The Trail Less Traveled

The Hush of the Land: Smoke Elser shares some of this favorite stories from the Bob Marshall Wilderness

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Arnold “Smoke” Elser is a legendary wilderness outfitter, educator, and conservationist whose life’s work is deeply rooted in Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness. Since his first trip into the Bob in 1956, Elser has spent nearly seven decades guiding thousands of people—many of them first-time riders—through its rugged terrain, sharing not only the landscape but also his deep reverence for wild places.

After graduating from the University of Montana in 1968 with a degree in range management and secondary education, Elser and his wife Thelma founded Bob Marshall Wilderness Outfitters. They built their business on a philosophy of “interpreting the land,” helping guests connect with the wilderness through storytelling, horsemanship, and a commitment to conservation. Elser has led over 700 trips into the Bob Marshall Wilderness and has spent more than 8,030 nights under its stars.

Elser’s influence extends beyond guiding. He has taught horse and mule packing at the University of Montana since 1964, training over 30,000 students, including military personnel and federal land managers. He co-authored the textbook Packin’ In on Mules and Horses and is a certified “Master of No Trace” instructor with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS).

A passionate advocate for wilderness preservation, Elser played a key role in the creation of the Great Bear Wilderness in 1978 and testified in support of the 1964 Wilderness Act. His efforts have been recognized with numerous awards, including the University of Montana’s 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award and the Lifetime Conservation Achievement Award from The Conservation Roundtable.

Even in his 90s, Smoke Elser remains an active voice in wilderness education and conservation, embodying a lifetime dedicated to stewarding the Bob Marshall Wilderness.

Show notes:

00:03:59 - Teaching Guests to Listen to Wilderness

00:06:14 - Wilderness Education for Youth Away from Screens

00:07:48 - Bringing Youth Back to the Wilderness

00:10:02 - Starting Wilderness Camps for Kids

00:11:43 - Montana Elders Teaching Youth Wilderness Skills

00:13:08 - Teaching Wilderness Skills to Young Adults

00:15:08 - Touring the Historic Barn and Saddle Collection

00:16:53 - Historic Saddles and Branding Iron Collection

00:19:44 - Caring for Retired Horses and Mules

00:22:17 - Camping at the Airfield with Horses

00:24:23 - Sleeping with Grizzlies in the Wilderness

00:26:38 - Protecting the Wilderness Through Innovation

00:29:16 - Gore-Tex Innovation and Leave No Trace Camping

00:33:46 - Lightweight Camping and Leave No Trace Practices

00:36:05 - Making Fire Pans and Horse Shoeing Tips

00:37:35 - Biodiversity: Why Every Species Matters

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HIV and AIDS: Education, Treatment, and Stigma

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Virginia (Ginny) Bond is an educator and public health researcher based in Zambia whose work focuses on HIV, stigma reduction, and community health. Trained as a social anthropologist, she collaborates with health programs and research organizations to better understand the social and cultural factors shaping HIV prevention, treatment, and care. Her work emphasizes community engagement, education, and participatory research methods that strengthen public health responses and empower people living with HIV. Through teaching, mentoring, and field research, she contributes to training the next generation of global health practitioners while helping develop strategies that address stigma and improve access to care.

One scientific curiosity hides behind work like hers: viruses are biological, but epidemics are social phenomena. The virus spreads through bodies, yet stigma, poverty, gender inequality, and access to education often determine whether treatment actually reaches people. That is why community counselors and educators are as critical to the HIV response as laboratories and pharmaceuticals.

Show notes:

00:03:40 - Childhood Memories Across Africa

00:06:43 - From Minority Student to Anthropologist

00:09:34 - A Close Friendship Lost to AIDS

00:11:16 - HIV Origins and Early Community Counseling Work

00:14:38 - HIV Transmission Routes and Biological Factors

00:17:41 - HIV Immune System and Comorbidities in Africa

00:20:25 - Home-Based Care During the AIDS Crisis

00:23:43 - AIDS Stigma and Generational Trauma in Zambia

00:27:03 - HIV Stigma and the Power of Openness

00:30:34 - HIV Treatment Challenges and Social Stigma

00:32:28 - Tackling HIV Stigma in Health Facilities

00:37:41 - Northern Star Project: Global Stigma Reduction Initiative

00:40:37 - Modern HIV Treatment and Ending Stigma

00:42:40 - Protecting Backcountry Trails During Mud Season

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Stewardship and Phenology with Lisa Bickell

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:45:49 GMT

Lisa Bickell is an environmental educator and interpretive planner based in Missoula, Montana, and the current board chair of the Montana Natural History Center. She has been involved with the organization for more than 25 years and previously served as its Education Director, helping shape many of the programs that connect people of all ages to the natural world.

Lisa holds a degree in Wildlife Biology from the University of Montana and a Master of Education from Western Washington University. Her career has focused on environmental education, interpretive planning, and helping communities engage more deeply with the landscapes around them.

She is especially interested in Phenology, the study of seasonal changes in plants, animals, and ecosystems. Through field courses, community programs, and decades of observation, Lisa encourages people to slow down, pay attention, and notice how the rhythms of nature are shifting over time.

Show notes:

00:02:37 - Childhood Adventures in Florida Woods

00:04:46 - Childhood Nature Adventures Shape Career Path

00:08:35 - From Environmental Education to Youth Programs

00:10:32 - Visiting Naturalists School Year Program

00:12:27 - Connecting Children with Nature Through Education

00:15:33 - Montana Master Naturalist Program Overview

00:18:13 - Noticing Nature's Seasonal Changes

00:19:51 - Observing Fall Leaves Like a Naturalist

00:22:04 - Mouse Tunnels Under Melting Snow

00:24:03 - Montana's Mountain Valley at Sunset

00:26:21 - Exploring Nature Through Art and Classes

00:28:07 - Exploring Nature Through Art and Creativity

00:31:18 - Montana's Fossil History and Ecosystems

00:35:26 - Life Lessons: Leaving Well and Daily Walks

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Selway River Adventures with Doug Proctor

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Doug Proctor grew up just outside Cincinnati, Ohio, where his love for rivers was seeded early in life. As a boy he spent years canoeing with his family and through the Boy Scouts on class one rivers across southern Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. At the age of 12 he embarked on his first extended canoe trip—a two-week wilderness journey in Kentucky that helped shape his lifelong passion for river travel and backcountry adventure.

In 1977 Proctor began his professional guiding career, leading whitewater rafting trips commercially on the New Riverand the Gauley River, two of the eastern United States’ premier whitewater destinations. Over the next 35 years he built extensive experience as an outfitter in West Virginia, guiding trips through challenging Class III and Class IV waters and cultivating deep skills in river stewardship, guest experience, and wilderness logistics.

His love of rivers and adventure didn’t stop in Appalachia. His guiding has taken him to Grand Canyon, Alaska, Chile, Costa Rica, Idaho, and numerous rivers in both the eastern and western United States. These experiences helped refine his craft as a guide renowned for both technical competence and a commitment to sharing wild rivers with thoughtful guests.

Today Proctor is co-owner of Selway River Adventures, a wilderness rafting outfitter based in Stanley, Idaho. With his partners he operates under one of the extremely limited commercial permits on the Selway River, a nationally designated Wild and Scenic river flowing through the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Trips are typically five to six days long, weaving technical whitewater with solitude and natural beauty few river runners ever get to experience.

Proctor now lives in Stanley with his wife Cathy and their dogs, drawn to Idaho by the remarkable concentration of great rivers in the region. Guiding river trips for over 40 years, he views sharing his experience with guests and friends as not just a profession but a deep passion—one rooted in the rhythms of wild water and the stories those rivers tell.

Show notes:

00:03:51 - The Selway River: Permit System and Access

00:05:56 - From Boy Scouts to River Guide Entrepreneur

00:07:56 - Class 6 Rafting Company Origin Story

00:09:59 - Selway River: Protected Wilderness and Rafting History

00:12:24 - Early Spring Wildlife and River Adventure

00:15:41 - Protecting Rivers and Wilderness Areas

00:17:56 - Selway River Adventures Trip Overview

00:19:38 - First-Time River Trips Need Only Willingness

00:21:41 - Wildlife Abundance on the Selway River

00:24:23 - Salmon Extinction Crisis and Dam Removal Solutions

00:26:27 - Selway Lodge History and River Adventures

00:28:21 - Epic River Adventures in Alaska and Beyond

00:30:19 - Doug's Eighth Grade Singing Trauma

00:31:53 - Three Pieces of Life Advice and Conservation

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A Culinary Journey Across Continents: The Silk Road Catering & Spice

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Sam and Elise Risho are the culinary heart and soul behind The Silk Road Catering & Spice in Missoula, Montana. Their story is rooted in decades of family food tradition and a passion for global flavors. Sam grew up in a restaurant family, learning the love of food and hospitality from his father and brother through years of working in local eateries and mastering fine-dining service and kitchen craft. In 2009 Sam and his brother, along with Elise, opened The Silk Road Restaurant to bring a tapas-style global tasting experience to the community. The restaurant’s success eventually blossomed into a thriving catering business and an artisanal spice line inspired by world cuisines. Elise plays a central role in running the business and shaping its creative vision as co-owner alongside Sam. Today they focus on crafting memorable menus for weddings and special events and sharing unique spice blends that reflect their commitment to exceptional hospitality and globally inspired cuisine.

Show notes:

00:03:49 - From Sheltered to Adventure: Building Community

00:06:05 - Growing Up in a House of Hospitality

00:07:53 - Adventures Before Kids Around the World

00:10:03 - Custom Tailoring in Shanghai's French District

00:12:13 - From Restaurant to Catering Adventures Across Montana

00:14:11 - The Silk Road Inspired Spice Blends

00:17:23 - From Spice Bags to Store Shelves

00:20:54 - Finding Your Favorite Spice Blend

00:23:04 - Adding Sour and Shopping Local

00:25:46 - Community Spirit in Missoula, Montana

00:28:30 - Hiking Adventures with Kids in Missoula

00:30:49 - Keeping Missoula Weird Through Diversity

00:32:56 - Embrace Slow Travel and Community Connection

00:35:06 - Parenting Advice: Encourage Kids to Try New Things

00:37:39 - Clark Fork River and The Wellerman Song

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Missoula Spotlight: Aimee McQuilkin, Shane Clouse and Dave Stromeyer

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 16:36:00 GMT

Aimee McQuilkin is a Missoula entrepreneur and community builder, best known as the owner of Betty’s Divine and the Clark Fork Yacht Club. Through these beloved businesses, she has helped shape Missoula’s social and cultural fabric by creating welcoming spaces rooted in style, hospitality, and connection. Aimee’s work reflects a deep commitment to local economy, creativity, and gathering people together in meaningful ways.

Shane Clouse is a Missoula musician and songwriter whose work blends Americana, folk, and roots traditions with thoughtful storytelling. His music is shaped by Montana landscapes and lived experience, carrying a quiet honesty that resonates both on stage and in more intimate listening spaces. Shane is a steady presence in the local music community, known for craft, collaboration, and authenticity.

Dave Stromeyer is a Missoula County Commissioner focused on infrastructure, public service, and long term regional planning. He is currently working on a passenger railroad project aimed at improving transportation options and connectivity in western Montana. Dave’s work reflects a practical, forward looking approach to governance with an emphasis on public benefit, economic resilience, and sustainable mobility.

Show notes:

00:03:44 - 1983 Rabbit and Missoula Roots

00:05:53 - Opening Betty's Divine While Pregnant

00:09:34 - Building Community Through Shared Experiences

00:11:56 - Community Heart and Entrepreneurial Joy

00:13:23 - Homeownership Enables Community Business Growth

00:15:39 - How Desmond the Mannequin Found Home

00:18:12 - The Governor of the Hip Strip

00:23:37 - Missoula's Deep History and Indigenous Stewardship

00:27:39 - Gateway to the Rocky Mountains and Home

00:32:15 - Stewardship and Restoring Passenger Rail

00:38:12 - Keeping Missoula Special Through Community Involvement

00:41:16 - Montana's State Song and Pink Grizzly Greenhouse

00:44:10 - From Farm to Pink Grizzly Business

00:46:39 - From Lumber Mills to Community Music

00:50:32 - Historic Irrigation Ditch Sustains Missoula Community

00:53:56 - Hunting and Fishing Fund Conservation

00:58:58 - Montana Matters: A Song of Unity

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Defending Wildlife as Public Trust: Frank Szollosi of the Montana Wildlife Federation

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:34:00 GMT

Frank Szollosi is the Executive Director of the Montana Wildlife Federation, the state’s oldest and largest wildlife conservation organization focused on protecting wildlife habitat, public lands access, and science-based natural resource policy in Montana. He took on this leadership role in June 2020 after a long career with the National Wildlife Federation, where he worked for over a decade on climate and water policy at the Great Lakes Regional Center and on national campaigns that defended public lands, advanced the Land and Water Conservation Fund, and connected people with wildlife.

At MWF, Szollosi collaborates with state agencies including Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, tribal governments, landowners, businesses, and conservation partners to advance policies that sustain healthy wildlife populations and accessible wild places. He holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Utah and graduate degrees from the University of Michigan, and he brings extensive experience in government, including work as both a staffer and local elected official. Outside of his professional work, Szollosi is an avid outdoorsperson who has spent more than 25 years fly fishing and participates enthusiastically in annual hunts with friends and colleagues. He lives in Montana with his wife and four children and enjoys kayaking, downhill skiing, and backpacking.

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Show notes:

00:02:54 - Growing Up in Toledo, Ohio

00:05:29 - Leading Montana Wildlife Federation

00:08:26 - Finding Balance in Wildlife Conservation

00:10:14 - Montana Wildlife Federation's Origins and Conservation History

00:15:45 - Hunter-Funded Conservation: Montana's Legacy

00:19:53 - Climate Change and Wildlife Conservation in Montana

00:24:09 - Defending Public Lands Through Community Action

00:26:17 - Montana Wildlife Federation's Advocacy Tools

00:29:05 - Protecting Public Lands from Corporate Development

00:31:30 - Montana Wildlife Federation Membership Benefits

00:33:55 - Understanding Differences and Conservation Leadership

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Iditarod Lessons: John Wood on Dogs, Distance, and Discipline

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:11:21 GMT

John Wood is an Alaska musher from Chugiak who started chasing the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in the late nineteen seventies and went on to finish the thousand mile route to Nome four times in 1978, 1979, 1982 and 1986. Known for his dry humor and honesty about the grind of the trail, he once joked that after three runs he had “an unparalleled record of mediocrity” and zero prize money, yet if you asked whether he planned to run again his answer was “hell yes,” because the race embodied adventure, excitement, competition and camaraderie that felt uniquely Alaskan. John served as a musher representative on the Iditarod board and offered straight talking advice to rookies about staying upbeat, caring for their dog teams and setting realistic goals in a race where two weeks of little sleep and deep cold are the norm. The event he helped shape as a veteran competitor and mentor is itself legendary an annual March run from Anchorage to Nome of roughly one thousand miles across mountains, frozen rivers and Bering Sea coast, first completed in 1973 and often called the Last Great Race on Earth for its blend of brutal weather, wilderness travel and the deep historical ties between sled dogs and Alaska communities.

Show Notes:

00:02:37 - Growing Up in Alaska's Homestead

00:06:29 - Mountain Life and Mining Adventures in Alaska

00:09:32 - Getting into Dog Mushing with Trap Lines

00:12:43 - Recording the Grand Canyon with John Wood

00:16:32 - From Finishing to Competing in Iditarod

00:18:59 - Iditarod Southern Route and Racing Strategy

00:22:53 - Alaskan Huskies: Sled Dogs and Racing

00:27:47 - Iditarod Dog Care and Rest Cycles

00:30:52 - Sleep Strategy for Iditarod Success

00:33:43 - Three Life Lessons from Iditarod Racing

00:35:42 - Grand Canyon Evening and Iditarod Song

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Listening to Nature: Master Naturalist, Kelly Dix.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Kelly Dix was raised in Lyndonville, NY, where time spent outside sparked her curiosity and awe of the natural world. She holds degrees in Mathematics, Environmental Sciences & Engineering, and Toxicology. Throughout her career in biomedical research she spent her spare time backpacking and exploring the mountain west with her husband. Kelly found her true passion in retirement, sharing her enthusiasm for science and nature with others. She’s been a substitute teacher and a volunteer with several environmental education non-profit organizations. After moving to Montana with her husband in 2016 Kelly found her home at MNHC and she has been involved with the VNS, Montana Master Naturalist, WOW, and other programs ever since. When she’s not volunteering at MNHC, you can find her at the Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium, hiking almost anywhere, or taking way too many photos of just about anything in the natural world.

Show notes:

00:03:39 - Childhood Outdoor Play

00:07:18 - Teamwork and Listening

00:10:52 - Listening to Nature's Hidden Voices

00:14:58 - From Math to Toxicology

00:17:09 - Pharmacokinetics and Environmental Toxicology

00:19:48 - Toxicology's Multidisciplinary Nature

00:22:16 - Importance of Public Lands

00:26:55 - Kelly Dix, Montana Naturalist

00:31:02 - Visiting Naturalist in Schools

00:34:26 - Hands-On Nature Education

00:37:26 - Montana Master Naturalist Program

00:42:23 - Montana Master Naturalists

00:44:32 - Montana Natural History Center Info

00:49:21 - Visiting Naturalist in Schools

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Return: A Journey Back to Living Wild

Sat, 09 Aug 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Lynx Vilden is a renowned author, wilderness guide, and ancestral skills teacher known for her immersive “Stone Age Projects,” where participants live off the land using only primitive tools and techniques. With over three decades of experience in earth-based living, Lynx has dedicated her life to reconnecting people with the rhythms of the natural world through traditional lifeways. Her teachings blend deep ecological awareness with hands-on instruction in skills such as hide tanning, fire-making, and shelter-building, inspiring a global movement toward rewilding and self-sufficiency. Her work has been featured in documentaries, books, and international media, and she continues to guide others on the path of ancestral remembrance and ecological belonging. In her stunning memoir Lynx Vilden chronicles her journey to reconnect with the earth, offering a model for how we all can nurture the wild around and inside ourselves.

Show notes:

00:03:33 - Connection to Nature and Ancestral Skills

00:07:06 - Finding My Path in Community

00:10:12 - Importance of Community in Wilderness Skills

00:13:54 - Exploring Stones by the River

00:15:32 - Exploring Natural Elements for Survival

00:17:19 - Exploring Earth, Water, and Fire

00:20:12 - Indigenous Survival Skills and Practices

00:24:33 - Learning Wilderness Skills with Lynx

00:27:07 - Exploring Nature's Grandeur

00:29:17 - Journeying Through the Wilderness

00:33:48 - Understanding Our Safety Plan

00:36:52 - Journey of Writing and Discovery

00:39:34 - Exploring Non-Conventional Publishing Paths

00:45:46 - Connecting with Nature and Moon Phases

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A Mountain Man Legacy of Hunting, Gathering & Primitive Wisdom

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Dana Anderson, better known as Wild Mountain Man Dan, is a celebrated bushcraft instructor based in Matlock, Washington. Now 68, he has spent over six decades honing wilderness skills and teaching them to others. Dana has lived completely off the grid in a hand‑built cabin by a creek for more than three decades, cultivating a rich life subsisting on foraging, hunting, fishing, and primitive craftsmanship.

A master of stone‑tool crafting, arrowhead chipping, primitive cooking, and stone‑age technologies, Dana has taught countless students in wilderness gatherings across the western U.S. He’s best known for leading shelter‑building and raft‑building challenges at the PNW Survival Games, emphasizing resourcefulness, survival principles, and hands‑on learning. With over 33 years off‑grid experience and ongoing instructor roles in events like PNW Survival Games, Dana shares not just skills but also deep respect for wild landscapes.

Ean Anderson, Dana’s son, has followed in his father’s footsteps in a rugged way. As a veteran bear hunter and certified survival skills instructor, Ean blends traditional wilderness mastery with modern safety and technique. He specializes in teaching advanced tracking, big-game fieldcraft, and hands‑on wilderness preparedness.

With a strong focus on black and brown bear hunting, Ean has earned a reputation for combining ethical hunting practices with deep survival know‑how. Drawing on his father's traditions and his own professional experience, Ean teaches both individual learners and groups how to thrive safely in bear‑inhabited wilderness—from crafting emergency shelters and gear improvisation to honing decision-making under pressure.

Show notes:

00:04:26 - Childhood Adventures and Life Lessons

00:08:03 - Growing Up in a Remote Town

00:10:08 - Lessons from Childhood Hardship

00:12:11 - Growing Up in Nature

00:14:45 - Childhood Adventures in the Woods

00:17:33 - Ancient Skills and Modern Gatherings

00:19:59 - Traditional Survival Skills Overview

00:24:05 - Traditional Hunting and Food Connection

00:26:06 - Honoring Animals Through Sustainable Hunting

00:28:09 - Respecting Nature Through Hunting

00:30:56 - The Significance of Names

00:33:41 - Finding Identity Through Names

00:36:01 - Passion for Bear Hunting

00:37:08 - Passion for Bear Hunting

00:39:00 - Connection Between Hunting and Conservation

00:41:48 - Understanding Nature's Clues

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Salmon State: Alaska

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 16:18:14 GMT

Together, Tim, Heather, and Lindsey strengthen Salmon State’s mission: defending rivers and salmon through policy advocacy, community engagement, and protection of critical watersheds across Alaska and its transboundary rivers.

As Executive Director based in Juneau, Alaska, Tim Bristol is a leading voice in salmon conservation policy. He has testified before the U.S. Senate Indian Affairs Committee, highlighting the urgent need to curb bycatch from large trawl fleets off Alaska and demanding stronger tribal co-management for rivers like the Arctic, Yukon, and Kuskokwim—calling salmon population crashes “a human rights crisis and an ecological disaster”. Under his leadership, SalmonState champions habitat protection and bycatch reduction, bringing Indigenous stewardship into fisheries management at both local and federal levels.

In her role as Salmon Beyond Borders Campaign Advisor, Heather Hardcastle leads cross-jurisdictional efforts to protect salmon ecosystems that transcend political boundaries. Based in Juneau, she coordinates with stakeholders across Alaska and Canada to ensure the health of transboundary rivers—such as the Taku—by advocating science-based policy and Indigenous-led watershed governance. Her work helps strengthen salmon runs that cross national borders, safeguarding migratory pathways essential to species survival.

A second-generation gillnet captain from Bristol Bay, Lindsey Bloom brings first-hand fishing experience and a background in sustainable development (M.A.) to her campaign strategy role. After more than a decade fishing, she now organizes Alaskans—particularly young fishermen—and collaborates with tribal, nonprofit, and business communities to protect salmon habitat and influence fisheries policy around rivers and coastal waters. She helped lead the grassroots movement opposing the Pebble mine in Bristol Bay, even addressing its importance during President Obama’s 2015 visit.

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Show notes:

00:05:16 - Connecting with Alaska's Natural Heritage

00:08:17 - Protecting Transboundary Rivers Together

00:11:36 - Impact of Mining on Wild Salmon

00:17:30 - Advocating for Wildlife and Wild Places

00:20:29 - Understanding Salmon Species

00:21:50 - Salmon's Unique Life Cycles

00:25:23 - Connection Between Fishing and Family

00:28:20 - Protecting Alaska's Salmon Habitat

00:31:24 - Protecting Alaska's Salmon Ecosystem

00:34:19 - Tim Bristol's Conservation Journey

00:36:45 - Protecting Southeast Alaska's Forests

00:39:09 - Salmon State: Protecting Alaska's Ecosystem

00:42:06 - Transboundary Rivers and Mining Issues

00:44:39 - Lessons from Salmon Resilience

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The Spirit of River Exploration with Clint Fries

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 15:30:00 GMT

Clint Fries is a deeply experienced river guide and expedition leader with over two decades of professional guiding across some of the planet’s most remote and breathtaking landscapes. Known for his calm presence, intuitive leadership, and profound respect for wild places, Clint has become a trusted figure in the world of wilderness travel.

For the past several years, Clint has guided multi-day rafting expeditions in Alaska with MT Sobek, one of the country’s most respected adventure travel companies. His work has taken him deep into the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, where he leads trips down the pristine Hulahula River—a rarely traveled corridor that winds from the Brooks Range through the tundra to the Beaufort Sea. Guiding in the Arctic demands more than just technical skill; it requires logistical precision, environmental sensitivity, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing conditions. Clint brings all three, along with a quiet confidence that reassures both first-time adventurers and seasoned travelers.

Clients often remark on Clint’s ability to make even the most rugged landscapes feel like home. Whether navigating braided channels, managing wildlife encounters, or helping guests find comfort and joy in the wild, he leads with humility and insight. His years of experience have made him fluent in the rhythm of rivers—from the heat of Latin America to the icy silence of Alaska’s far north.

Clint’s path to guiding was shaped by a lifelong curiosity about the natural world. He studied at Earlham College, an institution known for its commitment to social justice and experiential learning, and participated in immersive field programs that laid the foundation for his career. He now lives in Capitola, California, but spends much of the year off-grid—on rivers, in mountains, and in the company of wild water.

More than just a guide, Clint is a teacher, a storyteller, and a quiet advocate for the wild. He believes that the best journeys aren’t about conquering nature—they’re about listening to it. Through each expedition, he invites guests to slow down, pay attention, and discover a deeper connection to the land and to themselves.

Show notes:

00:02:36 - Journey from Wilderness to Exploration

00:06:52 - Value of Excellence in Guiding

00:09:30 - Expedition Overview: Hula Hula Adventure

00:11:19 - Exploring the Arctic Tundra

00:13:50 - Muskox and Arctic River Adventures

00:17:23 - Exploring Tundra and Wildlife

00:21:23 - Dealing with Mosquito Pressure

00:22:42 - Experience with Caribou in the Arctic

00:25:31 - Wilderness Adventure and Bear Encounters

00:28:11 - Epic Hiking and River Adventures

00:30:31 - Exploring the Stunning Alaskan Wilderness

00:33:43 - Challenges of Guiding on Alsec River

00:36:05 - Embracing Nature as Healing Medicine

00:38:25 - Fostering Connection with Nature

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Whitewater and Power Structures: A Journey with Bridget Crocker

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 03:24:20 GMT

Bridget Crocker is a trailblazer in women's empowerment within the outdoor industry. A leading whitewater rafting guide in far-flung regions of Zambia, Ethiopia, the Philippines, Peru, Chile, Costa Rica, India, and the Western United States. During this interview, she discusses her new memoir The Rivers Daughter. Support your local bookstore and pickup a copy today!

