The Adventurepreneur Podcast

The Adventurepreneur Podcast shares the stories of unconventional problem solvers, change makers, and entrepreneurs - building businesses, projects, lifestyles, and brands around a love for adventure, travel, and the outdoors. Adventurepreneurs are thrill seekers, explorers, fun hogs, thought leaders, influencers, and lifestyle designers. They are the people brave enough to not let traditional definitions of success confine them. They are often irreverent misfits and risk takers, living life on their own terms. This is a show created for the adventure community and those looking to live a fulfilling adventure lifestyle. Whether you want to learn the tricks of the trade, be inspired, have a good laugh, be more productive, or start living the life you always wanted, The Adventurepreneur Playbook can and will help you kick ass along the way.

Dory Trimble on Sustainability, Problem Solving & Creating Opportunity 07/04/2021

Dory Trimble on Sustainability, Problem Solving & Creating Opportunity Today on the show I have Dory Trimble, Executive Director of the Honnold Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to promoting solar energy for a more equitable world. What to say about Dory…? Well first of all she’s a total bad ass. Honestly, I find Dory’s perspective so invigorating and I think you’ll see why in this episode, which turned out to be one of the most insightful I’ve done. Her grit, tenacity, and proclivity for problem solving is something we can all learn from - so I’m excited for you all to snag some good takeaways. One quick note on this episode, it was actually recorded almost a year ago but most everything we talked about is still as relevant today. I also wanted to point you in the direction of a new resource the Honnold Foundation has, which I found to be a very practical and action-focused list of things you can do to be proactive about climate change. It’s called Alex’s Sustainability Tick List, I encourage you to go over to and check it out. Last but far from least, I’m psyched to announce that my company Outwild is holding a retreat for early stage entrepreneurs and freelancers later this month. We’ll be gathering some awesome thought leaders and workshop leaders at an amazing sustainable ranch in the mountains of Northern Utah, for 3 packed days of building businesses and playing outside. We’ll be hanging with the head of marketing at the US Ski Team, to the Founder of Goal Zero, angel investors, a Wim Hoff breathing and cold immersion instructor, and half a dozen other seasoned outdoor and adventure entrepreneurs. Of course we’ll be climbing, biking, paddleboarding and making new friends along the way too. So if you’re either brewing over a startup idea, in the nascent stages of starting a business, or interested in making the transition to freelance work, this event is for you. We’ll be covering topics like: entrepreneurial mindset, drafting lean business models, early-stage marketing, boundary-setting to avoid burnout, and more! The best part of all this, I’m offering $500 off - literally only to the listeners of this show. If you’re interested, head over to and use the code “Podcast500”, that’s with a capital P and no space. Again Podcast500 for $500 off Outwild for the Entrepreneur, July 29-Aug 1st. /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/19700042

Louis Arevalo on Outdoor Photography, Forgiveness, and Life-changing Paralysis 08/14/2020

Louis Arevalo on Outdoor Photography, Forgiveness, and Life-changing Paralysis Today on the show I have , a super talented outdoor photographer and journalist and one of the sweetest guys out there. Through Louis’s career, he’s been published in some of the industry’s most coveted publications and worked with many leading brands, but it wasn’t always that way. Louis worked for many years at FedEx, double timing it trying to make a living wage while also building a photography business on the side. After a lot of hard work and grit, Louis eventually was able to go full time into photography and never looked back. Earlier this year, the Salt Lake City native was backcountry skiing a fire burn out zone in the southern Wasatch, when we took a fall and started to tomahawk high speed down the mountain. While he a was tumbling, his ski edge hit his head and literally scalped him - and he landed squarely on his upper back against an old burned tree trunk. Louis lost consciousness, but luckily, his friend had been trained as a ski patroller and acted fast to save his life. . If you want to hear the full story, stay tuned to the end of the episode, you’ll be glued to your speaker I guarantee you that. My heart goes out to Louis and his family, not only because no one should have to go through that (let alone a notoriously sweet guy like Louis), but also because so many of us in this community are constantly in those same positions. Risking ourselves to pursue the things we love. It really makes you take a second to breath it all in. If you’re anything like me, you leave these types of stories feeling a little helpless. Well, if that’s you please consider taking action by donating to , every little bit helps. I’ll have the link available in the show notes, or you can Google Louis Arevalo GoFundMe and you’ll find it. A quick reminder that as we move closer and closer to election season it’s important to start thinking about your role in the fight against climate change. My go to resource is . The y make it easy to get your friends and family registered to vote and have lots of information on how to make informed decisions and get involved. Head over to their website or check them out on the socials for all the deets. Show resources . /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/15614867

