exploring

How do you raise a curious, critical-thinking explorer when the world is already mapped and everything can be googled in seconds? In this personal episode, Malorie tackles the paradox of parenting in the digital age—where kids have infinite information at their fingertips but somehow less capacity for genuine wonder. Blending anthropology with real parenting challenges,…

Since Michael brought a piece of the Kon Tiki home from the Explorers Club Gala, let’s talk all about the Kon Tiki Expedition. This podcast episode takes you through one of the most famous expeditions with some defaults My name is Malorie Mackey, and I’ve always had a strong passion for everything dorky and unusual.…

Stretching over 4,000 miles across South America, the Amazon River has supported an array of civilizations for millennia. However, most of them have stayed completely mysterious to the rest of the world. Well, that’s until Wade Davis, an anthropologist and ethnobotanist, came into the picture. He has spent decades of his life exploring this place.…

There’s something undeniably captivating about the idea of lost cities. Especially if these lost cities also hide an absurd amount of wealth. The quest for such places has led many explorers on difficult journeys, fueled by myths, legends, and sometimes, just a hunch. Among these modern-day adventurers is Steve Elkins, a filmmaker turned explorer whose…

Walter Raleigh was the kind of man you’d want at your dinner party: part swashbuckling pirate, part eloquent poet, and entirely a Renaissance maverick. His life story reads like a novel you can’t put down, filled with adventures on the high seas, grandiose explorations, courtly intrigue, and, of course, the occasional stint in the Tower…

Back in the early 19th century, when the United States started its westward expansion, one remarkable woman emerged as an essential figure in American history: Sacagawea. Born around 1788 in what is now Idaho, Sacagawea was a Shoshone woman whose knowledge, skills, and resilience were instrumental in the success of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.…

In this episode, Malorie discusses her second time visiting the Explorers Club Annual Dinner (ECAD) and what the actual event was like this year! Malorie discusses networking with the most interesting people, watching people bid thousands of dollars on epic trips, almost bidding on a crystal sword, watching her friend eat a tarantula, and feeling…

In the colorful patchwork of human history, few names stand out like Leif Erikson. He’s the Norse explorer who’s been captivating imaginations for ages, sailing across the vast North Atlantic long before Columbus grabbed the headlines. Erikson’s tale isn’t just about adventure and discovery; it’s about guts, grit, and that undeniable Viking urge to push…

David Livingstone was the ultimate Victorian adventurer, diving deep into Africa where few had ever set foot. His epic treks didn’t just put new places on the map—they also exposed the nasty business of the slave trade. Famous for his guts and his heart, Livingstone really shook things up, from geography to humanitarian efforts. And…

In this episode, Malorie discusses her second time visiting the Explorers Club Annual Dinner (ECAD) and what the clubhouse is like around the big dinner on Saturday night. From Thursday to Sunday around the Explorers Club Annual Dinner event each year, the club house is booming with explorers from all over the world. Malorie discusses…

This year, I went back to the Explorers Club Annual Dinner (ECAD), and it was everything I wanted it to be and more… like always. The theme of the evening was “The Cosmic Ballet”, and it took place at the Glasshouse in Manhattan. On top of the big event itself, there were additional shenanigans happening…

Imagine standing at the top of the world, breathing in the thin, icy air as you gaze out over a landscape so vast it stretches the limits of the imagination. This was the reality for Sir Edmund Hillary, a New Zealand beekeeper turned mountaineer. A pretty unique life story, right? And that’s just scratching the…

Welcome back to our series about extraordinary explorers throughout history. In today’s article, we’re going to discuss the life of one of England’s most enigmatic and controversial figures in history – Sir Frances Drake. Declared as a hero by some and a pirate by others, Drake’s life was truly an extraordinary one. As a naval…

Long before there was GPS or even maps of the world, explorers still went out into the world to embrace its wonders, and the everyday person still journeyed out and did what they had to do to survive. People got around in creative ways before modern navigational techniques were discovered. From stick charts to reading…

Are you someone who loves to travel for the love of nature? Do you enjoy exploring new and unusual places that prove to you the power and beauty of Mother Nature? Then Red Beach in Panjin, China is the ideal location for you. This extraordinary destination is a hidden gem on the northeastern coast of…

Urban exploring or urbex is a somewhat risky activity that is gaining popularity nowadays. To be specific, people who are seeking an adrenaline rush visit mysterious man-made locations to document their travel experiences. So, what is urbex, and why is it popular? Here are some reasons urban exploring is on the rise. What is Urban…

A lot of people are not familiar with Papua New Guinea. To be specific, this island is not as popular as other well-known destinations. The reason is likely because it’s more of a tribal, cultural spot and offers much less of a vacation-like environment than other places. In other words, it welcomes adventure more-so than…