Beyond The Bicycle

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This podcast isn't about the latest bike, the fastest rider, or the biggest social media following. It's about the people. We explore the lives, experiences, and journeys that bicycles make possible. Every episode is a conversation about identity, resilience, creativity, adventure, community, purpose, and the moments that shape who we become. Whether you're an everyday rider, an industry leader, a photographer, an athlete, a frame builder, an advocate, a traveler, or someone whose life has been transformed by two wheels, we'd love to hear your story.

Episodes

  1. 6h ago

    09 - Izzy Lidsky: Photography, Ski Culture & Telling Stories From the Mountains

    On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with Izzy Lidsky, an outdoor photographer, writer, and storyteller based in Bend, Oregon. Izzy’s relationship with photography started in a high school darkroom, shooting 35mm and medium-format film and learning how an image comes to life long before photography became her career. Around the same time, she watched her first ski film. That changed everything. She fell in love with action sports storytelling and the idea that photography, writing, athletes, landscapes, and adventure could come together to tell stories about much more than the sport itself. Today, Izzy works as a freelance photographer and staff writer for POWDER Magazine, documenting skiing, mountain biking, outdoor culture, and the people and communities that give these pursuits meaning. Her work explores the human side of adventure, the experiences behind the images, the relationships built in the mountains, and the reasons people dedicate so much of their lives to being outside. Over the years, Izzy has worked with and contributed to some of the most recognized names in outdoor media and culture, including Red Bull Media House, Teton Gravity Research, FREESKIER Magazine, Sweet Protection, Outdoor Research, Hyperlite, Ripton Co., Curious Creatures, Trails Magazine, and Jackson Hole Snowboarder Magazine. In this conversation, we go beyond the photographs and talk about what it actually takes to build a creative life in the outdoor industry. We get into photography and writing, freelancing, working with athletes and brands, finding your own perspective, and why authenticity matters when you're telling stories about communities you're genuinely part of. In This Episode: • Discovering photography through film and the darkroom • Falling in love with ski films and action sports culture • Building a career as both a photographer and writer • Working with athletes, brands, and outdoor publications • Life as a staff writer for POWDER Magazine • Visual storytelling in skiing and mountain biking • The realities of freelancing in the outdoor industry • Finding your creative voice and perspective • The importance of authenticity in adventure storytelling • The people and communities behind outdoor sports • Why passion remains at the center of meaningful creative work At its core, this conversation is about following the things that genuinely excite you and finding a way to build a creative life around them. Because the best outdoor stories aren't simply about skiing a line, riding a trail, or capturing the perfect photograph. They're about the people who choose to spend their lives out there. This is Izzy Lidsky on Beyond the Bicycle. Beyond the Bicycle is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles.

    09 - Izzy Lidsky: Photography, Ski Culture & Telling Stories From the Mountains

  2. Oct 13

    08 - Christa “C Funk” Funk: Inside Pipeline, Water Photography & Keep on Funkin’ On

    Christa “C Funk” Funk: Inside Pipeline, Water Photography & Keep on Funkin’ On On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with Christa “C Funk” Funk, one of the world’s most respected water photographers and a familiar presence in the lineup at the legendary Banzai Pipeline on Oahu’s North Shore. Christa has built her career by putting herself in places few photographers are willing or physically capable of going. Rather than documenting surfing safely from shore, she swims directly into the action. From small, playful days to the chaos and consequence of second and third reef Pipeline, Christa positions herself in the heart of one of the world’s most powerful surf breaks to create photographs that capture the beauty, athleticism, violence, and unpredictability of the ocean. Her work has been featured by Freesurf Magazine, Surfline, and surf publications and media outlets around the world. But Christa’s story started long before she became known for swimming into Pipeline with a camera. A graduate of the United States Coast Guard Academy, Christa served aboard the Coast Guard Cutter RUSH in Hawaii. Combined with her background as a competitive swimmer, those years helped develop the ocean knowledge, physical ability, discipline, and composure that would later become essential to her career as a water photographer. Photography itself entered her life through a classroom assignment. What followed was an entirely different path. Today, Christa continues to push herself physically and creatively, training relentlessly so she can operate safely and confidently when Pipeline is at its most demanding. Her photography isn't simply about getting close to the action. It's about understanding the ocean, anticipating moments, respecting the athletes and environment, and recognizing the stories unfolding around her. In this conversation, we go beyond the photographs and talk about what it takes to build a life around something that demands this much commitment. We explore fear, preparation, resilience, creativity, faith, humor, storytelling, and the mindset required to keep swimming back into an environment where conditions can change in seconds. In This Episode: • Christa’s journey from Coast Guard officer to professional surf photographer • Finding photography through a classroom assignment • Life inside the lineup at Banzai Pipeline • Photographing from the water instead of the safety of shore • The physical and mental demands of water photography • Training and preparing for heavy ocean conditions • Understanding risk, fear, and decision-making in the water • Working with Freesurf Magazine, Surfline, and major surf publications • Why storytelling matters as much as capturing the action • The role of faith, humor, and resilience in Christa’s life • Capturing moments and perspectives few people will ever experience • Continuing to challenge yourself creatively and physically At its core, this conversation is about much more than surf photography. It’s about committing yourself to something difficult, earning the ability to be where you need to be, and continuing to show up even when the conditions both in the ocean and in life aren’t easy. Christa’s camera may capture the moment, but everything that happens before she presses the shutter is what makes those photographs possible. This is Christa “C Funk” Funk on Beyond the Bicycle. And as Christa would say: Keep on Funkin’ On! Beyond the Bicycle is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles.

