Podcasts about Machu Picchu

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Fresh off our recent expedition to Peru and Easter Island, I sit down with fellow history researcher and explorer Simon Tufnell to discuss the endless ancient anomalies that we witnessed, touched and examined during our South American expedition. From the Nazca Lines, to strange elongated skulls, to Cusco's 200 ton blocks, to mysterious caves, to "The Lost City" of Machu Picchu and to the Colossal Moai statues of Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Simon and I not only share our own reflections and theories concerning these enigmatic sites, but we dive deep into some of the long forgotten legends and oral traditions regarding them. Is there more to history than we have been told?TOURS

Martín Chambi is regarded as one of the most important indigenous Peruvian photographers of the 20th century. Famous for his black and white images of local Andean people and the surrounding countryside, Chambi's work challenged preconceptions of Peruvian culture and traditions. In 1924 he was among the first to photograph Machu Picchu – his work helping to shape the way Peru is seen around the world. His photography was declared part of the Cultural Heritage of the Nation by Peru's government in 2019. Jacqueline Paine speaks to his grandson Roberto Chambi.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from football in Brazil, the history of the ‘Indian Titanic' and the invention of air fryers, to Public Enemy's Fight The Power, subway art and the political crisis in Georgia. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: visionary architect Antoni Gaudi and the design of the Sagrada Familia; Michael Jordan and his bespoke Nike trainers; Princess Diana at the Taj Mahal; and Görel Hanser, manager of legendary Swedish pop band Abba on the influence they've had on the music industry. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the time an Iraqi journalist hurled his shoes at the President of the United States in protest of America's occupation of Iraq; the creation of the Hollywood commercial that changed advertising forever; and the ascent of the first Aboriginal MP.(Photo: Martín Chambi self-portrait 1923. Credit: Martín Chambi Archive.)

At the top of Machu Picchu the view is beautiful, even on an overcast day. The day is quiet and serene except for the trickle of ancient Incan structures, crickets, and a soft breeze.Spotify listener? Lose the intros by becoming a subscriber!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://anchor.fm/tmsoft/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Looking for something specific? Check out our playlists: ⁠Waves⁠, ⁠Rain⁠, ⁠Storms⁠, ⁠Meditation⁠, ⁠Fire⁠, ⁠Wind⁠, ⁠Fans⁠, ⁠Nature⁠, ⁠Trains⁠, ⁠Traffic & Cars⁠, ⁠Household⁠, ⁠City⁠, ⁠Winter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about the White Noise App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the White Noise app for free!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen to Our Albums Ad Free on Spotify!⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Today we have Christopher. He is 27 years old from Melbourne, Australia and he took his last drink on July 13th, 2019.   Sponsors for this episode include: Better Help – 10% off of your first month   On October 4th-15th, we are going to Peru!  There are still three spots available for this 11-day 12-night journey throughout Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley. Included in this journey are hiking the Inca Trail and a service project with Peruvian Hearts.   [02:38] Thoughts from Paul:   Today Paul presents the third of a three-part series where he covers the healing one may expect in the first year away from alcohol. This week he covers the spiritual (not necessarily religious) component of healing and what can generally be expected over the course of the first year away from alcohol.   Spiritual growth isn't necessarily linear and likely won't start in the first week. There may have been a moment before your last drink when time seemed to stop, and you were pulled into the present moment where you could see where things were headed if you didn't quit drinking.   For some this growth may involve religious exploration and for others it may just be feeling the pull to be in nature or seeing life synchronicities and being able to decipher signals of intuition in your body. Creativity may return and books like Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way can help unblock creative channels.   Paul shares many different ways spiritual healing can show up for people on the journey to being alcohol-free.   [09:28] Paul introduces Christopher:   Chris is 27 and lives in Melbourne, Australia. He is about to start being a psychologist in a few weeks where he looks forward to being of service, but currently is working in the restaurant area of a pub. For fun he enjoys the outdoors, running, hiking and is a fan of philosophy.   Chris' drinking began like many others when he was in his teens. He says he instantly felt free, and his problems slipped away. He drank when the opportunities arose, and it was mainly binge drinking on the weekends.   Chris said he cared a lot of what others thought of him or if they found him interesting, so he began to believe that he had to drink in order to please them. This led to an escalation in his drinking and not long after he began to question his it but didn't feel like it was an addiction. He kept himself busy to avoid dealing with those thoughts. When Chris was 19 or 20, he was going into another semester at school and was exhausted. He decided to take this time to quit alcohol and drugs. He found himself thinking about alcohol a lot during this time and began to explore what this meant to him. Chris didn't want to share with anyone what he was doing so kept it to himself.   After the three-month break, Chris went back to drinking and it wasn't the same. He realized that alcohol had been ruined for him. He was drinking just because he was terrified of the alternative but eventually decided to quit and this time shared his intention with others.   In spite of having multiple years away from alcohol, Chris didn't feel completely sober. He recently began to prioritize his sobriety and utilize more resources in his recovery. He was listening to the RE podcast but also became more active in Café RE and started going to AA meetings and getting a sponsor. Realizing that he couldn't do it alone was a big revelation for Chris. He says that prioritizing his sobriety is the most important component to having control over the rest of his life.   Christopher's parting piece of guidance: “do what's right for you. Your truth is your truth and there is going to be a lot of outside noise, but you probably know what is going on deep down better than you realize.”     Recovery Elevator Go big, because eventually we'll all go home. I love you guys.   RE on Instagram Café RE RE merch Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes       

Discover the magic of Machu Picchu at sunrise with Inca Rail's "Machu Picchu in the Morning" tour. Enjoy panoramic views aboard the 360° Train, expert-guided exploration of the citadel, and a seamless, all-inclusive travel experience. Book your adventure at Inca Rail. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Experience Machu Picchu at its most enchanting with Inca Rail's new sunset tour. This $321 package offers crowd-free exploration during golden hour, complete with round-trip trains, guides, and hotel transfers—all with a relaxed morning departure. Inca Rail City: Cusco Address: 105 Portal de Panes Website: https://incarail.com/

Kristen Schaal (Bob's Burgers) joins David to talk about hiking Machu Picchu, Mr. Holland's Opus, and more. Catch all new episodes every Thursday. Watch video episodes here.Guest: Kristen SchaalSubscribe and Rate Senses Working Overtime on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode!Follow David on Instagram and Twitter.Follow the show:Instagram: @sensesworkingovertimepodTikTok: @swopodEditor: Kati SkeltonEngineer: Chris OsbornExecutive Producer: Emma FoleyAdvertise on Senses Working Overtime via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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With Wheeler mysteriously missing from his gadget shack, Snoop and Sniffy travel unknowingly to Cusco, Peru, where they soon find themselves scaling mountains, befriending bickering llamas, and exploring a wonder of the world. Just like Snoop and Sniffy sharpen their detective skills, YOU can level up your learning with ABCmouse, the award-winning online learning program for kids ages 2–8. With over 10,000 fun, interactive activities across subjects like reading, math, science, art, and music, ABCmouse makes learning feel like a game. Even during “quiet time!” Get started today with a FREE month at www.abcmouse.com/snoopsniffy.

Today we have Maggie. She is 42 years old, from Switzerland, and she took her last drink on February 24th, 2024.   Sponsors for this episode include: Better Help – 10% off of your first month Café RE – the social app for sober people     Registration for our annual alcohol-free retreat in Bozeman is now open. From August 6th through 10th, we will be spending lots of time in nature, doing breathwork, a lakeside hangout, laser tag and more.   In October of this year, we are going to Peru!  There are still spots available for this 11-day 12-night journey throughout Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley.   [02:43] Thoughts from Paul:   A question Paul hears and sees frequently is what to expect when we put the bottle down. He shares that the destruction of alcohol happens in three steps. First the spiritual component, then mental and finally physical. Healing tends to happen in the reverse order. There will be overlap and the transition is not quite linear, nor does the healing ever stop.   Paul expands on what to expect when healing begins and how it can look for our bodies and minds in the first week, month, six months to a year.   [12:06] Paul introduces Maggie:   Maggie is from Switzerland but lives in Hong Kong with her husband Chris and their four dogs. They enjoy spending time on the beach, stand up paddling and triathlons.  Professionally, Maggie was the head of IT in investment banking but has recently changed careers and now is an options equity trader.   Maggie says she had her first drink when she was 13 and instantly felt relief from her anxiety. During her teen years, she says she and her friends spent a lot of time going out to bars and she discovered clubbing and cocaine when she was 18.   Maggie did well in school and started working with hedge funds after graduating. She says the workdays ended at 4pm and everyone would go out to have drinks afterwards. Her drinking wasn't concerning to her at this point in time.   Maggie moved to Hong Kong when she was 24 and this is when she began to realize that she didn't have an off switch when it came to alcohol. Everyone else would be ready to go home and Maggie says she was just getting started.   From the age of 20 to around 30, Maggie says things got progressively worse. While everything looked successful and stable on the outside, inside she was falling apart. Maggie would compare herself with people that were worse off than her as a way to justify her drinking. Moderation entered the picture, and she would sign up for a lot of physical activities as a way to force herself to be sober.   Maggie moved to Singapore before COVID but then lost her job and was there for a year without her husband. That is when she went from binge drinking to daily drinking. Upon her return to Hong Kong, her husband told her she needed to go to AA.   After four years of stops and starts while trying to make AA work, Maggie knew she needed to try something different. Addicted to multiple substances, Maggie checked herself into rehab but relapsed as soon as she left. After her return to Hong Kong, Maggie tried another location where they used EMDR therapy which helped her find the root causes of her addiction issues.   Maggie was given Antabuse after leaving rehab and that has helped alcohol become a non-negotiable for her. In sobriety she learned that she couldn't return to her old job. She has made a career change that allows her to work less hours and find a new hobby creating and selling her art.   Maggie feels peaceful now. Her goals are to continue to do sports and be a better athlete, continue to travel and maintain her current peaceful lifestyle.   Maggie's parting piece of guidance: hang in there and you will eventually get there. Never give up and maybe also explore the root cause of what is causing the drinking in the first place.   Recovery Elevator This isn't a no to alcohol but a yes to a better life. I love you guys.   RE on Instagram RE merch Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes       

Vart skulle du vilja åka om du fick åka vart som helst? Om ingenting hindrade dig, vad vore din drömdestination? Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. I Karlavagnen med Hanna Sihlman pratar vi om önskefärden. Katy Perry åkte till rymden och kysste marken när hon återvände till jorden. Vart vill du åka?Vill du vara på toppen av Machu Picchu, med den mäktiga Anderna som bakgrund, eller vandra genom de färgglada gatorna i Marrakech, där varje hörn bjuder på nya dofter och smaker. Kanske drömmer du om att utforska de antika ruinerna i Rom, där varje sten berättar en historia från en svunnen tid. Är det en solnedgången på en vita sandstrand som är din drömdestination? Eller väljer du torpet i Småland eller stugan i fjällen när du får åka vart du vill?Dit vill jag åka om jag får åka vart jag vill!Ring eller mejla oss, på karlavagnen@sverigesradio.se eller skriv till oss på Facebook och Instagram. Telefonslussen öppnar kl. 21. Programmet startar kl. 21:40 eller ca kl. 22.30.