Bridget is also a contributing author to Lonely Planet guidebooks and Travel Anthology and the Best Women's Travel Writing series from Travelers' Tales. Her work has been featured in magazines including Westways, Men's Journal, National Geographic Adventure, Trail Runner, Paddler, Outside, Vela, and Patagonia's blog, The Cleanest Line, among others. She lives in Malibu, California.

Show notes:

00:04:36 - Connecting with Nature and Overcoming Challenges

00:09:04 - Overcoming Insecurity in Guide School

00:10:27 - Facing Fear on the Snake River

00:12:29 - Empowerment and Challenges in River Guiding

00:15:46 - Shifting Power Dynamics in Society

00:20:03 - Empowering Women Beyond Sexual Power

00:22:54 - Navigating Power Dynamics as Women

00:24:44 - Connecting Through Nyami Nyami and Zambezi

00:28:21 - Lessons on Allyship and Empowerment

00:30:35 - Understanding Grief Behind Rage

00:32:55 - Overcoming Obstacles in Relationships

00:36:53 - Embracing Change and Courage

00:40:29 - Embracing Change and New Experiences

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Arctic Rivers with Kevin “Thirsty” McDermott

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 06:31:16 GMT

Kevin McDermott—a.k.a. “Thirsty" has been guiding since he was 16 years old. He has 30+ years of experience guiding in Alaska, has climbed Denali and endears himself to travelers with his expertise, calm demeanor, and sense of humor. When he isn't guiding in the Arctic, you might find him on the Alsek, Tatshenshini, Middlefork Salmon or the Grand Canyon. He lives in Arizona with his wife, Darla, and enjoys working on Land Cruisers in his spare time.

Show notes:

00:03:33 - Discovering a Passion for the Outdoors

00:06:15 - Early Guiding Experiences in Alaska

00:09:32 - Discovering Alaska Through Rafting

00:12:15 - Exploring the Arctic Tundra

00:15:19 - Exploring the Arctic Landscape

00:18:31 - Understanding Winter River Dynamics

00:20:26 - Spring River Conditions and Challenges

00:22:37 - Wildlife and Mosquitoes in the Arctic

00:26:28 - Exploring Glaciers and Wildlife

00:29:33 - Climbing Denali: Challenges and Triumphs

00:33:41 - Reading Glacial Rivers in Alaska

00:38:37 - Understanding Nature Beyond Identification

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The History of the Bob Marshall with Smoke Elser

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 06:37:36 GMT

Step into the rugged beauty of Montana's backcountry as wilderness legend Smoke Elser shares his remarkable 60+ year journey through the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Since 1957, Elser has been a guardian of these pristine lands, witnessing their transformation from horse-only trails to a diverse recreational haven. Learn about Bob Marshall himself - an extraordinary conservationist who, despite his aversion to horses, hiked extensively through Montana's wilderness, laying the groundwork for modern conservation efforts. His legacy lives on through the Wilderness Society and the landmark Wilderness Act of 1964.

Elser’s stories and experiences are captured in the memoir Hush of the Land: A Lifetime in the Bob Marshall Wilderness, co-authored with Eva-Maria Maggi. The book offers a vivid account of his adventures and his enduring commitment to protecting Montana’s wildlands. Even in his 90s, Smoke Elser remains an active voice in wilderness education and conservation, embodying a lifetime dedicated to the stewardship of the Bob Marshall Wilderness.

Show notes:

00:04:06 - Founding the Wilderness Society

00:07:13 - Establishing Wilderness Areas

00:09:55 - Creation of the Bob Marshall Wilderness

00:12:56 - Development of Wilderness Access

00:14:29 - Evolution of Bob Marshall Wilderness Use

00:16:52 - Growth of Hiking and Floating Activities

00:18:58 - Alumni Gathering in the Hills

00:21:06 - Starting an Outfitting Business

00:23:27 - First Trip to Sentinel Lookout

00:25:53 - History of the Bob Marshall Wilderness

00:29:05 - Establishing a Ranger Station

00:33:28 - Exploring Hawn Creek and Ranger Stations

00:35:41 - History of the Ranger's Cabin

00:37:45 - History of Bob Marshall Wilderness

00:40:28 - Improving Wilderness Camping Practices

00:42:52 - Backpacking Fire Pan Tips

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The Long Way Home: Veterans Reclaiming Their Lives

Mon, 26 May 2025 00:52:11 GMT

The Missoula Housing Authority offers housing assistance to veterans through programs like HUD-VASH, which combines rental assistance with VA case management and supportive services. MHA's Valor House provides 17 one-bedroom units for permanent housing for homeless veterans, featuring communal amenities such as a kitchen, meeting spaces, and laundry facilities. In 2023, MHA received funding to expand permanent housing options for homeless veterans and their families.

Established in 1990, Veterans Inc. is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Massachusetts, serving veterans and their families across New England, Montana, and North Dakota. It provides holistic supportive services, including housing, employment and training, case management, food security, behavioral healthcare, suicide prevention, and programs for women veterans. Veterans Inc. has assisted over 100,000 veterans, achieving an 85% success rate in transitioning them out of homelessness.

Valor House is a 72-bed transitional housing facility operated by First Step House, offering housing and supportive services to veterans experiencing homelessness. The program provides structured support to help veterans transition to permanent housing.

Show notes:

00:04:32 - Journey from Alcoholism to Recovery

00:07:55 - Importance of Seeking Help

00:11:45 - Supporting Veterans and Community Programs

00:13:34 - Understanding Homelessness Among Veterans

00:17:22 - Finding Support and Rebuilding Life

00:25:15 - Opening Your Eyes to Change

00:26:42 - Supporting Veterans in Need

00:29:01 - Embracing Support and Community

00:30:36 - Journey to Self-Sufficiency

00:33:47 - Life at Valor House

00:35:04 - Update on Eye Surgery and Community Care

00:36:30 - Conservation Tips for Baby Birds

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South Pole Summits and Class VI Turkish Whitewater: Adventures with Skip Horner

Sun, 25 May 2025 23:45:07 GMT

Step into the extraordinary world of Skip Horner, a veteran adventure guide whose 50-year career spans over 100 countries and countless epic expeditions. Skip Horner is a legendary American adventure guide, mountaineer, and expedition leader with a career spanning over five decades. He is renowned for being the first guide to lead clients to the summits of all Seven Summits—the highest peaks on each continent—including Mount Everest, where he became the 420th person to reach the top. His extensive guiding experience encompasses more than 100 countries, with expeditions in 62 of them, ranging from mountain treks to river descents and wildlife safaris.

Horner's adventurous spirit has led him to accomplish numerous firsts in the world of exploration. He has led first descents of 12 major rivers, including the Yangtze, Zambezi, and Indus, and has navigated the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon 38 times. His mountaineering feats include 33 ascents of Kilimanjaro, eight of Mount Vinson in Antarctica, and six of Gunnbjørnsfjeld in the Arctic. Additionally, he has skied to the North Pole and participated in 11 expeditions to Antarctica.

Alongside his wife Elizabeth, Horner operates Skip Horner Worldwide, Inc., based in Victor, Montana. Together, they design and lead bespoke expeditions to some of the world's most remote and culturally rich destinations, including camel treks across the Sahara, Himalayan climbs, and Amazon rainforest explorations . Horner is a certified alpine guide by the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) and a Fellow Emeritus of the Explorers Club.

Show notes:

00:04:48 - Reflecting on 40 Years of Adventures

00:08:07 - Memorable Adventures in Burkina Faso

00:10:48 - Determining the Highest Arctic Peak

00:14:19 - Life's Journey Through Travel Chapters

00:16:39 - First Descent on the Çoru River

00:19:25 - Preparing for the River Challenge

00:21:57 - Preparing for Class Five Rapids

00:23:36 - First Descent of the Choroo River

00:25:35 - From Turkey to Antarctica Adventures

00:27:28 - First Ascent of Vinson

00:30:02 - Climbing Challenges at High Camp

00:32:27 - Facing Mistakes in Mountain Climbing

00:34:33 - Overcoming Failure on Mount Vinson

00:37:13 - Movement as a Key to Problem Solving

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The Climate Crisis in Polar Regions with Dr. Jim Halfpenny

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 01:59:16 GMT

Dr. Jim Halfpenny is a renowned polar ecologist, expedition leader, and expert in cold-climate ecology with decades of experience studying the extreme environments of the Arctic and Antarctic. With a background in wildlife biology and ecology, Dr. Halfpenny has led and participated in numerous scientific expeditions to the polar regions, where he has conducted groundbreaking research on climate change, snow ecology, and the adaptation of wildlife to some of the planet’s harshest conditions.

Dr. Halfpenny's firsthand accounts paint a vivid picture of climate change's impact: shrinking glaciers, thawing permafrost releasing dangerous methane, and indigenous communities forced to relocate due to shifting wildlife patterns. His upcoming book "The Last Cold" documents these profound changes, while his research using ice cores reveals how current CO2 levels far exceed anything seen in the past 800,000 years.

Despite passing certain environmental tipping points, Dr. Halfpenny emphasizes hope through action and the importance of individual contributions to combat climate change. From infrastructure challenges in Alaska to the transformation of the Northwest Passage into a potential trade route, this episode offers crucial insights into our warming world.

Don't miss this essential conversation about one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Listen now to understand why the Arctic's story is everyone's story.

Show notes:

00:02:48 - Climate Change Observations in Greenland

00:06:05 - Impact of Climate Change on Icebergs

00:09:27 - Future of Coastal Towns and Trade Routes

00:11:14 - Understanding Historical Climate Change

00:14:13 - Carbon Dioxide and Climate Change

00:17:05 - Tipping Points and Climate Action

00:19:22 - Impact of Permafrost Thawing

00:22:43 - Challenges of Northern Train Travel

00:24:09 - Impact of Climate Change on Northern Communities

00:26:50 - Impact of Climate Change on Species

00:30:15 - Impact of Climate Change on Wildlife

00:34:44 - Impact of Climate Change on Wildlife

00:38:06 - Impact of Climate Change on Bears

00:40:12 - Grizzly Bears and Climate Change

00:41:32 - Advice for Mitigating Climate Change

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Bush Guides Unplugged: Stories from the Lower Zambezi

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 21:47:10 GMT

Join us as we venture into the wilds of Zambia’s Lower Zambezi with three seasoned bush guides—Marshal, Luckson, and Malan. From the rugged seats of a Toyota Land Cruiser, we chat with Marshal and Malan about wildlife conservation, poaching, ecology, and the intricate behaviors of Africa’s iconic animals. Then, we sit down with Luckson, a top-tier guide with the highest level of training, to uncover the rigorous education, testing, and fieldwork required to lead walking safaris—a tradition that was born right here in Zambia. Tune in for an immersive journey into the heart of the African bush.

Show notes:

00:06:07 - Protecting Zambia's National Parks from Mining

00:09:03 - Revisiting the Mating Lions in Lower Zambezi

00:12:08 - Elephant Encounter in Lower Zambezi

00:17:12 - Let's Move Together as One Zambia

00:20:19 - Becoming a Bush Guide in Zambia

00:22:47 - Intensive Training and Expertise of Safari Guides

00:25:31 - The Importance of Respecting Animal Boundaries

00:28:59 - From Whitewater to Walking: A Guide's Journey

00:30:57 - Family Doubts, Overcoming Fears, and Protecting the Zambezi

00:32:57 - The Importance of Protecting River Ecosystems

00:34:53 - Night Drive with Guide Milan in Zambia

00:39:58 - Transforming Poachers into Conservationists

00:44:07 - Night Drive with Cooperative Clients

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Anti Poaching Dog Training with Resolve Wildlife Cofounder, Michael Hensman.

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:30:30 GMT

As a child growing up on a farm in Zimbabwe, Mikey Hensman was surrounded by rescued exotic animals like elephants, impalas, and warthogs. This unique upbringing sparked his deep passion for wildlife that eventually led him to a career in anti-poaching and conservation. Hensman is the co-founder of Resolve Wildlife, an African-led strategic advisory and training group dedicated to conserving Africa's wild landscapes. Resolve Wildlife's team includes experts in protected area management, ecology, law enforcement, and community-based resource management. One of their key conservation partners, Conservation Lower Zambezi (CLZ), is a non-profit organization working to protect Zambia’s Lower Zambezi region. CLZ collaborates with Zambia’s Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) to conduct foot and aerial patrols, as well as operate specialized enforcement units, including the highly effective Dog Unit.

Introduced in 2016 with support from USAID, the Dog Unit plays a vital role in combating poaching and wildlife trafficking. Trained to detect scents of ammunition, bushmeat, ivory, pangolin, and firearms, these skilled sniffer dogs and their local handlers conduct vehicle searches at checkpoints and assist with tracking operations. Their efforts have resulted in numerous arrests and significant recoveries of illegal wildlife products, including over 175 kilograms of bushmeat and multiple firearms. Looking ahead, the program aims to expand the dogs' detection capabilities to include rhino horn and Zambia’s rare Mukula wood, further strengthening anti-poaching efforts in the region.

Show Notes:

00:03:46 - From Polo to Elephant Training: A Family's Journey

00:07:09 - Elephant Conservation and Canine Anti-Poaching Programs

00:10:16 - Detection and Tracking: Canine Anti-Poaching Capabilities

00:12:23 - Challenges of Conservation Dog Training in Africa

00:18:42 - Patrolling the Periphery: Combating Poaching in Africa

00:21:14 - Encounters with Poachers in the Miombo Woodland

00:24:23 - Tracking Poachers Through Rugged Terrain

00:27:28 - Tracking Animals for Conservation

00:30:51 - Protecting Wildlife and Communities in Lower Zambezi

00:34:41 - Protecting the Zambezi River and Wildlife

00:36:18 - Promoting Environmental Education and Community Empowerment

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Forensic Tracking on Seven Continents with Dr. Jim Halfpenny

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 20:43:47 GMT

Dr. Jim Halfpenny is a renowned scientist, educator, and author specializing in carnivore ecology, tracking, and the natural history of cold climates. With a Ph.D. in biology, he has conducted extensive research on wildlife, particularly bears, wolves, and mountain lions, and has contributed significantly to the study of animal tracking and forensic wildlife investigations. As the president of A Naturalist’s World, he has led numerous workshops and expeditions, sharing his deep knowledge with students, researchers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Dr. Halfpenny has authored several influential books and field guides, helping to advance the understanding of animal behavior and ecosystems. His passion for conservation and education has left a lasting impact on wildlife science and outdoor learning.

Show notes:

00:03:00 - Growing Up on the River and Becoming an Outdoor Guide

00:06:44 - Surviving the Coldest Winter in Yellowstone

00:09:55 - Yellowstone Ski Trips and Survival Experiences

00:12:27 - Teaching Snow and Polar Regions in Vietnam

00:15:29 - The Importance of Tracking in Early Human Survival

00:18:12 - The Art and Science of Tracking

00:21:28 - Forensic Tracking: Revealing the Hidden Story

00:23:44 - Careful Carcass Examination: Gathering Evidence for Accurate Identification

00:26:18 - Evaluating Forensic Evidence: Probability and Quality

00:28:12 - Tracking Animals Across Continents

00:30:52 - Tracking Paws: Webbing, Claws, and Unique Adaptations

00:33:22 - Comparing Bear Claws and Tracks

00:35:42 - Exploring the Skulls of Bears, Wolves, and Prey Animals

00:37:40 - Analyzing Bones and Tracks of Wildlife

00:39:42 - Protecting Planet Earth: Collective Responsibility and Action

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Hal Herring Talks Public Lands: History, Importance and Potential Future

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:01:52 GMT

Hal Herring is an award-winning journalist and writer renowned for his work in conservation and investigative journalism. His writing has appeared in notable publications such as The Atlantic, The Economist, and Orion. He is also a contributing editor at Field & Stream and a regular contributor to High Country News.

Beyond his writing, Herring has made significant contributions to the podcasting world as the host of the "Podcast & Blast with Hal Herring," produced by Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. This podcast delves into topics related to conservation, hunting, and the outdoors, reflecting Herring's commitment to these issues.

Herring's dedication to conservation and the outdoors is evident not only in his writing but also in his active involvement in related communities and initiatives. His work continues to inspire and inform those passionate about the natural world and its preservation. https://www.halherring.com/

SHOW NOTES:

00:03:36 - Formative Years of an Outdoor Writer

00:05:13 - Discovering the Wonders of Western Public Lands

00:07:10 - From Alabama to Montana: A Life in the Wild

00:09:08 - Dual Citizenship and Montana's Arid Landscape

00:10:48 - The Arid Beauty and Vital Watersheds of Public Lands

00:13:52 - The Importance of Public Lands in America

00:15:36 - The Origins of Forest Conservation in the US

00:19:10 - The Timber Reserve Act and the Clash of Conservation Visions

00:21:17 - Preserving America's Public Lands

00:25:57 - Valuing America's Public Lands

00:28:16 - The Importance of Public Lands and Collaborative Management

00:30:49 - Valuing and Preserving America's Public Lands

00:33:08 - Preserving Wildlife Corridors on Public Lands

00:35:07 - Preserving America's Public Lands for Future Generations

00:38:13 - Connect with Nature to Conserve It

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The Age of Melt: What Glaciers, Ice Mummies, and Ancient Artifacts Teach Us about Climate, Culture, and a Future Without Ice

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:10:53 GMT

Lisa Barill, a wildlife biologist and science writer, shares the fascinating story of ice patch archaeology and how melting glaciers are revealing a trove of ancient artifacts around the world.

She earned a B.S. in biology from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2000 and a master's degree from Montana State University in 2009. Baril has extensive experience writing about natural resources and science for national parks across the southwestern United States. She is a member of the National Association of Science Writers, the Society of Environmental Journalists, and the Outdoor Writers Association of America. In 2024, she authored "The Age of Melt: What Glaciers, Ice Mummies, and Ancient Artifacts Teach Us about Climate, Culture, and a Future Without Ice," exploring the deep-rooted cultural connection between humans and ice throughout history.

Show Notes:

00:02:16 - Growing Up Adventuring in Connecticut

00:05:30 - From Discovery Channel to Yellowstone: A Wildlife Biologist's Journey

00:07:26 - Raptors and Songbirds in Yellowstone: Insights from Bald Eagles, Ospreys, and Peregrine Falcons

00:10:33 - Wolves, Beavers, and Willow Growth in Yellowstone

00:12:41 - Glaciers, Ice Mummies, and Ancient Artifacts

00:14:37 - 10,300-Year-Old Hunting Tool Discovered in Ice Patch

00:16:47 - The Atlatl: An Ancient Hunting Tool

00:21:27 - Hunting and Survival in Mountain Ice Patches

00:24:42 - Scaring Sticks and Preserved Artifacts

00:27:57 - Ancient Remains Discovered: Champaign and Asiak Negotiate Rights

00:32:37 - A World Without Ice: Melting Glaciers and Warming Temperatures

00:35:25 - Climate Change's Unprecedented Threat

00:37:34 - Redefining Wilderness: Honoring Indigenous Histories

00:40:41 - Reducing Microplastics: Easy Steps for a Healthier Environment

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Caras Nursery: Honoring a Century-Old Family Legacy in Missoula

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 04:39:46 GMT

Discover the remarkable story of how a Greek immigrant's fruit stand in early 1900s Missoula blossomed into Caras Nursery, a thriving family business spanning over 100 years. Bill Caras shares heartwarming tales of growing up in a close-knit community during the 1950s and 60s, where childhood adventures and family values shaped his future.

Beyond the nursery, Bill reveals his passion for historical maps, sharing insights into rare cartographic treasures dating back to the 1500s. His collection offers fascinating glimpses into Montana's early development and the evolution of the American West.

Join us for this captivating episode that weaves together family heritage, entrepreneurial spirit, and the deep roots that connect one family to their community.

Show notes:

00:04:18 - Family Business Transitions and Expansion

00:06:43 - Returning to the Family Nursery

00:08:43 - From Nursery Catalogs to Greek Roots

00:11:24 - Family's Fruit Store and Nursery History

00:13:05 - Childhood Home and Family History

00:17:21 - Exploring Montana's Evolving Maps

00:18:46 - Exploring Ancient Maps and Their History

00:21:12 - Antique Maps: A Fascinating History

00:24:56 - Exploring the Vibrant World of Plants

00:26:38 - Balancing Nature and Deer in the Garden

00:30:00 - Caring for Outdoor Plants: Watering, Pests, and Avoiding Damage

00:34:09 - Native Plants and Landscaping Choices

00:38:14 - Preserving Missoula's Spirit Through Kindness and Optimism

00:40:14 - Advice for a Positive Life from a Nursery Owner

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Montana's Most Famous Cowgirl, Ramona Holt.

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 03:52:41 GMT

Ramona Holt grew up in Montana’s ranching and rodeo scene, participating in youth, intercollegiate and professional rodeo. As an adult, she dedicated her life to promoting the western way of living, and for 30 years Ramona and her husband, Bill, traveled throughout the western United States, Canada and Australia promoting professional rodeo and the West. They started their own herd of Texas Longhorn Cattle in 1967 and were the first to export those cattle from the U.S. to Australia in 1985—leading to the government honoring them at an exposition in 1986 in Mackay, Australia.

Today, as a trustee representing Western Montana for the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center, Ramona recommends people and ranches to be honored each year. In 2018, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association honored her as the “Notable Lady of the West” at their World of Rodeo Reunion in Las Vegas. Her life has been dedicated to telling the story of the western way through many avenues including the creation of the Holt Heritage Museum—located in Lolo and open by appointment only—which houses rodeo and western artifacts, including 20 horse-drawn vehicles.

Show notes:

00:03:10 - Growing Up on a Remote Ranch

00:06:26 - A Life in Fisheries and Rodeo

00:10:15 - Raising Money for Nonprofits through Art Shows

00:12:36 - Exporting Longhorn Cattle to Australia

00:14:46 - Grandchildren, Elders, and the Legacy of Lewis and Clark

00:18:03 - Lewis and Clark's Military Camp Setup

00:21:00 - Friendly Natives Aided Lewis and Clark

00:23:48 - Cultivating Small-Scale Sustainability

00:26:53 - Rich History of Indigenous Peoples in the Valley

00:31:27 - Polywog Shirts and Nez Perce Artifacts

00:34:11 - Preserving Native Traditions: Cornmeal and Moss Bags

00:36:36 - Preserving the Valley's Heritage

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The Wolf Whisperer: Diane Boyd's Lifelong Dedication to Montana's Wolves

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 06:25:45 GMT

Dr. Diane Boyd is a wildlife biologist who has 45+ years of applied expertise on behavior, conservation and management of wild wolf populations. She is the author of "A Woman Among Wolves: My Journey Through Forty Years of Wolf Recovery."

She began her career in 1977 with Dr. L. David Mech’s wolf research project in Minnesota. She moved to Montana in 1979 to study gray wolf recovery in the Rocky Mountains from the first natural colonizer to approximately 2000 wolves today in the western U.S. Her work has focused on wolf ecology, dispersal, habitat use, prey selection, behavior, morphology, genetic relationships, and the social dimensions of wolf-human conflict resolution. She has collaborated on research in the Rocky Mountains of the U.S., British Columbia, Alberta, the Mexican Wolf Recovery Program, and wolf research projects in Italy and Romania. She has published numerous articles in scientific journals, invited book chapters, and articles in popular literature. She received her M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Montana, and is presently an Affiliate Faculty member at the University of Montana. Diane recently retired from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks as the Region 1 Wolf and Carnivore Specialist, but she is continuing her wolf conservation efforts on a broader scale through teaching and writing. You can support this podcast by donating a few dollars per month on Patreon! We really appreciate any contribution, no matter how small.

Show Notes:

00:02:54 - Discovering Wolves in the Wild

00:05:20 - From Wildlife Biologist to Wolf Researcher: A Journey

00:07:56 - Discovering the Rugged Beauty of Glacier National Park

00:10:54 - Lone Wolf Survivor in Montana

00:12:30 - The Wolves' Natural Migration to Montana

00:14:36 - Wolves Roaming from Montana to Yellowstone

00:16:59 - Wolves' Vocal Repertoire and Tracking Techniques

00:20:46 - Saving a Hypothermic Wolf

00:22:54 - Rescuing a Drugged Wolf in the Rain

00:25:39 - Debunking the Wolf Relocation Myth

00:27:33 - Comparing European and North American Wolves

00:29:59 - Wolves: Misunderstood Neighbors

00:32:06 - Coexisting with Wolves: Balancing Livestock and Ecosystem Needs

00:36:08 - Wolves and Other Predators in the Ecosystem

00:37:23 - Weaving Science, Ecology, and Resilience

00:39:30 - Preventing Chronic Wasting Disease in Montana

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Discover the Montana Natural History Center with Marilyn Marler

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 21:48:24 GMT

Marilyn Marler holds a Bachelor's degree from University of California, Davis and a Master's degree from the University of Montana, both in Biology. She has been a Natural Areas Specialist at the University of Montana since 1998. Marilyn brings 25 years’ experience in land stewardship, science education, and public service to her role at MNHC. She grew up in the Sierra Nevada foothills, attended UC Davis for her biology degree, and moved to Missoula in 1994 for a master’s in biology at the University of Montana. For the last 28 years Marilyn and her husband David have enjoyed Missoula’s vibrant community spirit and Montana’s unmatched outdoor pursuits. She has served on the boards of many state and local non-profits and has served in elected office in both city and state government.

