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Send us a textTake a trip to the Yucatan Peninsula for this one! Great food, great scenery, and a love story that begins a new chapter.Peep the links below for some music that will get ya moving!Apple MusicSpotify Musichttps://www.instagram.com/gdopodcast/

What would you do if you got stuck in a cave? Cave diving is something that has fascinated - and terrified - us for a long time - and today we had the opportunity to get all our questions answered by acclaimed explorer and cave diver - Rannvá Jørmundsson. Rannvá has a background as a professional diving instructor, specialising in cold water. Rannvá is originally from the Faroe Islands, but currently lives in Cornwall, where she works for the diving equipment company Fourth Element. Rannva has been diving since 2008 and is an IDC Staff instructor and full cave CCR diver, and she is a member of the Explorers Club in New York.Rannvá told us all about her passion for diving, how she feels it's the best form of mediation and also how she uses her extensive training to handle the risks and dangers involved in cave exploration. Stay tuned to find out if she can convince us to take a dive...Follow @rannvaj on InstagramYou can read more about Rannvá's expedition to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula here #PerpetualPlanetRannvá cofounded Nixie Expeditions - an organisation dedicated to Aquifer Exploration and Conservation. You can see more about their work on their Instagram - @nixie_expeditionsIf you'd like to get in touch, you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Emma-Kirsty FraserMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Maya of Central America were careful skywatchers. They built observatories for tracking the Sun, Moon, and stars. They developed accurate calendars, and could predict the motions of astronomical bodies. There’s even evidence that they could predict eclipses with a fair degree of accuracy. One example of their astronomical prowess may be found in the ancient city of Chichen Itza, in the Yucatan Peninsula. A shadowy snake appears to descend one side of a massive pyramid there on the equinoxes. It may represent Kukulkan, the god of the underworld – a serpent with plumes of feathers. The pyramid was built as early as a thousand years ago. It’s about 80 feet tall. It consists of multiple tiers, like a limestone layer cake. Each side has a staircase with 91 steps, which lead to a temple at the top. That creates 365 total steps – the number of days in a year. For a couple of weeks around the equinox, the northwestern corner of the pyramid casts a shadow on the raised sides of the northern staircase. As the shadow descends, it looks like a snake slithering down the pyramid. It culminates when the shadow reaches the base of the staircase, which features a carved head that looks like a snake. It’s not certain that the alignment was intentional. Even so, it’s one of the world’s most famous equinox markers, drawing thousands of visitors each year to mark the start of spring – which arrives tonight. More about the equinox tomorrow. Script by Damond Benningfield

#151 - What could inspire someone to leave a stable engineering career and venture into the unknown on a bicycle? Meet Jacob Lemanski, whose incredible journey of 999 days biking across the globe defies expectations and challenges societal norms. In this episode, Jacob shares his odyssey from rural Pennsylvania to the world stage, driven by a passion ignited during a cross-country bike tour at the tender age of 20. His story is not just about the miles traveled but the transformation of his life's path, as he finds fulfillment and a new identity through this daring adventure.Jacob's journey wasn't meticulously planned—quite the opposite. With minimal route mapping and a focus on spontaneous exploration, he embraced uncertainty, relying on robust gear and the support of a tracking device for peace of mind. Covering over 38,000 miles across six continents, Jacob reveals the logistics and challenges of traveling self-sufficiently, surviving on little more than food and water. It's a tale of resilience, an embrace of the unknown, and a testament to the power of living life on one's own terms.From the dangers of the Andean mountains to the serene beauty of the Yucatan Peninsula, Jacob recounts the highs and lows of life on the road. He opens up about the emotional challenges of disconnecting from modern communication and the profound joy found in nature's simplicity. The journey didn't just change his perspective; it led to a creative pivot—from engineering to founding Ant Life, an art company inspired by humble ant farms. Jacob invites listeners to experience the vastness of human potential and the world's beauty, offering inspiration to embark on their own journeys of discovery.Visit LandPirate.com to get your gear that has you, the adventurer, in mind. Use the code "Journey with Jake" to get an additional 15% off at check out. Visit geneticinsights.co and use the code "DISCOVER25" to enjoy a sweet 25% off your first purchase.

Earl is thrilled to have Professor Bob Harvey back for another chat about Black History. This time, they explore the Carthaginians and the kingdom of Mala, which was situated near the Yucatan Peninsula. They also discuss how Black indigenous groups built boats and ships for traveling and discovering new lands. Professor Harvey discusses 15th-century Black resistance to the slave trade and addresses a caller's question about the reality of "40 acres and a mule." He explains that while the 15th Amendment granted voting rights to Black men, few could exercise this right or receive promised land. He notes President Lincoln's initial hesitance to support Black rights, despite later advocating for them through the Emancipation Proclamation, which aimed to weaken the South during the Civil War. In the 1800s, cotton and enslaved people were the South's most valuable assets. The Earl Ingram Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Earl and the show! Guest: Bob Harvey

