Best Richard Forrest Podcasts (2025)

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DISCOVER: South Australia Road Trip Part 2: The Wild Side 38:52

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We're back for part two of our Discover series on the less travelled, but adventure-rich state of South Australia. Our Discover Guides are deep dives into new destinations, where we interview experts to get the ‘drum’ on the places they live and love. This series is produced as a road trip through a lesser-known part of Australia filled with natura…

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#493- "I FEEL THAT OUR SUCCESS OVER LEE'S ARMY IS ALREADY ASSURED" 30:27

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In which the two armies leave the North Anna behind, and there is a clash at Haw's Shop on May 28, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-217 FROM THE UK TO NEW ZEALAND BY BIKE: Reinventing Life in Their 60s 41:41

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re joined by Beverly and Julian, a couple in their 60s who decided it was time for a radical reset. Instead of easing into retirement, they set out to cycle from the UK all the way to New Zealand, a bold adventure that redefined their lives, their careers, and how they spend their time. What happens w…

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Alone Across Gola: Riding through the Rainforest with Adventurer Jude Kriwald 43:35

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“At home, mindfulness is an app, a tool to fight the noise. In the wild, peace and calm rule by default … Out in the open, my mind is released from the noise. It sways with the trees and flows with the rivers. It blows over snow tipped mountaintops and down into wide sunlit valleys expanding to fill its surroundings. The vistas are bigger, but ther…

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DISCOVER: South Australia Road Trip: From Adelaide to the Edge of the Outback 46:39

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G’day and good onya! Our Discover Guides are deep dives into new destinations, where we interview experts to get the ‘drum’ on the places they live and love. Today we’re excited to share the first of two episodes exploring South Australia, a less-trodden state rich in adventure, wildlife and natural beauty. This two-part series is produced as a roa…

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EP-216 WHY THE WILD MATTERS: Will Gadd on the Courage, Risk, and Dealing with Adversity 35:54

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re joined by Will Gadd — elite ice climber, Red Bull athlete, paragliding pioneer, and National Geographic’s Adventurer of the Year. Will is best known as the first person to climb Niagara Falls, but his true legacy is built on decades of bold expeditions, thoughtful risk-taking, and helping others re…

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CONNECTION: Dreamtime Diving on the Great Barrier Reef 29:28

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The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef system in the world. Covering an area of 135,000 square miles, it is bigger than the United Kingdom, Holland and Switzerland combined. Lay it out across Europe and it would reach from London to Moscow, making it is the largest living structure in the world and the only one visible from outer space. Today, …

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Introducing “Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant” 42:48

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Today, we are sharing an episode of Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, the chart-topping and Webby Award-winning podcast from our friends at Nature on PBS. Back for a brand new season, Going Wild features some of the coolest champions of nature – like a former butterfly technician who saved an endangered species while incarcerated, and a marine ec…

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EP-215 AROUND THE WORLD IN FAMILY DAYS: Charles Achampong’s Journey of Pausing with Purpose 42:51

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Charles Achampong, speaker, author, and father, who made the life-changing decision to step away from a high-powered career to travel the world with his wife and two daughters. Over the course of a year, Charles and his family visited eight countries across four continents, carrying only…

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IMMERSION: Homecoming: Chief Joseph’s Promise and the Flight of the Nez Perce 29:19

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Welcome back to the Hidden Trails of Oregon! In the first episode of our new season, host Aaron Millar heads to the eastern edge of the state, far from the bustle of coastal cities and the craggy heights of the cascade mountains. We're going on location in the traditional lands of the Nez Perce to uncover a piece of history unknown to most outsider…

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DISCOVER: The Place Where Land and Sea Meet at Victoria, B.C. 37:47

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In this episode, we’re heading to the city of Victoria on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. They call this the place where ‘land and sea meet, and cultures converge’. Victoria is a city surrounded by wild nature on all sides, from the tranquil waters of the Salish Sea to the mighty rainforests of Vancouver Island. Our Discover…

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#492- TO THE NORTH ANNA (Part the Second) 27:11

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In which the two armies reach the North Anna and Robert E Lee presents Ulysses S Grant with a problem to solve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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SEVEN VOLCANOES, SEVEN CONTINENTS: Ricardo Kaljouw Epic Climbing Journey (EP-214) 41:36