Show notes:

00:04:28 - Growing Up in the Sierra Nevada Foothills

00:07:02 - Hunting, Conservation, and Personal Journey

00:10:39 - The Role of Hunters in Conservation

00:12:24 - Promoting Nature Appreciation Through Education

00:14:58 - Free Nature Exploration for Young Kids

00:17:57 - Embracing Native Plants and Art Exploration

00:20:07 - The Benefits of Membership

00:23:22 - Life as a Montana Legislator

00:26:01 - The Hectic Life of a Legislator

00:28:25 - Passion for Native Plants and Land Stewardship

00:31:22 - The Fragile Beauty of Montana's Wildflowers

00:33:07 - Appreciating Nature in Missoula

00:35:09 - Fostering Nature Connection through Classroom Mentorship

00:38:28 - Inspiring the Next Generation of Nature Stewards

00:41:02 - Montana Natural History Center Staff and Board share their Passion

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This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects.
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Shaping Modern Expedition Rafting with Bart Henderson

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:22:26 GMT

Bart Henderson, a retired international river guide, shares his experiences growing up in Utah and being part of the early river rafting industry. He describes how the town of Vernal and the Green River were central to the development of companies like Hatch River Expeditions, which pioneered commercial rafting. Bart's early exposure to the river guiding business sparked his lifelong passion for adventure and exploration, leading him to guide expeditions in diverse ecosystems around the world, from Alaska to Ethiopia.

Experience the thrills and challenges of navigating remote waterways, from battling powerful winds to managing wildlife encounters, as Bart shares insights from decades of guiding experience across diverse ecosystems. His story culminates in the successful establishment of Chilkat Guides, proving that adventure tourism can breathe new life into local economies.

Join us for this fascinating journey through the history of river rafting and discover how one man's passion for adventure helped chart new courses in global expedition tourism.

Listen now to hear firsthand accounts of these remarkable river adventures that shaped modern expedition rafting.

Show notes:

00:07:46 - From River Kid to Boatman

00:10:33 - Pioneering International River Guiding

00:13:08 - Exploring the Gaba River: A Risky Adventure

00:15:09 - Harrowing Rescue Mission on the Alsek River

00:19:21 - Navigating the Alsek River: Challenges and Logistics

00:21:33 - Guiding on Whitewater Rivers: Challenges and Rewards

00:24:46 - Navigating the Unique Challenges of Glacial River Guiding

00:27:36 - Mastering the Portagee Stroke: Efficient Rowing Techniques

00:29:47 - Navigating Braided Rivers and Dangerous Channels

00:33:45 - Navigating Treacherous River Channels

00:36:45 - Pioneering River Guiding Across the Globe

00:38:27 - Advice for Aspiring River Guides: Have Fun, Take Care of Your Body, and Plan for the Future!

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This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects.
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The Path of the Puma with with Jim Williams

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:51:44 GMT

Step into the fascinating world of mountain lions with Jim Williams, a veteran wildlife biologist with over 30 years of experience in large carnivore conservation. Often referred to as the "ghosts of the forest", in this episode Jim shares captivating insights about these magnificent predators that roam the Americas.

Through his remarkable career journey, Jim has championed wildlife conservation efforts in the Northern Rockies, fighting to protect crucial habitats from increasing development pressures. His work has been instrumental in securing conservation easements that preserve both public access and wildlife corridors, especially during the recent pandemic-driven population surge in the region.

The episode delves into mountain lions' unique hunting strategies, their solitary nature, and their ability to thrive across diverse landscapes. Jim also addresses common misconceptions about large carnivores and shares wisdom gained from decades of field experience. Ready to discover the secret life of America's most enigmatic big cat? Tune in to hear Jim's extraordinary tales from the wild and learn why these powerful predators deserve our respect and protection.

Show notes:

00:03:05 - From Surfing to Conservation

00:04:37 - Diverse Wildlife Management Roles in Montana

00:07:30 - Preserving Land and Sharing Conservation Experiences

00:12:47 - Conserving Vital Landscapes for Wildlife and People

00:16:58 - Introducing the Elusive Mountain Lion

00:20:13 - Risks and Realities of Mountain Lion Hunting

00:24:35 - Respecting the Role of Large Carnivores

00:27:01 - How Wolves Impact Mountain Lion Hunting Patterns

00:30:15 - Ecological Benefits of Large Carnivores

00:32:57 - Connecting People and Place with Xplorer Maps

00:35:32 - Preserving Wildlife Corridors Through Private Land Conservation

00:41:55 - Coexisting with Mountain Lions in Montana

00:44:46 - Balancing Tolerance and Conservation

00:48:09 - Don't Take No for an Answer: Advice for Persistence and Positivity

00:49:50 - Prioritize Your Stress Wisely

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This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects. #travelpodcast #adventurepodcast #conservationpodcast #podcast

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Missoula: A Thriving Hub of Community, Culture, and Commerce

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 04:55:01 GMT

Discover how a small Montana city became a thriving hub of culture, entrepreneurship, and community connection. From the iconic Big Dipper Ice Cream celebrating its 30th anniversary to the bustling Caras Park hosting over 100 community events annually, downtown Missoula exemplifies the perfect blend of historical preservation and modern vibrancy.

Linda McCarthy, Executive Director of the Downtown Missoula Partnership, shares how Missoula has evolved into a pedestrian-friendly destination where strangers still greet each other on the street. The city's commitment to inclusivity shines through initiatives like zero-fare public transportation and free community events.

The "hip strip" showcases the entrepreneurial spirit of local businesses, while the University of Montana adds a dynamic educational dimension. Whether it's exploring the farmers markets, enjoying outdoor recreation, or sampling unique local flavors at Big Dipper Ice Cream, Missoula offers what Teresa Cox describes as "not just a place to make a living, but a place to make a life."

Listen to this episode to experience the authentic charm of a city where community connection and innovation create something truly special.

SHOW NOTES:

00:02:35 - Revitalizing Downtown Missoula

00:05:25 - Exploring Missoula's Rich History and Vibrant Downtown

00:07:35 - Missoula's Vibrant Downtown Events and Initiatives

00:12:28 - Preserving Missoula's Community Spirit

00:14:05 - Celebrating Missoula's Vibrant Arts and Culture

00:17:27 - Exploring Missoula's Free and Affordable Attractions

00:24:46 - Favorite Ice Cream Flavors and Missoula's Huckleberry

00:27:01 - Appreciating Missoula's Unique Outdoors and Music Scene

00:30:46 - The Thousand Islands Map and Explorer Maps

00:33:18 - Missoula's Carousel Dream Takes Shape

00:36:00 - The Missoula Carousel: From Humble Beginnings to Community Treasure

00:38:20 - Creating a Magical Playground with Children's Input

00:40:57 - Carousel Horses: Personalized Designs and Time Capsules

00:43:15 - Pennies for Ponies: Raising Funds for a Carousel

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A Life of Wildlife Conservation, Biology and Management with U.S. Forest Service

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 04:42:14 GMT

Tom Puchlerz is married with two children, two grandchildren, and three English setters. Retired after 38 years with the U.S. Forest Service as a biologist and administrator with assignments in Montana, Wyoming, Oregon, Washington and Alaska, Tom is a member of numerous local and national wildlife and fisheries conservation organizations. He is an avid hunter, angler, and advocate for wild places and wild things. Tom is a past president and current board member for the Montana Wildlife Federation. You can become a member of the Montana Wildlife Federation for $35 per year! Click HERE to become a member today!

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Ancestral Skills for Self-Sufficiency

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 03:10:43 GMT

Patrick Farneman is the executive director of Bridges to the Past, the non-profit parent organization that hosts the annual "Between the Rivers" skills gathering near Valley, Washington. Patrick has been published in Survival Quarterly Magazine, and in The Bulletin of Primitive Technology. He has been an instructor at Rabbitstick, Wintercount, Echoes in Time, and Saskatoon Circle Gatherings, and has taught classes in ancestral skills privately and for multiple organizations for over 30 years.

Learn more here: https://www.betweentheriversgathering.com/

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This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects.

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Poaching, Guiding, and Conservation on the Lower Zambezi River

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:26:23 GMT

Moses Chiguta has been guiding professionally for the past 25 years. He currently works as a guide for Chiawa Camp, located on the banks of the Zambezi River, under a grove of evergreen Mahogany trees. Chiawa Camp holds the prime position in the heart of Zambia’s Lower Zambezi National Park.

Moses comes from Kabwadu village in Chiawa chiefdom and he started his guiding career in 1999 as trainee guide. By 2005 he was a fully qualified guide in the fields of game drives, walks, canoeing and boating/angling. Moses’ favorite animal is a Baboon as traditionally he hails from the “Baboon” clan and he therefore enjoys watching them as they play around while feeding.

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Fishery Management in the Bob Marshall and Conservation of Montana's Public Lands

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:39:18 GMT

Jim Vashro serves on the board of directors for the Montana Wildlife Federation and worked for 39 years with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks before retiring as the regional fisheries manager in Kalispell where he lives with his wife Sandi. In the last 20 years, he focused on aquatic education and access, still active with Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW), Hooked on Fishing, Casting For Recovery and Bowhunter Education as well as crusading against illegal fish introductions. Currently, he is the president of Flathead Wildlife, Inc. when not fishing, hunting, hiking or paddling somewhere.

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This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects.

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The Complete Guide to the Tatshenshini River: Including the Upper Alsek River.

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 02:05:05 GMT

Russ Lyman grew up in northwest Washington State. He received a B.S. degree in Visual Communications from Western Washington University and then spent a couple of years in Ketchum, Idaho. In 1989 he began his river guiding career in Haines, Alaska, and started guiding on the Tatshenshini and Alsek Rivers in 1990. He has also worked as a river rafting guide in the Arctic, Chile, Indonesia, Nepal and Ethiopia. He lives in Haines, Alaska with his wife Cynthia, where he runs his publishing business, Cloudburst Productions.

Russ draws maps and gathers inspiration from the majestic Saint Elias and Coast Range Mountains which surround him. He began his river guiding career in Haines in 1989 and has made over 40 trips down the Tatshenshini and Alsek Rivers since then, as well as guided on rivers in other parts of the world.

Russ has been a volunteer DJ at KHNS since 1990, covering a variety of different shows over the years. Russ is one of the coauthors of The Complete Guide to the Tatshenshini River: Including the Upper Alsek River.

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Rivers of the Northern Rockies: Protect, Restore and Conserve with AMERICAN RIVERS

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 19:25:06 GMT

The Northern Rockies region is home to the largest collection of pristine free-flowing rivers and native trout fisheries left in the lower 48 states. The headwaters of these pristine rivers originate in three sprawling wilderness complexes – the Crown of the Continent along the US-Canadian border; the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem where the Missouri, Snake, and Green rivers are born; and the Salmon-Selway Ecosystem in central Idaho, where endangered salmon and steelhead still migrate 900 miles from the Pacific Ocean to spawn.

These rivers are defined by their WILD, FREE-FLOWING CHARACTER, clean water, intact native fish and wildlife assemblages, and world-class recreation opportunities. All of the native fish species that were present here two centuries ago can still be found here today, including five subspecies of cutthroat trout, bull trout, rainbow trout, steelhead, Chinook salmon, and white sturgeon. Among the iconic wildlife species that call these rivers home are grizzly and black bears, gray wolves, wolverine, river otters, bald eagles, trumpeter swans, moose and elk.

Scott Bosse works with local citizens, outdoor recreationists, businesses, elected officials, and Native American tribes to build support for river protection efforts in Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. Scott joined American Rivers in 2009. Prior to that, he spent eight years as Director of Aquatic Conservation for the Greater Yellowstone Coalition and four years as Conservation Scientist for Idaho Rivers United. He started his professional career as a fisheries biologist for the U.S. Bureau of Land Management in Idaho’s Salmon River drainage and the National Park Service in Olympic National Park, Washington. His proudest achievement was spearheading the successful campaign to permanently protect 415 miles of the Snake River and its tributaries around Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

LIFE DEPENDS ON RIVERS: It’s not just that rivers make our lives better. We can’t survive without them.

Learn more and support this work at AmericanRivers.org

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Restoring Northwest Salmon and Protecting Wild Rivers with AMERICAN RIVERS.

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 19:52:19 GMT

As the Northwest Regional Director, Sarah Dyrdahl leads the regional team working to protect wild rivers, restore damaged rivers, and conserve clean water for people and nature in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. This is part one of our two part series featuring the work of American Rivers.

Sarah has been working with communities on river conservation and restoration in Alaska and Oregon since 2004, as a staff biologist for a Native Alaskan Tribe and 15 years as a restoration program manager, and then executive director, for Oregon watershed councils. Most recently, Sarah served as the aquatic & riparian specialist and interim deputy division chief for the Oregon Department of Forestry. Before migrating upstream to freshwater ecosystems, Sarah studied nearshore marine ecological communities along the Oregon Coast with the Partnership for Interdisciplinary Studies of Coastal Oceans (PISCO). Sarah grew up in the country, on the banks of the Applegate River in southern Oregon, an experience that she weaves into her dream job of conserving and restoring rivers and landscapes through community building.

When not working, Sarah can be found on or near any body of water, scouring mountain meadows for wildflowers, creeping through forest understories for mushrooms, propagating houseplants, or gardening in pursuit of the next delicious meal.

Learn more and support this work at AmericanRivers.org

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Housing Veterans at the Valor House with the Missoula Housing Authority and Veterans Inc.

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 22:21:26 GMT

Missoula Housing Authority (“MHA”) is an independent nonprofit public organization with a portfolio of 1,178 rent-restricted apartments and housing choice vouchers, providing affordable housing to more than 4,500 very low-, low and middle-income veterans, families with children, elderly and disabled, foster youth and homeless, as well as working Missoulians.

MHA is the second largest public housing authority in Montana and is recognized as a progressive, forward-thinking agency that creatively implements services and uses innovative development financing. Missoula Housing Authority’s mission is to provide quality housing solutions for low and middle-income households in Missoula and the surrounding area through creative partnerships and innovative development. MHA has been creating quality housing solutions since 1978.

Since 2005, Missoula Housing Authority (MHA) has operated Valor House, Montana’s first transitional apartments for homeless veterans, in partnership with the Veterans Administration and the Poverello Center. Valor House’s goals are to help homeless Veterans achieve residential stability, increase their skill levels and/or income, and obtain greater self-determination. Program participants live at Valor House for up to 2-years while accessing supportive services addressing the issues that led to homelessness with the goal of transitioning into sustainable permanent housing.

Veterans Inc. provides services throughout Montana and North Dakota. Staff are ready to assist Veterans through our Employment and Training Program; and Supportive Services for Veteran Families funded in part by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program.

Links:

Veteran’s Inc.’s program: https://www.veteransinc.org/services/montana-and-north-dakota/

Missoula Housing Authority: https://www.missoulahousing.org/

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Maori Tattooing with Ta Moko Artist, Tama Raihania.

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 03:18:59 GMT

Tama Raihania has been drawing and studying Maori artwork and Moko patterns since his early childhood. This interview tells the story of the evolution of tattooing. Tama is a "Tohunga Tā Moko" (Ta Moko tattoo artist). The word tattoo comes from the Tahitian "tatu" which means "to mark something." It is arguably claimed that tattooing has existed since 12,000 years BC. The modern pronunciation of the word is due to a mispronunciation by earlier explorers such as Lieutenant James Cook.

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Tlingit Way of Life and Importance of Salmon with Culture Bearer, Lani Hotch.

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 03:12:17 GMT

For this episode, we sit down in the village of Klukwan, known to be the capital of the Tlingit national - located near Haines, Alaska. This interview features an indigenous elder named Lani Hotch, the culture bearer for the Tlingit Nation. Lani Hotch is a leader and activist. Lani is the culture bearer for the Klukwan community. She is a traditional and contemporary weaver who lives a traditional Tlingit lifestyle based on the seasons.

Learn more about ways in which you can work collectively to stop the Palmer Mine Project by visiting: https://chilkatforever.org/the-threat

Show Notes:

00:00:03 - Lani Hotch intro

00:00:40 - Podcast intro

00:01:31 - Tlingit greeting and intro for Lani Hotch

00:03:50 - Lani describes what she sees when she looks out her window in the village of Klukwan, Alaska.

00:05:00 - Lani talks about her early adventures and the ways in which conservation played a role in her upbringing.

00:13:00 - Lani sings a song that reminds her of her early years.

00:14:16 - Lani shares a background on the Tlingit culture, foraging, and hunting as a substance lifestyle in Southeast Alaska.

00:22:56 - Bald eagles

00:32:05 - Lani sings her version of "Redemption Songs" by Bob Marley.

00:39:52 - Short break for a message from our sponsor, Xplorer Maps.

00:45:22 - Palmer Mine Project (a serious threat to communities, wildlife, water and tourism).

00:56:18 - Lani sings the Tlingit National Anthem.

01:01:11 - "Conservation Tip of the Week" from the Montana Wildlife Federation.

01:02:43 - Original Didgeridoo Music by Mandela van Eeden and Steve Saroff ("Didgeridoo Heartbeat").

***Mandela van Eeden and Steve Saroff now have FOUR SINGLES on Spotify and Apple Music! You can support their music by searching for "Didgeridoo River Meditation" "Didgeridoo Taboo" "Didgeridoo Heartbeat" and "Didgeridoo Blacktail Canyon" then adding them to your playlist on Spotify or Apple Music! Thank you so much for supporting this original music.

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Music and Culture of the Hualapai Nation

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 12:00:55 GMT

This episode was recorded on the Colorado River within the walls of the Grand Canyon. Clayborn Nodman is a traditional singer, story teller, dancer and member of the Hualapai or Walapai. The Hualapai are a tribe of Native Americans who live in the mountains of northwestern Arizona, United States. Today they are enrolled in the Hualapai Indian Tribe of the Hualapai Indian Reservation.

The name, meaning "people of the tall trees", is derived from the Hualapai word for ponderosa pine. Their traditional territory is a 108-mile stretch along the pine-clad southern side of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River with the tribal capital located at Peach Springs. This episode was recorded in various side canyons of the Grand Canyon.

All music is original to the guests of the show...

***Mandela van Eeden and Steve Saroff just released their FIRST SINGLES on Spotify. You can support their music by searching for "Didgeridoo River Meditation" and "Didgeridoo Taboo" then adding them to your playlist on Spotify or Apple Music! Thank you so much for supporting this original music.

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Living the life of an international fly fishing guide, journalist and photographer.

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 12:00:52 GMT

Join us on the edge of the Clark Fork River for an interview with Jess McGlothlin, an international fly fishing guide, journalist and photographer. Jess was born in Colombia Falls, Montana. She grew up fly fishing, riding horses and doing rodeo events. Jess has documented fisheries in five continents but continues to return to Missoula inbetween international assignments. Jess speaks about the influx of new residents in Missoula and how that can both be a positive and negative thing for our rivers and resources. Jess shares with us the importance of proper fish handling as we enter into yet another hot summer. One of the main takeaways of this episode is the concept of "KEEP FISH WET" a concept of keeping fish (especially trout) in the river during the hot summer months in order to protect them, their slim and the health of fisheries for future generations.

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Fishing, Filming and Conservation in Montana

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 12:00:58 GMT

This episode was recorded on a drift boat while floating down the Clark Fork River near Missoula, Montana. Matt Devlin was born and raised on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay, but has lived “Out West” so long now, that autocorrect had to step in for the assist in the spelling of the aforementioned estuary.

He has made his living off of the water for over half his life and for the past 10+ years has been involved with photography and video production. Transitioning out of a life as a full time fly fishing guide he is focusing on running the Montana Fishing Film Festival and his small studio PMD Productions. He has done work for NRS, SIMMS, Costa del Mar Sunglasses, G Loomis Rod Co., Trout Unlimited, The Montana Wildlife Federation, Casting for Recovery, Cheeky Fishing, CD rods, True Lacrosse, and Patagonia.

He believes that all outdoor sports documentaries, at their best, are human interest stories. And that while camera and post production tricks come and go, good storytelling is timeless. He won a 2018 Drake Magazine film award for "best story" for his work on the film LANDSICK and was nominated in 2020 for "best story" for his film "Denny's Fly Box"

He worked on and near the rivers of Missoula as a fishing guide for 11 seasons. Also earning a USCG captain's license in Key West FL during that time. Ultimately choosing to throw himself at creative pursuits full time. Started the Montana Fishing Film Festival simply to show a film a buddy had made about fishing in Montana and the rest is history.

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Starting a School + Nature Reserve in South Africa

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 12:00:14 GMT

Recorded in the thatch hut at the most southern tip of Africa, Mandela sits down with her grandmother's best friend to discuss how they saved the landscape and permanently protected the ecosystem and wildlife in the area. Adriaan Mocke build a school and opened it to all races during the years of apartheid in South Africa. He is now 93 years old and he continues to give back to this community, garden, work at his school and tend to his public library everyday. His life experiences and wisdom are carefully passed down through his talent for story telling and teaching.

***Mandela van Eeden and Steve Saroff just released their FIRST SINGLE on Spotify. You can support their music by searching for "Didgeridoo River Meditation" and adding it to your playlist on Spotify or Apple Music! Thank you so much for support this original music and stay tuned for the second single which will be released on July 19, 2024.

Follow the adventures and interviews in real time at TrailLessTraveled.net and be sure to check out our visual series on YouTube!!!

The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects. Learn more at XplorerMaps.com and be sure to follow the adventures of their story maps on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

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Connection Through Yoga, Hunting, Foraging and Kayaking in Alaska.

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 12:00:44 GMT

Jodee Dixon is a multitalented and incredibly humble woman who has traveled the world as a professionally sponsored and world renowned whitewater kayaker. Jodee is the founder of "The Yoga Path" and teaches many forms of Yoga. She is an Artemis Sportswomen ambassador and avid hunter/angler. She lives in Juneau, Alaska and enjoys hunting black bear, Sitka blacktail deer, elk, Dahl sheep and grouse. She is an inspiration to all who are graced by her presence.

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Cycling from Alaska to Mexico (and then around Spain)!

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 12:00:53 GMT

Our adventures behind Big Sky Bikes continue with Josh Tack and Sarah Raz. This time we will cycle with them from Alaska to Mexico on a test run before getting married and then cycling around Spain for the Honeymoon. They share some excellent advice on multi day cycling trips and life in general. This is part two of our two part interview with Josh and Sarah.

Xplorer Maps is a small family business based in Missoula, Montana with deep roots in Africa. Xplorer Maps has over 60+ hand drawn story maps of destinations from all over the world, including our national parks. Xplorer Maps and The Trail Less Traveled both share the vision of connecting people and place through storytelling, conservation, art, history and culture. We're collaborating to Bring Cartography to Life through story maps, podcasts, live presentations and a multimedia visual series on social media.

Follow the adventures and interviews in real time at TrailLessTraveled.net and be sure to check out our visual series on YouTube!!!

The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Adventure Cycling Basics and Exploring Peru with a Missoula Power Couple

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:34 GMT

Josh Tack and Sarah Raz met while working at Adventure Cycling. They have bicycled around the world and still love cycling around Missoula and supporting local bike shops such as Big Sky Bikes and Free Cycles. For this episode we look back at how they got into cycling and their first international trip cycling around Peru. This is part one of our two part interview with them!

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Deep Dive into the Outdoor Industry and Gear with Rick Saez

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 12:00:58 GMT

Join us deep within the forests of Northern Vermont for an interview with the host of the Outdoor Biz podcast to talk about every aspect of the outdoor gear industry. Featuring an interview with outdoor industry expert and podcast host, Rick Saez.

Rick has 20+ years of boundless focus in the Outdoor industry as an award-winning product innovator, brand marketer, consultant, content creator, eco-educator, guide and podcaster. He is the former Director of Product, Marketing, and Sales for Outdoor industry trailblazers Eagle Creek, JanSport, Umpqua, Dana Design, and Lowepro. Learn more by visiting https://ricksaez.com/

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Tracking Lions, Myth, and Wilderness in Samburu

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 13:00:07 GMT

Tracking Lions, Myth, and Wilderness in Samburu is provocative look at the vital connection between human beings, the natural world and meaningful knowledge.

While tracking a lion with a Samburu headman and then, later, eluding human assailants who may be tracking him, Jon Turk experiences people at their best and worst. As the tracker and the tracked, Jon reveals how the stories we tell each other, and the stories spinning in our heads, can be moulded into innovation, love and co-operation — or harnessed to launch armies. Seeking escape from the confusion we create for ourselves and our neighbours with our think-too-much-know-it-all brains, Jon finds liberation within a natural world that spins no fiction.

Set in a high-adventure narrative on the unforgiving savannah, Tracking Lions, Myth, and Wilderness in Samburu explores the aboriginal wisdoms that endowed our Stone Age ancestors with the power to survive – and how, since then, myth, art, music, dance, and ceremony have often been hijacked and distorted within our urban, scientific, oil-soaked world.

Dr. Jon Turk is a scientist, author, and National Geographic award-winning explorer whose worldview was altered by extended visits with Moolynaut, a Siberian shaman.

He earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry in 1971 and was nominated by National Geographic as one of the Top Ten Adventurers of the Year in 2012. Between these bookends, Jon co-authored the first college-level environmental science textbook in North America, followed by 35 additional texts, and five books about my adventures. At the same time, he kayaked around Cape Horn, across the North Pacific from Japan to Alaska, and around Ellesmere Island. Jon has also made numerous first ski descents and first rock climbing ascents around the globe.

Jon's current work focuses on honoring the power of Nature as a means of achieving Presence within the modern opulent, scientific, corporate, and uber-political 21st century. He relies heavily on the teachings of indigenous peoples who lived sustainably on this planet for millennia.

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The radio version of the show includes copyright music and premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST. You can live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps.

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Emergency medicine and working as a Life Flight Nurse

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 16:40:35 GMT

\Casey was raised in Pittsburgh, PA and started her education at a nursing school on the east coast. The beach was calling her name and she moved to Daytona Beach, Florida just after college graduation. Her hospital experience includes ICU and ED and she started her flight nursing career in 2003. She has worked at several transport programs across the country to include Orlando, Salt Lake City and now in Missoula, Montana.

