Podcasts about snowman trek

In 2012 we hiked in Bhutan and at that time we were trying to decide between two hikes. One of the choices we were looking at was the 350 km Snowman Trek which in the end we didn't end up doing. This trek is one of Bhutan's and for that matter, one of the world's, best known treks taking around 24 days to complete the whole hike. In today's episode we catch up with hiker Jonty Crane to find out more about his experience on the Snowman Trek. For me this is a bucket list hike and one that I was keen to find out more about! www.australianhiker.com.au   Australian Hiker can also be found on our various social media platforms Australian Hiker Facebook Australian Hiker Instagram Australian Hiker Twitter Australian Hiker Threads Australian Hiker Youtube

We reach the final part of this month's four part series on Working with Athletes with Disabilities, in which we are joined by special guests Rich Potter and Rich 'Dickie' Davies – armed forces veterans and single below leg amputees who set world records at the end of last year on their ‘Limb-itless Expedition: Conquering The Himalayas' as the first ever amputees to achieve the half and full length of The Snowman Trek in Bhutan. With them are Sports Therapist Carla Bickerstaffe and Massage Therapist Jenny Lane, both of whom have considerable experience of working with athletes with disabilities. While discussing the physically and mentally demanding trek, the guests share insights into the rigorous preparations, the role of sports therapy & sports massage, and the importance of self-care in their endeavor. The discussion also touches on the emotional hurdles faced, especially when unforeseen challenges forced Dickie to withdraw, underscoring the human aspect and the relentless spirit of perseverance. Rich and Dickie's journey is a testament to human resilience and teamwork, with valuable takeaways for anyone working with or aiming to better understand athletes with disabilities. Chapter Markers: 00:00:00 - Welcome to the Sports Therapy Association Podcast 00:04:38 - Introducing Our Guests 00:06:22 - Rich 'Dickie' Davies shares his history 00:07:32 - Rich Potter shares his history 00:08:28 - Not all amputations in military are combat related 00:10:26 - Carla Bickerstaffe and Jenny Lane at the Invictus Games 00:12:44 - Preparing for the Limbitless Expedition - Soft Tissue Therapy 00:18:20 - The Physiology of a Stump 00:25:54 - Equipping Clients for Self Care 00:30:50 - Phantom Limb Pain 00:39:15 - The Limitless Expedition Challenges 00:43:11 - Facing Adversity and Withdrawal 00:50:55 - Reflections on Support and Funding 01:03:00 - New 'Reflection Series' on The Sports Therapy Association Podcast Useful Links Invictus Games Webpage  Blesma Armed Forces Charity Webpage Rich Potter on Instagram - @amputee_rich Rich Davies Instagram - @rightfootrich The Limbitless Expedition on Instagram @the_limbitless_expedition Carla Bickerstaffe on Instagram @sportstherapybycarla Jenny Lane on Instagram @jennylane.sportsmassage Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the Sports Therapy Association podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Please Support Our Podcast! If you appreciate what we do, please take a couple of minutes to leave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. It really does make all the difference in helping us reach out to a larger audience. iPhone users you can do this from your phone, Android users you will need to do it from iTunes. Questions? Email: matt@thesta.co.uk

