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Welcome to Inspire Campfire. A podcast where ordinary people tell their stories of extraordinary adventure. These are campfire stories meant to inspire the rest of us to light the fire within, get outside, follow our dreams and return to tell our own stories. Ready? Let’s strike the match…
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Visit website →This week, we are thrilled to welcome Sarah Aviram, a number one bestselling author, Fortune 500 HR leader, and TEDx speaker whose talk has captivated over 800,000 viewers worldwide. Sarah's story begins with a deep-rooted love of exploration instill
This week, we're honored to welcome Marie "Lootie" Leautey, a record-breaking endurance runner and former international CFO who became only the seventh person in history and the fastest woman to run around the world. Born in France and shaped by a li
This week, I’m sharing an unforgettable daddy-daughter adventure to Patagonia with my daughter, Leilan. We traveled to Torres del Paine National Park in Chile to hike the famous W Trek, expecting breathtaking scenery, fierce weather, and a real physi
This week, we're honored to welcome Andrew Delmenhorst, founder of Pygmy Elephant, a company that designs self-guided adventures for travelers around the world. Growing up with a restless curiosity and an early love of exploration, Andrew's life took
This week, we’re honored to welcome Melissa Rodway to the campfire, author, podcast host, and lifelong adventurer who lives by a simple but unsettling truth. If you constantly feel like you are meant to be doing something else, you probably are. Meli
This week, we’re honored to welcome Brian Kuchinski, founder of Peaceful Ponds and a lifelong seeker of beauty, meaning, and connection through nature. Known for helping people “find their zen” by recreating waterfalls, streams, and tranquil outdoor
This week, we're honored to welcome Justin Tucker from the North Carolina Outward Bound School. Growing up as a city kid in Baltimore, Justin's path seemed set: fashion industry, New York City life, the whole nine yards. But after losing a close frie
This week, we're honored to welcome Risa August, an adventurer and author based in Colorado. After receiving a life-altering diagnosis of a brain tumor in 2018, Risa faced a choice that would define her future: to retreat into fear or to embrace life
This week, we're honored to welcome Ricardo Kaljouw from the Netherlands, the first Dutchman to conquer all seven volcanic summits. Growing up in a country below sea level, Ricardo developed an early fascination with mountains and exploration that ev
This week, we're honored to welcome Alex Maier and Amy Robin, the creative force behind Wilderness Mindset, a Montana-based outdoor filmmaking company devoted to nature-inspired storytelling. What began as a deeply personal journey on the Continental
This week, we're honored to welcome Austin Whitehead from Salt Lake City, Utah, who made a pivotal decision 15 years ago that would shape the entire trajectory of his life. Growing up in suburban Charlotte, North Carolina, Austin felt the pull of som
This week, we're honored to welcome J'aime Nowak, an award-winning international keynote speaker, leadership expert, and author who has spent over three decades transforming the lives of business professionals. Growing up on a sprawling farm in Rhode
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Terry Cumes, Managing Director of the world-renowned retreat center Willka T’ika, nestled in Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas. Raised in the U.S. yet deeply rooted in the Andes through family and spirit, Terry br
This week, we're honored to welcome Sarah Safeer, a product manager in digital consulting based in New York City who has learned early on to prioritize experiences over things. Despite living in one of the busiest cities in the world, Sarah understan
This week, we are honored to welcome back Dr. Sandy Hazelip and Eleanor Hamby—the Two Traveling Nanas—on Inspire Campfire. At ages 80 and 81, these lifelong friends captured the world’s imagination when they circled the globe in 80 days, proving once
This week, we're honored to welcome Oliver Treviso from Swansea, Wales, an adventurer whose extraordinary journey embodies the transformative power of getting lost to find yourself. Facing uncertainty and conflict between who he believed himself to b
This week, we welcome Paul Martino, Maria Martino, and Maria Wurtzbacher, who join host Scott Wurtzbacher to relive their fairytale on the Tour du Mont Blanc. A milestone-year idea became a self-guided loop of 100 miles around Mont Blanc across Franc
This week, we're honored to welcome Kijuan Amey, a resilient Air Force veteran, motivational speaker, and author of “Don’t Focus on Why Me.” Raised in Durham, North Carolina, Kijuan’s adventurous spirit and drive led him to serve as an in-flight fuel
This week, we're honored to welcome Sharyn Means, a New Zealand native and CEO of Dove's Rest Cabins, a stunning resort perched on the rim of the Palo Duro Canyon, the second largest canyon in the United States. Growing up in one of the most southern