Currently, she is one of the Clinical Education Managers for Life Flight Network. The best part of her job is she gets to be directly involved with the flight crew’s education and she also works a 24 hour shift each week flying in Montana. Education and kindness are her two professional passions. Teaching crew members some of the hard lessons she has learned and perpetuating kindness make her heart happy.

Casey is married to a very patient man, has two little girls and a Golden Doodle. Her house is in a constant state of chaos however, this is just the way she likes it. She loves to travel, which has not worked out well since COVID. Casey is hopeful that 2024 brings health, more hugs and new travel destinations.

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The radio version of the show includes copyright music and premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST. You can live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Wildlife Conservation in Tennessee with Game Warden and Wildlife Biologist, Don Chance.

Sun, 26 May 2024 07:15:55 GMT

This was Recorded in Catoosa Wildlife Management Area in Tennessee. We sit in the Catoosa Savanna Project with Wildlife Biologist and Game Warden, Don Chance. Don talks about what the landscape looked like 200 years ago and the work he is doing in order to bring back the savanna of Tennessee while restoring habitat for wildlife. We learn about Tennessee and why it is the most biodiverse state in the USA. We discuss the connection between hunting, fishing and conservation. We talk about the path to becoming a Game Warden and how fulfilling it can be to work in wildlife conservation.

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Bitterroot Alpine Guides provides inspired outdoor pursuits in the Bitterroot and Sapphire mountains of western Montana.

Sun, 19 May 2024 20:46:37 GMT

Paul Belanger is the founder and lead guide for Bitterroot Alpine Guides. His passion in life has been centered around connecting people with the the natural world through outdoor pursuits of all kinds. He is a skilled naturalist and birder and believes deeply that getting outdoors is good for the mind, body and soul. Paul has dedicated his career to helping young and old develop their “sense of place” and connecting to the land, water and wildlife.

Paul's professional background working outdoors began with a couple of summers working for the United States Forest in Montana. Paul began his graduate studies in science educations with a year-long residency at the Teton Science School and then to the University of Montana. These experiences forged Paul's abilities as a naturalist and educator and led him into a career over the next two decades in conservation and education with the Nature Conservancy of Montana and the Montana Audubon Society. These transformative years introduced Paul to some of the most spectacular landscapes and people in Montana and, deepened his understanding of working landscapes that support both people and wildlife. Always looking to expand his audience and his horizons, Paul moved into the world of education and adventure travel working as a travel program specialist, education leader and professional guide to the National Parks of the west, Belize and Costa Rica.

Paul’s greatest pride and joy is his beautiful family including his wife Dulcie who is a beautiful ceramic artist and teacher and his two boys Finn and Tucker. Rounding out the family homestead are Zephyr the Lab, Whinnie the Cat and Phoenix the chicken. Paul enjoys fly-fishing, wilderness camping, skiing, subsistence hunting, traveling, mountain biking and tending to his ever expanding garden.

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The radio version of the show includes copyright music and premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST. You can live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Thousand year history of Morocco

Tue, 14 May 2024 21:02:03 GMT

This interview features two young Moroccan men, Moustapha and Saber. Each speaking multiple languages fluently while sharing traditional "Moroccan Whiskey" (Green tea with mint), they explain a thousand year history of Morocco, their culture, Islam, traditional spices, food, tips about traveling in the Kingdom of Morocco and why sugar is the most important ingredient in their tea. This interview will also surprise you in terms of the diverse array of musical selections from these two Moroccans.

This interview was recorded in the heart of Marrakesh, Morocco, in Jemaa el-Fnaa, a busy square and market place in Marrakesh's medina quarter (old city). Jemaa el-Fnaa, literally means the place of punishment as it used to be where criminals underwent judgement and potential penalty in the public eye.

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The radio version of the show includes copyright music and premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST. You can live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps.

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Cultural Lore of the Gubbi Gubbi tribe in eastern Australia.

Sun, 05 May 2024 18:42:02 GMT

Recorded on the land of the Gubbi Gubbi in eastern Australia. We learn about the numerous similarities between Indigenous Aboriginal Australians and the First Nations Peoples of the Americas. Aboriginal Australians lived in harmony with the land and animals for hundreds of thousands of years prior to the arrival of Captain Cook. Alex Bond is a descendant of one of the last chiefs in this area of Australia, he is an activist, musician and storyteller.

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Fishing, Diving and Conservation from the perspective of a 12-year old South African.

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 12:00:22 GMT

Conroy McQuaid is twelve years old. His parents owned a diving outfitter off the coast of Mozambique and he grew up on a boat, fishing, diving and learning to love and protect the ocean. Conroy's father recently passed away and he shares some of his memories of his father and what they shared together on South African land and water. Conroy is passionate about wildlife conservation and saving the rhino.

Conroy is now growing up on a private nature reserve at the most southern tip of Africa. Conroy's great grandfather was good friends with Mandela's grandmother who created this nature reserve. This episode was recorded in a thatch hut in the bush near the most southern tip of Africa.

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Storytelling through Puppetry in South Africa

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 21:06:26 GMT

This is an interview that was recorded in the African bush. We sat down with Roshina Ratnam, a South African actress, puppeteer, producer, writer and refugee. Roshina was born in Sri Lanka, her family moved to Zambia at a young age and eventually landed in South Africa during the years of apartheid. This is her journey as a refugee, performer and activist.

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The radio version of the show includes copyright music and premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST. You can live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Fynbos Biodiversity + Conservation

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 21:06:11 GMT

This episode was recorded on an extremely remote private nature reserve at the most southern point of Africa where Mandela grew up and spent much of her childhood. In this episode we speak with Mandela's cousin, Amy Mocke, a school teacher and professional poisonous snake expert and handler. Amy sometimes helps people move cobras and other extremely dangerous snakes when they are in gardens, houses, barns and garages. Amy is also an animal rights activist and caretaker for many species of animals who deserve a second chance. In this episode, Amy speaks about the ecology and human history of South Africa with a focus on snakes, sharks, whales and other vital species who live in the land, sea and sky.

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The radio version of the show includes copyright music and premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST. You can live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Tlingit Culture, Conservation and Connection with Place in Alaska

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 15:49:55 GMT

Louise Brady (X'asheech Tláa) is a Tlingit woman who is a member of the Kiks.ádi Clan from Sitka, Alaska. She is active in cultural preservation, tribal government, and drug and alcohol education and treatment programs. She has worked as a culture and education specialist for the National Park Service and the Sitka Tribe of Alaska, has served on the Sitka Tribe of Alaska Tribal Council, and participates in Tlingit history and culture events, including honoring the ancestors at the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska, remembering the 1804 battle between the Russians and the Sitka Kiks.ádi, and she's worked to preserve Sitka's herring fishery and Native fishing traditions. As a member of the Sitka Kiks.ádi clan, Louise has strong ties to Sitka and to the site of Sitka National Historical Park.

SONG CREDIT -- "All My Relations" Ulali

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Biomimicry Institute + Women's Voices of the Earth

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 22:50:29 GMT

This episode was recorded in Missoula! It features an interview with Bryony Schwan, co-founder of the Biomimicry Institute and founder of Women's Voices of the Earth. Bryony is a lifetime social change activist who has lived in Montana since 1986.

Bryony was born in Zimbabwe and moved to the United States in 1981. She has a BA in Fine Arts from the University of Natal in South Africa and an MS in Environmental Studies from the University of Montana. As an affiliate faculty member at the University of Montana, she taught multiple semester-long courses on topics such as community organizing, women’s leadership, and social change. Bryony has worked for more than 30 years in the environmental movement, including 8 years as the co-founder and Executive Director of the Biomimicry Institute and 12 years as the founder and Executive Director of Women's Voices of the Earth. She has received several awards for her work including Montana’s Jeannette Rankin Peacemaker of the Year Award.

Mandela and Bryony met 15+ years ago while guiding whitewater together on the Main Salmon River.

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Cultural Lore of the Gubbi Gubbi with Aunty Hope O'Chin

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 16:25:56 GMT

The interview was recorded on the land of the Gubbi Gubbi tribe in eastern Australia. We are invited into the home of a female elder by the name of Dr. Aunty Hope O'Chin. We will take a cultural, historical and musical look at some of the 250 unique groups of Indigenous Aboriginal Australians. She also explains how to coexist, respect and heal communities and the planet. Aunt Hope was kind enough to share her family's tragic history inside government camps and her peoples fight for human rights. This is a great interview and excellent anthropological documentation.

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The radio version of the show includes copyright music and premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST. You can live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects. Learn more at XplorerMaps.com and be sure to follow the adventures of their story maps on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

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Nomadic Life in the Sahara Desert

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 20:58:15 GMT

Recorded on location in a nomad camp in the Sahara Desert on the border between Algeria and Morocco.

This interview features an in depth look at nomadic life in the largest desert on earth. Featuring men from Arabic, Bedouin, Berber & Tuareg tribes who were born and raised in a nomadic family utilizing camels and constant movement as a way of life. From the games they would play as children while herding goats to the staple items one must have in order to survive, including camel milk, dates, salted meat, wells, celestial navigation, turbans and family. Learn why being a nomad teaches you patience and hospitality. Learn why stress doesn't exist in a nomad's life. This interview will take you into a carpeted tent under some of the tallest sand-dunes in the world during a full moon while the sand-storms blow to the West.

The Sahara Desert, aṣ-ṣaḥrāʼ al-kubrá, 'the Great Desert’. Covers an area of 3,600,000 sq miles, the Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world comparable to the area of China & the US. The name 'Sahara' is derived from a dialectal Arabic word, ṣaḥra, meaning “desert". For hundreds of thousands of years, the Sahara has alternated between desert & savanna grassland in a 41,000 year cycle caused by the precession of the Earth's axis as it rotates around the Sun, which changes the location of the North African Monsoon. The area is next expected to become green in about 15,000 years. Learn more and support their work by visiting https://cnha.org

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Salmon and Steelhead Recovery

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 18:00:44 GMT

This interview was recorded during a salmon and steelhead recovery expedition on the Main Salmon River in the Frank Church Wilderness of No Return.

This show features an interview with the critically acclaimed author, David James Duncan, as well as Lindwood Laughy, Bill Chetwood and Diana Yupe.

David James Duncan is an American novelist and essayist, best known for his two bestselling novels, The River Why and The Brothers K. Both novels received the Pacific Northwest Booksellers award; The Brothers K was a New York Times Notable Book in 1992 and won a Best Books Award from the American Library Association. David lives with his family in Missoula.

Linwood Laughy, known as "Lin" to the thousands of heritage travelers he has guided along the Lewis & Clark Trail in Idaho's Nez Perce Country. Linwood Laughy writes with an intellectual mind and a blue-collar heart. His new novel, The Fifth Generation: A Nez Perce Tale, reflects both his Harvard education and his working class background, along with extensive knowledge of his subject matter and a writing style described by reviewers as exquisite, passionate and poetic.

Following a professional career in Alaska, Lin returned to his favorite haunts in north central Idaho where he lives a rural life near the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. He frequently travels, both physically and spiritually, the trails and towns of which he writes.

Bill Chetwood of Lewiston, Idaho began fishing for steelhead in the Clearwater, Selway and Lochsa Rivers in 1946. Now in his 90's, Bill continues to support the breaching of the lower Snake River dams in frequent letters-to-the-editor of the Lewiston Morning Tribune and conversations with Lewiston residents.

Diana Yupe was a Shonshone-Bannock elder and ranger based at Indian Creek campground and wilderness runway on the Middlefork of the Salmon River. She will be fondly remembered and missed by all those who listened to her stories on the edge of the Middlefork Salmon.

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Canyonlands Natural History Association

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 06:36:38 GMT

Canyonlands Natural History Association (CNHA) is a non-profit organization, which exists solely to assist the National Park Service, the U.S. Forest Service, and the Bureau of Land Management in their education and visitor efforts. Proceeds from sales support these agencies’ educational, interpretive, and scientific programs on the Colorado Plateau.

CNHA has supported the parks and public lands of southeastern Utah since 1967. Funding comes from memberships, private donations, and sales from retail outlets and online store, and is used to support our partner agencies’ educational, interpretive, and scientific programs.

Since its inception, CNHA has donated more than $20 million to our public land partners’ educational and research efforts.

Sam Wainer’s long-standing commitment to Canyonlands Natural History Association (CNHA) and extensive experience in this realm date back before he joined CNHA in 1996 (when he started as a seasonal employee ). By 1997, he was offered a permanent position as the warehouse and operations assistant and soon after became the warehouse manager. In 2000, he was promoted to inventory specialist, and in 2006 to operations manager, a position he served in until his promotion to executive director.

Wainer and his wife Heidi have lived in Moab since 1996 and raised two sons, Tobin and Kai. The entire family has been active members of the community; Wainer has been a volunteer DJ at KZMU Moab Community Radio and has coached local baseball, basketball and soccer. He also chaired the Moab Area Travel Council Advisory Board from 2013 to 2015 and served as president of the Peaks Plateaus and Canyons Association.

Learn more and support their work by visiting https://cnha.org

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Zion National Park Forever Project

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 20:22:03 GMT

Join us on location in Zion National Park for an interview with sit down with Zach Almaguer, the Director of Marketing & Communications for Zion National Park Forever Project. We take a look at the history, culture, biodiversity, conservation, and educational outreach within Utah's first National Park.

The Zion Forever Mission at Work:

Improving Today

Established with the future in mind, National Parks and Monuments have critical needs today. With your grass-root support, we provide the park, and the women and men who operate it, critical resources that matter now.

Informing Tomorrow

Programs focused on the next generation of land stewards recognize that youth are not just part of the solution tomorrow; they are part of the answer today. Investments in education and inspirational experiences assure their success.

Protecting Forever

Conserving fragile and unique outdoor experiences is essential. Because of you, the Zion Forever Project remains committed to ensuring that our work lasts forever. That means focusing on sustainable solutions.

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The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Grand Canyon Conservancy

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 09:30:01 GMT

Grand Canyon Conservancy is the official philanthropic and collaborative partner of Grand Canyon National Park. Our mission is to inspire generations of park champions to cherish and support the natural and cultural wonder of Grand Canyon.

Preserve and protect Grand Canyon by joining Grand Canyon Conservancy! Your support will help fund projects including trails and historic building restoration, educational programs for youth and the public, the protection of wildlife and their natural habitat, and the preservation of the canyon's rich Indigenous history and culture.

https://www.grandcanyon.org/protect-grand-canyon/ways-to-give/membership

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The "Legends of Yellowstone" featuring Leo Leckie, the co-founder of the Yellowstone Wolf Family Tree on Ancestry.com

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 06:42:18 GMT

For this episode, Mandela stepped back as a producer and asked Dr. Nathan Varley to interview his friend and colleague, Leo Leckie. During one of the coldest days recorded, they discuss close encounters with grizzly bears, famous Yellowstone wolves, and the incredible ways in which wolves are helping underprivileged youth in southern california.

Leo Leckie is the co-founder of the Yellowstone Wolf Family Tree on Ancestry.com. Leo has given everyone the opportunity to follow the bloodlines as well as the stories behind the wolves of Yellowstone National Park from the reintroduction in 1995 to today. Leo is a writer, an author and an storyteller.

During this recording, the team runs into bison and other key stone species.

The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Yellowstone Wolf Tracker

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 14:00:06 GMT

PART II of our interview with Dr. Nathan Varley. This interview was recorded in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone National Park whilst observing wolves with Dr. Varley.

Nathan grew up in Yellowstone National Park in the tiny community of Mammoth Hot Springs. His parents have been biologists and park rangers that have lived and worked in the park for 3 decades. Following in the family footsteps, Nathan studied biology at Montana State University where he earned B. S. and M. S. degrees.

The ecology of mountain goats in the Absaroka Mountains on Yellowstone's eastern edge was his research topic. Further adventure in wildlife studies took him among moose in Alaska, guanacos in Patagonia, and pine marten in Idaho.

His trails have led home as often as afar, where Yellowstone's coyotes, bears, river otters and gray wolves became primary study subjects. As a contributor to the historic gray wolf restoration project he has often been in the field tracking wolves. His research at the University of Alberta focused on the relationship between wolves and elk after wolf reintroduction.

With his wife, Linda Thurston, Nathan owns his own wildlife touring business group, Yellowstone Wolf Tracker which specializes in outfitting groups to view wolves, other wildlife, and all that the Yellowstone wilderness has to offer.

This is part II of II episodes we recorded with Dr. Varley. Follow the adventures and interviews in real time at TrailLessTraveled.net and be sure to check out our visual series on YouTube!!!

The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Growing up in Yellowstone National Park and the Journey Back Through Wolves

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 13:00:51 GMT

Nathan Varley grew up in Yellowstone National Park in the tiny community of Mammoth Hot Springs. His parents have been biologists and park rangers that have lived and worked in the park for 3 decades. Following in the family footsteps, Nathan studied biology at Montana State University where he earned B. S. and M. S. degrees.

This is part I of II episodes we recorded with Dr. Varley. Follow the adventures and interviews in real time at TrailLessTraveled.net and be sure to check out our visual series on YouTube!!!

The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Yellowstone Forever: Kinship and Communities in Yellowstone National Park

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 13:35:32 GMT

Sam Archibald is a Lead Field Educator for Yellowstone Forever.

After completing his B.A. in history, Sam served with the US Peace Corps, working with an Ecuadorian nonprofit organization to develop outdoor leadership and environmental education programs for youth. Sam has continued to focus on outdoor education, joining the National Park Service as a Crew Leader for the Yellowstone Youth Conservation Corps and earning his Master’s in Environmental Management degree (Western Colorado University). Sam first joined Yellowstone Forever's team as a winter seasonal educator and became a permanent lead educator in 2022. Sam is grateful for every day he gets to spend out in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and looks forward to the continual discoveries offered by this wild and wonderful landscape.

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The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Building & Rowing Historic Wooden Boats in the Grand Canyon

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:23:22 GMT

Brad Dimock is an author, boat builder, geologist and Grand Canyon river guide. He has been guiding in the Grand Canyon since the early 70s and has starred in historic films about the Grand Canyon. Brad has studied boat building methods from around the world and continues to build and row wooden boats out of this museum/boat shop in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Check out his amazing website: https://fretwaterboatworks.com

Check out this award winning short film about Brad and his boat shop:

https://vimeo.com/465399482?embedded=true&source=vimeo_logo&owner=3637895

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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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The Story of Singing in Africa

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:47:09 GMT

This interview features Mthunzi Nokubeka, Juan Burgers & Reuben Mbonambi. Mthunzi is a Xhosa opera singer and school teacher. Juan is a professional opera singer, pianist, and singing instructor. Reuben is a Zulu opera singer who just won third in the world at the Belvedere Singing Competition.

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The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Regenerative Farming & Indigenous Conservation in Zambia with Rolf Shenton

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:26:22 GMT

Rolf Shenton grew up living in the bush and farming in Zambia. He is passionate about regenerative farming and preserving biodiversity. Rolf is the founder of Grassroots Trust Limited, a non-profit focused on helping communities shape a viable future. They use and promote holistic management framework to guide decision making and hope to contribute to a regenerating environment and resilient income streams in Zambia.

They are able to do this by focusing on building community-based resource management structures, low input agriculture, wildlife management, and holistic planned grazing. We would like to extend a big shout out to Cactus Agony, a local Zambian musician and friend of Rolf, for the use of his song "Bush Territory". Watch the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCQ9LlWvq2E

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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Air Force Survival School with Ray Young and Tom Lucyens

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 22:26:44 GMT

Join us at the Rabbit Stick traditional skills gathering for an interview with Ray Young and Tom Lucyens. Two retired survival instructors for the U.S. Air Force. Specially, Ray and Tom teach Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE).

SERE is a training program that prepares U.S. military personnel, U.S. Department of Defense civilians, and private military contractors to survive and "return with honor" in survival scenarios. The curriculum includes survival skills, evading capture, application of the military code of conduct, and techniques for escape from captivity. Formally established by the U.S. Air Force at the end of World War II and the start of the Cold War, it was extended to the Navy and United States Marine Corps and consolidated within the Air Force during the Korean War with greater focus on "resistance training".

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The radio version of the show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Humanism in Zambia with Bridget Mulindi Meyer

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 13:32:21 GMT

Bridget Mulindi Meyer was born and raised in NSongwe village, exactly one kilometer from rapid number ten on the Zambezi River. Bridget is an environmentalist and humanist with an exceptional singing voice and a heart of gold. Bridget is dedicated to helping others and has extensive knowledge of the balance required in order to maintain a healthy ecosystem for communities and wildlife in Zambia.

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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We are both a podcast/radio series AND an international outreach program. If you feel like supporting this work, we really appreciate it. By donating as little as $3/month, you are helping us complete work in the fields of wildlife conservation and cultural preservation. Donate here (Patreon.com/TrailLessTraveled) & thanks for considering!

This episode was recorded on location in collaboration with Xplorer Maps. We want to extend boatloads of gratitude to Xplorer Maps for their generous support of this podcast and international outreach programs paired with conservation projects. Learn more at XplorerMaps.com and be sure to follow the adventures of their story maps on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

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"Big Water Bob" was one of the first guides on the Zambezi River

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:19:27 GMT

Bob Meyer, "Big Water Bob" grew up in the U.S. and came to the Zambezi River in the early 1980s to guide whitewater and train locals. His connection with the Zambezi River can be described as love at first sight. Bob is married to Bridget Meyer, whom he met on the Zambezi River. They both live in the village where Bridget was born and raised exactly one kilometer from rapid number ten on the Zambezi River.

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Zambezi River & Zambian Women in Conservation

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 17:48:47 GMT

Recorded on the edge of the Lower Zambezi River at Chiawa Camp. This interview features a conversation with Juliet Zulu, a consummate hospitality professional who has worked in the industry for 26+ years, including at some of Zambia’s top safari camps. Voted Miss Tourism 1992, Juliet still proudly waves the flag of Beautiful Zambia, having more recently been mentioned as a legend of the Victoria Falls in the British Airways inflight magazine High Life. She is passionate about responsible tourism practices and ethno-tourism, and makes a fine contribution to the high levels of hospitality.

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Falling in Love and Sailing the World

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 16:30:23 GMT

"When Fabio and I first met, I was on vacation and he was at work. I was en route to Kuna Yala, an autonomous indigenous zone on the Caribbean coast of Panama, on a solo trip. As it happened, he was captaining a charter boat there, which offered an affordable way to cruise Kuna Yala. We met in the dark at 5:30am in Panama City waiting for the bus out to the jump-off point for the boat.

We spent just a few days sailing together on that trip, with a motley crew of travelers, American ex-pats, a Panamanian party animal named Jorge (pronounced Jor-HEEEEEEY!) and the Kuna first mate Dino, but by the time I returned to NYC, I was already thinking to myself, “This Fabio guy has it figured out.”

I wrote to him as soon as I got home, and he replied with an offer to sail together again, someday. So began a long, strange correspondence between an urban planner fully immersed in NYC-living and a former psychologist now sailing boats in a remote locale, clinging to the mast for a whiff of cell phone reception.

Fast forward two years, and we are sitting together in Fairhaven Shipyard, on the south coast of Massachusetts, in a tiny sailboat that we co-own and have been refitting for the past 6 months. In the next week or so we will begin to move our boat down the US coast to warmer waters in Florida.

We finally had a going away party recently that ultimately convinced the majority of my friends that Fabio does exist and we are, in fact, sailing off into the sunset..."

Words by Kate Zidar.

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Moving Forward by Looking Back

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 16:58:11 GMT

This is part II of II. Recorded in sea kayaks floating in the Sea of Cortez.

Gary Steele has had a long career as a backcountry guide, blacksmith, outfitter and woodsman and has been leading traditional outdoor skills workshops for years. Learn more and purchase his book, Moving Forward by Looking Back - Memoirs of a Wildman by visiting: https://www.gettinprimitive.com/

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Memoirs of a Wildman: Growing up in Arizona & Fighting for Wilderness in Montana

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:44:18 GMT

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

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Old Montana Cowboy Storytelling

Sat, 28 Oct 2023 16:15:36 GMT

This interview was recorded in a cedar forest on the edge of Jocko Creek during a light rain storm. I sat with an old cowboy named "Dude" who recalls what it was like to grow up living off the land, milking cows for $1/week in order to save money to buy his first pony as a teenager for $60. He rode bulls and broncs, hunting to feed his family and wasn't accepted by most other cowboys because his approach to training horses wasn't the traditional "cowboy" way. Dude talks about respecting and showing love to horses in order to train them and earn their trust. He talks about learning to care for horses' physical and mental health and why he believes horses are sacred beings.

This is a beautiful interview which highlights a time in Montana which many have forgotten.

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Deaf Australian Athlete Builds School For Deaf Children in Uganda

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 16:11:02 GMT

Ceilidh O'Sullivan was born and raised on the Eastern Coast of Australia in a little town known for its delicious ginger beer and all inclusive schools for the disabled. Ceilidh was born profoundly deaf and with the help of her mother, she learned to speak well. At a young age she became obsessed with "Bush Tucker" which is a reference to edible wild foods in Australia. To this day she can go out into the bush or on the beach and gather food to create delicious meals.

Ceilidh almost went to the Olympics as a teenager to compete in BMX biking but instead made the hard decision to undergo surgery and receive a cochlear implant which helped her ear sounds for the first time such as leaves under her feet. Ceilidh is into eco construction and sustainability as a result of her countless trips to Uganda where she built a school for deaf children and had a part in changing that country's attitude regarding the abilities of deaf children.

Show premieres Sunday nights at 6 MST, streaming live online at Trail1033.com & locally (Missoula) on the Trail 103.3 FM

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trail-less-traveled/id1180249343

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Endangered Edens: Exploring the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica, the Everglades, and Puerto Rico.

