What is it that allows some people to push themselves beyond their limitations? Why can some people survive situations others do not? On this podcast we try to find out the answers. Stephan Kesting, is a lifelong martial artist, BJJ black belt, career firefighter, and outdoorsman. Join us as he talks to fighters, adventurers, competitors, coaches, firefighters, trainers and other people living the strenuous life. Stephan also runs Grapplearts.com, where he has published many hundreds of mart ...
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Every week we will chat with a different martial artist and hear their story.
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A weekly (hopefully) conversations about bikepacking, training, nutrition and mental health. Subscribe and share to be inspired by conversations with weekend warriors and elite athletes alike.
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Listen to in-depth interviews twice a week from adventure sports enthusiasts from around the globe. You'll hear from athletes, adventurers, explorers, guides, authors, business owners and many more who live their lives pursuing fulfillment through adventure and the outdoors.
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Your number one podcast resource for all things related to wilderness bushcraft, survival skills and outdoor life. Interviews, discussions, reviews, advice, tips and tricks.
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The Drunken Taoist is a bi-monthly podcast by writer/martial artist/college professor/whatever-label-you-feel-like-adding Daniele Bolelli. One of the monthly episodes features discussions and interviews with one or more guests. The other includes the infamous Bolelli rants and verbal Tai Chi with co-host Rich Evirs. Topics covered by the show include the common thread is whatever makes life intense, passionate and worth living. Anything that meets this requirement is fair game-regardless of ...
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An ongoing series of long-form conversations with individuals at the forefront of exploration and adventure in which filmmaker Matt Pycroft speaks to the most knowledgeable, accomplished and respected voices in the field. From mountaineers to wildlife cinematographers, environmental activists to polar photographers, The Adventure Podcast brings you up close and personal with those who live extraordinary lives. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-adventure-podcast. Hosted on Acas ...
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✈️ The Zero To Travel Podcast has been downloaded 12+ million times and named a "Best Travel Podcast" by The Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph, and Forbes. Packed with life-changing perspectives, inspiration, and practical advice for everyone from travel newbies to nomads, this podcast will give you everything you need to travel the world on your terms, regardless of your situation or experience. Welcome to our amazing global listening community! Since 2013, "Travel Ambassador ...
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Understanding what makes this podcast different is understanding what makes Chris different. For those who are unfamiliar, Chris’ story has all the makings of a Hollywood movie: a chaotic and abusive childhood in the murderous mountains of the Pacific Northwest, graduating college while working full-time to secure custody of his siblings, achieving feats of strength no other human has ever accomplished before. Chris’ “secret formula” to overcoming those challenges? To find unstoppable streng ...
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What’s Up Martial Artists! Welcome to The Black Belt Podcast a Martial Arts Lifestyle Show hosted by highly acclaimed multi style martial artist Sifu Harinder Singh in partnership with Black Belt Magazine. “We are going to bridge the gap between sport, tradition, and reality. Join me as I sit down with world class practitioners to discuss their lifestyles to teach you about their mindset, training, and fighting methods so that we can grow from their wisdom.” Season 1 guests include Michael J ...
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Martial arts are a powerful path to fitness of the mind, body, and spirit... yet most people won't even try a class! Join martial artist Ando Mierzwa as he shares ways to apply the wisdom of Karate, Kung Fu, and BJJ to everyday life. If you are pursuing success and happiness in health, relationships, or business, you will quickly discover how even a little martial arts makes life a whole lot better!
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Fight for a Happy Life with Sensei Ando: Martial Arts for Everyday Life
Ando Mierzwa: Martial Artist, Teacher
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Martial arts are a powerful path to fitness of the mind, body, and spirit… yet most people never even try a class! Join Ando Mierzwa as he shares ways to apply the wisdom of Karate, Kung Fu, BJJ and other martial arts to everyday life. If you are pursuing success in health, relationships, or business, you will quickly discover how even a little martial arts makes life a whole lot better!
