Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer
Tom Wilmer’s Lowell Thomas Award-winning travel podcast, "Journeys of Discovery," is a regular segment on the weekly KCBX program "Issues & Ideas." Tom's interviews are recorded live on location across America and around the world and showcase the arts, culture, music, nature, history, science, wine and spirits, brewpubs, the culinary arts and more. Tom covers nouns and verbs: people, places, things, and action — everything from baseball to exploring South Pacific atolls, and interviewing the "real" Santa Claus in the Arctic. His feature, recorded live at Harland & Wolfe Shipyards in Belfast Northern Ireland, celebrating the centenary of the launch of the Tita...
Nevis Sun Tours offers award-winning immersive cultural experiences
Correspondent Tom Wilmer visits with Greg Phillips based on the island of Nevis as he shares the diverse cultural, culinary and historical immersive experiences offered on the island in the heart of the Caribbean via Nevis Sun Tours.
Memphis--Sun Studio revered as birthplace of Rock & Roll
Come along and join correspondent Tom Wilmer for an exploration of Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee.
Sheffield Alabama’s legendary Muscle Shoals Sound Studio
Birthplace of the legendary and timeless Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section—revered as the Swampers in Muscle Shoals, Alabama
The Hunt for Red October’s Morro Bay connection
A visit with Larry Newland at the Morro Bay Maritime Museum where he shares insights about the Navy rescue submarine and other nautical artifacts on display. We’ll also visit with four former Naval crew members who served aboard the rescue submarine DSRV Avalon.
Teddy’s—one of America’s last Chitlin Circuit Juke Joints
Correspondent Tom Wilmer reports from Louisiana's East Baton Rouge Parish, in the outback near the village of Zachary at the legendary Teddy’s Juke Joint.
Showcasing locally produced culinary offerings at Paso Robles’ Ava Hotel
Join correspondent Tom Wilmer at the Ava Hotel in downtown Paso Robles for a conversation with Consulting Chef Julien Asseo and Executive Chef Casey.
The Ava Hotel—indulgence in the heart of downtown Paso Robles, California
Join correspondent Tom Wilmer reporting from Paso Robles, California at the new luxury resort hotel, The Ava Hotel, located in the heart of downtown.
Producing world-class olive oil in Templeton, California
Vic Roberts from Victor Hugo Winery followed by Clotilde and Yves Julien founders of Olea Farms in Templeton, California talk what defines “first press” olive oil, how to tell if it’s fresh, and cooking with olive oil.
Templeton wine producer’s 47 harvests and the industry’s challenges
Vic Roberts, owner of Victor Hugo Winery on El Pomar Road in Templeton, California, shares insights about his decades as a passionate grower and producer of award-winning wines and the current challenges facing the wine industry.
Adaptive regenerative cattle grazing at Camp San Luis Obispo
Eric Czaja, a US Army Special Forces Major leads Monterey, California’s Naval Postgraduate School’s Regenerative Grazing Open Air Lab on 2,500 acres at Camp San Luis Obispo, CA.
Discover historic 1950s motor-court motel and classic Hot Springs beer
Reporting from Hot Springs, Arkansas, correspondent Tom Wilmer visits with innkeeper Andie Roberts at her historic motor-court motel, followed by a fascinating conversation with Rose Schweikhart at her super-popular Superior Bathhouse Brewery, located in the heart of historic Bathhouse Row.
Hot Springs Arkansas’ Kollective Coffee and fine Italian dining
Associate Producer & host Jillian Parks reports from Hot Springs Arkansas for an exploration of Kollective Coffee & Tea, followed by a visit with Sascia Marchesi. He’s the Michelin star chef at J&S Italian Villa diner.
Hot Springs’ Garvan Gardens, Crystal mining and award-winning Sake
Discover the unique array of enchanting activities and destinations in Hot Springs, Arkansas with your host Associate Producer Jillian Parks reporting live on location.
Milo & Egbert’s Hotel San Luis Obispo doggie getaway
Discover indulgent Hotel SLO doggie getaways that support Woods Humane Society
Selinger brothers’ On The End movie filmed in Montauk, Long Island
Selinger brothers’ On The End movie filmed in Montauk, Long Island
A conversation with April X producer & videographer filmed in Romania
Join correspondent Tom Wilmer for a visit with Lavinia Postolache, Executive Producer, actress and Nathan Haugaard Director of Photography about their newly released movie April X.
Cambria filmmakers score with The Strawberry
Join the Plummer Brothers, Carlos and Kyle as they share fascinating insights about their incredible journey as Cambria, California based filmmakers and their new award-winning flick, The Strawberry.
Hot Springs Arkansas’ legendary Arlington Hotel & the Gangster Museum
A visit at the historic Arlington Hotel and the Gangster Museum of America in downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Screenwriters share their journey crafting This Tempting Madness
Join correspondent Tom Wilmer for a conversation about the newly released movie, This Tempting Madness with Jennifer E. Montgomery, Director, Writer, Producer and Andrew M. Davis, Producer, Writer and Cinematographer.
Hollywood flick How to Date Again filmed on Central Coast
A conversation with producer Matt Flanders about his creative journey and filming on location in Morro Bay and the Madonna Inn.
Exploring historic Hot Springs, Arkansas
Ybor City, Tampa’s legendary Cuban-cigar history
Our Associate Producer Jillian Parks shares Austin based writer, Jennifer Simonson’s tales of Ybor City’s Cuban connection
