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Bon Voyage Besties: Travel and FriendshipEpisode 11: Planning Your Dream Trip to Alaska with Valerie Stimac BaileyIn this episode, we chat with Alaska travel expert Valerie Stimac Bailey, who takes us behind the scenes of life in the Last Frontier. She shares what it was like growing up in Alaska and offers insider tips for planning the ultimate trip—whether you're chasing summer hikes or winter wonders.We also chat about the awe-inspiring beauty of Denali National Park, what to pack, how long to stay, and Valerie’s go-to tour companies. Beyond Alaska, Valerie shares tales from her adventures through national parks in Utah and beyond, with helpful tips for new...2025-04-1859 min
Alaska Uncovered PodcastHow to choose the best Alaska cruise for your family with Valerie Stimac Bailey - Traveler Stories SeriesText us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email)Fellow long time Alaska travel expert Valerie joins Jennie to share about bringing her baby to Alaska for the first time and how she decided on her cruise. Though Valerie grew up in Alaska and is an Alaska travel expert, this was her first time bringing her little one.Join Valerie’s Alaska Travel Tips Facebook groupValerie’s YouTube ChannelValerie and Vali...2024-12-0445 min
Traveling with AAAThe Top 5 Best Places to See the Northern Lights with Valerie StimacYou’ve decided to go for it and plan a wintery journey to gaze up at the stars. And, if you’re lucky, you might even witness the Aurora Borealis with your own eyes. Now, it’s time to narrow down your list of potential dark-sky destinations, so you can book your trip and start planning your cold-weather wardrobe. Today, Traveling with AAA host Angie Orth is back with travel and space tourism writer Valerie Stimac. The Alaska native and author of Lonely Planet’s Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism is here to share...2024-11-2805 minTraveling with AAABest Places to See the Northern Lights with Valerie StimacPicture yourself bundled up in a warm puffy coat, sipping a thermos of hot mulled wine. You’re looking up at the clear night sky, freckled with bright stars in every direction. Suddenly, you notice a hazy fog forming due north. Your guide enthusiastically grabs the camera and announces that this is it. The moment you’ve been waiting for …You’re about to meet the Aurora Borealis.If you’ve been dreaming of a celestial vacation, then experiencing the majestic phenomenon of the Northern Lights should be on your bucke...2024-11-2120 min
foXnoMad PodcastTracking Down Everywhere Anthony Bourdain Ate w/Writer Valerie Stimac BaileyValerie Stimac Bailey is the writer behind Eat Like Bourdain, a website cataloging over 1,500 spots around the world Anthony Bourdain ate so you can visit them too.Eat Like Bourdain: https://eatlikebourdain.com/Eat Like Bourdain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatlikebourdain/Anthony Bourdain subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/AnthonyBourdain/Intro/outro music: Particle HouseProduced by https://foxnomad.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-1843 minTraveling with AAA5 Astronomical Events & Where to See Them, with Valerie StimacAstrotourism is trending, and for good reason. The skies above us are magical places where things are happening all the time. Every once in a while, major events take place that are definitely worth putting on the calendar, even traveling for. But you can’t go if you’re not in the know. Today, Angie Orth is back with travel and space tourism writer Valerie Stimac. In our previous episode, we talked about astrotourism and some of the most spectacular shows in the sky, from comets to meteors to the fam...2024-02-2911 minTraveling with AAABest Astrotourism Destinations with Valerie StimacEveryone looks forward to a vacation. But did you ever think about looking up? Countless spectacular events take place in the skies above us. From magnificent meteor showers to the amazing auroras that blanket the North and South Poles, these natural phenomena are unforgettable experiences. So, why not build a travel itinerary that includes seeing something out of this world? Today, Angie Orth welcomes travel and space tourism writer Valerie Stimac. Having spent her formative years in Alaska admiring the northern lights each winter, she naturally became interested in al...2024-02-2221 minTraveling with AAAA Local's Guide to Alaska TravelSeeing bears and caribou while floating past gem-like glaciers isn’t a normal, everyday experience for most people. But for Alaskans, it’s just another day in the wild paradise of America’s 49th state. If you’ve been dreaming about seeing Alaska’s incredible range of wildlife and exploring the state’s crystal-clear waters, then you’re in luck. Today’s guest is here to help you get closer to ticking this wild mountain paradise off your bucket list. Well, for the first time, anyway. Today, Angie Orth welcomes Valerie St...2023-08-2422 minAlaska Uncovered PodcastBest of Alaska + Denali in 2023 with Valerie Stimac BaileyText us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email)Alaska travel expert Valerie Stimac Bailey joins Jennie to talk about favorite places in Alaska and Denali tips for 2023.Join Valerie’s Alaska Travel Tips Facebook groupValerie’s YouTube ChannelValerie and ValiseGet Jennie’s Alaska Travel planners and pre made itinerariesBook a trip planning session with J...2023-03-0146 min
Site School: Smarten Up Your BlogHello! What’s Site School? 🤔Welcome to Site School – the podcast for site owners and bloggers who want to learn, grow, and earn more.
