Episodes

  • WHERE'S NEXT? PANAMA
    Mar 17 2024

    In this episode we are going to look at the key indigenous groups and their battle to keep their way of life. The Effects of the Spanish, the Gran Colombia, we have to talk about the canal and we will finally luck at panamas independence before a little bit of recent history.

    Make sure to check out the website for more information on Panama at:

    www.backpackersblueprint.com

    https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/panama

    https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/post/panama-city-best-things-to-do

    https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/post/island-hopping-san-blas-island

    https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/post/bocas-del-toro-hostels

    For further reading check out:

    https://www.britannica.com/place/Panama

    https://www.wikipedia.org/panama

    https://pancanal.com/en/

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    33 mins
  • WHERE'S NEXT? COSTA RICA
    Mar 3 2024

    Explore the rich history of Costa Rica in this podcast journey. From ancient archaeology, to modern times, discover the milestones that have shaped this beautiful country. Perfect for history enthusiasts and travelers alike. 🌎🏛️

    www.backpackersblueprint.com

    https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/costa-rica

    Bibliography for you to explore

    https://costarica.org/facts/history/

    https://philip.greenspun.com/cr/moon/history

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guayabo_National_Monument

    https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1453/

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    28 mins
  • WHERES NEXT? NICARAGUA
    Feb 17 2024

    Going to Nicaragua? Here is your chance to understand more about the country as Architect Jack Thompson explores the origin story of the country from the indigenous inhabitants, to the Spanish invasion, British intervention, rebel uprisings, US occupation, the Somoza years and the formation of the Sandinista before finishing on modern day politics.

    www.backpackersblueprint.com

    https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/nicaragua

    References for the show for further exploration:

    https://www.wikipedia.org/

    https://www.britannica.com/place/Nicaragua/Cultural-institutions

    https://www.getyourguide.co.uk

    https://www.jstor.org

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    35 mins
  • WHERE'S NEXT? GUATEMALA
    Feb 4 2024

    If you have ever wondered how Guatemala formed as a country then you are listening to the right podcast. Architect Jack Thompson looks over the history of this beautiful country to give us a better understanding of the events that led to its formation.

    www.backpackersblueprint.com

    https://www.backpackersblueprint.com/north-america/guatemala

    Show Notes and Bibliography for further reading.

    Websites

    https://www.britannica.com/topic/Maya-people

    https://www.tikalnationalpark.org/

    https://www.britannica.com

    https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/docs/DOC_0000135796.pdf

    https://www.spanish.academy/blog

    Books

    History Encyclopedia

    The Complete History of Architecture

    Documentaries

    Slice History

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    37 mins
  • WHERE'S NEXT? MEXICO
    Jan 21 2024

    In the first episode of its kind, we are going to discover the history of Mexico, from the Mayans to the Aztecs, exploring the effects of the Spanish before talking festival, spirits, food and music.

    For our journey:

    www.backpackersblueprint.com

    www.backpackersblueprint.com/mexico

    Additional Podcasts to explore:

    The BBC food program - A beginners guide to Mezcal

    The Agave Road Trip

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    39 mins