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When I took a break from podcasting during the initial lockdown in early 2020, I didn't realize or plan for it to turn into a 21 month break. While it lasted significantly longer than planned, I learned an immense about my own energy output, managing my nervous system, how to sustain creative projects and step into new ventures and identities, and a lot (I mean a lot) about forgiveness.

Mason Strehl is an outstanding outdoor photographer, taught himself graphic design, self published his online field journal, and a few other surprise hats (like managing a hip hop group?!) Why? Because why not. When you do something because you love it or want to get better at it - it tends to work out! Check out his website below http://masonstrehl.com/ And if you want to start your own show - DM me! https://bit.ly/Iwanttostartapodcast

We're in a global slowdown and trust me, I know how confronting this is. We collectively aren't good at the slow down, especially those of us who define ourselves by how we play outside. ESPECIALLY if that includes adrenalin based sports! Embrace your inner kook on this and look at the slowdown just like anything else you've added to your toolkit. This will positively benefit everything you do in life... if you let it.  And for those of you looking to start your own podcast during this time - DM me! Press Play Podcast Course is 50% for a few more days! bit.ly/Iwanttostartapodcast

Issy, a professional kiteboarder based in Hood River, had a different upbringing than most, growing up on a coffee farm in in Kenya. She discovered the sport before college, attended one semester and decided to peruse kiting despite being new to the sport and having no gear of her own. She now competes on a professional level around the world! We talk about discovering our own version of success, managing mental and emotional states, finding gratitude, and the wild ride of manifesting life on our terms.

Caroline Gleich is a professional skier, ski mountaineer, (who grew up in the midwest by the way), climate activist, advocate for women rising in the outdoors, boardrooms and life overall, and so much more. She's unstoppable. In this episode we cover her childhood exposure to the skiing and the outdoors, her ACL injury and follow through with climbing Mt. Everest, and some of the dynamics with her teammate (now husband) Rob Lea. Use the code "common30" and treat yo'self at www.Stanley-pmi.com

Ilanna started her photography journey at Momentum's "Exposure" summer photo camp, and now her photos are consistently found in publications like Forecast Magazine, showcase event's like the Deep Winter challenge in Whistler, countless marketing campaigns with brands, and so much more.  We chat about how she got started, persistence, collaborating to make magic happen, and BEING your business back at the 2019 Outdoor Retailer tradeshow. www.ilannabarkusky.com/ www.stanley-pmi.com "common30"

Over the years Curtis found his way from Florida to Indonesia. A traveler, surfer, scuba diver, biologist, environmentalist and now in charge of marketing and events at Drifter Surf and Cafe in Uluwatu, Bali - Curtis has a unique perspective of what it's like to be an environmentalist in a foreign country. We talk about the importance of outdoor shops as a hub for the outdoor "drifter" community and the importance of being a "part-time fanatic" - to both protect AND enjoy these places.

This fall I spent a month in Bali and at the tail end of the trip, I was lucky to link up with Nyoman for a few dives! Nyoman started his own scuba diving business which is nothing short of a miracle due to his family being of the lowest caste system in Bali. His mission is to pay forward good karma to the community for anyone desiring a job and a better life through becoming a scuba dive instructor. If you fancy scuba diving yourself head over to Bali and visit http://letsdivetulamben.com/ !

Holy smokes a year?! Thank you to everyone for following along, to every guest thus far, and to Stanley for your support!  In this episode, I tell some wacky stories of the last month, what I've been up to in the radio silence (I promise it's worth it).  Be sure to swing by www.Stanley-pmi.com and use the code "common30" - let's get things that are built to last (on purpose). 

