Podcasts about eastern sierras

Over the past few years, Megan and Michael had their eyes set on Temple Crag Peak; a 13,000 foot peak about six miles into the backcountry of the Eastern Sierras in California. The two of them attempted it in late July of 2021, and ended up being stuck on the side of the mountain during a thunderstorm for several hours during the retreat. That's one story… but then they went back this past summer to try again. After a 23 hour day, they made the summit and learned a lot along the way. Tune in to this episode to hear the full story. This podcast is produced by Ashley Saupe. This podcast is sponsored by Rocky Talkie. → 10% off Rocky Talkie radios at RockyTalkie.com/SharpEnd → Use code SHARPEND to waive the activation fee on ZOLEO → 10% off LIVSN clothes with code SharpEnd10 (limited to 30 uses) → 15% off Swoop garments with code SHARPEND → 20% off First Aid contents at MyMedic.com with code SHARPEND20 → 20% off American Alpine Club membership with code sharpend20 Instagram: the_sharp_end_podcast YouTube: @thesharpendpodcast Become a Patron: patreon.com/thesharpendpodcast Visit my website: www.thesharpendpodcast.com

May 20-25 Mule Days returns to Bishop, CA.  We talked to Jennifer Roeser about Mules, the Eastern Sierras, and the western way of life!

Adventure Freedom History Adventure, Freedom and History in Death Valley and The Eastern Sierras.There’s so much to see and so many thoughts! Details in Adventure-Freedom-History-Bob Davis Podcast 1155. Death Valley Eastern Sierras Firstly my last podcast dealt with the Eastern part of Death Valley. Podcast 1155 deals with the Western Part of Death Valley and […] Read more The post Adventure-Freedom-History-Bob Davis Podcast 1155 appeared first on The Bob Davis Podcasts.

Jack and John just returned from leading a Fall color photo workshop in the Eastern Sierras of California.  They drove down from Portland Oregon and scouted the area for several days before the group arrived, then led the group to the best locations in the area.  Here how the workshop went and what they saw … Continue reading Eastern Sierras Workshop Recap →

Peggy Okelly began her career in San Francisco as a CPA with KPMG Peat Marwick. In 1990 with two young girls in tow she moved back to my hometown in the Napa Valley and founded St. Helena Olive Oil Co. After 25 years of growing the business, Peggy suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury rendering her a stranger to herself.Having little access to her executive functioning, Peggy listened to the cues of her body leading her on a path of mind/body/spirit connection. Along the way she gathered teachings from healers of all medicines. Peggy's most profound healer continues to be Roxy, a Warmblood Mare, who she met while recovering in the Eastern Sierras of California. Their mutual struggle with disregulated nervous systems created an immediate and powerful connection. With no specific intention other than to share insights from her healing journey with Roxy,  Peggy found herself delving into a profound exploration of the human-horse connection. Together, they learned to befriend and tend to their biology leading to deeper healing and connection.In gratitude, Peggy created Congruence Tucson, a place to share and hold the space for other human and horse awakenings to the healing power of their true nature.Connect with Peggy Okelly:CongruenceTucson.comInstagrampeggy@congruencetucson.comSend us a message. We'd love to hear from you.Music provided by Justin Tamminga

As an outdoor industry leader for nearly 30 years, Gordon has committed his career to building brands that practice a triple bottom line (people, planet and profit) approach to business.Gordon launched Toad&Co, a responsible lifestyle apparel brand in 1996. Now headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA, he remains the CEO of the growing global brand. He also co-founded Planet Access 27 years ago, a social enterprise committed to providing life skills, vocational training and travel experiences for people with disabilities. Gordon spent 17 years on the Outdoor Industry Association Board including a 6-year stint as Chairman and Vice Chairman. He is currently a Board member for the Adventure Travel Conservation Fund, the Santa Barbara Film Festival and Chairs the advisory board of the Eco-Entrepreneurship Advisory Council at the Bren School Environmental Solutions graduate program at UCSB. He also serves as advisor to several early-stage responsible business start-ups. He received a BA in Psychology from Hamilton College and an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management from Wharton School of Business. Married with two 20 something daughters, between family and work Gordon enjoys just about anything the outdoors has to offer, especially if it is in the ocean, on a river or in the mountains near his family cabin in June Lake in the Eastern Sierras. Travel, film and birds are some of his other passions.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:46] Intro[01:58] Thriving with responsible consumers[03:47] Handling first collection without ecommerce in '96[05:08] Pivoting business strategy after 9/11 crisis[06:25] Building best in class before expanding[08:34] Balancing retail and ecommerce strategies[10:08] Promoting brand awareness through various channels[12:26] Adapting brand for Gen Z and millennials[13:59] StoreTester: done-for-you conversion rate optimization[15:16] learning from fast-changing Ecommerce trends[17:36] Adapting to changing buyer behavior[19:18] Managing evolving market dynamics[20:43] Aiming for lasting positive impact[22:16] Inspiring ethical entrepreneurship[24:04] Authenticity in brand commitment[25:29] Staying committed to your passion[26:27] Balancing gut feeling and analytics in business[27:30] Surviving and thriving in niches[28:11] Sustainable, organic, & eco-friendly clothingResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeSustainable, organic, & eco-friendly clothing toadandco.com/Follow Gordon Seabury linkedin.com/in/gordon-seabury-3597a03/Done-for-you conversion rate optimization service storetester.com/If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Join Loch Kelly the creator of the mindful glimpses app here as he welcomes his dear friend and colleague Adyashanti for an insightful conversation on different doorways for awakening. This conversation is significant as it's the last public interview before the official Adyashanti retirement announcement. Loch has been an authorized teacher by Adyashanti since 2007 and he carries on the modern nondual tradition. Adyashanti meditation style is discussed as he shares personal insights into his journey of awakening, emphasizing the importance of embodiment and connection in his path towards deeper understanding. The discussion touches on the individualized nature of awakening experiences and the various phases one may encounter along the way. They discuss Loch's Mindful Glimpses approach and Adyashanti Guided Meditation style as complements to each other. Delving into the essence of awakening, Loch and Adyashanti explore the transition from the narrative mind to pure awareness, and then into embodiment and love, highlighting the dynamic interplay between relative and ultimate realities. Throughout the dialogue, they offer nuanced perspectives on non-duality, emphasizing the integration of awareness and love into everyday life.43:36 The episode features Loch offering a guided practice called “Infinite No Self.” These mindful glimpses serve as invaluable tools for experiencing ways to access the awake consciousness that is already here within all of us. You can now explore all of Loch Kelly's practices and teachings on the new Mindful Glimpses app, found at https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpses. This innovative meditation and wellness app offers daily micro-meditations, step-by-step programs, and simple-yet-advanced tools for awakening.SPECIAL EPISODE BONUS - An Adyashanti Guided Meditation can be found in the Mindful Glimpses App: https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpsesAdyashanti, whose name means “primordial peace,” has been a spiritual teacher for 26 years, offering Adyashanti meditation and teachings across various formats worldwide. With a reach extending to over 30,000 people in 120 countries through his website, Adyashanti's teachings transcend religious points of view and belief systems. Since the Adyashanti retirement announcement, he has retired from teaching and resides in the Eastern Sierras with his wife, Mukti, who now is the Head Teacher of the Open Gate Sangha. https://www.opengatesangha.org/  Loch Kelly is the creator of the Mindful Glimpses app, award winning author, psychotherapist, and nondual meditation teacher known for his unique practical methods that support awakening as the next natural stage of human development. Backed by modern neuroscience and psychology, Loch introduces Effortless Mindfulness, an ancient form of nondual meditation that allows immediate access to our embodied awake nature which arises as calm, clarity, and compassion. Connect with Loch:Mobile App: https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpsesWebsite: https://lochkelly.org/Podcast: https://lochkelly.org/podcastDonate: https://lochkelly.org/donateThe Effortless Mindfulness Podcast is brought to you by our 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. Our mission is to make learning how to tap into your inner resources simple, teachable, and accessible to everyone.

Join us on The Modern Explorer Podcast as we dive into captivating tales with special guest Chris Balladarez. Hear about the transformative journey through the Southwest that ignited his passion for travel and photography. Discover the profound impact of a meaningful trip to Patagonia, where Chris, alongside his wife and a talented group of creatives, embarked on a Canon shoot. Be enthralled by his humbling experience in the Eastern Sierras, as he attempted a summit of Mount Whitney. From chasing tornadoes and storms through the Midwest to the power of overcoming fear and embracing open-mindedness, Chris shares his inspiring adventures that will leave you eager to explore the world.

In this episode, join me as I delve into the highlights of my exhilarating 8-day road trip across the breathtaking landscapes of Zion, the Eastern Sierras, and Hanksville. From the vibrant carpets of blooming lupine to the exhilarating rush of whipping my bike through stunning canyons, every moment of this adventure was infused with wonder and discovery. I'll take you along as I recount the sights, sounds, and scents of each destination, from the majestic peaks of the Sierras to the serene beauty of Zion's red-rock canyons. Along the way, we'll pause to marvel at the delicate beauty of blooming desert flowers, their vibrant hues painting the arid landscape with bursts of color. But this journey isn't just about the sights—it's about the experiences that linger in the heart and mind long after the trip has ended. I'll share my main takeaways from the road, reflecting on the lessons learned and the moments of clarity and connection that emerged amidst the beauty of nature. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to be transported to the open road as I bring you along on this unforgettable journey. From the wildflower-strewn meadows of the Sierras to the rugged canyons of Zion and the tranquil desert vistas of Hanksville, this road trip was a symphony of adventure and discovery, and I can't wait to share it with you.

Join Loch Kelly the creator of the mindful glimpses app here as he welcomes his dear friend and colleague Adyashanti for an insightful conversation on different doorways for awakening. This conversation is significant as it's the last public interview before the official Adyashanti retirement announcement. Loch has been an authorized teacher by Adyashanti since 2007 and he carries on the modern nondual tradition. Adyashanti meditation style is discussed as he shares personal insights into his journey of awakening, emphasizing the importance of embodiment and connection in his path towards deeper understanding. The discussion touches on the individualized nature of awakening experiences and the various phases one may encounter along the way. They discuss Loch's Mindful Glimpses approach and Adyashanti Guided Meditation style as complements to each other. Delving into the essence of awakening, Loch and Adyashanti explore the transition from the narrative mind to pure awareness, and then into embodiment and love, highlighting the dynamic interplay between relative and ultimate realities. Throughout the dialogue, they offer nuanced perspectives on non-duality, emphasizing the integration of awareness and love into everyday life.44:37 The episode features Loch offering a guided practice called “Infinite No Self.” These mindful glimpses serve as invaluable tools for experiencing ways to access the awake consciousness that is already here within all of us. You can now explore all of Loch Kelly's practices and teachings on the new Mindful Glimpses app, found at https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpses. This innovative meditation and wellness app offers daily micro-meditations, step-by-step programs, and simple-yet-advanced tools for awakening.SPECIAL EPISODE BONUS - An Adyashanti Guided Meditation can be found in the Mindful Glimpses App: https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpsesAdyashanti, whose name means “primordial peace,” has been a spiritual teacher for 26 years, offering Adyashanti meditation and teachings across various formats worldwide. With a reach extending to over 30,000 people in 120 countries through his website, Adyashanti's teachings transcend religious points of view and belief systems. Since the Adyashanti retirement announcement, he has retired from teaching and resides in the Eastern Sierras with his wife, Mukti, who now is the Head Teacher of the Open Gate Sangha. https://www.opengatesangha.org/  Loch Kelly is the creator of the Mindful Glimpses app, award winning author, psychotherapist, and nondual meditation teacher known for his unique practical methods that support awakening as the next natural stage of human development. Backed by modern neuroscience and psychology, Loch introduces Effortless Mindfulness, an ancient form of nondual meditation that allows immediate access to our embodied awake nature which arises as calm, clarity, and compassion. Connect with Loch:Mobile App: https://lochkelly.org/mindful-glimpsesWebsite: https://lochkelly.org/Podcast: https://lochkelly.org/podcastDonate: https://lochkelly.org/donateThe Effortless Mindfulness Podcast is brought to you by our 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. Our mission is to make learning how to tap into your inner resources simple, teachable, and accessible to everyone.

Dan Patitucci, is the owner of AlpsInsight and his professional outdoor photography has been in magazines and advertisements all over the world. He's a legend in the mountains and has captured the achievements and stories of some of the greatest mountaineers of our time. As a trail runner and climber he shares his time between Switzerland and California. We talk about the changing and enduring landscape of the outdoors, discuss the differences between mountain towns in the Swiss Alps and the Eastern Sierras and debate the challenges of capturing the true emotions of trail running on camera. Super honored to bring Dan's first ever podcast appearance to Singletrack. LINKS Dan Patitucci on Instagram AlpsInsight Sierra Trail Runs Guide to the Eastside Connect with Singletrack on: Singletrack.fm Instagram Brought to you by Electric Cable Car - your trail and mountain news!

