What is it that allows some people to push themselves beyond their limitations? Why can some people survive situations others do not? On this podcast we try to find out the answers. Stephan Kesting, is a lifelong martial artist, BJJ black belt, career firefighter, and outdoorsman. Join us as he talks to fighters, adventurers, competitors, coaches, firefighters, trainers and other people living the strenuous life. Stephan also runs Grapplearts.com, where he has published many hundreds of mart ...
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HAZARD CLASS is the podcast where the curiosity of genuine questions in and around the world of firefighting, hazmat and other emergency services is met with the knowledge of leading experts in their fields. Our intention is to bring YOU to “the firehouse table” where the rookie meets the senior man and they organically share knowledge through genuine conversation.
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Adventure outside with Luis Escobar, trail running legend, race director, running mentor and photographer, as he converses with athletes and public figures about all things extreme sports. We’ll cover everything from sell-out trail races to the most unknown ultra-running adventures around the globe, swing over into the world of rock climbing, and dive into mountain biking, triathlons and more.
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Your guide to a conceptual and intelligent Jiu-Jitsu approach. BJJ black belt Steve Kwan and a slate of expert guests explain the concepts, strategies, and tactics behind the gentle art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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Your number one podcast resource for all things related to wilderness bushcraft, survival skills and outdoor life. Interviews, discussions, reviews, advice, tips and tricks.
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Jiu-Jitsu is hard. Join host Josh McKinney on his forever quest to "suck less at jiu-jitsu." Learn from high level black belts, in depth conversations, and off the wall rants by the host himself. It is guaranteed that each episode will help you suck just a little less at jiu-jitsu, or your money back. Josh McKinney is an accomplished adult black belt competitor with a "suck-less" mindset that can help anyone progress
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An ongoing series of long-form conversations with individuals at the forefront of exploration and adventure in which filmmaker Matt Pycroft speaks to the most knowledgeable, accomplished and respected voices in the field. From mountaineers to wildlife cinematographers, environmental activists to polar photographers, The Adventure Podcast brings you up close and personal with those who live extraordinary lives. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-adventure-podcast. Hosted on Acas ...
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The Drunken Taoist is a bi-monthly podcast by writer/martial artist/college professor/whatever-label-you-feel-like-adding Daniele Bolelli. One of the monthly episodes features discussions and interviews with one or more guests. The other includes the infamous Bolelli rants and verbal Tai Chi with co-host Rich Evirs. Topics covered by the show include the common thread is whatever makes life intense, passionate and worth living. Anything that meets this requirement is fair game-regardless of ...
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Hi there! We are a blended family of four who are passionate about camping, nature, the great outdoors, physical activity, health, & being all-around good Canadians! We would love to inspire others to get outside & explore all that our beautiful country has to offer. Camping fosters an appreciation of nature, physical fitness, & emotional well-being. Despite being high-tech kids, our kids love camping! We asked them to help inspire your kids. Their creations are in our Kids section. For the ...
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Understanding what makes this podcast different is understanding what makes Chris different. For those who are unfamiliar, Chris’ story has all the makings of a Hollywood movie: a chaotic and abusive childhood in the murderous mountains of the Pacific Northwest, graduating college while working full-time to secure custody of his siblings, achieving feats of strength no other human has ever accomplished before. Chris’ “secret formula” to overcoming those challenges? To find unstoppable streng ...
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What’s Up Martial Artists! Welcome to The Black Belt Podcast a Martial Arts Lifestyle Show hosted by highly acclaimed multi style martial artist Sifu Harinder Singh in partnership with Black Belt Magazine. “We are going to bridge the gap between sport, tradition, and reality. Join me as I sit down with world class practitioners to discuss their lifestyles to teach you about their mindset, training, and fighting methods so that we can grow from their wisdom.” Season 1 guests include Michael J ...
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Martial arts are a powerful path to fitness of the mind, body, and spirit... yet most people won't even try a class! Join martial artist Ando Mierzwa as he shares ways to apply the wisdom of Karate, Kung Fu, and BJJ to everyday life. If you are pursuing success and happiness in health, relationships, or business, you will quickly discover how even a little martial arts makes life a whole lot better!
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Fight for a Happy Life with Sensei Ando: Martial Arts for Everyday Life
Ando Mierzwa: Martial Artist, Teacher
Martial arts are a powerful path to fitness of the mind, body, and spirit… yet most people never even try a class! Join Ando Mierzwa as he shares ways to apply the wisdom of Karate, Kung Fu, BJJ and other martial arts to everyday life. If you are pursuing success in health, relationships, or business, you will quickly discover how even a little martial arts makes life a whole lot better!
