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World Footprints

World Footprints

World Footprints is a multi award-winning socially minded travel media company that bridges differences, fosters cultural intelligence, captures the essence of a destination, and inspires meaningful travel. We invite our readers to examine the cultural roots of a destination, to view a locale with a new mindset, and/or to explore travel through a specific interest or social cause. We seek to share our common humanity and to offer a deeper connection to the world one story at a time.World Footprints

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Unlocking the Secrets of Washington, DC

World Footprints ·

2021/05/11

Spirit circles, graffiti, brothels, assassinations and Sony Bono are just a few of the backstories behind JoAnn Hill’s new book, Secret Washington DC: A guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure. DC’s history is America’s history and there is so much of this country’s back story that she has uncovered. In Secret Washington, DC, JoAnn Hill unlocks some interesting history that’s been hiding in plain sight.

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Inspirational Life and Travel Journeys from a Woman...

World Footprints ·

2021/04/20

Dr. Betty Moseley Brown is one of the first women of color to join the U.S. Marine Corps in the 1970s. The U.S. Marine Corps is known as one of the most formidable military forces in the world, and its reputation is well-earned. So what would inspire a young Black woman in the 1970s to enlist in the Marine Corps and go through weeks of boot camp below the Mason Dixon line?

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04-12-21 World Footprints - Allison Jordan FINAL MIX

World Footprints ·

2021/04/13

Allison Jordan, Executive Director of the California Sustainable Wine Growing Alliance, talks about the virtual and socially distanced in-person sustainably-focused events during the April festivities. She also updates us on the status of California vineyard post the horrific California fires last year.If you’ve ever wondered what chickens and falcons have to do with the winegrowing process Allison will take us behind the scenes of the winemaking process.

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Military Women’s Memorial: A little known gem...

World Footprints ·

2021/03/23

The Military Women’s Memorial is the United States’ only major national memorial to honor the more than 3 million women who have served in the military since the American Revolution. Like many of you who have visited Arlington National Cemetery, we have passed by the beautiful Military Women’s Memorial without realizing its significance OR the travel stories, life journeys and rich legacy of American Women’s Military history it maintains. Behind the beautiful walls of the Memorial’s Hemicycle

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32:23

Franklin, Tennessee’s Fuller Story: History beyond...

World Footprints ·

2021/03/17

Meet Matthew Maxey, Associate Director of Public Relations at Visit Franklin (Tennessee). He discusses the expanded historical narratives that Franklin is sharing beyond the Battlefield and Whiskey Trail.If the streets could talk it would tell stories that many would soon forget because Franklin’s chapter in American history is a dark one thanks to its prominence in America’s Civil War. But Matthew says that Franklin understands the importance of sharing the full narrative of its history and that is

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Traveling with a Hidden Disability

World Footprints ·

2021/03/09

What’s is like traveling with a hidden disability?Meet Marika Devan, a self-described clumsy Californian with an obsession for exploring the world. Marika started a blog called Clumsy Girl Travels. But, truth is, Marika isn’t clumsy. Marika was born with a degenerative neurological condition called AtaxiaJoin us as we learn what it is like to travel the world with a hidden disability.

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Traveling Insights from a deaf Traveler

World Footprints ·

2021/03/02

Have you ever thought what it would feel like to travel the world in silence? For Nehama Rogozen, an avid traveler who happens to be deaf, her journeys around the world have not been in total silence because of Cochlear Implant technology. Nehama points out that she is deaf but not Deaf with a capital D and she explains the difference between those terms during our interview. Nehama is a former Peace Corp volunteer who has traveled to far corners of the world. The cochlear implant and her ability to

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Rescuing the Hidden History of a Free Black Brotherhood

World Footprints ·

2021/02/23

In a story that is both personal and historical, author Fatima Shaik, takes us on a journey that begins with the rescue of the library of ledgers, journals and papers by her father in the 1950s to the discovery that he had come to possess the documents that told the story of one of the most important institutions both for jazz and mutual aid for blacks in New Orleans—Economy Hall.With records covering nearly a century starting in 1836, Fatima, while on a visit home to New Orleans in 1997—saw the

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30:54

Experiencing the fight for freedom along the U.S....

World Footprints ·

2021/02/16

Deborah Douglas, author of the Moon’s U.S. Civil Rights Trail guide, talks with World Footprints about the places, people and events that were integral to the civil rights movement. Deborah traces the stories about the movement she grew up hearing about and she brings those stories to life in her book.With profiles of national leaders and local heroes, helpful timelines, a suggested playlist and personal insights, Deborah’s U.S. Civil Rights Trail guide enhances the experience of a journey along the

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34:38

Expanding America’s Hidden Historical Narratives

World Footprints ·

2021/02/09

Cordell Reaves is a Historic Preservation Program Analyst with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. In his role, Cordell strives to do preserve and illuminate the historical stories that have been overlooked and purposefully hidden from our historical narratives. Cordell helps to develop educational programming and events that enable historical sites and destinations share their complete and inclusive stories. Much of history has been rewritten in order to fit

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36:22

Schuyler Mansion: History, Enslavement and Alexander...