This week we talk about DART, extinction events, and asteroid 2024 YR4.We also discuss Bruce Willis, Theia, and the Moon.Recommended Book: Exadelic by Jon EvansTranscriptIn the 1998 action flick Armageddon, an asteroid the size of Texas is nudged into a collision course with earth by a comet, and NASA only notices it 18 days before impact.The agency recruits a veteran oil driller, played by Bruce Willis, to fly out to the asteroid and drill a hole in it, and to detonate a nuke in that hole, which should destroy it before it hits earth, which undetonated, that rock not broken up ahead of time, would wipe out everything on the planet. It's a fun late-90s flick loaded with some of the biggest names of the era, so I won't ruin it for you if you haven't seen it, but the crux of the plot is that there's a lot going on in space, and at some point there's a chance one of these big rocks hurling around in the void will line up just right with earth's orbit, and that rock—because of how fast things move in space—would hit with enough force to wipe out a whole lot of living things; perhaps all living things.This film's concept was predicated on historical events. Not the oilmen placing a nuke on a rogue asteroid, but the idea of an asteroid hitting earth and killing off pretty much everything.One theory as to how we got our Moon is that an object the size of Mars, called Theia, collided with Earth around 4.5 billion years ago. That collision, according to some versions of the so-called “giant impact hypothesis,” anyway, could have brought earth much of its water, as the constituent materials required for both water and carbon based life were seemingly most prevalent in the outer solar system back in those days, so this object would have slammed into early earth, created a disk of debris that combined that early earth's materials with outer solar system materials, and that disk would have then reformed into a larger body, earth, and a smaller body, the moon.In far more recent history, though still unthinkably ancient by the measure of a human lifespan, an asteroid thought to be somewhere between 6 and 9 miles, which is about 10 to 15 km in diameter hit off the coast of what is today Mexico, along the Yucatan Peninsula, killing about 70% of all species on earth.This is called the Chicxulub Event, and it's believed to be what killed the dinosaurs and all their peer species during that period, making way for, among other things, early mammals, and thus, eventually, humans.So that was an asteroid that, on the low end, was about as wide as Los Angeles. You can see why those in charge back in the 90s tapped Bruce Willis to help them handle an asteroid the size of Texas.Thankfully, most asteroid impacts aren't as substantial, though they can still cause a lot of damage.What's important to remember is that because these things are moving so fast, even though part of their material will be burnt up in the atmosphere, and even though they might not all be Texas-sized, they generate an absolutely boggling amount of energy upon impact.The exact amount of energy will vary based on all sorts of things, including the composition of the asteroid , the angle at which it hits, and where it hits; an oceanic impact will result in a whole lot of that energy just vaporizing water, for instance, while a land impact, which is less common because a little more than 70% of the planet is water, will result in more seismic consequences.That said, an asteroid that's about 100 meters in diameter, so about 328 feet, which is a lot smaller than the aforementioned 6 to 9 mile asteroid—a 100 meter, 328 foot object hitting earth can result in a force equivalent to tens of megatons of TNT, each megaton equaling a million tons, and for comparison, the atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki at the end of WWII ranged from 15,000 to 21,000 tons of TNT, mere kilotons. So a 100 meter, 328 foot asteroid hitting earth could generate somewhere between a few hundred thousand and a few million atomic bombs' worth of energy.None of which would be particularly devastating on a planetary scale, in the sense that the ground beneath out feet would barely register such an impact. But the thin layer of habitable surface where most or all of the world's life exists, certainly does. And that's the other issue here, is that on top of even a relatively small asteroid being a city-killer, wiping out everyone and everything in a large area around where it strikes, it can also cause longer-term devastation by hurling a bunch of water and soil and detritus and dust and ash into the atmosphere, acting as a cloak around the planet, messing with agriculture, messing with growth patterns and other cycles for plants and animals; the water and heat cycles completely thrown off. All of which can cause other knock-on effects, like more severe storms in unusual places, periods of famine, and even conflict over scarcer resources.What I'd like to talk about today is a recently discovered asteroid that is being called a potential city-killer, and which is raising alarms in the planetary defense world because of its relatively high likelihood of hitting earth in 2032.—Asteroid 2024 YR4 is thought to be around 130-300 feet, which is about 40-90m in diameter, and it has what's called an Earth-crossing, or Apollo-type orbit. Asteroids with this type of orbit won't necessarily ever intersect with earth, and some are incredibly unlikely to ever do so. But some relatively few of them, that we're aware of, anyway, have orbits that periodically get really close to earth's, to the point that even a small tweak to their orbit, caused by gravitational perturbances or maybe being nudged by something else in space, could put them on course to cause a lot of damage.Global astronomical bodies keep tabs on these sorts of asteroids, and they keep an especially close eye on what are called PHAs, or potentially hazardous asteroids, because they are objects that are close-ish to Earth, are in orbits that could bring them even closer, perhaps even on an intersection path with earth at some point, and they have an absolute magnitude of 22 or brighter, which means they're big enough to be fairly visible to our instruments, and that generally means they'll be 500 feet or around 140m in diameter or larger, which puts them in the “will cause severe damage if it hits earth” category.That latter component of the definition is important, as while the Chelyabinsk meteor that blew up in what's called an air burst over southwestern Russia in 2013 caused a lot of damage—generating about 400-500 kilotonnes of TNT worth of energy, about 30-times the energy released by the atomic bomb that blew up Hiroshima, resulting in a shock wave that injured nearly 1,500 people sufficiently that they had to seek medical attention, alongside all the broken glass and thousands of damaged buildings caused by that shockwave (which in turn caused those injuries)—that meteor is considered to be pretty tame compared to what we would expect from a larger impact. It was only about 60 feet, around 18m in diameter.That's part of why asteroid 2024 YR4 is getting so much attention; it's more than twice, maybe as much as five times that large, and current orbital models suggest that on December 22, 2032, it has a small chance of hitting earth.Small is a relative term here, though, both in the sense that the exact likelihood figure keeps changing, and will continue to do so as we're able to capture more data leading up to that near-future deadline, and in the sense that even very small possibilities that a city-killer asteroid will hit earth is something that we should arguably be worried about, out of proportion to the smallness of the statistical likelihood.If you are told there's a 1% chance you'll die today, that means there's a 99% chance you won't, but that 1% chance is still really substantial in the context of living or not living.Similarly, a 1% chance of a large asteroid impacting earth is considered to be substantial because that means a 1% chance that a city could be completely wiped out, along with all the maybe millions of people living in it, all the plants an animals in the region, too, and we could see all those aforementioned weather effects, atmospheric issues, and so on, for a long time into the future.At the moment, as of the day I'm recording this, there's a 2.2% chance this asteroid will hit earth on that day, December 22, 2032. Its likely impact zone, if it were to hit, stretches roughly along the equator, from just south of Mexico, across upper south america and the middle of africa, over to eastern India. If it's on the larger side of current estimates, it's possible that its blast could stretch for 31 miles in all directions from where it hits, because it's a hard object the size of a large building traveling at around 38,000 miles per hour.So just shy of 7 years, 11 months from now, which is around 2,870 days, that thing could plow into a span of earth that contains quite a few major cities—but it could also hit a stretch of ocean, causing a separate set of problems, ranging from tsunamis to borked weather patterns and loads of sun-concealing, globe-spanning cloud cover.Again, though, the numbers here are weird because of the things they're describing. Nearly 8 years is a long time in many ways, but if you're staring down the barrel of a potentially city-killing asteroid, that begins to feel like not long at all; Bruce Willis only had 18 days, but he also lived in the world of Hollywood fantasy. In real life, spinning up that kind of mission takes a lot longer, and that's after you settle on who's going to pay for some kind of asteroid killing or deflecting program, how it's going to work, and so on.Fortunately for everyone involved, back in late-2022, NASA launched a project called the Double Asteroid Redirection Test, or DART, which entailed launching a spacecraft that rendezvoused with pair of asteroids with a known trajectory. That spacecraft shot an impacter, basically a little space bullet, at one of the asteroids, which allowed the craft, along with a supplementary satellite, to collect all sorts of data about what happened to the asteroid after it was hit.The hope was that using this method, launching a craft that shoots space bullets at asteroids, we would be able to reduce the target asteroid's orbit by 73 seconds, which is an orbital measurement. Instead, it shortened it by 32 minutes, which is way, way more, and generally considered to be a huge success beyond what the mission planners could have hoped for.Not all of what was learned from the DART mission will be transferable to other possible missions, because asteroids have different compositions, have different spins and speeds, and some will be easier to hit than others, and to hit in a way that would move them beneficially: we want to move them away from a path that lines up with earth's orbit, not in such a way that a strike becomes more likely.But this success suggests that it may be possible to basically nudge asteroids away from a collision trajectory with our planet, rather than having to blow the things up with nukes, which would be a far more involved and dangerous undertaking.We've also seen the costs associated with space launches drop dramatically over the past ten years, to the point where launching this sort of mission will cost a fraction of what it would have cost back in the 90s, which is fortunate, as historically governments have shown less enthusiasm for firing space bullets than for firing bullets planet-side, so if worse comes to worse, there's a chance even a beneficent billionaire, maybe even a millionaire, could fund such a project in a pinch.At the moment, it's still overwhelmingly likely that asteroid 2024 YR4 will miss earth in 2032. A 2.2% chance of an impact is worrying, and we'll hopefully start building the infrastructure we need to deflect such objects sooner rather than later, as even if we don't end up using said craft this time around, it seems prudent to have those sorts of missions ready to go at a moment's notice, should we someday find ourselves in an Armageddon situation, with only a few weeks before something really, really bad happens.That said, even with today's quite high likelihood, that still means there's a 97.8% chance it won't be anything to worry about. We should know a fair bit more by April of this year, after which point this asteroid will be really far away and thus trickier to see until 2028, when it loops back in our direction.There would still be time to do something about it then, if warranted, but more time is typically better with this sort of thing—again, because we want to be sure any deflection attempt is successfully launched, but also that it deflects it away from us, not toward us. And our best bet to deflect would be during that 2028 close flyby, so it's likely by April, or just after that, we'll have some kind of decision by the folks in charge about whether to launch a deflection mission in 2028 or thereabouts.All of which would be historic, but would also probably be a good idea and a worthwhile investment, wherever this specific asteroid's path ends up taking it. As our space neighborhood is rich with these sorts of rocks and other astronomical bodies, and because, as our in-space sensory assets have become more numerous and sophisticated, we've been able to see just how lucky we are, that we haven't had more horrible impacts, so far; there's a lot of stuff flying around out there, and the moon probably helps by taking some of those bullets for us, but even with that extra layer of natural protection, we might want to play a more active role in managing our orbital neighborhood, soon, as it would be really embarrassing to have all this knowledge and these capacities, but to not be able to use them when we need them because we failed to plan ahead.Show Noteshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Earth-crossing_asteroidshttps://cneos.jpl.nasa.gov/about/neo_groups.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chelyabinsk_meteorhttps://x.com/Astro_Jonny/status/1886742128199336362https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_YR4https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/08/science/asteroid-yr4-2024-impact-odds.htmlhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/02/08/asteroid-hitting-earth-2032-nasa/78322607007/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/99942_Apophishttps://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/asteroids/2024-yr4/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/asteroid-2024-yr4-chance-hit-earth-what-to-know/https://blogs.nasa.gov/planetarydefense/2025/02/07/nasa-continues-to-monitor-orbit-of-near-earth-asteroid-2024-yr4/https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-confirms-dart-mission-impact-changed-asteroids-motion-in-space/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Double_Asteroid_Redirection_Testhttps://science.nasa.gov/mission/dart/https://www.space.com/nasa-dart-mission-dimorphos-didymos-asteroid-impact-reshapinghttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/27/world/nasa-dart-dimorphos-impact-scn/index.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AIDA_(international_space_cooperation)https://www.planetary.org/notable-asteroid-impacts-in-earths-historyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Origin_of_water_on_Earthhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theia_(planet)https://science.nasa.gov/earth/deep-impact-and-the-mass-extinction-of-species-65-million-years-ago/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicxulub_craterhttps://www.lpi.usra.edu/publications/books/barringer_crater_guidebook/chapter_11.pdfhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armageddon_(1998_film)https://www.history.com/news/7-major-asteroids-strikes-in-earths-historyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impact_eventhttps://world-nuclear.org/information-library/safety-and-security/non-proliferation/hiroshima-nagasaki-and-subsequent-weapons-testinhttps://www.astronomy.com/science/earths-greatest-hits-a-history-of-asteroid-impacts/ This is a public episode. 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Mark A. Carpenter is an anthropologist, explorer and author. He has worked on Mayan archaeological excavations on the Yucatan Peninsula, analyzing prehistoric Mexico. He also spent years living alongside various Native American tribes and Polynesians, in North America and Hawaii, studying their ancient traditions. His expertise is human origin paradigms, and he is considered a rogue cultural scholar, accusing the scientific establishment of conspiracy to distort human history.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

