abandoned: The All-American Ruins Podcast
All-American Ruins
"abandoned: The All-American Ruins Podcast" offers an evocative exploration into the most intriguing and haunting sites across the United States. Each episode, produced by All-American Ruins, delves deep into the stories behind abandoned buildings, deserted towns, and forgotten landmarks. Hosted by experts in urban exploration and historians, the podcast uncovers the historical, cultural, and sometimes eerie narratives that led these sites to be left behind. From the rusting factories of the Rust Belt to the ghost towns of the Wild West, listeners are taken on a journey through the physical remnants of America's past, discovering the hidden tales of decline, transformation, and resilience that resonate with the contemporary American experience.
Episodes
Loving with Abandon in America's Ruins: Louis and Fletcher
"Loving with Abandon in America's Ruins: Louis and Fletcher" delves into the unique love story of Louis and Fletcher, who met while exploring an abandoned building. The episode, hosted by Blake Pfeil, captures their adventures and the evolution of their relationship, highlighted by their shared passion for discovering the stories hidden in neglected spaces. The narrative also touches on their individual backgrounds, including Fletcher's upbringing in West Virginia and Louis's connection to historical architecture, intensified by personal loss during 9/11. Their story is not just about love but also about finding companionship and understanding in shared interests, which for them, is the allure of America's abandoned ruins.
A 10,000 Year-Old Story: All-American Ruins & Human Nature Odyssey
In this engaging episode of "All-American Ruins," host Blake Pfeil and guest Alex Leff delve into the profound impact of abandoned spaces on our understanding of culture and history. They discuss the allure of such places, which serve as tangible connections to past epochs and evoke a sense of time travel. This episode originally aired for a select subscriber base and touches on themes of civilization, the environment, and personal memory. Through narratives around Blake's visits to abandoned locales and Alex's podcast "Human Nature Odyssey," they ponder the philosophical and emotional resonances of these sites. The conversation is rich with personal anecdotes, historical contexts, and reflections on the role of abandoned places in contemporary society.