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| 23 Sep 2024 | 150. Why More Women are Choosing Wool Underwear with Deanne Buck | 00:35:30 | |
Are there hidden chemicals lurking in our underwear? If you listened to the 10-part Forever Chemicals series we released earlier this year, you'll know that dangerous chemicals like PFAS can enter our clothing, including our underwear.Ā The issue is that chemicals like PFAS and BPA are known endocrine disruptors, impacting our hormones. If you're an active individual, those chemicals can be absorbed into some of the most delicate parts of your body.Ā I'm excited to share a conversation I had with Deanne Buck, the current president of BRANWYN, to help explain how these chemicals end up in our underwear and how we can avoid them.Ā Deanne is a driving force behind BRANWYN, based in Bend, Oregon. She is passionate about the world's first ethically sourced, naturally sustainable Performance Innerwear explicitly designed for active women. Deanne's commitment to storytelling and community empowerment is reflected in BRANWYN's ethos, "Find A Way," which inspires women to embrace their unique needs through thoughtfully designed apparel. With a focus on sustainability and social impact, BRANWYN not only revolutionizes women's innerwear but also champions the development of self-confidence in girls and women through outdoor activities and movement. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- BRANWYN Website: https://alnk.to/fHmk4RM Blog: https://alnk.to/clXVrmX Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/branwynofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/branwynofficial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branwynofficial *This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission if you make a purchase using these links. | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | 113. Can We Change How We Grow Food? with Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn | 00:45:40 | |
In episode 113 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I interview author Elizabeth Hilborn, about her new book Restoring Eden. The book is at once a riveting environmental detective story, an inspiring account of citizen advocacy, and a gorgeous ode to the fragile ecosystems that nourish us, both physically and spiritually. Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn is a veterinarian who specializes in honey bee medicine. She uses her veterinary training and broad scientific expertise to shine a light on the interconnectedness of all life; she fully recognizes the power of the pollinator/plant partnership that supports, sustains, and nurtures life on earth. An avid gardener and fruit grower, for decades sheās fed family and friends with fresh produce from her familyās farm in central North Carolina. For over 25 years, sheās served as an environmental health scientist with the US Environmental Protection Agency where she studies and writes in scientific journals about the health effects of water pollution. --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: ā ā ā ā ā https://dioritegear.com/ā ā ā ā ā YouTube: ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegearā ā ā ā ā Facebook: ā ā ā ā ā https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089931191484ā ā ā ā ā Instagram: ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ā ā ā ā ā Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- Restoring Eden: Unearthing the Agribusiness Secret That Poisoned My Farming Community Website: https://elizabethhilborn.com/ Order Book atĀ BookshopĀ orĀ Amazon --------------- Related Episodes 21. Are We Loving the Land to Death? with Tom Sadler 41. Protecting the Fragile Plants of Desert Landscapes with Jessica Esplin 54. Why We Need Nature with Kenny Peavy 65. The Biodiversity in your Backyard with Dillon Jones --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 10 Mar 2024 | FOREVER CHEMICALS: A Brief History of How PFAS Poisoned the World | 00:33:46 | |
PFAS are a large class of chemicals that have been used since the late 1930s. What makes them particularly hazardous is that they are persistent and difficult to break down. That means all the PFAS that have even been created still exist today. In the first episode of this ten-part series, we learned the history of how PFAS was created. In episode two, we get a better understanding of just how dangerous PFAS chemicals are and how a series of lawsuits brought these health hazards to light. Subscribe to the Forever Chemicals Podcast to hear the full series: ā https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forever-chemicals/id1724693010ā Guests featured in this episode: - Arlene Blum, ā Green Science Policy Institute ā - Mike Schade, ā Toxic Free Futureā - Stefan Posner, ā textile and polymer chemistā - Scott Wilson, ā Regenesis Environmental Remediationā - James Pollock, ā Marten Law LLP - Philippe Grandjean, environmental epidemiologist If you want to learn more about what PFAS are, where they are found, the proven health effects, how you can limit your exposure, up to date news on PFAS, and how to get involved in PFAS regulatory efforts visitĀ OrĀ Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā : ā https://gofund.me/77aac225ā ----------------------- Snaplinc Consulting provided expert fact checking and guidance for the creation of this podcast. Snaplinc Consulting provides corporate sustainability strategies and ESG support across a broad range of industries including apparel, footwear, home furnishings, software, cosmetics, professional services and more. Head to ā snaplincconsulting.comā to learn more and contact the experts to guide you through complex topics like CSRD, PFAS, greenhouse gas assessments, SBTi, CDP, EcoVadis, B Corp and many more compliance and certification frameworks. ------------------------- Sources Belisle, John. 1978. Central Analytical Laboratory Report 6867. Contributed by Sharon Lerner (The Intercept). Retrieved from ā https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/4575547-1978-PFOS-monkey-studyā Environmental Working Group. (n.d.). For Decades, Polluters Knew PFAS Chemicals Were Dangerous But Hid Risks From Public. Retrieved from ā https://www.ewg.org/research/decades-polluters-knew-pfas-chemicals-were-dangerous-hid-risks-publicā Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. (n.d.). Industrial wastewater treatment technology. Retrieved from ā https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/gp3-06.pdfā The Intercept. (2015, August 11). The Teflon Toxin: DuPont and the Chemistry of Deception. Retrieved from https://theintercept.com/2015/08/11/dupont-chemistry-deception/ Toxic-Free Future. (n.d.). Breast Milk Study. Retrieved from https://toxicfreefuture.org/research/breast-milk-study/ | |||
| 23 May 2022 | 37. Tips for a Low-Waste Thru-Hike with Ana Lucia Valencia | 00:39:47 | |
Is a zero-waste backpacking trip possible? What about a zero-waste thru-hike? Well, you are about to find out. In episode 37 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get to hear tips on how to have a low-waste thru-hike from someone that has done it: Ana LucĆa Valencia Ana LucĆa (aka Eco) is a hiker from Mexico who in 2021 set out to complete a zero-waste thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. Her love for being outdoors has made her develop a close and respectful relationship with nature; she wishes to share and inspire others to do the same. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST WASTE FREE PCT: https://www.instagram.com/wastefreepct LEARN MORE ABOUT ANA'S JOURNEY: https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/trash-thru-hiking-waste/ BACKPACKING MEALS: https://www.fernwehfoodco.com/ | |||
| 06 May 2024 | 132. What Skiing Taught Me About Taking Business Risks with Ted Ligety | 00:28:05 | |
In episode 132 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we finally enter the world of snowsports and skiing with one of America's skiing legends, Ted Ligety.Ā Ted Ligety is one of America's greatest ski racers of all time. The two-time Olympic Champion revolutionized ski racing as an athlete. Now, he's taking that energy, meticulous approach to craft, and ability to assess risk into a new venue: producing ski gear.Ā Working with MIT, Ted has built ski goggles and protection that live up to his lofty expectations as a ski racer. Surviving and thriving on injected tracks during the World Cup demands a helmet that protects and goggles that enhance visibility in all conditions. Ted's hand-built brand, SHRED Optics, is moving the needle. He's an open book and will bring a fresh POV about building products from scratch.Ā GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- Ted Ligety Instagram: www.instagram.com/ted_ligety/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/tedligety YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/shredit64/about Team USA: https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/ted-ligety SHRED Optics Website: https://shredoptics.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shredoptics/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SHREDoptics/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SHREDoptic | |||
| 07 Feb 2022 | 22. How to do a Waste Audit with Zƶe Serrano | 00:45:39 | |
In episode 22 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss how to perform a waste audit in your home. Now, this same concept can be applied on a larger scale in businesses, but we are going to focus on how to do this as an individual consumer. In the Outdoor Minimalist book, set to be released Sept 1, 2022, I also discuss a waste audit to move towards low waste backpacking. So if you are someone that likes to have tips like these written out or on had to reference, here's the link to pre-order a copy of the book: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781493063994/Outdoor-Minimalist-Waste-Less-Hiking-Backpacking-and-Camping For those that aren't sure what a waste audit is, essentially, it is a survey of the waste created in any waste stream. So, of course, this is going to be larger for businesses and factories, but each individual also creates waste along the waste stream. Iāve found that evaluating the amount of waste you are actually producing is a good mental exercise. It doesnāt mean that you have to or will even be able to eliminate waste completely in your life, but it can show you the amount of trash you produce on a day-to-day basis. In my life, Iāve found it helps prevent the āout of sight, out of mindā mindset. It keeps me accountable for how I handle my trash, but I also have to be mindful not to hyperfocus on perfection. Thereās a lot to unpack when it comes to waste audits, and thatās why Iām excited to have Zƶe Serrano on the show to help explain it all in more detail. Zƶe Serrano is a recent college graduate and environmental activist who is living in Portland, Oregon. She currently runs a blog called Cut the Crap, which aims to provide accessible ways to both make sustainable changes, as well as realistically take action in the climate movement. Besides running her website, she enjoys hiking the beautiful Pacific Northwest, volunteering, and hanging out with her cats and husband. Zƶe is moving into studying environmental policy, and is enjoying collaborating with other inspiring activists from all over the world. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST CUT THE CRAP WEBSITE: https://www.cuthecrap.org/ GOAL SETTING WORKSHEET: https://www.cuthecrap.org/post/beginning-the-path-to-a-more-sustainable-you INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/keep_cuttingthecrap/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/keepcuttingthecrap/ ----------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES https://climaterealitypdx.com/ https://earth911.com/home-garden/conducting-home-waste-audit-part-1/ https://mygreenmontgomery.org/project/conduct-a-home-waste-audit/ | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | 115. Buying Used vs Made from Recycled Materials: What's More Sustainable? with Emme Hayes | 00:32:42 | |
In episode 115 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I sat down to chat with Emme Hayes, the founder of Articles in Common. During our conversation, we learned a lot about one another and just how much we actually had in common, including our thoughts on buying used gear and keeping products in circulation for as long as possible. Since buying used is a topic Iāve explored with other guests in the past, it was fun to take a new direction with Emme and compare how recycling gear and textiles may or may not fit into what we view as a circular production model.Ā Emme Hayes is the founder of Articles In Common, an online marketplace for outdoor gear and apparel. As a climate activist, I was disappointed when I learned that the outdoor apparel industry was growing at a rate that would diminish our progress to net zero. Frustrated by the limitations of trade-in programs offered by outdoor brands, I wanted an easy way to send in gear that offered a transparent marketplace for outdoorists and athletes alike. --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://dioritegear.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā YouTube: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegearā ā ā ā ā ā Facebook: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089931191484ā ā ā ā ā ā Instagram: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ā ā ā ā ā ā Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- Articles in Common Website: https://articlesincommon.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/articlesincommon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/articlesincommon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@articlesincommon Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/articlesincommon --------------- Related Episodes 3. How to Identify Sustainable Product Materials with Mary Swanson 12. What's the Deal with Natural Fibers in the Outdoor Industry? with John Gage 42. Is Buying Used Outdoor Gear Worth It? 58. The Truth About Recycled Apparel with Bill Johnston 72. Whatās the Deal with Deadstock? with Nicole Wilson 93. How to Identify Your Gear Needs with Alisha McDarris 101. How Sustainable (and Ethical) is Wool? with Mike Sombery --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | 90. Move Beyond Surviving: Empowering Breast Cancer Survivors with Nature with Dr. Kelly McLean | 00:31:19 | |
In episode 90 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get a look into the healing power of nature from Dr. Kelly McLean, a Surgical Oncologist specializing in treating Breast and Melanoma Cancer at the Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, OH.Ā Ā Kelly is the founder and Board President of Move Beyond Surviving, a non-profit organization designed to help breast cancer survivors move beyond their diagnosis and treatment by challenging themselves in nature.Ā When not operating or spending time outside, she enjoys playing tennis and hanging out with her cats. ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā VENMO: ā @OutdoorMinimalist --------------- Move Beyond Surviving Website: https://movebeyondsurviving.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083498284683 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/move-beyond-surviving/ --------------- Related Episodes #57 Max Your Inspiration, Not Your Impact #81 How Do You Define Adventure? | |||
| 05 Feb 2024 | 124. Build a Community of Activists with Mitch Stevens and Russell Lowes | 00:36:33 | |
In episode 124 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore what it means to be an activist and environmental advocate and how to build a community around conservation.Ā To me, being an activist and environmentalist is simply a part of life. They're not a hobby or second thought because I've always had a strong sense of justice no matter where I lived or the community present in my life. As I've gotten older, I've begun to realize that community makes a huge difference in our mental health and our ability to create meaningful and impactful change.Ā To help explore how you, no matter your location, can begin to take the reigns and tackle some of your area's environmental issues, I had the pleasure of chatting with two gentlemen who, like me, have embodied a life of activism in their community.Ā Mitch Stevens and Russell Lowes have been enjoying the wild lands of America for decades, going back to their elementary school years. Mitch has been the Outings Chair for the Sierra Club's southern Arizona group since the early 2000s. He has led outings throughout the southwest and California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. Mitch also founded Southwest Discoveries, an ecotourism company based in Tucson, Arizona. Russell was involved with about 40 kids from two high schools in Arizona, setting up the first pro-wilderness group in the state. He has been promoting Wilderness Areas since then and has been an avid hiker since age 10. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā --------------- Episode Resources Sierra Club CleanChoice Energy https://cleanchoiceenergy.com/ Southwest Discoveries http://www.southwestdiscoveries.com/ Merlin Bird ID https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ --------------- Related Episodes 44. What is the 30x30 Initiative? with Lexie Grittlefeld 65. The Biodiversity in your Backyard with Dillon Jones 73. Wild Horse Conservation: What's the Problem and How Can We Fix it? with Women in the Wilderness 95. How Much Does Geotagging Matter? with Maddy Marquardt --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 21 Feb 2022 | 24. Identifying Your Needs: Adventure, Gear, and Safety with Moose Mutlow | 00:41:42 | |
In episode 24 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss needs. More specifically personal needs when it comes to adventures, outdoor gear, and safety. During COVID-19, we saw a dramatic influx of new outdoor enthusiasts. This is great for many reasons, but it also means there are a lot more people entering outdoor spaces sometimes with very little knowledge of how to interact with the landscape safely and responsibly. Even if youāre not completely new to outdoor recreation, maybe youāre like me and got into a new outdoor sport in the last couple of years. Anytime I start something new, I always go through a research and discovery process. This might look different for different people, but for me, I like to figure out what I might need, talk to people more experienced, and try things out a few times, adding gear gradually. Getting hyperfocused on gear has its pros and cons, but in my experience, Iāve found it to be more detrimental than not. I could likely rant and rave about gear, marketing, and the psychology of shopping for quite some time, but instead, Iāll let my friend Moose Mutlow take the lead. Moose Mutlow has been active in the outdoors for more than 30 years as an instructor and guide. Currently based in Yosemite National Park he is the senior project director for NatureBridge the largest provider of Environmental Education in the US National Park system. He has a long history of working in Search and Rescue and is a senior trainer for NPS. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST MOOSE MUTLOW WEBSITE: https://www.moosemutlow.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/FLOresources INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/moosemutlow/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-mutlow-9537575/ HIS BOOKS: https://www.moosemutlow.com/book | |||
