On The Outside
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago -We need to talk about the outdoors. Not just the epic stories, but the important news, the big events and the social issues that permeate the whole of the outdoors. On The Outside is for everyone who spends their leisure time outdoors in the UK. It helps you engage in the wider outdoor community through the conversations of our diverse panel. We are enthusiasts and experts from a range of outdoors activities, and we're talking about the news stories that matter to us - from specific sports news, to headline stories about our countryside, and the viral posts that capture outdoors culture - all in a jargon and judgement free way! On The Outside is part of the Tremula Network.
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Podcasts, outdoors and interviewing as an ally (with Rob Darfi from The Outdoors Adventure Podcast)
December 24, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBThis episode was inspired by the idea of 'interviewing as an ally'. Robert Darfi is another podcasters who describes himself as the "least diverse person around," and in the episode, Fran flips the microphone on him to explore how podcasts can be a powerful tool for activism... LINKS: Listen to ‘The Outdoors Adventure Podcast’ here: https://pod.link/1660116904 Listen to ‘Outside/In’ here: https://pod.link/1061222770 Find the other podcasts in the Tremula Network: tremula.network/podca...
BONUS: More thoughts on the UCI trans policy (and Outdoor News Round-up)
September 20, 2023 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn the latest episode of the On the Outside podcast, Fran shares some feedback from listeners on the previous episode about the UCI Cycling World Championships, including a trans woman cyclist who is affected by the UCI's trans policy. Fran also shares a quick outdoor news round-up, including - The Ultra Distance Scholarship for people of colour - The return of the Climb Out Festival - A new mentoring programme for women in cycling - The cancellation of the MTB4All event due to low sign-...
UCI Cycling World Champs 2023 - access, inclusion, action and more!
September 05, 2023 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBWe are back with an exciting panel discussion, and Fran is learning all about the Cycling World Championships that took place in Scotland in August. You'd be forgiven for almost missing this event (and we talk about why that might be the case) but I am joined by a panel of guests including Neil Russell, the managing director of the Adaptive Riders Collective, Vedangi Kulkarni, an endurance cyclist and adventurer, and Aoife Glass, a mountain bike journalist and host of the Spindrift podcast...
Outdoor news round-up: From conservation projects to being saved from bears, running in heels and a brave three-peaks challenge
August 25, 2023 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MB🗞️ We have an exciting guest for this latest edition of the On The Outside news round-up 🤩 This week, Tremula Network has been host to an intern from Arts Emergency, a charity helping young people get a fair start in the arts and humanities, and we've been showing her what goes into making a minisode for On The Outside! "Hey! I'm Nia Johal, a half-Indian, half-Welsh actress from London. I have been given the wonderful opportunity by Fran to explore my passions of audio and conservation by ...
Outdoor news round-up: 2023 Cycling World Championships start, swimming in plastic and Black Girls Hike team up with DofE
August 05, 2023 18:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MBFran is back with a round-up of some news stories that have caught her eye recently! Featuring: - The Cycling World Championships in Scotland - South Asian Heritage Month outdoors - Protect Our Winters report on climate change affecting cycling - Black Girls Hike link up with DofE - Black Tri Tribe Triathlon And more! Share you opinions with us by emailing [email protected] you can send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can send a voicenote or message via Whatsapp to 0...
Reflections on TWO YEARS of On The Outside (with Anesu Matanda-Mambingo and Francesca Turauskis)
July 15, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWe're celebrating 2 Years of On the Outside Podcast! And we can't believe how far we've come since our launch back in 2021! To mark this special milestone, social media assistant Anesu Matanda-Mambingo is speaking to Producer Francesca Turauskis about how On The Outside came to be, what lessons she has learned, favourite moments and where the show may go in the future. Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey. Here's to many more conversations and memorable moments! We also h...
Outdoor news round-up: A campaign to protect our seas, Women In Mountain Training webinars and a new Munro record (with Oge Ejizu)
July 10, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 5.16 MBOge, your friendly neighbourhood hiking girl has been a part of OTO for a while. She loves the outdoors and hiking specifically, when not finding a mountain or hill to climb, she's learning how to swim and spending time with her family. She's also part of an amazing hiking group called Black Girls Hike and has a TedX talk about hiking and the importance of community groups. Join Oge, for an exciting podcast minisode filled with outdoor adventures and inspiring community stories! From ESEA O...
Outdoor news round-up: Black To The Trails 2024, Wave Wahines' Summer Slide and the biggest UK wildfire on record...
