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  • Anticipating a Volcano

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    Hello Friends! 
       We are currently anticipating a volcanic eruption. Well, since Friday we've been on an "anytime now" or "maybe never" status. It basically means that experts can theorize what may happen. However, you just can't know until it actually happens. I hope that makes sense. l would also like to make a correction about the lava tube or corridor that I spoke of. It is not under the Blue Lagoon but also not far away either. It looks like the people of Grindavik have a long road ahead. Let's keep them in our thoughts and prayers. If you would like to donate money to the Icelandic Red Cross or to the Icelandic Search and Rescue teams, you'll find the links below. 
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    raudkrossin.is
    icesar.com   (you will be asked where specifically you want the donation to go. Click that drop down screen and select (björgunarsveit Þorbjörn) This is the Grindavik area Search and Rescue Team.

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    16 min
  • Winter is Coming !

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    Hello Friends!  
           Winter is coming! I'm excited about it!  Summer is my favorite season in Iceland, fall is a close second. Northern lights are shining brightly like a rainbow in the night sky. Halloween (Hrekkjavaka) is coming, and it has been growing in popularity every year people started observing it here. Thanksgiving (Þakkargjörð) is also observed in Iceland.  Not for the same reasons Americans have to be thankful for, but you will see turkey and stuffing and cranberry sauce available in Icelandic supermarkets the week leading up toThanksgiving and all the way through Christmas, for that matter. Also, you will see North American pumpkins (the orange ones) available for Halloween and Thanksgiving. They were non existent here until recent years. I've even seen the pumpkin pie filling in a can. If you find yourself in Iceland between now and December 25th this is what you have to look forward to. I hope to see you all here! 

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    26 min
  • Icelandic Phallological Museum

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      Hello Friends! 
                            In this latest episode of Museum Visits, I visited the Icelandic Phalloloigcal Museum.
                             It was founded in 1997 by Sigurdur Hjartason. His son Hjortur Gisli Sigurdsson now runs the museum. I visited this museum many years ago before it moved from Husavik way up north. It is now much bigger and better and has many new specimens. Now it's here in downtown Reykjavik situated in the midst of all types of shops and restaurants (and other museums) It only costs 2750 ISK or about $20 USD. It's well worth it. There's a gift shop for all the penis key chains and t shirts and such and a cafe that also serves BEER. It really was super interesting. I highly recommend paying them a visit. 

    Have a look at their website
     phallus.is 

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    7 min
  • Burning Questions

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    Hello Friends!
      In this episode I'm answering your questions! it's a mix of questions sent in and ones that have been asked in conversations about Iceland. I´ll be touching on different subjects such as the Blue Lagoon vs Sky Lagoon, the most visited places in Iceland, when to come and the age old question; "Is Iceland green and Greenland ice?" If you want your question discussed, send it in! Thank you to those that sent in questions! 
            Stay tuned,  the next episode will be a volcano update. 

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    28 min
  • Volcanic eruption Update Thursday July 13, 2023

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                         In this episode. I go into further detail about being safe if you're thinking about taking the hike out to see this ongoing eruption. I also talk about the importance of heeding warnings that are issued. 
             As of Tuesday night at 21:30. The Mayor of Grindavik (closest town) has ordered the closure of all roads/paths leading to the site of the eruption. It is has been recommended that people stay indoors and keep windows closed.

    I will also be answering questions/reading letters on the next podcast.
    so stayed tuned it might be your letter!

    Special thank you to all that wrote in and to everyone that has downloaded/followed this podcast!

     I would love to see you all in Iceland!!

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    14 min
  • Volcano Eruption 2023 (some of what we know so far)

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                            I'm talking about the volcano that just erupted today. I'm also talking about last year's trip to the volcano and the adventure that it was. (There were three eruptions in as many years)
     I also discuss ways to stay safe out there. How I made it out there and back unscathed. 
        If you're thinking about hiking to the volcano, be prepared. I can't stress that enough. 

    Feel free to reach out to me with all your questions.

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    12 min
  • Icelandic Independence Day and summer Solstice

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    In this episode I talk about June 17th 1944. the day Icelanders became independent from Denmark. Seventy nine years later the celebrations are still goin strong. 

      I also talk about June 21st the summer solstice. The longest day of the year. the day to witness the midnight sun.  A couple of great days to be in Iceland and join in the festivities!

    Keep sending your questions. Keep sending your stories about prior trips these are priceless!

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    19 min
  • Icelandic hamburgers are awesome!!

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                      People always say get an Icelandic hotdog when you go visit Iceland. In this episode I'll explain why you should also put the Icelandic hamburger high on your to-do list and why they are underrated. If you enjoy hamburgers I think you'll enjoy this episode. 
                           If you've had the opportunity to try the Icelandic hamburger or hot dog or have a story about it please send it to [email protected] and I'll read it on the next show.

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    12 min
  • Arbaer Open Air Museum

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    First episode in the "Museum Visits" series. A short review on this "living Museum" just 10 minutes from downtown Reykjavik.  This one is a definite must see. A complete  view of what life was like in the 18 and early 1900s. There were moments when I felt like I was back in those times! You can be there in 10 minutes by car or 20 by bus. (from downtown) Enjoy!

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    7 min
  • Museum Visits (Introduction)

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    This is a basic intro to an exciting segment of my podcast called "Museum Visits"

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    3 min

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My name is Frank Lárus and I'm half Icelandic and half American. I'd like to share my journey from growing up in the USA to moving to Iceland 20 years ago. If you're interested in coming to Iceland…