Episode 18: Ben Roth – Creating Bravely

My guest today is Ben Roth, a multi-disciplinary artist working primarily with sculpture, furniture and printmaking. He draws his inspiration from the natural world and tries to draw attention to the environments and systems that can teach us so much. He’s also an avid fisherman, trail-runner and former restaurateur.

We talked about how he found the “art world” that he could exist and thrive in, how when he’s teaching art to students, he’s really teaching them confidence and bravery, and why business skills are essential for any aspiring artist. 

Follow Ben on Instagram @rothinator

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Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 17: Veronica Schreibeis Smith – Designing Well

My guest today is Veronica Schreibeis Smith, Founding Principal and CEO of Vera Iconica, a global pioneer in wellness architecture. She’s practiced architecture on four continents and currently works, speaks, and leads think tanks internationally on the topic. She’s also a 4th generation Wyomingite who used to guide horseback trips into the wilderness.  She currently uses some of those same skills while wrangling her 3 young children. 

We talked about the art and science behind how Vera Iconica designs the built environment to optimize your life, the development of the Wellness Wheel for architecture, and a special project Vera Iconica’s working on with Deepak and Rita Chopra. 

Follow Veronica on Instagram @veronicaschreibeis

Learn more about Vera Iconica Architecture at veraiconica.com

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Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 16: Brolin Mawejje – Breaking Multiple Trails at the Same Time

My guest today is Brolin Mawejje, a snowboarding Olympic hopeful representing Uganda, a sponsored rider for Burton, and a medical student pursuing his MD.  He’s also passionate about history, learning to garden, and having the biggest positive impact he can have on the world.  

We talked about his current focus on “transitions”, how snowboarding is his vehicle for impact, and his “summer of introspection.” 

Follow Brolin on Instagram at @thabyron_ma

Photo Credits:

@robkingwill

@keeganrice

@sully_land

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Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 15: Michael Landers – Many Countries, Many Hats, and a Bunch of Resilience

My guest today is Michael Landers, the founder of Culture Crossing. He’s also a consultant, speaker, author and coach. As a child, Michael grew up in 4 different countries and has worked in over 35 as an adult. He helps companies around the globe improve their cross-cultural communication, leadership, and management skills.

We talked about what life was like as Third Culture Kid, the 3 skills needed to successfully enter and integrate into a new culture, and why “Entertrainment” is the best way to learn.

Find out more about Michael and Culture Crossing at CultureCrossing.net

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Episode 14: Laura Tacho – Crossing the River by Feeling the Stones

My guest today is Laura Tacho, a technology consultant and former VP of Engineering.  She’s spent her career helping teams build software using cloud-native technology and now partners with growth stage start-ups to help them achieve their goals 

We talked about how she assembled her leadership Voltron, also known as her Strong Woman Squad, why it’s important to know how to structure your thoughts and also plan backward, and how when you stick out like a sore thumb, don’t be afraid to stick out.

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Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 13: Ross Guttler – Learning to Break Trail

My guest today is Ross Guttler, CEO of The Open Center, the country's longest-running urban center for personal growth and spiritual practice. Prior to this, Ross worked in wellness real estate, served as an advisor to startups in the wellness and prop-tech spaces, and held leadership roles on numerous industry and non-profit boards.

We talked about how he used to literally say “I’m not someone who breaks trail”, his path to becoming his own boss, and that “productive time” isn’t more noble than non-productive time.  

Learn more about the Open Center at OpenCenter.org

Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 11: Ethan Estess – Inspiration, Creation, Conservation

My guest today is Ethan Estess, a marine scientist, artist, and surfer who communicates the message of ocean stewardship through sculpture. His artwork has been exhibited at venues like the World Economic Forum, San Francisco International Airport, the Getty Museum, and Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch.

We talked about his love of bluefin tuna, how it’s ok to have multiple passions, and that friendships have led to all the good things that have happened in his career.

Follow Ethan on Instagram @ethan.estess.art.science

Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 12: Max Hammer – Stacking Your Life

My guest today is Max Hammer, a professional free-skier, filmmaker, and founder of Ski More Good. He’s also a husband, father of two, and host home provider for his brother-in-law with Down syndrome. 

We talked about keeping life simple, telling stories, and balancing taking charge with following someone else’s lead.

More info on Max at SkiMoreGood.com

Photo Credits:

Andrew Miller - andrewmillerphotos.com

Gray Thompson - @graythompson_ on Instagram

Joel Oberly - @chasing87colours on Instagram

Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 10: Max Greenwald – Leaping for Connection

My guest today is Max Greenwald, founder and CEO of Warmly. Max and his team are in the business of bringing humanity back into virtual conversations. Their amazing companion app for Zoom helps you build more authentic relationships during video calls by sharing information about the other people you’re chatting with.

We talked about how he made the leap from his great job at Google to start Warmly, his “shadow-puppet” approach to life and using the 99 to 100 framework when making big decisions.