From a spark at a young age, exploring many of the country's national parks, to urban exploration as a young adult, to what has now captured her full attention in the mountaineering and bike-packing scenes, Emily does not lack adventurous stories. It was a pleasure hearing about her experiences in the Eastern Sierras, where she found the belief in herself and passion for climbing big mountains, to summiting Ama Dublam in Nepal, and blazing her own bike-packing trails in Iceland. She shares her passion for making others feel that these experiences are within their reach as well along with some great lessons she's learned in her travels over the years. Be sure to check out the breathtaking captures from these trips and more on her instagram @alpinemily

Weekend warrior and Sierras aficionado Eric "Late Check Out" Coleman drops into the studio to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Late Check Out waxes eloquent about Team East vs. Team West, the Big SEKI Loop, Mineral King to Whitney, North Lake to South Lake Loop, the SERE challenge, the Bitch Trail, and the luxury of taking your time and being present in the outdoors. Looking for some intel on the Eastern Sierras? Look no further. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 116: Mark Rusin Mark is a big wall climber, lobster diver and all-around outdoor focused individual. Living in Ojai, CA you wouldn't think "Chukar Hunter", but he is just that.  Mark was on a roadtrip, northbound along the Eastern Sierras and we were able to connect for a couple of days chasing Chukar in some of my favorite places. Having never experienced hunting over pointing dogs, it was a exciting opportunity to show it what all the rage is about. Join me this week as Mark and I discuss:  Similarities between Chukar Hunting and Lobster Diving, Climbing the nose of El Cap in Yosemite, Learning to Chukar hunt, getting his car burglarized while Chukar hunting, hunting with kids and much much more. Presented by: Final Rise  

In today's episode we're talking to an incredible individual whose been an amazing supporter of the podcast and has done some amazing hikes across California and the Southwest, her name is Bekka and you can follow her on Instagram @i.am.bekkaBekka shares with us some of his favorite places in and around Central California, including the beautiful Eastern Sierras. We also hear about her recent visit to the Grand Canyon, which included her adorable kitten Buttons, who's also been exploring other National Parks across the Southwest with Bekka and her family.Follow us on Instagram, @HikesandmicsThis episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic  Episode Sponsor(s):Ursa Minor Outfitters - Inspired by the outdoors, Created by local artistsGo check them at www.ursaminoroutfitters.com and don't forget to enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order.FlipSockz will keep Mother Nature out of your boots with their innovative nylon sleeve.To get your first pair visit www.FlipSockz.com and enter the promo code HikesMics10 at checkout to receive 10% off your order.

The final episode from Rocklands! Ethan Pringle joins me for a fireside chat on my last day in South Africa. We share a wrap-up of the trip, and tackle Patron questions about Ethan's back injury and rehab, his favorite climbing areas in California, why I still do “No Hangs”, my send of Octopussy, projecting tips, how I use the Tindeq, Ethan's most epic bat hangs, mental health struggles and setbacks, challenging your perceived limits, why Ethan thinks I should spend more time training on commercial gym sets, my thoughts about Rocklands overall, and much more!Check out Rocky Talkie!RockyTalkie.com/NuggetUse this link to get 10% off your first order of backcountry radios!Check out Crimpd!crimpd.comOr download the Crimpd app!Check out AG1!drinkAG1.com/NUGGETUse this link to get a free year's supply of vitamin D + 5 travel packs!Check out Wonderful Pistachios!WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more!Check out Green Chef!greenchef.com/60nuggetUse code "60NUGGET" at checkout for 60% off plus free shipping!We are supported by these amazing BIG GIVERS:Leo Franchi, Michael Roy, David Lahaie, Robert Freehill, Jeremiah Johnson, Scott Donahue, Eli Conlee, Skyler Maxwell, Craig Lee, Mark and Julie Calhoun, Yinan Liu, Renzollama, Zach Emery, and Brandt MickolasBecome a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes:  thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/qa-7Nuggets:0:03:51 – Rocklands Recap:0:03:51 – My recap of being sick, and how fast time flies on a trip0:11:55 – Comparing my trips to Magic Wood and Rocklands, and my main takeaway0:13:07 – Ethan's trip recap, and remaining goals0:18:22 – Recap of my journey on Black Shadow0:22:32 – Some of the other hard boulders I tried0:24:06 – The line between having a “bad” vs “good” trip0:25:29 – Expectations vs. reality, and resetting your reference points to find gratitude0:28:02 – Patron Questions:0:28:02 – Shawn's Question: Ethan's back injury/rehab, his plans to lift weights, and the rigors of bouldering in Rocklands0:34:04 – Shawn's Question: No Hangs, finding your max load for training, and my current approach to finger strength0:38:40 – Rajiv's Question: Top routes that have inspired Ethan, Connor Herson's repeat of Black Beard's Tears, and Ethan's FA in Greenland0:41:47 – Rajiv's Question: China Beach in Rumney0:43:05 – Rajiv's Question: Chris Linder's route Window of Opportunity0:47:59 – Travis' Question: My send of Octopussy, the process, and projecting tips0:56:40 – Colin's Question: Where Ethan developed his love for climbing, being a gym rat at heart, and his early climbing in CA1:00:10 – Colin's Question: Go-to climbing areas near San Francisco, Ethan's thoughts on Jailhouse, and areas in northern CA1:03:42 – Colin's Question: Bouldering exploration in the Eastern Sierras, and unfinished business at Shuteye Ridge1:09:58 – Colin's Question: Ethan's thoughts on the bouldering near LA1:13:11 – Cody's Question: Tindeq protocols, edge sizes, and some notes about my finger training on the trip1:19:40 – Patreon plug, and info about Q&As1:21:26 – Daniel's Question: Ethan's thoughts on bat hangs1:28:02 – Alan's Question: Which climber's superpowers we wish we had1:31:44 – Jacob's Question: Ethan's thoughts on mental health struggles, and how that plays into his climbing1:35:28 – Why loving yourself won't make you lose your edge1:39:02 – Wren's Question: My thoughts on sport climbing in the future, and meeting climbing partners on the road1:44:20 – Jacob's Question: Favorite sport climbing destinations in the US1:46:25 – Unpacking the word “favorite”1:47:15 – Lars' Question: Dealing with setbacks and mental struggles1:49:33 – The beauty of Rocklands1:51:07 – Connor's Question: Most memorable boulders, and life list boulders1:57:03 – Cooper's Question: Favorite home crags near the Bay that Ethan never gets tired of, and remaining highballs in Bishop1:59:13 – Luke's Question: Challenging your perceived limits2:09:08 – More Thoughts About Rocklands:2:09:08 – Why Ethan thinks I should spend more time on commercial gym sets2:10:40 – My thoughts on the climbing in Rocklands, and why I was hesitant to talk about it2:19:28 – Sweet spot grades in different areas, and wanting to be good enough to enjoy weird or unpleasant climbs2:22:59 – We need that 18-year-old Moonboard energy2:24:32 – Wanting to come back, and wrap up

On this episode I release the "Best of Just Trek: Mixtrek Volume 2" in celebration of the podcast reaching the 3 year anniversary milestone. This second compilation features the best stories and moments that I have ever heard on the show from our cast of special guests. Featured in this compilation are Robert Martinez (@Parliament0f0wls), Casey Schreiner (@ModernHiker), Veronica Castro (@SweatSoGuud), Jeff Hester (@TheSoCalHiker / @SixPackOfPeaks), Jen Yonda (@LA.Skate.Hunnnies), Victor Martinez (@Vic_Of_Earth / @LATrailKillers), Cris Hazzard (@Hikingguy_com), Dora Santana (@Hiking_Lotusflower), Mitchel Dumlao (@MitchelDumlao), Stefan Fagerholm (@LifeHacksLA), Noah Klein (@FeelsLikeFloating), Cisko (@HikerFighter @BehindTheSufferAndPain), and Karla Amador (@52HikeChallenge). They share stories from their outdoor adventures that highlight places such as the Angeles National Forest, Mount Whitney, John Muir Trail, Eastern Sierras, Cotopaxi, Cactus to Clouds, Backbone Trail & Santa Monica mountains, San Gorgonio, Mt Charleston, Mount Baldy, Mount Baden Powell, Palos Verdes and more. Consider this episode an adventure story sampler of the Just Trek Podcast. We'd like to thank our sponsors: HIGHLANDER Adventure is the leading long-distance hiking event series in the world with over 40 events in 20 countries worldwide. Highlander creates once in a lifetime experiences for all nature lovers, explorers, and modern nomads around the world. They will be hosting their next event in Southern California's alpine paradise known as Big Bear Lake from May 24th-28th. Use code ''JUSTTREK30" for 30% off any Big Bear format on https://bit.ly/4087rYL The 52 Hike Challenge is a global hiking movement where participants gain the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits from hiking once a week for an entire year. Sign up for the 2023 challenge on https://www.52hikechallenge.com/ Support Just Trek on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/justtrek Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justtrek/message