This week, we're honored to welcome Mal Roe, founder and original elopement photographer of Vows with Views. Growing up in rural Ohio, Mal’s early fascination with adventure and the outdoors eventually evolved into a calling—to help couples celebrate
This week, we're honored to welcome Jessica DeAngelo, Chief Hiking Officer and founder of Hike to Become, with a background in global sales and strategy. Having worked with Fortune 500 companies like Amazon, Nike, and Uber, Jessica made a dramatic pi
This week, in the final part of our Everest Base Camp series, we're honored to welcome Karen Darke, Paralympic gold medalist, and adventurer whose extraordinary journey to Everest Base Camp redefines what it means to answer the call to adventure. Fro
This week, in part 2 of our Everest Base Camp series, we're honored to welcome three extraordinary adventurers from our recent Everest Base Camp trek: Keith Davis, a real estate investor from Eugene, Oregon; Clare Brown, an upland ecologist from Scot
This week, we're honored to welcome Olga Bak, friend and advisor to Travel Nepal Himalaya's Treks, the local guide company that helped our group navigate the challenging journey to Mount Everest base camp. Developing an early connection with Nepal du
This week, we're honored to welcome Rue McKenrick, professional backpacker, conservationist, and the visionary behind the American Perimeter Trail—a 14,000-mile route that circumnavigates the continental United States. Growing up with a passion for b
This week, we're honored to welcome Zack Luttrell, an entrepreneur, adventurer, and community builder from Charlotte, North Carolina. Growing up with an event planner mother, Zack developed an early talent for bringing people together that eventually
This week, we're honored to welcome Louis Alexander, a Guinness World Record-holding adventurer and endurance athlete from London. At just 25 years old, Louis has already achieved feats that most of us can only dream of—running marathons on all seven
This week, we’re honored to welcome Stephan Kesting, adventurer, firefighter, jiujitsu practitioner, and author of the new book Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic.
Stephan shares the gripping story of his thousand-mile solo canoe expediti
This week, we're honored to welcome Bryan Murphy, creator and host of the popular podcast and social media brand "Hawaii's Best." Growing up in Southern California, Bryan developed an early fascination with the Hawaiian Islands that eventually evolve
This week, we’re honored to welcome Niki DiGaetano, a death doula from Salt Lake City, Utah, who has dedicated her life to supporting those at the end of theirs. Niki had long felt called to work with the dying, but it wasn’t until a 2022 section hik
This week, we’re excited to welcome filmmaker Zach Carver for an in-depth look at a journey fueled by tradition, exploration, and sheer self-reliance. At the heart of our conversation is the Race to Alaska—a grueling, human- and wind-powered challeng
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Oscar Newson-Smith, a visionary changemaker with an extraordinary story of purpose, resilience, and impact. Oscar is the founder of The Racso Project, a social enterprise dedicated to revitalizing Turkey's economy
This week on the podcast, we're joined by artist and world traveler Chris Matsushige for an unforgettable story from Pamplona, Spain. Every year, the historic Running of the Bulls attracts millions of spectators and daring participants who sprint alo
This week on the podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Craig O’Boyle! Craig, a real estate entrepreneur from Colorado Springs, Colorado, lives by the mantra "work hard, play hard." Each year, he organizes a unique adventure for his close-knit group of f
This week on the podcast, we’re bringing you a powerful episode centered on compassionate leadership, belonging, social awareness, moral courage, and driving social change. These values are at the heart of the Charlotte Unity Project by the North Car
This week on the podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Jeff Johns, a lifelong adventurer, filmmaker, photographer, and writer who has spent nearly half his life traveling the globe and living abroad. Jeff's journey is an inspiring tale of embracing disc
This week on the Inspire Campfire podcast, we’re excited to welcome Mary "Newfound" Leavines, a storyteller, writer, photographer, and the owner of a popular hostel for thru-hikers along the Appalachian Trail. Mary’s journey to the AT began with an i
This week on the Inspire Campfire podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Richard De Gouveia, a man who has dedicated his life to sharing his profound connection with animals, the environment, and the Earth. As the founder of Arc Earth, Richard leads tran
This week on the Inspire Campfire podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Chris Watson, the voice behind Adventure Diaries, a podcast that brings authentic tales of adventure, exploration, and the natural world to life. Chris joins us to explore the trans
