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| 14 Oct 2020 | Blooming in a Green Career: Laura Navar | 00:41:42 | |
Laura Navar, Outreach Manager at National Parks Conservation Association, considers herself to be a bit of a late bloomer in the conservation nonprofit world. She didn’t know that the environmental field would be of interest to her because conservation wasn’t something that was talked about growing up. And yet, as we’ll hear, it’s always been embedded in her Latinx family culture. In this episode, Laura will share her unique path to a green career and to claiming the title of an environmentalist. Featured in this episode: Laura Navar Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by BetterHelp, Danner, & Sierra Designs Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 28 Jun 2017 | Laying the Groundwork: Starting Eastern Sierra Conservation Corps | 00:37:52 | |
Agnes Vianzon has been working hard. After years of experience with the California Conservation Corps (CCC), Agnes decided to take start her own Eastern Sierra Conservation Corps (ESCC), described as a youth and young adult "development and leadership program committed to building a stronger and more inclusive community... through transformational backcountry experiences." Agnes understands the power of the backcountry because she first immersed in it herself as a 20-something in the CCC. Agnes is laying the groundwork for more than just a nonprofit, she's training and mentoring a new generation to be leaders and environmental stewards. We learn from Agnes about how her life turned out differently than her parents expected, what it's like to start a nonprofit, a bit about the work of Conservation Corps, and why she's so passionate about "Women in the Wilderness," an all-women's backpacking trip for women of color hosted by ESCC. Sponsored by Oru Kayak Links Mentioned in this episode: Eastern Sierra Conservation Corps Shingle Springs Racheria History Music by Soft and Furious, Tours, Lee Rosevere, and MindsEye CC by A Learn more at She-Explores.com/podcast | |||
| 17 Jun 2020 | An Open Heart to Growth: Ashleigh Thompson | 00:46:34 | |
Ashleigh Thompson is an indigenous archaeologist. She's also a runner, climber, photographer, and lifelong learner. Ashleigh's woven her many interests together and is actively building a life that is true to her values. In this episode, we talk about the importance of uplifting indigenous archeologists in the field, the life-long influence her grandmother and running has had on her life, coping with stress through the outdoors, sobriety, and more. Bio: Ashleigh Thompson is a Red Lake Ojibwe tribal member and PhD Candidate in Anthropology at the University of Arizona. Her favorite place is outside, where she runs, hikes, climbs, and more for healing and happiness. Featured in this episode: Ashleigh Thompson Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Danner Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 28 Sep 2020 | Where We Walk: We’re Here, Too | 00:36:29 | |
In this second episode of “Where We Walk: Stories from the Appalachian Trail,” we’re examining the presence of women both on the Appalachian trail and within the land that hosts it-- from moments in the past, to what we see today, with hopes for where we continue on into the future. Like many spaces both in the outdoors and elsewhere, women haven’t often been recognized for the contributions we’ve made or the way our presence has shaped our world-- and there’s still a long way to go. In this episode, we’re taking a look at three women with different perspectives and identities when it comes to being a woman with a relationship to the Appalachian Trail, and we’re hoping these insights will help you reflect upon your own role in identifying the ways your presence impacts us all, from now into the future, while also helping to make meaningful space for other women to do the same. About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Gwyneth Loose, Kai TwoFeathers Orton, and Shilletha Curtis Hosted by Laura Borichevksy, with Gale Straub A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 12 Jun 2019 | After the Wildfire: Melissa Geissinger | 00:39:04 | |
Melissa Geissinger lost her house in the Tubbs fire of Northern California in October 2017. Two months later, she had her son Apollo, and life changed forever once again. We talk in the episode about the "old" Melissa and the "new" Melissa a year and a half after she and her husband were displaced by wildfire. Today she has her eyes set on hiking the length of the Oregon Coast and helping others cope with trauma by giving them a platform to share their stories. Woman featured in this episode: Melissa Geissinger Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell Continue the conversation and join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group! In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 15 Apr 2020 | Adventuring with Cerebral Palsy: Win Kelly Charles | 00:32:26 | |
Win Kelly Charles says it best: "People with cerebral palsy are strong and people with cerebral palsy are determined." In this episode, we hear about all the different ways she finds joy outdoors (snowboarding, climbing, and e-cycling to name a few activities), as well as why she's so motivated to share her life with CP with more people. Plus, we'll listen to Cherie Schaller's outdoor memory of comfortable silence on an alpine hike in Colorado. Featured in this episode: Win Kelly Charles & Cherie Schaller Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Appalachian Gear Company, Cusa Tea, and Travel South Dakota. Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 06 Feb 2019 | Work in Progress: RANGE Founder Jeanine Pesce | 00:43:24 | |
Meet Jeanine Pesce, creative connector and founder of RANGE, a creative agency and magazine inspired by the culture of the outdoor movement. We talk about how she's carved out a place for herself in the outdoor industry. We also chat about the tenth issue of RANGE Mag, centered around the theme 'Work in Progress.' RANGE contributors Rocío, Hatie, and Emily share their perspectives on the theme and the unique stories about culture, product technology, and outdoor travel that they brought to the issue. Women featured in this episode: Jeanine Pesce, Rocío Villalobos, Hatie Parmeter, and Emily Hopcian Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear:
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| 05 Jul 2017 | When to Hold On (and When to Let Go) | 00:29:24 | |
Annie Nyborg isn’t an entrepreneur or an extreme athlete or a thru hiker. She’s as passionate about the environment as she is about spending time in the backcountry as she is about being a mother. After years of feeling like the “grass was greener” everywhere but where she was - Annie let go of her expectations and in doing so, found the closest thing possible to the life work she was searching for. Learn more on She-Explores.com/podcast Sponsored by Oru Kayak Music is by Lee Rosevere via freemusicarchive.org | |||
| 14 Jul 2016 | "Being Here": How the Outdoors Make Us Feel | 00:33:32 | |
Interview with adventure writer Hilary Oliver about her short film, "Being Here." We talk about her motivation to create the film, how she felt about sharing it with the world, and how she sees adventure films changing for the better. We also include listener voice memos about how the outdoors make them feel. | |||
| 09 Oct 2019 | What We Need to Fuel Ourselves: Chi Pham | 00:39:44 | |
Chi Pham wants you to know that you can fuel your body for success as an outdoor athlete, and it doesn't have to fit in the little boxes you see on social media. Because being focused on health and wellness doesn't mean there's just one way to live your life, Chi is committed to showing up, keeping it real, and encouraging other women to be themselves above all else. In this episode, we talk about how Chi took her training outdoors, how she slowly started fueling her body to help achieve her goals (rather than feeding into toxic diet culture), and the power Instagram can have on what we think 'fit' looks like. Featured in this episode: Chi Pham Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Smartwool, Nature Gnaws, and Ritual Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 10 Oct 2018 | Leading with Humility: Tsedo Sherpa-Ednalino | 00:38:41 | |
Tsedo Sherpa-Ednalino is the COO of Sherpa Adventure Gear. Leading with humility is part of her Sherpa heritage and it's a tenet of her life as an executive and a mother. Women featured in this episode: Tsedo Sherpa-Ednalino Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear
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| 08 Aug 2018 | Sharing Wisdom: Cheryl Strayed & Anna Brones | 00:40:45 | |
Cheryl Strayed never planned on giving advice professionally and doesn't love a guru, but she agrees with Anna Brones that everyone has wisdom to bestow upon others. The key is to seek as much as you share. When our friend, the artist and writer Anna Brones offered to chat with Cheryl Strayed at Mountain Film in Telluride for She Explores, the answer was a resounding yes. Anna is working on an ongoing paper cut series called, "Women's Wisdom Project" that has evolved from simple portraits with quotes to full conversations and write ups. This episode is an extension of that concept, and offers us the opportunity to contemplate the wisdom we receive from women in our everyday lives. Women Featured in this Episode: Cheryl Strayed and Anna Brones Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear
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| 19 Sep 2018 | Bike Touring is About More Than Just Bikes: Mary Ann Thomas | 00:46:05 | |
Mary Ann Thomas loves bike touring because it's accessible, it helps her care for her body, it connects her with people she might not otherwise meet, and it has helped her express the truest parts of herself. She's bicycled across the United States and Canada, as well as India, and is currently on a speaking tour to share her love of bike touring and her work as a queer brown travel writer with the WTF (Women Trans Femme) community. Women featured in this episode: Mary Ann Thomas Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear
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| 07 Aug 2019 | Giving Wildlife a Second Chance: Rescue, Rehab & Release | 00:45:10 | |
We humans have a habit of getting in the way of wild animals, but wildlife rehab is one way we can give back. Sirena Rana Dufault has spent nine of the last ten years volunteering at Wildlife Rehabilitation Northwest Tuscon. She shares why it's needed, what happens when an animal is taken in, funny stories along the way, and the beauty of the release. As Sirena mentions in the episode, Wildlife Rehabilitation Northwest Tuscon is a completely self-funded facility that relies on donations. If you'd like to help support the work they do there, head to their website and donate, or give them a follow on their Facebook page to stay in touch. Woman featured in this episode: Sirena Rana Dufault Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell and Ritual Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 12 Jul 2017 | More Than Lyme: Redefining Strength | 00:40:06 | |
We talk with Chloe O’Neill, founder of "More Than Lyme." She’s had Lyme Disease for most of her young life. For Chloe, the vague, intermittent, but often debilitating symptoms of the disease have impacted her life view in both negative and remarkably positive ways. Many of the lessons its taught her are surprisingly universal - whether that's becoming more at ease with gray areas or redefining personal strength. Stay tuned for the end of the episode, there's a sneak peak of our new podcast, "Women on the Road," hosted by Laura Hughes. Subscribe on Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Google Play, and wherever you stream stories. Learn more about it in an essay by Laura. Sponsored by Oru Kayak. Find out more at She-Explores.com/podcast and www.morethanlyme.org. | |||
