
Interviews with hard-core adventurers, serious outdoor misfits, and those who’ve found themselves in extreme survival situations. Hosted by Michael Atkinson (Outback Mike), an experienced survivalist and adventurer, we discover how they handled hardship and the transformative power of adventure and risk-taking. There's plenty of 'how-to' to keep you alive on your next adventure too, whether it's A... more
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 31 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsWilderness | |||

Shipwreck survivor James Morrill washed up on the Far North QLD coast in 1846, living with Aboriginal people for 17 years before re-assimilating into European society.
In this second episode of reading James' book about his experience, published in ... more
Shipwreck survivor James Morrill washed up on the Far North QLD coast in 1846, living with Aboriginal people for 17 years before re-assimilating into European society.
In this episode I read out James' book about his experience, published in 1864, a... more
Former Australian commando Heston Russell fought in Middle East and after returning to ‘normal life’ had to fight to clear his name and those under his command. We unpick what happened, and the media, government landscape that allowed it.
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Cam is a full-time thru-hiker, trekking some of the worlds longest and most spectacular trails. He just finished his hardest challenge yet, shared with his million followers across Instagram and TikTok.
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Compelling, informative authentic
In this podcast Mike interviews other adventurers and shares some of his experiences. Very enjoyable. Audio quality can be hit and miss but that’s part of its charm. Thanks Mike!
He’s got the passion and experience. Good tips and inspiration to get out there.
What wonderful, inspiring podcasts to listen to. Thank you for your commitment to adventuring.
Thanks for the podcast Mike! I really enjoy both formats. Where you have a chat exploring someone else’s path to their lifestyle or adventure, as well as the podcast with just you, talking about your camping and hiking experiences and tips with kids.
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This show centers on hardcore adventurers and survival stories, featuring deep-dives into extreme conditions, risk-taking, and practical how-to guidance for surviving and thriving in rugged environments. Episodes mix personal narratives with historical or contemporary context, often drawing parallels between past expeditions and present-day adventure mindset. Listeners likely value resilience, preparedness, and authentic storytelling, with occasional emphasis on safety, ethics, and cultural perspectives in outdoor settings. A standout aspect is the range from long-form interviews with elite outdoorspeople to hands-on survival tips, making it useful for those seeking inspiration, gear ideas, and real-world survival insight for expeditions wi... more
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