In Ep.231 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast we start a four episode special on 'Working With Athletes With Disabilities.' Part 1 introduces you to all of our guests over the next four weeks:  Rich Potter & Rich Davies – armed forces veterans and single below leg amputees who set world records at the end of last year with their ‘Limb-itless Expedition: Conquering The Himalayas' as the first ever amputees to achieve the half and full length of The Snowman Trek in Bhutan, the toughest trek in the world with eleven mountain passes at altitudes of over 5,500m Sam May & Gemma Barnes – Team UK athletes recently returned from Invictus Games 2025, an international sporting event for wounded, injured, and sick service members and veterans, with adaptive sports to promote recovery, rehabilitation, and respect for those who serve. Dan ‘ WheelsDan' Metcalfe - Left paralysed from the waist down after a motorcycle accident in 2014, Dan has achieved three scuba diving world records for his disability category – fastest one mile scuba diving with and without a swimming band, and greatest distance scuba diving, all in fresh open water. Carla Bickerstaffe and Jenny Lane - Sports Therapist & Massage Therapist, both of whom have experience of working with athletes with disabilities, with Jenny recently returning from her position as soft tissue therapist for Team UK at this year's Invictus Games.  The episode, as always recorded live on YouTube and Facebook, emphasizes the power of achievement, overcoming obstacles, and redefining what's possible. Tune in for insights into the next three episodes, as well as personal stories and lively discussions on creating a more inclusive and understanding world for athletes with disabilities. Chapter Markers: 00:00:00 - Welcome to the Sports Therapy Association Podcast 00:07:40 - Meet the Athletes & Therapists 00:12:40 - Rich Potter, The Limbitless Expedition and World Records 00:15:00 - Disability And The Word Inspirational 00:20:30 - Rich Davies - Having To Stop In The Limbitless Expedition 00:24:50 - Sam May - The Problems With Telling An Athlete To Stop 00:27:55 - Gemma Barnes - Communication Between Therapists and Athletes 00:32:30 - Sam May - The Invictus Games 00:36:40 - Not Just About The Medals 00:41:14 - Gemma Barnes - Adaptive Sport 00:45:15 - Dan Metcalfe - From Paralysis To Hand Cycling To Scuba Diving 00:53:30 - Detais of Next Episodes & Please Leave A Review Useful Links Invictus Games Webpage  Blesma Armed Forces Charity Webpage Rich Potter on Instagram - @amputee_rich Rich Davies Instagram - @rightfootrich The Limbitless Expedition on Instagram @the_limbitless_expedition Sam May on Instagram @sam_raf_invictus Dan ‘WheelsDan' Metcalfe on YouTube @wheelsdan Dan ‘WheelsDan' Metcalfe on Instagram @wheelsdan_1988 Carla Bickerstaffe on Instagram @sportstherapybycarla Jenny Lane on Instagram @jennylane.sportsmassage   Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the Sports Therapy Association podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Please Support Our Podcast! If you appreciate what we do, please take a couple of minutes to leave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. It really does make all the difference in helping us reach out to a larger audience. iPhone users you can do this from your phone, Android users you will need to do it from iTunes. Questions? Email: matt@thesta.co.uk

“I would say stage racing is probably my greatest love in ultrarunning in trail running because of the way that it lets you use your sport to move through environments and in places and really have these intimate experiences through running.” Meghan Hicks is the Editor-in-Chief of iRunFar. iRunFar.com provides you with the best possible information regarding trail running and ultrarunning anywhere. Meghan is also the author of 'Where the Road Ends: A Guide to Trail Running. In this episode, Meghan chats with Luis about the magazine iRunFar, how she got started at iRunFar, the future of trail running, how technology will affect the sport, how she got into running, her proudest running accomplishment, the Snowman Race, and what she has coming up next. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Meghan Hicks Contact Info: meghan@irunfar.com iRunFar.com https://x.com/iRunFar https://www.facebook.com/iRunFar https://www.instagram.com/irunfar Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Meghan Hicks photo credit: iRunFar Photo Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

Thomas Reiss is back on Singletrack and back from Bhutan where he supported the runners and race organization of the famous and grueling Snowman Race. We chat about the event, the mission that inspired its founding, and mostly the people and how connecting with other cultures makes us better human beings. Climate change affects us all and we really one have that one rock floating in space we call home. LINKS Thomas Reiss on Instagram Snowman Race Thomas Reiss on Singletrack Nate Bender's Snowman Race experience on Storymaps Connect with Singletrack on: Singletrack.fm Instagram Brought to you by Electric Cable Car - your trail and mountain news!

“The Snowman Race mission is to raise awareness about climate change and the plight of people living in high altitude regions.” Clare Gallagher is a professional runner from Boulder CO. In this special Snowman episode, Clare chats with Luis about using an altitude tent, preparing for the Snowman Race, her race history, environmental advocacy, studying marine conservations for her PhD, the Snowman Race mission, her relationship with Patagonia, and winning Western States 100.   Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. Snowmanrace.org GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Clare Gallagher Contact Info: Website: https://www.clare.run Ultra Sign Up Results: https://ultrasignup.com/results_participant.aspx?fname=Clare&lname=Gallagher Strava: https://stories.strava.com/articles/clare-gallagher-on-a-mission-to-protect-the-trails-she-conquers Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

“I'm expecting to find adventure, and an incredible culture. I am incredible curious about the country and the people, the customs. I love travelling and this is just such an absolutely special part of the world to be invited to visit.” Kelly Halpin is a professional mountain runner from Jackson Hole, Wyoming. In this special Snowman Race episode, Kelly chats with Luis about her career, why she prefers solo unsupported runs, her writings, the gear she is going to bring, the food, archery, and what she is looking forward to. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. Snowmanrace.org GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Kelly Halpin Contact Info: Website: KellyHalpin.com Intagram: @kyehalpin Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com    