This is the 64th episode of the SHINE podcast and the first of 2023. The focus of this season will be on the essentials for wellbeing. Each interview will highlight new research and thought leadership on the correlation of personal well being, the well being at work, and how to live and conduct business in a way that nurtures the planet's well being. To kick off the season, I will speak to my own learnings and refinements on how to birth a new way of well-being at work and in life. I will speak to what I learned from living in Costa Rica in the last 3 months during my sabbatical, relevant research regarding happiness and the Blue zones, and lastly prompts to help you identify what are the essential ingredients for well-being at work and in life.       Episode Links:   Inner Game Leadership Assessment   Blue Zones Food List   SHINE Links:   Thank you for listening. Want to build a high trust, innovative, and inclusive culture at work? Sign up for our newsletter and get the free handout and be alerted to more inspiring Shine episodes   Building Trust Free Gift — leadfromlight.net   Carley Links   Book Carley for Speaking — https://carleyhauck.com/speaking Leading from Wholeness Learning & Development — https://carleyhauck.com/learning-and-development Carley's Book — https://carleyhauck.com/SHINEbook Executive Coaching with Carley — https://carleyhauck.com/executive-coaching Contact Carley — https://carleyhauck.com/contact Carley's Patreon Page https://www.patreon.com/carleyhauck   Well Being Resources:   Inner Game Meditations — https://carleyhauck.com/meditations Doterra — https://www.doterra.com/US/en/site/carleyhauck Inner Game Leadership Assessment- https://tinyurl.com/igniteyourinnergame   Social:   LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/carley-hauck/ IG — https://www.instagram.com/carley.hauck/ Website — https://www.carleyhauck.com Newsletter — https://carleyhauck.com/leadfromlight Shine Podcast Page — https://carleyhauck.com/podcast     The Imperfect Shownotes   0:01 Carley Hauck   Hi, welcome to the SHINE podcast. My name is Carley Hauck and I am your host. This is approximately the fifth season of the SHINE podcast. I say approximately because on average, I have 9 to 10 interviews per season. But if inspiration hits, then guess what? You get more goodness. This podcast focuses on the intersection of three things: the science and application of conscious, inclusive leadership, the recipe for high performing teams and awareness practices that you can cultivate to be the kind of leader our world needs now.   Before I tell you about this next season, and our topic today, please go over to Apple podcasts and hit the subscribe button. This way you don't miss out on any future episodes. And you can also scroll through our many episodes in the last couple years, and find inspiration, and wisdom and science there.   This is the 64th episode of the podcast and the first of 2023. And the focus of this season will be on the essentials for wellbeing. And this is encompassing the intersection of our personal well being, the well being at work, and how we can support the planet's well being. This season has so many incredible interviews, so many wonderful tips. And I am also really excited to share with you some of my own refinements of well being. And so I will be sprinkling in three different solo interviews with you over the course of this season.   So join me now for the first of these solo podcast interviews, as I talk to you about birthing a new way of well being at work and in life. Before I jump in to how I'm going to break this down, I'd like to encourage you to take the Inner Game Leadership Assessment. There are nine different essential inner game leadership competencies that I've been studying and doing a lot of research around. Many of these are highlighted in my new book SHINE. When you take the assessment, you will see where your strengths and gaps are, so that you can level up and upskill. The link will be in the show notes under Inner Game Leadership Assessment.   3:07 Carley Hauck   So let's go ahead and step into this incredible episode. There's a lot of information I want to share with you. So I'm going to break it into three parts. I went to live and work and be in Costa Rica, which is one of my favorite countries that I've been going to annually for five years, but visiting for about 10.   I'll break this interview down is to focus first on my inner well being journey in Costa Rica and the refinements and the learnings that I had, that I think will benefit you.   Second, I would like to share some of the science around happiness, and specifically around some of the Blue Zones research that has been conducted mostly by a colleague of mine, Dan Buettner, but also by many other folks to really understand what supports longevity, well being and people really living their best life because don't we all want to love and live our best life?   Definitely.   And then lastly, I'm going to leave some prompts and questions so that you can help design a life with greater wellbeing.   Okay, let's start with part one. How I upskilled my inner well being and some of the refinements that I made and I'm continually integrating now that I'm back in the US. So I went to Costa Rica for three months, and I want to share that that was a big planning process for me, it wasn't something that I just decided to do, it was something that I knew that I wanted to prioritize in 2022. And a part of that actually came about because I could really feel a high level of burnout at the end of ‘21. And I knew that based on what I had on my plate in ‘22, I couldn't really take that much time off. But I knew that I could prioritize it for the end of ‘22, and into the beginning of ‘23. Because without it, I was not going to be able to bring my best to my life, to my family, to my friends, and to be able to be in service in the way that I want to for leaders and companies, especially as everything is being restructured. This is a time where I feel I have immense value to add.   But I can't do that, if I don't have enough energy, to be able to provide that type of dedication and commitment. In order to live in Costa Rica for this period of time, I had gone through a lot of letting go in the previous few years. If you really knew me, which I'll share a little bit, I actually have been living this very nomadic life since May of 2020, which is not actually something that I think is for everyone. It's not something I ever thought I would be up for. But I had to leave my home in Oakland in May 2020 because the quarantine, and pandemic created some hostility in my van landlord, and she became very irrational. And it was not psychologically or physically safe for me to remain there. So I ended up moving away, six hours away to a very remote but beautiful location in the Eastern Sierras and the summer of 2020, right before Black Lives Matter hit in Oakland. So it was actually quite a blessing and a gift for me to leave, I ended up suing her. I won the lawsuit. And that took me on this really crazy journey of living in lots of different areas and cities and communities trying on, trying to figure out where home really wants.   I lived in North Carolina, in a very small mountain town, that was 8000 people for the majority of ‘21 with some breaks going to Sedona living in Bend Oregon, trying on San Diego. And then in ‘22, I moved back and relocated to California. But I left the majority of my things in a storage unit, which is still there in North Carolina. And I had the great opportunity to return back to the Bay Area where I spent most of my adult life and also got a chance to try on San Diego. So I share all of that because I have learned to be comfortable with not a lot of stuff with you know, small suitcase with the essentials. And that allowed me to live with even less in Costa Rica for three months.   So what did I kind of bring with me? A yoga mat, a clean press that would allow me to have certain you know herbal teas and herbal latte is that is a daily infusion that I have for caffeine in the morning I had you know two bags of clothing and brought two books, my journal and just really let go of a lot because I knew that I was not going to be able to get the same products without spending a ton of money. There is no Amazon in Costa Rica right now, which is wonderful, but it really does limit what you're able to bring in and therefore buy when you're in country. So I packed the essentials.   And for basically the first six weeks, I was incredibly unplugged from technology from social media from work and this was part of my sabbatical. And I knew that I needed this time to refill my well and to be able to focus on other learning and other nourishment. And I have spent probably the last 15 years of my life, taking the last week to ten days in silence at the end of the year, this is a pretty regular ritual and refinement of mine to be able to really purify the mind, body and heart.   And so this time of year, the end of December of ‘22, I actually spent almost a month and a lot of silence. And that was really nourishing for me. And that allowed me to really honor my slowness, my emotional sensitivity, and my desire to have more time for embodiment for rest in play. And because I was mostly in silence, rest and play just look like staring at trees, it looked like listening to howler monkeys, it looked like swimming in the ocean. And I believe that the more and more that I listen to what is my natural rhythm, just like all of us have a natural rhythm, and I'm not pushing beyond that which I have tended to do in my life, working with tech companies, and just trying to kind of be a super woman at certain times, the more I can really honor what is true for me, especially in my early 40s, and not in my 30s anymore, the more I have to give, the more value and wisdom and curiosity and passion I can bring to my clients into the companies and leaders that I work with.   12:30 Carley Hauck   Some of the refinements of my mind was just having even more gratitude, taking more time and slowness. Really letting myself know that no matter what was happening in life, that I was safe. I think there are some times that I am leading from fear versus I have everything that I need. So just having more and more time to harness this and cultivate this, from a disengagement of social media, of work, was really healing for me.   Some of the refinements that I made towards food. This was kind of a blessing and a challenge. Honestly, during my entire three months, the food in Costa Rica in my experience in comparison to the US is pretty basic, it's very pure, which is, which is a positive but can also be a negative. And so therefore, the grocery stores have very basic ingredients, they are importing certain things. But there's so much less selection than what you would find in a grocery store in the US.   So the fruits and the vegetables that you can get at the farmers markets or even in the grocery stores are different. They're tropical, for example, and I would say mostly the fruits, not the vegetables, but you can find papayas and mangoes and passionfruit and watermelon. The vegetables are pretty similar. But one area that made a huge comeback for me was celery. I started actually having celery juice every morning. And that is something that I have continued on since I came back to the US. I have found that that has been really healing for my body.   And also based on some of the challenges that you'll hear about that I underwent with water and sanitation. That food actually felt just something that was easy for me to digest. So what I found in living there and working there, which is different than being on retreat, which was a lot of my experience in the last five years, as I've taken the silent time at the end of the year, was that the food was very expensive. And it was expensive to buy. It was expensive to prepare because spices were very expensive. A jar of coconut oil was about $15 US, a jar of peanut butter was $12 and some of this was just based on added taxes so I began really rationing my food. One, it was very basic, two, it was just very expensive. I avoid throwing food out as much as I possibly can, no matter where I'm living, but I did this even more in Costa Rica just due to how expensive everything was.   So I ended up actually losing a fair bit of weight that I didn't mean to lose. And some of my refinements for my you know, eating there was as I said celery juice I would have papaya and papaya seeds, which are anti parasitic I would, you know, cook a lot of things ahead of time, even more than I do in the US because I found things actually went bad more quickly. And I think maybe some of that is that it's less genetically modified, I think the storage ability, and also just when you're getting the fruits and vegetables, they're not refrigerated, for example. So they might be getting to you a little bit more ripe.   And the other thing that happened while I was in Costa Rica, and this, you know, this goes back to kind of refinements around food is that I unfortunately came down with three stomach bugs, likely parasites, I'm still actually just landing in the US and trying to get a sense of what actually happened to my body. So I will be finding out some more information in this next week. But the water quality, depending on where you are in the country, closer to the ocean, not so great, higher in the mountains much, much better. And I got two different parasites, bugs and my last month, and that just really tipped me over the edge. So while my well being was up-leveled, in certain ways, it was definitely very much downgraded in other ways. But I am coming back with some great learnings.   16:25 Carley Hauck   So let's talk about physical activity, what were some of the refinements that I ended up making? Well, it's so interesting, because prior to going to Costa Rica, I've always, you know, had a yoga practice since I was 17. And I definitely prioritize physical well being and daily exercise, but I didn't have access to a gym. So I ended up using rocks for weights. And I found just a lot of natural ways to add weight bearing activity, definitely less than what I would do in the States, but it still at least allowed me to have some muscle tone. So that might be swimming. That might be you know, just, you know, adding more weight to my daily biking. When I was living the last month in Costa Rica I was down on the Caribbean side, and I did not have a car. So I was biking everywhere. And I did that because I was really experimenting with regenerative living. And that will be something that I'll talk just a little bit more about.   But what I would say became such an essential thing that I think sometimes we take for granted, was having clean water. The water that I had available to me the last month was purified as much as it could be in the casita that I was renting. But the tap water was very unhealthy. And so as much as I could, I tried to, you know, cook things in the purified water, but based on the fact that I was working remotely, you know, it just took so much more time, how am I going to bathe? How am I gonna brush my teeth, every single thing has to be this filtered water, which just takes a longer process.   So I became just so much more aware how important clean water is. I mean, that was always a thing, it's always been something I prioritized in the States, I use a Berkey filter. But when you don't have access to it, you're gonna get sick, and it is really going to negatively impact your well being.   The other thing that I really wanted to try on in a deeper way, was living regeneratively when I was living in Costa Rica and this you know, this is a part of well being because if the planet's well being is not prioritized, and our well being is not going to be at the level that it can be we're neither of us are going to flourish because we're all connected.   And so again, if the water is not healthy in Costa Costa Rica or wherever you are, then you're not going to be healthy. And so Costa Rica has a real focus on sustainability and I'll be sharing more about that in another podcast. But reusing plastic was a huge priority for me. I did not want to bring in more plastic to this country that frankly doesn't want it, doesn't need it. But with all the tourism and development happening. The tourists are bringing in loads of plastic and the grocery store there. Some grocery stores are giving out plastic bags. So I brought my own bags just like I use in the US. And anything that I had to buy that had plastic I would reuse as basically Tupperware and just take that with me wherever I went.   For those of you that may or may not know, only 7% of plastics can actually be recycled. And so much of our plastic use is single use. So it really makes a difference for you to bring Tupperware to recycle, what containers you're using to bring cloth bags, to, you know, have cloth diapers if you can, because so much of this stuff is just going into our water, it's going into our soil, it's going to our air and again, not contributing to our well being or the planet's well being.   I ate and bought mostly fruits and vegetables from farmers markets as much as I could. And I shared a car with a friend, which we had only for two weeks. If I had to fly, which we only did once I flew with a local airline, Sansa, which has much smaller planes. So there was less fossil fuels. The last month of my trip, I was biking, I also walked as much as I could. And there you go. That was a way that I limited fossil fuels, and I limited plastic and I ate as much plant based as I possibly could. Because the more we eat whole foods, plant based diets, the more we mitigate climate change and fossil fuels.   21:32 Carley Hauck   So let's go into this next section, which is really about what did I learn from the culture of Costa Rica, and the people there around happiness and well being? Well, for those of you that have listened to the podcast for a while, you might remember me mentioning this, but one of the very first classes that I was invited to teach on at Stanford, which was almost 10 years ago was happiness. And I remember reporting at that time that Costa Rica had been noted as one of the happiest countries in the world. It seems kind of funny, to me, even now that I had a class called Happiness. Why do we even have to be taught how to be happy, right? Shouldn't that just come automatically?   But as we know, some of our values in the US and in other countries do not focus or prioritize happiness or well being, in fact, we're prioritizing economic development and growth, the GDP, which is not actually correlated with wellbeing, working more, making more money, actually means we have less time for happiness and well being. And since that is the opposite value, and the priority of Costa Rican government and culture, I think we could definitely learn a lot from them.   So these are some of the things that Costa Rica has done just in their government structuring that supports well being and happiness. And what I would say too about happiness is that when we think about happiness, it's an emotion. It's fleeting, we might feel really happy when we have a baby, or we get married, or we get that job promotion that we've been wanting for a really long time. But those things are not sustainable.   What I would say and this is what I offered to the students in my happiness class at Stanford was contentment is much more realistic. How can we orient and design our lives to be contented versus happy, where we don't have to have these huge surges of experience that create happiness, but rather, we're able to actually feel experience of contentment throughout the day, which is, I feel contented drinking a cup of herbal latte. I feel contented when I exercise in the morning, I feel contented when I look at a body of water. I feel contented when I'm able to talk to my parents every week, right? How are you orienting around contentment versus happiness?   So let's take some research backed evidence based practices from Costa Rica on how they have created a more happy culture that prioritizes well being. Well first, happy families are the building blocks of happy societies. And what we found in the research is that children in a two parent home or larger community are better off than not. So you know, people that stay together versus get divorced, the children are happier, as long as those are more healthy relationships, right?   Aging parents who live near their children live longer, and children are happier, too. So the family unit is really important to nurture. And this is something that Costa Rica has done right. And how do they do it? They develop local social daily rituals with friends and family, that could look like making a meal together, you know, talking to their neighbors, creating weekly activities, where they're being social, and they're nurturing those connections. A lot of folks might do this in the US as well, but they're doing it daily, they're doing it weekly. And that is creating more wellbeing.   It's also important to make friends with your neighbors, people are happiest. Typically, when they socialize with others for anywhere from two to six hours a day has been found in the research, that's going to vary depending on your level of introversion or extroversion. And I would say, Costa Ricans do that pretty regularly. They really emphasize building and sustaining and nurturing their social networks. And they do that, you know, weekly, where Sunday might be family day, or if they're, you know, if you're not close with your family and in physical proximity, how do you really create that with friends that feel like family.   Another thing that Costa Ricans do is they eat with their co-workers, they practice their faith. So that could look like meditation, it could be spiritual practice, they're eating at least six to eight servings of fruits and veggies. And research has shown continuously that this increases well being and longevity.   So one of the ways that you can do that is you go to the market, for the freshest produce more than once a week, walking and biking there is even better, which is what I was doing throughout the whole three months that I was living there. And as much as I can, when I'm in the States, I go to the local farmers markets. One of the joys of living in California is that there have always been so many incredible local farmer markets that I have been able to frequent during the week, but also on the weekend.   And then one of the tenants of well being and happiness is generosity, which is really knowing that you have enough that you can give enough. Costa Rica has been noted, especially in the Nicoya Peninsula, which is on the western side to be one of the Blue Zone areas. And the blue zone basically is a place where folks have been found by research to live 100 years or longer. And there are a couple different places that have been found throughout the world. And I'm not going to focus on all of that right now. But there will be another podcast around Blue Zones, and how to design more of your life, to orient towards some of the essential tips of Blue Zones and why those people are happier and why they're living longer.   One of the things that the government in Costa Rica has prioritized has really increased well being and that is investing in education and healthcare. And so that is a little bit different than the states or some other companies that again, are investing in economic development and GDP. But everyone in Costa Rica has access to socialized education and health care. And that allows people to really not go in debt, to learn what they want to learn. And they get to choose what they want to do professionally. And if they don't like something and they've tried it on, they're not in huge amounts of debt. And then they can't pivot to something different.   They also have really prioritized health care. So they provide free services of health care, every single person in Costa Rica gets an annual health visit. And what we know is that if we are focusing on treating mental health, physical health, we will actually be having so much more money because we're not having to spend so much money to treat it. And we all know that if we are able to intervene and focus on well being so we don't have these high amounts of heart disease and cancer, then everyone's going to be happier, and their well being will go up. This feels like a no brainer. So what I'm really saying is why don't we prioritize our well being, so that we are not then having to treat the symptoms of disease later on, which is pretty ubiquitous in the States.   And then lastly, some of the things that Costa Rica is really focused on instead of economic development is teaching life skills in schools. So for example, financial wellness, civics, and even teaching kids at a young age how to solve life's problems, and how to get along with others. What I have had the privilege and opportunity to really refine and develop through a lot of research, and over 10 years working with different companies and students at Stanford, and Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley, is identifying what are these skills that we really need to create these high trust, flourishing human centered organizations.   And I do believe that if we were starting to cultivate some of these early on, and not waiting till adulthood, we'd be in a very different situation at work, we'd have this foundation that we just need refreshers for. And so I am really excited to teach this to adults now, but then to have them start to share it with their kids, have it be offered in schools, and some of these things are already being offered now, which is great.   31:35 Carley Hauck   So as I wrap this solo podcast up, I wanted to give you some prompts for how can you design a more contented life, where you're focusing on your well being as the essential for 2023.   So let's start with financial wellness, because that is a compartment of well being. We have our psychological, we have our social, we have our physical, and we have our financial. So with the recession, top of mind for some folks, you know, and inflation rising, financial well being might be a little bit more on your radar than it has in the past.   So are you living within your means? Are you delaying gratification for what you need versus what you want? Are you really noticing what's coming in and what's going out? There's going to be another podcast episode that I will be releasing soon, that will help you focus on this. So stay tuned.   How are you prioritizing nourishing family or friend time this is focusing on our social well being? Are you orienting your life around spending time with loved ones? With yearly trips, vacations, family dinners? How are you doing that?   Now let's focus on physical well being- food as medicine? Are you eating five to seven fruits and veggies every day? Are you prioritizing a mostly whole foods plant based diet? Again, this has been shown by the research to increase people's level of well being and happiness by staggering amounts. It is also one of the easiest ways that we can mitigate climate change.   And then, psychological well being. Have you started a regular meditation practice? Are you incorporating different aspects to invest in faith or spiritual nourishment? Prioritizing 15 minutes a day is going to really support you in cultivating more gratitude, more self belonging, more empathy, it will, up level, so many different skills that you can bring to your relationships, to work, to your life.   So as part of psychological well being, I really think of it as taking time for reflection, for journaling, for spiritual practice, it could be meditation, it could be prayer, but it's really a time that you are focusing on your inner nourishment.   And a big part of what I write about and what this podcast is oriented towards is how are we increasing our skills to be conscious, inclusive leaders but also people and I have developed this framework called the inner game, which has come from over 10 years of working with lots of different leaders and companies and then doing research on these competencies. And what I've narrowed it down to is nine different leadership competencies and I call them leadership competencies because we all are leaders or leaders at home We're leaders in our communities, we're leaders at work.   And the nine are all things that some of us have. And some of us have greater levels of, and some of us are weaker and, and the inner game really impacts how we show up in the world. So it is really the core of who you are. And it is our internal operating system. And what I have found in the research is that folks with a stronger inner game have the ability to be with greater complexity, with more compassion, with more resilience, with more fortitude, more courage. And they are the folks that really are able to keep calm and lead well during crisis. And when there's just so much volatility, uncertainty, ambiguity, ambiguity, and that is where we are in the world right now. And I don't actually see the volatility, or the uncertainty or the complexity or ambiguity, being something that lessens over time, I actually just think it's going to increase and so we all have the opportunity, and the need, frankly, to really upgrade our inner game.   And so, what is the inner game? What are these nine leadership competencies? Self awareness, self management, empathy, resilience, psychological well being, physical well being humility, self belonging, and mindfulness. And in giving this inner game leadership assessment that I referenced at the beginning, which you're going to have a chance to actually take, I've never offered it to the public before. So this is very exciting. If you go to the show notes, you'll be able to take this free link, so that you can understand where you are falling.   You're going to have certain strengths in these nine, and there's going to be other areas where you need to focus but in surveying about 100 different leaders in the last year, the areas that I've seen on average, that are lower are the physical and psychological well being, which is why I really wanted to focus on supporting folks with greater well being in this podcast season, but also self belonging. And self belonging really refers to self love, self compassion, self forgiveness, self acceptance.   So again, if you want to learn where your inner game is, there will be a link in the show notes for you to take. And why this is so important is because the inner game really impacts the outer game. So the outer game is how we're showing up at work in life. And from my experience, leading conscious leadership programs, and one particularly with a big financial institution, last year was a six month conscious leadership program. And I surveyed the directors and senior directors, there were 50 of them before the program started. And after the program started, I had two assessments, the inner game leadership assessment, and then the collective trust and wellbeing assessment.   And what was really exciting to see is that every leader was invited to increase two to three leadership competencies of the nine I just told you about. And they succeeded in this, but they even because of their high achievers, 89% of the entire group of 50, increased four out of nine inner game leadership competencies. And as a result, that impacted and increased the psychological safety of the group, the relationship mastery, the social sensitivity, and the empathy. Those were the four qualities of the outer game, we could think of it as that impacted the group because of what each of these leaders was focusing on the inside individually.   So again, whatever we're working on individually is going to have an impact on the outside, in our social networks, and our relationships. And that's why it's so exciting and so important. So that's a way that I can support you to increase your psychological well being.   And if you want to get started on my meditation, I have 15 Free Inner Game Meditations on the resources page of my website carleyhauck.com. So as you think about answering some of these questions, and I'd love for you to go back and write some answers and spend a little time reflecting on this, to really dial in the essentials of your well being for 2023. What are some cues that you can put in place to support this new way of being? Who can support you to be accountable for these new ways of being?   And so you heard about some of the refinements that I made in these last three months in Costa Rica. And what is now the challenge for me is really making sure that they become habits in the US. And so I have definitely been practicing them in the last couple of days since I got back. And I plan to continue. And what I have learned from supporting lots of folks, organizationally, but also individually and with teams is that it takes on average, about 10 weeks to create a habit, it's not 30 days, it's not 40 days, the research is pretty clear, 10 weeks, so let's just round that up to three months. And because I got a head start practicing a lot of these things for the last three months in Costa Rica, I feel like some of them are already actually habits. And now I just have to continue them. But I want to set that expectation, so that you can really commit to three months, and then just keep watering that seed and it will become a real habit in your life.   41:16 Carley Hauck   So I hope that this was helpful for you. I have a lot of really incredible podcast guests for this season as we really focus on the essentials of wellbeing. And I feel like this is the top priority that I am seeing in the leaders and the organizations that I support. Psychological, physical well being is something that there's definitely been a gap in and it's impacting everything in our life, our relationships, our focus, our energy, our excitement for work for our life.   And so I would really love to support you to focus on what is essential to my well being- what do I need to thrive right now? What do I need to thrive today? What do I need to thrive in the next three months, six months in the next year, and just break it down one step at a time.   So I would love for you to join me in the rest of the podcast episodes. I will also be doing some more solo podcasts because there was so much that I learned in Costa Rica that I want to share with you. And so those will be sprinkled through.   And before I sign off, I am going to make a bold ask. Some of you might have listened to my last podcast episode at the end of 2022. And I mentioned that I am pivoting from leading, leading from wholeness by myself, but really partnering in a deeper way to support greater impact with the gifts and the skills that I have. And this has been something that I have actually been very concentrated on since 2020. But as you know, it's been a really crazy job market. And I am so excited and ready to step into an internal senior people leader role with an amazing team. So that I can influence the greatest good at work and I, I feel like I have so much value to bring. I wrote my book for this time, I really feel confident in what the future of work needs, and I'm ready to serve.   So if you are a senior people leader, and you would like support in your talent, leadership development, organizational development, and building this new culture where everyone can thrive, I am your person, please reach out my email is carley@carleyhauck.com. You can find me on LinkedIn. Or if you're listening to this and you know of someone that's hiring for that internal role, please reach out to me and let me know or send me an intro. I would so love to support that I am having some incredible conversations with folks around this role.   But you know, it's all about your network. And there might be opportunities that I am not even aware of. And so I would, I would just so appreciate your support, and helping me to step into this next professional path. And if you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends, family or colleagues. We are all in this together and sharing is caring. And if you go to my link www.leadfromlight.net, the link will also be in the show notes, you will receive a free gift on how to create a high trust culture and you will be alerted to all new podcasts. I only send to a month so I'm not going to be bombarding your inbox. And thank you so much for listening, for your attention and until we meet again be the light and shine the light.

