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Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Podcast & Blast with Hal HerringWorldwide Conservation with Mandela Leola Van EedenWhen Mandela Leola Van Eeden was a child roaming the South African outback, her father would run a flag up a tall pole above their cabin so that she and her dog would be able to find their way back home. Her mother is from Valier, on Montana’s Hi-Line, and Mandela grew up mostly in Billings, steeped as much in the Montana outdoors culture as she was in her father’s native South African farming and ranching world. She is a hunter and an angler, an international whitewater rafting guide and explorer, musician, Ashtanga yoga teacher, and host and p...2025-04-221h 50Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Podcast & Blast with Hal HerringWorldwide Conservation with Mandela Leola Van EedenWhen Mandela Leola Van Eeden was a child roaming the South African outback, her father would run a flag up a tall pole above their cabin so that she and her dog would be able to find their way back home. Her mother is from Valier, on Montana’s Hi-Line, and Mandela grew up mostly in Billings, steeped as much in the Montana outdoors culture as she was in her father’s native South African farming and ranching world. She is a hunter and an angler, an international whitewater rafting guide and explorer, musician, Ashtanga yoga teacher, and host and p...2025-04-221h 50
The Trail Less TraveledTlingit Way of Life and Importance of Salmon with Culture Bearer, Lani Hotch.For this episode, we sit down in the village of Klukwan, known to be the capital of the Tlingit national - located near Haines, Alaska. This interview features an indigenous elder named Lani Hotch, the culture bearer for the Tlingit Nation. Lani Hotch is a leader and activist. Lani is the culture bearer for the Klukwan community. She is a traditional and contemporary weaver who lives a traditional Tlingit lifestyle based on the seasons. Learn more about ways in which you can work collectively to stop the Palmer Mine Project by visiting: https://chilkatforever.org/the-threat...2024-08-151h 07
The Trail Less TraveledMusic and Culture of the Hualapai NationThis episode was recorded on the Colorado River within the walls of the Grand Canyon. Clayborn Nodman is a traditional singer, story teller, dancer and member of the Hualapai or Walapai. The Hualapai are a tribe of Native Americans who live in the mountains of northwestern Arizona, United States. Today they are enrolled in the Hualapai Indian Tribe of the Hualapai Indian Reservation.The name, meaning "people of the tall trees", is derived from the Hualapai word for ponderosa pine. Their traditional territory is a 108-mile stretch along the pine-clad southern side of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado...2024-08-0352 min
Ahi VaEp. 40: The Trail Less TraveledMandela Leola van Eeden sits down with Jesse Deubel to discuss "The Trail Less Traveled" and a wide array of global conservation topics. "The Trail Less Traveled," hosted by Mandela, is dedicated to documenting humanity & planet earth by gathering stories & sounds from the most remote locations around the world. Growing up, Mandela spent a season in South Africa, a season in Montana & various seasons traveling the world with her flight attendant mother & vagabond father. At an early age Mandela fell in love with juxtapositions between cultures, music, food & weather of the northern & southern hemispheres. Mandela was raised on a n...2024-08-011h 18
The Trail Less TraveledLiving the life of an international fly fishing guide, journalist and photographer.Join us on the edge of the Clark Fork River for an interview with Jess McGlothlin, an international fly fishing guide, journalist and photographer. Jess was born in Colombia Falls, Montana. She grew up fly fishing, riding horses and doing rodeo events. Jess has documented fisheries in five continents but continues to return to Missoula inbetween international assignments. Jess speaks about the influx of new residents in Missoula and how that can both be a positive and negative thing for our rivers and resources. Jess shares with us the importance of proper fish handling as we enter into yet...2024-07-2749 min
The Trail Less TraveledFishing, Filming and Conservation in MontanaThis episode was recorded on a drift boat while floating down the Clark Fork River near Missoula, Montana. Matt Devlin was born and raised on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay, but has lived “Out West” so long now, that autocorrect had to step in for the assist in the spelling of the aforementioned estuary. He has made his living off of the water for over half his life and for the past 10+ years has been involved with photography and video production. Transitioning out of a life as a full time fly fishing guide he i...2024-07-2050 min
The Trail Less TraveledStarting a School + Nature Reserve in South AfricaRecorded in the thatch hut at the most southern tip of Africa, Mandela sits down with her grandmother's best friend to discuss how they saved the landscape and permanently protected the ecosystem and wildlife in the area. Adriaan Mocke build a school and opened it to all races during the years of apartheid in South Africa. He is now 93 years old and he continues to give back to this community, garden, work at his school and tend to his public library everyday. His life experiences and wisdom are carefully passed down through his talent for story telling and teaching.2024-07-1343 min
The Trail Less TraveledConnection Through Yoga, Hunting, Foraging and Kayaking in Alaska.Jodee Dixon is a multitalented and incredibly humble woman who has traveled the world as a professionally sponsored and world renowned whitewater kayaker. Jodee is the founder of "The Yoga Path" and teaches many forms of Yoga. She is an Artemis Sportswomen ambassador and avid hunter/angler. She lives in Juneau, Alaska and enjoys hunting black bear, Sitka blacktail deer, elk, Dahl sheep and grouse. She is an inspiration to all who are graced by her presence. ***Mandela van Eeden and Steve Saroff just released their FIRST SINGLE on Spotify. You can support their music by sear...2024-07-0647 min
The Trail Less TraveledFishing, Diving and Conservation from the perspective of a 12-year old South African.Conroy McQuaid is twelve years old. His parents owned a diving outfitter off the coast of Mozambique and he grew up on a boat, fishing, diving and learning to love and protect the ocean. Conroy's father recently passed away and he shares some of his memories of his father and what they shared together on South African land and water. Conroy is passionate about wildlife conservation and saving the rhino. Conroy is now growing up on a private nature reserve at the most southern tip of Africa. Conroy's great grandfather was good friends with Mandela's grandmother who cre...2024-04-2745 min
The Trail Less TraveledFynbos Biodiversity + ConservationThis episode was recorded on an extremely remote private nature reserve at the most southern point of Africa where Mandela grew up and spent much of her childhood. In this episode we speak with Mandela's cousin, Amy Mocke, a school teacher and professional poisonous snake expert and handler. Amy sometimes helps people move cobras and other extremely dangerous snakes when they are in gardens, houses, barns and garages. Amy is also an animal rights activist and caretaker for many species of animals who deserve a second chance. In this episode, Amy speaks about the ecology and human history of South Afric...2024-04-1349 min
The Trail Less TraveledBiomimicry Institute + Women's Voices of the EarthThis episode was recorded in Missoula! It features an interview with Bryony Schwan, co-founder of the Biomimicry Institute and founder of Women's Voices of the Earth. Bryony is a lifetime social change activist who has lived in Montana since 1986.Bryony was born in Zimbabwe and moved to the United States in 1981. She has a BA in Fine Arts from the University of Natal in South Africa and an MS in Environmental Studies from the University of Montana. As an affiliate faculty member at the University of Montana, she taught multiple semester-long courses on topics such as community or...2024-04-0145 min