“You have to think about it, you know. How are you going to be like after 10 hours.” Kaori Niwa is a professional trail runner from Japan. In this special Snowman episode, hear Kaori chat with Luis about where she grew up, how she got into running, her running accomplishments, what her goals are, what she is excited about, and what gear she carries on a run. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. Snowmanrace.org GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Kaori Niwa Contact Info: https://www.facebook.com/demochan0505 https://www.instagram.com/demochan0809/ https://lakebiwa100.com/en/ Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

“They care a lot about their environment and their natural resources and sustainability. They are one of the countries with the lowest carbon footprint per person in the world and I think they clearly have a message to bring out to the world.” Pascal Egli is a professional trail and sky runner from Norway. In this special Snowman Race episode, Pascal chats with Luis about how he got into running, what is sky running, what is the Snowman Race, what his expectations are running in the Snowman Race, what races he has coming up, the nature of glaciers, and global warming. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. Snowmanrace.org GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com HAMMER NUTRITION show code: Roaddoghn20 Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.hammernutrition.com DRYMAX show code: Roaddog2020  Listeners get a special 15% off at https://www.drymaxsports.com/products/ Allwedoisrun.com Pascal Egli Contact Info: eglipascal@gmx.net IG @pascalegli www.pascalegli.com linktr.ee/pascaegli Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

Rich Potter and Richard 'Dickie' Davies are both below knee amputees as a result of complex traumas, leading to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. In this episode of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, they share their extraordinary journey as they prepare to take on the most difficult trek in the world: the Snowman Trek in the Himalayas. Their 'Limbitless Expedition' challenge commences this October: 11 mountain passes at altitudes of over 5,500m, with Rich & Rich aiming to cover the 200 miles in less than 40 days, led by guides from Breathe Bhutan. We are also joined by Carla Bickerstaffe of Carla Bickerstaffe Sports Massage and Jenny Lane of Jenny Lane Sports Massage Therapy who talk about their time working with Rich & Rich, including at the Invictus Games, a international multi-sport event first held in 2014, for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women, both serving and veterans. Diving into both the physical and mental challenges Rich & Rich face, this episode reveals their preparation strategies, and the invaluable support from their therapists. We also hear about the charitable causes they are supporting through their expedition: the Royal British Legion and Blesma, The Limbless Veterans charity, who offer support, advice, and camaraderie to limbless and injured veterans and service personnel as they rebuild their lives. Join us as we explore their inspiring stories of resilience, teamwork, and the quest to set a world record. For those moved by their journey, we provide information on how you can support their cause through the Just Giving pages.  Don't miss this powerful and uplifting episode! Chapter Markers:  00:00:00 - Welcome to the Sports Therapy Association Podcast 00:02:32 - The Snowman Trek Challenge 00:06:34 - Finding Purpose After The Invictus Games 00:16:02 - Invictus Games: A New Chapter 00:20:30 - Life Changes Through Sport 00:28:31 - The Role of Soft Tissue Therapy 00:33:00 - Questions from the Audience 00:36:21 - Preparing for the Trek 00:45:57 - Final Thoughts and Gratitude Useful Links Limbitless Expedition Website Rich Potter Just Giving Page Rich Davies Just Giving Page Blesma Website British Royal Legion Website Want to join the live recordings? Episodes of the Sports Therapy Association podcast are recorded live every TUESDAY at 8pm on the Sports Therapy Association YOUTUBE CHANNEL and FACEBOOK page. Everyone is welcome - you do not have to be an STA member! If you cannot join us live, be sure to subscribe to the 'Sports Therapy Association Podcast' on all popular podcast apps to be notified when new episodes are available. Please Support Our Podcast! If you appreciate what we do, please take a couple of minutes to leave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. It really does make all the difference in helping us reach out to a larger audience. iPhone users you can do this from your phone, Android users you will need to do it from iTunes. Questions? Email: matt@thesta.co.uk

