Episodes

Mark Herbst rode is bike 30,000 km's around the globe to raise money for cancer research in honour of his late wife Jackie.

Brooke is the creator and host of the conservation science podcast Rewildology, where she takes listeners into the field to experience conservation firsthand.

Dr. Alison Criscitiello is an ice core scientist, high-altitude mountaineer, and Director of the Canadian Ice Core Lab at the University of Alberta.

Lindsay Davies is a proud Ontario explorer, storyteller, and creative who’s been thoroughly bit by the travel bug. A graphic designer and social media marketer by trade, Lindsay travels the world while documenting her adventures on her blog I’ve Been Bit! , inspiring others to explore with curiosity, respect, and intention. Whether she’s chasing waterfalls, exploring backcountry trails, driving ice roads, or uncovering hidden gems close to home, Lindsay believes adventure does not have to be far...

The vast territory of Lanaudière-Mauricie promises to offer you the Quebec experience you’ve always dreamed of, to the rhythm of the four seasons, and brimming with diverse, authentic experiences.

Bernadette McDonald is an award-winning author, speaker, and one of the world’s leading voices in mountain culture. She has written thirteen books and received many of the highest honours in mountain literature including two Boardman Tasker Prizes, the Banff Mountain Book Festival Grand Prize, Italy’s ITAS Prize, two National Outdoor Book Awards, and India’s Kekoo Naoroji Award. In 2011, the American Alpine Club awarded her its highest literary honour for excellence in mountain literature. Berna...

Lee Nordbye is a fine art landscape photographer, speaker, and teacher based in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta. Known for his bold and soulful style, Lee captures the intimate details and hidden beauty of the natural world. A self-described recovering accountant , Lee left a 26-year career in finance to pursue his creative passion full-time. Since then, he’s become an award-winning and published photographer, leading workshops, mentoring other artists, and inspiring people to connect more deeply...

From Swansea to the peaks of Patagonia, Ollie Treviso is redefining what it means to live adventurously. An endurance walker and modern explorer, Ollie became the first person to walk the entire length of the Andes, a 14,000-kilometre journey across seven countries that took nearly 20 months to complete. In this episode of Let’s Take This Outside , Ollie opens up about losing direction in his twenties, leaving behind a conventional career, and finding purpose through long-distance walking. He sh...

In his sixties, Angelo took up long-distance running, progressing from 5Ks to half marathons and completing his first full marathon at age 66. In 2023, Angelo walked the Camino de Santiago.

Today I’m joined by Adam Kourakis : lifelong athlete, race director, and co-owner of Somersault Events . Adam’s been part of Somersault for over 20 years. First as a volunteer, then an athlete, and now as the person leading one of Ontario’s most iconic race series. We talk about the Winterlude Triathlon , a one-of-a-kind event that could only happen in Ottawa, where athletes skate, ski, and run as part of the city’s Winterlude Festival. Adam shares how this 40-year-old tradition brings the commu...

Meet Jeff Douglas , a Canmore-based mountain guide who recently completed a three-year quest to hike every single one of Banff National Park’s 2,000-plus kilometres of trails… all in hopes of seeing the park’s elusive bison herd. As the owner of Mountain Goat Adventures and a certified guide, Jeff has spent more than 15 years exploring the Bow Valley, Banff, and beyond, turning his passion for the outdoors into a way of life. From long trail runs in remote corners of the Rockies to technical bac...

⁠Sasha Galitzki ⁠is an acclaimed aerial artist and climate advocate. Losing her home in the 2024 Jasper wildfire strengthened her resolve to use her art to raise awareness of the impact of climate change on the places she loves and works to protect.

Dr. Julie Rak is a professor in the Department of English and Film Studies at the University of Alberta, Canada. Her 2021 book False Summit: Gender in Mountaineering Nonfiction (McGill-Queens University Press) is the first book-length study of gender, feminism and mountaineering narratives ever made- and she hopes that it won't be the last. She has also published on Rockies mountain guide and writer Tex Vernon-Wood, on gender and mountaineering film festivals, about the body of George Mallory an...

Melissa Hafting is a birder, photographer, and mentor who aims to eliminate barriers to birding for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and women.

Dan Rubinstein is a Canadian stand-up paddleboarder, author, and editor who aims to share the importance of deepening our relationship to water and nature as a whole.

Marlis Butcher is a conservationist and author who is the first visitor to have “bagged” (visited) all 48 of the Canadian national parks.

Julia Weber is a full-time travel blogger and content creator who highlights local discoveries and international adventures

Hey, it’s Mary Anne Ivison—and right now, I’m doing exactly what I hope you’re doing… playing outside. Let’s Take This Outside is taking a short summer break, but don’t worry—we’ll be back this September with brand new episodes and inspiring conversations. Coming up: guests like Dan Rubenstein, Marlis Butcher, Melissa Hafting, and Julia Weber, as we explore the powerful ways the outdoors connects us—through nature, conservation, and adventure. So get out there, enjoy every minute of summer, and ...

Shanda Hill is the only person to complete three Double Deca Triathlons: a 76 kilometre swim, a 3600 kilometre bike ride, and an 844 kilometre run; the equivalent of 20 full Iron-distance triathlons.

⁠Flow⁠ is an anthology that explores diverse women’s narratives in adventure sports that challenges stereotypes while promoting unity and transcultural feminism.

Nicola Ross is an award-winning writer, bestselling author, and professional hiker who's trekked trails across the globe.

Chris Watson was born and bred in Scotland is the creative force behind the Adventure Diaries , a podcast that delivers authentic stories of adventure, exploration, and the natural world. Chris spends much of his time outdoors, hiking and paddling in the Scottish highlands and has a passion for the natural world, wild places, and adventures. Chris brings a unique blend of curiosity and storytelling to every conversation, including a unique format that encourages adventure in everyday life. Throu...

Emma Terrell, also known as The Urban Botanist, is a passionate advocate for sustainable living and eco-conscious design.

Gloria Dickie is an award-winning journalist and author of Eight Bears: Mythic Past and Imperiled Future.