| 01 Nov 2021 | 8. Adventuring Responsibly with Your Dog with Jen Sotolongo | 00:38:17 | |
Episode Disclaimer: the topic of ecollars (or shock collars) is discussed during this episode. Since the time of recording this episode, I have changed my stance regarding ecollars and no longer use them with any of my dogs. If you listen to later dog-related episodes, you will hear more about R+/Force Free dog training that involves no adverse tools. I encourage owners to do their research and know the potential impacts of using these collars as they can cause harm, especially when they are not used properly. ------------------------ Love to take your pup hiking and camping? Recently adopt a new dog that seems too reactive on walks to ever dream of taking them hiking? Well, we have some news for you! Adventuring with your dog can and should be rewarding for BOTH of you. In episode 8 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I have the pleasure of talking with dog expert, dog lover, and dog mom Jen Sotolongo about how to responsibly take your dog on any outdoor adventure. Jen Sotolongo is the founder of the adventure dog blog, Long Haul Trekkers, and the author of the book, the Essential Guide to Hiking with Dogs. She is working toward becoming a dog trainer so she can help owners live their best lives with their dogs. Jen lives in Portland, OR with her rescued cattle dog mix, Sitka where they spend a lot of time exploring the best trails for running. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------ LONG HAUL TREKKERS WEBSITE: https://longhaultrekkers.com/ LONG HAUL TREKKERS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/longhaultrekkers/ BUY THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HIKING WITH DOGS: https://longhaultrekkers.com/book-2/ OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: https://longhaultrekkers.com/dispose-of-dog-poop/ https://longhaultrekkers.com/the-place-command/ | |||
| 24 Jun 2024 | 139. Creating a More Eco-Conscious Fly Fishing Setup with Kaelyn Canner | 00:32:57 | |
I was chatting with my brother, who is also the audio producer of this podcast, and I mentioned how we have a surprising number of anglers who listen to the show and interact with our content on social media, including YouTube.Ā While I was surprised, he said, āWell, maybe it is because they see all of the pollution and direct impact of the littering and waste while theyāre outside just trying to enjoy the day.āĀ If youāre an angler and you listen to this show, let me know in the Apple podcast review box why you enjoy the podcast and how fishing influences your view of the world.Ā In episode 139, you guessed it, we are talking about fishing!Ā I had a pleasure of sitting down and learning about a unique fly fishing company created by Kaelyn Canner, called Fin River Gear.Ā Kaelyn used her experiences as a female angler working through the trials of learning to fly fish and those of her partner, an experienced conservation-minded angler, to identify some glaring problems with fishing gear and the fishing industry.Ā At Fin River Gear, they research, develop, and market innovative, quality products in an affordable range to remedy current market gaps. They also aim to combat the abundance of plastics, gender and other biases, and antiquated ideas that are so prevalent in the fishing industry. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Fin River Gear Website: https://www.finrivergear.com/store Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finrivergear/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FinRiverGear/ | |||
| 08 May 2024 | BONUS: Get Ready for National Trails Day with the American Hiking Society | 00:10:44 | |
In this special bonus episode, Maggie Peikon, manager of communication for American Hiking Society, is joining me to invite trail users across the country to celebrate the 32nd annual National Trails Day on Saturday, June 1st.Ā From trail stewardship activities, to group hikes, paddles, trail runs, and more, there's so many ways to celebrate the trails with your community. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- American Hiking Society National Trails Day: https://americanhiking.org/national-trails-day/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanHiking/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanhiking/ | |||
| 13 Feb 2025 | The REI Public Land Controversy Explained | 00:17:17 | |
In this bonus episode, I break down the controversy surrounding REIās support for Doug Burgum as the new Secretary of the Interior under the Trump administration. The Outdoor Recreation Roundtableās endorsement of Burgum has sparked backlash, with calls for a boycott of REI. But whatās really happening? We explore Burgumās background as a pro-fossil fuel businessman, his legal battles against the Department of the Interior, and his priorities for public lands. We also analyze REIās role in the conversation, the industryās response, and what this means for conservation efforts moving forward. Finally, we discuss REIās official statement on the issue and share actionable ways to support public lands. Episode Resources: Read the ORR letter: https://recreationroundtable.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ORR-Burgum-Nomination-Letter-of-Support-Final.pdf REI's Recent Statement: https://www.rei.com/newsroom/article/we-will-never-stop-defending-our-public-lands Voice Your Opposition to Burgum's Actions through the REI Cooperative Action Network: https://www.rei.com/action/network/campaign/protect-public-lands Burgum's First Day Orders: https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/secretary-doug-burgum-signs-first-round-secretarys-orders-unleash-american-energy Related Episodes
Sources ProPublica: https://www.propublica.org/article/doug-burgum-north-dakota-interior-department-trump Alaska Wild: https://alaskawild.org/blog/doug-burgum-the-billionaire-governor-turned-trumps-doi-secretary/ Inside Climate News: https://insideclimatenews.org/news/05022025/new-interior-secretary-weakens-public-land-protections-fossil-fuels/ | |||
| 22 May 2023 | 87. Using Minimalism to Reduce Stress with Becca Ploener | 00:28:38 | |
In episode 87 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are returning to the foundational concepts of minimalism and mindfulness. Minimalism looks different for everyone, and our life experiences impact our lifestyle choices. To dive deeper into how minimalism can change how we live our lives and how minimizing your life can effectively reduce stress, I had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Becca Ploener.Ā Becca is a whitewater kayak instructor, health and life coach, She works with women who feel overworked, burnt out, and like they have no time for themselves. She helps bring intention back into folk's lives so that they can reconnect with their true, adventurous, authentic selves and get back to doing the things they love.Ā Ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā VENMO: ā ā @OutdoorMinimalistā --------------- Becca Ploener Website: https://rploener.wixsite.com/beccaploener Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mynormalface/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becca-ploener-1b7105266/ --------------- Related Episodes #18 Finding Minimalism and Connection Through Fly Fishing #40 Becoming Minimalist: Downsizing for Life | |||
| 21 Mar 2022 | 28. How to Poop Outside with Monica Aguilar | 00:32:38 | |
In episode 28 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we talk about the all important topic of pooping in the woods. If youāre a backpacker, in particular, my guess is youāve had countless discussions about poop, and to be honest, same. While poop stories are always entertaining, our main focus in this episode is about how to poop outside the right way, the environmental impacts of it, and various options for doing so. To help me do that, Iād like to introduce Monica Aguilar. Monica is an artist, adventurer, and now recent podcast host of the Shit We Do Outdoors Podcast. She has a passion for human powered long distance travel and has traveled over 6,000 miles on foot and bike. Her travels and love for the outdoors serve as an inspiration for her art which depict many of the places she has traveled to or wishes to go to. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST SHIT WE DO OUTDOORS PODCAST PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/tw/podcast/shit-we-do-outdoors-podcast/id1599311083 INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shitoutdoorspod/ WEBSITE: https://shitoutdoorspod.com/ CHASTING TRAILS ART INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/chasingtrailsart/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/chasingtrailsart WEBSITE: https://chasingtrailsart.com/ ----------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||
| 30 Sep 2024 | 151. You're Never Too Old to Start Camping with Lesa McDermont | 00:25:16 | |
In episode 151 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore the joy of camping at any age!Ā Many guests I've had on the show share their experiences from a young age, getting outside and growing up with a love for nature.Ā But what happens when you don't have a childhood that fosters that connection? How can you get started?Ā Today, we're chatting with the Vice President of Operations at Girl Camper, who shares her journey from novice camper to community leader.Ā Growing up in Nebraska, Lesa's early camping memories were made in a musty canvas tent in her backyard. Though her family wasn't into camping, they spent countless hours outdoors, laying the foundation for her passion. Lesa is a true adventurer at heart, with an impressive background as a golf pro, ski instructor, PADI divemaster, EMT, and lawyer. As Vice President of Operations for Girl Camper, she now oversees business operations and manages the website, all while contributing to the magazine and hosting exciting events. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Girl Camper Website: https://girlcamper.com/ Podcast: https://girlcamper.com/girl-camper-podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@girlcamper1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girl_camper/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CampLikeAGirl/ | |||
| 15 Aug 2022 | 49. How to Build a Transparency Report for Your Business with Jordi Beneyto-Ferre | 00:34:52 | |
In episode 49 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are building off last weekās episode. Now, both are stand-alone episodes, but if you havenāt already, I think you will likely get more out of this one if you listen to episode 48: can a company be 100% circular? So, in this episode, we are diving into the topic of sustainability transparency reports. These are essentially a yearly report card that a company puts out that overviews their environmental impact across a product's entire production and life cycle, from extraction to disposal. To help break this down a bit more, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jordi Beneyto-Ferre, the Senior Manager of Global Materials and Sustainability at Icebreaker, a VF company. Jordi has 13 years of experience in sportswear development and innovation within leading global brands (Puma, Adidas, icebreaker). Industrial engineer and industrial designer by trade. His vision is for the apparel industry to stop being part of the problem and become an active part of the solution. He envisions a world where petrochemical synthetics are no longer needed because there are much better natural and renewable alternatives that can deliver the same or better functionality. He wants a world where every garment can be traced back all the way to the place where the fiber was grown and to the people who were part of that journey. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST ICEBREAKER WEBSITE: https://www.icebreaker.com/en-us/home INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/icebreakernz/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/icebreakerUS YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/icebreakernz 2021-22 TRANSPARENCY REPORT: https://www.icebreaker.com/en-us/transparency.html | |||
| 29 Jul 2024 | [In the News] Protecting our Pets from Ticks, Preparing for Wildfires, and a Plastic Footprint Calculator | 00:34:31 | |
In this episode, we explore climate change issues and practical steps you can take to reduce your environmental impact as we wrap up Plastic Free July. Tickborne Illnesses We revisit the topic of tickborne diseases, which are becoming more prevalent due to climate change. Weāre joined by Dr. Gary Richter, a renowned veterinarian, who shares tips on protecting pets from ticks and fleas. Read more about ticks and pet protection: https://www.petmd.com/dog/how-check-dog-ticks USA Todayās tick season map: https://www.usatoday.com/story/graphics/2024/05/05/tick-season-region-map-us/73530929007/ Wildfire Preparedness In light of recent wildfires triggered by fireworks, we discuss the impact of climate change on natural disasters. Keith Lambert, pollution control expert, provides valuable advice on preparing for and mitigating wildfire risks. EPAās climate indicators: https://www.epa.gov/climate-indicators/climate-change-indicators-us-and-global-temperature The Material Footprint Crisis We discuss the growing concern over material consumption and waste, highlighting the significant rise in the material footprint from 1990 to 2017. High-income countries lead in per capita material use, exacerbating global resource depletion. Explore the material footprint data: https://unstats.un.org/sdgs/report/2019/goal-12 FAOās food waste statistics: https://www.fao.org/4/mb060e/mb060e00.htm#:~:text=The%20results%20of%20the%20study,1.3%20billion%20tons%20per%20year Practical Actions for Reducing Plastic Waste As Plastic Free July comes to a close, we introduce a personal plastic footprint calculator to help you continue reducing your plastic consumption year-round. Learn about the tool and its benefits from one of its creators. Plastic Footprint Calculator: https://www.omnicalculator.com/ecology/plastic-footprint INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā | |||
| 04 Oct 2021 | 4. 7Rs: Repair with Rudy Glocker | 00:48:13 | |
The 7R's of Outdoor Minimalist serve as the framework of these concepts and are the stepping stones to implementing Outdoor Minimalist pursuits into your life. The 7R's of Outdoor Minimalism include:
In episode 4 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, I will be exploring the third R and the concept of Repair in the outdoor industry with the help of Rudy Glocker. Rudy Glocker is the founder of Burgeon Outdoor. Rudy founded Burgeon to create a better tomorrow for mountain communities such as Lincoln, NH where they are located. Burgeon accomplishes its mission by making its products locally and contributing 5% of its sales to environmental and community efforts. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- BURGEON OUTDOOR WEBSITE: https://www.burgeonoutdoor.com/ BURGEON OUTDOOR INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/burgeonoutdoor/ SOURCES McKinsey & Company - Fashion on Climate [episode statistics from the McKinsey & Company Report, not Greenpeace. I misspoke during the recording.] | |||
| 13 Dec 2021 | 14. Minimalism in Trail Running, Storytelling, and Magazines with Jess Vandenbush | 00:46:33 | |
In episode 14 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are going to be talking about a few things that hold a lot of space in my life: trail running and storytelling. Combining those two things with minimalism, Iām excited to have Jess Vandenbush on the show to discuss Eat Clean, Run Dirty magazine. Jess has shameless enthusiasm for wild places, fresh air, small-town diners, culture, art, road trips, and simple pleasures. She relishes in doing the hard things from running up mountains to launching a print-only magazine during a global pandemic. She regularly bites off more than she can chew and figures it out as she goes. Eat Clean Run Dirty Magazine is her love letter to trail and ultra running and all the humans that are a part of it. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- SUBSCRIBE TO EAT CLEAN, RUN DIRTY MAGAZINE: https://www.eatcleanrundirty.com/read EAT CLEAN, RUN DIRTY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/eat_clean_run_dirty/ EAT CLEAN, RUN DIRTY FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/eatcleanrundirty EAT CLEAN, RUN DIRTY PODCAST: https://www.eatcleanrundirty.com/listen CONTACT JESS TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE MAGAZINE: jess@eatcleanrundirty.com | |||
| 01 May 2024 | FOREVER CHEMICALS: The Path Ahead - Remediation and Clean Up | 00:35:17 | |
Throughout this ten-part series, scientists, lawyers, advocates, and product producers all weighed in on our worldwide PFAS problem. While, yes, we have come a long way in understanding the scope of the issue and began moving away from PFAS, at least in the outdoor industry, many questions still remain.Ā One of the primary questions is, what should we do with all the old PFAS already in the environment? Guests featured in this episode: - Scott Wilson, ā Regenesis ā - Philippe Grandjean, Environmental Epidemiologist - Matthew Eshed, Research Fellow - Stefan Posner, ā Polymer and Textile Chemist ā - Kevin Myette, ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Bluesignā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā - Greg Breitmaier, ā Mystery Ranchā - Alex Lauver, ā ā ā ā ā Outdoor Researchā ā ā ā - Regina Goller, ā ā ā ā Jack Wolfskinā ā ā - Ammi Borenstein, ā ā ā ā ā ā Snaplinc Consultingā ā ā ā ā - Mike Schade,ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Toxic Free Futureā ā ā ā ā ā ā If you want to learn more about what PFAS are, where they are found, the proven health effects, how you can limit your exposure, up to date news on PFAS, and how to get involved in PFAS regulatory efforts visitĀ ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Toxicfreefuture.orgā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Foodandwaterwatch.org ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā OrĀ ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Pfascentral.org ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā : ā ā ā ā ā ā https://gofund.me/77aac225ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------------- Snaplinc Consulting provided expert fact checking and guidance for the creation of this podcast. Snaplinc Consulting provides corporate sustainability strategies and ESG support across a broad range of industries including apparel, footwear, home furnishings, software, cosmetics, professional services and more. Head toā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā snaplincconsulting.comā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā to learn more and contact the experts to guide you through complex topics like CSRD, PFAS, greenhouse gas assessments, SBTi, CDP, EcoVadis, B Corp and many more compliance and certification frameworks. ----------------------- Episode Resources Safer States: https://www.saferstates.org/priorities/pfas/ EPA Drinking Water Standards: https://www.epa.gov/sdwa/and-polyfluoroalkyl-substances-pfas CERCLA: https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2024-04/pfas-enforcement-discretion-settlement-policy-cercla.pdf | |||
| 04 Oct 2021 | 1. What is Outdoor Minimalism? | 00:16:39 | |
What is outdoor minimalism?
That's all easy to say, but how do you do it?