| 11 Jan 2017 | Backcountry Bonding: Trail Mavens & Wild Women's Project | 00:31:52 | |
Bringing women together in the outdoors. Meet Sasha Cox, founder of Trail Mavens, and Amanda Goad, founder of Wild Women's Project, two very different companies whose missions are built on backcountry bonding. We talk with each founder about the benefits of bringing women outside together, the community that springs from outdoor endeavors, and how much we have to learn from each other. Learn more via the episode page at www.she-explores.com/podcast | Sponsored by Oru Kayak Music by Mise, RoccoW, Keshco, and Fleslit via Freemusicarchive.org CC by SA. | |||
| 07 Jul 2021 | Traversing Seasons - Matrescence, Part 2 | 00:42:09 | |
In our first episode on matrescence, we talked about continuing to carry a love for nature and time outside into pregnancy as we prepare for the major life change of becoming a parent. This episode continues into the next phase in the process, when the much-anticipated birth is over, and we step into this new role and all that it entails, indoors and out. From the tender early days of the fourth trimester, to integrating the outdoors into your little one’s lives as they grow, the postpartum phase of matrescence is a complex period of healing, care-giving, bonding, learning and un-learning. It’s a time that can simultaneously hold grief and ambivalence, and profound joy — all in the same hand. In this episode, we’ll hear from Rukmini Halliwell and Rachel Barrett again, speaking about the early days with their children Zen and Lola, who are now 21 months and 9 months old, respectively. And we’ll also be joined by Jessie Harrold, a coach and a doula who supports women through various rites of passage, including that of matresence. Listen to part 1, available on your feed now. Featured in this episode: Rukmini Halliwell, Rachel Barrett, & Jessie Harrold Hosted & Produced by Hailey Hirst Editing & production support by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Yonder, Danner, Goodr, & Organifi Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 23 May 2018 | Fat and Outdoorsy: Jenny Bruso | 00:39:24 | |
Jenny Bruso is the founder of Unlikely Hikers. Her work is rooted in her belief that there is room for every body on the trail. Jenny is queer, fat, and femme, and she's passionate about cultivating a safe space in the outdoors for people of all backgrounds and body sizes. Unlikely Hikers is just two years old, but its positive reception proves that the time is right for outdoor media and meetups that include rather than exclude, and encourage people to occupy their bodies rather than critique them. We talk with Jenny about Unlikely Hikers' growth, how straight-sized people can be considerate of others while in the outdoors, where she finds her hiking apparel, and more. Women featured in this episode: Jenny Bruso Hosted by Gale Straub Featured in the midroll: Kaily Gashi, hiker and mother of twins Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 01 Dec 2021 | The Adventure Art Academy: Claire Giordano | 00:37:30 | |
Join environmental artist Claire Giordano in the field as she teaches plein air painting in stunning landscapes like alpine lakes, old growth forests, beneath sandstone cliffs, oceanside, and glaciers. While Claire loves sharing the fun and beauty of experiencing these places through her virtual course, The Adventure Art Academy, there’s an intention behind the class that is more than meets the eye. As an artist, writer, and educator, Claire strives to creatively explore the interwoven patterns of people, place, and climate change. She sees creating art as a gateway to truly seeing and experiencing landscape - in particular, identifying the effects of climate change. Claire also sees it as a way to let go and experiment, which we don’t often get to experience in our daily lives. In this episode, Claire shares the motivations behind starting this class, her philosophy of infusing adventure into the day-to-day, and takes us with her into the backcountry. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She Explores Featured in this episode: Claire Giordano Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Danner, Tentree, Rumpl, & Hibear Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 27 May 2020 | Playing it Safe: Outdoor Rec & COVID-19 | 00:52:48 | |
We’re heading into summer and parks and trails and beaches around the US are starting to open up again amidst the pandemic. As hikers, paddlers, climbers, runners, we crave time outside, but we also have a responsibility to do so in a way that respects the health of others and the land we’re on. We hear from four women who can help guide us in the right direction as we step out into this strange, familiar world. Featured in this episode: Katie Boué, Nadia Mercado, Favia Dubyk, Angela Howe, Laura Borichevsky, and Lora Straub Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Salomon, Peak Scents, and BetterHelp Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 27 Nov 2019 | Working Towards a Greater Good: Jennifer McLaren | 00:40:47 | |
Jennifer McLaren doesn't have a five year plan for her career in the outdoor industry, but she knows her personal values will continue to align with the work she's doing. Why? From her start in finance to her current role as CEO at Smartwool, Jen has worked hard, learned a lot, and developed a personal toolkit that means she can take her skills and apply them in an industry she's passionate about. In partnership with Smartwool, we talk with their CEO Jennifer McLaren about how her love of the outdoors and a career in finance collided to take her where she's at today: the leader of a purpose-driven company. Featured in this episode: Jennifer McLaren, President & CEO of Smartwool Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Smartwool Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Resources mentioned in this episode:
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| 04 Jul 2018 | How to Be a Role Model: Mirna Valerio | 00:36:44 | |
Ultrarunner Mirna Valerio is a role model for many because by doing what she loves, she shows others what is possible. She’s modeling being a black, fat girl running, moving her body up and over mountains. Which begs the question - what are you modeling for others? Women featured in this episode: Mirna Valerio, AKA "The Mirnavator." Mirna is a full-time ultrarunner, author, and public speaker. She blogs at Fat Girl Running and Runner's World. Want to meet Mirna in person? Our friend Shanti Hodges is hosting a retreat in October. Learn more here and take $50 off with the code, 'SheExplores' at checkout! Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 03 Jul 2019 | Revisiting Fifty Plus | 00:51:40 | |
What's it like to enjoy the outdoors after the age of 50? We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes that helps answer that question with the voices and experiences of you, the listeners. We're honored to be highlighting the wisdom and experience of women in their 50's, 60's, and 70's. These are voices that we don't hear as often in our youth-obsessed culture. All of these stories are extraordinary for their willingness to share, try new things, and encourage others to do the same. Women Featured in this Episode: Jo Ann Hickey, Jean Drummond, Cheryl Falkenburg, Joann Baste, Kristi, Kathleen Merrick, Liz Wise, Rose Burrows, Tricia, Hellen Wallis, Sarah Lefler, Lisa Auvril, Gail Storey, Lori Brookes, & Dianna Stavros Hosted by Gale Straub Made with support by Aunt Fannie's, Benchmark Maps, Hamama, and ThirdLove Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. Visit She-Explores.com Resources mentioned in this episode:
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| 26 Aug 2020 | Walking Can Change the World: Amanda Jameson | 00:47:09 | |
Amanda Jameson has walked over 3500 miles since setting foot on the Colorado Trail in 2015. She documents her walks on her blog and handle, Brown Girl on the NST, or Brown Girl on the National Scenic Trail. Amanda’s writing is about more than simply sharing her thru-hikes as a Black, queer, woman - it’s about taking an intersectional approach to thru-hiking, and in doing so, being one part of helping to continue shifting the demographics of those who walk on trail. In this episode, we'll hear about how thru-hiking has helped Amanda help her come to know the most present version of herself, how the trail helps her let go of control, the parallels between long-distance walks and antiracism work, and more. Featured in this episode: Amanda Jameson Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by BetterHelp & Ikon Pass Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 14 Apr 2021 | Recharging with Purpose - Navigating Through, Episode 3 | 00:23:14 | |
Running a nonprofit, doing advocacy work, challenging the dominant narratives of what it means to recreate outside - it all takes a lot of energy. This episode highlights filmmaker Faith Briggs and photographer & GRLSWIRL co-founder Monroe Alvarez, two women who recharge in the outdoors and on the road, and digs into the ways these excursions help them stay invigorated in their work and close to their purpose. About the series: This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with Subaru. The last year has been marked by loss and longing, but it hasn't dampened our sense of adventure or our tendency to dream: of far off places, of time in movement with loved ones. And throughout, there's been comfort in knowing a place we feel most like ourselves: behind the wheel, on the way to our favorite local trailheads, swim spots, and mountainsides. With our eyes in the rear view as much as they are looking at the road ahead, through this four part series we’ll tell stories about finding adventure locally, reconnecting with those close to us, and taking the side roads that bring us back to what drives us: connection, purpose, and creativity. Featured in this episode: Faith Briggs & Monroe Alvarez Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub Edited by Julie Hotz A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 15 Aug 2018 | Grandma's Ride | 00:41:16 | |
Taryn's grandma Carol went on a bike tour in 1944 with her girlfriend Billie. We hear from Carol about the "ordinary adventure" she took at home during World War II. This episode is an opportunity to learn about what Carol's experience was like as a woman living near Vancouver and making airplanes during the war, as well as carving out a couple of weeks for a vacation that might seem surprising to anyone who didn't live through that time. It's a reminder to ask our grandmothers questions because we never know what their stories might hold. Taryn sent us this note with some black and white photos of her grandmother on the one bike tour of her life in 1944: My grandmother is 93 now. During World War II she was a teenager. Instead of going to university she went to work at a factory making airplanes. One summer she got a few days off so she and a female friend did a completely self-supported bike tour from their home in Vancouver BC, over to Vancouver Island and back, except that they didn't call it a bike tour. She says they wanted to go on vacation but they didn't have a car and gas was too expensive so they took bikes. They stayed with host families and toted all the things they would need (a change of clothes and some sandwiches) in suitcases tied to their rear racks with string. Their bikes were single speeds so they walked up all the hills. There may have been boyfriends, or brothers or dads who thought that two women shouldn't embark on such a journey alone and on bikes, but that's not how Grandma remembers it. When I talk to Grandma about this trip now, she doesn't see it as a grand adventure the way that I do. She sees it as a fun girls trip she took back before she got married. I think it's a great way to think about adventure - as something that can be quite ordinary. My grandma has some photos from the trip in an old album... there's one of her friend wearing a halter top and short shorts, riding a single speed bike with a suitcase on it... uphill... while grinning ear to ear. Taryn wanted to learn more about her grandmother Carol and a trip that seemed so out of character for her. In this episode, we Women Featured in this Episode: Taryn and Carol Eyton Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear
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| 10 Jul 2019 | Pushing Through: Meghan and Laurie Young | 00:58:07 | |
Laurie Young stepped into her daughter Meghan's world by joining her on a trek to Annapurna base camp in Nepal. Together they pushed through every challenge that presented itself while learning that limits are flexible and the mother/daughter relationship is more fluid than we think. Woman featured in this episode: Meghan Young and Laurie Young Hosted by Gale Straub Made with support by Aunt Fannie's, Benchmark Maps, Parks Project, and Ritual Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. Visit She-Explores.com In this episode, you'll hear
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| 23 Feb 2023 | We Know You'll Love: Wild for Scotland's "Creature of the Sea" | 00:27:24 | |
In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing a series of interviews with some incredible humans who are featured in Women and Water - a new book from the team behind She Explores. We’ll take the conversation off the page and into their relationship with water today. And you’ll hear from swimmers, surfers, paddlers, fishers, and more. But today, we’re bringing you a special episode of Wild for Scotland, a show hosted by Kathi Kamleitner. It’s truly a piece of audio art, and it’s an ode to the wonder to be found beneath the water’s surface. She created it in collaboration with Fran Turauskis and musician Jen Austin. This episode inspired by Kathi’s time on a snorkeling residency on the Argyll coast in Scotland. A snorkeling residency sounds like an absolute dream - and Kathi’s experience resulted in beautiful, poetic reflections. Kathi’s audio poem within, titled Hope, was also commended by the Climate Creatives Challenge. If you enjoy this listen, we know you’ll love Wild for Scotland. It’s a show that’s known for its immersive storytelling, and while this episode is no exception - it’s particularly artful in its execution. Wild for Scotland is a welcome escape for anyone, whether they’ve been to Scotland, plan to travel there one day or are just looking for a relaxing armchair adventure. She Explores will be back next week with a brand new episode highlighting all things Women and Water. | |||
| 16 Dec 2020 | Expanding the Conservation Conversation: Gabaccia Moreno | 00:44:44 | |
Gabaccia Moreno is passionate about creating spaces to talk about what it means to explore responsibility. In both her freelance work and in her spare time, Gabaccia works on projects to help expand the conversation around conservation and public lands to be more inclusive and to tell a deeper story of what it means to recreate in them. This dedication to considered outdoor recreation is just one reason Gabaccia is such a wonderful host for our upcoming series, See Us Outside, which launches Friday! In the last episode of 2020, we get to know Gabaccia. About Gabaccia: Gabaccia is a first-generation Mexican-American multi-disciplinary creator, consultant, and passionate outdoor advocate #ExploringResponsibly wherever life takes her. Having grown up in Veracruz, Mexico to a family of hunters and ranchers gave her an appreciation for the land and its wildlife at an early age, one that prevails today. Her works, whether artistic, creative, or entrepreneurial, have always intersected with the social and environmental issues that surround her. Featured in this episode: Gabaccia Moreno Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Danner Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 28 Feb 2022 | An Announcement | 00:03:39 | |
A special announcement from host Gale Straub about the future of this show. Prefer to read it rather than listen? Find the 3-minute transcript on the episode landing page (or linked in the Simplecast player). Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources Music is licensed through Musicbed. Subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. | |||
| 21 Oct 2020 | Fear & Leadership in the Mountains | 00:44:20 | |
How many times have we been told the story of the fearless leader — in work, in politics, in the mountains? When the stakes are high, it’s natural to place our confidence in strength and certainty. To turn to the leader and believe that they have no doubt, that they've built up a kind of resilience that will carry us all to safety. Today’s episode isn’t about how to become a fearless leader in the mountains. Nor is it about how to overcome your fear, or even how to harness it. But it is about listening to what fear is trying to teach us. It’s an opportunity to consider what kind of leader you need, as well as the one you might want to be. Lindsey Falkenburg shares the story of her season as a lead for BOEALPS, a mountaineering club in Seattle. Featured in this episode: Lindsey Falkenburg, Ashley Abril, and Kristen Jones Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by IKON Pass, BetterHelp, & Danner Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 28 Feb 2018 | Abuela Afuera: Grandmother Outside | 00:30:06 | |
Caro Luevanos-Garcia believes the key to closing the gaps between generations can be found in the outdoors. And she also believes the inverse: that people across generations can find the outdoors with the help of each other. Caro started hiking, backpacking, and running when she retired from a career in corrections at the age of 50. Now 56, she’s run 26 half marathons in 18 states. She loves backpacking. She’s hiked Half Dome twice and section-hiked 90% of the John Muir Trail. In short, she’s made up for lost time. Now that she's discovered that love, she wants to share it with her grandson to make sure he's comfortable in the outdoors from a young age. Women Featured in this Episode: Carolina Luevanos-Garcia. Follow her on Instagram @abuelaafuera & @carohikedhere. Read her writing on her blog. Hosted and produced by Gale Straub. In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 07 Sep 2022 | Constant Forward Movement: McKayla Bower | 00:34:32 | |
Whether she’s rock climbing or sailing, McKayla Bower is motivated by always moving forward. And by setting her sights on becoming the first trans woman and queer person to circumnavigate the world solo in her sailboat Swirl, she’s moving forward in more ways than one. We talk about what inspired the trip, how McKayla is preparing for the journey, the kinds of marine life she will encounter, and the big why behind this big endeavor. Featured in this episode: McKayla Bower (she/her) Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Danner Boots Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 05 Jun 2019 | When Your Path Finds You: Sam Ortiz | 00:46:44 | |
Sam Ortiz has gone from a beginner to a hiker to a climber to a mountaineer to a plus-size outdoor model in under five years. Her progression has happened in part due to curiosity, timely mentors, and the best kind of fear: the kind you move up and over and end up a little bit changed on the other side. Woman featured in this episode: Sam Ortiz Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell Continue the conversation and join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group! In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 11 Sep 2019 | A Beautiful Place of Healing: Emilee Struss | 00:42:59 | |
Sometimes the hardest thing isn’t running an ultra marathon or topping out at a climbing competition, it’s showing up for yourself in small ways, taking a step back and figuring out what you need so you can figure out who you are. For a long time, Emilee Struss identified as a climber and an endurance runner. Persistent injuries have made her dig into the hard work of self-love. Featured in this episode: Emilee Struss Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell, Deuter, and ThirdLove Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 25 Jan 2017 | Weekend Warrior: Paulina Dao | 00:28:48 | |
Weekend climbing, camping, hiking, and backpacking is not so different from going it "full time." Meet Paulina Dao, the blogger behind "Little Grunts" and an honest advocate for spending time outside. We talk about overcoming insecurities, growing, and finding the activities and issues you're passionate about in the outdoors. Be sure to read Paulina's piece, "Why Don't They Look Like Me?" on the diversity dilemma in outdoor media. Learn more about this episode via www.she-explores.com/podcast Sponsored by Oru Kayak Music by Mise, Chris Zabriskie, Halogen & Lee Rosevere via freemusicarchive.org | |||
| 01 May 2019 | Work and Play: Weekend Adventurer Holly Johnson | 00:46:01 | |
Hiking has become both a side hustle and a form of therapy for weekend adventurer Holly Johnson. We talk about how work and play blend together in her life, but also how she deliberately keeps them separate. From her first solo backpacking trip to carving out time for adventure travel outside of her 9-5 job, Holly, aka @missholldoll, is above all else a hiker. Woman featured in this episode: Holly Johnson Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell, Ritual, and EarlyBirdCBD.com In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 07 Nov 2018 | Alone with Her Thoughts on the Welsh Coastal Path: Hiranya de Alwis Jayasinghe | 00:45:16 | |
Hiranya de Alwis Jayasinghe set out to be the first BAME woman in the United Kingdom to thru hike the Welsh Coastal Trail. She didn't achieve her goal, but after 570 miles on foot, she could hear herself loud and clear. Women featured in this episode: Hiranya de Alwis Jayasinghe Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 25 Nov 2020 | Where is All the Plus-Size Snow Gear? Part 2 | 00:35:01 | |
For people who wear plus-size apparel, it’s often downright impossible to find the gear necessary to get out and stay warm, safe, and dry on the mountain. That’s what this two-part series is about. In part two, we hear from Mon Balon, the founder of Plus Snow - an online retail shop that sells plus size snow gear to fulfill the need for quality gear that fits a variety of plus size bodies. Mon shares the origin story of Plus Snow, talks about how misleading supply & demand can be within the industry, and shares why she's so passionate about this work. In part one, we talk with Marielle Elizabeth. Marielle is a photographer, model, fat advocate, and the writer of a viral essay in The Cut titled “Apparently, I’m Too Fat to Ski.” Marielle speaks first hand about the need for plus size winter apparel, as well as the changes she’d like to see across the outdoor industry. Part 1 is also available now in your feed. Featured in this episode: Marielle Elizabeth Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Danner & IKON Pass Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 06 Mar 2019 | Hike, Journal, Meditate: Kenya & Michelle Jackson-Saulters | 00:44:28 | |
A little mindfulness goes a long way. Meet Kenya and Michelle Jackson-Saulters, founders of Outdoor Journal Tour and WE Hike to Heal. We have a lot on our minds - we often put our own needs on the backburner. Kenya and Michelle believe that self-care can look like a walk in the woods and that the effect can be multiplied with journaling and meditating. They're on a mission to help women all over the world reclaim their bodies, minds, and communities through their special guided hikes and mindfulness lessons. Women featured in this episode: Kenya Jackson and Michelle Jackson-Saulters Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear:
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| 01 Aug 2018 | Because Trails Inspire: Sirena Rana Dufault | 00:41:47 | |