Kate Williams & Ben Stuart on Climate Action, Taking a Stand, and Responsible Business 07/23/2020

Emily Harrington on Fear, Goal Setting, and Perspectives on the Pandemic 07/08/2020

Jedd Rose on Tactical Business Strategies, Aligning Your Work to Your Values, and Cooking 06/18/2020

Jedd Rose on Tactical Business Strategies, Aligning Your Work to Your Values, and Cooking Revised Version Today on the show I have Jedd Rose, founder and president of . Jedd has quickly become one of my favorite people in the outdoor industry, not just because of the great relationship we’ve built between Topo and my company Outwild, but also because Jedd is just such a great guy. He’s super insightful, humble, driven, and he surprises you with little nuggets that let you peer into the depth of his personality - you’ll see what I mean in this episode. Jedd and his co-founder Mark Hansen created Topo Designs with a unique vision in mind: to build a fashion forward, utilitarian clothing and gear brand that blends an outdoor vibe with an urban cool factor. As Jedd would describe it, Topo is ‘built for anywhere on your map.’ In the relatively few short years they’ve been in business, Topo has risen to one of the most popular brands in the industry. In this episode, Jedd and I get into the nitty gritty tactical details behind building a stellar brand. Everything from finding a good business partner, to raising money, to dissecting and preparing for the various stages most businesses go through - with a whole lot more sandwiched in between. Before we dive in, I want to thank all my listeners for your patience while the show was on a short break so that we could all focus on learning about and elevating the voices of the BIPOC community during this historic fight for racial equality. Thank you all for supporting that initiative, it’s important work and your allyship and action is critical beyond measure. Speaking of activism, a quick reminder that as we move closer and closer to election season it’s important to start thinking about your role in the fight against climate change. My go to resource is . They make it easy to get your friends and family registered to vote and have lots of information on how to make informed decisions and get involved. Head over to their website or check them out on the socials for all the deets. The original version of this conversation took place in front of a live audience of students studying life design in the . The version you’ll hear took place online in our homes to respect social distancing. Alright, here’s my conversation with Jedd Rose. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/14882672

Samuel Crossley on Climbing Photography, Creating Your Own Luck, and Defining What You Stand For 05/21/2020

Lynn Hill on the History and Future of Climbing, Living An Engaged Life, and Staying Fit At Home 05/16/2020

Wyn Wiley aka Pattie Gonia (Part 2) on Allyship, the Origins of Drag, and Living Our Truths 05/09/2020

Wyn Wiley aka Pattie Gonia (Part 2) on Allyship, the Origins of Drag, and Living Our Truths I’m happy to say, I’m celebrating my 50th episode today and I couldn’t be happier to be sharing it with friend and mover/shaker Wyn Wiley, aka . That’s right, a long form exclusive interview with your very own backcountry drag queen. If you’re not familiar with Pattie, she was born about a year ago from Wyn’s creative mind when he dressed in drag for the first time in his life and discovered that the experience brought him alive like he’d never quite felt before. When he posted about the experience, he received major backlash and people he thought were friends vanished from his life, published public slurs and even egged his house. Oh where to even start with all that we covered in this chat. Well first of all, the conversation was so good it went on for quite a long time and so I split it into two parts. In part 1, you will hear the origin story of Pattie and some incredibly insightful ideas for becoming a better ally and saving Mother Earth - or as Pattie likes to call it, Mother Natch. In part 2, we dive into some of the business aspects behind Pattie and the wild ride it’s been for Wyn - one that has completely changed his life. As I’ve reflected on this conversation, I have to say I have so much respect for Wyn for stepping into this journey and for being so humble along the way. Think about it. How scary is it to put on makeup and high heels and confront the world in your truth even when you know some people will hate you for it, either because they passionately don’t agree with it or because they don’t think you’re doing a good job at it, just to name a few reasons. But Wyn, you decided to move forward anyway and we want you to know that we love you for it. Not only that, but your humility along the way as a self-proclaimed advocate in-progress, is what leaves us all inspired and reminded that we’re all on an imperfect journey of self-exploration. One of constant learning and hopefully empathy - for ourselves and others. So thank you for living your truth and sharing it with us. /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/14349671

Wyn Wiley aka Pattie Gonia (Part 1) on Allyship, the Origins of Drag, and Living Our Truths 05/08/2020

