Ep. 1023: Playing Soccer on Kilimanjaro - Revisited - Laura Youngson

Ep. 1023: Playing Soccer on Kilimanjaro - Revisited - Laura Youngson

Back in 2017 while sitting on the couch and watching sports news coverage, Laura noticed the dismal amount of time dedicated to women’s sports. What struck her the most was “the fact that there are more stories about horses than women in the sports pages”. Being a proficient soccer player herself and experiencing the frustrations of minimal coverage and a general lack of opportunities, she decided to do something about it.

A quick Google Maps search and a few emails later, Laura devised a plan to elevate women’s sports higher than it has ever gone, literally. The idea was to gather a group of women to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro and play an official game of soccer near the summit.

The journey became a gathering of 60 women from around the world with referees, goals, etc. all climbing above 18,000 ft. to play a soccer game. Their efforts stand as a Guinness World Record, a testament to their dedication to raising the coverage and opportunity for women in sports, and was the genesis of Equal Playing Field, a non-profit Laura co-founded.

After the success of climbing Kilimanjaro, Laura continued to chase Guinness World Record soccer matches to raise awareness for women in sports and show the world women can do anything. The lowest elevation soccer game was played at the Dead Sea in 2018, and two world records were achieved in France thereafter for the most nationalities represented in a soccer game.

The long-term action Laura has taken is through her startup, Ida Sports, which is aiming to create a soccer boot specific to women, something that has never been done successfully, but something needed due to fundamental differences in men's and women’s feet.

If you learn anything from Laura, it’s that you shouldn’t be afraid of going down a path no one has ever gone before, especially if a better world is on the other side.

To learn more about Laura and her work:

Idasports.co @idasports

Equalplayingfield.com @equalplayingfieldinitiative



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Ep. 853: Bike Touring the Length of New Zealand - Revisited - Jordon Wolfram

Ep. 853: Bike Touring the Length of New Zealand - Revisited - Jordon Wolfram

Originally aired - August 30, 2019Jordon has a fascinating childhood jumping between the US, Ecuador, and Canada, which instilled a thirst for faraway destinations and adventure. Join us today to hear the story of a seemingly normal guy having the adventures of a lifetime between work and family. Instagram: @jwolframSponsors:Gnarly Nutrition: Get 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Better Help: Better Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

4 Elo 202254min

Ep. 852: K2 + The Seven Summits - Lisa Thompson

Ep. 852: K2 + The Seven Summits - Lisa Thompson

Lisa Thompson is the second American woman to summit K2, the second highest and considered the deadliest mountain in the world.Lisa has also summitted the highest mountain on all seven continents and is currently coordinating an all-women’s expedition in Nepal in 2022, which will be led by Sherpani in support of Nepalese women.She is a breast cancer survivor and in 2018 founded Alpine Athletics where she coaches aspiring climbers to reach their mountain goals.Her forthcoming book, Finding Elevation, chronicles her path from novice climber to the summit of K2.Lisaclimbs.comAlpineathletics.net@Lisaclimbs on IG and FBGet 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Better Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

1 Elo 20221h 1min

Ep. 851: Paddling 250 Miles on the River Thames - Revisited - Krista Halling

Ep. 851: Paddling 250 Miles on the River Thames - Revisited - Krista Halling

Originally aired October 12, 2017Krista Halling, Glen Chilton, and their mascot, Alfred the Kingfisher, paddle 250 miles from the source of the River Thames in rural England. They traveled through 44 locks, the city of London, and around the north coast of Kent to inspire school children and others to have outdoor adventures, big or small.Twitter: @thamestripFacebook: fallingdownthethamesGlen's Site: www.glenchilton.com/falling-down-the-thames-for-young-adventurers Better Help’s mission is to make professional therapy accessible, affordable, and convenient — so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime and anywhere. If you’re looking to talk with a licensed professional online therapist, go to BetterHelp.com and let them know you heard about them on Adventure Sports Podcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

