Adventure Sports Podcast

Christine Reed didn't start out loving trail life or toughing out injuries, but she found that suffering can teach us who we really are. Her journey, from hating every step on Pinnacle Mountain to completing the Wonderland Trail, wasn't just about the miles, it was about redefining her identity and learning how to listen to her body. Her story reminds us that deep growth often comes when w...

Long distance bike touring: 50,000 km since 80! Robert Fletcher shares the secrets to staying active LONG after retiring. No excuses! He has cycled voer 50,000 km since turning 80 years old and is currently riding coast to coast across Canada. Bob started bike touring in 1972, and has tours much of the world on two wheels. Join us as we explore what it was like then, the rewards of traveling by bi...

Solo Sailing: Pip Hare shares her incredible adventures, lessons learned from extreme conditions, and insights into the mental and physical challenges of deep water sailing. Overcoming dismastings, stormy seas and more, Pip shares the power of mental and physical resilience, requirements for solo racing around the world. Book: My Element: Life's Lessons from the World's Toughest Solo Ocean...

The Thrill of Highlining: Conquering Fears and Building Community Highlining is not just a sport; it's an adventure that combines thrill, community, and personal growth. In this episode, we explore the incredible journey of Alexandra Witter, a self-described risk-averse highliner who has not only conquered her fears but also holds a world record for the longest highline walk. Join us as we del...

Outdoor Adventure: Breaking down barriers to adventure sports through exposure and education, and the cultural shifts that happen when the outdoors becomes accessible to everyone. Ty Vaughn shares her journey of discovering adventure sports, emphasizing the importance of exposure, education, and the power which the outdoors has to create cultural shifts and unlocking the outdoors for everyone. The...

Join wildlife photographer James Ward as we explore the world of safaris, wildlife conservation, and the transformative power of nature experiences. Discover destinations, ethical travel practices, and personal stories that highlight the importance of connecting with the wild. Wildlife photography and storytelling Destinations for safaris worldwide The role of ecotourism in conservation Personal s...

Rémi Camus is a French adventure enthusiast. He shares his incredible adventures and stories from crossing Australia on foot, swimming the entire coastline of France, and descended the Mekong River, all to highlight environmental issues and raise awareness about water pollution. He also was the winner in the television show Wild. Learn more about Rémi: https://www.instagram.com/remi_camus_explorer...

Bikepacking: A filmmaker and adventurer's transformative journey from Patagonia to Alaska reveals how pushing personal limits on a bike can reshape mental health and spark lasting growth. In today’s fast-paced world, many of us grapple with stress, anxiety, and the weight of everyday life. But what if there was a way to break free from these burdens? In this post, we explore the transformative...

Overcoming Obesity for Adventure! Learn 5 essential tips for restoring your metabolism and achieving a healthier lifestyle. Discover insights from expert Laurie Ballew on overcoming obesity and improving your well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, many people struggle with maintaining a healthy weight and managing their metabolism. If you’ve ever wondered how to restore your metabolism and impro...

Thru-Hiking: The story behind a 15,000-mile trail encircling the entire country, built from a blank map in a tent into a conservation corridor connecting ecosystems and communities alike. Ever wonder how long it takes to create a trail that encircles the country? Roo started with a blank map in his tent and literally made it up as he went—over 15,000 miles of discovery, mistakes, and resilience. H...

Amazing travel, marathons, and Ironman! Tara Young recommends ways to get more adventure into our lives! Tara has five kids and she is a corporate lawyer, but she has still made the time to visit all 50 states, all 63 U.S. National Parks, and 40 countries! Add to that, she is well on her way to completing the World Majors Marathons and has already completed her first Ironman! How does she do it? C...

Adventure Racing and Desert Survival. Josh Sprague shares so much practical how to, but also amazing stories from years of adventure racing, and one harrowing story about real life survival involving swimming for miles, being lost in the desert, search and rescue and so much more! Don't miss this one! Our Sponsors: * Check out Nathan and Sons: https://nathanandsons.com * Check out Outdoorsy an...

Join Samuel Moldenhauer and Curt as they explore the profound themes of adventure, quest literature, and the spiritual insights drawn from their mountain adventures and Tolkien's stories. Discover how real-life challenges and epic tales shape resilience, faith, and personal growth. Listen in as they explore the deep lessons and inspiring themes in Tolkien's works, including Lord of the Rin...

