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Who the WYLD Things Are with Ryan Maguire

Ryan Maguire
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David Roche
Survival Skills
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Jim Walmsley
Kilian Jornet
Leadville
Ultra Running
Weight Loss
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Last Mountain Man Standing Race
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Nutrition
Dean Karnazes
Coco Donut
Twin Cities Marathon
Ultra Cycling
Lyme Disease
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Ryan Maguire brings you conversations with some of the most interesting pioneers on the planet. These legends have turned their passions into priorities and it shows! Follow on Instagram @WHO_The_WYLD_THINGS_Are_Pod Guests: Donny Dust Matt Graham Roland Welker Callie Russell Correy Hawk Chad Zuber Adam Kavanaugh Tristan Hamm Barefoot Ted Aron Snyder Mike Basich Jordan Jonas Emily Bartle Quinn Gabl... more

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Latest Episodes

Nick Walker is a content creator, endurance athlete, and co-founder of 1441 Collective, and he's got a lot going on.

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Nick to talk about his journey from baseball hopeful to full-time creator, why he's training fo... more

From Fulbright Scholar to Everest Filmmaker: Mark Fisher's Life Behind the Lens

Mark Fisher has spent over two decades chasing the world's most extreme moments, from the jagged ridgelines of the Himalayas to the powder-soaked slopes of Alaska, and s... more

From football fields to forklift fleets to functional beverages, Kelly Meredith's path is anything but straight. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Kelly to unpack how a trip to Iceland led to the creation of Dóttir, a marine collagen drink built o... more

Eli Hemming: From Olympic Triathlon to Trail Ultras, UTMB Goals, and the Joshua Tree Traverse

Ryan Maguire sits down with Eli Hemming, former elite professional triathlete turned trail runner, for a wide-ranging conversation about reinvention, endur... more

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Nick Walker
Athlete and founder of 1441 Collective
1441 Collective
Episode: Social Media for Better or for Worse // Nick Walker // Ep. 95
Mark Fisher
Founder of Fisher Creative; adventurer and photographer
Fisher Creative
Episode: The Man Who Films the Impossible // Mark Fisher // Ep. 94
Kelly Meredith
Co-founder/CEO of Dóttir, a collagen-based beverage
Dóttir
Episode: Just What the Dóttir Ordered // Kelly Meredith // Ep. 93
Eli Hemming
Former professional triathlete turned ultra-trail runner
Adidas
Episode: From Pro Triathlete to Trail Running Cowboy // Eli Hemming // Ep 92
Jason Hardrath
Endurance athlete known for completing over 100 FKTs, including climbing Washington's 100 tallest peaks in 50 days
Episode: The Flight After the Fall // Jason Hardrath // Ep. 90
Meghan Buchanan
Aerospace engineer, keynote speaker, and contestant on Netflix's Outlast.
Episode: Climbing Through Chaos // Meghan Buchanan // ep. 88
Dean Karnazes
A prominent ultra marathoner known for his extraordinary feats in long-distance running.
Episode: Endless Miles and Ancient Roots // Dean Karnazes // Episode 85
Brittany Konsella
Skier and ski mountaineering expert who has skied all of Colorado's 14ers.
Episode: Skier, Survivor, Trailblazer // Brittany Konsella // EP. 84
Dr. Teimojin Tan
Survival doctor and expert in wilderness medicine
Survival Doctors
Episode: Enjoy the Wild, But Don't Die // Dr. Teimojin Tan // EP. 82

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Ryan Maguire
Host of the show, focused on endurance, adventure, and storytelling.

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Audience consistently cites high-quality guest mix and actionable insights.
Fans appreciate candid conversations about risks, failures, and long-term planning.
The show is lauded for authenticity and practical inspiration for athletes and creators.
Listeners praise storytelling that blends personal growth with performance tactics.
Guests' expertise in endurance sports and adventure resonates with branding and partnership opportunities.

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#218
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Apple Podcasts
#205
Spain/Sports/Wilderness

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Just What the Dóttir Ordered // Kelly Meredith // Ep. 93
Q: Going from a forklift CEO to a beverage CEO, did you have any imposter syndrome when you started this?
Kelly explains that the business is ultimately a people and community venture, not just a product. He emphasizes relying on trusted teammates and a willingness to learn, which helped him overcome self-doubt and focus on adding value through the brand.
Last Mountain Man Standing // Nate Smith // EP. 77
Q: What advice do you have for someone who's apprehensive about wanting to do the race?
Don't wait until you're ready. Take big leaps and put yourself in the game.
Endless Miles and Ancient Roots // Dean Karnazes // Episode 85
Q: What advice would you give to someone trying to get into running?
Start with a good pair of shoes and aim to run for five continuous minutes without walking to build a solid foundation.
From Pro Triathlete to Trail Running Cowboy // Eli Hemming // Ep 92
Q: What were the steps to get into trail running?
Eli explains how he began transitioning to trail running after experiencing a race in Buena Vista.
From Pro Triathlete to Trail Running Cowboy // Eli Hemming // Ep 92
Q: How did you and Tabor meet?
Eli shares his story of meeting Tabor through a mutual friend from a young age.

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A high-adventure, endurance-focused show that centers on pioneering athletes, creators, and outdoor storytellers who have turned passion into a lifestyle. Episodes consistently explore personal transformation, crowd-pleasing feats, brand partnerships, and the realities of chasing ambitious goals in sports like ultramarathon, backcountry skiing, climbing, and endurance cycling. A notable thread is the emphasis on resilience, mentorship, and authentic living—often framed around training philosophy, mindset, and the evolving intersection of sponsorship, content creation, and community.

Listeners likely value grit, optimization, and authentic narratives from world-class performers who have built media-worthy brands around extreme pursuits. The... more

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7. Dean Karnazes
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