Send us a textFan-favorite Franklin Johnson returns to our podcast, bringing with him tales of family, adventure, and the much-anticipated Big Brag 2025 event. We kick things off with a choice between Cycling Men of Leisure whiskey and a treasured Suntory 12-year whiskey—a gift from Franklin's wife, Heather. As we toast to good times, Franklin updates us on his growing family, including the timely arrival of their newest addition, Ari. From enjoying family vacation videos to admiring Heather's flawless hair in recent photos, our conversation is filled with warmth and laughter.Our journey takes a leap across the globe, as we explore the vibrant streets of Cancun, serene cenotes, and Mayan pyramids of the Yucatan Peninsula. Excitement builds as we discuss upcoming international cycling trips to Croatia and the Loire Valley's vineyards and castles. As we reminisce about past events like the rainy yet enjoyable Spring Tune-Up, we can't help but anticipate the 45th Big Brag event. A special shoutout goes to our supporter Scott Garwick, urging listeners to register under the team name Cycling Men of Leisure, ensuring they don't miss out on the midnight deadline for registration savings.The episode is a delightful tribute to Georgia's towns, where we embark on a geographical trivia journey starting in Rome, Georgia. From exploring its historical significance and vibrant local scene to discovering hidden gems like Berry College and Fainting Goat Vineyards, we immerse ourselves in the charm of Georgia. Our exploration includes NASCAR history in Dawsonville and Toccoa's breathtaking falls, creating a vivid tapestry of stories and cycling routes. With a sprinkle of humor and camaraderie, we celebrate the simple pleasures of cycling, community, and the joy of embarking on this memorable journey together. We will be back Support the showEmbarking on a journey of camaraderie that spans years, Adam and Michael have cultivated a deep friendship rooted in their mutual passion for cycling. Through the twists and turns of life, these two friends have pedaled side by side, weaving a tapestry of shared experiences and good-natured teasing that only solidifies the authenticity of their bond. Their cycling escapades, filled with laughter and banter, are a testament to the enduring spirit of true friendship. Whether conquering challenging trails or coasting through scenic routes, Adam and Michael's adventures on two wheels are a testament to the joy found in the simple pleasures of life. If you're on the lookout for a podcast that captures the essence of friendship and the thrill of cycling, look no further. Join them on this audio journey, where they not only share captivating stories but also invite you to be a part of their cycling community. Get ready for a blend of fun tales, insightful discussions, and a genuine celebration of the joy that comes from embracing the open road on two wheels. This podcast is your ticket to an immersive and uplifting cycling-centric experience. and Remember,It's a Great Day for a Bike Ride!https://www.facebook.com/cyclingmenofleisurehttps://cyclingmenofleisure.com/http...