Cross-Country Skiing: A former competitive skier's return to the sport after a 33-year business career proves it is never too late to reclaim the outdoor passions that define you. Tom French is a seasoned adventurer and former competitive cross-country skier who dedicated 33 years to his business career before deciding to pursue his lifelong passions in retirement. His journey back to these ac...

Great fun! Through hiking & the Triple Crown. Join us as Tammy Asars, one of fewer than 100 women to complete the Triple Crown of hiking, shares her inspiring journey through long-distance trails, the culture of backpacking, and practical tips for aspiring hikers. Discover the human side of hiking, trail culture, and how these adventures transform lives. Tami says of her new book, Long Lost, I...

Running: A survivor of armed robbery, a drunk driving accident, and three back surgeries finds redemption and healing by going from a neighborhood 5k to the New York City Marathon. After surviving an armed robbery attack at the age of 26, Dave was told he’d never walk again. Being stubborn, he proved everyone wrong by getting back on his feet in a surprisingly short amount of time. Unfortunately,...

Rope jumping, GIANT swings, and highlining! Alonso Rodriquez is back to finish the stories we started several episodes ago. Can you imagine walking on an inch of webbing up in the ski for over a kilometer? What about jumping hundreds of feet off a cliff onto a rope? What about giants swings over an abyss? Or on a lighter note, what about the fun of building and hanging out on massive tree nets? Cr...

Skateboarding, Paddling: Damien Rider's journey – 500-Mile Solo Paddle for Child Abuse Awareness, 2500-Mile Route 66 Skateboard, Mattress Marathon, 3-Ton Truck Push, 7500ft Hot Air Balloon Jump, World Records, One Breath Meditation Creator. After living a life that he wasn’t proud of for long enough, Damien decided to do something radical to change his trajectory. With no previous endurance ex...

This episode is really meaningful. Join us as we explore the world of endurance and adventure sports with Coach Matthew Dougherty from Paul Smith's College who takes his Nordic teams to unimaginable levels of endurance and success. Discover how outdoor sports foster growth, community, and resilience through inspiring stories and expert insights. The film: https://youtu.be/NFxmwRPJc0w?si=jYkffG...

Paddleboard racing: Casey's unexpected overall win in the 80-mile Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis from Bahamas to Florida, taking the women's division and top spot, building on her skimboarding background where she became world champion twice, and her rapid rise in paddleboarding since starting in January 2021. Casey had high hopes when she set off from the Bahamas to race her paddleboard to...

Backcountry skiing & The Way Out! Today, Devon O'Neil, a writer and adventurer, shares his experiences in mountain life and the risks and rewards associated with outdoor adventures. We discuss O'Neill's book 'The Way Out,' which recounts a tragic skiing accident involving a family and the lessons learned from it. The conversation explores themes of preparation, the allure o...

Paragliding: A nearly 3,000-kilometer journey retracing the iconic Monarch Butterfly migration route from the mountains of Northern Mexico all the way to Canada. Benjamin Jordan is back on the Adventure Sports Podcast with another incredible journey to share. He recently retraced the iconic path that Monarch Butterflies take every year from a remote mountainous region of Northern Mexico all the wa...

True transformation through endurance athletics. What do you do when you find yourself at your end? Sometimes we need to face the facts and begin to win ourselves back. Endurance athlete and author David Richman shares his transformative journey from a sedentary, unhealthy lifestyle to completing over 50 triathlons, including Ironmans, and biking 4,700 miles in six weeks. Discover how facing perso...

Kayaking: Join the first paddle descent of the Sonam Section of the Kuri Chu river in the remote wilderness of eastern Bhutan. Ben is joining Adventure Sports Podcast to tell us about his first paddle descent of the Sonam Section of the Kuri Chu in eastern Bhutan.    More about Ben from  Precisionpaddlesports.com : “Ben is a native of Orange, Virginia where he grew up playing around in and paddlin...

Healing for Adventure! Rolfing, back pain relief, health and alignment. Jani Wedmore Pulaski is a certified Rolfer®, Rolf Movement Practitioner, health coach, and wellness professional based in Darby, Montana (with previous ties to Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado). She specializes in structural integration (Rolfing), body alignment, movement therapy, and holistic health approaches to help peo...