He opens up about the lessons he's learned along the way, and how small actions can create big ripples in culture and wellbeing.One of my favourite parts of this chat is when Jian shares the wild adventure he had with his girlfriend — hitchhiking across Europe for months on just 10 euros a day. The stories are hilarious, humbling, and remind us that joy and growth often come from living simply and saying yes to the unknown.This episode is a mix of entrepreneurship, adventure, and community building — and it's full of practical takeaways and entertaining stories that will leave you inspired to lean into life a little more.We talk about:Jian's upbringing and what shaped his entrepreneurial spiritThe story behind starting Cold Nips and how it grew into a massive wellness movementWhy cold water and community go hand-in-hand for mental healthHis hitchhiking adventure across Europe with just €10 a dayLessons in simplicity, resilience, and creating impactIf you enjoy this episode, make sure to share it with a friend who loves adventure and wellness ✨Follow Jian COLD NIPSINSTAGRAM

This week I sat down with Jian Wong Yen, the founder of Cold Nips and a true social entrepreneur who has built one of Australia's largest and most inspiring wellness movements.We dive into Jian's upbringing and personal journey to creating a community that's not just about cold water dips, but about connection, resilience, and fun. He opens up about the lessons he's learned along the way, and how small actions can create big ripples in culture and wellbeing.One of my favourite parts of this chat is when Jian shares the wild adventure he had with his girlfriend — hitchhiking across Europe for months on just 10 euros a day. The stories are hilarious, humbling, and remind us that joy and growth often come from living simply and saying yes to the unknown.This episode is a mix of entrepreneurship, adventure, and community building — and it's full of practical takeaways and entertaining stories that will leave you inspired to lean into life a little more.We talk about:Jian's upbringing and what shaped his entrepreneurial spiritThe story behind starting Cold Nips and how it grew into a massive wellness movementWhy cold water and community go hand-in-hand for mental healthHis hitchhiking adventure across Europe with just €10 a dayLessons in simplicity, resilience, and creating impactIf you enjoy this episode, make sure to share it with a friend who loves adventure and wellness ✨Follow Jian COLD NIPSINSTAGRAM

Did you know Chris taught Ethan how to weld? Now that Chris is spending more time with us, we talked about how he ended up here and some crazy stories from his past.