While the Aztec Empire peaked in central Mexico, a different empire was spreading it's tenticles across the Atlantic Ocean. The Spanish were in the early phases of setting up a global superpower powered by colonialism. In early 1519, the Spanish arrived in force on the shores of the Yucatan Peninsula. After crushing the Chontal Maya city states, Hernando Cortez and his Spanish conquistadors set their sights on the Aztec Empire. But would the ensuing conquest have been possible without Malintzin? Her real name forever lost to history, a nameless slave girl possessed a weapon that would change the course of history forever.  This is Part IV in a series on the rise, fall, and enduring legacy of the Aztec Empire. It discusses the arrival of the Spanish and their interactions with the Chontal Maya, some background on Hernando Cortez and the Spanish politics in the Carribean, the role of Malintzin (or Malinche or Dona Marina or Malintze) in the conquest, the Spanish war with the Tlaxacalans, and beginnings of the war with the Aztec Empire.  -Consider Supporting the Podcast!- Leave a rating or review on apple podcasts or spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/reflectinghistory Check out my podcast series on Aftersun, Piranesi, Arcane, The Dark Knight Trilogy, and Nazi Germany and the Battle for the Human Heart here: https://www.reflectinghistory.com/bonuscontent Try my podcast series "Nazi Germany and the Battle for the Human Heart"-- What led to the rise of Nazi Germany? The answer may surprise you…Why do 'good' people support evil leaders? What allure does fascism hold that enables it to garner popular support? To what extent are ordinary people responsible for the development of authoritarian evil? This 13 part podcast series explores these massive questions and more through the lens of Nazi Germany and the ordinary people who collaborated or resisted as the Third Reich expanded. You'll not only learn about the horrifying, surprising, and powerful ways in which the Nazis seized and maintained power, but also fundamental lessons about what fascism is-how to spot it and why it spreads. Through exploring the past, I hope to unlock lessons that everyone can apply to the present day. Check it out on my Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/reflectinghistory. Try my podcast series "Piranesi: Exploring the Infinite Halls of a Literary Masterpiece"-- This podcast series is a deep analysis of Susanna Clark's literary masterpiece "Piranesi." Whether you are someone who is reading the novel for academic purposes, or you simply want to enjoy an incredible story for it's own sake, this podcast series goes chapter by chapter into the plot, characters, and themes of the book...“The Beauty of the House is immeasurable; it's kindness infinite.” Piranesi lives in an infinite house, with no long-term memory and only a loose sense of identity. As the secrets of the House deepen and the mystery of his life becomes more sinister, Piranesi must discover who he is and how this brings him closer to the “Great and Secret Knowledge” that the House contains. Touching on themes of memory, identity, mental health, knowledge, reason, experience, meaning, reflection, ideals, and more…Piranesi will be remembered as one of the great books of the 21st century. Hope you enjoy the series as much as I enjoyed making it. Check it out at https://www.patreon.com/reflectinghistory. Subscribe to my newsletter! A free, low stress, monthly-quarterly email offering historical perspective on modern day issues, behind the scenes content on my latest podcast episodes, and historical lessons/takeaways from the world of history, psychology, and philosophy: https://www.reflectinghistory.com/newsletter.

About 66 million years ago a 6 to 9 mile diameter asteroid traveling at approximately 12 miles per second slammed into the Gulf of Mexico off of the modern coastline of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Ants survived, flourished, and developed agriculture while other species went extinct.

Nestled in the heart of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, the ancient city of Chichén Itza stands as a majestic testament to the architectural ingenuity and cultural richness of the ancient Maya civilization. It's long been regarded as a shining example of Maya influence, yet today, many experts agree it's not typically Maya at all, but rather a reflection of a shifting, adapting civilisation.  So how did the city become such an important hub to a dominant Mesoamerican superpower? What were the cultural and political dynamics that shaped its unique evolution? And why was it so suddenly abandoned, and left to be reclaimed by the jungle?  This is a Short History Of Chichen Itza. A Noiser Production. Written by Sean Coleman. With thanks to Annabeth Headrick, Director of the School of Art and Art History at the University of Denver, and a specialist in Ancient American Cultures.  Get every episode of Short History Of a week early with Noiser+. You'll also get ad-free listening, bonus material, and early access to shows across the Noiser network. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started. Or, if you're on Spotify or Android, go to noiser.com/subscriptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we talk about why everyone is coming out to Merida Yucatan these days to retire. Not just Merida but the Yucatan Peninsula as a whole. What is making this place so popular and what is the future growth outlook for this area look like? Join me as we discuss why Everyone is Retiring in Merida Yucatan Mexico these days! #meridayucatan #meridamexico #retirementplanning Watch the Livestream and Participate Every Thursday on my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@JoseArteagaTravels Website Full of FREE information https://www.josearteaga.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jose-arteaga-podcast/support

Hurricane Milton was expected to expand in size on Tuesday as it chugged past Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula en route to Florida's battered Gulf Coast, where more than 1 million people were ordered to evacuate before the monster storm arrived. Video feeds show traffic at a standstill as people race to evacuate the area of Tampa and St. Petersburg. NewsNation National Correspondent Alex Caprariello joins D2 from Sarasota County, FL.

Brace yourself for the latest on Hurricane Milton as it reclaims its Category 5 fury, presenting a serious threat to Florida's western coast. Join meteorologist Steve Pelletier for a real-time update on this monstrous storm, which has rebounded to maximum intensity after skirting the Yucatan Peninsula. Understand the dynamics of how Milton's brief interaction with land caused a temporary weakening, only to power up again over open waters. We'll uncover the critical elements influencing its path and discuss the heightened risks for the Tampa-St. Pete area, ensuring you stay ahead of any sudden changes.As we anticipate significant impacts from Naples to the Big Bend, Steve offers insights into the complexities of Milton's counterclockwise system. By tuning in, you'll grasp the potential for catastrophic tidal surges and hurricane-force winds that could devastate the coastline. With the National Hurricane Center poised to release new advisories, preparation remains paramount. Keep listening for the latest updates and analyses that could spell the difference between safety and disaster as Milton edges closer to Florida.

Meteorologist Steve Pellettiere joins us to dissect the menacing Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 5 storm poised to test Florida's resilience. With maximum sustained winds reaching 180 miles per hour, Steve walks us through the storm's projected trajectory, as it inches closer to the Yucatan Peninsula and the eastern Gulf of Mexico. He stresses the critical importance of following evacuation orders from local officials, highlighting the potential for severe impacts in areas like Tampa-St. Pete. As we explore the National Hurricane Center's forecasting arsenal, Steve illuminates the role of advanced weather models such as the US GFS, which have become indispensable in predicting storm paths.Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of Hurricane Milton's expected landfall and subsequent weakening as it moves across Florida. Steve provides insights into the potential tidal surges, high winds, and tornadic activity that could accompany the storm. By demystifying universal time and the intricacies of weather modeling, he offers listeners a rare glimpse into the science behind hurricane forecasting. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to grasp the gravity of Hurricane Milton's threat and the meticulous measures being taken to safeguard public safety.

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What if today's forecast could shape not only your Sunday plans but also give you a head start on the week's weather surprises? Meteorologist Steve Pellettiere joins us with the latest updates, ensuring you stay ahead of any weather changes. On this October 6th episode, we spotlight the northeast, where fair skies are set to give way to a dramatic cold front from the Great Lakes, ushering in showers and thunderstorms by Sunday night. As high pressure builds, expect cooler but pleasant conditions for the week, with a particular relief for those plagued by hay fever. Steve breaks down the pollen forecast, highlighting areas with the highest concentrations to help listeners plan their outdoor activities accordingly.Travelers and residents across the country will find Steve's insights invaluable, particularly with a tropical disturbance loitering near the Yucatan Peninsula, poised to drench Florida with heavy rains. Meanwhile, high pressure from Canada promises dry weather for Texas and the West Coast, although south Florida might contend with afternoon storms. The episode wraps up with a sunny forecast for the northeast corridor, with temperatures gradually warming as the weekend approaches. Whether you're flying, planning a road trip, or just curious about the week ahead, Steve's comprehensive weather outlook has you covered. Listen in to prepare for the upcoming days and make the most of your week!

