In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we head to southern Japan to explore Kyushu — one of the country’s most beautiful and least-traveled regions. Our guest, Max Wall, is a Swedish-born cycling guide who has called Kyushu home for over seven years. He shares what makes this rugged, culture-rich island a paradise for adventure travelers, food lovers, and seekers of authentic Japanese experiences. Max shares how he discovered Japan through manga, became fluent in Japanese, and built a life...
Jun 22, 2025•37 min•Ep. 220
⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of addiction, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. Listener discretion is advised. International: https://findahelpline.com USA and Canada: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 988 In this deeply moving and inspiring episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Pawel Durakiewicz — a multiple Guinness World Record holder who turned his life around after battling addiction and suicidal thoughts. Once on the brink of self-destruction, Pav...
Jun 15, 2025•29 min•Ep. 219
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we travel to one of the most underrated adventure destinations in the world: Jordan. Our guest, Ayman Abd-AlKareem, co-founder of Experience Jordan, shares his passion for hiking, cycling, and connecting travelers with the rich culture, history, and landscapes of his home country. Ayman tells the story of how he helped build Jordan’s premier walking and cycling holidays from the ground up — from mapping trails and launching homestays to guiding travel...
Jun 08, 2025•34 min•Ep. 218
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re joined by Beverly and Julian, a couple in their 60s who decided it was time for a radical reset. Instead of easing into retirement, they set out to cycle from the UK all the way to New Zealand, a bold adventure that redefined their lives, their careers, and how they spend their time. What happens when you decide not to retire, but to reinvent? They dive into the highs and lows of the trip, from quiet backroads in Europe to stunning coastal rides...
Jun 01, 2025•42 min•Ep. 217
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re joined by Will Gadd — elite ice climber, Red Bull athlete, paragliding pioneer, and National Geographic’s Adventurer of the Year. Will is best known as the first person to climb Niagara Falls, but his true legacy is built on decades of bold expeditions, thoughtful risk-taking, and helping others reframe challenge as opportunity. Will shares stories from wild adventures — paragliding hundreds of kilometers, climbing icebergs, and exploring remote...
May 25, 2025•36 min•Ep. 216
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Charles Achampong, speaker, author, and father, who made the life-changing decision to step away from a high-powered career to travel the world with his wife and two daughters. Over the course of a year, Charles and his family visited eight countries across four continents, carrying only backpacks and a commitment to reconnect with each other and the world. Their sabbatical wasn’t an escape — it was a deeply intentional pause designed...
May 18, 2025•43 min•Ep. 215
In this thrilling episode, Ricardo Kaljouw joins the 10Adventures Podcast to share his incredible journey of climbing the highest volcano on each continent, known as the Volcanic Seven Summits. With his final summit of Mount Sidley in Antarctica, Ricardo became the first person from the Benelux region to complete this unique and demanding global challenge. We hear about the rugged jungle terrain of Papua New Guinea, the extreme altitude of Chile’s Ojos del Salado, the kindness of strangers in Ir...
May 11, 2025•42 min•Ep. 214
In this awe-inspiring episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we meet Pascale Marceau, a former engineer and tech startup leader who walked away from a high-powered corporate life to chase polar dreams. Pascale’s story is one of reinvention — trading stability for freedom, and fluorescent lights for frozen landscapes. Pascale Marceau left her role as a pioneering engineer at a green energy startup to live in a tiny cabin, sail to Greenland, and explore the Arctic by ski, sled, and sailboat. Hear ho...
May 04, 2025•41 min•Ep. 215
Meet Roz Brooks, a woman who discovered hiking in her 50s and then said “yes” to everything. In this inspiring episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, Roz shares her journey from Las Vegas city life to climbing mountains, leading hundreds outdoors, and founding Blacks in Nature. You’ll hear about her first time seeing Alaska, the challenge of backpacking the John Muir Trail, and her accidental path into urban farming and nonprofit leadership. Roz’s story is funny, soulful, and deeply motivational. ...
Apr 27, 2025•49 min•Ep. 212
In this moving and uplifting episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Andrewes, author and adventurer, who transformed a Parkinson’s diagnosis into a journey of self-discovery and healing. Jennifer shares how walking across France—nearly 2000 kilometers—helped her reconnect with her body, her spirit, and a slower way of living. We talk about her experiences on two iconic routes: Le Puy Camino and the Via Lemovicensis. Along the way, Jennifer found not only stunning landscap...