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422 - How to Condition Yourself to Deal with Adrenaline in Stressful Situations
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24:24The fight-or-flight reflex is always lurking just below the surface. When things get sufficiently stressful, our hormonal system dumps enormous amounts of adrenaline into our bloodstream, and—BOOM—suddenly we’re ready for action. That adrenaline serves a purpose: it elevates your heart rate, makes you much stronger, more pain tolerant, and able to …
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PK Podcast 59: Stephan Kesting on Life and Death in the Subarctic
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1:33:55Stephan Kesting, author of Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic, joins me to discuss a long-planned solo canoe journey through remote northern Canada, which took on extra significance following a life-threatening illness. In this episode, he shares the story behind the trip, the challenges he faced, and the motivations that led him to unde…
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Episode 200: Stephan Kesting, 1000 Miles of Canadian Arctic
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1:16:51Episode 200 of The Adventure Podcast features adventurer, firefighter, martial artist and author, Stephan Kesting. In 2015, Stephan was dying from polycystic kidney disease. He underwent a transplant that saved his life, and in the fog of pre-surgery uncertainty, he made a promise: if he survived, he’d complete a journey he’d dreamed of for decades…
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EPS. 28: Stephan Kesting - Frozen Ground, Unbroken Spirit: The Fight Against the Odds
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1:24:28Today, we take an unforgettable journey into the frozen grounds of resilience with our guest, Stephen Kesting. Stephen is not only a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt and renowned martial arts educator but also an intrepid adventurer whose life story combines the thrill of wilderness survival with profound insights into personal strength and persevera…
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Ep. 331: The Problem With Lapel Guard, feat. Stephan Kesting
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34:36In this bonus emergency episode, we're joined by legendary Jiu-Jitsu instructor Stephan Kesting to discuss the immediate dangers of the lapel guard position, why it is so harmful, and why the IBJJF must ban it immediately. Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership off…
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#7: Stephan Kesting – Survive First, Win Later
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1:07:07"Survive first, win later. The goal is to stay in the fight." "Martial arts training can be the crucible for developing life skills beyond fighting—mental toughness, social intelligence, and adaptability." "If your goal is longevity, your #1 priority should be injury prevention." "You can’t define someone else’s success—choose your own path in mart…
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#220 — George Kamel: Break Free From Debt, Ditch the Credit Score Game & Build Real Wealth
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1:03:39“The borrower is slave to the lender. If you owe someone money, you’re not fully free.” — George Kamel The post #220 — George Kamel: Break Free From Debt, Ditch the Credit Score Game & Build Real Wealth first appeared on The Next Level Guy Show.By Ian Dawson Mackay
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Episode 201: Dr Gina Moseley, Underground Treasure Hunting
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1:07:20Episode 201 of The Adventure Podcast features cave scientist, climate researcher, and expedition leader, Dr Gina Moseley. Gina's paleoclimatology work has taken her to some of the most remote and extreme parts of the planet. In this episode, Gina talks to Matt about how she started caving as a kid in the Midlands, saving up her pocket money to go u…
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#319 Hot Takes: Wrist-Locks, Wisdom, and Weirdos
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1:33:30Today we’re diving headfirst into another round of spicy hot takes—where flow rolls turn violent, blue belts turn into prophets, and your coach is probably just winging it five minutes before class. From the culty undercurrents of mixing martial arts and religion to the shame of explaining why a teenager tapped you, this one pulls no punches and de…
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In this week's mini-episode we explain the importance of technique chaining, and why "Jiu-Jitsu is the space between the techniques." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium memb…
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HC0027 - CHANGING POST-FIRE DECON Featuring: Tara Cornett of FLAME Natural Decon
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31:37THMG Presents: Hazard Class Episode 0027 CHANGING POST-FIRE DECON Featuring: Tara Cornett of FLAME Natural Decon Visit flamedecon.com to learn more or to place a departmental order. Contact Tara directly at [email protected] or [email protected] Follow FLAME Decon on social media: @flamedecon Episode Overview In this insightful episode, the …
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No Pooping on the Portage: Kevin Callan's Latest Adventure
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44:22Send us a text Kevin Callan, the Happy Camper, returns to share the remarkable journey of publishing his 20th book – a children's story called "A Spark of Courage." After multiple rejections from major publishers who couldn't see the market for a book about nature helping anxiety in youth, Kevin took matters into his own hands with passionate deter…
