Feed Your Mountain Obsession

In this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, Spence chats with adventure addict & earth ambassador, Philip Cariaso Jr. aka Philip is Lost. Spence met Philip during his US travels a few years ago when they explored the legendary Havasupai in the Grand Canyon of Arizona. Philip is a committed explorer and constantly strives to showcase the possibilities of the great outdoors to his friends, new and old. In addition to his explorations, he is a notable dancer who often combines this medium within the context of nature. Discussions include getting started outdoors, passing out while hiking, waterfall explorations and how to be a kickass person. You can follow Philip on his Instagram @philipislost. Please note that a brief section of the podcast has some sound issues due to Skype; however, it is listenable and won't blow out your ear drums  For more information on Feed Your Mountain Obsession, please visit www.mountainobsession.com

In this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, the official podcast of the Global Mountain Tribe, Spence is joining by his fiance, Jenna, in a conversation with legendary explorer, Bruce Kirkby. Bruce’s adventures span many decades and include the first descent of the Blue Nile River, the first crossing of the Empty Quarter on Camels, vast Mongolia horse travels, 22 summers guiding in the Yukon and taking his young family from BC to India via every method, but planes. The latter was filmed for the Travel channel with 9 episodes entitled My Big Crazy Family Adventure. Bruce has authored 2 books including the international recognized ‘The Dolphin’s Tooth’. Bruce has been part of NatGeo expeditions and written for such outlets as Outside Magazine and the Globe and Mail. Discussions include the CANOL trail, adventuring with children, Instagram, long range horse adventures with a newborn and drastically changing course after university for a lifetime of adventure. More on Bruce can be found at www.brucekirkby.com. Follow Mountain Obsession on Instagram! www.instagram.com/feedyourmountainobsession.

Mountain Obsession is pleased to announce a partner episode with the Eco Not Ego podcast produced by Eco Not Ego International! During this episode, ENE co-founders, Spence (of Mountain Obsession) and Josie chat in depth with Julie Hiner of Just a Girl and A Bike notoriety! Julie has had an amazing journey of personal growth through intense, Tour De France style mountain biking; she started in her late 30s with no athletic ability and has pushed herself to new heights (literally). Discussions include conquering fears, never starting a dream too late and nutrition! You can find out more about Julie at www.justagirlandabike.com and you can order her book on Amazon! Find out more at www.mountainobsession.com and follow us on Instagram @mtobsession! THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.

During this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, we are stoked to present another round of GMTMs Speak; this is where Global Mountain Tribe Members answer your questions to inspire you, challenge you and amped you up! For this round, we invited Fallon Rowe of Utah onto the podcast. Fallon is a kickass female climber who has been pushing her limits in the mountains for quite some time now; from Fitz Roy in Patagonia to high-pointing 49 of the 50 states! Enjoy her wisdom and THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED. You can find more about Fallon on Instagram @FallonClimbs! Check us out @FeedYour MountainObsession and www.mountainobsession.com.

Welcome to our special edition series, Spirit Animal Explorer, 21st Century Personal Development Through Animal Energies, Interactions and Awarenesses, presented on the Feed Your Mountain Obsession podcast channel. On each episode of Spirit Animal Explorer, Mountain Obsession founder Spence chats with world renowned experts, guides, scientists, conservationists, shamans, adventurers and explorers to give you the tips, tools and tactics to integrate the power of animals into your life. Mountain Obsession truly believes that one of the most powerful paths of personal development is through spirit animals, wildlife interactions and by receiving animal awarenesses. On this episode, Spence chats with mind, body and soul practitioner, Skye Alexander. She has authored over 30 books on subjects ranging from tarot to sex including the seminal text, Spirit Animals, which is one of the most purchased books on the subject of Spirit Animals. Discussions include how cat and dog energies differ, how to tap into your animal guides, the basics of spirit animals and much, much more. You can find out more about Skye at www.skyealexander.com