June 10, 2023 18:00 - 8 minutes - 5.99 MBFran is back with a round-up of some news stories that have caught her eye recently! Share you opinions with us by emailing [email protected] you can send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can send a voicenote or message via Whatsapp to 07883905336. In an aim to be accessible, we have transcripts for episodes - please email us whilst we transfer these to our new website. You can support the show on Patreon! All our Patreon money is offered to panellists for their time an...
From activewear hijabs to peeing outdoors - why DO we need specialist outdoor equipment?
May 25, 2023 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode, our guest host Kathi Kamleitner speaks to Zahrah Mahmood and Ani Barber about specialist, accessible and inclusive outdoor equipment, starting with a look at the activewear hijab that Zahrah has created with Berghaus. We also talk about the risk of misappropriating an item of religious outdoor equipment, other types of specialist equipment including items to help people pee, toddler carriers for hiking, helpful clothing for difficulties with motor-skills and sun protection. ...
Outdoor news round-up: From the biggest ever trespass in Kinder Reservoir to Welsh National Park name changes (with Anesu Matanda Mambingo)
May 05, 2023 04:00 - 7 minutes - 5.22 MBThis month's minsode news round-up comes from the newest member of the On The Outside team. In addition to our amazing panellists, there are a lot of people working behind the scenes to help make the podcast what it is, and we’re excited to be welcoming Anesu Matanda Mambingo (She/Her). Anesu has been supporting behind the scenes with all things social media for a few weeks, and in this minisode she's also sharing some stories that have caught HER eye. Find all links to these news stories ...
Outdoor news round-up: from Ramblers Scotland's new president to bikepacking with a bassoon (with Ani Barber)
April 05, 2023 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.76 MBThis month's minsode news round-up is changing things up! You might be familiar with Ani from previous podcasts. She's giving Fran a break/taking over this minisode and also sharing some stories that have caught HER eye. It’s really great to see so many people in the outdoor community levelling up and doing such amazing work. Here’s some of her favourite stories recently. CTA: Crowfunder for Beyond Words can be found here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/beyond-words-combining-film-mu...
Ramblers Scotland's new president, calls on the Government to expand Freedom to Roam & bikepacking with a bassoon (minisode by Ani Barber)
April 05, 2023 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.76 MBThis month's minsode news round-up is changing things up! You might be familiar with Ani from previous podcasts. She's giving Fran a break/taking over this minisode and also sharing some stories that have caught HER eye. It’s really great to see so many people in the outdoor community levelling up and doing such amazing work. Here’s some of her favourite stories recently. CTA: Crowfunder for Beyond Words can be found here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/beyond-words-combining-film-mu...
Celebrating The Everyday Adventure Podcast - Preet Chandi, Pammy Johal and Keri Wallace chat with Nicki Bass
March 22, 2023 22:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBAnother Tremula Network show, The Everyday Adventure Podcast hosted by Nicki Bass, has been shortlisted in the Wilderness Category of the Sports Podcast Awards 2023. Out of twelve podcasts shortlisted in this category, The Everyday Adventure podcast is one of only three podcasts with a women hosting/co-hosting shortlisted in the Wilderness category, one of only three UK-based shows, and it is the only show that mentions diversity and inclusivity in its description or 'why they should win' s...
A new Queer Climbing Festival, cycling for Lent, and the 'Boy In the Tent' heads inside after 3 years - Outdoor News Round-up
March 05, 2023 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MBWelcome to the Outdoor News Round-up for 5th March 2023. This marks the return of the minisode, an this episode covers, Sheffield Adventure Film Festival, Climb Out, Bivvybag Day 2023, We Are Cycling UK campaign for lent, the 'Boy In The Tent' Max Woosey, Peaks fo Colour political manisfesto, The National Outdoor Expo Birmingham, London Mountain Film festival , Royal Geographical Society microlectures, and an outdoor chef... Each Outdoor News Round-up will now be accompanied by a newslett...
Outdoor news round-up: From a new Queer Climbing Festival to the 'Boy In the Tent' heads inside
March 05, 2023 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MBWelcome to the Outdoor News Round-up for 5th March 2023. This marks the return of the minisode, an this episode covers, Sheffield Adventure Film Festival, Climb Out, Bivvybag Day 2023, We Are Cycling UK campaign for lent, the 'Boy In The Tent' Max Woosey, Peaks fo Colour political manisfesto, The National Outdoor Expo Birmingham, London Mountain Film festival , Royal Geographical Society microlectures, and an outdoor chef... Each Outdoor News Round-up will now be accompanied by a newslett...