The podcast then can be seen as an expansion of the book and a way to make the information more accessible through conversation. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist | |||
| 05 Sep 2022 | 52. Q&A with Meg | 00:28:23 | |
In episode 52 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, I answer listener questions! Some of your questions have expansive answers, so I couldn't go into great detail, but more resources are provided below. If you want to listen to just one question, reference the time stamp next to the questions. ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist 1. We have some unusable climbing ropes that Iām sure can be salvagedā¦ ideas? (2:42) 2. Do bamboo things really break down faster if theyāre sealed in a landfill? (6:01) 3. Cornstarch dog poop bags: my understanding is that these types of bags are only commercially compostable. Is it worth buying them for backyard composting? Also, do they break down in a landfill? (6:01)
4. What do you recommend for people teaching in person to use instead of those giant sticky note pads? (13:27) 5. Do you know of any companies that include sustainable gear for children? (18:26) 6. Can you talk more about the impact house cats have on the environment? I want to hear more about cats. (19:25)
7. Iāve witnessed a lot of waste in the guiding industry. What tips do you have for guiding companies to uphold more responsible practice in the environments they are commercializing? (25:19) | |||
| 26 Aug 2024 | 146. How to Apply Minimalism to Ultralight Backpacking with Glen Van Peski | 00:30:11 | |
Have you ever been out on the trail during a backpacking trip and wished youād left that one thing at home? Maybe youāre looking for ways to lighten your load or you simply are struggling to identify what you actually NEED on your next adventure.Ā Iāve been there before, and if any backpacker claims they havenāt, well, I simply wouldnāt believe them. Becoming ultralight or even a minimalist takes a lot of trial and error both on and off the trail. Thatās why in episode 146 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, weāre exploring some transformative ideas from Glen Van Peski's new book, Take Less. Do More: Surprising Life Lessons in Generosity, Gratitude and Curiosity from an Ultralight Backpacker.Ā Glenās book looks at how ultralight backpacking principles can teach us profound lessons for everyday life. Weāll discuss how minimalism can simplify your journey and enhance your focus on what truly matters, the impact of practicing generosity in small, meaningful ways, the benefits of cultivating a heart of gratitude, and how embracing curiosity can push us beyond our comfort zones.Ā Glen, known by the trail name āLegend,ā is celebrated for his pioneering work in lightweight backpacking. A Californian who began his backpacking journey through his son's Scout troop, Glen founded Gossamer Gear in 1998 to create ultralight backpacking gear. His innovations have been featured in major publications like Backpacker, Outside, and The New York Times. Alongside his backpacking achievements, Glen has had a distinguished career in civil engineering, including roles as the Community and Economic Development Director for Carlsbad, California, and President of Pacific Rim Engineering. Now based in Bend, Oregon, he enjoys hiking, bikepacking, and sharing his expertise through engaging presentations. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Glen Van Peski Book: https://www.gossamergear.com/products/take-less-do-more-by-glen-van-peski Gossamer Gear: https://www.gossamergear.com/ Website: ā https://www.glenvanpeski.com/about/ | |||
| 09 May 2022 | 35. Tips for Making More Ethical Gear Purchases with Marie Wilson | 00:34:52 | |
In episode 35 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss what constitutes an ethical gear purchase and how consumers can make those decisions easier. One of my earliest episodes featured Mary Swanson of Lava Linens, and she shed light on identifying sustainable product materials. Although this is a stand-alone episode, I recommend listening to episode 3: how to identify sustainable product materials, for even more tips on being a conscious consumer. To help break down how we as consumers can make more ethical purchases in every area of our life, but outdoor recreation, in particular, I am excited to introduce Marie Wilson. Marie Wilson is an outdoor and environmental writer. Her writing focuses on the intersectionality of sustainability, climate action, and the outdoor industry. She works to make sustainability in the outdoors more accessible while also highlighting the environmental responsibility that comes with exploring outdoor spaces. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST MARIE WILSON WEBSITE: https://www.mindfulpeaks.com/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-wilson-417723137/ ------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||
| 25 Mar 2024 | FOREVER CHEMICALS: Did We Ever Need PFAS in Our Outdoor Gear? | 00:26:27 | |
As more regulations come into play, many outdoor brands have moved the needle and promised to phase PFAS out of their products and apparel by 2025.Ā While this is great news, whatās curious as a consumer is that alternative chemistry has existed for quite some time. Brands like Nikwax never needed to use harmful chemicals to achieve waterproof capabilities, and now Nikwax is one brand leading the charge with industry-wide innovations with cleaner chemistry.Ā Ā In later episodes, we will explore how both European and US brands have moved to phase out PFAS in their product lines, but before we get to that, it is worth noting that there have always been alternatives. Guests featured in this episode: - Kevin Myette, ā ā Bluesignā ā - Brian Davidson, ā Nikwaxā - Alex Lauver,ā ā ā Outdoor Researchā ā - Kris Cody, ā PAKA Apparelā - Mike Schade,ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Toxic Free Futureā ā ā ā ā ā ā If you want to learn more about what PFAS are, where they are found, the proven health effects, how you can limit your exposure, up to date news on PFAS, and how to get involved in PFAS regulatory efforts visitĀ ā ā ā ā ā Toxicfreefuture.orgā ā ā ā ā Ā ā ā ā ā ā Foodandwaterwatch.org ā ā ā ā ā OrĀ ā ā ā ā ā Pfascentral.org ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā : ā ā ā https://gofund.me/77aac225ā ā ā ----------------------- Snaplinc Consulting provided expert fact checking and guidance for the creation of this podcast. Snaplinc Consulting provides corporate sustainability strategies and ESG support across a broad range of industries including apparel, footwear, home furnishings, software, cosmetics, professional services and more. Head toā ā ā ā ā snaplincconsulting.comā ā ā ā ā to learn more and contact the experts to guide you through complex topics like CSRD, PFAS, greenhouse gas assessments, SBTi, CDP, EcoVadis, B Corp and many more compliance and certification frameworks. | |||
| 08 May 2023 | 85. A Bear Biologist's Tips for Respecting Wildlife and Being Bear Aware with Garrett Tovey | 00:31:57 | |
In episode 85 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting about all things grizzly bears and being bear-aware when recreating outside. I have a healthy fear of bears of all varieties, and I learned so much chatting with todayās guest whose expertise can help us enjoy time outside while respecting the places that bears call home. Garrett Tovey is a wildlife biologist / educator / long-distance backpacker working to train educators in Glacier National Park and the surrounding Flathead National Forest. He has extensive experience working with and around grizzly bears and focuses on teaching park visitors how to remain safe while in bear country. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā VENMO: ā @OutdoorMinimalist --------------- Glacier Institute Website: https://glacierinstitute.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlacierInstitute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_glacier_institute/ Glacier NPS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glaciernps/ --------------- EPISODE RESOURCES Night of the Grizzlies by Jack Olsen: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/1357414 Bear Attacks: Their Causes and Avoidance by Stephen Herrero: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/423975 Bear Spray: https://www.fieldandstream.com/outdoor-gear/best-bear-sprays/ --------------- Related Episodes #21 Are We Loving the Land to Death? #24 Identifying Your Needs: Adventure, Gear, and Safety #64 The Environmental Impact of Wildfires #65 The Biodiversity in Your Backyard #73 Wild Horse Conservation: What's the Problem and How Can We Fix it? | |||
| 07 Aug 2023 | 98. How Not to Die in the Wilderness with Andrea Lankford | 00:25:51 | |
When we enter wild landscapes, no matter how remote, there is an inherent risk. A risk that we could be injured, that we encounter a wild animal, become lost, or, worst case scenario, succumb to foul play at the hands of another human. Some of these interactions and scenarios are unavoidable; even the most seasoned explorers die in the wilderness.Ā In episode 98, we explore these exact topics. I find that itās essential to have a healthy fear when entering the wilderness. Maybe not a fear, but a mindset that itās possible for things to go wrong, and itās important to be prepared for when they do. Although I could likely fill an episode alone discussing some of my wild experiences and encounters outdoors, I had the pleasure of sitting down and learning from Andrea Lankford about how not to die in the wilderness.Ā Andrea Lankford is the author ofĀ Ranger Confidential, three trail guides, and her upcoming book,Ā Trail of the Lost: The Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail. During her career with the National Park Service, Andrea performed law enforcement, search and rescue, wildland firefighting, and wilderness emergency medicine. After leaving the ranger ranks, the accomplished outdoorswoman thru-hiked the entire Appalachian Trail, kayaked from Miami to Key West, and she and her friend, Beth Overton, were the first to mountain bike the 800-mile Arizona Trail. Andrea is now a registered nurse living in Northern California. VENMO: ā ā ā ā ā @OutdoorMinimalistā ā ā ā ā --------------- Andrea Lankford Website: https://www.andrealankford.com/ Ranger Confidential: https://www.andrealankford.com/ranger-confidential Trail of the Lost: https://www.andrealankford.com/trailofthelost PCT Missing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/pctmissing.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hauntedhiker/ | |||
| 24 Jan 2022 | 20. Creating a Thru-Hike and Conserving Our Trails with Rue McKenrick | 00:44:47 | |
In episode 20 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we will be discussing conservation and how that applies to our hiking trails. Weāve talked about conservation pretty consistently on the show, but this will be a more in-depth look into how one conservation organization is creating a thru-hike, building community, and encouraging conservation action all across the US. To help me discuss these topics, I had the pleasure of hosting Rue McKenrick. Rue McKenrick is a professional backpacker, triple crowner, and avid hiker. He now calls Bend, OR home, but grew up in Pennsylvania and hiked in the Appalachians as a teen. Rueās long distance backpacking began with the Appalachian Trail in 2003. From there, he took on the Pacific Crest Trail (2005) and Continental Divide Trail (2007), completing the triple crown. In 2004, Rue thru-hiked the Pinhotti Trail and the Long Trail, then onto the John Muir Trail in 2016l. Spending yet more time on the Appalachian Trail, he was a ridge-runner on the Pennsylvania section in 2008. All of these years and miles of thru-hiking experience have led Rue to follow his heart in embarking on his current journey- creating the American Perimeter Trail. The APT will roughly follow the border of the contiguous United States and cross 32 states, clocking in at about 12,000 miles. Rue left his home in Oregon to begin the first scout hike in July of 2019, and backpacked continuously until his return home for a rest in October 2020. He will finish the 12,000 Miles in 2022. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST AMERICAN PERIMETER TRAIL WEBSITE: https://americanperimetertrail.org/ SUPPORT THE APTC: https://americanperimetertrail.org/support-our-work/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/americanperimetertrail/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/americanperimetertrail/ RUE MCKENRICK: https://www.instagram.com/ruemckenrick/ | |||
| 02 Dec 2024 | 160. Reconnecting with Nature Through Outdoor Play with Jen Ball | 00:23:43 | |
In the spirit of gift-giving, I want to highlight a book that I believe many listeners would love and cherish with their friends and family. Books are a timeless gift, and supporting small bookstores is something near and dear to my heartā after all, I grew up in one.Ā Thatās why I decided to feature Sticks, Stones, and Pinecones: Games to Play in Nature by Jen Ball in episode 160 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast.Ā Jen Ball is lead faculty for the Sustainability Stream, a program that guides students into green sector careers, at Canadaās Humber College. Ball has also been a producer for CBC Radio One, coordinator for the Montreal Fringe Festival, and administrator for the Caravan Tall Ship Theatre Company. A member of the Council of Outdoor Educators of Ontario, Ball roams the outdoors often with friends and family. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Jen Ball Humber College: https://humber.ca/staff/announcement/sustainability-spotlight-jen-ball Mountaineers: https://www.mountaineers.org/members/jennifer-ball?ajax_load=1
Indigo (Canada): https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/sticks-stones-pinecones-games-to-play-in-nature/9781680517163.html | |||
| 15 Nov 2021 | 10. Prioritizing Experience and Place Over Equipment and Possessions with Daniel Ritz | 00:34:11 | |
How can we shift our mindset to focus more on the outdoor experience and less on the equipment it takes to get us there? In episode 10, we explore what it means to have a sense of place and to truly experience your time outside. To help me explore these ideas and how to apply this mindset shift, I had the pleasure of talking with Daniel Ritz. Daniel A. Ritz, is an outdoor journalist and writer based in Boise, Idaho. Ritz's work has been published by Trout Unlimited, Orvis, Western Native Trout Initiative, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Outdoor Idaho Magazine, Alaska Sporting Journal, Fish Alaska Magazine and Visit Idaho: Idaho Department of Tourism. His editorial focus is contemporary issues regarding conservation, the environment, outdoor recreation, and legislation. Most recently, Ritz created a 40-part series sharing the experience of his Western Native Trout Challenge that was published by Trout Unlimited, Orvis and Western Native Trout Initiative, and Montana Fly Company. In it, he wrote personal experience-based essays and natural history and science-based "Species Profiles" for each of the 20 available native trout and char species of the Western 12 states of the United States. Currently, Ritz volunteers as the communications coordinator for the Ted Trueblood Chapter of Trout Unlimited and Idaho Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Ritz graduated in 2009 from Salisbury University on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with Bachelor's Degrees in Journalism and Philosophy. He resides in Boise with his partner Holly, their Wirehaired Pointing Griffon named Trout, and an oversized cat named Julio. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ---------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST WESTERN NATIVE TROUT CHALLENGE: https://westernnativetroutchallenge.org/ DANIEL RITZ WEBSITE: https://www.jacksexperiencetradingcompany.com/ DANIEL RITZ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jacks_experience_trading/ DANIEL RITZ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DanielARitz29 OTHER EPISODE RESOURCES: https://www.inc.com/anne-gherini/cash-in-on-experience-economy.html https://www.cnbc.com/2016/05/05/millennials-are-prioritizing-experiences-over-stuff.html | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | 71. Linear vs Circular Economy | 00:22:48 | |
In episode 71 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I discuss a few differences between a linear, reuse, and circular economy. Several guests on the show have discussed these concepts to some degree, but I wanted to combine the ideas into one short and sweet episode to make the ideas easier to digest. INSTAGRAM: @outdoor.minimalist.book WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist | |||
| 01 Aug 2022 | 47. Conscious Consumption with Canine Companions with Briahna Hendey | 00:44:51 | |
In episode 47 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get to talk about one of my favorite topics once again: dogs! We have covered a fair number of dog-related topics including trail etiquette, hiking with small dogs, and even the impacts of the pet food industry. So, in this episode, we discuss how other areas of the pet industry and pet parent consumption impacts the environment. To help give us some pointers on how to lessen the impacts of having a canine companion, I had the pleasure of chatting with Briahna Hendey, the creator of Boba the Sustainable Mutt. Briahna is an environmental social scientist who is passionate about bringing meaningful discussions of sustainable living to the dog community. Drawing upon her experiences working in the domains of sustainability, well-being, and conservation education in a zoo setting, Briahna hopes to spread the message that a fulfilling life with dogs neednāt compromise the environment. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST BOBA THE SUSTAINABLE MUTT INSTAGRAM: @boba.the.sustainable.mutt ------------------------- EPISODES RESOURCES | |||
| 04 Oct 2021 | Trailer | 00:02:01 | |
The Outdoor Minimalist Podcast is here to share ideas for all sectors of the outdoor industry on how to minimize your impact. Based on the concepts in the book "Outdoor Minimalist: Waste Less Hiking, Camping, and Backpacking" written by Meg Carney. New episodes are released every Monday. ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | 126. Is rPET a Viable Alternative to Down Insulation? with Joe DiGirolamo | 00:35:29 | |
In episode 126 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we look at using recycled polyester as insulation. While polyester has its fair share of problems, we explore if there are ways that we can use it sustainably, like removing ocean-bound plastics from the environment and making them into something new. To break down the ins and outs of developing recycled insulation, I had the pleasure of hosting Joe DiGirolamo, the Director of Sales for North America for Thermore. Thermore manufacturers better quality thermal insulation with a reputation for performance and sustainability. Joe has been with the company for over 20 years, and he and his family are based in Western NY. He enjoys spending time outdoors and appreciates learning about and observing wildlife. Joe has an explorer mentality and has always enjoyed learning about new places and the people he meets along the way. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā --------------- Thermore Website: https://www.thermore.com/en/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thermore/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thermore --------------- Related Episodes 6. Sustaining Environmentally Focused Business Practices with Gilad Nachmani 12. What's the Deal with Natural Fibers in the Outdoor Industry? with John Gage 33. The Truth About Sustainable Shoes with Steven Sashen 48. Can a Company Be 100% Circular? with Niclas Bornling 49. How to Build a Transparency Report for Your Business with Jordi Beneyto-Ferre 55. What Does Good Stewardship Marketing Look Like? with Becky Marcelliano 63. An Inside Look Into Changing Product Packaging Design with Shannon O'Grady 72. Whatās the Deal with Deadstock? with Nicole Wilson 83. Creating a Sustainable Work Culture in the Outdoor Industry with Gina McClard 96. Balancing Fabric Performance and Sustainability with Theresa McKenney 111. Phasing Out PFAS in Outdoor Equipment with Fjallraven 117. How Smartwool Prioritizes Circularity in Their Design with Alicia Chin and Sue Jesch --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 23 Oct 2024 | BONUS: Outdoor Media Summit Recap and Reflections | 00:16:44 | |
Last week, I attended the Outdoor Media Summit in Missoula, MT, and here are some highlights! š Meeting everyone that I've only ever talked to online šļø Getting to speak on TWO panels related to the Forever Chemicals podcast š£ Hanging out with friends, old colleagues, and making new connections š” Learning from so many inspiring and innovative podcasters, journalists, editors, PR folks, brands, and storytellers š Winning Best Podcast Episode of 2023 and being included the 40 under 40 INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Episode Resources OMS Website: Confluence of States: https://www.confluenceofstates.com/ Field and Stream Magazine: https://www.fieldandstream.com/1871-club/ ORI Magazine: https://ori-mag.com/ PĆ”ramo Website: https://paramo-clothing.com/en-in/ The Rock Fight: https://www.rockfight.co/ Backpacker Radio: https://backpackerradio.libsyn.com/ TerraDrift: https://terradrift.com/ Episode 93 - How to Identify Your Gear Needs Echolocation by Sage Marshall: https://www.sagemarshall.com/echolocation | |||
| 24 Apr 2023 | 83. Creating a Sustainable Work Culture in the Outdoor Industry with Gina McClard | 00:34:11 | |