Sirena Rana Dufault is an expert on trails, but that hasn't always been the case: hers is a hard-won expertise born of patience. Trails inspired her to persevere through the chronic pain of fibromyalgia, develop an intimate relationship with her newfound home state of Arizona, and change the course of her career. Women featured in this episode: Sirena Rana Dufault, founder of Trails Inspire. Hosted by Gale Straub Learn more about Sirena in an editorial feature, Blaze Your Own Trail, on She-Explores.com earlier this year. In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 29 Aug 2016 | Women Outdoors, Online | 00:31:13 | |
The best part about the internet? Real communities and businesses are built there. It's one place that movements can be made visible. While the "outdoors" and "online" can seem like an oxymoron, social media and other online platforms have enabled women to ignite change within the outdoor space. Even in the wilderness, we are never too far from technology. And while that can be a negative thing, this episode explores the positives that spring from women outdoors, online. We talk with Heather Balogh Rochfort aka "Just A Colorado Gal"; Nicole Brown, co-founder of @WomenWhoHike; Deanne Buck, executive director of Camber Outdoors; and hear from Summer Michaud-Skog of "Fat Girls Hiking", Zoe Balaconis of "Misadventures Magazine", Hatie Parameter of "Whoa Mag", and Jainee Dial, cofounder of "Wylder Goods". Learn more via www.she-explores.com/podcast Sponsored by Oru Kayak Music by Nihilore and MindsEye | |||
| 10 Mar 2021 | More than Pretty Pictures: Sofia Jaramillo | 00:38:56 | |
Photojournalist turned outdoor photographer Sofia Jaramillo wants to do more than take incredibly beautiful photos, she wants to help diversify the outdoors through her work. We talk about how she got started in photography, why who’s behind the camera matters, how she’s broadening her portfolio to include filmmaking, and the benefits and pain-points of living in the small mountain town of Jackson, Wyoming. Featured in this episode: Sofia Jaramillo Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 25 Sep 2019 | Shining a Light on Caving: Katt Greaser | 00:35:32 | |
Katt Greaser shares her experience on a recent caving trip to Scapegoat Wilderness area in Montana, and encourages you to try the sport, too. Featured in this episode: Katt Greaser Hosted by Gale Straub Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 21 Jun 2017 | Sisters in Persistence | 00:36:25 | |
Sisters Julie Hotz and Shelly Blacketer grew up together in rural Texas but took very separate paths. Living 1,500 miles away, they decided to train for their first race together: a half-ironman. This episode is kind of about that race, but it's more about two sisters coming together in a novel way. You might remember thru hiker and filmmaker Julie Hotz from our second podcast episode, "On Fear: Human Powered Travel." We talked with Julie about hiking the PNT, PCT, and bike packing from LA to Glacier. She was on the precipice of big life changes: going completely freelance and deciding to call LA home. In some ways, this episode picks up where we left off. Learn about how pain can be integral to growth, the subtle bonds that tie family together, and why it's important to do hard things. Sponsored by Oru Kayak Learn more about this episode on the episode page at www.she-explores.com/podcast Music is by Lee Rosevere | |||
| 28 Mar 2018 | HumaNature: The Hunt | 00:36:44 | |
Jessi Johnson is a bowhunter and a public lands advocate. This week we're presenting a story from the HumaNature podcast about how one backcountry trip lead her on a heartbreaking odyssey. You can see photos and videos from Jessi's hunt, and more information about her nonprofit work, at HumaNaturePodcast.org. You can also hear more stories about human experiences in nature there, too. The story was produced by Caroline Ballard, Alanna Elder, Erin Jones, August Lah, Annie Osburn, Anna Rader, Micah Schweizer and Tressa Versteeg. HumaNature is a production of Wyoming Public Media. Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. Visit She-Explores.com Resources mentioned in this episode:
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| 30 Jun 2021 | Recovery on the Water: Palinor Velasco | 00:35:40 | |
Palinor Velasco has always pursued an adventurous life, even before she found her place in and love for the outdoors. While newly sober, Palinor found healing in climbing and mountain biking, but an accident that affected her mobility made her rethink the levels of risk she’s willing to take on. Luckily for her, having a partner who is also a fly fishing guide got her to try a new way to recreate safely while recovering from surgeries. Fly fishing became her go-to way of getting outside -- and connecting with other women on the water. This is the third of six episodes hosted by Gabaccia Moreno this year as part of our She Explores host residency program. Featured in this episode: Palinor Velasco Hosted & Produced by Gabaccia Moreno Editing & Additional Production Support by Gale Straub Editing Support by Julie Hotz A production of Ravel Media Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 25 Jun 2021 | Abby Ruhman - Voices from the GoPro Mountain Games, Episode 1 | 00:24:59 | |
Abby Ruhman is a professional makeup artist with Alopecia Totalis who uses her body as a canvas to advocate for change when it comes to outdated beauty standards. Art and creativity are central to the Mountain Games: public art around town, live music happening nightly, the mountainous backdrop of Vail Valley, even photo booths set up for puppy portraits. Abby was a big part of that too, and in her conversation with Gabaccia Moreno - they talk at the Mountain Games about how Abby finds inspiration in nature, provides some tips for those who want to wear makeup into the outdoors, and give us the opportunity to contemplate the artistry we bring with us when we step outside. About the series: Travel with She Explores for a weekend of adventure, art, music, and community at the GoPro Mountain Games in Vail, Colorado. Through conversations with four women outdoorists and through the ears of first-time Mountain Games attendee Gabaccia Moreno, listeners have the opportunity to experience the games from afar and contemplate adventure in their own lives. This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with the Vail Valley Foundation with support from LifeStraw . Featured in this episode: Abby Ruhman Hosted by Gale Straub & Gabaccia Moreno Editing by Gale Straub & Julie Hotz A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 19 Jan 2022 | Nature Meditations: Kenya Jackson-Saulters | 00:34:48 | |
Kenya Jackson-Saulters believes in the power of pairing meditation with time outside and cultivating rituals to help her channel the spirituality and peace of mind she finds in nature. In this episode, we hear all about the Nature Meditations deck she recently authored through Chronicle Books. It’s a beautiful offering for her Outdoor Journal Tour community (and beyond) and a true reflection of her passion for the outdoors and mindfulness. As we find ourselves already a few weeks into a new year, time feels like it’s on hyperdrive but Kenya helps remind us of the importance of grounding ourselves in the outdoors, setting aside time to dream, and celebrating the many ways we move forward. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She Explores Featured in this episode: Kenya Jackson-Saulters Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Indeed Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 02 Aug 2017 | Carving Out a Home of Her Own | 00:39:22 | |
Crystal Brindle is the park ranger only child of two park rangers. She was born to work for the National Park Service in the United States, so why did she decide to start a career as a biodiversity ranger in New Zealand? After a childhood on the move, Crystal found a home of her own. The Spanish notion of querencia that Crystal describes is core to her story - that indescribable feeling that draws you to a place. Yet, her story is also about growing up, following in her parents footsteps but ultimately gaining independence as she figures out what she wants in a career and a place. And most importantly, it’s about listening to your gut when it tells you to go. Learn more on the episode page via She-Explores.com/podcast. See Crystal's photography on her portfolio site. Sponsored by Oru Kayak Join our Facebook Group for She Explores listeners -> Music by Lee Rosevere, Josh Woodward, and Chris Zabriskie | |||
| 29 Mar 2023 | A Student of the Sea: Olivia VanDamme | 00:49:23 | |
Olivia VanDamme’s hope is that one day, in her older years, she’ll be at the beach, covered in seaweed and still contributing to community science. Olivia has always felt comforted, alive, and happy in the ocean. And as an educator, poet, singer, environmentalist, surfer, and more – Olivia celebrates that in everything she does. On this episode, Olivia shares an original poem, “Tu Perteneces! Nadar Mija” which helps paint the picture of the role the ocean plays in her life – all while bursting with song and joy. We learn how Olivia straddles worlds by virtue of being herself, why she loves geography, how being an educator has informed her environmental life, and how we can all get involved in collecting data that helps shape the future of the lands and waters we recreate in. This a series of interviews with some incredible humans who are featured in Women and Water - a new book from the team behind She Explores. We’re taking the conversation off the page and into their relationship with water today. You’ll hear from swimmers, surfers, paddlers, fishers, and more. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She Explores Featured in this episode: Olivia VanDamme She Explores is Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 06 Jun 2018 | One Step at a Time: Karla Amador | 00:39:41 | |
Could a hike a week change your life? Interview with Karla Amador, co-founder of 52 Hike Challenge. We talk about why she chose to hike 52 times in a year, how It helped clarify what she wanted out of work and life, and how a feeling of accomplishment can carry with you long after the trail. Women featured in this episode: Karla Amador Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 07 Jun 2017 | Saving Her Backyard | 00:33:09 | |
Bridgette Meinhold is selling landscape artwork to help save her backyard: Bonanza Flats, 1,350 acres of alpine meadows near Park City, Utah. Bridgette, fellow residents and nonprofits have until June 15th to close a $15M gap to help the town secure the land and conserve it. Bridgette's passion for Bonanza Flats comes at a time when public land in the United States is at risk. Currently, twenty-two National Monuments are under review by our Secretary of the Interior. These lands are over 100,000 acres - 10x the size of Bonanza Flats - yet when Bridgette approached us with her city's fundraising effort, it crystallized a reality: work is being done at a local level to protect land. There's a lot we can do on the ground to make a difference when we're feeling frustrated by headlines. Listen to Bridgette's story and get inspired to take a look at your own backyard. Learn more via the episode page at www.she-explores.com/podcast Sponsored by Oru Kayak Music by Lee Rosevere | |||
| 18 Apr 2018 | Risk Takers | 00:45:47 | |
What happens when we take risks when we’re spending time outside? How does it pay off and when does it backfire? These are your stories of taking risks in the outdoors. Women Featured in this Episode:
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| 28 Jun 2019 | To Be Seen: Nikki Smith | 01:00:10 | |
