Adventure Sports Podcast

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Ep. 1101: Kush Khandelwal - Ageless Athlete, Surfing and Climbing Aug 11, 2025

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In this episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, host Curt Linville speaks with Kush Khandelwal, the host of the Ageless Athlete Podcast. They discuss the challenges and joys of aging as an adventure athlete, focusing on rock climbing and surfing. Kush shares his personal experiences with injuries, recovery, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. The conversation emphasizes the significance of community, mindfulness, and self-awareness in pursuing adventure sports as one ages. They also explore the technical aspects of climbing and the romance of surfing, encouraging listeners to find joy in movement and adapt to changes in their sports as they grow older.

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Ep. 1100: Ben Grannis - Biking ~6,000 Miles Around the US Revisited Aug 08, 2025

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Ben Grannis is a 26-year-old cyclist from Ridgefield, Connecticut, who embarked on a significant bike ride across America to raise awareness about distracted driving. A 2017 graduate of Kenyon College, Grannis was inspired by his father’s 1977 cross-country bike trip and his own experiences working as a trip leader for Overland Summers, an organization that runs teen adventure trips. Motivated by the tragic death of Merritt Levitan, an 18-year-old killed by a distracted driver during a bike tour, Grannis launched the Eyes Up Ride to support Textless Live More, an organization focused on combating distracted driving and promoting digital wellness.

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Ep. 1099: Alex Harz - The Culture of Everest Aug 06, 2025

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Mount Everest documentary: Alex Harz's journey creating 'THE QUEST' series – exploring the cultural, spiritual significance of the mountain and Sherpa people, personal motivations, climbing challenges, Nepal's spirituality, community impact, and the groundbreaking Everest VR ascent experience.

Join in as filmmaker Alex Harz shares his journey of creating a documentary about Mount Everest, focusing not just on the climb but on the cultural and spiritual significance of the mountain and the Sherpa people. He discusses his personal motivations, the challenges of climbing, and the profound experiences he had in Nepal. The conversation delves into the spirituality of the region, the Sherpa culture, and the impact of climbing Everest on both climbers and the local community.

The films Alex made, 'THE QUEST' Series are unique quests to deeper understand and climb the most iconic mountain in the world, Mt. Everest, and to reveal the fascinating culture, history and nature of Nepal. FYI, 'THE QUEST: Everest VR' is the only "real-life" 1st-person Virtual Reality documentary ascent of Mt. Everest, and the closest experience to climbing the peak without all the risk, training and preparation needed to physically step foot on the mountain.

Instagram = @TheQuestSeries

FaceBook = @TheQuestSeriesPage

X = @TheQuestSeries

www.TheQuestEverest.com

'THE QUEST: Everest' Trailer = www.TheQuestEverest.com/documentary

'THE QUEST: Everest VR' 360° Trailer = www.TheQuestEverest.com/virtualreality

Takeaways:

The journey to Everest is as important as the summit.

Cultural insights from Nepal reveal a rich spiritual landscape.

The Sherpa people are an ethnic group with a deep connection to Everest.

Climbing Everest is not just a physical challenge but a spiritual journey.

The documentary aims to share the stories of the Sherpa people.

Experiencing the chaos and spirituality of Nepal is eye-opening.

More climbers die on the descent than the ascent due to exhaustion and altitude sickness.

The Sherpa culture has evolved with the climbing industry.

Personal connections with the Sherpa community are transformative.

Climbing Everest is a childhood dream for many, but it comes with significant risks.

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Ep. 1098 Isaac Kenyon - Adventure and Mental Health Aug 04, 2025

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Adventure and mental health: Isaac Kenyon on the transformative power of risk-taking expeditions – swimming the English Channel, rowing the Atlantic, cycling on water, building supportive teams, nature's healing effects, and empowering wellbeing through eco-adventures.

Today, Curt speaks with Isaac Kenyon, an eco-adventurer and mental health advocate. They discuss the profound impact of adventure on mental wellbeing, the importance of taking risks, and the motivation behind Kenyon's various expeditions. Kenyon shares his experiences of swimming across the English Channel, rowing across the Atlantic, and cycling on water, emphasizing the lessons learned from each adventure. The conversation also delves into the significance of building a supportive team, the transformative power of nature, and the necessity of addressing mental health issues to foster a healthier society. Kenyon's mission is to empower individuals to connect with the environment and promote mental wellbeing through adventure.

