Wild Ideas Worth Living | Interviews On Adventure, Outdoors, Travel, Health, Fitness, Running, Business, Surfing, Exploring

Jason Hardrath is a runner and mountaineer based in southern Oregon. He holds over a hundred records for being the fastest person to complete trails and climb mountains around the country. In 2021, he broke the record for the fastest known time to summit the 100 tallest peaks in Washington State known as the Bulger List— and he did it in only 50 days. Connect with Jason: WebsiteInstagram Episode sponsors: Shop Allbirds Book your next camp adventure with HipcampREI is on a mission to get 100 million folks Outside in 5 minutes or lessIf you enjoyed this episode:Listen to the Hello, Nature podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cory Maria Dack is an outdoor adventure guide and she recently completed a thru-paddle of the entire Mississippi River. It took her 134 days to canoe from the headwaters of the river in Minnesota all the way to the Gulf of Mexico. At the end, she didn't necessarily feel a sense of victory. Instead, she felt joy and gratitude for her new relationship with the river and the people she met along the way.Connect with Cory: InstagramWomen on the Water websiteEpisode sponsors: Learn why REI is on a mission to get 100 million folks Outside in 5 minutes or lessListen to the Hello, Nature podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dane, Patrick and Tanner Gudauskus have spent a lot of their lives in the water riding some of the most epic waves. They've traveled the world for competitive surfing and taken the leap into free surfing all alongside each other. Dane, Patrick and Tanner are now giving back to the surf community through their company, Positive Vibe Warriors. Connect with the Gudauskas Brothers: Positive Vibe WarriorsPatrick's Instagram Dane's Instagram Tanner's Instagram Episode sponsors: Revelshine WineSoul Community Planet Hotels Learn why REI is on a mission to get 100 million folks Outside in 5 minutes or lessListen to the Hello, Nature podcast    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 In 2021, Vasu Sojitra became one of the first adaptive athletes to ski down Denali, and he's made groundbreaking descents in the Grand Tetons and the Bear Tooth Mountain Range. As the first adaptive athlete to be represented by the North Face, Vasu has used his platform to speak out about representation and intersectionality in the outdoors.Connect with Vasu: Website Instagram Read: Why I Get Outside: Resilience, Community and Understanding Inclusive Outdoor Project Episode sponsors: REI is on a mission to get 100 million folks Outside in 5 minutes or lessListen to the Hello, Nature podcastPhoto by Clayton Boyd Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alysia Montano is a professional runner who's competed at the highest possible level.  She's a two-time world champion and an Olympian. She's breaking the barriers that limit a woman’s choice to pursue and thrive in both career and motherhood. Connect with Alysia: Website InstagramAlysia's nonprofit &Mother:Website Instagram Episode sponsors: Check out Danner’s all-new Mountain 600 Leaf GTXREI is on a mission to get 100 million folks Outside in 5 minutes or less  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At a young age, Chris Sharma was considered a climbing prodigy and won multiple competitions. He established some of the most challenging routes around the world, and pushed the sport forward technically and culturally. Recently, Chris and his longtime friend, fellow climber and actor, Jason Momoa, came up with the idea to produce a competitive reality show based on rock climbing. Their creative brainchild has become the binge-worthy TV show, The Climb— available on Max, previously known as HBO Max.Today, Chris talks about what it was like to make the series, and we hear from Cat Runner about his experience on the show and his climbing community, the Queer Climber's Network. WARNING: this episode contains spoilers for The Climb. Connect with Chris Sharma: Website Instagram Connect with Cat Runner: Instagram Queer Climbing Network Watch The ClimbEpisode sponsor: Check out REI’s trade-in programAt REI we remain committed to ensuring that the outdoors, the co-op and society at large are accessible and welcoming