Welcome to our special edition series, Spirit Animal Explorer, 21st Century Personal Development Through Animal Energies, Interactions and Awarenesses, presented on the Feed Your Mountain Obsession podcast channel. On each episode of Spirit Animal Explorer, Mountain Obsession founder Spence chats with world renowned experts, guides, scientists, conservationists, shamans, adventurers and explorers to give you the tips, tools and tactics to integrate the power of animals into your life. Mountain Obsession truly believes that one of the most powerful paths of personal development is through spirit animals, wildlife interactions and by receiving animal awarenesses. On this episode, Spence chats with an intuitive guide and animal educator named Laura Lassiter. Laura has worked with thousands of animals including spending time as a Big Cat communicator at the world’s foremost wildcat rescue facility. She works with dozens of modalities to enhance her work with physical and spirit animals. Discussions include mountain lion powers, bobcat wisdom, energy grids, raising children, finding the source and how to continue to grow your spirit animal practice. Find out more about Laura at www.lauralassiter.com!

In this episode, live from Jason’s Jeep, Jason Walchuck returns to chat about his adventure to see the recently reintroduced Banff Bison deep within Banff National Park. His crew were the first to observe the bison other than park rangers. The adventure involved grizzlies, eagles, lots of tracks, post-holing with snowshoes and some awesome information. Always a pleasure to have Mister Waterfall back on the podcast sharing his mountain stoke. Jason can be followed on Instagram @jasonwalchuck.

This is the second episode of GMTMs SPEAK, a unique format where Global Mountain Tribe Members (GMTMs) self-record answers to your questions! On this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, the legendary Julie Hiner returns! She answers everything from her inspirations to her toughest challenges. Choked full of applicable life lessons, you are sure to find some wisdom! Check out her answers and apply them for yourself if you so choose! You can find out more about Julie at www.justagirlandabike.com! Feel free to connect at spencer@mountainobsession.com. Of course and as always, THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.

In this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession we have mixed up the format: we’ve started to invite inspiring GMTMs (Global Mountain Tribe Members) onto the podcast to self-record answers to your questions! The purpose is to showcase how inspiring GMTMS are taking charge of their dreams and getting after it! In the first episode of GMTMs Speak, we are joined by artist and yogi Juliana Lavell! Juliana is an accomplished aerial yogi, 700 RYT yoga teacher, co-founder of Returning Home Retreats, amazing artist, nature lover and mom! You can find out more about Juliana at www.julianalavell.com, on Instagram: @yogini_unicorn777 and on Facebook when you search Juliana Lavell- Original Art! Pass along any comments to spencer@mountainobsession.com. THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.

In this episode of Feed Your #MountainObsession, Spence takes the podcast to the shores of Barrier Lake, Alberta to discuss 5 ways to challenge your outdoor perspective. As the rebranded mission of Mountain Obsession is to inspire unique outdoor perspectives, this is the perfect kick-off episode. Global Mountain Tribe Members (GMTs) are human - duh! - so we can often fall into the trap of perceiving, receiving and knowing nature and the outdoors in a set way. The way it has always been - the way we have been raised, trained and exposed. We often have built up limitations around what energy we can be and receive from the Great Outdoors. From discussing the perils of Instagramming everything to Tree Release Activation (TRA) and striking out on your first solo adventure, there is a nugget for every GMT member in this episode. Please share, write a review and send Spence an email at spencer@mountainobsession.com. Of course, Think Outside. No Box Needed.™

In this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, the legendary animal “attracter”, Mike “The Man” Walchuck returns to discuss how to see amazing wildlife on your mountain adventures. Discussions include spirit animals, pine martens, lots of owl stuff, staying safe in bear country and of course, how Knievel managed to spray himself with bear-spray. Some great laughs with an amazing mountain man and a fantastic friend. For more info, email us at spencer@mountainobsession.com. Stay safe out there!