Today we sit down with Robert Harrington.Robert Harrington is the founder and owner of Bella Media, a video production company known for its heartfelt storytelling, technical excellence, and personalized service. Bella Media has been serving clients for over 20 years. With a background in technical theater, Robert discovered a passion for storytelling through video and turned it into his life's work. He leads a talented and diverse team dedicated to helping clients authentically connect with their audiences. One of his most meaningful projects took him to Kenya, where he captured the story of a local orphanage and helped rally vital support. He also captured the story of a blind man in Peru making the 4 day Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu. Whether behind the camera or connecting with clients, Robert's mission remains the same—build relationships, serve others, and use storytelling to make an impact.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Balancing Adventure and Safety in the Heart of Machu Picchu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-04-16-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El cielo sobre Machu Picchu estaba cubierto de nubes cuando Iván, Sofía y María llegaron.En: The sky over Machu Picchu was covered with clouds when Iván, Sofía, and María arrived.Es: Las hojas de los árboles comenzaban a cambiar de color, llenando el paisaje de tonos dorados y ocres.En: The leaves of the trees were beginning to change color, filling the landscape with golden and ochre tones.Es: Iván miraba el lugar con admiración, pero tenía que concentrarse.En: Iván looked at the place with admiration, but he had to concentrate.Es: Había llegado a Perú con un propósito muy claro: encontrar nuevas oportunidades para su agencia de viajes.En: He had come to Perú with a very clear purpose: finding new opportunities for his travel agency.Es: —Es impresionante, ¿verdad?En: —It's impressive, isn't it?Es: —dijo Sofía, saltando con entusiasmo—.En: —said Sofía, jumping with enthusiasm—.Es: ¡Piensa en todos los paquetes de aventura que podríamos ofrecer aquí!En: Just think of all the adventure packages we could offer here!Es: María arqueó una ceja, cautelosa como siempre.En: María raised an eyebrow, cautious as always.Es: —Sí, pero el clima es impredecible —respondió, mirando al cielo—.En: —Yes, but the weather is unpredictable —she replied, looking at the sky—.Es: Y la altitud puede ser un problema.En: And the altitude can be a problem.Es: Debemos ser cuidadosos.En: We need to be careful.Es: Iván sabía que tenía que equilibrar las ideas.En: Iván knew he had to balance the ideas.Es: Mientras caminaban por los senderos empinados, notó el entusiasmo de Sofía.En: As they walked along the steep trails, he noticed Sofía's enthusiasm.Es: Ella quería captar lo mejor para los clientes, buscar nuevas rutas emocionantes y ofrecer experiencias inolvidables.En: She wanted to capture the best for the clients, seek new exciting routes, and offer unforgettable experiences.Es: María, sin embargo, pensaba en la logística, en la seguridad y en los posibles problemas.En: María, however, thought about logistics, safety, and potential problems.Es: El grupo continuó su exploración.En: The group continued their exploration.Es: Las nubes seguían moviéndose rápidamente, y antes de darse cuenta, comenzó a llover.En: The clouds kept moving quickly, and before they realized it, it started to rain.Es: Buscando refugio, encontraron una antigua estructura de piedra donde se detuvieron a discutir.En: Looking for shelter, they found an ancient stone structure where they stopped to discuss.Es: —Tenemos que ser precavidos —insistió María—.En: —We have to be cautious —insisted María—.Es: No podemos comprometer la seguridad por la aventura.En: We can't compromise safety for adventure.Es: —Pero no podemos dejar pasar esta oportunidad —respondió Sofía—.En: —But we can't let this opportunity pass by —responded Sofía—.Es: Los viajeros buscan emoción.En: Travelers seek excitement.Es: Iván, siempre el pragmático, escuchaba a las dos.En: Iván, always the pragmatist, listened to the two.Es: Sabía que estaban en un lugar donde los dioses antiguos dictaban el clima y el terreno.En: He knew they were in a place where ancient gods dictated the weather and terrain.Es: En ese momento, entendió que necesitaba encontrar un punto medio.En: At that moment, he understood that he needed to find a middle ground.Es: Las preocupaciones de cada una eran válidas.En: Each one's concerns were valid.Es: De repente, la lluvia cesó.En: Suddenly, the rain stopped.Es: Salieron de su refugio y vieron un arcoíris resplandeciente sobre las ruinas.En: They left their shelter and saw a radiant rainbow over the ruins.Es: Era un símbolo de equilibrio y esperanza.En: It was a symbol of balance and hope.Es: Iván sonrió, sintiendo que finalmente había encontrado la respuesta.En: Iván smiled, feeling that he had finally found the answer.Es: —Probaremos ambos caminos —dijo Iván, mirando a sus compañeras—.En: —We will try both paths —said Iván, looking at his companions—.Es: Uniremos la aventura con la seguridad.En: We'll combine adventure with safety.Es: Crearemos paquetes que ofrezcan emoción, pero siempre priorizando el bienestar de nuestros clientes.En: We'll create packages that offer excitement, but always prioritizing our clients' well-being.Es: Sofía y María asintieron, satisfechas.En: Sofía and María nodded, satisfied.Es: Había aprendido que el trabajo en equipo y la diversidad de opiniones eran esenciales para alcanzar su meta.En: He had learned that teamwork and a diversity of opinions were essential to reach his goal.Es: Con el sol brillando de nuevo, Iván, Sofía y María volvieron a observar la majestad de Machu Picchu, ahora un lugar no solo de historia, sino de nuevas oportunidades.En: With the sun shining again, Iván, Sofía, and María once again gazed at the majesty of Machu Picchu, now a place not only of history but of new opportunities. Vocabulary Words:the sky: el cielothe clouds: las nubesthe landscape: el paisajeadmiration: la admiraciónenthusiasm: el entusiasmounpredictable: impredeciblethe altitude: la altitudcautious: cautelosathe trails: los senderosthe logistics: la logísticasteep: empinadosadventure: la aventuraopportunities: las oportunidadesthe shelter: el refugioancient: antiguathe stone structure: la estructura de piedracautious: precavidosthe excitement: la emociónpragmatist: el pragmáticothe gods: los diosesto dictate: dictarthe terrain: el terrenothe concerns: las preocupacionesa middle ground: un punto mediothe rainbow: el arcoíristhe ruins: las ruinasbalance: el equilibriohope: la esperanzato prioritize: priorizarwell-being: el bienestar

¡Buenos días! 🏛 Viajan por placer con tu plata, desde la India hasta Trujillo... y si los denuncian, ahora tus impuestos también pagarán sus abogados. Las últimas del Congreso. MIENTRAS TANTO: 😵‍💫 ¡Proponen suspender a Dina de la presidencia! Un demoledor informe congresal... pero preliminar. Y ella se blinda a sí misma con ceremonia. ADEMÁS: Otro incendio en Barrios Altos. Y... 🇨🇳🇺🇸 ¿La guerra comercial entre China y USA afectará nuestros pedidos por Temu o Amazon? Responde la experta Lourdes Calderón, de Infotax. TAMBIÉN: Vargas Llosa en Machu Picchu por un álbum de rock progresivo andino. **** ¿Te gustó este episodio? ¿Buscas las fuentes de los datos mencionados hoy? SUSCRÍBETE en http://patreon.com/ocram para acceder a nuestros GRUPOS EXCLUSIVOS de Telegram y WhatsApp. También puedes hacerte MIEMBRO de nuestro canal de YouTube aquí https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP0AJJeNkFBYzegTTVbKhPg/join **** Únete a nuestro CANAL de WhatsApp aquí https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAgBeN6RGJLubpqyw29 **** Para más información legal: http://laencerrona.pe

What do the Statue of Liberty, Great Wall of China, Machu Picchu, and the Eiffel Tower have in common? They've all become part of the global tourist trap circuit—places that promise unforgettable experiences but often deliver crowds, inflated prices, and a distinctly inauthentic atmosphere.I've traveled to numerous destinations on those viral "must-see before you die" lists, and while these iconic landmarks certainly have their merits, the experience of visiting them doesn't always match our expectations. The good news? There are practical strategies to transform even the most clichéd tourist destinations into meaningful, authentic adventures.Timing makes all the difference. Visiting Italy in November rather than July means fewer crowds, lower prices, and more available accommodations. Yes, you'll need an extra layer or two, but you'll gain a more intimate experience with the destination. Similarly, seeking out alternative experiences—like Iceland's lesser-known Glacier Lagoon instead of the crowded Blue Lagoon—provides comparable beauty without the overwhelming tourist presence.For truly immersive experiences, consider staying with locals outside tourist districts. When visiting Machu Picchu, some travelers spend days living with families in rural areas outside Cusco, gaining invaluable cultural insights before seeing the famous ruins. Even in major cities like Paris, exploring lesser-known arrondissements beyond the central tourist areas reveals authentic slices of local life most visitors never experience.The value of travel isn't about checking items off standardized bucket lists but creating meaningful connections with the places we visit. Whether you're an introvert seeking quiet experiences or simply tired of fighting crowds for the perfect photo, these strategies will help you discover the authentic heart of your destination. What's on your travel list? And more importantly—how will you experience it differently?Join our Facebook community "Solo Travel for Women Over 50" to share your own strategies for authentic travel experiences and connect with fellow adventure seekers who understand the balance between seeing iconic landmarks and discovering hidden gems.Instagram @solotraveladventures50Facebook community: Solo Travel for Women Over 50 https://www.facebook.com/groups/860865768609200Send me a message or share your solo travel story with me.https://www.speakpipe.com/SoloTravelAdventuresLeave a review:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/solo-travel-adventures-safe-travel-for-women-preparing-for-a-trip-overcoming-fear-travel-tips/id1650161410

