Best Whitewater Kayaking Podcasts (2025)

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How a Health Journey lead to Starting a Family Hemp Farm with Nathan Madlock 57:36

4d ago57:36

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Today I get to sit down with a good friend, Nathan Madlock, as he shares his journey into starting an unconventional family farm. Nathan shares his story searching for health supplements and nootropics which lead him to CBD and starting a hemp farm with his family in North Carolina. Instagram- Madlock Farms Books- Rich Dad Pour Dad by Robert T. Kiy…

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Episode 484: Mississippi Headwaters Board installs signs; 32 day Patagonia kayak trip; Does paddleboarding cause heart attacks? 59:08

5d ago59:08

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Episode 484 ~ May 29, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics The Mississippi Headwaters Board has installed signage to help guide paddlers along routes in northern Minnesota Three kayakers have completed a 32 day kayaking trip through remote Patagonia Researchers say standup paddleboarding could lead to life threatening health problems even in fit people…

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New Film: "Just Get A Kayak" 55:23

6d ago55:23

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Two friends become enamored with R1 rafting and together began running class 5 runs to include waterfalls. Then they decide to spend a summer R1ing and making a river film about their fun. Kenny Beauchamp and Ryan Huck tell their story of being friends, running scary fun water and learning to make a film. GIVEAWAY Enter Here GUESTS Ryan Huck @huckn…

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Ep #68 Breathwork, Cancer Survival & Redefining the Human Experience with Adam Spillman 53:50

7d ago53:50

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What if your breath could be the key to healing, resilience, and reclaiming your power? In this inspiring and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Adam Spillman — a cancer survivor, breathwork and meditation teacher — whose journey will shift the way you think about discomfort, recovery, and self-discovery. ✨ Here’s what we dive into: 🧠 How breathwor…

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E98: Building Sisterhood and Connection in a Male Dominated Sport with Bridget 48:54

10d ago48:54

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I had a Major Heart Attack!? CRAZY RIGHT!? 18:30

11d ago18:30

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On todays Friday Fire I dive into my recent story of having a major heart attack. It was pretty wild for me, as I focus on health, wellness and fitness and at age 36 I thought I would be the last candidate for having a heart attack. What I has was called SCAD, which is Spontaneous coronary artery dissection, which also made it a little hard to unde…

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Episode 483: What is the Open Canoe Association (OCA); Paddle out against sewage protests; Mountain Equipment Company sold again 58:30

12d ago58:30

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Episode 483 ~ May 22, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics What is the Open Canoe Association (OCA) and what do they do? Thousands of people paddling out to protest against sewage spilling into UK waters The Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) has been sold once more and this time back into Canadian handsBy SR

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Part 3, Tijuana River, Solutions 52:03

14d ago52:03

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This is the 3rd and last episode about the Tijuana River. The Tijuana River is a story of trade, immigration and international borders. This is a river that flows across the US Mexico border and carries pollution and sewage. Our guest is Dr Maria-Elana Giner; she served as commissioner of the International Boundary and Water Commission and upon req…

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Ep #67 Train Your Brain for Courage with Anna Wagner 59:52

14d ago59:52

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Need a boost of adventure, energy, and motivation? You're going to love this conversation with accomplished whitewater paddler and adventurer Anna Wagner! She’s tackled some of the toughest multi-day expeditions in North America — from the Stikine to the Middle Kings, plus multiple 💦 70+ ft waterfalls in the PNW. But her real superpower? Turning fe…

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Episode 482: Cape Flattery to Miami paddling trip; Want to paddle the Northwest Passage; Sky View tents 1:19:10

19d ago1:19:10

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Episode 482 ~ May 15, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics The season of paddling trips has begun and one man is paddling from the north western tip of the United States to the south eastern tip Do you want to paddle the Northwest Passage? There is a chance you could join West Hansen in 2026 Sky View tents give a great view of the night sky through the mesh …

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Ep #66 How to Shift Your Fear to Find Your Flow with Anna 14:28

