Outdoor Minimalist
245 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsA podcast raising awareness through conversation, information, and mindfulness regarding some of the most important environmental issues of our time. The goal of Outdoor Minimalist is to give outdoor enthusiasts and outdoor companies tools they can use to change their behavior when engaging in outdoor recreation to lower their overall environmental impact.
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130. Harvesting Nature: Culinary Conservation and Ethical Hunting with Justin Townsend
April 22, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBIn episode 130 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we introduce the idea of Culinary Conservation. Forewarning: if you haven’t eaten or are hungry now, you’ll be starving by the end of this episode. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Justin Townsend to explore the wonders of culinary conservation and discuss his view of ethical hunting and foraging practices. Justin, a tribal member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, is an avid hunter, angler, writer, and former restaurant chef whose...
Recreate Responsibly this Earth Day by Following the Leave No Trace 7 Principles
April 20, 2024 22:25 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBCelebrate this Earth Day by getting outside and following the Leave No Trace seven principles. Earth Day is the perfect opportunity to enjoy our planet’s beauty, while considering how to preserve it for generations to come. As part of this effort, NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) trains casual adventurers and park rangers alike in the 7 principles of Leave No Trace to minimize our impact in the wilderness. Today, I am joined by Shannon Rochelle, the NOLS InterimExpedition and Le...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: Are PFAS-Free Products Possible?
April 17, 2024 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBIt seems that many brands are moving in the right direction in terms of phasing PFAS out of their products, but one of the many aspects complicating this process is the potential for contamination. In this episode, we hear directly from leading outdoor industry brands like Keen, Outdoor Research, Fjallraven, and Houdini Sportswear alongside scientists and environmental epidemiologists about how and why PFAS spreads and contaminates products so easily. Guests featured in this episode: - ...
129. Are Compostable Plastics Greenwashing? with Brandon Leeds
April 15, 2024 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn episode 129 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we return to a highly requested topic area on the show: product packaging. By now, we all know that plastic is a problem, but what are the alternatives? And how can we as consumers really know if other single-use packaging options are as green as they say they are? Well, we answer those questions and many more with the founder of SOFi Products, Brandon Leeds. SOFi Products is an innovative manufacturer of sustainable paper products. The...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: Phasing Out PFAS in US Apparel
April 10, 2024 08:04 - 35 minutes - 33.2 MBAs we learned in earlier episodes, phase-out and regulatory efforts for PFAS were not swift, and they certainly are not complete. However, because of the recent regulatory changes on consumer goods, specifically in California, many US-based outdoor brands and chemical companies have finally committed to removing PFAS from their products. Guests featured in this episode: - Greg Brietmier, Mystery Ranch - Mike Schade, Toxic Free Future - Ammi Borenstein, Snaplinc Consultin...
128. An Inside Look at Sawyer's Clean Water Projects with Katie "Oats" Houston
April 08, 2024 17:02 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIn episode 128 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I chatted with Katie Houston about Sawyer's clean water projects. Sawyer is a pioneering water filtration company with a rich history spanning over three decades, dedicated to providing innovative solutions for clean water access worldwide. Established in 1984, Sawyer has continuously evolved its product line, offering a range of advanced filtration systems designed for outdoor adventures, emergency preparedness, and humanitarian aid. Fro...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: European Companies Are Far Ahead
April 03, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBThe goal of this series is to provide useful information for consumers regarding PFAS, specifically within the outdoor industry, but also for those of us working in the industry. I learned from every single person that I interviewed and talked to about the topic of PFAS, and one of the patterns I noticed during production was that most of the European brands like Jack Wolfskin, Fjallraven, and Houdini Sportswear were early adopters of phasing PFAS out of their products. As early as 2009, s...
127. A Call to the Outdoor Industry: We Need to do More and Make Less with Rick Saez
April 01, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBEpisode 127 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast is an open letter to the outdoor industry—a call to action to do more and make less. If you’ve followed this podcast for a while, you know we are all about environmental action. While I believe individuals can make a difference to achieve more significant impacts, we need the industry to lead the way and decide to do better for the future of our planet and the younger generations. I had a blast chatting with Rick Saez for this episode. While ...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: Did We Ever Need PFAS in Our Outdoor Gear?