Sarah is joined by Steve Agee, her old pal from The Sarah Silverman Program days. They share weird shit they’ve done together high, like peeing into Pringle cans and sanding Sarah’s car. Plus, Sarah shares hitchhiking tips and Steve talks about military school. Watch the podcast on YouTube here. You can leave a voice memo for Sarah at speakpipe.com/TheSarahSilvermanPodcast. Follow Sarah Silverman on Instagram @sarahkatesilverman. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. If you haven’t yet, now is a great time to subscribe to Lemonada Premium. You’ll get ad-free episodes and bonus content. Just hit the 'subscribe' button on Apple Podcasts, or, for all other podcast apps head to lemonadapremium.com to subscribe. That’s lemonadapremium.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On Episode 68 we introduce the first installment of the Cosbey Chronicles. Marc Cosbey, aka Uncle Coz, Cozmo, Sharkey, is the kindred spirit of the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship, and one of its co-founders. Born in the early 1950's, Coz left home at 17 years old and never looked back, living a free-spirited life of adventure from exploring the American West to sailing around the world on everything from old pirate ships to the most advanced Americas Cup racing boats. In this first episode of a multi-part series with Coz, we chat about his youth in Southern California during the birth of surfing, working in the Utah oil fields as a roughneck, a three-week backpacking trip through the Shoshone Wilderness of Wyoming where he accidently set his face on fire, hitchhiking and getting picked up by gun-toting thieves, building and racing Americas Cup sail boats and surviving a five-day winter storm in the Pacific Ocean on a 1910 Baltic Trader, an adventure that he thought would be his last. 3:00 – Recording from the Downieville Classic.5:30 – Introducing Marc “Coz” Cosbey aka Uncle Cozmo.10:30 – DOPE or DERP – Hot Tubs.14:10 – Part One of Cosbey Chronicles – Growing up in 1960s California, Traveling the West, Backpacking, Hitchhiking, Boat Building and Sailing.17:30 – Growing up in Newport Beach, California in the 1950s and 1960s, early days of surfing.20:10 – Leaving home at 17 years old and started surveying for oil.24:10 – What was Moab, Utah like in the early 1970s?27:10 – Cody, Wyoming and Yellowstone National Park in the early 1970s.28:00 – Backpacking from Cody to Jackson, Wyoming through the Shoshone Wilderness, accidentally burning down their tent and burning up his face and hands.38:00 – Hitchhiking and getting picked up by guys who just robbed a convenience store.42:58 – Do you ever pick up hitchhikers or Pacific Crest Trail hikers?47:30 – Spending a winter skiing in Mammoth Lakes in the mid 1970s.50:30 – Moving to Oahu, Hawaii to live on Waikiki and Ala Wai work on boats, surf and wind surf in the 1970s.54:00 – Spending months sailing across the Pacific Ocean on the Lord Jim sailing ship.59:30 – Finding the section of an old NASA rocket floating in the open ocean, then a killer whale follows next to them riding down a giant swell.1:02:30 – Refinishing a 12 meter sailing race boat for an America's Cup team in 1986 for Tom Blackaller and competing in 1987 America's Cup in Australia.1:15:35 – Sailing a real pirate boat built in 1910 from Alaska to San Francisco and the closest Coz ever came to perishing at sea in a 5-day storm.1:26:10 – Delivering a super high end sail boat across the Atlantic and receiving a mayday call about a captain who was lost at sea with clients stuck on the boat.

The Mancave discusses all the highlights of the week, Trump meets with Putin and Zelensky, the UK cracks down on catcalling, a hitchhiking robot gets vandalized, a Chinese man smuggles hundreds of turtles in his socks, and much much more!

What happens when you put your thumb out and trust America? Luke Whyte is finding out as he hitchhikes across the country, documenting conversations with strangers in an ambitious project to bridge our growing cultural divides.With years of hitchhiking experience spanning multiple continents, Luke brings a unique perspective to understanding human connection. His current journey is motivated by a troubling observation: Americans increasingly live in digital bubbles that amplify our differences while obscuring our shared humanity. By hitchhiking between rides with strangers from all walks of life, he creates a space for genuine connection that transcends political boundaries.The stories Luke shares during our conversation are both harrowing and profound. From nearly being murdered by a meth-addicted ex-convict to accidentally joining a drug smuggling operation in Central America, his adventures reveal the extraordinary situations that arise when you open yourself to the unknown. Yet despite occasional danger, Luke's experiences overwhelmingly demonstrate people's fundamental decency.Perhaps most surprising are Luke's insights about who stops to help strangers. Middle-class Americans prove most likely to offer rides, while both the extremely wealthy and those in severe poverty tend to pass him by—though for very different reasons. These patterns reveal deeper truths about trust, empathy, and community across American society.Luke's journey isn't just outward exploration but also personal healing. He candidly discusses his struggles with substance abuse, which developed while working remotely for a high-pressure tech startup. His current project provides space for reflection while creating meaningful connections that counteract the isolation of modern life.Follow Luke's ongoing adventures through "American Awe" on Youtube and social media and witness firsthand how hitchhiking might help heal a divided nation—one ride at a time.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukewhyte/#TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@americanaweYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@american-aweSend us a textSupport the showFollow Wild Chaos on Social Media: Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-chaos-podcast/id1732761860Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KFGZ6uABb1sQlfkE2TIoc?si=8ff748aa4fc64331 ⁠⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildchaospodcastBam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bambam0069Youtube: https://youtube.com/@wildchaospodTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@wildchaosshowMeta (Facebook): ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheWildChaosPodcast

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Would you hop into a white van with six strangers while hitchhiking solo across Australia?If you've ever wondered what hitchhiking is really like as a solo female traveler, this episode is for you. This week's Travel Talk was inspired by host Kim Anderson's recent conversation with Ana Lucas, aka The Sustainable Backpacker (Episode #190). Ana is a solo female traveler who's currently hitchhiking all the way from Portugal to Australia. That's over 14,000 km, across 25 countries!That conversation brought back a memory of Kim's first time hitchhiking in Australia, and a moment that tested intuition, courage, and trust in the kindness of strangers.You'll hear about one surprising ride that shaped the journey in unexpected ways… and what it taught about listening to your gut, staying open, and finding connection where you least expect it.In a world that often focuses on what can go wrong, this episode explores the surprising and uplifting moments when things turn out even better than you ever imagined. In this episode, you'll explore:What it's really like to hitchhike as a solo female travelerWhy trusting your instincts is everything on the roadSometimes life requires you to literally fight for your dreamsIf you've ever wondered if the world is still full of kind, generous humans, or just needed a sign to follow that dream tugging at your heart - this is it.Hit play and send this one to a friend who's always down for the adventure!WANT MORE solo female travelers chasing wild adventures? CHECK OUT these episodes:The Art of Solo Travel: Navigating the World as a Full Time Content Creator w/ Savanna Crowell #49Traveling Syria: A Solo Female Traveler's Unfiltered Journey #146How to Handle Foreign Privilege and Unwanted Attention Abroad - Solo Female Travel Tips | TRAVEL TALK #122Want travel tips and a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast? SIGN UP for our weekly newsletter here! It's just the good stuff, I promise. No spam here. Support the showMore Travel with Less Money—Download Your FREE GUIDE & Start Exploring! Let's connect on Instagram! @DesignHerTravel Get $20 when you Sign-Up for Buzzsprout Please Note: I may earn a small commission when purchasing through these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but does help support the show.

HOUR 2- Jake Tries Hitchhiking, Blind Charlie is Part Cow and MORE full 2081 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 16:17:00 +0000 wiyIHYylSxYRuP9PssU1EmLMgNKG7ByU society & culture Klein/Ally Show: The Podcast society & culture HOUR 2- Jake Tries Hitchhiking, Blind Charlie is Part Cow and MORE Klein.Ally.Show on KROQ is more than just a "dynamic, irreverent morning radio show that mixes humor, pop culture, and unpredictable conversation with a heavy dose of realness." (but thanks for that quote anyway). Hosted by Klein, Ally, and a cast of weirdos (both on the team and from their audience), the show is known for its raw, offbeat style, offering a mix of sarcastic banter, candid interviews, and an unfiltered take on everything from culture to the chaos of everyday life. With a loyal, engaged fanbase and an addiction for pushing boundaries, the show delivers the perfect blend of humor and insight, all while keeping things fun, fresh, and sometimes a little bit illegal. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://player.amperwavepo

After taking on the challenge of traveling all around Japan in a tuk-tuk, Tomoya Midori has hit pause due to the rainy season and shifted gears — all the way to Australia! Now, he's on a brand-new journey: hitchhiking from Cairns to Melbourne over the course of one month. Embracing the open road, local connections, and unpredictable twists of travel, Tomoya is experiencing Australia in the rawest and most adventurous way possible. - 昨年の11月からトゥクトゥクに乗って日本一周に挑戦している「緑の旅人」こと、緑ともやさん。日本が梅雨入りし、旅を一時中断したともやさんは、新たな挑戦の舞台をオーストラリアに決めて来豪。現在はケアンズからメルボルンを目指して、1ヶ月かけてヒッチハイクでオーストラリア縦断に挑戦中です。