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This episode of BCEN and Friends lets you meet our friend Brett Dodd. Brett Dodd is the Associate Director for the Women's Guild Simulation Center for Advance Learning at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. He spent 6 years in the pre-hospital environment working as a paramedic and has been a Registered Nurse for over 20 years.  He has an associate degree in Emergency Medical Technology, master's degree in nursing, and recently completed his MBA.  His background is emergency and flight medicine, disaster management, trauma, critical care, education, and simulation. In his current role, he coordinates, develops, and uses simulation to create highly immersive multidisciplinary educational programs. Brett is an instructor and course director for many programs including TNCC, ENPC, ATCN, DMEP and PHTLS.  On his off time, he spends weekends enjoying the outdoors in the Eastern Sierras snowboarding, mountain biking, and hiking. Come along as Michael Dexter and Mark Eggers talk with Brett about his career journey – Past, Present, and even what he sees for the future. This episode is called, Simulation in Education Programs Brett Dodd can be reached on LinkedIn

Dr. Michael Stone is a board-certified family physician, practicing integrative and functional medicine. He is the co-founder and medical director of Ashland Comprehensive Family Medicine, a full multiple clinician collaborative care clinic in Oregon, which he runs with his wife Dr. Leslie Stone, and their daughter Emily Rydbom. He is a leader in the functional medicine field, specifically in the areas of developmental programming of health and disease, improving chronic disease, and encouraging lasting health and well-being.   He has been an adjunct faculty at UCLA and the University of Washington for primary care students in the Doctoring and RUOP programs. He is a faculty at the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) and was chosen as their Linus Pauling award recipient in 2019.  His career has offered him medical experiences and allowed him to practice in places like Thailand, Alaska, the Eastern Sierras, Idaho, and Oregon.  He is a writer, researcher, functional medicine educator, and mentor of undergraduate, resident, and practicing clinicians. A focus of his work is on the ABCD of functional nutrition evaluation in clinical practice, helping physicians, clinicians, and clients alike see more connections to  improve health.   Topics discussed in this episode: Michael's inspiration to go into medicine  The importance of empathy and humility, being an active listener and meeting people where they are What moved him and his wife to focus on nutrition and functional medicine Detecting patterns and getting to the root cause of medical problems The benefits of a patient focused approach in medicine What Michael would like to change and continue to impact in the world of medicine and nutrition Similarities in Yael's and Michael's journey The power of genetics and accessible genetic testing, using biomarkers and health history to improve a patient's health and well being

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, rock climber, ultra trail runner, peak bagger, and mountaineer Cisko (@hikerfighter / @behindthesherpa), join me on the show. We chat about the backstory behind his mysterious face mask, how an unnamed peak in San Bernardino sparked his outdoor journey, his top 3 mountains in California, tips and advice for long day hikes and peak baggers, honoring life and death in the San Gabriel mountains and Eastern Sierras, climbing for Nemo, hiking to fight depression, his ultimate trail angel, mental health and the outdoors, mountaineering Mount Baldy, and the one outdoor experience he would relive all over again. Cisko is an epic outdoor adventurer in the SoCal community that always pushes himself to greater heights while guiding others to the top. Elevation is truly his recreation. Follow Hiker Fighter & Behind the Sherpa on https://www.instagram.com/hikerfighter/ and https://www.instagram.com/behindthesherpa/ Watch the Youtube episode version on https://youtu.be/aMRwP-cqmEw Support Just Trek on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/justtrek Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop View photos from the discussed hikes on https://www.justtrek.net/explore Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek Like the show? Leave a 5 star rating and review follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justtrek/message

Cryptic desert fishes...they're so cool! Katrina and Guy chat with two guests about a type of dace with a unique population found in the Eastern Sierras. You can't catch this fish, but you can appreciate the importance of isolated populations and be in awe of the long game geology plays in fish distribution. 

In this episode we talk with Brenda Beza, host of the podcast Your Healing Nature, and we hear her excellent interview with John Tateishi, former National Executive Director of the Japanese American Citizens League and author of the book Redress: The Inside Story of the Successful Campaign for Japanese American Reparations. At two and a half years old, John was among the 120,000 Japanese Americans who, at the outbreak of WWII, were forced from their homes in the western states and imprisoned in America's concentration camps. With his family, he was sent to the so-called Manzanar Relocation Center in the Eastern Sierras, one of ten American concentration camps in which Japanese Americans spent the war as civilian prisoners of their own government without ever having been charged with any crimes. In this episode, we discuss John's root story, spending his formative childhood years as a prisoner at Manzanar, how traditional Japanese cultural values impacted the healing of the Japanese American community, his role in leading the fight for Japanese American reparations and so much more. More from Plug Tone Audio at https://www.plugtoneaudio.com/ You can find the song Kenji from Fort Minor at https://open.spotify.com/album/5v4Vx9loqMQCS3J7OmP9pa?highlight=spotify:track:6H503HrJOogVycvQkq2SuG Learn more about Brenda Beza and Your Healing Nature at https://www.plugtoneaudio.com/your-healing-nature You can learn more about John Tateishi here: https://www.johntateishi.com/  You can purchase Redress here through Heyday Books: https://www.heydaybooks.com/catalog/redress-the-inside-story-of-the-successful-campaign-for-japanese-american-reparations/  Manzanar National Historic Site: https://www.nps.gov/manz/index.htm  About the Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians (National Archives) https://www.archives.gov/research/japanese-americans/hearings  President Reagan's Apology: Signing of HR 442 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcaQRhcBXKY  Letter of Apology from President George W. Bush https://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/active_learning/explorations/japanese_internment/bush.cfm  Milagros Phillips, Cracking the Healer's Code https://www.milagrosphillips.com/healerscode    

Phil & Jake are joined by friend-of-the-pod Micah to rank the reality TV show Hoarders, the craft beer style known as IPA, and the activity of backpacking on the List of Every Damn Thing.If you have something to add to the list, email it to list@everydamnthing.net (or get at us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook).SHOW NOTES: The Collyer Brothers were famous hoarders who died in the 1940s. There was a musical made about their lives. Aida is a Verdi opera, first performed in Cairo in 1871. Of course Phil pronounced it wrong. What did you expect?! During the episode Jake drinks a Picnic Lightning by Brouwerij West. It's a top-notch Hazy IPA. Shop ‘n' Wash was a laundromat & convenience store in Ukiah, CA. It's name is pure description, zero wordplay. Phil feels that laundromats should have some wordplay in their names eg "Get the Funk Out"  "Escamoles" or "Mexican caviar" are ant eggs eaten as food by adventurous eaters like Micah. Phil referred to Shackleton's Endurance as Sir Edmund Hillary going to the North Pole in the Perseverance. The wreck of Endurance was just discovered in March of 2022! "The Ride" by David Allan Coe is a 1983 country song about an encounter with the ghost of Hank Williams while hitchhiking from Montgomery, AL to Nashville, TN. Phil mentions Plagues and Pleasures on The Salton Sea, a documentary about the area. It's a very strange place both culturally and geologically. ALSO DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:The Lost Coast * hoarding * transphobia * exploitation * A&E * public humiliation * The Last Starfighter * McRib * Steven Seagal * crushed ice * Gary Busey * hot sauce * puns * beer & wings * mini-trucks * Fritch's mustache * cold brew shandy * sriracha * Mendocino County * nature * cats * dogs * Britney Spears * Hank Williams * camping * the Eastern Sierras * feeding cats like babies * pickles * The Lone Ranger radio show * CherBelow are the Top Ten and Bottom Top items on List of Every Damn Thing as of this episode (for the complete up-to-date list, go here).TOP TEN: Dolly Parton - person interspecies animal friends - idea sex - idea bicycles - tool coffee - beverage Clement Street in San Francisco - location Prince - person It's-It - food Doctor Doom - fictional character Cher - person BOTTOM TEN:274. Hank Williams, Jr - person275. British Royal Family - institution276. Steven Seagal - person277. McRib - food278. Hoarders - TV show279. death - idea280. war - idea281. cigarettes - drug282. QAnon - idea283. transphobia - ideaTheme song by Jade Puget. Graphic design by Jason Mann. This episode was produced & edited by Jake MacLachlan, with audio help from Luke Janela. Show notes by Jake MacLachlan & Phil Green.Our website is everydamnthing.net and we're also on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.Email us at list@everydamnthing.net. 