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:19:39 GMT

Marty Essen is an American naturalist, author, photographer, and professional speaker. He has written seven books, Cool Creatures, Hot Planet: Exploring the Seven Continents, Endangered Edens: Exploring the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica, the Everglades, and Puerto Rico, Time Is Irreverent, Time Is Irreverent 2: Jesus Christ, Not Again! Time Is Irreverent 3: Gone for 16 Seconds, Hits, Heathens, and Hippos: Stories from an Agent, Activist, and Adventurer, and Doctor Refurb.

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Overlanding, Wildlife Conservation & the five most dangerous animals in the U.S.

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 21:13:31 GMT

Join us for an interview with Matt Misicka, the Executive Director of Ohio Conservation Federation. Matt is an avid hunter, angler, and overlander who also works as an instructor for the Overlanding Expo. During this interview, Matt discusses the Farm Bill, Public Lands, Chronic Wasting Disease, the Recovering America's Wildlife Act, and other conservation issues he is working on in Ohio.

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Back to the "Fungal Jungal" with legendary mycologist, Larry Evans.

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:22:48 GMT

Part II of II featuring Larry Evans, aka The Fungal Boogieman!! We just couldn't get enough... so we're featuring him on two episodes.

Stay tuned for a BIG announcement regarding a new partnership which will allow us to continue connecting people with place through storytelling, art, history, culture and wildlife conservation! We will make the announcement on Monday, September 25th. Be sure to follow the show on IG and Facebook in order to stay updated and follow us as we record on location around the world.

Larry Evans has taught mycology since you had to explain what that is. He’s authored dozens of articles, notably, “Soil Carbon and You”. His YouTube channel Fungal Jungal samples his adventures in Russia, Asia, and North and South America; after 15 years of visiting and nearly 2,000 collections placed in the Bolivia National Herbarium, he wrote a Field Guide to Tropical Amazon Mushrooms, republished this year in Spanish.

In 1991 Larry co-founded the Western Montana Mycological Association and he has been instrumental in organizing festivals and forays around Colorado and the Pacific Northwest since. In 1997 he began operating the Black Dog Cafe, and in 2001 he became the first approved commercial mushroom vendor in Montana.

An American diplomat dubbed him the Indiana Jones of mushrooms after an encounter in a taxi in Khabarovsk when he was there buying non timber forest products. He spent 5 years furthering remediation agendas in Ecuador and has developed myco-remediation projects with Amazon (CoRenewal) and Garden City Compost. He wrote and produced 2 CDs of mushroom music; Fungal Boogie and Fungal Boogieman, and was featured in his Telluride Mushroom Festival role in Ron Mann’s 2009 come-documentary, Know Your Mushrooms.

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Foraging for Mushrooms with "The Fungal Boogieman"

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:10:15 GMT

Larry Evans, aka The Fungal Boogieman, has taught mycology since you had to explain what that is. He’s authored dozens of articles, notably, “Soil Carbon and You”. His YouTube channel Fungal Jungal samples his adventures in Russia, Asia, and North and South America; after 15 years of visiting and nearly 2,000 collections placed in the Bolivia National Herbarium, he wrote a Field Guide to Tropical Amazon Mushrooms, republished this year in Spanish.

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Grizzly Bear Biology and Recovery in Montana

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 18:55:06 GMT

Chris Servheen has been working on grizzly bear recovery since 1975. He is the president and board chair of the Montana Wildlife Federation.

Chris retired in 2016 after 35 years with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, where he served as the agency’s first and only Grizzly Bear Recovery Coordinator. In that role, he oversaw the management of grizzlies across the lower 48 states, including in the Greater Yellowstone, Northern Continental Divide, Cabinet-Yaak, Selkirk, and the Bitterroot areas.

Chris has also worked on bear management issues around the world, including chairing the IUCN/SSC Bear Specialist Group for 12 years. Chris has a Ph. D. from the University of Montana, where he continues to work as an adjunct professor of wildlife conservation.

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African Studies with Dr. Paul Robinson

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 12:30:12 GMT

Neva Hassanein is a Professor of Environmental Studies at the University of Montana. For this episode, she interviews her mentor, friend and professor whom she studied with in East Africa.

Paul’s formative years were spent in the Belgian Congo—ay a time when most of Africa was the possession of one or another of Europe’s nations. For more than four decades, his life experiences were largely centered in Africa where he lived, worked, and together with his wife, Margie, raised three children. Then for 15 years, he directed a global service learning program at Wheaton College, where his Africa experience was been enlarged to include much of what is being called “The Majority World.”

His journey in scholarship really began at Northwestern University, where he studied history and was awarded a Fulbright to examine the vulnerability of African communities to protracted drought in the 1970s. His PhD research brought together archival investigation in the U.K. and Kenya, and living oral history from the deserts of the Kenya-Ethiopian frontier, where he spent considerable time walking desert paths and sitting under trees in conversation with Gabra sages, learning how they survived and flourished in one of Africa's harshest environments. This experience anchored his engagement with issues of cultural change and ‘development,’ as well as his commitment to learning from other cultures. For four decades, he shared that learning with college students through cross-cultural learning and service educational programs.

Paul’s scholarship and teaching have always been directly linked to praxis. He continues to work closely with international organizations, assisting with assessment of development initiatives. High points of this include working for two years with Kenyan communities, helping to facilitate integrative responses to the HIV/AIDS pandemic and the past 20 years involved in peace-building, reconciliation, and reconstruction in the Democratic Republic of the Congo through the Congo Initiative. He is passionate about emerging relational and partnership paradigms between North and South to effect changes that improve lives and care for the environment. He gives leadership on several international boards that address global challenges of hunger, poverty, and transformation.

Summing up Dr. Robinson’s teaching, he would say, “Until we begin to recognize how we look through others’ eyes, we will not ‘get it.’" We begin to see with new lenses first through encounter and then into engagement. Then from engagement to relationship. It is in relationship that we begin to find wholeness and well-being. As we find others, we begin to find our true selves.” Perhaps seeing ourselves ultimately as truly human. Paul is committed to understanding through exposure to, involvement with, and learning from other perspectives.

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Tracking African Animals with Game Ranger and Bush Guide, Brad Lourens.

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 15:04:42 GMT

Brad Lourens grew up in Port Elizabeth, in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. As a child, he spent most of his free time at the ocean and during the holidays he would spend time in the bush with his father. He was a part of the Junior Honorary Rangers, where he would assist rangers in the parks. He studied to be a guide in 2007. As a level 2 trails guide, he often takes clients out on game walks where he often gets close to the Big Five.

Brad works as a game ranger/guide in the most famous of the private game reserves near Port Elizabeth. Shamwari is a 70km2/27mi2 conservation project with the Big Five and, like Addo, five of South Africa’s eight biomes. (Nama Karoo, Succulent Karoo, Fynbos, Forest, Thicket, Savanna, Grassland and Desert) Guests can visit the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and Born Free Big Cat Sanctuaries and choose between six luxurious lodges and the Explorer Camp. Swapping four wheels for a walking safari, the Explorer Camp comprises three tents, an outdoor bathroom and a plunge pool on a plateau amid basalt and granite extrusions.

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Establishing free flowing rivers in Patagonia & mitigating the effects of a changing climate.

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 22:21:15 GMT

Mandela interviews two of her clients while rowing them across a glacial lake connecting the Alsek River drainage. Scott and Heather have run over one hundred rivers around the world and they reflect on protecting rivers in South America as well as climate change and the importance of connecting with people wherever you go.

Scott's conservation connection and focus is the Futaleufú River. Based in the town of Futaleufú, nestled at the confluence of the Futaleufú and Espolón rivers, his team works year-round to fulfill their vision of a Patagonia where rivers flow freely, developers are held accountable for their actions, and people and communities have agency over decisions that will affect their watershed, their homes, and their lives.

Futaleufú Riverkeeper’s work is based on the three main pillars of environmental policymaking and litigation, scientific data collection and monitoring, and community education and empowerment. We monitor the watershed and are alert to emerging threats to water and ecosystem health, then take action to combat these threats through policy work and community initiatives. We provide valuable information that contributes to the strengthening and promotion of public policies that protect the rights of rivers and communities. Following the Riverkeeper model, we place special emphasis on developing legal strategies, prosecuting polluters, and taking strong legal action to put a stop to activities that will harm the Futaleufú watershed.

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Biodiversity, Adventure, Conservation & Climate Change.

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 12:30:04 GMT

Dr. Bruce Stein s a scientific expert on biodiversity and wildlife conservation, and serves as the National Wildlife Federation’s chief scientist. The author of numerous publications on conservation biology, endangered species, and climate change, he is also a sought-after speaker and instructor.

Since joining the National Wildlife Federation in 2008, Stein has spearheaded the organization’s work to develop new approaches for carrying out wildlife conservation in an era of climate change. Known as “climate-smart conservation,” these techniques have been widely adopted by wildlife and land managers in the United States and internationally. Stein has served as a scientific advisor to various government agencies, including the U.S. Department of Interior and Department of Defense, and is on the steering committee of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Climate Change Specialist Group.

Prior to joining the National Wildlife Federation, he helped establish the non-profit organization NatureServe, where he served as Chief Scientist, and he spent more than a decade as a senior scientist with The Nature Conservancy. A botanist by training, Stein received his bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and his Ph.D. from Washington University, St. Louis and the Missouri Botanical Garden.

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Steelhead Recovery & Fly Fishing with Mark Martin

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 18:02:00 GMT

Recorded while floating down the Selway River in the heart of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, we invite you to join us for an interview with Mark Martin. Mark is a river and fishing guide in Idaho who serves as a salmon and steelhead advocate for the Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association. Mark is also a writer, conservationist and backcountry skier. Mark is also a fly tier extraordinaire who is known as the "Idaho Guide Bob Ross".

Mark was born and raised in northern Maine: a place and culture where “going for a walk in the woods” is still a legitimate way to fill an empty afternoon. He spent most of his free time fishing, hunting, canoeing, and skiing, and his dad taught him to flyfish and tie flies when he was eleven. Several years of education and work in fisheries conservation led him to a realization that no wild river’s heart and soul could ever be characterized by a series of equations….and right about then he discovered central Idaho and the Middle Fork. It was, as they say, love at first sight. Since then, his natural habitat has become the rower’s seat of a fishing boat.Mark ties all his own flies for fishing, sells a few, and brings a selection of favorites to the Middle Fork for each trip. When not guiding, he finds work as a server at an off-the-grid backcountry ski-in restaurant in the winter in McCall. Somewhere in there he finds the time to fly fish obsessively for steelhead all over the Northwest, and explore Idaho’s mountains on his skis…all while daydreaming about last Middle Fork season, and the next. He is also a favorite amongst our guests and is an incredible fishing guide and has the patience of a sage.

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Sustainable Agriculture with Neva Hassanein

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:30:00 GMT

Neva Hassanein is a Professor of Environmental Studies at the University of

Montana, where she has taught since 2000. Neva earned her Doctorate in

Environmental Studies from the University of Wisconsin and her Masters degree

from the University of Oregon.

Neva is author of the book, Changing the Way America Farms: Knowledge and

Community in the Sustainable Agriculture Movement. Her recent scholarship

develops the concept of “food democracy,” which is the idea that people can and

should meaningfully participate in shaping the food system, rather than remain

passive consumers on the sidelines. Her work has explored various issues, such as

farmland loss, regional food economies, pesticides, the US organic program, and

biotechnology.

An engaged scholar, Neva is active beyond the academy, attempting to put research

into practice at the local level. She and her students help strengthen Montana’s food

system through community-based research projects and active partnerships.

Neva served on the Missoula City-County Consolidated Planning Board for six years.

She has also co-founded and served on the boards of several organizations.

Neva is currently a business partner in Corner Farm Village LLC, which is doing a

farmland conservation development project on the edge of Missoula.

Neva enjoys gardening, sharing food with friends, hunting wild mushrooms, raising

urban chickens, and exploring the natural world.

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Kangaroo Valley

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 04:33:19 GMT

This episode was recorded inside an old Land Rover Defender 110 (the portable recording studio) parked in front of the Roxy Theater during the International Wildlife Film Festival. We sit down with the crew behind the award winning wildlife documentary, Kangaroo Valley!

Journey to a secret valley in Australia, where a nervous baby kangaroo named Mala faces hungry dingoes and winter snows in this coming-of-age adventure. Kangaroo Valley is available to watch on Netflix!

Tab Murphy's theatrical debut, Gorillas in the Mist, was nominated for an Academy Award for his writing. In 1995, Murphy made his directorial debut with Last of the Dogmen and wrote the feature. Afterwards, Murphy has spent nearly ten years with The Walt Disney Company writing The Hunchback of Notre Dame in 1996, Tarzan in 1999, Atlantis: The Lost Empire in 2001, and Brother Bear in 2003. During his time with Disney, he was hired by TriStar Pictures to write a treatment to a planned sequel to the 1998 film Godzilla.

Kylie Stott has a track record of internationally acclaimed, documentary programs including David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef and Stephen Hawking’s Brave New World. With over 15 years of experience in television, Kylie started her factual career in the UK and has worked on blue chip productions for the BBC, National Geographic, Discovery, ITV, ZDF and others. In 2013, she then returned home to Australia, to work on a combination science, history, archaeology and natural history programs. Then in 2015, she leapt feet first into virtual reality with the BAFTA winning VR team from Atlantic Productions on Atomic Ghost Fleet, for Sony Playstation. From December 2019, she relocated to Los Angeles where she works as a director and producer.

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Documenting Glen Canyon as it Emerges from below Lake Powell.

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 05:00:36 GMT

Dawn Kish received her first camera, a Nikkormat, when she was 17 years old from her mentor Sue Bennett. For over 25 years she has been shooting adventure, commercial, and conservation photography. “If it is outside,” says Kish, “I’ve probably photographed it.”

She creates photos of her journeys, whether they are stories of Native Americans in her Arizona homeland or hanging off a cliff wall in Yosemite. Dawn’s life is full of adventure activities: snowboarding, rock climbing, backpacking and white water boating. She has worked as a river guide in the Grand Canyon for the USGS. “The river is part of me. It is in my heart and soul.”

Dawn was inspired at a young age by the National Geographic Magazines her mother subscribed to and kept on a bookshelf in her bedroom. Then in 1999 she started shooting for them. “It was a dream come true.”

For Kish, photography is all about the people and their stories, their emotions, and the honor of the photographic moment. Direct and honest, this playful self-taught photographer has a way of bringing out the genuine and expressive ways of the people she works with. “My subjects give me so much, that I get charged up. That is why I keep traveling, learning, and telling stories.”

Kish started a portrait series on conservationist of the 22 Tribes of Arizona called Connected. A long term photogravure project influenced by the famous work of Edward Curtis. It documents the Arizona native conservationists and the land they protect. “We must promote advocacy and save our natural world.”

Her lovely clients are Arizona Highways, Audubon, Grand Canyon Trust, National Geographic, Patagonia, and Sports Illustrated. “I feel so honored. I love being a photographer,” says Kish. “It’s the best job ever and I get to work with awesome clients.”

Kish has many awards and is a featured photographer in the book, National Geographic Field Guide to Adventure Photography, plus, honored in the top 30 photographs in 30 years of National Geographic Traveler, and the top 50 photos ever in Arizona Highways Magazine. Kish also received the Red Bull Illume award for the photo Climbers Hand.

Kish loves to direct and tell stories and turns her photo projects into film.

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A Life in the Land: Community-guided & holistic approaches within Montana's landscapes

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:43:05 GMT

Lara Tomov is a filmmaker and communications consultant, who keeps her ear to the ground for messages that can improve the well-being of human communities and the ecosystems they're a part of. Her work as a cinematographer has taken her around the world with productions for Travel Channel, Discovery, and independent documentaries.

After growing up in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana, then living out of state for a decade, she is happily based back home in Montana. She founded her media brand, Stories for Action, in 2020, which holds a mission to use the power of storytelling to create connections around a thriving planet for all.

Stories for Action and other partners launched the Life in the Land project in 2022, which is a series of films and podcasts elevating the value of community-guided and holistic approaches within Montana's landscapes. The Life in the Land film episode from Blackfeet Nation, which is screening at IWFF, is Co-Produced by Lailani Upham of Iron Shield Creative. Lara earned a BA in Film from Emerson College and is a licensed drone pilot and underwater camera operator.

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Connecting with the Natural World through Mountain Lion Tracking, Primitive Skills and Ceremony.

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 05:14:39 GMT

Joshua Lisbon is a tracker, tanner and teacher who works as the director of education at MPG ranch. He is the co-founder of the Montana Folk School. You can learn directly from Joshua and other amazing teachers by visiting MontanaFolkSchool.ORG

Joshua has designed and implemented wilderness and experiential-based education programs for various agencies since 2001. In his free time, Joshua enjoys exploring Montana’s wild places. As an avid outdoorsman, he enjoys any pursuit that keeps him connected to the natural world.

We look forward to seeing you at the International Wildlife Film Festival April 22-27! Joshua has all kinds of IWFF ties including being the subject of last year’s Audience Award winner, Tracking Notes: The Secret World of Mountain Lions.

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Jaguar conservation in Bolivia & bat conservation in Texas with National Geographic explorer, Sundance supported film maker and activist, Elizabeth Unger.

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 02:37:03 GMT

Elizabeth Unger is a Missoula based Nat Geo explorer, Sundance supported film maker and activist, who finds herself drawn to challenging, immersive, and impact-driven projects that can break through the boundaries set in her own mind.

Elizabeth has worked and traveled across all seven continents.

Her award-winning feature directorial debut, TIGRE GENTE, world premiered at Tribeca in 2021, screened at more than 35 film festivals internationally, and will be broadcast by National Geographic this year.

Liz Unger is the director of BATSIES - a short film featured in the 2023 International Wildlife Film Festival selections. BATSIES examines two women’s tender relationship with an animal that’s quintessentially feared and loathed: the bat. Sara Weaver and Sarah Fritts are best friends and ecologists who are leading bat conservation efforts in Texas.

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Living Your Yoga on and off the mat with Serena Early

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 22:36:40 GMT

Serena Early is one of Missoula's first Yoga teachers. She has been a student of Yoga for 40 years. She has studied with Geeta and BKS Iyengar in India, George Purvis in Dallas TX, as well as Judith Lasater, Ramanand Patel, Angela Farmer, and Victor van Kooten. Serena has taught Yoga for over 35 years and has developed her own style of teaching. Her approach allows each to "be" where they are in pose, facilitating correct body mechanics. This lets each posture be a way for the individual to gain the most benefit in terms of health and rehabilitation.

Thank you so much for submitting your questions in celebration of exceeding 500 episodes! Mandela answer's a question submitting by Jesse Weber at the end of this episode. Jesse's question relates to Mandela's near death experiences...

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Surviving as a Farmer & Hunter in the Karoo desert region of Africa.

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 22:15:18 GMT

Michael Kroon was born and raised as a farmer in the Karoo. In the language of the Bushmen, "Karoo" means "Dry Place" and the main threat to farmers and their livestock is drought. During this episode, Michael talks about the importance of conserving the "Veld" plantlife on the landscape and how he helps people ethically hunt kudu, springbok and blesbok.

Michael's son loved planting trees in the community, and after he lost his life, Michael and his wife continue to plant and water 1,000 trees around the town of Willowmore. This episode was recorded after Mandela made her first springbok harvest and completed the blood ceremony in order to respect the culture of the Bushmen and the animal. The meat was shared by friends and family.

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Demographic implications of lead poisoning for eagles across North America with Dr. Vince Slabe

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 04:14:22 GMT

This week we sit down with a raptor ecologist who is informing the nation through his in depth research regarding the demographic implications of lead poisoning for eagles. Over the past year, his paper has been featured in National Geographic, The New York Times, Popular Science, The Wall Street Journal, and many more.

Mandela recently collaborated with him on a lead-free ammunition shooting demo in Livingston and they recorded this interview afterwards!

"Demographic implications of lead poisoning for eagles across North America"

This paper published in Science, which was lead by Dr. Vince Slabe, is the first to show continent-wide demographic consequences of chronic lead poisoning on Bald and Golden Eagles. It was found that nearly half of studied eagles exhibited chronic lead poisoning, and that lead poisoning is a barrier to the growth of eagle populations across North America.

Vince is originally from central Illinois and graduated with a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from the University of Illinois. Shortly after, he travelled west and quickly developed a strong interest in bird research. Vince worked on multiple avian research and monitoring projects in California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Wyoming before completing a Ph.D. at West Virginia University in Forest Resources Science. Vince’s dissertation focused on lead poisoning of bald and golden eagles on a nationwide scale.

At CSG, Vince is focused on running non-lead ammunition programs and studying if the increased use of non-lead ammunition results in reductions of bald and golden eagle mortality. Additionally, he is working on a project studying movements of golden eagles in Alaska. Vince is a member of the Raptor Research Foundation, the Eastern Golden Eagle Working Group, and serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Raptor Research.

Vince and his family live in Montana. When not working, Vince enjoys spending time with his family, floating the river, birding, cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, biking and listening to Chicago Cubs baseball.

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Ornithology is the Scientific Study of Birds.

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 20:04:51 GMT

Tim will elaborate deeply on how dinosaurs evolved into birds, physiological aspects of birds in terms of why they are able to fly & sometimes swim underwater. Tim talks about eggs & their various shapes and colors in terms of how they differ from species to species and why. In addition, Tim talks about bird's eye sight, feather makeup & we take an in depth look at massive migration and how birds are able to fly across oceans without stopping to destinations they have never been to before.

Did you know that birds use celestial navigation? The knowledge embedded in this show will blow your mind.

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Honey Farming, Land Rover Love, & Riding a Horse Across Southern Africa.

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 13:44:19 GMT

Raymond Gildenhuys grew up in South Africa on a farm 20 kilometers from the Indian Ocean. From a young age, his grandfather helped inspire his passion for old Land Rovers, honey farming and the utter joy of living a simple life by the sea. When he isn't spearfishing, you might find him volunteering in Zambia or installing Toyota Hilux engines into old Land Rovers. Over a period of 80 days, Raymond rode his horse around 1,000 kilometers of southern Africa. Tune in for some truly inspirational stories about faith, family and adventure.

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Rhino Conservation in South Africa

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 20:08:30 GMT

Ester Van Der Merwe is a Black Rhino Monitor for South African National Parks. Ester grew up on a diary farm located near Kruger National Park. She has been passionate about wildlife and conservation for as long as she can remember. With a lengthy history in monitoring large predators she has extensive experience exclusively focused on Black Rhino. Ester does most of her work on the ground and has been charged by rhinos more times than she can remember. She is a talented photographer and a passionate individual with an absolute love for the African bush and teaching others.

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Rafting around the World with Orea Roussis

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 02:35:35 GMT

Orea Roussis is originally from Connecticut and has been running rivers all over the world for over 35 years. She is one of the most experienced yet humble guides who will ever meet and loves sharing the wilderness experience with her guests. Orea often lives a nomadic life for half the year driving around rivers in California, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and the Grand Canyon. When she is not in the U.S. you could potentially find her kayaking in Chile, Nepal or New Zealand.

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Meditation & Lessons from Long Distance Adventure Racing & Paragliding with Jenna Lyons.

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 17:11:47 GMT

Jenna Lyons is a paraglider, long distance runner, kite boarder and whitewater kayaker based in Missoula. During this episode she reflects on the meditation of running long distances in the mountains and the joy of learning to paraglide above Missoula, Montana. Jenna also shares some lessons learned from law school, injuries and the life long journey of paragliding.

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MPG Ranch: an Ecological Research Station & Non-Lead Ammunition with Mike McTee

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 00:46:29 GMT

Mike McTee shot his first weapon before he could recite the alphabet. Now, understanding weapons is part of his job. His career took this trajectory after Mike gained a B.S. in Environmental Chemistry. Curious about potential pollution at a historic shooting range at MPG Ranch, he earned an M.S. in Geosciences studying the site. Strangely, the sulfur inside the trap and skeet targets posed the main threat, not the lead in the shotgun pellets. Regardless, lead contamination soon grabbed Mike’s focus. Each winter at MPG Ranch, biologists caught eagles that had lead coursing through their veins. Lead can cripple eagles flightless and even kill them. Mike soon initiated studies on scavenger ecology and began investigating the wound ballistics of rifle bullets, the suspected source of lead.

Mike often connects with the public through his writings and speaking engagements, whether it be to a local group of hunters, or a gymnasium full of middle schoolers. He frequently writes about the outdoors, with work appearing in The FlyFish Journal, Backcountry Journal, and Bugle. When he escapes the office, Mike explores wild landscapes with his family, always scanning the horizon for wildlife.

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Deaf BMX Athlete & Wild Plants Expert Builds School in Uganda & Changes a Nation

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:54:20 GMT

Ceilidh placed second in the country and wanted to continue her path competitive BMX biking but instead made the hard decision to undergo surgery and receive a cochlear implant which helped her ear sounds for the first time such as leaves under her feet.

Ceilidh is into eco construction and sustainability as a result of her countless trips to Uganda where she built a school for deaf children and had a part in changing that country's attitude regarding the abilities of deaf children.

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Professional Ski Instructor and River Guide, Zoe Mavis.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:11:31 GMT

Zoe Mavis is originally from Boulder, Colorado and has been skiing her entire life. She now works as a ski instructor in Big Sky Montana during the winter and as a river guide based out of Missoula. Zoe is on the national team of The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors. The PSIA-AASI is the world’s largest organization dedicated to teaching people how to ski and snowboard.

100% of the support for the podcast comes from donations via www.Patreon.com/TrailLessTraveled

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Wildlife Conservation with John Kanter, the Senior Wildlife Biologist for the National Wildlife Federation.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 17:11:23 GMT

John Kanter is the senior wildlife biologist for the National Wildlife Federation. John has been hooked on wildlife since he was, as they say, knee-high to a grasshopper. As a child, he loved African animals, especially elephants, and got to watch his pediatrician mother take care of the first eight gorillas born at the Cincinnati Zoo. From there his interest grew from taking care of animals to understanding them in the wild and taking care of their natural habitats. John works on many projects including Recovering America's Wildlife Act, climate change and the movement to having lead free landscapes.