March 25, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBAs more regulations come into play, many outdoor brands have moved the needle and promised to phase PFAS out of their products and apparel by 2025. While this is great news, what’s curious as a consumer is that alternative chemistry has existed for quite some time. Brands like Nikwax never needed to use harmful chemicals to achieve waterproof capabilities, and now Nikwax is one brand leading the charge with industry-wide innovations with cleaner chemistry. In later episodes, we will exp...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: The Rise and Limitations of PFAS Regulations
March 18, 2024 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBRegulatory efforts across the globe have been pushing for removing certain types of PFAS in specific product categories. Still, there are many limitations, and regulators often receive pushback from chemical companies. In episode four of the Forever Chemicals ten-part podcast series, we break down the increase of PFAS regulation in the US and the EU, along with the limitations we face in the pursuit of cleaner chemistry. Subscribe to the Forever Chemicals Podcast to hear the full series: ...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: PFAS in the Outdoor Industry: A Performance Chemistry
March 11, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBIn episode three of the Forever Chemicals ten-part podcast series, we give an overview of how PFAS is used in modern-day production, and get an inside look at why it became a performance chemistry in the outdoor industry. Subscribe to the Forever Chemicals Podcast to hear the full series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forever-chemicals/id1724693010 Guests featured in this episode: - Mike Schade, Toxic Free Future - Ammi Borenstein, Snaplinc Consulting - Arlene Blum,...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: A Brief History of How PFAS Poisoned the World
March 10, 2024 18:36 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBPFAS are a large class of chemicals that have been used since the late 1930s. What makes them particularly hazardous is that they are persistent and difficult to break down. That means all the PFAS that have even been created still exist today. In the first episode of this ten-part series, we learned the history of how PFAS was created. In episode two, we get a better understanding of just how dangerous PFAS chemicals are and how a series of lawsuits brought these health hazards to light. ...
FOREVER CHEMICALS: From Atomic Bombs to Teflon Pans, How the PFAS Controversy Began
March 04, 2024 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBIn the first episode of this ten-part series, we explore where PFAS came from and how it became a prevalent part of our consumer products. While the innovation of this class of chemicals has been astoundingly effective in applications like firefighting foams, waterproof rain jackets, and Teflon pans, our appetite for convenience created a toxic chemistry we may have to live with forever. In the next episode of Forever Chemicals, we dive deeper into how the controversy surrounding PFAS gre...
126. Is rPET a Viable Alternative to Down Insulation? with Joe Diogirolamo
February 19, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIn episode 126 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we look at using recycled polyester as insulation. While polyester has its fair share of problems, we explore if there are ways that we can use it sustainably, like removing ocean-bound plastics from the environment and making them into something new. To break down the ins and outs of developing recycled insulation, I had the pleasure of hosting Joe DiGirolamo, the Director of Sales for North America for Thermore. Thermore manufacturers be...
126. Is rPET a Viable Alternative to Down Insulation? with Joe DiGirolamo
February 19, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIn episode 126 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we look at using recycled polyester as insulation. While polyester has its fair share of problems, we explore if there are ways that we can use it sustainably, like removing ocean-bound plastics from the environment and making them into something new. To break down the ins and outs of developing recycled insulation, I had the pleasure of hosting Joe DiGirolamo, the Director of Sales for North America for Thermore. Thermore manufacturers be...
125. The Gear Breakdown Every Parent Needs with Karissa and Kailey Tuthill
February 12, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn episode 125 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we return to the world of epic parenting. At least that's what I call it because outdoor parents are badass, and I have to say it. I've only had one other episode dedicated to bringing kids outside and on outdoor adventures, and actually, that came out just a few weeks ago: episode 121– how having a baby changed the way I play outside with Jocey Newman. This current episode can be seen as building on that topic and expanding into a bit more...