Hello and welcome back to another culinary adventure my curious and hungry archaeogastronomers!How, when and why the first potatoes were domesticated? Who were the people who did it?The tough, inhospitable terrain, the extreme climate and the improbably high altitude plateau of the Andean altiplano is the home of the potato. A tuber that was a staple of the diet of the Andean people for thousands of years; then went not only to conquer the world, but be the friend of peasants, farmers, poor people too and save millions from starvation around the world! How did that come about? And what was the genius systems of the Incas that helped grow this amazingly tasty and nutritious food?Let's find out on today's epic adventure!Recommendations for the week:The Puratos Sourdough Libraryhttps://www.questforsourdough.com/puratos-libraryPeople | Planet | Food, a Scigest podcast series exploring the intersection of sustainability, agriculture, and our global food system.https://www.plantandfood.com/en-nz/people-planet-foodCradle of Gold:The Story of Hiram Bingham, a Real-Life Indiana Jones, and the Search for Machu Picchuhttps://www.christopherheaney.net/cradle-of-gold/descriptionEnjoy!The Delicious LegacySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-delicious-legacy. If you love to time-travel through food and history why not join us at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-delicious-legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gli Incas dominarono il Perù tra il XIII e il XVI secolo, con un impero avanzato, una società organizzata, una religione complessa e un'economia prospera.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Unearth the Secrets of Machu Picchu: A Hidden Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-04-07-22-34-00-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol despuntaba detrás de las imponentes montañas, iluminando las antiguas piedras de Machu Picchu y bañándolas en una cálida luz dorada.En: The sun was rising behind the imposing mountains, illuminating the ancient stones of Machu Picchu and bathing them in warm golden light.Es: Luz y Mateo formaban parte de un grupo escolar en una excursión a este místico lugar.En: Luz and Mateo were part of a school group on an excursion to this mystical place.Es: Aunque la temporada de otoño traía una brisa fresca, el entusiasmo de Luz hacía que no sintiera el frío.En: Although the autumn season brought a cool breeze, Luz's enthusiasm made her not feel the cold.Es: Luz había escuchado historias de su abuela sobre un lugar oculto en Machu Picchu.En: Luz had heard stories from her grandmother about a hidden place in Machu Picchu.Es: Era un rincón que pocos conocían, un sitio cargado de energía y misterio.En: It was a corner few knew about, a site filled with energy and mystery.Es: Luz, con su pasión por la historia, no podía resistir la tentación de explorarlo.En: Luz, with her passion for history, couldn't resist the temptation to explore it.Es: Durante el almuerzo, se giró hacia Mateo, quien estaba ocupado limpiando el lente de su cámara.En: During lunch, she turned to Mateo, who was busy cleaning his camera lens.Es: —Mateo, tengo un plan —susurró Luz, mirando de reojo a los profesores que organizaban la siguiente parte del recorrido—.En: "Mateo, I have a plan," Luz whispered, glancing at the teachers organizing the next part of the tour.Es: Necesito tu ayuda.En: "I need your help."Es: Mateo, siempre curioso y con una chispa en los ojos que revelaba su amor por las aventuras, escuchó atentamente.En: Mateo, always curious and with a spark in his eyes that revealed his love of adventures, listened attentively.Es: Luz explicó su plan para escabullirse y encontrar el rincón secreto.En: Luz explained her plan to sneak away and find the secret corner.Es: Mateo dudó; le gustaban las fotos más que los problemas, pero la emoción de Luz era contagiosa.En: Mateo hesitated; he liked photos more than trouble, but Luz's excitement was contagious.Es: —Está bien, Luz.En: "Alright, Luz.Es: Pero, si algo sale mal, tú explicas —accedió finalmente, sonriendo.En: But if anything goes wrong, you do the explaining," he finally agreed, smiling.Es: Aprovecharon un descuido de los maestros para separarse del grupo.En: They took advantage of a moment when the teachers weren't looking to separate from the group.Es: El sendero serpenteaba entre las ruinas, el aire estaba lleno del susurro del viento y el canto lejano de los pájaros.En: The path wound between the ruins, the air filled with the whisper of the wind and the distant song of birds.Es: Luz y Mateo avanzaron con cuidado, siguiendo las instrucciones que Luz recordaba de las historias de su familia.En: Luz and Mateo advanced carefully, following the instructions Luz remembered from her family's stories.Es: Finalmente, se pararon delante de una roca grande, parcialmente oculta por la vegetación.En: Finally, they stood in front of a large rock, partially hidden by vegetation.Es: Sus corazones latían fuerte al empujar la roca y revelar una pequeña cueva.En: Their hearts pounded as they pushed the rock and revealed a small cave.Es: Dentro, encontraron un mural de antiguos dibujos incas, llenos de símbolos y figuras.En: Inside, they found a mural of ancient Incan drawings, full of symbols and figures.Es: Era un hallazgo más grande de lo que Luz había imaginado.En: It was a bigger find than Luz had imagined.Es: De repente, una voz los sobresaltó.En: Suddenly, a voice startled them.Es: Un guía de otro grupo los había encontrado y parecía estar a punto de reprenderlos por salirse del camino.En: A guide from another group had found them and seemed about to reprimand them for venturing off the path.Es: Luz respiró hondo y le contó la historia familiar.En: Luz took a deep breath and told her family's story.Es: Su voz temblaba al principio, pero pronto se llenó de la misma pasión que la había llevado hasta allí.En: Her voice trembled at first, but soon it was filled with the same passion that had brought her there.Es: El guía escuchó pacientemente, su expresión transformándose de censura a interés genuino.En: The guide listened patiently, his expression changing from reproach to genuine interest.Es: Finalmente, sonrió, intrigado por la historia y la determinación de Luz.En: Finally, he smiled, intrigued by Luz's story and determination.Es: —Entiendo su deseo de explorar —dijo el guía—.En: "I understand your desire to explore," said the guide.Es: Lo que han descubierto es valioso, pero deben regresar al grupo.En: "What you have discovered is valuable, but you must return to the group.Es: No se preocupen, no diré nada.En: Don't worry, I won't say anything.Es: Solo apresúrense.En: Just hurry."Es: Luz y Mateo, aliviados, regresaron por el sendero con más cuidado que antes.En: Luz and Mateo, relieved, returned along the path more carefully than before.Es: Mientras caminaban, Luz comprendió algo importante: el respeto por las reglas no está peleado con seguir tus pasiones.En: As they walked, Luz realized something important: respecting the rules does not conflict with following your passions.Es: Además, compartir ese momento con Mateo había hecho que todo el esfuerzo valiera la pena.En: Also, sharing that moment with Mateo had made all the effort worthwhile.Es: Al unirse al grupo, sus rostros estaban iluminados no solo por el sol brillante de otoño, sino por el conocimiento de que habían vivido una aventura única, guardando en sus corazones el secreto de su pequeño descubrimiento en Machu Picchu.En: As they rejoined the group, their faces were alight not only with the bright autumn sun but with the knowledge that they had experienced a unique adventure, keeping the secret of their small discovery at Machu Picchu in their hearts. Vocabulary Words:the sun: el solthe mountains: las montañasimposing: imponentesthe stones: las piedrasancient: antiguasthe breeze: la brisaenthusiasm: entusiasmocool: frescathe plan: el planthe teachers: los profesoresthe whisper: el susurrothe cave: la cuevathe guide: el guíato hesitate: dudarto sneak away: escabullirsethe ruins: las ruinashidden: ocultato reveal: revelarthe passion: la pasiónthe mural: el muralto reprimand: reprenderto explore: explorargenuine: genuinothe knowledge: el conocimientodetermination: determinaciónthe group: el grupothe effort: el esfuerzovaluable: valiosorespect: respetounique: única

Join us on an unforgettable journey to Machu Picchu, the legendary Incan citadel shrouded in mystery, mythology, and spiritual energy. In this episode of Mythlok, host Nitten Nair explores the deep mythological connections of this ancient site, its significance in Incan culture, and the breathtaking landscapes that surround it. Discover the myths of the Virgins of the Sun, the power of the Intihuatana Stone, and the spiritual energy that still lingers in its ruins.Learn the best ways to travel to this iconic destination, what to look for when you arrive, and the ideal time to visit for the most mystical experience. Is Machu Picchu a lost temple of the gods? A sacred observatory? Or something even more enigmatic?Tune in and let your imagination wander through the clouds. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts!