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How to SURVIVE anything, anywhere. Featuring Dan Baird of the California Survival School.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:11:23 GMT

Dan Baird is one of the world’s leading Back-country Primitive Survival Experts and Guides.

Dan regularly travels and lead’s survival training and exploration trips to some of the most remote and hostile places on earth.

As Head Instructor of the largest survival training school in the U.S., the California Survival School.

Dan is responsible for programs training an average of 4k+ persons annually in wilderness and urban survival skills.

Dan has been featured for his remote guiding and survival expertise in the media with National Geographic, History Channel, Forbes, Good Morning America, and many more.

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Restoration of the American Prairie & Bringing back the Bison with Steve McCoy.

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 16:04:48 GMT

Join us on the edge of the river next to the prairie under the Mission Mountains of Northwestern Montana for an episode with Steve McCoy. Steve is joined by his good friend and adventure companion, Gary Steele, for plenty of hearty laughs, storytelling and a look into their conservation work that made national headlines for Earth First 40 years ago. Steve moved to Montana in 1976 to fly fish and live the dream. He will reflects on the restoration of the American prairie and the return of the Buffalo. Climate change will come up in conversation alongside the breathtaking dream of establishing the "American Serengeti". Did you know that an acre of prairie absorbs more carbon than an acre of rain forest?

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Wildlife Conservation in Montana with Alec Underwood of the MT Wildlife Federation

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 02:04:25 GMT

Recorded in the forested mountains just outside Missoula featuring Alec Underwood, the federal conservation campaigns manager for the Montana Wildlife Federation. In this episode we learn about cold water fish species of concern here in Montana as well as climate change and good ole' fashioned elk hunting stories as well as a deep dive into the world and history of wildlife conservation here in Montana.

Alec brings his passion for conservation and admiration of public lands to the job. He has spent several years in the field of fisheries and holds a degree in aquatic wildlife biology from the University of Montana. He has worked in collaboration with federal agencies, private landowners, and conservation organizations on a variety of different issues. While not working or volunteering his time for conservation, Alec can be found on a trout stream or in the mountains of southwest Montana pursuing elk in September.

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The Art of Ancient Symbolism & Primitive Tupperware.

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 18:11:58 GMT

Arturo Ramirez is a Southwestern Artist who found his niche painting on Gourds. Growing up on the banks of the Cimmaron River in Northern New Mexico, Arturo is the epitome of the South West. Arturo is inspired by ancient symbolism, especially Mesoamerican symbols. He now focuses his energy on making rattles which incorporate animal, mineral and plant. The rocks inside his rattles come from ant hills near sacred sites in the southwest where he makes an offering for the gifts from inside the earth that the ants bring to the surface.

Arturo paints and carves gourds that are one of a kind. There are no two alike.

With the help of his family, Arturo actually starts each creation with the planting of the gourd seeds in his backyard.

www.gourdsbyarturo.com

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Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks looks into wildlife management & Chronic Wasting Disease with Mike Thompson

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 18:11:19 GMT

Mike Thompson is the region two wildlife manager for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. Mike has had a 40-year commitment to managing and conserving the wildlife resources of Montana. Mike’s incredible work ethic, communication skills and unfailing ability to guide discussions and decisions concerning controversial wildlife issues and land acquisitions, is a true gift. Mike continues to bridge the gap among the biological, social and political sciences to represent the agency in a way that earns public trust and support. Mike’s career with FWP began in 1980. His early work included fencing on the Mt. Haggin Wildlife Management Area and working the paddlefish run at Intake along the Yellowstone River. In 1981, Mike completed his Master’s Degree at Montana State University by studying mountain goats along the Rocky Mountain Front. FWP hired Mike as a field assistant on the Elkhorn Mountains Elk Ecology project, to help develop an elk management plan for the area. Mike became a full-time FWP wildlife biologist in 1987, working in the Blackfoot watershed. Mike has been a principal force behind the conservation of more than 220,000+ acres of wildlife habitat in Western Montana. Mike has an uncanny ability of representing biological data and information in a way that anyone can relate to and understand. He does this through casual conversation, presentations, interviews, and now social media. Mr. Thompson, alias Mike Twain, authored more than 662 “Game Range Ramblings,” a column published weekly in the Seeley-Swan Pathfinder newspaper. The column had a 15-year run, became a readers’ favorite, and built and maintained a constituency for FWP in the Blackfoot and Swan Valleys. Mike’s list of co-authored publications and research papers is as long as his daily trip from his office to the front office candy box Mike Thompson has provided Montana’s residents and its natural resources with highly creditable service.

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Exploring the Universe & Dark Skies National Parks

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 17:11:54 GMT

Dr. Tyler Eugene Nordgren is an artist, author, astronomer, dark skies ambassador and professor of physics at the University of Redlands.

Nordgren earned a B.A. in physics from Reed College and an M.S. and Ph.D. in astronomy from Cornell University.

Before joining the University of Redlands in 2001, Nordgren was an astronomer at the United States Naval Observatory Flagstaff Station and Lowell Observatory.

In 2004, with six other astronomers and artists, Nordgren helped develop MarsDials, functioning sundials that NASA's Spirit, Opportunity, and Curiosity rovers carried with them to Mars

Nordgren also designed the giant sundial that resides on the wall of Appleton Hall at the University of Redlands and is accurate within 10 minutes.

For the past five years, Nordgren has been traveling around the U.S. to educate the public about what eclipses are and how the opportunity to see the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017 should not be missed. More of Nordgren's research on eclipses can be found in his most recent book Sun Moon Earth: The History of Solar Eclipses from Omens of Doom to Einstein and Exoplanets.

Nordgren has been a member of the National Park Service Night Sky Team since 2007, working with the U.S. National Park Service to protect the night skies and promote astronomy education in U.S. national parks.

Nordgren has helped document the parks' night skies with photography that has been on display in galleries from New York City to Flagstaff, Arizona, and is on display in a number of national parks. The Acadia Night Sky Festival has featured many of his photographs. Nordgren has also developed a poster campaign in conjunction with the National Park Service to “See the Milky Way” in America’s parks where “Half the Park is After Dark.”

His 2010 book Stars Above, Earth Below: A Guide to Astronomy in the National Parks was published as a way to spread the message of the importance of protecting the night sky. Nordgren was elected to the Board of Directors of the International Dark-Sky Association in 2011. He is also a member of the American Astronomical Society.

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River Conservation & Cleanup featuring the Clark Fork River.

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 18:11:44 GMT

Since 1985, the Clark Fork Coalition has worked to restore and protect the Clark Fork River basin, a 22,000 square mile area draining western Montana and northern Idaho. The Coalition's work is science-based and results oriented, and the organization strives to connect communities to the recovery of the Clark Fork River and its tributaries. Get involved as a volunteer with the Coalition at clarkfork.org.

Is superfund cleanup of mining wastes in the Clark Fork making a difference? Yes! At least it is in terms of total amounts of copper and arsenic. And that’s especially good news because both are toxic: copper is extremely bad for fish, and arsenic is poisonous for people.

It took decades of hard work by advocates for the river to make cleanup happen. Today we’re seeing tangible benefits from that unwavering commitment to a clean and healthy Clark Fork.

What is Superfund?

Thousands of contaminated sites exist nationally due to hazardous waste being dumped, left out in the open, or otherwise improperly managed. These sites include manufacturing facilities, processing plants, landfills and mining sites.

In the late 1970s, toxic waste dumps received national attention when the public learned about the risks to human health and the environment posed by contaminated sites.

In response, Congress established the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) in 1980.

CERCLA is informally called Superfund. It allows EPA to clean up contaminated sites. It also forces the parties responsible for the contamination to either perform cleanups or reimburse the government for EPA-led cleanup work.

When there is no viable responsible party, Superfund gives EPA the funds and authority to clean up contaminated sites.

Superfund’s goals are to:

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Nomadic Minimalism, Short Bus Life, Wilderness Therapy & Survival Skills.

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 18:11:07 GMT

Recorded inside a short bus home in the Sonoran Desert with Tamra, a nomadic minimalist. Tamra shares her heartfelt journey of recovery from a shopping addiction and her transformation into a nomadic minimalist who lives in a short bus and teaches survival skills and wilderness therapy. You will get an introduction into how to convert a bus into a home, how important it is to connect with the natural world, and some survival skill sets which could save your life.

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Global Conservation, Activism and Travels with Tea!

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 18:11:15 GMT

Recorded recently at Lake Missoula Tea Company in the heart of downtown Missoula, Montana. This episode features Jake Kreilick who reflects on talks about environmental activism and conservation in addition to the wonders of tea and the travels it has taken him on through China, Japan and Colombia. Jake moved to Missoula in 1985 to attend graduate school. He has a long history of involvement in forest protection and restoration with Earth First!, Native Forest Network, National Forest Protection Alliance and currently with the WildWest Institute where he works part-time as the Restoration Coordinator. Jake is a hard core frisbee golf (folf) addict, a long-time player and coach for the Missoula All-Maggots Rugby Club, and is also involved in administering and coaching Missoula Youth Rugby. Jake manages the Missoula wholesale accounts, is responsible for new wholesale accounts, and serves tea behind the bar. High Mountain Oolong from Taiwan is his favorite tea.

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Lake Missoula Tea Company... Kenya, India, Indonesia and back to Montana through the story of sustainable tea.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 18:11:35 GMT

In this episode, we travel around the world with Lake Missoula Tea Company owner, Heather Kreilick. Heather is a native Montanan who grew up in the Bitterroot Valley before leaving to attend college in Arizona. She was a hotshot forest firefighter before teaching on the Navajo Reservation. She returned to Montana in 1999, completed a Geography masters in 2006, and has worked in the GIS field ever since. Heather is an avid hiker, occasional climber, and full time adventurer and likes to spend time with family and close friends. Heather manages the Lake Missoula Tea Company website, selects and blends tea, and makes the hard decisions. Her favorite teas include Sangamon Sunset Red (black tea) and Gu Hua Puerh, both from the ancient tea trees.

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PRCA Pro Rodeo Bareback Champion: Blade Elliot

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 18:11:55 GMT

Blade Elliot was born and raised in rural Alabama and knew from a young age that he wanted to be a pro rodeo cowboy. He almost stopped when his father threatened to burn his gear but in his heart he knew he was meant to ride. Blade trained in his uncle's backyard on (stolen) mules and eventually went on to be awarded a full ride scholarship for his rodeo skills. Blade has competed in bare back pro rodeo since the age of 18 and has had no major injuries to date (knock on wood). Blade rides in 70-100 rodeos per year and has won countless awards as a top rider. Blade now lives with his wife in Montana and enjoys fly fishing in his spare time.

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Geology + Climbing around the world with Legendary Alpinist, Gray Thompson.

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 16:00:41 GMT

“Within a day's drive of Missoula you will find some of the best ice climbing... in the world,” says Missoula's legendary alpinist Gray Thompson. Gray Thompson is a legendary climber and Geology Professor Emeritus at the University of Montana. Gray has been climbing since the mid 1960s and it's easier for him to think of the places he hasn't been rather then the places he has climbed. Gray has done more than a handful of first ascents on North Faces in the Canadian Rockies and worldwide including the Himalayas, Alps and Andes.

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Modern Day Mother Teresa, Didi Kalika.

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 16:00:46 GMT

This week the trail leads to the coldest capital in the world, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Join me for an interview with a modern day Mother Teresa, Didi Kalika. In 1993 Didi Kalika, an Australian Yoga teacher was moved by the plight of the children living on the streets of Ulaanbaatar & started taking care of vulnerable babies and children, many of which were forced into prostitution. Her orphanage started from a single apartment & since 1993 Lotus Children's Center has grown to house, feed, care for and educate hundreds of children in Mongolia. To donate, volunteer and find out more information you can visit lotuschild.org

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Amir Izadi: Child of the Revolution.

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 16:00:37 GMT

This interview was recorded in a rickshaw navigating the busy streets of a major Indian city before we were forced to find shelter in order to keep the equipment dry during recording due to a tropical monsoon 100' from the Arabian Sea. This interview features Amir Izadi, Amir is a child of the revolution who was born right after the Islamic Republic of Iran took over. Amir is a refugee living in Washington D.C. who immigrated with his family from Iran 16 years ago.

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Crocodiles & Ice: Exploring a Consciousness Revolution toward a personal, spiritual, & reciprocal relationship with the planet.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 16:00:39 GMT

Jon Turk earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry at the University of Colorado, in 1971. The same year, in honor of Earth Day 1, he co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States. Jon is the author of 25 text books and 4 adventure books. In addition to circumnavigating Ellesmere island, solo kayak missions in the Solomon islands, biking across Tibet to the birthplace of the Dalai Lama, multiple kayak expeditions from Japan along eastern Siberia eventually walking across the Siberian tundra and so much more... In this episode we dive into Jon's newest book CROCODILES AND ICE and explore a Consciousness Revolution toward a personal, spiritual, & reciprocal relationship with the planet.

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Female Pilot, Aerospace Engineer & soon to be Astronaut.

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 20:50:30 GMT

Danielle Maniere knew she wanted to be an astronaut when she was five years old. She started skiing when she was two and studied Aerospace Engineering at the University of Bristol in the UK. After graduating, she worked as a field engineer on oil rigs based out of Iraq and over a period of seven years, she worked in over four countries. Danielle purchased land on an island in Indonesia and built a hostel while perfecting the language. After being evacuated out of Iraq due to air strikes, Danielle moved to Missoula and continued her career in aviation. Danielle is now a flight instructor and charter pilot for North Star Jet... she is well on her way to becoming an astronaut.

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The Simple Life in Baja

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:44:47 GMT

"Guitar Steve" hasn't owned a T.V. since the 60s & he relayed on a bicycle to get around the world for over twenty years. Steve Smith is an artist, musician, poet and cat loving adventurer who has been living on the beach in Baja every winter with his cat for over two decades. Steve studied film in London and did Peace Corps in Ethiopia before retiring into what he calls the "Simple LIfe". You are invited to join us in the sunny salty air of Baja for live music and storytelling with this amazing human and his beloved cat.

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Life in the Mountains, Markets & Deserts of Morocco

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 03:20:54 GMT

Recorded in a small stall in a labyrinth of markets within Jemaa el-Fnaa square in the Medina (old city) of Marrakech. Jemaa el-Fnaa was also known for its public executions dating back to 1050. This interview features Mohammed, Abdul and Aziz. Mohammed and Abdul are two young men who run a shop with Aziz, an older family friend. Aziz was born in a mud hut, began smoking hash when he was 12 and speaks over six languages fluently. Mohammed translates for his friends and all topics are covered including food, clothing, religion, jewelry and other aspects of the many cultures in North Africa.

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Live from an Indian Cooking Competition!

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 23:05:57 GMT

Join Mandela as she wanders around a chaotic cooking competition in Southwestern India a stones throw from the Arabian Sea. Mandela interviews numerous chefs from all regions of India in regards to their geographic location, technique, favorite spices, lineage & available ingredients. Covering masalas, doshas, roti, biryani, alcoholic coconut beverages, vegetable curries & tandori meats.

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South African History & Apartheid

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 21:55:11 GMT

Recorded on location in South Africa, this episode features a series of interviews featuring diverse cultural perspectives on Apartheid and South African history. During the Apartheid regime, humans were classified into three categories:

1. White

2. Coloured

3. Black

We will speak with individuals representing all these categories and learn about their unique perspective on Apartheid, South African history and how the nation can move forward. Listeners can also enjoy some of the music which changed the nation.

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Smoke signals, animal totems, initiation practices, the law of the land and specifically how the indigenous Aboriginal Australians lived in harmony with the land and animals for hundreds of thousands of years.

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 17:37:35 GMT

Recorded on the land of the Gubbi Gubbi tribe in eastern Australia, we join an elder on top of a mountain where smoke signals were used between surrounding tribes for communication. We learn about the numerous similarities between Indigenous Aboriginal Australians and the First Nations Peoples of the Americas. We then walk down into the jungle to sit on the edge of a creek beside an ancient path which dates back tens of thousands of years. Sitting alongside numerous artifacts, we learn about initiation practices, animal totems, the law of the land and specifically how the indigenous Aboriginal Australians lived in harmony with the land and animals for hundreds of thousands of years prior to the arrival of Captain Cook. Alex Bond is a descendant of one of the last chiefs in this area of Australia, he is an activist, musician and storyteller.

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Gubbi Gubbi Cultural Lore & Australian History

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 04:00:31 GMT

We are invited into the home of a female elder by the name of Aunty Hope O'Chin. We will take a cultural, historical and musical look at some of the 250 unique groups of Indigenous Aboriginal Australians. She also explains how to coexist, respect and heal communities and the planet. Aunt Hope was kind enough to share her family's tragic history inside government camps and her peoples fight for human rights. This is a great interview and excellent anthropological documentation.

The interview was recorded on the land of the Gubbi Gubbi tribe in eastern Australia.

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Music, Culture & Traditions of Western Sahara.

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:51:39 GMT

This interview features Mourad El Baggare, who was born in the desert of Western Sahara. Mourad came to Marrakech at age 14 to become a businessman. Mourad now travels through North and West Africa collecting ceremonial masks which he sells to tourists and art collectors in Morocco. Mourad plays traditional music from the Sahara to end each segment after speaking eloquently regarding nomadic lifestyle, culture, food, dress, celestial navigation and philosophy.

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Running the Colorado River within the Grand Canyon since 1974 with "Doc".

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 23:58:28 GMT

"Doc" Steve Nicholson was a part of the early rafting descents of the Omo and Blue Nile in Ethiopia in the mid 70s. He started running the Grand Canyon in the early 70s and has run rivers in California, Oregon and Idaho. Doc often is seen rowing a wooden dory. Doc continues to guide whitewater expeditions well into his 70s. Doc practice dentistry for 35 years, he has his private pilot license and flies his own plane to the various rivers he guides on seasonally.

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Class V Kayaking & Rafting around the World with Diego Ibanez.

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:38:45 GMT

This episode was recorded on a rooftop in the Medina of Marrakech, Morocco.

It features an interview with Diego Ibanez, who was born in Arequipa, Peru. Diego is one of the worlds most extreme whitewater kayakers/rafters and has guided on the Futaleufú and Zambezi along with most the class V rivers in Peru. Diego and Mandela guided whitewater together in Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains.

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Racism in America with retired LAPD Vice & Pro Baseball Player, Tommy Cummins.

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 06:52:09 GMT

Tommy Cummins was born in 1944 and grew up in the south. He was shot twice during the Civil Rights and went on to work as a security guard for Ronald Reagan. Tommy has been through a lot in his life, in this interview he talks about his experiences with racism while playing pro baseball for the Pirates in addition to the racism he experienced as an undercover officer with the LAPD. Tommy's son, Chase, also joins the conversation and speaks with his father about the racism he experiences daily. The matter is lightened up occasionally with a few stories including his love for restoring classic cars and the time Tommy saved a young Michael Jackson from drowning in his swimming pool. Tommy lives in Kingman, Arizona and manages to keep laughing and fighting for civil rights on a daily basis.

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Ecology & Human History of South Africa with Amy Mocke.

Fri, 22 May 2020 01:27:23 GMT

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Giving Back with the Best Hostel in Africa: THE BACKPACK

Fri, 08 May 2020 04:35:25 GMT

This show was recorded in the Backpack Hostel, located in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. Mandela sits down with, Lee Harris, one of the owners of this multi-award winning backpacker & African travel center. Lee shares the story of starting this hostel with her best friend in 1990 during an Apartheid government.

The Backpack has won countless awards including Best Hostel in South Africa for 2020. The Backpack is an award winning, Fair Trade hostel that invests in people and communities, giving meaningful and relaxed travel experiences. The Backpack are proud members of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that allows travelers like you to make a lasting impact in the community at your travel destination. If you save just a few kilos of space in your suitcase and bring supplies for our community project, the GCU Academy, you’ll make a priceless impact in the lives of our local children and families. Once we are able to travel again, The Trail Less Traveled highly recommends a visit to South Africa's western cape and while you're there book a stay in The Backpack. www.backpackers.co.za

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Streets of Cape Town; Gentrification in Bo-Kaap, Being a Refugee & Rastafarin ways of caring for the pigeons of the city.

Sun, 03 May 2020 03:38:03 GMT

During this interview we speak with Lucy, a refugee from Kenya who makes hand made sandals in Green Market Square, a place where slaves were traded in the 1600s.

We also meetup with my good friend, Kipandi, a Rastafarian Olympic long distance runner from Kenya, who now dedicates his life to caring for the pigeons of the city.

We will stand on the corner of the Bo-Kaap, an area of Cape Town formerly known as the Malay Quarter. It is a former township, situated above the city centre and is a historical centre of Cape Malay culture in Cape Town. Bo-Kaap is known for its brightly coloured homes and cobbled stoned streets. The area is traditionally a multicultural neighborhood which currently faces gentrification from the city. We will stand on the corner with a group of Muslim woman who are protesting their continued struggle with Apartheid.

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Indiana Jones Stunt Man & Spiritual Action Guide: Carl Rice

Sat, 25 Apr 2020 20:25:27 GMT

This episode was recorded in the Mojave Desert at the base of the Grand Wash Cliffs, which mark the geological end of the Grand Canyon. Some of the best interviews take forever to record and this one is no different... for ten years, Mandela has been trying to sit down with the legend himself, Mr. Carl Rice. Carl is a professional Hollywood stunt man & Grand Canyon river guide. Carl was the stunt man for Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones: The Crystal Skull. Carl reflects on spiritual growth through reading and running some of the worlds biggest and most technical whitewater from California to the Zambezi in Southern Africa.

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Professional Stunt Woman and Guinness World Record Holder: Fleur van Eeden

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 19:07:11 GMT

This show was recorded on the nature reserve where Mandela grew up at the most southern point of Africa. This interview features Mandela's cousin, Fleur van Eeden, an award winning world renowned stunt woman who has done the main stunts for Mad Max, Tomb Raider and many more. Fleur specializes in full body burns, cable work, martial arts, weaponry, horse stunts, high falls and much more. During this episode, Fleur talks about the training that goes into her work and how to prepare mentally before jumping off a moving train or getting exploded out of a 6-story building window. Fleur has doubled Charlize Theron, Meryl Streep, Drew Barrymore, Lena Headley and Helen Mirren among many other Hollywood A listers. Fleur also helped the South African Stunt Performers Association with winning the Guinness World Record for the most amount of people on fire for the longest period of time. During this interview, she talks about what happens behind the scenes and the immense training that goes into being a stunt woman. She also reflects on growing up in a small town in South African and returning home as much as possible to stay grounded by riding her horses and mountain biking in the wine country.

I have attached a link to Fleur's stunt reel which can give you a better idea of how stunt performers work.

Watch her stunt reel here: https://vimeo.com/230488636

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Cheese Making in South Africa & Life on a Dairy Farm.

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 21:16:56 GMT

This episode was recorded on my family farm in South Africa's western cape. The interview features my good friend, Elna Fourie, who grew up on a farm located on the other side of the mountains. Elna studied cheese making in France and has been in high demand as a cheese maker in South Africa for the past 18 years. Elna won first prize for best aged Gouda in the country of South Africa in 2019. I do believe you will all enjoy this episode about growing up on a farm in South Africa, what a day in the life of a jersey cow is like, and exactly how different types of cheese are made.

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Planting trees in Africa with a focus on hunter-gathers & elephant conservation.

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 18:11:04 GMT

Doreen stokes lives in Plains, Montana with her husband on 84 acres. She has been a reforestation contractor for over 30 years, planting trees all over the Pacific Northwest. Her greatest passions are surfing, mostly in Costa Rica these days, although she grew up in New Jersey where she started her surfing adventures. Doreen leads safaris in Tanzania, East Africa... where she has initiated tree planting and water projects at the Maasai school in Losirwa. She invites you to join her on safari where you can give back by planting trees on the school grounds. Contact her at: herbs@blackfoot.net

In this episode we talk about how you might go about planting a tree in your area and how it immediately starts to combat CO2 and climate change. Doreen speaks at length about hunter gatherer tribes in east Africa as well as wildlife conservation regarding the plight of the African elephant and rhino. This is a beautiful episode and you'll walk away wanting to start planting trees... be it one tree every year on your birthday or for someone else on their birthday. Before humans starting building cities, 60% of the earth was covered in trees... now less than 30% is and if we continue to turn a blind eye and do nothing - there will be less than 10% of forest on planet earth by 2030. The time for planting trees and being a mindful consumer is NOW.

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Live from the Sahara featuring Nomadic tribes.

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 05:01:38 GMT

This interviews features an in depth look at nomadic life in the largest desert on earth. Featuring men from Arabic, Bedouin, Berber & Tuareg tribes who were born and raised in a nomadic family utilizing camels and constant movement as a way of life. From the games they would play as children while herding goats to the staple items one must have in order to survive, including camel milk, dates, salted meat, wells, celestial navigation, turbans and family. Learn why being a nomad teaches you patience and hospitality. Learn why stress doesn't exist in a nomad's life. This interview will take you into a carpeted tent under some of the tallest sand-dunes in the world during a full moon while the sand-storms blow to the West.

This will forever remain one of my most cherished recordings.

We have so much to learn from how the nomadic tribes survive and exist in the Sahara Desert.

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Berber life growing up in the Sahara Desert.

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 05:26:58 GMT

Mohammed Ait Bahadou was born and raised in the Sahara Desert and now calls Marrakech his home. Mohammed grew up in a mud hut in the desert and sold fossils to tourists before starting his own business running cultural tours around Morocco. Mohammad is fluent in 8 languages including: English, French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Arabic, Berber & Italian. He has raving fans who are now friends, all over the world. In this interview, Mohammed tells the history of Morocco, Islam, culture, food, table manners and some tips and highlights on Morocco for those who wish to travel there.

