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Kooky Conversations28: Holiday TraditionsEpisode 28 is being shared on Thanksgiving, and despite the Kooks still being in Chile and not able to celebrate this year, they thought they’d talk about the holiday season! They both give a little insight into their favorite moments as kids and how traditions have changed over the years. Sam talks about Christmas Eve games they used to play and awkward caroling in the neighborhood while Arden gets a little emotional thinking about the holidays with his grandmothers. Of course there can be difficulties surrounding the holidays like pressure, money and staying present but the Kooks are excited to...
2025-11-2743 minKooky Conversations27: Sam Turns 30 in Patagonia!Happy birthday to the one and only kook Sam! Sam turned 30 this year, and with it being a big year kook Arden had some questions about what that means for her. Sam reflects on her accomplishments from her 20's. Graduating from nursing school,to traveling and buying property but mostly living out a life she feels connected to deeply. The kooks discuss what she is most looking forward to in her 30's and even what she would want to tell her 40 year old self. Sam describes how important movement and confidence is in her 20...
2025-11-1832 minKooky Conversations26: Seasons of Change (ft Tom Hittle)The Kooks are so excited to have Tom Hittle, Sam’s not-so-little brother, on the show this week! Tom has had a year of ups and downs and offers a refreshing take on how to shift our attitudes. From wrecking his truck, committing to 75 Hard and giving up addictions, letting go of relationships & now trying to find the middle ground, his year might sound a lot like something you’ve experienced before. He reminds us to find the beauty in the mundane and chop wood, carry water. We hope you enjoy it!
2025-11-071h 02Kooky Conversations25: Handling Stress25 episodes of the Kooks?! Thanks so much for being here and keeping up with the adventures, maybe all the way since Vietnam! Grateful for ya!After spending a week in the hustle and bustle of Santiago city and focusing on more “stressful” matters, Sam and Arden thought they’d share about tools that help them during more pressing times. The Kooks dive into the ways they individually manage stress, talk about how simply shaking up the energy can really help their mood, and also take time to express how fortunate they are to live a low...
2025-10-3142 minKooky Conversations24: Tying Up Loose EndsThe Kooks are live and A-Live 😂 Thanks for your patience while they navigated what the heck to do after spending their first bit of time away from each other in 10 months. Spoiler- they aren’t fans of it. This episode is dedicated to Europe, entering the final country of this almost year long adventure, and a few random things in between. Enjoy!Sam’s questions for Arden: What are you doing differently for our bike trip here in Chile? How are you currently staying present with this adventure and not letting yourself drift to the futu...
2025-10-2439 minKooky Conversations23: Setting Healthy BoundariesAfter a few weeks of a hiatus while they finished up their bicycle adventure and spent some time with family, the Kooks are back! And sheesh is it a good one! Might as well have been a therapy session for Arden. Episode 23 is all about boundaries- what they are, how to set them, when to change them, remove them or add one. Sam and Arden talk about how communication is at the root of setting boundaries and share some personal experiences about how they have or have not put them into place. It’s a good one! Thanks for be...
2025-10-061h 13Kooky Conversations22: Random Sh!tNot much to say here. The Kooks are tired as they approach the ending of their nearly 2 month long bicycle adventure from Italy to Scotland. They thought it would be fun to keep this one light and, well, random. Enjoy!Sam’s questions for Arden: What’s something people wouldn’t know about riding a bicycle for a long time? When do you feel best about yourself? Putting you on the spot here- what’s a fear you have if you were to become a dad?Arden's questi...
2025-09-1949 minKooky Conversations21: Teamwork in (any kind of) RelationshipEpisode 21 of Kooky Conversations comes to you all live from a campsite in Scotland! Having been working together for close to 7 years now, both in “easy” times and more challenging times, Sam and Arden discuss what makes a solid team. It’s a fun conversation about their relationship but also about teamwork in business, friendship and with family. They’re honest about the ways they think they each “show up” but also how there is always room to improve in any kind of relationship. We hope you enjoy it!Sam’s questions to Arden:1. I thin...
2025-09-1152 minKooky Conversations20: Moral CompassesEpisode 20!? Wild! This week’s episode is all about your moral compass and guiding lights. The people, places, and things that keep you on track and “doing what’s right when no one is watching”. It’s a fun episode where the Kooks look at what “integrity” means to each of them, who some people are that just make you say “they’re good people” and what living a life of alignment and truth looks like. We hope you enjoy! Thanks for being here!Sam’s Questions for Arden: What does the word “integrity” mean to you? I...
2025-08-3144 minKooky Conversations19: Dreams & Goal-SettingWe all (okay, maybe most of us) have big goals and dreams, but how do we go about achieving them? This week, on episode 19, the Kooks talk about some of their big dreams and goals and how they achieve them... and sometimes don't. They tell a little about what dreams might just stay dreams and which ones they decide to take on wholeheartedly. The Kooks each share what some of their tactics are for goal-setting, how it has changed over the years and how to handle letting a dream go. The Kooks also have a special, bonus question from...