Forever Chemicals Coming March 2024
February 05, 2024 18:00 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBIn this new ten-part series, we sat down with countless experts from brands like Fjallraven and Outdoor Research along with scientists, lawyers, and law makers that all have a stake in how PFAS is used, and how it is now being eliminated. Over the course of ten episodes, we’ll investigate the origins, rise, and now phase out of the forever chemicals PFAS (previously known as PFCs). With more companies beginning to understand the dangers of these commonly used chemicals, they’re being phased...
124. Build a Community of Activists with Mitch Stevens and Russell Lowes
February 05, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn episode 124 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we explore what it means to be an activist and environmental advocate and how to build a community around conservation. To me, being an activist and environmentalist is simply a part of life. They're not a hobby or second thought because I've always had a strong sense of justice no matter where I lived or the community present in my life. As I've gotten older, I've begun to realize that community makes a huge difference in our mental health...
123. Fish Nerds Chat Outdoor Minimalism with Meg
January 29, 2024 08:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBEpisode 123 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast is brought to you courtesy of Fish Nerds. The Fish Nerds Podcast is the fishing podcast for anyone who wants to fish better, laugh more, and learn a little. We talk about fish, fishing and eating fish. With a focus on conservation and sustainability. The show is usually funny, always interesting, and mostly true! Before we get to my Fish Nerds interview, I want to shout out one last reminder to all of my amazing listeners: The Outdoor Minimal...
122. Becoming Ultralight: A Long Distance Backpacker's Lessons in Gear with Sarah Berkeley
January 22, 2024 16:53 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBIn episode 122 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we’re going ultralight. We haven’t explored ultralight backpacking on this show for several reasons before, and one of those reasons is that I don’t know much about it! It is a topic that many listeners are interested in learning more about, so I was excited to invite an experienced ultralight hiker and entrepreneur onto the show to share about her journey to becoming an ultralight, long-distance hiker. Sarah Berkeley started Symbiosis Ge...
121. How Having a Baby Changed the Way I Play Outside with Jocey Newman
January 15, 2024 16:48 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBIn episode 121 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I sat down to talk to an entrepreneur, world traveler, and devoted mother about how, throughout her life, the way she gets outside has changed. We all enter new seasons of life, and our circumstances greatly influence how we spend time outdoors. Having children is always a significant change, and as someone who does not have children, I was so excited to hear firsthand how more families can continue to get outside and help their children sa...
COMING SOON Forever Chemicals
January 08, 2024 18:06 - 2 minutes - 2.29 MBIn this new ten-part series, we sat down with countless experts from brands like Fjallraven and Outdoor Research along with scientists, lawyers, and law makers that all have a stake in how PFAS is used, and how it is now being eliminated. Over the course of ten episodes, we’ll investigate the origins, rise, and now phase out of the forever chemicals PFAS (previously known as PFCs). With more companies beginning to understand the dangers of these commonly used chemicals, they’re being phased...
120. Building a Healthier Relationship with Food (On and Off the Trail) with Heather Kelly
January 08, 2024 08:05 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBIn episode 120 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we’re exploring a topic that has been on my mind throughout 2023 and now as we enter 2024. I’ve been reading the book Reclaiming Body Trust, and it has made me rethink and evaluate my relationship with food and my body on a deeper level. Especially entering the season of New Year's resolutions, I think it is essential to consider how we can build a healthy relationship with food and with our perception of ourselves. That’s why I sat down ...
119. UBCO Explains Their Low Impact Electric Adventure Bikes with Joey Pleich
January 01, 2024 19:53 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn episode 119 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we enter the biking world. I am an avid cyclist, mostly with gravel biking, so when I learned about electric adventure bikes, I raised my eyebrows a bit. First of all, I didn’t know what they were. Were they like e-bikes? Are they electric motorcycles? And they weren’t going to be good for the environments they’re used in, right? Well, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that some electric adventure bikes set out to design a mode of...
118. Best of 2023
December 26, 2023 17:17 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBFor the year's final episode, episode 118, we've picked out our top-ranking episodes of 2023 to recap and return to some of our listener's favorite conversations. We release an episode every Monday, so many other amazing episodes are available beyond these five, but if this is your first time listening, this is an excellent place to start. Looking back on 2023, I want to thank all our listeners for making this our best year yet. We've grown a lot this past year, and I am excited to see wha...