In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Anthony Jenca from Arizona.  Anthony began fly fishing to help connect with nature and pursue the love of fishing he gained as a youth.  He immediately fell in love with the sport and exploring the mountains of Arizona for trout with his friends.  We discuss fly fishing in Arizona, backpacking the Eastern Sierras, and Anthony shares some memorable stories of catching some very special fish.If you want to follow along on Anthony's adventures find him on Instagram at:@intothewildwegoIf you want more information on some of the topics we discussed try reading these blog posts from Wadeoutthere:For more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at:https://wadeoutthere.com/

On this episode I have LA based trekker, doctor of physical therapy, outdoor adventurer, and ultra peak bagger, Becca Dugan, join me on the show. We chat about how an international backpacking trip inspired her outdoor journey, completing the Fool's Traverse 11 Peak endurance challenge, climbing Middle Palisades in the Eastern Sierras, tips & advice for long day hikes and aspiring peak baggers, her sketchy adventure of sliding down a mountain, how summiting major peaks has impacted her life, and the one outdoor experience she would relive all over again. Becca has greatly inspired me through her peak bagging journey and is representing for the lady trekkers out there! She has accomplished many extremely, challenging routes in a relatively short period of time. Elevation truly is her recreation. Follow Becca Duggan on https://www.instagram.com/becs.hikes/ Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop View photos from the discussed hikes on https://www.justtrek.net/explore Listen to more podcast episodes on https://www.justtrek.net Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek Like the show? Leave a 5 star rating and review follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Consider supporting the podcast by donating on anchor.fm/justtrek/support or on Venmo @justroc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justtrek/message

I'm excited to introduce this week's guest, Doris Lance—a wildflower photographer who engages in nature bathing for the five senses. We had a fantastic chat about different ways to connect with nature, including slowing down and really paying attention to all the little details.   About Doris International hiker and wildflower photographer, Doris Lance's love and respect for the natural environment has resulted in logging thousands of miles, trekking below sea level in Death Valley, to over 11,000 feet in Patagonia, Chile to capture flowering treasures. The numerous discoveries of flowering plants in the varied ecosystems appear in her recently released book, Botanical Reflections. Readers have the opportunity to venture with her and record their day in words and pictures reading an inspiring quote, answering a pensive question, and completing a botanical illustration. She is currently an Emeritus instructor for Cuesta College and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education from Western Carolina University and has specialized studies from Vanderbilt University and University of California San Diego.   Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn   Listen To This Episode        What You'll Learn What is nature bathing for the five senses What we can learn from nature bathing Why you don't need to have huge adventures How to get started with nature bathing How to get started with nature photography   Things We Discussed Botanical Reflections: Capture Your Days in Words and Pictures Green Lake in the Eastern Sierras  Havasupai Canyon  “Inch by inch, life's a cinch. Yard by yard, life's hard.” — John Bytheway Flowers in the Wild Journal (coming soon) Torres del Paine National Park  Mammoth, California  Lake Tahoe  Death Valley  Tours by Locals Desert Five Spot  Coastal Jay   Related Episodes 413 Holly Worton ~ The Benefits of Getting Outdoors + How to Get More from Your Adventures 410 Holly Worton ~ Adding a New Layer to Your Outdoor Adventures (now with downloadable transcript!) 408 Holly Worton ~ Start Where You Are (now with downloadable transcript!) 407 Keith Foskett ~ Through Hiking Long-Distance Trails in the USA and Spain (now with downloadable transcript!) 406 Yvette Webster ~ How Outdoor Adventures Can Help with Mental Health (now with downloadable transcript!)   Connect With Holly Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn   How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher   Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk. You'll recognize yourself in these true-life stories of adversity, challenge, fear, discovery, adventure, expression, and more from women who are walking their lives while their lives walk them and the lasting difference their journeys have made. I'm your host, Diane Wyzga.  Welcome back to Part 2 of the podcast interview with my guest, Tania Marien, the founder of Talaterra, the host of the Talaterra podcast, and director of EE Forward, who joined us from Riverside, California. I asked Tania about an upcoming global event taking place virtually and in-person in Palm Springs, California: the National Association for Interpretation Conference from November 30th to December 4th, 2021. The theme "The Shifting Sands of Interpretation," addresses the many changes happening in the profession, the world at large, how interpreters are navigating the shifting sands, and what the future holds on the other side. Let's hear what Tania has to say about this important international environmental conference, her topic and why it is the opportunity of a lifetime for you to attend virtually or in person, plus much more on all things changing  environmental education futuresMinutes: 30:3000 to 1:38     Intro  1:38 to 5:25     National Association for Interpretation International Conference 2021Tania will be presenting at the National Association for Interpretation (NAI) Conference in Palm Springs, California being held from November 30th to December 4th, 2021. The theme is: "Shifting Sands of Interpretation." Would you tell us more about this conference and what you will be presenting.This conference is about all the changes that are being observed in the fieldTania's conversation will be about working independently in community: her work, what she learned from her inaugural EE Summit, where Talaterra's projects are going, etc.Who should consider attending?It's intended to be a hybrid event; 2 packages availableCheck the NAI website for details and what you getNAI Conferences are really *fantastic*!Looking forward to thisSo much energy, such good storytellers, grounded and down-to-earth people with big hearts, lots of knowledge from Cultural Heritage and other sites all over the world!You definitely leave on a genuine NAI high!What might be some important take-ways Tania recalls from NAI experiences in the past?  NAI Conferences are humbling meeting so many people from around the world and dropping in to the profound work they are doing  Broadens your perspectiveBecome mindful and thoughtful about the Big Picture on what's happening globallyEnergizing because there is so much to learn, so many good ideas!Lots of wonderful things you can bring back to your community5:25 to 11:00     Partners Resource Network Directory and downloadable pdfHost comments on the number of projects Tania is juggling - there is no dearth of wonderful opportunities with all she is creating! I understand that you have a vision to establish and build up Partners Resource Network Directory which should be launched on or about September 10th just as this program airs. Would you be able to reveal what we can expect and who this resource is for?This resource is for Environmental Educators (EE) working independently to support seamless connections between themTo bring to light in a very public and visible way how to access working opportunities with the overall goal to continue supporting EEs working independently on a global basisEEs can change hearts and minds whether in person or on ZoomThe Network Directory is intended to make those types of connections on a global basisWe are 1 planet and the gift in the grief is seeing how intimately connected and woven together each of us; this Network Directory will help us connect, collaborate and co-operateTalaterra objective: elevate the field of freelance Environmental Education to continue to change hearts and minds, change experiences, encourage conversationThis is a project Tania feels in her heart! It's a true calling; I want to connect you with him and her, sharing and supporting.The Master Connector, Networker, Facilitator has come into her purpose!11:00 to 15:00     3 Tips for Becoming an Environmental Educator (EE)Host's observation: this work Tania feels is an experiential opportunity which is driving her forward. Question: What 3 tips might you offer to someone interested in stepping into the role of freelance environmental educator?First: Share your ideas, share your thoughtsSpeak out loud what you're thinkingBy not speaking out loud prevents you from making the change you want to make  People need to know what you're thinking so they can support/assistSeconds: Stop hiding! By not speaking out loud you are hiding behind [fill in the blank] and will end up standing in your own wayThird: “Act as if”, speak out loud, stop hiding and take on the posture you need to take.Act it out. This confidence and posture will flow over into all aspects of your lifeObserve how all the ways in which you show up and support bringing your intention to life  Ask: Does this step you are taking align with your intentionHost could not have asked for a better gift in this 3-part answer. Life coaching and environmental education.15:00 to 20:18      Story Center Earth Story Screening (24th September 2021 5 PM PDT)In the time we have here I have 3 topics: upcoming Story Center Earth Story Screening  (free & open to the public. Would you tell us more about this upcoming event and how our listeners might access it ( Q&A Panel + earth stories/interviews, social justice, diversity, equity inclusion, and more)Earth Story Workshop was pilot workshop: broadly about people's experiences with natural world, outdoorsSome environmental justice, some familial, and more  The first screening that reveals all the video short stories is scheduled for Friday September 24th, 2021 at 5 PM PDTA free interactive screening of video short stories - work from the Earth Stories Project Tania had opportunity to speak with facilitators and designers of eventIf you attend the screening you will hear back story and get to meet film makers, as well as hear Tania tell her storyTania's story is about her experience with silence in Eastern Sierras on a 200 miles bike rideQuestion: What do you hope will come about because your story (and the others') is out in the world as a result of this Earth Stories event?Greater understandingRealizing we are not differentHearing tolerancePatienceReal communicationRealizing each of us has our own story with the outdoorsA prior podcast question:  What is your earliest memory of enjoying nature?Everyone has a story related to experience with Nature, outdoors,....Much rooted in childhoodEveryone has a story to tell and shareSharing stories is definitely encouraged by this event - there will be inspiration!20:18 to 24:20     Collaborative Book Chapter on Climate SolutionsSpeaking of opportunities I understand that you were asked to collaborate on a book chapter about climate solutions. What do you anticipate this chapter is going to be about and the experience of collaborating with other professionals on a topic as broad as climate solutions?The book is about storytelling to address climate solutions as well as a book about all forms of storytelling for a diverse audienceEntertainment education, climate, visual science communication, and moreTania is working with really smart professionals on visual science communicationThe group was all over the map in the beginning sorting out what goes in and stays left out of the chapterEach meeting clarifies, focusesIs definitely rewarding because learning to think about science communication, science illustration, through other eyes and experiencesTania is thrilled to have been invited to participate: another Environmental Educator working independentlyHost observes that this interview has woven broad themes of connection, inclusion, opportunity, positivity are heard here which braids Nature with what Tania is about as EE advocate and Earth. Tania offers a very hopeful message    24:20 to 30:30      LegacyAs we sit here today what would you like to see happen in the world as a result of your work?   NOTE: please wait out the long-ish pause while Tania considers her responseTania would like to see less tension between people who want to manage and care for natural resources, who want to talk about the Planet as home for all and others who don't see things that wayBy bringing attention to EE individuals working through their communities, with families, children, teachers, businesses, municipalities people see we can do without tensionThis is not Us versus Them initiativeTania would also like to see independent EE professionals be respected for knowledge, expertise and appropriately acknowledged with reasonable compensation  Host observes that once again there are themes of advocacy and connectionBefore I say thank you to Tania I want to mention that all social media links and connections to stay in touch with Tania Marien will be posted in the Episode Notes. Make sure you drop by her website, subscribe to the newsletter and the podcast (Episode #100 will be aired on New Year's Eve!), and join the co-partnering opportunities to connect with other Environmental Education professionals working independently.  Thank you very much, Tania, for walking with us and sharing your story of how a young high school student who didn't even like plants was inspired by a teacher to become dedicated to bringing attention to the contributions that freelance Environmental Education professionals make to lifelong learning in communities.Thank you, Diane. Thank you so much for having me on the show.It's been a delight and when we stop recording we can go back to laughing again.  Here we are, at the end of the road but not the journey. Thank you for listening to Part 2 of this episode of Stories From Women Who Walk with your host Diane Wyzga and my  guest Tania Marien, the founder of Talaterra, the host of the Talaterra podcast, and director of EE Forward. We hope you are informed, inspired and illuminated by our conversation about all things environmental.  You're also invited to check out over 420 episodes of this podcast Stories From Women Who Walk found on Simplecast, your favorite podcast platform, including Android, and my website, Quarter Moon Story Arts. This is the place to thrive together. Come for the stories - stay for the magic. Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, follow, share a nice shout out on your social media or podcast channel of choice, and join us next time! You will have wonderful company as we walk our lives together.Production Team: Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Entering Erdenheim from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicSound Editing: Dawin Carlisle & First Class ReelsAll content and image © 2019 - Present: for credit and attribution Quarter Moon Story ArtsABOUT Tania Marien:Tania Marien is an independent environmental education professional and founder of Talaterra, which brings attention to the contributions that freelance environmental education professionals make to lifelong learning in communities. She is also the host of the Talaterra podcast and director of EE Forward, a professional development and partnership-building initiative for independent environmental education professionals.How to Follow and Stay in Touch With Tania Marien:Talaterra:  https://talaterra.comSubscribe to The Trail newsletter: https://talaterra.com/aboutTalaterra Podcast:  https://talaterra.com/podcastVideo: Interpreting the Interpreters: The Story of a Podcast: https://talaterra.com/blog/2021/7/26/talaterras-story?ss_source=sscampaigns&ss_campaign_id=60ff1c6cb36c5f39e2cfb470&ss_email_id=60ff26acf7da6f2a527ed32b&ss_campaign_name=Talaterra%E2%80%99s+story+subject+of+new+video&ss_campaign_sent_date=2021-07-26T21%3A19%3A03ZTwitter: https://twitter.com/talaterraLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taniamarienSeptember/October 2019 issue of Legacy, the magazine of the National Association for Interpretation: https://talaterra.com/blog/talaterra-legacy-magazine-2019  Kiss the Ground film trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3-V1j-zMZwStory Center Earth Stories: https://www.storycenter.org/public-workshops/earthstoriesonlinescreening  

Come drink with us under the trees in Mammoth!  Brian and I travel to Mammoth Lakes for the 25th Annual Bluesapalooza where great beer, food and music meet the Eastern Sierras!  What a great day meeting incredible brewers and sampling beer from all over California.  On this latest edition of the Podcast, Brian and I chat with Victor Lester, Head Brewer at Mammoth Brewing Company, Steven Hicks, Head Brewer at Station Craft Brewery in Dana Point, and Robert Jon from Robert Jon and the Wreck who played both Saturday and Sunday!Cheers to great beer, great music and great friends!

