Adventure Pro Podcast

Today's podcast guest is Tom Smith, an adventure medic who's turned his love of the outdoors into a career that spans mountain fences, film sets, ski patrols and remote expeditions. Through his story we'll explore the moments that shape a path, the unexpected turns that force us to rethink "what's possible," and the quiet lessons that come from daring to stay curious. Tune in to hear a calm, candi...

Today we're joined by Ben Keen – the intrepid founder of The Adventure Element, a 13‑year‑old company that runs Duke of Edinburgh school expeditions and large‑scale multi‑activity challenge events for charities and corporates. Ben's also fresh from an epic solo bike‑tour of Vietnam – nearly 1,000 miles of gravel, rain‑soaked mountain passes, all of which we discuss in this episode. I hope you enjo...

Today's podcast guest is Alex Mortimer, an outdoor instructor and Compliance Director at Land & Wave, a hugely successful adventure business based in Dorset. We chat about how he got started, careers advice that counted, outdoor instructor training courses and how to balance homelife with a love of all things adventure.   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Alex as much as I did and if you did...

Today's podcast guest is Kate Capelli, founder of adventuressinthewild.com . After spending six years travelling the world she's built a fantastic business providing adventures throughout the world for women. In this episode we discuss: - How to empower women through adventure - The importance of a good website and online presence - Build a community first, business second - Tackling the lack of d...

Today's podcast guest is Chris Whittaker, a semi-nomadic outdoors guide and leader who has combined his passion for adventure and travel to create his own travel brand, Global Shenanigans. He has been paid to travel the world for over a decade, from kayaking in New Zealand to snowboarding in Canada, he has created an exciting life that many would envy. In this conversation we delve into how it all...

Today's podcast guest is Keith Crockford, founder of The Bucket List Company and Rock & Rapid Adventure. Based in North Devon, Keith spends around three months each year leading adventures globally in addition to running two very successful adventure businesses. He is also the host of BucketLister Podcast, a weekly podcast about travel and adventure around the world.   I hope you enjoy this conver...

Today's podcast guest is Belinda Kirk. Belinda is an explorer, mother, author and campaigner promoting the benefits of adventure on wellbeing and mental health. Her new book Adventure Revolution explores the benefits of adventure and why we need it now more than ever. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Belinda as much as I did and if you did, please leave a review and don't forget to SUBSCRIB...

Today's podcast guest is Jo Bradshaw, a worldwide adventurer, expedition leader and public speaker. She's currently just one peak away from completing the seven summits and has raised thousands of pounds, and awareness for children's mental health charity, Place2Be.   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Jo as much as I did and if you did, please leave a review and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to...

Today's podcast guest is Nick Read. Nick owns and runs Pride Expeditions, an adventure travel company that offers LGBTQ+ friendly expeditions throughout the world. He is based in North Wales, is an active member of the Llanberis Mountain Rescue team and is regularly found playing in the mountains with his dog Peris (who also stars in this episode!).   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Nick a...

Today's podcast guest is Tom Johnstone. Tom is an environmental scientist and outdoor professional based in North Wales. He runs supported mountain biking adventures through his business Carbon Monkey and has completed some epic bikepacking trips across Iceland and Norway (just to name a couple).  I hope you enjoy this conversation with Tom as much as I did and if you did, please leave a review an...

Today's podcast guest is Leanne Bird. Leanne runs a wellbeing and adventure business in Cardigan Bay, West Wales. Her business combines her love of surfing, stand-up paddleboarding and yoga, sharing her passion for these activities whilst empowering others to practice wellbeing through adventure.   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Leanne as much as I did and if you did, please leave a revie...

Today's podcast guest is Jack Overhill. Jack has been a freelance outdoor instructor for a number of years and has chosen to specialise in the underground world of exploratory caving. He now works full time for a UK-based adventure provider but still finds time to explore and lead in the caves of the UK and further afield.   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Jack as much as I did and if you...

Today's podcast guest is Nick Cannon-Jones. Nick is a full-time outdoor instructor and runs a mountaineering business called More Than Mountains. Based in the Lake District, Nick runs climbing and mountaineering courses all year round and has over 20 years experience working in the adventure industry. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Nick as much as I did and if you did, please leave a revi...

Today's podcast guest is Jenny Tough. Jenny is a global adventurer specialising in self-powered expeditions, she's also a published author, writer and well-respected outdoors influencer. She's just completed her latest challenge, running solo across a mountain range on each continent. She's an avid runner, bikepacker, backcountry skier and general outdoors enthusiast that has carved an exciting li...

Today's podcast guest is Dan Tye. Dan runs an excellent blog called https://www.adventure52.com/ which showcases his passion for all things adventure. Whilst his website generates some income (and we uncover how in the interview), he also pilots a twin otter plane to the islands of Scotland, has worked as a ski instructor in Canada and also a postman.   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Dan...

Today's podcast guest is Keri Wallace. Keri is the co-founder of Girls On Hills who design and guide running and trekking mountain adventures throughout Scotland. Based in Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands, Keri made the leap from a stable career in science to running a hugely successful business just five years ago, and hasn't looked back since.   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Keri as m...

Today's podcast guest is Allan Shaw. Allan is head of outdoor education at Buxton and Leek College. He also leads and recces multiple overseas expeditions each year and runs a highly successful outdoor first aid business.   I hope you enjoy this conversation with Allan as much as I did and if you did, please leave a review and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to get the next one.   In this episode we dis...

Today's podcast guest is Mike Raine. Mike is most famous for his excellent book Nature of Snowdonia: A Guide to the Uplands for Hillwalkers and Climbers but is also a well-respected and highly experienced mountain professional and instructor based in North Wales. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Mike as much as I did and if you did, please leave a review and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE wherev...

Today's podcast guest is Al Topping. Al runs a photography business called Xtreme Exposures which focuses on outdoor brands and adventure. He's a climber and mountaineer who's combined his passion for photography with his passion for the outdoors. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Al as much as I did. If you did enjoy it please click the Like button above. Also please don't forget to SUBSCRI...

Today's podcast guest is Holly Brigham. Holly is currently an outdoor education teacher in an international school in Seoul, South Korea, and has had a fascinating and varied career in adventure and the outdoors for most of her working life. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Holly as much as I did. If you did enjoy it please click the Like button above. Also please don't forget to SUBSCRIBE...

Today's podcast guest is Caz Dawson, founder and owner of SUPlass Paddle Adventures. She runs Stand Up Paddleboarding adventures all over the UK and is based in North-East Wales. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Caz as much as I did. If you did enjoy it please click the Like button above. Also please don't forget to SUBSCRIBE above to the channel to get notified of the next one. In this epi...

Today's podcast guest is Ross Worthington, co-founder and owner of RAW Adventures. He is based in North Wales and has run adventure events throughout the world since 2008.   In this episode we discuss: Making the transition between freelancing and starting your own adventure business Organic growth marketing The 1% difference and why it's important The real value of the adventure industry Being a...

This first episode explains what the Adventure Pro Podcast is about and introduces you to the host, Tom Shooter. The podcast is a collection of wide-ranging interviews, stories and inspiration from amazing people that have made adventure their business. You'll find out more about the type of guests he'll be interviewing, when you can expect episodes to be released, and the story behind the podcast...