Nikki Smith likes to say that she is a climber, photographer, and writer who just happens to be transgender. Professor Brené Brown inadvertently changed Nikki's course when she wrote about midlife, "it's time to show up and be seen." It was the inspiration Nikki needed to step into herself, and it's since served as a reminder of what she wants to do for others. We say "step into" because Nikki has always been Nikki, and she's carried a curious, creative, empathetic spirit with her throughout her life. This conversation with Nikki Smith was made in partnership with Mountain Hardwear. If you're in the San Francisco area, climb with Nikki and the Mountain Hardwear team at Touchstone Climbing Gym Saturday, June 29th 7-10pm. Woman featured in this episode: Nikki Smith Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Mountain Hardwear Join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group In this episode, you'll hear
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| 11 Aug 2021 | Kindness Out There | 00:28:14 | |
Your stories of the unexpected kindness you’ve found in the outdoors - from strangers, from nature. We’ve all been finding solace in nature after a hard year, and we wanted to gather your stories to inspire a kinder outdoor world. Of course, as we’ve talked about a lot on the show - the outdoors is not a utopia, or a place we can escape systemic issues. But kindness can create a chain reaction that has long-term impacts for good. Featured in this episode: Helen Wallis, Kelly Hines, Trisha Stull, Ruth Nolan, Lois Van Leer, Hiranya de Alwis Jayasinghe, Jo Ann Hickey, and Andrea Schmuttermaer. Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub Additional Editorial Support by Julie Hotz A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Goodr, Yonder, Rumpl, & Pachamama Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 20 May 2020 | Stories of Togetherness | 00:29:24 | |
We often talk on this show about what we learn about ourselves in the outdoors. We share solo experiences that help us rethink what we’re made of. But there’s a special kind of intimacy that we can cultivate with family, friends, and loved ones when we’re outside. This week, we're sharing memories that celebrate togetherness. Our hope? That you’ll listen, call a loved one, and relive an outdoor memory, too. Featured in this episode: Claire Hudson, Karen Viola, Meryl Willett, Kaleigh Wood, Beth Stewart, Ashley Neufeld, Sensi Graves, and Lora Straub Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Salomon & Cusa Tea Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 12 Jan 2022 | We Know You'll Love: This is Our Time | 00:03:18 | |
Listen to a preview of "This is Our Time" a storytelling podcast that takes you on an immersive adventure on a ship to Antarctica with host Samantha Hodder and 80 women who all work in STEM. About This is Our Time Launched in 2018, This is Our Time is a storytelling podcast that takes you on adventure to the end of the world. Season 2 follows Samantha, step by step, as podcaster-in-residence… as she goes all the way to Antarctica, aboard a small ship, with a group of 80 women who all work in STEM. It’s a leadership journey, like none other. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Instagram: @ThisIsOurTimePodcast Twitter: @ThisIsOurPod Or sign up for the newsletter Audio Love to stay in touch: https://bit.ly/Audio-love About She Explores Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media | |||
| 16 Aug 2017 | Out There: High On Failure | 00:49:11 | |
Can failure bring out the best in you? We're excited to share one of our favorite outdoor podcasts with you, "Out There Podcast." This week, we chat with host Willow Belden and share her award-winning episode, "High On Failure." Last spring, Jordan Wirfs-Brock attempted one of the toughest trail running races in existence: a 550-miler called Infinitus, which took place in the rugged mountains of Vermont. Thanks to our sponsor, Oru Kayak. Learn more at the episode page at www.outtherepodcast.com and She-Explores.com/podcast. Join our facebook group and chat about this episode! Music by MindsEye and Soft & Furious. | |||
| 16 Mar 2022 | Courage & Surrender on the Road - Steph Jagger | 00:40:19 | |
Steph Jagger and her mom, Sheila, took a camping road trip together in 2016 across the Rocky Mountains. So often, the purpose of a road trip, or spending time in the outdoors, is to get away from it all. But in this instance, Steph was driving towards something many of us might rather avoid: her mom had recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's dementia. And while Alzheimer's is something that’s hard to talk about, odds are good that you have personal experience with this degenerative disease or another one that’s similar. Those places that we are nervous to go are often the ones that call to us the most strongly. Or at a minimum, they tell us something about ourselves and what we need. In this episode, Steph shares about her trip, which she wrote about in her forthcoming memoir, Everything Left to Remember, what her mom continues to teach her, the benefits of sitting with grief, and an invitation to examine the relationships in your life that mirror the best parts of you. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She Explores Featured in this episode: Steph Jagger Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Uncruise Adventures Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 29 May 2019 | Grit, Guts, and the Right Amount of Gall: Jen Gurecki | 00:42:31 | |
Jen Gurecki is a serial outdoor entrepreneur who isn’t afraid to go against the norm when it comes to the businesses she’s started in the industry. With over 20 years of experience, Jen’s the CEO of Coalition Snow, editor-in-chief at Sisu Magazine, and founder of Zawadisha. She even used to co-own a river rafting company. From the outside, each company is quite different - hardwood skis and snowboards vs. editorial print vs. a micro lending venture, but each contains a common thread: an unwavering devotion to putting women in front. Woman featured in this episode: Jen Gurecki Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell, Ritual, and EarlybirdCBD.com In this episode you'll hear
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| 01 Jul 2020 | A Natural Leader: Environmental Educator Nicole Jackson | 00:50:08 | |
Nicole Jackson is an environmental educator, birder, and co-creator of Black Birders Week. She's also dedicated to connecting people to the environment and each other. As a girl, nature nurtured Nicole growing up on the east side of Cleveland, and much of her career is built around returning the favor. Throughout our conversation, Nicole gifts us with nature lessons and shares how she's grown into herself as a natural leader and advocate for developing a lifelong relationship with nature. Featured in this episode: Nicole Jackson Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Oregon State University, Danner, & Peak Scents Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 18 Dec 2020 | The Joy of Community - See Us Outside, Episode 3 | 00:32:17 | |
In a shared space amongst Women of Color, there is a unique comfort and freedom, with no need to explain yourself or hold yourself back. The four organizations highlighted on this series are in many ways a testament of the importance of affinity spaces. Their communities, beyond creating opportunities for personal development, leadership, and outdoor skills, reveal the existence of a very special kind of joy. In episode three of See Us Outside, Gabaccia contemplates the power of nature and community in cultivating joy in the outdoors. About the series: This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with The Cairn Project, and made possible by a grant from the Walton Family Foundation. Host Gabaccia Moreno is our guide in exploring the unique relationships girls and young women of color have with the natural world and outdoor recreation. Through the voices and stories of leaders and participants from diverse outdoor organizations doing the work to help young people of color thrive in the outdoors, this four-part audio miniseries will highlight the joy, connection, and community these girls find in nature, as well as the importance of organizations doing the work to expand outdoor opportunities. We want to stress that when we say this series highlights women and girls of color, this is inclusive of all cis and trans women and girls, as well as folks of all gender identities who feel comfortable in spaces that center women. That said, for the most part, when we talk about gender we most often do so in terms of those who are socialized as girls and women in a more heteronormative, binary way. Featured in this episode: Karina Zavala, Alexis Krauss, Marian Perez, Adriana Guerrero, and Cristal Cisneros; Voice memo included in this episode was submitted by Denise Meeker. Hosted by Gabaccia Moreno Produced by Gabaccia Moreno, Noël Russell, and Gale Straub A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 19 Oct 2020 | Where We Walk: Meeting Wildlife on the A.T. | 00:27:40 | |
In the fifth episode of Where We Walk, we hear from two incredible human voices, conservationist Sally Naser and bird researcher Amber Wendler, who are dedicated to better understanding and appreciating the wildlife on the Appalachian Trail. But unlike other episodes in this series, we're also going to hear from many wildlife voices you might not stop to hear often-- so that next time you're outdoors, you might be encouraged to move a little slower and observe the world around you. With thousands of species of animals to encounter, it's clear that wildlife on the Appalachian Trail is plentiful. But here’s a question: how much do you see and experience when you're outdoors, especially when you're hiking? Do you take some time to observe? Do you practice patience to discover what's around you? Or do you focus on moving from Point A to Point B? Of reaching the summit? Of covering the miles you planned for the day? This episode is immersive and will take you on a journey walking on the Trail for a day through listening to the world of wildlife you can discover when you’re outdoors. About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Sally Naser & Amber Wendler Hosted by Laura Borichevsky, with Gale Straub Resources:
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| 30 Jun 2016 | On Fear #2: Human Powered Travel | 00:28:42 | |
Interview with Julie Hotz, a videographer and photographer in favor of human-powered travel. She bike-packed from Los Angeles, CA to Glacier National Park and then hiked the Pacific Northwest Trail to the Pacific Ocean. We talked about how we grow when we take on challenges that we're a little afraid of. | |||
| 31 Mar 2021 | Listen, Learn, Engage: Women's Outdoor Summit | 01:01:47 | |
Listen and learn from leaders in the outdoor industry in this special highlight episode of the virtual Women’s Outdoor Summit. In celebration of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day and created by Teresa Baker, this event centered around inclusivity, accessibility, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and outdoor career advice. Hear from inspiring and thought-provoking speakers like Dr. Carolyn Finney, Intersectional Environmentalist, Women CEO panels, and more. Featured in this episode: Teresa Baker, Melanie Cox, Sarah Crockett, Jaylyn Gough, Deb Haaland, Sierra Domaille, Karla Amador, Alison Desir, Michelle Wardian, Natali Zollinger, Jenny Bruso, Dania Rivas, Syren Nagakyrie, Anaheed Saatchi, Kareemah Batts, Patricia Cameron, Leah Thomas, Sabs Katz, Diandra Marizet, Kristy Drutman, & Dr. Carolyn Finney. Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub With Thanks to Julie Hotz A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Backcountry Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 18 Dec 2020 | Empowerment Through Access - See Us Outside, Episode 2 | 00:29:47 | |
