Best Tremula Network & On The Outside Podcasts (2024)

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AS WE REST: Soraya Abdel-Hadi is Prompted by Nature 1:17:44

12d ago1:17:44

1:17:44

Following on from the last episode on 'interviewing as an ally', this is the first episode in a series of crossovers where we share interviews with some of our previous panellists. This episode comes from a podcast called Prompted by Nature, from the very aptly named Helen Forester. Helen chats to creative people to learn how nature feeds into and …

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Podcasts, outdoors and interviewing as an ally (with Rob Darfi from The Outdoors Adventure Podcast) 33:13

5M ago33:13

33:13

This episode was inspired by the idea of 'interviewing as an ally'. Robert Darfi is another podcasters who describes himself as the "least diverse person around," and in the episode, Fran flips the microphone on him to explore how podcasts can be a powerful tool for activism... LINKS: Listen to ‘The Outdoors Adventure Podcast’ here: https://pod.lin…

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Some monumental moments for our 5th Birthday! 35:14

5M ago35:14

35:14

Celebrate good times! December 5th 2023 marks five years since Seize Your Adventure - the podcast sharing stories of adventure and outdoor living with a focus on epilepsy - was launched. After a hiatus, to mark the show's fifth anniversary Fran is revisiting five monumental episodes. Fran reflects on her interview with Becky Samson, who cycled acro…

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BONUS: More thoughts on the UCI trans policy (and Outdoor News Round-up) 18:11

8M ago18:11

18:11

In the latest episode of the On the Outside podcast, Fran shares some feedback from listeners on the previous episode about the UCI Cycling World Championships, including a trans woman cyclist who is affected by the UCI's trans policy. Fran also shares a quick outdoor news round-up, including - The Ultra Distance Scholarship for people of colour - …

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UCI Cycling World Champs 2023 - access, inclusion, action and more! 53:40

9M ago53:40

53:40

We are back with an exciting panel discussion, and Fran is learning all about the Cycling World Championships that took place in Scotland in August. You'd be forgiven for almost missing this event (and we talk about why that might be the case) but I am joined by a panel of guests including Neil Russell, the managing director of the Adaptive Riders …

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Outdoor news round-up: From conservation projects to being saved from bears, running in heels and a brave three-peaks challenge 8:24

9M ago8:24

8:24

🗞️ We have an exciting guest for this latest edition of the On The Outside news round-up 🤩 This week, Tremula Network has been host to an intern from Arts Emergency, a charity helping young people get a fair start in the arts and humanities, and we've been showing her what goes into making a minisode for On The Outside! "Hey! I'm Nia Johal, a half-…

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Outdoor news round-up: 2023 Cycling World Championships start, swimming in plastic and Black Girls Hike team up with DofE 11:42

10M ago11:42

11:42

Fran is back with a round-up of some news stories that have caught her eye recently! Featuring: - The Cycling World Championships in Scotland - South Asian Heritage Month outdoors - Protect Our Winters report on climate change affecting cycling - Black Girls Hike link up with DofE - Black Tri Tribe Triathlon And more! SAVE THE DATE: Tremula Festiva…

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Reflections on TWO YEARS of On The Outside (with Anesu Matanda-Mambingo and Francesca Turauskis) 30:11

10M ago30:11

30:11

We're celebrating 2 Years of On the Outside Podcast! And we can't believe how far we've come since our launch back in 2021! To mark this special milestone, social media assistant Anesu Matanda-Mambingo is speaking to Producer Francesca Turauskis about how On The Outside came to be, what lessons she has learned, favourite moments and where the show …

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Outdoor news round-up: A campaign to protect our seas, Women In Mountain Training webinars and a new Munro record (with Oge Ejizu) 7:27

10M ago7:27

7:27

Oge, your friendly neighbourhood hiking girl has been a part of OTO for a while. She loves the outdoors and hiking specifically, when not finding a mountain or hill to climb, she's learning how to swim and spending time with her family. She's also part of an amazing hiking group called Black Girls Hike and has a TedX talk about hiking and the impor…

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Outdoor news round-up: Black To The Trails 2024, Wave Wahines' Summer Slide and the biggest UK wildfire on record... 8:39