In episode 83 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with two individuals working together to create more equity in the workplace and answering the question: how are people a part of sustainability in the outdoor industry? Respect Outside founders Gina McClard, J.D., and Jim Miller recognized the need for consulting and employee trainings designed for the kinds of bold and adventurous individuals who make their home in the outdoors industry, and so they endeavored to develop a curriculum based on a philosophy of respect and equity and in the workplace. #EquityThroughAction Gina McClard has been on a mission to end sexual and gender-based violence for over three decades. As a licensed member of the Oregon (1997) and Illinois (1994) State Bar Associations, she has used her career to champion for the rights of women and underserved groups as a victimās advocate, legislative consultant, and legal counsel in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. From her time at a research outpost in Antarctica to her founding ofĀ Red Earth Rising, a nonprofit providing critical resources and support services to women and girls in Ugandan refugee camps, her passion for justice and adventurous spirit have taken her down many paths less traveled. She brings with her an intimate and in-depth knowledge of the culture and legalities of sexual misconduct and violence, as well as decades of experience in how to mitigate and address misconduct in the workplace and beyond. Jim is a graduate of California State University and a lifelong lover of the outdoors. His thirty-year career as a member of the outdoor recreation industry includes raft guiding for Mountain Travel-Sobek, marketing and retail training initiatives for brands such as Yakima Racks and Werner Paddles, ownership of a multi-unit retail specialty store, and consulting to manufacturers and retailers in the outdoor and action-sports areas. In his time in the industry, Jim has seen several game-changing initiatives implemented, which have driven outdoor companies to the forefront of social awareness and worklife culture. These industry values are what first attracted him, and it is these values which he seeks to advance by creating real change in the ways people of different genders relate and interact while at work. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā VENMO: ā ā @OutdoorMinimalist --------------- RESPECT OUTSIDE WEBSITE: https://respectoutside.com/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/respect-outside INSTAGRAM: @respectoutside FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/respectoutside/ EMAIL: Jim@respectoutside.com PHONE: 541 410 5576 | |||
| 26 Dec 2022 | 66. Best of 2022 | 00:34:13 | |
In episode 66 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are celebrating 2022 coming to a close. This year, I wanted to celebrate 2022 coming to a close by recapping our top five episodes that were released this year. If this is your first time listening, this is a great place to start because you get to hear a few clips from each one and then you can go back to hear the full episodes! Of the episodes that were released in 2022, these five had the most streams:
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book ------------------------- LEARN MORE ABOUT FEATURED GUESTS Aaron Owens Mayhew: https://backcountryfoodie.com/ Tom Sadler: http://middlerivergroup.com/ Angie Marie: https://www.thehormonehacker.com/ Amy Bushatz: https://humansoutside.com/ Moose Mutlow: https://www.moosemutlow.com/ | |||
| 25 Nov 2024 | 159. Climate Change is Impacting Where and How We Ski with Anneka Williams | 00:30:26 | |
In this episode 159 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, weāre heading into ski and snowboard season. Now, we donāt have many episodes focused around the snowsports industry (thereās a few, shout out to Ted Ligety and his episode), but as we gear up for winter sports, I wanted to look at how we enjoy our winter season with a more critical lens.Ā Weāve all experienced a rapid change in weather patterns throughout the last 10 years, and skiing is at the forefront of climate change impacts. Warmer winters, shrinking snowpacks, and unpredictable conditions are transforming the sport as we know it. To help us unpack this pressing issue, weāre joined by Anneka Williams. Originally from Vermontās Mad River Valley, Anneka is a climate scientist and she holds a BA in Biology and Earth and Oceanographic Science from Bowdoin College and an MSc in Climate Change from the University of Copenhagen. Anneka has worked on climate and environmental issues on four different continents and pursued stories and ski lines around the world. Currently, Anneka is based in Salt Lake City, Utah where she works on climate resilience in the energy sector and as a freelance writer. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Anneka Williams Website: https://www.annekawilliams.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annekawilliams/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anneka-williams-81215614b/ Email: annekawilliams24@gmail.com ----------------- Episode Resources Season Equipment: https://seasoneqpt.com/Ā Patagonia Worn Wear: https://wornwear.patagonia.com/Ā Intergovernmental Panel of the Climate Change: https://www.ipcc.ch/ Climate Central: https://www.climatecentral.org/ | |||
| 28 Mar 2022 | 29. The Role of Environmental Regulation in the Outdoor Industry with Jeff Baierlein | 00:27:36 | |
In episode 29 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we are talking about regulation in the outdoor industry and what that looks like. Now, this is a topic that has always interested me but I didnāt know a ton about. It could arguably be the 8th R of Outdoor Minimalism (and maybe I will add it one day), but because regulation plays such a big role in environmental policy and how we play outside, it was very fitting topic for the show. Since it is something I am far from an expert in, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jeff Bairlein. Jeff Baierlein is the Director of Viristar, an organization that provides training and consulting services to outdoor, travel, experiential, and adventure programs around the world. Viristar specializes in wilderness risk management and outdoor safety training and audits, nonprofit management consulting, wilderness medicine, and environmental education program and curriculum design. Jeff has a background in environmental advocacy, outdoor-focused lobbying at the state and federal level, and analysis of regulatory and management systems for effectiveness. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST VIRISTAR WEBSITE: https://www.viristar.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ViristarConsulting/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/viristarHQ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/viristar/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/viristarconsulting/ ----------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES Earthjustice: https://earthjustice.org/ Outdoor Alliance: https://www.outdooralliance.org/ Association for Experiential Education: https://www.aee.org/ Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education: https://www.aore.org/ How to Save A Planet podcast episode āIs Your Carbon Footprint BS:ā | |||
| 20 Dec 2021 | 15. HOLIDAY SPECIAL: The Christmas Tree Display | 00:10:11 | |
This Holiday Special: The Christmas Tree Display was written and produced by Meg Carney and edited by Alex Carney. ----------------------------- INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Features Alex Carney as the Narrator, Meg Carney as the PVC Tree, and Jay Stewart as the Farm Tree. | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | 143. Wild Caught vs. Farmed Fish: Which is More Sustainable? with Adra Kusnirova | 00:30:04 | |
Fish fanatics ā this one is for you!Ā In episode 143 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we examine the fishing industry's operations in depth and help answer the question of whether wild-caught fish is the healthiest and most sustainable option.Ā Since I haven't eaten fish for most of my life, I am far from an expert on this topic. That's why I was stoked to learn from Adra Kusnirova.Ā Adra is a wild Alaskan fishmonger located right outside of Milwaukee, WI. When she met her Slovak husband, he ran a fish processing plant in Alaska. She lived up there with him for a few summers, and when they permanently relocated to the Lower 48, they started Alaska Fresh to sell their friends' sustainably harvested wild-caught fish.Ā She's always lived a low-waste minimalist lifestyle. Still, the culture shock of returning to civilization at the end of each summer in Alaska inspired her to take more action. Alaska Fresh was founded with a singular goal: to provide the world's best wild fish to the continental United States at an affordable price while supporting the long-established, artisanal traditions of a remote Alaskan fishing village and its fishermen. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Head to https://www.alaskafreshsalmon.com/ and choose from Copper River king salmon, wild Alaskan Halibut, all-natural wild salmon pet treats, Salmon burgers (my boyfriendās personal favorite), and many other wild-caught fish options.Ā Use the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST at checkout to get 10% off your next order. Alaska Fresh Website: https://www.alaskafreshsalmon.com/ā Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alaskafreshsalmon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alaskafreshsalmon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alaska-fresh/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alaskafreshsalmon | |||
| 06 Jan 2025 | 163. Fighting for Outdoor Policy and Protection in 2025 with Adam Cramer | 00:26:34 | |
Welcome to the first episode of 2025!Ā Iām stoked to dive into another exciting year of podcast content with all of you, and we have some exciting things planned for the year. So, if you arenāt already, make sure youāre subscribed to our weekly newsletter. Every Monday, with the release of a new episode, I send out an email newsletter with the latest content you can hear and watch and any additional information relevant to our listeners.Ā Last October, we had our first theme month: Climate Month. I enjoyed focusing on one broad topic area and tailoring it to the outdoor industry through a series of expert interviews. So, we are doing that again in January, but this time, our focus is on policy and politics.Ā Thereās a lot of stress going into 2025 and many unknowns regarding human rights, land access, the economy, and so much more as we transition into a new administration. We will be talking about most of these topics throughout the month and how they relate to outdoor communities, but we are starting with outdoor policy predictions and how we, as individuals and businesses, can use our voices to take action to protect the people and lands we love.Ā To help guide this conversation, I had the privilege of sitting down and chatting with Adam Cramer.Ā āāAdam Cramer is the founding Executive Director and present CEO of Outdoor Alliance, a national coalition of outdoor recreation advocacy groups that has breathed new life into the conservation movement by harnessing the outdoor communityās passion for place and combining it with a modern approach to organizing and digital engagement.Ā During his time as CEO, Adam has brought new sensibilities to conservation work that have resulted in hundreds of thousands more acres of protected landscapes, improved management for outdoor recreation, and thousands of outdoor enthusiasts awakened to conservation and advocacy work.Ā He is an avid whitewater kayaker and mountain biker, but is always on the lookout for a good skatepark. Adam lives in Maryland with his wife and two kids. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ---------------------- Outdoor Alliance Website: https://www.outdooralliance.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outdooralliance | |||
| 10 Jun 2024 | 137. Travel is Not Sustainable with Breanne and Dave Kiefner | 00:42:38 | |
If you listen to this podcast, I assume you love outdoor adventure and travel. Although we may love to visit new places and schedule new adventures each year, itās no secret that traveling is not sustainable.Ā So, in episode 137 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we answer the question: if travel isnāt sustainable, should we stop doing it?Ā To help us answer this question and how we can maximize the positive impacts of travel, we hear from Breanne and Dave Kiefner, two travel experts and the founders of Root Adventures.Ā Utilizing her decades of experience in the adventure travel and hospitality businesses, Breanne sought to create something fundamentally different. The company has continued evolving in line with Breanneās mental health journey. The COVID travel pause allowed her to redefine the company with all that she learned along her journey. Her history of PTSD, Dyslexia, and Depression continues to define her vision and leadership style as company CEO as she infuses vulnerability through all aspects of the company. Now, with over two decades of experience in the industry, she is confident that this work is precisely what has been missing from adventure travel. As an adventurer at heart, Dave has a deep understanding of the transformative nature of travel. Applying his expertise in business operations and continuous improvement to manage the backend of Root, he also guides our sustainability practices. His enthusiasm for others to experience transformative travel is palpable. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- Root Adventures Website: https://www.rootadventures.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootadventures/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootadventures/ | |||
| 16 Jan 2023 | 69. What is Greenwashing? (and How to Identify It) | 00:18:53 | |
In episode 69, I am talking about greenwashing. We have talked about greenwashing a fair bit on the show. Some of the episodes that go into more depth about greenwashing include:
I know we mention greenwashing a fair bit in other episodes, but these two have a larger focus on it. Despite this, I still think greenwashing can be a relatively confusing topic and hard for many consumers to spot easily. This is why I thought that it would be a good idea to just talk about what greenwashing actually is and how we, as consumers, can more easily spot it. INSTAGRAM: @outdoor.minimalist.book WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | 128. An Inside Look at Sawyer's Clean Water Projects with Katie "Oats" Houston | 00:26:06 | |
In episode 128 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I chatted with Katie Houston about Sawyer's clean water projects. Sawyer is a pioneering water filtration company with a rich history spanning over three decades, dedicated to providing innovative solutions for clean water access worldwide. Established in 1984, Sawyer has continuously evolved its product line, offering a range of advanced filtration systems designed for outdoor adventures, emergency preparedness, and humanitarian aid. From portable water bottles to high-flow gravity systems, Sawyer's commitment to quality and sustainability has made it a trusted name in ensuring safe drinking water in any environment. Katie has called the southern Appalachians home most of her life, from sleeping in her tree house to earning an earth science degree from UNC-Asheville. After a deep dive into the hiking community via an Appalachian Trail thru-hike in 2019, she pivoted her future to meet her passion and started working freelance in the outdoor industry. Now, she's living her dream and managing Sawyer Product's stellar community, and learning more about their incredible support of clean water projects around the world. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- Sawyer Products and Resources Website: https://www.sawyer.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawyerproducts LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sawyer-products/ Youtube: @SawyerProducts Miranda Goes Outside (in Honduras!) Sawyerās Women-Led Charity Partners that Shine United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 Sawyer and Clean Water for All Katie "Oats" Houston Website: https://oatshikes.com/contact Instagram: @oatshikes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oatshikes/ --------------- Related Episodes 45. Zero Landfill Initiative: How It Started and Where It's Going with Patrice and Justin La Vigne 80. Inclusive and Mindful Product Design with Charlotte Young Bowens 98. How Not to Die in the Wilderness with Andrea Lankford 117. How Smartwool Prioritizes Circularity in Their Design with Alicia Chin and Sue Jesch | |||
| 16 Oct 2023 | 108. Why We Need to Be Wild with Jessica Carew Kraft | 00:34:44 | |
āWhy would anyone want to learn the wild skills of our ancient ancestors today, when our lives are full of advanced technologies, quick conveniences, and the joys of instant communication? What could their Paleolithic wisdom have to offer us when a blockchain digital utopia is on our horizon?ā That is the opening paragraph of the book Why We Need to be Wild: One Womanās Quest for Ancient Human Answers to 21st Century Problems and are the questions that author Jessica Carew Kraft sets out to answer during a five-year research project. While we canāt cover the entire book in one podcast episode, in episode 108 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I sat down to chat with Jessica about her book process, what inspired her research, and how we can aspire to rewild in our own lives. Jessica is an independent journalist trained in anthropology. She holds degrees from the University of London, Yale University, and Swarthmore College. Her reporting on health, culture, tech, and education has been published in The New York Times, The Atlantic, Forbes, San Francisco Chronicle, Politico, NBC News, KQED, and many other outlets. In mid-life, she became a naturalist and wild food forager. Formerly residing in Berkeley, she now lives with her partner, two daughters, and like-minded neighbors of various species in the forest of the Sierra Foothills. VENMO: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā @OutdoorMinimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchaseā ā : OUTDOORMINIMALIST -------------------- Jessica Carew Kraft Why We Need to Be Wild: https://www.jessicacarewkraft.com/book Medium: https://medium.com/@writingkraft Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whyweneedtobewild LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicacarewkraft/ -------------------- Related Episodes 21. Are We Loving the Land to Death? with Tom Sadler 24. Identifying Your Needs: Adventure, Gear, and Safety with Moose Mutlow 36. Building a Daily Outdoor Habit with Amy Bushatz | |||
| 21 Oct 2024 | 154. The Importance of Outdoor Advocacy in the Climate Movement with Bill Barron | 00:34:02 | |
We are halfway through our first climate month on the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, and in episode 154, we explore the intersection of outdoor advocacy and climate action.Ā To me, loving the outdoors means more than just enjoying natureā it means standing up for it in all aspects of my life.Ā In a polarizing political climate, it can be difficult to know how to use your voice and if it will be heard at all. But thatās why weāre discussing how outdoor enthusiasts can amplify their voices in policy discussion and why action across all levels of government is necessary for achieving climate solutions.Ā The outdoor industry can step up its role in climate advocacy. And whether youāre a seasoned activist or just starting out, my guest, Bill Barron, provides actionable steps to engage in the climate movement because, after all, we are all in this to create a better outdoor space as we recreate.Ā Bill Barron an Alta ski patroller of 24 years, has blended his passion for the outdoors with advocating for meaningful bi-partisan action on climate change- including 5 climate advocacy bike tours. Bill is a three time single-issue federal climate candidate, founded the first Utah Citizensā Climate Lobby (CCL) Chapter in Salt Lake City 2010, and has been the Mountain West Regional Director for CCL since 2013 covering MT, WY, UT, CO, NM, AZ and NV. Citizens' Climate Lobby- is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy climate change organization with 231K volunteers organized into over 375 chapters around the country, focused on national policies to address the national and global climate crisis. Our consistently respectful, nonpartisan approach to climate education is designed to create a broad, sustainable foundation to drive climate action across all geographic regions and political inclinations. By building upon shared values rather than partisan divides, and empowering individuals to work in keeping with the concerns of their local communities, we advocate for the adoption of fair, effective, and sustainable climate change solutions. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Citizens' Climate Lobby Website: https://citizensclimatelobby.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/citizens-climate-lobby/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CitizensClimateLobby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizensclimate | |||
| 18 Nov 2024 | 158. Changing Cultural Perceptions of Mental Health with Drew Petersen | 00:31:32 | |
Today's episode discusses sensitive topics related to mental health and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, we encourage you to reach out for help. Remember, you are not alone, and resources are available to support you. If you are in the United States, you can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. For those outside the U.S., please contact local mental health services or helplines. We hope this conversation sheds light on the importance of mental health awareness and encourages open dialogue within our communities. Mental Health First Aid Resources: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/mental-health-resources/ In episode 158, we have a powerful conversation about mental health in the outdoor community with, Drew Petersen, the creator of Feel It All, a film that explores the intersection of mental health struggles and ultramarathon running.Ā Weāll hear about the personal journey behind the film, the challenges facing mountain communities, and the critical role outdoor athletes can play in changing the stigma around mental health.Ā Drew Petersen is a professional skier and passionate ultrarunner who is on a mission to change our culture surrounding mental health. He blends his athletic adventuresāranging from skiing peaks in the backcountry to running 100 milesāwith his storytelling as a writer, filmmaker, and speaker in order to bring others along for the ride and to advocate for what he cares most about. As a skier, he has graced magazine covers and starred in dozens of award-winning ski films. His writing has appeared in Outside Magazine, Powder Magazine, SKI Magazine, and more publications. In 2022, Drew produced, co-directed, and starred in Ups and Downs a mold-breaking film that mirrors the mountains and valleys of ski touring with his own mental health journey. His newest film Feel It All chronicles running the Leadville 100, one of the most iconic 100-mile ultramarathons in the world, through the peaks he has skied surrounding the course and the deep, mental health goal that drives him to pursue both audacious athletic goals and a full life. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Drew Petersen Feel It All: https://drew-petersen.com/feelitall Website: https://drew-petersen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewpeterski/ | |||