Trail 1033Cartography Comes Alive at Xplorer Maps 3/20Cartography Comes Alive is an exciting event series proudly brought to you by Xplorer Maps and hosted by Mandela Leola van Eeden, Lead Storyteller at Xplorer Maps and the charismatic host of The Trail Less Traveled.This FREE event is happening March 20th 5:30pm-7pm at Xplorer Maps in Missoula, MTWith over a decade of experience as an expedition lead leader and guide in the Grand Canyon, Mandela has a unique perspective on the wonders of this majestic landscape. In a remarkable feat in 2020, Mandela swam an impressive 225 miles of the Grand Canyon, skillfully...2024-03-1919 min
The Trail Less TraveledThe "Legends of Yellowstone" featuring Leo Leckie, the co-founder of the Yellowstone Wolf Family Tree on Ancestry.comFor this episode, Mandela stepped back as a producer and asked Dr. Nathan Varley to interview his friend and colleague, Leo Leckie. During one of the coldest days recorded, they discuss close encounters with grizzly bears, famous Yellowstone wolves, and the incredible ways in which wolves are helping underprivileged youth in southern california. Leo Leckie is the co-founder of the Yellowstone Wolf Family Tree on Ancestry.com. Leo has given everyone the opportunity to follow the bloodlines as well as the stories behind the wolves of Yellowstone National Park from the reintroduction in 1995 to today. Leo...2024-02-1146 min
The Trail Less TraveledEstablishing free flowing rivers in Patagonia & mitigating the effects of a changing climate.Mandela interviews two of her clients while rowing them across a glacial lake connecting the Alsek River drainage. Scott and Heather have run over one hundred rivers around the world and they reflect on protecting rivers in South America as well as climate change and the importance of connecting with people wherever you go. Scott's conservation connection and focus is the Futaleufú River. Based in the town of Futaleufú, nestled at the confluence of the Futaleufú and Espolón rivers, his team works year-round to fulfill their vision of a Patagonia where rivers flow freely, developers are hel...2023-07-2545 min
The Trail Less TraveledLiving Your Yoga on and off the mat with Serena EarlySerena Early is one of Missoula's first Yoga teachers. She has been a student of Yoga for 40 years. She has studied with Geeta and BKS Iyengar in India, George Purvis in Dallas TX, as well as Judith Lasater, Ramanand Patel, Angela Farmer, and Victor van Kooten. Serena has taught Yoga for over 35 years and has developed her own style of teaching. Her approach allows each to "be" where they are in pose, facilitating correct body mechanics. This lets each posture be a way for the individual to gain the most benefit in terms of health and rehabilitation.2023-03-1944 min
The Trail Less TraveledSurviving as a Farmer & Hunter in the Karoo desert region of Africa. Michael Kroon was born and raised as a farmer in the Karoo. In the language of the Bushmen, "Karoo" means "Dry Place" and the main threat to farmers and their livestock is drought. During this episode, Michael talks about the importance of conserving the "Veld" plantlife on the landscape and how he helps people ethically hunt kudu, springbok and blesbok. Michael's son loved planting trees in the community, and after he lost his life, Michael and his wife continue to plant and water 1,000 trees around the town of Willowmore. This episode was recorded after Mandela made h...2023-03-1239 min
The Trail Less TraveledDemographic implications of lead poisoning for eagles across North America with Dr. Vince SlabeThis week we sit down with a raptor ecologist who is informing the nation through his in depth research regarding the demographic implications of lead poisoning for eagles. Over the past year, his paper has been featured in National Geographic, The New York Times, Popular Science, The Wall Street Journal, and many more. Mandela recently collaborated with him on a lead-free ammunition shooting demo in Livingston and they recorded this interview afterwards!"Demographic implications of lead poisoning for eagles across North America" This paper published in Science, which was lead by Dr...2023-03-0643 min
The Trail Less TraveledOrnithology is the Scientific Study of Birds.This show was recorded on the veranda of a 130+ year old Victorian home near the salt marshes on the southern coast of Georgia. Featuring, Tim Keyes, an ornithologist and wildlife biologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Tim's focus is coastal non-game birds. Tim will elaborate deeply on how dinosaurs evolved into birds, physiological aspects of birds in terms of why they are able to fly & sometimes swim underwater. Tim talks about eggs & their various shapes and colors in terms of how they differ from species to species and why. In addition, Tim talks about bird's ey...2023-01-2843 min
The Trail Less TraveledHoney Farming, Land Rover Love, & Riding a Horse Across Southern Africa.Raymond Gildenhuys grew up in South Africa on a farm 20 kilometers from the Indian Ocean. From a young age, his grandfather helped inspire his passion for old Land Rovers, honey farming and the utter joy of living a simple life by the sea. When he isn't spearfishing, you might find him volunteering in Zambia or installing Toyota Hilux engines into old Land Rovers. Over a period of 80 days, Raymond rode his horse around 1,000 kilometers of southern Africa. Tune in for some truly inspirational stories about faith, family and adventure. *In order to keep the podcast ad free...2023-01-2742 min
The Trail Less TraveledRhino Conservation in South AfricaEster Van Der Merwe is a Black Rhino Monitor for South African National Parks. Ester grew up on a diary farm located near Kruger National Park. She has been passionate about wildlife and conservation for as long as she can remember. With a lengthy history in monitoring large predators she has extensive experience exclusively focused on Black Rhino. Ester does most of her work on the ground and has been charged by rhinos more times than she can remember. She is a talented photographer and a passionate individual with an absolute love for the African bush and teaching others....2023-01-1550 min
The Trail Less TraveledLive from an Indian Cooking Competition!Join Mandela as she wanders around a chaotic cooking competition in Southwestern India a stones throw from the Arabian Sea. Mandela interviews numerous chefs from all regions of India in regards to their geographic location, technique, favorite spices, lineage & available ingredients. Covering masalas, doshas, roti, biryani, alcoholic coconut beverages, vegetable curries & tandori meats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-12-0942 min
The Trail Less TraveledClass V Kayaking & Rafting around the World with Diego Ibanez.This episode was recorded on a rooftop in the Medina of Marrakech, Morocco. It features an interview with Diego Ibanez, who was born in Arequipa, Peru. Diego is one of the worlds most extreme whitewater kayakers/rafters and has guided on the Futaleufú and Zambezi along with most the class V rivers in Peru. Diego and Mandela guided whitewater together in Morocco's Middle Atlas Mountains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-11-0846 min
The Trail Less TraveledRacism in America with retired LAPD Vice & Pro Baseball Player, Tommy Cummins.Tommy Cummins was born in 1944 and grew up in the south. He was shot twice during the Civil Rights and went on to work as a security guard for Ronald Reagan. Tommy has been through a lot in his life, in this interview he talks about his experiences with racism while playing pro baseball for the Pirates in addition to the racism he experienced as an undercover officer with the LAPD. Tommy's son, Chase, also joins the conversation and speaks with his father about the racism he experiences daily. The matter is lightened up occasionally with a few stories...2020-06-0543 min
The Trail Less TraveledEcology & Human History of South Africa with Amy Mocke.This episode was recorded on an extremely remote private nature reserve at the most southern point of Africa where Mandela grew up and spent much of her childhood. In this episode we speak with Mandela's cousin, Amy Mocke, a school teacher and professional poisonous snake expert and handler. Amy sometimes helps people move cobras and other extremely dangerous snakes when they are in gardens, houses, barns and garages. Amy is also an animal rights activist and caretaker for many species of animals who deserve a second chance. In this episode, Amy speaks about the ecology and human history of South...2020-05-2254 min