21d ago14:28

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What does it really take to peel out of the eddy with confidence—on the river and in life? In this solo episode, Anna shares insights from a Class IV day on the Cheoah River and a powerful conversation about mindset, trust, and making bold moves. Learn how familiar thought patterns keep us stuck, and how generating the feelings you want—before the …

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Episode 481: 7 best water shoes and how to choose; Al Faussett waterfall paddler in 1926; Australia’s ‘Paddle Forward 32’ 1:09:40

26d ago1:09:40

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Episode 481 ~ May 8, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics There is a lot of factors that go into your choice of water shoes. We talk about 7 of the best ones and how to make your decision Al Faussett was a man way ahead of his time. He was running huge waterfalls with carved out logs way back in 1926 Australia has put forth its ‘Paddle Forward 32’ plan which…

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Ep #65 Finding Light After Loss — Nina’s Story of Grief, Healing & Hope 51:45

28d ago51:45

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💔In 2016, Nina Loretto, one of my oldest friends, experienced a life-altering tragedy when she lost her first husband to suicide. In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, she opens up about the deep discomfort of navigating that loss—and the strength it took to begin healing. 🕊️With remarkable honesty, compassion, and even humor, Nina shares ho…

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Episode 480: Sean’s Sunday paddle; Canoe Museum’s Builders in Residence; Unauthorized test symbols on PFDs 1:09:58

1M ago1:09:58

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Episode 480 ~ May 1, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Sean went out for a paddle on his local river to spend an enjoyable morning soaking up the sunshine, enjoying the scenery and picking up trash The Canadian Canoe Museum is launching it’s Builders in Residence program There is a personal flotation company that has put unauthorized UL Solutions test and…

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Are Public Lands 4 $ale? 44:38

1M ago44:38

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Many of our favorite rivers run through public land, land that is owned and managed by the Federal Government, and so therefore owned by the citizens of the United States. There is renewed chatter in Washington DC suggesting that major sales of public lands can create significant revenue for the Federal Government. This episode hosts experts on thi…

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Ep #64 Charging Hard & Choosing Wisely with Todd Wells 48:26

1M ago48:26

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Dive into an inspiring conversation with whitewater legend Todd Wells as he joins Anna Levesque to talk all things kayaking, courage, and community. This episode is packed with insight, heart, and a few splashes of river wisdom. 🌊 Here’s what you’ll hear: 🧭 How Todd is shifting his decision making in high-risk environments 💥 The hard-earned lessons…

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E97: Weightloss, Competition Among Powerful People and Life Reflections Relating it all to Whitewater Paddling 32:27

1M ago32:27

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Apply for the waitlist to work with me 1:1 (opening again on May 1, 2025) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (free!!) Get access to every resource I've ever created ($50 until May 1st) Join the Group Chat Experience: (free until May 1st) ---- I'm in a huge expansion right now. I'm so excited you're coming along with me. I've…

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Episode 479: LA 2028 Olympic paddle sports; 8 must see Boundary Waters waterfalls; Help track wildlife in Indiana 1:08:06

1M ago1:08:06

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Episode 479 ~ April 24, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics A decision has been made on which paddle sports are going to be at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles If you are heading to the Boundary Waters, there are at least 8 waterfalls you may want to check out Indiana’s Department of Natural Resources is looking for paddlers to help track wildlife while out…

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Ep #63 Letting Go & Leading with Presence: Brad Burden on Coaching, Parenting & Mental Health 52:01

1M ago52:01

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Brad Burden — former pro kayaker 🛶, kayak instructor, now basketball coach 🏀 and teacher — as he shares his evolving journey through leadership, parenting, and self-awareness 💬. Brad gets real about what it's like to: 🔄 Recognize when your old ways of coaching and parenting just aren't workin…

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Episode 478: A new children’s book by Kevin Callan; Mediterranean dugout canoe seafarers; Spring water safety reminder 1:21:51

2M ago1:21:51

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Episode 478 ~ April 17, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Kevin Callan chats about his new children’s book ‘A Spark of Courage‘ Evidence shows that Hunter-Gatherers were crossing the Mediterranean in dugout canoes 8,500 years ago It is spring time and we need to thing about cold water safety when heading out on the water…

