The Explorers Podcast
The Explorers Podcast is about the greatest explorers and explorations in history. Each episode delves into the lives and adventures of famous explorers, from ancient times to the modern era. The podcast aims to educate and inspire listeners with tales of discovery and courage.
Episodes
Walter Raleigh - Part 2 - Virginia Colony and the growing Spanish threat
In part 2 of our series, Raleigh rises up at the court of Queen Elizabeth. He also begins series of expeditions to North America - to try and establish the first permanent English settlement in the New World. While all that happens, the military might of King Phillip and Spain looms on the horizon.
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Walter Raleigh - Part 1 - soldier, privateer, and courtier
Walter Raleigh would be one of the most recognizable person of the Elizabethan era. He was a soldier, explorer, adventurer, writer, poet and favorite of Queen Elizabeth. In part one of our story, we look at his humble beginnings, including his time as a solder in France and Ireland, a stint as a privateer, and finally a fixture in the cutthroat world of Queen Elizabeth's court.
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Stephen Bishop and the Exploration of Mammoth Cave
In the mid-1800s, Stephen Bishop - a slave - would emerge as one of the greatest cavers in history due to his explorations of Mammoth Cave - the world's most extensive cave system. Despite his status as an enslaved person, he became famous in his lifetime as a daring, fearless, intelligent, and engaging guide and explorer.
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Heinrich Barth - Part 7 - Journey home and later years
In the final part of our series, Barth crosses the Sahara a second time - this on his way home - ending his epic 5+ year journey through Central Africa. We then look at Barth's efforts to find recognition amongst his peers - as well as put together his massive book on his travels.
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Heinrich Barth - Part 6 - Sheikh Ahmad al-Bakkay al-Kunti and Timbuktu
Barth has reached the legendary city of Timbuktu. But now he is trapped - as local rulers set out to capture - or kill - the Christian who has dared to come to their lands. But Barth forms a unique friendship with Sheikh Ahmad al-Bakkay al-Kunti - who protects our explorer. Then, after nearly nine months - he finally will set off for Bornu - only to find that everyone believes him to be dead. Thus
Heinrich Barth - Part 5 - The long road to Timbuktu
After the death of his fellow scientist, Heinrich Barth - now alone - heads off on his most audacious journey yet - a 1,500 miles trek across war-torn Central Africa to the legendary city of Timbuktu.
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Heinrich Barth - Part 4 - Kingdoms of Africa
In part 4 of our series, Heinrich Barth travels throughout central Africa, visiting the kingdoms of Adamawa, Bagirmi, Mandara and Musgu - many never before visited by a white man. He will ride with notorious Arab bandits, see devastating slave raids, discover the secrets of a great river, and escape death on numerous occasions.
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Heinrich Barth - Part 3 - Into the heart of Central Africa
In part 3 of our series, Heinrich Barth, traveling alone, becomes to first European to visit the legendary city of Agadez. He then journeys into the heart of Central Africa, going to the cities of Katsina, Kano, and Kukawa. But war will rage throughout the kingdom of Bornu, and a year of hard living will claim one of the members of the expedition.
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Heinrich Barth - Part 2 - Across the Sahara
In part 2 of our series, Heinrich Barth sets out from Tripoli in an attempt to cross the deadly Sahara desert. He will find ancient ruins and mysterious artifacts; face deadly desert bandits, sandstorms, and an unforgiving sacred mountain that will nearly claim his life.
