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Wild Ideas Worth Living

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High-impact interviews for those who love adventure and the outdoors. Host and journalist Shelby Stanger interviews world-class explorers, athletes, authors, scientists, health experts and entrepreneurs about how they’ve taken their own wild ideas and made them a reality, so you can too. Some of the wildest ideas can lead to the most rewarding adventures.

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Ron Griswell is an outdoor educator and founder of HBCU's Outside, a nonprofit dedicated to connecting students at historically Black colleges and universities with nature. After taking a gap year from North Carolina A&T State University to work as a... more

Rickey Gates is a professional athlete and endurance runner known for redefining what it means to explore on foot. After racing at an elite level, he ran 3,700 miles across America and later completed every street in San Francisco. Nearly seven years... more

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Nadah Feteih spent years working as a software engineer before discovering a deep passion for the outdoors. As she ventured into running, trekking, and mountaineering, she often found herself as the only woman wearing a hijab on the trail. That exper... more

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Dorian Anderson was a neuroscientist and geneticist with a promising academic career when he made a radical shift: in 2014, he left the lab to pursue a year-long, cross-country birding adventure—on a bicycle. Pedaling nearly 18,000 miles across the U... more

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Rickey Gates
Professional athlete and long-distance runner
Episode: Running Every Single Street in San Francisco with Rickey Gates
Nadah Feteih
Founder of Ma'wa Collective, passionate about outdoor adventures for Muslim women.
Ma'wa Collective
Episode: Empowering Muslim Women Through Outdoor Experiences with Nadah Feteih
Dorian Anderson
Neuroscientist and birding enthusiast who embarked on a year-long biking trip to observe rare birds across the United States.
Episode: Biking and Birding for 18,000 Miles with Dorian Anderson
Libby DeLana
An author, podcast host, and model who has committed to daily walking for over 13 years.
Episode: Walking & Cold Plunging as a Meditative Practice with Libby DeLana
Amy Freeman
Adventurer and author
Episode: Living in the Wild for a Year with Amy and Dave Freeman
Dave Freeman
Adventurer, wilderness guide, and author
Episode: Living in the Wild for a Year with Amy and Dave Freeman
Robin Pacquing
Lake surfer based outside of Toronto, Canada
Episode: Surfing The Great Lakes with Robin Pacquing
Felicia Fullwood
Adventure photographer and content creator
feliciafullwood.com
Episode: Summer Camp Series: Dispersed Camping with Felicia Fullwood
Adam Polikiewicz-Mesa
Endurance Mountain Athlete and visual storyteller
Episode: Bikepacking Through Latin America with Adam Pawlikiewicz Mesa

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Shelby Stanger
Shelby Stanger is a journalist and host known for her high-impact interviews with explorers, athletes, and thought leaders in adventure and the outdoors. She has a vibrant interviewing style and is celebrated for her ability to connect with guests to elicit personal and inspiring stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • So Glad I Found This…

    I love this podcast! I found it because I’m a Harvey Lewis fan and sought out interviews with him. Since that show, I’ve just kept listening to. Such interesting interviews and stories. Thank you Shelby and the folks at REI

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moodymb77
    United States3 months ago
  • Going Woke

    Love the show when it’s not a woke agenda. Focus on nature and adventure- and not identity politics, please. Unfollowing. Bummer.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    1000helena
    United States6 months ago
  • So glad I found this podcast

    I saw an ad at REI and started listening. Now I’m 5 episodes deep and I love the storytelling and learning from people’s adventures on here. She asks great questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura_the__exploraa
    United States7 months ago
  • Amazing

    I love this show. I’m listening from Germany and hearing about all the adventures makes me want to go out and enjoy nature. It reminds me about my inner longing for traveling and encourages me to peruse my dreams.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yousorockdude
    Germany7 months ago
  • LOVE this podcast

    I was just looking for more inspirational and travel podcasts to listen to, as I’m mostly into true crime doom and gloom. I found Wild Ideas Worth Living, and quickly became obsessed! I started it from the beginning and have been just binging it. Listening really just brings me joy; to hear all the stories, see other life perspectives, and feel the motivation of others is almost as healing as it is inspiring! I hope Shelby continues for a long time. 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maggie96.
    United States7 months ago

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Some listeners seek less focus on current social themes, preferring a concentration on nature and adventure instead.
The host's engaging style is frequently highlighted, with many saying they feel a strong connection to the guests and their journeys.
Listeners appreciate the inspiring stories and diverse guests, often remarking on the positive and motivational tone of the content.

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Connecting HBCU Students to the Outdoors with Ron Griswell
Q: How did you bring your love of the outdoors back to school? Is that when you started HBCU Outside?
Ron returned to school after his gap year with a mission to connect students with outdoor opportunities, eventually leading to the founding of HBCUs Outside.
Running Every Single Street in San Francisco with Rickey Gates
Q: Why did you decide to run across America in 2017?
Rickey sought to create his own project and explore the smaller towns and people across the country, feeling his desire to compete had waned.
Running Every Single Street in San Francisco with Rickey Gates
Q: What did you notice as you ran through the city that most people miss?
Rickey discovered many small graffiti tags and water plate covers on sidewalks that very few people pay attention to, highlighting the beauty in overlooked details.
Running Every Single Street in San Francisco with Rickey Gates
Q: What is it about pursuing kind of these wild ideas that really lured you in and attracted you?
Rickey was initially attracted by the fun and the challenge of new, scary experiences, which allowed him to embrace the unknown.
Empowering Muslim Women Through Outdoor Experiences with Nadah Feteih
Q: How did you get them outside and doing these trips with you?
It took time and effort to convince family members to join, but now they're actively involved in leading trips.

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This podcast features conversations with adventurous individuals who share their remarkable journeys and insights about exploring the great outdoors. The discussions often center around themes such as extreme sports, wilderness survival, personal transformation, and the significance of living authentically. Noteworthy episodes highlight guests who have embarked on unique expeditions, faced formidable challenges, and embraced life-changing experiences. The host's engaging interview style draws listeners in, making the stories both relatable and inspiring. Listeners can gain practical tips on outdoor activities, as well as motivation to pursue their own adventurous aspirations.

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Recent guests on Wild Ideas Worth Living include:

1. Rickey Gates
2. Nadah Feteih
3. Dorian Anderson
4. Libby DeLana
5. Amy Freeman
6. Dave Freeman
7. Robin Pacquing
8. Felicia Fullwood

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