In this first episode, I'm giving you a full introduction to your host – me! Valerie Stimac Bailey – and all the sites I run. I also cover the five core areas of focus on Site School, both this podcast and the blog I run too.
Helpful links from this episode include:
The Site School homepage, where you can find resources, case studies, and more.
How to Spin Out a Niche Site from Your Main Site, a resourc...2022-11-1711 min
Frictionless Innkeeper Podcast051: How Travel Influencers can Increase Bookings for your Property with Travel Blogger Valerie Stimac Working with a travel influencer may seem like something only larger hotel brands can afford. In reality, independent lodging properties can also leverage travel influencers to increase visibility for their area and bookings for their property. Valerie Stimac, a travel blogger and founder of Valerie & Valise, works with a variety of clients and offers an incredibly insightful perspective on how lodging professionals might best engage with travel influencers to benefit their property. We are very thankful to Valerie for sharing her insights with us. You can learn more about Valerie & Valise...2022-10-1747 min
Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel PodcastIs the Era of Space Tourism Here?In 2021, the internet reacted as the world’s wealthiest men blew millions of dollars to spend just a few minutes traveling to the edge of space. Right now, space tourism is for the rich and famous, but in the coming years, it may become more accessible to regular travelers.
We chat with space tourism journalist Valerie Stimac about what it's like to travel to space, the future of the space tourism industry, equity and representation in space, sustainability concerns, how much space travel will cost, and how to enjoy space from earth.
GUEST:
Valerie Stimac has...2022-08-3157 min
The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Other Minister (Chapter 1)Wow we have made it to chapter 1 of the Half-Blood Prince! The book begins (or ends in our case) stunningly, as we are plopped right into the muggle world where we see the viewpoint from the Prime minister.
Valerie does some digging and we discover some cool facts about our favorite characters and we wrap up the second season of the Glittering Bell Jar!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right t...2022-06-3022 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastSpinner’s End (Chapter 2)Here we are, approaching the end – er, beginning – of Harry Potter in the Half-Blood Prince. As we're reading the book backward, the time travel bit gets a tad confusing from time to time.
In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, we're traveling into the Muggle world to visit the home of the Half-Blood Prince himself, Severus Snape. There we get a peek into what life is like for Voldemort's supporters, and how Narcissa Malfoy is handling her husband's arrest and son's new mission.
Don't forget to support our podcast by subscribing, leaving us a rating, and gi...2022-06-2919 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastWill and Won’t (Chapter 3)Dumbledore pays 4 Privet Drive a visit in this chapter where he comes to rescue Harry for the summer. We get an intimate look at how Harry has grown up unable to express even the slightest emotions. Despite all of this he still remained good at his core.
Let's chat about that and more in this episode of the Glittering Bell Jar!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right to your door – it's almost like Owl Post...2022-06-2819 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastHorace Slughorn (Chapter 4)Love him or hate him, Horace Slughorn is a pretty important part of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Maybe that's why there's an entire chapter dedicated to him in the book – but we pretty much don't mention him at all in our analysis, so...
Join us for this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, where we talk about everything EXCEPT the subject of the chapter!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a m...2022-06-2717 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastAn Excess of Phlegm (Chapter 5)We are spending some time at the Burrow with our favorite red-headed family before the kids all head off to Hogwarts. This time with Harry, Hermione, and Fleur as additions to the family. Valerie and Brie try to pin down exactly when Tonks and Lupin fell in love and struggle with the O.W.L system.
Join us and find out which subjects they would get an Outstanding in!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right...2022-06-2622 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastDraco’s Detour (Chapter 6)Let's head down Knockturn Alley in this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast. We continue our backward reading of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by following Draco as he gives his mum the slip and makes his first, feeble attempts to reach Albus Dumbledore.
Speaking of his mum, Narcissa Malfoy, we chat about her too – as well as the equivalency of prefects and team captains, the Prefect's bathroom, the urban legend of Regulus' death, and Fred & George as lifestyle icons for the class clown.
Don't forget to support our podcast by subscribing, leaving us a rati...2022-06-2523 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Slug Club (Chapter 7)We are on the train and heading back to Hogwarts! Things are a little different this year since Hermione and Ron are Prefects. Harry begins in the Slug Club compartment and ends stunned on the ground after eavesdropping on Malfoy.