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Heinrich Barth - Part 1 - Africa Calls
In part one of our series, German explorer Heinrich Barth cuts his teeth learning from some of the great scientists of the age - including the famed Alexander von Humboldt. He survives (barely) an attack by bandits in Northern Africa and conducts a journey through frontiers of three continents, before setting out on an epic expedition that will lead him across the Sahara Desert and into heart of u
Neptune's Fortune - An interview with author Julian Sancton
This is the story of the world's most valuable sunken treasure galleon - the San José - lost off the coast of Colombia in 1708. "Neptune's Gold: The Billion-Dollar Shipwreck and the Ghosts of the Spanish Empire" recounts the events surrounding the sinking of the vessel - and then 300+ years of searching to find the $1 billion in gold and silver that was lost in the wreck. This includes a cast of c
Juan Ponce de León - Part 2 - Explorer
Ponce de León's goes from conquistador to explorer in the second part of our series. This time, he conducts two expeditions of exploration in search of the island of Beniny - which turns out to be Florida. We also talk about Ponce de León's connection to the Fountain of Youth.
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Juan Ponce de León - Part 1 - Conquistador
In part one of our story, we look at Ponce de León's life as a conquistador - including his part in the subjugation of Hispaniola, then his exploration, conquest, and settlement of Puerto Rico, and finally his preparations to find the mysterious island of Beniny - aka - Florida.
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Semyon Dezhnev and the exploration of Siberia
In 1648, a Russian expedition with seven boats and 90 men set out on the Arctic Ocean – above Siberia – to find rich lands to the east. The expedition would – in time – be led by Semyon Dezhnev – a Cossack. The Russians would be nearly killed due to storms, starvation, disease and hostile natives. But Dezhnev would survive – and go on to the first European to pass through the Bering Strait. He the
Monet Izabeth - the first American woman to ski solo, and unsupported, to the South Pole
In January of 2026, Monet Izabeth completed a 57-day expedition in Antarctica, becoming the first American woman to ski solo, and unsupported, to the South Pole. In this episode, we interview her, and find out about her journey to not only reach the South Pole - but all the challenges leading up to expedition.
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Robert Falcon Scott - Part 7 - The Terra Nova Expedition - The Journey Home
In the final part in our series, Scott and his team set off for their base - disappointed at being beaten to the South Pole by Roald Amundsen and the Norwegians. The result will be a tragedy of epic proportions. We will wrap up by discussing Scott's legacy - and how it had evolved over the last 100 years.
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Robert Falcon Scott - Part 6 - The Terra Nova Expedition - Race to the Pole
Scott sets out for the South Pole in November of 1911 - trying to attempting the Norwegian team under Roald Amundsen.
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Robert Falcon Scott - Part 5 - The Terra Nova Expedition
Scott slowly prepares for a return to Antarctica - but rivals abound - including the Americans, Swedes, Japanese, Germans and French. But the greatest challenger - Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen - is unknown until the last minute - setting up a dramatic race for the South Pole.
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Robert Falcon Scott - Part 4 - The Discovery Expedition and Fame
Scott makes a record-setting excursion through the Transantarctic Mountains to cap off his historic Discovery expedition. He then returns to Great Britain a national hero. But as others - including Ernest Shackleton - make noise about making a go at the South Pole, Scott begins to plot his own return.
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Robert Falcon Scott - Part 3 - The Discovery Expedition - Farthest South
In this episode, Scott - along with Dr. Edward Wilson and Ernest Shackleton - sets out across the Great Ice Barrier to make a farthest south record - and possibly reach the South Pole.
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Robert Falcon Scott - Part 2 - The Discovery Expedition
In part 2 of our series, Scott leads the Discovery to Antarctica. The expedition will explore the area around McMurdo Sound, as well as the Great Ice Barrier. There will be adventures and discoveries as well. Then, in the winter of 1902, Scott will plan an journey into the continent's interior - which could lead to a go at the South Pole.
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Robert Falcon Scott - Part 1
In part 1 of our series, we look at the early life of Robert Falcon Scott - including his naval career. We also discuss the state of exploration regarding Antarctica - the last unexplored continent in the world. We then go through Scott's appointment - through the influence of Sir Clements Markham - to head the upcoming British National Antarctic Expedition - better known as the Discovery Expediti
The Polynesians
Around 1,000 AD, the Polynesians spread across the South Pacific like the tentacles of an octopus. Without metal or modern navigational tools, they sailed across thousands of miles of open ocean to find and colonize hundreds of islands, including Tahiti, New Zealand, Hawaii, Samoa, Easter Island and many others. They are some of the most extraordinary explorers in the history of the world - and th
Nero's Nile Expedition
In 61 AD, Roman Emperor Nero ordered an expedition up the Nile River - to explore the unknown lands to the south - and attempt to find the source of the mysterious river. This is the story of that expedition.