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In this thrilling episode, Ricardo Kaljouw joins the 10Adventures Podcast to share his incredible journey of climbing the highest volcano on each continent, known as the Volcanic Seven Summits. With his final summit of Mount Sidley in Antarctica, Ricardo became the first person from the Benelux region to complete this unique and demanding global ch…

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PATHWAYS: Dreamtime Dives, African Forests and Baby Kangaroos 43:37

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Every month on Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what’s coming up this month on Armchair Explorer. It’s part travel hangout, part behind-the-scenes, and a whole lot of part “wait, you did what?” In this episode, we’re going from the dreamt…

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#491- TO THE NORTH ANNA (Part the First) 34:35

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In which both armies leave Spotsylvania behind, and head for the North Anna River. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-213 FROM STARTUP TO SAILING THE ARCTIC: Pascale Marceau’s Arctic Transformation 41:07

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In this awe-inspiring episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we meet Pascale Marceau, a former engineer and tech startup leader who walked away from a high-powered corporate life to chase polar dreams. Pascale’s story is one of reinvention — trading stability for freedom, and fluorescent lights for frozen landscapes. Pascale Marceau left her role as …

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ADVENTURE: From the Shadow of Denali Into the Thaw with Jon Waterman 37:37

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Today we are taking a journey to the arctic circle, in the far north of the American continent. This is a story about climbing, and surviving, one of the tallest mountains on Earth. It’s about paddling through the most remote national park in America, the Gates of the Arctic; and it’s about finding wonder and hope in places where that hope is nearl…

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#490- THE COLLAPSE OF GRANT'S PERIPHERAL STRATEGY (Part the Third) 40:39

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In which we finish up our look at the collapse of Grant's peripheral strategy in the spring of 1864 in Virginia, with a discussion of Butler's Bermuda Hundred Campaign, including the battle at Drewry's Bluff on May 16, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-212 DISCOVERING THE OUTDOORS AT 50: Roz Brooks on Hiking, Healing & Leading 49:18

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Meet Roz Brooks, a woman who discovered hiking in her 50s and then said “yes” to everything. In this inspiring episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, Roz shares her journey from Las Vegas city life to climbing mountains, leading hundreds outdoors, and founding Blacks in Nature. You’ll hear about her first time seeing Alaska, the challenge of backpack…

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EP-211 FROM DIAGNOSIS TO DISCOVERY: Jennifer Andrewes Walks Across France with Parkinson’s 45:47

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In this moving and uplifting episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Andrewes, author and adventurer, who transformed a Parkinson’s diagnosis into a journey of self-discovery and healing. Jennifer shares how walking across France—nearly 2000 kilometers—helped her reconnect with her body, her spirit, and a slower way of living…

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DISCOVER: River Drifting, Reef Diving & Rainforest Wandering in Tropical North Queensland 43:21

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In this episode, we’re heading deep into the wilds of Tropical North Queensland, Australia—where the oldest rainforest in the world meets the greatest reef on the planet. We’ll be connecting with an Aboriginal guide to learn indigenous perspectives on the land; doing something called ‘River Drifting’ through the ancient forests of Daintree; seeing …

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#489- BATTLE OF YELLOW TAVERN 31:40

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In which we discuss the Battle of Yellow Tavern- which took place in Virginia on May 11, 1864- and the mortal wounding of Jeb Stuart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-210 SURVIVING THE ARCTIC: Mark Synnott’s 7,000-Mile Journey Through Ice and History 56:00

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re joined by Mark Synnott — legendary climber, Arctic explorer, author, and filmmaker. From summiting Everest to sailing 7,000 miles through the Arctic Passage, Mark shares stories of extreme endurance, raw connection to nature, and his mission to retrace the doomed 1845 Franklin Expedition. Mark dive…

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🎧 PATHWAYS: Rainforest Drifts, Kangaroo Islands & Denali’s Frozen Edge 28:30

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This is your monthly guide to the world’s wildest travel stories – one adventure at a time. Every month on Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what’s coming up on Armchair Explorer. It’s part travel hangout, part behind-the-scenes, part “wai…

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EP-209 RUNNING ACROSS AMERICA: Rob Pope on being the modern day Forrest Gump 44:46