11M ago8:39

8:39

Fran is back with a round-up of some news stories that have caught her eye recently! SAVE THE DATE: Tremula Festival is talking place 20th-21st September 2024! Join us for a celebration of audio storytelling, outdoors, nature and community. Find out more: tremula.network/festival Share you opinions with us! - Send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod…

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From activewear hijabs to peeing outdoors - why DO we need specialist outdoor equipment? 53:32

12M ago53:32

53:32

In this episode, our guest host Kathi Kamleitner speaks to Zahrah Mahmood and Ani Barber about specialist, accessible and inclusive outdoor equipment, starting with a look at the activewear hijab that Zahrah has created with Berghaus. We also talk about the risk of misappropriating an item of religious outdoor equipment, other types of specialist e…

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Outdoor news round-up: From the biggest ever trespass in Kinder Reservoir to Welsh National Park name changes (with Anesu Matanda Mambingo) 7:32

1y ago7:32

7:32

This month's minsode news round-up comes from the newest member of the On The Outside team. In addition to our amazing panellists, there are a lot of people working behind the scenes to help make the podcast what it is, and we’re excited to be welcoming Anesu Matanda Mambingo (She/Her). Anesu has been supporting behind the scenes with all things so…

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Outdoor news round-up: from Ramblers Scotland's new president to bikepacking with a bassoon (with Ani Barber) 6:52

1y ago6:52

6:52

This month's minsode news round-up is changing things up! You might be familiar with Ani from previous podcasts. She's giving Fran a break/taking over this minisode and also sharing some stories that have caught HER eye. It’s really great to see so many people in the outdoor community levelling up and doing such amazing work. Here’s some of her fav…

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Celebrating The Everyday Adventure Podcast - Preet Chandi, Pammy Johal and Keri Wallace chat with Nicki Bass 21:46

1y ago21:46

21:46

Another Tremula Network show, The Everyday Adventure Podcast hosted by Nicki Bass, has been shortlisted in the Wilderness Category of the Sports Podcast Awards 2023. Out of twelve podcasts shortlisted in this category, The Everyday Adventure podcast is one of only three podcasts with a women hosting/co-hosting shortlisted in the Wilderness category…

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Outdoor news round-up: From a new Queer Climbing Festival to the 'Boy In the Tent' heads inside 9:47

1y ago9:47

9:47

Welcome to the Outdoor News Round-up for 5th March 2023. This marks the return of the minisode, an this episode covers, Sheffield Adventure Film Festival, Climb Out, Bivvybag Day 2023, We Are Cycling UK campaign for lent, the 'Boy In The Tent' Max Woosey, Peaks fo Colour political manisfesto, The National Outdoor Expo Birmingham, London Mountain Fi…

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Kendal Mountain Tour begins, and reflections on Kendal Mountain Festival 2022 with Ani Barber from Outside: Our Way 38:43

1y ago38:43

38:43

The Kendal Mountain Festival national tour began last week and I thought the start of the tour would be a good chance for me to catch up on our Kendal coverage. I could not make it to Kendal in November myself, but I managed to convince a panelist you know quite well to represent the podcast. In a moment you will hear the post-festival conversation…

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AS WE REST: Guiding Hikes & Outdoor Diversity with Kirsty Pallas | Wild For Scotland 40:15

1+ y ago40:15

40:15

If you’ve listened to our episodes on Kendal 2021, Climbing whilst pregnant, and Afghanistan’s connections to outdoor culture you know a bit about Kirsty Pallas, a mountain guide, climbing instructor, and Founder of Our Shared Outdoors. In this episode from the Wild For Scotland podcast, host Kathi Kamlietner talks with Kirsty about: How Kirsty got…

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AS WE REST: Wild Camping on Dartmoor from Summit To Talk About 43:00

1+ y ago43:00

43:00

If you listened to the episode on the anniversary of the Kinder Scout Trespass, and our chat about the right to roam, this episode will be of interest to you. Until recently, Dartmoor National Park in the South West of England was the only place in England where it was legal to wild camp without permission from landowners. But on 13th January 2023,…

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UPDATE: Acknowledging that Rest Is Resistance 3:48

1+ y ago3:48

3:48

A short update from Fran to acknowledge the lack of activity on the podcast feed - and to acknowledge that that is okay too! REST IS RESISTANCE: Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey SAVE THE DATE: Tremula Festival is talking place 20th-21st September 2024! Join us for a celebration of audio storytelling, outdoors, nature and community. …