2025-08-241h 04Kooky Conversations18: Facing FearsFear is an instinct we all have to keep us alive, but how much of the fear we face today is truly dangerous to our lives or more mental blocks? From public speaking to darkness to drowning, we all have things that scare us (maybe a little, maybe a lot) but how do we overcome these fears? Today, most of our fears are just self doubt and worries but they aren't actually dangerous. On this episode, the Kooks talk about their fears, real and made up and they explore how they face their fears and use rationale to decide...
2025-08-1551 minKooky Conversations17: Warmshowers- Kindness From StrangersThe Kooks get to experience the amazing kindness of strangers on a daily basis, but one way has always stood out to them- Warmshowers! This platform is a community of people and cyclists who serve as hosts and open their homes to strangers while they are bike touring. The hosts offer, well, a warm shower, but also a safe place to sleep, maybe a hot meal, and great conversation. There's no monetary exchange, just a "pay it forward" expectation and sometimes because these people just absolutely love sharing- and you can tell! It's an amazing, popular community that the...
2025-08-0839 minKooky Conversations16: Le Tour de Farce (first days back on the bikes)Two Wheelin’ Kooks are back baby!!! After 5 years, Sam and Arden are back on one of their favorite modes of transportation- the bicycles! This episode was recorded after Day 2 of their adventure which is to travel from Manciano, Italy all the way up to the Scottish Highlands! Hear their fears and excitement surrounding this go around on the bikes, how the last 2 days have really gone and the occasional tractor going by at their campsite 😂 They hope to remind anyone listening that sometimes the hardest part of a task, job or adventure is just getting going- we’re all a lot s...
2025-07-3031 minKooky Conversations15: Then & Now: Italy Fam Trip (ft Maria & Sonia)In Episode 15, Sam and Arden have some special guests, her mom and sister, Maria and Sonia! The 4 of them sit down to talk about the differences between this Italy trip versus 3 years ago when things didn’t go so well. It’s a silly, rosé-sippin’, kids interrupting kind of episode, but that’s on par for the Hittle family. As with any family trips, there are many personalities and “wants” to cater to- this episode offers quite a bit of reflection and ways to consider how we want to show up to these kinds of events. We hope you enjoy!
2025-07-2553 minKooky Conversations14: Comfort ZonesOne of the Kooks’ favorite topics! Episode 14 turned out to be a powerful conversation all about comfort zones and while it provides great insight, it also offers clear tips on how to explore, or simply become more aware, of our fears, boundaries and complaining habits. Arden shares about his “jump right in” mentality and Sam explains how using logic, reasoning and breathing helps her to calm down in certain situations. Whether you’re trying to become more adventurous and face your fears, or you’re simply looking to expand your consciousness and awareness, everyone can benefit from this conversation!
2025-07-151h 11Kooky Conversations13: What is Culture & Why it MattersOooo this was a fun one! Sam and Arden have a friendly “debate” (even though they argue a lot of the same points). It’s always good to offer multiple ways to look at things, especially when it comes to culture. After spending quite a bit of time in parts of the world where the culture is ancient and rich, Sam and Arden explore what makes the culture in the US different and their experiences with both a very traditional, southern American upbringing and one from an Italian-immigrant family. Please share any thoughts and comments- all are welcomed and apprec...
2025-07-021h 01Kooky Conversations12: Staying Healthy While TravelingEpisode 12 is here and the kooks talk about healthy habits while traveling - ironically while Arden is working through a little congestion 😂 They share about the things they are currently doing to try and stay healthy and why staying active, hydrated and nourished while traveling is important, but also super difficult at times. This episode is coming at you from Greece! A bit jetlagged, tired and Arden working through this little illness, episode 12 is a bit "softer". We hope it's a healthy and happy week! Kook Sam's questions for Arden:1...
2025-06-2430 minKooky Conversations11: Arden Turns 30This week’s episode was recorded on Arden’s 30th birthday and some great conversation was had as he reflected on all that the 20s offered him and how he’s feeling about entering a new decade! No questions for Sam this week, although she throws in her input here and there, of course. What a gift it is to grow older! Happy birthday, Arden!Kook Arden is the star of the show today. Here are the 3 questions Sam asked him:How does turning 30 today actually feel?What are some of your proudest moments fr...
2025-06-1739 minKooky Conversations10: Packing The GoodsSome riveting conversation on this week's episode all about packing the Kook way for longer travels. For some (maybe most), the least fun and perhaps most frustrating part of traveling. Fortunately for Sam and Arden, they are not too concerned with being the most attractive people out on the streets🤪 Still, how do you decide what comes along and what doesn't? Did I pack too much? Do I actually need 18 pairs of underwear or 6 dresses? (Spoiler- the answer is no, you don't).Sam and Arden discuss their thought process for packing, how they organize the...
