Ep. 1023: Playing Soccer on Kilimanjaro - Revisited - Laura Youngson

Ep. 1023: Playing Soccer on Kilimanjaro - Revisited - Laura Youngson

Back in 2017 while sitting on the couch and watching sports news coverage, Laura noticed the dismal amount of time dedicated to women’s sports. What struck her the most was “the fact that there are more stories about horses than women in the sports pages”. Being a proficient soccer player herself and experiencing the frustrations of minimal coverage and a general lack of opportunities, she decided to do something about it.

A quick Google Maps search and a few emails later, Laura devised a plan to elevate women’s sports higher than it has ever gone, literally. The idea was to gather a group of women to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro and play an official game of soccer near the summit.

The journey became a gathering of 60 women from around the world with referees, goals, etc. all climbing above 18,000 ft. to play a soccer game. Their efforts stand as a Guinness World Record, a testament to their dedication to raising the coverage and opportunity for women in sports, and was the genesis of Equal Playing Field, a non-profit Laura co-founded.

After the success of climbing Kilimanjaro, Laura continued to chase Guinness World Record soccer matches to raise awareness for women in sports and show the world women can do anything. The lowest elevation soccer game was played at the Dead Sea in 2018, and two world records were achieved in France thereafter for the most nationalities represented in a soccer game.

The long-term action Laura has taken is through her startup, Ida Sports, which is aiming to create a soccer boot specific to women, something that has never been done successfully, but something needed due to fundamental differences in men's and women’s feet.

If you learn anything from Laura, it’s that you shouldn’t be afraid of going down a path no one has ever gone before, especially if a better world is on the other side.

To learn more about Laura and her work:

Idasports.co @idasports

Equalplayingfield.com @equalplayingfieldinitiative



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Avsnitt(1162)

Ep. 356: Backcountry Skiing and the State of the Ski Industry - Mike Waesche

Ep. 356: Backcountry Skiing and the State of the Ski Industry - Mike Waesche

Mike Waesche from @RMUSkis joins Curt on today's episode to talk backcountry skiing and what the current state of the recreational ski industry looks like. Whether you're a lifetime skiier or thinking about making it your newest adventure sport, you'll be interested in tuning into today's episode.   https://rmuoutdoors.com https://www.facebook.com/rmuskis https://www.instagram.com/rocky_mtn_underground CAIC Colorado Avalanche Information Center http://avalanche.state.co.us   Ever lost your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12 Mars 20181h 2min

ASP Stories Ep. 017:  Distant Suns - Chapter 12 - Sam Manicom

ASP Stories Ep. 017: Distant Suns - Chapter 12 - Sam Manicom

Welcome to another ASP Stories bonus episode. We will be having authors read from their books featuring each chapter as a new episode. Think of these bonus episodes as an ongoing audiobook for free. So sit back, relax and enjoy a chapter from one of Sam Manicom's world travel by motorcycle books; "Into Africa", "Under Asian Skies", "Distant Suns" and "Tortillas to Totems". Sam has been traveling all around the world and documenting it as he goes. Find out more about Sam at his website below and hear his ASP interview on episode 149.   www.sam-manicom.com Into Africa Under Asian Skies Distant Suns Tortillas to Totems www.thebookdepository.com Ever lose track of your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Mars 201859min

Ep. 355: Ski Mountaineering Mera Peak in Nepal - Jim Lamancusa

Ep. 355: Ski Mountaineering Mera Peak in Nepal - Jim Lamancusa

Jim Lamancusa is back on today to talk about Ski Mountaineering on Nepal's Mera Peak. This one should make you want to get out and explore the mountains by ski! www.CusaTea.com Facebook@CusaTeaTime Instagram: Cusa_Tea Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

8 Mars 201856min

Ep. 354: Overcoming a Fear of the Ocean to Become an Open Water Swimmer - Alexandra Heminsley

Ep. 354: Overcoming a Fear of the Ocean to Become an Open Water Swimmer - Alexandra Heminsley

On today's episode, we talk with Alexandra Heminsley, author of "Running Like a Girl" and "Leap In". Alex overcame a deep fear of water to eventually become an open ocean swimmer. Both of Alex's books are written to provide the inspiration to get off the couch or out of the bar and do something beyond your comfort zone.   Books:  "Running Like a Girl" "Leap In" Twitter: @hemmo Instagram: @hemmograms facebook.com/AlexandraHeminsley   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   Ever lost your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