For more info check out www.moroccooneearthtours.com

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Streets of Marrakech

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 04:29:21 GMT

This episode features an interview with three individuals from various backgrounds who reflect on culture in Morocco & the Sahara Desert. Mabrouk was born and raised in the Sahara and gives us incredible insight into how nomads use celestial navigation, camels & turbans. Abdul was born in Marrakech and lived 16 years in New York City... he reflects on the differences between culture in the USA & Morocco. Ahmed was born in Oman & has a lot to say about the lack of freedom of speech in Morocco as well as his craving for equality in his country.

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West African Drumming, Cultural Lore and Music Theory with Oumar Keita

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 20:32:50 GMT

Boo Curry is a native of Missoula who graduated from the University of Montana and works as a bird field biologist. Boo has been studying African culture and music for over 14 years. She is one of the founding mothers of Missoula's very own, "Djebe Bara" African dance and music community. For this interview, Boo interviewed her friend and fellow musician, Oumar Keita. Oumar is a native of Guinea, West Africa. He is known for his extensive knowledge of music and history. Oumar showed an interest in traditional music and began singing at an early age. He continues to sing and write traditional music but can also rap in Malinke, Susu and French. Oumar Keita plays traditional instruments like the bolon, gnoni and N’gongoma, which accompany his singing.

Since 2009 he has been a musician in the nationally recognized Ballet Saamato of Conakry, Guinea. Primarily a dundun player, Oumar is also a dancer and djembe player. For the past 2 years, he played with Wofa percussion in Conakry.

To study with Boo and Oumar Keita visit: www.djebebara.com

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Leaving the Republic of Chad in search of education in Montana.

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 03:08:30 GMT

Dara Guedem grew up in Ivory Coast but was born in a small village in Chad. She came to Montana via Senegal in 2007 chasing family & education. It was always been a dream for her family to receive an education in English and Guedem has since graduated from the University of Montana. She continues to live and pursue adventures in Missoula. In this interview, Guedem talks about the history of Chad including personal experiences with civil war and rebels coming into her village. Guedem also shares the emotion of experiencing snow for the first time and a shares a few tips for Africans who are immigrating to the USA

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Tiger Conservation & Cartography; mapping protected areas for the most endangered species in the world.

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 22:27:35 GMT

96% of the mammals on planet earth are livestock and humans leaving only 4% for wild animals. We have lost 83% of all mammals on the planet, these species are not here solely because of humans. 80% of marine animals and 50% of all plants are also lost due to human impact. Elephants, rhinos and lions are just a few species which are also extremely threatened and close to extinction. We have lost 80% of all snow leopards on the planet. There are more tigers alive in captivity in the state of Texas than there are in the world. Scientist have found that for tigers, a 96% decrease in population coincides with a 96% loss of habitat.

There are about 200,000 protected areas in the world which are in various stages of "actual protection". 50% of these protected areas have not yet been mapped... making it harder for these animals to be protected from poaching. The number one problem that these animals are facing right now is poaching. We will discuss the extremely organized black market of wildlife trade. Most tigers are being poached as their body parts are highly valued for non-effective medicinal purposes and "tiger bone wine" in China. 1 in 5 tigers are dying per year from poaching. The most effective tactic is to place armed guards in protected areas to stand guard over these animals. It is truly challenging for rangers to protect endangered species when the protected areas are not mapped as they have to navigate extremely dense jungle and are up against professional and highly armored poaching groups akin to military officers.

Kevin McManigal has intimate knowledge of the modern GIS and cartographic workflow. Employed as a professional cartographer, he is a recognized innovator among his peers at the North America Cartographic Information Society. He teaches cartography as an art form, utilizing GIS and graphics software to produce maps that inform and inspire. He also has extensive travel experience, including mountaineering expeditions to Alaska, Europe, and South America. His field research includes trips to the Sierra Nevada of California, the Himalaya of Nepal and Bhutan, and the Altai of Mongolia, where he studies the dynamics of glacial change.

To learn more about protecting tigers, please visit:

www.panthera.org

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Morocco: a thousand year history, culture, Islam, traditional spices & food.

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 21:37:24 GMT

This interview was recorded in the heart of Marrakesh, Morocco while Mandela was living in Jemaa el-Fnaa, a busy square and market place in Marrakesh's medina quarter (old city). Jemaa el-Fnaa, literally means "the place of judgement" as it used to be where criminals underwent judgement and potential penalty in the pubic eye. This interview features two young Moroccan men, Moustapha and Saber. Each speaking multiple languages fluently while sharing traditional "Moroccan Whiskey" (Green tea with mint), they explain a thousand year history of Morocco, their culture, Islam, traditional spices, food, tips about traveling in the Kingdom of Morocco and why sugar is the most important ingredient in their tea. This interview will also surprise you in terms of the diverse array of musical selections from these two Moroccans.

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Manifesting Your Dreams and Surfing Around the World with Eddy Goldaracena

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 22:53:58 GMT

Eddy Goldaracena was born in Argentina and moved to the U.S. at a young age. He had his first taste of surfing in New Zealand, which changed the course of his life thereafter. He set his intention of learning how to surf and followed it around the world before getting a "real job" as a financial consultant in Switzerland, NYC and eventually Southern California. Eddy knew that he would travel the world again at a later age and for a decade he set money aside, improved his surfing skills and manifested a trip around the world following culture, human connection and surf breaks. Learn about manifesting whatever it is that you want in this life & chasing your dreams wherever they take you. Eddy is currently on a multi year trip around the world searching for what he calls, "The Perfect Wave."

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Bush Crafting and Subsistance Hunting with a Mountain Man in Morocco

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 21:23:16 GMT

We speak with Joe, a bush crafter and subsistence hunter from a rural setting in Ontario, Canada. Joe elaborates on why it's important to spend time alone in the wilderness and what you can learn from watching animals in the wild. Joe explains how to survive in extreme cold conditions, how to pack for potential survival situations, how to build a shelter fast and how to track animals. Joe takes us on a few epic bow hunting misadventures and explains what he sees out the window in Morocco while recording this episode.

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Big Wave Surfing & Mountain Biking in Australia with pro athlete: Chris Remm

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 06:32:15 GMT

This episode was recorded on the top of Mount Beerwah, the highest of the ten volcanic plugs in the Glass House Mountains range, 22 km north of Caboolture in South East Queensland, Australia. In this interview, Chris talks about lessons learned and close encounters on his journey of learning how to surf big waves in Australia, New Zealand and the island of Tonga. Chris also sheds light on why surfers around the world respect sharks and don't want to see them killed. Chris is a keen cyclist who shares some of the reasons why he loves calling Australia home. The sounds of the cicadas will certainly take you on location for this episode. Enjoy.

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NYPD stories from daily life & responding to September 11, 2001

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 00:38:49 GMT

This episode takes a look at the adventures, trails and tribulations of a NYPD officer and surviving and thriving in the concrete jungle of New York City. Be prepared for a heart felt story of being a first responder during September 11, 2001. This episode was recorded in a raft while floating down the Colorado River in the heart of Grand Canyon National Park.

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Desert Ecosystems with Dr. Sean Graham

Sat, 03 Aug 2019 19:43:29 GMT

Dr. Sean Graham teaches Biology at Sul Ross University in Alpine, Texas. He is also the author of American Snakes.

This episode was recorded in the desert ecosystem at water level one mile below the rim in Grand Canyon National Park.

Learn about how the sun, air pressure systems & horse latitudes create deserts around the world from Australia, Africa and the Southwest U.S.

How have animals adapted to live in harsh arid environments. How might you adapt to live in the desert?

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SNAKES: evolution, reproduction, venom & more with Dr. Sean Graham.

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 21:49:59 GMT

This show was recorded while floating down the Colorado River in the heart of the Grand Canyon. Dr. Sean Graham gives us an in depth look at the evolution of snakes, venom, reproduction, snake bite protocol, the most dangerous snakes in the world, common misunderstandings and a lot of talk about the "Grand Canyon Pink" - a species of rattlesnake endemic to the Grand Canyon.

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Shark Attacks: Myths, Misunderstandings and Human Fear with Dr. Blake Chapman

Tue, 21 May 2019 08:03:39 GMT

Dr. Blake Chapman grew up with a love for and fascination with the ocean, but her interest in sharks was piqued when an episode of Shark Weekcaught her attention. Blake completed postgraduate research on shark neuroscience, development, and ecology and worked in aquatic animal health and husbandry. Her continuing goal is to help educate the public on sharks and shark attacks to better protect both sharks and the humans that choose to share their incredible environment.

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Navigating the Australian Bush, Sharks & filming Pirates of the Carribean with Reigan Gordan.

Tue, 21 May 2019 07:22:14 GMT

This episode was recorded on the eastern coast of Australia. Reigan was born and raised in Australia. In Australia, the tradition of spending time learning with your elders goes back thousands of years... Reigan knows his way around the Australian outback. Reigan is also a pro surfer, down hill mountain biker and appeared in the most recent Pirates of the Caribbean movie due to his natural world class mustache, beard and long hair.

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Jandamarra Cadd, bridging the story telling divide between Aboriginal and mainstream Australia.

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 21:32:04 GMT

With his vibrant and expressive portraitures, Jandamarra’s artwork is emotive and insightful – and is a powerful medium to bridge the story telling divide between Aboriginal and mainstream Australia.

Painting has been a way of life that has enabled him to express his creativity and story telling and in many of his paintings of the human condition, he seeks to be a peaceful voice for unity. Jandamarra uses a variety of styles and mediums; with his unique blend of traditional aboriginal art techniques along with his own signature contemporary portraiture.

Jandamarra has not only been a finalist in every major Portrait Art Prize in Australia, but is also in very high demand as an Inspirational Speaker and Ambassador.

www.jandamarrasart.com

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Pro-Surfer, Artist & Adrenaline Seeker: Reigan Gordan.

Sat, 02 Mar 2019 06:46:17 GMT

This episode was recorded on the eastern coast of Austrlia. Reigan was born and raised in Australia. In Australia, the tradition of spending time learning with your elders goes back thousands of years... Reigan knows his way around the Australian outback. Reigan is also a pro surfer, down hill mountain biker and appeared in the most recent Pirates of the Caribbean movie due to his natural world class mustache, beard and long hair.

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Steve Saroff tells the story of a drifting runaway who walked thousands of miles across America.

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:42:58 GMT

Steve Saroff enjoys wilderness, solitude, ceramics, writing, photography, entomology and much more but mostly relates with who he was many years ago... a drifting runaway. When he was 14 years old, he walked alone for 500 miles in the Appalachian Mountains. Then another 500 miles when he was 15 and 1,000 miles alone when he was 16. Steve left home and school when he was 17 to hitchhike across the West. When he was 19 he spent over 45-days walking alone in the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Steve calls Missoula, Montana his home.

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History of Cuba with Jorge Enrique Pascual Izaguirre

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:17:10 GMT

An in depth look into the history of Cuba from indigenous people who were on the island pre 1492 through many wars fighting for freedom ending in modern day post revolution free health care and education under the Castros... this interview talks about Jose Marti, Spanish rule, slavery, Che Guevara & others. It truly highlights how the Cuban people have been fighting for their freedom for over 500 years.

*This interview does not express the opinions or views of anyone affiliated with The Trail Less Traveled. This interview was recorded on location in Havana, Cuba & we realize speaking about the Cuban revolution and the history behind Fidel Castro is a sensitive subject. This episode is part of an on going series recorded both on location in the country of Cuba as well as continued interviews with Cubans now living outside the country.

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Shark Conservation in Australia: Dr. Leonardo Guida

Sat, 23 Feb 2019 02:23:47 GMT

This episode was recorded on Sunrise Beach last week on the eastern coast of Australia and is part of a worldwide series I have been recording for a number of years regarding shark conservation. This episode features Dr. Leonardo Guida. In 2016 Dr. Guida completed his PhD at Monash University studying the effects of commercial fishing on shark and ray populations. He is the Australian Marine Conservation Society's Senior Shark Campaigner, leading their conservation campaign, "Shark Champions", in partnership with Humane Society International.

Dr. Guida will talk about baited drum lines which currently draw sharks to be killed in the name of protecting humans as well as shark finning and the effects of commercial fishing on shark and ray populations.

The ancestry of great white sharks is thought to date back more than 400 million years & modern sharks over 34 million years. Modern humans date back 200,000 years. Humans kill roughly 100 million sharks per year. Sharks kill 4-8 humans per year. Car accidents kill ~50,000 humans per year.

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Born & raised in Havana, Cuba: Jorge Enrique Pascual Izaguirre

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 19:18:28 GMT

Jorge was born and raised in central Havana, Cuba. He took advantage of a free education and studied both computer science and foreign language. Jorge speaks four languages & on his days off he gives tours around his beloved, passionate city. In this interview Jorge will talk about the recent introduction of internet & wifi in his country and its effect on the youth as well as highlighting some of the many things Cuba is known for including cigars, rum, the revolution, Che Guevara, Ernest Hemingway & classic cars.

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Jesse Weber: Drumming in Cuba & her African roots.

Sat, 01 Dec 2018 00:39:05 GMT

This interview was recorded on the busy streets of Havana, Cuba. This interview features the extremely talented and dedicated musician, Jesse Weber. Jesse graduated from the University of Montana school of music & has been studying percussion in Cuba since 2000. This interview tells the journey of a child growing up in rural Wyoming who started playing percussion since he was a baby. Jesse talks extensively about the history of Cuban drumming from its origins in Africa. Learn how the music in Cuba has evolved from its roots in Africa (due to slavery) to distance radio frequencies from Miami and Mexico. Learn how the art of telling a story with a song was born. Learn about the birth of the rumba and the competition dance between a man and woman. Learn how Africa is the root of everything in music from hip-hop to country.

"The drums are the heartbeat of Rock and Roll".

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Growing up on the Historic K BAR L Ranch in the Bob Marshall Wilderness of Montana.

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 02:06:30 GMT

This interview was recorded on location at the confluence of the North and South Forks of the Sun River. There you will discover hot springs, long used by Indians for their healing properties. Wild game was abundant and land and breathtaking surroundings. This interview spotlights two young girls, Molly (8) & Lillie (13) Wallis, who have been coming to the ranch their entire lives. The Wallis family own the ranch now & the two young girls spend their summer riding horses, fishing, hunting & doing fun chores around the ranch. They will tell you what it's like to grow up in the Bob Marshall Wilderness, how to explore grizzly bear country safely, how to survive in the wilderness, how to properly prepare for an adventure in Montana & why it's so important to get outside and away from technology!

Long used by Indians, pioneers, trappers, and loggers, Medicine Springs (as the hot springs were known) became the province of the Klick family in 1927. Three generations of Klicks have developed the property as a guest ranch, hauling in the building materials by boat and mule train to establish guest quarters, lodge, corrals, outbuildings and hot springs swimming pool. The ranch is now owned and operated by the Wallis family. Its remote location “beyond all roads” as the owners often say, the creature comforts afforded by clean and potable water, electricity to run basic lighting, refrigeration, and appliance operation are impressive.

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Anthropologist, Dr. Jaime Bach is testing the hypotheses of Amelia Earhart landing on the island of Nikumaroro when she went missing in 1937.

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 05:31:50 GMT

This interview was recorded last week in northern California with Anthropologist and Archaeologist, Dr. Jaime Bach. From 2005-2006, Jaime served in Peace Corps in the island nation of Kiribati. Since then, she has returned multiple times conducting research and visiting her friends and family on the islands. Jaime's focus is studying locals perceptions and reactions to environmental changes on the islands. Dr. Bach graduated from the University of Montana with a doctorate in Anthropology in 2017 & her focus now is testing the hypotheses of Amelia Earhart landing on the island of Nikumaroro when she went missing in 1937. Dr. Bach's research along with the The International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery could solve the mystery of Amelia Earhart's disappearance.

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500 Rivers since 1977 with the world's most professional riverguide: Glenn Goodrich.

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 04:11:49 GMT

This episode in particular was recorded on the edge of the Colorado River at Pipe Springs, where the Bright Angel Trail meets the Colorado River. Mandela sits with her main river guide mentor, Glenn Goodrich, to talk to him about running over 450+ rivers of the world since 1977. Glenn has been guiding since 1977 & when he is not guiding on the river... he is thoughtfully running rivers all over the world just for fun! Glenn has made multiple first descents around the world and doesn't have any plans for slowing down. Glenn's personal goal is to run 500 rivers before he retires.

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Grand Canyon Human History with legendary guide, Glenn Goodrich.

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 03:32:02 GMT

This episode in particular was recorded on a raft while floating down the Colorado River in the heart of Grand Canyon National Park. We attached our rafts together & captured the human history from rim to river in various sections of the river. Learn about Georgie White, the original river rat & woman who first started running the river commercially. Listen to stories about John Wesley Powell's expeditions in 1869 & 1871. Get the full story on the original river running badass, George Flavell and Ramon Montez who arrived in Needles in their handmade wooden boat in 1897. This episode features Glenn Goodrich, a man who has run over 450 rivers of the world since 1977. Glenn has been guiding since 1977 & when he is not guiding on the river... he is thoughtfully running rivers all over the world just for fun! Glenn has made multiple first descents around the world and doesn't have any plans for slowing down. Glenn's personal goal is to run 500 rivers before he retires.

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North American Plains Cree Indian Actor & Stuntman: Buffalo Child

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 02:04:35 GMT

Buffalo Child is a member of the North American Plains Cree Indian nation & speaks Cree fluently. Buffalo grew up in a mud/straw home & started riding horse at a young age. Buffalo Child is a professional stunt man & actor who has starred in: Dances with Wolves, Cowboys & Aliens, Crazy Horse, Call of the Wild & dozens of other movies & television series. Buffalo Child is also skilled in horsemanship, martial arts, boxing, canoeing, motorcycling, firearms, Hoop Dancing, singing & drumming. Buffalo is a keynote speaker, writer & educator who currently resides & rides horses on a ranch outside Sedona, Arizona.

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Wrangler & Cowboy in the Bob Marshall Wilderness - Clayton Alexander

Thu, 12 Jul 2018 06:59:11 GMT

Recorded on horseback in the heart of the Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana. Clayton is a cowboy and wrangler for the K bar L Ranch (established in 1927) located where the North and South Fork of the Sun River meet. Clayton holds the microphone in the same hand holding the reins of his horse as the other holds a pack mule carrying fly fishing gear & cold beer. Clayton talks about why he is an advocate for bear spray, why it's important to spend time outside, why mules are amazing creatures & why he lives everyday to its fullest potential. Clayton was born blind and after four surgeries and daily eye drops and medication he can see again but doctors tell him that by the time he is in his 50s he will go blind. Clayton is a beautiful soul who encourages everyone to be kind to one another & never take vision or your health for granted. This is a great interview recorded on the back of a horse and in the tall grass on the edge of the river in the hear of the "Bob". Yeeehaw!

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Writer, Historian and Arches Park Ranger - Christian Wright

Fri, 04 May 2018 17:33:54 GMT

This interview was recorded while floating down the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park last summer. It was a challenge to edit due to extremely windy conditions, alas, attached you will find the final product ready to air. This episode features an interview with Christian Wright, a park ranger at Arches National Park in Utah. Christian helps visitors to Arches National Park embrace the difference between looking and seeing. Christian is also a historian with a focus on The United Mine Workers of America and the transformation of Utah's coal industry between 1966–1985. Christian wrote the book: For this Union to Survive, Miners for Democracy in Utah and the West. Christine asks the important question, "What does it mean to have no power and to fight for it?"

Christian will also describe what it was like to do a solo inflatable kayak expedition of the Grand Canyon his first time running the Colorado River...

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A fascinating look at BIRDS with ornithologist, Tim Keyes.

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 04:45:01 GMT

This show was recorded on the veranda of a 130+ year old Victorian home near the salt marshes on the southern coast of Georgia. Featuring, Tim Keyes, an ornithologist and wildlife biologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Tim's focus is coastal non-game birds. Tim will elaborate deeply on how dinosaurs evolved into birds, physiological aspects of birds in terms of why they are able to fly & sometimes swim underwater. Tim talks about eggs & their various shapes and colors in terms of how they differ from species to species and why. In addition, Tim talks about bird's eye sight, feather makeup & we take an in depth look at massive migration and how birds are able to fly across oceans without stopping to destinations they have never been to before. Did you know that birds use celestial navigation? The knowledge embedded in this show will blow your mind.

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Andy Ambelang Blue Nile Expedition

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 17:41:33 GMT

Andy was born and raised in Hamilton, MT and from a young age he would solo hike with his dog in the Bitterroots. Andy started rafting when he was 16 and guiding on the Middle Fork of the Salmon when he was 18. Andy has 12 seasons under his belt & now guides primarily on the Grand Canyon, Middle Fork of the Salmon and Selway. In the fall of 2017, Andy completed one and a half expeditions on the blue nile in Ethiopia. The Blue Nile is in its final stages of being fully dammed much like many of our beautiful free flowing rivers around the world. Therefore, Andy was one of the last river runners to experience the Class V+ whitewater and pre-dam ecosystems of the Blue Nile before it is flooded. Andy truly experienced the Blue Nile with everything from being chased by enormous man eating crocodiles to the water level raising 2-meters overnight & losing rafts only to find them completely looted downstream. Andy is an avid adventurer and one of the most humble humans you will ever meet. Andy is known by many on the Grand Canyon as a "Guide's Guide". The next adventure Andy has planned is to drive his 1967 split window VW bus from Missoula to the very tip of South America.

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Bob Marshall Exploration & Backcountry Packing: Smoke Elser

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 21:47:13 GMT

I invite you to listen to stories from our local living cowboy legend, Smoke Elser. Smoke has spent the past 56 years living in the Bob Marshall wilderness packing mules and horses. This unique interview was recorded in Smoke’s 113+ year old historic barn in the Rattlesnake wearing cowboy boots next to a crackling fire drinking muddy black coffee surrounded by thick snow & retired mules. This is a unique opportunity to pass down knowledge from a historic figure who arrived in Montana in 1955. Learn about the history of the Bob Marshall wilderness and some of Smoke’s favorite places to camp after exploring over 55,000 miles of trail within the Bob. Learn about the first man who developed a map of the roadless land in the United States. Smoke is now 84 years old and he is currently teaching his 56th annual mule packing course in his barn right here in Missoula.

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Backcountry mule packing in Montana with saddle maker, Jordan Knudsen.

Fri, 23 Mar 2018 02:25:44 GMT

Recorded in Smoke Elser's 113 year old historic barn on the edge of the Rattlesnake Wilderness. Mandela sits next to a crackling fire with professional packer & saddle maker, Jordan Knudsen.

After moving to Montana in 2001, Jordan Knudsen rapidly grew a passion for horses, mules and back country travel. After a few years of experience in self-taught techniques, he completed Smoke’s packing course in 2004. Since then, not only did Jordan take the time to become proficient in the techniques of decker packing, but he also took it upon himself to improve the equipment he was working with. In 2006 he started a business, now called Sun River Saddlery, that is devoted to building equipment that carries on the traditions of decker packing and back country travel.

To date, Jordan also spends his fall season as a Licensed Backcountry Hunting Guide, contract packs through the summer season and enjoys as much personal and family time in the mountains as time allows.

Jordan has been instructing alongside Smoke Elser going on four years now in the classroom, the field and other public demonstrations.

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1,000 years of fishing in India with third generation fisherman & artist Salem Ahmad

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 17:52:42 GMT

Live from India, Mandela interviews Saleem Ahmad, a local fisherman & artist, who will speak about the evolution of fishing in India, the pollution in the ocean due to nighttime dumping of waste by local hotels, the behavior of the Indian Ocean & the effect of tourism on the culture & ecosystem on the southwestern coast of India. When he's not on the water, Saleem creates artwork with coconuts on the spot where he was born & raised in a thatch hut on the beach...this spot is now covered in cement & surrounded by hotels.

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Grand Canyon Geology (part 2) with professor Dr. Laura Jones Crossey

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 17:41:39 GMT

Recorded in the bottom of The Grand Canyon with Dr. Laurie Crossey. Laurie is a professor of geochemistry at the University of New Mexico. Her interests are in interaction of rock, water, and organic materials: clastic diagenesis, aqueous geochemistry, and organic chemistry. Her recent research in the Grand Canyon and Rio Grande rift has involved the geochemistry of the present hydrologic systems, and their paleohydrology as recorded by travertines. She received her BA from Colorado College in 1977, her MA from Washington University in 1979, and her PhD from University of Wyoming in 1985. She has been at UNM since 1986. She is currently chairman of the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at UNM.

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Geology of the Grand Canyon (part 1) with climber Dr. Karl Karlstrom

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 17:37:05 GMT

Recorded on location at the bottom of The Grand Canyon with Dr. Karl Karlstrom, professor of Geology in the department of earth & planetary sciences at The Univeristy of New Mexico. Karl is a professional climber who has been working in the Grand Canyon for over three decades. Karl was directly involved with the creation of the Grand Canyon South Rim's "Trail of Time".

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Longest serving owner operated sea kayaking business in New Zealand: Roscos Milford Kayaks

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 02:27:44 GMT

Rosco was on some days off with friends back in 1988 paddling down the Hollyford River into Lake McKerrow and out to Martins Bay with the plan of paddling along the coast on the Tasman Sea and into Milford Sound. After waiting for 2 days at Martins Bay for the 4 meter swell to ease it was an easy paddle down the coast and into Milford. The final 16km paddling all the way into the sound saw Rosco and his friends escorted by a pod of 30 bottlenose dolphins. It was a very “memorable” trip and one that planted the seed for setting up Milford’s first commercial sea kayaking operation.Today over two decades later Rosco has the longest serving owner operated sea kayaking business in New Zealand. With this wealth of experience and a small team of top class guides working alongside him Rosco continues to offer visitors to Milford Sound new and exciting sea kayaking adventures.

