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Send us a Text Message.Adventure Diaries Season 2 Episode 1 With Ness Knight:A Recap on Ness' Call To Adventure & Pay It Forward SuggestionsCall to Adventure: The hardest part of any adventure is getting to the start line. Commit to your plan without a fallback option, whether it's a small local activity or a grand expedition.Overcoming Barriers: Adventure projects can seem complex and insurmountable, but taking the first step, like booking a course or flight, can set the momentum.Support for Anti-Poaching Efforts: Instead of just donating money, consider sending essential equipment like boots, clothing, and military-grade supplies to anti-poaching units in Southern Africa.Practical Contribution: Boots and proper gear can significantly aid anti-poaching rangers who face harsh conditions and long periods in the wilderness.Actionable Advice: Research and find ways to directly support anti-poaching units with tangible goods to enhance their efforts in wildlife conservation.#Adventure #Exploration #GuyanaSupport the Show.Thanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at ideas@adventurediaries.com. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to Season 2 of The Adventure Diaries.Starting off season 2 with a  thrilling episode of Adventure Diaries with your host, Chris Watson. This time, we dive deep into an incredible expedition with our guest, Ness Knight, an adventurer, explorer, and survivalist. Today, Ness shares the story of the first-ever descent of the Essequibo River from source to sea in Guyana, Central America. Joining her on this historic journey were two of her fellow adventurers, Pip Stewart and Laura Bingham. This episode is packed with tales of adventure, danger, and the invaluable lessons learned from the Waiwai, the indigenous tribe who played a crucial role in their journey.Ness Knight, Pip Stewart, and Laura Bingham embarked on an expedition to descend the Essequibo River in Guyana, Central America. They collaborated with the indigenous Waiwai tribe and learned their survival skills. The journey was filled with challenges, including infections, parasites, and encounters with dangerous wildlife. The trio had to navigate political concerns and the impact of mining and logging on the river. Despite the difficulties, they formed a strong bond with the Waiwai tribe and achieved their goal of reaching the source of the river. In this conversation, Ness Knight shares her experiences of embarking on challenging expeditions, including her journey down the Essequibo River in Guyana. She discusses the physical and mental challenges she faced, encounters with wildlife, and the dynamics of team expeditions. Ness also talks about her upcoming documentary on the rhino horn trade and highlights the importance of supporting anti-poaching efforts. She encourages listeners to commit to their own adventures and make a difference by providing equipment to anti-poaching units.TakeawaysCollaborating with indigenous communities can provide a unique and immersive experience during expeditions.Complacency can be dangerous in remote and challenging environments.Respecting and learning from local cultures and traditions is essential during expeditions.Political and environmental factors can impact the success and safety of an expedition.Overcoming physical and mental challenges can lead to personal growth and achievement. Embarking on solo adventures can help develop self-confidence and decision-making skills.Team expeditions offer the opportunity to forge deep friendships and learn from others' skills and experiences.Getting to the start line of an adventure is often the hardest part, but making a commitment and eliminating a plan B can help overcome obstacles.Supporting anti-poaching efforts by providing equipment to rangers can make a significant impact in protecting wildlife.Documentaries can raise awareness and transform people's perspectives on conservation issues.Support the Show.Thanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at ideas@adventurediaries.com. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld

Long-term adventurer and explorer Ness Knight has not always called her West Yorkshire farm home. Ness has pioneered some of the world's toughest and most intriguing expeditions, such as her trip to the Essequibo River with the Wai Wai tribe and her adventure partners Pip Stewart and Laura Bingham. A quest which led them to discover much more than the previously unknown source of the river. Ness has also crossed the Namib Desert region solo, swum the length of the Thames and made a world-first descent of the third largest river in South America. It isn't merely firsts and records Ness is interested in however. Meeting local tribes and indigenous peoples, connecting with their way of life and understanding the way they exist in their home landscapes has led Ness to lay some roots of her own at home by starting up a regenerative farm in Yorkshire. Ness is passionate about regenerative agriculture and biodiversity and we dig deep into what this could mean for the future of the planet. Join us for this adventure and sustainability belter, Ness really knows what she's talking about.