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Ep #62 Lean Into the Hard: River Wisdom for Real Life 12:24

2M ago12:24

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In this solo episode, Anna shares one of the most powerful lessons from whitewater kayaking: lean into the rock. What does that mean? When things get hard—on the river or in life—our instinct is to pull away. But that resistance can make things worse. Anna breaks down how leaning into discomfort can actually help you move through it with more ease,…

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E96: My Deepest Darkest Secret and How to Shed Shame with Shania Kuipers 52:44

2M ago52:44

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Apply for the Full on Femme in Flow Program Join the Group Chat Experience: Ditch the Doubt ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- "Our shame is the source of our power." - Shoshanna Raven. When we share our shame publicly, we release the curse of "being found out". But how do we get to that point where we feel …

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Episode 477: Paddling surging in China; Bronze Age Scandinavian sea canoes; Kayaks for turkey hunting; Surface Water & Ocean Tech satellite 1:10:01

2M ago1:10:01

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Episode 477 ~ April 10, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Paddling sports are taking off in China Bronze Age Scandinavians may have traversed the open seas in large canoes If you are into turkey hunting, a kayak may give you an edge Using the Surface Water and Ocean Technologies satellite (SWOT) to study water bodies and measure flow…

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Bots & River Permits 1:02:38

2M ago1:02:38

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Do you ever wonder if bots are being used to acquire river permits during the annual cancellation lotteries each year? So do we. So we built a bot to see if it works to secure permits. And we tried talking with rec dot gov to get their input. Check out this episode for a tour of bots, permits, bureaucracy and access to public rivers. SURVEY ABOUT T…

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Ep #61 Jessie Stone on Paddling with Purpose 54:08

2M ago54:08

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This week, I sit down with the amazing Jessie Stone — medical doctor, pro kayaker, and founder of Soft Power Health, a nonprofit making a real difference in Uganda 🇺🇬✨ 💥 In this inspiring convo, we dive into: 🚣‍♀️ The power of hard moves in easy water — in paddling and in life 🧘‍♀️ How visualization and meditation support physical healing and menta…

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E95: Feral Leadership and Leading vs. Guiding with Linda Clark 47:56

2M ago47:56

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Apply for the Full on Femme in Flow Program Join the Group Chat Experience: Ditch the Doubt (free for now!) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- What's the difference between guiding and leading? What does feral leadership mean? How can we utilize our uniqueness as a strength? And what it looks like to be bada…

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Episode 476: Outdoor Odysseys’ Analog Adventure; ICF Paddle Summit; Adirondack Paddling Symposium; Rafting after Helene 1:13:26

2M ago1:13:26

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Episode 476~ April 3, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Outdoor Odysseys Sea Kayaking is offering an incentive to disconnect from technology The International Canoe Federation (ICF) just held its inaugural Paddle Summit in Hangzhou, China Are you heading to the Adirondack Paddling Symposium for 4 days of fun and education? There are a lot of changes to ra…

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Ep #60 Sending It with Style: Heidi Walsh on Running 92-Footers & Learning from Beatdowns 40:28

2M ago40:28

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In this epic episode, I sit down with Heidi Walsh—one of the top all-around female kayakers on the planet—to talk about the mental and technical game behind hucking 92-ft waterfalls, throwing down in freestyle comps, and charging Class V creeks. We dive into the wild story behind her recent switch freewheel off Spirit Falls—a jaw-dropping downriver…

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E94: Regressing your Roll and What it actually looks like to be advancing as a paddler with Sasha Miller 49:47

2M ago49:47

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Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience: Ditch the Doubt (free for now!) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- Paddling progression (and any progression) is NOT LINEAR. This episode really goes into what it's actually like to progress in the sport and how to "move up" in the paddling w…

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Episode 475: Hot air balloon and kayaks; Old Towns 5 new watercraft; Intermittently open/closed lakes and lagoons 1:06:05

2M ago1:06:05

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Episode 475~ March 27, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics A hot air balloon + kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards = fun in Canberra Old Town has launched 5 new watercraft What are intermittently open and closed lakes and lagoons?By SR