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It's time for the outdoor sector to talk about MONEY... 1:05:21

1+ y ago1:05:21

1:05:21

It's time to talk about money in the outdoor sector. I know there are individuals and groups having these conversations on a case-by-case level. We decided not to talk about this on the podcast until now because we didn’t want to be outing individual experiences with payment. But in August, Matt Barr from the Looking Sideways podcast posted this: O…

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BONUS: More thoughts on topless climbing 11:13

1+ y ago11:13

11:13

Following on from the conversation on topless climbing with Soraya and Carlos, we hear a few more thoughts on the subject: Frit Tam highlights aspects that may make topless climbers triggering. Frakie Dewar asks about trans and non-binary perspectives Ani Barber tells us her own experience as a new climber Tell us what you thought of this episode! …

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Should topless climbing be banned? (with Soraya Abdel-Hadi and Carlos Casas) 42:47

1+ y ago42:47

42:47

In this episode, Francesca is joined by Soraya Abdel-Hadi from All The Elements, and Carlos Casas of Colour Up Bristol, to talk about a London climbing centre banning topless climbing. this conversation was inspired by an Instagram post by Scottish Climber Robbie Phillips. See the post yourself here: https://www.instagram.com/p/ChWgVDOMiMV/?igshid=…

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One Year Retrospective 19:26

2y ago19:26

19:26

Happy Birthday On The Outside! We launched the show a whole year ago, so this short episode asks four questions: What have you most enjoyed? Has the outdoor space changed in the past year? What is the most pressing issue in the outdoor community? What would you like to see us do on the podcast? Answers from Oge, Ani and Fran SAVE THE DATE: Tremula …

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Interview with Omie Dale PLUS FINA's ruling on trans swimmers and a rant about interview questions 45:27

2y ago45:27

45:27

Co-hosts Oge Ejizu and Fran Turauskis bring you a new type of episode. We ask Omie Dale, Director of Swim Unity, about Drowning Prevention Week, her passion for teaching people to swim, and the video series on beginners swim tips on Instagram. Plus, we talk about levels of proficiency in swimming and hiking. After the interview, Oge and Fran addres…

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BONUS: Talking pregnancy with Keri Williams from Girls on Hills 30:32

2y ago30:32

30:32

We have a bonus episode for you! This follows on from our last episode on climbing whilst pregnant. If you've listened to Episode 12 you heard some of the conversation I had with Keri Wallace. Keri is a fell runner, skyrunner, rock climber and writer, and she is also one of the Founders of Girls On Hills, and she talked to Fran about her experience…

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Climbing whilst pregnant, adventuring as a parent and Mental Health Awareness Week 55:29

2y ago55:29

55:29

This episode takes a close look at the news articles about Olympic climber Shauna Coxsey climbing whilst pregnant. We talk about the different reactions to her journey, how the articles are framed, and we hear first hand experience of climbing whilst pregnant. We go on to talk about the wider perceptions and culture around active and adventurous pa…

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90th anniversary of the Kinder Scout Trespass, Kinder in Colour and decolonising the countryside 54:29

2y ago54:29

54:29

Welcome back to On The Outside! We're returnig with an in-depth chat about all things Kinder Scout Trespass. Last month was the 90th anniversary of a mass trespass across Kinder Scout in the Peak District, a moment that is credited with helping to create our National Parks, and rights of way access in the UK. Francesca is joined by Frit Tam, Ani Pa…

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Outdoor news round-up: From Ramadan to Local Bike shop day 7:40

2y ago7:40

7:40

In this outdoor news round-up, Francesca Turauskis takes us through some news stories from the outdoors world: - This month is Ramadan, and several athletes and grassroots organisations have been calling on events to be more inclusive of Muslims who observe the holy month. - The main sponsor of a major women’s cycling race, the Women’s CiCLE Classi…

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A short conversation at Archery Fit 14:19

2y ago14:19

14:19

I've delved deep into the archives for this one! Back in 2019, I had a taster session with Archery Fit as part of my 30 at 30 challenge. During the session, I learned the basics of using a bow, and afterwards I sat down with the co-owner, Roman. We had a little chat about archery, and in particular how it’s a very accessible sport for people with c…