In this mini-episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, Spence chats with Julie Hiner, a lady who discovered her true self on her bike. She is releasing her first book - Just a Girl and a Bike in a week. Mountain Obsession is thrilled with the content and highly recommends you check out the book! It is truly is a journey of discovery and proves that it is never too late to find your passion and FEED YOUR MOUNTAIN OBSESSION! spencer@mountainobsession.com   www.justagirlandabike.com  

In this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, Spence chats about what it means to create a Vision Board for 2017. He takes you through his vision board and chats about a variety of topics including Wim Hof, Bear Grylls, Exploring, The Yellowhead Highway, Staying Healthy, Hunting and Card Reading. His hope is that this podcast inspires you to create your own vision board and to get geared up for the New Year! spencer@mountainobsession.com

In this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, the podcast hosting duties are taken over by Julie Hiner. Julie is a friend of Mountain Obsession founder, Spence, and like many Global Mountain Tribe members, she was curious about his adventures. Discussions include nearly dying at the end of the earth, South America, spirit animals, depression in cities and the philosophy of Mountain Obsession. A big thank you to Julie! spencer@mountainobsession.com     

In this episode of Feed Your Mountain Obsession, the first in a few months, Spence discusses what occurred in 2016 for Mountain Obsession and his life. A large focus is placed on how Spence, the founder of Mountain Obsession, has been struggling with what he has coined ‘city stress’ and how this stress has led to ‘city induced depression’. Discussions include: how this has affected his life, his plans for conquering depression, admitting that yes, it can happen to you, how mountains and nature factor into healing and how crazy life can get. This is an accountability episode and we hope that it will give you - Mountain Obsessed junkie - something to consider on the trail. spencer@mountainobsession.com

In this mini episode, Spence briefly updates the Global Mountain Tribe on the direction of Mountain Obsession for the rest of the year. Please subscribe and stay tuned for more awesome podcasts! Episode Sponsors: Canprev Natural Health Products Visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast for all of our exclusive sponsor deals and promo codes, links and further info! Please support them - they help keep this podcast churning!  All questions, sponsorship inquires, potential guests etc. can be directed to podcast@mountainobsession.com For the very latest, visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast To become involved with Mountain Obsession, visit our Editors Wanted section. Conversely, drop us an email if you have a potential guest, or want to be on the podcast! If you dig the GMT, kindly leave a positive review on iTunes for the podcast - it helps us out immensely Mission: To inspire adventure, encourage environmental respect and promote living life to the fullest Music: http://teknoaxe.com #mountainobsession / #exploreeverything THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.

During this episode, Spence chats with Norman Goh. Norman is an adventurer from Toronto, Canada who prides himself on getting outside in order to decompress from the city life. While balancing a full time career as Canprev Natural Health Product’s VP of Marketing, Norman can be found cutting out the tags from his pants to save weight. In addition to being an amazing human-being, Norm chats candidly about nutrition on the trail, ultra-lighting and his adventures in Greenland. Guests: Norman Goh Episode Sponsors: Canprev Natural Health Products Visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast for all of our exclusive sponsor deals and promo codes, links and further info! Please support them - they help keep this podcast churning!  All questions, sponsorship inquires, potential guests etc. can be directed to podcast@mountainobsession.com For the very latest, visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast To become involved with Mountain Obsession, visit our Editors Wanted section. Conversely, drop us an email if you have a potential guest, or want to be on the podcast! If you dig the GMT, kindly leave a positive review on iTunes for the podcast - it helps us out immensely Mission: To inspire adventure, encourage environmental respect and promote living life to the fullest Music: http://teknoaxe.com #mountainobsession / #exploreeverything THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.

