Alcatraz ex-con recalls a "whiff of fresh mown grass Former Alcatraz guard George DeVincenzi recalls time on "The Rock" Former Alcatraz clergyman Father Bush recalls his time on "The Rock" A conversation with NPS Public Affairs Officer Alexandra Picavet about experiencing Alcatraz Golden Gate National Recreation Area NPS Superintendent Chris Lehnertz

Costa Rica as viewed by kids--with 14 year-old podcast host Sophia Aquino From darkness to light--Costa Rica's Museo de los Niños in San Jose, Costa Rica Costa Rica's Greentique Hotels-environmental trendsetter ideally suited for families https://youtu.be/rMWTN3NlpHA

A conversation with four star admiral Thomas Fargo about the 75th Pearl Harbor Remembrance events on Oahu Life in Hawaii during WWII with Bishop Museum historian DeSoto Brown National Park Service Historian Daniel Martinez's 30-year WWII and December 7th odyssey Pearl Harbor's Pacific Aviation Museum--a visit with historian and the executive director USS Missouri Memorial Association CEO Michael Carr talks Pearl Harbor 75th & Mighty Mo history Hilton Hawaiian Village--honoring Pearl Harbor

Join Brad Buckley manager of the Abalone Farm for an insider’s look at the world of abalone aquaculture. The Abalone Farm, located on a bluff top above the Pacific Ocean six miles north of Cayucos, California produces approximately 50 percent of the abalone served in restaurants and sold in fresh fish shops around America. From seed to market is a patient four-year process, which partly explains why abalone is often sold by the ounce. You are invited to subscribe to the Lowell Thomas award

Pacific Wildlife Care is situated in a non-descript building behind the old PG&E power plant in Morro Bay, California. But, anywhere wounded or endangered wildlife are found on the Central Coast they are just a phone call away from rescue and rehabilitation. The organization rescues more than 3,000 wild animals, representing more than 200 different species annually. In conjunction with the non-profit organization’s 30 th anniversary of rescue, rehabilitation, and community outreach,

Sky City is located atop a 367 foot-tall sandstone monolith. Continuously inhabited since 1150 A.D., there is no running water or electricity at Acoma in New Mexico . Located off interstate 40 an hour and a half west of Albuquerque, tours are offered to the public daily. Acoma’s Sky City Cultural Center/Haak’u Museum includes fascinating interpretive displays and is the meeting spot for joining guided tours of the pueblo—a National Trust for Historic Preservation registered historic site.

Sandhill Cranes migrate north every spring and make a stop in Central Nebraska . Shows such as CBS Sunday Morning have covered their flight in previous seasons. Join Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer Associate Producer, Melissa Corbin as she shares her take on this fascinating rite of spring during her visit to Rowe Sanctuary on the banks of the Platte River. You are invited to subscribe to the Lowell Thomas award-winning NPR Podcast travel show Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer via:

A conversation with Richard Séguin representing Quebec City Tourism . Séguin shares insights about Quebec City's past and present in the Canadian city with a definite French Flair. Quebec City' modern roots date from French exploration in the 15th century--and the establishment of Quebec City in 1608. You are invited to subscribe to the Lowell Thomas award-winning NPR Podcast travel show Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer via: iTunes NPR.ORG Podcast Directory NPR One (APP) Stitcher.com player

The famine ship Jeanie Johnston was built in 1848 In Quebec as a freighter. She made 16 trans-Atlantic passages carrying more than 2,500 passengers. The ship is revered in the annals of the Irish Potato famine, as not one life was lost throughout her career—while many famine ships lost more than 30 percent of her manifest to disease, lack of fresh water, rotton food and more. Today, a recreated (2003), and fully seaworthy Jeannie Johnston graces the Liffey River in downtown Dublin, Ireland .

The majesty and beauty of The Appalachian Mountains are unparalleled and the stories of its people are as inspiring as its views. Associate Producer, Melissa Corbin , recently shared a few such stories with Tennessee Craft Beer Magazine . Listen in as Corbin visits with IACP Award-Winning Author, Ronni Lundy and Chefs Shelley Cooper and Travis Milton at Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro . Video courtesy Great Smoky Mountain Association You are invited to subscribe to the Lowell Thomas