Think hitchhiking across 25 countries as a woman is dangerous? Think again.Meet Ana Lucas, also known as The Sustainable Backpacker, a solo female traveler currently hitchhiking from Portugal to Australia. That's 25 countries, 14,000 kilometers, and an epic journey that defies the media narrative about the dangers of traveling alone as a woman. In this episode, host Kim Anderson learns how Ana's her open-hearted approach to slow, sustainable travel has not only brought her across continents, but into contact with the kindness of strangers, the depth of her own courage, and a version of the world that's very different from the one we often see on the news.If you've ever dreamed of taking a big leap, challenging the status quo, or just seeing what happens when you trust humanity and follow your gut, Ana's story will light a fire in you. From her mindset and practical tips for hitchhiking to the quiet moments of clarity she's had on the road, this conversation is filled with wisdom, vulnerability, and inspiration.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:What it's really like to hitchhike solo as a woman across 25 countriesThe safety tools Ana swears by and how to tune into your intuitionThe key to meaningful long-term travel.This episode is for anyone who's craving a deeper kind of journey, questioning the fear-based narratives we're often sold, or secretly dreaming about that one wild adventure they can't stop thinking about.RESOURCES:Connect with Anna on Instagram & YouTube⚡️ ROUND BOOK: Into the Wild by Jon KrakauerEPISODE DETAILS:05:44 - A journey isn't just about getting somewhere11:23 -  If you're interested in long-term travel 13:56 - One of the most important ways to stay safe 28:31 -  Bravery is as simple as29:35 - If there's an idea in your head and heartWANT MORE Stories from Solo Female Travelers? Try these episodes:How to Handle Foreign Privilege and Unwanted Attention Abroad - Solo Female Travel Tips #122Traveling Syria: A Solo Female Traveler's Unfiltered Journey #146Wander Woman: Empowering Women to Travel Solo - The Ins & Outs of Solo Female Travel #10Want travel tips and a behind-the-scenes look at the podcast? SIGN UP for our weekly newsletter here! It's just the good stuff, I promise. No spam here. Support the showMore Travel with Less Money—Download Your FREE GUIDE & Start Exploring! Let's connect on Instagram! @DesignHerTravel Get $20 when you Sign-Up for Buzzsprout Please Note: I may earn a small commission when purchasing through these links. It doesn't cost you anything extra but does help support the show.