The Trail Less TraveledGiving Back with the Best Hostel in Africa: THE BACKPACKThis show was recorded in the Backpack Hostel, located in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. Mandela sits down with, Lee Harris, one of the owners of this multi-award winning backpacker & African travel center. Lee shares the story of starting this hostel with her best friend in 1990 during an Apartheid government.The Backpack has won countless awards including Best Hostel in South Africa for 2020. The Backpack is an award winning, Fair Trade hostel that invests in people and communities, giving meaningful and relaxed travel experiences. The Backpack are proud members of Pack for a Purpose...2020-05-0850 min
The Trail Less TraveledStreets of Cape Town; Gentrification in Bo-Kaap, Being a Refugee & Rastafarin ways of caring for the pigeons of the city.During this interview we speak with Lucy, a refugee from Kenya who makes hand made sandals in Green Market Square, a place where slaves were traded in the 1600s.We also meetup with my good friend, Kipandi, a Rastafarian Olympic long distance runner from Kenya, who now dedicates his life to caring for the pigeons of the city.We will stand on the corner of the Bo-Kaap, an area of Cape Town formerly known as the Malay Quarter. It is a former township, situated above the city centre and is a historical centre...2020-05-0343 min
The Trail Less TraveledIndiana Jones Stunt Man & Spiritual Action Guide: Carl RiceThis episode was recorded in the Mojave Desert at the base of the Grand Wash Cliffs, which mark the geological end of the Grand Canyon. Some of the best interviews take forever to record and this one is no different... for ten years, Mandela has been trying to sit down with the legend himself, Mr. Carl Rice. Carl is a professional Hollywood stunt man & Grand Canyon river guide. Carl was the stunt man for Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones: The Crystal Skull. Carl reflects on spiritual growth through reading and running some of the worlds biggest and most technical whitewater...2020-04-2543 min
The Trail Less TraveledProfessional Stunt Woman and Guinness World Record Holder: Fleur van EedenThis show was recorded on the nature reserve where Mandela grew up at the most southern point of Africa. This interview features Mandela's cousin, Fleur van Eeden, an award winning world renowned stunt woman who has done the main stunts for Mad Max, Tomb Raider and many more. Fleur specializes in full body burns, cable work, martial arts, weaponry, horse stunts, high falls and much more. During this episode, Fleur talks about the training that goes into her work and how to prepare mentally before jumping off a moving train or getting exploded out of a 6-story building window...2020-04-161h 04
The Trail Less TraveledCheese Making in South Africa & Life on a Dairy Farm.This episode was recorded on my family farm in South Africa's western cape. The interview features my good friend, Elna Fourie, who grew up on a farm located on the other side of the mountains. Elna studied cheese making in France and has been in high demand as a cheese maker in South Africa for the past 18 years. Elna won first prize for best aged Gouda in the country of South Africa in 2019. I do believe you will all enjoy this episode about growing up on a farm in South Africa, what a day in the life of a jersey...2020-04-1048 min
The Trail Less TraveledPlanting trees in Africa with a focus on hunter-gathers & elephant conservation.Doreen stokes lives in Plains, Montana with her husband on 84 acres. She has been a reforestation contractor for over 30 years, planting trees all over the Pacific Northwest. Her greatest passions are surfing, mostly in Costa Rica these days, although she grew up in New Jersey where she started her surfing adventures. Doreen leads safaris in Tanzania, East Africa... where she has initiated tree planting and water projects at the Maasai school in Losirwa. She invites you to join her on safari where you can give back by planting trees on the school grounds. Contact her at: herbs@blackfoot.net...2020-02-0151 min
The Trail Less TraveledLive from the Sahara featuring Nomadic tribes.This interviews features an in depth look at nomadic life in the largest desert on earth. Featuring men from Arabic, Bedouin, Berber & Tuareg tribes who were born and raised in a nomadic family utilizing camels and constant movement as a way of life. From the games they would play as children while herding goats to the staple items one must have in order to survive, including camel milk, dates, salted meat, wells, celestial navigation, turbans and family. Learn why being a nomad teaches you patience and hospitality. Learn why stress doesn't exist in a nomad's life. This interview will...2020-01-2151 min
The Trail Less TraveledBerber life growing up in the Sahara Desert.Mohammed Ait Bahadou was born and raised in the Sahara Desert and now calls Marrakech his home. Mohammed grew up in a mud hut in the desert and sold fossils to tourists before starting his own business running cultural tours around Morocco. Mohammad is fluent in 8 languages including: English, French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Arabic, Berber & Italian. He has raving fans who are now friends, all over the world. In this interview, Mohammed tells the history of Morocco, Islam, culture, food, table manners and some tips and highlights on Morocco for those who wish to travel there. For mor...2020-01-1049 min
The Trail Less TraveledStreets of MarrakechThis episode features an interview with three individuals from various backgrounds who reflect on culture in Morocco & the Sahara Desert. Mabrouk was born and raised in the Sahara and gives us incredible insight into how nomads use celestial navigation, camels & turbans. Abdul was born in Marrakech and lived 16 years in New York City... he reflects on the differences between culture in the USA & Morocco. Ahmed was born in Oman & has a lot to say about the lack of freedom of speech in Morocco as well as his craving for equality in his country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2020-01-1050 min
That Entrepreneur ShowCapture sounds from the most remote locations in the world with this CEO!Host Name: Vincent A. LanciGuest Name: Mandela Leola van Eeden, International Adventure Guide & Producer of "The Trail Less Traveled," collecting stories & sounds from the most remote locations around the world. (https://www.traillesstraveled.net/)https://www.instagram.com/yourfavoritemorningpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/YourFavoriteMorningPodcasthttps://www.vincentlanci.com/podcastsWant to know what it’s really like to be an entrepreneur? Well, you came to the right place! Hear real-life, authentic stories and accounts from entrepreneurs each week.For the eleventh episode of the se...2020-01-0616 min
The Trail Less TraveledWest African Drumming, Cultural Lore and Music Theory with Oumar KeitaBoo Curry is a native of Missoula who graduated from the University of Montana and works as a bird field biologist. Boo has been studying African culture and music for over 14 years. She is one of the founding mothers of Missoula's very own, "Djebe Bara" African dance and music community. For this interview, Boo interviewed her friend and fellow musician, Oumar Keita. Oumar is a native of Guinea, West Africa. He is known for his extensive knowledge of music and history. Oumar showed an interest in traditional music and began singing at an early age. He continues to sing...2019-12-1254 min
The Trail Less TraveledLeaving the Republic of Chad in search of education in Montana.Dara Guedem grew up in Ivory Coast but was born in a small village in Chad. She came to Montana via Senegal in 2007 chasing family & education. It was always been a dream for her family to receive an education in English and Guedem has since graduated from the University of Montana. She continues to live and pursue adventures in Missoula. In this interview, Guedem talks about the history of Chad including personal experiences with civil war and rebels coming into her village. Guedem also shares the emotion of experiencing snow for the first time and a shares a few tips...2019-12-1054 min
