National Park After Dark 307: Our Weird and Wonderful World with Dylan Thuros Co-Founder of Atlas Obscura
Jun 23, 2025
Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, guides listeners through the captivating world of unusual travel experiences and hidden gems. He shares thrilling tales, including the haunting mystery of the Isdal Woman and eerie discoveries in Death Valley. The conversation also delves into forgotten histories and peculiar travel itineraries, challenging the norms of exploration. With a focus on fostering emotional connections to lesser-known places, Dylan highlights Atlas Obscura’s mission to celebrate the weird and wonderful around us.
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Eerie Hike in Vermont Woods
- Cassie shares her eerie experience hiking in Little River State Park, Vermont, sensing an ominous presence repeatedly.
- Later, Atlas Obscura revealed the site was a former flooded town where 50 people drowned, explaining her feelings.
Isdal Woman's Mysterious Death Scene
- The discovery of the Isdal Woman's burned body in Norway's Death Valley started a chilling unsolved mystery.
- The scene suggested a ritualistic staging with personal items arranged and identification tags removed to hinder recognition.
Autopsy & Clues Reveal Hidden Identity
- The autopsy showed the Isdal Woman died from carbon monoxide poisoning after taking a fatal dose of barbiturates.
- Her belongings, including coded notebooks and wigs, indicated a deliberate effort to disguise her identity and movements.
