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Mrs. Orcutt's Desert Homestead: Newberry Springs’ History Uncovered
March 28, 2026

Mrs. Orcutt's Desert Homestead: Newberry Springs’ History Uncovered

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s show, we're immersed in the fascinating history of Newberry Springs with community leaders from the Newberry Springs Economic Development Association - Historical Committee, Paul Deel, and Brian Fisher. Together, they share the …

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Newberry Springs Route 66 Centennial: Historic Preservation and Geocaching Adventures
March 26, 2026

Newberry Springs Route 66 Centennial: Historic Preservation and Geoca…

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we're joined by local community leader, Brian Fisher—affectionately known as Mr. Geocache—to explore the hidden stories and adventures of Newberry Springs, California. Tune in as Brian recounts his journey to this quiet desert community, …

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Birding to Change the World: Warner Park, Wetlands, and Social Justice
March 24, 2026

Birding to Change the World: Warner Park, Wetlands, and Social Justice

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we're chatting with Dr. Trish O'Kane, an environmental educator, action researcher, and author of the inspiring memoir, Birding to Change the World. Trish shares her remarkable journey—from investigative journalism and human rights …

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Celebrating Route 66 Centennial and Community Spirit in Newberry Springs
March 21, 2026

Celebrating Route 66 Centennial and Community Spirit in Newberry Spri…

On this episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we're continuing our series with Newberry Springs, California, a unique community nestled along the historic Route 66. We're speaking with locals and community leaders like Ton Forbes, an energetic force behind the Route 66 Centennial planning commit…

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The Barn in Newberry Springs: A Gathering Place to Celebrate History and Community Spirit
March 19, 2026

The Barn in Newberry Springs: A Gathering Place to Celebrate History …

Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this special episode, we're visiting the iconic Barn in Newberry Springs, California, for a heartfelt conversation with Renee Kaminski, owner of The Barn and president of the Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce. Known for her infectious energy and d…

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Navigating the World Alcohol-Free: Sober Travel Tips From an Outdoor Enthusiast
March 17, 2026

Navigating the World Alcohol-Free: Sober Travel Tips From an Outdoor …

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! In this episode, we're chatting with travel writer, outdoor enthusiast, and author Teresa Bergen. Teresa, a longtime sober traveler and advocate, shares her passion for exploring the world alcohol-free and discusses her newly published "Sober Travel …

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Revitalizing Newberry Springs: Community Passion on Route 66
March 14, 2026

Revitalizing Newberry Springs: Community Passion on Route 66

Revitalizing Newberry Springs: Community Passion on Route 66 Welcome back for another segment of the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this special episode, host Howard Fox sets the scene in the stunning landscapes of Newberry Spr...

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The People You Meet: A Southeast Asia Memoir by Melissa Rodway
March 12, 2026

The People You Meet: A Southeast Asia Memoir by Melissa Rodway

Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s conversation, we're chatting with travel writer Melissa Rodway, author of the memoir “The People You Meet: Luxury, Leeches, Love, and Lao Lao." Tune in as Melissa shares captivating stories from her adventurous four-month j…

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The Bougie Relocation Blueprint: Building a Global Life Abroad With Sable Ryan
March 10, 2026

The Bougie Relocation Blueprint: Building a Global Life Abroad With S…

The Outdoor Adventure Series welcomes Sable Ryan, relocation and lifestyle strategist and founder of Your Elevated Experiences. Sable shares her inspiring story of embracing bold lifestyle transitions—how a pivotal career shi...

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Desert to Oasis on the Mother Road: Keller Horton’s Permaculture Vision in Newberry Springs
March 7, 2026

Desert to Oasis on the Mother Road: Keller Horton’s Permaculture Visi…

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. We're continuing on our journey through the Newberry Springs area of California—specifically, right into the heart of a thriving pistachio grove. Our guest is Dr. Keller Horton, a certified permaculture designer and passionate advocate for…

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Ascending America: Adventure, Advocacy, and Peaks—Matt Harmody’s Mission to Inspire Living Kidney Donation
March 5, 2026

Ascending America: Adventure, Advocacy, and Peaks—Matt Harmody’s Miss…

Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, host Howard Fox sits down with Dr. Matt Harmody, a retired ER physician, mountaineer, endurance athlete, and author of Ascending America. Together, they delve into Dr. Harmody’s extraordinary journey—from long-distance running and ad…

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Destination Morocco: Curating Unique Moroccan Experiences with Azdean Elmoustaquim
March 3, 2026

Destination Morocco: Curating Unique Moroccan Experiences with Azdean…

Welcome to another engaging episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we’re thrilled to introduce Azdean Elmoustaquim, co-owner of Destination Morocco and host of the Destination Morocco podcast. Join Howard Fox and Azdean Elmoustaquim as they dive into the vibrant culture, mouthwatering cuis…

