The Human Adventure

#023 - Aloha!  That's right time to head out across the pacific to Hawaii.  This episode about Hawaii is a little bit different as I had the chance to speak with Cole Young who is only 11 years old! I thought it would be fun to jump into the mind and thoughts of a youngster like Cole.  Hawaii is really only part of the story or journey.  Speaking to a kid really brought some energy to me and...

#022 - Welcome to the Happiest Place on Earth!  That's right.  We are going to Disneyland.  Join Tony and Jen Castagno as they share their love for Disneyland. Tony and Jen have been going to Disneyland since they were kids.  Now as a married couple with kids they continue that tradition of creating memories for themselves and their children.  As someone who loves Disneyland myself it was suc...

#021 - In this episode we hear from Kyle Harvey and Theresa Hurst from Mountain Town Rambler.   We talk all about the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Mountain Town Ramblers is a podcast all about Kyle and Theresa's experiences in mountain towns.  We get the inside access of why the Canadian Rocky Mountains and in particular Banff mean so much to Theresa and Kyle.  We touch on on all things about Ba...

#020 - Welcome to episode #20.  In this episode we hear from hiker, Josh Baker, about his many adventures hiking in the state of Washington. Josh has been hiking since he was a kid.  Although he may have complained about hiking when he was young, hiking is now part of who Josh is.  Josh loves the adventure and difficulties that hikes can present.  He also loves the adventure and unknown of hiking....

#019 - In this episode we go back to one of America's Amusement Parks as we visit Kings Island with the gentlemen from Inside Amusements.   Inside Amusements is your #1 podcast about yesterday, today, and tomorrow's amusements and I was fortunate enough to be able to speak with all 4 members of Inside Amusements.  Come along with Joe, Brian, Chris, and Eric as we discuss the their hometo...

#018 - In this episode I got to speak with Brooke Wheeler about something that has sparked my curiosity, but I have never participated in.  We talk about river rafting, but much more than that. Brooke loves the outdoors and has found so much joy from her time on the river.  Brooke dives into some of the stories from her rafting adventures that make her who she is.  Including some wonderful experie...

#017 - In this episode I am joined by Shana Butler.  Shana was born and raised in New England near Boston, Massachusetts.  Shana is an extensive traveler who has been to many different countries as well as so many places across the United States.  She talks about her travels on her own podcast Boston and Beyond Pod.  She also highlights a lot of her travels on her Instagram account @bost0nandbeyon...

#016 - In this episode I got the chance to speak with my friend, Matt Harris, about his yearly family trip to upstate New York.  Matt is adventurous and goes on many trips every year to include snow boarding and hiking.  We could have talked about any of these trips for Matt, but we decided to talk about a special place in New York that is a yearly tradition for the Harris family. Matt has been go...

#015 - This episode was especially fun for me since cruising is one of my favorite things to do for a vacation.  I had the opportunity to speak with Cruise Vlogger, John Trivedi, better known as "Cruising with JT" to talk about cruising and why cruising has so much meaning to JT. JT has been on at least 18 cruises up to this point.  He touches on his very first cruise and how he became h...

#014 - On this episode I talk to an old friend of mine, Paul Petersen, about his love for mountain biking and in particular mountain biking the Wasatch Crest.  The Wasatch Crest is near his home close to Salt Lake City, Utah.   Paul and I discuss the wonderful gift it is to have so many bike trails and outdoor spaces that he loves so close to home.  Paul is at peace and has such a love for the out...

#013 - On this episode I talk to you an old friend from hometown of Willcox, Arizona.  Troy Byrd joins me as we discuss a 10,000 mile road trip he took several years ago.  He hit all states east of the Mississippi river and several more states on the west side of the Mississippi as well. A big part of this road trip for Troy which he terms the "Tour of Champions" takes him to the Pro Foo...