This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Kyle and Heather Ellison from Maui, Hawaii, a couple who built their relationship on a shared love for adventure. As their family grew, they realized that having kids didn’t mean giving up their passion for t
This week on the podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Kristoff Druva, a passionate wildlife photographer from Denver, Colorado, who uses his lens to capture the beauty and fragility of nature. As the founder of Kristoff Druva Photography, Kristoff's wo
This week on Inspire Campfire, we’re joined by Ty, an adventurer from Long Island, New York, who has made full-time travel his way of life. With extreme intentionality, Ty embraces every moment, living in the now while having a clear vision for each
This week, we’re joined by Lauren from @YorAdventures, a wife and mom of four boys from Eugene, Oregon, who discovered firsthand how transformative nature can be for mental health. When the pandemic hit in 2020, she quickly realized that being cooped
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Anita Phillips, a remarkable individual who embodies the "work hard, play hard" philosophy. For 20 years, Anita thrived as a corporate lawyer in the bustling cities of London, Paris, and Hong Kong. But when she wa
This week, we bring you the extraordinary tale of Sophie Matterson, a woman who left behind the familiar to embark on a life-changing journey across Australia with five wild camels. Hailing from Flinders Ranges in South Australia, Sophie traded her c
In this week’s episode, we explore the journey of embracing the unknown and finding the courage to face life’s greatest challenges. Our guest, Tyler Stallings—known as the Moto Photo Guy—has made a career of diving headfirst into thrilling situations
This week, we explore how travel and adventure can become lifelong companions, shaping our experiences across every stage of life. Our guest, Bob Delaney—trail name "Jon's Dad"—joins us from Columbus, Ohio, to share his remarkable journey. Now in his
This week, we're exploring how the wilderness offers a powerful chance for transformation and self-discovery. Nature provides the freedom to embrace new identities without judgment, and for hikers, this often takes shape through the tradition of trai
Join us for an inspiring journey to the highest peaks on every continent, known as the Seven Summits. Our guest, Bo Parfet, an adventurer from Kalamazoo, Michigan, has stood at the summit of each one and is here to share the powerful lessons he learn
In this week’s episode, we dive into the transformative journey from survival to success and, ultimately, significance. Our guest is Creek Stewart, a renowned wilderness survival instructor, author, and television host. With over 20 books on survival
This week, we dive into the evolving role of adventure throughout life's transitions. Joining us is Tami Fandrei from Sacramento, California, who shares her inspiring journey. After her youngest child left for college, Tami felt an unexpected void, p
In this week's episode, we’re joined by Michael McLaurin, a dedicated family man from Charlotte, North Carolina, who has a background in banking and operational risk. Michael’s story took an unexpected turn when, during the Covid lockdowns, he sought
In today's episode, we explore how following your own call to adventure can inspire others to take action in their own lives. We're thrilled to welcome back Josh Sutton, our very first guest on the Inspire Campfire podcast. Josh returns to share upda
In this episode, we delve into the art of breaking through barriers and embracing new perspectives. Our guest today, Saray Khumalo, exemplifies how the sky is not the limit—it's just the beginning. Joining us from Johannesburg, South Africa, Saray is
This week's episode is all about parenting adventurous kids, and we're literally taking the conversation to new heights. Our guest, Joe Evermore, is the father of three incredibly adventurous children, including his oldest, Sam, who at age 8, became
In this week’s episode, we’re going to find out how a love of hiking goes from three guys in a garage to one of the world’s largest guide companies that in just over 20 years has served over 75,000 guests, grown to a team of 200 staff, and has raised
In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome two extraordinary guests. First, we have David Allen, the mastermind behind the renowned Getting Things Done (GTD) system. His influential book, Getting Things Done, has been translated into over 28 language
Today, we delve into the fascinating world of hitchhiking, also known as thumbing. Our guest, Daniel from Los Angeles, California, has embraced the thumb life since 2013, embarking on over 10 epic long-distance hitchhiking journeys across North and S
In this episode, we're journeying to Hawaii to explore the art and science of traditional Polynesian voyaging, guided by the experienced Bruce Blankenfeld. For over 600 years, the canoes that originally brought the first Hawaiians to their island hom
Join us this week on the podcast as we welcome Richard Campbell from Calgary, Canada, the visionary founder of 10Adventures. With a mission to inspire more people to embrace the joys of active travel, Richard's journey is nothing short of remarkable.