Pip Stewart (Adventurer)Pip Stewart is an adventurer, journalist and presenter. She believes that connecting with people and the great outdoors is good for the soul and seeks to tell stories with heart.In 2013, she cycled home from Malaysia to London, covering 10,000 miles and 26 countries in a year on her bike. In 2016 her adventures took her on a 3,000-mile cycle, boat and plane journey exploring Brazil and Peru to raise awareness of the environmental issues in the region. She documented the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest with adventurer Reza Pakravan and its devastating effect on the indigenous communities.Then February 2018, she teamed up with fellow adventurers Laura Bingham and Ness Knight to take on a world-first – paddling the entire length of The Essequibo, South America's third-largest river, from source to sea.Enjoyed the Show? Tag me @johnhorsfall on InstagramJoin the Adventure - https://mailchi.mp/44c55725379d/newsletter-page-ziba-adventuresOn the Podcast today, talk about these adventures and the struggles that occur when doing these expeditions. We talk about the future of travel and the responsibility of travellers with a platform.Buy Life Lessons From the Amazon by Pip StewartPip's WebsitePip's InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-modern-adventurer/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ness Knight is an explorer and endurance adventurer. She has cycled solo and self supported across the Northern Namib desert, and was also the first woman in history to swim the Thames River from its source to London. She told us about the challenges she's faced along the way and what keeps her going. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ness Knight joins the podcast! Ness Knight is an explorer, conservationist and ocean advocate who has completed a diverse collection of expeditions in extreme environments around the globe. Growing up in Africa she developed a strong bond with the rich culture as well as the wildlife around her and its fragile balance, which drives her determination to work with people, nature and conservation efforts today.   You can follow her on IG at @ness_knight and on her website nessknight.com

Pip Stewart on Creating a Lifestyle Career, and Making Social Media Work for You. Ever wondered how to become a so-called “influencer”? The secret is storytelling. In this episode, Ash interviews his friend and co-host, Pip Stewart. Pip has cycled halfway around the world, embarked on a world-first kayak journey through the Amazon and survived a flesh-eating parasite. She talks about how she accidentally fell into a career in travel journalism, how one massive adventure changed her life, and why she sees social media as the route to editorial independence. In this episode, discover: Why you need to embrace being shit. If it's important to get a journalism degree.  Why hustle is key. Why social media is so powerful (and how to avoid its dark side). How Pip got a job as Red Bull's Adventure Editor. How to get noticed in a crowded media world. How to create a lifestyle career that works for you. Why you should take online relationships offline. How to deal with your ego. How to become an influencer. Links mentioned in this episode: Pip Website https://www.phillippastewart.com  Pip Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pipstewart/  Pip Twitter https://twitter.com/Stewart_Pip  Jo Cantello, Wolfsong media  Journalism and Media Studies Centre, The University of Hong Kong https://jmsc.hku.hk  Elizabeth Gilbert on following your curiosity. Reza Pakravan https://www.rezapakravan.com  Explorers Connect https://www.explorersconnect.com  Ness Knight http://www.nessknight.com  Laura Bingham https://www.laurabingham.org  RedBull.com https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/  Preview app https://thepreviewapp.com Inshot http://www.inshot.com  CutStory. JOIN US ON SOCIAL: We'd love to hear what you think of this week's The First Mile and if you've got any suggestions of topics or people you'd like to hear interviewed. Drop us a line on Instagram @AshBhardwaj and @PipStewart or Twitter @AshBhardwaj and @PipStewart. *Please consider leaving a review if you enjoyed this episode. Thank you! 

Foxy speaks to explorer and public speaker Ness Knight on her extraordinary adventures across the globe including paddle boarding 1000 miles and being the first woman to swim the length of the Thames.