The Trail Less TraveledTiger Conservation & Cartography; mapping protected areas for the most endangered species in the world.96% of the mammals on planet earth are livestock and humans leaving only 4% for wild animals. We have lost 83% of all mammals on the planet, these species are not here solely because of humans. 80% of marine animals and 50% of all plants are also lost due to human impact. Elephants, rhinos and lions are just a few species which are also extremely threatened and close to extinction. We have lost 80% of all snow leopards on the planet. There are more tigers alive in captivity in the state of Texas than there are in the world. Scientist have found that for tigers...2019-11-2751 min
The Trail Less TraveledMorocco: a thousand year history, culture, Islam, traditional spices & food.This interview was recorded in the heart of Marrakesh, Morocco while Mandela was living in Jemaa el-Fnaa, a busy square and market place in Marrakesh's medina quarter (old city). Jemaa el-Fnaa, literally means "the place of judgement" as it used to be where criminals underwent judgement and potential penalty in the pubic eye. This interview features two young Moroccan men, Moustapha and Saber. Each speaking multiple languages fluently while sharing traditional "Moroccan Whiskey" (Green tea with mint), they explain a thousand year history of Morocco, their culture, Islam, traditional spices, food, tips about traveling in the Kingdom of Morocco and...2019-11-2739 min
The Trail Less TraveledManifesting Your Dreams and Surfing Around the World with Eddy GoldaracenaEddy Goldaracena was born in Argentina and moved to the U.S. at a young age. He had his first taste of surfing in New Zealand, which changed the course of his life thereafter. He set his intention of learning how to surf and followed it around the world before getting a "real job" as a financial consultant in Switzerland, NYC and eventually Southern California. Eddy knew that he would travel the world again at a later age and for a decade he set money aside, improved his surfing skills and manifested a trip around the world following culture, human...2019-11-1046 min
The Trail Less TraveledBush Crafting and Subsistance Hunting with a Mountain Man in MoroccoWe speak with Joe, a bush crafter and subsistence hunter from a rural setting in Ontario, Canada. Joe elaborates on why it's important to spend time alone in the wilderness and what you can learn from watching animals in the wild. Joe explains how to survive in extreme cold conditions, how to pack for potential survival situations, how to build a shelter fast and how to track animals. Joe takes us on a few epic bow hunting misadventures and explains what he sees out the window in Morocco while recording this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...2019-11-1050 min
The Trail Less TraveledBig Wave Surfing & Mountain Biking in Australia with pro athlete: Chris RemmThis episode was recorded on the top of Mount Beerwah, the highest of the ten volcanic plugs in the Glass House Mountains range, 22 km north of Caboolture in South East Queensland, Australia. In this interview, Chris talks about lessons learned and close encounters on his journey of learning how to surf big waves in Australia, New Zealand and the island of Tonga. Chris also sheds light on why surfers around the world respect sharks and don't want to see them killed. Chris is a keen cyclist who shares some of the reasons why he loves calling Australia home. The sounds...2019-10-1753 min
The Trail Less TraveledNYPD stories from daily life & responding to September 11, 2001This episode takes a look at the adventures, trails and tribulations of a NYPD officer and surviving and thriving in the concrete jungle of New York City. Be prepared for a heart felt story of being a first responder during September 11, 2001. This episode was recorded in a raft while floating down the Colorado River in the heart of Grand Canyon National Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-10-0341 min
The Trail Less TraveledDesert Ecosystems with Dr. Sean GrahamDr. Sean Graham teaches Biology at Sul Ross University in Alpine, Texas. He is also the author of American Snakes. This episode was recorded in the desert ecosystem at water level one mile below the rim in Grand Canyon National Park.Learn about how the sun, air pressure systems & horse latitudes create deserts around the world from Australia, Africa and the Southwest U.S. How have animals adapted to live in harsh arid environments. How might you adapt to live in the desert? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2019-08-0356 min
The Trail Less TraveledSNAKES: evolution, reproduction, venom & more with Dr. Sean Graham.This show was recorded while floating down the Colorado River in the heart of the Grand Canyon. Dr. Sean Graham gives us an in depth look at the evolution of snakes, venom, reproduction, snake bite protocol, the most dangerous snakes in the world, common misunderstandings and a lot of talk about the "Grand Canyon Pink" - a species of rattlesnake endemic to the Grand Canyon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-3044 min
The Trail Less TraveledShark Attacks: Myths, Misunderstandings and Human Fear with Dr. Blake ChapmanDr. Blake Chapman grew up with a love for and fascination with the ocean, but her interest in sharks was piqued when an episode of Shark Weekcaught her attention. Blake completed postgraduate research on shark neuroscience, development, and ecology and worked in aquatic animal health and husbandry. Her continuing goal is to help educate the public on sharks and shark attacks to better protect both sharks and the humans that choose to share their incredible environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-2154 min
The Trail Less TraveledNavigating the Australian Bush, Sharks & filming Pirates of the Carribean with Reigan Gordan. This episode was recorded on the eastern coast of Australia. Reigan was born and raised in Australia. In Australia, the tradition of spending time learning with your elders goes back thousands of years... Reigan knows his way around the Australian outback. Reigan is also a pro surfer, down hill mountain biker and appeared in the most recent Pirates of the Caribbean movie due to his natural world class mustache, beard and long hair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-2148 min
The Trail Less TraveledJandamarra Cadd, bridging the story telling divide between Aboriginal and mainstream Australia.With his vibrant and expressive portraitures, Jandamarra’s artwork is emotive and insightful – and is a powerful medium to bridge the story telling divide between Aboriginal and mainstream Australia. Painting has been a way of life that has enabled him to express his creativity and story telling and in many of his paintings of the human condition, he seeks to be a peaceful voice for unity. Jandamarra uses a variety of styles and mediums; with his unique blend of traditional aboriginal art techniques along with his own signature contemporary portraiture.Jandamarra has not only bee...2019-03-101h 11
The Trail Less TraveledPro-Surfer, Artist & Adrenaline Seeker: Reigan Gordan.This episode was recorded on the eastern coast of Austrlia. Reigan was born and raised in Australia. In Australia, the tradition of spending time learning with your elders goes back thousands of years... Reigan knows his way around the Australian outback. Reigan is also a pro surfer, down hill mountain biker and appeared in the most recent Pirates of the Caribbean movie due to his natural world class mustache, beard and long hair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-03-0255 min
The Trail Less TraveledSteve Saroff tells the story of a drifting runaway who walked thousands of miles across America.Steve Saroff enjoys wilderness, solitude, ceramics, writing, photography, entomology and much more but mostly relates with who he was many years ago... a drifting runaway. When he was 14 years old, he walked alone for 500 miles in the Appalachian Mountains. Then another 500 miles when he was 15 and 1,000 miles alone when he was 16. Steve left home and school when he was 17 to hitchhike across the West. When he was 19 he spent over 45-days walking alone in the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Steve calls Missoula, Montana his home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-02-2647 min
