Eyes Up Life

Ben Grannis
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Ben Grannis was fed up with distracted drivers and people living on their phones, so he did something about it. He set out on a 7,000-mile bicycle ride around the United States to raise awareness and over $50,000 to end distracted driving and promote digital wellness. Having recently completed his journey, Ben is now sharing his Eyes Up message with young people and interviewing athletes along the way. Follow Ben and Eyes Up: Instagram: @EyesUpRide Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/34968266 EyesUpRide.com

  1. 12/15/2023

    Richard “Murdock” Martin | USFS Wildland Firefighter and Warm Showers Host

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com I met Murdock Martin in September 2022 as I rolled along the stunning Big Sur coast in California. Murdock is a host on Warm Showers in one of the most remote sections of the Pacific Coast route - nestled just off the shoreline next to his office, a United States Forest Service fire station. Murdock has worked in wildland firefighting for nearly 30 years and has called Big Sur home for over a decade. Since moving there, he’s opened his beautiful home to over 250 cyclists traveling along the Pacific Coast, just like I was last year. Not only is Murdock incredibly generous and a great guy to chat with, he is a big 49ers fan with memorabilia throughout his home - no warmer welcome than that! We recently reconnected for this special edition of the Eyes Up Life podcast - enjoy our conversation and make sure to subscribe to get future updates! Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission. Follow Murdock on Instagram: @pinkmoondiving Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits #itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #adventurecycling #optoutside

    43 min

  2. 12/01/2023

    Cycling Mikey | Road Safety Advocate and YouTube Icon

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com A friend told me about Mike “Cycling Mikey” van Erp while I was participating in a bike race in Idaho back in September. Mike was born in Zimbabwe and grew up in the Netherlands. He has spent well over a decade helping make the roads of London safer. How does he do it? He simply records infractions from his bicycle on his commute to work and sends the files to the police. He has amassed a following of over 100,000 people on YouTube through his advocacy for safer roads. Due to the nature of his content and busting people who are breaking the law, he’s received criticism but largely he has the support of the general public for helping make roads safer and encouraging drivers to focus on the road ahead. Enjoy my conversation with Mikey and listen in for a unique perspective on distracted driving across the pond. Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission. Learn more about Cycling Mikey: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/CyclingMikey Instagram: @cyclingmikey Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@CyclingMikey Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits #itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #adventurecycling #optoutside

    1h 2m

  3. 11/17/2023

    Eric Lederer | Cyclist, Business Student, Good Friend

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com Bonus episode with Eric Lederer (deleted Instagram!). I met Eric this summer halfway through RAGBRAI in central Iowa. Our mutual friend, Quinn, connected us and it turns out we have a shockingly similar and parallel story when it comes to bikes. Eric was in the final third of a 7,000 mile bike ride around the United States when we met in Iowa. His mission? To support athletes with disabilities and raise $50k for Achilles International. Listen in to hear about how Eric found bike touring and some notes from his experience on this journey traveling far and wide in this beautiful place we get to call home. Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission. Learn more about Eric Lederer: Donate to Eric’s fundraising efforts to support Achilles International: https://give.achillesinternational.org/campaign/operation-fish-market/c462878 Article in 06880 online: https://06880danwoog.com/2023/06/19/operation-fish-market-eric-lederers-7000-mile-bike-ride-across-america/ Email Eric: eled34@gmail.com  Learn more: https://linktr.ee/opfishmarket Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits#itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #adventurecycling #optoutside

    1h 32m

  4. 11/03/2023

    Rebecca Rusch | Professional Mountain Bike Racer

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com   Episode 21 with Rebecca Rusch (@rebeccarusch). Wow, I can’t believe we are already wrapping up this series with Maxxis athletes. What an episode to cap things off - I met Rebecca almost a year ago in frigid, snowy, and beautiful Ketchum, Idaho. Rebecca is one of the most decorated athletes out there and you’d have no idea by talking to her - she is humble, honest, funny, and such a positive force in this world. Look up her career when you get a chance. She’s done things I can’t even imagine attempting and has an awesome perspective on distracted driving and distracted living. Thank you for being part of this series, Rebecca!   Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission.   The Eyes Up | Maxxis series has now concluded. Thank you for following along with this journey and stay tuned for future Eyes Up Life podcast episodes and #EyesUp initiatives.   Make sure to check out the video with Rebecca Rusch here: https://youtu.be/ThHyqTv8AVU   Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide Follow Maxxis Tires on Instagram: @maxxistires   #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits#itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #maxxisracing #maxxistires #maxxis

