Best Outdoorsports Podcasts (2024)

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Baking Cakes on Glaciers with Rose McAdoo 28:58

37m ago28:58

28:58

Rose McAdoo is trained baker and culinary artist who makes “science desserts” — four tiered cakes or sparkling lollipops that she uses to explain complex environmental concepts. The best part, Rose creates these culinary masterpieces in the wild. She has whipped up desserts at the edges of glaciers, on volcanoes, and in caves and deserts. Each swee…

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GO 124 - Capturing Nature With Alpacapreneur Wasim Muklashy 1:13:46

44m ago1:13:46

1:13:46

Wasim Muklashy discovered his love for the outdoor world as an adult living in Topanga Canyon. This newfound appreciation would inspire him to build a career as a nature photographer and to get involved with environmental causes. Living in a barn during Covid lockdowns introduced him to the world of alpaca entrepreneurship. Jason and Wasim spoke on…

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Rock Climbing for Parkinson's with Molly Cupka 23:35

2h ago23:35

23:35

Molly Cupka is a climber and founder of the organization Up Ending Parkinson's, a nonprofit that teaches people with Parkinson's disease to rock climb. Parkinson's is the second most common neurological disease behind Alzheimer's and rock climbing provides a ton of health benefits including balance, grip strength, and mental acuity. For the climber…

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Biking Through the Backcountry with Kait Boyle 38:27

29m ago38:27

38:27

Kait Boyle is an elite adventure cyclist who bikes over mountains, across deserts, and through canyons. Early on in her cycling career, Kait found her niche, falling in love with races in the 24 hour 300 mile range. In 2018, a serious accident turned Kait's life upside down and changed her perspective on the path she's carved. Connect with Kait: In…

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GO 123 - Racing to Nature With Marilee Valkass 1:11:52

7d ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Marilee Valkass owes her love of nature to her father who introduced her to the deserts and mountains of California at a young age. This fascination has guided her life—leading her down the snowy slopes of Mammoth, cross country in cycling races, and into wilderness areas with her backpack. Jason and Marilee spoke one day in the hills of Bend, OR a…

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Establishing National Parks in Patagonia with Kristine Tompkins 29:49

7d ago29:49

29:49

Kristine Tompkins is one of the world's most successful conservationists. She's the president and co-founder of Tompkins Conservation, which is a non-profit that purchases land in South America, largely in Patagonia to create national parks, boost regenerative economies, and bring back missing species through rewilding. Before dedicating her life t…

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Trail Running with a Blade with Zach Friedley 28:12

30d ago28:12

28:12

Zach Friedley is a professional athlete who is changing the sport of trail running. Zach was born without most of his right leg, and is often the only adaptive athlete at the starting line of some of the world’s hardest races. There aren’t a lot of running events with categories specifically for adaptive athletes, but Zach is on a mission to change…

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Camping Tips for Your Next Adventure with Lestarya Molloy 27:52

22d ago27:52

27:52

Lestarya Molloy is the founder of Fridie Outdoors, an app that has easy, digestible camping tips that you can access from anywhere. In this episode, Lestarya is joined by REI's Green Vests and Experience Guides to share the best tips for your upcoming camping adventure. Connect with Lestarya: Fridie Outdoors website & Instagram Download the Fridie …

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GO 122 - Taking Less With Glen Van Peski of Gossamer Gear 1:10:20

1M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

Glen Van Peski is a retired engineer best know for accidentally starting the ultralight backpacking company Gossamer Gear. He recently published take less. do more., a book reflecting on his adventures in life and nature and how they’ve lead him to gratitude and generosity. Jason and Glen spoke one morning about a boyhood cross-country cycling trip…

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Kayaking the Hudson River with Chev Dixon 21:32

18d ago21:32

21:32

Chev Dixon is a skilled outdoor athlete whose life changed when he learned to kayak. He is the director of an organization called the Hudson River Riders and the founder of the Hudson Valley Challenge, a 685-mile paddling, hiking, running, and cycling event that crosses the state of New York. Connect with Chev: Instagram Hudson River Riders website…

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Paragliding Through the Skies with Galen Kirkpatrick 29:23

2M ago29:23

29:23

Galen Kirkpatrick is a world class paraglider - in 2022 she was the FAI Women’s Pan-American Paragliding Champion, and in 2023 she became the overall US National Champion. Paragliding has become a vehicle for Galen to get in touch with herself and see the world from a new perspective. Connect with Galen: Instagram Thank you to our sponsors: Capital…

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GO 121 - Tiny Home Dweller Morgan McShea Connects With Nature 1:19:14

27d ago1:19:14

1:19:14

Morgan McShea chased her passions for fashion and filmmaking, but ultimately found disillusionment instead. She unexpectedly discovered a greater purpose in the natural environments of the Pacific Northwest. Jason and Morgan sat on the porch of her tiny home one afternoon discussing her path to sustainable practices, the value of forest bathing, wh…

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Surfing, Cycling and Sharing the Magic of Nature with Mario Ordoñez-Calderón 25:44