Kendal Mountain Tour begins, and reflections on Kendal Mountain Festival 2022 with Ani Barber from Outside: Our Way
February 20, 2023 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Kendal Mountain Festival national tour began last week and I thought the start of the tour would be a good chance for me to catch up on our Kendal coverage. I could not make it to Kendal in November myself, but I managed to convince a panelist you know quite well to represent the podcast. In a moment you will hear the post-festival conversation I had with her, plus she asked a number of different people the same three questions: Have you been to Kendal before? What’s been your favour...
AS WE REST: Guiding Hikes & Outdoor Diversity with Kirsty Pallas | Wild For Scotland
February 05, 2023 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBIf you’ve listened to our episodes on Kendal 2021, Climbing whilst pregnant, and Afghanistan’s connections to outdoor culture you know a bit about Kirsty Pallas, a mountain guide, climbing instructor, and Founder of Our Shared Outdoors. In this episode from the Wild For Scotland podcast, host Kathi Kamlietner talks with Kirsty about: How Kirsty got into the outdoors as a child, Her path towards becoming a mountain leader and climbing instructor, Some of the challenges she faces in her jo...
AS WE REST: Wild Camping on Dartmoor from Summit To Talk About
January 20, 2023 18:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBIf you listened to the episode on the anniversary of the Kinder Scout Trespass, and our chat about the right to roam, this episode will be of interest to you. Until recently, Dartmoor National Park in the South West of England was the only place in England where it was legal to wild camp without permission from landowners. But on 13th January 2023, a High Court judgement ruled that wild camping is no longer legal on any Dartmoor land without the permission of the land owner. This crossover ...
UPDATE: Acknowledging that Rest Is Resistance
January 19, 2023 18:00 - 3 minutes - 2.66 MBA short update from Fran to acknowledge the lack of activity on the podcast feed - and to acknowledge that that is okay too! REST IS RESISTANCE: Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey Share you opinions with us by emailing [email protected] you can send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can send a voicenote or message via Whatsapp to 07883905336. In an aim to be accessible, we have transcripts for episodes - please email us whilst we transfer these to our new ...
It's time for the outdoor sector to talk about MONEY...
October 10, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIt's time to talk about money in the outdoor sector. I know there are individuals and groups having these conversations on a case-by-case level. We decided not to talk about this on the podcast until now because we didn’t want to be outing individual experiences with payment. But in August, Matt Barr from the Looking Sideways podcast posted this: Open Thread: is it ever OK for brands not to pay creatives or contributors fairly for their time and expertise? And Matt and Soraya had a chat o...
BONUS: More thoughts on topless climbing
October 05, 2022 20:00 - 11 minutes - 7.75 MBFollowing on from the conversation on topless climbing with Soraya and Carlos, we hear a few more thoughts on the subject: Frit Tam highlights aspects that may make topless climbers triggering. Frakie Dewar asks about trans and non-binary perspectives Ani Barber tells us her own experience as a new climber Tell us what you thought of this episode! You can email [email protected] you can send a DM on Instagram or Twitter @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can now also send a voicenote or m...
Should topless climbing be banned? (with Soraya Abdel-Hadi and Carlos Casas)
September 05, 2022 22:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Francesca is joined by Soraya Abdel-Hadi from All The Elements, and Carlos Casas of Colour Up Bristol, to talk about a London climbing centre banning topless climbing. this conversation was inspired by an Instagram post by Scottish Climber Robbie Phillips. See the post yourself here: https://www.instagram.com/p/ChWgVDOMiMV/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D We share our own thoughts on topless climbing/culture, toxic masculinaty in climbing gyms, whether the top-off ban is justified,...
One Year Retrospective
August 05, 2022 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBHappy Birthday On The Outside! We launched the show a whole year ago, so this short episode asks four questions: What have you most enjoyed? Has the outdoor space changed in the past year? What is the most pressing issue in the outdoor community? What would you like to see us do on the podcast? Answers from Oge, Ani and Fran Share you opinions with us by emailing [email protected] you can send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can send a voicenote or message via Whatsapp...
Interview with Omie Dale PLUS FINA's ruling on trans swimmers and a rant about interview questions
July 05, 2022 17:30 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBCo-hosts Oge Ejizu and Fran Turauskis bring you a new type of episode. We ask Omie Dale, Director of Swim Unity, about Drowning Prevention Week, her passion for teaching people to swim, and the video series on beginners swim tips on Instagram. Plus, we talk about levels of proficiency in swimming and hiking. After the interview, Oge and Fran address the FINA ruling against trans women taking part in swimming competitions, and Fran rants about the types of questions usually asked in intervi...