5 Mars 20181h 2min

ASP Stories Ep. 016:  Under Asian Skies - Chapter 9 - Sam Manicom

ASP Stories Ep. 016: Under Asian Skies - Chapter 9 - Sam Manicom

Welcome to another ASP Stories bonus episode. We will be having authors read from their books featuring each chapter as a new episode. Think of these bonus episodes as an ongoing audiobook for free. So sit back, relax and enjoy a chapter from one of Sam Manicom's world travel by motorcycle books; "Into Africa", "Under Asian Skies", "Distant Suns" and "Tortillas to Totems". Sam has been traveling all around the world and documenting it as he goes. Find out more about Sam at his website below and hear his ASP interview on episode 149.   www.sam-manicom.com Into Africa Under Asian Skies Distant Suns Tortillas to Totems www.thebookdepository.com   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   Ever lose track of your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

3 Mars 201848min

Ep. 353: Overcoming Obesity to Become a Triathlete - Melissa Kahn

Ep. 353: Overcoming Obesity to Become a Triathlete - Melissa Kahn

After living 40 years dealing with morbid obesity, Melissa Kahn stopped giving herself excuses, downloaded the Couch to 5K app and figured out how to turn it all around. Now she is preparing to compete in the Himalayan Rush Triathlon in Nepal. Melissa is one of Aftershokz's ShokzStars. Aftershokz are bone conducting headphones that don't fit inside your ears allowing you to hear your surroundings. www.twitter.com/melissakahn7 #iKahn www.instagram.com/runheiferrun www.runheiferrun.com www.facebook.com/groups/1258761827491617 www.himalayanrush.com www.aftershokz.com www.aftershokz.com/blogs/news/shokzstar-takeover-interview-with-melissa-kahn www.twitter.com/aftershokz www.facebook.com/AfterShokz www.youtube.com/channel/UCyNdHJA6ZlAtDNQJUoqJKdA www.instagram.com/aftershokz   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 Mars 20181h 4min

Ep. 352: Snowboarding and Ski Bumming - Daniel LeRoy

Ep. 352: Snowboarding and Ski Bumming - Daniel LeRoy

Dan LeRoy is the lead engineer at Winterstick snowboards. He is on the show today talking all things snowboarding and ski bumming. Ever thought you'd like to take some time for yourself, grab a job at a ski resort and snag a free lift pass? How about sleeping in your car in the resort parking lot between working and snowboarding? It's not for everyone, but Dan gives us a little taste of the bum life he lead for al little while.   www.winterstick.com www.westmtnskis.com www.facebook.com/Winterstick.Snowboards www.instagram.com/wintersticksnowboards   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only. Ever lost your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

26 Feb 20181h 9min

ASP Stories Ep. 015:  Into Africa - Chapter 3 - Sam Manicom

ASP Stories Ep. 015: Into Africa - Chapter 3 - Sam Manicom

Welcome to another ASP Stories bonus episode. We will be having authors read from their books featuring each chapter as a new episode. Think of these bonus episodes as an ongoing audiobook for free. So sit back, relax and enjoy a chapter from one of Sam Manicom's world travel by motorcycle books; "Into Africa", "Under Asian Skies", "Distant Suns" and "Tortillas to Totems". Sam has been traveling all around the world and documenting it as he goes. Find out more about Sam at his website below and hear his ASP interview on episode 149.   www.sam-manicom.com Into Africa Under Asian Skies Distant Suns Tortillas to Totems www.thebookdepository.com   Visit bissell.com/adventuresports to learn more and buy your very own BARKBATH! And when you use the coupon code ADVENTURESPORTS you’ll receive two bottles of free no rinse shampoo with your order. This coupon code is good for a limited time only.   Ever lose track of your friends or family while out on an adventure with no cell coverage to call them? goTenna has your solution. Check out www.gotenna.com for more and save $35 by using our promo code: ADVENTURE35     Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

24 Feb 201841min

Populärt inom Vetenskap

svd-nyhetsartiklar
p3-dystopia
dumma-manniskor
allt-du-velat-veta
doden-hjarnan-kemisten
kapitalet-en-podd-om-ekonomi
rss-ufo-bortom-rimligt-tvivel--2
det-morka-psyket
rss-vetenskapsradion
rss-i-hjarnan-pa-louise-epstein
hacka-livet
rss-vetenskapsradion-2
bildningspodden
rss-vetenskapspodden
vetenskapsradion
a-kursen
rss-broccolipodden-en-podcast-som-inte-handlar-om-broccoli
sexet
medicinvetarna
rss-spraket