George Kourounis is a Greek-Canadian adventurer and storm chaser from Hull, Quebec, who specializes in documenting extreme weather and worldwide natural disasters. He also presents the television series Angry Planet. We had an incredible chat with George, including his very unconventional career path and becoming the first person to enter the Darva…

Dr. Darren Markland is a dedicated medical professional based in Edmonton, Alberta, where he serves as an intensive care physician. Darren is an avid outdoor athlete and adventurer, and has built his outdoor pursuits into his day-to-day life (including commuting by canoe!).--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventurea…

Gene Caffrey and Jay McCloy are ultra cyclists and endurance athletes based in North Carolina. After an MS diagnosis 10 years ago, Gene turned his attention to ultra cycling and fundraising for researcher with huge ride all over the world. Jay, working full time for the National MS Society, has recently teamed up with Gene to take on same massive e…

Simon Willis is the creator and host of "Always Another Adventure," a platform that encompasses adventure videos, podcasts, and other resources. His work primarily focuses on adventure cycling and exploring the great outdoors, often in the Scottish Highlands. Willis is also a BBC-trained presenter, director and filmmaker, and he has produced award-…

Dr. Chris Bertram has a Bachelor of Science & Master of Science degrees from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas & a Ph.D. in Human Motor Control, from Simon Fraser University. Bertram is currently the Associate Professor, Kinesiology at the University of the Fraser Valley, as well has the Flow Coach at Canada Snowboard & Senior Director of Applied…

Keith Weber is a physical therapist, kettlebell coach and endurance athlete from Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. Keith joins us on the podcast to discuss kettlebell training and how brilliantly it translates to a wide variety of sports, combining strength and cardio, being a guest on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast and much more. --- Support this podca…

Paul Ingraham is a science writer based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Paul’s research and writing is the basis of painscience.com, which uses detailed, evidence-based guides to common painful problems and reviews of the (tragically flawed) treatment options. Paul joins us for a highly educational and entertaining chat about chronic pain, pain for aging…

In episode 162 we’re announcing our 4iiii Technologies contest winners and have a discuss winter cycling, bike commuting and training. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

In this conversation, Laval and Pete discuss Laval's recent trips to Africa, including his trek in the Rwenzori Mountains of Uganda and his climb of Mount Albert in the Democratic Republic of Congo. They also talk about Laval's ongoing journey to climb the highest peaks in different countries. Laval also shares his plans for a potential cycling cha…

Andrew Read is a fitness trainer from Melbourne, Australia. Andrew believes all human beings are athletes, and we get deep into some great tips on fitness overall as well as for aging athletes. Andrew is a Master RKC (Russian Kettlebell Certified instructor), Lecturer for Functional Movement Systems, Qualified Olympic and Power Coach through the Au…

Laval recently returned from an incredible trip, participating in the Adventure Racing World Championships in South Africa. The course took racers over 900 kilometres of rugged terrain across a variety of disciplines. We also discuss the importance of ‘doing the math’ on your time, something we both implement to keep us planning the next trip and n…

Tyler Hamilton is a retired professional cyclists, coach and former cohost of Adventure Audio. Widely considered one of the greatest riders of his generation, Tyler shares some stories of his sharpe accent in the professional ranks after discovering a talent for cycling after a serious accident training with his ski team - and landing on the Tour d…

In this episode, we discuss training tips, staying race or event ready (or close to it), the world’s hardest cycling climbs and much more.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

Ash Routen is a freelance writer based in the UK, specialising in expeditions, exploration and adventure travel. His work has been featured in outlets such as National Geographic UK, The Guardian and Outside.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

John Johnson is the founder and CEO of PJAMM cycling. PJAMM is the leading global resource for cycling climbing around the world. They’ve assembled the most comprehensive information, incredible photos & videos and proprietary software tools to help cyclists plan and complete any cycling climb. We have an incredibly informative and entertaining cha…

Eric Larsen is an American adventurer and polar explorer. Eric has completed expeditions to the North Pole, South Pole and Mount Everest (in the same year, the only person to have done so), as well as countless other trips into extreme places and high mountains. He is also a husband, father, author and cancer survivor. This episode of the podcast w…

