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Adventure Diaries: Exploration, Survival & Travel Stories

Chris Watson: Storyteller & Micro-Adventurer
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Real adventure isn't just for the pros. The award-winning Adventure Diaries brings you authentic stories of Adventure, exploration and the wonder of the natural world, specifically curated to inspire your next adventure.

Hosted by Chris Watson—an award-winning storyteller and Scottish micro-adventurer—this show bridges the gap between extreme feats and accessible everyday adventures.

Whether you... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes141Founded2 years ago
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What happens when you walk for days through some of the most remote jungle on Earth — and stumble across a cave covered floor to ceiling in ancient drawings t... more

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Chris sits down with Brazilian conservation biologist Letícia Benavalli to talk about her work protecting jaguars in the Cerrado — one of the world's most bi... more

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Ricardo Kaljouw is a Dutch adventurer and mountaineer from Flushing (Vlissingen) in Zeeland, Netherlands — a province that sits below sea level, making his o... more

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What does it actually feel like to sleep alone in a West African rainforest — the noise, the insects, the pitch-dark uncertainty? In this Season 5 opener, Ch... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Trevorrow
Former Royal Navy sailor turned expedition guide with The Wild Tales
The Wild Tales
Episode: Guyana Jungle Discovery: Petroglyphs & a Lost Cave — Joe Trevorrow
Letícia Benavalli
Brazilian conservation biologist and founder of the Pro Onça Institute
Pro Onça Institute
Episode: Saving Brazil's Jaguars — with Letícia Benavalli
Ricardo Kaljouw
Dutch adventurer and first Benelux climber of the Volcanic Seven Summits
Volcanic Seven Summits / Volcanic7Summits
Episode: Climbing The Volcanic 7 Summits with Ricardo Kaljouw
Jude Kriwald
Adventure enthusiast and traveler
Episode: Jude Kriwald Alone Across Gola – A Solo Cycle Through West Africa’s Rainforest
Katharina Kneip
Adventurer who navigated the Northern Loop of the Earth through various modes of transport.
Episode: Hitchhiking The Arctic - With Katharina Kneip
Georgia Barker
Adventurer and advocate for birdwatching
Episode: Let’s Make Birdwatching Cool - With Georgia Barker
Johnny Hanson
Conservationist and expert on large carnivores
Episode: Big Cats, Himalayas & Conservation With Johnny Hanson
Tom Turcich
Adventurer who completed a seven-year walk around the world with his dog
Episode: How Walking the World Changed Everything - With Tom Turcich
Chaz Powell
Adventurer known for his survival stories across Africa
Episode: Survival, Kidnapping & Wild Rivers With Chaz Powell

Host

Chris Watson
Host of Adventure Diaries, a recognized storyteller and explorer who guides conversations with world-class adventurers, survivalists, and conservationists.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Love!

    My all time favourite podcast!! Chris is a fantastic host (with a great accent!!). Gets me through the day, and makes me want to leave my job and build a life centred around adventure!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robs_Phipps
    South Africa5 months ago
  • Wonderful work

    I just love Chris’s authentic style and enthusiasm. The interview is always so engaging and informative

    Thank you for your excellent show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F Munro
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Love it

    Great interviews

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tristate hikers
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great story

    I love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boearly
    United Statesa year ago
  • I enjoy the immediate dive into the stories of adventure. I showed up to hear the grit and grime, and you deliver. The down to earth insight is powerful. Thank you

    Audible
    5
    Andrew Rigney
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the host's authentic style and engaging interviewing, making episodes feel immersive and insightful.
Guests and storytelling are consistently entertaining and informative, with strong takeaways for adventurers.
The show is praised for high-quality interviews and actionable show notes that pull quotes and insights from guests.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#64
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#71
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#51
Australia/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#178
Italy/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#231
France/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#10
Denmark/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Guyana Jungle Discovery: Petroglyphs & a Lost Cave — Joe Trevorrow
Q: What was the most surprising archaeological find during the expeditions?
Two giant pots atop Makarapin Mountain and a cave filled with petroglyphs, including frog-like figures and stick-man drawings, suggesting complex intertribal connections and possibly ritual use.
Guyana Jungle Discovery: Petroglyphs & a Lost Cave — Joe Trevorrow
Q: How did The Wild Tales approach indigenous communities to start these expeditions?
They collaborate with nine indigenous nations, engaging communities early and sharing profits and responsibilities, with guides embedded in leadership to ensure sustainable, respectful tourism.
Walking from Patagonia To Venezuela With Ollie Treviso
Q: What was it like at night? What was it like when you were saving yourself?
Ollie describes it being the best bit, with a stunning view of the stars, but also extremely cold at night.
Arctic Survival Training & Expeditions in Finland with Albert Weckman
Q: What would you say is a call to adventure?
I would highly recommend people to visit the Nordic countries where you have a lot of nature and wilderness areas to explore.
How Walking the World Changed Everything - With Tom Turcich
Q: What is the best advice you've ever received?
From my mom. She said, pay attention. That's the best you can do.

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Adventure Diaries features in-depth conversations with explorers, survivalists, and travel storytellers who share first-hand experiences from bold journeys and wild places. Episodes often center on practical challenges, logistics, and mindset—alongside personal anecdotes and lessons learned—while highlighting opportunities for listeners to try their own adventures. A standout aspect is the call to action guests issue, encouraging audiences to step outside and contribute to causes or communities in need. The show tends to blend vivid storytelling with takeaways that are actionable for aspiring adventurers and travelers, making it appealing to both hardcore enthusiasts and curious newcomers seeking inspiration and real-world survival insight.... more

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1. Joe Trevorrow
2. Letícia Benavalli
3. Ricardo Kaljouw
4. Jude Kriwald
5. Katharina Kneip
6. Georgia Barker
7. Johnny Hanson
8. Tom Turcich

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