Frank Serrano's paintings have a sense of atmospheric depth that seem to extend far beyond the two dimensional surface of a canvas. As you look at one of his Western landscape paintings, it's as if you can feel the summer heat enveloping California's Owens Valley. You feel a breeze gently tugging at your soul as you gaze in awe upon the purple glow of the fading light of the setting sun cast upon the immense Eastern Sierras. This is Edgar Payne country.  Inspired by Payne as well as artists Sam Hyde Harris, Frank Tenney Johnson, Maynard Dixon and others, Frank's paintings reflect his own developed style filled with incredible passion that beautifully capture the dramatic atmosphere and stunning light that infuses the vast landscape of the West. Frank says that painting on location enriches his life. His paintings do not exist as mere pictures. They are like a cinematic film that stirs your heart with a deep emotional response to the story that unfolds before you of the epic Western landscape and the people who inhabit its vast spaces.  Years of outdoor painting has honed Frank's sensitivity to the landscape. Frank Serrano's keen sense of observation and heartfelt emotional response to the Western landscape enable him to paint not only the scene before him, but also The Air Between Things. Links: Frank Serrano Website: https://www.serranofineart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serranoartist/ Books Plein Air Painting in Oil, by Frank Serrano: https://amzn.to/36Agt6M (paid link) Starting Out In Oil Painting, by Robert Moore: https://amzn.to/3em8Epo  (paid link) Fill Your Oil Paintings with Light & Color, by Kevin Macpherson: https://amzn.to/36HYCe0 (paid link) About the Artful Painter: Website: https://theartfulpainter.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CarlOlsonArt This page may contain affiliate links from which I earn a small commission. When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, experience creator, adventurer, protector, and founder of the non profit org We Explore Earth, William Vazquez, join me on the show. We talk about his strong affinity for protecting Mother Nature, the backstory of creating We Explore Earth, top 3 nature based adventures, tips and advice for taking care of Earth, tips for long day hikes and newbie hikers, Conquering Mount Williamson (Mt Whitney's evil twin brother), Exploring the Eastern Sierras, our Sandstone Peak collaboration hike, how nature helps heal depression, working with Steve Aoki and Jimmy Kimmel, and the one outdoor experience he would re-live all over again. Will's deep passion for protecting Mother Nature, exploring the Great Outdoors, and bringing people together is an inspiration to the SoCal outdoor community and beyond. Follow We Explore Earth on https://www.instagram.com/weexploreearth/ Shop Just Trek merch on https://www.justtrek.net/shop View photos from the discussed hikes on https://www.justtrek.net/ Want to send me a message? Email me at justtrekofficial@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @just.trek Like the show? Leave a 5 star rating and review on https://ratethispodcast.com/justtrek and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Consider supporting the podcast by donating on anchor.fm/justtrek/support or on Venmo @justroc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justtrek/message

Mike is off to climb Mount Whitney in the Eastern Sierras, but before he set's off, he discusses his training program, fueling strategies, and gear load with Corey. If you have ever wanted to hike Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48, this episode will get you ready to perform like a Himalayan Sherpa and have your gear dialed like a special operator.

Mike and Corey Head into the Eastern Sierras high country for some new Mountain Wellness imagery and production work.  Show Notes:Go Pro Mountain GamesElixerFat Fuel

This is part two of our two-part series where we'll continue our conversation about plumbing resiliency and drought prevention with Cynthia Campbell, water resources management advisor for the City of Phoenix; Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power; and Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority.If you missed part one, we suggest you go back and listen to that episode before continuing here.Cynthia Campbell, water resources management adviser for the city of Phoenix, manages the city's water portfolio and advises the city manager and Water Services Department on policy issues relating to long-range water planning and strategy.She's the city's liaison with the state of Arizona Central Arizona Project, Salt River Project, and other organizations on water resource issues. Prior to accepting the role of water resources management adviser, Cynthia served the city of Phoenix as assistant city attorney for five years. She also spent five years as a compliance manager of the Water Quality Division of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and three years as assistant attorney general at the Arizona Attorney General's Office. She's a graduate of Northwestern University School of Law, and has a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.To learn more about Phoenix Water, visit www.phoenix.gov/water.Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, is a licensed professional civil engineer in California, and his current responsibilities include management and development of water conservation programs; monitoring and evaluating regulatory and legislative issues; pursuing external funding and support for programs participating in statewide and nationwide organizations to leverage opportunities; and coordinating with many regional partners for water sustainability in Los Angeles.Terrence spent a portion of his career doing capital project management on everything from sludge digesters at wastewater treatment plants to baggage handling systems at airports before moving to LA DWP Water Resources Division, where he has managed things like a climate change study on the Eastern Sierras and a water conservation potential study to assess the remaining water savings potentials moving into the future in Los Angeles.To learn more about the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, visit www.ladwp.com.Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, began his career "in the trenches" in 1980 as a landscape maintenance and irrigation technician working his way through college. Armed with a bachelor's degree in agriculture and a master's degree in business, he served eight years as an assistant professor for New Mexico State University, where he specialized in urban horticulture and promoted water-efficient landscape and efficient irrigation techniques.In 1995, Doug developed and managed a variety of water efficiency programs for the city of Albuquerque, including landscape conversion rebates, water waste enforcement, residential retrofit audits, appliance and fixture rebates, and landscape industry education. Since 2000, Doug has been conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, managing one of the nation's leading conservation incentive programs and coordinating regional water efficiency efforts for the Las Vegas, Nevada, area.To learn more about the Southern Nevada Water Authority, visit www.snwa.com.

This is part one of a two-part series where we'll be speaking about plumbing resiliency, and drought prevention with Cynthia Campbell, water resources management adviser for the city of Phoenix; Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power; and finally Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority. This week, we're going to focus on the concept of drought prevention and drought preparation.Cynthia Campbell, water resources management adviser for the city of Phoenix, manages the city's water portfolio and advises the city manager and Water Services Department on policy issues relating to long-range water planning and strategy.She's the city's liaison with the state of Arizona Central Arizona Project, Salt River Project, and other organizations on water resource issues. Prior to accepting the role of water resources management adviser, Cynthia served the city of Phoenix as assistant city attorney for five years. She also spent five years as a compliance manager of the Water Quality Division of the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and three years as assistant attorney general at the Arizona Attorney General's Office. She's a graduate of Northwestern University School of Law, and has a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.To learn more about Phoenix Water, visit www.phoenix.gov/water.Terrence McCarthy, water resources policy manager for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, is a licensed professional civil engineer in California, and his current responsibilities include management and development of water conservation programs; monitoring and evaluating regulatory and legislative issues; pursuing external funding and support for programs participating in statewide and nationwide organizations to leverage opportunities; and coordinating with many regional partners for water sustainability in Los Angeles.Terrence spent a portion of his career doing capital project management on everything from sludge digesters at wastewater treatment plants to baggage handling systems at airports before moving to LA DWP Water Resources Division, where he has managed things like a climate change study on the Eastern Sierras and a water conservation potential study to assess the remaining water savings potentials moving into the future in Los Angeles.To learn more about the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, visit www.ladwp.com.Doug Bennett, conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, began his career "in the trenches" in 1980 as a landscape maintenance and irrigation technician working his way through college. Armed with a bachelor's degree in agriculture and a master's degree in business, he served eight years as an assistant professor for New Mexico State University, where he specialized in urban horticulture and promoted water-efficient landscape and efficient irrigation techniques.In 1995, Doug developed and managed a variety of water efficiency programs for the city of Albuquerque, including landscape conversion rebates, water waste enforcement, residential retrofit audits, appliance and fixture rebates, and landscape industry education. Since 2000, Doug has been conservation manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority, managing one of the nation's leading conservation incentive programs and coordinating regional water efficiency efforts for the Las Vegas, Nevada, area.To learn more about the Southern Nevada Water Authority, visit www.snwa.com.To learn more about “The Authority Podcast” and to subscribe on your podcast app of choice, visit www.iapmo.org/theauthoritypodcast

Award winning outdoor writer Gary Graham took us on a short tour of the Baja Peninsula Captain Chuck Taft from Sea Adventure Sportsfishing out of H&M Landing updated us on the local offshore fishing conditions. Rob Tressler local recreational saltwater Angler had been out every weekend for the past six weeks. Rob gave us his impressions on what we should know to get ready to catch big fish Jim Reed from Ken’s Sporting Goods out of Bridgeport California will recapped this weekend’s happenings in the Eastern Sierras.

Meet Jeremy McGhee.  Years ago, after a near-fatal car crash took away the use of his legs, Jeremy became the first paraplegic in 2012 to climb and descend Bloody Couloir, a major backcountry ski route in the Eastern Sierras, all with only the use of his arms. Today, he's an active and vocal advocate committed to pioneering trails for adaptive mountain bike riders and disabled athletes with his own YouTube series, called the UNPavement, which documents all his adventures. Jeremy set down with Nat Ross, Bentonville resident and Mountain Bike Hall of Famer, to talk about his recent adventure in Bentonville, Arkansas, the Mountain Biking Capital of the World. 

Reposting one of our most popular episodes ever with adventure photographer Dalton Johnson! Dalton Johnson went to college to become a doctor and ended up as a vanlife dwelling adventure photographer!  Spending 200+ nights a year sleeping under the stars, he might just be the poster child for living life beyond 9 to 5!  Working with some of the biggest brands in the outdoor industry, his camera has taken him from remote peaks in the Eastern Sierras to 15-foot swells photographing surfers in the Pacific. It’s more than just photography and adventure for Dalton, his ultimate goal is to rewrite the American Dream by “inspiring others to design their lifestyles through rigorous introspection to consciously consume experiences instead of things.” In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney and Nick sit down with Dalton to talk about how Conrad Anker’s advice changed his life, finding community while always on the go, turning a passion into a paycheck, Dalton’s favorite places to road trip, and how we can always design a life we want!  Link in bio for ways to listen! Dalton: www.daltonjohnsonmedia.com https://www.instagram.com/daltonjohnsonmedia/ Check out who's hiring: https://www.occupationwild.com/all-jobs Get $50 off your first Outdoorsy rental with the code: occupationwild https://www.outdoorsy.com/rv-search?discount_code=occupationwild&hotid=102af1e316ada22b760f55725f9bb9&offer_id=3&cam=751&subcam=1251&aff_sub=podcast&utm_source=Occupation+Wild&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=hasoffers