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350: Born to Run Pre-Event Conversations
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2:49:00In this special episode of the Road Dog Podcast, Luis chats with folks who are going to be involved with the Born to Run Ultramarathon Extravaganza. The Born to Run Ultra Marathon is a trail run and much, much more. Luis speaks with Rob DeCou, Crystal Morse, Ron du Preez, Tyler Tomasello, Julie Fernandez, Ted Knudsen, Zoey Linnea Chiasson, Hannah C…
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Ep. 334: Project-Based Gameplanning, feat. Josh Vogel & Dr. Mike Israetel
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57:28This week we're joined by two BJJMM alumni: Josh Vogel and Dr. Mike Israetel! In this episode, Josh and Mike discuss the unique way they build gameplans at The Jiu-Jitsu Company. Follow Josh and Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshrvogel https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel Subscribe to Josh and Mike on YouTube: https://www.youtube…
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#219 – Brain Healing, Deep Sea Living & Human Performance with Dr. Deep Sea
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1:00:30"Take charge of you. You are 100% in charge. Don’t stop learning. Don’t stop looking. Don’t stop exploring." — Dr. Joseph Dituri The post #219 – Brain Healing, Deep Sea Living & Human Performance with Dr. Deep Sea first appeared on The Next Level Guy Show.By Ian Dawson Mackay
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In this week's mini-episode we explain the phases of passing: disentangle, control, pass. Resources mentioned in this episode: Mini Ep. 49: Phases of Guard https://podcast.bjjmentalmodels.com/243161/episodes/16950582-mini-ep-49-phases-of-guard Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't f…
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#318 Justin Kichler and Justin Huff: From Training in a Garage to Teaching at an Academy
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1:23:27Today I (@thejoshmckinney) sit down with my friends Justin Kichler and Justin Huff to talk about the Jiu-Jitsu Journey.Huff, Kich, and I have been training together for over 15 years. Starting as students, evolving into purple belts training in my garage in the ghetto, til now where we all all coaches at the famous HeadnodHQ. Jiu-Jitsu for Imbecile…
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HC0026 - Navigating Death Featuring: Dr. Alex Jabr
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1:01:43THMG Presents: Hazard Class Episode 0026 Navigating Death Featuring: Dr. Alex Jabr https://www.emergencyresilience.com INSTAGRAM: @EmergencyResilience Episode Overview: In this episode of the Hazard Class Podcast, the host engages in a deep and fascinating conversation with Dr. Alex Jabr, a paramedic and expert in death, grief, and bereavement educ…
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Finding Healing in the Forest: How a Chronic Condition Led to Epic Adventure
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34:06Send us a text Curtis LaFleche's life changed dramatically at age 16 when he was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis – a condition that causes spinal fusion and threatened his athletic pursuits. Rather than surrendering to limitations, this diagnosis sparked an unexpected journey into the wilderness that transformed his life. "I just started walk…
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349: Terry Chiplin and the Future of Trail Running
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1:26:22“If we can share best practices and ways to help change the sport and grow it and evolve into something different than the way it is right now then we can make bigger impact in terms of the ripples in the sport.” Terry Chiplin is the founder of the US Trail Running Conference. In this episode, Terry chats with Luis about the south of France, the hi…
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Ep. 333: Coaching for All Levels, feat. Nick Volpe
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1:03:32This week we're joined by Nick Volpe! Nick is the black belt head coach at Dark Bear Jiu-Jitsu in Staten Island, New York. In this episode, Nick explains how he makes Jiu-Jitsu coaching accessible to students and coaches of all experience levels. Topics include: self-organized learning, teaching the "why" behind techniques, the importance of timing…
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The Far Reaches: Matt Barr, The Announcement
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1:03:04Episode three of The Far Reaches features journalist, podcaster, and founder of the Looking Sideways podcast, Matt Barr. In this conversation, we unpack Matt's latest project: a multi-episode documentary podcast called 'The Announcement', which explores the fallout of Patagonia’s now-famous announcement that "Earth is our only shareholder." On the …
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Episode 271 - Socrates' Wisdom
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In this week's mini-episode we explain the phases of guard, as taught by Rob Biernacki: engagement, maintenance, and retention. Resources mentioned in this episode: BJJMM Ep. 16: Guard Series: Engagement Phase https://bjj.plus/16 BJJMM Ep. 17: Guard Series: Engagement Phase https://bjj.plus/17 BJJMM Ep. 18: Guard Series: Engagement Phase https://bj…
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#317 16 Reasons You STILL SUCK at Jiu-Jitsu