Have you ever wanted to transform your life? Sure, we can tweak a habit here and there from our usual comfortable perch. But sometimes we feel a rumble from down deep in our bellies; adventure and change is calling, but we're too scared to answer. What can happen when we do? Here today to answer that question is Jonny Wright, hitchhiker extraordinaire and fan of irreversible decisions. After traveling the globe, traversing 22 countries through over 17,000 miles of hitchhiking, Jonny knows what it means to make a single big decision that changes everything. After a big breakup, move, and pandemic, Jonny knew that he needed a big change — to shake things up so much that they could never settle back to normal — but didn't know where to start. Now armed with hard-earned wisdom from the road, he teaches us how to pinpoint the changes that we need to make and the direction we need to go when we can't seem to figure out where to begin. Additionally, Jonny shares: - Why hitchhiking is a risk he's willing to take - How to hitchhike as effectively as possible - How to hitchhike Europe - How hitchhiking is a teacher of impulse, intuition, and self regulation - What it takes financially to plan a months long trip - His magnificent Turkish wedding story form the road You'll leave this episode with a fresh perspective on humanity and feasible steps to for listening to the wise voice inside you, guiding you to a fulfilling life. SHOWNOTES - Join the Unruly Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/unrulytravel
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On a frigid February day in 1974, 25-year-old graduate student Mary Schlais stuck out her thumb to hitch a ride. She planned to travel from Minneapolis, Minnesota to Madison, Wisconsin and then make her way north to Chicago to attend an art show. Back then, it was common for young people to rely on the kindness of strangers for transportation. Hitchhiking around the Twin Cities was something Mary did regularly. That cold February day was the last time anyone saw the free-spirited woman alive. Mary's body was discovered later that day, but it would be more than 50 years before her killer was tracked down through genetic genealogy.  Subscribe to Jami's YouTube channel @JamiOnAir: https://www.youtube.com/@jamionair Follow Jami @JamiOnAir on Instagram and TikTok. Sponsors Boulevard: Visit JoinBLVD.com/MURDERISH to book a demo and get 10% off your first year subscription, for new customers. Shopify: Visit shopify.com/murderish to sign up for a $1/month trial. TaskRabbit: Visit TaskRabbit.com, or download the TaskRabbit app, and use code MURDERISH for 15% off your first task Dirty Money Moves: Women in White Collar Crime - Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirty-money-moves-women-in-white-collar-crime/id1619521092. Research and writing by: Alison Schwartz. Want to advertise on this show? We've partnered with Cloud10 Media to handle our advertising requests. If you're interested in advertising on MURDERISH, please send an email to Sahiba Krieger sahiba@cloud10.fm and copy jami@murderish.com.  Visit Murderish.com to learn more about the podcast and Creator/Host, Jami, and to view a list of sources for this episode.  Listening to this podcast doesn't make you a murderer, it just means you're murder..ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Imagine a home that grows your food, collects rainwater, and slashes utility bills—true freedom in an affordability crisis. Join host Bronson Hill for an eye-opening conversation with Daryl Urbanski, serial entrepreneur and host of The Best Business Podcast, recorded in June 2025. From hitchhiking across Canada at 17 to nearly launching a sustainable hostel at 19, Daryl's journey led him to partner with Wonderful Structures to create the Oasis Bio Home—a modular, self-sufficient home built in 90 days with no money down, paid off in 3–5 years. Using fiber resin polymer (FRP) and Earthship-inspired systems, these homes feature solar power, gray water recycling for indoor gardens, and earth berm insulation, costing just $126 per square foot.Whether for Airbnbs, retirement communities, or off-grid living, Daryl's vision tackles housing crises, climate resilience, and tax burdens. Learn how to invest in sustainable homes, escape the “tax farm,” and align with a purpose-driven, contrarian lifestyle.TIMESTAMPS00:42 - Introduction: Sustainable living beyond eco-friendly01:17 - Guest introduction: Daryl Urbanski's journey02:30 - Early hustle: Hitchhiking and entrepreneurial roots06:12 - First sustainable vision: Earthship-inspired hostel10:13 - Oasis Bio Home: Self-sufficient, modular homes12:20 - Building process: 90-day construction, no foundation15:13 - Sustainability features: Gray water gardens, solar power16:36 - Cost efficiency: $126/sq ft, ready for occupancy18:40 - Use cases: Airbnbs, retirement communities, preppers22:28 - Freedom from the system: Escaping death by subscription24:35 - Global projects: From California to Brazil28:12 - Investor appeal: Subdivisions without infrastructure costs31:07 - Connecting with Daryl: Websites and contact info33:14 - Key takeaways: Sustainable homes for financial freedomConnect with the Guest:Website: https://oasisbiohome.com/Website 2: https://wonderfulstructures.com/Website/Podcast: https://members.bestbusinesscoach.ca/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darylurbanski/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealDarylUrbanski/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarylUrbanski/videos#SustainableLiving#OasisBioHome#OffGridLiving#FinancialFreedom#EcoFriendlyHomes#RealEstateInvesting#PurposeDriven