BONUS: Talking pregnancy with Keri Williams from Girls on Hills
June 30, 2022 07:57 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWe have a bonus episode for you! This follows on from our last episode on climbing whilst pregnant. If you've listened to Episode 12 you heard some of the conversation I had with Keri Wallace. Keri is a fell runner, skyrunner, rock climber and writer, and she is also one of the Founders of Girls On Hills, and she talked to Fran about her experience of climbing but wasn't able to join us for the main podcast recording. This is the full conversation Fran had with Keri. Whether you are a preg...
Climbing whilst pregnant, adventuring as a parent and Mental Health Awareness Week
June 05, 2022 06:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBThis episode takes a close look at the news articles about Olympic climber Shauna Coxsey climbing whilst pregnant. We talk about the different reactions to her journey, how the articles are framed, and we hear first hand experience of climbing whilst pregnant. We go on to talk about the wider perceptions and culture around active and adventurous parents. Plus we highlight some good resources for Mental Health Awareness Week. Francesca is joined by regular panellist Kirsty Pallas, and Sop...
90th anniversary of the Kinder Scout Trespass, Kinder in Colour and decolonising the countryside
May 05, 2022 04:45 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBWelcome back to On The Outside! We're returnig with an in-depth chat about all things Kinder Scout Trespass. Last month was the 90th anniversary of a mass trespass across Kinder Scout in the Peak District, a moment that is credited with helping to create our National Parks, and rights of way access in the UK. Francesca is joined by Frit Tam, Ani Patas and Vedangi Kulkarni to talk about who took part in the original Kinder Scout Trespass, and why is happened. Plus, what happened at the co...
Outdoor news round-up: From Ramadan to Local Bike shop day
April 15, 2022 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.31 MBIn this outdoor news round-up, Francesca Turauskis takes us through some news stories from the outdoors world: - This month is Ramadan, and several athletes and grassroots organisations have been calling on events to be more inclusive of Muslims who observe the holy month. - The main sponsor of a major women’s cycling race, the Women’s CiCLE Classic, has withdrawn his funding in reaction to British Cycling’s new rules on transgender participation - In Ireland, the Minister for the Environ...
From Ramadan to Local Bike shop day - Outdoor news round-up
April 15, 2022 05:00 - 7 minutes - 3.44 MBIn this outdoor news round-up, Francesca Turauskis takes us through some news stories from the outdoors world: - This month is Ramadan, and several athletes and grassroots organisations have been calling on events to be more inclusive of Muslims who observe the holy month. - The main sponsor of a major women’s cycling race, the Women’s CiCLE Classic, has withdrawn his funding in reaction to British Cycling’s new rules on transgender participation - In Ireland, the Minister for the Environ...
Purple Day special: Adventurers Talk Epilepsy from Seize Your Adventure
March 26, 2022 19:33 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBThis is a special episode looking at one particular news item. The 26th of March is Purple Day, the International Day of Epilepsy Awareness. It's the one day a year dedicated to raising money and awareness to support everyone who is living with the effects of epilepsy. Right now, people around the globe are cycling, walking, swimming, running and more to raise money to support people living with epilepsy. And if you are one of them, thank you so much. But one of my biggest passions is adv...
Purple Day special: Adventurers Talk Epilepsy w/ Seize Your Adventure
March 26, 2022 19:33 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBThis is a special episode looking at one particular news item. The 26th of March is Purple Day, the International Day of Epilepsy Awareness. It's the one day a year dedicated to raising money and awareness to support everyone who is living with the effects of epilepsy. Right now, people around the globe are cycling, walking, swimming, running and more to raise money to support people living with epilepsy. And if you are one of them, thank you so much. But one of my biggest passions is advoc...
Outdoor news round-up: From legal rights to nature, to outdoor weddings
March 18, 2022 06:30 - 7 minutes - 4.92 MBIn this first outdoor news round-up, Francesca Turauskis takes us through some news stories from the outdoors world: -The Outdoors Industries Association has put together some resources of the outdoor industry’s response to the Ukraine crisis -Defra published the #NatureRecovery Green Paper yesterday, which sets out proposals for how to more effectively protect sites and species, and recover nature across England. -Over 60 organisations - including Natural England, the Ramblers and the BM...
AS WE REST: Ethical Tourism from THIIIRD Waves
February 15, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBOn The Outside is taking a rest, but we're excited to share an episode from another podcast that we think you’ll like! THIIIRD Waves is one of the outputs of THIIIRD magazine, a platform that amplifies marginalised voices through print, events, and on the airwaves with their podcast. The show explores the intersections of culture and activism, and brings their listeners interviews and discussions with guests who have knowledge and lived experiences on the topic they talk about. This episod...