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Ep #59 Paddle Like a Boss: Lessons in Confidence, Consistency, and SUP Power with Seychelle 48:51

2M ago48:51

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In this week’s episode, I sit down with world champion SUP athlete and coach, Seychelle, for a conversation packed with game-changing insights on paddling, business, and life. 🎯 From valuing your worth and asking for what you want, to leveraging your ego and practicing self-accountability, Seychelle shares the strategies that have fueled her succes…

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E93: Designing a Sustainable Adventure Lifestyle with Sandra 42:58

2M ago42:58

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Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience: newly announced as Ditch the Doubt (free for now!) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- Are you a sustainably conscious paddler or curious how you can become more sustainably aware? On this episode, Sandra and I discuss ways we can offset all t…

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Episode 474: QAS Episode 3: Trapper Haskins on the Mississippi; Kevin Callan’s QAS thoughts; Jerry Vandiver & Caitlin Evanson 1:17:26

2M ago1:17:26

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Episode 474~ March 20, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Trapper Haskins talks about his book Crooked Old River and the many parts of the Mississippi River journey that inspired it Kevin Callan gives his thoughts on the Quiet Adventures Symposium and answers a few questions As per tradition, Jerry Vandiver and Caitlin Evanson close out our Quiet Adventure…

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Part 2, Tijuana River, Source of the Pollution 1:00:54

3M ago1:00:54

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The Tijuana Rivers courses through the City of Tijuana Mexico where 2 million people live. Several hundred thousand homes in Tijuana are not connected to the city sewage system and this leads to significant pollution of the Tijuana River. And because the city of Tijuana butts right up to the US Mexico border, the path of the river sewage and the re…

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Ep #58 The Art of River Leadership: Lessons in Teaching and Growth with Anne Sontheimer and Jordan Taylor 50:27

3M ago50:27

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🚣‍♂️ Want to elevate your river leadership and paddling instruction skills? This episode is a must-listen! Join me as I sit down with two powerhouse paddlesports educators, Anne Sontheimer and Jordan Taylor, for a deep dive into the art and science of leadership on the water. With a combined 80+ years of experience in whitewater kayaking, we unpack…

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E92: Safety Conciousness AND Confidence with Kelsey Holmes 1:00:19

3M ago1:00:19

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(Trigger warning - talk about injuries at the beginning, rated PG-13) Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience (free for now!) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- Are you generally a conservative paddler who's maybe even a bit risk averse? This episode was made with you in mind. Kelse…

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Episode 473: Quiet Adventures Symposium Episode 2, Solo kayaking the Maine Island Trail 1:04:49

3M ago1:04:49

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Episode 473~ March 13, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Tim Gallaway sat down with Sean at the Quiet Adventures Symposium to talk about solo kayaking the Maine Island TrailBy SR

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Ep #57 From Fear to Joy: Isaac Levinson’s Journey Through Adversity & Adventure 47:11

3M ago47:11

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What does it take to push past fear, redefine your limits, and keep chasing adventure—no matter what life throws your way? In this episode, I sit down with Isaac Levinson, a multi-sport athlete and former US National Slalom Team member, as he opens up about his incredible journey through adventure sports, the life-altering back injury that changed …

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E91: 3 Step Process to Calm Your Body on the River 28:16

3M ago28:16

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Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience (free for now!) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- This episode is a blurb from my Wet Wild and Worth It Challenge hosted in the group chat experience. Imagine, you're in a 5 day challenge with me posting 2-5 short audio clips per day. That's …

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Episode 472: Quiet Adventures Symposium; Wolf Moose Foundation; Michigan Waterways Stewards 1:22:23

3M ago1:22:23

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Episode 472~ March 6, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Cynthia Donovan talks about the Quiet Adventures Symposium Michael George talks about the Wolf Moose Foundation and the research they are doing on Isle Royale Mike Stout of the Michigan Waterways Stewards talks about their efforts in cleaning up Michigan’s waterways…

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Ep #56 the Power of Human-Centered Leadership With Jennifer McClanahan 59:03

