Austin French and Sam Andrews

More Than Outdoors Podcast

Business EN ↓ 30 episodes

More Than Outdoors meets real-world opportunity. Hosted by two UMF ORBA alums, we explore the people, places, and passions shaping Maine’s outdoor recreation economy — from backcountry trail builders to coastal guides, resort managers to rural entrepreneurs. We go beyond the trail to uncover the stories, strategies, and real-world impact of working in the outdoors. From workforce insights to campfire chats, it’s all about what happens when passion meets profession.

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Austin French and Sam Andrews

Episodes

Josh Bossin: Sharing the Outdoors – Maine GearShare - Ep 5 10.09.2025 37:56

More Than Outdoors – Episode #5: Sharing the Outdoors – Maine GearShare with Josh Bossin Hosts Austin French and Sam Andrews sit down with Josh Bossin , Executive Director of Maine GearShare , to talk about how shared gear makes Maine’s outdoors more inclusive and accessible. From repairing well-loved equipment to building community through lending, Josh shares the vision behind GearShare and its...

More Than Outdoors Summer Update - Ep 4 03.09.2025 22:30

More Than Outdoors – Episode #4: Summer on the Water – Canoe Podcasting at Clearwater Pond . Hosts Austin French and Sam Andrews bring you this episode straight from Clearwater Pond in Industry, Maine — while paddling a canoe. Together, they share a summer update, stories from recent outdoor adventures, and their reflections on what makes Maine’s recreation culture so unique. In Voices from the Su...

Jenny Kordick: Building Maine's Outdoor Economy - Ep 3 27.08.2025 39:45

More Than Outdoors – Episode #3: Building Maine’s Outdoor Economy with Jenny Kordick Hosts Austin French and Sam Andrews are joined by Jenny Kordick, Executive Director of Maine Outdoor Brands , for a conversation about the future of Maine’s outdoor recreation economy. Jenny discusses her career journey, the importance of supporting outdoor companies in Maine, and the exciting innovations happenin...

What Powers Maine's Outdoors? - Ep 2 20.08.2025 48:40

More Than Outdoors – Episode #2: What Powers Maine’s Outdoors Hosts Austin French and Sam Andrews take the podcast on the road to Lake George Regional Park in Skowhegan, Maine . Together, they dive into the stories, people, and culture that make Maine’s outdoors so special — from fishing and lakeside recreation to the community impact of outdoor spaces. In Voices from the Summit, we wrap up with f...

Two Beavers Walk Into a Podcast - Ep 1 18.08.2025 38:48

More Than Outdoors – Episode #1: Two Beavers Walk Into a Podcast… Hosts Austin French and Sam Andrews kick off the More Than Outdoors Podcast from the summit of Titcomb Mountain in Farmington, Maine. They introduce themselves, share their journeys into outdoor recreation, and reflect on what excites them about the future of Maine’s outdoor economy. ✨ What you’ll hear: Why this podcast was create...