(AURN NEWS) — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued urgent warnings as Tropical Storm Helene approaches the southeastern United States. According to NOAA's latest advisory, Helene is forecast to intensify to near hurricane strength Wednesday as it nears the northeastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, where a Hurricane Warning is in effect. NOAA warns of a life-threatening storm surge danger along the entire west coast of the Florida Peninsula and Florida's Big Bend, with the highest inundation levels expected along the Big Bend coast. The agency has also issued a Hurricane Warning for portions of Florida's Big Bend, where damaging hurricane-force winds are anticipated. The agency urged residents to complete preparations by early Thursday. As the storm moves inland, NOAA is warning of considerable flash and urban flooding across portions of Florida, the Southeast, southern Appalachians, and the Tennessee Valley from Wednesday through Friday, with a risk of landslides in the southern Appalachians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tropical Storm Helene forecast to become a hurricane today as it moves into the Gulf of Mexico • Tropical Storm Helene is looking "healthier" this morning as it makes its closet approach to the Yucatan Peninsula. • Steady intensification is forecast over the next 12 hours, with more rapid intensification possible beyond that into Thursday. • The forecast continues to call for a major hurricane to landfall in between Apalachicola and Cedar Key late Thursday. Shifts are possible and impacts will occur far from the landfall point due to the expected large size of the storm. • A track closer to, or even east of, Cedar Key would heighten our local impacts. A track closer to Apalachicola would lessen them quite dramatically. • Timeline based on the current forecast: o Wednesday: Increasing clouds and slowly increasing winds becoming breezy at the beaches by the afternoon. A few showers with gusty winds will be possible in the afternoon/evening. o Wednesday Night/Thursday Morning: Cloudy and windy, with rain bands lifting from south to north. These will have the potential to produce isolated tornadoes/waterspouts. o Mid-Day Thursday: Still cloudy and windy, but there could be a sizable break in the rain. o Thursday Afternoon/Evening: More rain bands pivot in around the storm. These will contain an even greater risk for tornadoes and water spouts, and some tropical storm force wind gusts. o Thursday Night: Helene makes landfall between 8 and 10 pm with the core of the storm pushing hurricane conditions inland to Columbia County (Lake City) and perhaps as far inland as Waycross in gusts. o Friday Morning: A few wrap-around gusty showers, but rapidly improving weather by late-morning into the afternoon. • Minor to moderate flooding will be possible Thursday evening and overnight along the St. Johns River, its tributaries, and coastal areas prone to flooding. Some minor storm surge will be possible along the NE FL coast during a period of onshore winds. Slightly higher surge is possible across the SE GA coastline. • So overall, manageable impacts across our metro with sporadic tree and power issues. Minimal flooding threat. Greater impact inland closer to the core of the storm. Magnitude of impacts still track-dependent. TODAY: Becoming mostly cloudy and breezy. Showers arrive late in the afternoon and evening. High: 88 TONIGHT: Cloudy with a swath of rain moving in. Winds begin to increase a bit at the coast. LOW: 75 THURSDAY: First Alert Weather Day. Tracking Helene. Cloudy and humid with rain and wind. Isolated tornadoes possible. 75/85 FRIDAY: Helene quickly moves away as we see decreasing clouds with a few breezy showers/storms. 75/88 SATURDAY: Partly sunny with a few showers. 75/89 SUNDAY: Partly sunny with a few showers. 72/86 MONDAY: Partly to mostly cloudy with a few showers. 73/86 TUESDAY: Partly sunny with a few showers. 70/86

Warm start to the week, Eye on the tropics • Today will be dry with a pleasant morning in the 60s/70s and a warm afternoon near 90 degrees. • We have several sunny and warm days ahead. • A moderate rip current risk at local beaches. • Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s tomorrow and Wednesday. • A named storm in the Gulf of Mexico is expected to bring increased rain and wind to our area starting Thursday. TROPICS: • A broad area of low pressure in the Caribbean has a high chance of tropical development as it approaches and moves into the Gulf of Mexico. • The current forecast would bring it on Thursday to the NE Gulf of Mexico coastline. • Tropical watches and warnings may be issued later today or tonight for the Yucatan Peninsula and Cuba. • Clouds, rain, wind, and rough seas could impact our area as early as Thursday. • The expected tropical system would likely be moving away from our area through the day on Friday. • Plenty of time to monitor and for refinements to the forecast, but we will be watching closely through this week. • The next name on the list is "Helene" TODAY: Mostly sunny and warm. HIGH: 90 TONIGHT: Mostly clear. LOW: 69 MONDAY: Mostly sunny. 68/90 TUESDAY: Mostly sunny. 69/88 WEDNESDAY: Mostly to partly sunny. 72/88 THURSDAY: Tracking the tropics: Mostly cloudy, Humid with rain and wind increasing. 75/85 FRIDAY: Decreasing clouds with a few showers. 75/88 SATURDAY: Partly sunny with a few showers. 75/86 SUNDAY: Partly sunny with an isolated shower. 75/86

And, here you are. On Earth. 66 million years ago. It's one of the warmest periods in the planet's history. There are no icecaps yet – everything is lush and green. Dinosaurs roam the Earth. Massive sauropods peacefully chew on flowering plants and trees, their young ones following closely by their side. But what is that bright spot in the sky? It grows bigger, brighter. This is the asteroid! Little do the great reptiles know: today marks the beginning of one of the largest mass extinction events in Earth's history – ¾ of life on our planet will be wiped out... So what happened after the asteroid hit the Earth 66 years ago? The cosmic monster falling toward the Earth was the size of Mount Everest. At least 6 miles wide and weighing 460 trillion tons, the meteor was coming in hot…and fast. 12 miles per second, heading right for the Yucatan Peninsula in present-day Mexico. At that speed, it could travel from LA to New York in under 4 minutes! #brightside TIMESTAMPS: 5 seconds before impact 0:55 Impact 1:31 5 minutes after impact 3:53 10 hours after impact 4:08 1 month after impact 4:22 What's left in the wake 5:41 Did they have a fighting chance? 6:50 Could humanity survive a meteorite impact like that? 7:54 Music by Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Subscribe to Bright Side : https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: / brightside Instagram: / brightgram 5-Minute Crafts Youtube: https://www.goo.gl/8JVmuC Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by WTA Ambassador Chris Bee and guest Kaitlyn Maus. Chris and Kaitlyn recently came back from their adventure to Balam Outfitters in the Jungle of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Chris and Kaitlyn share their perspectives on their adventure, how unique it is, the sights and sounds of the jungle along with what all species they encountered and were able to harvest. Enjoy Your Journey!  Book this Hunt: https://worldwidetrophyadventures.com/trips/ocellated-turkey-hunting-outfitter/  Watch Chris Bee's Hunt at Balam Outfitters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kolAbl5s1GY Watch Kaitlyn Maus' Ocellated Turkey Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwINiv1CDyE Partners Start a WTA Tags Portfolio Today https://worldwidetrophyadventures.com/tags Build your own Mathews Bow Today https://www.mathewsinc.com/ Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markvpeterson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkPeterson. TikTok: tiktok.com/@markvpeterson Web: http://markvpeterson.com/ This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What could we do to hide from the aliens? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice answer fan questions about human radio wave signals, strange matter, universes inside black holes, and other physics questions!NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/cosmic-queries-strange-matter/Thanks to our Patrons Pepper Horton, Albert Vara, Shuky Mayer, William and Adwoa Steel, Timothé Payette, CESAR FRADIQUE, Tony Chantosa, Norwne Gonio, Tim Wescott, and Momo Gasuki for supporting us this week.