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1:16:42Ever wonder why your Jiu-Jitsu progress feels stuck? In this video, we’re exposing 16 painfully honest reasons you might still suck. Whether you’re training like you’re in the UFC but tapping like you’re auditioning for Riverdance, relying on binge-watching Cobra Kai instead of real tape study, or mysteriously appearing and disappearing from the ma…
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HC0025 - The Actual Coolest Job Featuring: Cmd. Tom "Pager" Page
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47:22THMG Presents: Hazard Class Episode 0025 The Actual Coolest Job Featuring: Cmd. Tom "Pager" Page In this thrilling episode of the Hazard Class Podcast, Jake sits down with retired U.S. Navy Commander Tom “Pager” Page, a real-life Top Gun pilot and instructor. Pager shares his incredible journey through the skies—from his early inspirations to the i…
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#218 Cracked Open – Carly Wopat on Turning Pain Into Purpose
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1:29:11"Every time I’ve gone through something difficult, it’s cracked me open—and from that space, something new could grow." — Carly Wopat The post #218 Cracked Open – Carly Wopat on Turning Pain Into Purpose first appeared on The Next Level Guy Show.By Ian Dawson Mackay
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The Ultimate Guide to Ontario's Most Spectacular Hiking Destinations
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12:05Send us a text We're on a mission to inspire others to get outside and enjoy camping adventures, and today we're exploring some of Ontario's favorite hiking spots that range from easy day trips to challenging wilderness experiences. • The Crack Trail in Killarney Provincial Park features spectacular views over the La Cloche Mountains with white gra…
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348: The Wirth Family All Place Top Ten at 9 Trails
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1:03:17“I’m pacing myself. I got to keep consistent going up these hills and just keep my heart rate and breathing under control because once you get to far pass lactate threshold, it’s hard to come back from that.” Justin Wirth, Salvador Wirth, and Emery Wirth are a running family from Minnesota. In this episode, the Wirth family chat with Luis about liv…
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Ep. 332: Half Guard Passing, feat. Mo Black
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59:18This week we're joined by Mo Black! As of this writing, Mo is a reigning champion at Main Character Jiu-Jitsu and an instructor at Tabula Rasa BJJ in Colorado Springs. In this episode, Mo shares key concepts behind one of her favorite Jiu-Jitsu skills: half guard passing. Follow Mo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mo.jiujitsu Train with Mo a…
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#217 – Erika Ettin: Fix Your Dating Profile, Stop Overthinking & Master Online Dating
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1:05:21"If you’re struggling with dating, the problem isn’t the apps, the city, or your age—it’s how you’re using them. Be intentional, be confident, and most of all—be yourself." – Erika Ettin The post #217 – Erika Ettin: Fix Your Dating Profile, Stop Overthinking & Master Online Dating first appeared on The Next Level Guy Show.…
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421 - BJJ Training and Conditioning Myths, with James Deirmendjian from Fit Fight Training
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1:00:11Three time IBJJ World medallist James Deirmendjian joins me to discuss optimal training methodologies and the science behind strength and conditioning for sport. We cover hacks to improve recovery, debunk common myths in the Jiu-Jitsu community, and go deep into the need for a more scientific approach to training and nutrition. Follow and get in to…
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In this week's mini-episode we explain kaizen, a Japanese concept translating roughly to "continuous improvement." Get our Intro to Mechanics audio course, normally $79, FREE: https://bjjmentalmodels.com/freeintro Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium! If you love the podcast, you'll definitely love our premium membership offerings. T…
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#316 Matt Kwan: What BJJ Learned from WWE | Wild Conspiracy Theories
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2:24:38"Take us to your Leader" Today I am joined by podcaster Matt Kwan( @TheEverydayJiuJitsuPodcast ) to discuss what WWE is doing that BJJ could be doing too. Then the conversation takes a wild turn when we start talking conspiracy theories. From Greased UFC Legends, to the DDS Split, to a fake moon-landing, and even how aliens and religion go togeth…
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HC0025 - A FIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES STORY Featuring: Kenny Schroeder
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27:15In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Jake sits down with Kenny Schroeder, a retired fire lieutenant and passionate advocate for firefighter health and cancer prevention. Kenny shares the heartbreaking story of being abruptly let go from his dream post-retirement job with the National Firefighter Cancer Registry (NFCR) due to a political sh…
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Episode 199: Shauna Coxsey, Just Another Comeback
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58:39Episode 199 of The Adventure Podcast features one of the most successful British climbers of all time, Shauna Coxsey. Shauna is a World Cup champion, an Olympian, and a true pioneer in the sport. But this conversation isn’t just about climbing, it’s about what it takes to build a professional athletic career from the ground up when the path doesn’t…
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