Best Microadventure Podcasts (2024)

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EP-188 JETLAG JUNKIE: Exploring Purpose, Adventure, and Belonging Through Travel with Jeff Johns 40:12

18m ago40:12

40:12

In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we sit down with Jeff Johns, author of Jet Lag Junkie, to explore how travel reshaped his life and worldview. Jeff takes us on a journey from his days as a lost college student with ADHD to becoming a globe-trotting adventurer who has visited nearly 100 countries. Along the way, he found purpose in disas…

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A Single Map - the Final Episode 19:53

11h ago19:53

19:53

Thank you for all your support this year! I hope you'll get out and explore your own map too... For more ideas and info: www.alastairhumphreys.com/local I am proud to know these familiar little spots, for they have helped me learn to appreciate where I live and feel more attached to it, despite Thoreau’s insistence that a landscape can ‘never becom…

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Parakeets 12:59

10d ago12:59

12:59

I cycled to a small town that I knew as a motorway junction and a monstrous snarl of a roundabout. And yet I was riding towards it down pretty lanes fringed with red and yellow leaves that swirled and spun in the wind. It was disorientating not to have thought of this place in this way before. What would I discover on the last of my fifty-two grid …

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EP-187 PADDLE TO THE ARCTIC: Exploring North America’s Wild Waterways with Jonathon Rau and Zach Fritz 43:42

3d ago43:42

43:42

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathon Rau and Zach Fritz, two passionate adventurers who take us deep into the heart of their latest expedition: paddling a remarkable 4,400-kilometer route through some of North America’s wildest landscapes. Starting at Zach’s family cabin in Big Falls, Minnesota, this journey reflects a lifelong connection to …

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EP-186 EVEREST BASE CAMP ADVENTURE: Backpacking Tips and High-Altitude Trekking with Matt Shafter 33:03

10d ago33:03

33:03

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we chat with Matt Shafter, an adventurer who has mastered the art of balancing work and travel, allowing him to explore the world for three months each year. Matt shares his journey from a corporate job in Illinois to becoming a traveling physical therapist, giving him the flexibility to live in the moun…

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Mushrooms 10:44

21d ago10:44

10:44

I began today’s grid square outside the Duke of Wellington pub, which dated from 1516, two and a half centuries before Old Nosey was born. I thought about all the brawls and laughs it had seen, and the tall tales told by 500 years of drinkers. I pondered also when they’d installed a petanque court in the garden, a game surely more suited to Napoleo…

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EP-185 THRU-HIKING EXPERTISE: Tackling Trails and Simplifying Life with Tim and Renee 33:20

17d ago33:20

33:20

In this episode, we sit down with Tim and Renee, better known as the "thruhikers" on YouTube and social media. They share their incredible journey of balancing busy careers while completing some of the world’s most iconic long-distance hikes. From their first steps on the Pacific Crest Trail to setting record trail times and creating a hiking app i…

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Legacy 11:11

1M ago11:11

11:11

It was a morning of fresh sunshine and a chilly breeze, that day defined in The Meaning of Liff as ‘Brithdir – The first day of the winter on which your breath condenses in the air.’ There had been the first faint frost as I pedalled out this morning, pulling on thick gloves and feeling the pinch of cold on my nose. The year was drawing down. The s…

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EP-184 VIETNAM ON TWO WHEELS: Perfect Winter Cycling Escapes and Local Culture with Thai Hang 21:05

24d ago21:05

21:05

In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Thai Hang, a local guide based in Saigon, to explore why Vietnam is a top destination for winter cycling escapes. Thai shares his insights on Vietnam’s diverse regions, each offering unique experiences for cyclists—from the mountainous North to the flat, lush Mekong Delta in the South. W…

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Conkers 11:47

28d ago11:47

11:47

As autumn approached, I was particularly looking forward to find- ing conkers. Horse chestnut trees and their appealing, polished seeds are a surefire declaration of the season. The trees were introduced into Britain from the Balkans in the 16th century. They’re not common in wild woodland, but are staples of towns, parks and villages. Insects gorg…