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Maori Bush Doctor, film maker, artist & historian: Tipene "Stevo"

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 02:16:43 GMT

Tipene goes by the name Stevo and works as a security guard at the Te Papa Museum in Wellington, New Zealand. Tipene is a Maori Irish man from the north western region of New Zealand’s North Island called, Wai kari mona. His Maori tribe are called “The people of the mist”. Tipene body is covered by Ta Moko traditional maori tattooing which resembles his fauno or family. The left side of his body represents his mother and the right side represents his father. Tipene is an artist, film maker and bush doctor who often makes medicine from plants gathered in the rainforest. Tipene’s newest film is a survival guide for living in the bush.

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Legendary climber w/more than a handful of first ascents & Geology Professor Emeritus: Gray Thompson

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 02:11:12 GMT

“Within a day's drive of Missoula you will find some of the best iceclimbing... in the world,” says Missoula's legendary alpinist GrayThompson. Gray Thompson is a local legendary climber and UM GeologyProfessor Emeritus. Gray has been climbing since the mid 1960s andit's easier for him to think of the places he hasn't been rather thenthe places he has climbed. Gray has done more than a handful of firstascents on North Faces in the Canadian Rockies and worldwide including the Himalayas, Alps and Andes.

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Circumnavigating Ellesmere island & solo kayak missions in the Solomon islands: Jon Turk

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 02:04:59 GMT

Jon Turk earned a Ph. D. in organic chemistry at the University of Colorado, in 1971. The same year, in honor of Earth Day 1, he co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States. Jon is the author of 25 text books and 4 adventure books. in addition to circumnavigating Ellesmere island, solo kayak missions in the Solomon islands, biking across Tibet to the birthplace of the Dalai Lama, multiple kayak expeditions from japan along eastern Siberia eventually walking across the Siberian tundra and so much more... for more information and to buy Jon's new book CROCODILES AND ICE visit jon turk dot com.

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Live from the Franz Josef Glacier in New Zealand's Southern Alps: Glacier Trekking

Tue, 16 May 2017 11:42:41 GMT

Recorded on moving ice while trekking the Franz Josef Glacier on the west coast of New Zealand's South Island. Featuring the glaciology of New Zealand & The Himalayas with Franz Josef Glacier Guide, Ollie Clark. Originally from the UK, Ollie has been working as a glacier guide in NZ for the past three years. Ollie studies geology with a focus on glaciology."Heli-Hike" (Helicopter-Hike),

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Growing Pinot Noir Grapes & Merino Wool in New Zealand: Draft & Di Somerville

Sun, 14 May 2017 10:10:30 GMT

An interview recorded in the vineyards & sheep stations of Central Otago on New Zealand’s South Island. Featuring two farmers, Di & Draft Somerville. Di & Draft are both native South Islanders who have a passion for growing grapes, olives, wool, mussels & vegetables. During this interview, recorded on their land, they share the art of making a fine Pinot Noir & incredibly soft, light weight, warm & fine Merino Wool in the glacier shaped landscape around Lake Wanaka.

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Nature Guide in Fiordland National Park: Carl Te Namu

Sun, 14 May 2017 09:43:26 GMT

Carl is a nature guide in Fiordland National Park who has been based in Queenstown for the past two decades. Carl is also a multi talented adventurer who loves snowboarding, sailing, kayaking & exploring everything his country has to offer with his closely knit tribe of fellow explorers. Carl has been featured on fly fishing T.V. programs & helped organize/manage the filming of all three Lord of the Rings & Hobbit films. Carl's ancestors have been in the mountains & forest of New Zealand for the past 10,000 years.

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Story teller, Historian, Radio Pioneer, & LOR actor: Evan Campbell

Sun, 14 May 2017 09:25:24 GMT

Recorded in Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland under the shadow of the Southern Alps next to the largest lake in the southern hemisphere (by volume due to depth). Mandela interviews Lord of the Rings actor, storyteller, historian, musician, traveler & radio pioneer, Evan Campbell. Evan is a native South Islander who has been chasing summer for much of his life... living part of the time in New Zealand, Europe & the UK. Evan starred in the 2nd & 3rd movies of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. He is proud of the fact that he didn't have to wear any makeup for his role in the two movies. Evan shares an in depth history of adventure tourism in New Zealand's South Island's west coast, particularly Fiordland & Te Anau.

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4x4 Enduro Racer, Motorhead & Off Road Enthusiast: Rosco Gaudin

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 02:01:07 GMT

Recorded in a 70s series Land Cruiser while navigating the gnarly 4x4 track on top of Mount Prospect in the Southern Alps on New Zealand's South Island's West Coast. Mandela interviews Rosco Gaudin, the "Mayor of Milford" & self proclaimed "Motor Head". Rosco has had passion for adventure, motorcycles, off road vehicles & enduro racing since he was a small child. Today he builds his own Land Cruisers for multi-day off road racing in New Zealand. Rosco will tell us about (while driving) his dream rig, a 70s series Land Cruiser named "Homer", all the while navigating a burly 4x4 track. Later on he articulates the view of Fiordland from the summit of Mount Prospect. Rosco is also the owner and operator of "Roscos Milford Kayaks", New Zealand's most spectacular sea kayaking destination.

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Sky Diver, Kayak Guide, Orienteer, Motorcycle Enthusiast & Beer Brewer: Courtney Quintrell

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 07:13:42 GMT

Recorded in sea kayaks in the Milford Sound on New Zealand's extremely remote west coast while the kayaks get blown around & surfed during recording. Mandela interviews fellow sea kayak guide, Courtney Quintrell. Courtney is an international adventure guide specializing in sky diving, sea kayaking, whitewater kayaking, motorcycle touring, sailing, orienteering & beer brewing. Courtney spent many years in Alaska but now calls New Zealand home. She is passionate about Maori culture & is the ultimate outdoor babe.

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Deep Water Emergence in the Milford Sound of Fiordland National Park (recorded underwater)

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 05:38:04 GMT

Recorded 28 feet below the surface of the water, join Mandela in the Discovery Center's Underwater Observatory for an interview with Daniel Crook & Andrea Ferris. Daniel & Andrea are nature guides in The Milford Sound of Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island's West Coast. The Discovery Center is a floating building which gives visitors the chance to view extremely rare species usually found between 50-5,000 feet deep in the ocean.Overlaying the sea water in the fiord is a layer of fresh water, the result of high annual rainfall in Fiordland. This combined with the narrow shape of the fiord causes a phenomenon known as deep water emergence where light is not allowed to penetrate past the fresh water. This creates a similar environment to the deep ocean at a much shallower depth, allowing visitors the chance to see deep sea species close up.Unlike an aquarium, the fish are free to come and go; it is the people who are contained. This provides a unique opportunity to observe real life situations deep below the surface of the fiord, quite different from the artificial environment of an aquarium.

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International Adventure Guide living in Queenstown: Lisa Sackville (recorded in NZ)

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 02:54:26 GMT

An American living in Queenstown, Lisa Sackville, has been an active international adventure guide all over the world for almost two decades. Specializing in whitewater, mtn. biking, sea kayaking, ice climbing & alpine skiing. She has guided in Mama Africa, South America, New Zealand, Canada, Europe & Alaska to name a few... This phenomenal woman survived temperatures downwards of -60 degrees for upwards of 3.5 hours. She shares her stories, lessons & focus with us.

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Milford Sound Sea Kayak Guide, Native South Islander & Whitewater Kayaker: Olive Butcher

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 22:15:15 GMT

Olive Butcher is a sea kayak guide in The Milford Sound, the most northern Fiord on New Zealand’s South Island’s west coast. Guiding in the Milford Sound is considered class V sea kayaking due to the most extreme wind, waves & weather in New Zealand and potentially the entire world. It’s a typical day to guide in 30+ knots of day breeze, 3-10 meter swell from the Tasman Sea, dead zones for radio contact & solo guidiing beginner kayakers upwards of 15 kilometers from base at any given time. This said, it is by far the most spectacular and best sea kayaking in New Zealand (& potential the entire world). Olive grew up in water of the Marbourgh Sounds on the South Island. Her parents sailed the world for six years & raised her in a life of water adventure including sailing, kayaking & swimming.Olive studied outdoor education at University in Auckland with a focus on whitewater kayaking. Olive is now changing her focus to whitewater & plans to guide rafting expeditions outside Missoula, Montana on the Clark Fork River this summer.

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New Zealand Crayfishing with Possum the fisherman (recorded in the Tasman Sea)

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 02:34:03 GMT

Recorded aboard a cray boat in the infamously wild Tasman Sea, Mandela spends 15 hours on board recording & after a day at sea finally manages to get sea sick mid-interview... Featuring an interview with Possum, a hard working second generation crayfisherman on a 54' cray boat called, "The Southern Legend." This boat brings in the most crayfish in all of New Zealand, about 80 tons per year. 90% of the crayfish caught in New Zealand is live exported to China. Possum grew up in the tiny fishing village of Jackson Bay on the South Island's isolated west coast. To this day, Possum's parents still live in a small home heated by coal. Possum's father continues to help out with fishing from time to time. Possum works with a crew of two other fisherman who start their day at 4am pulling crayfish from pots in reefs of the wild & extremely remote west coast of the South Island. Possum works almost everyday of the year & hardly ever gets to see his family.

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River & Soul Adventures in Nepal with Milford Sound Kayak Guide: Callum Morrison (Recorded in NZ)

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 02:38:47 GMT

Callum Morrison is from Harrogate in North Yorkshire. He had a unique childhood & grew up adventuring from a young age. He is the owner & operator of River & Soul Adventures, custom river & culture tours around Nepal. He gives back to the community by employing locals & giving computers to schools. Callum is also a class V whitewater kayaker & sea kayak guide in the Milford Sound on New Zealand's South Island's West Coast.

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Milford Sound Sea Kayak Guide, Skipper & Home Brewer: Adam Collier (Recorded in NZ)

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 02:10:34 GMT

Adam Collier is a native north islander who has salt water running through his veins. Adam has worked seven season as a sea kayak guide & skipper in New Zealand's South Island in Fiordland's Milford Sound. Due to the isolated nature of this region of the world, Adam & his friends have decided to brew their own fun using the fresh glacier melt water of Lady Elizabeth Bowen Falls. The waterfall is the main source of water & electricity for the hamlet of Milford & it is three times the size of Niagara Falls. Adam is a home brewer who created the "Wild Foods & Brews Festival", an annual gathering of locals featuring home brewing, hunting & gathering from the sea & from the land.

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New Zealand whitewater specialist & raspberry farmer: Chris Ewart

Wed, 08 Feb 2017 08:15:53 GMT

Chris Ewart is from New Zealand's south island and has been whitewater boating since he was 13 years old. Chris guides in New Zealand, Honduras & currently on the forks of the American River in Northern California.

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Maori Culture, Art, Reclamation & Singing: Robyn Rauna

Sat, 14 Jan 2017 04:55:25 GMT

Recorded inside a sacred Maori ancestral meeting place called a Marae, on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. Mandela interviews Robyn Rauna, of the indigenous Maori Tribes of Aotearoa. Robyn is a proud indigenous woman of Ngaio Tāmanuhiri, Rongoa fakata & Teitangamahaki. the Marae, sacred open meeting area, generally situated in front of the "whare runanga", communal meeting house, is the area of greatest mana, the place of greatest spirituality ; the place that heightens people's dignity, and the place in which Māori customs are given ultimate expression.

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Surfing with Frank in New Zealand: Frank Russell (Recorded in the NZ surf)

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 11:10:08 GMT

Frank traveled to New Zealand 30 years ago on a surfing trip & never returned. Frank Russell grew up in Whittier, California & at age eight started surfing on belly boards, surf mats & body surfing. Then at 17, Frank found Cal Western University located right on the Sunset Cliffs, a Mecca for reef breaks. In 2003 Frank started his surf coaching school called, "Surfing with Frank" & he led surf trips in Mexico when the water in New Zealand is too cold. www.surfingwithfrank.com

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Herpetology of The Grand Canyon: Dr. Geoff Carpenter (recorded on the Colorado River)

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 09:49:46 GMT

Interviewing Geoff Carpenter, AKA "Carp". Carp is a second generation herpetologist and boatman who specializes in lizards. Geoff has been rowing rafts and studying herpes in the Grand Canyon for over a decade. Geoff teaches field herpetology at the University of Oklahoma's biological field station.

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Europeans first contact with Maori in 1769: Sheridan Gundry

Mon, 09 Jan 2017 10:35:25 GMT

Recorded on location in Gisborne, New Zealand where lieutenant James Cook and his men first made contact with the Maori people on October 8th, 1769. Mandela interviews Sheridan Gundry, an award winning journalist and author of five books. Her most recent book is titled "A Splendid Isolation," which covers the general history of Gisborne and New Zealand's north island's eastern coast.

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The Maori Battalion, German POW camps & Maori Songs with descendent: Zandria Taare

Thu, 05 Jan 2017 09:46:35 GMT

Recorded in Gisborne, New Zealand in the C Company Memorial House featuring an interview with a descendent of the Maori Battalion. The Maori Battalion served in both World War I & II, they were famously feared in battle and consisted entirely of volunteers as the "Price of Citizenship" to their country. Mandela interviews Zandria Taare, who tells us the story of her famous grand father who spent four years in a POW camp in Germany, the son of the man on New Zealand's $50 note. Zandria will also speak about how the Maori are trying to protect the foreshore and seabed from oil companies as well as how Missionaries have affected the art & culture to this day. Zandria will also share Maori songs and language tips.

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30 Yrs Navigating Oceans, Surfing Tsunamis & Searching for Lost Treasure: Georges de Giorgio Part 2

Thu, 29 Dec 2016 22:51:20 GMT

Georges de Giorgio was born in a car wreck in France while his father, Italian Count of Santoponte, raced his mother of chilean indian/spanish decent to Italy--where he was supposed to be born. George's father moved the family to Chile at the age of 4 where he grew up working in his father's wooden ship boatyard. Georges has spent over 30 years sailing the oceans of the world & was the first navigator for the famous explorer HW Tilman on the ship, "Mischief." Georges hunted for Sir Frances Drake's lost treasure on Robinson Crusoe island. Georges also survived tsunami by surfing his ship in a massive tsunami off the coast of Chile.

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1947 Antarctic Expedition with the Great Global Explorer: Georges de Giorgio Part 1

Thu, 29 Dec 2016 22:11:40 GMT

Georges de Giorgio was born in a car wreck in France while his father, Italian Count of Santoponte, raced his mother of chilean indian/spanish decent to Italy--where he was supposed to be born. George's father moved the family to Chile at the age of 4 where he grew up working in his father's wooden ship boatyard. In 1947 at the age of 17, Georges joined an American Expedition to Antarctica becoming the youngest person to ever spend a year there. Georges lived a month alone on the Palmer Penninsula plateau, was the first to cross from the Atlantic to Pacific by dogsled with a joint British/American party, & has a mountain named after him. Because Georges was Chilean, his presence secured the Chilean claim to Antarctica.

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OCEARCH Great White Shark Research Vessel: Recorded on board in the Atlantic Ocean

Thu, 29 Dec 2016 06:50:55 GMT

An interview recorded aboard the famous OCEARCH great white shark research vessel, which has completed 26 worldwide expeditions. In addition to global conservation outreach & education, OCEARCH shares real-time data through their free "Global Shark Tracker." You can download the app on your phone to track white sharks all over the world. Scientists attach a small tracking device to the animals dorsal fin which automatically turns off when submerged and transmits gps coordinates once it has been exposed to air for at least 90 seconds. This device eventually falls off the animal as the shark continues to grow (Great White Sharks can grow upwards of 20' in length). Many things set the OCEARCH apart from other research vessels, one major contributor is the fact that they lift the animals out of the water using a hydraulic crane which is safer for both the researchers and the animals. www.ocearch.org

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History of Southern Africa, Cold War Submarines & Apartheid: Sam van Eeden (Mandela's Dad)

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 19:52:58 GMT

Adventure under water off the coast of Africa during the Cold War in the head chef's kitchen of South African submarines & travel the world barefoot with an animal skin for bottoms. An interview with Mandela's father, Sam van Eeden, who speaks about the history of southern Africa including what it was like to grow up during Apartheid in an Afrikaans family whom opposed the Apartheid regime.

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Cycling Across the Tibetan Plateau & Backcountry Skiing Around the World: Jon Turk Part 2

Tue, 13 Dec 2016 08:40:06 GMT

Jon Turk grew up on the shores of a wooded lake in Connecticut, and he attended Phillips Academy, Andover and then Brown University. Jon earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry at the University of Colorado, in 1971. The same year, in honor of Earth Day 1, Jon co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States. It sold 100,000 copies and spearheaded the development of environmental science curricula in North America. Jon Turk has written over 27 books in his lifetime.

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Circumnavigating Ellesmere Island, Canoeing Cape Horn & a Shaman in Western Siberia: Jon Turk Part 1

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 02:37:24 GMT

Jon grew up on the shores of a wooded lake in Connecticut, and he attended Phillips Academy, Andover and then Brown University. Jon earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry at the University of Colorado, in 1971. The same year, in honor of Earth Day 1, Jon co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States. It sold 100,000 copies and speaheaded the development of environmental science curricula in North America. Jon Turk has written over 27 books in his lifetime. Jon began wandering the globe, visiting people and places that were so far from my childhood upbringing. Over the decades, Jon has kayaked across the North Pacific and around Cape Horn, mountain biked through the Gobi desert, made first climbing ascents of big walls on Baffin Island, and first ski descents in the Tien Shan Mountains in Kyrgyzia. In the summer of 2011, Jon Turk and Erik Boomer circumnavigated Ellesmere Island: 1,485 miles in 104 days. Jon is 67 years old, and still blessed with fantastic health. Jon's body and he have an agreement. Jon will take it to places where they have fun; it takes Jon to places where they have fun. They're a team, Jon's body and he.

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Aboriginal Australian Dream Time, History & Didjeridu: Russell Dawson (recorded in Australia)

Tue, 06 Dec 2016 06:04:34 GMT

Recorded on location in Australia on the land of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. One of 5,000 indigenous Aboriginal Australian groups & the longest continuous living culture on earth. Indigenous Australians have occupied Australia for at least 40,000-60,000+ years. They have evolved with the land, changing it & changing with it. This interview features Russell Dawson, Didjeridu player & director of Koomurri.

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Biodiversity in The Grand Canyon: Dr. Larry Stevens & Jeri Ledbetter (recorded @ Colorado River)

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 02:06:00 GMT

Recorded on location in "the science boat" floating down the Colorado River in Grand Canyon Nation Park. An interview with Dr. Larry Stevens & Jeri Ledbetter featuring: Biodiversity in The Grand Canyon pre & post Glen Canyon Dam. History of the proposed & implemented Dam sites in The Grand Canyon...plus an inside look at the anatomy of Glen Canyon Dan including its faults. Larry still works as a whitewater guide in the Grand Canyon in addition to being the curator of Ecology at the Museum of Northern Arizona in Flagstaff & is the senior ecologist for the Grand Canyon Wild lands Counsel. Jeri is a pilot, geographer, environmental activist & whitewater guide in the Grand Canyon.

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Raising a family on a sailboat in the Caribbean: Nancy Berkstresser (recorded in Panama)

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 01:22:43 GMT

Recorded on location on an isolated island 20 miles off the Pacific Coast of Panama. Mandela interviews Nancy Berkstreser, an adventurous mother of two girls whom she gave birth to on a 60 foot catamaran sailboat. Nancy and her husband, Temme, are building a home in the jungles off the coast of Panama. Nancy is a very athletic woman who enjoys Yoga, wind surfing & adventuring around with her family.

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Windsurfing Champion, Boat-builder & Surfer: Temme Berkstresser (recorded in Panama)

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 00:33:46 GMT

Recorded on an isolated island 20 miles off the Pacific Coast of Panama. Mandela interviews Temme Berkstresser, a 2nd generation boat builder, adventurer & wizard. Temme was a professional windsurfer & grew up on a sailboat for 12 years in the Caribbean and Bahamas. Temme also built his own cat sailboat & sails it through the Bahamas & Central America with his family. His two daughters were born on their sailboat & they two are little adventurers. Temme's family purchased land on an isolated island off the coast of Panama, where they are building a home in the jungle. Temme also own, operates and builds jet skis for his company SUPERFREAK SKIS. Temme is also a talented ocean surfer, motocross athlete & inventor.

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History of Aviation & Flight Attendants: Jeani van Eeden (Mandela's mom)

Sat, 26 Nov 2016 23:51:04 GMT

An interview with Mandela's mother, Jeani. Jeani van Eeden grew up on a wheat farm in Montana & graduated from the UM & survival school in the early 60s. Hired by United Airlines as a "stewardess" in 1963, she worked as an international flight attendant for over 40 years. Jeani has traveled independently & extensively throughout China, Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Australia & The Pacific Rim. Enjoy the history of 50+ years of aviation.

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Helicopter Pilot in Vietnam, West Africa, The Andes & Cannabis for PTSD: Wayne Coe

Sat, 26 Nov 2016 02:01:49 GMT

Wayne Coe arrived in Vietnam at the age of 19 & left with over 14,000 hours of flying experience. After the war, Wayne flew all over West Africa working as the pilot for the president of Mali. Wayne rode his motorcycle all over West Africa delivering medicine and shoes to those in need. Wayne also worked on secret ops in South America depositing mirrors on the tops of mountains in the Andes as well as feeding his passion for skin diving off the California coast.

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Women's Rights in India, The Caste System & Raising a Family: Women Of India (recorded in India)

Sat, 26 Nov 2016 01:25:12 GMT

Recorded on location in Southwestern India...an interview with three individual hard working women. First we will sit on the sand near the Arabian Sea with Eshota, who has been cutting coconuts everyday with machete for the past thirty years. Then we will sit on the floor of a small shop in an alley with Lakshmi and her baby to learn about the hardships of farming during the heat of an Indian summer and raising a family. Finally, we will visit the home of Syamala to learn about Indian cooking & womens' rights on the Indian subcontinent

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Pioneering Underwater Explorer, Filmmaker & Leading Technical Diver: Jill Heinerth

Sat, 26 Nov 2016 00:35:00 GMT

Jill Heinerth is a pioneering underwater explorer & filmmaker. Jill has dived deeper into caves than any woman in history. Recognized as a leading technical diver, she is one of the world’s experts on rebreather technology & has been featured in Time Magazine, PBS, National Geographic & Hollywood movie sets.

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Founder of The African Wildlife Trust, Elephant Poaching & A Global Ban on Ivory: Pratik Patel

Fri, 25 Nov 2016 23:31:56 GMT

Pratik Patel is the founder of The African Wildlife Trust. In the 1930s there were over 10 million elephants roaming the continent of Africa, today there are less than 400,000. Every year 35,000+ elephants are killed and 40% of females found dead are pregnant. One elephant is slaughtered every 15 minutes...and this is in protected areas! If this does not change elephants will become extinct in less than 10 years. The largest market for ivory is China, where it is considered a status symbol. Africa has lost 90% of its elephant population in the last 50 years.

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History of Panama, culture, music, traditions & food: Berta Basquez (recorded on a bus in Panama)

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 07:37:14 GMT

Recorded on location in a bus as it navigates the mountainous roads of Panama...Berta was born and raised in Panama & will talk about the changes see has witnessed in her country over the past 60+ years from the times when Panama City had cobble stone streets to now where it seems that everyone is sucked into their cell phones. Learn some Spanish as well as tips for living a simple life in the jungles of Western Panama.

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Paraolynpian Gold Medal Cyclist & Triathlete for Team USA: Meg Fisher

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 07:06:33 GMT

Megan Fisher. Meg lost her leg in a car accident in 2002. Now she is a nine time world champion cyclist and triathlete for team USA. Meg represented USA in the 2012 London Paralympics where she won Gold and Silver medals. Meg grew up riding horses on a historic farm in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada but now calls Missoula home.

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One of the Lost Boys of Sudan & Human Rights Activist: John Dau

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 06:41:53 GMT

John Dau, also known as Dhieu-Deng Leek, is one of the Lost Boys of Sudan who was featured in the 2006 award-winning documentary God Grew Tired of Us. Today, he is a father himself and a human rights activist for the people of South Sudan. In 2007, he founded the John Dau Foundation which aims to transform healthcare in South Sudan. Dau was born into the Dinka tribe in war-torn Sudan. In 1987, his village of Duk Payuel in Duk County, Jonglei was attacked by government troops involved in the Second Sudanese Civil War between the Muslim-controlled government in northern Sudan and the non-Muslims in Southern Sudan. The violence scattered his family, and Dau was forced to travel on foot for three months until reaching the relative safety of Ethiopia. Dau stayed in a refugee camp in Ethiopia for four years, but when civil war broke out in the region, he was once again forced to flee. As one of thousands of “Lost Boys of Sudan,” Dau wandered hundreds of miles and faced disease, starvation, animal attacks and violence, until arriving in Kenya. While living in the Kenyan Kakuma refugee camp, he attended school for the first time. In 2001, he was one of 3,800 young Sudanese refugees resettled in the United States.

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Ayurvedic Medicine, Disease in the West, Finding Balance: Dr. Kiran Achutha Bhat (recorded in India)

Mon, 21 Nov 2016 04:40:08 GMT

Recorded at the Arya Ayurvedic Panchakarma Centre in Kovalam, Southern India. In order to research and record this episode Mandela did a 21-day Ayurvedic treatment based on complex herbal compounds in the jungles of southern India a stones throw from the Arabian Sea. Listen to this interview with Dr. Kiran Achutha Bhat. We will go back to prehistoric times when legends tell of the transmission of medical knowledge from Gods to Sages and thence to human physicians.

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Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France, Doping & Racing with Author Tyler Hamilton

Mon, 21 Nov 2016 04:03:46 GMT

Tyler Hamilton is an American former professional road bicycle racer and author of The Secret Race: Inside the Hidden World of the Tour de France: Doping, Cover-ups, and Winning at All Costs, which details his doping practices and experience in the world of cycling. He is the only American rider to win one of the Five Monuments of Cycling. Hamilton became a professional cyclist in 1995 with the US Postal Service cycling team. He was a teammate of Lance Armstrong during the 1999, 2000 and 2001 Tours de France.

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