    08 - Christa “C Funk” Funk: Inside Pipeline, Water Photography & Keep on Funkin’ On

  3. Sep 29

    07 - Natalie Carriere: Adventure Photography, Mountain Life & Authentic Storytelling

    On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with Natalie Carriere, an adventure and commercial photographer whose work takes her deep into the mountains, onto remote productions, and alongside athletes pushing themselves in some of the most demanding environments imaginable. Natalie specializes in creating powerful visual stories for athletes, brands, events, and outdoor organizations. From remote alpine productions and backcountry expeditions to major sporting events and commercial campaigns, her photography is built around movement, environment, preparation, and authentic human experience. What makes Natalie's perspective unique is that she doesn't just photograph adventure. She lives it. As a skier, snowboarder, and mountain biker, Natalie spends much of her life in the same environments she documents. That firsthand experience gives her an understanding of the terrain, conditions, athletes, and split-second moments that can't simply be learned behind a camera. In this conversation, we go beyond the photographs to explore what it actually takes to build a creative career around adventure. We talk about working in unpredictable environments, photographing athletes in motion, collaborating with brands and production teams, adapting when conditions change, developing a professional workflow, and finding your own visual voice in an increasingly crowded creative industry. But like every conversation on Beyond the Bicycle, this episode is about more than the work. It's about building a life around the things you love, putting yourself in environments that challenge you, staying creative under pressure, and understanding that some of the best stories come from genuinely participating in the world you're trying to document. In This Episode: • Building a career in adventure and commercial photography • Photographing athletes in fast-paced outdoor environments • Storytelling through movement, light, and landscape • Working with brands, events, and production teams • The realities of remote shoots and alpine productions • Creativity under pressure and adapting to changing conditions • The connection between being an athlete and a photographer • Developing a professional workflow from concept to delivery • Finding your visual voice in a competitive industry • Why authentic storytelling matters more than ever • Building a creative life around adventure and the outdoors Whether you're a photographer, filmmaker, mountain biker, skier, snowboarder, outdoor athlete, or simply someone interested in the people who build their lives around creativity and adventure, this conversation offers a look at what happens when the person behind the camera is just as immersed in the experience as the people they're photographing. This is Natalie Carriere on Beyond the Bicycle. Beyond the Bicycle is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles.

    07 - Natalie Carriere: Adventure Photography, Mountain Life & Authentic Storytelling

