Darcy Gaechter, the first woman to kayak the Amazon, embarked on her historic journey after selling her kayaking business in Ecuador. Alongside her companions Don and Midge, they faced several challenges, including navigating through dam construction sites with dynamite, spending nearly a month in a notorious "Red Zone", and managing ongoing tensions within the expedition team. And many of us think of the Amazon River as the slow, peacefully meandering river through the jungle - which it is at some point. But the first stretch is some of the worlds hardest Class V whitewater Kayaking one can f ..read more

James Raffan, a Canadian explorer, ventured into the Arctic almost 50 years ago, a time before modern technology like radio, GPS, or carbon fiber. Most dangerous moment: Being stranded when a pilot forgot to pick him up, highlighting the risks of exploration without modern communication tools. Life of northern communities: Raffan's experiences shed light on the significant changes in Arctic communities over the past half-century, from traditional lifestyles to the impacts of globalization and climate change. Responsibilities of authors: Raffan emphasizes the importance of portraying indigenous ..read more

Brendon has achieved some remarkable feats, including breaking several world records. Most notably, he became the first person to circumnavigate Britain on a stand-up paddleboard, a journey that lasted almost six months. Once a dedicated teacher and lifeguard, after a tragic incident when he tried to save people drowning, he redirected his life towards mission-driven adventures. Motivated by the event, he embarked on challenging expeditions, advocating for water safety around the world. We are discussing: How he managed to SUP around Britain all by himself What it's like to paddle alone at n ..read more

Nikki Love, a remarkable long-distance runner who is defying age and breaking records in her mid-50s. She set the Fastest Known Time for a woman to run across Australia. Despite not starting serious long-distance running until her 40s, Nikki's determination and passion have led her to cross countries and inspire others with her journey. As a fitness coach, she was accustomed to pushing others but discovered the power of pushing herself later in life. Perhaps the most incredible aspect of Nikki's story is her decision to enroll in university in her mid-50s, showcasing that age is not a barrier ..read more

Paula Reid has significantly impacted, if not pioneered the field of adventure psychology - and a lot of it started starting with her ski expedition to the South Pole. Her experiences in Antarctica led to the recognition of the importance of psychology in extreme environments, culminating in the establishment of a new discipline. What We Talked About: Paula Reid's expedition to the South Pole. Realization of psychology's role in extreme environments. Establishment of adventure psychology as a formal discipline. Insights into human behavior under duress, exploration, and risk. Why we all coul ..read more

Casper Steinfath, a Danish Red Bull SUP athlete and multiple World Championship Winner, made history as the first person to cross the treacherous Skagerrak strait between Denmark and Norway on a SUP. Despite his huge professional success, his journey is also marked by his fear and respect of water, which paradoxically fuels his determination to conquer it. But the first attempt failed just 12km off the finish line. And a year later he came back, with a full-blown film crew and the pressure was on! Exploring the misconceptions surrounding fear and how it can be harnessed as a powerful motivat ..read more

Meet Steve Hill, MBE, a teacher from Oldham in the UK, turned adventurer and ultra runner. From scaling mountains to running through the Arctic, desert, and Amazon jungle, Steve's journey is fueled by a unique partnership with his children who help plan his adventures, eagerly awaiting his return to hear his tales. Inspired by his students' constant inquiry, "What's next, sir?" Steve penned a book titled "What's Next, Sir?" chronicling his adventures and the lessons learned along the way. In this episode, we talk about: The inspiring impact of adventure on children Accountability in training ..read more

Ray Zahab, an exceptional ultrarunner, has tackled some of the planet's most challenging terrains, including the Arctic and Sahara Desert - which has been turned into a documentary narrated by Matt Damon. His incredible journey began with a significant choice to quit smoking and embrace an better lifestyle. Despite and while battling cancer, Ray has shown remarkable resilience, maintaining a positive outlook amidst adversity. His story underscores the importance of perseverance and finding hope in difficult circumstances. In this episode, we talk about: Finding something positive in everythi ..read more

In this Special Edition Episode, we dive deep into one of the most difficult elements of Expeditions that Many of you asked about Having money to even get to the start line! Expeditions and Adventures can cost 10s if not 100s of thousands of Dollars! And unless you are a millionaire, you will need support - and sponsors! Our main topics: how to get attention when being the underdog ⁠ how to deal with and learn from rejection⁠ how to build credibility ⁠ how to get big sponsors ⁠ why having a true purpose matters the most and how it opens doors We curated a truly special episode with 5 acco ..read more

Tinuke Oyediran is an adventurer wearing many hats; she not only holds World Records in roller skating and participated in the extremely successful show BBC's "Survivor", but making her pursuit as an advocate for inclusive adventures and making them accessible to everyone. After the loss of close ones and the most inspiring person - her mother - Tinuke found solace in adventure and nature. In this episode, we delve into: The underrepresentation of people of color in outdoor activities and WHY they are left out Exploring how nature can be a source of healing for traumas Uncovering the best sh ..read more