In episode 152 we discuss what goes into founding and directing an event (specifically Pete’s passion project, the Crowsnest Pass 100, www.crowsnestpass100.com) and we cover some listener feedback.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

In episode 151 we cover a large number of topics including ‘No Days Off’, training and active recovery, planning a bike trip and a whole host of other topics. As always, we to hear from listeners at adventureaudiopodcast@gmail.com.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support…

Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist whose work appears in Outside, The Globe and Mail, The New York Times, The New Yorker, and other publications. He was a two-time finalist in the 1,500 meters at the Canadian Olympic Trials, and represented Canada internationally in track, cross-country, road racing, and mountain runnin…

Alex Hutchinson is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist whose work appears in Outside, The Globe and Mail, The New York Times, The New Yorker, and other publications. He was a two-time finalist in the 1,500 meters at the Canadian Olympic Trials, and represented Canada internationally in track, cross-country, road racing, and mountain runnin…

Kyle Brittain is a weather forecaster and storm chaser from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We have a fascinating conversation with Kyle about weather and our interactions with it in the outdoors. In addition to Kyle’s career and passion for weather, he’s also an accomplished outdoor adventurer, mountaineer and former fire fighter. --- Support this podca…

Christian Stenner is involved in the ongoing exploration of the longest and deepest caves in Canada and the United States. He has been recognized as a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and as a Fellow International of the Explorers Club. He also serves in search and rescue, as the Alberta coordinator for the Alberta/BC Cave Rescue S…

Laval recently cycled across (and to the highest point of Cuba). We discuss how he got hooked on this type of travel, and how much he’s learned by visiting many places across the globe traditionally considered ‘unsafe’ by many (at least outside of resorts). We also discuss upcoming projects and welcome a few new partners of the podcast.--- Support …

A portion of this conversation was originally published on the Everesting Podcast in summer 2022, when Laval was a guest on that show (after completing 10,000 meters of elevation in one ride on British Columbia’s Mount Revelstoke). Another part of this episode was unpublished, and the whole conversation was before Laval joined Adventure Audio as co…

Nathalie Long is the course designer and race director of Expedition Canada, an adventure racing company based in British Columbia, Canada. Nathalie give us some background and insight into the huge amount of work that goes into the production of an adventure race. We also discuss some of Nathalie’s own amazing accomplishments as an adventure racer…

Eric Rose is the Artist Director of Calgary’s Ghost River Theatre, and the writer director of the play ‘Struck’, which is based on Eric’s real life experience. When Eric was 21 years old and on a camping trip with three friends at Long Lake near Sudbury, Ont., he was struck by lightning. Eric shares the impact of that event, and how in many ways it…

Helen Dainty has been a full time global traveller since 2017, having cycled more than 70,000 kilometres all over the world. She has been funding her continuous adventure on only 100 Australian dollars per week. This episode is an incredible lesson in thriving outside your comfort zone. Visit Helen’s incredible Instagram page here: https://instagra…

Jonathan Hogg is and endurance cyclist from the Bow Valley, Alberta, who is racing the Tour Divide Mountain Bike Route this coming June. Jonathan is tackling this massive undertaking (4400 kilometres and 60,000+ metres of elevation gain through some incredibly remote places, all self supported) in an attempt to raise one million dollars for Rocky M…

Introducing Laval St. Germain as cohost of the Adventure Audio Podcast. Laval is an adventurer, airline captain, outdoor athlete, cyclist, trail runner, adventure racer, fitness nut & dad. To date, the only Canadian to have summited Mount Everest without the use of supplemental oxygen & the holder of the fastest ever solo ocean rowing crossing of t…

Adventure Audio is getting a new look/sound in 2023. After 3 years and 139 episodes, Tyler needs to step away from full-time hosting duties. We look back on the past three years, and Tyler helps introduce Pete’s new co-host. We’ll be trying to have Tyler on as guest regularly (especially for pro cycling coverage). Website: adventureaudiopodcast.com…

Jim Capra is the head coach at Tyler Hamilton Training, and a regular contributor to the podcast. Jim joins us to talk about rest periods in your training, 2023 goals and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