Apr 20, 2025•46 min•Ep. 214
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re joined by Mark Synnott — legendary climber, Arctic explorer, author, and filmmaker. From summiting Everest to sailing 7,000 miles through the Arctic Passage, Mark shares stories of extreme endurance, raw connection to nature, and his mission to retrace the doomed 1845 Franklin Expedition. Mark dives into the emotional and physical challenges of his journey, featured in his new book Into the Ice and the accompanying National Geographic documentar...
Apr 13, 2025•56 min•Ep. 213
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we talk with Rob Pope, author of Becoming Forrest: One Man’s Epic Run Across America, and host of the How to be Superhuman Podcast. Rob shares what inspired his desire to run across the US five times, following the path of Forrest Gump. Rob also talks about the challenges of such a grueling adventure, the impact of doing this with his partner and then alone, and what he learned about the people and places in America while on his run. Rob also reflects...
Apr 07, 2025•45 min•Ep. 209
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we dive into one of Europe’s most fascinating long-distance walks—the Via Francigena. Mico takes the hosting seat once again as we chat with Richard about his recent journey along this historic pilgrimage route. Starting in Canterbury and stretching all the way to Rome, the Via Francigena offers a mix of stunning landscapes, rich history, and, of course, incredible food. Richard shares what makes this trek unique compared to other famous hikes in Euro...
Mar 23, 2025•38 min•Ep. 212
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we flip the script as Mico takes over hosting duties to grill our host Richard about multi-day trekking in Europe. With years of experience hiking across the continent, Richard shares why Europe is such a fantastic destination for long-distance walks—think stunning landscapes, rich history, incredible food, and the luxury of luggage transfers! We dive into what makes European trekking unique, how to choose the right trail, and why planning ahead is cr...
Mar 17, 2025•45 min•Ep. 211
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we explore one of the most fascinating and extreme landscapes on Earth—the Atacama Desert. We’re joined by journalist and author Mark Johansen, whose latest book, Mars on Earth, is both a travel memoir and a deep dive into Chile’s culture, history, and the experience of being an outsider in a foreign land. Mark shares his journey from New Zealand to Chile, where he has lived for over a decade, and how his desire to better understand the country led hi...
Mar 09, 2025•35 min•Ep. 210
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with our show producer and returning guest, Mico, to dive into the art of backpacking and long-distance trekking. Last time, we focused on the best trails in the Canadian Rockies — but today, we’re talking about everything else that makes a backpacking trip successful. From choosing the right gear to packing light and learning from years of trial and error, this conversation is full of practical tips and personal stories. We also share som...
Mar 02, 2025•47 min•Ep. 209
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we dive into the crucial topic of brain health and injury prevention in outdoor sports. We chat with Kelsey Boyer, a passionate snowboarder whose journey took an unexpected turn after suffering multiple concussions during an Olympic qualifying year. Kelsey shares her experience of unknowingly sustaining repeated head injuries, the terrifying moment she discovered her brain had been bleeding for weeks, and the long road to recovery that followed. We di...
Feb 23, 2025•36 min•Ep. 208
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we’re flipping the script! Mico takes over as host to interview Richard about backpacking in the Canadian Rockies—a place he’s been exploring for over 20 years. With endless trails, stunning alpine scenery, and the chance to truly disconnect, backpacking here is unlike anywhere else. We dive into what makes the Rockies so special, the best time of year to go, and what to expect when hiking deep into the backcountry. Richard shares insights on picking ...
Feb 16, 2025•45 min•Ep. 207
In this episode of the 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Crystal Gail, whose journey into the outdoors began in an unexpected way. After battling intracranial hypertension—a rare brain disease—she faced multiple surgeries before ultimately choosing a neuromodulator that changed everything. With a new sense of energy, she quickly went from recovery to running a half marathon in just six weeks. That momentum led her to a deep connection with nature, which eventually inspired her to take on on...
Feb 09, 2025•43 min•Ep. 206
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we venture into new territory—literally and figuratively—by exploring the world on two wheels. Our guest is Kix Marshall, an author and filmmaker who undertook an epic motorcycle journey from Canada to Argentina. Along the way, he discovered the power of food, culture, and adventure in shaping an unforgettable travel experience. Kix is a passionate traveler who, despite having minimal motorbike experience, set off on a life-changing adventure. His sto...