2M ago25:44

25:44

Mario Ordoñez-Caldéron is a Mayan-American storyteller, surfer, and adventurer committed to pursuing a deeper connection with his Indigenous roots, the natural world, and helping San Diego local youth foster their own relationships with the outdoors through his nonprofit, Un Mar de Colores. Connect with Mario: Website Instagram Un Mar de Colores …

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Running, Mentorship, and Embodying Bravey with Alexi Pappas 25:18

1M ago25:18

25:18

Alexi Pappas is a wildly talented, multi-faceted athlete. She’s a professional runner, an author, a champion for mental health, a guide runner for blind athletes, a filmmaker, and an entrepreneur. When she runs, Alexi is often wearing a huge smile on her face and a healthy dusting of glitter across her cheeks. Alexi’s running journey has taken her …

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GO 120 - Documenting Adventure With Bill Sharpsteen of Mr. Hall’s Trail Guide 1:39:41

1M ago1:39:41

1:39:41

Cub Scout Drop-out Bill Sharpsteen became enamored with outdoor exploration on a high school backpacking trip. His inquisitive sensibilities and desire for adventure lead him to a career as a journalist, photographer, and documentary producer. His latest project is the YouTube channel Mr. Hall’s Trail Guide, a video resource to numerous hiking trai…

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Climbing, Business, and Chasing Big Dreams with Sasha DiGiulian 28:39

2M ago28:39

28:39

Sasha DiGiulian is one of the best female rock climbers in the world. She's spent over a decade competing internationally, she’s a three-time US National Champion, a World Champion, and she’s had over 30 first female ascents. Sasha is also the founder and CEO of the superfood protein bar company, Send Bars. Connect with Sasha: Website Instagram Sen…

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Thru-Hiking, Canoeing, and Dehydrating Food with Renee Miller & Tim Beissinger 28:03

3M ago28:03

28:03

Thruhikers, Tim Beissinger and Renee Miller started dating in college and have always been active people. Tim grew up hiking and camping with his family, and Renee was a runner. The two dragged each other along on their respective outdoor outings. Eventually they worked their way up to thru-hiking, a sport that they've fallen in love with and built…

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GO 119 - Canyons Are Calling Shirlz Jocelyn 1:13:40

3M ago1:13:40

1:13:40

Utah native Shirlz Jocelyn was introduced to canyoneering in 2010, a moment that would alter the course of her future. Her love for the sport would lead her to a stint as a canyon guide, an ongoing job with Imlay Canyon Gear, and the drive to produce a canyoneering focused podcast. She and Jason spoke one evening in Kanab about the draw of canyons,…

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Establishing Bikepacking Routes with Sarah Swallow 22:24

3M ago22:24

22:24

Sarah Swallow is a professional adventure cyclist who develops bike packing routes around the country. When she creates a route, she takes the history, geography, and the biodiversity of an area into account. Her routes are often hundreds of miles long and lead riders past historical sites, landmarks, and diverse landscapes. In 2019, Sarah took her…

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Backpacking Solo with Isabel Riza Cautivo 24:32

2M ago24:32

24:32

Isabel Cautivo has become one of the most prominent solo women backpackers on the internet. She has gone viral for making vulnerable and educational videos about her day trip and her most popular TikTok is about how she got into solo backpacking. Connect with Isabel: Instagram TikTok Check out: Sign up for Hipcamp and REI’s “Summer of Magic Campout…

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GO 118 - Be Infamous With Jesse St. Louis 1:11:10

3M ago1:11:10

1:11:10

Jesse St. Louis has always been enamored with the chaos of moving water. Yet, an obsessive pursuit of his acting career kept him blind to the natural world around him for many years. A fateful experience atop a waterfall in L.A. would inspire him to reevaluate his identity—ultimately leading him on a path to exploration and adventure travel. Jason …

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Becoming a Professional Traveler with Jeff Jenkins 26:00

2M ago26:00

26:00

Five years ago, Jeff Jenkins decided he wanted to become a professional traveler. His goal was to make a living traveling around the world and helping people. Today he's doing exactly that. After years of hard work building an online platform called Chubby Diaries, Jeff is now the host of National Geographic's TV show, Never Say Never. Connect with…

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Merging Freediving and Art with Oriana Poindexter 23:59

3M ago23:59

23:59

Oriana Poindexter is a professional artist whose work weaves together photography, science, and marine life. Her art is very unique. Oriana uses seaweed and light-sensitive chemicals to make stunning, almost haunting prints. She lives in San Diego where she free dives in kelp forests for inspiration, and to harvest materials for her art. Connect wi…

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GO 117 - Fun Facts With Super Spy Jessica Leila 1:45:26

3M ago1:45:26

1:45:26

Jessica Leila grew up with parents who wanted her to have every opportunity they had not. Her childhood was filled with love, world travel, and every extracurricular activity imaginable. Despite this, she still struggled with anxiety and an underlying anger. Joining a caving grotto in adulthood would introduce her to a new set of challenging outdoo…

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Traveling to Every Country Without Flying with Thor Pedersen 31:15

3M ago31:15

31:15

In 2013, Thor Pedersen left his home in Denmark for the trip of a lifetime. His goal was to travel to every country in the world. He had three rules for his journey. He had to spend at least 24 hours in each country. He couldn't return to Denmark until he had crossed off every nation on the list. And last but not least, no air travel. Connect with …

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BONUS05 - Hometown Explorers: Highland Park, IL With Joe Reinstein 17:39

3M ago17:39

17:39

Joe Reinstein has accepted the Wonder Outside 3X3 Challenge! Listen as he shares easily accessible outdoor adventures within 3 minutes, 30 minutes, and 3 hours of his home in Highland Park, IL. Learn about: • Open Lands Lakeshore Preserve at Fort Sheridan • Millennium Park • Kettle Moraine State Forest Watch the video version of this episode at: ht…

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Cycling Around the World with Lael Wilcox 29:16

4M ago29:16

29:16

Lael Wilcox is known as one of the world's best ultra-endurance cyclists. She's ridden over 150,000 miles in more than 50 countries. Now, Lael is going after her wildest idea yet: to break the record for cycling around the world. Her goal is to ride more than 18,000 miles in 110 days. Connect with Lael: Website Instagram Check out: Take the Wild Id…

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Taking Less on the Trail with Glen Van Peski 27:12

4M ago27:12

27:12

Glen Van Peski is known as the king of ultralight backpacking. While backpackers will hit the trails with a pack that weighs upwards of 20 pounds, sometimes even up to 50 or more, Glen's pack usually only weighs around 12 pounds. Glen is also the founder of the functional lightweight backpacking and hiking gear company, Gossamer Gear, and the autho…

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GO 116 - Jerry Nickelsburg, Guided by an Outdoor Epiphany 1:13:32

3M ago1:13:32

1:13:32

In addition to his responsibilities as a father, grandfather, professor, and respected economist; Jerry Nickelsburg has traveled the world pursuing backpacking, mountaineering, SCUBA diving, caving, and more. A California kid raised in Virginia, Jerry was a troubled child with a worrisome future. A camping trip at 11 shifted his perspective, enamor…

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Sailing Solo Around The World with Ruby Gates 26:13

5M ago26:13

26:13

At the age of 50, Ruby Gates left her career and home to get on a sailboat for seven months. At the time, she knew nothing about sailing, but the trip changed her life. Now, nine years later, Ruby has decided to go after the wildest idea she's ever had. She's circumnavigating the world by sailboat. Connect with Ruby: Sail with Ruby Instagram Thank …

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G.O. Get Outside Podcast - Everyday Active People Outdoors

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Baking Cakes on Glaciers with Rose McAdoo 28:58

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GO 124 - Capturing Nature With Alpacapreneur Wasim Muklashy 1:13:46

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Rock Climbing for Parkinson's with Molly Cupka 23:35

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Biking Through the Backcountry with Kait Boyle 38:27

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GO 123 - Racing to Nature With Marilee Valkass 1:11:52

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Establishing National Parks in Patagonia with Kristine Tompkins 29:49

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Trail Running with a Blade with Zach Friedley 28:12

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Camping Tips for Your Next Adventure with Lestarya Molloy 27:52

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GO 122 - Taking Less With Glen Van Peski of Gossamer Gear 1:10:20

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Kayaking the Hudson River with Chev Dixon 21:32

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Paragliding Through the Skies with Galen Kirkpatrick 29:23

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GO 121 - Tiny Home Dweller Morgan McShea Connects With Nature 1:19:14

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Surfing, Cycling and Sharing the Magic of Nature with Mario Ordoñez-Calderón 25:44

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Running, Mentorship, and Embodying Bravey with Alexi Pappas 25:18

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GO 120 - Documenting Adventure With Bill Sharpsteen of Mr. Hall’s Trail Guide 1:39:41

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Climbing, Business, and Chasing Big Dreams with Sasha DiGiulian 28:39

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Thru-Hiking, Canoeing, and Dehydrating Food with Renee Miller & Tim Beissinger 28:03

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GO 119 - Canyons Are Calling Shirlz Jocelyn 1:13:40

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Establishing Bikepacking Routes with Sarah Swallow 22:24

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Backpacking Solo with Isabel Riza Cautivo 24:32

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GO 118 - Be Infamous With Jesse St. Louis 1:11:10

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Becoming a Professional Traveler with Jeff Jenkins 26:00

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Merging Freediving and Art with Oriana Poindexter 23:59

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GO 117 - Fun Facts With Super Spy Jessica Leila 1:45:26

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Traveling to Every Country Without Flying with Thor Pedersen 31:15

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BONUS05 - Hometown Explorers: Highland Park, IL With Joe Reinstein 17:39

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Cycling Around the World with Lael Wilcox 29:16

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Taking Less on the Trail with Glen Van Peski 27:12

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GO 116 - Jerry Nickelsburg, Guided by an Outdoor Epiphany 1:13:32

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Sailing Solo Around The World with Ruby Gates 26:13

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