WTTM #801 - "Sacred Landscapes - Author Sam Gennawey on America's National Parks"

CONTACT US TODAY! PATREON: http://www.patreon.com/wttmpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@windowtothemagic YouTube: http://youtube.com/windowtothemagic Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 1-307-GET-WTTM (438-9886)  On this episode, Paul sits down with Sam Gennawey, author of books such as "Walt and the Promise of Progress City" to discuss Sam's latest release... "Sacred Landscapes: One Van Lifer's Six-Year, 175,000-Mile National Park Journey" and they discuss how Walt Disney's theme parks are similar to America's national parks in amazing and unexpected ways.  LISTEN QUICK to find out how you can WIN a copy of Sam's book.   Entries must be received no later than February 15, 2026.   Listen now!  Enjoy!!  45 mins ))HD BINAURAL((  ABOUT THE BOOK: Sacred Landscapes chronicles Sam Gennawey's remarkable six-year, 175,000-mile, van-life journey exploring over 380 sacred locations preserved by the United States National Park Service. These remarkable parks showcase the best of America- the stunning beauty of nature, historic sites of great significance, and the stories of inspirational people who have left lasting impressions.  The National Park Service sites also serve as reminders of the country's darker moments, including slavery, the Civil War, the attempted Indigenous genocide, Japanese concentration camps, and other tragedies. Sam Gennawey, a former urban planner and noted theme park historian, delves into crucial questions about "we the people" of the United States, reflecting on his experiences as he undertakes this journey through America's national memory. He has even volunteered in many parks to gain a deeper understanding of their significance and fuller appreciation for how park rangers have carefully and creatively managed the environment to highlight their stories.  Combining travel experiences, insightful commentary, historical accounts, self-reflection, and practical tips for van life, Sacred Landscapes will inspire exploration, encouraging readers to visit and appreciate America's national parks' diverse and rich heritage. Take the journey of a lifetime with Sam Gennawey to learn the secrets of a park you thought you knew, or find a new one to explore.