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The Vivaldi Brothers and the first attempt to sail from Europe to India via the Cape Route
In 1291, two Genoese brothers, Vandino and Ugolino Vivaldi, led the first known attempt to sail from Europe to India by going around the southern tip of Africa. The attempt - which failed - would generate rumors and speculation for hundreds of years.
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HMS Investigator and the Northwest Passage – Part 5 – A conversation with Hubert Sagnières
As a follow up to the Investigator series, we interviewed Hubert Sagnières - the author of "For Glory, Not Gold." We talk about a wide range of topics, including the Investigator, exploration in general, his inspirations, and plans for the future. It is a nice way to wrap up our series.
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HMS Investigator and the Northwest Passage – Part 4 – The Passage Conquered
Captain Robert McClure and the men of the Investigator work to complete their crossing of the Northwest Passage - albeit via three ships and two sledge journeys. Plus we look at the aftermath of the expedition - and its legacy.
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HMS Investigator and the Northwest Passage – Part 3 – Across the Passage
The HMS Investigator fights to survive two winters at Mercy Bay as the physical and mental health of the crew slowly starts to deteriorate. A desperate journey over the ice is planned - but the crew are saved by the arrival of men from the east - from the HMS Resolute.
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HMS Investigator and the Northwest Passage – Part 2 – The Parry Channel and Mercy Bay
In part 2 of our series, the HMS Investigator explores the areas around Banks Island and Victoria Island, before sailing into the Parry Channel - the eastern entrance to the Northwest Passage. They will end the year at Mercy Bay - a place the ship will never leave.
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HMS Investigator and the Northwest Passage – Part 1 – Into the Arctic
In part 1 of our series, we look at the history of the search for the Northwest Passage, and the Lost Franklin Expedition. We then follow Captain Robert McClure as he leads the Investigator into the Canadian Arctic Archipelago in 1850.
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Jim Bridger - Part 6 - Powder River Expedition, Red Cloud's War, and final years
In the final episode in our series on Bridger, we take the mountain man on his final western adventures - the Powder River Expedition, and Red Cloud's War. We then wrap up by talking about the final years of Bridger's life, and his legacy.
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Jim Bridger - Part 5 - The Utah War, Raynolds Expedition, Bridger Trail and the Telegraph
This episode covers some of the most dramatic changes of the west in Jim Bridger's life. This includes the Utah War, the coming of the telegraph, and several expeditions of exploration, including the establishment of the Bridger Trail to the goldfields of Montana.
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Jim Bridger - Part 4 - Brigham Young, the Mormons, and various expeditions
In this episode, we detail the growing conflict between Brigham Young and the United States government - and the effect it had on Bridger. We will also talk about Bridger's time as a guide for several expeditions - including his work with an American survey team heading into the mountains around the Yellowstone River.
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Jim Bridger - Part 3 - Go West!
In part 3 of our series, the 1840s will feature waves of people coming west - including settlers, miners and Mormons. Bridger will build that will later become a part of the Oregon Trail, and become a guide for those looking to forge new routes through the mountains.
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Jim Bridger - Part 2 - King of the Mountain Men
In part 2 of our series, we talk about the adventures Bridger had in his years as a trapper (1825-1840). We will also look at some of the people he encountered, and the places he visited. We will also discuss the changing fur industry, and how the west evolved during these years.
