The Last Empty Places

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Exploration writer and historian Peter Stark revisits out of the way places in America that many listeners have driven through but may not have fully appreciated, understood, or contemplated. A segment for the Eagle Scout in us all, The Last Empty Places is a love letter to the folks who still search for the frontier in the far corners of America. Lindsay, Jimmy, and Peter take the listener to a world where the only thing to guide you are the stars and your wits.

Episodes

  1. 10/24/2025

    Exploring the Dark Side of History | Peter Stark on Cannibalism in “The Last Empty Places”

    On this edition of The Last Empty Places on Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome back author and adventurer Peter Stark — the mind behind The Last Empty Places. This week’s journey takes a chilling turn as Peter explores the grim history and cultural context of cannibalism across America’s forgotten frontiers. From survival stories to moral boundaries tested in isolation, Peter unpacks what these tales reveal about human nature, fear, and endurance. Known for weaving together history, geography, and storytelling, Peter’s insights help us see these “empty” places not just as landscapes — but as mirrors of who we are. Learn more about Peter Stark and his work: https://www.peterstarkauthor.com/ Follow Peter Stark on social media: Instagram:  / peterstark_adventure_historian  Facebook:  / peterwstark  Twitter:  / starkadventurer  Tune in to more Road Gang Radio conversations exploring history, adventure, and the American landscape. Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

    26 min

  2. 09/26/2025

    The Last Empty Places with Author Peter Stark | Road Gang Radio

    Join hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler on Road Gang Radio for a conversation with acclaimed author and adventurer Peter Stark about his book “The Last Empty Places.” Stark takes us on a journey through the overlooked and out-of-the-way corners of America — places many have driven through, but few have truly paused to appreciate. Building on last month’s discussion of “How to Get Lost and Why It’s Important,” Stark explores how the wild, empty spaces of the U.S. connect us to history, reflection, and the deeper meaning of travel. Whether you’re a long-haul trucker rolling across America or an adventurer seeking the unknown, this conversation will inspire you to look at the open road in a whole new way. Learn more about Peter Stark: https://www.peterstarkauthor.com/ Instagram:  / peterstark_adventure_historian  Facebook:  / peterwstark  Twitter:  / starkadventurer  Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below. Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne... Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro... We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we... Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

    30 min

  3. 08/22/2025

    Maps Before Google: Could You Navigate?

    Road Gang Radio hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome back friend of the show, adventurer and author Peter Stark (The Last Empty Places), to explore America’s overlooked landscapes and forgotten navigation skills. Topic Highlights: Do we still need the cardinal directions (North, South, East, West) in today’s GPS-driven world? How did early explorers know where they were without modern technology? Could you navigate a long-haul trip using an astrolabe? A look at America’s last empty places—those out-of-the-way stops many truckers pass through but rarely get to appreciate. Learn more about Peter Stark: Website: peterstarkauthor.com Instagram: @peterstark_adventure_historian Facebook: Peter W. Stark Twitter/X: @StarkAdventurer Road Gang Radio – where trucking, culture, and the open road collide. Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below. Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne... Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro... We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we... Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

    29 min

  4. 07/25/2025

    The Last Empty Places: Exploring America’s Hidden History with Peter Stark

    Join Lindsay Lawler and Jimmy Mac on Road Gang Radio as they sit down with author and adventurer Peter Stark, diving into his fascinating book “The Last Empty Places.” Peter takes listeners on a journey through lesser-known corners of America—places many have driven past but few truly appreciate. In this episode, discover the epic tale of European explorers searching for the legendary Island of California and the mysterious Amazon women believed to rule it. Uncover stories of adventure, exploration, and history that will change how you see the backroads and the legends behind them.

    27 min

  5. 06/27/2025

    Peter Stark on Forgotten Roads & Founding Legends: The Last Empty Places

    On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome acclaimed author and adventure historian Peter Stark to explore the quiet corners of America—places drivers pass through, but rarely pause to appreciate. In his book The Last Empty Places, Peter guides us through remote, rugged, and resonant American landscapes—places where silence still reigns and history lingers. He shares stories of journeys into these out-of-the-way places and what they reveal about the American spirit, identity, and endurance. But that’s not all. In honor of the 250th birthday of the United States, Peter also rewinds to June 1775, when a not-so-successful young officer named George Washington was named Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. What did Washington bring to the table—beyond a sharp uniform and a fondness for silver lace? Peter unpacks the unexpected story behind Washington’s rise to command.

    36 min
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Exploration writer and historian Peter Stark revisits out of the way places in America that many listeners have driven through but may not have fully appreciated, understood, or contemplated. A segment for the Eagle Scout in us all, The Last Empty Places is a love letter to the folks who still search for the frontier in the far corners of America. Lindsay, Jimmy, and Peter take the listener to a world where the only thing to guide you are the stars and your wits.

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  • Episodes
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