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Beyond the Ruins: Rediscovering Adventure at Machu Picchu Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-04-03-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: El sol acariciaba suavemente las ruinas de Machu Picchu.En: The sun gently caressed the ruins of Machu Picchu.Es: Los colores dorados se mezclaban con el aire fresco del otoño.En: The golden colors mixed with the fresh autumn air.Es: Felipe, Lucía y Manuel, junto al grupo de estudiantes, caminaban por los senderos de piedra.En: Felipe, Lucía, and Manuel, along with the group of students, walked along the stone paths.Es: Felipe siempre había sido un aventurero de corazón.En: Felipe had always been an adventurer at heart.Es: La rutina diaria le resultaba aburrida.En: The daily routine bored him.Es: Observaba más allá de los caminos asignados, soñando con explorar lugares prohibidos.En: He looked beyond the assigned paths, dreaming of exploring forbidden places.Es: Lucía, por otro lado, tomaba nota de todo, asegurándose de seguir las instrucciones al pie de la letra.En: Lucía, on the other hand, took note of everything, making sure to follow the instructions to the letter.Es: Ella sentía que las reglas estaban para protegerlos.En: She felt that the rules were there to protect them.Es: Manuel, su maestro, era responsable.En: Manuel, their teacher, was responsible.Es: Siempre se preocupaba de que sus estudiantes estuvieran seguros.En: He always worried about his students' safety.Es: Pero en lo más profundo, Manuel también soñaba con aventuras pasadas.En: But deep down, Manuel also dreamed of past adventures.Es: Había perdido ese sentido de aventura con el tiempo.En: He had lost that sense of adventure over time.Es: Mientras el grupo avanzaba, Felipe susurró a Lucía, "Voy a ir más allá de ese muro.En: As the group advanced, Felipe whispered to Lucía, "I'm going to go beyond that wall.Es: Dicen que hay una vista increíble."En: They say there's an incredible view."Es: Lucía lo miró con ojos grandes y preocupados.En: Lucía looked at him with wide, worried eyes.Es: "No puedes.En: "You can't.Es: Es contra las reglas," dijo firmemente.En: It's against the rules," she said firmly.Es: Felipe sonrió de manera traviesa, "Solo un rápido vistazo."En: Felipe smiled mischievously, "Just a quick peek."Es: Y antes de que Lucía pudiera detenerlo, él ya se había escabullido.En: And before Lucía could stop him, he had already slipped away.Es: Los minutos pasaron, y Lucía notó la ausencia de Felipe.En: Minutes passed, and Lucía noticed Felipe's absence.Es: ¿Debería decirle a Manuel?En: Should she tell Manuel?Es: El miedo la invadió, pero su preocupación por Felipe fue más fuerte.En: Fear overtook her, but her concern for Felipe was stronger.Es: "Manuel," dijo finalmente, "Felipe ha desaparecido."En: "Manuel," she finally said, "Felipe has disappeared."Es: Manuel frunció el ceño.En: Manuel frowned.Es: Sabía lo que Felipe estaba tramando.En: He knew what Felipe was up to.Es: "Vamos a buscarlo," dijo con decisión.En: "Let's go find him," he said decisively.Es: Guiados por su intuición y un poco de suerte, encontraron a Felipe en una de las terrazas más alejadas, admirando una vista impresionante.En: Guided by intuition and a bit of luck, they found Felipe on one of the farthest terraces, admiring a breathtaking view.Es: El lugar era hermoso, con montañas que se elevaban majestuosas y vestigios antiguos bañados en luz dorada.En: The place was beautiful, with mountains rising majestically and ancient remnants bathed in golden light.Es: "Felipe," Manuel dijo con voz tranquila pero firme, "hemos hablado sobre las reglas."En: "Felipe," Manuel said in a calm but firm voice, "we have talked about the rules."Es: "Lo siento, profesor," respondió Felipe, "pero esta vista... valió la pena."En: "I'm sorry, professor," Felipe replied, "but this view... was worth it."Es: Manuel y Lucía se quedaron a su lado, también hipnotizados por la escena.En: Manuel and Lucía stayed by his side, also hypnotized by the scene.Es: Lucía sintió un pequeño destello de comprensión: a veces, es bueno salir de la zona de confort.En: Lucía felt a small spark of understanding: sometimes, it's good to step out of the comfort zone.Es: Manuel, observando el paisaje, recordó la emoción de sus propias aventuras.En: Manuel, observing the landscape, remembered the thrill of his own adventures.Es: Felipe prometió guiarse por la responsabilidad en el futuro.En: Felipe promised to be guided by responsibility in the future.Es: Lucía aprendió a escuchar su curiosidad.En: Lucía learned to listen to her curiosity.Es: Y Manuel, caminando de regreso junto a sus estudiantes, sintió el reavivamiento de su espíritu explorador.En: And Manuel, walking back with his students, felt the revival of his exploratory spirit.Es: A veces, los límites que cruzamos son los que nos enseñan más.En: Sometimes, the limits we cross are the ones that teach us the most.Es: Y aquel día en Machu Picchu, las antiguas piedras susurraban secretos a aquellos con el coraje de escuchar.En: And that day in Machu Picchu, the ancient stones whispered secrets to those with the courage to listen. Vocabulary Words:the ruins: las ruinasgentle: suavementeto caress: acariciaradventurer: aventureroboredom: aburrimientoforbidden: prohibidothe path: el senderoto follow: seguirthe rule: la reglathe view: la vistamischievously: de manera traviesathe terrace: la terrazamajestic: majestuosothe remnant: el vestigiothe peak: el vistazoto slip away: escabullirsethe intuition: la intuiciónthe luck: la suertebreath-taking: impresionanteto admire: admirarcalm: tranquiloto apologize: disculparseworth: valerhypnotized: hipnotizadoto spark: destellarthe understanding: la comprensiónto step out: salir deresponsibility: la responsabilidadcuriosity: la curiosidadexploratory: explorador

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Live from Bitcoin Beach in El Zonte, El Salvador, in this episode, I sit down with my good friend Valentin Popescu, a Romanian missionary doing incredible work in Peru. We talk about how he's using Bitcoin as a real-world tool to bring hope and financial inclusion to some of the most remote and underserved communities in the country.Valentin shares his journey, from accidentally ending up in Peru after a back injury and a tragic loss, to launching a network of community centers that provide education, nutrition, emotional support, and now, Bitcoin. We get into his first experience using Bitcoin during the pandemic to buy food for families in need, and how that opened the door to building circular Bitcoin economies in the Andes, the jungle, and the coast.He's now running over a dozen community projects across Peru, places where Bitcoin isn't just a buzzword, it's how people are getting paid, buying food, and saving for the future. It's an inspiring story about faith, resilience, and the power of sound money to transform lives.Whether you're into missions, grassroots Bitcoin adoption, or just want to hear how sats are being spent in the Sacred Valley and the surf town of Huanchaco, this one's for you.Enjoy the show!- MikeSupport and follow Bitcoin Beach:https://twitter.com/Bitcoinbeachhttps://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv/https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeachWeb: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com/Support Motiv's Work:X: https://x.com/MotivPeruWebsite: https://motiv.ngo/IG: https://www.instagram.com/motivngoglobal/YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNWkLET6XQExcXqBL0SPguQFB: https://www.facebook.com/MOTIVNGOGlobalLI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/motivngoglobal/Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:0:00 – Introduction1:18 – How can Bitcoin help poor communities around the world?3:31 – Who is Valentin Popescu and how did he end up in Peru?6:17 – What happened when Valentin moved to Peru as a missionary?10:15 – How did building playgrounds lead to Bitcoin in Peru?19:58 – Why did Valentin start giving shoes to kids in the Andes?22:45 – How did Bitcoin become a tool for crisis relief in Peru?25:14 – How did a lockdown in Peru lead to using Bitcoin for food?30:54 – Why are Bitcoin fees a problem and how does Lightning fix it?31:11 – What is Blink Wallet and how is it used in Peru?35:55 – How do poor communities start learning about Bitcoin?40:21 – Can Bitcoin help rural towns connect with tourists in Peru?41:43 – How is Bitcoin changing travel in places like Machu Picchu?43:35 – What is Juan Chaco and why is it a new Bitcoin hub?46:01 – How is Bitcoin being used in over 12 places across Peru?47:20 – Can farming communities really use Bitcoin every day?53:30 – Where is Bitcoin being used across the jungle, mountains, and coast in Peru?56:54 – How can people support or visit Motiv Peru's Bitcoin communities?58:38 – Can tourists really pay for everything in Bitcoin in Peru?1:01:20 – What is Motiv Global and how can others follow or get involved?Live From Bitcoin Beach

In this episode of Shark Theory, host Baylor Barbee navigates the familiar territory of "before and after" narratives, challenging listeners to rethink the journey that lies in between. Drawing from personal anecdotes and professional insights, Baylor emphasizes the importance of appreciating the process and gaining efficiency in our paths to success. His conversation with longtime friend Jonathan Golden serves as a backdrop to this lesson, highlighting their shared roots and the enduring impact of diligent effort. Listeners get a front-row seat to insights on the significance of the journey over the destination. Through personal stories, Baylor Barbee illustrates how focusing solely on end goals—whether in marathons, business ventures, or life achievements—can lead to missing the real beauty that unfolds during the process. His reflections on climbing Machu Picchu and observations on strategic efficiency in triathlons offer a fresh perspective on finding joy in daily progress and momentum. This discussion sharpens the definition of success, underscoring the value of efficiency over simple speed. Key Takeaways: Embrace the journey: The journey itself holds value, offering insights and growth that cannot be captured by the final outcome alone. Efficiency over speed: Success is not about how fast you reach your goals, but how efficiently you use your resources and efforts along the way. Momentum matters: Recognizing small signs of progress, like a "leaning tree," can provide motivation and validation for your efforts. Strategy and preparation: Taking the time to equip yourself properly, as with a chainsaw versus a butter knife, can drastically improve outcomes. Celebrate progress: By focusing on where you are and making efficient moves, you set the stage for monumental achievements. Notable Quotes: "What we don't ever stop to think is how misleading it is if you don't know what happens in the middle." "We got to quit worrying about being on top...we have to focus on where we're at in our journey." "If you can find peace and you can find joy in the right now, you're setting yourself up for a great life." "How do we not spend so much time distracted?...how to make [the journey] more efficient." "The lean means all of this work, all of this sweat, all these tears...is starting to come together."