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Rewilding the Valley 16:24

1M ago16:24

16:24

An episode on rewilding. Walking always feels very different from the running and cycling I usually do for exercise. I’m generally too impatient to walk somewhere if I could run or ride instead. But the way I think changes depending on my mode of transport. Slow my legs and my mind starts to slow too. When you walk, you can stop at any time to poke…

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Bees 11:49

1M ago11:49

11:49

A long row of black poplar trees escorted my road towards the low horizon. I passed a row of small industrial units, then a house offering rosy windfall apples and pears in a chipped, white ceramic bowl on the doorstep. Voices carried from an open upstairs window, engrossed in a Zoom call about something or other. A cluster of beehives stood in the…

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Anxiety and the art of the microadventure 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

Everywhere you look these days, people are having epic adventures on their bikes. The gradual transition from faster to further, higher and wilder makes for some incredible stories and images, but it's becoming hard to escape the feeling that everyone else is having a bigger and better time than you. Aspiration is no bad thing, but it means very di…

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Slow 14:14

2M ago14:14

14:14

Though the silver birch trees were turning to autumnal gold, sum- mer was back this week with a fury, despite me writing it off, but it was probably too early to speak of an Indian summer. The earliest known use of the phrase comes from a Frenchman called John de Crevecoeur in the eastern United States in 1778. It perhaps referred to a spell of war…

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Blackberries 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

Today’s grid square was a rare outing to the far side of the river, to the very edge of the map itself. It felt like a new country. Over that next hill lay lands unknown, and maybe even dragons. I cycled up a stony bridleway through a wood, making sure to savour the greenness before the leaves fell for another year, to store away the memories as no…

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Thistles 9:53

2M ago9:53

9:53

The gate’s clang startled a buzzard who lumbered off the ground and flew into the sanctuary of the trees. I stood still in the field, feeling myself beginning to slow down and unwind. I breathed in the smell of hay, blinked at the sunshine, and reminded myself that things couldn’t be too bad if I got to call this ‘work’. Riding here had been a conf…

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EP-183 ARCTIC EXPEDITIONS: Exploring the Arctic, Greenland, and Canada’s Northwest Passage 37:38

2M ago37:38

37:38

In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we explore the breathtaking Arctic region with Martin Aldrich from Adventure Canada, an expert in cruises to some of the world’s most remote locations. We dive into the fascinating contrasts between the Arctic and Antarctica, revealing the unique cultural and natural wonders found in the North. Martin sh…

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Access 13:45

2M ago13:45

13:45

A good old chunter about access rights, the right to roam, and Scandinavia's approach to allemansrätten. My hopes were high. It was a perfect sunny day and the grid square looked enticing on paper. It was mostly woodland, with some contour lines, a small lake and the site of a Roman villa thrown in for luck. There was only one building on the whole…

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EP-182 APPALACHIAN TRAIL JOURNEY: Embracing Change and Adventure with Author Sally Chaffin Brooks 40:10

2M ago40:10

40:10

In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we catch up with Sally Chaffin Brooks, author of the upcoming book Going to Maine. Sally shares her incredible journey on the Appalachian Trail, a 2,200-mile adventure that stretched from Georgia to Maine. We dive into her spontaneous decision to hike the trail, despite a less-than-stellar first backpack…

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EP-181 DOGPACKING ADVENTURES: Biking, Hiking, and Exploring the Outdoors with Your Canine Companion 47:37

2M ago47:37

47:37

In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we sit down with Krista Halling, co-founder of DogPacking.com, to explore the exciting world of adventuring with your dog. Krista, a veterinarian with a passion for outdoor activities, shares her journey of starting DogPacking.com after struggling to find reliable information on how to bring her mini Gol…

