Life in Motion

In this episode we interview Lauren and Jesse Stuart of the Wandering Stus. They grew up in Saint Louis Missouri, but always knew there was more of the world to see. Lauren fantasized over a map from her grandparents and Jesse day dreamed over the places his grandparents explored during retirement. However, when the two met in 2008 it was obvious who had more of the travel bug. In 2017, after only...

In this episode we interview Alba Pardo of Women In Action Sports Network. As a girl Alba had a fascination with skateboarding, but her parents weren't so sure. Then during a family ski trip she came across the next best thing - snowboarding. As her passion for the sport grew her parents got behind her. She soon found herself teaching lessons and taking photos of her friends on the...

In this episode we interview Mike Mielke from The Phoenix. Growing up outside of Austin Texas Mike's love for mountain bikes fueled his road trips across the country. Eventually he found himself moving to Colorado to enjoy all the outdoor activities it had to offer. As he settled into his new home he became known as the 'partier' instead the one that was down for any adventure. At 24 he...

In this episode we interview John Holdmeier from Actual Outdoors who helps make outdoor recreation more accessible by creative brand building. John grew up in Missouri and did anything he could to get on the water. As a teenager his love for the outdoors was further fueled by a job at Alpine Shop. In his college years he was a raft guide and kayaking instructor in North Carolina. It wasn't long af...

In this episode we interview Kirk Williams who's explored the world in his van and wheelchair. Growing up in Ashland VA, Kirk fell in love with mountain biking with the help of someone unexpected - his friend's dad. When it came time to apply for college Kirk didn't search for the best school in the states. He searched for the school with the best outdoor community in the states, which landed...

In this episode we interview Giselle and Stephen who are the ones behind The Lovers Passport. Both Giselle and Stephen had a passion for the outdoors, so it only made sense that their first date was an adventure. Eventually their day trips turned into weekend car camping trips. One day they picked up a camera to hold onto their memories even longer, but soon realized they could inspire others by p...

In this episode we interview Molly Healey who is a singer songwriter and creator of The Earth Day Festival in Springfield Missouri. Growing up in a musically talented family it didn't take long for Molly to pick up an instrument. Then one night after watching her friend's band perform she got the courage to ask 'you need an extra member?'. The next morning she didn't know what she'd gott...

In this episode we interview Caroline Chomanics of IDEAS For Us. After sitting by a pond and deciding to take a shortcut through the woods on the way home everything changed. Caroline stumbled upon a historic house that had beautiful plants, trees and flowers. Once she found out their current groundskeeper was leaving, she immediately asked to take over. Even without any experience. One...

In this episode we interview Jesse Stuart of Forest ReLeaf of Missouri. Jesse always had a love for sustainability, but it wasn't until his business began looking for nonprofits focused on the environment that he found Forest ReLeaf. Now as a board member he's helping them make an impact first hand. Through local nurseries, community programs and disaster relief they've planted over 230,000 t...

In this episode we interview John Chiles. Throughout his young adulthood John viewed every work opportunity, not as a paycheck, but as a way to learn a new skill and expand his knowledge. From farming in Australia to framing windows like a true craftsman he appreciated his ability to be self-sufficient. It wasn't until a former professor suggested that John get his MBA in Agriculture that he...

In this episode we interview Ruud Van-Holland aka IceMan Ruud. Everyday he wakes up and jumps in the freezing cold water off the shores of Texel, an island off the Netherlands. Over the years he's realized some amazing benefits from an activity that others would consider crazy. From a heightened immune system and even helping with depression the list goes on and on.  If yo...

In this episode we interview Luis Gallardo, who is the founder of The World Happiness Foundation. Growing up Luis had a love for sociology, but it wasn't until he became a coach and eventually a diplomat that he began to see the power of it firsthand. It was during this time that Luis noticed the impact that genetics, environment and mindset had on individuals that were transitioning int...

