Podcasts about Tourism

Pizza on the Farm? Adult Summer Camps? Bat studies? Dark Sky Areas in Wisconsin? Today on The Cabin, we are joined by Laura Ericson, founder of Camp Lola Whiskey, to talk about some incredibly quirky and interesting summer activities in our state! We found some really cool activities for your bucket list - tune in! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring La Crosse County;https://www.wicounties.org/counties/la-crosse-county/ The Cabin is also presented to you by: Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ As well as Oak Creek; VisitOakCreek.com And Praise in the Pines; Praiseinthepines.org

Tim Morgan with the Sports & Events Corporation (TSEC)! Sports Tourism and the Community! Always good catching up with my buddy Tim! We talked sports and growth potential - can you grow too fast - is the Chattanooga area behind when it comes to sports tourism - and much more! I love supporting things that help our communities grow! (picture from The Times Free Press) ===== THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: (Welcome to our NEW sponsor) Signal Investigations: https://www.signalpi.com/ Nutrition World: https://nutritionw.com/ Vascular Institute of Chattanooga: https://www.vascularinstituteofchattanooga.com/ The Barn Nursery: https://www.barnnursery.com/ Optimize U Chattanooga: https://optimizeunow.com/chattanooga/ Guardian Investment Advisors: https://giaplantoday.com/ Alchemy Medspa and Wellness Center: http://www.alchemychattanooga.com/ Our House Studio: https://ourhousestudiosinc.com/ Team Montieth Real Estate - Lori Montieth: https://www.findchattanoogarealestate.com/ Ballinger and Associates - Risk Management: https://ballingerandassociates.com/ AirSpace Acoustics: https://www.airspaceacoustics.com/ BWELL4EVER: Labs and IV Therapies: https://www.bwell4ever.org/ ALL THINGS JEFF STYLES: www.thejeffstyles.com PART OF THE NOOGA PODCAST NETWORK: www.noogapodcasts.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple and giving us a share to your friends! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Legoland Shanghai passed 2 million guests in its first year, the fastest any LEGOLAND resort has reached that mark. We break down the numbers behind the milestone: an 80% family guest base, 230,000 minifigures sold, and a guest pool expanding well beyond the Yangtze River Delta. Then we turn to what Delta and the big banks just revealed about the travel economy. Premium seats outsold coach at Delta for the first time in a summer quarter, average trip costs jumped 24%, and 53% of Americans say they are cutting dining and shopping to protect their vacations. Travel is the protected line item now, but nearly 40% of lower-income households have no summer travel plans at all. We discuss what that split means for regional attractions. Plus, Disneyland Paris replaces Bastille Day fireworks with a 10-minute drone and projection show after a heat-driven pyrotechnics ban, and we consider whether weather is quietly rewriting nighttime entertainment. Listen to weekly BONUS episodes on our Patreon.

After China's rapid urbanization, it's millions of city dwellers are longing to get back to the farm. And who can blame them? Fresh air, fresh food and peace and quiet. What's not to love about a getaway out in the country? In this lesson, learn all about it! Episode link: https://www.chinesepod.com/2159

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Gabbi Brondani a Writer and Travel correspondent about Culinary travel where tourists choose destinations and experiences designed specifically around food and drink culture which is one of the fastest-growing segments in tourism worldwide. According to the World Food Travel Association, around a third of global tourists’ spending now goes toward food and drink experiences, and travellers increasingly cite cuisine, wine regions or food traditions as their primary reason for choosing a travel destination. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Tamie J. Jovanelly (aka Dr. Jo) is a Professor of Geology and a Research Affiliate at Berry College, Georgia. She received her PhD from Kent State University, her MS from the University of Nebraska, and her BS from the University of Michigan. Over two decades, her research has been broad-scoping and impressive.  She is the sole author of the award-winning and best-selling monograph Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features (Wiley, 2020). In continuation of her investigations in climate change, she received a Research Scientist position on a cruise to the International Territories of Svalbard in 2022. Dr. Jo's forthcoming book Volcanoes: What Everyone Needs to Know (Oxford University Press, July 2026), draws on more than 20 years of global research to provide an accessible exploration of how volcanoes shape our landscapes, climate, cultures, and travel experiences around the globe.With more travelers seeking meaningful, educational, and experience-driven adventures, Dr. Jo offers a unique perspective on why geology is becoming one of travel media's most fascinating emerging subjects. Through her tours and fieldwork, she's seen firsthand how volcanoes, glaciers, tectonic landscapes, and national parks can transform the way people connect with science and the natural world.More great information here:Volcanoes WENKhttps://adventuregeologytours.com http://www.malcolmteasdale.com

