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Wild Ideas Worth Living

High-impact interviews for those who love adventure and the outdoors. Host and journalist Shelby Stanger interviews world-class explorers, athletes, authors, scientists, health experts and entrepreneurs about how they’ve taken their own wild ideas and made them a reality, so you can too. Some of the wildest ideas can lead to the most rewarding adventures.

Episodes

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Climbing 58 14ers in 14 Days with Dan Hobbs

05 Nov 2024
30m
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Dan Hobbs, a chief revenue officer from Minnesota and a devoted father, triumphed over a dark period of depression and suicidal thoughts by setting a record for the fastest self-supported climb of all 58 Colorado 14ers—mountains soaring over 14,000 feet. His first attempt in 2013 didn’t go as planned, but it sparked a ...

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Walking the Length of Africa with Mario Rigby

29 Oct 2024
32m
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In this podcast episode, Mario shares his incredible transformation from a disenchanted city resident to an adventurous spirit as he embarks on a bold journey across Africa. Along the way, he faces challenges and forges deep human connections. Through personal stories and insights, Mario explores how experiences of kin...

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Wild Ice Skating with Angelina Huang

22 Oct 2024
29m
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In this podcast episode, Angelina shares her inspiring journey from the intense world of competitive figure skating to the joyful freedom of wild ice skating. After navigating the emotional challenges of her career and fulfilling her childhood dream, she decided to retire and explore her love for skating in nature. Thr...

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Telling Jokes on the Trail with Matt Lyons

15 Oct 2024
24m
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In this podcast episode, listeners follow Matt Lyons' journey from a beginner camper to a renowned comedic voice in the outdoor scene. He shares how his time as a camp counselor sparked his love for hiking and creativity. Through entertaining stories and personal reflections, Lyons reveals how he turns the quirks and s...

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Becoming a Wildlife Pilot with Denise Joi

08 Oct 2024
22m
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In this episode, we follow the inspiring journey of Denise, a wildlife pilot who shifted from flying in Alaska's mountains to working with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. There, she confronted the environmental challenges facing wildlife up close. Denise shares insights about balancing the adrenaline of her job with menta...

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Learning to Surf Pipeline with Jade Darmawangsa

01 Oct 2024
30m
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In this podcast episode, Jade Darmawangsa shares her remarkable journey from a novice to conquering the waves at Pipeline. Her story is a testament to resilience, showcasing how she faced her fears, learned from failure, and embraced the joy of play. Motivated by burnout and a quest for mindfulness, Jade emphasizes the...

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Ski Mountaineering Through the Backcountry with Eric Carter

24 Sep 2024
24m
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In this podcast episode, Eric shares his thrilling journey from skimo racing to adventure coaching and guiding expeditions. He discusses the excitement and unique challenges of skimo racing, offering valuable insights into training, safety, and the personal growth he's experienced through competitive sports. As he refl...

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Inspiring Climate Action with Lauren Bash

17 Sep 2024
29m
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This podcast episode follows Lauren's inspiring journey from film school to becoming a passionate climate activist, highlighting her transition from producing social media content to advocating for sustainable living practices on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. It emphasizes the significance of community support, ...

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Exploring Blue Zones with Dan Buettner

10 Sep 2024
34m
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This podcast episode delves into Dan Buettner's transformative journey from adventurer to entrepreneur, highlighting his strategic approach to funding expeditions and the creation of MayaQuest, a pioneering project that melded archaeology with digital engagement. Buettner also illuminates the discovery of Blue Zones—re...

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Redefining Outdoor Media with Dani Reyes-Acosta

03 Sep 2024
23m
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This podcast episode chronicles Dani's transformative journey from a solo traveler in South America to a pioneering filmmaker through her series OUTLIER, intertwining themes of adventure, social justice, and community. It highlights her initial challenges with self-doubt, the healing power of nature, and the vital role...

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Climbing El Capitan at 8-Years-Old with Joe & Sam Evermore

27 Aug 2024
29m
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This podcast episode delves into the intricate relationship between climbing, parenting, and personal growth, as Joe shares his experiences with his son Sam on monumental climbs like El Capitan, highlighting the importance of setting ambitious goals and embracing challenges. It underscores that true connection and resi...

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Camping, Fishing, and Cooking Outdoors with Taku Kondo

20 Aug 2024
28m
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Guiding Communities Outdoors with Cheyenne Smith

13 Aug 2024
27m
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This podcast episode chronicles Cheyenne's inspiring journey in the outdoor industry, where her passion for nature and guiding converges with her commitment to inclusivity and community. Cheyenne’s candid reflections on her transformative experiences as a woman of color reveal the challenges she faced in predominantly ...

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Baking Cakes on Glaciers with Rose McAdoo

06 Aug 2024
28m
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Rock Climbing for Parkinson's with Molly Cupka

30 Jul 2024
23m
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Biking Through the Backcountry with Kait Boyle

23 Jul 2024
38m
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This podcast episode explores the inspiring journey of Kait Boyle, an elite adventure cyclist who transitioned from wilderness leadership to becoming a professional backcountry mountain biker. Kait shares her love for the transformative power of experiential education and the joy she found in ultra endurance bike racin...

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Establishing National Parks in Patagonia with Kristine Tompkins

16 Jul 2024
29m
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This podcast episode explores the personal journeys of individuals who made significant contributions to the preservation of land and the creation of national parks in Patagonia. It highlights the influence of their personal values, the challenges they faced, and the transformative impact of their efforts. The episode ...

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Trail Running with a Blade with Zach Friedley

09 Jul 2024
28m
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This podcast episode follows the journey of Zach Friedley, an adaptive athlete in the world of trail running. Despite being born without most of his right leg, Zach wears a running blade as a prosthetic to compete in challenging races and challenge stereotypes. The episode explores Zach's training for the Paralympics a...

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Camping Tips for Your Next Adventure with Lestarya Molloy

02 Jul 2024
27m
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This podcast episode explores the healing power of camping, as well as the intersection of technology and outdoor education. It features the founder of Fridie Outdoors, Lestarya Molloy, who shares her personal journey of discovering camping and the motivation behind creating an app that provides camping tips and resour...

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Kayaking the Hudson River with Chev Dixon

25 Jun 2024
21m
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This podcast episode explores Chev Dixon's journey from discovering his passion for kayaking on the Hudson River to becoming the director of the Hudson River Riders program. The episode highlights the transformative power of outdoor activities, the efforts to clean the river and change perceptions about its cleanliness...

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