
Host David McGuffin talks to Canada’s greatest explorers about their adventures and what inspires their spirit of discovery.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 141 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelNatureScienceSociety & Culture | |||

“Emerging out of this darkness suddenly was the bow of Quest.”
— John Geiger
Nearly 400 metres beneath the Labrador Sea, John Geiger watched Sir Ernest Shackleton’s last ship emerge from the darkness. Two years after leading the expedition that dis... more
“We knew we had something that was ours and unique and different, and we figured we better shout it out loud.” - Alan Doyle
For Alan Doyle, travelling the world has only strengthened the pull of home.
Along the way, he takes us back to his childhoo... more
“I knew about bears in this abstract theoretical way, but I didn’t really know what it meant to live closely with them.”
What happens when a mother black bear refuses to leave the hillside beneath your fire tower?
For bestselling author Trina Moyle... more
“One of the main reasons we travel is to be different, hopefully better, versions of ourselves.”
For Eric Weiner, travel has always been a way to pursue the big questions: What makes us happy, creative, wise, and fully alive?
He has spent much of ... more
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In these wild times I appreciate learning and loving more about incredible Canadians
Thank you for joy and generosity in learning more about great explorers
Really enjoyable!
I would like to hear more interviews and stories regarding great CDNs that developed resources, built businesses and championed capitalism in Canada. Geo Explorer only exists because of capitalism and economic growth and successful businesses in Canada. Champion the hands that feed Explorer.
I stumbled on the series to my delight! I live south of the Canadian border, a few hours, and consequently, have taken many vacations in British Columbia in recent decades. In my youth, my wife and I traveled extensively through Nova Scotia Newfoundland, labrador ,New Brunswick , Yukon and the northwest territories. Traveling with our thumbs we met many wonderful, hospitable, Canadians. I loved hearing the rich stories the explorers interviewed described. as I approach retirement, your guest hav... more
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A long-form interview series that pairs a seasoned Canadian explorer with a rotating lineup of guests who are leaders in exploration, science, and storytelling. Episodes often center on personal journeys, remote expeditions, and the intersection of nature, culture, and technology, with a strong emphasis on Indigenous knowledge, conservation, and the human drivers behind discovery. The show frequently features wildlife researchers, polar scientists, expedition leaders, and journalists, offering rich anecdotes, practical insights, and context for broader geographic and environmental issues. Its standout appeal lies in its deep-dive conversations, clear storytelling, and a consistently human-centered approach to exploration in Canada and beyon... more
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