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In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we talk with Rob Pope, author of Becoming Forrest: One Man’s Epic Run Across America, and host of the How to be Superhuman Podcast. Rob shares what inspired his desire to run across the US five times, following the path of Forrest Gump. Rob also talks about the challenges of such a grueling adventure, th…

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BUCKET LIST: Eye-to-Eye with Giants: Whale Watching in Victoria, B.C. 14:39

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"I've been guiding or working around whales now for almost over just about over a decade, and I still am in awe at all of the experiences that we have. It's just a wonder of a magnitude that people don't really get to experience anywhere else in urban life" – Nik Coutinho, Prince of Whales In this Bucket List episode, produced in our immersive docu…

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#488- THE COLLAPSE OF GRANT'S PERIPHERAL STRATEGY (Part the Second) 34:11

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In which we discuss the Battle of New Market (May 15, 1864), as we continue our look at the collapse of Ulysses S Grant's peripheral strategy in Virginia in the spring of 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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ADVENTURE: Becoming Forrest Gump: The Man Who Ran Across America Five Times (IRL) 37:48

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In today’s episode, we’re joined by Rob Pope, the first person in the world to complete the legendary run made famous by one of Hollywood’s most beloved characters – Forrest Gump. Yes, you heard that right. Rob took on the challenge of following Forrest’s route mile by mile, crossing the country not once, but FIVE times. That’s like running from th…

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#487- THE COLLAPSE OF GRANT'S PERIPHERAL STRATEGY (Part the First) 28:54

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In which we look at the collapse of Grant's peripheral strategy in Virginia. We talk about the Battle of Cloyd's Mountain on May 9, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-208 WALKING THROUGH HISTORY: What It's Like to Hike the Via Francigena 38:11

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In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we dive into one of Europe’s most fascinating long-distance walks—the Via Francigena. Mico takes the hosting seat once again as we chat with Richard about his recent journey along this historic pilgrimage route. Starting in Canterbury and stretching all the way to Rome, the Via Francigena offers a mix of…

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BEST OF EXPLORER: Where’s Wallis? No Guidebook, No Google, No Clue with Best-selling Travel Author Brian Thacker 38:57

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Follow best-selling travel author Brian Thacker on a unique, mad-cap adventure to three of the remotest countries on Earth. Inspired by the intrepid spirit of explorers of old, Brian decided to tear up the guidebook, switch off the phone and turn up to a country knowing absolutely nothing about it in advance. He picked three countries at random: th…

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EP-207 EUROPEAN TREKKING: Exploring Iconic Trails and Hidden Gems 44:34

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In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we flip the script as Mico takes over hosting duties to grill our host Richard about multi-day trekking in Europe. With years of experience hiking across the continent, Richard shares why Europe is such a fantastic destination for long-distance walks—think stunning landscapes, rich history, incredible fo…

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#486- SPOTSYLVANIA (Part the Third) 43:16

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In which we look at the fierce fighting at the Mule Shoe on May 12, 1864. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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PATHWAYS: Flight of the Nez Perce, the Prince of Whales and Run Forrest Run 31:01

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At the start of every month, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton preview what’s coming up on Armchair Explorer, play their favorite clips, and reveal the stories they’re most excited to share. A cross between a highlight reel, an interview, and two people telling travel tales down the pub, our Pathways episodes are your guide to choosing you…

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EP-206 EXPLORING THE ATACAMA: Embracing Adventures and Culture with Mark Johansen 34:45

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In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we explore one of the most fascinating and extreme landscapes on Earth—the Atacama Desert. We’re joined by journalist and author Mark Johansen, whose latest book, Mars on Earth, is both a travel memoir and a deep dive into Chile’s culture, history, and the experience of being an outsider in a foreign lan…

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A quick update on where we've been... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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ADVENTURE: The Long Ride Home: 10,000-miles on Horseback from Canada to Brazil 43:15

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“I came face to face with grizzly bears. I had to befriend drug lords. I saw two people shot dead. I witnessed a guy trying to kill his wife with five gunshots. I crossed the tallest mountains in the world. I had to swim rivers with horses. I was lost in deserts and nothing, absolutely nothing, brought me more pain and heartache and stress than man…

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EP-205 BACKPACKING ESSENTIALS: Gear Tips, Packing Mistakes, and Trail Wisdom from the Rockies 47:24