Rachele Jaegers is the Founder and CEO of VFit Studio, a fresh approach to online, group fitness. She is passionate about functional fitness training and teaching people how to use their bodies in the safest way possible. At VFit Studio, Rachele has pioneered and trailblazed a virtual gym format that weaves together effective live workouts, a positive community, and accessibility to help people from all walks of life reach their fullest potential. A Bay Area Native, Rachele moved with her husband to the Eastern Sierras to enjoy a more active life in the great outdoors. She is the mother of 3 and has received certifications through NAFC in Personal Training, Group Fitness, and Nutrition Coaching, as well as a certification in Level 2 will Power Method. Rachele lives her life by her favorite quote, "Exercise Because You Love Yourself, Not Because You Hate Yourself." 5 years before the pandemic hit, Rachele has been offering workout classes on Zoom. Many now call her the creator of the Quarantine Workout. Before we discuss VFit Studio, let's discuss your personal journey into health. Where and when did your interest in fitness and health begin? I would say I'm like many; I grew up very active in playing sports. I like the structure of being part of a team. I was very competitive with tennis and track. I went on to college, where I became a little bit more sedentary, and when you don't have sports in your life, you lose some of that structure and accountability. I was active. I called myself a weekend warrior. I would go on hikes, walk and do a lot of fun stuff around the campus but fast forward into adulthood. When I went on to my career, I found myself starting to sit at a desk 8, 9 hours a day and get out on the weekends or on a lunch break here and there, but I just wasn't feeling healthy, I wasn't feeling the peak of fitness, and when I really got into fitness it was after we moved to the eastern Sierras. As you mentioned earlier, my husband and I were trying to build a family and it wasn't happening, it was really, really a tough time for me emotionally and physically, trying to get pregnant, and I started to actually hate my body and just dislike it, talk very negatively and one day I had a friend from work say to me, you know what, let's go join a gym. It will help us feel healthy and empowered and you know, I never looked back. The first day we walked into the gym together, we just started on the elliptical machine, and we really had no idea what we were doing. I was not an active gym person. I was definitely more a sports or outdoors person. That was day one, and I look back because that truly transformed who I was. I started to learn to love my body and what it could do for me, and when I honored it and worked on it and put the effort and time on where it can take me, my journey went on from there. We got off of the elliptical machines and took some group fitness classes and just got hooked on the group fitness classes and boot camp classes and just got hooked on the group fitness aspect of being around other people and the energy and your coach calling your name and friends that you know were going to be there with you, and that's the end of the story basically. I just went on and got certified myself, which was the scariest thing I ever did. I'm a Business Major with a degree in Accounting. I think I was close to 30 years old when I got my first certification, which now feels very young, but at the time, it seemed pretty old in the fitness world. I'm so thankful, though, because with age comes wisdom, and now 3 kids later and a business. I'll never forget that very first class I taught. This is where I was meant to be. This is my passion in life, it's a gift, and it truly is an honor to be able to teach fitness and share my love and passion for fitness. It's one of the best gifts in the world. I began my group fitness journey probably about 9-10 years ago. My oldest daughter is now 7½, so even before I was pregnant with her, I started teaching at the gym. I started VFit Studio 5 years ago. In fact, this month, October is the 5-year anniversary of VFit Studio, which has now grown into this amazing team and community. My journey into fitness was 9 years ago, but VFit Studio, 5 years, but before that to really date myself, I started doing one on one personal training through Skype with clients, and that's what led me to realize that this virtual platform really does work, and there are some Merits to working out live online with people, so I started Skype training when my daughter was born, that was one of the ways I was trying to kind of get out of my desk job and more into the mom fitness Balancing Act. What inspired you to focus on virtual home fitness training? Like I mentioned, once I found that aspect of group fitness and a community, accountability and motivation, it changed who I was. It changed my relationship with myself and, therefore, my relationship with my family and everybody that I came into contact with. After I had my daughter, I went back to my full-time office job to manage teaching at the gym, still something that I loved and fed my soul. Being a mom and working, there just wasn't enough hours in the day to do it all; something had to give. So I said to myself that there has got to be a way to pursue what I love and still be a mom. I was so grateful to finally have my daughter, who we have been trying for so long to have. Somebody approached me back when a lot of the multi-level marketing started and wanted to know if I would be interested in being an online coach; I didn't realize she wanted me to sell shakes or something for their company, and that got my wheels turning. I'm an entrepreneur at heart, and that's where my business side comes from. I said, wait, I can coach people online with fitness. So I gave myself a goal, put together a package if I have x amount of clients, I can leave my job. It gave me motivation. I gave myself a timeline, and in about 2 months, I worked it all out. I was waking up 5, 6 in the morning to train clients, then feed the baby and go to work. My husband had started a business and had a good foundation, so that gave me a little bit of wiggle room to take a little leap of faith. When I got to that x amount of clients, it was really from referrals, I started working with one person, and they said it was amazing. They would tell their friends, so it didn't take that long to build to that point, and my husband always said, you love group fitness, you have to figure out a way to do this on a bigger level, but at that time, I didn't know about Zoom. This was Skype. Luckily from day one, 30 minutes was only what I did with my clients. It was the magic number, especially when you're online, it's like it's only 30 minutes, you can't talk yourself out of it and we just really got to work and just started tugging away, and they became your friends fast forward, VFit Studio started when I was with my second of three children, one 7, 5½ and 2. I started VFit Studio when my son was 6 months old, so I had a 2½-year-old and a 6-month-old when I started the group fitness side of VFit Studio. That was crazy, but the more you're challenged, the more you grow. Has Your business grown during the pandemic? When COVID first hit in March, that second or third week, my partner and I (Maria) got together and said we're in this position, and we have been training for a year, and we have this opportunity to help and to serve others right now whose world got taken away from them so abruptly, so we literally overnight doubled our schedule and brought on a couple of other trainers whose gyms have been closed down and who have worked with us in the past. We added a bunch of kids programming, cooking, drawing, and we literally went from 65 classes a week to I think at the peak of that month that we opened up to the world, a hundred and thirty classes. It was like starting the business over, but it tested every system we have built from customer service to capacity to, can we still make this a personal experience, because that's what VFit is, a community, we can see you, and you can see us. It passed the test, and from there, we picked up probably about 150 new members that month, which was incredible, but like anything, it ebbs and flows, and then you hit June and Zoom fatigue. No one wanted to look at a Zoom screen. June was something I never seen in the 5 years since starting VFit and was the flip side of people being fatigued by having everything online and not wanting to look at a screen. We had to go back and get creative and discuss what our core values are and how do we keep everyone motivated. This isn't just a meeting you're logging into or something that you need to prepare for, so yeah, it was crazy, it was a big blur, it was a little like starting the business over in a sense, but we're out here now, it's October, I think we've grown in a way that aligns with our values. We're not this huge Peloton, multi-million dollar company. We've built everything from the ground up. How Important is Functional Fitness in Everyday Life? Functional fitness should be at the top of everybody's priority list when you are training because whether you're an athlete, and we have athletes, marathon runners or you're on team grandma, we like to call them, or you're just getting off the couch after 20 years, we are all training for life, to enjoy this life that we have to be functionally fit so that if you want to climb that mountain or if you want to paddleboard across the lakes or if you want to kiss your grandkids pick up your groceries, actually get out of a dangerous situation, you want to train your body and your mind to work together, and that's what we call functionally fit. We actually capitalize on the FUN because it also has to be fun. We built a four-part functional fitness plan that is around 4 key areas, the first being cardio, and HIIT, which is high-intensity interval training, the second quadrant is strength training, the next two I found that most people are missing are balance and mobility, and the fourth, stretching and recovery, so we look at this as a four-part quadrant. This is all live 30-minute classes that you're logging into and taking with the trainer. Who Are VFit’s Ideal Clients? Our ideal clients are those who are willing to spend the time and energy, and that doesn't need to be hours a day, but truly believe they are worth taking care of and that they have this one body to live and this one life to live and they want to get the most out of it. We have the most amazing members like I said, every age, every walk of life, every season of life, and you know for any fitness level; you need to want it for yourself. As much as every trainer, I have wants every single person to be healthy and strong and fit, and we hope one day everyone finds that. You have to want it the most for yourself. As long as you can get yourself logged in and dressed, we'll take it from there and motivate you, encourage you and cheer you on, but you have to be at that point where you're willing to say I'm worth it. Are Your VFit Classes Affordable for the Average Person? Yes. Most of our clients (90%) are on an unlimited class pass, so each month, they are on an automatic monthly payment. It comes out to less than a couple of dollars per day for unlimited classes. They have the support of our trainers, and we do different add-on programs like those nutritional coaching. So my value is that we have this unlimited membership that most people can buy for an incredible value for unlimited classes, trainer support, a team, and then we offer a handful of add-on programs if you'd like to take your experience further or dive in deeper into different programs like the Reset. We have a fun game going on right now that involves a 21 Day fitness challenge. We just started a mindset coaching group, so we have these options if you would like to take this journey further, but our membership is worth its weight in gold for what we offer. We believe fitness should be for all. With group fitness, we can afford to have the prices a little lower because we can fit more people in my classes as opposed to one-on-one training where you're going to be paying a little bit more, and from that first day, I said try a free week. There are no strings attached to test it out and then decide if this is the right choice, the right fit for them. You are a wife, a mother to 3 children, and a business owner; how do you manage all three very demanding responsibilities? All of those are so important to me. You can love everything you do and still get burnt out at times. You don't have to balance everything because then you're just giving a little bit to everything, so I try to swing the pendulum when I'm working, work, be present and do that when I'm with my kids, I'm Mommy. Right now, because of COVID what I need to work the most on is the life category because, with everything that happens sometimes parenting right now, you're trading shifts, trading meetings. My husband has his own business too, so it's kind of like tag you have the kids, I have the kids, so I think it changes season to season. I am so blessed; these are probably the three best dream jobs I could ever have. I love working, I love having a business, that is a part of who I am, and my family knows that about me, and so they have to keep me in check sometimes, but they know that that also fills me to be the best version of myself because I love what I do. How Can We Learn More About You and VFit Studio? The free week trial is always available. You can get that on our website at thevfitstudio.com, and you can read a little bit more about our studio, you can see the schedule pop-up subscriptions, read about my trainer team, and learn a little bit more about the program. We throw a lot on social media as well as a lot of fun fitness challenges and little workouts on Instagram and Facebook at thevfitstudio. This is a condensed transcript of the interview.  You can listen to the interview in its entirety at www.6weekstofitness.com.

Carl Cohn talks with Stacey Adler, Superintendent of the Mono County Office of Education, about the challenges facing her small, Eastern Sierras district in the time of COVID-19.

In a year where travel has been turned upside down I wanted to share something special with you.  Enjoy sounds from a recent road trip to Eastern Sierras in California.  You'll hear the stillness of the night, rain, thunder and rushing water from the Kern River. It's my hope you'll close your eyes and picture yourself standing in nature taking in the sounds for yourself. #travelwithmeaning #roadtrip

On this episode I have California based peak bagger, nature lover, rock climber, and national park explorer, Francis Ngo (@sicnarfone), join me on the show. We talk about his love for national parks (Yosemite, Zion, Crater Lake, etc) , tips for long day hikes, his Eastern Sierras getaway trip, and our journey tackling the Six Pack of Peaks challenge last year together. We reminisce about treks like Strawberry Peak (Mountaineer's Route), Cucamonga peak during a storm, Mt. Wilson, and his Mt. Baldy birthday hike. I dig deeper into Francis' journey and learn more about how hiking has enriched his overall life. Francis is part of the #JustTrekCrew and we call him "Ranger Francois" because of his park ranger like style and demeanor. Follow Francis Ngo on Instagram @sicnarfone. View photos from the discussed hikes on https://www.justtrek.net/ Want to send me a message? Email me at justin@justtrek.net or DM on Instagram @just.trek. Like the show? Leave a 5 star rating, review, and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Consider supporting the podcast by donating on anchor.fm/justtrek/support or Venmo @justroc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justtrek/message

When we entered year 2020, we've had plans sketched on our calendars. Well into the year, the month of March 2020 came and all of that changed for most of us.In this episode, we are going to dive into life lessons on what it's like when things don't go as planned. We are going to talk about an experience in the Eastern Sierras back in 2018 when summitting the highest point of the contiguous United States was a thing that did not go as planned.

Curt Hill from JL Marine Services talked about a Power Poles. A surprise quest pro angler John Murray joined us and explained how we used his Power Poles in tournament applications and upcoming MLF tournament events. Stan took us on a quick tour of the Eastern Sierras with live reports from Bridgeport, June and Crowley Lakes.

Dalton Johnson went to college to become a doctor and ended up as a van life dwelling adventure photographer!  Spending 200+ nights a year sleeping under the stars, he might just be the poster child for living life beyond 9 to 5!  Working with some of the biggest brands in the outdoor industry, his camera has taken him from remote peaks in the Eastern Sierras to 15-foot swells photographing surfers in the Pacific. It’s more than just photography and adventure for Dalton, his ultimate goal is to rewrite the American Dream by “inspiring others to design their lifestyles through rigorous introspection to consciously consume experiences instead of things.” In this episode of The Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney and Nick sit down with Dalton to talk about how Conrad Anker’s advice changed his life, finding community while always on the go, turning a passion into a paycheck, Dalton’s favorite places to road trip, and how we can always design a life we want! Dalton: www.daltonjohnsonmedia.com https://www.instagram.com/daltonjohnsonmedia/ Get $50 off your first Outdoorsy rental with the code: occupationwild

Bishop, Ca Based Rick Saez of the Outdoor Biz Podcast has brought exceptional podcasts to the outdoor industry. On top of that he has been very helpful in helping us grow the BBF podcast, so in this episode we get to know the man that sits in the magic podcast studio deep within the realm of the Eastern Sierras! This is our first podcast during the COVID -19 Crisis, so we actually connected via shortwave radio to practice social distancing (not really, but our alternative means of communication doesn't detract from the awesomeness of this podcast!). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bearfish/message

Road trip!  I share my adventure driving my electric vehicle through the deserts and mountains of the Eastern Sierras from San Diego to Reno and back.  This trip involves exploration, friends, time alone, great scenery and checking out of the rat race for a short time.  We geek out on the technical aspects of driving an electric vehicle in desolate areas plotting out distances to the next electric vehicle charging station oasis while factoring in elevation, wind and driving style.  We also discuss a few Airbnb spaces, one of which was spectacular.  Finally, I share stories reconnecting with old friends. We discuss a wide range of people and topics including Reno, Tahoe, Hyatt Regency, Harrah’s, EVgo, ElectrifyAmerica, ChargePoint, Padres, Battlestar Gallactica, UCSD, Bodie, Lone Pine, Ridgecrest, Bishop, Mono Lake, Yelp, Alabama Hills, Bridgeport, Gardnerville, Virginia City, Kinsale, Mark Twain, Samuel Clemons, San Diego State, Aztecs, Malachi Flynn, Butte, Death Valley, Hawthorn, Tonopah, Beatty, Bilbo Baggins, Angelina Jolie, 395 #JohnRileyProject #ev #airbnb #electrifyamerica #evgo #highway395   JRP0115   Our Sponsor:   PowayStore.com:  https://powaystore.com/   John Riley Project Info:   Bookings? Inquiries? Contact me at https://johnrileyproject.com/   Donations: https://www.patreon.com/johnrileyproject   Sponsorship Inquiries: https://johnrileyproject.com/sponsorship/   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJJSzeIW2A-AeT7gwonglMA   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrileyproject/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRileyPoway   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrileypoway/   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-riley-project-podcast/id1435944995?mt=2   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3llrMItpbx9JRa08UTrswA   Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-riley-project   Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9qb2hucmlsZXlwcm9qZWN0LmNvbS9mZWVkLw   Tune In: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Arts--Culture-Podcasts/John-Riley-Project-Podcast-p1154415/   Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/john-riley-project-john-riley-2l4rEIo1RJM/   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com  

