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Episodes
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
We talk to freelance journalist Paul Gains about his career and passion photographing and writing about wildlife. Leaving a lucrative career in sports marketing 26 years ago, Paul became a freelancer journalist following his passion for the outdoors and wildlife. From covering sports in numerous Olympics to hunting for jaguar photos in the jungle of Brazil, Paul has let his interests guide the work he does. Give a listen to entertaining stories and moments of unforgettable humanity he experienced along the way.
- Check Paul out at https://paulgainsphoto.com/
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
We can complain about how things aren't like they used to be or we can adapt to the challenge and find new things to do. This episode we talk about how to make this winter a fun adventure even though it will mean that many of us have to do things differently.
We talk about embracing outdoor winter sports as they are fun and inherently socially distant. From snowshoeing and cross country skiing to ice climbing and winter camping, don't let Covid keep you from having a great season. We also hit upon some tips to help with the
winter blues and keep on top of your mental health.
While it means having to wear long pants, we've learned to love the challenges that winter brings. Give a listen and find a new winter passion of your own.
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Show Notes:
As referenced in this episode:
- Ep. 42: Outdoors for Newbies https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/4282ec1e/ep-42-outdoors-for-newbies
- Ep. 26: Winter Camping https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/3d8e0c32/ep-26-winter-camping-revisited
- Ep. 3: Winter Backpacking https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/628ebb3a/ep-3-winter-backpacking
- Ep. 30: ADK Ranger - Scott Van Laer https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/496f3541/ep-30-adk-ranger-scott-van-laer
- Ep. 32: Quarantine Fitness https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/3e4b0235/ep-32-quarantine-fitness
- Ep. 35: Coping with COVID https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/36cd8ef0/ep-35-coping-with-covid
- Ep. 27 The Faces of Mental Health https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/3a0eb47b/ep-27-the-faces-of-mental-health
Check out our Adventure Blog Library for more resources https://www.livewildradio.com/adventure-library
Monday Nov 09, 2020
Monday Nov 09, 2020
We talk to climbing guide and professional rigger, Frederick Schuett, about turning his passion into his career. His expertise evolved to working in the tv and entertainment business rigging stunts. Frederick has taken his talents with ropes and expanded to helping daredevils set world records exploring the Pit of Fire in Turkmenistan and erupting volcanoes all over the world. We have a great time talking about what motivates him and his upcoming adventures around the world.
If you want to learn to rock, ice, mountain climb, do a volcano expedition or make your super hero dreams come true. Contact One AXE Extreme https://oneaxeextreme.com/ or One AXE Pursuits https://www.oneaxepursuits.com/ for their complete COVID friendly programs
Show Notes:
- One AXE Extreme on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/one_axe_extreme/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ONE-AXE-Extreme-183804972573530/
- ONE AXE Pursuits on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/oneaxepursuits/?hl=en and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ONE-AXE-Pursuits-106518626061956/
- Rigged George Kourounis’ descent into the Darvaza (Gateway to Hell) in Turkmenistan that appeared on National Geo’s tv show Die Trying and highlighted in the Guinness Book of World Records https://www.nationalgeographic.org/article/entering-door-hell/
- Rigged world’s first traverse over an active volcano, Erta Ale in Ethiopia with Brazilian celebrity Karina Oliani http://karinaoliani.com.br/
- Watch for upcoming longest tightrope walk in the world over an active volcanoes by Bello Nock daredevil https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bello_Nock.Bello is the Guinness World Record holder for the longest time (~8 hours) on a tight rope. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/live-daredevil-seires-volcano-high-wire-special-coming-a-e-1220184
- Bear Grylls https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bear_Grylls
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
COVID-19 has had a lot of downsides but there have been some silver
linings. We reconnect with our pals Alyssa and Eric about how they
have coped with the changes to the world. From starting a business
with the Win Journal to working from home, they have taken lemons and
made lemonade.
The freedom of remote working has allowed them to move out west and
climb in the Rockies in their free time. And their business of the Win
Journal has flourished even though the rest of the world has ground to
halt for a period.
We also delve into one of our favorite topics on fear and anxiety. What
it does and how it can forge us into better people. Alyssa gives a few
tips to help people to deal with anxiety and the pressures we are all faced with. Download from iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.
Show Notes:
- www.thewinjournal.com (20% off for the rest of 2020 using promo code LIVEWILD20)
- The Win Journal’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewinjournal/
- The Win Journal Free App: https://thewinjournal.com/pages/the-win-journal-app-free
- Eric and Alyssa's Vanlife Journey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/stealthcampervans/
- Check out our past two podcasts with Eric and Alyssa
- Ep. 24 - Eric and Alyssa on Engineering Your Best Life: #VanLife, Climbing Adventures and Mental Health https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/422ac56b/ep-22-eric-and-alyssa-on-engineering-your-best-life-vanlife-climbing-adventures-and-mental-health
- Ep. 27 - Faces of Mental Health https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/3a0eb47b/ep-27-the-faces-of-mental-health
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Follow Ron, The Great White Knight on Instagram to see his latest exploits and get some great tips.