    44 min

  5. 10/31/2023

    Ted King | Professional Cyclist

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com Well, well, well. We’ve done it. Thanks to people like you, the #EyesUp mission has successfully raised $50,000 for TextLess Live More and made a big difference in the fight to end distracted driving and to promote digital wellness. I humbly thank you for your unending support and commitment to this important cause. As a small thank you to you and everyone who has been with me along this journey, I am sharing a mega bonus interview with Ted King, professional cyclist and awesome guy. It took months to pin Ted down for an interview and last December, we made it happen on a cold evening at his home in Vermont. I am so grateful (and can’t really believe it happened) to have met Ted, to have his support on this mission, and to be able to share with the world some of his thoughts and words on his impressive cycling and entrepreneurial career as well as on distracted driving and digital wellness. Enjoy this conversation and please share with friends, family, and whomever may enjoy hearing from a prominent cycling figure. Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission. Make sure to check out the video with Ted King: https://youtu.be/o9m2W34Q4i4 Learn more about Ted King: https://www.iamtedking.com Instagram: @iamtedking Buy Untapped nutrition: https://untapped.cc Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits#itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #adventurecycling #optoutside

    50 min

  6. 10/20/2023

    Barry Nobles | Professional BMX Racer

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com   Episode 20 with Barry Nobles (@barrynobles95). Barry is not only one of the most kind people I have met, he is also one of the best to ride BMX. He is an athlete, craftsman, father, and is constantly working to get better. He even let me camp in his driveway in rural Alabama! Barry’s career has been filled with success and twists and turns. Tune in to hear more about his thoughts on the phone and how he balances his strong social media following with his priorities in the various roles he has in life. Thank you for sharing your driveway, story, and thoughts, Barry!   Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission.   The Eyes Up | Maxxis episodes are released bi-weekly (every two weeks) - videos on Wednesday and podcasts on Friday - see you in two weeks for Rebecca Rusch’s episode.    Make sure to check out the video with Barry Nobles here: https://youtu.be/Mva46mf_s9o   Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide Follow Maxxis Tires on Instagram: @maxxistires   #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits#itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #maxxisracing #maxxistires #maxxis

    51 min

  7. 10/06/2023

    Kate Courtney | Professional Mountain Bike Racer

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com   Episode 19 with Kate Courtney (@kateplusfate). I didn’t know if this interview was going to happen until I was in northern California and it worked out - and I am so glad it did! Kate is one of the best in the MTB world and has an incredibly bright career ahead of her. She’s also figured out some awesome systems to help her balance her social media presence with the things she actually cares about and keeping her phone’s role as a tool not a time suck. Kate’s no stranger to busy roads and close calls in the Bay Area and has some great insights on distracted driving. You don’t want to miss this one! Thank you for sharing your time and thoughts, Kate!   Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission.   The Eyes Up | Maxxis episodes are released bi-weekly (every two weeks) - videos on Wednesday and podcasts on Friday - see you in two weeks for Barry Nobles’ episode.    Make sure to check out the video with Kate Courtney here: https://youtu.be/hNIaiinSPVw   Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide Follow Maxxis Tires on Instagram: @maxxistires   #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits#itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #maxxisracing #maxxistires #maxxis

    50 min

  8. 09/22/2023

    George Hammel | Motocross, UTV Racer and Host of Dirt Life Podcast

    Learn more at EyesUpRide.com   Episode 18 with George Hammel (@georgehammel). George has had one heck of a ride and his story is both a miracle and inspiring. He’s survived multiple crashes while racing that on their own could have ended his life and career. Somehow, George has bounced back from all of these and, while he suffers permanent injuries and damage to his body, is able to still do many of the things he still loves and has the best attitude. George does less racing now (though still does some!) and focuses on showcasing those still competing in the field he loves so dearly and bringing good to the world. Thanks for sharing your story and time, George!   Please rate and review the show if you enjoyed it. It helps spread the #EyesUp mission.   The Eyes Up | Maxxis episodes are released bi-weekly (every two weeks) - videos on Wednesday and podcasts on Friday - see you in two weeks for Kate Courtney’s episode.    Make sure to check out the video with George Hammel here: https://youtu.be/12DPQzOl-gU   Follow Eyes Up Ride on Instagram: @EyesUpRide Follow Maxxis Tires on Instagram: @maxxistires   #eyesup #distracteddriving #digitalwellness #unplug #mindfulness #humanconnection #nophones #healthydigitalhabits#itcanwait #butnotwhiledriving #donttextanddrive #maxxisracing #maxxistires #maxxis

    54 min
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Ben Grannis was fed up with distracted drivers and people living on their phones, so he did something about it. He set out on a 7,000-mile bicycle ride around the United States to raise awareness and over $50,000 to end distracted driving and promote digital wellness. Having recently completed his journey, Ben is now sharing his Eyes Up message with young people and interviewing athletes along the way. Follow Ben and Eyes Up: Instagram: @EyesUpRide Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/34968266 EyesUpRide.com

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  • Creator
    Ben Grannis
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ben Grannis
  • Show Website
    Eyes Up Life