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Mapping Newberry Springs: Local Stories, History, and the Route 66 Centennial Celebration
Feb. 27, 2026

Mapping Newberry Springs: Local Stories, History, and the Route 66 Ce…

Mapping Newberry Springs: Local Stories, History, and the Route 66 Centennial Celebration with Paul & Paula Deel.On today's episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we’re exploring the heart and history of Newberry Springs, California, as we kick off celebrations for the 100th anniversary of th…

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The Art of Bird Love: Understanding Behavior and Conservation Through the Lens of Wenfei Tong
Feb. 26, 2026

The Art of Bird Love: Understanding Behavior and Conservation Through…

Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we're joined by Dr. Wenfei Tong, a conservationist, wildlife biologist, writer, nature photographer, artist, and educator. Wenfei holds a PhD in evolutionary biology from Harvard University and serves as the science editor at C…

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Route 66 Centennial: Newberry Springs Bagdad Cafe - Magic, Memories, and Community
Feb. 25, 2026

Route 66 Centennial: Newberry Springs Bagdad Cafe - Magic, Memories, …

Route 66 Centennial: Newberry Springs Bagdad Cafe - Magic, Memories, and Community.In this episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series podcast! We're back at the iconic Bagdad Café in Newberry Springs, California, right off the historic Route 66—also known as the Mother Road—celebrating its 100th a…

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Visit Lake Tahoe: Four-Season Playground, Outdoor Adventures, Events, and Sustainability Initiatives
Feb. 24, 2026

Visit Lake Tahoe: Four-Season Playground, Outdoor Adventures, Events,…

Visit Lake Tahoe: Four-Season Playground, Outdoor Adventures, Events, and Sustainability Initiatives. Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, where we dive into the people, places, and organizations committed to making the outdoors accessible, enjoyable, and sustainable. In this…

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Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Café Interview with Mark Bradley
Feb. 23, 2026

Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Café Interview with Mark Bradley

Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Café Interview with Mark Bradley. Remembering ‘desert icon’ Andrea Pruett. In this heartfelt episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series, we're back in Newberry Springs, California, for a very special conversation inside the iconic Bagdad Café. Joined by Mark Bradley, a long…

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Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Café Interview with John Wease
Feb. 21, 2026

Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Café Interview with John Wease

Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Cafe Interview with John Wease. Discovering Newberry Springs - Community,  Jam-Making, Festivals, and Desert Life.Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. In this episode, recorded from the Historic Bagdad Café in Newberry Springs, California,…

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Route 66 Centennial: Interview with Jim Conkle at The Bagdad Café
Feb. 20, 2026

Route 66 Centennial: Interview with Jim Conkle at The Bagdad Café

Welcome to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this special episode, host Howard Fox takes us on a journey to Newberry Springs, California, home of the legendary Bagdad Café and a true gem along historic Route 66. Recording from the heart of the Mother Road, Howard Fox sits down with Jim Conkle—affect…

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Madagascar Adventure: Culinary Riches with Emmanuel Laroche
Feb. 17, 2026

Madagascar Adventure: Culinary Riches with Emmanuel Laroche

Madagascar Adventure: Culinary Riches with Emmanuel LarocheWelcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we’re exploring the intersection of food, travel, and the great outdoors with our guest, Emmanuel Laroche—a food and travel writer, host of the Flavors Unknown podcast, …

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Destination Lewisporte: Trails, Festivals, and Hospitality for All Seasons
Feb. 12, 2026

Destination Lewisporte: Trails, Festivals, and Hospitality for All Se…

Welcome to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we welcome back Cody Johnston, CEO and content creator for the Weird Canadian podcast, and now the Tourism Coordinator for the town of Lewisporte, Newfoundlan...

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Lake County Oregon Frontier: Dark Skies, Wild Adventures, and Hidden Magic
Feb. 10, 2026

Lake County Oregon Frontier: Dark Skies, Wild Adventures, and Hidden …

Lake County, Oregon Frontier Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we sit down with Shelley Batty, Director of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce in Oregon. Lake County is home to the world's larg...

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Rails, Trails, and the New Adventure Hub: Exploring Boulder City
Feb. 3, 2026

Rails, Trails, and the New Adventure Hub: Exploring Boulder City

Rails, Trails, and the New Adventure Hub: Exploring Boulder City. Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In this episode, our Host, Howard Fox, caught up with Jill Lagan, CEO of the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce and host of the Best Dam Podcast. Together, they dive into the exciting d…

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Experience Reno-Tahoe Territory: Outdoor Recreation, Film Tourism, and Regional Collaboration
Jan. 27, 2026

Experience Reno-Tahoe Territory: Outdoor Recreation, Film Tourism, an…

The Outdoor Adventure Series welcomes Lydia Beck, the Communications Chair for Reno-Tahoe Territory and Marketing & PR Manager for Visit Carson City. Together, they dive into the vibrant, collaborative world of the Reno-Tahoe...

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