Spain is in the World Cup Final, and excitement is felt across the city. Despite not being a football fan, Travel Blogger Megan Singleton felt the buzz ahead of the World Cup final against Argentina. She tells Francesca Rudkin about the experience, and how you can take a piece of the Camp Nou pitch home. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recovery continues across Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, following the historic flooding caused by Tropical Storm Arthur.  In this special episode of Big Blend Radio's "Travel Avoyelles" Podcast, Executive Director Wilbert Carmouche of the Avoyelles Commission of Tourism joins Father Martin Laird of Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church in Plaucheville and Immaculate Conception Church in DuPont to share firsthand stories of resilience, faith, volunteerism, and the incredible spirit of the community. The conversation highlights how neighbors, churches, first responders, businesses, and volunteers united to help families recover after record-breaking rainfall. The episode also explores how travelers can support the local economy by visiting Avoyelles Parish's attractions, restaurants, festivals, and small businesses as recovery continues. The show concludes with hope for the future, emphasizing that while much rebuilding remains, Avoyelles Parish is open for visitors and grateful for every act of support. Flood Relief & Area Information - Support Avoyelles Parish recovery through the Diocese of Alexandria Flood Relief efforts: https://www.diocesealex.org/avoyelles-flood-relief/  - Learn more and plan a future visit: https://travelavoyelles.com/ 

Richard Epstein discusses his book on birthright citizenship, challenging the Supreme Court's interpretation of the 14th Amendment. He addresses the phenomenon of "birth tourism," the status of foreign-raised US citizens, and the relative silence from liberal scholars regarding his arguments on federal plenary power over naturalization. (4)

This week… Tourism numbers are in for the World Cup and Pioneer Square is celebrating the win. The city of SeaTac wants to build an identity outside of the airport. And the Seattle Kraken are looking for lookalikes for their mascot, Buoy. The Weekly Seattle Podcast Host Rachel Horgan and KUOW Editor Phyllis Fletcher are here to break down the week. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Utah adopt permanent daylight saving time? Host Ali Vallarta, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg weigh the pros and cons. Plus, our state's future in farm tourism, picks of the week, and in our members-only segment: where to see "The Odyssey" this weekend, and why Utah doesn't have a 70mm theater. Resources and references: RSVP for 801 Day on Saturday, Aug. 1! How would permanent daylight saving time impact Utahns? [ABC 4]  Agritourism is growing in Utah but it hasn't reached its full potential, new study says [Utah News Dispatch]  We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. You'll be doing us a big favor if you take it at citycast.fm/survey — it only takes seven minutes. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast City swag. Thank you! Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Canyon View Credit Union Salt Lake Sewciety

Fairmont City Manager Travis Blosser on Kibar Aluminun facility Doug Arbogast and Daniel Eades from WVU on the Tourism, Resiliency and Indicators for Post-Pandemic Planning (TRIP) project Producer Ethan on the World Cup Final 

South Island wildlife tourism businesses say they're not panicking, but they are prepared for bird flu to spread. A second case of the deadly H5N1 strain has been confirmed in the North Island. One Dunedin operator is worried bird flu could wipe out one of the country's taonga species that is already on the brink. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more.

Update from NEMA following Te Anau quake; Louise Upston discusses rising Jobseeker numbers; Professor Jemma Geoghegan on bird flu's arrival in NZ; Retail NZ chief questions Move-On Bill; Jeremy Smith on Napier's Winter Deco Weekend