Anna Tedesco is all of that and a cup o' tea. Skier, paraglider, dancer, mountain biker, kiteboarder, effortless cook, van-lifer, fun haver, fun giver, dancer, groover, the list is endless. She tells all about moving west, building her van, sleeping in mechanics parking lots, co-founding the Wander Women Collective, AND she has been a pivotal role in getting this podcast started! Embrace trial and error and keep rolling! Don't forget to treat yourself to a Stanley item w/ code "common30"

Mike Rogge reminds us that stories MOVE people, and how important human connection is. In the ski industry, he's worn MANY hats. Prior to that, he was a "regular east coast kid that was kind of good at English." He found himself out west *because of a BOOK!* and let his two passions merge into his current reality. Meaningful storytelling simply cannot be faked or shortcut. And why would you want to do that anyway? Pick up a new treasure to fill with memories at Stanley with the code "common30"

It is WAY too easy to forget everything we've overcome. And WAY too easy to compare where we are to anyone else's level with sports. And I definitely did this at first with podcasting! So I created a course to help. If you've been toying with the idea of starting your OWN show - Join me in the "PRESS PLAY- Podcast Course!" Email me katie@thecommonstith.com or Visit - http://bit.ly/pressplaypodcast And grab yourself a Stanley with the "common30" code

Vaughn has 30 + years experience in archaeology specifically in Cedar Mesa in Southern Utah. He founded one of the original outdoor / climbing shops in Colorado & later became a backcountry hiking guide - Far Out Expeditions. Vaughn cues us into ongoings with Bears Ears, the balance of access to public lands & protect4ed areas without loving them to death, & the importance of getting young people outside, curious, & in awe. And don't forget to use "common30" on your next lifelong Stanley purchase!

Rachael Burks is pretty much synonymous with STOKE. We speak about her getting into the professional freeride world, bumps along the way, and stoke on the community overall. It takes a lot to make this life work - AND it comes with inspiring ripple effects that can transform communities and relationships with the outdoors. Use the code "common30" at Stanley to save on the thermos etc... that you'll likely bring with you teaching your grandkids how to ski. And check out the Billy Poole Foundation!

Anyone that knows Tashi, knows he is a COMPLETE goof. That's the PG version. He's a mad scientist, goofball, full send'er. He grew up kayaking, skiing, climbing and beyond at an age far earlier than most AND he's a professional research assistant in pursuit of medical school and a Ph.D. He (and his parents) are real-life examples that it's possible to pursue a serious professional career, not lose yourself in the process, and get after it outside IN A BIG WAY.

Nick Martini & friends founded STEPT, making a name for themselves in the ski film industry at first. What started as a passion project unfolded into a career molded by the mindset, temperament, and skillsets that urban skiing and co-creating with the elements provide. Somewhere along the way, the dorm room editing bay in Boulder became the L.A. Studio - complete with mini ramp, open workspace, a fully-fledged team of creative, production, and post genius. www.steptstudios.com www.Vault.rentals

SEND IT Cynthia Johnson is a professional freeskier and free spirit. After creating this persona, an injury put her on crutches for the majority of the year. This new space in her life led her to question - what is her identity without skiing? Who is she when she isn't the athlete, hucking off snow covered cliffs? This is a VERY common question when injuries keep us from what we love - or any event that shakes up the way we view ourselves. Find her @senditcynthia on Instagram to follow her journey! And for the SHIFT program inquiries - DM @katiedhitchcock!

Wes is the peter pan adventure man of the Gorge, Bozeman and I'm sure anywhere he decides to spend his time. Mountain biking, kayaking, snowboarding, skiing, kiting, paragliding, climbing, search and rescue, YOU NAME IT - Wes has jumped in with both feet. He's not a sponsored athlete, yet he's lead a life that prioritizing learning through the school of extreme sports for two decades.

Erika Vikander is a phenomenal snowboarder. During the qualifying rounds of the Sochi Olympics, she injured her knee, recovered and decided to give freeride a try. Well, she immediately qualified for the Freeride World Tour. We talk about the tour, injuries, coaching AND we get to (really) nerd out on the benefits of mindfulness, breath-work, essential oils, and manifestation.  The inner work it takes to get there can be a real bitch to see and work through, but it's ABSOLUTELY worth it in the end.

Bill Groff has witnessed Moab transform from a mining town to an outdoor mecca. After the mining industry collapsed, Bill, his brother, and their father decided to found Rim Cyclery. They were the ONLY outdoor shop in Moab for 10 years and then... well the rest is history. We cover his background, the birth of the Fat Tire Festival, the Slick Rock Trail and subsequently mountain biking as we know it. We also get into the effects that massive growth and seasonal tourism have had on the small town.