Creating more opportunities for access to outdoor recreation allows young women of color to define their own narratives in the outdoors. Organizations like Young Women Who Crush and Women’s Wilderness are playing a key role opening up the door to the benefits of spending time in nature. In the second episode of See Us Outside, Gabaccia explores the systemic barriers to accessing the outdoors and the liberation and healing that can occur when a woman of color gets to choose it for herself. About the series: This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with The Cairn Project, and made possible by a grant from the Walton Family Foundation. Host Gabaccia Moreno is our guide in exploring the unique relationships girls and young women of color have with the natural world and outdoor recreation. Through the voices and stories of leaders and participants from diverse outdoor organizations doing the work to help young people of color thrive in the outdoors, this four-part audio miniseries will highlight the joy, connection, and community these girls find in nature, as well as the importance of organizations doing the work to expand outdoor opportunities. We want to stress that when we say this series highlights women and girls of color, this is inclusive of all cis and trans women and girls, as well as folks of all gender identities who feel comfortable in spaces that center women. That said, for the most part, when we talk about gender we most often do so in terms of those who are socialized as girls and women in a more heteronormative, binary way. Featured in this episode: Cristal Cisneros, Kriste Peoples, Alexis Krauss, Marian Perez, and Mira Manickam-Shirley; Voice memo included in this episode were submitted by Gabrilla Ballard. Hosted by Gabaccia Moreno Produced by Gabaccia Moreno, Noël Russell, and Gale Straub A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 28 Nov 2018 | Postpartum: Kristina Frost | 00:39:13 | |
Becoming a new mom has changed the way Kristina Frost experiences the outdoors. And she's realizing, it's not better or worse - it's just different. The confluence of a body in healing, a child who needs constant care, and postpartum depression means her life looks little like it did a few years ago. We talk to Kristina before and after she takes her two-month-old daughter Emma camping for the very first time. Women featured in this episode: Kristina Frost Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 25 Jun 2021 | Ariel Tweto - Voices from the GoPro Mountain Games, Episode 2 | 00:23:21 | |
Ariel Tweto is passionate about taking chances and trying new things in the outdoors -- and sharing her experiences with others. Ariel’s Inupiaq Inuit, born and raised in Unalakleet, Alaska. She’s a pilot, a TV personality, and the founder of the nonprofit Popping Bubbles. Ariel’s first time at the Mountain Games gave her the opportunity to compete in her very first e-bike race. That’s one of the cool things about the Mountain Games: people of all experience levels compete together for the sake of community and having fun out there. She and Gabaccia Moreno met up at the Mountain Games to talk about how it went, the new friends she’s made in Vail, and her best advice for listeners looking to embrace nature in their lives. About the series: Travel with She Explores for a weekend of adventure, art, music, and community at the GoPro Mountain Games in Vail, Colorado. Through conversations with four women outdoorists and through the ears of first-time Mountain Games attendee Gabaccia Moreno, listeners have the opportunity to experience the games from afar and contemplate adventure in their own lives. This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with the Vail Valley Foundation with support from LifeStraw . Featured in this episode: Ariel Tweto Hosted by Gale Straub & Gabaccia Moreno A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 28 Oct 2020 | Paralympic Snowboarder Brittani Coury | 00:35:55 | |
Brittani Coury is a Paralympic snowboarder and registered nurse who loves spending her winters in the mountains. It’s where she’s found a second family, it’s where her stubbornness and dedication have helped her realize her potential as an athlete. Brittani hasn’t had a straight path in her athletic career. So she knows a thing or two about starting over, pushing through, and having fun. Which makes her the perfect person to learn from in this episode, whether you’re new to skiing or snowboarding, or looking to level up in skill and the amount of time spent on the mountain. We asked you what questions you have about skiing and snowboarding. Our hope is that everyone out there listening will be empowered by Brittani’s story and expertise to safely explore the slopes - whether It’s possible this season or in the many winters to come. Featured in this episode: Brittani Coury Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Ikon Pass Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 09 May 2018 | Playing to Her Strengths | 00:43:29 | |
In climbing, it's key trust yourself and your community. Discover what it's like to attend the Flash Foxy Women's Climbing Festival through the ears of a beginner. Jaymie Shearer takes us to Bishop, CA to climb, contemplate, and learn some life lessons. Women featured in this episode: Jaymie Shearer, Shelma Jun, Claudia Gallegos, Shelma Jun, Tristin Vaughn, Savannah Norris-Jenkins, Jolie Varela, and Brooke Holloway. Featured in the midroll: Stephanie Harper. In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 26 May 2021 | Meeting Yourself Where You're At: Lindsey Ingram | 00:39:27 | |
Lindsey Ingram has long-haul COVID, which means she is constantly renegotiating what's possible for herself in the outdoors. But just like she's not just a mom, or a hiker, or a gardener -- the uncertainty of her chronic illness doesn't define her. She simply has to meet herself where she's at. Over the past year Lindsey has been redefining her relationship with the outdoors, her body, and how she invites others into the outdoors with her. In certain ways, our conversation is an opportunity for her to contemplate how she's moving forward as she navigates long-haul COVID. It’s also an opportunity for us to better understand one person’s experience living with a chronic illness. About Lindsey: Based in the Midwest, Lindsey spends her free time outdoors in whatever capacity is available, lately walking, wildlife watching, and gardening. She explores the outdoors creatively though writing, drawing, painting, and photography. She travels solo, with her kids, or with her friends. Featured in this episode: Lindsey Ingram Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub Editing & production support by Julie Hotz A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Subaru & Reel Paper Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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Lindsey's "Adventure Pack" Contents Note from Lindsey: While it's possible to buy a "toy" adventure pack on Amazon, I try to buy cheaper or secondhand versions of real items (i.e an inexpensive $10 pair of adjustable binoculars with limited magnification versus $5 toy binoculars that don't work at all). These items last longer, and kids are smarter than we give them credit for! This list can be scaled up or down by reducing the number of items or purchasing nicer/cheaper alternatives as your budget allows.
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| 23 Sep 2020 | Outdoorsy Puns & "Subpar" Parks: Illustrator Amber Share | 00:37:08 | |
Amber Share is the creator of Subpar Parks, a National Parks illustration project with a satirical twist. Though her sense of humor leans on sarcasm, Amber's love of the outdoors and helping adventurous creatives achieve their goals is purely genuine. In this episode, we talk about Subpar Parks, Amber's relationship with the outdoors as it blends with creativity, her path to becoming self-employed, and more. Amber's bio says it best: Amber Share is an outdoorsy lettering artist with an affinity for colorful and punny illustrations. Her work is inspired by her interests — hiking, climbing, gardening, brewing kombucha, and, as a major introvert, spending time recharging at home. She strives to translate the joy of adventure into funny, light-hearted designs that spark conversation and help people connect. Featured in this episode: Amber Share Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by BetterHelp, Oregon State University E-Campus, & Ikon Pass Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 10 Apr 2019 | On and Off the Icefield: Hannah Perrine Mode | 00:42:39 | |
Anyone else a ‘bad’ science student in high school? For those who haven’t been indoctrinated, earth science can be all intimidating facts and hard edges. Hannah Perrine Mode is an abstract artist who has found a connection to science through her artwork. Her experiences as a science communicator as part of the Juneau Icefield Research Program in Alaska have opened her up to more diverse methods of sharing glacial and earth science with people - on and off the icefield. We talk about how Hannah went from being a self-described ‘bad’ science student to using abstract art to tell the stories of glaciers to creating an installation at Google featuring women scientists. Woman featured in this episode: Hannah Perrine Mode Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear:
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| 15 Jun 2016 | About She Explores | 00:02:07 | |
An introduction to the motivation behind She Explores podcast from host Gale Straub. Featuring the voices of: Learn more at She-Explores.com/podcast and join the conversation in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group. Music is by Kai Engel using a CC by A license | |||
| 16 Jan 2019 | Reading a River: Heather Hansman | 00:46:19 | |
Heather Hansman went on a solo pack rafting adventure for the sake of conservation. Paddling the 730 mile Green River, she learned about the future of water in the west and documented her journey in her upcoming book, Downriver: Into the Future of Water in the West. We talk about her two month pack rafting trip, what it means to write an adventure memoir that's grounded in water conservation, and why addressing environmental issues doesn't have to be intimidating or impersonal. Planning ahead can be like reading a river, a graceful mix of intuition and problem solving. Women featured in this episode: Heather Hansman Hosted by Gale Straub The She Explores Book is now available for presale! Learn more here In this episode you'll hear:
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| 26 Oct 2020 | Where We Walk: Building The Pathway | 00:34:59 | |
In this final episode of the Where We Walk miniseries, we take a look at volunteering by hearing from Michela Williams and Brittany Leavitt: two individuals who have had a big hand in volunteer positions for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, as well as other leadership roles where they get to see firsthand how powerful volunteering can truly be. Brittany and Michela say it best, but as you’ll hear, volunteering is a way we build paths-- not just through the physical act, but also building connections, exposing ourselves to new experiences, taking on leadership roles, and utilizing our time as volunteers to create pathways for others: recreationalists, stewards, and community members alike. About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Brittany Leavitt & Michela Williams Hosted by Laura Borichevsky & Gale Straub A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 19 Apr 2017 | Taking Shape: Making Outside Magazine's Women's Issue | 00:31:05 | |
We interview Outside Magazine's deputy editor Mary Turner and art & photography director Hannah McCaughey about their women's XX factor issue. It's a special edition to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Outside Magazine, but it's not the start or end of women's content on Outside. We talk to Mary and Hannah about the changing shape of outdoor content and why the timing was right to "finally" make an all-women's issue. Sponsored by Oru Kayak. Music is by Lee Rosevere, Little Glass Men, & Tours via freemusicarchive.org. Learn more via she-explores.com/podcast | |||
