Adventure Sports Podcast

Zero Gravity: A Texas physics teacher's two zero-gravity experiments with NASA and Northrop Grumman, proving that the most unique adventures can happen in the most unexpected careers.In his 28-year career as a physics teacher in McAllen, TX, Curt has done two separate zero gravity experiments totaling 30 minutes of floating in air. The first time was with NASA scientists testing the software to control Robonaut in a zero-G environment. The second was sponsored by Northrup Grumman, a defense contractor, to spark interest in science in students. As far as adventure goes, it doesn't get any more unique than this!Our Sponsors:* Check out Nathan and Sons: https://nathanandsons.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Croy Sayther shares his incredible journey from childhood adversity to becoming an endurance athlete and motivational speaker. Discover how resilience, purpose, and small daily steps can transform your life and help you achieve the impossible. Listen in as we cover endurance sports, resilience, personal growth, motivation, adventure sports, overcoming adversity, life lessons, running across America, Death Valley challenges, mental toughness!Books: Dream Big Act Big, BetterBody BetterLife, Do Impossible Things JournalCroix's Website: https://www.croixsather.com/homePareon: https://www.patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast?utm_source=campaign-search-resultsOur Sponsors:* Check out Nathan and Sons: https://nathanandsons.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sea Kayaking: With trails becoming more overcrowded by the year, folks seeking isolation will need to do one of two things; find more “wild” trails and locations or find a new adventure sport altogether. Brett, an experienced instructor, is joining us today to tell us why sea kayaking is such a wonderful experience and why you should consider it for your next adventure sport obsession. He has us convinced! https://www.instagram.com/adventure.otaku/Our Sponsors:* Check out Nathan and Sons: https://nathanandsons.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sailboat Racing: Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac ("the Mac") with Sara Stone. Sara is a professional sailor competing at the highest level of the sport. She transitioned out of a career in epidemiology when, upon learning about all-female sailboat racing teams, she answered the call to adventure. With a diverse inshore and offshore racing resume and experience in a variety of roles, Sara is known for her teamwork, clear communication, and precision on the racecourse. Off the water, she shares her knowledge through coaching, public speaking and mentorship.Some of her races include: 2025 Rolex TP52 Super Series World Champion, and first ever female navigator to win the TP52 Super Series World Championship2024 TP52 Super Series Overall Season Winner2024 Team skipper and trimmer for the inaugural Puig Women's America's Cup2022 Rolex US Yachtswoman of the Year Finalist2022 Overall Winner Newport-Bermuda Doublehanded Return Racehttps://www.sarastonesailing.com/homeIG:Sarab_StoneOur Sponsors:* Check out Nathan and Sons: https://nathanandsons.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Skiing: Valérie Gagné, Ray Zahab, Kevin Vallely Cross Baffin Island on Skis – 7-Day Arctic Expedition Post-Ray's Cancer Diagnosis and Chemo. In February, Valerie, Ray Zahab, and Kevin Valley crossed a section of Baffin Island in the Canadian arctic on skis. A 7-day expedition was made even more impressive since Ray was accomplishing this adventure after being diagnosed with cancer in September and going through chemo treatments.Valérie has been an athlete all her life, competing in cross-country skiing and rowing internationally. Since retiring from high performance sports, Valérie has competed in various ultramarathons and has been on multiple expeditions to some of the most remote places on earth, including the Atacama desert and the Canadian Arctic. Valérie has also guided expeditions in the Canadian Rockies, Siberia and Death valley for various non-profits organizations, and for renowned adventure companies including National Geographic and Kapik1 expedition company.Valerie's goal through crossing Baffin Island on skis was to inspire people to reach beyond their perceived limits, get out there and accomplish what they thought might be impossible. https://www.tiktok.com/@therunningpandaOur Sponsors:* Check out Nathan and Sons: https://nathanandsons.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy