What happens when you stop waiting for “someday” and book the ticket anyway?

In this episode we sit down with Amanda Black, founder of The Solo Female Traveler Network, a global community helping women explore the world with confidence, connection, and support. After years of backpacking solo across countries like Honduras, India, and Mongolia, Amanda turned her own leap-of-faith travels into a movement—creating small-group adventures that blend independence with built-in community.

From getting robbed in Mexico to launching her first Bali trip through a simple Facebook group, Amanda shares how uncertainty became opportunity—and how travel can reshape the way we see ourselves and the world. This is a story about courage, resilience, and discovering that sometimes the best way forward is simply to go.

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In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy sits down with Allison Abbasi of 37 North Expeditions to explore how time outside can reshape the way we connect, grow, and lead.

Allison shares how 37 North uses guided outdoor experiences — from corporate retreats and youth programs to nature therapy outings — to help people unplug, slow down, and show up fully. By stepping away from screens and comfort zones, participants discover confidence, clarity, and deeper connection with both nature and each other.

This conversation is a reminder that the outdoors isn’t just a backdrop for adventure — it’s a powerful tool for building resilient teams, empowered youth, and stronger communities.

Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.

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In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy reconnects with Sydney Williams, founder of Hiking My Feelings, to explore her newest project: ReciprocityRx.

What began as a personal healing journey through hiking has evolved into a powerful framework that reframes nature not as a resource to consume, but as a relationship to honor. Sydney shares how time on the trail helped her navigate trauma, chronic illness, and burnout. Plus why prescribing time outdoors without teaching reciprocity puts both people and public lands at risk.

ReciprocityRx blends time in nature with stewardship, reflection, and action, offering practical ways to reconnect with the land while giving something back. From Indigenous wisdom to modern healthcare, this conversation offers a new perspective on outdoor wellness, stewardship, and what it means to truly heal with the land, not from it.

Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.

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Since 2017 Illumine has donated over $50,298 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 255 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.

What if the biggest challenge in life isn’t deciding what to do next… but who you are as you move into the next chapter?

In this episode of Life in Motion, George Jerjian shares how a life-altering health scare forced him to confront identity, purpose, and time in a whole new way. That journey led him to develop the D.A.R.E. Method — a framework originally designed to help people redefine retirement, but powerful for anyone navigating transition, burnout, or the feeling of “what now?”

From letting go of old expectations to finding courage in uncertainty, George explores how mindset shifts, curiosity, and intentional living can help you build a life that feels fulfilling, whether you’re 25, 45, or 75. This is a conversation about purpose, identity, and giving yourself permission to keep evolving.

Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.

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In this episode we sit down with Azdean Elmoustaquim, of Destinations Morocco, to explore what makes Morocco one of the most immersive and misunderstood travel destinations in the world.

Born and raised in Marrakech, Azdean shares how reconnecting his son with their roots sparked the creation of Destinations Morocco — a company built around custom itineraries, cultural connection, and authentic local experiences. From desert adventures and mountain villages to food, history, and hospitality, Azdean breaks down what travelers often get wrong about Morocco — and what they discover when they arrive with an open mind.

We also dive into the role storytelling plays through the Destinations Morocco Podcast, helping travelers cut through misinformation and experience the country with clarity, respect, and curiosity.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to travel through Morocco — this episode is your invitation.

Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.

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Since 2017 Illumine has donated over $50,298 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 253 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.

What if recovery didn’t have to start with a pill bottle — but with your body’s own energy?In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy sits down with Dr. Zulia Frost, a medical doctor and biophysics expert who discovered red light and neurostimulation therapy after surviving a life-changing accident. Her journey from traditional medicine to natural, energy-based healing led her to create solutions that anyone — especially outdoor lovers — can use to recover faster, move better, and stay active longer.

Dr. Frost breaks down the science in a way that makes sense: why light fuels our cells, how energy depletion stalls healing, and how gentle photobiomodulation can support everything from acute injuries to chronic pain, sleep issues, training fatigue, and even prepping the body for big adventures.

Whether you're hiking, biking, running, or dealing with the aches that follow, Dr. Frost offers a fascinating look at recovery that’s both natural and backed by decades of research.

Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.

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Since 2017 Illumine has donated over $50,298 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 252 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.

What happens when you can’t find the outdoor community you’ve been searching for—so you build it yourself?

In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Garvin, founder of Upward Transitions Institute, a mountain education and guiding company redefining inclusivity in outdoor spaces. After leaving a demanding nursing career and facing gender bias in the guiding industry, Victoria created a space where folks from any background, race, gender identity, and socioeconomic status can gain confidence, learn essential skills, and lead with independence.

From scaling Mount Baker to organizing international mountaineering courses, Victoria shares how Upward Transitions empowers climbers through education, mentorship, and community. Her story reminds us that the outdoors isn’t just about summits—it’s about belonging, growth, and finding the courage to “do it scared.”

Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.

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Since 2017 Illumine has donated over $50,298 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 251 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.

What does it mean to push limits — in the water, in art, and in the wild?

In this episode of Life in Motion we sit down with filmmaker Elliott Hasler, the young director of Vindication Swim, a true story about Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel. Elliott takes us behind the scenes of recreating her journey — not in a studio, but out in the raw, unpredictable waters of the Channel itself.

Filming in open seas brought its own challenges — rough weather, frigid tides, and the untamed beauty of the outdoors — all mirroring Mercedes’ own fight for perseverance. Through grit, history, and creative courage, Elliott captures a different kind of outdoor story: one that celebrates both human endurance and nature’s power to test and transform us.

Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.

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Since 2017 Illumine has donated over $50,093 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 250 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.