  4. Sep 15

    06 - Spencer Harding On Bikepacking, Photography & the Art of Exploration

    What draws someone to spend their life chasing forgotten roads, sleeping under the stars, riding unconventional bicycles, and documenting the world through a camera? For Tucson-based photographer, writer, and bike touring advocate Spencer Harding, those pursuits have become a way of life. On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with Spencer to explore a creative journey built around curiosity, adventure, and seeing the world at the pace of a bicycle. A longtime contributing editor and writer for The Radavist, Spencer is widely recognized throughout the cycling and bikepacking communities for his distinctive photography, adventurous spirit, and passion for unconventional bicycles. From the fixed-gear boom of early-2000s Los Angeles to riding a self-built tall bike across the United States, Spencer has spent years discovering that the best stories are often found on the roads most people never take. While bicycles are at the heart of Spencer's work, this conversation reaches far beyond cycling. It's about slowing down, embracing uncertainty, and allowing curiosity to shape not only where we travel, but how we see the world. If you're passionate about bikepacking, bike touring, film photography, cycling culture, adventure, visual storytelling, or creative exploration, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we discuss: • Spencer's journey into photography and cycling culture • The fixed-gear movement and discovering bike touring • Building and riding a self-built tall bike across the country • Film photography and visual storytelling • Working with The Radavist • Public lands and environmental awareness • Creativity, exploration, and curiosity • The value of slowing down and taking the long way home This is a conversation about adventure, creativity, and discovering that the most meaningful journeys often begin the moment we choose the road that no one else is taking. This episode is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles. Celebrating 40 Years of Adventure in 2026, Brodie has inspired generations of riders while remaining proudly rooted in British Columbia. For four decades they've proven that craftsmanship, curiosity, and community are at the heart of every great ride. Connect with Spencer Harding 📷 Instagram 🌐 Website Learn more about Brodie Bicycles 🚲 Instagram 🌐 Website

    06 - Spencer Harding On Bikepacking, Photography & the Art of Exploration

  5. Sep 1

    05 - Hailey Elise On Adventure, Creativity & Life Behind the Lens

    What happens when the person behind the camera is also the one chasing the adventure? On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with Hailey Elise, a professional mountain bike athlete, photographer, and filmmaker whose life is built around adventure, creativity, and the outdoors. Raised in the mountains surrounding Vancouver, British Columbia, Hailey developed a deep connection to nature, exploration, and pushing her limits. That passion eventually led her to Whistler, where mountain biking and visual storytelling became the foundation of her career. What makes Hailey's perspective unique is that she doesn't just photograph adventure, she lives it. As both a professional athlete and an award-winning photographer, she understands the terrain, timing, commitment, and risk behind every image she creates. Her work has been recognized through Crankworx Deep Summer, Red Bull Illume, and Dirt Diaries, where she was crowned the 2025 winner. Before entering the world of action sports photography, Hailey spent her university years immersed in fashion photography while running her own fashion blog. Over time, her creative path shifted toward the mountains, the riding community, and the outdoor spaces that continue to inspire her photography and filmmaking today. While bicycles have played an important role in Hailey's journey, this conversation goes far beyond riding. It's about embracing creativity, pursuing adventure, and building a life around the things that make you feel most alive. If you're passionate about mountain biking, adventure photography, outdoor storytelling, filmmaking, creativity, or the outdoors, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we discuss: • Growing up in the mountains of British Columbia • Finding photography through fashion and creative storytelling • Transitioning into mountain bike and adventure photography • Living and creating in Whistler • Winning Dirt Diaries 2025 • Competing in Crankworx Deep Summer and Red Bull Illume • The unique perspective of being both athlete and photographer • The importance of collaboration in creative work • Adventure, creativity, and lifelong growth This is a conversation about curiosity, resilience, creativity, and discovering that the best stories come from the people willing to live them before they ever press the shutter. This episode is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles. Celebrating 40 Years of Adventure in 2026, Brodie has inspired generations of riders while remaining proudly rooted in British Columbia. For four decades they've proven that craftsmanship, curiosity, and community are at the heart of every great ride. Connect with Hailey Elise 📷 Instagram 🌐 Website Learn more about Brodie Bicycles 🚲 Instagram 🌐 Website

    05 - Hailey Elise On Adventure, Creativity & Life Behind the Lens

  6. Aug 18

    04 - Brynne Mower On Adventure Photography, Emotion & Visual Storytelling

    What transforms a photograph from something we see into something we feel? On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with outdoor and action sports photographer Brynne Mower, whose work is driven by emotion, movement, and the pursuit of meaningful visual storytelling. A 2023 Red Bull Illume Semi-Finalist, Brynne has quickly established herself as one of the most exciting emerging voices in adventure photography. Her images go beyond documenting athletes and landscapes, they capture the energy, emotion, and human spirit that exist within them. Growing up on horseback in the wide-open landscapes of the American Southwest, Brynne developed an early connection to adventure, athletics, and the outdoors. Influenced by music, movement, and a deep appreciation for nature, her creative journey eventually led her to the Pacific Northwest, where rugged mountains, forests, and coastlines helped shape her artistic voice. While the outdoors provide the backdrop for her work, this conversation goes far beyond photography. It's about slowing down, embracing vulnerability, and creating images that connect with people on a deeply human level. Brynne's philosophy is simple: "Create photographs that speak to the soul, touching a deeper part of the human conscience." If you're passionate about adventure photography, outdoor photography, action sports, storytelling, creativity, or the creative process, this conversation is for you. In this episode, ​ Brynne's journey into outdoor and action sports photography​ Growing up in the American Southwest and finding inspiration through adventure​ The influence of nature, athletics, and music on her creativity​ Becoming a 2023 Red Bull Illume Semi-Finalist​ The role of emotion in visual storytelling• Creating photographs that resonate beyond the frame​ Adventure, movement, and human connection through photography​ Building a creative career rooted in authenticity Why powerful images should be felt, not just seen This is a conversation about creativity, adventure, emotion, and discovering that the strongest photographs aren't the ones we remember with our eyes, they're the ones we carry with us long after we've looked away. This episode is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles. Celebrating 40 Years of Adventure in 2026, Brodie has inspired generations of riders while remaining proudly rooted in British Columbia. For four decades they've proven that craftsmanship, curiosity, and community are at the heart of every great ride. Connect with Brynne Mower 📷 Instagram🌐 Website Learn more about Brodie Bicycles 🚲 Instagram🌐 Website