We talk all about Mr. Weasley being the "cool dad", whether Fleur is as vain as she pretends to be and so much more!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right t...2022-06-2421 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastSnape Victorious (Chapter 8)From Harry Potter's perspective, any chapter with the title "Snape Victorious" can't be good – but that's what we're discussing in this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar (A Harry Potter Podcast). Join us as we continue our backward reading of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince!
In this episode, we chat about book vs. movie Tonks, Harry's grief over Sirius' death, and Snape being, well, Snape! There's a lot to unpack in these characters as Snape achieves his long-held desire to teach Defense Against the Dark Arts.
Don't forget to support our podcast by subscribing, leaving us...2022-06-2318 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Half Blood Prince (Chapter 9)It's time we officially meet the Half-Blood Prince, well at least his book. In this episode, the kids are back at school and it's time to plan their class schedule. Due to a new potions professor, Harry picks up that fateful used potions book. We discuss that and more in this episode of the Glittering Bell Jar!
Join us as we continue our backward reading of Half-Blood Prince and the rest of the Harry Potter series!
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Subscribe to Th...2022-06-2226 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe House of Gaunt (Chapter 10)Here we are at last, with a full picture of Lord Voldemort – and Tom Riddle. In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, we're going to the House of Gaunt, to discuss all the dark secrets it holds, and why it plays a role in the development of the evilest villain in the Wizarding World.
If you, as we do, love Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince because of how it makes sense of and explains all the bad guys, this episode is for you! (However, if you're brand new, start at Episode 1 so it all mak...2022-06-2123 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastHermione’s Helping Hand (Chapter 11)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar, we chat about why the rules don't apply to Hermione and why Hagrid is so mad at the big 3!
Join us as we continue our backward reading of Half-Blood Prince and the rest of the Harry Potter series!
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Learn more about...2022-06-2025 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastSilver & Opals (Chapter 12)Forget "silver and gold" – we're talking Silver & Opals, that is, Chapter 12 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, in our backward reading of the Harry Potter Series.
In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, we discuss Malfoy's planning proficiency (spoilers: we DON'T agree!), Snape inventing spells (or just documenting them?), and the gems and easter eggs that J.K. Rowling is so good at hiding throughout these books.
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and...2022-06-1919 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Secret Riddle (Chapter 13)Welcome to another episode of Season 2 in The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast. Today we're discussing "The Secret Riddle," chapter 13 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, as we continue reading the book backward chapter by chapter (with daily episodes!).
In this episode, we naturally spend a lot of time discussing the young Tom Riddle, from his traumatic early years living in an orphanage backward to his time in Merope's womb and any trauma that may have occurred there. Like the book itself, we've been revealing Tom Riddle in reverse and making sense of the man who would b...2022-06-1822 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastFelix Felicis (Chapter 14)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar, we attempt to avoid talking about Ron in a chapter, pretty much all about Ron. Between Quidditch, snogging, and broken hearts, you won't want to miss this one!
Join us as we continue our backward reading of Half-Blood Prince and the rest of the Harry Potter series!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right to your door – it's almost like Owl Post! Get you...2022-06-1714 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Unbreakable Vow (Chapter 15)Welcome to another episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter podcast. We're continuing our reading of the Harry Potter series – backward! We're in chapter 15 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, The Unbreakable Vow
In this episode, we get to experience a Hogwarts Christmas Party hosted by none other than Slughorn himself. It is also where we learn that Malfoy is truly up to something and that even Snape is out of the loop.
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Subscribe to The...2022-06-1623 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastA Very Frosty Christmas (Chapter 16)It's Harry's sixth magical Christmas, and we're headed to the Burrow! Join us for the latest episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, where we discuss all of the important aspects of this particularly "frosty" holiday at the Weasley's – including Harry's confidence in fellow wizards, Scrimgeour's visit, and Mr. Weasley's sleepy satsuma scene.
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right to your door – it's almost like Owl Post! Get...2022-06-1521 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastA Sluggish Memory (Chapter 17)Welcome back to another episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter podcast. We're continuing our reading of the Harry Potter series – backward! This time, we're in chapter 17 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, almost halfway through our favorite book.
In this episode, we chat all about Dumbledore and Harry's relationship as it has grown from teacher-student to friends.
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right to your...2022-06-1423 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastBirthday Surprises (Chapter 18)Welcome back to another episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter podcast. We're continuing our reading of the Harry Potter series – backward! This time, we're in chapter 18 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, almost halfway through our favorite book.
