Life in Motion

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy talks with Jenifer Wisniewski of the National Deer Association about the bigger conservation story behind deer hunting. Jenifer shares how hunters help fund wildlife conservation, how habitat work on public and private lands can benefit deer, pollinators, and other wildlife, and why food is such an important part of the conversation. They talk about the m...

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy talks with Cat Fribley, Executive Director of Birdability, about making birding and the outdoors more accessible and inclusive. Cat shares how birding first became a source of calm and connection in her own life, and how a later mobility-related disability changed the way she experienced nature. That journey eventually led her to Birdability, an organizat...

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy talks with Sarah Brobst of Ijams Nature Center about the growth of a 20-acre family property into more than 330 acres of trails, water access, climbing, education, and outdoor experiences in Knoxville. Sarah also shares the unconventional path that brought her back to Ijams, from working with big cats in Arkansas and wildlife in Texas to botany work in Al...

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy talks with Michelle Ellena of Mindful Action for Regeneration (MAR), about reconnecting people with nature in a way that feels joyful, welcoming, and accessible. Michelle shares how moving to Florida and experiencing a completely different environment helped inspire MAR, along with her belief that people are more likely to protect the places they genuinel...

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy talks with strength, energy, and longevity coach Chris Ryan about staying strong, healthy, and active as life gets busier. Chris shares how his background as a college athlete, entrepreneur, fitness model, and trainer shaped the way he approaches health today. They talk about why 20–30 minute workouts can be enough, how consistency beats extreme fitness p...

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy talks with Taylor Nichols, host of Bike Talk Radio, fresh off a 3,461-mile bike ride from California to his childhood home in Michigan. The reason behind the ride made the journey even more meaningful: connecting his daughters, who are beginning their adult lives, with his 101-year-old father—with a handwritten letter carried along the way. Taylor shares...

In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy talks with Tana Grenda, owner of Bristol Bay Fitness, host of Grenda’s Getaways, and author of the Wiley-Boo-Hah outdoor children’s books. Tana shares how getting her pilot’s license at 17 eventually led her to Bush Alaska, where she and her husband built a life around family, adventure, and living off the land. They talk about becoming foster parents to a...

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy talks with Dean Knuth of Arizona River Runners about what it’s actually like to experience the Grand Canyon from the river. Dean shares how he went from never having rafted before to spending more than a decade helping others take on one of the most memorable trips of their lives. They talk about the different ways to explore the canyon, why the trip is m...

In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy sits down with Marisa Wong, known as the “queen of experiences,” to talk about how travel, sports, and live events can bring people together in unforgettable ways. Marisa shares how an early passion for adventure turned into a global business designing retreats, summits, and experiences across 65 countries. They talk about the power of human connection, wh...

In this episode of Life in Motion , Jeremy catches up with old friend Casey Smith — also the second-ever guest on the podcast — for a conversation that feels equal parts reflective, honest, and inspiring. Casey shares how life has shifted over the years from BMX to running, coaching, parenting, travel, and trying to find balance through it all. They talk about supporting your kids when they find t...

In this episode of Life in Motion, we chat with Christina Redman of the G5 Trail Collective about the bigger story unfolding in Old Fort, North Carolina. What started as trail development became something much deeper — a way to strengthen community, support local businesses, and help a mountain town move toward renewal.  Christina shares her own path into outdoor work, the vision behind Camp Grier...

In this episode of Life in Motion, we chat with Kurt Belding, the force behind Western Obsession TV, about how a childhood spent outdoors in rural Nebraska grew into a life built around adventure, storytelling, and wild places. Kurt shares how moving to Colorado reignited his passion for elk season and backcountry pursuits, why the mountains challenged him in a completely new way, and what led him...

In this episode we chat with Paul Gadola about the event that turns Damascus, Virginia into one of the most beloved gathering places in trail culture: Trail Days. Paul shares how his own Appalachian Trail journey shaped his life, eventually led him to Damascus, and gave him a front-row seat to the community that keeps hikers coming back year after year. They talk about the reunion-like feel of Tra...