Thoughts from Kendal Mountain Festival 2021
December 06, 2021 06:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBIn the final episode of Season One, On The Outside producer Francesca Turauskis is joined at Kendal Mountain Festival by Kirsty Pallas of Our Shared Outdoors and Soraya Abdel-Hadi from All The Elements. They discuss the 2021 festival, talk about their best bits, diversity at the festival, expectations versus reality and why they've not been to the festival before. Plus we hear thoughts from listeners, panellists and speakers who were at the festival, including: @frit_tam @iona.adventuring...
Patagonia's new climbing film, outdoor clothing and an ultra cycling scholarship
October 30, 2021 00:23 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBTopics covered include Patagonia's new climbing film, outdoor clothing and an ultra cycling scholarship. Francesca Turauskis is joined by Outside: Our Way creator Ani Patas, Passion Fruit Pictures founder Frit Tam, and endurance cyclist and creator of The Adventure Shed Vedangi Kulkarni. READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE CTA: - Check out Outside: Our Way - Donate to Glide For Pride and kindly ask for people's pronouns - Watch the video from Cycling UK about how to wild camp staring V! -...
Climate consciousness, a new cycling trail and the #WeTwo polar expedition
September 30, 2021 08:10 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBTopics covered include being climate conscious as outdoor enthusiasts; using public transport for eco purposes; the new Kernow Way cycling trail in Cornwall; and the #WeTWo polar expedition with Dwayne Fields and Phoebe Smith. Francesca Turauskis is joined by Outside: Our Way creator Ani Patas, Black Girls Hike regional leader Oge Ejizu and endurance cyclist and creator of The Adventure Shed Vedangi Kulkarni. READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE CTA: - Think of one new climate conscious action...
Afghanistan’s outdoor connections, gender disparity in mountain sports, and uptake in outdoors use
August 30, 2021 10:47 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBFrancesca Turauskis is joined by Outside: Our Way creator Ani Patas, Founder of Our Shared Outdoors Kirsty Pallas and endurance cyclist and creator of The Adventure Shed Vedangi Kulkarni. Topics covered include Afghanistan’s outdoors connections and how we can support as a community; gender disparity in mountain sports and initiatives to help; reactions to big numbers of people enjoying the outdoors, and path erosion. READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE CTA: NEWS: Outdoor Organisations in Afg...
Responses to racism on Ben Nevis, the ethics of horses in sport, and thoughts on outdoors festivals
August 15, 2021 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this episode, host Francesca Turauskis is joined by All The Elements Founder Soraya Abdel-Hadi, Black Girls Hike London Leader Oge Ejizu and Outside Our Way creator Ani Patas. Topics covered include the responses from the outdoors community (both individuals and groups) after a racist stunt on Ben Nevis; whether horses should be used in outdoors and competitive sports following controversies at the Olympics; and our opinions on outdoors festivals. READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE INDIVID...
Responses to racism on Ben Nevis, the ethics of horses in sport, and thought on outdoors festivals
August 15, 2021 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBIn this episode, host Francesca Turauskis is joined by All The Elements Founder Soraya Abdel-Hadi, Black Girls Hike London Leader Oge Ejizu and Outside Our Way creator Ani Patas. Topics covered include the responses from the outdoors community (both individuals and groups) after a racist stunt on Ben Nevis; whether horses should be used in outdoors and competitive sports following controversies at the Olympics; and our opinions on outdoors festivals. READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE INDIVID...
The Olympics outdoors, water safety and a new beach wheelchair scheme
July 30, 2021 01:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBThis pilot episode of On The Outside features Black Girls Hike London Leader Oge Ejizu, handcyclist Neil Russell and LGBQTA swim group leader Eden Elgeti. We talk about the new adventure sports in the Olympics, Becky Meyers having to withdraw from the Paralympics, and controversies around the length of women’s shorts and the Soul Cap for afro hair. We also talk about water safety following 31 deaths in water in the last month, Southern Water dumping sewage in the seas, and how adaptive whee...
Welcome to On The Outside: Diverse views on outdoors news
July 15, 2021 06:15 - 3 minutes - 2.23 MBWe need to talk about the outdoors. Not just the epic stories, but the important news, the big events and the social issues that permeate the whole of the outdoors. On The Outside is for anyone who spends their time outdoors in the UK and wants to engage in the wider outdoor community. Each episode, a diverse panel of enthusiasts and experts from a range of outdoors sports discuss the news stories that matter to them. We'll look at everything from specific sports news, to headline stories a...