    04 - Brynne Mower On Adventure Photography, Emotion & Visual Storytelling

  7. Aug 4

    03 - Joe Wakefield On Finding Community Through Mountain Bike Photography

    What happens when you stop photographing a culture from the outside and become part of it?On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with award-winning mountain bike and events photographer Joe Wakefield, whose work has become synonymous with the energy, creativity, and community that define mountain biking throughout Squamish, British Columbia, and the Sea to Sky corridor. Originally from England, Joe made the move to British Columbia in search of adventure, opportunity, and connection. What he found was something much deeper, a community built around shared experiences, progression, creativity, and a passion for life on two wheels. Whether he's photographing local trail builders, grassroots events, backcountry adventures, or world-class competitions, Joe approaches every story as a participant rather than an observer. His intimate understanding of the sport allows him to create photographs that feel authentic, honest, and deeply connected to the people and places he documents. While bicycles brought Joe to where he is today, this conversation reaches far beyond the bike. It's about belonging, earning trust, building community, and using photography to preserve the moments that define a culture.If you're passionate about mountain biking, cycling culture, mountain bike photography, adventure photography, visual storytelling, or the creative process, this episode is for you. In this episode, we discuss: • Joe's journey from England to Squamish, British Columbia • Finding belonging through mountain biking and photography • Documenting the culture and community behind the sport • Capturing movement, emotion, and environment in a single image • Photographing grassroots events, trail builders, and elite athletes • The evolution of mountain bike photography • Why authenticity matters in storytelling • Building relationships within the riding community • Creativity, progression, and finding purpose through visual storytelling Featured Recognition: • Crankworx Deep Summer • Sony World Photography Awards • International Photography Awards (IPA) • One Eyeland Awards • HIPA Shortlist • 35 Awards – Top 35 Photographers in Canada This is a conversation about community, creativity, adventure, and discovering that the strongest photographs are often created by the people who truly belong to the stories they're telling. Powered by Brodie BicyclesThis episode is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles.Celebrating 40 Years of Adventure in 2026, Brodie has inspired generations of riders while remaining proudly rooted in British Columbia. For four decades they've proven that craftsmanship, curiosity, and community are at the heart of every great ride. Connect with Joe Wakefield: 📷 Instagram 🌐 Website Learn more about Brodie Bicycles: 🚲 Instagram⁠ 🌐 ⁠Website⁠