Dawit Teferi joins us from Ethiopia to share his work as a travel specialist tour guide. Dawit talks about his book, Visiting Ethiopia with Understanding: The Mursi People and Tourism in Ethiopia. He explains from his research, why the Mursi ethnic group have their tradition of wearing the lip plate, and about the effects of tourism in the Omo Valley where the Mursi live. Dawit tells us about his company Nightjar Tours, where they go, and what people will see on his tours.#ethiopia #africa #tourism #ethnic #travelFOLLOW Dawit Teferi:WEBSITE/LINKS: Nightjar Tourshttps://www.nightjartour.comCONTACT:E-MAIL: dawitnightjar@gmail.comBOOKS :Dawit Teferi, Visiting Ethiopian Churches (Addis Ababa: Nightjar Tours, 2019)Dawit Teferi, Visiting Ethiopian with Understanding: The Mursi (Addis Ababa: Nightjar Tours,2023)Dawit Teferi, Visiting Ethiopian with Understanding: The Hamer (Addis Ababa: Nightjar Tours,forthcoming)FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/ASMALPodcastVISIT OUR WEBSITE: http://www.asmallmediumatlarge.coEMAIL: asmallmediumatlargepodcast@gmail.com Show Produced by Green Valley Production StudioMusic by DJ Booda: http://www.djbooda.com

The World Cup Finals are this Sunday in New York.The 5-week saga that has taken over North America is coming to end this Sunday. There's been something genuinely electric about watching this tournament unfold. Entire neighborhoods turn out in jerseys, half-a-dozen languages are heard at any given restaurant, and strangers hug over penalty kicks. It's been a real reminder of what a shared obsession can do to a city. This summer, New York has opened her arms to millions of people who'd never set foot in it before. It's one thing to host a World Cup; it's another to make eight million people and a few million strangers feel like they all belong to the same city, if only for a summer.No one has had a closer seat to that balancing act than my guest today. We sat down with Nancy Mammana, CMO at New York City Tourism + Conventions to hear how they pulled it off.

In this episode of the 17 County Podcast, we sit down with Felicity Johnson, a recent York University graduate and summer intern with the York County Visitors Bureau, to talk about finding opportunities close to home and discovering everything York County has to offer. Felicity shares how growing up in the area, her experience at York University, and the connections she built along the way led her to an internship focused on tourism and community promotion. We talk about the projects she's working on this summer, the hidden places and stories she's discovering across York County, and why internships and local connections can create meaningful opportunities for young professionals. She also shares her perspective on small-town life, why there's more to do in York County than people may think, and how learning to appreciate the quiet, simple moments has shaped the way she sees her community. If you're a student, a young professional, or someone who thinks they already know everything York County has to offer, this episode might inspire you to take another look.

Buckle up for Part 2 of our Wisconsin Great River Road trip! This time we are starting in La Crosse and exploring some of the attractions and amazing food spots, then hitting towns like Alma, Stockholm, Fountain City and ending in Prescott. Did you know there is a secret sourdough stand on the Great River Road? Have you been to the “Wisconsin Stonehenge?!” There is so much to see - join us on the road! The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Kewaunee County;https://www.wicounties.org/counties/kewaunee-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is presented by Lake Geneva; www.visitlakegeneva.com And GHT; wcaght.org

In just a few decades, the Hunza Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, a remote mountainous region of northern Pakistan, has undergone a dramatic transformation. Expanded access to education, improved healthcare and strong local development have reshaped the area, in a model of progress often linked to foundations associated with the Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community. The minority counts nearly 500,000 members in Pakistan and makes up around 90% of Hunza's population.

It's thought a small dip in international visitors is nothing to worry about. International arrivals fell 1.8% between April and May, but remain 6.7% higher than a year ago. Australia and China continue to be New Zealand's biggest visitor markets, despite fewer arrivals from the UK and the United States. Tourism Holdings Limited chief executive Grant Webster told Mike Hosking tourism was growing well before Covid, and we're back on that growth path. He says you can't cut your way to prosperity, so we've got to continue on this path. Christchurch is also outpacing Auckland in overseas visitor growth thanks to growing flight capacity, with Christchurch Airport recording a 22% increase, well ahead of Auckland's 0.7%. Webster told Hosking dispersal of visitors is good for economic spread – Christchurch's effort to increase capacity has flowed through, but there's no doubt Auckland will continue to grow too over the next 12 months. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government's made a sport of bashing councils for overspending, but a new tourism plan acknowledges that they're about more than just rubbish, roads, and waterLocal bodies welcome a substantial plan for tourism that clearly lays out whose job it is to do what, including attracting visitors into towns through eventsFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

A new deal is set to make it easier for international visitors to jet into New Zealand on private planes. 1500 flights in and out of our airports each year are on private jets. Global executive aviation company PrivatPort has chosen Auckland as its VIP gate-way to Australasia and the Pacific. SO Capital CEO Shah Aslam spoke to Lisa Owen.