| 28 Feb 2022 | 25. What is Lead Free Fishing? with John King | 00:40:42 | |
In episode 25 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are discussing lead-free fishing. Iāve done a few fishing-specific episodes, mostly fly fishing, and I was excited to host an epsiode that focuses on lead-free fishing. Since I am the furthest thing from an angler, I was glad when John King of Glasswater angling reached out to help guide the conversation. John King who with his wife Kathy founded Glasswater Angling Lead Free Fishing. Ā John is a tackle designer currently focussing on providing alternatives to lead fishing lures and weights. Ā John has a public persona known as āCrappie Hippieā, describing himself as āa tree hugging redneck from eastern Kansasā. Ā Crappie Hippie can be found with Tim āTackle Box Beteā and Lucy The Lurematic Supercomputer on the Lure Love Podcast. Their YouTube channel is Glasswater Angling, Lure Love, Crappie Hippie where they post the pod and Crappie Hippie posts videos on lead free jig tying. Ā John is here today to help us understand more about the environmental impact of fishing and how we can strive toward āa better outdoorsāā¢ Ā Johnās co-host Lucy will also join us with some supporting facts. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST GLASSWATER ANGLING WEBSITE: https://glasswaterangling.com/ INSTAGRAM: @glasswaterangling YOUTUBE: https://glasswaterangling.com/links/youtube-videos/ LEAD FREE FISHING FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/groups/368180283853420/ JOHN KING (CRAPPIE HIPPIE) INSTAGRAM: @crappiehippie @fishingleadfree LURE LOVE PODCAST: https://www.lurelovepodcast.com/ ----------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCESĀ | |||
| 17 Apr 2023 | 82. Creating a More Adaptive Hiking Space with Tish Scolnik | 00:24:58 | |
In episode 82 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about creating a more adaptive hiking space and other ways to make outdoor recreation more accessible for all. Every body, no matter the size, race, gender, class, or ability deserves a chance to experience the joys of being outside. But how can we make that happen for adventurers that have physical disabilities and limitations due to their wheelchairs? Thatās a question that Tish Scolnik and her team decided to answer in her creation of an all terrain wheelchair. Tish is the CEO and co-founder of GRIT, a mission-driven business that empowers people with physical disabilities to enjoy the outdoors. Their flagship product is the GRIT Freedom Chair, an all-terrain wheelchair that she co-invented along with classmates from MIT. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā --------------- GRIT Website: https://www.gogrit.us/ Beyond the Pavement, our public Facebook group for all things adaptive recreation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beyondthepavement Instagram: @gritfreedomchair Programs and Partners: https://www.gogrit.us/partner-organizations Videos: https://www.gogrit.us/videos Testimonials: https://www.gogrit.us/testimonials | |||
| 05 Aug 2024 | 144. Tips for Managing Hygiene Outdoors with Becca and Dani Titterton | 00:19:17 | |
In episode 144 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we return to the ever-popular topic of personal hygiene on the trail! One of our most popular episodes to this day is episode 17: Pee Rags, Menstrual Cups, and More with the menstrual cycle queen herself, Angie Marie.Ā In this episode, we are building on our backcountry hygiene knowledge, focusing on how we manage our waste, including disposable feminine hygiene products.Ā Dani and Becca are a mother-and-daughter duo lucky to have Vermont as their outdoor playground. Their desire to keep trails clean and limit barriers keeping anyone from enjoying the outdoors inspired the Your Yuckies brand and their continued advocacy.Ā INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Listeners can get 20% off Your Yuckies products with the code EARTH20 at checkout. Your Yuckies Website: https://www.youryuckies.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_yuckies/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourYuckies | |||
| 22 Aug 2022 | 50. Exclusive Reading from the Outdoor Minimalist Book | 00:12:59 | |
To celebrate our 50th episode and the release of the Outdoor Minimalist book on September 1, 2022, here is an exclusive sneak peak into the book itself. Listen in and enjoy an audiobook style reading of the Outdoor Minimalist introduction. Read by Meg Carney. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/listener-support YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist | |||
| 26 Jun 2023 | 92. Making Hunting and Fishing More Accessible with Erin Crider | 00:34:36 | |
Hunting and fishing are seemingly popular outdoor activities, but how easy are they to learn when you didnāt grow up doing them? In episode 92 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are reentering the arena of hunting and fishing. While I work indirectly in this space, these specific outdoor activities are ones that I have had very minimal experience with but want to bring more voices from hunters and anglers onto the show, especially those helping underrepresented groups thrive in a world designed for sportsmen. Uncharted Outdoorswomen and their female guides are passionate about creating space for women in the outdoors. Erin Crider founded the company in Colorado and has expanded to Wyoming, Montana, and Oregon. The Uncharted Team creates opportunities for women and other unlikelies to learn outdoor skills like hunting, fishing, and other survival skills. All classes, camps, and retreats are taught and guided by women. ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā VENMO: ā @OutdoorMinimalistā --------------- Uncharted Outdoorswomen Website: https://unchartedoutdoorswomen.com/ Instagram: @uncharted_outdoorswomen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnchartedOutdoorswomen/ --------------- Related Episodes #10 Prioritizing Experience and Place Over Equipment and Possessions #18 Finding Minimalism and Connection Through Fly Fishing #19 Deer Hunting, Sustainability, and Conservation #25 What is Lead Free Fishing? #46 Hunters and Vegans Have More in Common Than You Think #73 Wild Horse Conservation: What's the Problem and How Can We Fix it? | |||
| 31 Oct 2022 | 58. The Truth About Recycled Apparel with Bill Johnston | 00:44:40 | |
In episode 58 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are returning to one of my favorite topics of discussion: textiles. We are expanding on several other episodes that have dove into textile production in the outdoor industry as well as what it means to have a circular production model. To help me expand on these ideas, I had the pleasure of chatting with Bill Johnston. Bill is the founder and president of Recover Brands, a North Carolina-based sustainable apparel company. Recover Brands is a mission-driven company that creates environmentally friendly and socially responsible products. From producing premium garments from start to finish all in one facility to where and how the product is locally made, Recover Brandsā renewably sourced collections deliver an innovative solution for a better tomorrow. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Use the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST for 10% off every Neo Bites order. RECOVER BRANDS WEBSITE: https://recoverbrands.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/recoverbrands/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/recoverbrands PODCAST: https://recoverbrands.com/a/blog/category/be-the-impact-podcast YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYUqtiaAWIrw2z1O0GCO__A | |||
| 22 Apr 2023 | EARTH DAY SPECIAL: Maximize Your Outdoor Life While Creating a Minimalist Lifestyle (Humans Outside interview with Meg) | 00:46:25 | |
Audio provided courtesy of Amy Buschatz, creator and host of the Humans Outside podcast. The more time you spend outside, the more you might be thinking about doing what you can to make sure the thing you love so much -- nature -- is taken care of and around for others to enjoy, too. Itās a bummer to watch something you enjoy so much disappear or be carelessly shoved aside. In this "best of" Humans Outside episode with Meg Carney, an outdoor minimalist, author and podcast host shares her tips for outdoor minimalism and itās worth a listen. Humans Outside: https://humansoutside.com/ More Episodes: https://humansoutside.com/podcasts/ Instagram: @humansoutside Amy's Episode on the Outdoor Minimalist podcast: #36 Building a Daily Outdoor Habit --------------- INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā | |||
| 07 Nov 2022 | 59. 2022 Election Resources for Environmentally Minded Voters | 00:09:56 | |
Bill Nye the Science Guy said it best, āthe main thing you can do about climate change isnāt recyclingā itās voting.ā Thatās why in episode 59 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I am going to discuss a few of the ways you can use your voice to vote for the environment. Now, I want to be clear, since politics can often be polarizing, I am not going to tell you who to vote for or who I support. I am simply going to overview a few of the standout environmental issues to pay attention to and how to identify candidates in your state that support important environmental policies and ideas. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | 122. Becoming Ultralight: A Long Distance Backpacker's Lessons in Gear with Sarah Berkeley | 00:42:34 | |
In episode 122 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, weāre going ultralight. We havenāt explored ultralight backpacking on this show for several reasons before, and one of those reasons is that I donāt know much about it! It is a topic that many listeners are interested in learning more about, so I was excited to invite an experienced ultralight hiker and entrepreneur onto the show to share about her journey to becoming an ultralight, long-distance hiker.Ā Sarah Berkeley started Symbiosis Gear in 2022 to meet the gear needs of women backpackers, especially in the ultralight space. While hiking the 2650-mile Pacific Crest Trail in 2019, she bought and used three different backpacks while on the PCT, and none fit well. She doesnāt want other women backpackers to experience the discomfort, extra expense, and discrimination that she did, so she started Symbiosis Gear to cater to the needs of women backpackers. She knows that providing high-quality gear that fits well makes backpacking more accessible and enjoyable for women, thus building more diversity in the backpacking world. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā --------------- Symbiosis Gear Website: https://www.symbiosisgear.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/symbiosisgear/ EXCLUSIVE Gear List: https://www.symbiosisgear.com/minimalist UL Gear Trade Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ULgeartrade/ --------------- Related Episodes 37. Tips for a Low-Waste Thru-Hike with Ana Lucia Valencia 62. In Field Gear Repair Tips You Need to Know with Whitney "Allgood" La Ruffa 82. Creating a More Adaptive Hiking Space with Tish Scolnik 98. How Not to Die in the Wilderness with Andrea Lankford --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 27 Jan 2025 | 166. Policy for Equity: Climate Justice and Outdoor Access with Outdoor FUTURE | 00:49:00 | |
In episode 166 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, weāre discussing outdoor equity and climate justice. Weāll learn how we can push for policies that help everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, have access to the benefits of outdoor spaces. Our guests also shed light on the barriers communities face in accessing the outdoors, the policy gaps we need to bridge, and the ways local governments, schools, and nonprofits can collaborate to create lasting change. This is also the first time Iāve had the pleasure of hosting three guest speakers! Today, youāll hear from Taishya Adams, Ćngel PeƱa, and Gabaccia Moreno.Ā Taishya (she/her) is a servant leader focused on collective liberation and stewardship through community building, personal transformation, and systems change. After 30+ years at the intersections of education, health, workforce, science, and environment, Taishya founded the Mukuyu Collective, LLC to transform systems through policy, programs, and play. Taishya is also an elected official serving as a council member for Boulder City Council. Taishya also serves on the board of Black in Marine Science. Previously, Taishya served as a commissioner to Colorado Parks and Wildlife; the NOAA National Marine Sanctuary Business Advisory Council; and on the Colorado Natural Areas Council. Ćngel PeƱa was born and raised in the RĆo Bravo valley, he is a first generation Mexican, American and father of three. Ćngel has had the opportunity to support and lead strong effective teams that ultimately secured protections totaling millions of acres across the American Southwest. A founding member of the Next 100 Coalition, and Now the Executive Director of the Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project he is in the business of people empowerment. Working to empower the people that have true, authentic and deep-rooted ties to the land. Gabaccia Moreno is a first-generation multimedia storyteller, consultant, and passionate outdoor advocate. Growing up, visiting the Maya forest gave her an appreciation for the land and its wildlife at an early age. Today, she serves as the executive director of The Outdoorist Oath, an organization that creates educational tools and equips people ally planet, inclusion, and adventure. She is also an ambassador for Leave No Trace and Sawyer Products. Gabaccia has also served as National Monuments Fellow for Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project, participating in campaigns seeking to make the outdoors more equitable while protecting our shared ecosystems.Ā Other media credits include guest hosting/producing at She Explores and Dirtbag Diaries podcasts, and contributions to Backpacker.com. In her free time, youāll find her outside, probably fishing, hunting, hiking, or backpacking. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā @theoutdoorminimalistā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976 -------------------- Episode Resources Outdoor FUTURE: https://outdoorfuture.org/Ā Mukuyu Collective: https://mukuyu-collective.com/Ā Nuestra Tierra: https://www.nuestra-tierra.org/Ā | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | FOREVER CHEMICALS: From Atomic Bombs to Teflon Pans, How the PFAS Controversy Began | 00:24:43 | |
In the first episode of this ten-part series, we explore where PFAS came from and how it became a prevalent part of our consumer products. While the innovation of this class of chemicals has been astoundingly effective in applications like firefighting foams, waterproof rain jackets, and Teflon pans, our appetite for convenience created a toxic chemistry we may have to live with forever. In the next episode of Forever Chemicals, we dive deeper into how the controversy surrounding PFAS grew into a global health crisis and how it has persisted in manufacturing to this day. Subscribe to the Forever Chemicals Podcast to hear the full series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forever-chemicals/id1724693010 Guests featured in this episode: - Arlene Blum, Green Science Policy Institute - Mike Schade, Toxic Free Future - Stefan Posner, textile and polymer chemist - Scott Wilson, Regenesis Environmental Remediation - James Pollock, Marten Law LLP If you want to learn more about what PFAS are, where they are found, the proven health effects, how you can limit your exposure, up to date news on PFAS, and how to get involved in PFAS regulatory efforts, visitĀ OrĀ Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā : ā https://gofund.me/77aac225ā ----------------------- Snaplinc Consulting provided expert fact checking and guidance for the creation of this podcast. Snaplinc Consulting provides corporate sustainability strategies and ESG support across a broad range of industries including apparel, footwear, home furnishings, software, cosmetics, professional services and more. Head to snaplincconsulting.com to learn more and contact the experts to guide you through complex topics like CSRD, PFAS, greenhouse gas assessments, SBTi, CDP, EcoVadis, B Corp and many more compliance and certification frameworks. ------------------------- Sources 1. Manufacturing Dive. (n.d.). The history behind 'forever chemicals': PFAS. Retrieved from https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/the-history-behind-forever-chemicals-pfas-3m-dupont-pfte-pfoa-pfos/698254/ 2. Plunkett, R.J. (1986). ā The History of Polytetrafluoroethylene: Discovery and Development.ā In: Seymour, R.B., Kirshenbaum, G.S. (eds) High Performance Polymers: Their Origin and Development. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-7073-4_25 3. Teflon II commercials: Historical Reel 2, 1960-70, FILM_1995300_FC43, FC 43, DuPont Company films and commercials (Accession 1995.300), Audiovisual Collections and Digital Initiatives Department, Hagley Museum and Library, Wilmington, DE 19807 http://findingaids.hagley.org/xtf/view?docId=ead/1995_300.xml 4. W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (n.d.). The Gore Story. Retrieved from https://www.gore.com/about/the-gore-story#section2 | |||
| 01 May 2023 | 84. Take Ownership of Your Influence Through Action with Sensi Graves | 00:33:09 | |
In episode 84 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore the idea of taking ownership of your influence through action. Every single one of us, no matter our reach, has an influence within our community. So, how can we, as individuals, harness the power of our influence to take ownership of our lives and how we spend our time? To explain how she did this in her own life, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sensi Graves. Sensi is a professional kiteboarder, confidence expert, and womenās empowerment speaker. Sheās also the founder of a sustainable swimwear line, Sensi Graves Swim. She helps people feel like theyāre enough now by sharing the story of becoming a pro kiteboarder and starting a business before she believed she could. When not traveling for photoshoots or speaking gigs, Sensi runs womenās kiteboarding retreats and camps and mentors women on confidence and business. Her mission is to help people that look successful on the outside feel successful on the inside. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā VENMO: ā @OutdoorMinimalist --------------- SENSI GRAVES Website: https://www.sensigraves.com/ Sensi Graves Swim: https://sensigravesswim.com/ Strut Kiteboarding Camps: https://www.strutkiteboarding.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sensi-graves-93646337/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sensigraves Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensigraves/ --------------- EPISODE RESOURCES Climate Neutral: https://www.climateneutral.org/ Let My People Go Surfing by Yvon Chouinard --------------- Related Episodes #36 Building a Daily Outdoor Habit #40 Becoming Minimalist: Downsizing for Life #57 Max Your Inspiration, Not Your Impact | |||
| 25 Jul 2022 | 46. Hunters and Vegans Have More in Common Than You Think with Ben Paige | 00:52:24 | |
In episode 46 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we overview some common talking points a vegan and a hunter may encounter in a conversation together. Unlike most conversations or should I say debates between ācarnivoresā and vegans, my guest, Ben Paige, and I decided to frame the conversation surrounding our similarities instead of differences. Thatās not to say that there werenāt things we donāt agree on, but instead of focusing on the areas in which we will never align, we wanted to take a closer look at the places we agree and can work better together for a collective good. Ben Paige is a Conservation Driven Marketer, that helps State Fish & Wildlife Agencies navigate the future and adopt modern marketing technologies like CRMās and CDPās coupled with Data Strategies, Marketing Automations, Attribution models and Customer Journey Builds to help create better relationships between people, state agencies and ultimately the resource. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Use the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST for 10% off every Neo Bites order. EPISODE RESOURCES Hunt to Eat: https://hunttoeat.com/ Fowl Front: https://www.fowlfront.com/podcast | |||
| 03 Jun 2024 | 136. How Sustainable (and Ethical) is Down? with Daniel Uretesky | 00:42:18 | |