Wyn Wiley aka Pattie Gonia (Part 1) on Allyship, the Origins of Drag, and Living Our Truths I’m happy to say, I’m celebrating my 50th episode today and I couldn’t be happier to be sharing it with friend and mover/shaker Wyn Wiley, aka . That’s right, a long form exclusive interview with your very own backcountry drag queen. If you’re not familiar with Pattie, she was born about a year ago from Wyn’s creative mind when he dressed in drag for the first time in his life and discovered that the experience brought him alive like he’d never quite felt before. When he posted about the experience, he received major backlash and people he thought were friends vanished from his life, published public slurs and even egged his house. Oh where to even start with all that we covered in this chat. Well first of all, the conversation was so good it went on for quite a long time and so I split it into two parts. In part 1, you will hear the origin story of Pattie and some incredibly insightful ideas for becoming a better ally and saving Mother Earth - or as Pattie likes to call it, Mother Natch. In part 2, we dive into some of the business aspects behind Pattie and the wild ride it’s been for Wyn - one that has completely changed his life. As I’ve reflected on this conversation, I have to say I have so much respect for Wyn for stepping into this journey and for being so humble along the way. Think about it. How scary is it to put on makeup and high heels and confront the world in your truth even when you know some people will hate you for it, either because they passionately don’t agree with it or because they don’t think you’re doing a good job at it, just to name a few reasons. But Wyn, you decided to move forward anyway and we want you to know that we love you for it. Not only that, but your humility along the way as a self-proclaimed advocate in-progress, is what leaves us all inspired and reminded that we’re all on an imperfect journey of self-exploration. One of constant learning and hopefully empathy - for ourselves and others. So thank you for living your truth and sharing it with us. /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/14340359

Josh Cogan on Mindfulness, Infectious Disease, and Healing Men 05/01/2020

Susie Moore on Redefining Confidence, Rejection Means You’re Doing Something, and Asking Yourself: So What? 04/23/2020

Chris Burkard on Finding Your Fuel, Engaging Storytelling, and Recession-proofing Your Business 04/16/2020

Stephanie Howe PhD on Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, and Resilience 04/01/2020

Vasu Sojitra on Intersectionality, Skiing, and DEI 03/24/2020

Dave Mossop on Self Actualization, the Role of Art in Mountain Film, Virtual Reality, and the Beauty of Dirtbagging 03/04/2020

Breanne and David Kiefner on Travel, Entrepreneurship, and Parenting in the Outdoors 02/05/2020

Breanne and David Kiefner on Travel, Entrepreneurship, and Parenting in the Outdoors Today on the show I have Breanne Kiefner, founder of and her husband Dave Kiefner who heads up operations for the business. Sure, Root Adventures is a great travel company, but as you’ll soon find out in this episode, it’s also much much more than that. Breanne and Dave are some of the most thoughtful and sincere entrepreneurs I’ve come across. After a couple of life-altering events and even a traumatic existential crisis, Breanne decided to do exactly the opposite of what most of us would do when the going gets tough. She decided to dig deep, embrace discomfort, and commit to the hardest thing she’s ever done - build the business and lifestyle she’s also wanted. The result, is a company that truly stands out not only for its admirable conviction, but also for the impact it has on peoples lives. Breanne and Dave’s impact goes beyond just their business too. The way they show up in the world on a personal level is also special, and I know I’m certainly proud to call them friends. All that said, I’m excited to share their story with you all! Resources: (Breanne and Dave’s business) - from the (business model template) Show themes: **the advantages of being vulnerable and sharing with people who you really are **entrepreneurship as a form of healing **no such thing as competition, only collaboration **learning how to not be a victim of your circumstance **entrepreneurship forces you to step outside your comfort zone - it forces growth. **no better antidote to depression than connection **running a business as a couple and with a family **type 1,2,3 fun — not just living a comfortable, stable life **being comfortable being uncomfortable **giving is one of the most regenerative forms of self-care you can have **working on diversity and support in the outdoor and adventure travel industry /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/13030562

Hillary Allen on Trail Ultrarunning and the Resilience of the Human Spirit 01/22/2020

Rian Doris with the ULTIMATE Evening and Morning Routine (for hacking flow and boosting productivity) 01/10/2020

