Alex Frasz generously takes me in for a follow up to the Being in the Moment episode. We manage the microphone much better this time around, and I hope that comes through. Alex takes us from Denver west and then north young man: to Alaska.

References:

National Parks trip continues

Mountain Disc Golf

Bureau of Land Management

Snow Leopard vs Lynx

Tyler and I share great vibes around the pleasures of travel, the hottest gossip in the East Plains section, and being extraverted. You should also ask him how it feels to play in international ultimate tournaments (if you're into that kind of thing).

References:

Calais

Embassy Ultimate

Learn how to say "Do you speak English?" wherever you travel

Paganello

Windmill Windup

Follow Ups:

Select Flight

Masters Natties

10 Year Anniversary

October 29th, 2025

I met Bob and chatted for the first time about a week before we recorded this episode. We live about 4 houses apart, and his stoke fueled the fire for both of us. Sitting down on the mic with Bob was fantastic, and his voice is spectacular over the mic, don't you think so?

References:

Cliffview Resort Zipline

Canopy Crew (Red River Gorge) Cabins

Silky Oak Lodge in Queensland

Kangaroo Island

"Out of the Darkness Walk" with ASFP for suicide awareness on 11/1

October 27th, 2025

John "Swan" Blair kicks down the door with this one, and for the first time not at a library. Swan walks us through his serendipitous transition into sports photography in a very composed manner, while shedding light on a phrase or two I have never heard.

References:

Photo Director 8

Bevvy Edits on Flickr (bevy is plural for swans, especially when they're on the ground)

“First waffle worst waffle” and continuous improvement

Lexington PI

Frasz and I touch base at the Northside Digital Studio and get to connect on the first part of the national parks road trip with the campulance, aka: Dorothy. We get into the build and systems, hitting the road, followed by the everglades.

Frasz gives some great insight while I battle another collection of technical obstacles. Looking forward to recording a part II of this conversation and getting more into the Alaska portion of the trip.

Enjoy!

Nelson and I discuss tried and true tactics for dog training, engineering (as much as I can comprehend), pebble wrestling as well as a little disc golf. We do while recovering from an indoor bouldering session at VA followed by day trip to Salt Fork for some outdoor bouldering. Nelson keeps the stoke alive, and I hope you enjoy!

Show Notes:

Attempting to conquer the audio setup in Westerville

Climbing indoors and out

Transitioning from educational to professional environments

Nelson turned the champagne question on its head by asking me first, and I'm thrilled he did.

Follow Ups:

PE Exam and Super Mario

Tia educates me on paradigmatic shifts, evolution vs revolution, Formula 1 analytics, and other topics with fantastic input regarding Franklin Sousley's presence in Iwo Jima. Tia's energy is infectious, and I hope it comes through the mic. With comments like "The question isn't what did I do wrong, but what is possible?" and feeling like "a turkey in the grocery store"... I am all but certain this will be a delight.

Show Notes:

Thomas Kuhn and paradigmatic shifts (this is how I prepared for our conversation)

F1 Pit Stop analytics

Penny (she's the young pup with a glass of fine wine)

The Ultimate Service with Hubie Ballard (The MDM Podcast)

Iwo Jima Memorial

Follow Ups:

Masters Thesis and graduation

Shout Outs:

Grant & Jess - Thank you both for the enthusiasm and tangible feedback as I discussed the possibility of a podcast, and now that is becoming more of a reality.

Nelson Doe - thank you for planning the Salt Fork bouldering extravaganza, and for booking time in the Westerville library for an episode. I look forward to it bubbling to the surface.

Eric Hegedus - thank you for the ongoing support and feedback, and let me know when you'd like to be on the mic. I'm looking forward to it.

Stephen Ritchie - I hope the shout out wasn't too disruptive and that you are sitting somewhere pleasant (and quiet) right now.

Chase Russell - thank you for the calls as you get a chance to listen to the episodes. I love the input and thoughts and look forward to incorporating them (even if it hasn't happened yet...)

Alex Frasz - thank you for coming down to Lexington to record an episode, and for the feedback regarding what's already out. I appreciate you.

Michael and I sit down for an insightful conversation in the audio booth at the Northside public library. He walks us through what teaching (or guiding) land management to Montessori students looks like as well as coaching ultimate frisbee. We hit on both physical and mental preparation, reading and writing, as well as fostering an appreciation for the outdoors. Michael is super well spoken and I hope you enjoy the conversation.

References:

Providence Montessori

Sleepy Time Tea and Children of Ruin

Enders Game

Dingbats Pizza and local collaboration

Philmont Scout Ranch

Mischa Mokwa backpacking loop

Follow ups:

Running and writing

Shout Outs:

Tony Powers, Electric Beige, and keep an eye out for his work in Yellow Springs

Andrew Fisher and Good Hands Bread Co. (Dayton, OH)

Feather Bowling at The Silos (Dayton, OH)

Thank you to those of you who are listening and passing along constructive criticism! It is helping me immensely to push this project in a direction that is satisfying for myself and enjoyable to others.