In episode 136 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are tackling the highly requested topic of Down insulation.Ā If you remember, back in episode 101 we spoke with Mike Somberby from Duckworth about how ethical and sustainable wool production actually is. Well, today, we take a similar approach to learn about down insulation.Ā And to all of our vegan listeners: be ready for what you learn, because it just might surprise you.Ā To help me uncover the ethics and sustainability of down insulation production and use, I sat down to chat with Daniel Uretsky.Ā After earning his law degree from Georgetown and working four years as a litigator, Daniel returned to join the family business in 2010 as General Counsel. In his years at ALLIED, Danielās business-savvy and socially conscious leadership has helped ALLIED expand its already prestigious partner base, which now reads as a veritable whoās who in the outdoor and home fashion industries.Ā And now as President, he has piloted a wide range of environmental impact efforts and advocated for animal welfare initiatives in-house and across the industry ā even spearheading what has become the industryās largest animal welfare standards like the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) and Traceable Down Standard (TDS). GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- Website: https://alliedfeather.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedfeatheranddown/ Responsible Down Standard: https://textileexchange.org/responsible-down-standard/ Track My Down: https://www.trackmydown.com/ | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | 141. The Wonder and the Worry: The Power of Storytelling in Times of Environmental Crisis with Chris and Louise Johns | 00:44:11 | |
There is wonder in storytelling, whether through words, film, photography, music, dance, or painting. Any form of art requires a deep wonder and admiration for the subject or muse. Growing up in a world plagued by a climate crisis, though, there is immense worry.Ā So, how can we grapple with the wonder and the worry within our world of telling stories? For episode 141 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down and learning from Chris Johns and his daughter Louise Johns to hear about how they balance both the wonder in photojournalism and the worry not only within the natural world but also in the world of media.Ā The first photographer to be named Editor-in-Chief for National Geographic magazine, Chris Johns served as the ninth Editor-in-Chief of the iconic magazine from January 2005 to April 2014, an era marked by 23 prestigious National Magazine Awards from the American Society of Magazine Editors.Ā In 2008, Chris was named Magazine Editor of the Year, and in 2011, National Geographic was named Magazine of the Year. Following his role as Editor-in-Chief, Chris led the organization as Chief Content Officer and directed a major initiative called āBeyond Yellowstone,ā a multi-year project documenting the health of Americaās first National Park.Ā A native of Oregon, Chris resides with his family in Missoula, Montana, where he teaches journalism at the University of Montana and Oregon State University. Louise Johns is an independent photojournalist and documentary photographer with a masterās degree in Environmental Science Journalism from the University of Montana. A National Geographic Explorer, her work examines the relationships between people, places, and animals, focusing on rural communities in the American West. She began documenting the landscapes and people of the American West while working as a horse wrangler in Montanaās Centennial Valley. Her work has appeared in various outlets, including The New York Times, National Geographic, The Washington Post, GEO, The Nature Conservancy, Patagonia, and High Country News. Her work has been exhibited regionally and internationally and has won international awards. In addition to her photojournalism work, she teaches photography.Ā She is a fellow with the International League of Conservation Photographers, a member of Women Photograph, and has a TEDx talk called Seeing With Heart. She lives in Montana, where she pursues stories that help her understand the place she calls home. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- The Wonder and the Worry Documentary Trailer: https://youtu.be/oPKxr5HNvGQ?si=mmeQ1JSLMWlF5HWA Films at OSU: https://films.oregonstate.edu/worry-wonder Chris Johns Photo Society: https://thephotosociety.org/member/chris-johns/ Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Johns_(photographer) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-johns-36151532/ Louise Johns Website: https://www.louisejohnsphoto.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e.l.johns/?hl=en NatGeo Explorer: https://explorers.nationalgeographic.org/directory/louise-johns | |||
| 30 Dec 2024 | 162. Best of 2024 | 00:22:13 | |
Itās the final Monday of 2024, and what a year itās been for the Outdoor Minimalist podcast!Ā In this special round-up episode, weāre celebrating the yearās highlights, including the top five most downloaded episodes. Whether youāre a first-time listener or a dedicated fan who tunes in every Monday, this episode is the perfect way to reflect on our journey together. Weāre also taking a moment to celebrate the success of Forever Chemicals, our new investigative podcast series. From becoming the #1 Chemistry podcast in the U.S. to earning a homepage feature on Apple Podcasts during Earth Month, this project has been a labor of love that sparked critical conversations in the outdoor community.Ā Forever Chemicals has been nominated for the Best Sports Documentary Podcast at the Sports Podcast Awards! Voting is open until January 13th. Please cast your vote (link below) and help us take home the win. Vote Here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-sports-documentary-podcast/Ā As for 2025, thereās even more to look forward to, including the possibility of another new podcast (pending funding)!Ā For now, join us as we revisit the most memorable Outdoor Minimalist episodes of 2024: Top 5 Episodes of 2024: 5. Episode 132: What Skiing Taught Me About Taking Business Risks with Ted Ligety A deep dive into how skiingās challenges translate into entrepreneurship, featuring two-time Olympic gold medalist Ted Ligety. 4. Episode 137: Travel is Not Sustainable with Breanne and Dave KiefnerA critical look at the environmental impacts of travel and how we can rethink our wanderlust to prioritize sustainability. 3. Episode 146: How to Apply Minimalism to Ultralight Backpacking with Glen Van PeskiInsights from the founder of Gossamer Gear on packing light and living with intention on the trail.Ā 2. Episode 122: Becoming Ultralight: A Long-Distance Backpackerās Lessons in Gear with Sarah Berkely Sarah Berkely shares her journey of ultralight backpacking as a woman and the lessons sheās learned along the way. 1. Episode 120: Building a Healthier Relationship with Food (On and Off the Trail) with Heather KellyOur most downloaded episode of the year! Heather Kelly discusses nutrition, mindfulness, and the intersection of food and outdoor adventure. Thank You for a Great Year! Whether youāve been with us since day one or are just joining the Outdoor Minimalist community, thank you for making 2024 such an incredible year. This podcast has been a journey of learning, growth, and connection, and weāre so excited for whatās to come in 2025. Letās keep exploring, learning, and minimizing together. See you in 2025! INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā | |||
| 22 Nov 2021 | 11. Greenwashing in the Outdoor Industry with Steven Sashen | 00:37:12 | |
In episode 11 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are going to hit a topic that I love to talk about but I hate that exists: greenwashing. Like many topics that I cover in my book, I feel confident I could do an episode on my own about this, but Iād rather hear from industry experts about greenwashing specifically in the outdoor industry, their experiences, how they avoid it, and their ideas moving forward. So, to help me dig deeper into this important topic, I am thrilled to share my conversation with Steven Sashen. Steven is a serial entrepreneur who has never had a job, a former professional stand-up comic and award-winning screenwriter, and a competitive sprinter -- one of the fastest men over 55 in the country (maybe the fastest 55+ Jew in the world!). He and his wife, Lena Phoenix, co-founded the footwear company Xero Shoes, creating "a MOVEMENT movement" which has helped hundreds of thousands of people Live Life Feet First with happy, healthy, strong feet in addictively comfortable footwear. Xero Shoes has been on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies for 5 years in a row. Steven and Lena also appeared on Shark Tank, where they turned down a $400,000 offer from Kevin O'Leary. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST XERO SHOES WEBSITE: https://xeroshoes.com/go/OUTDOORMINIMALIST XERO SHOES INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/xeroshoes BAREFOOT RUNNING BOOK: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9925784-the-barefoot-running-book SNOPES: https://www.snopes.com/ MICROPLASTICS INFO: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/reduce-laundry-microfiber-pollution/ | |||
| 06 Nov 2023 | 111. Phasing Out PFAS in Outdoor Equipment with Fjallraven | 00:38:47 | |
In episode 111 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we introduce the highly requested topic of PFAS. Youāll get an inside look into how and why companies have chosen to use PFAS in the past and how one company has phased out the chemical to better align their products with their commitment to a better outdoor experience and a more sustainable future.Ā Thereās much to be said about this subject, and honestly, thereās far too much to cover in just one episode. Thatās why I am excited to announce that we are working on a new 10-part series dedicated to discussing what PFAS is, how it works, and why it is being phased out across the globe. Stay tuned for updates on release dates!Ā Leading our conversation today, Iām joined by Martin Axelhed and Donna Bruns.Ā Martin is the CEO of the prominent outdoor brand FjƤllrƤven, and Donna is the global director of product.Ā Hailing from the small town of Ćrnskƶldsvik in Sweden, a place where mountains and forest meet the sea, FjƤllrƤven is an outdoor clothing and equipment company thatās committed to making nature more accessible. In true Swedish style, we focus on simplicity and practicality, and we have the utmost respect for the environment. --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: ā ā ā ā https://dioritegear.com/ā ā ā ā YouTube: ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegearā ā ā ā Facebook: ā ā ā ā https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089931191484ā ā ā ā Instagram: ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ā ā ā ā Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- Fjallraven Website: https://www.fjallraven.com/ Sustainability: https://www.fjallraven.com/us/en-us/about/sustainability PFC-Free Since 2009: https://press.fjallraven.com/en/story/saying-no-to-pfcrs-since-2009.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fjallraven_na Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fjallravennorthamerica -------------------- Related Episodes 3. How to Identify Sustainable Product Materials with Mary Swanson 12. What's the Deal with Natural Fibers in the Outdoor Industry? with John Gage 38. Is There an Alternative to Toxic Solvent-Based Gear Coatings? with Gabriella Whittaker 72. Whatās the Deal with Deadstock? with Nicole Wilson 101. How Sustainable (and Ethical) is Wool? with Mike Sombery -------------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 13 May 2024 | 133. Is Mindfulness the Secret to Success in Sports, Business, and Beyond? with Pamela Levine | 00:24:56 | |
In episode 133 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore some root concepts of minimalism: mindfulness.Ā Iāve wanted to explore more topics regarding mindfulness on the show, so when I learned about Mandukaās company story and dedication to bringing mindfulness to the masses, I knew I had to learn more.Ā Joining me in todayās conversation, I had the pleasure of learning from the CEO of Manduka, Pamela Levine.Ā Pamela has always had a knack for carving her own path. Whether serving as a college athlete, coaching youth sports, or leading womenās Title IX sports initiatives, Levine has exhibited a natural leadership mentality from a young age. Throughout her career, Pamela's unwavering passion for fitness and wellness, combined with her athlete mentality, has guided her path of service across executive teams at top-tier brands in the Outdoor and Wellness industries.Ā With her extensive experience and passion for wellness, Pamela Levine found her calling at Manduka, the leading brand for yoga mats, accessories, and apparel. Returning as CEO after a 5-year hiatus, she leads the charge in championing Mandukaās singular mission to inspire the practice of yoga. She focuses on providing high-quality, sustainable products and community resources to a diverse and growing customer base. Whether they are beginners or advanced practitioners, Levine is dedicated to ensuring everyone can find a place of mindfulness to enrich their lives and communities daily. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- Manduka Website: https://www.manduka.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MandukaYoga Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandukayoga/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MandukaYoga | |||
| 07 Nov 2024 | Trump Wins, and the Climate Loses: Thoughts on the 2024 Election Results | 00:14:33 | |
We know the climate fight specifically just got a whole lot harder. Trumpās back in the White House, and with Republicans holding the Senate, weāre facing a serious uphill battle.Ā Weāre talking about a president whoās called climate change a "hoax," pulled the U.S. out of the Paris Agreement, and rolled back major environmental protections like the Clean Air Act.Ā Heās promised to open up more drilling, and heās even said heāll stop offshore wind energy projects on day one. Add to that his plan to gut the EPA and pull funding from clean energy programs... it's not looking good for the climate. But hereās the thingāwe canāt afford to tap out.Ā So, take a breath. Remember your why. Get outside, take in some fresh air, and give yourself space to process. Donāt forget to check in on your people. Some folks might be struggling more than others right now, and thatās where community comes in. We might not agree on everything, but weāre in this together. And lastly, donāt disengage. The fight isnāt overāitās just going to look a little different right now. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- | |||
| 13 Feb 2023 | 73. Wild Horse Conservation: What's the Problem and How Can We Fix it? with Women in the Wilderness | 00:23:55 | |
In episode 73 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about wild horses. More specifically, we discuss wild horse conservation and the issues and conflicts surrounding the wild horse populations inhabiting the Western United States. I was lucky enough to be joined by two of the three women that created Women in the Wilderness: Katherine Boucher and Louisa Behnke. Women in the Wilderness is a group of three women creating a documentary to educate the public about wild horses on America's public lands. The three completed a month-long horse packing trip across Wyoming with nine mustangs while interviewing experts about the wild horse issue along the way. Their mission is to educate as many people as possible about wild horses. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book --------------------- WOMEN IN THE WILDERNESS DONATE: https://seedandspark.com/fund/women-in-the-wilderness#story THE FILM: https://womeninthewildernessfilm.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/women_in_the_wilderness_film/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Women.in.the.Wilderness.Film/ YOUTUBE: @womeninthewildernessfilm --------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES Wild Horse and Burro Management Wild Horses: Are There Too Many in the West (Mountain Journal) | |||
| 09 Oct 2023 | 107. Sustainable RV Living: Renovations, Gear, and Community with Kristen Sara and Siya Zarrabi | 00:33:07 | |
In episode 107, we discuss a part of the outdoor industry that we donāt usually discuss: RV living and travel. There have been a few episodes about vanlife and overlanding, and since so many people choose RVs, trailers, and vans as their mode of transit or even as a full-time home, it only makes sense to explore how to do it sustainably. I have never lived in a camper trailer or an RV, so when I discovered Kristen Sara and Siya Zarrabiās Hopscotch the Globe brand, I knew I wanted to hear their insights into low waste and minimalist living while traveling and living out of their airstream. Kristen and Siya are an adventure-seeking, world-traveling, tiny home-living couple behind the Hopscotch the Globe brand. They have one of the top travel channels on YouTube dedicated to travel and adventure. They showcase everything from travel tips and advice, destination guides, tiny house living, beauty and fashion, food adventures, bizarre travel, reviews, and more! In todayās episode, theyāll share what theyāve learned in over a decade of travel and how we all can integrate a minimalist mindset, whether on holiday or choosing to live on the road full-time. VENMO: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā @OutdoorMinimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: ā ā https://dioritegear.com/ā ā YouTube: ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegearā ā Facebook: ā ā https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089931191484ā ā Instagram: ā ā https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ā ā Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- Hopscotch the Globe Website: https://hopscotchtheglobe.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopscotchtheglobe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hopscotchtheglobe/ YouTube: @hopscotchtheglobe -------------------- Related Episodes ā 40. Becoming Minimalist: Downsizing for Lifeā ā 87. Using Minimalism to Reduce Stressā ā 91. The Rise of Overlanding and Its Environmental Impact 99. How Sustainable is Vanlife? -------------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 11 Oct 2021 | 5. Saving Money Living Sustainably with R&D Financial | 00:36:08 | |
MYTH: Living a sustainable lifestyle is only for the elite and is too expensive. FACT: Living a sustainable lifestyle can save you money. In episode 5 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we are delving into finances and how they related to outdoor recreation and sustainable living. The R&D Financial Coaches, Rebecca and Dylan, are here to help me discuss saving money and bolstering your finances while living sustainably. Rebecca Brooks and Dylan Pollock, owners of R&D Financial Coaching, guide outdoor couples and people on their journey to Financial Freedom by helping them be better stewards of their money and align their finances with their values. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist -------------------------- R&D FINANCIAL WEBSITE: https://www.radcoaches.com/blog/is-financial-coaching-right-for-you R&D FINANCIAL INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/radcoaches/ R&D FINANCIAL FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/radcoaches R&D FINANCIAL LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/r-d-financial-coaching/ | |||
| 10 Apr 2024 | FOREVER CHEMICALS: Phasing Out PFAS in US Apparel | 00:35:51 | |
As we learned in earlier episodes, phase-out and regulatory efforts for PFAS were not swift, and they certainly are not complete. However, because of the recent regulatory changes on consumer goods, specifically in California, many US-based outdoor brands and chemical companies have finally committed to removing PFAS from their products.Ā Guests featured in this episode: - Greg Brietmier, ā Mystery Ranchā - Mike Schade,ā ā ā ā ā Toxic Free Futureā ā ā ā - Ammi Borenstein, ā ā Snaplinc Consultingā - Alex Lauver, ā ā Outdoor Researchā - Kevin Myette, ā ā ā ā Bluesignā ā ā ā - Theresa Mckenney, ā Nemo Equipmentā - Kirsten Blackburn, ā ā Keen Footwearā - Matthew Eshed, Research Fellow If you want to learn more about what PFAS are, where they are found, the proven health effects, how you can limit your exposure, up to date news on PFAS, and how to get involved in PFAS regulatory efforts visitĀ ā ā ā ā Toxicfreefuture.orgā ā ā ā Ā ā ā ā ā Foodandwaterwatch.org ā ā ā ā OrĀ ā ā ā ā Pfascentral.org ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā : ā ā ā https://gofund.me/77aac225ā ā ā ----------------------- Snaplinc Consulting provided expert fact checking and guidance for the creation of this podcast. Snaplinc Consulting provides corporate sustainability strategies and ESG support across a broad range of industries including apparel, footwear, home furnishings, software, cosmetics, professional services and more. Head toā ā ā ā snaplincconsulting.comā ā ā ā to learn more and contact the experts to guide you through complex topics like CSRD, PFAS, greenhouse gas assessments, SBTi, CDP, EcoVadis, B Corp and many more compliance and certification frameworks. ------------------------- Sources "Balancing Fabric Performance and Sustainability" by Black-Footed Ferret Productions, Outdoor Minimalist, [July 24, 2023], https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/96-balancing-fabric-performance-and-sustainability/id1586174667?i=1000622162915 Bergen, Sujatha. "Columbia Sportswear Eliminate PFAS Campaign Launched Today," NRDC, available at: https://www.nrdc.org/bio/sujatha-bergen/columbia-sportswear-eliminate-pfas-campaign-launched-today Bergen, Sujatha. "North Face and Timberland Recognize PFAS Threat in Apparel," NRDC, available at: https://www.nrdc.org/bio/sujatha-bergen/north-face-and-timberland-recognize-pfas-threat-apparel Patagonia. "Say Goodbye to Forever Chemicals," Patagonia, available at: https://www.patagonia.com/stories/say-goodbye-to-forever-chemicals/story-133800.html | |||
| 29 Jan 2024 | 123. Fish Nerds Chat Outdoor Minimalism with Meg | 00:33:48 | |
