Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio TRANSCRIPT 00:00 Hi and welcome to the Traveling Fool, the podcast where we discuss travel, culture and history. I'm your host, Bob Bales, and today we are talking about the Texas town named after a con man. So stay tuned and we take a journey into the heart of history, where truth is sometimes stranger than … [Read more...]
Ashton Villa’s Hidden Past Meets Galveston Texas Coastal Charm
Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Transcript 00:00 Hi and welcome to the Traveling Fool, the show that talks about travel destinations, history, culture and people of those places, along with travel tips and news. I'm Bob Bales, and today we're headed to the Gulf of Texas, the island city of Galveston, with a history of pirates, storms and secrets. Our … [Read more...]
How to Use AI Travel Planning for Memorable Trips
Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Transcript 00:00 Hi and welcome to the Traveling Fool, the show where we explore the most intriguing aspects of travel, culture and history. I'm your host, Bob Bales, and today we are talking about using artificial intelligence to plan a trip. I'm going to give you some tips on how to do it effectively, so stay tuned … [Read more...]
Indian Maiden Legends, Medal of Honor Valor, and the Tunnel to Nowhere
Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Summary Tucked away in the northwest corner of South Carolina, Oconee County reveals itself as an undiscovered treasure where natural beauty intertwines with captivating history. As I wandered through this Blue Ridge Mountain paradise, I uncovered the poignant legend of Issaquena, a brave Choctaw maiden who risked … [Read more...]
From Kansas City to Palawan: Forgotten Stories of Valor
Google Podcasts Spotify Apple Podcasts iHeartRadio Summary Every monument tells a story. Every museum preserves voices that might otherwise be forgotten. As a veteran who served for two decades, I've always been drawn to military history – not for political reasons, but because these sites connect us to our shared human experience.From the moment you step into the … [Read more...]