| 25 Jun 2021 | Arielle Shipe - Voices from the GoPro Mountain Games, Episode 4 | 00:23:10 | |
Arielle Shipe is someone who shares her health and adventure story for the service of others. She understands that we all have a lifelong relationship with our bodies, and that relationship is changing all the time. This year at the Mountain Games, she taught yoga surrounded by nature, helping participants center themselves and prime their bodies for a day of adventure and community. Arielle and Gabaccia Moreno met up to talk about Arielle’s health journey, her philosophy for reframing your relationship with health, her favorite yoga styles, rescheduling her thru hike, and more. About the series: Travel with She Explores for a weekend of adventure, art, music, and community at the GoPro Mountain Games in Vail, Colorado. Through conversations with four women outdoorists and through the ears of first-time Mountain Games attendee Gabaccia Moreno, listeners have the opportunity to experience the games from afar and contemplate adventure in their own lives. This special She Explores miniseries is made in collaboration with the Vail Valley Foundation with support from LifeStraw. Featured in this episode: Arielle Shipe Hosted by Gale Straub & Gabaccia Moreno A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 08 Apr 2020 | Our Outdoor Memories | 00:50:51 | |
The memories of outdoor adventures are precious and nourishing. They connect us to our friends and certain versions of ourselves. They're our happy places. And they give us the fortitude to push through hard times. This is a compilation of listener outdoor memories that feel especially salient today. There’s a palpable sense of longing in the air, so we created an episode that provides space for that longing — and the potential for celebration for the moments we've lived outside, too. Featured in this episode: Becky Marcelliano, Fran Turauskis, Genevieve, Madi Salvati, Mary Straub, Gretchen Powers, Amber, Iz La Motte, Nikki Smith, Andrea Di Maio, Jasmine Jones, Erin Espinosa, Lindsay, Paola Lopez, Annelise Del Rio, Julie Hotz, Sharlene, and Somang Lee. Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Deuter, Appalachian Gear Company & Travel South Dakota Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 15 Dec 2021 | Into the F.U.T.U.R.E. | 00:46:24 | |
The Outdoor F.U.T.U.R.E. Initiative is a coalition of ethnically and racially diverse leaders dedicated to ensuring youth from historically excluded communities have access to meaningful experiences in the outdoors. As a team, the Outdoor F.U.T.U.R.E. Initiative is campaigning for the creation of a national fund that could secure long term investments in programs that provide opportunities for all our youth to spend time outdoors. In this episode, Gabaccia is our guide as we learn about equity, the importance of outdoor equity funds, and what it takes to get legislation across the finish line. This is the last of six episodes hosted by Gabaccia Moreno in 2021 as part of our She Explores host residency program. It’s also our last episode of the year. Thanks for being here. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She Explores Featured in this episode: Teresa Martinez, Jessica Loya, and Laura Flores Hosted & Produced by Gabaccia Moreno With support by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 12 Oct 2020 | Where We Walk: Dreaming of Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail | 00:34:59 | |
In the fourth episode of Where We Walk, we hear from Brittany and Laura, two women who share a longing and a love for the Appalachian Trail. Brittany fulfilled her goal of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2019, despite facing the devastating loss of her husband a few years prior. Laura dreams of hiking the Trail, but forces outside of her control have kept her from doing it. There’s a lot of talk about the universal nature of the Appalachian Trail. And there are a lot of aspects of a thru hike that unites a trail community. But the individuals that hike the A.T. bring their full, unique, selves to the trail. Laura and Brittany are different: in upbringing, in background, in temperament. Laura’s Latina, she and her parents immigrated from Colombia to Georgia when she was six years old. Brittany’s white and grew up in North Dakota. But they have something in common that’s core to what attracts them to the Trail: a need, at a particular point in their lives, to do something entirely for themselves. This episode is for anyone who dreams of hiking the Trail, or who loves living vicariously through others’ thru-hiking stories. About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Laura Alarcon & Brittany Comins Hosted by Gale Straub, with Laura Borichevksy A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 15 Jun 2016 | On Fear: Beginner Backpacking and Kickstarters | 00:31:09 | |
On Fear: Beginner Backpacking and Kickstarters. Interviews with Liz Song, founder of Snowqueen and Scout, and Rachel Goldfarb of @IdleTheoryBus. We talk about the fear associated with taking big leaps - because starting a podcast is a little scary. | |||
| 19 May 2021 | Spreading the Joy: Demiesha Dennis | 00:43:30 | |
Demiesha Dennis is an angler, mom, and community leader who is passionate about spreading the joy she’s found outdoors. Her reflections on time spent outside as an immigrant and Woman of Color provide many insights into industry gaps, misconceptions of people in the outdoors, and the privilege of recreating through hiking and fly fishing. In this episode, we hear about how Demiesha started flyfishing, what she’s teaching her daughter, what it means to her to be a woman on the water, changing the narrative through Brown Girl Outdoor World, and more! This is the second of six episodes hosted by Gabaccia Moreno this year as part of our She Explores host residency program. Featured in this episode: Demiesha Dennis Hosted & Produced by Gabaccia Moreno Editing & Additional Production Support by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Subaru, Janji, & Reel Paper Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 19 Jun 2019 | Safer Alone in the Backcountry: Sarah Grothjan | 00:42:10 | |
Sarah Grothjan believes solo hiking is one of the safest things she can do. Sarah explains why she feels safer alone in the backcountry than she does in her off-trail life. We talk with Sarah about how a city can feel less safe than being by yourself in the woods, why she wants to change the pervasive narrative that says otherwise, and how the last five years of hiking and backpacking have helped her come out of her shell and step into herself. Featured in this episode: Sarah Grothjan Featured in the midroll ad: Emilee Struss Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Merrell Continue the conversation and join us in our She Explores Podcast Facebook Group! In this episode, you'll hear:
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| 03 May 2017 | Women of 5Point Adventure Film Festival | 00:40:37 | |
On April 20th, we headed to Carbondale, CO for our first adventure film festival. We talked to its founder, Julie Kennedy, and five creative women who find inspiration in its community. We learn about the trends in adventure filmmaking and the importance of seeking out the people and places that motivate you to create. Featuring Julie Kennedy (Founder of 5Point), Anya Miller (Creative Strategist at Duct Tape Then Beer), Haley Thompson (co-director of the film How We Grow), Aisha Weinhold (founder of No Man's Land Film Festival), Sonya Pevzner (blogger behind The Pevzdispenser), and Sarah Uhl (artist and former event director for 5Point). Sponsored by Oru Kayak Learn more via she-explores.com/podcast Music by Mise & Chris Zabriskie | |||
| 24 Jan 2018 | Native Connection to the Land: Jaylyn Gough | 00:44:38 | |
Interview with Jaylyn Gough, Navajo outdoors woman and founder of Native Women's Wilderness. Jaylyn has found strength and healing in the outdoors. She talks about why she shares her connection with the land with other Native Americans, how non-natives can support her work, and her long term vision for Native Women's Wilderness. Our conversation is inextricably linked to trauma, but it is also filled with hope. Jaylyn's experiences as a child growing up on the Navajo reservation in Gallup, New Mexico, set her on her path. She was adopted at a young age, and it was both due to her adopted mother's generosity and certain hardships on the reservation that made her want to become a social worker. But as Jaylyn says, her childhood felt rich with the land. Jaylyn has a deep-seated drive to help people, especially women, overcome suffering. She also wants to see more women of color and native women on the trail and represented in outdoor media. Jaylyn's passion shines through every moment of this episode - we hope you'll find as much inspiration as we did in meeting her. Learn more about Native Women's Wilderness on Instagram and Facebook. Their new website will be live within the next day or two, visit it at www.nativewomenswilderness.org. Enjoy this episode? Rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’ll help other people find us. She Explores is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people like runners, cyclist, weightlifters and vegetarians get lower rates on their life insurance. Go to healthiq.com/sheexplores to support the show and see if you qualify. She Explores is also sponsored by Deuter. Thank you to them for the support! Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook. Visit She-Explores.com Links mentioned in this episode: Hosted and produced by Gale Straub. Episodes air weekly on Wednesdays-- subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode. Music for this episode is by Josh Woodward, Kai Engel, and Lee Rosevere via freemusicarchive.org. | |||
| 26 Sep 2018 | Lightening Trauma's Invisible Weight on the Trail: Sydney Williams | 00:43:33 | |
Sydney Williams is more than a weight loss story, or an outdoors person with Type II diabetes, or a trauma survivor. But hiking the Trans-Catalina trail the second time helped her put it all together. Women featured in this episode: Sydney Williams Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear
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| 03 Nov 2021 | Showing Up as Her Full Self for Wildlife: Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant | 00:48:36 | |
As a little girl, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant loved watching nature shows -- and she paid a lot of attention to the humans that showed up in front of the camera. Not seeing anyone in the host position who looked like her as a Black woman, Rae made it her goal to become a wildlife ecologist and to help change the face of who holds the expertise and shows up for some of the most unique animals in the world. Today, she's so proud to be the voice of a new podcast from PBS, Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant. Rae not only contributes to change through showing up as her full self, she's also dedicated to creating more equitable opportunities for young people to experience nature. She does this in many ways, most notably as the mother to two young girls and serving on the board of NatureBridge. After 15 years as a wildlife ecologist and conservation scientist, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant has a lot of valuable life lessons to share, be it the way she looks back at her own career with compassion for her younger self, the importance of doing exactly what she wants to do with her free time, or the joy that is cuddling baby bears -- just don't try the latter at home! Featured in this episode: Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant @RaeWynnGrant Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Danner Rumpl, & Minus33 Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 03 Mar 2023 | Finding Freedom in Swimming: Bonnie Tsui | 00:21:42 | |
