Cultural Heritage: History
“A traveler without observation is a bird without wings.”
— Moslih Eddin Saadi
No matter where you go, every place has a story and historical travel unpacks those stories.
From great struggles against oppressive forces to human ingenuity, the people and the places who have defined significant eras in human history move many to travel see where history was made. Travel through the historical places, see and observe what was then and how things are now. Every place has evolved over ages and become what it is today , hence you must visit history to understand the struggles and changes that came through with time.
Being able to walk where history was made, seeing the places that shaped legendary figures or experiencing life as our ancestors did, historical travel allows history to come to life in ways that transcend a history book.
Exploring Old Settlers and Henry Ford’s Legacy
Photo: Tonya FitzpatrickAs the world celebrates the 150th birthday of Henry Ford, World Footprints takes you to the place where automobile history was made and beyond. Today we'll explore the treasure trove of history and culture in Michigan — a State that both Ian and Tonya call home. We'll start our tour … Read more Read more
United States Events & Festivals History
A Paralympian’s Story, California History & Ending Human Trafficking
Imagine being on the path of qualifying for the 1996 US Olympic Track and Field Team as a hurdler after becoming a 3-time All-American at the University of Arkansas to suffering a devastating injury that would lead to the loss of your leg. Through faith and family, John Register overcame … Read more Read more
United States Sports History Human Trafficking
Breaking Barriers, Maya Roads & Ethical Fashion
Today we’ll embark on an around the world race with skipper Donald Lawson, we’ll journey among the people of the rainforest with Maya Roads author Mary Jo McConahay. Read more
United States Fashion & Style History Sustainability
American Uprising, the Polaris Project & a SEAsoned Chef
World Footprints will take listeners on a journey that follows the North Star today. Many Americans are familiar with the slave revolts led by John Brown and Nat Turner, but the story of the greatest act of slave resistance in American history took place in 1811 and has remained largely untold, … Read more Read more
United States History Human Trafficking
Youssou N’Dour: Answering a Familiar Call
By Stephen HoukIt’s no secret. Music has always been a passionate harbinger of change and social activism. But perhaps no single musician has had a bigger influence on a bigger audience than the brilliant Senegalese musician/percussionist/activist Youssou N’Dour. Read more
Africa History Literature & Music The Arts
Grenadine Islands of Bequia and Tobago Cays
Photo: Tonya FitzpatrickThis World Footprints show will journey to the Grenadines and unlock the mysteries of the sea in a way few seldom see or experience. The Grenadines are a haven for scuba divers, some of the world’s most spectacular aquatic scenery and much more. Our first stop takes us … Read more Read more
Caribbean and Atlantic Family Travel Luxury Travel Off the Beaten Path History Conservation
LEGACY SHOW: Vancouver & The 2010 Winter Olympics
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS.Securing the Canadian wilderness and protecting humans and bears alike are two big security challenges for the Olympics. Chris Doyle, of the British Columbia Ministry of Environment joins Travel’n … Read more Read more
North America Sports Events & Festivals History
GOLD AWARD: On The Road to Freedom, a civil rights trail
World Footprints will travel along The Road To Freedom with author and former civil rights activist Charlie Cobb as he introduces us to the places of the movement and the personalities who made those places historically relevant. Then meet fellow travelers Scott Hartblay and Christine Bischoff as they recount their … Read more Read more
North America Off the Beaten Path History Literature & Music
LEGACY SHOW: Touring Israel and Gandhi town hall
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel’n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Travel’n On listeners will discover the beautiful country of Israel with Arie Sommer, Israel Tourism Commissioner with the Israel Ministry of Tourism. Then Tonya & Ian will share … Read more Read more
Middle East Religious Travel History Social Responsibility
America’s Great Migration, Gospel and Panda-monia
World Footprints travels today in celebration of gospel music, in enjoyment of Panda havens and in search of the warmth of other suns. First, Coretta Scott King Illustrator award winning artist Michele Wood will join us to talk about her newest book, I See the Rhythm of Gospel. Then, TV … Read more Read more
United States History Social Responsibility
Visiting the St. Benedict orphanage on the island of St. Vincent
Even in the middle of paradise you can find poverty. That was somethings we witnessed while traveling through St. Vincent and the Grenadines. On one day we visited St. Benedict’s Day Nursery and Orphanage. Our visit was purposeful as we had brought a few supplies to share. It was also … Read more Read more
Caribbean and Atlantic Volunteer Travel History Social Responsibility
LEGACY SHOW: Crazy River, Spirit Stones, Maya 2010 for Authors Corner – May 12,2012
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel’n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. World Footprints will travel along the award-winning journalistic trails of the CRAZY RIVER, explore prehistoric Spirit Stones and contemplate the end of the world in Maya 2012. First, … Read more Read more
United States HistoryHistory lesson from Fort McHenry
World Footprints enjoys a historical tour of Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland with "Dr. William Beanes" who serves us an important history lesson about the War of 1812 and key (no pun) players including Francis Scott Key, who wrote the lyrics to the United States' national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner". Read more
United States Family Travel HistoryRemembering 9/11 – Inside the Pentagon Chapel and Memorial
On September 11, 2001, acts of terrorism claimed thousands of precious lives at the World Trade Center in New York, in a grassy field in Shanksville, PA and at the Pentagon.Within the grounds of the Pentagon there are many wonderful reminders of our loved ones, friends and colleagues. World Footprints … Read more Read more
United States HistoryOttawa, Canada’s House of Parliament spectacular
The Parliament building in Ottawa is a regal expression of patriotism and tradition. During the day the Changing of the Guards take place and in the evening a spectacular light show that tells the story of Canada's evolution as a country is displayed on the Parliament walls. The FREE show … Read more Read more
Canada Family Travel History