130 episodes

Welcome to Inspire Campfire. A podcast where ordinary people tell their stories of extraordinary adventure. These are campfire stories meant to inspire the rest of us to light the fire within, get outside, follow our dreams and return to tell our own stories. Ready? Let’s strike the match…

Inspire Campfire Scott Wurtzbacher

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Welcome to Inspire Campfire. A podcast where ordinary people tell their stories of extraordinary adventure. These are campfire stories meant to inspire the rest of us to light the fire within, get outside, follow our dreams and return to tell our own stories. Ready? Let’s strike the match…

    Episode 131: A World Walk Towards Meaning with Tom Turcich

    Episode 131: A World Walk Towards Meaning with Tom Turcich

    Embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery with Tom Turcich, who set out on a quest for meaning by walking around the world. In 2022, Tom achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the 10th person on record to complete this epic journey. Spanning 38 countries over the course of 7 years and covering a staggering 28,000 miles, his adventure is nothing short of extraordinary.

    What makes it even more incredible is that Tom was accompanied by his loyal companion, Savannah, the first dog to ever walk around the world. Join us for a captivating conversation as we delve into the inspiring tale of their global odyssey.

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    • 56 min
    Episode 130: Leading the Clean Energy Transition with Mike Silvestrini

    Episode 130: Leading the Clean Energy Transition with Mike Silvestrini

    On this special Earth Day episode, we’re joined by Mike Silvestrini, Partner and Co-Founder of Energea - a company that makes investing in renewable energy accessible for everyone. Mike’s love for adventure has taken him all over the world including time spent with the Peace Corps. Through these experiences, Mike began to develop passion and skills within renewable energy initiatives to become a protector of the planet including the Big Life Foundation which protects over 1.6 million acres of wilderness in East Africa.

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    • 48 min
    Episode 129: Feeling The After Drop with Frank Wiseman

    Episode 129: Feeling The After Drop with Frank Wiseman

    Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Frank Wiseman, an acclaimed salesperson, lifestyle coach, and health advocate. In this captivating conversation, Frank takes us on a transformative journey of physical healing, recounting his remarkable experience scaling a mountain on a distant continent armed only with shorts and guided by the legendary Wim Hof. Get ready to be motivated and uplifted as Frank shares insights on resilience, holistic wellness, and the power of embracing challenges head-on.

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    • 50 min
    Episode 128: Wouldn’t It Be Amazing with Karen Darke and Dr. Jeffrey Gladden

    Episode 128: Wouldn’t It Be Amazing with Karen Darke and Dr. Jeffrey Gladden

    In this captivating episode, we are honored to welcome back two remarkable individuals, Karen Darke and Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, as they unite to embark on an extraordinary journey. Karen, a Paralympic gold medalist and intrepid adventurer, defies limitations with her awe-inspiring exploits across seven continents, despite being paralyzed from the chest down. Joining her is Dr. Gladden, a distinguished interventional cardiologist, founder of Gladden Longevity, esteemed host of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, and author of the groundbreaking book "100 is the New 30." Together, they ignite inspiration and resilience, offering a profound glimpse into the power of the human spirit.

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    • 53 min
    Episode 127: Survival Along the Great Barrier Reef with “Outback” Mike Atkinson

    Episode 127: Survival Along the Great Barrier Reef with “Outback” Mike Atkinson

    In this episode, we're accompanied by "Outback" Mike Atkinson, who recounts his two-month survival journey aboard a dugout canoe along the Great Barrier Reef. Mike, known for his recent participation in the survival reality show Alone Australia, boasts a diverse background as an adventure filmmaker, former military pilot, and the author of the newly released book, Modern Day Castaway.

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    • 56 min
    Episode 126: The Real Adventure Racing Experience with Sarah Goldman

    Episode 126: The Real Adventure Racing Experience with Sarah Goldman

    In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Goldman to talk about the sport of Adventure Racing, which is highlighted in the new movie, Arthur the King starring Mark Wahlberg. Sarah is the Community Programs Director for the North Carolina Outward Bound School, who has proudly served as a firefighter, police officer, and adventure racing participant and coach.

    The Adventure Racing World Championship takes teams on a journey in exotic locations through over 700 km of trekking, running, mountain biking, kayaking, rope work, and navigation.

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    • 49 min

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JacquelineNaef ,

Such inspiring stories

What a great podcast! Scott is an amazing host, and I feel like I’m part of an awesome conversation among friends, who have reflected on their lives and have important messages from their hearts. Love it!

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