Welcome to another inspiring episode. This week, we're thrilled to have Justin Rosales from Charlotte, North Carolina, share his incredible journey. Discover how a small-town boy came to believe that all things are possible and embarked on a life jou
Join us for another inspiring episode as we sit down with Giovanni Rocco, the Press Secretary for the United States Department of the Interior. Gio, as his friends call him, was born in Chile and immigrated to the United States at the age of nine. Hi
Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Jim Keyes, a true modern-day Renaissance man. With a resume that includes leadership roles in globally renowned Fortune 500 companies, such as Blockbuster, Inc. and 7-Eleven, Inc., Jim Keyes brings
In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Paul Aubert, a self-proclaimed Frenchie from Paris, France who now resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, and is one of the founders of Noovo - a company that specializes in building high-end custom vans for van life
Embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery with Tom Turcich, who set out on a quest for meaning by walking around the world. In 2022, Tom achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the 10th person on record to complete this epic journey. Spanning 38 c
On this special Earth Day episode, we’re joined by Mike Silvestrini, Partner and Co-Founder of Energea - a company that makes investing in renewable energy accessible for everyone. Mike’s love for adventure has taken him all over the world including
Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Frank Wiseman, an acclaimed salesperson, lifestyle coach, and health advocate. In this captivating conversation, Frank takes us on a transformative journey of physical healing, recounting his remarkable expe
In this captivating episode, we are honored to welcome back two remarkable individuals, Karen Darke and Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, as they unite to embark on an extraordinary journey. Karen, a Paralympic gold medalist and intrepid adventurer, defies limita
In this episode, we're accompanied by "Outback" Mike Atkinson, who recounts his two-month survival journey aboard a dugout canoe along the Great Barrier Reef. Mike, known for his recent participation in the survival reality show Alone Australia, boas
In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Goldman to talk about the sport of Adventure Racing, which is highlighted in the new movie, Arthur the King starring Mark Wahlberg. Sarah is the Community Programs Director for the North Carolina Outward Bound S
In this episode, we're joined by the adventurous Moondog Roop, who unveils his fascinating journey and introduces us to the exhilarating world of thru-skating. Offering a fresh perspective on long-distance adventuring, Moondog recounts his experience
In this episode, Lucy Barnard, an Aussie in pursuit of becoming the first woman to walk the length of the Earth, joins us to share her story of the active 30,000 km trek from the southernmost point of South America to the highest point of Alaska with
In this episode, Jillian Morris, the founder and president of Sharks4Kids - an educational organization that brings together scientists, educators, conservationists, and professional videographers to help create and inspire a new generation of shark
In this episode, Angela Maxwell, an author, solo adventurer, and inspirational speaker, joins us to share her story of walking across 4 continents, 14 countries, a handful of islands, and over 20,000 miles over 6.5 years. She shares her stories of tr
In this episode, Ryan Prentiss, an arborist, coffee enthusiast, bike fanatic, and constant student of life, joins us to share the story of his bike tour from San Francisco, California to Peru and how he learned to adapt to the unexpected. Ryan is liv
In this episode, Philip Lhamsuren, a passionate adventurer, writer, and father who has been roaming the ‘abandoned roads’ of the world since 1997, joins us to share his story and adventures exploring Amazonia. He is joined by Marina Danailova who joi
In this episode, Shelby Stanger, creator and host of the podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living, an REI Co-Op Studios production and author of, Will to Wild, joins us to share her story and talk about soul seeking, second chances, and success that we can f
In this episode, Clint Bertucci, the founder of Travr - a travel company that brings together incredible destinations, bucket list experiences, and like-minded travelers, joins us to share his story and how we can seize the opportunities inside each
In this episode, Michele Tyburski, the creator of Hiking After 50 - a social media brand that reminds us that it’s never too late to become active and enjoy the outdoors, joins us to share her story of finding hiking as a release and a trigger for tr
In this episode, we’re joined by Justin Fornal, an international explorer, cultural detective, filmmaker, award-winning writer, and the host of Unexplained and Unexplored on the Discovery and Science Channel. Listen in as he shares the incredible sto
In this episode, Adam El Azab, an award-winning photographer and the Founder of How2Egypt - a Travel Buddy business that lets you experience Egypt as a friend, joins us to share his story and all of the amazing things Egypt has to offer.
