Ep. 1084: Susan Norman - RISK: A Life Saved by the River

Originally aired on March 10, 2016As a young boy, Alex Staniforth dealt with epilepsy and has a stammer as a result of it. Like many kids, he was picked on and bullied in school severely damaging his self-confidence. Amazingly Alex managed to overcome his confidence issues when he discovered a new world of adventure and the feeling of accomplishment. At just 18 years old, he made his first attempt to summit Mt Everest. His story of being turned around by an avalanche in 2014 only to return in 2015 and be caught in the deadliest Everest avalanche on record is one of astonishment and caution. Listen in to this incredible account and pick up his new book "IceFall" to read the whole story for yourself. This is one you don't want to miss!Get the Book! Icefall: The True Story of a Teenager on a Mission to the Top of the Worldwww.alexstaniforth.com@Alex_StaniforthSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Maj 202247min

Danny is an anthropologist and adventurer who is building a reputation for setting ultra-endurance world records across a range of sports. After competing at a national level as a sprinter, footballer, canoeist, and rower at both high school and university, Danny discovered adventure when he attempted to row across the Atlantic Ocean as a 22-year-old. Since then, he celebrated the completion of his Ph.D. at Cambridge University by spending 6 months cycling from Mexico City (Mexico) to Ushuaia (Argentina), set 7 official Guinness World records for exploration when he rowed across the Arctic Ocean, and set 2 new ultra-endurance swimming records for swimming. Today, he’s talking about his latest swim, when he set a new FKT of 41 hrs 7 minutes for swimming the full length of all 13 publicly accessible lakes in the English Lake District.Instagram @TheWorldBeAPlaygroundBorn in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, Gnarly Nutrition is committed to educating and inspiring athletes at all levels. Gnarly provides honest, effective and great-tasting nutrition that is NSF Certified and NSF Certified for Sport. Gnarly’s full line features science-backed products free of hormones, GMOs, proprietary blends or anything artificial. Add Gnarly Nutrition to your training regime to ensure successful sends. Get 15% off your first order by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

17 Maj 20221h 6min

Origianlly aired March 18, 2019Adventure (ad·ven·ture): an unusual and exciting, typically hazardous, experience or activity.That basically sums up life itself. The most unexpected, seemingly unfair, and hazardous things happen to us at every turn. We want adventure, but don't always love when it shows up. A life-altering injury is, by the definition above, an adventure. Well, it's not always exciting, but you get the picture. To go from a collapsed spine at the age of 19 to being on a sponsored climbing expedition to the Ivory Coast is not an overnight journey, nor is it pleasant, but it is adventure. Astrid's story is one of hope, patience, and sheer grit to rise from what many would call a crippling situation (literally) to seeing the beauty in what happens to all of us at some point and accepting it as what life is all about. Adventure doesn't always lead us down a peaceful path but teaches us to find peace no matter what path we're on. Instagram: @astridsouthamProject Côte d'Ivoire https://www.projectci.co.uk/Instagram: @projectci_ukSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12 Maj 20221h 2min

Will is a veteran of Adventure Sports Podcast. He was with us back in 2017 to talk about his thru-paddle of the mighty Mississippi River. Today he’s taking us way out there with a 70-day paddle of the entire Yukon River through Canada and Alaska.Will is also the host of Buffalo Roamer, a podcast for those who seek adventure. You can follow will and his adventures on Instagram at @BuffaloRoamerSupport The Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

10 Maj 20221h 7min

Originally aired on January 29, 2018Whitewater kayaking instructor and guide Liam Kirkham talks about his solo kayaking trip on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon down during the winter. His 226-mile adventure took him 12 days to complete. Listen in as he and Curt discuss this fantastic journey as well as some fundamentals of kayaking as an adventure sport.Project 30: https://www.facebook.com/Project30-790836664291867Small World Adventures in Ecuador: http://www.smallworldadventures.comAthletic Brewing was able to partner with the amazing folks at WZRD Media to film Adventure Sports Podcast alumni, Jason Hardrath, on his adventure to 100 Fastest Known Times through the new documentary, Journey to 100. You find out more about the film, watch the trailer, and come see it on tour (Mason from Adventure Sports Podcast will be there!) at AthleticBrewing.com/Journeyto100.Seattle TicketsVirtual Screening TicketsCheck out the Bourbon Pursuit podcast anywhere you get podcasts. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