Carter Nieuwesteeg is a professional bike racer and co-founder/event director of the Anything Goes Event Series from Fernie, British Columbia. Carter joins us on the show to tell us about his start in bike racing, goals for 2023 and growing his event series.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support…

We cover some news in cycling, including Jack Thompson’s ‘Sherpa Week’ and Steve Bauer joining Israel Start-Up Nation as directeur sportif. Lastly, we mull over some big ideas for 2023 goals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

Rob Britton is a Canadian multi-discipline professional cyclist. Now ‘retired’ from pro road racing, Rob has been crushing some of the biggest and hardest gravel and mountain bike races on the calendar. We chat about Rob’s career, his start in cycling, his love of bikepacking, gravel, chasing FKT’s and his support of the counselling charity WIRTH.-…

Every time we go out the door in search of adventure, we accept varying degrees of risk. We discuss trying to keep it in perspective and mitigate it, while knowing that sometimes you can just be in the wrong place at the wrong time. We also chat about Tyler’s MS Global Bike Tour, now in it’s 19th year.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp…

We discuss what a fun time it is to be a cycling fan, and then we dive into some cycling slang. What’s the difference between blowing up and bonking? Is it okay to call a 100 kilometre ride a century? We have the answers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support…

After a second attempt at climbing 20,000 meters in one week, Pete is starting to accept that this challenge (as currently constructed) might just be out of his grasp. We put into some context just how hard this is, and discuss a possible third attempt. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support…

This episode was very special for us. This is a conversation between friends, fellow explorers of the mind and misfits. There are people in your life for whom you owe a debt of gratitude to that you can never really be put into words– this is the role Steven has played in our lives. We love his authenticity, his sweetness, his kind and observant so…

Colby Lange is a professional track and road cyclist from the United States. Colby tells us about his tradition from a very bright future as a ski racer to cycling, and bravely shares his battle with depression and mental health. Colby is wise beyond his years and we hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation. --- Support this podcast: https://podc…

Dr. Russ came to us highly recommended by Gabby Reece and boy what a suggestion. The moment we connected, Chris and I knew we were in for a fun, informative and deeply authentic ride. Dr. Russ LIVES what he teaches and his approach is a deeply integrated system that involves neurobiology, psychology and embodiment practices. Furthermore, he speaks …

Sharing some thoughts on the hugely successful Tour de France Femme, and the new National Cycling League.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

Brothers Cullen and Griffin Easter are professional bike racers and the founders of Opicure Foundation, a non profit focused on addressing opioid-related addiction and deaths.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

The Notorious SBK, Psychologist, Podcaster, Coach, Researcher and Disruptor extraordinaire. We talked about his newest book, Transcend, which is part deep theory of human development, part recipe for personal improvement, part manifesto on how to heal the human condition. Scott is a monumental figure in the field of psychology and we were honored t…

We welcome Jim Capra, head coach at Tyler Hamilton Training, back on the podcast to discuss training while travelling, running and the ‘20,000 meters in a week challenge’.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

I “met” Gabby early in the pandemic and had the incredible opportunity to connect with her on multiple podcasts, including her own. So when Chris and I birthed this idea, Gabby was top of my list to invite to our lair. This conversation is exactly the way Gabby is- real, authentic, no BS, vulnerable, willing to be imperfect and a masterpiece at the…

Episode two discussing the 2022 Tour de France, including Hugo Houle’s historic stage win for Canadian cycling, and the beautiful rivalry between Jonas Vingegaard and Tadej Pogačar. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

We hope you’ve been enjoying the 2022 Tour de France as much as we have. This episode is a chat on the racing we’ve seen through stage 13, and our favourite riders of this year’s tour (so far). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adventureaudio/support

In this episode we connect with Dr. Todd Kashdan, from George Mason University about the power of disobedience, how dissent operates inside our families and teams and steps we can take to impact our sense of belonging and connection. If you are a recovering or current people pleaser, this episode is for you. If you are someone who tends to play dev…

Scott Mercier is a retired professional cyclist and author of the new book, Win True: How You Win Matters, On and Off the Bike. Tyler and Scott were roommates and teammates with similar backgrounds, both faced with the same choices in the late 1990’s in European professional cycling. Scott shares with us some of his story, and the process of creati…