Headline: Italian Summer: Over-Tourism, Extreme Heat, and the Charm of Bassano del Grappa Guest: Lorenzo Fiori Lorenzo Fiori describes record-breaking heat and humidity in Italy, suggesting tourists visit Bassano del Grappato avoid crowds. He discusses the historic Palio horse race in Siena and recommends enjoying grappa with chocolate and ciabatta bread while overlooking the beautiful Dolomite mountains. (6)

President Trump asks the Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling striking down his effort to limit birthright citizenship, as supporters outline other possible paths for a future challenge - Will Chamberlain of the Article III Project weighs in. Texas Governor Greg Abbott investigates a border hospital accused of advertising American childbirth packages to pregnant women in Mexico. Prosecutors reveal new texts and DNA evidence linking Tyler Robinson to the rifle, engraved ammunition, and tools allegedly used in Charlie Kirk's murder. A 22-year-old student pilot safely lands a plane alone after her flight instructor allegedly jumps from the aircraft mid-flight.   The Wellness Company: Don't let a sudden illness derail your summer - secure your peace of mind and save $45 on a Medical Emergency Kit today by visiting https://UrgentCareKit.com/MK and using promo code MK.   Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Tenpenny Files – The Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling renews debate over birth tourism, commercial surrogacy, immigration, and national security. Dr. Sherri Tenpenny speaks with Emma Waters and Casey Fleming about citizenship laws, foreign influence, unrestricted warfare, and whether legal loopholes increasingly create long-term risks for America's identity, sovereignty, and future generations...

We've been hearing a lot about NASA's new moonbase plans, and they are ambitious. Starting with Artemis V (so far), the US plans to begin preparations for a permanent base situated in the south polar regions of the moon. Details are somewhat fluid, but one thing stands out: the poles are likely to be the most challenging places to set up shop in an already hostile environment. Planetary scientist Dr. Pascal Lee joins us to discuss moonbase siting options and why the poles may not be the best choice at first. Headlines: China Demonstrates Impressive Rocket Landing and Catch Mechanism New Horizons Probe Awakens to Transmit Deep Space Data Wally Funk, Last of the "Mercury 13," Passes Away West Coast Rocket Launch Alert: SpaceX Falcon 9 Visual Spectacle Main Topic: Moon Base Strategy and Location Debate History and Evolution of U.S. Moon Base Plans NASA's New Multi-Phase Moon Base Timeline and Missions Strategic and Logistical Challenges of South Pole Moon Bases Arguments for a Centralized, Benign Location for Moon Infrastructure Commercial and International Partnership Models for Lunar Operations Role of Robotics and AI in Moon Exploration and Prospecting Lessons from Antarctic Base Logistics Applied to the Moon Potential for Tourism and Commercial Development on the Lunar Surface Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Pascal Lee Download or subscribe to This Week in Space at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT rippling.ai/twis threatlocker.com/twit

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Texas and the Trump Administration rightly win at the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals on the long unjust issue of illegal aliens getting in-state tuition in Texas.“Put another way, if some U.S. citizens or nationals, regardless of residency, are ineligible for reduced in-state tuition rates, then all illegal aliens must be ineligible to receive the same benefit based on residency. U.S. citizens or nationals must be treated no worse than illegal aliens,” wrote Judge Smith.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.The abuse of our country by foreigners is almost infinite and so much of it has been right under our noses in plains sight – especially on the “birthright” citizenship issue. Rep. Hillary Hickland reported: “It's been exposed that hospitals in South Texas are actively advertising ‘birth packages' in Mexico, encouraging people to come to the U.S. solely to give birth and secure citizenship for their children. This is illegal, it is predatory to our already strained healthcare system, and it is a complete abuse of America's hospitality. Shockingly, these discounted packages for non-residents are often far cheaper than what our insurance companies and Texas taxpayers are billed.”Oil and gas drilling rig count for Baker Hughes.More Little Jimmy “The Creep” Talarico creepy hypocrisy – he clearly supports some of the most horrific and sinful things in which our society's Left believes.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com