Episode 123 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast is brought to you courtesy of Fish Nerds. The Fish Nerds Podcast is the fishing podcast for anyone who wants to fish better, laugh more, and learn a little. We talk about fish, fishing and eating fish. With a focus on conservation and sustainability. The show is usually funny, always interesting, and mostly true! Before we get to my Fish Nerds interview, I want to shout out one last reminder to all of my amazing listeners: The Outdoor Minimalist podcast was nominated for Best Podcast of 2023 by the Outdoor Media Awards. I am so honored to be nominated and on the list of productions! Thank you to everyone who made the nomination possible. Once nominated, it is up to peopleās choice. While we have a very engaged and dedicated audience, we are one of the smaller podcasts on the list, so today, I am making a final plea for votes! All you have to do is follow the link to the Facebook voting page (you need Facebook to cast a vote) and click the box next to Outdoor Minimalist. Right now, we are in the top six podcasts in the running, which already blows my mind, but we need several votes to make it to the top. Voting ends on February 1st at noon, so if you have 15 seconds to spare, please follow this link and vote for Outdoor Minimalist: https://www.facebook.com/groups/outdoormediaawards/permalink/1023821898848554/ GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā --------------- Related Episodes 10. Prioritizing Experience and Place Over Equipment and Possessions with Daniel Ritz 18. Finding Minimalism and Connection Through Fly Fishing with Joe Mahler 19. Deer Hunting, Sustainability, and Conservation with Kalli Hawkins 25. What is Lead Free Fishing? with John King 46. Hunters and Vegans Have More in Common Than You Think with Ben Paige 92. Making Hunting and Fishing More Accessible with Erin Crider --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 24 Apr 2024 | FOREVER CHEMICALS: PFAS as a Cautionary Tale | 00:30:34 | |
Throughout this series, weāve learned not only about how harmful PFAS is as a class of chemicals but also what the outdoor industry is doing to address the issue. While we may have started too late, we are on the right track now, but the work is far from over.Ā Guests featured in this episode: - Alex Lauver, ā ā ā ā Outdoor Researchā ā ā - James Pollock,ā ā ā ā ā ā Marten Law LLPā ā ā ā ā - Mike Schade,ā ā ā ā ā ā Toxic Free Futureā ā ā ā ā ā - Ammi Borenstein, ā ā ā ā Snaplinc Consultingā ā ā - Eva Karlsson, ā ā ā ā Houdini Sportswearā ā ā ā - Regina Goller, ā ā Jack Wolfskinā - Donna Bruns, ā ā ā ā Fjallravenā ā ā ā - Martin Axelhed, ā ā ā ā Fjallravenā ā ā - Kevin Myette, ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Bluesignā ā ā ā ā ā ā - Gabriella Whittaker, ā PolyCore Solutionsā - Kirsten Blackburn, ā ā ā ā Keen Footwearā ā ā ā If you want to learn more about what PFAS are, where they are found, the proven health effects, how you can limit your exposure, up to date news on PFAS, and how to get involved in PFAS regulatory efforts visitĀ ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Toxicfreefuture.orgā ā ā ā ā ā ā Ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Foodandwaterwatch.org ā ā ā ā ā ā ā OrĀ ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Pfascentral.org ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā : ā ā ā ā ā https://gofund.me/77aac225ā ā ā ā ā ----------------------- Snaplinc Consulting provided expert fact checking and guidance for the creation of this podcast. Snaplinc Consulting provides corporate sustainability strategies and ESG support across a broad range of industries including apparel, footwear, home furnishings, software, cosmetics, professional services and more. Head toā ā ā ā ā ā ā snaplincconsulting.comā ā ā ā ā ā ā to learn more and contact the experts to guide you through complex topics like CSRD, PFAS, greenhouse gas assessments, SBTi, CDP, EcoVadis, B Corp and many more compliance and certification frameworks. ----------------------- Sources Toxic Free Future. PFAS in Stain & Water-Resistant Products Study: Toxic Convenience. Retrieved from ā https://toxicfreefuture.org/research/pfas-in-stain-water-resistant-products-study/toxic-convenience/#:~:text=Our%20testing%20found%20not%20just,water%20resistance%20are%20in%20useā Resources Mentioned | |||
| 11 Jul 2022 | 44. What is the 30x30 Initiative? with Lexie Grittlefeld | 00:31:31 | |
In episode 44 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we discuss the 30x30 Initiative introduced by the Biden Administration. This initiative is essentially a national goal to conserve at least 30% of the US lands and freshwater and 30% of the US ocean areas by 2030. We arenāt only talking about that, though. We will discuss the Recreate Responsibly Campaign and many other amazing initiatives in California. I was excited to hear about these goals and initiatives, and I am even more excited to introduce someone currently working to achieve them. Lexie Gritlefeld is on a mission to make the outdoors welcome for all to explore. After working for a U.S. Congresswoman, Lexie discovered a particular interest for outdoor recreation and conservation policy and she decided to follow that passion, which has led her to be the only staff member for a newer non-profit organization, California Outdoor Recreation Partnership (CORP). CORP represents 80+ outdoor industry businesses and organizations in policy advocacy issues. The main sponsors are REI and The North Face. Their top priorities include equitable access, outdoor recreation infrastructure, and climate change resiliency. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- CORP WEBSITE: http://www.californiaoutdoor.org/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/californiaoutdoorrec/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/california-outdoor-recreation-partnership/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CaliforniaOutdoorRec/ ------------------------- LEXIE EMAIL: lexie@californiaoutdoor.org INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lexiegritlefeld/ ------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | 121. How Having a Baby Changed the Way I Play Outside with Jocey Newman | 00:39:10 | |
In episode 121 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I sat down to talk to an entrepreneur, world traveler, and devoted mother about how, throughout her life, the way she gets outside has changed. We all enter new seasons of life, and our circumstances greatly influence how we spend time outdoors. Having children is always a significant change, and as someone who does not have children, I was so excited to hear firsthand how more families can continue to get outside and help their children safely enjoy the outdoors with them. Jocey Newman is a mom, entrepreneur, and outdoor enthusiast. She's the founder of First Peak, a line of sustainable adventurewear for babies and toddlers, inspired by her own time in the outdoors with her young son and a desire to create more durable, eco-friendly items for our littlest explorers. She recently wrapped up 15 months of nomadic travel with her family across four continents and is now resettling in California with baby #2 on the way. She hopes her story and products can encourage more families to feel confident getting outside together. Right now, listeners can get an exclusive 10% off any First Peak products by using the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST at checkout. GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā --------------- EPISODE SPONSOR Diorite Gear: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://dioritegear.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YouTube: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@dioritegearā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Instagram: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/dioritegear/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Get 15% Off Your Next Order with the Code MINIMALIST --------------- First Peak Website: https://www.firstpeak.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpeakbaby --------------- Related Episodes 36. Building a Daily Outdoor Habit with Amy Bushatz 54. Why We Need Nature with Kenny Peavy 67. Using Apparel to Make the Outdoors Accessible for All with Jeremy Lux 77. What is Eco Anxiety? with Margo Stoney 81. How Do You Define Adventure? with Chris Christie 104. Finding the Right Trails for Your Needs with Hope Rowan --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | 120. Building a Healthier Relationship with Food (On and Off the Trail) with Heather Kelly | 00:49:35 | |
In episode 120 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, weāre exploring a topic that has been on my mind throughout 2023 and now as we enter 2024. Iāve been reading the book Reclaiming Body Trust, and it has made me rethink and evaluate my relationship with food and my body on a deeper level. Especially entering the season of New Year's resolutions, I think it is essential to consider how we can build a healthy relationship with food and with our perception of ourselves. Thatās why I sat down with Heather Kelly to explore building a healthier relationship with food (on and off the trail). Heather was born and raised in Alaska, which she still calls home today. A two-time NCAA National Champion in womenās rowing and voted CRCA/Pocock All-American her senior year, she still considers herself an athlete. She loves everything from CrossFit to weight training to long walks in the woods. While studying at Western Washington University, she earned a degree in Evolutionary Nutrition and went on to study at the Institute for the Psychology of Eating to become a certified eating psychology coach. Heather believes we all have a relationship with food, and that itās important to cultivate a healthy, satisfying relationship with our diet for long-term health. She is the founder and CEO of Heatherās ChoiceĀ®, which produces healthy, lightweight, packable meals and snacks for adventurers worldwide. Every product is handmade in their dedicated gluten-free kitchen in Anchorage, Alaska. The Heatherās Choice mission is to put good food in everyoneās pack, no matter where their adventures may take them. Before we get to my interview with Heather, I want to announce that the official trailer for the Forever Chemicals podcast just dropped today! You can listen to it exclusively on the Outdoor Minimalist podcast page; soon, more sneak peeks will be coming through. So, if you want to stay up to date with the latest, be sure youāre subscribed to our weekly newsletter at theoutdoorminimalist.com GOFUNDME: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā Fund the Forever Chemicals 10-Part Podcastā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā --------------- Heather's Choice Website: https://www.heatherschoice.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherschoice/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heatherschoicemealsforadventuring --------------- Related Episodes ā 37. Tips for a Low-Waste Thru-Hikeā ā 68. A Backcountry Dietitian's Best Tips for Prepping Backpacking Mealsā ā 79. The Environmental Impact of Backpacking Mealsā ā 86. Homemade Backpacking Meals for Special Dietsā ā 89. A BioBased Backpacking Food Packaging That Actually Works 106. Make Trail Food Fun, Functional, and Affordable with Chef Corso --------------- Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese | |||
| 07 Mar 2022 | 26. Parkscriptions: Your Prescription to Get Outside with Todd Elsworth | 00:27:31 | |
Have you ever wished you could get a doctorās note to go take a hike? Well, in episode 26 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss parkscriptionsā your prescription to get outside. It is no secret that we often feel better after just spending 20 minutes outside, whether we are sitting and forest bathing or on a walk in the park. The physical and mental benefits are astounding. There are several movements that focus on helping people get outside more often and many organizations like the National Park Service and Recreate Northwest that make opting outdoors easier. To help me discuss what parkscriptions are and how the idea can be added to your life, Iād like to introduce Todd Elsworth. Todd Elsworth likes to play outside, go on adventures with family and friends, and give back to his community. In 2013, Elsworth turned his passion into a profession, founding the Bellingham-based non-profit Recreation Northwest. The organizationās mission to āteach the health benefits of nature, promote outdoor recreation, and steward the places where we playā guides his work. Recreation Northwest provides opportunities for people to be introduced to beginner and intermediate experiences learning outdoor recreation skills, enjoying the health benefits of being mindful outdoors through immersive experiences in nature, and having a local guide to connect our parks and our people together through adventure and storytelling. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST RECREATION NORTHWEST WEBSITE: https://www.recreationnorthwest.org/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/recreationnorthwest/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RecreationNorthwest YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9UxNriLeKfsbmcsL56kMsg ----------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||
| 08 Aug 2022 | 48. Can a Company Be 100% Circular? with Niclas Bornling | 00:40:12 | |
In episode 48 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss what it means to have a circular product range as a company and how to get there. If you arenāt sure what a circular product range or a circular economy is, thatās okay; my guest Niclas Bornling overviews all of this and much more. Niclas is an international Swede that has lived and worked in France and the US, currently living in Portland, ORāmarried to an amazing woman from Portland and father of two boys. He has spent most of his career in the outdoor and sports industry. Together with sailing and skiing, one of his biggest passions is the concept of a brand and how this intangible thing can connect on an emotional level with people. He hates the word āconsumerā and envies people who believe. One day heāll start a blog, and it will be called āI donāt know.ā INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Use the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST for 10% off every Neo Bites order. https://houdinisportswear.com/en-us/sustainability INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/houdinisportswear/?hl=sv FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/HoudiniSportswear/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/houdini-sportswear/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClS4VifINvcgZpnyXU3S41Q | |||
| 20 Mar 2023 | 78. 7Rs: Rehome and Repurpose with Martin Armitage | 00:33:02 | |
In episode 78 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we return to some of the 7Rs of Outdoor Minimalism: rehome and repurpose. If youāve listened to some of the earliest episodes, then you may be familiar with them, but if you havenāt heard those episodes or read the book,Ā The 7R's of Outdoor Minimalism include:Ā
So, in this episode, we are focusing on the 5th R: rehome/repurpose. These two are grouped because, by the time we get to the point in our gearās life where it no longer serves us, we have a few choices: throw it away, recycle it, or repurpose it. However, sometimes, our gear is still fully functional by the time we are done using it, which is where rehoming comes into play. Both rehoming and repurposing aim to give the gear new life and divert it from the landfill.Ā To help give us some perspective and new ideas on repurposing, I interviewed Martin Armitage.Ā Martin has a lifetime of outdoor experiences, including over two decades as a Boy Scout Volunteer and a recipient of theĀ WHITNEY YOUNG, JR. AWARD,Ā the host of the globally popular podcast Papa Bear Hikes, Martin Armitage, has combined his love for the outdoors with his background in online education to create an inspirational and informative program with diverse guests sharing a variety of outdoor topics, from travel to outdoor adventures. Martin is alsoĀ the author ofĀ Switching Gears: Rediscovering the Meaning of Life, Love, and Happiness While Backpacking Vermontās Long Trail. INSTAGRAM: ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā WEBSITE: ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā YOUTUBE: ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ORDER THE BOOK: ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā --------------- MARTIN ARMITAGE Podcast: https://www.papabearhikes.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057657090812 Instagram: @papabearhikes01 YouTube: @martinoutside Book: Switching Gears | |||
| 08 Nov 2021 | 9. Eliminating Single-Use Plastics in the Outdoor Industry with Steven Reinhold | 00:38:23 | |
In episode 9 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we will be discussing a hot topic in any part of the sustainability and zero-waste movement: single-use plastics. More specifically, we will be discussing the use of plastics on the production side of packaging with some limited discussion regarding consumer use of single-use plastics. To help me expand on this topic, I had the pleasure of talking to Steven Reinhold. Steven has worked within the outdoor industry for over a decade. He began his outdoor career with Big City Mountaineersā Summit for Someone program where he guided and recruited fundraising climbers whose efforts supported BCMās wilderness-mentoring programs. Steven has been an ambassador for multiple outdoor brands and currently serves as Backpacker Magazineās official Brand Ambassador. He created the online sensation #trashtag, a social media-based cleanup effort, which went viral in 2019 and has been used over 100 million times worldwide! Steven also founded The Appalachian Adventure Company, which has strong guiding-roots, but has since grown into a formidable Media/Marketing/Consulting company which works closely with organizations like Black Folks Camp Too, Leave No Trace, and the Southern Environmental Law Center. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------ Connect with STEVEN: https://www.instagram.com/ramblin_reinhold/ APPALACHIAN ADVENTURE COMPANY: https://www.facebook.com/AppalachianAdventureCompany/ BLACK FOLKS CAMP TOO: https://www.instagram.com/blackfolkscamptoo/ Plastic Impact Alliance: Join the Plastic Impact Alliance: https://www.outsidebusinessjournal.com/issues/sustainability/packaging/how-to-join-plastic-impact-alliance/ About the #trashtagchallenge: https://www.cleanupnews.org/home/trash-tag-challenge Ever Green Adventure Foods: https://evergreenadventurefoods.com/ NoSo Patches: https://nosopatches.com/ Rerouted: https://rerouted.co/ | |||
| 25 Jul 2023 | 96. Balancing Fabric Performance and Sustainability with Theresa McKenney | 00:32:03 | |
In episode 96 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss how one company is making waves in the outdoor industry through new product innovations and pioneering a circular production model. Most of our discussion revolves around a new proprietary fabric and upcoming product innovations from the Nemo Equipment team. To explain how theyāve achieved all this and more, I had the pleasure of hosting Theresa McKenney. Theresa is the Director of Sustainability at NEMO Equipment, an innovative gear brand based in Dover, New Hampshire. When sheās not deep in a spreadsheet or hiking a trail, Theresa enjoys playing piano and fiddle with the Boston Scottish Fiddle Orchestra. VENMO: ā ā ā @OutdoorMinimalistā ā ā --------------- Nemo Equipment Website: https://www.nemoequipment.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nemoequipment/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nemoequipment YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NEMOEquipmentInc Theresa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-mckenney-37137a3b/ OSMO Fabric Overview: https://www.nemoequipment.com/pages/osmo Nemo Sustainability Page: https://www.nemoequipment.com/pages/sustainability Outdoor Industry Association Climate Action Corps: https://outdoorindustry.org/climateaction --------------- Related Episodes 3. How to Identify Sustainable Product Materials 12. What's the Deal with Natural Fibers in the Outdoor Industry? 38. Is There an Alternative to Toxic Solvent-Based Gear Coatings? 48. Can a Company Be 100% Circular? 58. The Truth About Recycled Apparel | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | 76. Grow Where You Are (Life in Motion interview with Meg) | 00:35:05 | |
Learn more about Meg's background, how she got into writing, and the origins of the Outdoor Minimalist book in her interview with Jeremy Lux, host of the Life in Motion podcast. Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they ākeep it realā. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors. Tweet us and let us know what you think of this episode! @illuminecollect Find more episodes at https://illuminecollect.com/blogs/news/life-in-motion-podcast Since 2017 Illumine has donated over $29,358 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 136 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast. --------------- OUTDOOR MINIMALIST INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book | |||
| 04 Oct 2021 | 2. 7Rs: Reduce, Refuse, Rethink | 00:19:07 | |
The 7R's of Outdoor Minimalist serve as the framework of these concepts and are the stepping stones to implementing Outdoor Minimalist pursuits into your life. The 7R's of Outdoor Minimalism include:
In episode 2 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, I'm exploring the first three Rs: Reduce, Refuse, and Rethink. You'll learn how they differ from the original 3Rs you may be familiar with, how these Rs serve as the backbone of Outdoor Minimalism, and why they're important in any outdoor pursuit. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES PATAGONIA COMMON THREADS INITIATIVE PATAGONIA 'DONT BUY THIS JACKET' AD HOW TO SAVE A PLANET: Is Your Carbon Footprint BS? SOURCES History.com - When Did Americans Start Recycling? | |||
| 26 Sep 2022 | 53. How To Talk About Outdoor Minimalism | 00:23:37 | |