117. How Smartwool Prioritizes Circularity in Their Design with Alicia Chin and Sue Jesch
December 18, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39.6 MBIn episode 117 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we set out to answer the question: what does circularity look like when designing products? To provide real-life examples and experiences of how they’ve implemented more sustainable operations and moved towards a more circular product design, I had the pleasure of hosting Alicia Chin and Sue Jesch from Smartwool. Alicia Chin is the Director of Sustainability and Social Impact for emerging brands at VF Corporation—Altra, icebreaker, and Sm...
116. Must Have Wilderness First Aid Knowledge For Your Next Trip with Camilo Barcenas
December 11, 2023 16:56 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBIn episode 116 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I was introduced to an innovative app perfect for life on and off the trail. GOES is an award-winning outdoor safety app co-founded by wilderness medicine expert Dr. Grant Lipman and healthcare tech innovator Camilo Barcenas. Dr. Lipman is a former professor of emergency medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine and was director of its wilderness medicine fellowship. He’s a leader in wilderness medicine and has published numerous r...
115. Buying Used vs Made from Recycled Materials: What's More Sustainable? with Emme Hayes
December 04, 2023 17:41 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBIn episode 115 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I sat down to chat with Emme Hayes, the founder of Articles in Common. During our conversation, we learned a lot about one another and just how much we actually had in common, including our thoughts on buying used gear and keeping products in circulation for as long as possible. Since buying used is a topic I’ve explored with other guests in the past, it was fun to take a new direction with Emme and compare how recycling gear and textiles may...
114. Q&A with Meg
November 27, 2023 20:36 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBIn episode 114 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I am answering some listener questions. I sometimes get questions from listeners via DMs on Instagram; they’ll comment on a post or submit a question to my website contact box, or, more recently, I sent a form in the weekly newsletter asking what some listener questions may be. If you ever have a question related to the show, please contact me! Some of my favorite interviews have come from listener questions because if I can’t answer the qu...
113. Can We Change How We Grow Food? with Dr. Elizabeth Hillborn
November 20, 2023 16:29 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MBIn episode 113 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I interview author Elizabeth Hillborn, about her new book Restoring Eden. The book is at once a riveting environmental detective story, an inspiring account of citizen advocacy, and a gorgeous ode to the fragile ecosystems that nourish us, both physically and spiritually. Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn is a veterinarian who specializes in honey bee medicine. She uses her veterinary training and broad scientific expertise to shine a light on the inter...
113. Can We Change How We Grow Food? with Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn
November 20, 2023 16:29 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MBIn episode 113 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I interview author Elizabeth Hilborn, about her new book Restoring Eden. The book is at once a riveting environmental detective story, an inspiring account of citizen advocacy, and a gorgeous ode to the fragile ecosystems that nourish us, both physically and spiritually. Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn is a veterinarian who specializes in honey bee medicine. She uses her veterinary training and broad scientific expertise to shine a light on the interc...
112. Does It Matter If I Pick Up My Dog’s Poop or Not? with Rose Seemann
November 13, 2023 15:54 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBIn episode 112 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we will be talking a whole lot of shit. Our focus today is on a topic that I care deeply about, and I spend a lot of time thinking about it because I have three large dogs: dog poop. More specifically, we discuss the reasons why we all should be picking up our dog’s poop and the best ways to dispose of it once we do. To help lead this conversation, I am excited to introduce Rose Seemann. The owner and operator of EnviroWagg, a company ded...
111. Phasing Out PFAS in Outdoor Equipment with Fjallraven
November 06, 2023 15:18 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MBIn episode 111 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we introduce the highly requested topic of PFAS. You’ll get an inside look into how and why companies have chosen to use PFAS in the past and how one company has phased out the chemical to better align their products with their commitment to a better outdoor experience and a more sustainable future. There’s much to be said about this subject, and honestly, there’s far too much to cover in just one episode. That’s why I am excited to announc...