Beth is a traveler first and foremost. With 35 years of travel experience, each year she spends three to four months abroad, combining her love of adventure with vacation and business.  For 15 years she has been running WanderTours, focusing on women-only tours, where she encourages and inspires women to dive deep into cultures and to challenge themselves by getting out of their comfort zone. She recently discovered running and, at age 50, ran her first marathon. She then discovered ultra-running and has been using these as an excuse to explore remote destinations around the globe that few people ever see. Most recently she completed the Grand Slam Plus with Racing the Planet. This consisted of running five 250K stage races across four deserts: the Gobi in Mongolia, the Atacama in Chile, the Namib in Namibia, Antarctica and, the one non-desert race, a run across the country of Georgia.  While many people have completed these races, she is part of a small group of competitors (only seven women!) who have completed them in a year's time (OK, slightly longer due to Covid). *** We first spoke with Beth - Feb 11th 2020 - Running her 1st Marathon at 50, completing the Snowman Trek in Bhutan.  ***  Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement.  Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Beth Whitman and what she does Speaking with Beth at the end of 2019 where she shared more about running her first marathon and completing the Snowman Trek in Bhutan.  Going back to the start of 2020 4 desert races - with Racing the Planet  Wanting to run these 4races in 1 year (Namib Race (Namibia), Gobi March (Mongolia), Atacama Crossing (Chile) and The Last Desert (Antarctica)) Continuing to run and train, even when races and borders were getting closed Not knowing what was going on, and continuing to hope that the race would go on.  Running every street in your city/neighbourhood   Having a purpose to get up every day and go running The rules of the ‘running every street' The mental side of always being ‘on' while running  The challenges of running a tour company during covid Dealing with uncertainty  Her first race - running Georgia (country) in 2021 Dealing with stress Using mediation and becoming more aware of her thoughts Needing to know what was happening and starting to doom scroll Becoming more aware of her habits Cutting back on caffeine and sugar Moving on quickly from each trip/race Needing to spend more time in reflection and appreciation for what's been achieved Revenge travel Having 7 weeks between the Georgia race and the next ultra in Namibia Fuelling ultra marathons being a mostly vegan  Magical moments and highlights from running  Running in Antarctica and the challenges with the terrain and weather The mental struggle and thinking that she wasn't going to be able to carry on while running in the desert What kept her going during the tough times How to find out more about Beth and her tours Being most active on Facebook Final words of advice Having something to look forward to  The power of making a plan  Why you are capable of so much more than you think    Social Media   Website: www.WanderlustAndLipstick.com  www.WanderTours.com    Instagram: @bethwhitwa @wandertours_pics   Facebook: @bethwhitwa    

On Episode 57 we extend our post-race coverage of The Snowman Race which was held in the Kingdom of Bhutan and billed as "The Ultimate Race for Climate Action" highlights how climate and weather events are affecting some of the most remote villages in the region. Thomas Reiss, an accomplished Ultra Runner in his own right took the reigns as the International Athlete Manager for the Snowman Race and he discusses this race of a lifetime that follows the trail of the famous Snowman Trek, which has been completed by fewer people than Everest. The audacious event appropriately turns up the heat, focused as it is on Climate Change. Thomas' Running Records: 50k - 3:12.32 50 mile - 5:56.17 100 mile - 18:05 10,000m - 31:51 (Track, 1996) 800m - 1:58:2 - (Track, 1995) Halfmarathon - 1:09:10 (Road, 1998) 3Days/3Marathons, 8:43:19 (Road, Altitude, 2006) Results on Ultra Sign Up: https://ultrasignup.com/results_participant.aspx?fname=Thomas&lname=Reiss Thomas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thomas.rei55/ Snowman Race: https://snowmanrace.org/ Snowman Race on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/snowmanrace/ Thomas' Web Site: https://thomasreiss.com https://kraftwerkdesign.com (Thomas' real job) Faster Forward Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/fasterforwardshow https://instagram.com/troybusot

Nate is a trail runner and climate activist based in Missoula, Montana. His personal and professional focus is to use both his voice as a mountain athlete and skills in marketing & data science to catalyze a climate-friendly world.He races occasionally, but primarily specializes in fastest known time (FKT) challenges and loves the creative process of dreaming up new linkups. His most recent FKT was the first-known continuous linkup of the tallest peaks in Glacier National Park, Montana; a solo, unsupported six-day effort covering 150 miles and nearly 60k feet of ascent.Nate holds a master's degree in Resource Conservation — which focuses on the social science of climate action — and is currently in an additional master's degree in Business Analytics. He is a member of the Protect Our Winters Athlete Alliance and also works as the Marketing Director for Footprints Running, a nonprofit climate action incubator. These backgrounds and passions made Nate a perfect candidate for the The Snowman Race, which follows the trail of the famous Snowman Trek, which has been completed by fewer people than Everest. Covering 126 miles (203 kilometers) through the wild and challenging terrains with mountain passes as high as 17,946 feet (5470M) the Snowman Race is an ultra-marathon, challenging the world's fittest and most elite runners to help raise awareness of the impacts of climate change. Nate's info: Instagram: @natebender10Personal website: 10peaksbeforelunch.comFootprints climate action incubator website: runfootprints.org The Snowman Race: snowmanrace.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