In this episode we interview Marisa Frazier, who is the Conservation Program Coordinator at the Missouri Sierra Club, a certified Kambo Practitioner and a triathlon coach. Marisa grew up in the Ozarks as a runner and swimmer, but it wasn't until her college years that she became passionate about other outdoor activities. Her love for hiking, rock climbing and just being in nature le...

In this episode we interview Sam King, who is an avid rock climber and loves building the community around it. It wasn't until his college days at Virginia Commonwealth University that Sam really experienced rock climbing. After his freshman roommate invited him to VCU's recreation center to climb he instantly fell in love. Throughout college he was immersed in the rock climbing community. Unfortu...

In this episode we interview Gabriel Goldsack of Share A Bike - Share A Smile. As a kid Gabriel worked hard to get his first BMX bike and instantly fell in love with the adventures and community that came with it. Not only did he meet people from all over the world, but it also kept him out of trouble. However bike parts weren't cheap and his new passion became expensive. Over the years he found w...

In this episode we interview Kane Ford of Get Outside Melbourne. Growing up in Australia, Kane couldn't help but have a love for the outdoors. After going to university and climbing up the corporate ladder in the finance world, stress and anxiety began to build. He leaned on the outdoors during the weekends as a way to hit the reset button, but it wasn't enough. After deciding...

In this episode we interview Savannah Holmes and Kaylee Wilcox of The Comfort Zone. Savannah and Kaylee grew up around the outdoors, but lost touch of it during their college years. Now they've circled back to it, not only as a means of freedom, but as a way to help others that are less fortunate. How? By completing adventure challenges to raise awareness for things like leadership education...

In this episode we interview Danny Hairston who is the founder of SHRED Foundation. As a kid Danny grew up playing team sports and through his college years became passionate about helping kids through non profit work. It wasn't until years later after graduating college that he fell in love with snowboarding - and there was no turning back. He soon found himself in the non profit world again work...

In this episode we interview Tiffany Risch aka Snookie who loves nothing more than making a difference while being outside with a fishing rod. Growing up Snookie had a special bond with her Grandfather, both sharing a love for fishing.  After his passing, her passion for fishing helped keep his memory alive, but it soon became more than that. She realized that it could be used as a posit...

In this episode we interview Jonathan Harrison, who started the rowing team - Pacific Boys. In December 2021 they'll row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic. Why? To help clothe 3,000 children. Oh, and for the adventure too. It wasn't until his college days that Jonathan fell in love with rowing and at that time he didn't know he and his team would attempt such a feat. That was until he learned a...

In this episode we interview Mike Donelon, who is the founder of Action Sports Kids Foundation, a nonprofit that focuses on empowering youth through the love of skateboarding. As a former City Councilman in Long Beach Mike heard it all, but one day he got the call - 'Mike there's these pesky skateboarders riding in front of my house and I don't know what to do!'. Given the man's reaction he was ex...

In this episode we interview Lindsey Richter, who is the founder of Ladies AllRide, an organization all about bringing ladies together and empowering them with the help of mountain bikes. It wasn't too long ago that Lindsey found herself on the first season of the hit show 'Survivor'. She loved the challenges and adventure that came with it, but it wasn't all roses. Unfortunately she was cast...

In this episode we interview Sydney Williams, who is the founder of Hiking My Feelings, an organization all about sharing the healing power of nature with others. Sydney grew up in Kansas, but decided to move to the west coast after college. After getting a gig as the online voice for Oscar Myer Weiner, she soon found herself as a big wig marketer for fortune 500 companies. After all her...

In this episode we interview Eva Holland, who is the author of 'Nerve: Adventures in the Science of Fear'. As a kid Eva dreamt of becoming a writer and could typically be found hanging out in a mall. After graduating college she decided to move to the Yukon to pursue her dream, which is where her hobbies changed. Instead of browsing the latest fashion trends, she spent her time hiking, backpa...

In this episode we interview Tanou Reginald who understands what it means to live a life of peace and mindfulness. Growing up in Austria Tanou loved the outdoors, but sensed that something was missing, finding it a challenge to get past some of the negativity that surrounded him. He soon learned about the Buddist culture that practiced mindfulness and self awareness. After...