Rian Doris with the ULTIMATE Evening and Morning Routine (for hacking flow and boosting productivity) Today on the pod I’m joined by , co-founder and COO of the , which is a peak performance research and training organization headed by . You may remember Steven from of the show where we chatted about adventure athletes who are pushing the boundaries of human potential. If you haven’t checked it out, carve out some time to do so - that show is one of my most popular episodes by far and I think you’ll see why. In this episode, we’re going to do something a little different. We’re going to focus mainly on one topic - that is, getting shit done. You know, since you haven’t heard enough about that in this new decade already. Seriously though, even with all the hype of the new year it’s still a great time to reevaluate your processes and build a plan for yourself to achieve the life you want. We’ll be walking you through what I would call the ULTIMATE evening and morning routine. It’s worth putting out a fair warning, Rian and I nerd out pretty hard core on productivity, flow, and life hacking - so if you’re anything like me you’ll be in heaven and if not, don’t say I didn’t warn you. This episode not only dissects Rian’s strategy that led him to cofound one the world’s leading organizations in peak performance and flow science, but also is chocked full of fantastic resources - so be sure to check out the resources section below for all your geeking and linking needs. Speaking of resources, Rian and Steven have generously offered to give a free one-on-one coaching session plus 10% off their most popular flow training program, , for all listeners of this show. Simply use the link below to apply. On your application interview call with the team, be sure to mention my name and you’re good to go. Oh and I apologize in advance for the audio quality on this one. I don’t even remember where I was during the recording, but clearly it was an airport bathroom or something 😉 Resources/links: Custom link for 1 free one-on-one coaching session plus 10% off the (be sure to use link above and mention my name during the application interview to receive discount and free coaching) Mentioned books by Steven Kotler: , , - Founder of TED - Founder Shift the Work - Author of - Interpersonal neurobiology Keith Ferazzi - Author of 3 suggested tools: Apple Calendar, , - Cognitive Load Theory - “Discipline equals freedom” - Author of Greg McKeown - Author of H /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/12684722

Fitz Cahall on Creativity, Business, and the Anatomy of a Good Story 12/31/2019

Sheri Tingey on Packrafting and Trailblazing as a Female Innovator in the Outdoor Industry 12/12/2019

Sheri Tingey on Packrafting and Trailblazing as a Female Innovator in the Outdoor Industry Today on the show I have Sheri Tingey, founder and lead designer of . Sheri is a true outdoor industry pioneer. In 1968, as a ski bum in Jackson, WY and Alta, UT - Sheri started a company designing custom ski clothing. She revolutionized the industry by innovating new more functional designs and spiced things up by adding some colorful style to the otherwise drab ski clothes of the time. After nearly 15 years hustling and designing ski clothing for some of the top ski resorts and shops in the country, Sheri suddenly developed a serious case of chronic fatigue syndrome. The disease took her to her knees and after 17 years of struggling in its grips, Sheri finally found a Dr that saved her life. She learned how to manage her innate drive. She had to learn how to go from being a passionate, workaholic entrepreneur to a zen, calm and balanced designer. Shortly after she found that doctor and started to feel better, Sheri’s son Thor (who is now the CEO at Alpacka) had just completed a 600-mile packrafting traverse of Alaska’s Brooks Range. Thor was frustrated with the performance of the boat he had been using on his trips, which didn’t hold air and required hours of patch working after each day on the river. He brought the boat to his mom and asked if she could make it better. Sheri’s eyes lit up, she accepted the challenge, and the rest is history. Sheri’s story is one of grit and determination. A tale of a true female innovator in a heavily male dominated industry. The outdoor industry history buffs out there will appreciate this one too, that’s a guarantee. Per usual, lots of great nuggets to pull out of this one… so grab a cup of coffee, tea, or kombucha and enjoy. Show resources: Thor and Sarah Tingey Designed by Sheri (1968-1981) Tom Froth /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/12378602

Noah Howell on Forging Your Own Path, Ski Mountaineering, and Building a Popular Video Production Company 11/05/2019

Noah Howell on Forging Your Own Path, Ski Mountaineering, and Building a Popular Video Production Company Today on the show I have , a maverick ski mountaineer, story teller, and creator of Powderwhore Productions. Noah writes for and runs a popular skiing blog at his personal website , documenting dozens of entertaining and cutting edge ski descents, including his journey to climb and ski the (which has become a cult classic of sorts within the backcountry and ski mountaineering communities). There’s a couple of things worth pointing out about Noah. First of all, he’s kind of hilarious. His ‘don’t take yourself too seriously’ vibe is not only refreshing, but also kept us both laughing throughout the conversation. On top of that, the guy truly dances to the beat of his own drum, which you have to have mad respect for, especially because that path doesn’t always lead to mainstream commercial success. Instead of focusing on traditional popularity metrics common among many in the industry, Noah tows the line that all you need is a compelling vision that resonates with you, and the work will speak for itself. But don’t let the self-deprecating humor and fly under the radar ethos fool you. All you have to do is do a quick google search or ask around the backcountry skiing community, and you’ll find out real quick that Noah is one of the most accomplished and well-respected skiers out there. In this episode, Noah and I cover topics like the gratification of building things with your own hands, death and risk in the outdoor community, and how snow science is overemphasized in avalanche awareness and education and how interpersonal communication and group dynamics within the backcountry skiing community deserves much more focus. I genuinely enjoyed this funny and raw conversation with Noah and I hope you will too. Before we jump in to the chat, I have one request for those of you listening. Join me in supporting Noah and the work he does. If you’re a skier, and even if you’re not I promise you’ll be entertained, head over to and check out how painstakingly detailed his blog posts are. You can think of it as one of the most comprehensive and useful guidebooks out there, chock full of some of the most iconic lines and ridiculous shenanigans out there. Like me, I think you’ll quickly realize that Noah’s work, insights, and sarcasm are an asset to our community. Treat yourself to a couple of posts, then do the guy and rest of us a solid by clicking on the button and consider donating a couple of bucks. In most cases there's some swag in it for you, but more than that it just feels good to support such an authentic adventurer and story teller. Episode Resources: Noah Howell - , , and Powderwhore Productions (Noah’s ski movie production company) , , and a ( Noah’s Journey and progress) Noah’s (Black Diamond, Julbo, Scarpa, Gnarly Nutrition) - and (brother) /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/11923523