The Trail Less TraveledHistory of Cuba with Jorge Enrique Pascual IzaguirreAn in depth look into the history of Cuba from indigenous people who were on the island pre 1492 through many wars fighting for freedom ending in modern day post revolution free health care and education under the Castros... this interview talks about Jose Marti, Spanish rule, slavery, Che Guevara & others. It truly highlights how the Cuban people have been fighting for their freedom for over 500 years.*This interview does not express the opinions or views of anyone affiliated with The Trail Less Traveled. This interview was recorded on location in Havana, Cuba & we realize speaking about...2019-02-2641 min
The Trail Less TraveledShark Conservation in Australia: Dr. Leonardo GuidaThis episode was recorded on Sunrise Beach last week on the eastern coast of Australia and is part of a worldwide series I have been recording for a number of years regarding shark conservation. This episode features Dr. Leonardo Guida. In 2016 Dr. Guida completed his PhD at Monash University studying the effects of commercial fishing on shark and ray populations. He is the Australian Marine Conservation Society's Senior Shark Campaigner, leading their conservation campaign, "Shark Champions", in partnership with Humane Society International. Dr. Guida will talk about baited drum lines which currently draw sharks to be killed...2019-02-2354 min
The Trail Less TraveledBorn & raised in Havana, Cuba: Jorge Enrique Pascual IzaguirreJorge was born and raised in central Havana, Cuba. He took advantage of a free education and studied both computer science and foreign language. Jorge speaks four languages & on his days off he gives tours around his beloved, passionate city. In this interview Jorge will talk about the recent introduction of internet & wifi in his country and its effect on the youth as well as highlighting some of the many things Cuba is known for including cigars, rum, the revolution, Che Guevara, Ernest Hemingway & classic cars.*This interview does not express the opinions or views of...2018-12-1248 min
The Trail Less TraveledJesse Weber: Drumming in Cuba & her African roots.This interview was recorded on the busy streets of Havana, Cuba. This interview features the extremely talented and dedicated musician, Jesse Weber. Jesse graduated from the University of Montana school of music & has been studying percussion in Cuba since 2000. This interview tells the journey of a child growing up in rural Wyoming who started playing percussion since he was a baby. Jesse talks extensively about the history of Cuban drumming from its origins in Africa. Learn how the music in Cuba has evolved from its roots in Africa (due to slavery) to distance radio frequencies from Miami and Mexico...2018-12-0154 min
The Trail Less TraveledGrowing up on the Historic K BAR L Ranch in the Bob Marshall Wilderness of Montana.This interview was recorded on location at the confluence of the North and South Forks of the Sun River. There you will discover hot springs, long used by Indians for their healing properties. Wild game was abundant and land and breathtaking surroundings. This interview spotlights two young girls, Molly (8) & Lillie (13) Wallis, who have been coming to the ranch their entire lives. The Wallis family own the ranch now & the two young girls spend their summer riding horses, fishing, hunting & doing fun chores around the ranch. They will tell you what it's like to grow up in the Bob Marshall W...2018-11-2244 min
The Trail Less TraveledAnthropologist, Dr. Jaime Bach is testing the hypotheses of Amelia Earhart landing on the island of Nikumaroro when she went missing in 1937.This interview was recorded last week in northern California with Anthropologist and Archaeologist, Dr. Jaime Bach. From 2005-2006, Jaime served in Peace Corps in the island nation of Kiribati. Since then, she has returned multiple times conducting research and visiting her friends and family on the islands. Jaime's focus is studying locals perceptions and reactions to environmental changes on the islands. Dr. Bach graduated from the University of Montana with a doctorate in Anthropology in 2017 & her focus now is testing the hypotheses of Amelia Earhart landing on the island of Nikumaroro when she went missing in 1937. Dr. Bach's research along...2018-11-1551 min
The Trail Less Traveled500 Rivers since 1977 with the world's most professional riverguide: Glenn Goodrich.This episode in particular was recorded on the edge of the Colorado River at Pipe Springs, where the Bright Angel Trail meets the Colorado River. Mandela sits with her main river guide mentor, Glenn Goodrich, to talk to him about running over 450+ rivers of the world since 1977. Glenn has been guiding since 1977 & when he is not guiding on the river... he is thoughtfully running rivers all over the world just for fun! Glenn has made multiple first descents around the world and doesn't have any plans for slowing down. Glenn's personal goal is to run 500 rivers before he retires....2018-07-1351 min
The Trail Less TraveledGrand Canyon Human History with legendary guide, Glenn Goodrich.This episode in particular was recorded on a raft while floating down the Colorado River in the heart of Grand Canyon National Park. We attached our rafts together & captured the human history from rim to river in various sections of the river. Learn about Georgie White, the original river rat & woman who first started running the river commercially. Listen to stories about John Wesley Powell's expeditions in 1869 & 1871. Get the full story on the original river running badass, George Flavell and Ramon Montez who arrived in Needles in their handmade wooden boat in 1897. This episode features Glenn Goodrich, a man who...2018-07-131h 00
The Trail Less TraveledNorth American Plains Cree Indian Actor & Stuntman: Buffalo ChildBuffalo Child is a member of the North American Plains Cree Indian nation & speaks Cree fluently. Buffalo grew up in a mud/straw home & started riding horse at a young age. Buffalo Child is a professional stunt man & actor who has starred in: Dances with Wolves, Cowboys & Aliens, Crazy Horse, Call of the Wild & dozens of other movies & television series. Buffalo Child is also skilled in horsemanship, martial arts, boxing, canoeing, motorcycling, firearms, Hoop Dancing, singing & drumming. Buffalo is a keynote speaker, writer & educator who currently resides & rides horses on a ranch outside Sedona, Arizona. Hosted on Acast. See...2018-07-1354 min
The Trail Less TraveledWrangler & Cowboy in the Bob Marshall Wilderness - Clayton AlexanderRecorded on horseback in the heart of the Bob Marshall Wilderness in Montana. Clayton is a cowboy and wrangler for the K bar L Ranch (established in 1927) located where the North and South Fork of the Sun River meet. Clayton holds the microphone in the same hand holding the reins of his horse as the other holds a pack mule carrying fly fishing gear & cold beer. Clayton talks about why he is an advocate for bear spray, why it's important to spend time outside, why mules are amazing creatures & why he lives everyday to its fullest potential. Clayton was born...2018-07-1251 min
The Trail Less TraveledWriter, Historian and Arches Park Ranger - Christian WrightThis interview was recorded while floating down the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park last summer. It was a challenge to edit due to extremely windy conditions, alas, attached you will find the final product ready to air. This episode features an interview with Christian Wright, a park ranger at Arches National Park in Utah. Christian helps visitors to Arches National Park embrace the difference between looking and seeing. Christian is also a historian with a focus on The United Mine Workers of America and the transformation of Utah's coal industry between 1966–1985. Christian wrote the book: For this Union...2018-05-0438 min
The Trail Less TraveledA fascinating look at BIRDS with ornithologist, Tim Keyes.This show was recorded on the veranda of a 130+ year old Victorian home near the salt marshes on the southern coast of Georgia. Featuring, Tim Keyes, an ornithologist and wildlife biologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Tim's focus is coastal non-game birds. Tim will elaborate deeply on how dinosaurs evolved into birds, physiological aspects of birds in terms of why they are able to fly & sometimes swim underwater. Tim talks about eggs & their various shapes and colors in terms of how they differ from species to species and why. In addition, Tim talks about bird's eye sight, feather...2018-04-241h 11