For more details on this podcast visit: https://www.journeybeyondweightloss.com/blog/175   Hey there! We hope you had a fantastic 4th of July!

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports Texas is getting ready for Beryl to make landfall Monday.

In our news wrap Friday, Hurricane Beryl weakened to a Tropical Storm as it cut across Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, the Kansas Supreme Court reaffirmed the state's abortion protections, Donald Trump's lawyers asked a judge to pause the classified documents case against him in Florida and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says Russia and Ukraine are far from ending the war. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

President Biden is set for a make-or-break weekend for his political future. Tropical Storm Beryl is roaring across Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula after coming ashore as a powerful category 2 hurricane. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to Michigan to meet a group of buddies who save the day for a furry friend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Biden campaigns in Wisconsin, defiantly vows to stay in the race and win. New British Prime Minister Keir Starmer takes over Number 10 after his Labour Party sweep to victory in general election. Trump lawyers ask federal judge for pause in his Florida document mishandling case. New jobs numbers show employment growth continued in June, though down slightly over May. Hurricane Beryl hits Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula knocking out power, before heading back out to the Gulf. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – July 5, 2024 Biden campaigns in Wisconsin, defiantly vows to stay in the race and win. appeared first on KPFA.

In our news wrap Friday, Hurricane Beryl weakened to a Tropical Storm as it cut across Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, the Kansas Supreme Court reaffirmed the state's abortion protections, Donald Trump's lawyers asked a judge to pause the classified documents case against him in Florida and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says Russia and Ukraine are far from ending the war. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Temperatures will not only rival records over the interior West through this weekend, but the heat will pose dangers for those outdoors for long periods and those taking to the roads for holiday travel. Also, after carving a path of destruction and threatening lives in Jamaica at midweek, Hurricane Beryl's next stop will be in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula on Friday. AccuWeather meteorologists expect that steering breezes will then guide Beryl into the southwestern Gulf of Mexico this weekend before making another landfall in northeastern Mexico early next week with storm surge, flooding downpours and strong winds. AccuWeather Daily brings you the top trending weather story of the day - every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on America in the Morning   Presidential Debate Fallout Continues  President Biden continues to hear the calls for him to step aside following last week's debate, and this coming week could be among the most pivotal of his Oval Office tenure. John Stolnis has more from Washington  Multiple July 4th Shootings  At least 4 people across the country have been killed in July 4th shootings. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.    Biden Calls Netanyahu  The Israeli Prime Minister spoke with President Biden on America's Independence Day. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the details.  National Forecast  Beryl remains a formidable storm as it approaches the Yucatan Peninsula. It is scheduled to reach South Texas by Sunday night. Meteorologist La Troy Thornton has your national forecast.  Wildfire Evacuation Order Relaxed  According to Butte County public information officer Kristi Olio, the vast majority of the 17,000 people who had to evacuate from their Northern California homes because of the Thompson fire are now able to return.  New Hot Dog Eating Champion Crowned  A New hot dog-eating champion has been crowned at Coney Island. Correspondent Jackie Quinn has details.  Business News  Wall Street is back at it after the 4th of July Holiday. Jessica Ettinger has a look at your Friday business.  Saks 5th Avenue to Buy Neiman Marcus  The company behind Saks 5th Avenue has announced it plans to buy another high-end shopping giant. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.  American Takes a Dip in the Siene  An American in Paris took a risky dip into the Siene River ahead of the Summer Olympics. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.  Scientists Make Discovery in Termite Mound  Scientists have made a surprising discovery about Termite mounds in South Africa. Correspondent Donna Warder has more.    Hurricane Beryl Bearing Down on Mexico  Hurricane Beryl is churning toward the Yucatan Peninsula as a Category 2 storm after pummeling parts of Jamaica. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest.  SCOTUS Immunity Ruling Has Ripple Effect  The Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity is starting to have an effect on President Trump's legal woes. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.  Armed Man Killed Inside Yellowstone  An armed person who was making unspecified threats at Yellowstone National Park died and a park ranger was hospitalized following an exchange of gunfire Thursday, authorities said.  Hezbollah Launches Missiles At Israel  Hezbollah is ramping up its attacks on Israel after one of its senior commanders was killed in an Israeli strike. Correspondent Naeun Kim reports.  Former Brazillian President Indicted  According to inside sources, former Brazilian president Jair Bolsanaro is being indicted by police for alleged money laundering and criminal association.  U.S. Citizen Receives Prison Sentence in Russia  A U.S. citizen in Russia has received a lengthy prison sentence. Correspondent Jackie Quinn has details.    French Public Official Attacked  A public official in France was attacked just days before a decisive election. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.    Scientists Create New Camera Lens  Scientists have created a new camera lens that closely resembles how the human eye processes information, which could go a long way to help self-driving cars and robots navigate more easily. Chuck Palm has the story in today's tech report.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hurricane Beryl weakened to a Category 2 storm as it moved past the Cayman Islands. Beryl is expected to cause storm surges and heavy rain across Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and the U.S. Gulf Coast this weekend. Exit polls from parliamentary elections in the UK show the Conservative Party losing power after a 14-year rule. Labour Party leader Keir Starmer is expected to replace Rishi Sunak as prime minister. Russian President Vladimir Putin said he takes former President Donald Trump's proposal for peace in Ukraine seriously. This came as Mr. Putin met with the leaders of China and Iran at a regional summit, and touted their close relations. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

Hurricane Beryl weakened to a Category 2 storm as it moved past the Cayman Islands. Beryl is expected to cause storm surges and heavy rain across Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and the U.S. Gulf Coast this weekend.Exit polls from parliamentary elections in the UK show the Conservative Party losing power after a 14-year rule. Labour Party leader Keir Starmer is expected to replace Rishi Sunak as prime minister.Russian President Vladimir Putin said he takes former President Donald Trump's proposal for peace in Ukraine seriously. This came as Mr. Putin met with the leaders of China and Iran at a regional summit, and touted their close relations.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Jeff Landset discuss Hurricane Beryl, plus more on elections in Iran and France, officials from the Philippines and Japan meeting in Manila and a NATO summit in Washington, D.C.Subscribe to the show: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and many more. These stories and others are also available in our free weekly Forecast newsletter.This episode was produced with work from Factal editors Jeff Landset, Agnese Boffan, Owen Bonertz, Hua Hsieh and David Wyllie. Produced and edited by Jimmy Lovaas. Music courtesy of Andrew Gospe. Have feedback, suggestions or events we've missed? Drop us a note: hello@factal.comWhat's Factal? Created by the founders of Breaking News, Factal alerts companies to global incidents that pose an immediate risk to their people or business operations. We provide trusted verification, precise incident mapping and a collaboration platform for corporate security, travel safety and emergency management teams. If you're a company interested in a trial, please email sales@factal.com. To learn more, visit Factal.com, browse the Factal blog or email us at hello@factal.com.Read the full episode description and transcript on Factal's blog.Copyright © 2024 Factal. All rights reserved.