Alex Schulze and Andrew Cooper of 4ocean on Building an Impact-Driven Sustainability Business 10/17/2019

Mario Molina on How to Become a Climate Citizen and Moving Past Our Perceived Self Limits 09/27/2019

Mario Molina on How to Become a Climate Citizen and Moving Past Our Perceived Self Limits In this episode I have , the Executive Director of , which if you’re not familiar with POW, is a non-profit created by professional snowboarder and entrepreneur . POW’s mission is to turn passionate outdoor people into effective climate advocates and having been fortunate enough to interview and work with a number of great people in the Protect Our Winters ecosystem, I have to say they do a hell of a job at that mission - so thank you to the whole team, the board and all the athlete ambassadors for fighting the good fight and leading the way for the rest of us. Speaking of leading, Mario is easily one of the most insightful, well read, and articulate executives I’ve come across - which you’ll quickly realize as we get into the conversation. Prior to POW, Mario served as international director for Vice President Al Gore’s organization, The and Deputy Director at the , which educates young people all over the world on the science of climate change to empower them to take action. I loved this chat. Not only because Mario was so thoughtful, but because one can’t help but walk away with something truly valuable. Whether it’s a philosophy on how to perceive our own self limits, the shared ethos that brings together the outdoor community regardless of what country your from or language you speak, or some very tangible tips on becoming a better climate advocate - I sincerely hope you’ll find some great nuggets like I did. Resources: (POW) - Founder POW and Jones Snowboards, and Professional Snowboarder - photo journalist for Denver post and Mario’s climbing partner - Chair of POW board and VP of Sustainability - Aspen Snowmass - POW Board Member, Professor of History of Science - Harvard University - former POW Executive Director - POW Board member, CEO Burton Snowboards by Robert Kaplan (geopolitics) Two books that were formative in Mario’s childhood: and - Eric Hobsbawm (cap and trade bill) - The New Climate Economy (POW flagship program) (outdoor media/production company) - Naomi Oreskes NPR - - Studies tourism and climate change (co-guest with Mario on NPR’s Science Friday) Episode themes: How our identify in the outdoor community helps us bond over a love for adventure, irregardless of where we come from or what language we speak. What it’s like to group up in Guatemala City where civil war and Cou drills are the reality. Very thoughtful, well spoken, insightful Fascinating conversation, fairly intellectual, Making things like greenhouse gases and fossil fuels socially and legislatively unacceptable, much like drunk driving or cigarettes for minors. We need to be climate citizens We need to have the hard conversations about the things we believe in /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/11416382

Brendan Leonard On How To Succeed as a Creative, The Democratization of the Outdoors, and A Path To Sobriety 09/13/2019