“I've been able to do ultra races all over the world. That's my jam and I've traveled to pretty much every continent now and I have never come to a place where the community really gets behind the philosophy of happiness.” In this special episode, Luis and guest host Claire Perks have conversations with the many athletes of the Snowman Race and the good folks supporting its efforts. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com Allwedoisrun.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

“Open your hearts to the mountains and the people and the lakes and the rivers.” Hello From Bhutan is the first podcast to come out of Bhutan ft. everything you should know and did not know you should know from the land of Gross National Happiness. The show is hosted by Bhutanese journalist, Namgay Zam. Listen in as they interview each other and include a chief tourism office member about the visiting Bhutan. Hear about the Snowman Race, climate change, tourism and running. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. GO SLEEVES: https://gokinesiologysleeves.com Allwedoisrun.com Namgay Zam Contact Info: FB: https://www.facebook.com/hellofrombht Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uX9Hh8yE6RNYEY2BC7RcK Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

“Less people have done the Snowman Trek than Mount Everest.” Clint Welch, Jack Rosenfeld, Tom Reiss, and Chris Clemens all join Luis for this special dual podcast with Beer On The Run. Hear the gang discuss beer, running, Snowman Race, climate change, elevation, wildlife in Bhutan, and drinking yak milk. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. https://snowmanrace.org Chris Clemens Snowman Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5VvVRavO0I Allwedoisrun.com Tom Reiss Contact Info: IG: https://www.instagram.com/thomas.rei55/ Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

“Snowman Trek is actually very popular and I would say the most difficult trekking route in the world.” Luis flies to the Kingdom of Bhutan to get ready for the Snowman Race. Follow Luis over several weeks as he journeys 222 kilometers through the Bhutanese mountains as he makes all the final arrangements for the Snowman Race. Luis is marking the course, chatting with locals along the way, seeing the effects of climate change, learning about horses, and hard yak cheese. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. Snowman Race Bhutan: https://snowmanrace.org Orcutt Trails 2022: https://www.active.com/santa-maria-ca/running/distance-running-races/orcutt-trails-2022?int=72-3-A1 Allwedoisrun.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com

“Snowman race follows the most difficult and the longest trekking trail and track. So, it is approximately 222 kilometers which is 138 miles.” Luis flies to the Kingdom of Bhutan to get ready for the Snowman Race. Follow Luis over several weeks as he journeys 222 kilometers through the Bhutanese mountains as he makes all the final arrangements for the Snowman Race. Luis is marking the course, chatting with locals along the way. Support Road Dog Podcast by: 1. Joining the Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/roaddogpodcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast on whatever platform you listen on. Snowman Race Bhutan: https://snowmanrace.org Orcutt Trails 2022: https://www.active.com/santa-maria-ca/running/distance-running-races/orcutt-trails-2022?int=72-3-A1 Allwedoisrun.com Luis Escobar (Host) Contact: luis@roaddogpodcast.com Luis Instagram Kevin Lyons (Producer) Contact: kevin@roaddogpodcast.com yesandvideo.com Music: Slow Burn by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Original RDP Photo: Photography by Kaori Peters kaoriphoto.com Road Dog Podcast Adventure With Luis Escobar www.roaddogpodcast.com

I had the honour and pleasure to sit down and speak to photographer, Roberta Marroquin, about how she got into photography, travelling, and her secret of sustaining her long career. Coming from Monterrey, Mexico, we discussed what it was like growing up in Mexico. We discussed her education and why photography was such a passion for her from an early age. Roberta discussed going to university and studying in England and France, of all places, to learn her trade. Roberta talked to me about graduating and making it into the field by freelancing at the beginning to build up a portfolio and moving across to New York in 2008 to pursue a one-year certificate programme at the International Center of Photography. Ever since then, she has lived in the city and lived her dream. We also spoke about the key to sustaining a long career as a photographer and where she sees the industry as it is today and its future. We spoke about some of her travelling assignments as she has travelled to places like Syria, China, Bhutan, Kenya, and Japan. We talked about The Snowman Trek she did in Bhutan and how that was one of her most challenging and most satisfying moments in her travelling and photography career. Roberta and I discussed what she does outside of her work and travel. All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed my talk with Roberta, and I look forward to seeing what else she has to offer in the world of photography. Perhaps one day, we can be on an assignment taking photographs together. You can also watch the episode on my YouTube channel (https://youtu.be/OCwGdrl2Wrk). For people with hearing impairment, subtitles are available on YouTube. #photography #photographer #travelphotography #travelpodcast #podcast ... Stay connected with Roberta. website https://robertamarroquin.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robertamarroquin Twitter https://twitter.com/roberta_photo ... Stay connected with me. Website https://shebsthewanderer.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shebsthewanderer/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ShebsAlom Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shebsthewanderer/