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Swimming 11:05

2M ago11:05

11:05

I cycled to today’s grid square with Test Match Special playing in my headphones. Listening to the ebb and flow of a cricket match arcing towards its conclusion is one of my greatest pleasures. I turned it off reluctantly when I arrived so that I could concentrate on what I was exploring. I began outside a working man’s club with a fluttering Union…

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Daybreak 5:58

3M ago5:58

5:58

It seemed to me, walking and cycling through this year on my map, that the seasons move in two ways: gradually, then suddenly. No change, no change, no change... and then one morning the new season is well on its way, overlapping the previous one in its eagerness to get going. I caught the first embryonic smells of autumn today, along with heavy de…

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EP-180 WORLD CYCLING JOURNEY: From European Highways to Southeast Asia’s Trails with Nate Jetter 36:39

3M ago36:39

36:39

In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we catch up with Nate Jetter, a cyclist and adventurer who first joined us over a year ago when he was just starting his journey. Back then, Nate was navigating his way through Europe with little cycling experience, but a lot of determination. Now, he's in rural Australia, having cycled across multiple c…

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Streets 13:11

3M ago13:11

13:11

I had waited for the rain showers to pass before heading out today, but I was forced to shelter from a fresh cloudburst beneath a bowed old horse chestnut tree. Sheets of water slid down the road and dampened my enthusiasm. I had, however, spotted the map symbol for a pub on today’s grid square, and I had little to do later. ‘Go for a look around t…

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EP-179 EXPLORING THE BEST OF ECUADOR: Trekking the Andes and Multi-Sport Adventures 49:29

3M ago49:29

49:29

In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we dive into the wonders of Ecuador with local guide Christian Valencia. We explore why Ecuador, with its breathtaking Andes, vibrant indigenous culture, rich Spanish colonial history, and the stunning Galapagos Islands, is a must-visit destination. Christian shares insights on the country’s incredible b…

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Polytunnels 14:14

3M ago14:14

14:14

I filled my bottles with ice before heading out this morning. It was the hottest day of the year, and Britain was parched by an unusually severe drought. As I got ready, I heard on the radio that 20cm of rain had fallen in an hour in Germany, causing floods that killed almost 200 people. The last of the morning dew felt cool on my toes as I cycled …

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EP-178 SAILING THE GLOBE WITH A FAMILY OF 5: Ocean Adventures and Raising Kids With Rob Hamill 50:31

3M ago50:31

50:31

In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we chat with the inspiring Rob Hamill, who, along with his family, has made a life on a sailboat. We dive into their incredible journey of living on the water, starting with their decision to buy a yacht in 2015, and the many adventures they've had sailing through Tonga, Fiji, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, and…

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Viewpoints 10:56

4M ago10:56

10:56

Includes a polite argument about land access and the right to roam. I sat down on an overgrown, underused bench outside a derelict timber-framed pub to squeeze out my socks. The men in hi-vis jackets from the water board had warned of a deep flood on the road, but I thought, ‘Come on, lads, how deep can it be?’ and pedalled on. ‘Pretty deep,’ was t…

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EP-177 LIVING WITH INTENTION: Embracing Different Paths Through Life With Lisa Jansen 37:22

4M ago37:22

37:22

In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Jansen, author of Life Done Differently: One Woman's Journey on the Road Less Traveled. Lisa shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a high-powered marketing executive to living a non-traditional, more intentional life in a camper van. Join us as Lisa dives into her journe…

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Lakes 9:47

4M ago9:47

9:47

There was a humid, jungle feel to the day after heavy overnight rain. Plants shone, the ground steamed, a thrush sang a persistent tune that wouldn’t have sounded out of place in the tropics, and pink rosebay willowherb flowers gave off their strong, sweet fragrance. The plant is known as fireweed in North America, and its scent always reminds me o…

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EP-176 CYCLING VANCOUVER ISLAND: Canada's Hidden Gem for Adventure Travelers With Leah Hill 32:17