In this episode of Life in Motion, we talk with dermatologist and longevity physician Dr. Dusan Sajic about sun exposure, skin damage, and how outdoor lovers can protect their health without hiding from the outdoors.  Dusan shares his personal experience with skin cancer, why that diagnosis changed the way he thinks about sun safety, and what current research says about prevention, early detection...

In this episode of Life in Motion, we sit down with Brandon Harding, founder of Veterans in the Wild, to talk about how wilderness expeditions are helping veterans reconnect, heal, and find community.  Brandon shares how his own experience after multiple tours to Iraq led him to create guided outdoor trips built around challenge, time off the grid, and structured fireside conversations. They also...

What if every student—no matter where they live—could connect with the outdoors? In this episode we sit down with Valerie Quirk, founder of Post Pigeon, a nonprofit reimagining how students experience public lands. Through personalized video exchanges with park rangers, Post Pigeon connects K–12 classrooms to national parks, wildlife refuges, and state lands—bringing the outdoors directly into the...

What does it take to build a mountain bike trail that stretches from Canada to Cabo? In this episode of Life in Motion, we chat with Gabriel Tiller of Orogenesis Collective about the vision, grit, and trail stewardship behind a route that spans more than 5,000 miles. Gabriel shares how his path led from graphic design to trail nonprofits, why joyful outdoor experiences create stronger stewards, an...

What if something as simple as water could change how you perform, recover, and experience the outdoors? In this episode of Life in Motion, we sit down with Dr. Paul Barattiero, founder of Echo Water, to explore the science behind hydrogen-enriched water and its impact on athletic performance, recovery, and overall health. Paul shares how a personal health crisis led him down a path of research th...

What happens when you stop waiting for “someday” and book the ticket anyway? In this episode we sit down with Amanda Black, founder of The Solo Female Traveler Network, a global community helping women explore the world with confidence, connection, and support. After years of backpacking solo across countries like Honduras, India, and Mongolia, Amanda turned her own leap-of-faith travels into a mo...

In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy sits down with Allison Abbasi of 37 North Expeditions to explore how time outside can reshape the way we connect, grow, and lead. Allison shares how 37 North uses guided outdoor experiences — from corporate retreats and youth programs to nature therapy outings — to help people unplug, slow down, and show up fully. By stepping away from screens and comfort...

In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy reconnects with Sydney Williams, founder of Hiking My Feelings, to explore her newest project: ReciprocityRx. What began as a personal healing journey through hiking has evolved into a powerful framework that reframes nature not as a resource to consume, but as a relationship to honor. Sydney shares how time on the trail helped her navigate trauma, chronic...

What if the biggest challenge in life isn’t deciding what to do next… but who you are as you move into the next chapter? In this episode of Life in Motion, George Jerjian shares how a life-altering health scare forced him to confront identity, purpose, and time in a whole new way. That journey led him to develop the D.A.R.E. Method — a framework originally designed to help people redefine retireme...

In this episode we sit down with Azdean Elmoustaquim, of Destinations Morocco, to explore what makes Morocco one of the most immersive and misunderstood travel destinations in the world. Born and raised in Marrakech, Azdean shares how reconnecting his son with their roots sparked the creation of Destinations Morocco — a company built around custom itineraries, cultural connection, and authentic lo...

What if recovery didn’t have to start with a pill bottle — but with your body’s own energy? In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy sits down with Dr. Zulia Frost, a medical doctor and biophysics expert who discovered red light and neurostimulation therapy after surviving a life-changing accident. Her journey from traditional medicine to natural, energy-based healing led her to create solutions...

What happens when you can’t find the outdoor community you’ve been searching for—so you build it yourself? In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Garvin, founder of Upward Transitions Institute, a mountain education and guiding company redefining inclusivity in outdoor spaces. After leaving a demanding nursing career and facing gender bias in the guiding industry, Victoria created a space wher...