Coast to Coast on a Horse

Constant Wonder • Season 2022, Episode 1067

Jun 30, 2021 • 53m

In 1954, when Annie Wilkins' doctor gives her two years to live, she leaves Maine on a horse in pursuit of the Pacific Ocean. And, in 1894, Annie Londonderry shocked the world by setting off on a solo world-wide biking tour.

Episode Segments

Horseback Cross-Country Trekker Inspires the NationJun 30, 202141mIn 1954, this 63-year-old woman sets off across the country on a horse.

In 1954, this 63-year-old woman sets off across the country on a horse.

Around the World on Bike, in BloomersJun 30, 202112mA century ago, this young mother caused a sensation by announcing she'd travel the world alone on a bike.

A century ago, this young mother caused a sensation by announcing she'd travel the world alone on a bike.