We've been hearing a lot about NASA's new moonbase plans, and they are ambitious. Starting with Artemis V (so far), the US plans to begin preparations for a permanent base situated in the south polar regions of the moon. Details are somewhat fluid, but one thing stands out: the poles are likely to be the most challenging places to set up shop in an already hostile environment. Planetary scientist Dr. Pascal Lee joins us to discuss moonbase siting options and why the poles may not be the best choice at first. Headlines: China Demonstrates Impressive Rocket Landing and Catch Mechanism New Horizons Probe Awakens to Transmit Deep Space Data Wally Funk, Last of the "Mercury 13," Passes Away West Coast Rocket Launch Alert: SpaceX Falcon 9 Visual Spectacle Main Topic: Moon Base Strategy and Location Debate History and Evolution of U.S. Moon Base Plans NASA's New Multi-Phase Moon Base Timeline and Missions Strategic and Logistical Challenges of South Pole Moon Bases Arguments for a Centralized, Benign Location for Moon Infrastructure Commercial and International Partnership Models for Lunar Operations Role of Robotics and AI in Moon Exploration and Prospecting Lessons from Antarctic Base Logistics Applied to the Moon Potential for Tourism and Commercial Development on the Lunar Surface Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Pascal Lee Download or subscribe to This Week in Space at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT rippling.ai/twis threatlocker.com/twit

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, July 9, 20264:20 pm: Andrew Arthur, Resident Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies, joins the program to discuss the Justice Department's vow to crack down on birth tourism following the Supreme Court's decision on birthright citizenship.4:38 pm: Jason Isaac, Founder and CEO of the American Energy Institute, joins the show to discuss his piece for The Hill about how California Governor Gavin Newsom is deflecting blame when it comes to high gas prices in California.6:05 pm: Mike Carey, Chair of the Salt Lake County Republican Party, who works as a home developer, joins the program to discuss the results of a recent report about the effects of illegal immigration on home prices in America, and his concern that Utah's First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, which provides $20,000 no-interest loans, could be used by illegal immigrants.6:38 pm: Economist Steve Moore, Co-Founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins Rod and Greg for his weekly visit about politics and the nation's economy, and today they'll discuss the large companies, like Toyota and General Motors, that will be moving production facilities into the United States, plus how oil prices continue to fall despite a resumption of the War in Iran.

We've been hearing a lot about NASA's new moonbase plans, and they are ambitious. Starting with Artemis V (so far), the US plans to begin preparations for a permanent base situated in the south polar regions of the moon. Details are somewhat fluid, but one thing stands out: the poles are likely to be the most challenging places to set up shop in an already hostile environment. Planetary scientist Dr. Pascal Lee joins us to discuss moonbase siting options and why the poles may not be the best choice at first. Headlines: China Demonstrates Impressive Rocket Landing and Catch Mechanism New Horizons Probe Awakens to Transmit Deep Space Data Wally Funk, Last of the "Mercury 13," Passes Away West Coast Rocket Launch Alert: SpaceX Falcon 9 Visual Spectacle Main Topic: Moon Base Strategy and Location Debate History and Evolution of U.S. Moon Base Plans NASA's New Multi-Phase Moon Base Timeline and Missions Strategic and Logistical Challenges of South Pole Moon Bases Arguments for a Centralized, Benign Location for Moon Infrastructure Commercial and International Partnership Models for Lunar Operations Role of Robotics and AI in Moon Exploration and Prospecting Lessons from Antarctic Base Logistics Applied to the Moon Potential for Tourism and Commercial Development on the Lunar Surface Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Pascal Lee Download or subscribe to This Week in Space at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT rippling.ai/twis threatlocker.com/twit

