North Idaho Experience
Welcome to North Idaho Experience – your one-stop podcast for discovering what it’s truly like to live, work, and thrive in North Idaho! Join us as we sit down with local business owners, community leaders, and fascinating locals who share their stories and insights on life in this unique region. From the real estate market and lifestyle tips to prepping and outdoor adventures, each interview gives you an insider's perspective on what makes North Idaho such a special place to call home. What You’ll Hear: In-depth interviews with North Idaho’s most interesting people Local business stories, community values, and insider tips What it’s really like to call North Idaho home Whether you’re thinking of moving to North Idaho, already live here, or just want to know more about this incredible community, hit play and subscribe to stay connected! For more episodes and content, visit us at northidahoexperience.com Connect with us on YouTube: https://bit.ly/thenorthidahoexperience Interested in being a guest or sponsoring an episode? Contact us at: info@nidexperience.com
Episodes
In this episode of the North Idaho Experience, we sit down with retired Washington State Senator Lynda Wilson for an eye-opening conversation about politics, personal freedoms, and protecting Idaho's conservative roots. Drawing from her years of experience in Olympia, Lynda explains the legislative changes that turned Washington into what it is today—and why Idahoans should pay attention. We also explore crime rates, the fenta...
Join us for an incredible conversation with Bob Legasa, professional freestyle skier, Emmy Award-winning TV producer, avid bowhunter, and grizzly bear attack survivor. Bob shares his inspiring journey from skiing in North Idaho and competing worldwide to surviving a life-threatening bear encounter. Learn about his decades-long career in freestyle skiing, bowhunting adventures across Montana and Idaho, and the life lessons learned ...
🔴 Discover the powerful healing impact of equine therapy for PTSD in this emotional and inspiring episode of the North Idaho Experience. We sit down with Orlando and Adriana from Hoof and Hope Healing to talk about trauma, first responder mental health, and how horses are changing lives. We also share raw personal stories from years in public safety, offering an honest look at the mental toll of the job—and how healing begins. If ...
🔴 Join us for a deep dive with Dan Staton, founder of ElkShape and longtime North Idaho resident, as we explore the intersection of fitness, entrepreneurship, and backcountry elk hunting. Dan shares how he turned his passion into a business, the evolution of content creation in the outdoor industry, and what it really takes to prepare for elk season both mentally and physically. Whether you're an aspiring hunter, content crea...
In this engaging episode of North Idaho Experience, we sit down with Captain Tony and Captain Austin from Marine Rescue CDA to discuss their critical role on Lake Coeur d'Alene. Discover incredible stories from recent boat rescues and marine salvages, including an intense operation involving a burning boat. Gain valuable insights on boat safety, common causes of boat breakdowns, and why having marine rescue assistance is essen...
In this episode of the North Idaho Experience Podcast, we sit down with Lilly Allman, the voice behind "In the Know Idaho" — a politically satirical Instagram channel that’s become a favorite among conservative Idahoans. We dive into real conversations about the dangers of ranked-choice voting, why local government matters, how satire can fuel civic engagement, and the threat of population shifts on North Idaho values.
Fro...
🔴 In this powerful episode of Inside California Politics, we sit down with Ryan Tillman — law enforcement officer, community leader, and now an independent candidate for California Governor 2026. Known for his Breaking Barriers platform, Ryan shares his inspiring personal story, from a high-crime neighborhood to becoming a police officer, and now aiming to heal California’s deep political divides. He speaks boldly on immigration, ...
🔴 In this powerful episode of the North Idaho Experience, we sit down with Taylor Grieger and Adam Calusa—combat veterans, rescue swimmers, and co-founders of Cape Horn Tequila. You’ll hear Taylor’s gripping story of sailing around the treacherous Cape Horn, a two-year journey documented in the film Hell or High Seas, as he battled PTSD and rediscovered purpose.
We cover combat rescue missions, adrenaline addiction, menta...
🔴 In this episode of The North Idaho Experience, Coeur d'Alene City Councilman and mayoral candidate Dan Gookin joins us for a deep dive into the future of Coeur d'Alene. We discuss the truth about city government spending, the challenges of managing growth, why high-rises might be a thing of the past downtown, and the need for better infrastructure and public safety support.