In this episode, we discuss all kinds of important topics, including lima beans, American vs British pants, and wandless magic. This is one you won't want to miss!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a m...2022-06-1322 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastElf Tails (Chapter 19)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar, we discuss the lineage of the four Hogwarts houses, won-wons hospital visit, and Harry's obsession with Malfoy.
Join us as we continue our backward reading of Half-Blood Prince and the rest of the Harry Potter series!
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Learn more about this podcas...2022-06-1217 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastLord Voldemort’s Request (Chapter 20)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar, we're finally getting into the meat of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: learning about Voldemort! In this chapter, we're digging into two important memories about Lord Voldemort – and Tom Riddle – and exploring the themes and observations we had about him.
Join us as we continue our backward reading of Half-Blood Prince and the rest of the Harry Potter series!
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subsc...2022-06-1118 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Unknowable Room (Chapter 21)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar, we wonder about Malfoy and who he really is as a person. Is he as bad as he comes off, or is there a sweet, confused kid inside who wants to be loved? Or perhaps that is just well wishes from Moaning Myrtle. In this chapter, we have Harry obsessed with Malfoy very similarly to how Snape was obsessed with James and the crew, leading us to believe that maybe he and Snape aren't so different after all...
Join us as we continue our backward reading of Half-Blood Prince...2022-06-1014 min
Mediavine On AirPublishing Books with Jen Ruiz and Valerie Stimac | Mediavine On Air Episode 53Usually as a content creator, you're creating blogs, video content, and podcast. But there's multiple avenues to get your content and brand out there. Which all begs the question: have you ever wanted to publish a book? Writing a book is a natural segue for many bloggers, but the journey can seem large and long. In Summer of Live 2019, we talked to two Mediavine influencers who are both published authors: Jen Ruiz of Jen on a Jet Plane and Valerie Stimac of The Space Tourism Guide and Valerie & Valise. Jen and Valerie pack this episode with their honest individual experiences...2022-06-0958 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastAfter the Burial (Chapter 22)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, we continue the inevitable march of time – backward – through Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
This time we're discussing After the Burial (ch. 22), in which Felix shows his real strength and Harry shows his care for Hagrid, savvy with non-verbal spells for refilling wine bottles, and Dumbledore-level manipulation in getting Slughorn to give him the all-important Horcrux memory.
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If you didn't catch on, this episode is all about Horcruxes and we head back to the moment in Tom Riddle's life where he learned the truth about Horcruxes and his plan to create not only one but seven of them. We deep dive into Tom Riddle and Harry Potter finding even more similarities between the two of them. You won't want to miss i...2022-06-0819 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastSectumsempra (Chapter 24)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, join us as we step back one chapter to discuss Sectumsempra, chapter 24 of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
While the spell that this chapter is titled after might seem like an important point of discussion, we instead meander through a variety of other topics: legilimency, Snape, Advanced Potion Making, Snape, bullying, and Snape (were just a few of our favorite subjects, like Uncle Vernon's list of things to complain about).
In any case, it's become quite clear by this point in the...2022-06-0720 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Seer Overheard (Chapter 25)We're back for another episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast. In this episode, we learn the pivotal role that Severus Snape had in Harry becoming the "Chosen One." Without his role in hearing the prophecy, Harry's life might have been much different; we dive into how this affects Harry, Snape, and the entire Wizarding World.
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box delivered right to your door – it's almost like Owl Post...2022-06-0618 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Cave (Chapter 26)In this week's episode of The Glittering Bell Jar we continue our backward reading of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, and spend time in perhaps the most important chapter in the book: The Cave (Chapter 26).
In The Cave, we discuss Dumbledore's wisdom and deep magic knowledge, Harry's confidence and instincts about Voldemort, Dumbledore's visions when drinking the potion, and Harry's character as a man of his word. (All this to say, Snape doesn't even come up once!)
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S...2022-06-0520 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Lightning Struck Tower (Chapter 27)This is the big one: the chapter that leads to the death of Albus Dumbledore. For this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, we're discussing our anti-heroes, Malfoy and Snape. How has Malfoy gotten to this point, the point of killing our beloved headmaster, and how does Snape end up being the one to administer the killing blow?
Join us for a discussion of a heart-breaking episode and all the heart-breaking backstory we think led to it.
Don't forget to support our podcast by subscribing, leaving us a rating, and giving us a...2022-06-0421 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastFlight of the Prince (Chapter 28)In this aptly named chapter of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Severus Snape is on the move – and it's no surprise that almost all of our discussion in this episode is about everyone's least favorite Hogwarts teacher. As we move backward through Half-Blood Prince, we're discovering there's more to this misunderstood man, revealing new aspects of his character in a way that only the Glittering Bell Jar can.