#166 - What happens when your adventurous spirit collides with a life-changing diagnosis? Meet Brooke King, a fearless 29-year-old who refuses to let thyroid cancer dim her extraordinary approach to life.Brooke's story begins in Chicago, where she lived a successful but predictable life as a young homeowner. When COVID hit, something shifted - that innate desire for adventure could no longer be contained. She sold her house and embraced alternative living - from boats to school buses - launching herself into experiences most would never dare attempt. Hitchhiking on the "Desert Snake" (the world's deadliest train) through the Sahara Desert? Check. Tracking down a floating grocery store yacht in Turkey? Absolutely. Dog attack training? Why not?Then came the unexpected plot twist - a thyroid cancer diagnosis that might have derailed someone with less resilience. But for Brooke, this became another adventure to navigate with the same determination that helped her travel solo through remote parts of Africa. "I didn't want to just heal from cancer and get through it," she explains. "I wanted to rise above it."Now, Brooke is channeling her energy into training for a 72-hour rowing expedition across the Mediterranean from Barcelona to Ibiza. What was already on her bucket list has transformed into "Row to Remission" - a powerful statement of hope and a fundraiser for cancer research. She'll row alongside three other women, including a former Olympian, taking two-hour shifts around the clock with minimal sleep.Brooke's philosophy about adventure is refreshingly accessible: "Adventure is intentionally trying something new." It doesn't require traveling to exotic locations or extreme sports - it simply means choosing growth and new experiences for their own sake. Through her story, she reminds us that our greatest adventures often arrive disguised as our greatest challenges.Follow Brooke's journey on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok @brookesjoyrides or visit brookesjoyrides.com to support her cancer fundraising efforts. As she says with infectious enthusiasm: "There's no time to waste."Want to be a guest on Journey with Jake? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/journeywithjake Visit LandPirate.com to get your gear that has you, the adventurer, in mind. Use the code "Journey with Jake" to get an additional 15% off at check out. Visit geneticinsights.co and use the code "DISCOVER25" to enjoy a sweet 25% off your first purchase.

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week, we head to the Heart of Dixie—Alabama! Kenzie begins with the heartbreaking story of Vicki DeBlieux, a kind-hearted woman whose life was tragically cut short after a trip to visit family. What started as a journey home ended in a senseless act of violence that left more questions than answers. Then, Lauren turns up the heat with one of Alabama's most haunted locations—Sloss Furnaces. This historic industrial site once fueled Birmingham's growth, but behind the blast furnaces and smokestacks lies a chilling history of accidents, deaths, and ghostly encounters. Join us as we explore the tragedy and terror hidden deep in Alabama's past.--Follow us on Social Media and find out how to support A Scary State by clicking on our Link Tree: https://instabio.cc/4050223uxWQAl--Have a scary tale or listener story of your own? Send us an email to ascarystatepodcast@gmail.com! We can't wait to read it!--Thinking of starting a podcast? Thinking about using Buzzsprout for that? Well use our link to let Buzzsprout know we sent you and get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1722892--Works cited!https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Dq_0tJvFgEFuU1ZpZQ3E_LcuLc-RrTML8fSt9ILWb6k/edit?usp=sharing --Intro and outro music thanks to Kevin MacLeod. You can visit his site here: http://incompetech.com/. Which is where we found our music!

Available today! Meet Canadian author, David LeBrun, whose first book, a travel memoir, is being published today by Tortoise Books. Delirium Vitae is a recounting of David's adventures in Central America when he fled the cold Canadian winter to party with an old friend, promptly ran out of money, and began the slow journey of discovering what he was running from while returning home. In this episode, David talks about the jobs-related book he was working on during the trip and how it was scuttled when this one emerged. Delirium Vitae weaves David's adventures with colorful if sketchy characters into a portrait of a sensitive and observant young man, trying to grapple with life's tragedies. He also offers insights into his long writing process, the usefulness of editors and critique groups, and what to focus on as a writer. Come for the breakneck, page-turning escapades, stay for the thoughtful exploration of self-healing through writing. A wonderful episode for readers and writers.David's book at Tortoise Books:https://tortoisebooks.com/store/deliriumvitaeDavid's website, including some short stories:https://www.davidlebrun.ca/Thoughts? Comments? Potshots? Contact the show at:https://booksshowstunes.discreetguide.com/contact/Support us!https://booksshowstunes.discreetguide.com/support/Sponsored by Discreet Guide Training:https://training.discreetguide.com/Social Media:YouTube: @MadActsXTwitter: @Mad_ActsBlueSky: @mad-acts.bsky.socialFB: @BooksShowsTunesIG: @Mad_ActsLI: Jennifer K. Crittenden