Instagram

Facebook

Twitter X.com

https://www.isaackenyon.com/

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Ep. 1097: Jesse McNeal - Riding a Horse Across America Revisited Aug 01, 2025

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Horseback riding across America: Jesse McNeil's 3,800-mile journey from Oregon to New Hampshire with his horse Pepper – grit, challenges, patience, companionship, life-changing lessons, and the true story behind his memoir On the Hoof.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jesse McNeil, adventurer and author of On the Hoof, to dive into his incredible 3,800-mile journey across the United States on horseback. Jesse shares the highs and lows of traveling with his horse, Pepper, and the life-changing lessons he learned along the way. From rugged trails to heartwarming encounters, this episode explores the grit, heart, and soul behind his memoir, the true tale of a voyage that broke a man down and built him back up, with the help of one special horse. At 36 Jesse McNeil — at times carpenter, commercial fisherman, dabbler in real estate — decided to buy an untrained horse, make himself into a horseman, and ride all the way across the United States, from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean. A fiercely independent traveler, Jesse had navigated previous coast-to-coast trips — solo journeys by moped, bicycle, and small airplane. This time, however, he had a partner: a five-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse named Pepper. An inexperienced horseman with an equally inexperienced mount, Jesse would quickly discover the immense challenges of his new undertaking. Over the course of eight months and fourteen states — beginning in Oregon and ending on a beach in New Hampshire — he would be tested many times over as he learned not only what it took to keep Pepper safe and healthy, but the true value of qualities that he had once easily dismissed: patience and companionship.

The book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0VW08vB

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Ep. 1096: Jacob Lemanski - Riding a Bicycle Around the World TWICE Jul 30, 2025

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Cycling around the world: Jacob Lemanski's 999-day, 38,000-mile journey – motivations, challenges, lessons in trust and humanity, the beauty of the world, and transitioning to leading bike tours in Colorado.

Jacob Lemanski shares his incredible journey of cycling around the world for 999 days, covering 38,000 miles. He discusses the motivations behind his journey, the challenges he faced, and the profound lessons he learned about trust, humanity, and the beauty of the world. Jacob reflects on the impact of his travels on his life and how he has transitioned into leading bike tours in Colorado after his epic adventure.

www.howtomovethestars.com

www.antlife.space

mountainhighbicycletours.com

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Ep. 1095: Caleb Burns - Guiding in the Cascades Jul 28, 2025

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Mountaineering: Caleb Burns on the adventure-based lifestyle, guiding benefits for safety and logistics, trusting instincts in the outdoors, and the emotional and physical rewards of high-altitude challenges.

In this conversation, Curt speaks with Caleb Burns, a mountain guide with extensive experience in adventure sports. They discuss the benefits of living an adventure-based lifestyle, the importance of guiding in outdoor activities, and the unique challenges of mountaineering. Caleb shares personal stories that highlight the significance of listening to one's instincts in the outdoors and emphasizes the value of hiring a guide for safety and logistics. The conversation also touches on the emotional and physical challenges of mountaineering and the rewarding experiences it offers.

Instagram (was on the registration before hitting enter) - https://www.instagram.com/sws_guides/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/swsmountainguides

X - https://x.com/swsmtns

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Ep. 1094: Angie Marie - Climbing Volcanoes Revisited Jul 25, 2025

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Mountaineering: Angie's Adventure Fundraiser climbing five Cascade Volcanoes including Mt. Rainier – making mountaineering more accessible for women, documenting the journey, and inspiring deeper potential in mind and body through outdoor challenges.

Listen in as Mason interviews Angie about her "Adventure Fundraiser" involved climbing five Cascade Volcanoes in Oregon and Washington (including Mt. Rainier), as well as documenting the journey to make mountaineering more accessible to other women.

The values and processes of outdoor journeys compel Angie to dig deeper into what's possible for her mind and body— and her mission is to inspire others to do the same.

Angie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angvswild/

Angie's blog: www.outspired.org, where she designs events and creates curricula that inspire folks to joyfully explore the outdoors.

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Ep. 1093: Curt Linville - Adventures for Everyone Jul 23, 2025

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Community in Adventure Sports: Curt Linville on the power of community, affordable hacks to start new activities without breaking the bank, and upcoming podcast format changes to inspire more engagement.

In this solo episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, Curt Linville discusses the importance of community in adventure sports, shares affordable hacks for getting started in various activities, and announces changes to the podcast format. He emphasizes the value of trying new sports without breaking the bank and encourages listeners to engage in adventure sports communities.

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Ep. 1092: Andrew Todd - Flyathlon Races! Jul 21, 2025

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Fly fishing and trail running: Andrew Todd's Rocky Mountain Flyathlon and Running Rivers – combining fly fishing, running, craft beer for conservation events, native fish protection, Fastest Known Fish, Troutman runs, Fishslapping, Nascarp race, and Colorado watershed impact.

Join Andrew Todd, the visionary behind the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon, for an exhilarating dive into the world of conservation through recreation. As the founder of Running Rivers, Andrew combines his passions for fly fishing, trail running, and craft beer to create unique events that celebrate the outdoors while raising funds for native fish conservation. Andrew shares stories from the trails and rivers, and explores the innovative "side projects" of Running Rivers—like the Fastest Known Fish, Troutman runs, Fishslapping, and the Nascarp race. Tune in to discover how running, fishing, and a cold brew can make a difference for Colorado’s watersheds. Learn more at runningrivers.org.

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