Adventure Sports Podcast

Join Andrew Todd, the visionary behind the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon, for an exhilarating dive into the world of conservation through recreation. As the founder of Running Rivers, Andrew combines his passions for fly fishing, trail running, and craft beer to create unique events that celebrate the outdoors while raising funds for native fish conservation. Andrew shares stories from the trails and rivers, and explores the innovative ...

Today, we’re thrilled to revisit a true sea-bound storyteller, Annie Dike. She’s a sailor, author, and captain who’s logged over 10,000 bluewater miles aboard her Outbound 46, Ubiquitous. From the sun-soaked Florida Keys to the rugged coasts of Maine, Annie’s journeys have taken her across the Atlantic to Cuba, the Bahamas, the Azores, and beyond.

When she’s not navigating the high seas, Annie’s penning bestselling books like Salt o...

In this episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, Mimi Zieman shares her incredible journey as the only female medic on an expedition to the East Face of Everest in 1988. She discusses her unlikely path from a New York City girl to an expeditioner, the challenges she faced, and the personal growth that came from her experiences. Mimi emphasizes the importance of following one's gut instincts, overcoming self-doubt, and the value...

Have you tried SCUBA yet? SCUBA diving is a whole different type of adventure sport. Other worldly? Quite. Weightless? Of course. Like flying? Some say it is. Flying with creatures that seem to be from another planet? Ever really look at an octopus or a sea anemone? And who better to fill us in on the wonder of the sport than Scott Taylor! This is a revisited episode from nine years ago, but I have always loved this one because Sco...

In today’s episode we visit with Ira Hayes, an adventurer with a remarkable life story. From flying planes at a young age to base jumping and paragliding, Ira shares his experiences of pushing beyond comfort zones and the thrill of adventure sports. He discusses the dangers associated with these activities, including a harrowing sailing experience that led to a refugee status in Cuba. Ira emphasizes the importance of breath work in...

Join Andrew Todd, the visionary behind the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon, for an exhilarating dive into the world of conservation through recreation. As the founder of Running Rivers, Andrew combines his passions for fly fishing, trail running, and craft beer to create unique events that celebrate the outdoors while raising funds for native fish conservation. Andrew shares stories from the trails and rivers, and explores the innovative ...

Luc Mehl is an Alaskan adventurer, author, and educator based in Anchorage, known for his extensive wilderness travels and expertise in outdoor safety. Born and raised in McGrath, Alaska, he has traveled over 10,000 miles across Alaska by packraft, ski, bike, foot, and ice skates. Mehl is an award-winning author of The Packraft Handbook, a comprehensive guide to packrafting, which earned accolades such as the National Outdoor Book ...

Curt Linville interviews Jacob Val Myers, a remarkable athlete known for his extreme adventures, including an attempt to ski solo to the South Pole. Val shares his backstory, detailing his upbringing in Appalachia and his passion for outdoor activities and conservation. He recounts his challenging expedition in Antarctica, the tough decision to abort the mission due to health concerns, and his experiences running the Crazy Mountain...

In this heartfelt episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, Curt shares the profound impact of adventure sports on family bonding and youth development. Through personal stories and experiences with his son Caleb, he illustrates how engaging in outdoor activities fosters qualities like bravery, self-reliance, and tenacity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of spending quality time together, learning life lessons from nature...

Curt Linville interviews Susan Norman, an experienced paddler and author, about her journey through adventure sports and its profound impact on emotional health and resilience. Susan shares her early experiences with paddling, the challenges she faced in her personal life, and how outdoor adventures helped her cope with trauma and become a parent. The discussion highlights the importance of community, the empowerment of women in ad...

Today’s episode we talk with sea kayaking guide and adventurer, Jeremy Carberry, about circumnavigating the Santa Rosa Island of Channel Islands National Park. Jeremy and his crew had to endure rough seas, storms, and elephant seal-covered beaches that prevented them from finding camping spots, as well as great white sharks. He’ll share some of the craziest stories from the adventure as well as some of the most valuable lessons lea...

In this episode, Kix Marshall shares his adventurous experiences traveling from Canada through Central and South America on his motorcycle, highlighting the importance of local culture, unexpected opportunities, and the freedoms that come with motorcycle travel. He discusses amazing people he met along the way, the Darien Gap, mudslides, and amazing foods and coffee. If you love travel, then this episode is for you.

Sea Kayaking! 72 days. 1600 km. From Lund BC to Skagway AK. What an amazing trip from Chris Whitaker! This is a revisited episode, but what an adventure! Chris named this trip "The For Fun’s Sake Expedition," Some highlights include wildlife encounters like humpback whales, killer whales, and grizzly bears, as well as the challenges of remote camping and navigation through the pervasive islands of the North Pacific Inside P...

Today, Curt Linville interviews Colby Brokvist, a seasoned adventure guide with over two decades of experience. They discuss Colby's journey in guiding, the challenges and rewards of leading expeditions, and the importance of connecting with nature. Colby shares insights on the role of guides in conservation, the balance between passion and profession, and the essential people skills needed in guiding. Through engaging stories ...

If you love the idea of seeing the world on two wheels, human powered, and joyfully, then this is the episode for you! Mason Interviews Ryan Van Duzer about his many bike journeys as well as regarding the book he released a couple years back. Don't forget to visit Ryan's YouTube channel for more. Go bike touring!

Curt Linville and Krista Halling discuss the essential aspects of hiking and adventuring with dogs. They cover dog etiquette on trails, the importance of situational awareness, and the health benefits of outdoor activities for dogs. Krista shares insights on puppy development and exercise guidelines, emphasizing the need for gradual training and the significance of being an advocate for your dog's well-being. The conversation h...

Journey back to 2023 with us as Scott Miller shares his inspirational story of setting the Mississippi canoeing speed record down the full length of the river. This was one of our more popular episodes, filled with really great stories about what it takes to canoe down America's iconic Mississippi.

Sasquatch! Bigfoot! Yeti! What is going on here?!!! Join us for a fun (and true) potential bigfoot encounter that happened between the Trinity Site of the first atomic bomb and Roswell NM, where secrets abound. This is a different type of episode, but one that makes a great campfire story. This is about camping in winter in strange places and having unexplained encounters with the unknown. Really? Yes, really. But I leave it up to ...