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Jim Bridger - Part 1 - Early Years and the Great Salt Lake
We talk about the early years of Bridger's life, including his path on becoming a veteran trapper and mountain man. This episode also includes Bridger's reaching of the Great Salt Lake - him being the first white man to ever reach the lake.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 8
In the final chapter of our saga we focus on another civil war in Peru - this between Gonzalo Pizarro and the Spanish Crown. We then detail the end of the Inca Empire.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 7
The Spanish continue to explore Peru and the lands beyond, while unhappy supporters of the late Diego de Almagro plot their revenge. It will mark a bloody end for many of our drama's characters.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 6
The rivalry comes to a head between Francisco Pizarro and Diego de Almagro at the Battle of Las Salinas. Meanwhile, the ever pesky Inca under Manco continue to be a thorn in the side of the Spanish, resulting in multiple campaigns to Vitcos and Vilcabamba.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 5
The siege of Cusco continues while an army of 50,000 bears down on Francisco Pizarro in Lima. Meanwhile, Manco Inca is forced to make a major decision when Diego de Almagro makes his long awaited return from his failed campaign in Chile.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 4
In part 4 of our series, Diego de Almagro heads south on his own expedition of conquest. Meanwhile, the treatment of the Inca people at the hands of the Spanish drives the young emperor, Manco, to plot rebellion - which leads to the Siege of Cusco.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 3
In this episode, the Inca Emperor, Atahualpa, offers Pizarro massive roomful of gold in exchange for his freedom. After that, it is on to Cusco - the empire's capital and its wealthiest city.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 2
Francisco Pizarro sets out to Peru with less than 200 men - looking to conquer the Inca Empire, which was embroiled in a civil war. We will detail his journey - as well as elements of the Inca Empire - and conclude with the meeting of Pizarro and the Inca Emperor - Atahualpa.
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 1
In the first episode in this series, we cover the early life of Pizarro, as well as his first two exploratory expeditions to South America and Peru - where he gets a glimpse of the wealth of the Inca. We wrap up with Pizarro going to Spain to get a license to conquer Peru and its people.
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Faxian and his travels through the Buddhist Kingdoms
In 399 AD, Faxian, a 62-year old Chinese monk set out for India. His goal was to find and copy sacred Buddhist scripts that were missing or falling apart in his homeland. The result would be an epic 13-year journey through 30 kingdoms. Faxian's account of his journey is one of the earliest and most complete of India in this time period.
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Sidi Mubarak Bombay - From History Dispatches
This is an ad-free, bonus episode from History Dispatches. Sidi Mubarak Bombay grew up a slave - taken from his home in Africa to India. But that didn't stop him from being one of the most accomplished explorers and travelers of Central Africa. Over a period of 20 years, Bombay traveled with some of the most famous African explorers, including Richard Francis Burton, Henry Morton Stanley, David Li
Samurai William Adams - Part 4
In the final chapter in our series on William Adams, we details the opening of Japan to the Dutch and English, as well as the final years of the man's remarkable life.
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Samurai William Adams - Part 3
English mariner William Adams continues to rise in prominence in the court of the new Shogun, Tokugawa Ieyasu. He will be so successful, he will become the first European to ever be granted the title of Hatamoto - or bannerman
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Drake's Brass Plate - Relic or Hoax? From History Dispatches
This is an Episode from History Dispatches, a new daily history show hosted by Explorers Podcast creator Matt Breen and his son, McKinley Breen. The show covers people, places, events and even objects from throughout history. The show offers short, fun and easily digestible bits of history goodness. History Dispatches comes out every weekday.
Drake's Brass Plate - Relic or Hoax?