110. Everything You Need to Know About Composting Toilets with Lukas Gräf
October 30, 2023 16:52 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBIn episode 110 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I am excited to introduce Lukas Gräf, the US Head of Growth and Expansion for Trelino. Trelino produces composting toilets perfect for camping, vanlife, boating, tiny houses, and more! If you’re curious about how composting toilets work, if they’re worth investing in for travel and tiny living, this is the episode for you. At the end of 2018, Lukas moved to his hometown, Cologne, Germany, and joined the team at STARTPLATZ as the COO and lat...
109. How to Organize a Sustainable Running Event with Brian Mister
October 23, 2023 15:57 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBIn episode 109 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we discuss how running events, whether trail or city courses, can become more sustainable, reduce waste, and be more inclusive for their communities. To help me do that, I sat down to chat with Brian Mister. Brian Mister (he/him) is the co-founder of Around the Crown 10K, presented by Truist (ATC10K), founded in 2018. While working for major event producers in Charlotte, including the U.S. National Whitewater Center prior to creating ATC10K,...
108. Why We Need to Be Wild with Jessica Carew Kraft
October 16, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MB“Why would anyone want to learn the wild skills of our ancient ancestors today, when our lives are full of advanced technologies, quick conveniences, and the joys of instant communication? What could their Paleolithic wisdom have to offer us when a blockchain digital utopia is on our horizon?” That is the opening paragraph of the book Why We Need to be Wild: One Woman’s Quest for Ancient Human Answers to 21st Century Problems and are the questions that author Jessica Carew Kraft sets out to...
107. Sustainable RV Living: Renovations, Gear, and Community with Kristen Sara and Siya Zarrabi
October 09, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn episode 107, we discuss a part of the outdoor industry that we don’t usually discuss: RV living and travel. There have been a few episodes about vanlife and overlanding, and since so many people choose RVs, trailers, and vans as their mode of transit or even as a full-time home, it only makes sense to explore how to do it sustainably. I have never lived in a camper trailer or an RV, so when I discovered Kristen Sara and Siya Zarrabi’s Hopscotch the Globe brand, I knew I wanted to hear t...
106. Make Trail Food Fun, Functional, and Affordable with Chef Corso
October 02, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBIn episode 106 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we return to a topic that most of us likely love (I know I do): food. Trail food is something that brings me a lot of joy when I’m out in the backcountry, and it is also something that can quickly boost my morale as I hike. It gives me something to look forward to on those final miles before I reach camp and is a place to build connection and community in many other settings. Still, camp food can be a real downer sometimes. I know that I’ve...
105. Creating Inclusive Outdoor Spaces in Rural Areas with Kristen Neithercut
September 25, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBMeg is walking around in the Badlands of South Dakota, the land of the Oglala Lakota Tribe, so it’s me, Alex, gracing you with an intro this week! In episode 105 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, Meg explores how rural communities can build more inclusive outdoor spaces. To do this, she sat down to chat with Kristen Neithercut, cofounder of the Montana-based nonprofit the female climbers collective. Kristen and the rest of the board members are on a mission to help create more inclusive o...
105. Creating Inclusive Outdoor Spaces in Rural Areas
September 25, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBMeg is walking around in the Badlands of South Dakota, the land of the Oglala Lakota Tribe, so it’s me, Alex, gracing you with an intro this week! In episode 105 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, Meg explores how rural communities can build more inclusive outdoor spaces. To do this, she sat down to chat with Kristen Neithercut, cofounder of the Montana-based nonprofit the female climbers collective. Kristen and the rest of the board members are on a mission to help create more inclusive o...
104. Finding the Right Trails for Your Needs
September 18, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes - 33.3 MBIn episode 104 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we dive into how to identify your needs when choosing a hiking trail. There are many online resources and ways to discover new trails, but who is making those trail recommendations and writing the reviews? Sometimes, finding a trail that suits your needs is hard, especially if you’re hiking with dogs, children, or have any disability. Even as we age, our needs in trail maintenance, difficulty, and length will likely change. Then, finding the...
