The Atlas Obscura Podcast Where You Would Spend Your Last Day Before the Apocalypse
Jul 7, 2025
Dive into heartfelt reflections as listeners share where they would spend their last day before the world ends. From peaceful moments sailing on Lake Ontario to cherished childhood homes, these stories evoke nostalgia and emotional connections. Nature's beauty shines through a transformative sunrise experience, while amusing neighborhood tales invite listeners to celebrate quirky house decorations and inspiring gardens. Join in the fun and consider sharing your own stories about the places and people that matter most!
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Adam's Childhood Home Escape
- Adam Bennington would spend his last day before the apocalypse in his childhood country home in Illinois.
- He cherishes quiet summer evenings on the screened porch, watching fireflies and stargazing by a fire pit he made at age 12.
Sailing Into Infinity
- Catherine Smith would spend the apocalypse days on a sailboat on Lake Ontario near her home in Buffalo.
- She loves evenings when the sky and water blend into infinity, embodying serene beauty.
Apocalypse Italy Feast
- Maggie wants to spend her last day in Italy with 15 friends, eating blooming artichokes in Rome's Jewish section.
- She plans to savor Emilia-Romagna's cities and drink as much wine as possible, ending happily.