Ep. 213 ~ Maddy Nutt, Traka 560 FKT
In this episode Patrick interviews ultra‑cycling newcomer Maddie Nutt, fresh off her record‑breaking win at the 560 km Traka ultra where she shattered the previous time by 2 hours 20 minutes on her first ever ultra race. Maddie explains how she set a controllable goal—beating the course record—by using data‑driven power and weight calculations, meticulous route recon, and a Type‑A, finance‑background approach to logistics and pacing. She also shares the mental balance she maintains, blending disciplined planning with a relaxed, long‑term love for cycling that keeps anxiety low and performance high. Listeners gain insight into the strategic mindset required for ultra‑endurance events and the importance of sustainable, enjoyable racing.
Why This Pro Triathlete Quit Her Job to Hike the Appalachian Trail with Katie “Sunrise” Lance (BPR #355)
In this episode of Backpacker Radio, civil engineer turned pro triathlete Katie “Sunrise” Lance recounts qualifying for Kona on her first Ironman while juggling 20‑hour training weeks and a 12‑hour night shift at the Tennessee Valley Authority. She describes the...
We Visited the Adventure Capital of the World. Here's What We Discovered.
The episode explores Queenstown, New Zealand, highlighting its blend of breathtaking scenery and innovative sustainability initiatives. Guests include Dave Beach, CEO of RealNZ, who discusses the historic coal‑fired steamship TSS Earnslaw and its recent restoration; Michael Sly, who turns restaurant waste into compost and...
Ep. 211 ~ Jacob Ashton, World Tour | DOOM | ETS
In this episode, host Patrick chats with veteran bikepacker Jacob Ashton about his epic four‑year world tour—over 77,000 miles across 100 countries—and his recent ultra‑distance races, including the DOOM ultra and the East Texas Showdown. Jacob shares how he went...
Outward Bound and Me
In this 55‑second episode, host Dylan Carroll introduces the "Outward Bound and Me" series, highlighting how a single Outward Bound adventure can spark profound personal transformation. He outlines the show’s format—conversational interviews with alumni that explore pre‑trip expectations, pivotal moments...
Enormocast 321: Katie McKinstry Stylos – Reaching Further
In this episode, host Chris Galoos interviews Katie McKinstry‑Stylos, a pioneering figure in sport dry‑tooling—a discipline that uses ice‑climbing tools on rock without ice. Katie shares how she transitioned from a competitive three‑day eventing horse rider to a climber, describing...
Kevin Fedarko on A WALK IN THE PARK
In this episode of Poured Over, journalist Kevin Fedarko discusses his memoir A Walk in the Park, which recounts his 2015–2016 attempt to traverse the Grand Canyon on foot—a project originally intended as a National Geographic article for the National...