Brendan Leonard On How To Succeed as a Creative, The Democratization of the Outdoors, and A Path To Sobriety Today on the show I have from his popular and hilarious long-running blog by the same name. Brendan is one of those outdoor and adventure creatives who kinda does it all. He’s a columnist and contributing editor for and respectively, he crafts stories and even produces and shoots his own films, and creates humorous cartoons depicting relatable everyday shit we all go through as human beings and outdoor enthusiasts. What I like most about Brendan and his work, is his ethos (which perhaps not surprisingly as a writer Brendan articulates best). He says: "I created my blog as a channel for those of us who aren’t elite climbers, skiers, ultra runners, and alpinists - the folks who love to get out there, but maybe don’t take it or themselves too seriously. Semi-Rad is enthusiasm for things regular people can do, adventures for the everyman and woman. It’s a website for those of us crushing it, kind of.” That is to say that Brendan believes in the democratization of adventure. You don’t need to be climbing 5.14 or kayaking class V whitewater or medaling at your next mountain ultra. Instead as Brendan says, we simply 'need to spend more time doing things we love, going to places that make us feel small, remembering to laugh at ourselves, and getting a little cold, tired, and scared every once in a while.” I couldn’t agree more Brendan. Show resources: and other books by Brendan by Brendan Leonard - bookstore in in Telluride, CO (film festival) Platforms for creating books: , , (great podcast by ) - Steve Casmiro (editor) - Film Maker - Marketing thought leader (recommended camera) Show topics/themes: Self publishing— the pros and cons of doing it yourself, marketing yourself, and finding the balance when making deals with publishers The path to sobriety from addiction Keeping up a blog— making a commitment, being patient, and practicing determination The writing process: anyone can be a writer, just not everyone sticks with it. the difference is actually sitting down and doing the work. With writing, filming, or creating anything, you have to REALLY believe that you have something to say. Making the outdoors accessible to everyone, not just the big famous athletes— finding the small things we can bond over and find humor in. /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/11239979

Cody Townsend (Part 2) of The Golden Era of Free Skiing, Digital Detox, Tips for A Successful Passion Project, and Reinventing Yourself 08/21/2019

Cody Townsend (Part 2) of The Golden Era of Free Skiing, Digital Detox, Tips for A Successful Passion Project, and Reinventing Yourself Alright I’m amped guys - on today’s show I have , who is truly one of the outdoor and adventure world's most ambitious and accomplished personalities. The quintessential adventurepreneur, Cody not only resides atop the list of pro skier royalty for his mind-bending descents and unprecedented ski mountaineering projects, but also owns an outdoor company and thinks like a true innovator. And before I go into Cody’s long list of achievements, I want to remind you that there has never been an easier time to follow in similar footsteps, or better yet carve your own path to success. Cody too started from scratch (we all do), with nothing but a burning desire to make something of himself. Don’t forget that comrades. I think it’s sometimes easy for us to sit and listen to stories like Cody’s and say “Oh he’s a special case, or I could never do that because of xyz reason.” If that narrative is bouncing around in your head, I urge you to pay special attention to how hard Cody works and listen to the 'Where there’s a will there’s a way’ theme that runs through this episode and has gotten him to where he is. Alright with that important public service announcement out of the way, Cody is perhaps most famous for his 2014 award winning ski line in the , where he shoots down a nearly impossibly narrow couloir and pops out the other side carrying speeds in the 70mph range. got recognition from headline media such as The Today Show and countless other publications and was aptly named “The Crack,” Cody took home three wins at the Powder Awards in 2014. Shortly before his descent went viral, Cody cofounded a company called , which has since gone on to become a ubiquitous brand across the outdoor industry. His most recent endeavor, aptly named the is perhaps his most crowning achievement to date. It’s a YouTube web series documenting his journey to ski mountaineer the “”. You may remember my conversation with from a couple of episodes back, who is one of the authors of that book, which is starting to build a cult classic following, in no small part due to Cody’s web series. On top of his various pursuits, Cody’s just a really cool and thoughtful guy - and easily one the most motivated and dedicated athletes out there. He invited me into his home where we had a long chat about a cornucopia of topics, all of which I think you’ll find compelling - I know I sure did. NOTE: This episode is part one of a two part series. Honestly, Cody’s stories and insights were so interesting and useful that I think we both lost track of time, and the conversation went almost 2 and half hours. So be sure to check out Part 2 if you like what you hear here. In Part 1 we chat about a good old fashioned digital detox, surfing, the story behind the Crack, and both the glory days and future of free skiing, and in Part 2 we not only get into tons of practical and detailed advice on building your passion project, but also dive into Cody’s dark period and how he reinvented himself, the genesis of the 50 project, the lessons he learned building Arcade Belts into a killer brand, and much more. Show Themes: Part 1 - Value of a good digital detox, Dealing with Fear, the culture of surfing, the glory days and future of free skiing Part 2 - Tons of practical, detailed advice on building the project you’ve always wanted, Death in the industry, Reinventing yourself after a big success, the transition from ski porn to backcountry ski mountaineering, genesis of the 50 project, the business of skiing (treating it like a job) , why it’s easier than ever to build a successful project, how to work with and create a value proposition for sponsors and brands, becoming an entrepreneur - the story of Arcade Belts, key to building a successful project or business: talk to people figure it out, the counterintuitive philosophy on seed money for your business. Show Resources: Cody Townsend and (winner of 3 awards at 2014 Powder Awards) Elyse (wife) - fellow podcaster (Digital detox) (skier, innovator) — Cody’s dad was his coach in high school, top 5 draft pick in NFL (OG extreme skier) — Cody and CR were on a race team together when they were younger (“The Crack Controversy) Pen, Art and Chris (authors of book) (CEO of ) /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/10946117