We've been hearing a lot about NASA's new moonbase plans, and they are ambitious. Starting with Artemis V (so far), the US plans to begin preparations for a permanent base situated in the south polar regions of the moon. Details are somewhat fluid, but one thing stands out: the poles are likely to be the most challenging places to set up shop in an already hostile environment. Planetary scientist Dr. Pascal Lee joins us to discuss moonbase siting options and why the poles may not be the best choice at first. Headlines: China Demonstrates Impressive Rocket Landing and Catch Mechanism New Horizons Probe Awakens to Transmit Deep Space Data Wally Funk, Last of the "Mercury 13," Passes Away West Coast Rocket Launch Alert: SpaceX Falcon 9 Visual Spectacle Main Topic: Moon Base Strategy and Location Debate History and Evolution of U.S. Moon Base Plans NASA's New Multi-Phase Moon Base Timeline and Missions Strategic and Logistical Challenges of South Pole Moon Bases Arguments for a Centralized, Benign Location for Moon Infrastructure Commercial and International Partnership Models for Lunar Operations Role of Robotics and AI in Moon Exploration and Prospecting Lessons from Antarctic Base Logistics Applied to the Moon Potential for Tourism and Commercial Development on the Lunar Surface Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Pascal Lee Download or subscribe to This Week in Space at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: blackhat.com/us-26 and use code TWIT rippling.ai/twis threatlocker.com/twit

Part 2 - Host Neville James is joined by Shamari Haynes, Deputy Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, Sheniqua Robinson, Communications Specialist, and Kalahari Bryan, Social Media Specialist, to discuss the territory's tourism initiatives and year-round visitor growth. The conversation highlights tourism marketing efforts, community partnerships, major cultural events, social media engagement, and national recognition for St. John, including recent Travel + Leisure awards. The guests also share updates on supporting local festivals, promoting the Virgin Islands as a premier destination, and expanding opportunities in areas such as sports tourism, ecotourism, and cultural tourism.

The global chess match just escalated to a whole new level!

Dan talks about some billboards in Texas advertising birthing centers for foreigners and Chris Hand joins | aired on Thursday, July 9th, 2026 on Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis Produced by Samuel RutherfordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 5500: Making Birth Tourism A State Felony

Guest Steve Bonta, The New American, joins to discuss the latest on the MIA of Mitch McConnell. Could we see him back in DC, or are we waiting for midterm season for a replacement? Discussion of the 17th Amendment, represenation for the people in DC, and more.  Speaker Mike Johnson says "birth tourism" is priority for Congress when the return to Washington. Could it really happen? Discussion of reconciliation bill 3.0, campaign agenda's and how to get voters out in November. 

Buckle up, because we are hitting The Great River Road! Andrea, Eric and Apurba take the road from Dickeyville to Prairie du Chien in this two-part episode. From a famous hamburger stand, to a brewery that was restored and is now a huge attraction, to a stunning grotto - we cover our favorite stops on the southern half of the “Happiness Highway!” The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring KenoshaCounty;https://www.wicounties.org/counties/kenosha-county/ The Cabin is presented by Badger State Brewing; https://badgerstatebrewing.com/ The Cabin is presented by Oak Creek;www.visitoakcreek.com And Ho-Chunk Gaming;https://www.ho-chunkgaming.com/ And GHT; wcaght.org