Bonnie Tsui's book, Why We Swim, dropped at a time when we were all looking for guidance on how to move our bodies in ways that took us out of our heads and into our element. But its message is continuous. Why We Swim is a must-read whether you think of yourself as a swimmer or not. It takes you to the source of our innately human relationship with water and weaves together history, science, and her own personal story to propel us on the journey. We wanted to start this Women and Water series with my conversation with Bonnie because she is truly an expert on why we gravitate to the ocean, lakes, and other waterways that provide us with so much. Bonnie shares more about Why We Swim, her own start to swimming, how swimming helps us feel free, and so much more. This is the first in a series of interviews with some incredible humans who are featured in Women and Water - a new book from the team behind She Explores. We’re taking the conversation off the page and into their relationship with water today. You’ll hear from swimmers, surfers, paddlers, fishers, and more. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She Explores Featured in this episode: Bonnie Tsui She Explores is Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 04 Aug 2021 | Reciprocity with Lands & Waters: Brianne Lauro | 00:31:58 | |
Brianne Lauro was born and raised on Hawai’i Island and learned how to hunt, fish, and dive from her father at a young age. She’s carried this passion into adulthood, along with a commitment to honoring all the lands and waters of the island through giving back as they have given to her and her family. In conversation with Gabaccia Moreno, Brianne shares what drives her, how she would like to see the conservation conversation shift, why she’s documenting the knowledge of her family, and her hopes for the future. About Brianne, in her own words: Brianne Lauro is a descendant of Filipino plantation workers and the daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter of Hawai’i fishers and hunters. Born and raised on Hawai’i Island, she learned how to hunt, fish, and dive from her father at a young age, which she continues to do to this day. For generations, Hawai’i’s lands and waters have taken care of her and her family, and she’s committed to a lifetime of reciprocating that gift through conservation. Throughout the past year, Brianne has become a storyteller for her family — documenting and preserving the knowledge and life stories of her loved ones, past and present. In 2020, Brianne was awarded the two most prestigious scholarships established by Congress, the Harry S. Truman Scholarship and the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship. At her core, Brianne is a lover of family, heritage, local knowledge, and conservation. This is the fourth of six episodes hosted by Gabaccia Moreno this year as part of our She Explores host residency program. Featured in this episode: Brianne Lauro (she/her) Hosted & Produced by Gabaccia Moreno Additional Support by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Organifi & Pachamama Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 09 Jun 2021 | Pregnancy & the Outdoors - Matrescence, Part 1 | 00:47:18 | |
Pregnancy is a time of drastic physical change, and one full of expectation and anxieties, pressure and pain, hope and uncertainty. And for those of us who value time spent outside, it’s natural that we'd carry that forward into our pregnancies as much as we can. Continuing to hike, or surf, or whatever else we like to do, lets us still feel like ourselves and helps us cope with the symptoms and stresses of this entire process. But as you’ll hear, it’s often not that simple. In the first of a two-part series on matrescence, guest host Hailey Hirst spoke with two outdoor-loving moms about their pregnancies, Rukmini Halliwell and Rachel Barrett. And because there is no “one story” to tell about pregnancy, we also invited listeners in to share their reflections via voice memos. Whether or not you’ve experienced pregnancy, our hope is that you’ll listen and feel heard and illuminated. Featured in this episode: Rukmini Halliwell & Rachel Barrett Voice Memos featured: Liz, Erin Rodman, Rachel Molodovan, Julia Renn, Jennifer Smith, Arielle Courtney, Karen, Stephanie VanDoorn-Kazyak, and Randi. Thank you to everyone who submitted! Hosted & Produced by Hailey Hirst Editing & production support by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Yonder, Danner, & Reel Paper Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 21 Sep 2020 | Where We Walk: Memories of the Appalachian Trail | 00:31:16 | |
On the very first episode of “Where We Walk: Stories from the Appalachian Trail,” we’re looking back - but as you’ll hear, the memories we make on the Appalachian Trail, or A.T., extend beyond the real-time steps we take. We share submissions from women whose lives have been shaped by the A.T., whether on a thru, section, or day hike. Trails help us access landscapes both familiar and new, as well as give us the grace and space to explore our interior lives. We hope that in listening, you’ll reflect on how long trail experiences filter into your daily lives. In the first of a 6-part series in collaboration with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, we explore your memories of the A.T. and the ripple effect of those experiences. About the series: This story-forward six-part series, in partnership with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and made possible with support from REI, highlights the Appalachian Trail through both the women who helped to build it as well as those who continue to make it what it is today. Our goal is to tell a multi-dimensional story of the Trail through a range of voices from diverse backgrounds. Each episode will have a unique theme that helps tell the story of the way we shape the Trail, but more importantly — how the Trail shapes us. Featured in this episode: Kaitlan Stephens, Mary Holmes, Kathryn, Carmen, Alina Drufkova, Carrington Kernodle, Tara Prescott-Johnson, Sabine Pelton, Somer Pickel, Grizel, Alexandra Garcia, Xiaoling Keller, Melissa Goodwin, Charissa Hipp, Ariana, Gina Knox Hosted by Gale Straub and Laura Borichevksy A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 12 Aug 2020 | The Promise of Climbing: Sabrina Chapman | 00:38:34 | |
Sabrina Chapman's climbing story helps redefine what it means to be an elite climber. That said, you don’t need to be a climber for it to resonate with you. Sabrina is wildly thoughtful, a woman who chooses her words as carefully as she places her hands and feet on a rock wall. Her thoughts on working through fear, finding Black role models, contextualizing achievements, and the vulnerability of accepting your story echo through every activity we do outside. Sabrina's the subject of Titan Project, a new film by Melanin Base Camp. As one of a handful of Black women climbing elite routes worldwide, she hopes to inspire more girls from the BIPOC community to feel welcome in the climbing world. Featured in this episode: Sabrina Chapman Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Sponsored by Sierra Designs, BetterHelp, & Peak Scents Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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| 25 Oct 2017 | When a Run is Not Just a Run: Olympian Sarah Attar | 00:32:49 | |
Sarah Attar, the first female runner to represent Saudi Arabia in the Olympics, believes in the intimacy of learning a landscape on your own two feet. We talk with Sarah about the inspiration she finds in the mountain town of Mammoth Lakes, the power of tuning in to your speaking voice, and the recognition that every hill, every mile, and every accomplishment becomes a part of you. Featuring Sarah Attar. Find her on Instagram and learn more on her website. Learn more at www.she-explores.com/podcast. Sponsored by Music by Steve combs, Kai Engel, Josh Woodward, and Lee Rosevere via freemusicarchive.org. | |||
| 19 Dec 2018 | Looking Forward in Our Outdoor Lives | 00:50:39 | |
We put out a call for voice submissions, asking questions like: how will you bring what you’ve learned in the outdoors this year into 2019? Are you hoping to take up a new skill? Is there anyone you want to introduce to your outdoor life? Do you have any big trips planned? Or are you embracing resources closer to home? The answers were a resounding yes, all around. Women featured in this episode: Marissa Priestap, Alisha M’Lot Ruby and Jenni Goldman, Rhiannon Ball, Annabel Plush, Diandra Oliver, Jennifer, Meghan Young, Hailey Hirst, Kimberly Bradley, Katarina Mulec, Rachel Friedman, Kate Rafey, Rocio, Elisa Janson, Desiree Penner, Helen Wallis, Francesca Turauskis, Teresa Benitez, Greta Matos, and Christina Hickman Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear:
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| 03 Apr 2019 | When Nature Calls, SheFly has the Answer | 00:35:58 | |
Shouldn't it be easier for women to use the bathroom outside? Shouldn't pants be made for female anatomy? The founders behind SheFly Apparel think so. They've reinvented pants for us to wear on the trail and elsewhere. Meet two of the three co-founders, Bianca Gonzalez and Charlotte Massey. Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode you'll hear:
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| 02 Dec 2020 | Taking Your Period Outdoors | 00:51:47 | |
If you menstruate (and honestly, even if you don’t), it’s likely that periods are one of many factors that come into play when you’re looking to head outside. In fact, we know that’s the case-- because we recently asked the She Explores community to tell us what questions or topics they thought about when it came to navigating menstruation in the outdoors, and everyone really came through with ideas, questions, and longstanding myths they wanted to hear busted. We were hoping to find a way to meet this community enthusiasm with thoughts from someone who knows both the medical and the practical aspects of taking your period outdoors. Mary Ann Thomas, a current ICU nurse and former travel nurse, bike tourist, and a queer brown daughter of Indian immigrant parents comes to this conversation with both knowledge and applied know-how to share. Tune in to hear their insights and options around staying clean, remaining conscious of the environment, and giving yourself permission to recognize that there is always more to learn about our bodies and their cycles. Featured in this episode: Mary Ann Thomas Hosted by Laura Borichevsky A Production of Ravel Media Resources:
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| 17 Apr 2019 | Choosing Environmental Optimism | 00:40:11 | |
This Earth Day, we’re looking on the bright side. We’re asking, how can a sense of environmental optimism keep us facing forward? What strength do we gain when we’re comfortable starting fresh - whether it’s a climbing route, in our personal lives, or in our approach to sustainability? . We climb and camp in Moab, Utah with photographer, climber, and Mountain Hardwear ambassador Kylie Fly, who knows thinking outside the box is beneficial to all aspects of life. Woman featured in this episode: Kylie Fly Hosted by Gale Straub Sponsored by Mountain Hardwear
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| 03 Feb 2021 | Meet-Cute with Sex Outside | 00:19:28 | |
Laura Borichevsky wants to open up more conversations about sex, gender, and love: all through digging into the many connections we can find between them and the outdoors. Gale links up with Laura to learn more about her vision for her exciting new podcast, Sex Outside. About Sex Outside: A podcast peering into all the nooks and crannies of sex, gender, and love---and their connections to the natural world around us. Featured in this episode: Laura Borichevsky Hosted & Produced by Gale Straub A production of Ravel Media Join the She Explores Podcast community on Facebook Visit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on Instagram Resources
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