During this episode, Spence chats with Chic Scott. Chic is the foremost authority on Canadian Mountaineering history. He spent 8 years writing his masterpiece - Pushing the Limits - which details the history of Canadian mountains and mountaineering. in 1967, he was on the team that claimed the first winter ascent of Mount Assiniboine, which is the crown jewel of the Canadian Rockies. He has climbed Mount Logan, gone on dozens of expeditions, guided in the Alps and has written numerous books including the ski touring bible of Western Canada, Summits and Icefields. Today, at age 70, he is a story-telling legend and still gets out car camping. Discussions include the story of the first winter ascent of Big A, climbing in the Alps long before it was busy, why competition is killing humanity, Chic’s dislike of list and how to find yourself in the mountains. Guests: Chic Scott Episode Sponsors: Canprev Natural Health Products Visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast for all of our exclusive sponsor deals and promo codes, links and further info! Please support them - they help keep this podcast churning!  All questions, sponsorship inquires, potential guests etc. can be directed to podcast@mountainobsession.com For the very latest, visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast To become involved with Mountain Obsession, visit our Editors Wanted section. Conversely, drop us an email if you have a potential guest, or want to be on the podcast! If you dig the GMT, kindly leave a positive review on iTunes for the podcast - it helps us out immensely Mission: To inspire adventure, encourage environmental respect and promote living life to the fullest Music: http://teknoaxe.com #mountainobsession / #exploreeverything THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.

During this episode, Spence chats with Patrick Seymour, a Bragg Creek, Alberta based mountain runner. This is a podcast featuring an inspiring Global Mountain Tribe Member (GMTM) who isn’t instafamous, or sponsored. Patrick had always been an athlete, but more of your proto-typical Canadian hockey player type. Finding himself significantly heavier than he is currently, he decided to stop simply admiring the mountains and to go running in them. This evolved into Mountain Running and he hasn’t looked back. Discussions in this episode include finding the right motivation, training partners, the community of mountain running and why 32 is never to last to start crushing peaks. Guests: Patrick Seymour Episode Sponsors: Canprev Natural Health Products Visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast for all of our exclusive sponsor deals and promo codes, links and further info! Please support them - they help keep this podcast churning!  All questions, sponsorship inquires, potential guests etc. can be directed to podcast@mountainobsession.com For the very latest, visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast To become involved with Mountain Obsession, visit our Editors Wanted section. Conversely, drop us an email if you have a potential guest, or want to be on the podcast! If you dig the GMT, kindly leave a positive review on iTunes for the podcast - it helps us out immensely Mission: To inspire adventure, encourage environmental respect and promote living life to the fullest Music: http://teknoaxe.com #mountainobsession / #exploreeverything THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.

During this episode, Spence chats with Jamie Clarke, who is the co-founder of one of Canada’s largest online gear retailers, Live Out There. Jamie has an extensive history of mountaineering including summiting Everest twice, tagging the 7 summits and continually getting after it in his backyard: The Canadian Rockies. Jamie is an in demand speaker who oozes positivity and preaches the gospel of getting out there. He crossed the Empty Quarter in Oman with Bedouin guides and has published 2 books. Discussions in this episode include overcoming challenges, taking 4 cracks at Everest, changing poopy diapers like a rockstar, the characteristic of Grit and some of Jamie’s favourite gear. Guests: Jamie Clarke Episode Sponsors: Canprev Natural Health Products Visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast for all of our exclusive sponsor deals and promo codes, links and further info! Please support them - they help keep this podcast churning!  All questions, sponsorship inquires, potential guests etc. can be directed to podcast@mountainobsession.com For the very latest, visit www.mountainobsession.com/mopodcast To become involved with Mountain Obsession, visit our Editors Wanted section. Conversely, drop us an email if you have a potential guest, or want to be on the podcast! If you dig the GMT, kindly leave a positive review on iTunes for the podcast - it helps us out immensely Mission: To inspire adventure, encourage environmental respect and promote living life to the fullest Music: http://teknoaxe.com #mountainobsession / #exploreeverything THINK OUTSIDE. NO BOX NEEDED.