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Subscribe to The Accio Box and save on a magical subscription box...2022-06-0320 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastPhoenix Lament (Chapter 29)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, Valerie and Brie are back, with new energy, a new book, a new season, and a brand new podcast format! Join them for one chapter per episode, dropping all month long.
To kick off Season 2, we're reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince backward!
In episode 2 we find ourselves in the last moments of Albus Dumbledore's life. We cover the prejudices that even our favorite HP characters have and how Dumbledore spent his entire life fighting those prejudices through trust and love.
Don...2022-06-0218 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe White Tomb (Chapter 30)In this episode of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast, Valerie and Brie are back, with new energy, a new book, a new season, and a brand new podcast format! Join them for one chapter per episode, dropping all month long.
To kick off Season 2, we're reading Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince backward! This episode is all about Chapter 30, "The White Tomb," and we discuss Dumbledore's funeral, the characters we love and will be keeping an eye on this season, and the power of "nitwit, oddment, blubber, and tweak."
Don't forget to support o...2022-06-0116 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastDeathly Hallows Film Discussion {Part 1 & 2}Here we are at last... It's the grand finale of our first season of The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast.
In this episode, we're joined by listener – and uber Harry Potter nerd (aka our favorite kind of people) – Samantha. We discuss the two Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows films as a way of wrapping up our backward reading of the book.
Join us for a fun conversation with new insights into both the Harry Potter films and Harry Potter book series, as well as some mic-drop moments as we connect the dots in t...2022-03-2951 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Beginning of The End {Chapter 4, 3, 2 & 1}Here we are, at the beginning of the end – or is it the end of the beginning for our little Harry Potter podcast?
In this week's episode of The Glittering Bell Jar, we discuss the first four chapters of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: The Seven Potters (ch. 4), The Dursleys Departing (ch. 3), In Memorium (ch. 2), and The Dark Lord Ascending (ch. 1). There's a lot to unpack, from the cultishness of Death Eaters to Dudley's unique way of showing his cousinly love for Harry.
We also chat about important Deep Magic (to borrow a phrase from...2022-03-2259 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastA Wedding, A Will & Merlin’s Saggy Left... {Chapter 8, 7, 6 & 5}Sure it's a 700-page book, but how about we cover 100+ pages of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows in this week's episode of the Glittering Bell Jar!
To be fair, all four of the chapters covered in this week's episode – The Wedding (ch. 8), The Will of Albus Dumbledore (ch. 7), The Ghoul in Pyjamas (ch. 6), and Fallen Warrior (ch. 5) – take place at Ron's childhood home, the Burrow, in the last moments of peace, normalcy, and joy before the dark events to come. Join us as we go through each of these chapters, examining each character, tracking different threads of th...2022-03-1553 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastOnce Upon a Time at Grimmauld Place {Chapter 11, Chapter 10, Chapter 9}While it might not be the most pleasant place, in this episode of the Glittering Bell Jar, we discuss how Grimmauld Place becomes a safe haven for Harry Potter, Ron, and Hermione after they flee a surprise attack by the Death Eaters.
In our backward exploration of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, we cover The Bribe (ch. 11), Kreacher's Tale (ch. 10), and A Place to Hide (ch. 9), and discuss such things as the magic of house elves, the Taboo and Fidelius Charms, and Sirius Black's teenage dating habits.
Don't forget to support our podcast by leaving a f...2022-03-0847 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastSpoilers: It Begins and Ends with Umbridge {Chapter 13, Chapter 12}Do villains think they're really villains?
Could Sirius have reconciled with Kreacher?
Did Harry live in No. 12 Grimmauld Place after Hogwarts?
Such are the questions we ponder in this week's episode of the Glittering Bell Jar. As we read Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows backward, we've discovered new details and pondered the arcs and themes of characters at length; now as we approach the end – er, the beginning – of the book, things are moving quite quickly – but it's not too late to join in if you're new to the show!
Don't forget t...2022-03-0146 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter Podcast#TentLife {Chapter 15, Chapter 14}Nomad life is so in right now, until it's because you accidentally revealed the secret location of your home, exposed your only-recently-loyal house elf to Death Eaters, and ended up living from an un-heated tent with no food supplies... But we're getting ahead of ourselves!
In this week's episode of The Glittering Bell Jar, we're exploring The Goblin's Revenge (ch. 15) and The Thief (ch. 14) during our backward exploration of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. So while we don't officially know why Harry, Ron, and Hermione are on the run with a giant, nasty horcrux, we do...2022-02-2245 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastIn Godric’s Hollow {Chapter 17, Chapter 16}At long last – no matter which way you're reading Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Harry and Hermione visit Godric's Hollow: birthplace of both Godric Gryffindor and Harry Potter, hometown of Albus Dumbledore, and place where the Golden Snitch was first forged. No matter how you slice it, ol' Goddy's place is pretty darn important to the magical world – and perhaps even more so for Harry himself.
