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Big Adventures with Brian Dierker

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Grand Canyon
Rafting
Filmmaking
Grand Canyon National Park
Glen Canyon Dam
Colorado River
Skiing
Navajo Nation
Flagstaff
Niagara Falls
Jackson Hole
California
Hopi Reservation
Lake Powell
Lake Mead
Monterey, United States
Arizona
Park Service
Sobek
Environment

Grand Canyon boatman Brian Dierker sits down to chat with fellow guides, scientists, politicians and oddballs about adventure, conservation, and all things outside.

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Latest Episodes

Evolution of Grand Canyon Science continues this week with Dave Topping! Dave is a sediment researcher (among other talents). He joins Brian to talk about Glen Canyon Dam's impact on sediment in the Colorado River.

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Our Evolution of Grand Canyon Science series continues, and this episode is all about water! Dave Wegner joins Brian and Steve for a wide ranging conversation about deadpool, the Colorado River Compact, and much more. Enjoy Dave Wegner and the Evolut... more

Roy Johnson kicks off our Evolution of Grand Canyon Science series, and with good reason - he started the whole research project in the first place. Roy sits down with Brian and Steve Carothers to chat about forming and conducting the first significa... more

Brian Dierker and Steve Carothers are happy to welcome you to The Evolution of Science in the Grand Canyon! This interview series will explore the history of scientific studies, the people who designed them, and their ongoing impacts on policy and re... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Topping
Sediment transport and geomorphology expert involved with Grand Canyon projects
US Geological Survey / Grand Canyon Monitoring and Research Center
Episode: Evolution of Grand Canyon Science: Dave Topping
Dave Wegner
Guest scientist with a long history in Grand Canyon research
GCES/GCMRC lineage
Episode: Evolution of Grand Canyon Science: Dave Wegner
Roy Johnson
93-year-old senior member, researcher
Prescott College / Grand Canyon National Park Service project
Episode: Evolution of Grand Canyon Science: Roy Johnson
Steve Carothers
Scientist and longtime collaborator with Roy Johnson
Episode: Evolution of Grand Canyon Science: Roy Johnson
Liam O'Neill
River guide and rescue instructor; guest on the episode
Grand Canyon river guides, rescue programs
Episode: Liam O'Neill
Jimmy Grissom
River guide and adventurer with a long career across multiple rivers and international expeditions
Various rafting outfits including Sobek and Whitewater
Episode: Jimmy Grissom
Phil McNichol
Former ski coach; high-profile figure in American and Canadian ski racing
Episode: Phil McNichol
Peter Bruce
Radio legend, guest on the show
Flagstaff radio scene
Episode: Peter Bruce
Troy Gillenwater
Guide and adventurer with extensive Alpine, desert, and Tibet expedition experience
Arizona Trail Association (supporters)
Episode: Troy Gillenwater

Host

Brian Dierker
Host of discussions featuring guides, scientists, and adventurers, sharing stories and insights about outdoor adventures and conservation efforts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Big adventures with Big Brian

    I forgot how I came across this show but I’m working on listening to all the episodes. Brian if I see you this fall I have some questions to discuss! Brian is a big man but if you meet him you quickly see he is also bigger than life. I like that this show brings out so many adventures from such a wide variety of people. Listening to Mr Dufficy talk about summoning Denali took me back to the “longest coldest camping trip” I’ve ever been on, when I tried and failed to climb Denali in 1994. All the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    i give up 49
    United States3 years ago
  • I Love ‘Big Adventures’

    I love & appreciate Brian Dierker's Podcast. I discovered it while preparing for my own 'Big Adventure' doing a R2R2R run in the Grand Canyon. I started with the Kevin Fedarko episode after reading 'The Emerald Mile.' I highly recommend both the book and the interview here. I live in Ohio and am so grateful to be able to relive my The Grand Canyon experience through this podcast. The guests are always so inspirational and the conversations authentic. Thank you, Brian Dierker!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJoe2
    United States4 years ago
  • So cool

    Dierker is a Demi-God in these parts. As someone who has lived in Flagstaff as long as I have. Was a guest swamper in the 90s. And has watched Snowbowl transform over the last several years. I’m lucky to know several of his guests. This is a refreshing podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cjam in AZ
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!

    Brian always has such an amazing energy and his guest enjoy the conversation which makes for an amazing dynamic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caleb_podcasts
    United States4 years ago
  • Boatman history

    Probably the best part of the day while river guiding for me was guide time on the boats after dinner. The work of the day is done, the guests are happy, the heat has gone and we’re just watching the last bits of light on the upper canyon walls while enjoying a beer together. Brian and his incredible friends take me back to those moments and the conversations and stories shared. Thanks Brian!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kavukavu1
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners commend the authenticity and energy of the host, highlighting his engaging storytelling and conversation style.
The podcast is appreciated for its diverse array of guests, offering listeners inspiration and deep connections to the adventures shared.
Audience members express a strong emotional connection to the stories, often relating personal experiences to the narratives discussed, particularly in the context of the Grand Canyon.

Talking Points

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Ed Keable Returns
Q: How is the park handling the challenges of smaller staffing?
They have implemented workforce planning, centralized budgeting, and internal controls, and are exploring organizational realignment to improve efficiency while maintaining core operations and visitor services.
Ed Keable Returns
Q: What is the status of the TransCanada Water Line project?
The Water Line is two-thirds complete, on budget and on schedule, with major components like Phantom Ranch facilities and a South Rim water treatment plant either completed or in progress, and ongoing management to minimize visitor impacts through closures.
Troy Gillenwater
Q: How did your early outdoor experiences shape the dangerous and demanding expeditions you later undertook?
They grounded me in practical skills, a love for exploration, and a respect for nature's limits, which kept guiding and planning rooted in survival and curiosity rather than bravado.
Kelsey Pfendler Returns!
Q: But why don't we start out with the... We kind of left it off. You were in training and kind of told us about what the follow-through training you'd be doing before the race, and then we'll go into the race.
We built a solid foundation in Monterey, trained extensively in tough conditions, and learned the boat from the deck up, including reworking cycles of navigation and power use to survive the long voyage; the emphasis was on teamwork, resilience, and learning quickly from every mistake, which set us up for the race itself.
Joseph Day
Q: What did you learn about different cultures from your time as a missionary?
Joseph shares that he learned to be respectful and observant in foreign situations, emphasizing the importance of listening more than speaking.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Adventures

What is Big Adventures about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast explores a vibrant tapestry of outdoor adventures and personal stories that capture the spirit of exploration and conservation. With Grand Canyon boatman Brian Dierker as the host, listeners are treated to engaging conversations with fellow guides, scientists, and a diverse array of guests, each sharing their unique experiences and insights regarding nature, adventure, and environmental stewardship. Topics often revolve around river guiding, cultural ties to nature, and personal anecdotes that highlight the thrills and challenges of outdoor pursuits.

Notably, the conversations delve into the historical and contemporary narratives of river running and adventures in the Grand Canyon, as well as the personal journeys of those who... more

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1. Dave Topping
2. Dave Wegner
3. Roy Johnson
4. Steve Carothers
5. Liam O'Neill
6. Jimmy Grissom
7. Phil McNichol
8. Peter Bruce

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