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Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
A side effect of Covid has been a dramatic increase in new outdoors people. When you aren't allowed to travel and do your usual summer activities it is natural that people will head outside where it is easy to social distance. With this influx of new outdoor users come a number of new challenges. In this episode we aim to help educate people on principles of Leave No Trace, animal issues and how to poop in the woods. No one is born knowing how to behave in the outdoors so give a listen and learn how to be a good steward of our wild places.
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Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Not all adventures are in the forest. In this episode we talk to Matt Code who built his very own earth ship in Collingwood, Ontario. After an afternoon of mountain biking we sat down in his dining room to talk about what an earth ship is and what it is like to have a low impact sustainable home. From reusing rainwater and storing the heat of the sun in the walls to generating electrical power with solar panels, his home is home is as close to being off the grid as it can while still being located in town. Interested in passing on the skills and knowledge he has gained, Matt has built a community both online and in real life of people interested in learning how to build their own sustainable homes and grow their own food.
Give a listen to learn how our homes can change our environmental impact.
To learn more about the earth ship movement visit Matt's website
See a virtual tour of his home.
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Show Notes:
• Collingwood Earthship Video Tour
• Collingwood Earthship Workshops
• Earthship Ontario Facebook Group
• Matt's Community Garden - Free Spirit Gardens
• Mike Reynolds (Earthship Pioneer)
• Earthship Biotecture School by Michael Reynolds
• Intro on What is an Earthship by Michael Reynolds:
o Garbage Warrior
o New Solutions
Follow Collingwood Earthship on Facebook and YouTube
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Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
A suburban kid growing up in Etobicoke, Reg Smart was sort of a lost boy muddling through school and getting in fights but then found rock climbing. He got into climbing not with the intention of leaving his mark but because he loved it. Along the way he became one of the most influential climbers on the scene. Strong and bold is how he climbs and how he lives his life.
More than 40 years later, he's still climbing. He's taken that passion and used it to fuel all of his pursuits from climbing and Olympic weight lifting to making beer and growing his own vegetables. We sit down at Reg's dining room table to talk about his start in climbing and how passion still drives his pursuits.
**GIVEAWAY Winner of Ontario Climbing's Niagara Escarpment Guide Books announced at the end of this episode. Enjoy!
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Show Notes:
- A Youth Wasted Climbing by David Chaundry-Smart https://www.amazon.ca/Youth-Wasted-Climbing-David-Chaundy-Smart-ebook/dp/B00S5I4I1G Written by Reg's brother recounting their climbing youth together. A GREAT Read!
- A great backgrounder about how Ontario routes got put up and the climbing culture back when Reg started - Ep. 24: History and Politics of Ontario Climbing with Gus Alexandropoulos https://www.livewildradio.com/podcast-1/episode/945a47e5/ep-24-gus-alexandropoulos-ontario-climbing-the-history-and-politics-of-rock-climbing-in-ontario
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Monday Aug 03, 2020
Ever wonder how the climbing routes you enjoy got put up? If so, join us as we talk to Gus Alexandropoulos of Ontario Climbing about the game of rock climbing. We recorded in his home climbing gym which was fun as we got to climb after recording. Aside from being a lifelong climber, Gus is a route developer, guide book author and journalist. His passion for climbing has led to it being both his business and lifestyle. Having developed a number of crags and putting up 200+ routes, he has a unique perspective. Learn about the history and politics of rock climbing in Ontario.
GIVEAWAY ALERT!! Listen to this episode to learn how to enter for a chance to win a set of signed Niagara Escarpment climbing guidebooks! The winner will be announced mid-August in Ep. 40 featuring Reg Smart.
Show Notes:
Ontario Climbing Guidebooks:
- The Southern Escarpment - Volume 1
- The Northern Escarpment- Volume 2
- Rattlesnake Point Sport Climbing Volume 1.4
Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
Wednesday Jul 15, 2020
Sara is our first three time guest. She has been trekking all over the world for the last number of years but since she was back in town due to the lock down it was a perfect time to catch up on her adventures. We talk about about everything from her adventures on the El Camino, getting accosted in Spain and the Spanish justice system sending her perpetrator to jail, to Patagonia, Antarctica and heck... even catching COVID-19. If you want to live vicariously through someone who approaches life fearlessly then give a listen.
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Show Notes:
- Follow Sara on her adventures on YouTube and Instagram
- Support Sara on Patreon
- Check out past podcast episodes with Sara:
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