Ness Knight has swum the length of the River Thames and has also descended the Missouri river and the Essequibo river in Guyana. Here she talks to Ed about the isolation that comes when testing your mental and physical limits, as well as the obstacles in putting trust in others and yourself. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 2013, Pip cycled home from Malaysia to London, a journey of 10,000 miles through 26 countries! Once back in London she started to work for Red Bull as their Adventure Editor.  In 2016 Pip headed off on a 3,000 mile cycle, boat and plane journey exploring Brazil and Peru to raise awareness of the environmental issues in the region, Pip documented the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest with adventurer Reza Pakravan and shared more about it’s devastating effects on the indigenous communities.  Pip started at the mouth of the Amazon River in the Atlantic, and finishing in Lima at the Pacific. Pip loves going on challenges and pushing her body to the limits. In February 2018 Pip teaming up with fellow adventurers Laura Bingham and Ness Knight to take on a world first – paddling the entire length of The Essequibo, South America's third largest river, which flows for 1,014 km through remote jungle, and untouched virgin rainforest until it meets the Atlantic Ocean. During the podcast we learn more about her life, the steps she has taken to get where she has. How the opportunities she has taken have come about and what she has learnt by going on these challenges in remote parts of the world. Show notes Living in London Being adventurous as a young child Why home is not a place and it’s the people you are with Being based in Germany and having family holidays around Europe Not knowing what she wanted to do growing up Following the structured path Heading off to go travelling Doing a Journalism Masters over in Hong Kong Removing expectations from your life What is was like living and studying in Hong Kong Moving to Malaysia and deciding to cycle home to London Planning and preparation for the big cycle ride! Having 13 months to get home in time for Christmas The biggest challenge while cycling Why the challenge was more of a mental one The magical moments on the trip Preconceptions about certain countries Why travel and talking is so important Connecting with the locals The realities of being on the road Coming back to the UK and not having a plan Travelling with her partner Charlie Dealing with difficult situations while on the road Transitioning back into real life Applying to be Red Bull’s Adventure Editor Getting itchy feet and wanting to go travelling again How she gets her ideas for her next challenges and adventures Why she focuses on what she is interested in 2016 challenge - traversing the Amazon via the Trans Amazonian Highway The damage that gold mining does What she leant most from the experience and why it comes down to the power of a community Filming the challenge! Eating ants!! Heading out to the Amazon with Laura Bingham and Ness Knight Saying yes to the opportunities when they become available Planning and training for this adventure over 8 months Family and friends reactions to her next adventure Dealing with fears, how she overcome them and managed them before and during the trip Often you can’t change the problem - but you can change your response to a problem. Dealing with snakes Working as part of a team with Ness & Laura - dealing with team dynamics What she leant most about herself on this challenge and why it was about the ego! #ExploreHappy and using social media in a positive way Keep looking forward Dealing with the adventure blues after coming back from the trip and talking about mental health Heading off to Norway with the Marines Final words of advice and top tips   Social Media Website  - www.phillippastewart.com  Twitter - @Stewart_Pip  Instagram - @pipstewart    

My guest this episode is a writer, adventurer and broadcaster – essentially all things I want to be when I grow up (she is one year my senior). Pip Stewart has seen some serious SHIT! She cycled 10,000 miles from Malaysia to Britain, and has just completed kayaking the Essequibo River, the largest river in Guyana, with fellow adventurers Laura Bingham and Ness Knight; a world first! Pip, you don’t ‘half fit the bill... you are F***ing Awesome! Unlike my previous guests, Pip’s thirst for adventure and endurance wasn’t one born out of a personal crisis, it’s just in her blood! However the questions she puts to herself and those around her in her ‘Search For Happiness’ are very similar to the ones I put to myself, and after spending a fair bit of time scrolling through her socials I was compelled to make contact with her and invite her onto my podcast. In our conversation we discuss her time living wild in the jungle, how she was nearly bitten by a big old snake, and we delve into what it is to be human. We’re occasionally sidetracked by some local squirrels, but if anything they offer a bit of respite and comic relief between some topics that some would probably consider to be a bit deep. Not me, obviously, deep convos are my bread and butter. Anyway, I hope you enjoy this episode. Apologies again for the slightly sub-par sound quality, I can’t wait for the day when I know how to properly work audio equipment but until that day comes this is just how it is I’m afraid. If you’re enjoying this series then please subscribe, rate the pod and leave a stonking review on itunes, I’d really appreciate it! Thanks for listening, enjoy Episode 4!