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Purple Day special: Adventurers Talk Epilepsy from Seize Your Adventure 20:03

2y ago20:03

20:03

This is a special episode looking at one particular news item. The 26th of March is Purple Day, the International Day of Epilepsy Awareness. It's the one day a year dedicated to raising money and awareness to support everyone who is living with the effects of epilepsy. Right now, people around the globe are cycling, walking, swimming, running and m…

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It's Purple Day! Here's some stuff from the cutting room floor 14:27

2y ago14:27

14:27

26th March is Purple Day! The international day of epilpesy awareness when people raise awareness of what it's like to live with epilepsy. Seize Your Adventure is already dedicated to raising awareness of how peole live iwth epilepsy and enjoy adventures and outdoor living. A lot of work goes into the podcast - and a lot gets taken out! Here's your…

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Outdoor news round-up: From legal rights to nature, to outdoor weddings 7:06

2y ago7:06

7:06

In this first outdoor news round-up, Francesca Turauskis takes us through some news stories from the outdoors world: -The Outdoors Industries Association has put together some resources of the outdoor industry’s response to the Ukraine crisis -Defra published the #NatureRecovery Green Paper yesterday, which sets out proposals for how to more effect…

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AS WE REST: Ethical Tourism from THIIIRD Waves 1:08:29

2+ y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

On The Outside is taking a rest, but we're excited to share an episode from another podcast that we think you’ll like! THIIIRD Waves is one of the outputs of THIIIRD magazine, a platform that amplifies marginalised voices through print, events, and on the airwaves with their podcast. The show explores the intersections of culture and activism, and …

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Thoughts from Kendal Mountain Festival 2021 43:50

2+ y ago43:50

43:50

In the final episode of Season One, On The Outside producer Francesca Turauskis is joined at Kendal Mountain Festival by Kirsty Pallas of Our Shared Outdoors and Soraya Abdel-Hadi from All The Elements. They discuss the 2021 festival, talk about their best bits, diversity at the festival, expectations versus reality and why they've not been to the …

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Outdoor Mindset Conversations 29:19

2+ y ago29:19

29:19

Hello Adventurers! And I can't quite believe it but it has been 3 years since I launched the Seize Your Adventure podcast. Who knew that a podcast about epilepsy in adventure sports would have such longevity? And whilst I have been abandoning you all ever so slightly, I wanted to mark this 3-year anniversary with something a little bit special. And…

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Patagonia's new climbing film, outdoor clothing and an ultra cycling scholarship 53:57

2+ y ago53:57

53:57

Topics covered include Patagonia's new climbing film, outdoor clothing and an ultra cycling scholarship. Francesca Turauskis is joined by Outside: Our Way creator Ani Patas, Passion Fruit Pictures founder Frit Tam, and endurance cyclist and creator of The Adventure Shed Vedangi Kulkarni. READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE CTA: - Check out Outside: Our W…

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Introducing: On The Outside 47:24

2+ y ago47:24

47:24

ello Adventurers! Seize Your Adventure has been quite, I know. But there is a good reason for that... Adventurers - let me introduce you to my new podcast: On The Outside! We need to talk about the outdoors. Not just the epic stories, but the important news, the big events and the social issues that permeate the whole of the outdoors. This show is …

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Climate consciousness, a new cycling trail and the #WeTwo polar expedition 48:30

2+ y ago48:30

48:30

Topics covered include being climate conscious as outdoor enthusiasts; using public transport for eco purposes; the new Kernow Way cycling trail in Cornwall; and the #WeTWo polar expedition with Dwayne Fields and Phoebe Smith. Francesca Turauskis is joined by Outside: Our Way creator Ani Patas, Black Girls Hike regional leader Oge Ejizu and enduran…

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Afghanistan’s outdoor connections, gender disparity in mountain sports, and uptake in outdoors use 47:03

2+ y ago47:03

47:03

Francesca Turauskis is joined by Outside: Our Way creator Ani Patas, Founder of Our Shared Outdoors Kirsty Pallas and endurance cyclist and creator of The Adventure Shed Vedangi Kulkarni. Topics covered include Afghanistan’s outdoors connections and how we can support as a community; gender disparity in mountain sports and initiatives to help; reac…