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with our show producer and returning guest, Mico, to dive into the art of backpacking and long-distance trekking. Last time, we focused on the best trails in the Canadian Rockies — but today, we’re talking about everything else that makes a backpacking trip successful. From choosing the right…

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IMMERSION: Muskets, Marching and a Haunted Hospital 29:02

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As soon as they walked into the barracks at Fort Sisseton, they were handed muskets - heavy Springfield 63s from the Civil war era - given a uniform and told to march. Presenter Brian Thacker and producer Jason Paton thought they were just covering the annual Sisseton historical festival, in South Dakota, as spectators. Turns out they were getting …

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EP-204 OVERCOMING BRAIN TRAUMA: Brain Health and Injury Prevention with Kelsey Boyer 35:44

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In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we dive into the crucial topic of brain health and injury prevention in outdoor sports. We chat with Kelsey Boyer, a passionate snowboarder whose journey took an unexpected turn after suffering multiple concussions during an Olympic qualifying year. Kelsey shares her experience of unknowingly sustaining …

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Red Bull: How To Be Superhuman 41:53

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Abdullah Zeinab’s epic Rhino Run adventure crossing South Africa and Namibia redefines what’s possible in endurance cycling. Unsupported and unforgiving, this grueling 1,700-mile ultra-cycling race put his mental strength, grit and resilience to the ultimate test through breathtaking but brutal landscapes – where a tiny detail, like a tiny screw, m…

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Following in the Treads of the 1897 All Black Bicycle Corp with Erick Cedeño 38:09

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“Those are my heroes, those guys paved the way for me to be able to travel through this country, free, and they're almost superhuman to me.” - Erick Cedeño, Bicycle Nomad In 2013, Erick Cedeño, aka. Bicycle Nomad, came across an old photograph that changed his life. Taken in 1897, it showed 20 black soldiers riding bicycles across the American West…

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#485- SPOTSYLVANIA (Part the Second) 40:22

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In which the two armies clash near Spotsylvania on May 10, 1864, and Grant vows "I propose to fight it out on this line if it takes all summer." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-203 BACKPACKING THE CANADIAN ROCKIES: Where To Go and How to Get Started 44:55

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re flipping the script! Mico takes over as host to interview Richard about backpacking in the Canadian Rockies—a place he’s been exploring for over 20 years. With endless trails, stunning alpine scenery, and the chance to truly disconnect, backpacking here is unlike anywhere else. We dive into what ma…

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PATHWAYS: Buffalo Soldiers, a Long Rider, and How to be a Superhuman 22:33

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At the start of every month, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton preview what’s coming up on Armchair Explorer, play their favorite clips, and reveal the stories they’re most excited to share. A cross between a highlight reel, an interview, and two people telling travel tales down the pub, our Pathways episodes are your guide to choosing you…

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#484- SPOTSYLVANIA (Part the First) 34:36

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In which the two armies break off the fight in the Wilderness and set off for Spotsylvania Court House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-202 FROM SURGERY TO SUMMITS: Overcoming Adversity and Hiking the PCT with Crystal Gail 42:44

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In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Crystal Gail, whose journey into the outdoors began in an unexpected way. After battling intracranial hypertension—a rare brain disease—she faced multiple surgeries before ultimately choosing a neuromodulator that changed everything. With a new sense of energy, she quickly went from reco…

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JOURNEY: Canada’s Wild Rivers and Shimmering Lakes: Paddling Ontario by Canoe 22:45

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In this episode, we dive into the soul of Ontario’s wild, tranquil landscapes alongside award-winning travel writer and photographer Alex Robinson. From serene canoe journeys gliding through Algonquin Provincial Park to exhilarating white-water escapades on the Madawaska River, this journey is an invitation to immerse yourself in the pristine water…

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#483- THE WILDERNESS (Part the Fifth) 29:21

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In which the fierce fighting in the Wilderness comes to end on May 6, with the two armies locked in something of a stalemate- but, as it turns out, Grant is not ready to quit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Richard Youngdahl

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EP-201 ACROSS THE AMERICAS: Exploring the World on a Motorbike with Kix Marshall 50:03

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In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we venture into new territory—literally and figuratively—by exploring the world on two wheels. Our guest is Kix Marshall, an author and filmmaker who undertook an epic motorcycle journey from Canada to Argentina. Along the way, he discovered the power of food, culture, and adventure in shaping an unforge…