28 Heinä 202253min

Ep. 850: Circumnavigate the US by Bike & Kayak - Renata Chlumska

Ep. 850: Circumnavigate the US by Bike & Kayak - Renata Chlumska

Renata is a legendary Czech-born adventurer and mountaineer. She was the first Swedish and Czech woman to climb Mount Everest and was listed in Outside Magazine as one of the world’s “25 adventure goddesses." In 2005, after the death of her partner, Göran Kropp (also a well-known adventurer), she embarked on what she calls the "Around America Adventure". She would circumnavigate the lower 48 US states by bike and kayak. When biking, she would pull her kayak behind her with a set of two wheels and while kayaking, she would ship her bike ahead of her at the next portion of the trip.  She started in Seattle and paddled to San Diego, bicycled San Diego to Brownsville, Texas, continued kayaking around Florida to Eastport, Maine, and then bicycled back to Seattle across the northern portion of the US. Through this experience she became the first person to circumnavigate the US this way. This is a wild, unique, and beautiful story of what a true adventure really means. Learn more about Renata: Renata.nuInstagram: @renatachlumskaOur Sponsor:Gnarly NutritionGet 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Heinä 20221h 8min

Ep. 849: Climbing Through Physical Trauma - Revisited - Melissa Strong

Ep. 849: Climbing Through Physical Trauma - Revisited - Melissa Strong

Originally aired April 13, 2020Being a restaurant owner during this Coronavirus outbreak is not a walk in the park. However, facing seemingly insurmountable challenges is nothing new to Melissa. Today she tells us her story of overcoming a terrible accident that nearly completely jeopardized her love of climbing. She still deals with trauma, but she has learned to use it as fuel to continue moving forward. I hope it inspires you, no matter what you’re going through. birdandjim.comInstagram: @melissaistrong @birdandjimFacebook: @melissaistrong @birdandjimrockandice.com/features/life-and-limbdenver.cbslocal.com/2017/10/30/electrocuted-thumbs-sewn-onto-armsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

21 Heinä 20221h 7min

Ep. 848: History-Based Ultrarunning - Todd Aydelotte

Ep. 848: History-Based Ultrarunning - Todd Aydelotte

Todd Aydelotte is considered a “Historical Ultrarunner”. He runs ultra-marathons that follow the paths of historical people and significant events. From running to the important locations of Edgar Allen Poe’s life to the locations of a series murders committed by a serial killer, Todd is fascinated and moved (literally) by history.In today’s conversation, we’re talking about Todd’s annual underground ultrarun that he organizes; The Warriors Ultra-Run. One his website, it’s described as “an overnight running experience that carries runners over 28 miles as they recreate the escape route from the iconic 1979 film by Walter Hill. After attending a 1 AM Conclave, held at a secret location in the Bronx, runners dressed as gang members pass iconic shooting sights as they race for Coney Island”Learn more and sign up for the Warriors Ultra Run here: thewarriorsultra.comIG: @toddaydelotteGet 15% off your first order of Gnarly Nutrition by using the code gnarlyadventure15 at gognarly.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

19 Heinä 20221h 5min

Ep. 847: Canoeing Deep Dive - Part 2 - Steve Piragis

Ep. 847: Canoeing Deep Dive - Part 2 - Steve Piragis

Originally aired September 14, 2015Steve Piragis returns to the show today for part 2 of his canoeing deep dive. Additionally, he catches us up on the threat to the Boundary Water Wilderness and the efforts underway to protect this national treasure!  Listen in to find out how you can get involved. Also, listen in to find out how you can get a great discount on gear and guides at Piragis Northwoods!www.piragis.comwww.savetheboundarywaters.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

14 Heinä 202242min

Ep. 846:  The Moose's Tooth Massif - Renan Ozturk & Freddie Wilkinson

Ep. 846: The Moose's Tooth Massif - Renan Ozturk & Freddie Wilkinson

Climbers and filmmakers Renan Ozturk and Freddie Wilkinson retrace the steps of pioneering mountaineer and aerial photographer Bradford Washburn. Inspired by Washburn’s iconic images of Alaska, Ozturk and Wilkinson attempt the unprecedented traverse of the Moose's Tooth massif.The film they produced about the experience, Sanctity of Space, dives into the exploration of three friends traversing Alaska’s most challenging peaks, the Moose's Tooth massif, in Denali National Park. A mission inspired by legendary explorer and photographer Brad Washburn, as his aerial photographs created a roadmap for modern day adventurers. This film unfolds Washburn’s own incredible story as we follow along with climbers & cinematographers Renan Ozturk & Freddie Wilkinson’s trek to the unthinkable summits.Instagram: @sanctityofspaceWebsite: https://www.thesanctityofspace.comRenan Instagram: @renan_ozturkFreddie Instagram: @freddiewilkinsonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12 Heinä 202250min

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