104. Finding the Right Trails for Your Needs with Hope Rowan
September 18, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes - 33.3 MBIn episode 104 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we dive into how to identify your needs when choosing a hiking trail. There are many online resources and ways to discover new trails, but who is making those trail recommendations and writing the reviews? Sometimes, finding a trail that suits your needs is hard, especially if you’re hiking with dogs, children, or have any disability. Even as we age, our needs in trail maintenance, difficulty, and length will likely change. Then, finding the...
103. One Shirt for Every Adventure with Jen Loofburrow
September 11, 2023 20:28 - 32 minutes - 30.4 MBHow does minimalism fit into your outdoor adventure wardrobe? Is it possible to have one shirt that works for every one of your adventures? In episode 103 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we aim to answer those questions. To do that, I sat down with founder and adventurist Jen Loofburrow to see how and why she created a company whose goal is to reduce the number of apparel items you buy. Jen loves long adventures outdoors, self-propelled by foot, pedal, paddle, or ski. She launched t...
103. One Shirt for Every Adventure
September 11, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 30.4 MBHow does minimalism fit into your outdoor adventure wardrobe? Is it possible to have one shirt that works for every one of your adventures? In episode 103 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we aim to answer those questions. To do that, I sat down with founder and adventurist Jen Loofburrow to see how and why she created a company whose goal is to reduce the number of apparel items you buy. Jen loves long adventures outdoors, self-propelled by foot, pedal, paddle, or ski. She launched t...
102. How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster with Brad Greer
September 05, 2023 01:14 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBWe talk a lot about how we impact the environment on this show, but what about how the natural world impacts us? It is no secret that climate change has upped the ante regarding extreme weather events and natural disasters. This summer alone, I have experienced some of the effects of wildfires in the PNW. There have been countless hurricanes, and in all of these situations, people and homes are lost. That’s why, in episode 102 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we provide resources to pr...
102. How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster
September 04, 2023 14:49 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBWe talk a lot about how we impact the environment on this show, but what about how the natural world impacts us? It is no secret that climate change has upped the ante regarding extreme weather events and natural disasters. This summer alone, I have experienced some of the effects of wildfires in the PNW. There have been countless hurricanes, and in all of these situations, people and homes are lost. That’s why, in episode 102 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we provide resources to pr...
101. How Sustainable (and Ethical) is Wool? with Mike Sombery
August 29, 2023 01:19 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBIn episode 101 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get into the nitty gritty of wool production and answer the question: How sustainable and ethical is wool? Wool is a widely used natural fiber in the outdoor industry. From socks to sweaters, people have relied on wool materials to keep them warm and safe in even the most extreme weather. As more of us gravitate away from synthetic materials and try to find more sustainable natural fibers that perform well, we might prefer wool. But is...
101. How Sustainable (and Ethical) is Wool?
August 28, 2023 14:57 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBIn episode 101 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we get into the nitty gritty of wool production and answer the question: How sustainable and ethical is wool? Wool is a widely used natural fiber in the outdoor industry. From socks to sweaters, people have relied on wool materials to keep them warm and safe in even the most extreme weather. As more of us gravitate away from synthetic materials and try to find more sustainable natural fibers that perform well, we might prefer wool. But is...
EPISODE 100
August 21, 2023 17:06 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB100 episodes - I can't believe we are here! The podcast has been out for almost two years now, and while we've missed a week or two here and there, you've joined us every Monday to explore a new topic about minimalism, outdoor recreation, and being outside. THANK YOU Getting to 100 episodes is something that only about 10% of podcasts achieve in their lifetime, and I couldn't have done it without all of you. Each week I show up and interview another expert in the outdoor industry, and wit...
99. How Sustainable is Vanlife? with Dave Santillo
August 15, 2023 04:04 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBEpisode 99 - can you believe that we are almost to 100?! I certainly can’t! And we have a special 100th episode next week featuring the rest of the Outdoor Minimalist team, Alex and Ethan. When I started the podcast, I was afraid I’d run out of ideas and wouldn’t have enough to discuss. I’ve been so blessed throughout my writing and podcasting journey to have met some amazing people and interviewed countless experts in the outdoor industry. Some of those people I met while I was traveling fo...