EPISODE · Dec 20, 2024 · 33 MIN
Leonard Knight and Salvation Mountain
from False Summits: A History Podcast about the American West · host Mason Orlando - Jess Leigh - Marcello Aguilar
Let us know what you thinkIn this episode, the gang follows up on one of the subjects of our first episode and explores the fascinating story of Leonard Knight and his creation of Salvation Mountain, a vibrant, handmade monument found in slab city California. Knight’s vision, born out of a deep religious conviction, turned an isolated patch of land into a colorful beacon of creativity. Join us as we dive into his journey, the meaning behind the mountain, and how his passion for spreading love through art continues to inspire people internationally to this day. Sources https://salvationmountain.org/home/our-mission/https://www.kpbs.org/news/2014/feb/10/leonard-knight-creator-salvation-mountain-dies/Weird California: You Travel Guide to California's Local Legends and Best Kept Secretsby Greg Bishop , Joe Oesterle The Love Story of Leonard Knight Directed by Patrick ReaPlagues & Pleasures on the Salton Sea by Chris Metzler and Jeff SpringeSupport salvation mountain athttps://salvationmountain.org Thanks so much for listening!!!!!Like, subscribe, leave a review, wherever you can!!! Check us out with pictures on YouTube.com @ FalseSummitPodcast and like and subscribe !!!We would love to hear from you!Follow us on Instagram and bluesky @ false_summits_podFeel free to send an email to [email protected] Provided by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/
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