In this episode, we discuss two chapters, Bathilda's Secret (ch. 17) and Godric's Hollow (ch. 16), continuing our examination of loss, love, death, and magic for Harry, Hermione, and Ron (despite his absenc...2022-02-1549 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastLife, Lies & Loss in the Forest of Dean {Chapter 19, Chapter 18}In the heart of winter, Harry and Hermione find themselves alone, together, in the Forest of Dean. It's here that we join them this week on our backwards journey through Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. In this episode we cover The Silver Doe (ch. 19) and The Life and Lies of Albus Dumbledore (ch. 18) – two chapters which at first glance seem to share little in common but give us a deep insight into each of The Big Three's true character, strengths, and weaknesses.
Please don't forget to support our podcast by leaving a five-star rating and review!...2022-02-0854 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Tale of the Three Hallows {Chapter 22, Chapter 21, Chapter 20}At long last in our winding exploration of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – we actually learn about the Deathly Hallows! In this week's episode of the Glittering Bell Jar, we're reading backwards through The Deathly Hallows (ch. 22), The Tale of the Three Brothers (ch. 21), and Xenophilius Lovegood (ch. 20). We discuss the Deathly Hallows in the great detail they were always due, and with the attention and passion which Hermione and Ron just wouldn't give them in Chapter 22.
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Subscribe to The Ac...2022-02-0157 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastVoldemort’s Grave Mistake(s) {Chapter 24, Chapter 23}In this week’s episode of the Glittering Bell Jar, we’re traveling to rewinding back to visit two family homes: The Wandmaker (ch. 24) and Malfoy Manor (ch. 23). Obviously very different places, we discuss family ties, love, and the bloodstained history of the Elder Wand on our ongoing backwards journey through Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
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2022-01-2547 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastLore & Data {Episode 26, Episode 25}In this week’s episode of the Glittering Bell Jar, we’re traveling to Gringotts (ch. 26) and Shell Cottage (ch. 25) on our backwards journey through Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. In it we’ll cover wands and wand lore, goblins and goblin lore, and why Luna is the most consistent character in the entire series.
2022-01-1944 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastReturn of the Neville {Chapter 29, Chapter 28, Chapter 27}In this week’s episode, join us as we slide back toward the beginning of the Deathly Hallows’ third act. We’re covering “The Lost Diadem” (ch. 29), “The Missing Mirror” (ch. 28), and “The Final Hiding Place” (ch. 27) – a lot in a short span of time. We also discuss the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone 20th Anniversary Reunion that happened at the beginning of January 2022 and ship on Tom-Emma vs. Helena-Dan.
2022-01-1253 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastThe Battle Begins {Chapter 31, Chapter 30}This week, we’re transforming back into an egg – or at least we wish we could hide in an egg as we cover two intense chapters of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: “The Battle of Hogwarts” (ch. 31) and “The Sacking of Severus Snape” (ch. 30). These two meaty chapters give us lots to discuss, from the awesome powers of Herbology to Professor Trelawney’s tennis serve.
2022-01-0544 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastAlways {Chapter 34, Chapter 33, Chapter 32}In this week’s episode of the Glittering Bell Jar, we’re stepping backwards in the Deathly Hallows to look at three chapters: “The Forest Again” (ch. 34), “The Prince’s Tale” (ch. 33), and “The Elder Wand” (ch. 32). Join us as we discuss the emotional heart of the Harry Potter saga, and why we’ll “always” love this series.
2022-01-0551 minThe Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastAll Is Well {Epilogue, Chapter 36, Chapter 35}Welcome to the first episode of the Glittering Bell Jar! In this episode, we dive into the world of Harry Potter starting all the way at the last few chapters of the Deathly Hallows. We begin with “19 Years Later” dive into “The Flaw in the Plan” and “Kings Cross”. Join us as we look at Harry Potter through a new lens!
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The Glittering Bell Jar: A Harry Potter PodcastTrailerIntroducing The Glittering Bell Jar. Ready to explore Harry Potter in a new way? Then join Valerie Stimac and Brie Goumaz as they read the immortal series backwards and rediscover the magic that made them life long fans.