2025-06-1033 minKooky Conversations09: Journaling (2 different approaches)Wow! The Kooks dove in deep on this one. Kook Sam has been journaling almost daily for years, while Kook Arden only started a few years ago and continues to do so only on occasion. They discuss how journaling looks for each of them, why they do it, and how it contributes to their lives. Arden shares valuable insight on his opinion of why women typically journal more than men and how journaling looks different for everyone. Sam gives some advice on how to get ya started.
2025-06-0349 minKooky Conversations08: Asia TravelsThis week, The Kooks wanted to talk about the incredible time they've had in Asia, especially since after Indonesia they will be heading to Europe. They explain what they have loved about the region, what they will miss (spoiler alert- it's a lot of food) and what they are grateful to have experienced but also okay with leaving behind.Add Asia (specifically Southeast Asia!) to your travel plans! Thanks for being here! We hope it's a beautiful week of more love, curiosity and connection!
2025-05-2744 minKooky Conversations07: 5 Years of the Kooks (Bike Trip Reminiscing)With the Kooks' 5 year anniversary of their original, wild trip bicycling across the country, they reflect and reminisce on the adventure across the United States that quite literally changed their life. Sam and Arden look back on some of the best memories and worst times (but what made for funny stories). They share how three and a half months on the bike forced them to take action and also allowed them to get to where they are today. Finally, they talk about how they would do it differently if they could to it all over again...and maybe will, hehe.
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2025-05-2039 minKooky Conversations06: Finding Space for CreativityThe Kooks find themselves with a lot of extra time to reflect and dive into creative thinking. They explore what creativity means to them and what drives it. They explain the ways they get into a creative mindset and why it has seemed to grow while traveling. Also talking about how it can be hard to be creative in your day to day but finding time and friends to push you to be more creative. Lastly how being out and nature and movement can spark creativity and flow state.
ALSO... send us any questions you have for next week's episode...
2025-05-1346 minKooky Conversations05: The Not-So-Fun PartsOn this episode, The Kooks talk about the not-so-fun parts of long term travel. After months on the move, there are definitely a few things they miss from home or dislike while on the road. From falling behind in careers to actually crying thinking about the things and people they left behind, they share the parts that aren’t so glamorous. Sam and Arden talk about their recognition of their privilege to spend a year traveling but also attempt to share that even what might look like “always fun” or “easy” might not be the case.
Kook Sam’s Questions to Arden:
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2025-05-0639 minKooky Conversations04: Travel & Transition DaysTravel days can be difficult. Long hours on uncomfortable airplane, bus, train and motorbike seats can lead to some really dreading the day of travel. The Kooks dive into their experience and tips for the long travel days, including their must haves to make the hours pass on their favorite (& least favorite) ways to travel. Sam shares how to save money and find the sweet sweet deals like breakfast included hotels, getting a travel credit card, packing light, & ditching unnecessary items. Arden shares about his love for being in motion.
Kook Sam's questions:
1. Do you have any irrational fears while...
2025-04-2934 minKooky Conversations03: Traveling With FamilyAfter having an amazing weekend traveling to the Japanese alps with the Kooks’ sister-in-law, Mizuho, and her family, Sarden felt inspired to look at what makes traveling with family, well, interesting🤪 Arden shares about a trip that solidified his love for the outdoors and Sam explains why she thinks self-awareness sits at the root of making family trips run smoothly. Sam’s questions to Arden: What is a memory you have of your favorite family trip/vacation? If you could plan and execute the ideal family vacation/trip what would it look like and who wou...
2025-04-2130 minKooky Conversations02: Intentions behind Kooky ConvosON TONIGHT'S EPISODE OF KOOKY CONVERSATIONS!
Two kooks dive into hard hitting questions about intentions, things they're learning, and the meaning of life.....
Oookay, but seriously- we actually explain what our intentions are for this so called podcast. We ask less silly questions this time and (try to) focus on some deeper ideas. Sam figures out her hidden talents and Arden realizes he needs to take better care of himself.
Questions from today's episode.
Arden's questions to Sam.
1) What is one item you wish you had right now?
2) What is something you have learned in the last 4 months?
3) Biggest goal...
2025-04-1337 min
Kooky Conversations01: Wait, are we actually doing this?Well I guess we are uploading this.... wasn't sure if we were going to do this or not but here we are in typical Kook fashion. Sam had an idea to record our conversations and do weekly check ins. It's short, raw and unedited and will probably stay that way so you can really see how our conversations go. The first episode is just us asking each other some serious and not so serious questions. Sam's questions to Arden.1) In five words how are you feeling right now?2) What are you currently feeling inspired about?3) How are your poops...
2025-04-0419 min