//The Wire//2300Z July 7, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: EXPLOSIONS REPORTED NEAR HOTEL HOUSING FRENCH PRESIDENT DURING STATE VISIT TO DAMASCUS. MONACO BOMBER FOUND DEAD IN UKRAINE. IRAN RESUMES TARGETING OF UNAUTHORIZED TRANSITS OF HORMUZ STRAIT. CONCERNS GROWING REGARDING STATUS OF SENATOR MCCONNELL'S HEALTH, COMPLICATING UPCOMING ELECTION.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Syria: This morning several explosive devices were detonated in Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit. The first device took the form of a Vehicle-Borne IED (VBIED) which was detonated on the street adjacent to the Ministry of Tourism, wounding many people including the Assistant Deputy Minister of Tourism. A few minutes after this device detonated, another device detonated on the street immediately adjacent to the initial blast site. At the time of the blasts, President Macron was staying at the Four Seasons hotel directly across the street from the blast site. Macron was not wounded during the attack, and has not canceled his state visit to Syria.Analyst Comment: This complex attack was very likely targeting Macron himself, or at least trying to get as close as possible to cause diplomatic trouble. Throughout the region, it's extremely common for terror groups to conduct attacks while foreign dignitaries are visiting, so as to embarrass their political leadership.Ukraine: Yesterday one of the lead suspects in the Monaco bombing case was found dead. Anastasiia Berezovska was the individual suspected of dropping off the bomb at the residence of Vadym Yermolaiev a few weeks ago. Berezovska was found at an undisclosed location in Ukraine with multiple gunshots to the head. After her death was discovered, an actively-serving member of the Intelligence Directorate of the Ukrainian MoD confessed to her murder.Analyst Comment: Very clearly, someone is tying up the loose ends in this case, and doing so very publicly to send a message. Now that the lead suspect in the bombing case is dead, the entire affair is tidied up neatly, and no further investigation can be undertaken regarding who Berezovska was working for.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - Concerns are growing regarding the status of Senator Mitch McConnell, who has been hospitalized for several weeks. On June 14th, McConnell was found unconscious on the floor of his home in Capitol Hill after suffering an apparent heart attack. CPR was performed at the scene, and he was transported to a hospital. Apart from those initial details, there is currently no indication of his status beyond unconfirmed rumor.Analyst Comment: McConnell's health has been extremely concerning over the past few years, with several viral media incidents indicating that he is not well. In this case, three days after his heart attack, his wife Elaine Chao traveled to China to meet with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng. As a result of the timing of this visit, and the extreme secrecy surrounding the health of a man who has been of ailing health for years, concerns are growing regarding McConnell's status. In Kentucky, election law regarding position appointments has recently changed. Instead of the Governor being able to make an appointment for the seat, if a Senator dies in office, a special election is now mandatory. As such if McConnell passes away before the election, a special election would have to be held to fill the vacancy of only a couple of months, before the general election in November.However, the timing matters. If a Kentucky Senator dies in office (and thus vacates the seat) less than 63 days before the election, a special election would probably not be required and the normal election goes on. In this case, McConnell is not running again this year but the law regarding his seat still applies, so he must remain alive until September 1st, in order to prevent a special election which would allow a third-party candidate to run for his seat.New York: This morning evacuations were conducted after a high-rise building experienced a partial collapse in midtown Manhattan. The former Pfizer building at 235 E. 42nd St was undergoing major renovations/construction this morning, when approximately 5 floors of the building experienced a partial collapse. A perimeter cordon is currently in place around the building, as pieces of the structure have been falling on the street and sidewalk throughout the morning.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: In the Persian Gulf, the Ayatollah's funeral has served as a sort of ceasefire-within-a-"ceasefire", and the United States and Iran took the past week to actually stop shooting at each other. During that time, merchant vessels also took the opportunity to slip through the Strait of Hormuz via the southern Omani route...something that Iran has repeatedly warned against. During the funeral, Iranian forces let this take place, however as of last night patience ran out and the Iranians have returned to striking commercial vessels for taking this route. So far today, a total of 4x confirmed (and probably one more unconfirmed) merchant vessels have been engaged by Iran for trying to sneak through the Strait. This is the most ships that have been struck since the hot-phase of the war, and these targeting efforts were not the result of ship captains unilaterally changing the route.Yesterday, the UKMTO directly stated that merchant traffic may take the southern route without coordinating with the Iranians. This statement was issued knowing full well that the Iranians have been warning ships that they must take the Larak Island route. Exactly who made the decision to issue this statement is unclear, but in effect the UKMTO told ships to take a route that they knew would be unsafe, gambling on the Iranians not conducting strikes during the Ayatollah's funeral. Now, the burning hulls of five ships are evidence that this gamble was ill advised. In response to these attacks, the United States has re-imposed sanctions on Iranian oil exports after granting them permission to export their oil a few weeks ago. Other than the sanctions, the United States is likely to conduct the standard retaliation strikes at random targets near Bandar Abbas over the next few days.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

(July 07, 2026) President Trump’s criticism of NATO casts a shadow over U.S pledge to defend allies. Europe is restricting international tourism. Prepare for airline purgatory. U.S. life expectancy is on track to reach a record high as death rate falls to record low in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The State Department does publish VISA denial rates, however, it's across broad categories and pregnancy isn't one of those categories. In the prior three years, denial rates have ranged from 20.6% of applications to 27.8% most recently. In the most recent fiscal year just under 2.5 million VISA requests into the United States were denied – so it is clear that officials are at least attempting to mind the store. 