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Restoring DarknessThe Space Tourism Race with Valerie Stimac Bailey Valerie Stimac Bailey is a travel, space, and astrotourism writer. She founded Space Tourism Guide in 2017, and her first book Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism was published by Lonely Planet in 2019. Valerie thinks that space travel will be available as a “bucket list” goal to the average person in the not too distant future. In the meantime, let’s make the night sky accessible to everyone so we can all experience “the Milky Way effect.” 2021-07-071h 04
Get A Grip On Lighting PodcastStarving for Darkness #14 - The Space Tourism RaceValerie Stimac Bailey is a travel, space, and astrotourism writer. She founded Space Tourism Guide in 2017, and her first book Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism was published by Lonely Planet in 2019. Valerie thinks that space travel will be available as a “bucket list” goal to the average person in the not too distant future. In the meantime, let’s make the night sky accessible to everyone so we can all experience “the Milky Way effect.” 2021-07-071h 04
TRAVEL ITCH RADIOTravelers who need more space may take that word literally -- by looking up at the heavens and considering celestial tourism. So says Valerie Stimac, author of Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism, published last September by Lonely Planet. She'll share her love of space, the stars, and the future when she visits TRAVEL ITCH RADIO on Thursday, November 12. Listen live at 8p EST as she talks with host and executive producer Dan Schlossberg and co-host Maryellen Nugent Lee. The show airs on iTunes and BlogTalkRadio.com and will be posted after airing on the TRAVEL ITCH RADIO Facebook...2020-11-1330 min
The Globetrotter LoungeEp 50 | Valerie Stimac: Astrotourism and Space TourismI talk with Valerie Stimac, a travel writer who specializes in astrotourism and space tourism. She is creator of the travel blog Valerie & Valise, and the Space Tourism Guide website, which focuses on all things space-related. A regular contributor to Forbes and Lonely Planet, she is author of the book Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism, published in September 2019. Valerie shares what sparked her love of travel, how she became an astrotourism expert, and why this type of travel still works during a pandemic. She offers useful insights, tips and resources during this fascinating and timely conversation.2020-07-1748 min
World FootprintsTwo Surprising 2020 Travel Trends: Nakations and Space TourismFor 2020, nude travel and space tourism are two of the top travel trends that we’ll see emerge. Surprised? Don’t be.
Nakations, otherwise known as nude recreation and nude travel represents a $550 million global industry. Jeff Baldasarre with the American Association for Nude Recreation, an organization that represents 52 million individuals and 180 resorts and campgrounds worldwide, says that nude recreation is safe and wholsesome and that it enriches a person’s physical, spiritual, and mental health and is unlike anything the media portrays.
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The Travelers BlueprintTTB 076: Lonely Planet - Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to AstrotourismValerie Stimac is a San Francisco Bay Area-based space tourism and travel writer. She began working with Lonely Planet in 2014, providing local content about Seattle and San Francisco. In 2019, her first book Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism was published by Lonely Planet, and she has also contributed to other Lonely Planet books including The Universe. Her love of space was inspired by growing up in Alaska, watching the northern lights, and seeing the Comet Hale-Bopp in 1997. While her professional career is focused on tourism rather than science, she's working to make space accessible and help more people...2020-01-271h 10The Travelers BlueprintTTB 076: Lonely Planet - Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to AstrotourismValerie Stimac is a San Francisco Bay Area-based space tourism and travel writer. She began working with Lonely Planet in 2014, providing local content about Seattle and San Francisco. In 2019, her first book Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism was published by Lonely Planet, and she has also contributed to other Lonely Planet books including The Universe. Her love of space was inspired by growing up in Alaska, watching the northern lights, and seeing the Comet Hale-Bopp in 1997. While her professional career is focused on tourism rather than science, she's working to make space accessible and help more people...2020-01-271h 10
World FootprintsTwo Surprising 2020 Travel Trends: Nakations and Space TourismFor 2020, nude travel and space tourism are two of the top travel trends that we'll see emerge. Surprised? Don't be.
Nakations, otherwise known as nude recreation and nude travel represents a $550 million global industry. Jeff Baldasarre with the American Association for Nude Recreation, an organization that represents 52 million individuals and 180 resorts and campgrounds worldwide, says that nude recreation is safe and wholsesome and that it enriches a person’s physical, spiritual, and mental health and is unlike anything the media portrays.
