In this heartfelt episode of Cosmic Conversations, host Glenda welcomes treasure hunter Gypsy Jewels, whose passion for discovery began in childhood. From exploring the mountains of West Texas with her father in search of fossils and artifacts, to scouring alleyways and diving dumpsters for forgotten finds, the thrill of the hunt has always been in her soul. At age six, Gypsy unearthed her very first treasure—an old pair of spectacles—using her uncle’s metal detector, sparking a lifelong love for treasure hunting.
Over the past 27 years, Gypsy’s journey has expanded in incredible ways. Today, she is a Field Team Member with Garrett Metal Detectors, a contributor to online publications, and co-host of the Treasure Vortex podcast. Her expertise has brought her to national television, with appearances on the Discovery Channel and History Channel, as well as pre-production work with her co-host Melissa for Mysteries of The Missing.
In this conversation, Gypsy shares not only her stories of treasure hunting, but also her insights on how healing can take many forms—whether it’s uncovering lost history, reconnecting with the earth, or finding empowerment through the search itself. Through her experiences, Gypsy shows that treasure is not only what we find in the ground—it is also the journey of discovery within ourselves.
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CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.