The Trail Less TraveledAndy Ambelang Blue Nile ExpeditionAndy was born and raised in Hamilton, MT and from a young age he would solo hike with his dog in the Bitterroots. Andy started rafting when he was 16 and guiding on the Middle Fork of the Salmon when he was 18. Andy has 12 seasons under his belt & now guides primarily on the Grand Canyon, Middle Fork of the Salmon and Selway. In the fall of 2017, Andy completed one and a half expeditions on the blue nile in Ethiopia. The Blue Nile is in its final stages of being fully dammed much like many of our beautiful free flowing rivers around...2018-04-1651 min
The Trail Less TraveledBob Marshall Exploration & Backcountry Packing: Smoke ElserI invite you to listen to stories from our local living cowboy legend, Smoke Elser. Smoke has spent the past 56 years living in the Bob Marshall wilderness packing mules and horses. This unique interview was recorded in Smoke’s 113+ year old historic barn in the Rattlesnake wearing cowboy boots next to a crackling fire drinking muddy black coffee surrounded by thick snow & retired mules. This is a unique opportunity to pass down knowledge from a historic figure who arrived in Montana in 1955. Learn about the history of the Bob Marshall wilderness and some of Smoke’s favorite places to camp afte...2018-03-2747 min
The Trail Less TraveledBackcountry mule packing in Montana with saddle maker, Jordan Knudsen.Recorded in Smoke Elser's 113 year old historic barn on the edge of the Rattlesnake Wilderness. Mandela sits next to a crackling fire with professional packer & saddle maker, Jordan Knudsen.After moving to Montana in 2001, Jordan Knudsen rapidly grew a passion for horses, mules and back country travel. After a few years of experience in self-taught techniques, he completed Smoke’s packing course in 2004. Since then, not only did Jordan take the time to become proficient in the techniques of decker packing, but he also took it upon himself to improve the equipment he was working with. In 2006 he star...2018-03-2348 min
The Trail Less Traveled1,000 years of fishing in India with third generation fisherman & artist Salem AhmadLive from India, Mandela interviews Saleem Ahmad, a local fisherman & artist, who will speak about the evolution of fishing in India, the pollution in the ocean due to nighttime dumping of waste by local hotels, the behavior of the Indian Ocean & the effect of tourism on the culture & ecosystem on the southwestern coast of India. When he's not on the water, Saleem creates artwork with coconuts on the spot where he was born & raised in a thatch hut on the beach...this spot is now covered in cement & surrounded by hotels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2017-07-2749 min
The Trail Less TraveledGrand Canyon Geology (part 2) with professor Dr. Laura Jones CrosseyRecorded in the bottom of The Grand Canyon with Dr. Laurie Crossey. Laurie is a professor of geochemistry at the University of New Mexico. Her interests are in interaction of rock, water, and organic materials: clastic diagenesis, aqueous geochemistry, and organic chemistry. Her recent research in the Grand Canyon and Rio Grande rift has involved the geochemistry of the present hydrologic systems, and their paleohydrology as recorded by travertines. She received her BA from Colorado College in 1977, her MA from Washington University in 1979, and her PhD from University of Wyoming in 1985. She has been at UNM since 1986. She is currently...2017-07-2746 min
The Trail Less TraveledGeology of the Grand Canyon (part 1) with climber Dr. Karl KarlstromRecorded on location at the bottom of The Grand Canyon with Dr. Karl Karlstrom, professor of Geology in the department of earth & planetary sciences at The Univeristy of New Mexico. Karl is a professional climber who has been working in the Grand Canyon for over three decades. Karl was directly involved with the creation of the Grand Canyon South Rim's "Trail of Time". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-2750 min
The Trail Less TraveledLongest serving owner operated sea kayaking business in New Zealand: Roscos Milford KayaksRosco was on some days off with friends back in 1988 paddling down the Hollyford River into Lake McKerrow and out to Martins Bay with the plan of paddling along the coast on the Tasman Sea and into Milford Sound. After waiting for 2 days at Martins Bay for the 4 meter swell to ease it was an easy paddle down the coast and into Milford. The final 16km paddling all the way into the sound saw Rosco and his friends escorted by a pod of 30 bottlenose dolphins. It was a very “memorable” trip and one that planted the seed for setting up Milf...2017-06-1150 min
The Trail Less TraveledMaori Bush Doctor, film maker, artist & historian: Tipene "Stevo"Tipene goes by the name Stevo and works as a security guard at the Te Papa Museum in Wellington, New Zealand. Tipene is a Maori Irish man from the north western region of New Zealand’s North Island called, Wai kari mona. His Maori tribe are called “The people of the mist”. Tipene body is covered by Ta Moko traditional maori tattooing which resembles his fauno or family. The left side of his body represents his mother and the right side represents his father. Tipene is an artist, film maker and bush doctor who often makes medicine from plants gathered in the...2017-06-1158 min
The Trail Less TraveledLegendary climber w/more than a handful of first ascents & Geology Professor Emeritus: Gray Thompson“Within a day's drive of Missoula you will find some of the best iceclimbing... in the world,” says Missoula's legendary alpinist GrayThompson. Gray Thompson is a local legendary climber and UM GeologyProfessor Emeritus. Gray has been climbing since the mid 1960s andit's easier for him to think of the places he hasn't been rather thenthe places he has climbed. Gray has done more than a handful of firstascents on North Faces in the Canadian Rockies and worldwide including the Himalayas, Alps and Andes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-06-1138 min
The Trail Less TraveledCircumnavigating Ellesmere island & solo kayak missions in the Solomon islands: Jon TurkJon Turk earned a Ph. D. in organic chemistry at the University of Colorado, in 1971. The same year, in honor of Earth Day 1, he co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States. Jon is the author of 25 text books and 4 adventure books. in addition to circumnavigating Ellesmere island, solo kayak missions in the Solomon islands, biking across Tibet to the birthplace of the Dalai Lama, multiple kayak expeditions from japan along eastern Siberia eventually walking across the Siberian tundra and so much more... for more information and to buy Jon's new book CROCODILES AND ICE visit jon turk...2017-06-1150 min
The Trail Less TraveledLive from the Franz Josef Glacier in New Zealand's Southern Alps: Glacier TrekkingRecorded on moving ice while trekking the Franz Josef Glacier on the west coast of New Zealand's South Island. Featuring the glaciology of New Zealand & The Himalayas with Franz Josef Glacier Guide, Ollie Clark. Originally from the UK, Ollie has been working as a glacier guide in NZ for the past three years. Ollie studies geology with a focus on glaciology."Heli-Hike" (Helicopter-Hike), Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-05-1644 min
The Trail Less TraveledGrowing Pinot Noir Grapes & Merino Wool in New Zealand: Draft & Di SomervilleAn interview recorded in the vineyards & sheep stations of Central Otago on New Zealand’s South Island. Featuring two farmers, Di & Draft Somerville. Di & Draft are both native South Islanders who have a passion for growing grapes, olives, wool, mussels & vegetables. During this interview, recorded on their land, they share the art of making a fine Pinot Noir & incredibly soft, light weight, warm & fine Merino Wool in the glacier shaped landscape around Lake Wanaka. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-05-1448 min
