Kyle & Tim sit down with Tyler Botzon
From the California coast to the Bering Sea to Ivy League halls—Tyler Botzon’s journey is anything but ordinary.
Growing up in Cayucos, CA, Tyler spent his childhood in theocean, embracing an alternative, non-conformist lifestyle. His spirit and a passion for competitive rock climbing led him to Yosemite’s legendary Camp 4, shaping his approach to life.
After high school, he traded the cliffs for the high seas,working as a crab fisherman on the Bering Sea for a decade. At 30, he made a bold pivot, leaving behind the fishing life to earn a degree in Applied Economics and Management from Cornell University.
From Private Equity to entrepreneurship, Tyler’s latestventure brings him to Bozeman, MT, where he’s redefining the bathhouse experience. His vision for the bathhouse is to have an experience where wellness meets social connection, blending contrast therapy with community to create something truly unique.
Please enjoy our podcast with Tyler Botzon.
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03:40Growing Up on the Central Coast
06:18The Influence of Nature and Adventure
09:33Climbing and Family Dynamics
12:24Competitive Climbing and Community
15:15Transitioning from Climbing to Business
18:29Reflections on School and Nonconformity
32:13From Trouble Maker to Adventurer
32:43The Call of Alaska and Climbing Community
35:53The Wild World of Commercial Fishing
40:00The High Stakes of the Bering Sea
42:49The Transition from Fishing to Climbing
50:26Intellectual Curiosity and Tragedy
57:26A Major Life Pivot: From Fisherman to Student
01:05:43Navigating Identity and Culture Shock in Academia
01:11:55The Impact of COVID on Education and Lifestyle
01:13:30Transitioning to Private Equity: A Full Circle Journey
01:19:49The Complexities and Ethics of Private Equity
01:25:29Adapting Communication Styles in High-Stakes Environments
01:38:58The Intersection of Finance and Trades
01:45:07ESG: Genuine Concern or Virtue Signaling?
01:50:35The Rise of Urban Bathhouses
01:58:45Cultural Shifts in Wellness and Connection