Valerie Stimac, space tourism expert and author of a Lonely Planet book about astrotourism called Dark Skies says that th...2020-01-2129 min
World FootprintsTwo Surprising 2020 Travel Trends: Nakations and Space TourismFor 2020, nude travel and space tourism are two of the top travel trends that we'll see emerge. Surprised? Don't be.Nakations, otherwise known as nude recreation and nude travel represents a $550 million global industry. Jeff Baldasarre with the American Association for Nude Recreation, an organization that represents 52 million individuals and 180 resorts and campgrounds worldwide, says that nude recreation is safe and wholsesome and that it enriches a person’s physical, spiritual, and mental health and is unlike anything the media portrays.Valerie Stimac, space tourism expert and author of a Lonely Planet book about astrotourism entitled Da...2020-01-2129 min
Travel Fuels Life®Valerie Stimac | Astrotourism and Dark Skies: Traveling to See the StarsWe spend much of our time looking around for places to travel. But how often do you look up? Join me as I interview Valerie Stimac, the author of Lonely Planet's Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism, as we look at dark sky designated viewing areas, how to travel to eclipse and aurora viewing areas, see meteor showers, and search the galaxies.2019-12-0945 min
Out Of Office: A Travel PodcastDark Skies and Stargazing with Valerie StimacThis week on Out of Office: A Travel Podcast, Kiernan interviews Valerie Stimac, the author of Lonely Planet’s newest guide “Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism.” We learn about dark sky certifications, the best places on earth to study the stars, and why everyone has to make time to see the Milky Way. Plus, Ryan goes to Florida. Things we talked about in today’s podcast: “Dark Skies: A Practical Guide to Astrotourism” https://shop.lonelyplanet.com/products/dark-skies-1 International Dark Sky Association https://www.darksky.org/ Valerie...2019-11-1947 min
Matthew Felix On Air: People Who Create. People Who Make a Difference.Space Tourism, Astrotourism, & Space Camp with Lonely Planet Travel Guide Writer Valerie StimacValerie Stimac is founder and editor of Space Tourism Guide. She started the site after realizing how many friends and family had never seen the Milky Way, and that space tourism was going to unlock the next great travel destination: space!
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For this, my first show of 2019, I talked with Valerie about what “space tourism” encompasses, from happenings here on Earth (e.g., stargazing, watching rocket launches, and her experience at space camp!) to when we might be able to plan our next vacation on Mars (i.e., the latest on space-travel efforts underway by Branson, Musk, Bezos, and more).2019-02-1100 min
The Creator's Mind004 Valerie StimacValerie Stimac is travel blogger based out of Oakland, CA. She started blogging to document her life but now uses this skill to share her experiences of travel and passion for space tourism. Valerie's Travel Instagram: www.instagram.com/valerie_valise/?hl=enValerie's Travel Website: www.valisemag.com Valerie's Space Tourism Instagram: www.instagram.com/spacetourismguide/?hl=en Valerie's Space Tourism Website: spacetourismguide.com2018-08-1322 min
Pubcast WorldwideA Tribute to Anthony Bourdain | A Pubcast Worldwide Special EditionIs it possible to define the influence and legacy of Anthony Bourdain? He was an inspiration to so many people in the travel and culinary worlds, including many past guests of the Pubcast. In this special edition of Pubcast Worldwide, four former guests return to the show to discuss the impact Bourdain had on their own travels and careers, and the broader legacy he is leaving behind. Broke-Ass Stuart, Ryan Drysdale, Valerie Stimac, and Nathaniel Boyle join me in a conversation reflecting on their first experiences with Bourdain, his raw, authentic style that set him apart, and...2018-07-1100 minPubcast WorldwideEp. 37 | Valerie Stimac | Travel Writer at Valerie & Valise | Live from Drake’s Dealership in Oakland, CASpace Tourism? If you don’t know what that is, Valerie Stimac is here to tell you! Valerie is the creator of the successful travel blog Valerie & Valise, which has helped her springboard into a number of other gigs within the travel writing industry; she’s a long-time contributor to Lonely Planet, and the Managing Editor for Go Overseas. Most recently, she launched the Space Tourism Guide, an out-of-this-world resource for astro tourism and the emerging idea of commercial space travel. And yes, this episode has a couple of space puns… Valerie met up with...2018-05-3100 min
The History Fangirl PodcastSpace Tourism in Houston, Texas While the History Fangirl Podcast has typically gone around the world to find the most fascinating stories, today we’re taking our eyes off the Earth and casting our gaze starward. Today’s guest is Valerie Stimac, an accomplished travel writer in her own right, who has started a unique site at spacetravelguide.com. While she isn’t quite making recommendations for the burgeoning field of travel into space, Valerie does specialize in covering travel destinations that are of interest to space geeks around the world. In this week’s episode we talk about the history of the Natio...2018-04-2300 min
The Art of Personal Growth Podcast | Amber BeamTrue Life as a Remote Freelancer with Valerie Stimac (E38)Is it the 'gig economy?' Or the 'freelance revolution?' This week, I sat down with remote freelance marketing consultant Valerie Stimac to talk about 'the future of work' and people's misconceptions about it. She shares tips and advice on designing your own dream job, and preparing for the work it takes to get there.
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