    03 - Joe Wakefield On Finding Community Through Mountain Bike Photography

  8. Jul 20

    02 - Sara Kempner On Finding Adventure Through Photography & The Wild

    What shapes the way we see the world? For Canadian photographer and outdoor storyteller Sara Kempner, the answer begins in the wild places that raised her. On this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin sits down with Sara to explore a creative journey that started among the forests, mountains, rivers, and coastlines of Vancouver Island before evolving into a career documenting adventure, endurance, and the people who find purpose outdoors. While bicycles helped shape many of the experiences we discuss, this conversation reaches far beyond cycling. It's about the landscapes that define us, the adventures that change us, and the creative pursuit of capturing authentic moments that connect people to the natural world. From photographing mountain bikers and trail runners to documenting endurance athletes in some of the most beautiful environments imaginable, Sara shares how curiosity, patience, and a deep respect for nature have become the foundation of her work. In this episode, we discuss: • Growing up on Vancouver Island and developing a lifelong connection to nature • How landscape photography became the foundation of her creative journey • Transitioning into adventure, cycling, and action sports photography • Photographing mountain bikers, trail runners, and endurance athletes • The relationship between storytelling, movement, and the outdoors • Balancing commercial assignments with meaningful personal projects • Finding creativity through exploration and curiosity • Why slowing down often leads to stronger photographs • The lessons nature continues to teach both behind and beyond the camera This is a conversation about adventure, creativity, and the landscapes that quietly shape who we become. Whether you're a cyclist, photographer, outdoor enthusiast, or someone searching for a deeper connection with the world around you, Sara's story is a reminder that some of life's most meaningful journeys begin the moment we step outside. Beyond the Bicycle is a documentary podcast exploring the human stories that exist beyond the handlebars, conversations about resilience, creativity, adventure, and the people whose lives have been transformed through movement and the outdoors. Powered by Brodie Bicycles. Celebrating 40 Years of Adventure in 2026. This episode of Beyond the Bicycle is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles. Celebrating 40 years of adventure in 2026, Brodie has inspired generations of riders while remaining proudly rooted in British Columbia. For four decades, they've proven that craftsmanship, curiosity, and community are at the heart of every great ride. Visit Sara: Instagram Web Visit Brodie: Instagram Web

    02 - Sara Kempner On Finding Adventure Through Photography & The Wild

  9. Jul 9

    01 - Ben Tobin On Mountain Bike Photography to Stories That Matter

    Before becoming one of the Pacific Northwest's most respected documentary photographers, Ben Tobin helped shape mountain bike culture from behind the lens. His photographs appeared in many of the sport's most influential magazines, documenting the athletes, personalities, and defining moments that helped establish modern mountain biking. But while bicycles opened the first chapter of Ben's career, they were never the final destination. Today, based in Spokane, Washington, Ben's work has evolved into something much deeper. His photography is dedicated to documenting the people, places, and stories that often go unseen. Through patience, trust, and genuine human connection, he creates images that challenge assumptions, foster empathy, and remind us that every person deserves to be seen with dignity. For Ben, photography isn't simply about making compelling images, it's about listening first, understanding deeply, and telling stories that might otherwise never be heard. In this episode of Beyond the Bicycle, host Tyson Martin explores Ben's journey from photographing mountain biking's golden era to becoming a visual storyteller whose work is changing how people see both Spokane and the communities that call it home. In this episode, we discuss: • Ben's early years photographing mountain biking during one of the sport's most influential eras • How bicycles opened doors to lifelong friendships and unforgettable experiences • Building a career as a documentary photographer in Spokane, Washington • Photographing overlooked communities with honesty, dignity, and compassion • Why trust is the foundation of meaningful storytelling • Photography as a tool for empathy, advocacy, and social change • Balancing authenticity with the responsibility of documenting real lives • Challenging stereotypes through visual storytelling • Spokane's evolving identity through Ben's lens • Why human connection will always matter more than the camera in your hands This is a conversation about far more than bicycles. It's about compassion, curiosity, community, and the profound responsibility that comes with telling someone else's story. Whether you're a cyclist, photographer, creative, journalist, or simply someone who believes every person deserves to be seen, Ben's story is a powerful reminder that the most meaningful journeys don't always happen on two wheels, they happen in the moments when we choose to truly see one another. Beyond the Bicycle is a documentary podcast exploring the human stories that exist beyond the handlebars. Through thoughtful conversations, we uncover stories of resilience, creativity, adventure, healing, and the people whose lives have been shaped by the simple act of riding a bicycle. Powered by Brodie Bicycles. Celebrating 40 Years of Adventure in 2026. This episode of Beyond the Bicycle is proudly powered by Brodie Bicycles. Celebrating 40 years of adventure in 2026, Brodie has inspired generations of riders while remaining proudly rooted in British Columbia. For four decades, they've proven that craftsmanship, curiosity, and community are at the heart of every great ride. Visit Ben: ⁠Instagram⁠ Visit Brodie: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Web⁠

    01 - Ben Tobin On Mountain Bike Photography to Stories That Matter
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This podcast isn't about the latest bike, the fastest rider, or the biggest social media following. It's about the people. We explore the lives, experiences, and journeys that bicycles make possible. Every episode is a conversation about identity, resilience, creativity, adventure, community, purpose, and the moments that shape who we become. Whether you're an everyday rider, an industry leader, a photographer, an athlete, a frame builder, an advocate, a traveler, or someone whose life has been transformed by two wheels, we'd love to hear your story.

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  • Creator
    PHYS Media Group
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © PHYS Media Group
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