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Episode 16: Lambert Ninteman III, Polymath
This time around we turn from mountains and physical adventure to speak with one of San Diego's finest minds, Lambert Ninteman III. Lambert isn't just another pretty face, this guy can speak fluent Chinese and French, can reel off the dates of damn nea
Episode 15: Doug Chabot, Mountain Climber & Non-profit True Believer
This time around we turn back to the mountain men and talk with Doug Chabot, an avalanche specialist, mountain guide, climber, and co-founder of the non-profit Iqra Fund. Doug talks about how he went from being a New Jersey boy with no wilderness skills t
Episode 14: Jamie Little, ESPN reporter & fierce competitor
Perhaps best known for her work with ESPN on the X-Games and in NASCAR, Jamie Little tells the classic American story of starting out as a wild child, working hard and getting a few breaks to become one of the most well known names in motorsports reportin
Episode 13: Gregory Crouch, climber & author
A damnably interesting fellow, Gregory Crouch is a climber & author who has traveled from Patagonia to Persia in search of first ascents, hard ascents, easy ascents, and everything else that goes with climbing in heavy weather. Crouch has written excel
Episode 11: Mike Ritland, Navy SEAL dog trainer
So you probably eat Paleo, but does your dog? It should! Listen in as Mike Ritland talks about how he trains dogs for everybody from the Navy SEALs to high net worth individuals, and how feeding affects everything from daily performance to how many heal
Episode 12: Robert Young Pelton
Robert Young Pelton, author of "The World's Most Dangerous Places", shares his thoughts on the benefits of getting fired, running Route Irish in Iraq, being kidnapped by Columbians, and offers up a great perspective on livin' the dream. "Basically I'm fa
Episode 10: Chris the problem solver
Ever wanted to know the way a professional problem solver thinks? Tune in this week and listen to my good friend Chris talk about the genesis and development of a world class problem solver. Chris has worked as everything from a Paramedic to a Park Rang
Episode 9: Ryan Williams, Co-founder of Forged Clothing, Founder of Demonbells
This week we talk with Ryan Williams, former SEAL turned entrepreneur. Ryan is a 6'2" 210 lb asskicker with a mind to match. He was the co-founder for Forged Clothing and after selling his stake in that moved on to Demonbells, the first custom cast art
Episode 8: Kurt Johnstad, Hollywood writer
Kick it with Hollywood epic writer Kurt Johnstad (300, Act of Valor, 300: Rise of an Empire) as we talk about the crucible of physical exertion, the reason for pursuing excellence, and just how important a good cup of coffee is. Kurt is one of the few tr
Episode 7: David Rutherford, Navy SEAL motivational speaker
Navy SEAL motivational speaker and author Dave Rutherford fires up the show with his own special brand of energy, get ready! Drawing on experiences from Azerbaijan to Afghanistan, Dave talks about how to embrace fear, build self confidence, and develop t