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Responses to racism on Ben Nevis, the ethics of horses in sport, and thoughts on outdoors festivals 44:35

3y ago44:35

44:35

In this episode, host Francesca Turauskis is joined by All The Elements Founder Soraya Abdel-Hadi, Black Girls Hike London Leader Oge Ejizu and Outside Our Way creator Ani Patas. Topics covered include the responses from the outdoors community (both individuals and groups) after a racist stunt on Ben Nevis; whether horses should be used in outdoors…

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PODCASTER x Seize Your Adventure 22:24

3y ago22:24

22:24

Back in June, I had the honour of being invited on to PODCASTER for a slightly different type of interview... Hosted by V, the Voice of Pod, podcast hosts take a seat in the Podcaster chair, to answer random questions about life and the podcast they have created. I've done a few interviews now - this was one of the most fun and soul-searching! Do g…

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The Olympics outdoors, water safety and a new beach wheelchair scheme 45:17

3y ago45:17

45:17

This pilot episode of On The Outside features Black Girls Hike London Leader Oge Ejizu, handcyclist Neil Russell and LGBQTA swim group leader Eden Elgeti. We talk about the new adventure sports in the Olympics, Becky Meyers having to withdraw from the Paralympics, and controversies around the length of women’s shorts and the Soul Cap for afro hair.…

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Welcome to On The Outside: Diverse views on outdoors news 3:11

3y ago3:11

3:11

We need to talk about the outdoors. Not just the epic stories, but the important news, the big events and the social issues that permeate the whole of the outdoors. On The Outside is for anyone who spends their time outdoors in the UK and wants to engage in the wider outdoor community. Each episode, a diverse panel of enthusiasts and experts from a…

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Fran: Advocating For Adventure in the Everyday 18:44

3y ago18:44

18:44

Over the years I have written many articles about adventuring with epilepsy. I wanted to share this one with you because it does not focus on the epilepsy side of things, but rather it was a nice reminder of what adventure can bring to you. How do you have small adventures? Can you have an adventure close to home? And after years of asking other pe…

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Q&A with Martin Hossell 9:10

3y ago9:10

9:10

This short Q&A with Martin follows on from the Article he read for us at the start of the month. We talked about the types of adventurous activities Martin likes to do, what he would say to someone else who has an epilepsy diagnosis, and - of course - what adventure means to him! Find out more about Martin: https://epilepsytraveller.home.blog/ http…

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Martin: Venturing Out Alone 19:25

3y ago19:25

19:25

This is the second Articles episode! Martin had his first tonic-clonic seizure when he was 10 years old, whilst playing a recorder in a music lesson. Since then, he has lived with epilepsy and seizures. In secondary school, he was told he could not go on a ski-trip because of this epilepsy - not once but twice. But when Martin left school, a friend…

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Q&A with Cameron Schwartzkopf 26:27

3y ago26:27

26:27

Episode 2 follows on from Cameron's Article - Learning from Surfing with Epilepsy. Those of you who are very attentive to the Seize Your Adventure feed might well recognise this episode. Due to an issue with my hosting, my Patron-only episodes suddenly went public for a bit - including this Q&A! And I saw many of you downloading it, I started think…

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Cameron: Learning from Surfing with Epilepsy 24:38

3y ago24:38

24:38

Welcome to the first The Articles episode! Is surfing with epilepsy dangerous? What happens if you have a seizure in the water? This is something we hear about in Cameron's story. CW: Cameron goes into detail on the consequences of having a seizure in water whilst he's surfing. So please bear in mind that some of the content and descriptions might …

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Introducing: The Articles 2:58

3y ago2:58

2:58

Introducing: The Articles FRAN: You’re listening to The Articles from Seize Your Adventure. [Sound of waves breaking] Season 3 of SYA is going to sound a little bit different. The articles are simple stories taken from across the internet and read by the person that wrote them. [Wave sound increases] CAMERON: I remember the first time the instructo…

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Fran Rambles | Patreon Taster 19:06

3y ago19:06

19:06

Surprise episode for your audio feed! This bonus episode has come from the Patreon feed. I wanted you all to listen to this one today, not only as a bit of encouragement to head over to patreon.com/seizeyouradventure if you are missing the podcast... but also because it shares some information on what Season 3 of the podcast is going to sound like.…

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