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 Titanic was the recipient of a Best Travel award from Outdoor Writers Association of California.

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Episodes 20

Nashville Songwriter/musician Jim Lauderdale shares his journey
4d ago · 20:59
Come along and join Nashville-based Jim Lauderdale as he shares his incredible music journey that commenced when he was a kid in choir in North Carolina.
Young Maui filmmakers share the big Screen with Spider-Man
12d ago · 47:23
Join correspondent Tom Wilmer as he visits with some incredible Hisako Film Lab student filmmakers on the island of Maui.
Conversation with California State Guard Commanding General
12d ago · 10:26
Join correspondent Tom Wilmer at Camp San Luis Obispo for a conversation with Brigadier General (CA) Larry K. Adams, Commanding General of the California State Guard, where they met up at the Camp San Luis Obispo ceremony honoring the officer Candidate graduates.
Living history at the Autry Museum of the American West
27d ago · 17:59
The Autry Museum of the American West is a distinctive museum dedicated American history. Join Correspondent Tom Wilmer for a fascinating exploration at the Autry Museum in Los Angeles.
Nevis Sun Tours offers award-winning immersive cultural experiences
1mo ago · 53:51
Correspondent Tom Wilmer visits with Greg Phillip 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
1mo ago · 10:39
Come along and join correspondent Tom Wilmer for an exploration of Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee.
Sheffield Alabama’s legendary Muscle Shoals Sound Studio
1mo ago · 16:41
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
1mo ago · 38:00
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
2mo ago · 26:11
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
2mo ago · 25:35
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
2mo ago · 15:56
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
2mo ago · 23:19
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
2mo ago · 18:30
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
3mo ago · 36:19
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
3mo ago · 20:03
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
3mo ago · 14:22
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
3mo ago · 18:10
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
3mo ago · 11:19
Discover indulgent Hotel SLO doggie getaways that support Woods Humane Society
Selinger brothers’ On The End movie filmed in Montauk, Long Island
3mo ago · 26:20
Selinger brothers’ On The End movie filmed in Montauk, Long Island
A conversation with April X producer & videographer filmed in Romania
3mo ago · 24:20
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.