It’s hard to know when to pivot your business. On this episode of our Cali BBQ Media podcast "Digital Hospitality", we talk with Steve Miller, a listener of this show, about transforming his family’s successful baking operation at the Rock Creek Lakes Resort into a BBQ business. After hearing our regular call to action where we ask you to email us your stories, Steve Miller did just that. It’s one thing to be curious, it’s another to get involved. All the magic happens when you actually reach out and share information. That’s the essence of Digital Hospitality and how we built our business. We encourage all of you to get involved by emailing podcast@calibbq.media and sharing your own story. Taking over a family business can be terrifying and exciting at the same time. Steve Miller and his wife Amy took over the Rock Creek Lakes Resort from her parents in 2015. Since 1979 until then, the King family had owned and operated the beautiful resort surrounded by the Sierra Nevada mountains and trout-filled lakes. The resort’s “butter and butter” are the cabin rentals. That’s no wonder. The property looks absolutely beautiful. It’s about a 30-minute drive from Mammoth Mountain in the majestic Eastern Sierras. When people visit Rock Creek Lakes Resort, they come for serenity. “You got the lake right across the street from us,” Steve Miller said. “World class hiking right up the road.” It’s an outdoor lovers paradise with plenty of cabins and other accommodations for visitors. One of those accommodations that kept people coming back was Sue King’s handmade pies. For almost 40 years, people visited from all around after learning about her handcrafted Pie in the Sky slices. A few features in Sunset Magazine, and then later online, led to a continued massive demand. But when Steve and his wife took it over from the Kings, they knew they couldn’t keep up the intensity of the pie operation. It wasn't their path. When Rock Creek Lakes Resort stopped making pies, they also found a new direction. Steve had another craft in mind to serve, something he was more accustomed to creating — barbecue. Steve Miller is a proud supporter and participant in our growing #WestCoastBBQMovement. Years ago, the lodge had cooked some ribs on the restaurant grill and Steve needed a barbecue sauce that was better than the mass produced one he had on hand in their general store. So Steve got on the phone with his dad to get his longtime BBQ sauce recipe. Steve had been tasting that sauce since he was a kid and knew it well. The sauced-up ribs were a hit. Demand was there. Steve Miller thought, as a joke, he should bottle the sauce and try and sell it. Bottling and selling BBQ sauce is notoriously difficult to pull off. He did end up bottling a few sauces anyway, and feedback was positive. So the next summer he did it again with a few more. “I made it so it was always out in the store. And if people bought some, I’d make some more.” That was the start of what became Miller & Sons BBQ Brewing Co. The small-batch sauce and spice rub company now has products in more than 30 shops. That’s how a business evolves. Bit by bit. It doesn’t happen overnight. It takes buy-in from the team, family, customers, and it takes drive to keep going through hard times. The Millers took over a resort known for its pies and decided, maybe that wasn’t the answer anymore. “It’d be like us taking over Julian (Pie Company) and starting a BBQ shop,” Steve Miller said. “That’s how it feels.” “We took a lot of flack for it (still do) but we have made it out the other side (I think) and our restaurant numbers are back up to what they were during the time of the pie,” Steve Miller wrote to Cali BBQ Media in his initial email to us. https://youtu.be/JmlbfUO2lCM Learn more about Miller and Sons BBQ Sauce Brewing Company online at https://www.millsauceco.com. Rock Creek Lakes Resorts can be found at https://www.

Welcome anglers to the first episode of California Fishing News (CFN). CFN will be a weekly podcast where I cover what's happening in the world of California fishing. This week we cover the yellowfin tuna bite, the GIANT bluefin fishing, deep dropping for swordfish, the salmon fishing off of San Francisco, and trout fishing in the Eastern Sierras.

Shane Warner from the Bridgeport Fish enhancement Foundation will updates us on the fishing in the Eastern Sierra‘s. Rick Marin tackle manager at H&M Landing kept us current on the local fishing conditions. Aaron Martens Pro Angler went over his strategy to win the first MLF REDCREST Title. Doug Rodrick from Sierra Drifters Guide Service invited our listeners to take advantage of some of the great fishing stir available in the Eastern Sierras

Wendy Schneider is the Executive Director of Friends of the Inyo in the Eastern Sierras of California. She shares with us the importance of protecting Long Valley against Los Angeles' imminent water grab that will leave the valley dry and barren.

Felipe Silva from "The Lost Coast" instagram fame has over 50,000 followers and is one of the top photographers on social media. When he's not teaching, he's snapping world-class photos that are often featured in various magazines. He talks about why he changed his username (1:00), how watching YouTube tutorials helps him get better (3:50), what prompted him to buy his first full frame camera (5:00), his switch from Nikon to Sony (8:50), and what makes a great photo (16:20).

This past week I spent 8 days in the Eastern Sierras. While I originally went for nature therapy, hiking, movement, and connecting with friends, I wound up experiencing an NDE. It was the second time I was gifted one of these in 2018, except this time it happened at 12,000 feet. Illuminated by a full moon, and trying to sleep while laying on the cold gravel in a small tent at the Mount Whitney trail camp, I felt my heart pounding fast and began to realize: I couldn't breathe. After 45 minutes of attempted conscious breathing to calm my nervous system, positive affirmations, and canister oxygen, I finally accepted the truth of what had happened: AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) I made the call. At 1230am, myself and a friend packed up to leave 3 other men to summit that morning while we both walked down the trail with headlamps to lower ground. So I wouldn't die. I recovered, slept, and I write this message to you feeling great, thanks to my decision to listen to my body. My survival brain did me well, it kept me alive. Weight loss, however, does NOT have to feel like this. If losing weight feels like you can't breathe, or if you know someone you care about that feels this way, please share with them the live Q&A link with David Zappasodi tomorrow at 11am PST (2pm EST). Click here then tap "Get Reminder" and tag them in the comments. > Get The Morning 21: A powerful (and free) system designed to give you more energy, let go of old weight, and live life well. Resources Mentioned Today:  Wellness Force Radio 194 Rob Dial  Wellness Force Radio 131 Drew Manning Wellness Force Radio 183 Dr. Kyra Bobinet  Wellness Force Radio 001 Fabio Comana JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP | REVIEW THIS PODCAST  Get More Wellness In Your Life Join the WFR Community on facebook Send Josh Trent a personal message Tweet me on Twitter: Send us a fun tweet (or a what's up) Comment on the Facebook page Support This Podcast Leave a 5 star review on iTunes Share this episode with someone you care about Contact Wellness Force Radio for podcast sponsorship and partnership opportunities Rate & Review Wellness Force ---> REVIEW THE PODCAST Ask A Live Question For The Next Episode ---> Click here to leave a voicemail directly to Josh Trent to be read live on the air.  You May Also Like These Episodes Food Freedom Forever With Melissa Hartwig Nir Eyal: Breaking Bad Habits, Technology Addiction, & Emotional Triggers Healthy, Happy & Harder To Kill w/ Steph Gaudreau of Stupid Easy Paleo Beyond Meditation: How To Get A Better Brain With Ariel Garten Living A Healthy Lifestyle In A Modern World With Dan Pardi Creating A Life Worth Living With Michael Strasner Join the Wellness Force Newsletter: www.wellnessforce.com/news Don't miss next week's show: Subscribe and stay updated Did you like this show on Ketosis? Rate and review Wellness Force on iTunes You read all the way to the bottom? That's what I call love! Write to me and let me know what you'd like to have to get more wellness in your life.

Jim Payne from All-In-Charge explain to us exactly what this battery charging product is all about. Capt. Rick Russell from Chief Sportfishing phoned in with an on the water report from San Clemente Island. Captain James McDaniels from Grande Sportsfishing out of H&M Landing reported bluefin tuna are within three-quarter day range. PPro Angler Wes Stadler talked about fishing FLW and BASS and his latest successes. Jim Reed from Ken's Sporting Goods in Bridgeport reported on the great fishing still being seen up in his part of the Eastern Sierras.

Episode 153 Hilton Lakes Adventure Part Two LISTEN In this second part of our adventure into the Hilton Lakes Basin of the Eastern Sierras we take a day hike from our basecamp at Hilton Lake 2 down around Davis Lake and explore a waterfall.

Jose Angel from Cedros Outdoor Adventures and the Baja Magic Lodge. Adam Tomison from Crowley Lake and June Lake Marina's with an Eastern Sierras report. Executive Director of Cal CCA, Wayne Kotow. John L Campbell Director of the 2018 international Yellowtail Derby.

Andy Paluczak and his son Jackson talked about the SoCal Junior Bass fishing organization. Frank Ursitti from H&M Landing and owner of the Ranger 85 updated us on the happenings at the landing. Michael Morrison from 22nd St. landing will let us know how the fishing was out of LA Sauerfish Eric from Tomahawk Sportfishing reported on his recent trip for bluefin tuna. We had an update on the trout opener from the Eastern Sierras with A live report from Jim Reed at Ken's sporting goods in Bridgeport.

Mark Lassagne Professional Bass Angler, Editor In Chief and Publisher of Bass Angler Magazine talking about the "Dirty D", foothill lakes and the WWBT. Joe Opager from FLW talking about the Costa/FLW Fass Fishing Summer Camp. Brian and Brennon Sharp of Vista Del Lago Fishing Club on High School Bass Fishing Clubs. Jeff Simpson from Mono County Tourism on opening weekend for trout or "Fishmas" in Mono County in the Eastern Sierras

We are Back Live This Week! Stan takes us on a tour of the Eastern Sierras by speaking to a few of the people in charge at the Lakes. Billy Egan tells us all about the WON Bass California Open Clearlake

Greg Kennedy-one of the locally famous Fish Kennedy Brothers, started fly fishing in Mammoth lakes of the Eastern Sierras, where his dad started fly shop. Greg moved to Redding, CA 2002 and the rest is history. The two brothers have been expanding and...

Shira Dubrovner, longtime resident of Mammoth Lakes, is a community organizer and leader, arts advocate, and film lover who followed her lifelong passion for cinema to become the founder of the Mammoth Lakes Film Festival. Shira is also the Artistic Director of this well regarded theatre company. After her experience creating a successful theatre in Mammoth (established at the Edison Theatre, which will serve as one of the key screening venues during this year’s film festival), she decided to introduce the community to her other passion – independent film – by creating the Mammoth Lakes Film Festival. This year’s Mammoth Lakes Film Festival is a five-day festival that screens independent features and shorts in the spectacular setting of Mammoth Lakes—California’s premier mountain resort, high in the Eastern Sierras from May 24 – 28, 2017, Memorial Day weekend. The 3rd Annual Mammoth Lakes Film Festival, taking place in the magnificent mountain setting of Mammoth Lakes, California, has announced its line-up of screenings, which will include premieres, festival favorites and classic films. The five-day festival will take place May 24-28, 2017, beginning on Wednesday with the Opening Night Screening of Cheech and Chong’s much-loved first feature UP IN SMOKE. Tommy Chong, one of its stars as well as its uncredited co-director, will be present for a Q&A after the screening, which is followed by the Gala Opening Night Party at the Sierra Events Center. Saturday evening will feature the SIERRA SPIRIT AWARD CENTERPIECE GALA & SCREENING: A Night with John Sayles. The evening will begin with a screening of his 1983 film BABY IT’S YOU starring Rosanna Arquette and Vincent Spano, followed by a conversation with Sayles and a presentation of the Sierra Spirit Award. Sayles’s credits include THE BROTHER FROM ANOTHER PLANET, MATEWAN, EIGHT MEN OUT, LONE STAR, and THE SECRET OF ROAN INISH, amongst others. In addition to the two classic films representing the work of Chong and Sayles, an additional 18 features will be screened over the five days of the festival. Feature documentary films in competition will include EIGHT (US Premiere), FOREVER B, (World Premiere), THE ISLANDS AND THE WHALES, OLANCHO, RAT FILM, STRAD STYLE and WHAT LIES UPSTREAM. Spotlight Screening Documentaries not in competition will include THE CHALLENGE, DINA, and MACHINES. Feature narrative films in competition will include NEIGHBORHOOD FOOD DRIVE, WITHDRAWN, SPACE DETECTIVE. Foreign films in competition will include COLD BREATH, THE ERLPRINCE, THE FIXER and THE GREAT UNWASHED (U.S. Premiere). The final Narrative Feature, not in competition, will be the rave-reviewed Sundance hit MENASHE, which has been picked up by A24 for distribution. In addition to the Opening Night Gala and the Sierra Spirit Award Event, there is a Filmmakers Bash on Saturday evening at Rafters featuring the band Jelly Bread and the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, May 27 at the Sierra Events Center. Founder and Director Shira Dubrovner joins us to talk about this year’s festival highlights. For ticket sales and updates go to: mammothlakesfilmfestival.com

John Campbell filled us in on the 2017 Yellowtail Derby leaders. Bill Melton lead engineer for the Shelter Island Launch Ramp project kept us current on what's happening with launch ramp, Capt. Chuck Taft told us weather permitting, there’s plenty of fish to be caught offshore. Tim Golberg told us what Reel Speed Lube is all about, Catherine Miller invited us all to the upcoming Gator by the Bay on San Diego Bay Abbie Thomason reported the fishing in the June and Crowley lake regions of the Eastern Sierras had been great.

Tshombe More explains the newest device to see under water with Navionics. The Eastern Sierras in California have the best possible trout fishing. Reagan’s Sporting Goods has all the information you need.

TERI McCREADY's internet marketing company, 360WebMarketing, has taken her on a journey from the Hawaiian Islands to coast of  California, to the Eastern Sierras of Nevada, but as Teri knows, it really doesn't make a difference where you live as long as you have the internet. For show notes go to Timelinesofsuccess.com and BLUFTV.NET

Visit the Laws Railroad Museum in Laws, California with the Amateur Traveler: This video shows the small out of the way Laws Railroad Museum which has collected trains, farm equipment, artifacts and even buildings from around the Owens Valley area in the Eastern Sierras of California. The museum has a working train from the Death Valley Railroad which runs on a very short track.