The Atlas Obscura Podcast
SiriusXM and Atlas Obscura
An audio guide to the world’s strange, incredible, and wondrous places. Co-founder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters explore a new wonder every day, Monday through Thursday. In under 15 minutes, they’ll take you to an incredible place, and along the way, you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Our theme and end credit music is composed by Sam Tyndall.
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Apr 5, 2024 • 15min
Nevada Week: The Martin
Explore the history of Basque dining traditions in Nevada, from sheepherders in the 1800s to family-style dining at The Martin. Learn about the cultural heritage of Basque immigrants in the American West and the influence on local cuisine. Experience the social connections and communal dining experience at The Martin, a historic gathering place in Nevada.
Apr 4, 2024 • 8min
Nevada Week: How I Learned to Love Las Vegas
Explore an art installation in a Vegas shopping mall, closed as of April 2024. Discover the beauty of Wyoming and encounter a transformative experience in Vegas. Uncover the monumental land art near Las Vegas by artist Michael Heiser, prompting contemplation on the city's intricacies.
Apr 3, 2024 • 16min
Nevada Week: National Atomic Testing Museum
Las Vegas was a hotspot for watching nuclear bomb explosions; the episode explores atomic bomb testing history, cultural impacts, and the transition to underground testing. Learn about the National Atomic Testing Museum and the educational mission on atomic history.
Apr 2, 2024 • 15min
Nevada Week: The Office of Collecting and Design
Jessica Oreck, a collector of odd and forgotten objects, shares her unique perspective on curiosities and art. Explore the whimsical world of Jessica and her ambitious project to create a museum in Las Vegas. Delve into the diverse collections at the Office of Collecting and Design, from charming dice to tiny cups, all meticulously organized. Experience a transformation in perspective through a visit to the Museum of Collecting and Design, promoting adaptability and positive impacts.
Apr 1, 2024 • 14min
Nevada Week: Molossia
This micronation about an hour outside of Reno draws visitors from all over the world. This episode was produced in partnership with Travel Nevada and is part of Nevada Week, where we bring you stories all week from the Silver State.LEARN MORE about Molossia and Travel Nevada
Mar 29, 2024 • 16min
A Journey Through Death with Joanna Ebenstein
Joanna Ebenstein shares her fascination with death, journey to create Morbid Anatomy Museum, and new home in Mexico City. She explores forgotten cultural artifacts, interconnectedness of life and death, and advocates for holistic acceptance of both darkness and light within existence.
Mar 28, 2024 • 31min
A Journey Around the World with Sebastian Modak
Sebastian Modak, the former New York Times '52 Places' reporter, shares his year-long journey to over 30 countries, discussing challenges, diverse transportation methods, Danish fraternal order initiation, Texas adventures, and the transformative power of travel through personal narratives.
Mar 27, 2024 • 11min
The Cincinnati Subway (Classic)
There are two miles of abandoned tunnels beneath the streets of Cincinnati, OH. A relic of an attempt to establish underground transportation in the city. READ MORE IN THE ATLAS: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/the-cincinnati-subway-cincinnati-ohio
Mar 26, 2024 • 16min
Ganvie Lake Village
A producer sits down with Dylan and recounts his trip to a place referred to as “The Venice of Africa.”READ MORE IN THE ATLAS: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/gavie-benin
Mar 25, 2024 • 14min
Vent Haven Museum
This museum in Kentucky is either your dream place or your nightmare, depending on how you feel about dummies. Because there are more than 500 of them there, resting in peace.READ MORE IN THE ATLAS: https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-worlds-only-ventriloquism-museum-in-northern-kentucky