4M ago32:17

32:17

In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we dive into the hidden gem of Vancouver Island with local cycle guide Leah Hill. Join us as Leah unveils the magic of this outdoor lover's paradise, offering year-round adventures from hiking and garden tours to wildlife viewing and burgeoning food culture. Leah shares her insider tips on the island’s b…

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Ferry 6:52

4M ago6:52

6:52

To reach today’s square, I needed to make a short crossing on a small ferry, which I knew would be fun but also added the tiniest frac- tion of hassle to proceedings, which is all I ever need to be tempt- ed to procrastinate. That quibble aside, I always enjoy ferry crossings. The only thing that beats them are cable ferries across rivers, with a b…

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Butterflies 16:02

4M ago16:02

16:02

I removed my bike helmet and wiped my sweaty face. It was hot. I was at a memorial to a pilot shot down by German Messerschmitts in the skies overhead during the Second World War. Appropriately, the fields around were filled with poppies. Scattered at the base of the memorial was the rubbish from a KFC takeaway. The ten-piece Wicked Variety bucket …

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EP-175 NOURISHING ADVENTURES: Mastering Nutrition for Outdoor Activities with Juliana Gedney 38:18

4M ago38:18

38:18

Join us on the latest episode of the 10Adventures Podcast as we dive into the world of nutrition with Juliana Gedney, a dedicated nutritional therapist. We discuss the impact of balanced meals, the importance of whole foods, and practical tips for maintaining a nutritious diet, even when traveling or during busy weeks. Juliana's expertise shines as…

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Connections 13:14

4M ago13:14

13:14

A bonus round. A little something extra. Have a look at what you could have won... I didn’t go out today to explore a grid square as usual, but to see the squares between the squares. I’d found myself with the rare but joyous occurrence of a weekend afternoon all to myself, so decided to go for a bike ride to calm my nerves before the big football …

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Hovering 11:24

4M ago11:24

11:24

This kingdom of mine might cover only twenty kilometres squared, but it seemed at times to span a thousand worlds. From winter to sum- mer, welcoming smiles to grumpy shouts, and from last week’s jaded streets to this long grass, busy with butterflies, where I lay on my back, alone and undisturbed, and enjoyed the warm sun on my face. Down in the d…

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EP-174 BEYOND THE AMERICAN DREAM: Finding More Purpose Through Expat Life with James Balagot 47:39

4M ago47:39

47:39

In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with James Balagot, author of "Beyond the American Dream," to explore his family's daring move from the Bay Area to Berlin and eventually Hong Kong. James shares insights from their journey, revealing the challenges and unexpected joys of embracing the expat lifestyle. We dive into the motiv…

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Jaded 9:52

5M ago9:52

9:52

Each week I arrived in my grid square with little idea what might capture my interest, but an increased certainty that something would. As with all good exploration, there were hints and hopes about what I’d find, but each square also surprised me. This meant that if I found a square underwhelming, with little to interest me, the responsibility was…

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EP-173 A NEW APPROACH TO LIFE AND RETIREMENT: Embracing a Life of Adventure with the “Wander Women” Kristy and Annette 47:56

4M ago47:56

47:56

In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we learn about the incredible journey of Annette and Kristy, also known as the Wander Women, who traded their conventional lives for a life of adventure and exploration. We chat with them about their inspiring transition from traditional jobs to a life on the road, living out of their RV, and exploring …

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Solstice 10:48

5M ago10:48

10:48

I sheltered beneath a large field maple tree, reframing my atti- tude to rain. Parking the grumbles and persuading myself instead how gleaming clean all the trees looked. Appreciating the gun-barrel-gran- ite skies. Remembering that a day in the rain is better than a day in the office. That kind of thing. One of my favourite smells is the air after…

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EP-172 AN UNFORGETTABLE FAMILY JOURNEY: Exploring In A VW Van With The Dumbri Family 26:23