"This recording from Machu Picchu was very beautiful on its own, with the resonant sound of hoof beats, and the sounds of birds and insects seeming to suspend time. I wanted to make sure any transformation of those sounds still honored those qualities. I wanted the piece to linger over those sections, so they're extended--by looping and by dropping pitch, to allow these sounds to touch lower parts of the sonic spectrum. (Even with years of digital work, my roots are in tape.)  "I arranged the transformed sections of the field recording into a structure based on these excerpts of the recording, their transformed (or not) speed and pitch, and each excerpt's relations to the other excerpts around it.  "The suspended-time quality of the original recording led me (as a guitar player) to think of the instrument most likely to mirror that quality: the pedal steel. I recorded multiple improvisations with the pedal steel in which I responded to the sounds of the field recording excerpts, in a kind of dialog with the sounds. They exist in their place and time, and my sounds exist in another, though we can communicate across those distances."  Horses at Machu Picchu reimagined by Maurice Rickard. ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

"The guinea pigs were so musical on their own, and I imagined them kept in a peaceful, quiet village. I didn't add any other sound sources beyond the field recording. The recording was processed with a variety of granular engines, delays and reverbs and the original sound is progressively distorted and altered until it's unrecognisable. I was thinking of the press of modernity and the seemingly unrelenting grind of progress weighing in. I hope in reality this place and people will find a way to honour their lifeways and keep what is most valuable to them." Guinea pigs at Machu Picchu reimagined by m camp. ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

"As I listen to the captured birdsongs of Machu Picchu, I wonder how the sonic landscape has changed over the course of 500+ years. Would these calls be the same birdsongs heard long before the citadel's construction, and how long until the birdsongs cease? Will they become nothing but a memory for those who have visited the site?  "I emphasize these thoughts of sonic heritage augmenting the sound of the recorded birdsong, representing the memory of the sounds once heard and those imagined before the sound of tourists from the original recording appear to represent change. I then added the sounds of windchimes and thunderstorms recorded at my childhood home in Kentucky to connect the piece to a soundscape from my past. A soundscape that has and will continue to change throughout my lifetime. The temporal nature of sound makes the fleeting moments of day-to-day soundscapes meaningful and unique, yet over time they will change and evolve in natural and unnatural ways. How do we preserve the dense and ever-changing soundscape of an area before it becomes just a memory lost to time?" Dawn at Machu Picchu reimagined by Andrew Ramsey. ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

In the traditional mountain homes surrounding Machu Picchu, guinea pigs are an integral part of life. Their soft chirping fills the air, a domestic melody woven into the cultural fabric of the Andes. Raised by locals as both companions and a cherished delicacy, these small creatures bring a unique charm to the region's soundscape. UNESCO listing: Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Recorded by Rafael Diogo ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

As dawn breaks over Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca citadel is bathed in ethereal light. Before the rush of tourists, the sacred site is alive with the soft hum of nature—distant birdcalls, the rustle of leaves, and the occasional whisper of wind through the ruins. This is a moment of profound serenity, where the past and present converge in one of the world's most iconic landscapes. UNESCO listing: Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Recorded by Rafael Diogo ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

After days of trekking through the Andes, the sight of Machu Picchu is unforgettable. Nearby, the horses that carried supplies for the arduous journey graze peacefully, their heavy breaths mingling with the faint, ghostly hum of the valley below. The stillness and raw power of the landscape create a profound connection to this historic wonder. UNESCO listing: Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Recorded by Rafael Diogo ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

"Machu Picchu Paces is inspired by my own trek along the Inca Trail in 2024, a journey of beauty, grandeur, and mystical setting culminating in Machu Picchu that left a deep impression on me. The raw beauty of the young Andes Mountains, the shifting terrain and biomes, and the sacred sense of place – a perfect integration of architecture into the landscape – resonated deeply with me. "My composition was created exclusively using a field recording from a 5-day trek along the Inca trail – the same duration as mine. The piece responds to the walking rhythm captured in the recording, which seemed unusually fast compared to my experience. Slow and steady is the way of the Inca Trail, and I wanted to expand the scope of rhythms to embrace the full range of travelers. I used time scaling to adjust the step rate and create four variants at different tempos, ranging from 40 steps per minute (an elderly hiker) to 150 (a professional porter). These operations produced sound files of different durations, which were then each time-scaled again to a common cadence to simulate a group hiking together. Subtle fluctuations introduced in individual tracks within the common cadence group reflect the natural dynamic of hikers falling behind or surging ahead — group formation, dissolution, and the effort of the climb. "Through minimal additional sound processing techniques limited to simulated analog delay, filtering, and mixing, I aimed to retain the essence of the original recording while revealing something unexpected. What emerged surprised me – almost animal-like sounds within the fractured density of layered paces, reflecting how the “natural” landscape of the Inca Trail has merged with cultural forces to create something both timeless and new. "Machu Picchu Paces reflects on tourism and collective movement along this historic path. As our guide reminded us, the worldwide appeal of Inca heritage supports a vital economy for local communities. Culminating in a pre-dawn descent to the historic site, I arrived exhausted and overwhelmed by the scale of the built environment and the surrounding mountain peaks. While Machu Picchu is rightfully named one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, the trail that leads to it is equally filled with wonder – present yet veiled, mystical and arduous. Machu Picchu Paces highlights the sonic heritage of a journey that connects travellers across centuries." Trek to Machu Picchu reimagined by David Galbraith. ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

My journey to Machu Picchu was a grueling five-day trek through some of the most challenging yet breathtaking terrain in the Andes. Descending from the high mountains into the lush jungle, I was surrounded by the rhythmic squelch of muddy paths underfoot, the cheerful chirping of dawn birds, and the distant roar of rivers carving through valleys. This soundscape captures the essence of an epic adventure, blending exertion with awe. UNESCO listing: Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Recorded by Rafael Diogo ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage

Tamara is just back from a bucket list trip to Peru with her daughter and she shares all about her lodge-to-lodge trek with Mountain Lodges of Peru and tips for visiting Cusco and Machu Picchu. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Tamara “won” this trip as part of an auction that benefits the Adventure Travel Conservation Fundthat takes place each fall When visiting Cusco and the Sacred Valley, it is best to give yourself 3-4 days to get used to the elevation prior to hiking (Cusco is at about 11,000 feet) You can take Diamox or acetazolamide (prescription) to help prevent altitude sickness Coca tea and coca candies help you with altitude but it also has caffeine so it can disrupt your sleep Machu Picchu and Ollantaytambo are at a lower altitude so ideal you would start there and work your way up Peruvian food has a lot of rice, quinoa, and potatoes. For proteins there is beef, pork, chicken, alpaca, and a specialty — guinea pig! The portions are also very large. You shouldn't drink the water (even to brush your teeth) and consider avoiding salads, veggies, and fruits that are rinsed in water Tamara and Hannah took a 5 day trek with a small group of six people and one local guide with Mountain Lodges of Peru. The trip was perfect for those that like to hike but don't want to camp. It includes a mix of cultural activities and hikes but you stay at nice lodges. Some activities included visiting an alpaca museum, a ceremony with an Incan priest, enjoying dancing and music with locals at a weaving cooperative, visiting local markets, exploring Incan ruins, and having lunch at local homes. You need to bring your own hiking poles and need to pack in a light duffel bag or backpack The rainy season is typically November – April and they typically close the Inca Trail in February. However, this year was worse than usual because of El Niño. For the most part you can use credit cards but it helps to have some Peruvian Soles (or some US Dollars) to tip guides, pay for bathrooms, and purchase from local vendors and markets. For the first two nights in Cusco, we stayed at the Andenes Hotel, which was affordable, nice, and great traditional architecture. On our return, we stayed at the Palacio del Inka, which is a part of the Marriott Luxury Collection (which we booked via points.) RELATED EPISODES: Machu Picchu with kids Galapagos with kids

A long time ago, there was a massive civilization in Illinois, way before Europeans ever arrived. It was called Cahokia, and at its peak, around 20,000 people lived there—making it bigger than London at the time! They built giant mounds, some as tall as a ten-story building, and had a complex society with trade, religion, and even sports. But then, something mysterious happened, and by the 1400s, the city was abandoned. Some say it was climate change, others think war or disease played a role, but no one knows for sure. Today, the mounds are still there, keeping the secrets of this lost civilization buried beneath them.

Today we have Niko. He is 43 years old from San Juan, Puerto Rico and took his last drink on September 2nd, 2024.   Sponsors for this episode include: Better Help – 10% off of your first month Café RE   Next week registration opens for our flagship retreat in Bozeman which is always a lot of fun. In addition to our lake hangout, breathwork and recovery workshops, we're also playing laser tag. We also have a few spots left for our alcohol-free trip this October to Peru which includes travel to Cusco, the Sacred Valley and of course, Machu Picchu.   If you have quit drinking and are looking for new alcohol-free friends, Café RE is the social app for sober people. With 24/7 access to a like-minded community committed to living alcohol-free, you'll never feel alone on this journey.      [03:25] Thoughts from Paul:   Jackass alumni Stevo-O once said he didn't experience alcoholism until he quit drinking. In 1958 alcoholism was first classified as a disease. How does one experience this disease after they stop drinking?   Paul shares his thinking that “if you want to find out why you drink, quit drinking and you'll find out pretty quickly”. And another thought “it's not an alcohol problem; it's a sobriety problem”. When you are addicted to alcohol, withdrawals are a huge problem. But another issues presents itself when we are sober and no longer using alcohol to cope or cheat code for dopamine. Our eyes are wide open to the movie of our lives and there is no way to shut it off.   This is why people in recovery attend social circles where people can talk about the baseline state of the human mind, which is restless, irritable and discontent. When we come together, we have a better chance to heal.   [07:25] Paul introduces Niko:   Niko lives in San Juan, Puerto Rico and is the youngest of three siblings. He enjoys beach tennis, swimming and volleyball, which was something he played a lot in school.   Niko first tried alcohol when he was around 12. By age 14, he had his first blackout. For years Niko never questioned his drinking because he figured if he could tolerate it and wasn't doing stupid or embarrassing things, he was fine.   Niko was recruited to play volleyball in a college in Pennsylvania. His drinking interfered with his grades, but he never questioned his drinking until recently. Drinking is very embedded in his culture and says it isn't abnormal for teenagers to be drinking at the table with adults.   In his 30s, Niko says he added cocaine to his drinking, and this continued until last year. Niko knew he had an issue with it, but it wasn't until his girlfriend presented an ultimatum that it was the drugs or her. He was able to quit cocaine and started therapy where he proclaimed he still had to be able to drink. After a few weeks, he talked with a friend that had recently quit drinking who encouraged him to give it a try.   The first week without alcohol was pretty tough for Niko but he says things turned around in the second week as he entered the pink cloud and started thinking he should keep going.   Niko has dabbled in AA and SMART Recovery. He sees his therapist once a week and also attends group therapy with up to 8 other people. Without alcohol Niko is getting to know himself again and his therapist helps a lot with that. She introduced him to the RE podcast which he says he has listened to a lot while going to the gym and walking the dog. He has lost 45 pounds since quitting drinking and is starting to do more of the sports he loved when he was younger. Since he has been getting to know himself, he is finding the ability to be more present for others as well.   Niko's parting piece of guidance: if you think you have a problem or maybe you don't think you have a problem, just give yourself a try. You won't regret it.     Recovery Elevator You took the elevator down, but you gotta take the stairs back up. I love you guys.   RE merch Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes       