5 Maj 20221h 6min

Originally aired June 3, 2019When Jessica Mills, aka “Dixie”, quit her engineering job and began her first thru-hiking adventure on the Appalachian Trail, she never imagined her YouTube channel would grow into what it has become. Through her easy-going demeanor, matter-of-fact advice, and overall charming attitude, she has become one of the go-to sources of advice, inspiration,  and how-to channels to learn about all things backpacking. I hope you enjoy this look behind the scenes of the Homemade Wanderlust channel and the triple-crowner who hosts it.Be sure to check out Dixie’s weekly videos here, which include her most recent thru-hike, The Florida Trail: www.YouTube.com/c/homemadewanderlustFacebook: @HomemadeWanderlustInstagram: @HomemadeWanderlustWebsite/Blog: www.homemadewanderlust.comBIG NEWS IN THE SHOW NOTES! - Come see us in Portland, Oregon this Saturday!Athletic Brewing was able to partner with the amazing folks at WZRD Media to film Adventure Sports Podcast alumni, Jason Hardrath, on his adventure to 100 Fastest Known Times through the new documentary, Journey to 100. You find out more about the film, watch the trailer, and come see it on tour (Mason from Adventure Sports Podcast will be there!) at AthleticBrewing.com/Journeyto100.Portland TicketsSeattle TicketsVirtual Screening TicketsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

28 Apr 202252min

Chris’ feat of climbing 400k feet in a single month took place primarily on one 5-mile route in Utah.The life path that Chris has been on to get to this point of continuing to go for big and hard objectives is filled with darkness and many failures along the way. From losing friends to drugs, mental health, and quitting during Navy Seal training a few years ago.Pushing Chris’ limits both physical and mental is what he lives for and this is just the beginning of a long career of doing big things in the mountains.You can follow Chris as he is in the middle of skiing all of Colorado’s 14ers! Instagram: @ChrisJFishStrava: Christopher Fisher - Chrisfish25@yahoo.comhttps://www.trailrunnermag.com/people/how-chris-fisher-logged-400000-feet-of-vert-in-october BIG NEWS IN THE SHOW NOTES! - Come see us in Portland, Oregon this Saturday!Athletic Brewing was able to partner with the amazing folks at WZRD Media to film Adventure Sports Podcast alumni, Jason Hardrath, on his adventure to 100 Fastest Known Times through the new documentary, Journey to 100. You find out more about the film, watch the trailer, and come see it on tour (Mason from Adventure Sports Podcast will be there!) at AthleticBrewing.com/Journeyto100.Portland TicketsSeattle TicketsVirtual Screening TicketsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

26 Apr 202250min

Originally aired March 31, 2016Debbie Moderow moved to Alaska in pursuit of her mountain climbing passion. She would soon learn to love a newfound friend and a whole different adventure sport. At the age of 47, Debbie competed in her first Iditarod sled dog race and she's on the show to share her experiences with us.www.debbieclarkemoderow.comThe Book: Fast into the Night: A Woman, Her Dogs, and Their Journey North on the Iditarod TrailDo you want to take charge of your health and wellness and have better sleep, more energy, and a healthier immune system? InsideTracker can help you get there through their ultra-personalized performance system that analyzes data from your blood, DNA, and lifestyle. Get 25% off the entire InsideTracker store by going to InsideTracker.com/adventuresportsBIG NEWS IN THE SHOW NOTES! - Come see us in the Denver area this Saturday!Athletic Brewing was able to partner with the amazing folks at WZRD Media to film Adventure Sports Podcast alumni, Jason Hardrath, on his adventure to 100 Fastest Known Times through the new documentary, Journey to 100. You find out more about the film, watch the trailer, and come see it on tour (Mason from Adventure Sports Podcast will be there!) at AthleticBrewing.com/Journeyto100.Denver TicketsPortland TicketsSeattle TicketsVirtual Screening TicketsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

21 Apr 202249min