5M ago26:23

26:23

In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Arturs and Arta Dumbri, an inspiring couple who took their young family on an unforgettable six-month journey across Europe and North Africa. Traveling over 25,000 kilometers in their trusty VW van, they explored diverse landscapes and cultures, culminating in the family-friendly advent…

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Meadows 8:57

5M ago8:57

8:57

I had a free morning and my latest grid square lay before me, begin- ning with the rare pleasure of a segregated cycle lane, safe from the busy road that sliced the square in half. I rode fast and free, blasting away the day’s earlier frustrations of waiting on the phone for an hour to speak to my electricity provider. Free at last! (Me, not the el…

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EP-171 CYCLING JOURNEY: Exploring the World on Two Wheels and the Zen of Riding with Peter Flax 24:42

5M ago24:42

24:42

In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we enter into the world of cycling with Peter Flax, the former editor in chief of Bicycling Magazine, Runners World, and Backpacker, and the author of the inspiring new book, "Live to Ride." Peter shares his lifelong passion for cycling, from commuting over 40,000 miles to exploring the globe on two whe…

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Eclipse 14:12

5M ago14:12

14:12

The map promised waterfalls. I was not expecting the 979 metres of Venezuela’s Angel Falls (named after the American explorer and pilot Jimmy Angel, whose plane crashed on Auyán-Tepuí in 1937), the volume of Inga Falls in the DRC (more than 46 million litres per second), or even the Denmark Strait cataract (an undersea waterfall plummeting unseen…

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EP-170 ARCTIC ADVENTURE: Trekking the Brooks Range and Embracing Wilderness with Michael Engelhard 42:27

5M ago42:27

42:27

Join us on this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast as we dive into an extraordinary journey with Michael Engelhard, author of "Arctic Traverse: A Thousand Mile Summer of Trekking the Brooks Range." Unlike most trips we discuss, this adventure takes place in the almost uninhabited wilderness of Alaska's Brooks Range, covering a thousand miles with…

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Flow 11:01

5M ago11:01

11:01

I dug out a pair of shorts to welcome in June. My legs shone ala- baster white, brighter than the day’s glorious sun. The lightness I felt inside made me aware of how sluggish I had been throughout the dark half of the year. Today, though, I was alert and enthusiastic. Even bet- ter, a chalk stream kissed the corner of today’s grid square. So I beg…

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EP-169 NAVIGATING LIFE'S TRANSITIONS: Goal-Setting and Personal Growth With Beth Creedon 44:59

5M ago44:59

44:59

In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we dive into the journey of living a more authentic and fulfilling life with professional life coach Beth Creedon. We often hear about the challenges of making significant life changes, whether it's embarking on an adventurous trip or seeking a more meaningful existence. Beth shares her insights on taki…

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EP-168 HIKING ACROSS EUROPE: How Walking 7000km Can Change Your Life With Alex Denk 35:36

5M ago35:36

35:36

In this episode of the 10 Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Alex Denk, a hiker who turned his passion for walking into an incredible journey across Europe. Alex shares the story of his 7,000km trek from Tarifa, Spain, to the northern reaches of Norway, a feat that transformed his life in ways he never imagined. We explore how personal events led…

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Swifts 14:01

6M ago14:01

14:01

I found an elevated spot where I could peep through the fence and look down on the new town being built across this blank grid square. Yet my map has never been blank. Even our brief history here stretches back hundreds of thousands of years to the Neanderthal hand axes dis- covered nearby, tools once used to butcher animals and make clothes. I’ve …

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EP-167 CAMINO DE SANTIAGO: Everything You Need To Know About The Camino 54:27

6M ago54:27

54:27

In this episode of the 10 Adventures podcast, we dive deep into the world of the Camino de Santiago with Miguel Reguero, founder of Rutas Meigas, a specialist Camino operator. The Camino, a historic pilgrimage route, has surged in popularity over the years, attracting a diverse range of pilgrims, from families with young children to octogenarians s…

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