¡En este episodio seguimos nuestro viaje por el mundo hispanohablante! Aquí Nate y Andrea continúan explorando los países en los que el español es el idioma oficial. Desde la energía vibrante de Cuba y sus autos clásicos, hasta la majestuosidad de Machu Picchu en Perú, te llevamos a un recorrido lleno de cultura, historia y, por supuesto, ¡comida deliciosa! Descubrirás los destinos más impresionantes de países como Chile, Argentina y España, mientras aprendemos sobre sus platos típicos, su gente y las experiencias únicas que ofrecen a los viajeros. ¿Sabías que en Ecuador puedes visitar la Mitad del Mundo y probar el famoso cuy? ¿O que en Venezuela las arepas son parte esencial de su gastronomía? Si eres amante de los viajes, el aprendizaje y la cultura, este episodio es para ti. ¡Dale play y acompáñanos en esta aventura lingüística y gastronómica por el mundo hispano! ¿Y adivina qué? Tenemos un programa de inmersión con el cual podrás ir a Bucaramanga, Colombia, y vivir con una familia por 1 o 2 semanas en cualquier momento del año. Es una gran oportunidad para experimentar nuestro país. ¿Qué obtendrás de estas semanas de inmersión? 1️⃣ Vivir con una familia en Bucaramanga y hablar 100% en español todo el tiempo. 2️⃣ Tener clases de español uno a uno personalizadas por 3 horas cada día de lunes a viernes. 3️⃣ Hacer actividades, tours y excursiones de medio día durante la semana y de día completo los fines de semana siempre acompañado de familiares o amigos de Andrea. Y mucho más… Ve ya mismo a revisar los detalles y registrate aquí: https://spanishlandschool.com/trip Si tienes preguntas, manda un correo a: hola@spanishlandschool.com La profesora Diana es la coordinadora y ella responderá tus preguntas.

From the late 1940s to the mid 1960s, Peru's rapid industrialization and anti-communist authoritarianism coincided with the rise of mass-produced cookbooks, the first televised cooking shows, glossy lifestyle magazines, and imported domestic appliances and foodstuffs. Amy Cox Hall's The Taste of Nostalgia (U Texas Press, 2025) uses taste as a thematic and analytic thread to examine the ways that women, race, and the kitchen were foundational to Peruvian longings for modernity, both during the Cold War and today. Drawing on interviews, personal stories, media images, and archival and ethnographic research, Cox Hall considers how elite, European-descended women and the urban home were central to Peru's modernizing project and finds that all women who labored within the deeply racialized and gendered world of food helped set the stage for a Peruvian food nationalism that is now global in the twenty-first century. Cox Hall skillfully connects how the sometimes-unsavory tastes of the past are served again in today's profitable and pervasive gastronostalgia that helps sell Peru and its cuisine both at home and abroad. Dr. Amy Cox Hall is Associate Dean of the Bard Prison Initiative at Bard College, and a writer and cultural anthropologist who specializes in Peru and the U.S. with research focused on science, race, photography, national heritage, and most recently, food. She is the author of Framing a Lost City: Science, Photography and the Making of Machu Picchu (published by University of Texas Press in 2017),editor of The Camera as Actor: Photography and the Embodiment of Technology (published by Routledge in 2020), and A Taste of Nostalgia: Women, Race, and Culinary Longing in Peru (published by UT Press in 2024). Dr. Scott Catey is CEO of The Catey Group, LLC. and Executive Publisher of Rising Justice Publishing, a full-service multimedia publishing enterprise. Visit https://scottcatey.com/ for more information. 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

From the late 1940s to the mid 1960s, Peru's rapid industrialization and anti-communist authoritarianism coincided with the rise of mass-produced cookbooks, the first televised cooking shows, glossy lifestyle magazines, and imported domestic appliances and foodstuffs. Amy Cox Hall's The Taste of Nostalgia (U Texas Press, 2025) uses taste as a thematic and analytic thread to examine the ways that women, race, and the kitchen were foundational to Peruvian longings for modernity, both during the Cold War and today. Drawing on interviews, personal stories, media images, and archival and ethnographic research, Cox Hall considers how elite, European-descended women and the urban home were central to Peru's modernizing project and finds that all women who labored within the deeply racialized and gendered world of food helped set the stage for a Peruvian food nationalism that is now global in the twenty-first century. Cox Hall skillfully connects how the sometimes-unsavory tastes of the past are served again in today's profitable and pervasive gastronostalgia that helps sell Peru and its cuisine both at home and abroad. Dr. Amy Cox Hall is Associate Dean of the Bard Prison Initiative at Bard College, and a writer and cultural anthropologist who specializes in Peru and the U.S. with research focused on science, race, photography, national heritage, and most recently, food. She is the author of Framing a Lost City: Science, Photography and the Making of Machu Picchu (published by University of Texas Press in 2017),editor of The Camera as Actor: Photography and the Embodiment of Technology (published by Routledge in 2020), and A Taste of Nostalgia: Women, Race, and Culinary Longing in Peru (published by UT Press in 2024). Dr. Scott Catey is CEO of The Catey Group, LLC. and Executive Publisher of Rising Justice Publishing, a full-service multimedia publishing enterprise. Visit https://scottcatey.com/ for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

Send us a textWelcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today's episode, we talk with Elva Peppers, President of Florida Environmental & Land Services, Inc. about FAEP, Mentoring, and Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.   Read her full bio below.Help us continue to create great content! If you'd like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-form Showtimes: 0:23 - Manatee Fun Fact!2:13 - Interview with Elva Starts3:02 - Leadership in the FAEP12:40 - Mentorship Opportunities20:20 - Field StoryPlease be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review. This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Elva Peppers at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elva-peppers-56a3b335/Guest Bio: Elva graduated from FSU in 1990 with biology major and chemistry minor. She worked for 4 years for a large environment consulting company on a natural gas pipeline project in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana doing wetland and species surveys. She started her own firm in 2001 and has been rocking on for the last 23 years with that. Besides being President of Florida Environmental & Land Services, Inc, she has volunteer positions with the state Acquisition & Restoration Council (ARC), Leon county Advisory Committee for Quality Growth, FAEP (Past President) and Tallahassee Area Association of Environment Professionals (past president/treasurer). Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the showThanks for listening! A new episode drops every Friday. Like, share, subscribe, and/or sponsor to help support the continuation of the show. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and all your favorite podcast players.

From the late 1940s to the mid 1960s, Peru's rapid industrialization and anti-communist authoritarianism coincided with the rise of mass-produced cookbooks, the first televised cooking shows, glossy lifestyle magazines, and imported domestic appliances and foodstuffs. Amy Cox Hall's The Taste of Nostalgia (U Texas Press, 2025) uses taste as a thematic and analytic thread to examine the ways that women, race, and the kitchen were foundational to Peruvian longings for modernity, both during the Cold War and today. Drawing on interviews, personal stories, media images, and archival and ethnographic research, Cox Hall considers how elite, European-descended women and the urban home were central to Peru's modernizing project and finds that all women who labored within the deeply racialized and gendered world of food helped set the stage for a Peruvian food nationalism that is now global in the twenty-first century. Cox Hall skillfully connects how the sometimes-unsavory tastes of the past are served again in today's profitable and pervasive gastronostalgia that helps sell Peru and its cuisine both at home and abroad. Dr. Amy Cox Hall is Associate Dean of the Bard Prison Initiative at Bard College, and a writer and cultural anthropologist who specializes in Peru and the U.S. with research focused on science, race, photography, national heritage, and most recently, food. She is the author of Framing a Lost City: Science, Photography and the Making of Machu Picchu (published by University of Texas Press in 2017),editor of The Camera as Actor: Photography and the Embodiment of Technology (published by Routledge in 2020), and A Taste of Nostalgia: Women, Race, and Culinary Longing in Peru (published by UT Press in 2024). Dr. Scott Catey is CEO of The Catey Group, LLC. and Executive Publisher of Rising Justice Publishing, a full-service multimedia publishing enterprise. Visit https://scottcatey.com/ for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/food