In episode 53 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are answering a listener question. How do you talk about outdoor minimalism with friends and family who donāt know much about these topics or donāt agree with the ideas? First off, I love this question. Second, if you have a specific topic or question, please feel free to message me, email me, or submit an episode request on theoutdoorminimalist.com For most outdoor recreationists, the concepts in the outdoor minimalist book are ones that we can agree on. But when it comes to minimizing your environmental impact, it can reach into areas of our lives like the food we eat, the clothes we buy, and how we interact with nature in general. These things can require behavioral changes that not everyone in your life may be comfortable with or even willing to ever do. So, if that sounds like someone you know, how can you introduce these ideas in an approachable way and might stir up a constructive conversation? To help me with this episode, I am excited to have my older brother and audio editor, Alex, on the show. We will go over some different approaches to help introduce outdoor minimalism to people of all backgrounds and ways of life. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist | |||
| 17 Mar 2025 | 173. Public Lands Under Attack: Whatās Happening and What You Can Do | 00:34:26 | |
In this episode, we discuss the ongoing threats to our public lands and the attacks on US environmental protections under the current administration. From the push for fossil fuel extraction to rollbacks of key policies like the Antiquities Act and NEPA, the Trump administration's agenda is having devastating impacts on public lands and the environment. We hear from: Jocelyn Torres, Chief Conservation Officer for the Conservation Lands Foundation Louis Geltman, Vice President for Policy and Government Relations at Outdoor Alliance Tania Lown-Hecht, the Vice President of Communications and Strategy at Outdoor Alliance Do you have questions or potential guests for future episodes covering public lands policy? Submit any information to our Google Form: https://forms.gle/VQW5ZoVcr6nDEd9t8 or reach out via email on our website (theoutdoorminimalist.com) Key Topics:
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 148. The Current State of Animal Conservation and Deforestation with Katie Cleary | 00:21:17 | |
When we talk about what we eat, we often think of our health, but what about the planet's health? In episode 148 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore our food system through the lens of animal conservation and how our individual choices can contribute to devastating ecological impacts such as deforestation, which further pressures endangered species around the globe.Ā Katie Cleary is a model, actress, and documentary filmmaker known for her roles in America's Next Top Model and How To Get Away With Murder. Katie is a passionate advocate for animal welfare, as demonstrated by her impactful work in the documentary WHY ON EARTH, where she collaborates with Clint Eastwood to highlight the urgent issue of deforestation and its effects on endangered species. With her latest project focusing on the preservation of North American wolves and her leadership in Peace 4 Animals and World Animal News, Katie's commitment to wildlife conservation is truly inspiring. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Katie Cleary Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiecleary11 IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1446934/ Peace 4 Animals: https://peace4animals.net/ World Animal News: https://worldanimalnews.com/ Why on Earth Documentary: https://whyonearthfilm.com/ Give Me Shelter Documentary: https://give-me-shelter.com/ | |||
| 10 Apr 2023 | 81. How Do You Define Adventure? with Chris Christie | 00:30:07 | |
In episode 81 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Christie about adventure, finding your passions, and what defines us as humans during every phase of our lives. I really enjoyed my conversation with Chris and his insights about building character and living life to ensure we have no regrets as we grow old. After being an outdoor industry leader for over 30 years, Chris has decided to combine his passions for being outside and positively impacting this world. Enter 2023 and The Mill...a new social media platform that inspires people to live their adventures TODAY and empowers them to make it happen. To kick off the new platform, Chris is embarking on Character Walk 2023 and walking from North Carolina to Maine to raise money and awareness of seven amazing animal rescues along the route as part of the Character Giving program within the platform. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā --------------- The Character Mill Website: https://www.thecharactermill.com/the-mill/ Character Walk: https://www.thecharactermill.com/character-walk-2023/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecharactermill Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecharactermill/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecharactermill?lang=en | |||
| 18 Apr 2022 | 32. Sustainable Adventure Tourism: Guide Education Resources with Xenia Brundin | 00:37:47 | |
In episode 32 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we are talking about sustainable adventure tourism. Now, this is a fairly broad topic, so in this episode, we are mostly focusing on how guides and guiding companies can best equip themselves to teach and advocate for best practices when recreating outdoors. To help me do that, Iād like to introduce Xenia Brundin. Xenia is the co-founder of SUMMIT Adventure Academy and knows how powerful the role of a guide is in spreading knowledge and creating relationships between nature and guests. At SUMMIT Adventure Academy, they are educating a new generation of outdoor guides that are skilled but also environmentally and socially conscious to support the future of adventure travel and the outdoor industry. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ----------------------------- SUMMIT Adventure Academy WEBSITE: https://www.summitadventureacademy.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/summitadventureacademy INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/summit.adventure.academy/ ----------------------------- EARTH MONTH GIVEAWAY DETAILS Mentally prepare to read the trashiest post youāve ever seen forā¦ our EARTH DAY GIVEAWAY! š @thegroundskeepers work isn't pretty. In fact, it's downright dirty work. We do it for our #1 (mama š) and to encourage others to leave it better. We never place any sort of judgment on how trash came to be in our wild places or neighborhoods, we just take care of it (almost 30,000 pounds since 2017!). E N T E R:
S I D E N O T E S The giveaway ends at midnight PST on 4/21 Open to U.S. Residents only * Winners will only receive a DM from the official @granitegear account. | |||
| 13 Jun 2022 | 40. Becoming Minimalist: Downsizing for Life with Aaron Owens Mayhew | 00:27:18 | |
In episode 40 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we discuss the process of becoming minimalist. Minimalism is very much an individual journey, but many people will experience overlapping challenges and hurdles along the way. Although Iāve talked about this in previous episodes to some extent, to share her story and give some practical advice on sustaining a minimalist lifestyle, I had the pleasure of hosting Aaron Owens Mayhew. Aaron is a registered dietitian and ultralight long-distance backpacker with nearly 20 years of experience as a hiker and nutrition expert. In 2017, she quit her job and began preparing for her first thru-hike. During this process, Aaron realized how uniquely qualified she was to plan and prepare meals for outdoor athletes and decided to put her skills to the test. That same year, she founded Backcountry Foodie, an online ultralight recipes and meal planning platform. Since then, Aaron has dedicated her career to helping thousands of hikers enjoy delicious food and improve their performance in the backcountry. She focuses on ultralight, low-volume recipes and meal plans specially formulated for endurance athletes. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST BACKCOUNTRY FOODIE WEBSITE: https://backcountryfoodie.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/backcountry_foodie/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/backcountryfoodie YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/BackcountryFoodie ------------------------- Plastic Film Recycling: https://www.plasticfilmrecycling.org/ | |||
| 23 Jan 2023 | 70. What Happens After We Recycle? with Amanda Close | 00:31:18 | |
In episode 70 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are talking about recycling! Iāve had a few guests on the show that have shed some light on recycling, but not quite to this depth yet. Todayās guest, Amanda Close, is an expert in all things waste streams and is here to answer the question: what happens after we recycle? Amanda Close is the Education and Outreach Manager at Waste Loop and works with local communities, schools, and businesses to reduce, reuse, repair, repurpose, recycle and, most importantly, rethink their waste streams. Waste Loop is a 501(3)(c) nonprofit based in the Wenatchee Valley of Central Washington with a mission to inspire communities to transform their 'waste' into resources. They envision a world where the concept of 'waste' no longer exists. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST WASTE LOOP WEBSITE: https://www.wasteloop.org/ INSTAGRAM: @waste_loop FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/WasteLoopWA/ ------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||
| 06 Jun 2022 | 39. The Benefits of Insect Proteins for Us, Our Pets, and the Planet with Wesley Cooper | 00:32:31 | |
In episode 39 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we get to talk about eating insects. While Iād love to do an episode on insect proteins in a human diet, today we are going to focus on insect proteins, our pets, and the planet. There is a lot to be said about dog nutrition and the impact our petās diets have on the environment. To help make this topic a bit more palatable, I had the pleasure of chatting with Wesley Cooper, the co-founder of Neo Bites. Neo Bites is a company on a mission to accelerate the shift towards sustainable animal nutrition through insect protein. Neo Bites is the product of Wesleyās desire to play a pivotal role in the fight against climate change. During his time working in the food and beverage industry in NYC, his life-long passion for sustainability led him to learn more about the climate impact of our chosen protein sources. It was during this time that he was introduced to insect protein, and Neo Bites came to fruition shortly after. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Use the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST for 10% off every Neo Bites order. NEO BITES WEBSITE: https://eatneobites.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/eatneobites/?hl=en FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/eatneobites/ EMAIL: woof@eatneobites.com | |||
| 10 Mar 2025 | 172. 37.5 Technologyās Science of Sustainable Textiles with Blair Kanis | 00:25:30 | |
Sustainability in the outdoor industry has come a long way, but the challenges of waste, microplastic pollution, and textile biodegradability remain an issue many brands struggle to address.Ā Thatās where 37.5 Technology comes in. Known for creating high-performance fabrics that enhance comfort and moisture management, 37.5 has also been pushing the boundaries of sustainable textile innovation. One of their latest advancements, the Enhanced Biodegradation Additive (+EB) technology, is designed to accelerate the breakdown of synthetic fibersāhelping to combat plastic waste and reduce environmental impact. In episode 172 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I sat down with Blair Kanis from 37.5 Technology to discuss their journey in sustainability, the development of their biodegradation technology, and the challenges of integrating this innovation into the broader textile industry.Ā Blair Kanis is the president and general counsel at Cocona Labs, the creator of 37.5Ā® Technology, and a global leader in sustainable thermoregulation material science. She joined Cocona Labs in 2020 as General Counsel and Director of Sustainability after a decade as an attorney at Kutak Rock LLP, specializing in intellectual property and Corporate Social Responsibility compliance. Active in the sustainability field since 2012, Blair has also taught business and human rights at the University of Denver Law School. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE:ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā @theoutdoorminimalistā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā -------------------- Cocona Labs Website: https://www.thirtysevenfive.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thirtysevenfive LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cocona-inc./ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYnXO2QJNaQ-FwYGuNHZ8Uw | |||
| 30 May 2022 | 38. Is There an Alternative to Toxic Solvent-Based Gear Coatings? with Gabriella Whittaker | 00:25:16 | |
In episode 38 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we do a deep dive into a topic that Iāve been wanting to learn more about for quite some time but wasnāt sure where to look. We are discussing solvent-based coatings. These are the waterproof and abrasion resistant coatings that we apply on a lot of our outdoor textiles from tents to backpacks, pants, and more. Solvent-based coatings have quite the impact environmentally and socially. Luckily I had the pleasure of talking with someone that is working to help shift the industry away from toxic solvent based coatings to a safer alternative. Gabriella Whittaker is a relatively new member of the outdoor industry professionally, but she has been an avid participant in the outdoors since before she could walk. She grew up skiing and climbing in the mountains of Washington and Idaho, and her time spent in nature fueled a passion for protecting these environments. Now, she has found a space for her love of sustainability to make an impact on the outdoor industry through PolyCore Solutions. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Lava Linens Discount Code for 15% off your next purchase: OUTDOORMINIMALIST POLYCORE SOLUTIONS WEBSITE: https://polycoresolutions.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/polycoresolutions/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/PolyCoreSolutions/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/polycoresolutions/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCif_rqcK12vmUWELQoQh4Rw/featured ------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||
| 03 Jul 2023 | 93. How to Identify Your Gear Needs with Alisha McDarris | 00:48:11 | |
In episode 93 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are returning to some of the foundational topics of the show: outdoor gear and equipment. If youāve read the book, youāll know that a big chunk of the text revolves around product materials, gear picks, gear repair, and gear needs. So, for this episode, weāre covering a topic Iāve wanted to discuss since the start of this podcast: how to identify your gear needs.Ā To give us some insights into how we can all make better gear choices, I sat down to chat with Alisha McDarris.Ā Alisha is the founder ofĀ Terradrift.comĀ and the siteās accompanying YouTube channel, where she and her husband Josh share gear reviews, outdoorsy how-toās, guides, and more, including a full backpacking course for beginners. She is also a freelance journalist and photographer specializing in writing about sustainable travel and outdoor adventure for publications like Popular Science, Backpacker, Outside, Roadtrippers, and more. ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā VENMO: @OutdoorMinimalist --------------- Alisha McDarris Website: https://alishamcdarris.com/ Terradrift: https://terradrift.com/ Backpacking 101 Course: https://terradrift.com/how-to-backpack/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/terradrift Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terradrift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terradrift/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@terradrift --------------- Related Episodes #3 How to Identify Sustainable Product Materials #11 Greenwashing in the Outdoor Industry #24 Identifying Your Needs: Adventure, Gear, and Safety | |||
| 04 Oct 2021 | 3. How to Identify Sustainable Product Materials with Mary Swanson | 00:47:49 | |
In episode 3 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, I will be discussing how consumers and brands can take steps to identify more sustainable product materials. This is a big topic that I felt was best discussed with an industry expert like Mary Swanson. Mary is the CEO and a co-founder of Lava Linens. Together, she, her mom, Sheila, and sister, Caitlin, create durable, luxurious adventure towels powered by flax and hemp - two of Earth's most impressive fibers. Lava Linens' aim is to be as sustainable and responsible as possible - not succumbing to the pressures of fast fashion nor to the norms of the outdoor industry while still creating high-performing, valuable pieces of outdoor gear. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ---------------------------------- Get 15% off Lava Linens towels with the discount code OUTDOORMINIMALIST LAVA LINENS WEBSITE: https://shoplavalinens.com/ LAVA LINENS INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lavalinens/ | |||
| 07 Oct 2024 | 152. Are You Voting for the Climate in November? with Kate Gaertner | 00:41:01 | |
During October, we are focusing on climate change and climate change policies. While I am not a single-issue voter, aligning who I vote for, no matter the office, with my values is important. As someone who cares deeply about the planet, climate policies greatly influence how I choose to cast my vote.Ā So, this month, we will be hearing from experts nationwide who specialize in different aspects of climate change action and policies. Be sure to subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay updated on the latest climate discussion each week this month.Ā In episode 152 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we kick off our climate month by looking at the intersection of climate policy and everyday life. We discuss why strong climate policies are essential for the future of the United States, touching on their impact on both the environment and the economy.Ā To help lead this timely discussion, I am excited to introduce Kate Gaertner.Ā Kate has 25 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience in corporate sustainability. As the founder and CEO of TripleWin Advisory LLC, she specializes in GHG inventories, TCFD analyses, supply chain mapping, and developing company sustainability roadmaps. Kate has held roles in digital marketing at XM Satellite Radio and Time Inc., consulted for Fortune 500 companies, founded a sustainable activewear brand, and served as an adjunct professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology. She is the Board Chair of XXcelerate, supporting women-led businesses, and advises the Loopt Foundation on zero waste goals in manufacturing. A leading sustainability expert, Kate is a sought-after speaker and opinion Ā writer featured in top publications. She hosts a monthly sustainability column for Portland's Star-News and is the author of "Planting a Seed: 3 Simple Steps to Sustainable Living." Kate holds a Master's in Sustainable Management, an MBA from Wharton, and a degree from Dartmouth College. INSTAGRAM: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā WEBSITE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā YOUTUBE: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalist ORDER THE BOOK: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/bookā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā LISTENER SURVEY: ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ā ----------------- Kate Gaertner Website: https://kategaertner.com/ Book: https://kategaertner.com/bookĀ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-gaertner-935478/Ā Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kategaertner/Ā Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kate.gaertner/Ā ----------------- Episode ResourcesĀ Clean Air Act: https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-clean-air-actĀ Clean Water Act: https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-clean-water-actĀ Silent Spring Book: https://www.nrdc.org/stories/story-silent-springĀ Climate Reality Project: https://www.climaterealityproject.org/Ā 350.orgĀ Environmental Entrepreneurs: https://e2.org/Ā | |||
| 29 Aug 2022 | 51. Must Have Training Tips for Hiking With Your Dog with Stephanie Rombough | 00:40:41 | |
In episode 51 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we once again are talking about dogs. I know we have a lot of dog content on this show, and that is because bringing our pets outside has a huge impact on those local ecosystems. So, as responsible pet owners, it is helpful to have the right tools and knowledge when heading outside. For this specific episode, though, we are focusing more on the things that help set your dog up for success on the trail and the training tips that may help keep you, your dog, and the environment safe on your next hike. A part of preserving and enjoying outdoor spaces is respecting them, and while I love watching my dogs enjoy these natural spaces, some things, like staying on trails, help keep them open for public use, protect our pets, and preserve flora and fauna. So, to help break down some of the most important training tips you can have when hiking with dogs, Iād like to introduce Stephanie Rombough. Stephanie is the trainer and owner at Happy Hounds Dog Training in Edmonton, Alberta. Steph offers both obedience and behavioral training using force-free methods. Today weāre going to be talking about hiking with your dog, which Stephanie does all the time with her corgi/heeler cross, Nirah. INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/ WEBSITE: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/ ORDER THE BOOK: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/book YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist ------------------------- Use the code OUTDOORMINIMALIST for 10% off every Neo Bites order. HAPPY HOUNDS DOG TRAINING WEBSITE: https://happyhoundsdogtraining.ca/home INSTAGRAM: @happyhounds_dogtraining TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@happyhoundsdogtraining FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/HappyHoundsDogTraining.ca ------------------------- EPISODE RESOURCES | |||