High-impact interviews for those who love adventure and the outdoors. Host and journalist Shelby Stanger interviews world-class explorers, athletes, authors, scientists, health experts and entrepreneurs about how they’ve taken their own wild ideas and made them a reality, so you can too. Some of the wildest ideas can lead to the most rewarding adventures.
Wild Ideas Worth Living
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High-impact interviews for those who love adventure and the outdoors. Host and journalist Shelby Stanger interviews world-class explorers, athletes, authors, scientists, health experts and entrepreneurs about how they’ve taken their own wild ideas and made them a reality, so you can too. Some of the wildest ideas can lead to the most rewarding adventures.
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Recent Episodes
September 22, 2026
This Is What Happens When You Ask a Stranger to Ride Your Tandem Bike with Tyler Mitic
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Expanding Access to the Outdoors with Alison Mariella Désir
Host Alison Mariella Désir shares her journey of expanding outdoor access for Black and Brown communities, inspiring listeners to find their own adventures.
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