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Wild Ideas Worth Living

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Ultra Running
Adventure
Personal Development
Running
Stargardt Disease
Intuitive Training
Adventure Travel
Microadventuring
Patagonia
Wheel the World
Travel With Disabilities
Bicycle Corps
Boston Marathon
Pain Cave
Fear Management
Highball Bouldering
Adventure Sports
Physical Fitness
Mental Health
Snowboarding

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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Brother Phap Luu is a Zen Buddhist monk at Deer Park Monastery in Southern California, founded by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. He co‑authored Hiking Zen, which explores walking and hiking as mindfulness practices that cultivate presence, awareness, an... more

Ariana Luterman is an endurance athlete whose IRONMAN journey began after a year‑long battle with an unexplained illness that left her extremely weak and often bedridden. In 2023, she completed an IRONMAN just ten months into rebuilding her health an... more

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Preet Chandi began her polar career in 2021 when she skied solo to the South Pole while hauling a 192 pound sled across Antarctica. At just 37 years old, Preet has already become one of the most accomplished polar explorers of our generation, complet... more

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Anton Krupicka is one of the most iconic ultrarunners and long-distance trail athletes in the U.S. Known for his minimalist approach—shirtless miles, long hair, and a bushy beard—he became a defining figure in the sport. Over nearly three decades, An... more

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Recent Guests

Brother Phap Luu
Buddhist monk and co-author of Hiking Zen
Deer Park Monastery
Episode: Hiking Zen with Brother Phap Luu
Ariana Luterman
Triathlete who completed six Ironmans on six continents and set a Guinness World Record.
Episode: 6 Ironman Races on 6 Continents in 1 Year with Ariana Luterman
Preet Chandi
Adventurer and polar explorer, known for her record-setting expeditions to the South Pole and upcoming trips to the North Pole.
Episode: Trekking Solo to the North and South Poles with Preet Chandi
Anton Krupicka
Iconic long-distance trail runner known for his minimalist approach
Episode: Ultra Running and Setting FKTs with Anton Krupicka
Emily Pennington
Gear tester and author known for her work with National Parks.
REI, Outdoor Gear Lab, CNN Underscored
Episode: Chatting Gear & Gifting with Emily Pennington
Tyler Turner
A three-time Paralympic snowboarding champion and the first bilateral amputee to fly in a wingsuit.
Episode: Skydiving & Becoming a Paralympic Snowboard Champion with Tyler Turner
Alex Hutchinson
Science journalist and human performance expert.
Episode: Discovering the Explorer's Gene with Alex Hutchinson
Tracee Metcalfe
Doctor and record-breaking mountaineer
Episode: Climbing the 14 Highest Peaks in the World with Tracee Metcalfe
Nelly Attar
Record-setting mountaineer and dancer, first Arab woman to summit K2
Episode: How I Trained for Everest in the Saudi Desert with Nelly Attar

Host

Shelby Stanger
Host and journalist known for her high-impact interviews with adventurers and experts, focusing on inspiring stories of exploration and resilience.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I am so thankful that I found this podcast! It is where I head on the days where I need an extra dose of inspiration and happiness. Thank you Shelby for finding your guests, sharing their stories and encouraging your listeners to follow our own wild ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HolJul 15
    United States21 days ago
  • You are a great interviewer

    Shelby is just an awesome interviewer, she knows how to make the interview flow and shows her kindness and empathy, which is so refreshing rather than a list of questions. The one episode I have not liked is of Tia Thomas the man who has destroyed women sports, it was disappointing to hear Shelby interview someone that has done so much damage to women’s sport and safe spaces, specially when Shelby’s guests are always people who have done incredible things and are inspiring. There is nothing insp... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Barb wire88
    Australiaa month ago
  • 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 States7 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 States10 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 Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critiques mention a desire for less emphasis on social or political issues, with a preference for a more adventure-focused narrative.
Many reviews highlight the impact of personal stories shared by guests, making the content relatable and motivating for aspiring adventurers.
The host's interviewing style is frequently commended, creating a positive listening experience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and the wide range of interesting guests, often finding inspiration from their adventures.

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6 Ironman Races on 6 Continents in 1 Year with Ariana Luterman
Q: What was your recovery like between Ironman races?
Ariana explains her post-race recovery routine and the injuries she faced during her first race.
6 Ironman Races on 6 Continents in 1 Year with Ariana Luterman
Q: How do you assemble a team for such an expensive sport?
Ariana discusses the logistics of funding her Ironman journey and her various jobs to support her training.
6 Ironman Races on 6 Continents in 1 Year with Ariana Luterman
Q: What would you guys do every weekend at REI?
Ariana shares her experiences of exploring every aisle of REI with her dad, looking at new gear and enjoying the outdoors.
Hiking Zen with Brother Phap Luu
Q: Is there a difference between hiking and hiking Zen?
Yes, hiking Zen emphasizes being present in nature rather than just being competitive or athletic.
Trekking Solo to the North and South Poles with Preet Chandi
Q: What is it like when you fall in the water and then you try to get back out?
I will be in an immersion suit, and I have to make sure I can see an exit before getting into the water, as it's not a simple swim.

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1. Brother Phap Luu
2. Ariana Luterman
3. Preet Chandi
4. Anton Krupicka
5. Emily Pennington
6. Tyler Turner
7. Alex Hutchinson
8. Tracee Metcalfe

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