BJ Griffin is a musician and freediver from Virginia Beach. Freediving is where you hold your breath and dive deep underwater to explore the ocean. For BJ, freediving has drastically impacted his life. It's improved his health and lung capacity. It's helped him develop a meditation practice, and it's even influenced his life as an artist.Connect with BJ: TiktokInstagram Website Dive for Peace interest formEpisode sponsors: Check out Danner’s all-new Mountain 600 Leaf GTXCheck out REI’s trade-in program    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 2020, Emily Pennington set off on the trip of a lifetime. Her goal was to visit every national park in the United States. Emily wasn’t sure what she’d find out there in the wilderness, but she needed a change - she was burnt out from her life in Los Angeles and reeling from personal losses. The time was right for Emily to quit her job, hit the road, and find her way outside.Connect with Emily: Website InstagramPurchase a copy of Emily's new book, Feral: Losing Myself and Finding My Way in America's National Parks Episode Sponsors: Check out Danner's all-new Mountain 600 Leaf GTXCheck out REI’s trade-in program Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 2022, Cal Dobbs became the first known transgender person to triple crown, which means he hiked all of the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and Continental Divide Trail. Cal's next wild idea involves running across the U.S to raise awareness for trans rights. Connect with Cal: Website Instagram Resources: REI statement: Join us in supporting the trans community and LGBTQ+ equalityHuman Rights Campaign article American Civil Liberties Union articleEpisode sponsors: Listen to Finding Mastery podcastCheck out REI’s trade-in programAt REI we remain committed to ensuring that the outdoors, the co-op and society at large are accessible and welcoming to all people—including transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming people. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Garrett McNamara is one of the best big wave surfers on the planet. In 2011, Garrett broke a world record when he rode a 78-foot wave in Nazare, Portugal. Nicole McNamara is Garrett's manager, his spotter, and his wife. The power couple have figured out a way to live a life that grounds them while focusing on what they love– surfing and family. Connect with Garrett & Nicole: Garrett's website McNamara InstagramNicole's InstagramThe McNamara FoundationEpisode sponsor: Listen to Finding Mastery podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wild Ideas Worth Living's host Shelby Stanger gives us a behind the scenes look at her wild journey to becoming an adventure journalist, host of an REI Co-op podcast, and now author of her brand new book, Will to Wild. Connect with Shelby: WebsiteInstagram Grab a copy of Shelby's new book, Will to Wild Watch the Wild to Wild trailer Episode sponsors: Listen to Finding Mastery podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In honor of those who are raising the next generation of wild ones. Host Shelby Stanger shares insights from past guests on how to raise adventurous kids, and tips about how you can make it easier to get outside with your family.Connect with guests: Chris Fagan's InstagramStacy Bare's InstagramKatie Arnold's InstagramEvelynn Escobar's InstagramLindsey Konchar's InstagramResources: Lindsey Konchar's book, I Got 99 Problems and Being a B*tch Ain't One Episode sponsors: Pre-order Shelby Stanger’s new book, Will to Wild  and watch the trailer!Listen to Finding Mastery podcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alyssa Ravasio is the founder and CEO of the online campsite booking platform, Hipcamp. Many people think of technology and the outdoors as complete opposites, but for Alyssa, the two have always gone together. With Hipcamp Alyssa's found a way to connect folks with campsites on public and private land. This creates more camping spots and makes it easier to find a place to hunker down under the stars.Connect with Alyssa: Instagram Resources: Book a campsite on Hipcamp 5 Cool Hipcamp Camp Sites for KidsREI + Hipcamp partnership Episode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger’s new book, Will to Wild  and watch the trailer!Listen to Finding Mastery podcastCheck out REI's trade-in program  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the summer of 2022, four women, Sophia Denison-Johnston, Brooke Downes, Libby Costello and Adrienne Smith, set a new record for the fastest all female team to row from San Francisco to Hawaii. They completed the journey in 34 days, 14 hours and 20 minutes. Connect with the Latitude 35 Row Team: Brooke Downes Instagram Sophia Denison-Johnston InstagramLibby Costello InstagramAdrienne Smith InstagramLat 35 InstagramLat 35 websiteEpisode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger’s new book, Will to Wild  and watch the trailer!Listen to Finding Mastery podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In January, 2023, Erchana Murray-Bartlett set the Guinness World record for running the most consecutive marathons. She ran 150 marathons in 150 days and raised money for Australian wildlife along the way. Erchana started at Cape York, which is in the northern tip of Australia and ran along the coast all the way down to Melbourne.Connect with Erchana: InstagramTip to Toe websiteWilderness Society website Episode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger’s new book, Will to Wild  and watch the trailer!Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and Vudu Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Izzy Sederbaum is a trans-masculine cyclist and policy scholar who survived a rare cougar attack on a ride outside of Seattle in early 2018. Izzy was hospitalized with severe facial trauma while hateful anti-trans rhetoric filled comment sections of news articles that he had little to no control over. All the hatred pushed Izzy in a direction motivated by love. Today he's working to make cycling more inclusive for people with marginalized identities.Connect with Izzy: Instagram Wild Composite Racing Resources: Take Action: Equality Act REI statement: Join us in supporting the trans community and LGBTQ+ equalityEpisode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger’s new book, Will to Wild  and watch the trailer!Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and VuduCheck out REI's Spring 2023 Editors' Choice AwardsAt REI we remain committed to ensuring that the outdoors, the co-op and society at large are accessible and welcoming to all people—including transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming

Cecil Konijnendijk has been studying, teaching, and advising on urban forestry for more than 25 years. He is interested in how trees can improve our cities, communities, personal lives, and mental health. Cecil came up with a rule he calls 3-30-300 which has become popular among climate change activists and urban tree canopy specialists. The rule encourages seeing at least 3 trees from your window, having 30% canopy coverage in your neighborhood, and having a high quality public green space within 300 meters (340 yards) from your house. Connect with Cecil:Twitter Nature Based Solutions InstituteEpisode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger’s new book, Will to Wild  and watch the trailer!Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and VuduCheck out REI's Spring 2023 Editors' Choice Awards Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cal Calamia has been a runner their entire life, but in 2018, their relationship with the sport changed when Cal came out as trans non-binary. Most races in the US only have two gender categories, men and women, and Cal doesn't fit in either one. In an effort to make space for themself and other non-binary athletes, Cal has become an advocate for gender inclusivity and races across the US.Connect with Cal:  WebsiteInstagramNon-Binary Run Club Book, San FranshitshowJanji's Creating Spaces article featuring CalResources: REI statement: Join us in supporting the trans community and LGBTQ+ equalityHuman Rights Campaign article American Civil Liberties Union articleEpisode partners: Pre-order Shelby Stanger's new book, Will to Wild Stream Space Oddity on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and VuduCheck out REI's Spring 2023 Editors' Choice AwardsAt REI we remain committed to ensuring that the outdoors, the co-op and society at large are accessible and welcoming to all people—including transgender, non-bina

Courtney Guerra is a culinary farmer who loves the intimacy of planting seeds, watching them sprout, and harvesting rich, colorful produce. She's grown food for some of America's top restaurants. Now Courtney focuses on bringing the positive impact of gardening and interacting with nature to her community in Southern California.  Connect with Courtney: Website Instagram Take action:Upward Bound HouseUpward Bound House Instagram Episode partners: Pre-order Shelby's book Will to Wild   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Christophe Zajac-Denek was just a couple of days old when he was diagnosed with a rare form of dwarfism called cartilage-hair hypoplasia. Doctors told his parents that he might never be able to ride a bike or go for a run. Today, Christophe stands at four feet, four inches tall. He can't bend his back and the bones in his legs have been surgically altered. Despite his physical limitations, Christophe gets out on the water to surf anytime he can. Connect with Christophe: InstagramWebsitePodcastStanding On Water film Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.