EXPEDITIONS:  •First female to stand up paddleboard 1000 miles (Missouri river, USA) •Cycled solo + unsupported 2000 miles across the USA •First female in history to swim the length of the Thames River (UK) •400 mile run – 15 marathons back-to-back (London to Land’s End, UK) •Namib Desert solo fatbike expedition (2016) •Upcoming: Record attempt – first female to row the Pacific Ocean solo and non-stop   Show notes Not being a natural adventurer Coming to exploring later on in life Being an accidental adventurer  Deciding to change her life Looking for her passion in life Losing her best friend at university Deciding she no longer wanted to be an introvert and what she did to change it What would you do, if you could not fail Her conservative family and growing up in South Africa Why we need more females in endurance sports getting the spot light  Her list of how to live rather than things to do Her fear of failure Losing her best friend at 20 years old Deciding to live her life her way Deciding to do SUP - Missouri River - 1,000 miles Being inspired by Roz Savage - (Listen to Roz on the Tough Girl Podcast) Enjoying the solo journey  Courage & confidence  Her fears before her first solo cycle Trusting her gut instincts and how it improved her confidence How she’s been building her career and what she’s been focusing on Having her vision of what she wants to do with her life How she decides on what to do Swimming the Thames and the challenges she faced; the cold, dealing with Raynaud’s Disease, spending 10 hours in the water, dealing with the isolation and the pressure What’s going on in her head while she's doing these challenges and why she ends up writing books in her head What she’s learnt about her mindset and her mental resilience  Why her strength in life is to see everything positively Why you need to smile! Watch an Amy Cuddy TED Talk - Your body language shapes who you are 2016 challenges - Joining Laura Bingham in Bolivia for her cycle (with no money) challenge Heading to Namibia - to be the first person ever to solo cycle across the world’s oldest desert, the Namib. The worst decision she has ever made while being on an adventure Being humble and making smart decisions The Pacific Row and why it’s been 7 years in the making Planning for the challenge and wanting to build her own boat Costs of the challenge Working with a performance coach The power of visualisation Final words of advice and top tips for you Watch TED Talk- The power of vulnerability By Brené Brown   “My expeditions and work have taken me to some amazing corners of the world, but there is still so much more to discover.”   Social Media   Twitter - @Ness_Knight Instagram  - @Ness_Knight Facebook  - @explorernessknight Website - http://www.nessknight.com    Next Week Laura Bingham will be coming on the Tough Girl Podcast  to share more about her life and cycle throughout South America   Feeling inspired week after week?  You can do 3 easy things to help me continue to grow the podcast! Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes, so you won’t miss a single episode If you’re loving the podcast, please leave a 5-star review on iTunes! I read every single comment! Share the podcast with your friends, especially if you think it could help them, and spread the #ToughGirlPodcast love.    Your support helps me continue to grow the podcast and do inspiring things in this space! Already done all 3? You’re a rockstar! Thank you! Want to do more? Please become a Patron and donate a small fixed amount every month to help fund the runnings costs.   

Five years ago Ness Knight quit her 9-5 job in marketing and embarked on the adventure of a lifetime, forging a career as an explorer, endurance athlete, presenter, and speaker. She is the first female to stand up paddleboard 1000 miles down the Missouri River She has cycled solo + unsupported 2000 miles across the […]

Tough Girl Daily - 3rd April - #MotivationalMonday  Mini Monday Update Speaking with Ness Knight - perfect way to start the day! So motivated! Hitting the gym for strength & conditioning session Increasing all the weights in training 40kg on the front split squat Focusing on the moment and the present Interview with Kim Constinesco - recovering from a nasty injury check out ww.purpose2play.com Podcasts uploaded up until the end of May 3rd interview of the day - with Guin Batten Being part of a Mastermind group Being paralysed by trying to decide what to do next… New episode on the Tough Girl Podcast - Anne -Maria Watson    Feeling inspired day after day?  You can do 3 easy things to help me continue to grow the podcast! Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes, so you won’t miss a single episode If you’re loving the podcast, please leave a 5-star review on iTunes! I read every single comment! Share the podcast with your friends, especially if you think it could help them, and spread the #ToughGirlPodcast love.  Your support helps me continue to grow the podcast and do inspiring things in this space! Already done all 3? You’re a rockstar! Thank you! Want to do more? Please become a Patron and donate a small fixed amount every month to help fund the runnings costs.