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Our Wild StoriesInvitation to Live Fully and Courageously through MovementFeaturing: Jonathan PascualHosted By: Colleen Bousman Podcast DescriptionWhen Jonathan was diagnosed with a brain tumor, he discovered resilience. He shares how athletes have a different mindset, how you live and push limits differently and how this helped him learn to turn suffering into strength. When a battle he hadn’t expected came before him again he added to this mindset – “I determine how you choose to live”. Jonathan saw the Stage 4 cancer diagnosis as an Invitation to live ful...
2025-11-2545 min
Our Wild StoriesThe Man in Pink and the FedoraFeaturing: Mike Buenting, Rudy Project and Matt Miller, Base PerformanceThis Happier Camper Chat from Wildflower 2025 is packed with unbelievable excitement and insight into the evolution of triathlon. There isn’t a topic these two don’t touch!Hear about Mike’s first Wildflower, Matt guiding blind and Down syndrome athletes, collegiate racing, and the incredible story of a dinner with the Gill family — where he attests the 70.3 concept was inspired by his passion for Wildflower.Matt also shares a remarkably accurate history of how Wild...
2025-11-1233 min
Our Wild Stories2025.8 The Central Coast Experience – the Perfect Blend came NaturallyFeaturing: Ali Rush, Owner 15C Wine Shop, Shift Studio & Advanced SommelierHosted by: Pepper Daniels, AGM Radio and Wildflower Announcer 8 years This episode is perfectly timed for Harvest on the Central Coast. Ali’s first Wildflower was in 1999 with the Women’s Water Polo team for 4 years. When she graduated, she followed the path of many volunteers to try their first race… one race was not enough, advancing from mountain bike to Olympic and even on to the double with Long Course swim relay Saturday and individual Olympic the Sunday. S...
2025-10-2827 min
Our Wild StoriesLet’s Make Sure the Sport Stays Fun! | Mac & Kurt Return to Wildflower with RŌKA MultisportFeaturing: Mac Brown and Kurt Spenser, RŌKA Multisport Hosted by: EZF Media for See & Be Productions Mac and Kurt share about what it feels like as they both return to Wildflower after more than a decade away from the event. Kurt previously raced with the Stanford team as a collegiate swimmer, and Mac’s last Wildflower was when he had just gotten married and was starting a family. Kurt sat in the Happier Camper podcast trailer, wearing his commemorative Jesse Thomas aviator sunglasses, of course, and remembered just how Wildflower is truly a part of the RŌKA DNA...
2025-10-2516 min
Our Wild StoriesBreaking free from the Box – How she found her Strength after Breast Cancer (Brandy Ramirez - TriDot)Featuring: Brandy Ramirez, Director of TriDot Pool School & TriDot Certified CoachHosted by Julie Moss, Wildflower Announcer & Hall of Fame TriathleteFirst 10 Min - The question many ask: The first part of the episode explains how TriDot coaching is still personalized by giving coaches time with their athlete.Second 10 Min - Breaking Free from the box & the Power of Movement with TriDot Coach Brandy RamirezIn this inspiring episode, TriDot Coach Brandy Ramirez opens up about her powerful journey...
2025-10-1424 min
Our Wild StoriesOur Journey Back to Wildflower: From Burrito Stands to Drones and Race Day MapsColleen and Matt Bousman have been all-in on Wildflower for decades — from running burrito stands in the early days to mapping out entire race courses with drones. This episode dives into how their shared dedication and creativity keep the Wildflower spirit alive year after year. Hear how the race has evolved, how technology now plays a role in shaping each course, and what it really takes behind the scenes to bring this legendary triathlon weekend to life.🎧 Listen in and get inspired to be part of the Wildflower experience!👉 Register today at wildflowerexperience.com#wildflowerexperience #wildflowertriathlon #ourwildstories #triathlonlife #endurancecommunity #californ...
2025-10-0833 min
Our Wild StoriesInfluencers Mallory and Trevor take in Wildflower | Beef Jerky for Dinner before a Tri???Featuring: Mallory Kilmer and Trevor FranklinHosted by: Matt Miller, Legacy Wildflower Triathlon Finisher, Base Performance“The Hills are different here in California” shares Mallory after her race, but she got pretty excited for the rest of the hills when she made it up Lynch Hill right out of transitions without stopping. Hear about how she and Trevor trained in Central Park and the along the New Jersey coast. They talk about how signing up for a triathlon is such a great way to build endurance and challenge you in s...
2025-09-2420 min
Our Wild Stories“Staying Curious about your Potential” Featuring Julie Moss and Drew ShellembergerFeaturing: Drew Shellemberger, Elite Triathlon Development Group, U23 Project Podium graduateHosted by: Julie Moss, retired Professional Triathlete, Wildflower AnnouncerProject Podium is an elite development program leading athletes to be successful racing later in life. After feeling it was time to launch at age 23, he soon realized he needed a reset. He took time to reset his expectations, optimize time with his family and ultimately learn to race better. Find out what sport he took up to keep him active, which he knew he would...
2025-09-1622 min
Our Wild StoriesFrom Morocco to the Paralympics: Mohamed Lahna’s Journey | Our Wild Stories PodcastOur Wild Stories - A Sports & Human-Interest Podcast. Mohamed Lahna was born without a right femur, but that never stopped him from chasing his dreams. Growing up in Morocco, he overcame challenges in school where he wasn’t even allowed to participate in PE, and went on to compete in his first triathlon in 2008—on crutches. With the support of his parents and his own determination, Mohamed found his way to the Challenged Athletes Foundation, became a world-class competitor, and proudly earned a Paralympic Silver Medal. In this episode, Coach Deb Carabet sits down with...
2025-09-0933 min
Our Wild StoriesJourney Back to the Wildflower Start Line: Colleen, Emaly and Terry | Our Wild StoriesOur Wild Stories: A Sports & Human-Interest Podcast Colleen Bousman is the owner and producer of the Wildflower Experience and has produced some of the greatest running and triathlon events across the United States — including Wildflower Triathlons, Nike Women’s Marathon, Nike Human Race, The Giant Race, Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, Scott Tinley’s Adventures, Triathlon at Pacific Grove, and even a few weddings along the way. With over 25 years in the event business, Colleen has met incredible individuals, been part of life-changing moments, and navigated plenty of crazy situations. Join h...
2025-09-0257 min
Experience Our IndustryColleen BousmanColleen Bousman (REC '95), Owner & Event Producer at See & Be Productions and Wildflower Experience, talks with Dr. Brian Greenwood (Cal Poly Experience Industry Management) about her life and career to date.
2024-09-2352 min