What role does curiosity play in shaping movement, interactions, and personal growth? The nuanced relationship between uncertainty and opportunity defines how we engage with challenges. “If you protect yourself from all uncertainty, maybe you are protecting yourself from falling down a well or getting eaten by a bear, but you’re also protecting yourself from love.”… more →

What unique insights and challenges arise from participating in World Chase Tag and how do they intersect with the broader culture and practices of parkour? This discussion explores the tension between preserving authenticity and adapting for mainstream appeal in parkour competitions. “Being playful, goofing around, is part of keeping your head in the game. And… more →

What insights and experiences are shared about balancing personal life, professional commitments, and community involvement in Parkour and humanitarian work? The journey from Washington, DC, to sabbatical in Scotland highlights the value of rest and self-reflection. “You don’t need to earn a break; you’re allowed to just take time off and breathe and enjoy your… more →

What makes bike racing a unique and transformative experience for individuals and communities? Bike racing is Joan Hanscom’s life; from racing for fun, to professionally organizing races, to running an entire bike racing organization, Joan has done it all. She talks about all things bike racing; from how she got started, to organizing, to the… more →

What insights can be gained from a 15-year journey with Parkour, including its challenges, influences, and personal growth? Parkour becomes a lens to explore passion, longevity, and the evolution of personal practice. “The thing with Parkour, we don’t have enough money in our industry right now to care enough about rehab and pre-hab… strength and… more →

What role do movement and Parkour play in personal growth and self-discovery? The journey from childhood play to structured Parkour reveals profound insights into discipline and self-development. “In order to be free, you have to do what you feel is the right thing, not just what you want to do the whole time.” ~ Pedro… more →

How does an obsession with movement shape personal practices and creative expression? Exploring movement extends beyond physicality into music, art, and mindfulness. “I try to listen to whatever my heart tells me to be doing.” ~ Andrew Obenreder (5:37) The conversation explores Andrew’s lifelong obsession with movement and its far-reaching impact on personal and creative… more →

What challenges and insights arise from navigating menopause, maintaining health, and balancing creative pursuits? Selene Yeager doesn’t shy away from topics other might avoid; in fact, she is leading the conversation around menopause. She shares her journey into creating a podcast about menopause, and her own experiences with menopause. Selene explains her thoughts on diet,… more →

What role does movement, particularly parkour, play in fostering personal growth, connection, and creativity? Playing tag on national television was never something Mike Araujo imagined when he started training parkour. He discusses his path in parkour and the opportunities he’s gained from it. Mike shares his experiences with World Chase Tag, and his thoughts on… more →

How do the experiences of deafness, architecture, and parkour intersect to influence design and accessibility? While it’s not immediately apparent that Jade Amber Ragoshke is unilaterally deaf, it is a defining factor for her life and work. She shares her experiences with deafness, learning about it, and adapting to it. Jade discusses architecture and her… more →

What motivates and defines meaningful conversations in podcasting, and how does preparation and intentionality shape these interactions? Doing the ‘same’ thing over 100 times seems like a lot, but feels like much less when each time is a unique and valuable experience. Craig discusses the process he uses to create space and have authentic conversations… more →

What drives personal growth, resilience, and connection in the face of challenges like health conditions and cultural transitions? Diagnosed at age 18, diabetes has simply been a fact of life for Josh Wit. He discusses traveling to Germany and his experiences training and living with diabetes. Josh unpacks why he loves workshops and training with… more →