Feb 02, 2025•50 min•Ep. 205
In this episode of the 10Adventures podcast, we sit down with Emily Keddie, an inspiring endurance athlete known for her record-breaking Fastest Known Times (FKTs) across the American West. From car camping as a child to conquering ultra-distance challenges, Emily shares her journey of embracing the outdoors and discovering her passion for pushing physical and mental boundaries. Whether you’re curious about FKTs, love tales of outdoor resilience, or simply need inspiration to chase your own goal...
Jan 26, 2025•44 min•Ep. 204
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Jacob Lemanski, who shares the story of his awe-inspiring 999-day journey cycling 38,000 miles across six continents—twice! What started as a personal challenge to discover his limits turned into an epic adventure of resilience, exploration, and connection with people worldwide. Jacob recounts his route, from Portugal through Europe and Asia, to the Arctic Circle, all the way to the southern tip of South America, and even across Afric...
Jan 19, 2025•33 min•Ep. 203
In this episode of The 10 Adventures Podcast, we chat with Kevin Crowe, an incredible individual who is about to take on the Montane Yukon Ultra Arctic Marathon—a 700 km race across the Arctic, all to support his charity, Give a Mile. Kevin shares the powerful story behind his decision to challenge himself with this extreme race, including the loss of a close friend to brain cancer and his own battle with a painful condition called trigeminal neuralgia. These life-changing experiences led Kevin ...
Jan 12, 2025•31 min•Ep. 202
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Ray Zahab, a world-renowned ultrarunner and explorer, to talk about resilience, transformation, and pushing beyond perceived limits. Ray shares how he went from an uninspired lifestyle to conquering some of the world’s most extreme environments, running over 17,000 kilometers across deserts and completing unsupported expeditions to the coldest places on Earth. We dive into Ray’s journey of self-discovery, his transformative first ultr...
Jan 05, 2025•31 min•Ep. 201
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible stories and lessons shared on The 10Adventures Podcast this year. In this special episode, we sit down with Mico, our Show Producer, to recap the highlights from a diverse lineup of guests—world travelers, outdoor enthusiasts, and inspiring adventurers who’ve given us fresh perspectives on exploration. From trekking the Via Francigena to diving into life-changing journeys like reaching Everest Base Camp, this year’s con...
Dec 29, 2024•46 min•Ep. 200
In this episode, we sit down with Xan Stofko to explore what happens when you take a bold step away from a life that doesn’t feel right and give yourself permission to discover who you truly are. Xan shares her incredible journey, from a career in insurance to a life-changing sabbatical in New Zealand that opened the door to self-discovery, joy, and connection with nature. We dive into how a working holiday visa became the launchpad for adventures like living off the grid, canoeing New Zealand’s...
Dec 22, 2024•37 min•Ep. 199
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Meghan Ward—writer, filmmaker, and adventurer—whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. We explore her memoir, Lights to Guide Me Home, which chronicles her physical and emotional journey, starting with a move to the Rocky Mountains that changed her life forever. Meghan shares how her adventurous spirit grew alongside her personal milestones, like marriage and motherhood, and how she adapted a life of exploration to include her fam...
Dec 15, 2024•33 min•Ep. 198
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Brett Popplewell, author of Outsider: An Old Man, A Mountain, and the Search for a Hidden Past. Brett takes us on a journey through the fascinating life of Dag Aabye, a man who defies aging by competing in grueling endurance races well into his 70s and living a minimalist, off-the-grid lifestyle. We explore Dag’s extraordinary resilience, his relentless positivity, and the philosophical drive behind his unconventional life. Brett delv...
Dec 08, 2024•41 min•Ep. 197
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we chat with artist and adventurer Celt Duk, who transformed her love of cycling into an extraordinary four-and-a-half-month solo journey from Montreal to the Beaufort Sea in the Canadian Arctic. Celt shares how her connection to nature, family stories of cycling, and the pandemic ignited her desire for exploration and led to this life-changing adventure. Celt’s inspiring story highlights the resilience, freedom, and connections found in solo travel. ...
Dec 01, 2024•24 min•Ep. 196
In this episode of The 10Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Davies, an avid long-distance walker and returning guest. Patrick shares his incredible journey circumnavigating Ireland on foot to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK, inspired by his father’s battle with dementia. We explore what it’s like to take on such an ambitious trek, from the challenges of walking Ireland’s rugged and rainy landscapes to the logistics of piecing together routes across the country. Patrick also ref...
Nov 24, 2024•43 min•Ep. 195