Tourism has the power to educate, connect people, and support local communities—but it also carries environmental responsibilities.In this episode, Erika Schiller is joined by Meghan Flynn, Associate Vice President of Program Strategy, and Bryn Geddes, Sustainability Manager at Road Scholar, to discuss how Road Scholar is making educational travel more sustainable. They share lessons learned from measuring Scope 3 emissions, collaborating with suppliers, reducing plastic and food waste, and building sustainability into hundreds of travel itineraries across the globe. The conversation also highlights why progress matters more than perfection, demonstrating how practical actions, thoughtful partnerships, and continuous improvement can help shape a more sustainable future for tourism.Thank you to our sponsor, Amazon Sustainability, for supporting this episode. Amazon is known for speed and scale. That same approach drives their sustainability efforts. Guided by data and science, and powered by invention, Amazon works backward from ambitious targets to drive measurable progress. Every package delivered, every data center powered, every product designed is an opportunity to make tomorrow better.Learn more about Amazon SustainabilityAmazon's Energy spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-energyAmazon's Water spotlight: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/stories/spotlight-on-waterAmazon's Homepage: https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/Episode ResourcesRoad Scholar: https://www.roadscholar.org/ Sustainability Travel: https://www.roadscholar.org/why-go-with-us/sustainability/ -About ESG Decoded ESG Decoded is a podcast powered by ClimeCo to share updates related to business innovation and sustainability in a clear and actionable manner. Join Emma Cox, Erika Schiller, and Anna Stablum for thoughtful, nuanced conversations with industry leaders and subject matter experts that explore the complexities about the risks and opportunities connected to (E)nvironmental, (S)ocial and (G)overnance. We like to say that “ESG is everything that's not on your balance sheet.” This leaves room for misunderstanding and oversimplification – two things that we'll bust on this podcast.ESG Decoded Resource Links Site:  https://www.climeco.com/podcast-series/Apple Podcasts: https://go.climeco.com/ApplePodcastsSpotify: https://go.climeco.com/SpotifyYouTube Music: https://go.climeco.com/YouTube-MusicLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esg-decoded/IG: https://www.instagram.com/esgdecoded/*This episode was produced by Singing Land Studio ClimeCo Resource LinksSite: https://climeco.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/climeco/IG: https://www.instagram.com/climeco/-Sponsored Episode Disclaimer: This episode of ESG Decoded is sponsored by Amazon. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, the Sponsor, or the guest's organization. Sponsorship provides financial support only and does not give the Sponsor any right to direct, review, or approve the editorial content of this episode, including topics discussed, questions asked, or opinions expressed by the host or guest(s). Views Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the host and guest(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of ESG Decoded, ClimeCo LLC, any Sponsor, or any organization with which a guest is affiliated. Participation by a guest or Sponsor does not constitute an endorsement of any product, service, or organization. This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice. 

Couples desperate to adopt often turn to underregulated for-profit adoption agencies. Filmmaker Gabrielle Glaser joins host Krys Boyd to discuss a system ripe for abuse, where “baby brokers” target pregnant women and play on the emotions of hopeful families. The Frontline documentary is called “Baby Brokers.”  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Jim McTague discusses the bustling July 4th tourism in Lancaster County despite a sweltering heat dome. He explores rising inflation at local diners, erratic shopping patterns, and a robust yet nerve-wracking labor market. McTaguehighlights how residents navigate high costs while tourism remains solid and regional vacationers are staying local.1900 WILLIAM PENN HOUSE

The Supreme Court's decision in the birthright citizenship case is “a monumentally terrible decision,” says author Peter Schweizer, whose latest bestseller exposed China's efforts to exploit birth tourism on an industrial scale. In Trump v. Barbara, The Court this week threw out President Donald Trump's executive order to federal immigration agencies not to automatically grant citizenship to every child born to a foreigner on US soil. The decision, although expected by many, is absolutely terrible for American sovereignty, Schweizer believes.

Birthright citizenship was upheld after the Supreme Court ruled against President Donald Trump. But, the issue isn't off the table. The Department of Justice is now launching a full-scale campaign to go after criminals involved in birth tourism.We'll discuss this topic and others in this episode of “Crossroads.”Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

Rep. Andy Ogles, a Republican member of the house representing TN-5, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today with guest host Tom Shillue to discuss SCOTUS' decision to strike down Trump's challenge of the 14th amendment via Executive Order. Rep. Ogles discussed his issue with the ruling and why he believes Congress must act to end the issue of birth tourism, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 5485: Felony For Birth Tourism