In 1933, a small
Samurai William Adams - Part 2
English pilot William Adams has led his ship to Japan. But in this episode, he and his men - wracked by starvation and scurvy - must now negotiate the various powers of this exotic land. There are the Japanese warlords, the Portuguese, and the Jesuits, who all would like nothing more than to see Adams and his comrades executed. But there are other elements who have interest in the strangers - incl
Samurai William Adams - Part 1
In 1598, a fleet of five ships from the Dutch East India Company sailed to South America with the intention of plundering Spanish treasure ships on the western coast of the New World - before heading across the Pacific to Asia. One of those ships - with 24 men (out of nearly 500) - reached Japan nearly two years later, led by an English Pilot named William Adams. It is the unlikely start of a jour
Interview with Norwegian Polar Explorer Erling Kagge
In this episode, we have a conversation with Norwegian Polar Explorer Erling Kagge. Kagge is best known for being the first person to complete the Three Poles Challenge on foot. This means he reach the North Pole, South Pole and the top of Mount Everest without any assistance. Kagge has conducted numerous other expeditions, and is a writer and publisher. His new book, After the North Pole, is out
Roald Amundsen - Part 10 - Life, Death and Legacy
In the final episode in our series on Amundsen, the last viking sets out on one final polar adventure - an attempt to rescue a man he hated - Umberto Nobile - after his dirigible crashed in the Arctic. Amundsen would not return from the flight.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 9 - The Norge
In 1926, Roald Amundsen makes another attempt to cross the Arctic - this time in a dirigible - the Norge. The crossing will begin a rivalry with Italian airship designer Umberto Nobile - who designed the Norge and will serve as the ship's pilot for the legendary flight.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 8 - Flights of Fancy
In 1924 and 1925, Amundsen made two attempts to fly over the Arctic. One would be a humiliating disaster. The other would be a glorious disaster.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 7 - The Maud Expedition
Amundsen sets out in 1918 on his new ship, the Maud, to take part in polar drift. The hope is the drift will take the Maud all the way to the North Pole. Not much will go as planned.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 6 - Return from the South Pole
In part 6 of our series on Roald Amundsen, we wrap up the South Pole Expedition as Amundsen and his team goes from the South Pole to Framheim. From there, Amundsen heads to Australia to let the world know about his achievements. We also take a look at the fate of Robert Falcon Scott and the Terra Nova Expedition.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 5 - the South Pole (cont.)
Amundsen and his team survive the winter in Antarctica, then set out across the Ross Ice Shelf (aka the Great Ice Barrier), over the Transantarctic Mountains, and on to the South Pole. Will they be able to best Robert Falcon Scott and the Terra Nova team?
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Roald Amundsen - Part 4 - the South Pole
In 1910, Roald Amundsen and the Fram set off on what the world thought was an expedition to the Arctic. Instead, Amundsen sailed to Antarctica - his intention to make a run at the South Pole. It would set up a dramatic (and tragic) race for the pole with British explorers Robert Falcon Scott.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 3 - The Gjøa Expedition (cont.)
Roald Amundsen makes a go for the Magnetic North Pole, then looks to complete the Northwest Passage - something he had dreamed about since he was 15 years old.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 2 - The Gjøa Expedition
In the first part of this episode, Amundsen organizes an expedition to sail through the Northwest Passage - as well as locate the Magnetic North Pole. In the second part of the episode, we set out on his epic three year voyage to be the first person to ever sail the legendary passage.
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Roald Amundsen - Part 1 - Early life and the Belgica Expedition
In part one of our series, we look at the early life of Norwegian polar explorer Roald Amundsen. We then take him on his first great adventure - that as the third in command of the Belgica Expedition - the first expedition of the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. It will be a harrowing experience - but prepare Amundsen for bigger things.
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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 5
In the final part in this series, we look at the rest of the life of Bingham, the true nature of Machu Picchu, and the story of the artifacts taken from Peru by Bingham and Yale.
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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 4
In this part of our series, we wrap up the 1911 Yale Peruvian Expedition and look at the 1912, and 1914-15 Expeditions. Meanwhile, the fame of Bingham - and Machu Picchu - continues to grow.
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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 3
Hiram Bingham has found Machu Picchu. In this episode, he goes searching for the last Inca cities - Vitcos and Vilcabamba.
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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 2
In part 2 of our series, we follow the 1911 Yale Peruvian Expedition as they go searching for the last cities of the legendary Inca Empire. However, Hiram Bingham will find something entirely different - a place no one had yet documented - Machu Picchu.