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430 - Hybrid Training 2: The Science of Strength, Power and Endurance with Chris Duffin
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Record-setting powerlifter and freak athlete Chris Duffin discusses the intricacies of hybrid training, focusing on the balance between strength and endurance. He shares his unique qualifications, including his experience with elite athletes and his world record feats. Chris breaks down the relative importance of skill, and the mechanical, neurolog…
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Ep. 1102: Stephan Kesting - Paddling 1000 Miles in the Subarctic
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In this episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, host Curt speaks with Stephan Kesting about his remarkable canoeing adventure in the sub-Arctic, as detailed in his book 'Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic.' They discuss the nature of adventure, the joy of paddling, the challenges faced during the journey, and the ethics of taking risks,…
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Listen in as I speak with Stephan Kesting—martial artist, author, and serious outdoor adventurer. In this episode, we’re diving into highlights from his incredible solo 1,000-mile canoe journey from Missinipe, Saskatchewan to Arviat, Nunavut. He paddled and portaged through some of Canada’s most remote wilderness, following the Churchill, Reindeer,…
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Ep. 1106: Karlos Bernart - Bike Packing Revisited
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In this revisited episode Mason visits with Karlos Bernart about his passion for touring by bike and how that grew from the necessity to learn the skills needed to complete the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. Filled with the desire to create training routes in his local area of Florida, he discovered a talent for connecting green spaces and reviv…
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Disrupting Travel and Building Community with Beth Santos
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Do you ever feel limited by society’s expectations and stereotypes surrounding travel? When Beth Santos started a travel blog, her goal was to challenge norms by exploring the diverse and shared experiences of women traveling the world. It has since morphed into Wanderful, an international community and social network with over 40,000 active member…
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George Andersch is a lifelong martial artist and fitness enthusiast whose journey began as a teenager. Over the years, he has earned ranks in multiple disciplines, competing not only in traditional martial arts tournaments but also in kickboxing and western boxing matches. Like many, George was inspired by the very first UFC event in 1993, which le…
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Ep. 1105 Luke Zolnierowski - Texas Water Safari Canoe Race
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Curt speaks with Luke Zolnierowski, a champion of the Texas Water Safari, known as one of the world's most challenging canoe races. They discuss Luke's journey into canoeing, the unique challenges of training in a landlocked state like Colorado, and the camaraderie found within the canoe racing community. Luke shares insights into the race dynamics…
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The 5 Best Hacks of “All the Hacks”: Travel, Money & Life Optimization with Chris Hutchins
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What if the secret to unlocking a better life and travel experience lies not in more, but in smarter choices? Chris Hutchins is the host of the “All the Hacks” podcast, where he distills practical strategies across life, money, and travel. An optimizer by nature, Chris has saved millions by breaking down every aspect of life to maximize happiness a…
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Ep. 1104: Dr Kevin Stone - Play Forever: How to Recover from Injury and Thrive
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In this episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, Dr. Kevin Stone, an orthopedic surgeon, discusses the importance of injury prevention and recovery in adventure sports. He emphasizes the role of mental focus, nutrition, and daily exercise in maintaining an active lifestyle. Dr. Stone shares insights on common injuries, advancements in orthopedic tr…
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Ep. 1103: Frazer Buntin - Epic Yearly Adventures with Your Friends Revisited
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In today's revisited episode, Mason visits with Frazer Buntin who gives us an inside look at the winning formula that has allowed him and 12 buddies a trip-of-a-lifetime once a year, every year, for the last 15 years. The Big Trip! It’s a simple formula but following the steps rigorously is the only way Frazer and his friends are able to make it ha…
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Onassis Parungao, born in Rota, Spain, is of Spanish and Filipino heritage. His martial arts journey began at the age of eight, and since 1984 he has trained in Tung Kong Kalan, Judo, Wrestling, Yang Style Tai Chi, and Hung Gar. A seasoned competitor, Onassis has fought in three No Holds Barred matches, including UFC #7 and the Russian AFC. He’s al…
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Episode 208: Mark Agnew, There Will Be Headwinds
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Episode 208 of The Adventure Podcast features writer, adventurer and father, Mark Agnew. Mark is a self-confessed failed adventurer, at least he was, until he became one of the first people to kayak the entire Northwest Passage under human power. This is the second time Mark has been on the podcast. The first was not long after he’d come back from …
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7 Ways to Improve Your Next Road Trip (Lessons from our Norway Family Road Trip) with Anne Dorthe
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Could a loosely planned road trip actually turn out better than a perfectly mapped itinerary? Anne Dorthe is my wife and travel partner of over 11 years, and a Norwegian local with roots in Trøndelag. In this episode, Anne and I share the story of our recent open-ended family road trip through Norway. We talk about the lessons we learned along the …
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Ep. 1101: Kush Khandelwal - Ageless Athlete, Surfing and Climbing
