Fri, Oct 12, 2012
In this episode we explore Las Vegas' lesser known past. We visit the National Atomic Testing museum to learn about how the desert outside of Vegas was used for testing America's secret nuclear weapons. We also visit the Mormon Fort, the first permanent non-native settlement in the area, as well as the Neon Museum.
Fri, Oct 19, 2012
We're on island time for this episode. We learn about the Key's treasure hunting history at the Mel Fisher Museum. Then we'll explore Fort Jefferson, an isolated fort in the Gulf of Mexico that defended the islands. American literature enthusiasts will enjoy a look at Ernest Hemingway's Key West home, where some of his most famous works were penned.
Fri, Oct 26, 2012
We visit the old south and enjoy some sweet tea in Savannah. On this episode, we'll stroll the city's beautiful squares, as well as visit it's civil war past at Old Fort Jackson. Then, we head up the stairs of the famous Tybee Island lighthouse and visit the Savannah Railroad museum.
Fri, Nov 2, 2012
First, we'll take a sip from the distinctively tasting Fountain of Youth. Then we'll touch the coquina walls of the undefeated Castillo San Marcos. We'll separate pirate truth from pirate myth at the appropriately named, Pirate Museum, and cure what ails us at the oldest General Store.
Fri, Dec 14, 2012
The live music capital of the US has an interesting past. Take an in depth look at one of Austin's oldest hotels, The Driskill. Then we'll learn about Texan independence in the Bob Bullock History museum. Finally, we'll end up at one of Austin's most historic buildings, the Texas state capitol.