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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 1
In part 1 of our series, we look at the Inca Empire, and the cities that would - in time - become 'lost' to the world. We then meet Hiram Bingham III - the man who will one day become the scientific 'discover' of Machu Picchu. We then take him on his first two expeditions to South America, including his documentation of the Choquequirao.
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Henry Hudson - Part 3 - the Northwest Passage
In the final episode of the Henry Hudson saga, Hudson goes looking for the Northwest Passage - and discovers Hudson Bay in the process. However, disgruntled crew will mutiny - making the ending of Hudson - and six other - a mystery that has never been solved.
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Henry Hudson - Part 2 - The Voyage of the Half Moon
In this episode, Henry Hudson accepts a job with the Dutch East India Company (VOC) to find a route to Asia over Russia - aka the Northeast Passage. Thwarted, he heads west - to the New World - and he proceeds to be the first European to map the area around New York and the Hudson River.
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Henry Hudson - Part 1 - the Northeast Passage
British explorer Henry Hudson goes searching for a new route to Asia. His first attempt it to go north - to the North Pole and over the top of the world. When that doesn't work, he goes east - over Russia and towards Novaya Zemlya.
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René Caillié and the Quest for Timbuktu - Part 3
In the final part of our series, Caillié has reached Timbuktu - but what will he find? Will it be the city of gold as described by earlier visitors? And now that he had reached his destination - he needs to return home. That means a brutal trek across the Sahara in a caravan.
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René Caillié and the Quest for Timbuktu - Part 2
Caillié begins his audacious trek to reach the legendary city of Timbuktu. Disguised as an Arab trying to reach his home in the Middle, he will travel with various caravans into the heart of West Africa - aiming to become the first person to reach Timbuktu - and return alive.
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René Caillié and the Quest for Timbuktu - Part 1
In 1827, French explorer René Caillié set out to become the first European to reach the fabled city of Timbuktu - and return alive. In the first part of our story, we learn about the history of Timbuktu, the Niger River, and West Africa. We then look at the early years of Caillié's life - growing up in poverty without parents - and his first excursions to Africa beginning at age 16. And then, in 1
Daniel Boone - Part 5 - Missouri and final years
In the final part of our series on American frontiersman Daniel Boone, we take him through his final years in Kentucky - where he was a surveyor, innkeeper and many other things. But the largest part of this episode will cover Boone's final two decades, where he lived on the frontier of Missouri. This includes expeditions and adventures - some lasting more than six months. We wrap things up with a
Daniel Boone - Part 4 - Frontier Wars
Part 4 of our series takes through the frontier wars that took place during the American Revolution from 1778-1783. This will include the Siege of Boonesborough and the disastrous Battle of Blue Licks - in which Boone would lose another son.
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Daniel Boone - Part 3 - The American Revolution
In part 3 of our series, Daniel Boone and the settlers of Kentucky struggle to survive in the early years of the American Revolution. Boonesborough will withstand many attacks. Also, Boone's own daughter will be kidnapped - making for one of the most dramatic events in Boone's life. We will wrap up with Boone's capture of the Shawnee in 1778.
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Daniel Boone - Part 2 - Kentucky
In part 2 of our series, Daniel Boone becomes a woodsmen of legend as he comes to know Kentucky like no man. In the process, he will identify the Cumberland Gap - one of the great mountain passes in American history - and establish the first European settlement in Kentucky - Boonesborough. In the process, he will lose his eldest son in the never-ending wars with the native Indians.
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Daniel Boone - Part 1 - Early Life
In the first part of our series on American pioneer Daniel Boone, we look at his early life, including his years growing up on the North Carolina frontier, his time in the French and Indian War, and his first excursions over the Appalachian Mountains.
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Amerigo Vespucci - Part 2
In the second - and final - part of our series on Florentine explorer Amerigo Vespucci, we look at his third voyage, touch on his 'fourth' voyage, and then discuss his legacy - including how his name became attached to two continents.
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