In this episode, Jen and Dyana sit down with endurance athlete Nora Fierman. Nora has skied and mountain biked around the entire world, including places like Mexico, Lesotho (Southern Africa), Canada, and France. She shares stories from her experience in the Breck Epic which is a 6 day mountain biking stage race in Colorado as well as a forever life-altering experience skiing Pico de Orizaba where she witnessed her first fatality in the mountains. Nora's passion for the outdoors is deep and is attributed to her childhood with her mother being the driving force. With all of her experience and love for high speed sports, Nora realized something was missing with her nutrition, so she founded Neve. Neve offers plant-based smoothie pouches for athletes which are designed with science but made for adventure. This episode is one for the adrenaline junkies who have a taste for abnormal adventures!

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Neve's website - https://eatneve.com/

Follow Neve on Instagram - @eat_neve

NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:

3:10 Welcome, Nora Fierman!

4:54 Nora's attraction to abnormal adventures

7:55 Bikepacking in Lesotho, a country in Southern Africa

15:30 The Breck Epic MTB 6 Day Stage Race in Colorado

24:52 The foundation of Nora's passion for skiing

30:20 Nora's life-changing ski trip to Mexico on Pico de Orizaba

37:36 How witnessing a mountain fatality changed Nora's perspective of the outdoors

44:54 Intertwining adventure, food, and hospitality

49:39 Creating Neve and helping athletes thrive using nutrition

58:09 Where to buy Neve pouches to fuel your adventures and travel

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In this episode, Jen and Dyana explore the power of creating an alter ego—and how it can help you land your dream job, break bad habits, or even conquer a thru-hike. When life gets tough, stepping into an alter ego can help you get out of your own way and tap into strengths you already have. They share how their own trail personas carried them through the hardest moments, with Jen reflecting on the different versions of herself needed for work vs. personal life—and Dyana introducing us to Tammy Taylor, her confident alter ego born back in fourth grade. Whether you're chasing a big goal or just trying to survive the week, this episode is your reminder that you're capable of way more than you think.

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In our latest episode, we sit down with athlete, author, and outdoor enthusiast Anthony Porter—a true multi-hyphenate known for his skills in archery, knife throwing, and parkour. These days, Anthony is best known for his educational and entertaining outdoor videos that explore nature conservation, wildlife, and survival skills. Anthony opens up about the intense challenges of competing on American Ninja Warrior, the unexpected moments he's faced in the great outdoors, and how a childhood love of nature shaped his life's path. Through humor, storytelling, and hands-on expertise, he brings the wilderness to life for audiences of all ages. A certified backpacking guide, rock climber, and archery instructor, Anthony shares his knowledge with thousands—but his true passion lies in inspiring kids to embrace the outdoors. His children’s book, My Epic Nature Journal, encourages young explorers to draw, craft, and engage with the natural world in creative ways.

Anthony's website - www.anthonyporter.com

Follow Anthony on Instagram - @outdooranthony

Follow Anthony on YouTube - @outdooranthony

Purchase Anthony's childeren's book, My Epic Nature Journal

NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:

2:27 Welcome, Anthony Porter!

7:58 The art and benefits of archery and knife throwing

14:03 Anthony's experience on American Ninja Warrior

28:04 One of the scariest moments in the outdoors and what Anthony learned from it

47:40 The importance of outdoor enthusiasts to be well-informed

57:51 My Epic Nature Journal, Anthony's outdoor children's book

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In this episode, Jen and Dyana chat with Australian adventurer and thru-hiker Cam Bostock—best known for his stunning outdoor exploration videos and epic long-distance hikes. Based in Western Australia, Cam has taken on some of the world’s most iconic trails, including New Zealand’s 1,864-mile Te Araroa Trail, the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in the U.S., Mount Kilimanjaro, and countless rugged routes across Australia. All the while, he’s been documenting his journeys for hundreds of thousands of followers. Cam brings a fresh, cinematic perspective to life in the wild. Tune in as we explore his most unforgettable trail moments, the mindset behind solo adventure, and how the outdoors has reshaped his view on life.

Follow Cam on Instagram - @cambostock

Follow Cam on YouTube - @CamBostock

Cam's Podcast - The Life Outside Podcast

Cam's business - Optiventure

NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:

3:37 Welcome, Cameron Bostock!