Ben Clark is a mountaineer, adventurer, and film maker. Ben was the second youngest American to summit Mount Everest. I first learned of his work when he documented a speed record on the Snowman Trek in Bhutan. He shared stories about his films and his travels to Bhutan, Oman, China, Everest, and more. Check out Ben Clark: https://www.facebook.com/bclarkmtn/ https://www.instagram.com/bclarkmtn/ Support TVTV on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thevoyagesoftimvetter

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Wildcast This episode was recorded in May and I talk to Mary Anne Potts and Ben Clark from Ben's ancestral home in Tennessee. Mary Anne is of course the former editor of National Geographic Adventure and with a real wealth in experience covering adventure and outdoor stories over the last 20 years her insight into the adventure space and the changes that have happened in the last 20 years is seen from the eye of a journalist watching some of the best outdoor athletes and some of the biggest adventures the world has seen in the last 2 decades. Ben is a film maker and an accomplished outdoorsman he was the second youngest person to summit Everest many years ago and is now known for his trail running films like the Snowman Trek where they ran through 300 kilometers of Himalayan Mountains in Bhutan with Anna Frost and Timothy Olson, he also produces Run around the World a trail running series with Jason Schlarb and Meredith Edwards. They share with me their flight from New York and how they see outdoor and adventure evolving post pandemic and what we can all look forward to in the adventure space in the coming months and years. An incredibly insightful conversation with both of them who I can say each bring a different perspective to the experience of the outdoors -they are very much alike but also very unique in what they bring to the outdoor and adventure space and i truly enjoyed picking their brains in this fruitful conversation. You can find them on the following platforms: Instagram: Ben: @bclarkmtn MAP: @maryannepotts Facebook: Ben: https://www.facebook.com/bclarkmtn/ MAP: https://www.facebook.com/maryannepotts ---- We are working towards making the Wildcast more sustainable by creating avenues where listeners can help us continue to provide you all with these amazing conversations so you can show your support for the Wildcast by buying us a coffee through www.buymeacoffee.com/Wildcast. This helps us invest in better equipment, allow us to host the podcast online, and create better content for all of you listeners. SUPPORT THE WILDCAST BY BUYING US A COFFEE: www.buymeacoffee.com/Wildcast

Beth in her own words…. I’ve traveled a lot and have had what many would consider some pretty adventurous trips. I’ve completed (twice) the 25-day, 220-mile Snowman Trek in Bhutan (one of the most difficult treks in the world), climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and reached the top at 19,341 feet, finished marathons in Hawaii, Tokyo, Portland and Seattle. I ran my first marathon at 50, ran five marathons that year (including two back-to-back marathons where one was an ultra at 31 miles), ran the Seattle Quadzilla (four marathons in four days) and have qualified for the Boston Marathon twice. I’m currently working on my next book, Be Bold: Discover Your Best Self Through Travel and Adventure. I’ve also written a guide For Women Traveling to India. In 2019, I ran the Epic5 Ultra (5 ultras in 5 days on 5 Hawaiian islands).  In 2020, I am running the 4 Deserts which consists of running 155 miles over six days in four deserts–the Gobi, the Namib, the Atacama and Antarctica.  Show notes Where her love of travel came from Being inspired by the National Geographic  Growing up in New Jersey, USA Starting to travel while in college Travelling to India for her first big trip Wanting to move closer to Asia Bringing a unique perspective on female solo travel Being able to be alone for long periods of time Travelling in the 90s  Not having structure while travelling  Starting her website in 2006 Encouraging other women to travel solo Starting a tour company Having the opportunity to lead a tour to Bhutan Fears of travel Victim blaming  The kindness of strangers The places she goes back to over and over again Getting into running Staring running at 45/46 P90X Training for the Snowman trek in Bhutan The limiting stories we tell ourselves  Deciding to run her first marathon at 50! Running 4 marathons in 4 days Running Epic 5 - 5 - 50k on 5 different islands What the Snowman Trek was like! - 220 miles, 25 day trek in Bhutan The physical and mental challenges of the trek Getting use to the repetition of the journey  How it changes when you are responsible for a group of people of the trek How journalling helped Why you have to keep on moving forward and to keep a good attitude. Epic 5 Ultra 2019 The 4 Deserts Race in 2020 Be Bold…. Expectations versus reality.. Training for the 4 deserts race - with the fist race happening in April 2020 She’s Bold Podcast  Final words of advice from Beth Social Media Personal Website - https://wanderlustandlipstick.com Website Wander Tours- https://wandertours.com  Be Bold Podcast - http://beboldpodcast.com  Facebook - @ShesBoldPodcast  Instagram - @wandergal  @bethwhitwa      

