Best Outdoorsports Podcasts (2024)

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Merging Freediving and Art with Oriana Poindexter 23:59

4h 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

2d 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

2d 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

9d 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

9d 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

17d 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

17d ago1:13:32

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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

28d 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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Retiring From Competitive Skiing at 23 with Grace Miller 24:18

1M ago24:18

24:18

What if your wild idea no longer brings you joy? Retired pro skier, Grace Miller, is intimately familiar with a change of course. Grace grew up in Alaska and started skiing at a young age. Before she was out of high school, she was recruited to compete at the highest level, but at age 23 after competing on the world stage, Grace decided to leave sk…

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GO 115 - Magician Liz Del Sol Swims With the Sharks 1:22:56

1M ago1:22:56

1:22:56

Born in Mexico, but raised in Texas, Liz Del Sol always felt an intense draw towards adventure and performing. Naturally, as soon as she graduated from college, she headed for Hollywood to pursue both. A fateful night at a production party would introduce her to the Magic Castle and reveal her inner passion for magic. Liz and Jason spoke one night …

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Microadventuring with Alastair Humphreys 28:49

1M ago28:49

28:49

Alastair Humphreys is an author and adventurer who has walked 600 miles across Southern India, ran an ultra marathon through the Sahara Desert, and hiked and rafted across Iceland. Alastair's newest wild idea is to embrace the concept of "microadventures," an adventure that is short, easily accessible, and affordable while still being fun, challeng…

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BONUS04 - Chick-a-Boom! Episode 2: When Nature Calls 44:06

1M ago44:06

44:06

We return to early 2019 for the second episode of Cyndi Wyatt’s live-stream show called Chick-a-Boom!—the by-women for-women panel discussion about the outdoors. Episode 2: When Nature Calls addresses the 3 Ps—peeing, pooping, and periods. Hosted by Cyndi Wyatt and featuring the wisdom of Marilee Valkass, Saveria Tilden, and Liz Thomas. LINKS: Watc…

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Becoming the First Woman to Travel Around the Moon with Christina Koch 28:32

1M ago28:32

28:32

What if you had an opportunity to travel around the moon? Christina Koch has worked at NASA for the last 10 years, and has been a part of groundbreaking missions in outer space. In 2019, Christina embarked on a 328-day stay on the International Space Station, setting a record for the longest single space flight by a woman. Now Christina has a new a…

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GO 114 - Lincoln Stoller and the Climbing Mind 1:13:22

2M ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Lincoln Stoller was introduced to climbing at the age of thirteen which quickly evolved into mountaineering. Throughout the 70s and 80s he climbed with storied greats such as Fred Beckey. His curious mind lead him to pursuits such as soar plane piloting, diving, exploring foreign cultures, and the studies of physics and psychology. He is the author…

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Snowboarding as a Creative Expression with Travis Rice 22:40

2M ago22:40

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Travis Rice has been pushing the envelope of what's possible in snowboarding for over 20 years. He has won prestigious awards for his riding, and completely recreated what it means to host a winter sports competition. Travis has also built new businesses like Sendy and changed the way action sports films are made. Connect with Travis: Instagram SEN…

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Birding and Nature Photography with Dudley Edmondson 23:18

2M ago23:18

23:18

Dudley Edmondson is a legendary outdoorsman and birder, nature photographer, cinematographer, speaker and an author. In 2006, he published a book called Black and Brown Faces in America's Wild Places. He hopes that his books, photos and film work will inspire the next generation of Black, Indigenous and other people of color to get outside. Connect…

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GO 113 - Foraging With Jane Fontana & Mark Fitzsimmons 1:21:48

2M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Jane Fontana and Mark Fitzsimmons share a unique lifestyle by modern standards. They live within the Angeles National Forest where practicing self-sufficiency amidst nature is a rewarding pursuit. Foraging, wood-working, wine-making, and bee-keeping are only some of the tasks that keep them occupied. Jason sat with them beneath the boughs of an aco…

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Biking Across Latin America with Erin Azouz 29:56