From the late 1940s to the mid 1960s, Peru's rapid industrialization and anti-communist authoritarianism coincided with the rise of mass-produced cookbooks, the first televised cooking shows, glossy lifestyle magazines, and imported domestic appliances and foodstuffs. Amy Cox Hall's The Taste of Nostalgia (U Texas Press, 2025) uses taste as a thematic and analytic thread to examine the ways that women, race, and the kitchen were foundational to Peruvian longings for modernity, both during the Cold War and today. Drawing on interviews, personal stories, media images, and archival and ethnographic research, Cox Hall considers how elite, European-descended women and the urban home were central to Peru's modernizing project and finds that all women who labored within the deeply racialized and gendered world of food helped set the stage for a Peruvian food nationalism that is now global in the twenty-first century. Cox Hall skillfully connects how the sometimes-unsavory tastes of the past are served again in today's profitable and pervasive gastronostalgia that helps sell Peru and its cuisine both at home and abroad. Dr. Amy Cox Hall is Associate Dean of the Bard Prison Initiative at Bard College, and a writer and cultural anthropologist who specializes in Peru and the U.S. with research focused on science, race, photography, national heritage, and most recently, food. She is the author of Framing a Lost City: Science, Photography and the Making of Machu Picchu (published by University of Texas Press in 2017),editor of The Camera as Actor: Photography and the Embodiment of Technology (published by Routledge in 2020), and A Taste of Nostalgia: Women, Race, and Culinary Longing in Peru (published by UT Press in 2024). Dr. Scott Catey is CEO of The Catey Group, LLC. and Executive Publisher of Rising Justice Publishing, a full-service multimedia publishing enterprise. Visit https://scottcatey.com/ for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'This Daring Adventure' podcast, host Trista Guertin interviews Michelle Lucy, the owner of Nature Girl Expeditions. Operating in the Niagara region, Canada, Michelle shares her journey of starting the business during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering women-only outdoor activities, and creating connections through nature. They discuss the importance of female camaraderie, physical and mental wellness, and Michelle's expansion into international tours like hiking Machu Picchu and exploring the Amazon rainforest. Michelle's story emphasizes the significance of following one's passion, no matter the stage in life.You can find Michelle and Nature Girl Expeditions here:Nature Girl Expeditions | women onlyInstagramKey Moments:00:38 Meet Michelle Lucy of Nature Girl Expeditions01:39 The Birth and Growth of Nature Girl Expeditions03:48 Unique Offerings and Local Partnerships09:41 Expanding to International Adventures13:12 Balancing a Full-Time Job and a Passion Project19:50 Encouragement for Aspiring EntrepreneursResources for Trista:Book a Free Discovery Call and learn more about working with me and the Unstuck program: https://tristaguertincoachingsession.as.me/DiscoveryFollow Me on Instagram: tristavguertinSubscribe & ReviewIf you loved this episode, please take a minute to subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. It helps more people like you find the show and start making real progress in their lives!

Daniel Gutierrez was once at the top of his game in the business world—an advisor to the Obama Administration, a big-time speaker, and a highly paid consultant to major organizations. But then he left it all behind to embark on a spiritual journey toward self-love. Now a mindfulness master (danielgutierrez.com) and bestselling author (Radical Mindfulness), he leads life-changing retreats to Peru, teaching Radical Mindfulness and the power of living and loving fully in the present. A Life-Changing Encounter with Wachuma In his search for enlightenment, Daniel took San Pedro (Wachuma), a plant medicine known for opening the heart and deepening wisdom. Unlike the intense night visions of Ayahuasca, Wachuma is taken during the day, bringing clarity and connection to nature. During the experience, he saw a powerful condor (a large bird of prey)—a sign to trust his inner wisdom and embrace his path as a teacher and healer. A Mother's Final Words of Freedom During his mother's dying moments, Daniel experienced the sacred energy of Palo Santo wood. He saw two lights and felt her presence. Her last words to him: “You were here when I needed you. I release you to the world.” With that blessing, he stepped fully into his mission of love and mindfulness. Radical Mindfulness: The Art of Being Fully Present Mindfulness rewires the brain—lowering fear, increasing memory and planning, and boosting compassion by 23%, while reducing aggression by 57%. Daniel's Six-Step Radical Mindfulness Framework helps people stay present: Focus on the present (breath, senses). Direct thoughts to the moment. Ask: Am I okay right now? Question fear: Is this real? Assess: Am I moving toward or away from my goal? Take action: Shift energy through movement. Plant Medicine: Nature's Teachers and Healers Daniel learned that Indigenous wisdom sees plants as living beings (Anima). If a plant loves you, it heals you. This is a sacred exchange—plants willingly offer their spirit when treated with gratitude and respect. Spiritual Wisdom From the Jungle Here are some of Daniel's Nuggets of Natural Higher Knowledge: Healing isn't the goal—love is. When you love, healing happens. Don't wait for the storm to pass—dance in the rain. The dangers of the jungle aren't there just to kill, but to protect (like in life, what you fear may be guarding something valuable). Unplug from technology to reconnect with yourself. Guilt and sadness come from burdening yourself with self-harming expectations—but Radical Mindfulness teaches acceptance and love. Finding Peace in Sacred Lands Daniel now runs the Catalina Retreat Center (catalinaretreatcenterperu.com), named after his beloved departed mother. He leads earnest seekers on transformational journeys to Peru, including spiritually evolved places such as Cusco and Machu Picchu in the Andes.   A New Definition of Success Once a "big baller" in the business world, Daniel discovered that true success isn't about money or power. It's about stillness, presence, and love. On Love University, we invite you to embrace the powerful lesson inspired by Daniel's journey to peace and self-acceptance: Live more. Love more. Be more. When you do this, the world opens its arms to you, and your joy will be unending. Listen to the full episode with Daniel Gutierrez on Love University Podcast. Take the first step toward a life of peace and purpose—because true success begins within.

Legendary Leo Lebon, hailed as the grandfather of adventure travel. Leo shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings in Belgium to co-founding the ground-breaking California-based company, MT Sobek, which helped launch the adventure travel industry. Facebook   Twitter   Instagram Love the show? Subscribe,  rate, review, and share! Sign up for my Newsletter  HERE I'd love to hear your feedback about the show! You can contact me here:  rick@theoutdoorbizpodcast.com Show Notes Leo Le Bon  Wanderlust Consulting MT Sobek  Thomas Cook's  Sierra Club  Colonel James Roberts,  Mountain Travel Nepal  Gurkha officer  Alan Steck  Richard Bangs  Mountain Lodges of Peru   What Happened: Picture this: You're young, your life's in flux, and your mom casually suggests, “Why don't you go visit my cousin in New York?”—a cousin you didn't even know existed. That's exactly how Leo Le Bon's adventure began. Fast forward a few months, and he's driving a stranger's car across America just to get his $50 deposit back. (Gas was 25 cents a gallon back then—can you imagine?) One thing led to another. A chance meeting. A hiking trip. A casual chat with a fellow climber who just happened to have connections in Nepal. And before he knew it, Leo wasn't just exploring—he was pioneering an entire industry. There were no guidebooks. No established trails. No GPS. Just a wild dream and a whole lot of figuring-it-out-as-you-go. And that's how adventure travel as we know it was born. Principle: The biggest adventures don't start with a perfect plan—they start with a yes. Leo didn't wait until he had everything figured out. He said yes to a cross-country road trip. Yes to a new job. Yes to a trek in Nepal before most people even knew where Nepal was. The truth? Most people sit around waiting for the “right time” to go after something big—whether it's an adventure, a new business, or a major life shift. But adventure (and success) doesn't work that way. You don't need certainty. You need a willingness to start. Transition: Too many people get stuck waiting for the stars to align before they chase their dreams. They tell themselves:

In the finale of The Great Pyramids series, the boys—Sean, Jorge, and Eric—wrap up their dive into one of the greatest architectural achievements in human history. This time, it's all about how mankind actually built them—no aliens, no lost civilizations, just sheer engineering brilliance, ingenuity, and thousands of skilled workers making the impossible possible.They start by breaking down the leading theories on how the ancient Egyptians moved, lifted, and placed the 2.3 million limestone blocks with incredible precision, using ramps, pulleys, sleds, and clever physics tricks. From the internal spiral ramp theory to the possibility that some stones were poured like early concrete, we explore the most scientifically backed explanations for how these megastructures came to be.But the pyramids were just the beginning of mankind's obsession with building big. We trace the evolution of human construction, from the massive temples and fortresses of the ancient world to modern-day engineering marvels like the Machu Picchu, the International Space Station, and the Hoover Dam. How did early humans figure out Roman concrete that still holds up today while our modern concrete crumbles in a few decades? What made the Great Wall of China possible? And why did civilizations keep pushing the limits of architecture and construction?Finally, the boys bring the entire series to a close, reflecting on what makes the pyramids so special and why they continue to capture the world's imagination. Are they just a testament to human willpower and ingenuity, or is there some alien tech or visitors that came to give a hand to humanity. This is the ultimate conclusion to the TCP deep dive into one of history's greatest mysteries—and one of mankind's greatest achievements. Don't miss the final chapter of The Great Pyramids series!Resources and Further Reading:Ad Free: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theconspiracypodcast/subscribePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/theconspiracypodcastWebsite: www.theconspiracypodcast.com

Today we have Charlie. She is 32 years old from London, UK. She took her last drink on December 28th, 2024.   Sponsors for this episode include: Better Help – 10% off of your first month   In October of this year, we are going to Peru!  There are still spots available for this 11-day 12-night journey throughout Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley. Registration closes June 2nd which is the deadline for Inca trail tickets.   [02:50] Thoughts from Paul:   According to NCS solutions, who poll people about their drinking, the number of people who want to cut back on their drinking increases every year.   In 2025, 36% more people participated in Dry January than in 2024. A good reason why the numbers are increasing is reflected in a poem Paul shares called Memories of Alcohol by an unknown author.   So much of the work we do is reframing how we view alcohol. Subconsciously it is still deeply ingrained in our culture that drinking enhances our lives, but we have all learned that it doesn't. Once the voice in our head starts telling us that a drink would be nice or we deserve a drink we can start giving it some tough love and tell it that no, a drink would not be nice and please give me some better ideas.   [05:09] Paul introduces Charlie:   Charlie is a software engineer from London and will be getting married in April. For fun, Charlie has rediscovered that she enjoys skiing, running and swimming.   Growing up, Charlie witnessed both parents struggle with divorce and use of alcohol and medications.  She started drinking when she was around 14. Charlie says everyone around her drank and seemed to be having a good time, so she joined in without thinking twice.   Around her mid-twenties, Charlie started to have a subtle undercurrent of doubt in her mind and a quiet voice suggesting that maybe she wasn't the best version of herself anymore. Since she never had what others would consider a problem, she didn't think her drinking was an issue.   Charlie began to find things weren't going wrong for her, but they weren't necessarily going right either. She felt stagnated. In an effort to try and make changes to this she removed alcohol from time to time and began to connect the dots between her stagnation and the alcohol use.   Charlies says she tried moderation, but it was exhausting. Her all-or-nothing mentality made it difficult. She also shares that she has had multiple stints of around 100 days without alcohol because she learned that was a good amount of time to feel many of the positive effects of quitting.   This time feels different for Charlie because she has leaned into the sobriety community a bit more. She has been listening to podcasts and reading books and learned that the key to maintaining sobriety is to find community. Since there are more people around her encouraging her and sharing insights, Charlie feels this time is indefinite as opposed to the other times when she had a finish line of sorts.   Charlies says since quitting drinking her positivity has returned and she is feeling like the younger version of herself now. She shares that it's amazing how much you can fit into a day when half of it isn't taken up by drinking or recovering from it.   Charlie's parting piece of guidance: if you've never quit drinking before, what's that worst that can happen?   Recovery Elevator It all starts from the inside out. I love you guys. We can do this.     Café RE RE merch Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes       