Illinois' 988 crisis hotline 'ineffective;' Biden tells allies he knows he has only days to salvage candidacy; Hurricane Beryl aims for the Yucatan Peninsula; Federal judge blocks Montana logging project, protects iconic hawk.

The Manhattan district attorney's office said on Tuesday it is open to delaying former President Donald Trump's sentencing in the New York criminal trial, which is currently scheduled for July 11. The announcement came in the wake of Monday's Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity. A stampede among thousands of people at a religious gathering in northern India has killed at least 105 and left scores injured. Initial reports suggested that over 15,000 people had gathered for the event, which had permission to host about 5,000. Hurricane Beryl strengthened into a Category 5 storm as it roared through the Caribbean islands. It is forecasted to pass near or over Jamaica early Wednesday, near the Cayman Islands on Thursday, and into Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula on Friday. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

The Manhattan District Attorney's office said on Tuesday it is open to delaying former President Donald Trump's sentencing in the New York criminal trial, which is currently scheduled for July 11. The announcement came in the wake of Monday's Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity. A stampede among thousands of people at a religious gathering in northern India has killed at least 105 and left scores injured. Initial reports suggested that over 15,000 people had gathered for the event, which had permission to host about 5,000.Hurricane Beryl strengthened into a Category 5 storm as it roars through the Caribbean islands. It is forecasted to pass near or over Jamaica early Wednesday, near the Cayman Islands on Thursday and into Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula on Friday.

Where did the events in the Book of Mormon likely take place? In this episode of Religion Today, host Martin Tanner presents some of the latest evidence from geography, archaeology, LiDar scans, population studies, geology, volcanoloy,  and linguistics, which points to Central America, from southern Mexico to Guatemala on the Yucatan Peninsula, as the likely location for the Jaradite civilation, and the Nephite civilation.

Beneath the limestone surface of Mexico's Yucatan peninsula, the construction of a new train system is destroying ancient caves. AP correspondent Jennifer King has more.

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast Mark is Joined by Kevin Burmeister. Kevin and Mark were recently in the jungle of the Yucatan Peninsula hunting Brocket deer and other jungle species with Balam Outfitters. This was Kevin's first time in the jungle. Not knowing what to expect, the food, the hunting and accommodations exceeded his expectations. It is truly an experience that is unmatched. Enjoy Your Journey!  Book a Trip in the Jungle at Balam Outfitters - https://balamoutfitters.com/ Partners and Promo Codes in this Episode Dominate the Skies with a Benelli Shotgun - benelliusa.com Get a Free Pair of Socks at Meindl USA with the Purchase of a Pair of Boots Use promo code "MPJourney" - meindlusa.com Start a WTA Tags Portfolio or Book The Adventure of a Lifetime at - worldwidetrophyadventures.com Follow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markvpeterson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkPeterson. TikTok: tiktok.com/@markvpeterson Web: http://markvpeterson.com/ This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're chatting with Miguel about one of the most delicious cuisines around! Miguel shares his experiences traveling in Mexico and exploring its rich culinary diversity. He discusses the distinct cuisines of northern and southern Mexico, highlighting favorites like carne asada in Monterrey and cochinita pibil in the Yucatan Peninsula. Miguel also talks about his immersion in indigenous communities, where he learns about their traditional foods and languages. He emphasizes the importance of preserving indigenous heritage and cultural diversity in Mexican cuisine. Connect with Miguel via his website and social channels and check out his book, The Embrace of Silence - which we'll talk more next week! Website: ramblingandroving.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@ramblingandroving Instagram: @ramblingandroving Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ramblingandroving/ ***Looking to experience the flavors we've explored firsthand?  Skip the stress of travel planning and work with a trusted professional to take care of all of that for you!   Travel Trails specializes in crafting unforgettable travel experiences tailored to your taste for adventure.  Don't miss out on tasting these delicious dishes because you don't have the time to plan.  Visit https://travel-trails.com/ to learn more and follow  @TastyTrailsTravelPod and @Travel.Trails___ on Instagram to stay up to date on episodes and all things food & travel

In this episode, Trent and Jeni embark on a magical journey to explore areas of Disney World that could benefit from enhancements and updates. The show kicks off with Dinoland USA at Disney's Animal Kingdom, signaling anticipated changes and an expansion inspired by the Yucatan Peninsula. Discussion moves to other iconic attractions such as Carousel of Progress and Tomorrowland's Space Mountain, suggesting modern upgrades for these classics. They advocate for maintaining nostalgia while integrating new elements, like Peter Pan's Flight incorporating interactive features. The conversation includes potential concept ideas for Tomorrowland attrractions, reimagining Peter Pan's Flight, and reviving the Enchanted Tiki Room with current and culturally relevant elements like Moana. The pair argue for balancing tradition with innovation, ensuring Disney World remains a place where past and future collide to create unforgettable experiences. Their dialogue reflects a deep appreciation for Disney's heritage and a forward-thinking vision for its evolution. More information about the podcast can be found at disneydnapodcast.com Contact us: https://www.disneydnapodcast.com/contact/ Please also connect with us here: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/disneydnapodcast