3M ago59:03

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Want to uplevel your leadership game? This episode is a must-listen! Jennifer McClanahan, a trusted advisor to C-suite leaders, sits down with me for a powerful conversation about human-centered leadership. We dive deep into the real challenges of leadership—taking risks, building strong relationships, practicing vulnerability, and communicating wi…

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E90: Creating Space for Friendships and Relationships in your Life: Reflections from the Send Social 28:22

3M ago28:22

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Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience (free) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- You are not alone, no matter how lonely you feel! It can be hard ot make friends in adulthood and even harder to find aligned romantic partners. I've taken the feedback I hear regularly from clients, f…

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Episode 471: Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show; AirLounger and Canoe IV chairs from Crazy Creek; Fritz T. Sprandel ~ Adventure On A Dare 1:12:27

3M ago1:12:27

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Episode 471~ February 27, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Sean spent the weekend at the Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show Crazy Creek has two new additions to their outdoor seating: the AirLounger and the Canoe IV Who is author of Adventure On A Dare Fritz T. Sprandel?By SR

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Ep #55 Anna on Scary Stories and How to Face Them 17:44

3M ago17:44

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In this solo episode, I’m sharing with you my experience returning to some of the rivers in Western North Carolina that have changed since Helene. Learning ‘new’ rivers made me realize that, although some of the rivers challenged me before Helene, they were still in my comfort zone because I knew them so well. Discovering new features and rapids ch…

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E89: Building an Outdoor Community (lessons from a dirtbag kayak girlie) 37:43

3M ago37:43

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Come to the Send Social!! ($5 plus a gym pass) Apply for the Worn to Wild Program Join the Group Chat Experience (free) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Own Your Shit Resource⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (also free) ---- Some days I've felt so alone and some days I'm crying tears of joy for how strong my community is. I'm breaking it down in this episode. What are the qual…

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Episode 470: Jackson Kayak acquires Eddyline Kayak; People heading out despite fee increases / inflation; Illegal rafting in Ocho Rios 1:07:47

3M ago1:07:47

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Episode 470~ February 20, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Jackson Kayak has acquired Eddyline Kayak and this is a good thing Despite fee increases and inflation, people are still heading outdoors and will continue to do so Illegal rafters in Ocho Rios have been told to stop operating due to security concerns and non-registration…

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Part 1 Tijuana River, Binational Flow 44:44

3M ago44:44

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This episode is on site where a beautiful desert mountain river flows through an estuary and into the Pacific Ocean. Before the Tijuana River meets the ocean, it navigates through a dense urban border region with 5 million people. The outcome is a river that is carrying toxic sewage and pollution to the ocean, closing beaches and creating illness i…

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Ep #54 Libby Hinsley on Discomfort as a Catalyst for Change 54:20

3M ago54:20

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In this episode, Libby Hinsley, a doctor of physical therapy, certified yoga therapist and author, talks about her experiences with hypermobility syndromes and how discomfort can be a powerful catalyst for transformation. As teacher/instructor trainers in our respective disciplines, we share effective teaching strategies and the evolution of moving…

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Communicating Facts and Feelings to Effectively Care for Cancer Patients with Erika Ramsdale, M.D. 39:01

4M ago39:01

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In this week's episode, we delve into the crucial art of communication in the practice of medicine with Erika Ramsdale. As a geriatric oncologist and the writer of a poignant, powern Modern Love submission published in the The New York Times' "Modern Love" column, Dr. Ramsdale shares her unique perspective on effectively communicating with cancer p…

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Episode 469: Kevin Callan, a voyageur canoe and you?; Junior SUP racing rule change; A Guide To Fighting For Wild Rivers 1:08:39

4M ago1:08:39

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Episode 469~ February 13, 2025 Podcast Info / Topics Kevin Callan in a voyageur canoe paddling Lake Superior and you could go with him The ICF has introduced a rule change that affects Junior SUP Racers, and it is has a bit of controversy The new video ‘A Guide To Fighting For Wild Rivers’ looks at a proactive method of protecting wild rivers…

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