Gookin shares his candid views on wh...
🔴 This week we sit down with Tim Henry, a former SERE Specialist who served 18 years in the military. Tim shares his gripping journey from the trauma of a devastating IED blast to fighting his way back from a wheelchair to elite CrossFit competition. His story is one of resilience, purpose, and community. Learn how his experience in SERE training, his unwavering spirit, and a new mission to serve others brought him healing—and how...
Join Seth and Eric as they sit down with Woody McEvers, the long-time Coeur d'Alene city council member and current mayor, in this candid and insightful episode. Explore the heart of local government, the complexities of growth, and the cultural evolution of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Woody discusses his journey from restaurant owner to public servant, what it's like to govern a growing city, and how he aims to preserve t...
In this episode of The North Idaho Experience, we sit down with Kassi Solberg, founder of Sun Mountain Four Seasons Farmers Market in Kellogg, Idaho. Discover how Cassie is revolutionizing the local food supply chain by focusing on pasture-raised meats, raw milk, organic produce, and a vibrant, private member-based farming community.
From building community resilience to bringing nutrient-dense, locally grown foods to Nort...
🔴 Seth and Dave sit down with Nate Lewis and Brad Johnson from The Innocent, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering law enforcement to take down child predators and human traffickers. From heart-wrenching survivor stories in North Africa and Thailand to proactive sting operations in the U.S., this conversation exposes the dark truths of child exploitation while offering a path forward through community action, education, and support....
In this deeply emotional and powerful interview, we sit down with Angie Sedore, founder of Safe Harbor, a nonprofit on a mission to rescue men, women, and children from human trafficking. Angie shares her shocking personal story of surviving sex trafficking, her recovery, and how she now helps others find freedom and healing.
From grooming and manipulation to cartel involvement and healing through faith and purpose, this e...
🔴 In this inspiring episode of the North Idaho Experience, we dive into the wild with Danny Cook — an adventure traveler, photographer, and content creator with over 37K followers on Instagram. Discover Danny’s journey from a small-town Idaho upbringing to scaling remote mountaintops and capturing jaw-dropping wilderness photography. From the hidden alpine lakes of North Idaho to plans for an epic solo trek to the Arctic Circle, D...
🔴 What’s it really like to go from combat zones in Iraq and Afghanistan to executive protection in luxury resorts and global hot zones? 🌍 In this captivating episode, we sit down with Stu Kortus, a former Army infantryman, private contractor (Blackwater/Triple Canopy), and elite security operator. He shares jaw-dropping stories from Iraq, Afghanistan, the Amazon, Morocco, Italy, and beyond — plus tactical travel tips, gear recs, ...
🎙️ Meet Ian Cosby – a former Apache pilot, reservist, and health coach with stories that will blow your mind and stir your soul. From flying one of the most lethal machines on Earth to coaching people on balance and mental wellness, Ian shares it all: the tech, the trauma, the mindset, and the mission.
🚁 Inside this episode:
• Apache helicopter systems & Hellfire missiles
• ADHD as a superpower in high-stress...
🎙️ In this heartwarming episode, we meet Kayleigh—a passionate PT, CrossFit enthusiast, and strong woman of faith—who shares her inspiring journey moving from Arizona to North Idaho. 🌲 From community, church, and CrossFit to family, faith, and first responders, this episode explores what makes North Idaho so special. Whether you're a local or just curious, this episode offers heartfelt wisdom, laughter, and real-life advice....
🔴 Whitney Hruza, the passionate owner of One Shot Charlie’s in Harrison, Idaho, shares her journey from Southern Idaho softball player to a small-town business powerhouse. In this emotional episode of the North Idaho Experience, learn how she built a beloved bar from scratch, survived the pandemic, and fights to preserve the spirit of Harrison. Discover the challenges of seasonal business, the impact of Airbnb, and the strength of...
Discover the untold stories of Cody Cohen – a former Recon Marine, Coeur d'Alene native, and Genesis Arms team member – as he shares his journey from military to police force, and now building the world’s most powerful shotguns. This episode of the North Idaho Experience dives into real conversations about local culture, 2A values, conservative migration, and life in North Idaho.
🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:<...
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