Snowman Trek je přes 300 kilometrů dlouhá trasa vedoucí odlehlými horami malého himálajského království Bhútán. Trek je to náročný, a to hlavně finančně.

Beth Whitman is a contemporary wanderer with nearly 30 years of mostly solo travel. She has made a name for herself as a women’s travel expert and is committed to encouraging women to travel more and expand their beliefs in what they are capable of. She talks about her favorite moments in adventure and the best places she has visited, her mission to give back and support women, and why she is such an advocate for solo travel. Join Lisa at the Womenspeak International Festival in Sedona May 17-19 Super Power U Facebook Page She’s Bold Podcast Interview with Lisa on She's Bold Highlights: So much of the work Beth does now is giving back to other women to see the world and flourish. She saw opportunities that her mother didn’t have, and wants to create possibility in others. Beth started challenging herself with solo travel and combined her love of riding a motorcycle with travel to show women it is possible to do that type of trip. One of Beth’s favorite things about international travel is the connection it creates between her and the people providing help and guidance. A few of Beth’s favorite countries are Bhutan, Papa New Guinea, and Australia. Travel provides an experience where we are stripped from our everyday life, and it opens us to be so much more in tune with the world around us. Beth did P90X to get in shape for her SnowMan Trek, which led her to train for a marathon. She is always busting limiting beliefs about her capabilities and stretching her own personal limitations. You can be both adventurous and safe at the same time. It is important when traveling to be respectful to the people living in the community, and boldness doesn’t have to mean fearless. Quotes: “Being able to travel and get out my home life was the key.” “When your desire is greater than your fear, that is the switch.” “I like to challenge myself and the idea of not doing something is crazier to me than actually doing it.” “The world is a wonderful, amazing place.” Life Lessons: Never say never. Be aware of the stories you tell yourself and the words you speak. Mentioned in This Episode: WanderTours Wanderlust and Lipstick P90X

Another episode of IRUN4Ultra's Podcast what a powerhouse of a guest did we had! Anna Frost, or Frosty as many know her as, is a passionate runner with many interests... and since 2004 she has managed to combine two of those passions....running and travelling....and turned them into a very successful career. Anna has set many records and gotten many wins under her belt. To name a few she won and set records at TNF 50mile Championship, Table Mountain Challenge in south africa, Everest Marathon, TransVulcania – La Palma, Bear100, Nolans 14, Snowman Trek to name just a few. She has also won many prestigious races like the Coastal Challenge – Costa Rica, Hardrock100, Leadville 1/2 Marathon, Speed Goat 50km, and Transrockies....the list is long! In addition, Anna prides herself on being more than just a runner, but a woman of many passions and she spoke to IRUN4Ultra about them. Photo Credit: Merrell #irun4ultra LIKE/COMMENT/SHARE/FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i... Website https://irun4ultra.org/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/irun4ultra/?... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/irun4ultra/ Twitter https://twitter.com/irun4ultra Vimeo https://vimeo.com/irun4ultra

On this week's episode we sit down for a chat with Everest summiteer, big mountain skier, and filmmaker Ben Clark, who talks about what it is like to climb and ski in the Himalaya. Ben also tells us about his documentary film "The Snowman Trek" during which he and a team of ultrarunners set a new speed record on one of the toughest trails in the world. But first, we start the show with adventure news, and of course wrap it up with some reviews of our favorite gear items we're currently using. 

