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I'd Rather Be

I'd Rather Be

Katya Rucker

What is it about birdwatching, or long-distance running, or bonsai tree growing that is so addicting to the people who have made these hobbies a central part of their lives? I'd Rather Be is a podcast dedicated to prioritizing the things we love to do -- the things we'd rather be doing almost all the time. Each episode will show you exactly what it is about these hobbies that is so captivating, along with tips from guests about how to try them out for yourself.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best I'd Rather Be episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to I'd Rather Be for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite I'd Rather Be episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Shark Tooth Hunting
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06/14/22 • 25 min

"It's like panning for gold" says Audie Zimmerman, who spends long weekend days with his daughter Jen scouring Florida's Peace River for the teeth of megalodon sharks, the scales of glyptodonts, and the ear bones of whales, among other fascinating fossils. Check out some of their finds @idratherbepodcast

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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Rock Climbing
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06/07/22 • 52 min

Steven Dimmitt lives on the road year round, chasing the climbing weather in his van. He also produces The Nugget Climbing podcast, which is beloved in the climbing world and is considered one of the best long-form interview podcasts in the outdoor space. In this episode of I'd Rather Be, Steven shares how he discovered his passion for climbing and some of the many lessons the sport -- and lifestyle -- have taught him over the years.

Check out Steven's podcast here: https://thenuggetclimbing.com/
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Show notes and episode transcript at idratherbepodcast.com

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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Practicing Yoga
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05/31/22 • 27 min

Nicole Burrill has made it her life's work to help people heal and realize how much personal agency they have -- all through the ongoing practice of yoga. Hear how Nicole discovered this passion and went from student, to teacher, to teacher of teachers.
Chakra Power Yoga, Nicole's collection of studios
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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Exploring the Paranormal
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05/24/22 • 40 min

Meet Erik and Justin, a paranormal-investigating duo. Erik grew up in a haunted house, Justin lived in New Jersey, home to famous cryptids like the Jersey Devil, and together, they've visited some of the spookiest and most haunted places imaginable, including the house of Jeffrey Dahmer. In their spare time, Erik and Justin produce ParaTruth Radio, a podcast that is 8 years and 300 episodes in the making. Their mission: to expose the myths and find the truth behind paranormal events.
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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Disc Golfing
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05/17/22 • 25 min

Taylor English's passion for disc golf has taken him around the world, from Halifax, Canada to Kurland, South Africa. Brian Graham is the Director of Membership and Growth for the PDGA. Together, they'll convince you that being bitten by the disc golf bug is a bite like no other.
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Show notes and episode transcript at idratherbepodcast.com

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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Fly Fishing
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05/10/22 • 26 min

"One last cast," is what Kent Toomb says to himself at least a dozen times before he finally calls it quits after a day of fly fishing. In this episode of I'd Rather Be, hear stories about Kent's beloved sport from his time on the waters of the Pacific Northwest.
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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Reading Tarot Cards
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05/03/22 • 27 min

Can a deck of cards hold the key to your own subconscious? Lizzie Burgess was skeptical, but tarot cards have worked their magic and become her favorite form of divination and self care. Hear her story in today's episode of IRB, and learn more at her website: https://backyardbanshee.com
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I'd Rather Be - IRB Season 2 Trailer
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04/26/22 • 1 min

Season 2 of IRB coming May 3! Get ready for 12 more episodes of the hobbies and passions that make life fuller and richer.
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Music Credits:
Slowly Until we Get There by Joey Pecoraro
YouTube Music Library
Funkorama by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100474
Artist: http://incompetech.com/

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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be Horseshoe Pitching
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03/01/22 • 25 min

Debby Michaud has won two horseshoe pitching world championship titles. Tammy Gilbert finished 13th at the most recent horseshoe pitching world tournament. Hear from these two pitchers who are among the best in the sport to learn what makes horseshoe pitching addicting enough to become a lifelong passion.
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I'd Rather Be - I'd Rather Be DJing

I'd Rather Be DJing

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06/21/22 • 20 min

"Euphoric" is the word Trish Silvestri uses to describe the feeling of being completely in sync with the crowd when she's DJing. Hear the story of the first event she ever DJed, and how far she has come with this passion over the years.

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FAQ

How many episodes does I'd Rather Be have?

I'd Rather Be currently has 22 episodes available.

What topics does I'd Rather Be cover?

The podcast is about Hobbies, Happiness, Dreams, Creativity, Happy, Passion, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Sports, Hobby and Crafts.

What is the most popular episode on I'd Rather Be?

The episode title 'I'd Rather Be Shark Tooth Hunting' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on I'd Rather Be?

The average episode length on I'd Rather Be is 26 minutes.

How often are episodes of I'd Rather Be released?

Episodes of I'd Rather Be are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of I'd Rather Be?

The first episode of I'd Rather Be was released on Nov 30, 2021.

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