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Wild Ideas Worth Living

Wild Ideas Worth Living

Written by: REI Co-op
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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.2016 - 2020 Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Finding Purpose in Endurance Running with Yassine Diboun
    Jun 2 2026

    Yassine Diboun is a Portland-based ultrarunner and coach who found endurance sports during recovery from addiction. After signing up for his first triathlon in 2004 to bring structure to his life, he discovered a talent for running that quickly evolved into a career in ultramarathons. Since then, he has become one of the sport’s most respected athletes, with top 10 finishes at Western States 100, multiple course records, and a place on the U.S. trail running team.

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    • Instagram

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    29 mins
  • Training Tips for Your Next Adventure with Joe Holder
    May 26 2026

    Joe Holder is a Nike Master Trainer and GQ fitness columnist with a track record of coaching elite athletes and high profile clients. Grounded in a background in health and wellness, he brings a practical approach to endurance training and overall fitness. His work spans marathon training, thru hike preparation, and strategies to support long term health and performance.

    Connect with Joe:

    • Instagram
    • YouTube

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    • Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®
    • AeroPress

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    22 mins
  • Rowing Solo Across the Atlantic Ocean with Taryn Smith
    May 19 2026

    In January 2026, Taryn Smith became the third American woman to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean, completing a 46 day Atlantic Ocean crossing in open water conditions. With no rowing experience beforehand, she leaned on a foundation built through world travel, the New York City Marathon, and summers exploring Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains.

    • Website
    • Instagram

    Thank you to our sponsors:

    • Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard®
    • AeroPress

    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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    26 mins
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