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Full show - Wednesday | Hitchhiking | News or Nope - Real IDs and free donuts | Erica doesn't even recognize herself anymore | OPP - My wife got a new job and won't stop sleeping with me | Slacker's Mother's Day dilemma | Bald is sexy | Sober relations | T'd Off with T. Hack - Alarm clocks | Stupid stories @theslackershow @ericasheaaa @thackiswack @radioerin

Tom Brady regrets his Netflix roast. Hitchhiking is a thing of the past. Plus, AI Caitlin Clark wishes Nigel a "happy birthday!" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't have time to listen to the entire Dave & Chuck the Freak podcast? Check out some of the tastiest bits of the day, including hitchhiking experiences, woman fakes pregnancy with star from The Bachelor, Frontier Airlines staff go viral for customer interaction, and more!

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Hilaria Baldwin is promoting her new book ‘Manual Not Included' and we're thankful for the hilarious content. Vinnie thinks Alec Baldwin was good in a movie 30 years ago. Sarah's got more Hollywood reboot news: Today's victims are Clueless and Practical Magic. Hitchhiking isn't what it used to be - the gang shares their experiences.

Sarah and Vinnie are talking about all the drama coming out of the Met Gala, shoplifting, and Tom Cruise. Scott Budman calls in to tell us the deal with this new Meta AI app. Plus, Hilaria Baldwin is promoting her new book ‘Manual Not Included' and we're thankful for the hilarious content. Hitchhiking isn't what it used to be, Luke Combs has parenting advice, Kanye kind of did an interview with Piers Morgan, and it's time to call your mom!

73% of Americans say they would NEVER go hitchhiking...but what about the other 27%? What's your hitchhiking story?

Rod, Mo, Alex, and Chile talk about Mother's Day, Hitchhiking, and tell you why Texas is one of the kinkiest states in the country. They also do another round of Risk It For The Biscuit.

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The most important teacher I ever had was not some Harvard professor, or one of many newspaper editors who carved up my prose. It wasn't even a person, a whole person anyway. It was an appendage.

We dive into the world of hitchhiking, sharing charming and cautionary tales.

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Send us a textIn this high-energy conversation, Joey Pinz chats with Joshua Liberman, a cybersecurity expert, adventurer, and polyglot with a fascinating life story. From hitchhiking across Africa and Asia to mastering martial arts and leading in cybersecurity, Joshua shares how resilience, adaptability, and quick decision-making have shaped his success.

A simple act of kindness on the open road can turn into a nightmare – these true stories of hitchhiking horror will make you think twice before picking up a stranger… or thumbing a ride yourself.IN THIS EPISODE: The open road is a beautiful place where you can make friends that you'd otherwise never meet and have adventures that will change your life. But there are also extreme dangers to traveling with strangers on highways and backroads. No matter how trustworthy or well-intentioned a driver might seem, it's nearly impossible to tell if they are actually a predator or murderer, preying upon innocent hitchhikers. Creepy, true hitchhiker stories can make you think twice before picking up that stranger at the side of the road - or trying to "thumb it" yourself.SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Hitchhiker” original story at the beginning of this episode was written by HoneyBunny00: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8b53e2“Hitchhiking Horror Stories” by Isadora Teich for Ranker.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3yj8t3ka, by Jacob Shelton for Ranker.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2s4a2wkz, Eric Redding for ThoughtCatalog.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/hk8pn8rf, and from ScaryCarries.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2aead59t“Phantom Hitchhikers” posted at Anomalien.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y4dxkv7m, Kelly Agan for Medium.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/36wucpzm, Paul Adams for The History Press:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8z538u, and Krystal DeCosta for ScientificAmerican.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mr29nkpa=====Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: January, 2021EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HitchhikingHorrors

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