2M ago29:56

29:56

What if swiping on a dating app led you to your partner and an epic bike ride the length of Latin America? This was the case for Erin Azouz and her now-husband Mehedi. The bike trip profoundly shifted Erin's relationship with her work, her husband, and most importantly with herself. Connect with Erin: Website Instagram If you enjoyed this episode: …

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BONUS03 - Hometown Explorers: South Orange, NJ With Dave Boerger 24:02

2M ago24:02

24:02

Dave Boerger 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 South Orange, NJ. Learn about: • South Mountain Reservation • Jockey Hollow • Mohonk Mountain House • The Jersey Devil • The Radium Girls Watch the video version of this episod…

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Surfing, Fitness, and Plus-Size Adventuring with Kanoa Greene 27:30

3M ago27:30

27:30

Kanoa Greene was born into a family of surfers in Hawaii, but for a long time she didn't feel like she belonged in the ocean. She'd never seen a plus size person out in the water and she struggled to find gear to fit her body. Eventually when she was in her 30s, she stood up on a wave for the first time and it opened up a new world for her. Now Kan…

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GO 112 - Justin Pugh is On Rope 1:20:57

3M ago1:20:57

1:20:57

Justin Pugh’s childhood outdoor experiences were minimal. This began to change while attending university in Florida where he discovered the secret realm of urban exploration. Urbex was his initial gateway to the outdoors—a doorway that exploded open after moving to California and joining a camping trip in the Mojave desert. Justin is now an outdoo…

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Thru-Skateboarding America's Trails with Moondog Roop 24:03

3M ago24:03

24:03

Over the past few years, Moondog Roop has done three major thru-skates. First in 2021, he spent 45 days on the 1,100 mile Florida Trail. In 2022, he thru-skated across the entire state of New Mexico, and in 2023 he skateboarded 444 miles on the historic Natchez Trace, a trail which passes through parts of Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi. Connec…

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Exploring the North and South Pole with Ann Bancroft 23:28

3M ago23:28

23:28

What if your life revolved around leading groundbreaking polar expeditions? In 1986, polar explorer Ann Bancroft became the first woman to ski to the North Pole after a chance encounter with Will Steger. Connect with Ann: Website Ann Bancroft Foundation Instagram Ann Reed website & featured song If you liked this episode: Listen to Chris Fagan: Sou…

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GO 111 - Randi Ball Climbs Through Cancer 1:24:30

3M ago1:24:30

1:24:30

Randi Ball grew up in a sedentary and unhealthy family in the San Fernando Valley of California. Becoming a mother and discovering climbing in Joshua Tree motivated her to pursue an active and fit lifestyle. Yet, fighting cancer and navigating a divorce would test her newfound resilience and dedication. She and Jason spoke one morning in the mounta…

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Becoming Mentally and Physically Elite with Chad Vanags 27:50

3M ago27:50

27:50

In September of 2022, at 39 years old, Chad Vanags was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal lung cancer. Chad is a surfer, runner, and all-around athlete. In the year and a half since his diagnosis, Chad has been living his wildest most authentic life as he faces his own mortality. Cancer isn't the message, but it's been the vehicle that's pushed him to…

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Climbing Through Fear with Nina Williams 29:29

3M ago29:29

29:29

Professional climber Nina Williams is known for her highball bouldering career. Highballing is somewhere between bouldering and free soloing. Climbers scale rocks 20 to 50 feet tall, sometimes even taller, without a rope. Nina was the first woman to climb a number of extremely challenging routes around the world, from Bishop, California to Rockland…

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BONUS02 - Backcountry Meal Tips With Ryan 23:31

3M ago23:31

23:31

While hiking through California’s Sierra Nevada mountain range, Ryan Payne shares his backcountry meal tips. Prepare yourself for superior backcountry dining. ___________________ Specialty Items (flavor enhancers): Asian type soup serrano pepper sesame seeds dried onion garlic ___________________________________ Breakfast: Cup of oatmeal with chia,…

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GO 110 - John Gray, Adventures Past to Expat Future 1:33:52