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In this episode, Taylor Grist joins us a second time to share his story of committing to what he started and summiting Mount Everest. His first attempt was cut short due to his Sherpa team coming down with Covid days before he was set to summit.
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In this episode, Hannah and Mark Ollenburger, Creators of Bears Den Essentials - a knitwear label for those who love being outside where the wild things are, join us to share their story of leaving city life to answer a call to nature and more fully
In this episode, Alfredo Aliaga, his daughter Anabel Aliaga-Buchenau, and Julian Coiner, who just returned from a quest to set a new World record that would make Alfredo, at age 92, the oldest person to hike the Grand Canyon from rim to rim, join us
In this episode, Amit Negi, a Mountaineer and high-performing Professional Athlete who grew up in the mountains of India, joins us to share his story of summitting some of the highest and most dangerous mountain peaks in the World including three ove
In this episode, Kit Parks, Entrepreneur and Host of the Active Travel Adventures Podcast who has traveled to almost 50 countries and all 7 continents, joins us to share her story and the magic of adventure travel.
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In this episode, Jermaine Andre, Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee, 2x World Champion, UFC Vet, 5x US Champion, Author, Teacher, Mentor and a Pioneer in MMA, joins us to share his story of overcoming challenges and confronting fear.
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In this episode, Brad Israel, a True Hero on his own Hero’s Journey with 14 years of dedicated military service who has deployed all over the world as an Airborne Ranger & Green Beret, joins us to share his story of recognizing abundance and using it
In this episode, Wil Lavender, a former Senior Finance Manager who just completed a coast-to-coast 4,200-mile cycling adventure from the Pacific Ocean in Washington State to the Atlantic Ocean in New York, joins us to share his story of this two-and-
In this episode, Marty Ohlhaut and Grace Ly, a Father-Daughter Team and Authors of the new book Tent for Seven, join us to share their story of a trip out West gone sideways. Marty worked in the business world for 40 years and has traveled to all 50
In this episode, Randi Beard, a Realtor from Asheville, NC with a lifetime full of adventure and travel all over the world from backpacking trips to South America, Nepal, and India, joins us to share her story and how she allows herself to be guided
In this episode, Elliott Costlow, an Everyday Adventurer, Backpacker, and Storyteller who is a frequent solo traveler with the exception of trips with his dog Bailey, joins us to share his story of climbing the highest peak in the Northeastern US, Mo
In this episode, Michele Spiezia, aka the General Manager of the Universe representing her family and Ellysium Racing - their race team with an inspired goal to pave the way for themselves and others on a newly forming international stage in electric
In this episode, Jeremy Early, a Craftsman, Philanthropist, Adventure Guide, Trailblazer, and Owner of Jeremy Early Trailworks - a company that creates hand-built, low-impact trails for residential communities throughout the Southeast, joins us to sh
In this episode, Dineo Dowd, a Wife and Mom from Wisconsin who spends her days planning and writing about adventure to inspire other women and kids to get outside and enjoy the outdoors, joins us to share her story and how curiosity for adventure can
On our 100th episode, Ryan Dean, Podcast Producer of Inspire Campfire, Creator, Entrepreneur, Adventurer, and Inventor of Peace KEYper - a self-defense aid that uses your standard house key, joins us to share his story of converting a school bus into
In this episode, Nathan Stuart, a Baja local and Founder of Legends Overlanding - a boutique tour company that provides bucket list overlanding adventures in Baja California, joins us to share his story of how he took his passions of overlanding truc
In this episode, Adam Herzog, an Elite Whitewater Kayaker and Trauma Nurse, joins us a second time to share his story of successfully achieving a lifetime goal of navigating the Mount Everest of kayaking and suffering an injury soon after by falling
In this episode, Kevin Thueson and Nate Thompson, with KCN Campgrounds - an investment group that focuses on campgrounds and RV parks, join us to share their story of how they have combined both their passions and skills to become an important part o
In this episode, Dr. Gregory P. Smith, who holds a Ph.D. in Sociology, Author of Out of the Forest, Contributing Author to Wilder Journeys, and TED Talk Speaker, joins us to share his story of giving up on society at the age of 35 and retreating into