#012 - In this episode we explore the world of van life with my guests Tyler and Molly LaFontaine.  Tyler and Molly spent time traveling to all of the lower 48 states in their converted van.  This was a great conversation with two passionate people who really enjoy their time traveling by van.  You will be inspired and smile as they discuss some of their favorite parts of the country to explore in...

#011 - Talk about a wild adventure!!  In this episode I was fortunate enough to sit down with Mike Jennings to talk about his trip traveling across Asia on a motorcycle.   Mike is from Australia and has done quite a bit of traveling all over the world.  We look into one of those adventures which involved motorcycling across China and some of the stories and experiences Mike had along the way.  Mik...

#010 - We all face fears and challenges throughout our lives.  In this episode my guest, Shelby Mann, talks about overcoming her fears to be a solo hiker in Colorado.  Shelby dives into some of the aspects it takes to be a solo female hiker. Shelby and I discuss the safety aspects of solo hiking.  She also talks about some of her favorite memories of hiking including her love for Rocky Mountain Na...

#009 - On this episode I got to spend time with my cousin Dan Spindle talking about a place that has special meaning to both of us.  We talk about Colorado and our childhood memories of spending time in Colorado and what it means to us. Dan has done a lot or research on our family and their lives in Colorado.  This episode really taps into why Colorado means so much to us and it is because of our...

#008 - I was blessed to have the opportunity to speak to one of the big influences in my life, Chip Franks.  I found Chip through the Miracle Morning Community and have participated in some of his challenges aimed at living a better life.   Through this connection with Chip I have found his love for travel and had the chance to ask him about his once in a lifetime trip to Italy. Chip is very thoug...

#007 - On this episode I was able to reconnect with some old friends, Misty MacGregor and Michelle Trias, about their trips to Iceland. Misty and Michelle took separate trips to Iceland so we get to enjoy two different perspectives.  Misty enjoyed a Mother/Daughter trip while Michelle spent time with her husband Larry.  Both Misty and Michelle gave us some great stories and spoke about getting out...

#006 - We continue our journey talking about the outdoors with my guests Matt and Cheryl Schoss.  This episode takes us to Zion National Park in southern Utah.  Matt and Cheryl have some great information on their YouTube channel "Were in the Rockies".  It was through this channel and my own searching for information about Yellowstone National Park that I found Matt and Cheryl. Zion Nati...

#005 - I had the opportunity to speak with Skyler Harrison the host of Hunt the West podcast to talk about his experiences and love for hunting. Journey with Jake is not always about particular locations or places we go.  In this case hunting can take place at a variety of locations and spots.  Skyler goes into his reasons for hunting and the preparation that it takes.   We get to enjoy a few stor...

#004 - On episode 4 of Journey with Jake we talk with Emily Cooper about Sicily and also her experiences with solo traveling.  Emily is a travel blogger and has traveled quite extensively and has some great content on Instagram. We begin our conversation talking about Sicily.  Emily's ancestors are Italian and this trip is one she will never forget.  It took a process for Emily to make this t...

#003 - In this episode we escape to  the tropical paradise of the Cayman Islands.  I am joined by my friend Linda Bruns to talk about her love for the Cayman Islands and her love of life! Linda has family ties to the Cayman Islands and spends quite a bit of time on these beautiful islands.  She takes us through experiences with her family to include a family hike and bat caves.  Not only do we tal...

#002 - Welcome back to Journey with Jake!  In this episode I speak with Nick Addesso about his trip to Colombia in South America including a visit to Lake Gautavita where rumor has it the treasure of El Dorado can be found. Nick talks about his experiences with his future family in Colombia as well as the culture and food of this country. I hope you enjoy our visit about Colombia from the perspect...

#001 - Welcome to Journey with Jake.  Jake Bushman gives a quick introduction to the podcast and what it is all about.   I also speak with David Bushman about Carowinds theme park in North/South Carolina.  David explains a little bit about the park including some of their great attractions and explains why Carowinds has meaning to him and his family. Thank you for joining us on Journey with Jake. ...