  In this episode, Sara talks with Beth Whitman about working odd jobs and saving every penny to travel the world before taking the leap and founding her own travel company. Beth shares her views on "confidence" and talks about how to tune out the opinions of others and tap into one's own, inner guidance. Through her brands WanderTours, Wanderlust and Lipstick, and Be Bold, Beth writes travel books, leads trips and culinary adventures across the world, delivers public talks and hosts her own podcast.   Sara and Beth discuss: Attending Kadampa Meditation Center in Seattle together Beth starting out as a disc jockey after studying media & communications Moving to Seattle from New Jersey Working 2-3 jobs at a time to save money to travel Deciding she should get a "real job" Landing a tech startup job that paid more than she'd ever made before Meeting her husband on the job The company going under just after she'd started Taking a sales job at a foreign language learning company Making a six figure salary with only 2 weeks of vacation and no time to travel Her husband convincing her to leave her "soul-sucking" job Writing her first book, "Wanderlust and Lipstick: The Essential Guide for Women Traveling Solo" The story she'd told herself for years that kept her from pursuing her dreams Writing her second book, "Wanderlust and Lipstick: For Women Traveling to India" Gaining national attention in USA Today Women asking her to lead tours Giving in The question she asks herself when she encounters mental road blocks Her thoughts on "confidence" Using meditation to look at possibilities from a new angle Holding herself back for ten years because of comparison People's fears about her riding a motorcycle from Seattle to Panama A trick she plays on her brain to achieve her goals How she narrows her focus Her favorite part of owning her own business How travel impacts her travelers' lives Self-care on the road Her support system Learning from the guests on her "Be Bold" podcast Getting inspired by books from Tony Robbins and Brené Brown The messages we receive as women about what we should or shouldn't do Others' silent lack of support Meditation resources: Dan Harris' "10% Happier" podcast Dan Harris' "Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics" book Insight Timer app Sara's meditation recommendation: "Live Awake" podcast How Beth navigated her career transition, financially The idea that travel is "extravagant" How to know yourself deeply and what you want from life Journaling resource: The Artists Way by Julia Cameron Resisting distractions like social media Beth's life philosophy Sara's mission ...and more Beth's full bio: With nearly 30 years of travel under her belt, Beth Whitman has made a name for herself as a women’s travel expert. When she realized that not all women have the confidence or know-how to travel independently, Beth wrote "Wanderlust and Lipstick: The Essential Guide for Women Traveling Solo" and, later, "Wanderlust and Lipstick: For Women Traveling to India". Through her company, WanderTours, Beth regularly leads trips to India, Papua New Guinea, Bhutan, Vietnam and Cambodia, Burma, Thailand and Laos, Bali and Java, Tanzania and Ireland. She also leads culinary tours through New Orleans, Santa Fe and her hometown, Seattle. Beth speaks regularly at events throughout the world, as well—all with the goal of inspiring would-be travelers into action to live a life that helps them become better versions of themselves. Beth Whitman is a true example of a woman who went for it, having completed the 25-day, 220-mile Snowman Trek in Bhutan—one of the most difficult treks in the world—not once, but twice. She has driven the AlCan Highway to Alaska twice, as well. She has climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and reached the top at 19,341 feet. After telling herself she wasn't a runner, she ran her first marathon at age 50, completed five marathons that year, and then went on to run four back-to-back marathons over Thanksgiving weekend. That’s four marathons in four days in what's known as the Seattle Quadzilla. And last, but certainly not least, she has ridden a motorcycle solo from Seattle to Panama.   Connect with Beth: Podcast: http://beboldpodcast.com   Websites: http://wandertours.com, http://wanderlustandlipstick.com  Facebook Pages: https://www.facebook.com/WanderTours, https://www.facebook.com/WanderlustandLipstick  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beboldgroup  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wandergal 

Beth Whitman is the editor and mind behind Wanderlust and Lipstick, where she bills herself as a contemporary wanderer and women’s travel expert, leading women-only and coed adventure tours that go from places like Santa Fe to Bhutan and New Guinea. Once upon a time, Beth took a 3 month trip around the US at age 20, an experience that would catalyze her career in travel and a desire to venture further into the world. Today, she is no stranger to adventure having completed the Snowman Trek in Bhutan, ridden a motorcycle from the Pacific Northwest to Panama, and backpacked all over Asia and Oceania. Beth and I met briefly at The White House Summit for Study Abroad and Global Citizenship and in this episode, you'll get to know her further. Become a Friend of the Show: Please subscribe and review! It just takes a second and you can help the show increase its rankings on iTunes just by this simple and quick gesture. We’d be grateful for a review. Leave one here. If you do, click here to let me know so I can personally thank you! Your Feedback If you have an idea for a podcast you would like to see or a question about an upcoming episode, email me! I’d love to hear from you. Thank you so much for your support! The post 203: Building a Travel Career with Beth Whitman appeared first on The Daily Travel Podcast.