World Footprints ·

2021/02/02

"History Has Its Eyes On You" is one of our favorite songs from the Broadway musical, Hamilton. The lyrics hold a cautionary reminder that “…You have no control who lives, who dies, who tells your story…”. As we know, the historical stories we’ve heard do not generally portray accurate and full narratives, especially, those involving early settlers like the Schuyler family and Founding Fathers like Alexander Hamilton.So, how accurate are the stories we’ve been told about the Schuyler family and

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29:52

Experiencing the World as a Blind Traveler

World Footprints ·

2021/01/26

Meet Dale Reardon, a blind traveler from Australia who has not let his disability limit his love for exploring the world. We asked Dale about his travel experiences as a blind person. Some of what he shared may be surprising.Dale’s experience as a blind traveler is inspiring a community overlooked in the travel space. He tell us that nearly 25% of the world’s population has accessibility needs but those needs are only partially being met. For example, Dale shares a story about a new one-touch

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Discover President Joe Biden’s Delaware

World Footprints ·

2021/01/19

In honor of America’s 46th President, World Footprints will share a cultural slice of President Joe Biden’s home state of Delaware.Delaware is known as the “First State” because it was the first to ratify the U.S. Constitution. Its place in American history and colonialism is uniquely blended with the state’s European influences. Join us as we enjoy a glimpse into Delaware’s history starting with American artist N.C. Wyeth and the Wyeth generations that followed him. Next, we will examine the

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Tourism in Washington, D.C. amid COVID and the 2021...

World Footprints ·

2021/01/12

Washington, D.C, is a very popular tourism destination but, like all destinations around the world, COVID-19 has put a stranglehold on its tourism product. In addition to the pandemic the District of Columbia has also dealt with months of social unrest and a recent violent and unconscionable insurrection.With all of the challenges facing Washington and a forthcoming Presidential Inauguration to prepare for, we spoke to Elliott Ferguson, President and CEO of Destination DC, to talk about the state

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Enjoying the World as a Plus-size Traveler

World Footprints ·

2021/01/05

World Footprints continues its foundational value of sharing the voices of all travelers and their unique experiences and inspiring stories. Today we walk in the footsteps of a plus-size traveler.Plus-size travelers face challenges that aren't generally considered—lack of appropriate accommodations, one-sized fits all robes that don’t fit larger bodies, zipline cables that may not support extra weight and other concerns. Jeff Jenkins is the creative mind behind Chubby Diaries, a site dedicated to

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Uncovering Appalachia

World Footprints ·

2020/12/08

Who are the Appalachian people? Whoever you think they are you’re probably wrong. Author and scholar Nancy Brown Diggs joins World Footprints to peel back the layers of Appalachian culture that she uncovers in her new book, In Search of Appalachia. Her book shares her years of research and it paints an honest and authentic portrait of this misunderstood culture. Nancy shines a spotlight on Appalachian culture, history and the contributions Appalachians have made to American society. She also

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Traveling the world in a powered wheelchair

World Footprints ·

2020/12/01

Cory Lee joins World Footprints hosts Tonya and Ian Fitzpatrick to talk about the joys and challenges of traveling the world in a powered wheelchair.At the age of two, Cory was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, a form of muscular dystrophy. Because this disease is progressive it has served as a catalyst for Cory to see as much of the world as he can. Cory, who runs the wheelchair travel blog Curb Free with Cory Lee, began traveling internationally when he was 15 and he’s never looked back. To

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Revisiting the Little Rock Nine experience with...

World Footprints ·

2020/11/25

On September 23, 1957, Ernest Green and eight other African American high school students, known as the ‘Little Rock Nine’, integrated the all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. This event was the first experiment in school integration came three years after the U.S, Supreme Court’s Brown vs. Board of Education landmark ruling that segregation of public schools is unconstitutional.One year later, in 1958, Ernest Green became the first African-American student to graduate from

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Traveling according to your Zodiac sign

World Footprints ·

2020/11/16

What can the stars tell you about where you should travel and what destinations you are compatible with? If you’re looking to get a jump-start on your travel planning in the coming months hear what intuitive astrologer Haley Comet has to say before you start charting your journey.Haley combines Western astrology and positive psychology in her specialty of transpersonal astrology—believing we can use our free will and the harmony of energy that vibrates without our birth chart to co-create dream

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Family RV Travel

World Footprints ·

2020/11/07

When Monet Hambrick was pregnant with her first child many people told her that she would have to retire her wanderlust. However, Monet and her husband James knew that they could not live without travel, and they didn’t…nor have their two children.Monet has taken her family across the globe from the time her children were infants. She created her blog, The Traveling Child, to help other families travel around the world with their children. Today, many of her tricks and family travel tips involve RV

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