Celebrate April the National Garden Month with gardening tips. Discover the thrill of adventures from Spring Turkey hunting to the April fishing forecast to why attend the World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale. Join hosts Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' and Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt with The Bend Radio Show & Podcast, your news outlet for the latest in the Outdoors & Western Lifestyle!   Episode 179 Details   Celebrate National Garden Month: Tips For Successful Gardening Discover the wonders of gardening as April is National Garden Month! From reducing stress to providing fresh, nutritious produce, gardening offers a multitude of benefits for physical, mental, and environmental well-being. Learn tips for gardening success. Whether you're starting small or expanding your green space, there's no better time to get involved in this rewarding activity. Gardening isn't just about pretty flowers; it offers a plethora of health perks. Research shows it can reduce stress, boost mood, and provide low-impact exercise. Plus, there's nothing quite like the taste of homegrown produce. Fresh fruits and veggies straight from the garden are not only flavorful but also packed with nutrients. Even with limited space, everyone can enjoy gardening. Consider utilizing flower beds, raised beds, and even a friend's land if you do not have a backyard. It's all about making the most of what you have. Environmentally, Gardening has many benefits from absorbing carbon dioxide to providing habitats for pollinators like bees and butterflies. Whether you have a backyard or just a balcony, there are endless ways to get involved and start spring planting.  Gardening Tips Start small, choose the right plants, and plan ahead for a successful garden. Choose the right plants. Factors to consider: sunlight time, soil type and the climate zone for planting. Understand Plants. Depending on your climate zone, length of growing season and the sunlight will all be instrumental factors in the vegetables, fruits or flowers that are planted. Tools. Gardening does not have to be expensive, but to ensure that you have a positive experience, invest in the right tools that will make it easier and more enjoyable. For questions directly about your area's growing conditions and for possible workshops, contact your local agriculture extension office. Agriculture Extension offices are a terrific resource and offer free insight.   Reel in the Action: April Fishing Forecast As the temperatures rise and spring blooms in April, it's time to hit the water and reel in some excitement! Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, The Bend Show has the lowdown on the fish that are running and where to find them.   Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit – Known as “the triple threat”, Tarpon, Bonefish & Permit are cruising the coasts of Florida. Get ready for some action-packed fishing in the Sunshine State!   Red Drum (or 'Reds') - Red Drum are making their move along the Gulf Coast, from Texas to the estuaries. Don't miss out on this popular April catch!   Sailfish - Sailfish enthusiasts, listen up! Head to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula or Florida's east coast for some thrilling sailfish action.   Marlin - Dreaming of landing a Marlin, April is your month! From the Caribbean to Costa Rica, the Marlin season is in full swing.   Salmon - Looking for some freshwater action? Lake Michigan is thawing out, offering fantastic Salmon and Trout fishing opportunities. As of April 1st, Coho Salmon are hot now with Steelhead and Rainbow Trout to join the pace towards month end.   Striped Bass - In the Northeast part of the country, near Maryland and New Jersey, be chasing after the striped bass.   Mahi-Mahi -  In April, Mahi-Mahi, also known as Dolphin fish, are a sought-after catch for anglers. Found near the shores in Hawaii and in the Gulf Stream through Florida's Keys, they provide exciting opportunities for fishing enthusiasts. Get ready to reel in these prized fish during your next fishing adventure!   With so many fish in the sea, lakes, and rivers, April is the perfect time to cast your line and reel in some memories. Get ready for an unforgettable fishing adventure!   April Hunting Adventures: Spring Turkey Season April is prime time for hunting enthusiasts, with the Spring Turkey season taking center stage. Hunters across the United States are gearing up for the thrill of the chase. Stay updated on which states are opening their seasons, zones and when by visiting this link to the National Wild Turkey Federation's site, providing all the essential details you need for a successful hunt. Don't miss out on the excitement of April outdoor adventures!   Western Action: The World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale Step into the heart of cowboy country, Montana, and witness the excitement of the World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale! Held annually on the third full weekend in May, this event showcases some of the finest bucking stock in North America. Expect to see the top 30 World Saddle Bronc riders in the PRCA and the up & coming rookies compete in thrilling events. There are rodeos but then there is an event like this that sets the stage for the Western World - the legendary World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale in Montana. Enjoy live music, a western vendor & craft show and horse racing too, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss your chance to experience the tradition and excitement of the World Famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale – get your tickets now! 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Thanks to Ari for suggesting this week's episode, about the peacock! Further reading: Peacock tail feathers shake at resonance and hold eye-spots still during courtship displays Indian peafowls' crests are tuned to frequencies also used in social displays An ocellated turkey (not a peacock but related): An Indian peacock male: An Indian peahen with chicks [photo from this site]: Close-up of a male Indian peacock's crest [photo by Jatin Sindhu - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49736186]: A male Indian peacock with train on display [photo by Thimindu Goonatillake from Colombo, Sri Lanka - Peacock Dance, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=19395087]: A green peacock [photo from this site]: The mysterious Congo peacock [photo by Terese Hart, taken from this site]: Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. This week we're going to talk about a beautiful bird that almost everyone has seen pictures of, and a lot of people might have seen in zoos and parks. It's a suggestion by Ari, who wants to learn about the peacock! The name peacock is technically only used for the male bird, with the female called a peahen and the birds all together referred to as peafowl. Most people just say peacocks, though, because the male peacock has such a fabulous tail that it's what people think of when they think of peafowl. I'm happy to report that baby peafowl are called peachicks. The peacock most people are familiar with is native to India, specifically called the Indian peafowl. It's a surprisingly large bird, with a big male weighing more than 13 lbs, or 6 kg. Females are smaller. It's the size of a wild turkey and in fact it's related to the turkey, along with pheasants, partridges, and chickens. Back in episode 144 we talked about a bird called the ocellated turkey, a brightly colored turkey that lives in the Yucatan Peninsula, which is part of Mexico. The male's tail feathers have the same type of colorful eyespots seen on a peacock's tail. But the peacock's tail is way bigger than any turkey's tail. It's called a train and most of the time it's folded so that it's not in the way. A big male can grow a train that's much longer than the rest of his body, more than five feet long, or 1.5 meters. Most of the train's elongated feathers end in a colorful eye-spot, around 200 of them in total. The eyespot pattern really does resemble a big eye, with a dark blue spot in the middle surrounded by a ring of blue-green and a bigger ring of bronze. The bronze color is surrounded by pale green and the rest of the feather is a darker green. As far as we know, the eyespots aren't supposed to look like eyes the way some animal markings are. A leopard or other predator doesn't attack the tail thinking it's a peacock's head. It's just a pattern. For a long time scientists were divided as to what the peacock's train was really used for. Not everyone thought it was for showing off for peahens. Some thought it was just for camouflage in the jungle. The main confusion was why the peacock would grow such a long, conspicuous train, which can be a hindrance to him in thick undergrowth and can attract the attention of predators. But many male birds have long, ornamental tails that may impede their mobility, such as various bird of paradise species, that are definitely meant to show off for females. This appears to be the case for the peacock too. During mating season, male peacocks gather at what's called a lekking site, where they hang out waiting for females. When a female approaches a male, he spreads his train into a fan and shivers it, which rattles the feathers together and also shows off the iridescent colors. The male struts around, showing off his tail, and the female may ignore him completely or take a good look at his tail. In studies where scientists snipped all the eyespot...

Episode 258 - Travel writer Jimmy Thomson recently rode Mexico's controversial new train, The Tren Maya, which services the Yucatan Peninsula. Why is this train so controversial? Is it a game changer? And is now the time to ride it? All answered this week in Travel with HawkeyeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Olivia gives her review of the documentary El Tren y La Península, by Sky Richards and Andreas Kruger Foncerrado from Mexico! Released in 2023, this documentary is about the controversy of building the “Maya Train” through the Yucatan Peninsula and Mayan territory. Olivia discusses the beautiful contrasting shots, very effective use of sound, and the exploitation of Mayan culture for tourism. 

Episode 604: Andrew went to Florida, Brett and Gabriela went the Mexico, Puke went to PS5. We discuss the sights, sounds, and adventures of travel abroad. Brett gets attacked. Andrew buys a hat. Troubles with banks. Taco Bell in Iraq. Finally, we try weird candies from the Yucatan Peninsula.

From the BBC World Service: China has announced sanctions against five American arms manufacturers over weapons sales to Taiwan.The move comes just ahead of this weekend’s Taiwanese elections. Also, trains are starting to run on Mexico's new multibillion-dollar train network, known as Tren Maya. It's projected to bring 2 million more tourists a year to the impoverished Yucatan Peninsula, but critics say it's an environmental catastrophe.

From the BBC World Service: China has announced sanctions against five American arms manufacturers over weapons sales to Taiwan.The move comes just ahead of this weekend’s Taiwanese elections. Also, trains are starting to run on Mexico's new multibillion-dollar train network, known as Tren Maya. It's projected to bring 2 million more tourists a year to the impoverished Yucatan Peninsula, but critics say it's an environmental catastrophe.

Mindy and Guy Raz are getting to the bottom of what happened to all the dinosaurs on their trip to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, when they discover they've traveled back in time 66 million years! What will they discover about the meteoric event that altered life on this planet forever?! It's the Who, What, When, Where, How, and WOW of dinosaurs!! Originally aired 3/7/22.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.