14:46 Cam's favorite trails in Australia

20:31 Cam's experience on the Te Araroa Trail

25:41 Why the Pacific Crest Trail stands out to Cam as his greatest adventure

31:21 Cam's first steps on the PCT vs his last steps

41:56 The sections on the PCT that impacted Cam and Jen the most

50:03 Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the hilarious origin story of Team Spud, and dealing with altitude sickness

58:23 Cam's top 3 pieces of gear

1:02:10 Advice on how to stay connected to loved ones during long trips

1:08:26 Cam answers questions from the public (Carr Boyd, hiking as a business, scariest encounter in the bush, planning/gear/itineraries)

1:26:38 Cam's biggest lessons learned from the outdoors

1:30:02 What is next for Cam and where to follow along

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In this episode, Jen and Dyana sit down with renowned Canadian trick rider Bella Da Costa, whose high-speed, gravity-defying performances have earned her championship titles and captivated audiences everywhere. Bella shares insights into the deep bond between riders and their horses, how the confidence gained in the arena translates into real life, and her hopes for the future of the sport. Most recently, Bella was featured in the short documentary She Looked So Free, directed by Danny Gevirtz, which explores her journey and passion for trick riding.

She Looked So Free Documentary

Follow Bella on Instagram - @belladacostatrickriding

NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Intro

5:06 Welcome, Bella Da Costa!

6:13 What is trick riding?

6:41 What drew Bella to trick riding

7:46 She Looked So Free Documentary

12:50 Bella's biggest physical and mental challenges in trick riding

14:07 The power of trust between rider and horse

25:47Coaching children on trick riding and the confidence it builds

35:10 Why chasing your passion is the best path

40:35 How to follow along on Bella's adventures and her future performances

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In this episode, Jen and Dyana invite you aboard their (imaginary) private jet as they embark on a global adventure, picking their favorite destinations from TIME Magazine’s The World’s Greatest Places of 2025. Their journey takes them to Peru’s towering Alta Sanctuary treehouse, the rugged Nangma Valley Trek in Pakistan, the futuristic Shebara Resort on the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia, and more. Fasten your seatbelts—this is going to be a wild ride!

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In this episode, Jen and Dyana chat with Iain Ward—known to his millions of followers as The King of Chemo. His motto? "I have cancer, not excuses." Iain is an extreme athlete pushing the limits of human endurance—and time itself. He recently completed The Great World Race, running 7 marathons on 7 continents in just 7 days. Now, he's training for an even bigger challenge: running 52 miles in all 52 countries and territories of Europe, in 52 weeks. And after that? The BIG one—a full circumnavigation of the globe using only human power, all while aiming to break the world record for the most money ever raised. Why? Because he has terminal brain cancer. However, Iain refuses to let that stop him from living one hell of a life.

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Follow Iain on YouTube: @TheKingOfChemo

Follow Iain on Twitch: @TheKingOfChemo

NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Intro

1:46 Welcome, Iain Ward!

2:55 Iain explains his "why" and embracing being the protagonist in his own film

7:28 Brain cancer diagnosis

9:34 Staying awake during brain surgery

16:38 Finding purpose and looking ahead at life

27:39 Taking on The Great World Race and the rugged landscape of Antarctica

39:48 Training for The Great World Race

50:07 Running 52 miles in 52 countries and territories in Europe in 52 weeks

58:27 The Big One and circumnavigating the globe with pure manpower

1:09:52 How to support Iain

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In this episode, Jen and Dyana chat with Kathleen Neves, a self-proclaimed food-motivated hiker, solo backpacker, and backpacking coach for women. The episode centers on embracing solo adventures and using the journey to elevate life off the trail. They discuss Kathleen's experience on the Pacific Crest Trail, the importance of mental preparedness, and the common fears many women face when venturing into the wilderness alone. The conversation highlights the power of self-talk, adaptability, and embracing adventure despite any obstacles. Through her online program, The Confident Solo Female Backpacker System, Kathleen helps women feel comfortable and confident exploring the backcountry on their own.

Kathleen's Website - www.The-Hungry-Hiker.com

YouTube Channel - The Hungry Hiker

Instagram - @_TheHungryHiker

The Confident Solo Female Backpacker System

The article mentioned in the episode: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Going Backpacking Alone

NOTEABLE TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Intro

4:54 Welcome, Kathleen Neves!

8:36 Kathleen's first solo backpacking trip & lessons learned

13:57 Common fears among women hikers

18:52 Mental hurdles and the importance of self-talk

25:38 Irrational fears and overthinking

28:14 Solo traveling translating into home life

32:37 The takeaways for solo backpacking

35:49 Day hiking preparedness

41:16 Common mistakes made in the backcountry & finding comfort

48:23 The birth of the Hungry Hiker

52:28 Empowering women in the outdoors

57:18 Upcoming trek in Nepal

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