The Trail Less TraveledNature Guide in Fiordland National Park: Carl Te NamuCarl is a nature guide in Fiordland National Park who has been based in Queenstown for the past two decades. Carl is also a multi talented adventurer who loves snowboarding, sailing, kayaking & exploring everything his country has to offer with his closely knit tribe of fellow explorers. Carl has been featured on fly fishing T.V. programs & helped organize/manage the filming of all three Lord of the Rings & Hobbit films. Carl's ancestors have been in the mountains & forest of New Zealand for the past 10,000 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-05-1441 min
The Trail Less TraveledStory teller, Historian, Radio Pioneer, & LOR actor: Evan CampbellRecorded in Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland under the shadow of the Southern Alps next to the largest lake in the southern hemisphere (by volume due to depth). Mandela interviews Lord of the Rings actor, storyteller, historian, musician, traveler & radio pioneer, Evan Campbell. Evan is a native South Islander who has been chasing summer for much of his life... living part of the time in New Zealand, Europe & the UK. Evan starred in the 2nd & 3rd movies of The Lord of the Rings trilogy. He is proud of the fact that he didn't have to wear any makeup for...2017-05-1449 min
The Trail Less Traveled4x4 Enduro Racer, Motorhead & Off Road Enthusiast: Rosco GaudinRecorded in a 70s series Land Cruiser while navigating the gnarly 4x4 track on top of Mount Prospect in the Southern Alps on New Zealand's South Island's West Coast. Mandela interviews Rosco Gaudin, the "Mayor of Milford" & self proclaimed "Motor Head". Rosco has had passion for adventure, motorcycles, off road vehicles & enduro racing since he was a small child. Today he builds his own Land Cruisers for multi-day off road racing in New Zealand. Rosco will tell us about (while driving) his dream rig, a 70s series Land Cruiser named "Homer", all the while navigating a burly 4x4 track. Later...2017-04-2858 min
The Trail Less TraveledSky Diver, Kayak Guide, Orienteer, Motorcycle Enthusiast & Beer Brewer: Courtney QuintrellRecorded in sea kayaks in the Milford Sound on New Zealand's extremely remote west coast while the kayaks get blown around & surfed during recording. Mandela interviews fellow sea kayak guide, Courtney Quintrell. Courtney is an international adventure guide specializing in sky diving, sea kayaking, whitewater kayaking, motorcycle touring, sailing, orienteering & beer brewing. Courtney spent many years in Alaska but now calls New Zealand home. She is passionate about Maori culture & is the ultimate outdoor babe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-04-211h 05
The Trail Less TraveledDeep Water Emergence in the Milford Sound of Fiordland National Park (recorded underwater)Recorded 28 feet below the surface of the water, join Mandela in the Discovery Center's Underwater Observatory for an interview with Daniel Crook & Andrea Ferris. Daniel & Andrea are nature guides in The Milford Sound of Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island's West Coast. The Discovery Center is a floating building which gives visitors the chance to view extremely rare species usually found between 50-5,000 feet deep in the ocean.Overlaying the sea water in the fiord is a layer of fresh water, the result of high annual rainfall in Fiordland. This combined with the narrow shape of the fiord...2017-04-061h 00
The Trail Less TraveledInternational Adventure Guide living in Queenstown: Lisa Sackville (recorded in NZ)An American living in Queenstown, Lisa Sackville, has been an active international adventure guide all over the world for almost two decades. Specializing in whitewater, mtn. biking, sea kayaking, ice climbing & alpine skiing. She has guided in Mama Africa, South America, New Zealand, Canada, Europe & Alaska to name a few... This phenomenal woman survived temperatures downwards of -60 degrees for upwards of 3.5 hours. She shares her stories, lessons & focus with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-03-311h 03
The Trail Less TraveledMilford Sound Sea Kayak Guide, Native South Islander & Whitewater Kayaker: Olive ButcherOlive Butcher is a sea kayak guide in The Milford Sound, the most northern Fiord on New Zealand’s South Island’s west coast. Guiding in the Milford Sound is considered class V sea kayaking due to the most extreme wind, waves & weather in New Zealand and potentially the entire world. It’s a typical day to guide in 30+ knots of day breeze, 3-10 meter swell from the Tasman Sea, dead zones for radio contact & solo guidiing beginner kayakers upwards of 15 kilometers from base at any given time. This said, it is by far the most spectacular and best sea kayaki...2017-03-2252 min
The Trail Less TraveledNew Zealand Crayfishing with Possum the fisherman (recorded in the Tasman Sea)Recorded aboard a cray boat in the infamously wild Tasman Sea, Mandela spends 15 hours on board recording & after a day at sea finally manages to get sea sick mid-interview... Featuring an interview with Possum, a hard working second generation crayfisherman on a 54' cray boat called, "The Southern Legend." This boat brings in the most crayfish in all of New Zealand, about 80 tons per year. 90% of the crayfish caught in New Zealand is live exported to China. Possum grew up in the tiny fishing village of Jackson Bay on the South Island's isolated west coast. To this day, Possum's parents...2017-03-1747 min
The Trail Less TraveledRiver & Soul Adventures in Nepal with Milford Sound Kayak Guide: Callum Morrison (Recorded in NZ)Callum Morrison is from Harrogate in North Yorkshire. He had a unique childhood & grew up adventuring from a young age. He is the owner & operator of River & Soul Adventures, custom river & culture tours around Nepal. He gives back to the community by employing locals & giving computers to schools. Callum is also a class V whitewater kayaker & sea kayak guide in the Milford Sound on New Zealand's South Island's West Coast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-03-0951 min
The Trail Less TraveledMilford Sound Sea Kayak Guide, Skipper & Home Brewer: Adam Collier (Recorded in NZ)Adam Collier is a native north islander who has salt water running through his veins. Adam has worked seven season as a sea kayak guide & skipper in New Zealand's South Island in Fiordland's Milford Sound. Due to the isolated nature of this region of the world, Adam & his friends have decided to brew their own fun using the fresh glacier melt water of Lady Elizabeth Bowen Falls. The waterfall is the main source of water & electricity for the hamlet of Milford & it is three times the size of Niagara Falls. Adam is a home brewer who created the "Wild Foods...2017-03-091h 00
The Trail Less TraveledNew Zealand whitewater specialist & raspberry farmer: Chris EwartChris Ewart is from New Zealand's south island and has been whitewater boating since he was 13 years old. Chris guides in New Zealand, Honduras & currently on the forks of the American River in Northern California. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-02-0848 min
The Trail Less TraveledMaori Culture, Art, Reclamation & Singing: Robyn RaunaRecorded inside a sacred Maori ancestral meeting place called a Marae, on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. Mandela interviews Robyn Rauna, of the indigenous Maori Tribes of Aotearoa. Robyn is a proud indigenous woman of Ngaio Tāmanuhiri, Rongoa fakata & Teitangamahaki. the Marae, sacred open meeting area, generally situated in front of the "whare runanga", communal meeting house, is the area of greatest mana, the place of greatest spirituality ; the place that heightens people's dignity, and the place in which Māori customs are given ultimate expression. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...2017-01-1451 min
The Trail Less TraveledSurfing with Frank in New Zealand: Frank Russell (Recorded in the NZ surf)Frank traveled to New Zealand 30 years ago on a surfing trip & never returned. Frank Russell grew up in Whittier, California & at age eight started surfing on belly boards, surf mats & body surfing. Then at 17, Frank found Cal Western University located right on the Sunset Cliffs, a Mecca for reef breaks. In 2003 Frank started his surf coaching school called, "Surfing with Frank" & he led surf trips in Mexico when the water in New Zealand is too cold. www.surfingwithfrank.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-1142 min