4M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

John Gray grew up as a prototypical Southern California surfer boy. After a divorce in adulthood, he sought to recapture the health and fitness of his youth. He threw himself into hiking, backpacking, climbing, and canyoneering. He and Jason sat at a dark park bench in Redlands one evening reminiscing about climbing trips, waterskiing outings, and …

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Listeners Wild Ideas and Looking Back at 2023 27:19

4M ago27:19

27:19

That's a wrap on lucky season seven! Join host Shelby Stanger to celebrate the 50 phenomenal guests who shared their adventures with us this year as well as listeners who let us in on the wild ideas they have planned for 2024! Projects & episodes mentioned in this episode: Watch Melissa Kegler's documentary, Ice Mermaid: Cold Resolve The Wisdom of …

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GO 109 - Roaming the US With Whistle Pig Eileen Beall 1:32:20

4M ago1:32:20

1:32:20

Eileen always had a strong desire for exploration and adventure, despite an ill-planned childhood excursion. Her curious nature lead her across the United States where she repeatedly encountered unique experiences and opportunities. She and Jason sat in the dark woods one evening as Eileen spun a tale that continued to surprise: from whistle pigs t…

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Winning the Triple Crown of Ultra Running with Courtney Dauwalter 31:39

4M ago31:39

31:39

Ultra runner, Courtney Dauwalter is known as one of the greatest athletes of our time She's also know for running in long basketball shorts, scarfing down pizza and nachos between races, and her mindset when it comes to mastering the "pain cave." This summer, Courtney ran three of the most prestigious ultramarathons in the world and ended up winnin…

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BONUS01 - Chick-a-Boom! Episode 1: Mother Nature is Calling 39:16

4M ago39:16

39:16

In the summer of 2019, we helped previous guest, Cyndi Wyatt, produce a live-stream show called Chick-a-Boom! It is a by-women for-women panel discussion about the outdoors. Episode 1: Mother Nature is Calling asks the question, “what keeps you from getting outside?” and explores the Top 5 reasons women don’t get outdoors. Hosted by Cyndi Wyatt and…

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Wild Ideas Worth Living

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

Jason B Milligan

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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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Retiring From Competitive Skiing at 23 with Grace Miller 24:18

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GO 115 - Magician Liz Del Sol Swims With the Sharks 1:22:56

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Microadventuring with Alastair Humphreys 28:49

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BONUS04 - Chick-a-Boom! Episode 2: When Nature Calls 44:06

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Becoming the First Woman to Travel Around the Moon with Christina Koch 28:32

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GO 114 - Lincoln Stoller and the Climbing Mind 1:13:22

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Snowboarding as a Creative Expression with Travis Rice 22:40

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Birding and Nature Photography with Dudley Edmondson 23:18

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GO 113 - Foraging With Jane Fontana & Mark Fitzsimmons 1:21:48

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Biking Across Latin America with Erin Azouz 29:56

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BONUS03 - Hometown Explorers: South Orange, NJ With Dave Boerger 24:02

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Surfing, Fitness, and Plus-Size Adventuring with Kanoa Greene 27:30

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GO 112 - Justin Pugh is On Rope 1:20:57

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Thru-Skateboarding America's Trails with Moondog Roop 24:03

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Exploring the North and South Pole with Ann Bancroft 23:28

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GO 111 - Randi Ball Climbs Through Cancer 1:24:30

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Becoming Mentally and Physically Elite with Chad Vanags 27:50

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Climbing Through Fear with Nina Williams 29:29

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BONUS02 - Backcountry Meal Tips With Ryan 23:31

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GO 110 - John Gray, Adventures Past to Expat Future 1:33:52

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Listeners Wild Ideas and Looking Back at 2023 27:19

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GO 109 - Roaming the US With Whistle Pig Eileen Beall 1:32:20

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Winning the Triple Crown of Ultra Running with Courtney Dauwalter 31:39

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BONUS01 - Chick-a-Boom! Episode 1: Mother Nature is Calling 39:16

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