Exploring the Heights

Exploring the Heights


Latest Episodes

Pie Iron Recipes with Darren Kirby Part 1: Episode #21
October 07, 2015

T - oday's guest talks about his recipe book called "Pie Iron recipes" and some of the other books he has written and is going to write. We also talk about a couple of the recipes in his Pie Iron Recipe book that I tried and about how you have to figu...

Running, Mountain Biking, and Nordic SKi Racing With Sharon McDowell: Episode 20
September 30, 2015

This episode's guest is pretty awesome! She has done triathlons, Cross Country Ski Racing (Nordic Ski Racing), Mountain Biking, and Running! She shares some of her experiences and wisdom with us, talking about the Firecracker 50,

Hiking Trails, Running a Website/Blog, and Talking About The Hell Hike and Raft with Adam Nutting
August 25, 2015

Today's guest runs a blog called "Hiking the Trail" and has hiked quite a few places. Adam Nutting talks about the Hell Hike and Raft, Social Adventures, Paddle Hut and Hike, and tells us how interested individuals can apply for Hell Hike and Raft to p...

Mountain Biking and Downhill Riding with Adrian Johnson
August 22, 2015

Today's guest tells us about mountain biking and downhill riding. He also tells us a bit about mountain bikes and where to get more information about them. Adrian Johnson shares some stories with us such as choosing a mountain bike to race 60 miles wit...

Running Long-Distance Races, Hiking/Running on 14ers, and Getting Lost in the Mountains with Steve Bremner: Episode 9
August 19, 2015

Have you ran a Marathon in every state? Have you ever run up and down a 14er? Today's guest has checked these accomplishments off his list and much more. Meet Steve Bremner, a minimalist outdoor enthusiast and accomplished runner who has conquered many...

Running Long Distances Keeping Positive Mindsets and Training for Races with Jax Koudele: Episode 8
July 21, 2015

Today's guest has been running since she was five years old. Jax Koudele has run Marathons, Triathlons, and Ultrathons, and has done quite well in her races. Jax shares some experiences with us, talks about prepping for a race,

Living off the Grid, Being an Outdoor Photographer, and Crashing on a Downhill Ride with Jonathan Barrett: Episode 7
June 24, 2015

Have you ever seen an outdoor photographer capturing a scene with his/her camera? Chances of that photographer being in the snow, hanging off a mountain, or traveling long distances in an unknown place is pretty big. Today's Guest,

Discussing being a minimalist and using survival Skills with Brady Lyles: Episode 6
June 09, 2015

In this episode, our guest Brady talks about going to a survival school and then shares his minimalist views on gear and hiking. Brady challenges the status quo for hiking by taking a tarp instead of a tent and eating pemmican instead of jerky. -

Talking about Ultrathons and Nolan’s 14 with Julian Smith Episode 5
June 01, 2015

Today's guest is Julian Smith. He tells us about running the Hardrock 100 Endurance Run, His passion for the Nolan's 14, and gives us a detailed review of what equipment he carries on his runs with him in different situations.

Stephanie DiCenso Talks about Hiking 14ers Episode 4
May 27, 2015

Today's guest enjoys hiking Colorado's 14ers. She is well on her way to hiking all of them with 30 of them completed. She talks about some of the 14ers specifically and her experiences hiking them, as well as some stories about safety and when things d...