Cody Townsend (Part 1) on The Golden Era of Free Skiing, Digital Detox, Tips for A Successful Passion Project, and Reinventing Yourself 08/20/2019

Cody Townsend (Part 1) on The Golden Era of Free Skiing, Digital Detox, Tips for A Successful Passion Project, and Reinventing Yourself Alright I’m amped guys - on today’s show I have , who is truly one of the outdoor and adventure world's most ambitious and accomplished personalities. The quintessential adventurepreneur, Cody not only resides atop the list of pro skier royalty for his mind-bending descents and unprecedented ski mountaineering projects, but also owns an outdoor company and thinks like a true innovator. And before I go into Cody’s long list of achievements, I want to remind you that there has never been an easier time to follow in similar footsteps, or better yet carve your own path to success. Cody too started from scratch (we all do), with nothing but a burning desire to make something of himself. Don’t forget that comrades. I think it’s sometimes easy for us to sit and listen to stories like Cody’s and say “Oh he’s a special case, or I could never do that because of xyz reason.” If that narrative is bouncing around in your head, I urge you to pay special attention to how hard Cody works and listen to the 'Where there’s a will there’s a way’ theme that runs through this episode and has gotten him to where he is. Alright with that important public service announcement out of the way, Cody is perhaps most famous for his 2014 award winning ski line in the , where he shoots down a nearly impossibly narrow couloir and pops out the other side carrying speeds in the 70mph range. got recognition from headline media such as The Today Show and countless other publications and was aptly named “The Crack,” Cody took home three wins at the Powder Awards in 2014. Shortly before his descent went viral, Cody cofounded a company called , which has since gone on to become a ubiquitous brand across the outdoor industry. His most recent endeavor, aptly named the is perhaps his most crowning achievement to date. It’s a YouTube web series documenting his journey to ski mountaineer the “”. You may remember my conversation with from a couple of episodes back, who is one of the authors of that book, which is starting to build a cult classic following, in no small part due to Cody’s web series. On top of his various pursuits, Cody’s just a really cool and thoughtful guy - and easily one the most motivated and dedicated athletes out there. He invited me into his home where we had a long chat about a cornucopia of topics, all of which I think you’ll find compelling - I know I sure did. NOTE: This episode is part one of a two part series. Honestly, Cody’s stories and insights were so interesting and useful that I think we both lost track of time, and the conversation went almost 2 and half hours. So be sure to check out Part 2 if you like what you hear here. In Part 1 we chat about a good old fashioned digital detox, surfing, the story behind the Crack, and both the glory days and future of free skiing, and in Part 2 we not only get into tons of practical and detailed advice on building your passion project, but also dive into Cody’s dark period and how he reinvented himself, the genesis of the 50 project, the lessons he learned building Arcade Belts into a killer brand, and much more. Show Themes: Part 1 - Value of a good digital detox, Dealing with Fear, the culture of surfing, the glory days and future of free skiing Part 2 - Tons of practical, detailed advice on building the project you’ve always wanted, Death in the industry, Reinventing yourself after a big success, the transition from ski porn to backcountry ski mountaineering, genesis of the 50 project, the business of skiing (treating it like a job) , why it’s easier than ever to build a successful project, how to work with and create a value proposition for sponsors and brands, becoming an entrepreneur - the story of Arcade Belts, key to building a successful project or business: talk to people figure it out, the counterintuitive philosophy on seed money for your business. Show Resources: Cody Townsend and (winner of 3 awards at 2014 Powder Awards) Elyse (wife) - fellow podcaster (Digital detox) (skier, innovator) — Cody’s dad was his coach in high school, top 5 draft pick in NFL (OG extreme skier) — Cody and CR were on a race team together when they were younger (“The Crack Controversy) Pen, Art and Chris (authors of book) (CEO of ) /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/10934756

Jen Zeuner and Anne Keller on Building Community, Shredding Mountain Bikes, and Tasty Pizza 08/03/2019

