The Explorers Podcast

Jules Dumont d'Urville returns to the South Pacific about the Astrolabe. In this episode, we explore Australia, New Zealand and the Tongan Islands. The ship will - multiple times - find itself stuck on reefs. The episode will end with d'Urville bombarding the Tongans after seize numerous hostages in hope of obtaining French weapons, supplies and military expertise.Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/Daring French Explorations by Hubert Sagnières on Instagrams (see amazing photos from this expedition and others): https://www.instagram.com/frenchexplorations/The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.comInterested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1822, d'Urville set off on his first epic voyage - a three year expedition around the world as the 2nd-in-command of the Coquille. The voyage will take him to the Falkland Islands, South America, Tahiti, Australia, New Zealand and more.Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/Daring French Explorations by Hubert Sagnières on Instagrams (see amazing photos from this expedition and others): https://www.instagram.com/frenchexplorations/The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.comInterested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part 1 of our series, we look at d’Urville’s early life, including his journey into the French Navy during the Napoleonic era. We then look at his first scientific expedition about the Chevrette – which will include a journey to the Greek island of Milos. There, d’Urville will play a key part in the acquisition of the famed Venus de Milo for France.Daring French Explorations Giveaway: https://explorerspodcast.com/daringfrenchexplorations/Daring French Explorations by Hubert Sagnières on Instagrams (see amazing photos from this expedition and others): https://www.instagram.com/frenchexplorations/The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.comInterested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the final episode on the life of Freya Stark, we take a look at her work in the Middle East in World War II, as well as the latter half of her life - including her many publications. We finish up with a look at the legacy of our explorer and traveler. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.comInterested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Between 1935 and 1938, Freya Stark took part in two expeditions into the mountains of Yemen, looking to find the lost city of Shabwa, and document the incense route that had thrived on the Arabian Peninsula for thousands of years. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.comInterested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explorer and author Freya Stark ventures into western Persia on a treasure hunt for bronze relics in Luristan. She faces obstacles, encounters looted grave sites, engages with locals, and navigates dangerous mountains. Stark's triumphs and personal struggles are also explored, shedding light on her adventurous life.

Freya Stark explores the lost fortress of the Order of Assassins and falls ill with malaria. She encounters a doctor in a remote area and faces challenges on her journey. Learn about Stark's adventurous expeditions and her role in World War II.

Freya Stark embarks on a journey to the Valley of the Assassins, explores the history of the Order of Assassins, forms connections with locals, maps the area, and receives recognition for her work.

British explorer Freya Stark's early life and adventures are explored in this episode. Topics include her near-death experience, her time as a nurse in WWI, and her journey into the forbidden lands of the Druze in Syria.

In this podcast, the final episode on Alexander Von Humboldt, we explore his epic book 'Kosmos' and his significant legacy. Humboldt's influence in the Prussian court, his multidisciplinary approach and the impact of his work on American writers and naturalists are also discussed.