The Cuban Underwater FormationsDuring an exploration and survey mission off the west coast of Cuba in 2001, unusual stone structures were detected in sonar imagery at depths ranging from 600 to 750 meters. The discovery was announced by Pauline Zalitzki, a marine engineer, and her husband Paul Weinzweig, who led the mission under the auspices of the Cuban government. Widely reported at the time by the popular press, the discovery has since become a topic of some speculation due to what seemed to be the lack of any follow-up investigation.More than a decade later, a scientific report was published by the expedition's lead scientist, Manuel A. Iturralde-Vinent, in which he states:At depths between 600 and 750 metres below sea level, EXPLORAMAR researchers found a set of unusual structures that they called MEGA. Since the discovery was revealed to the press, various opinions have been raised about its origin, which have captured the popular imagination. There has been talk of a “submerged city”, the remains of “Atlantis”, a Mayan settlement, among other similar ideas.Complete article: https://beforeatlantis.com/2025/01/07/the-cuban-underwater-formations/Dr. Mark CarlottoWhat if ancient sites such as Machu Picchu, Chichen Itza, the Acropolis, and Temple Mount are not only thousands of years old but much older? Until recently, a lack of hard evidence has led mainstream archaeologists to dismiss theories of past civilizations as pseudoscientific attempts to resurrect ancient myths and legends. However, new archaeological discoveries are beginning to challenge conventional explanations.Inspired by Charles Hapgood's hypothesis that the ice ages were the result of shifts in the geographic location of Earth's poles, independent researcher and author Mark Carlotto has discovered that numerous sites throughout the world are aligned to what appear to have been four previous positions of the North Pole over the past 100,000 years.By virtue of their alignment to ancient poles, Carlotto proposes a new hypothesis: that the original sites were first established by a previous advanced technological civilization that existed throughout the world tens of thousands of years ago and later co-opted by our ancestors who rebuilt and expanded over and around the older structures while preserving the layout and orientation of the site to the original pole.Before Atlantis considers the possibility that this previous technological civilization could have developed from an earlier migration of modern humans out of Africa, which later might have co-existed with our primitive hunter-gatherer ancestors, and that past encounters with this older civilization were the source of ancient myths and legends of powerful gods, lost continents, and even Atlantis.Mark Carlotto is an aerospace engineer with over thirty years of experience in satellite imaging, remote sensing, image processing, and pattern recognition. He received a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University in 1981 and has published numerous technical articles and books. Dr. Carlotto contributed extensively to the investigation of the Face and other structures in the Cydonia region of Mars, analyzed anomalous objects in STS-48 and STS-80 space shuttle videos, and participated in a recent study of unusual surface features on the far side of the Moon. In his latest book, Before Atlantis, Mark Carlotto draws from his unique background and experience to propose new answers to basic questions concerning human origins, ancient technology, and archaeological enigmas.https://beforeatlantis.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

Today we have Kathy. She is 57 years old from Phoenix, AZ. She took her last drink on October 21st, 2024.   Sponsors for this episode include: Better Help – 10% off of your first month   Registration for one of our best international sober travel itineraries opens today, as we are going back to Peru October 4th – 15th, 2025. We are starting off in Cusco, then head into the sacred valley, and of course we're doing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.   Next Monday our first ever AF Songwriting Course starts at 8pm EST. Connect with other sober musicians and improve your own song writing skills.   [02:43] Thoughts from Paul:   At the end of last week's episode, I discussed how certain chapters in our lives might be closing, particularly those involving drinking and all the associated antics. As Yung Pueblo poetically expressed, endings are a natural part of life. The universe thrives on cycles, where every beginning anticipates an eventual end. Embrace this closure, grieve it, if necessary, write a farewell letter and consign it to the flames if it helps. But remember, alongside the end of the partying comes the end of hangovers, bloating, puffy eyes, heartburn, and a myriad of other unpleasant side effects.   Let yourself mourn the end of this chapter. For me, the cessation of drinking heralded a new beginning in September 2014. Let's explore what awaits after setting the bottle aside—a life free from elevated liver enzymes.   Five months ago, I asked our Instagram followers to describe sobriety in three words. The prevailing themes were peace, energy, and presence. I can't predict your future, but I can assure you that whatever it holds, you'll face it with more vitality, tranquility, and mindfulness. This journey is far from solitary, as more Americans are reducing their alcohol intake.   So, as one party ends, another begins, brimming with the promise of a healthier, more vibrant life.   [06:09] Paul introduces Kathy:   Kathy is 57 years old, is divorced and lives in Phoenix, AZ with her husky mix named Mario. She works in big data analytics. For fun, Kathy enjoys walking her dog, hiking, riding a mountain bike, kayak and read. She enjoys memoirs, thrillers and enjoys Quit Lit.   Kathy says her drinking was in the moderate category for many years. In her forties she became part of a friend group that enjoyed drinking and spending time on the lake together. Kathy was comfortable letting her hair down and didn't have any fears of becoming an alcoholic.   Kathy did begin to question her drinking after it started noticeably affecting her sleep and how she felt the next day. She explored some Quit Lit and since her drinking didn't look like the author's, Kathy decided it wasn't bad enough to stop completely but would try to cut back a bit and skip days here and there.   When Kathy was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, the doctors put her on pills she couldn't drink with. It was a relief to her to have to stop, but was surprised how little support others would have for her not drinking. After her oncologist told her she could drink a little, she started drinking again. A constant cycle of ramping up and ramping down began.   After some issues with her white blood count, Kathy had to quit for three weeks awaiting a blood test. She decided to join Café RE for support to quit drinking. Kathy really identifies with gray area drinking and has found stories from other people helpful in continuing her pursuit of quitting drinking. She prefers her life without alcohol and hopes to continue. She says her sleep has improved and she looks forward to lifting weight again, traveling and being cancer-free.   Kathy's parting piece of guidance: if you're questioning it, just start talking to sober people, join Café RE, seek out more podcasts, whatever.     Recovery Elevator Alcohol is shit and we both know it. I love you guys.     Café RE RE merch Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes       

Today we have Nick. He is 41 and lives in Richfield, MN. He took his last drink on November 8th, 2023.   In one week, registration for one of our best international sober travel itineraries opens, as we are going back to Peru October 4th – 15th, 2025. We are starting off in Cusco, then head into the sacred valley, and of course we're doing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.   Next Monday our first ever AF Songwriting Course starts at 8pm EST. Connect with other sober musicians and improve your own song writing skills.   Sponsors for this episode include:   Better Help – 10% off of your first month   [03:19] Thoughts from Paul:   Imagine if aliens were cruising the universe and made a stop on planet Earth and they saw human beings drinking a substance that appeared to be damaging their lives.   But first, this is revealing of the power of the unconscious mind, or the paradigms in our society. If you take crack, cocaine, heroin and meth and right off the bat it's like, yeah, that will fuck your life up. But with alcohol, which has the data to show it's the most dangerous drug on the planet, it's flipped. Thankfully the correct messaging is starting to come out, but we have a way to go still.   Paul shares what he imagines would be the conversation between aliens and humans as they begin to ask questions about why we humans are consuming a toxic substance that has no health benefits and leaves them incapacitated the next morning.   [08:24] Paul introduces Nick:   Nick is married with three young children. He says he is a pop culture aficionado. He enjoys hunting, fishing, camping and spending time at their cabin a few hours away. Nick is big into fitness as well.   Being around alcohol was a normal thing for Nick growing up. He drank some in high school but hit the ground running in college with all the typical vices. He says he never had any major consequences and did well in school. The “work hard, play hard” mentality ran strong even after college.   Nick met his wife on a flight and soon after they began a long-distance relationship. Around this time Nick says his drinking was causing some negative behavior and people were noticing. A comment from his dad had Nick feeling some embarrassment so he started trying to moderate his drinking by limiting his consumption while socializing but drinking more at home alone. After attempting to moderate with the use of an app, Nick found himself drinking more in secret. He and his wife would have conversations about it, but he wasn't ready to quit. Nick was hiding bottles of alcohol throughout the house and drinking daily and going out less, so it wasn't as obvious to others that he had an issue. It was a constant battle in his mind.   One afternoon, Nick drove with his wife to pick up their daughter from preschool. When he came out of the school, his wife had taken the driver's seat. He had driven to the school drunk, and she decided enough was enough. She took them to the police station and had him arrested. When he came by the house the next day he expected her to kick him out but instead she hugged him and shared she just wanted him to get better.   Nick was able to stay sober for three months, but wasn't doing it for himself so it didn't stick. His drinking ended up worse than ever after that until he finally hit rock bottom. He wasn't doing well physically or mentally at this point. He woke one morning and decided to go to treatment that week.   Nick threw himself into treatment and experimented with several modalities. In the past he was resistant to AA but now embraces it as an abundant resource and enjoys the community. Nick's health has greatly improved, and he has been able to get off of all medications in addition to ditching the booze. Fitness is his medicine now, Nick says.   Nick's parting piece of guidance: You can do it. Do it for yourself, don't do it for someone else.   Recovery Elevator Alcohol is shit and we both know it. I love you guys.     Café RE RE merch Recovery Elevator YouTube Sobriety Tracker iTunes