Jen Zeuner and Anne Keller on Building Community, Shredding Mountain Bikes, and Tasty Pizza A few weeks ago I got a chance to sit down with and during the trade show in Denver, CO. Jen and Anne are the owners of a not to be missed pizzeria called the in the mountain bike mecca town of Fruita, Colorado. They are also the subjects of a recent film by and called the , which does a beautiful job of telling Jen and Anne’s story of being business owners, bad ass mountain bikers, and an openly gay couple in a small and rural conservative community. This conversation has it all for me. Food, love, adversity, acceptance, laughs, being outside - all that with even some super solid business and life advice sprinkled on top. And don’t forget friends, the best business out there don’t just serve up hot slices of dough and cheese, they foster community and literally make the world a better place. One quick tip before you listen in. Go type ‘Life of Pie Patagonia’ into your closest google machine and before the conversation. It’s only 12 minutes, and trust me well worth your time. You’ll laugh and get a good case of the feels all at once. Plus, it’s going to make the podcast experience way cooler and it will be like your own little Q&A after the movie. Special thanks to and for helping make this episode possible. And last but not least, if you like what you’re hearing here, please help me spread the word about the show. The power of word of mouth is legit and if you remember to tell your buddies about what you heard here over a few adult libations, well… I’d be down right smitten. If you can also rate the show on or and share the love on Instagram or Facebook, that would be swell as well. You can find everything you need at or at or by searching ‘adventurepreneur’ on the old inter webs. Cool that’s it thanks a ton guys. Stay tuned next time for a conversation with and without further ado, here’s my chat with Jen Zeuner and Anne Keller. Enjoy! Show Resources: Produced by A few show themes: How much time do you spend on your business, in your business, and for yourself? The best businesses foster community Once an entrepreneur, never being able to go back to working for someone else Relationships are more important than business The inflection point - Reaching the point where you are on the edge of giving up, and sticking it out just a little longer turns into a success Building an inclusive and diverse work culture Developing empathy for the ‘other’ Creating a community resources open to everyone, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation etc. /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/10760567

Steven Kotler on Flow, Human Potential, Empathy, and Saving the Planet 07/16/2019

Steven Kotler on Flow, Human Potential, Empathy, and Saving the Planet Alright, I have to say I am so amped for today’s episode. If you have listened to this show for even a nano second, you know I’m enthralled with the topic of flow and peak human performance. Well today, we are taking a deep dive my friends. My guest is literally one of the world’s most prominent thought leaders in the world of flow and decoding the science of optimal performance, he’s a tour de force in this space and I’m thrilled and honored to share my conversation with him. is a 4x New York Times bestselling author and journalist, whose books and speaking explore the intersection between radical innovation, peak performance, and disruptive technology. His 2nd latest book, (which I highly recommend), was co-authored with and was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. He is also is the Executive Director of the , whose mission to understand the science behind ultimate human performance and use it to level up individuals, organizations, and society at large. My conversation with Steven is jam packed, and we start off talking about his very latest book, , which explores topics like cutting edge technology, neuroscience, psychology and psychopharmacology, and empathy which emerges as one of the big themes of the book and what Steven deems as the answer to our environmental crisis. That’s just the beginning. If you hang in there, we hear about the details behind Steven’s classic book , where he dissects how household name action sports athletes like Shane McConkey, Dean Potter, Laird Hamilton, and Travis Rice have all risen to the peak of human potential. Let’s put it this way, if you don’t learn something new and fascinating in this conversation, a) you either don’t have a pulse or b) I’ll give you a full refund 😜🧠 Really quick, if you like what you’re hearing please let me know. Seriously, it really does make a difference, not only for my morale to know people give a shit, but also it helps turn other people get a sense if they should listen or not. So please, leave a written review if you’re in iTunes or take a screen shot while you’re listening and share it in an instagram or facebook story telling the world that it’s pretty much the best thing ever or whatever. Seriously it would mean a lot, and helps me not work in such a silo. Thanks in advance guys! Alright amigos, hang on tight and enjoy the ride! Here’s my conversation with Steven Kotler. Show resources: (Stanford) Show topics/themes: Fiction as the only way to write about the future “I read non-fiction for facts, and fiction for perspective” The process of writing and how it induces flow and keeps us sane (make sense of the world) “The internet is a shared consensual hallucination" ***“Empathy is our secret weapon” for the environmental crisis Empathy as a super power Ecopsychology "We are unable to perceive the very thing we are trying to save” Figure out you can learn from someone (which requires empathy) "Live the questions is just the best advice ever” - our goals are fuzzy, but our curiosities are a lot clearer Emerging technologies and how they shape our lives Umwelt - when technology changes our perception, our world changes Pychopharmacology An empathy experiment: think about trees, animals, etc as your absolute equal, as your brother, as family and do that for a few weeks and see how your perception changes and your empathy expands. The evolution of action and adventure sports and the role of flow in all that progress - redefining the limits of our species on a regular basis. “Anytime you see the impossible being possible, you’re seeing the state of consciousness known as flow" Flow mountain biking - trails designed to alter consciousness /episode/index/show/adventurepreneurplaybookpodcast/id/10548749

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