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In this episode of the Adventure Sports Podcast, host Curt Linville speaks with Kush Khandelwal, the host of the Ageless Athlete Podcast. They discuss the challenges and joys of aging as an adventure athlete, focusing on rock climbing and surfing. Kush shares his personal experiences with injuries, recovery, and the importance of maintaining a posi…
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Episode 276 - The Case Against Writing with AI
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Episode 276 - The Case Against Writing with AI
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CM#10: Beyond Peptides: Chris Duffin’s Four Keys to Recovery and Superhuman Healing
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In this episode, host Chris Duffin sits down with guest Anthony Castor for a deep dive into the world of recovery, healing, and performance optimization—specifically through the lens of peptides and beyond. Building on their recent conversation, Chris reveals his unique framework for developing cutting-edge recovery protocols, which combines four e…
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Ep. 1100: Ben Grannis - Biking ~6,000 Miles Around the US Revisited
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Ben Grannis is a 26-year-old cyclist from Ridgefield, Connecticut, who embarked on a significant bike ride across America to raise awareness about distracted driving. A 2017 graduate of Kenyon College, Grannis was inspired by his father’s 1977 cross-country bike trip and his own experiences working as a trip leader for Overland Summers, an organiza…
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Top 6 Hidden Gems in Riga, Latvia (From Ancient Saunas to Secret Markets) with Lelde Benke-Lungevica
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What are the best hidden gems in Riga, Latvia, and how can you experience this Baltic city like a local? Lelde Benke-Lungevica is a Latvian writer and cultural storyteller who was born in Australia and moved back to Riga in her teens. Since 2013, she’s run the blog Life in Riga, offering a personal and authentic look at life in Latvia’s capital thr…
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Reggie Darden – My Empty Hands – Ep231
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Reggie Darden began his martial arts journey in the 1990s and has since explored a wide range of disciplines, including Chinese Kenpo, American Kenpo, Capoeira, Boxing, Hapkido, Tae Kwon Do, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A proud U.S. Army veteran, Reggie originally hails from San Diego but now calls the Dallas–Fort Worth area home. When he’s …
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Ep. 1099: Alex Harz - The Culture of Everest
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Join in as filmmaker Alex Harz shares his journey of creating a documentary about Mount Everest, focusing not just on the climb but on the cultural and spiritual significance of the mountain and the Sherpa people. He discusses his personal motivations, the challenges of climbing, and the profound experiences he had in Nepal. The conversation delves…
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CM#9: Peptides Part 1 - Beyond More is Better: Precision Approaches to Peptides and Cellular Health
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Chris Duffin is joined by Anthony Castor for an in-depth exploration of peptides and their role in optimizing health, training, and recovery. Together, they break down the complexities of building peptide protocols—discussing how to identify bottlenecks in your own training or wellness, the art and science of combining interventions effectively (wi…
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How to Plan a Hike on the Inca Trail, Winning $500,000 on a Game Show, Learning from the Past with Philip Gibbons
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What’s it like to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, especially if you're doing it later in life? Philip Gibbons is a 68-year-old traveler, podcaster, and former Who Wants To Be A Millionaire winner who just got back from hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu at the time of this recording. In this episode, Philip walks us through the whole experi…
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429 - Hybrid Training 1: Peaking for Power, Endurance, and Mental Strength with Mike McCastle
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Mike McCastle smashed David Goggins' pullup record by doing 5,804 pull-ups in 24 hours while wearing a 30-pound backpack... and pulled an F-150 pickup truck 22 miles through Death Valley... and flipped a 250 lb tire for 13 miles... and climbed a rope for the equivalent distance of Mount Everest... and has trained MMA fighters, alpinists, and extrem…
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Ep. 1098 Isaac Kenyon - Adventure and Mental Health
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Today, Curt speaks with Isaac Kenyon, an eco-adventurer and mental health advocate. They discuss the profound impact of adventure on mental wellbeing, the importance of taking risks, and the motivation behind Kenyon's various expeditions. Kenyon shares his experiences of swimming across the English Channel, rowing across the Atlantic, and cycling o…
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Ep. 1097: Jesse McNeal - Riding a Horse Across America Revisited
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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jesse McNeil, adventurer and author of On the Hoof, to dive into his incredible 3,800-mile journey across the United States on horseback. Jesse shares the highs and lows of traveling with his horse, Pepper, and the life-changing lessons he learned along the way. From rugged trails to heartwarming encounte…
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Visiting Every National Park in One Year with Conor Knighton
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What changes when you give your travels a singular mission? Conor Knighton is an Emmy Award-winning correspondent for CBS Sunday Morning and the bestselling author of Leave Only Footprints. After a personal breakup and some professional uncertainty, Conor pitched an idea that turned into a once-in-a-lifetime journey to all 59 national parks - a mis…
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