The Trail Less TraveledHerpetology of The Grand Canyon: Dr. Geoff Carpenter (recorded on the Colorado River)Interviewing Geoff Carpenter, AKA "Carp". Carp is a second generation herpetologist and boatman who specializes in lizards. Geoff has been rowing rafts and studying herpes in the Grand Canyon for over a decade. Geoff teaches field herpetology at the University of Oklahoma's biological field station. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-1043 min
The Trail Less TraveledEuropeans first contact with Maori in 1769: Sheridan GundryRecorded on location in Gisborne, New Zealand where lieutenant James Cook and his men first made contact with the Maori people on October 8th, 1769. Mandela interviews Sheridan Gundry, an award winning journalist and author of five books. Her most recent book is titled "A Splendid Isolation," which covers the general history of Gisborne and New Zealand's north island's eastern coast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-0948 min
The Trail Less TraveledThe Maori Battalion, German POW camps & Maori Songs with descendent: Zandria TaareRecorded in Gisborne, New Zealand in the C Company Memorial House featuring an interview with a descendent of the Maori Battalion. The Maori Battalion served in both World War I & II, they were famously feared in battle and consisted entirely of volunteers as the "Price of Citizenship" to their country. Mandela interviews Zandria Taare, who tells us the story of her famous grand father who spent four years in a POW camp in Germany, the son of the man on New Zealand's $50 note. Zandria will also speak about how the Maori are trying to protect the foreshore and seabed from...2017-01-0554 min
The Trail Less Traveled30 Yrs Navigating Oceans, Surfing Tsunamis & Searching for Lost Treasure: Georges de Giorgio Part 2Georges de Giorgio was born in a car wreck in France while his father, Italian Count of Santoponte, raced his mother of chilean indian/spanish decent to Italy--where he was supposed to be born. George's father moved the family to Chile at the age of 4 where he grew up working in his father's wooden ship boatyard. Georges has spent over 30 years sailing the oceans of the world & was the first navigator for the famous explorer HW Tilman on the ship, "Mischief." Georges hunted for Sir Frances Drake's lost treasure on Robinson Crusoe island. Georges also survived tsunami by surfing his...2016-12-2948 min
The Trail Less Traveled1947 Antarctic Expedition with the Great Global Explorer: Georges de Giorgio Part 1Georges de Giorgio was born in a car wreck in France while his father, Italian Count of Santoponte, raced his mother of chilean indian/spanish decent to Italy--where he was supposed to be born. George's father moved the family to Chile at the age of 4 where he grew up working in his father's wooden ship boatyard. In 1947 at the age of 17, Georges joined an American Expedition to Antarctica becoming the youngest person to ever spend a year there. Georges lived a month alone on the Palmer Penninsula plateau, was the first to cross from the Atlantic to Pacific by dogsled...2016-12-2939 min
The Trail Less TraveledOCEARCH Great White Shark Research Vessel: Recorded on board in the Atlantic OceanAn interview recorded aboard the famous OCEARCH great white shark research vessel, which has completed 26 worldwide expeditions. In addition to global conservation outreach & education, OCEARCH shares real-time data through their free "Global Shark Tracker." You can download the app on your phone to track white sharks all over the world. Scientists attach a small tracking device to the animals dorsal fin which automatically turns off when submerged and transmits gps coordinates once it has been exposed to air for at least 90 seconds. This device eventually falls off the animal as the shark continues to grow (Great White Sharks can grow...2016-12-2944 min
The Trail Less TraveledHistory of Southern Africa, Cold War Submarines & Apartheid: Sam van Eeden (Mandela's Dad)Adventure under water off the coast of Africa during the Cold War in the head chef's kitchen of South African submarines & travel the world barefoot with an animal skin for bottoms. An interview with Mandela's father, Sam van Eeden, who speaks about the history of southern Africa including what it was like to grow up during Apartheid in an Afrikaans family whom opposed the Apartheid regime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-1851 min
The Trail Less TraveledCycling Across the Tibetan Plateau & Backcountry Skiing Around the World: Jon Turk Part 2Jon Turk grew up on the shores of a wooded lake in Connecticut, and he attended Phillips Academy, Andover and then Brown University. Jon earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry at the University of Colorado, in 1971. The same year, in honor of Earth Day 1, Jon co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States. It sold 100,000 copies and spearheaded the development of environmental science curricula in North America. Jon Turk has written over 27 books in his lifetime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-1350 min
The Trail Less TraveledCircumnavigating Ellesmere Island, Canoeing Cape Horn & a Shaman in Western Siberia: Jon Turk Part 1Jon grew up on the shores of a wooded lake in Connecticut, and he attended Phillips Academy, Andover and then Brown University. Jon earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry at the University of Colorado, in 1971. The same year, in honor of Earth Day 1, Jon co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States. It sold 100,000 copies and speaheaded the development of environmental science curricula in North America. Jon Turk has written over 27 books in his lifetime. Jon began wandering the globe, visiting people and places that were so far from my childhood upbringing. Over the decades, Jon has...2016-12-0752 min
The Trail Less TraveledRaising a family on a sailboat in the Caribbean: Nancy Berkstresser (recorded in Panama)Recorded on location on an isolated island 20 miles off the Pacific Coast of Panama. Mandela interviews Nancy Berkstreser, an adventurous mother of two girls whom she gave birth to on a 60 foot catamaran sailboat. Nancy and her husband, Temme, are building a home in the jungles off the coast of Panama. Nancy is a very athletic woman who enjoys Yoga, wind surfing & adventuring around with her family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-11-2748 min
The Trail Less TraveledWindsurfing Champion, Boat-builder & Surfer: Temme Berkstresser (recorded in Panama)Recorded on an isolated island 20 miles off the Pacific Coast of Panama. Mandela interviews Temme Berkstresser, a 2nd generation boat builder, adventurer & wizard. Temme was a professional windsurfer & grew up on a sailboat for 12 years in the Caribbean and Bahamas. Temme also built his own cat sailboat & sails it through the Bahamas & Central America with his family. His two daughters were born on their sailboat & they two are little adventurers. Temme's family purchased land on an isolated island off the coast of Panama, where they are building a home in the jungle. Temme also own, operates and builds jet skis...2016-11-2744 min
The Trail Less TraveledHistory of Aviation & Flight Attendants: Jeani van Eeden (Mandela's mom)An interview with Mandela's mother, Jeani. Jeani van Eeden grew up on a wheat farm in Montana & graduated from the UM & survival school in the early 60s. Hired by United Airlines as a "stewardess" in 1963, she worked as an international flight attendant for over 40 years. Jeani has traveled independently & extensively throughout China, Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Australia & The Pacific Rim. Enjoy the history of 50+ years of aviation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-11-2738 min
The Trail Less TraveledAyurvedic Medicine, Disease in the West, Finding Balance: Dr. Kiran Achutha Bhat (recorded in India)Recorded at the Arya Ayurvedic Panchakarma Centre in Kovalam, Southern India. In order to research and record this episode Mandela did a 21-day Ayurvedic treatment based on complex herbal compounds in the jungles of southern India a stones throw from the Arabian Sea. Listen to this interview with Dr. Kiran Achutha Bhat. We will go back to prehistoric times when legends tell of the transmission of medical knowledge from Gods to Sages and thence to human physicians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-11-2145 min