Wild Ideas Worth Living

A Wilderness podcast by REI Co-op

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High-impact interviews for those who love adventure and the outdoors. Host and journalist Shelby Stanger interviews world-class explorers, athletes, authors, scientists, health experts and entrepreneurs about how they’ve taken their own wild ideas and made them a reality, so you can too. Some of the wildest ideas can lead to the most rewarding adventures.

Recent Episodes

From a Life-Altering Accident to Skiing Alaska's Biggest Lines with Kai Jones
Published: February 24, 2026
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Living The Life We Have with Rob Shaver
Published: February 17, 2026
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Hiking 4,000 Ft Peaks in Winter with Mardi Fuller
Published: February 10, 2026
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Hiking Zen with Brother Phap Luu
Published: February 3, 2026
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6 Ironman Races on 6 Continents in 1 Year with Ariana Luterman
Published: January 27, 2026
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Trekking Solo to the North and South Poles with Preet Chandi
Published: January 20, 2026
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Ultra Running and Setting FKTs with Anton Krupicka
Published: January 13, 2026
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Discovering Nature’s Hidden Conversations with Amy Martin
Published: January 6, 2026
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A Spiritual Approach to the Seven Summits with Wasfia Nazreen
Published: December 23, 2025
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Record-Breaking Expedition to the North Pole with Eric Larsen
Published: December 16, 2025
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