Follow Warmly on Twitter @warmlyai

Follow Warmly on LinkedIn 

Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 9: Sasha Dingle – Sensing the place

My guest today is Sasha Dingle, founder and lead meditation teacher of the Mountain Mind Project.  She’s also a former faculty member at the Goleman Emotional Intelligence Coaching and Training Program and competitor on the mountain biking Enduro World Series and skiing Freeride World Tour. Sasha’s vision is to make training the mind as common as training the body.

We talked about:  how to not hide from your mind, that mindfulness is really about learning to drop back into our bodies, and when you don’t know where you belong, keep breaking trails till you find the place where you can really be yourself.  

Follow Sasha Dingle on Instagram @sashadingle

Follow the Mountain Mind Project on Instagram @mountainmindproject

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Photo Credits:

Chris Figenshau - @chrisfigenshau

Seth Beckton - @sethbeckton

Wade McKoy- @wademckoy

Jay Goodrich - @jaygoodrich

Dunn Creative - dunncreative.com

Editing and social media support from Michael Moeri (@thatsamoeri)

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Episode 8: Carston Oliver – Insights from the “Quiet Crusher”

My guest today is Carston Oliver, a multi-sport professional athlete, environmental advocate, and self-proclaimed hot sauce weirdo. On any given day, he could be sliding on snow or riding dirt, building trails or protecting watersheds, tweaking product design or field-testing gear, or in his backyard garden picking peppers for his Spicy Magic Sauce. 

We talked about him being uncomfortable with self-promotion and social media, having a “tinkering mindset” and the value of being prepared.

Follow Carston on Instagram @carstonoliver

Photo Credits: Mary Mcintyre  - @marykmcintyre

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Episode 7: Alex Yoder – “The Privilege to Care”

My guest today is Alex Yoder, Co-founder, and CEO of Overview Coffee and a Patagonia Snowboarding Ambassador. He’s committed to tangible environmental activism, human connection, and harnessing the quiet power that comes from being a shy kid.

We talked about his transition from anti-establishment snowboarder to CEO, why it’s a privilege to be in a position to care and why it’s important to be mindful about how you participate in commerce.

Photo Credits: Johnie Gall, Andrew Miller & Ben Moon

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Episode 6: Summer Fenton – Saying “Yes”

My guest today is Summer Fenton, a professional snowboarder, disaster relief government worker, and social media influencer. She’s always exploring and saying “yes” to new opportunities.  Summer’s dedication and go-with-the-flow spirit epitomize the Trail Breaker spirit. 

We talked about her goal of making it to the next winter Olympics, family being the most important thing, and never allowing herself to be boxed in. 

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Episode 5: Jeff Moran – Show Up, Stand Up, Speak Up

My guest today is Jeff Moran, Chief Marketing Officer for the Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club and commonly referred to as the "voice of Jackson Hole." When not helping the next generation of elite snowsports athletes, you can find him calling the shots for events ranging from international competitions on Redbull TV to local pig wrestling. 

We talked about how he moved past his fear of public speaking, why he never turns down a challenge and the superpowers of conversational agility and social fluency.

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Episode 4: Brook Hopper – Breaking and riding new trails around the world for women, by women, with women.

My guest today is Brook Hopper, Global Marketing Manager for Liv Cycling, the only comprehensive cycling brand dedicated solely to women. Brook loves traveling the world to support women riders. Whether it’s a first ride or a podium finish, she spreads the message “for women, by women, with women.” 

We talked about her mission to create a more equitable and inclusive cycling industry, how she manages a team of women leaders in the outdoor industry, and what aspiring leaders can do to create change within organizations. 

Learn more about Liv Cycling at Liv-Cycling.com

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Episode 3: Bobby Gill - Why Regenerative Agriculture is the Path Forward

My guest today is Bobby Gill, Director of Development and Communication for the Savory Institute. He works to accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture and distills the complexity of these issues to new audiences.

We talked about how regenerative agriculture can “heal” nature, how to persuade people to shift their paradigm and the importance of creating audacious goals when making global change.

Learn more about Bobby and the Savory Institute at www.Savory.Global

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Episode 2: When You’re Clear, the Path Opens Up with Marie-France Roy

Marie-France Roy broke trail from her roots in Eastern Canada to her current life, split between Whistler and Vancouver Island. She’s a professional snowboarder, environmental activist, entrepreneur, cob home builder, future seaweed farmer, and board member of Protect Our Winters (POW) Canada.

We chatted about her love of doing things she's never done before, balancing “Go For It” with “Captain Safety”, and how snowboarding recharges her to keep fighting for the environment.

Follow Marie @mariefranceroy

Photo Credit of Marie: @mattiasfredrikssonphotography

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Episode 1 - Finding Grace in the Space with Sandy Shultz Hessler

Sandy Shultz Hessler has a long history of breaking trail—from her time as a dean at Harvard’s Kennedy School and her co-creation of the Start-Up Intensive in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to her most recent venture, 6 Minutes Daily.

We had a great conversation about what her life is like now living on her mini ranch in Idaho and the work she does with emerging and existing leaders, helping them to find a new level of peak performance by tapping into things like purpose, values, balance and flow.

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