WFS 514 - Wild Ideas Worth Living with Shelby Stanger - Will to Wild, REI Co-op, Outdoor Books
10/13/23 • 75 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/514
Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Territory, Bearvault, Trxstle, Chota Outdoor Gear
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Join us as we engage in a compelling conversation with our guest, Shelby Stanger, Host of the Podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living. Shelby shares her unique journey from being an adventure columnist at 19 to creating a podcast that grabbed the attention of REI Co-op. Her passion for storytelling and engaging in in-depth interviews led to a partnership with REI Co-op, which purchased her podcast in 2020. Shelby's love for podcasting isn't just about telling stories; it's about the conversations, the learning, and the opportunity to connect with people.
We also take the opportunity to share some of our own experiences in the podcasting world. Listen as we recount our own journey from being an adventure journalist, to running marketing and PR events for women, consulting with international surfing brands, and then finally launching our own podcast. We talk about the lessons we've learned from others' wild ideas, our own struggles with writing a book, and share our advice for those who are considering going all in on their own wild ideas.
We take a look at the importance of self-love and care, sharing inspiring stories from the podcast, and exploring the world of stand-up paddleboarding. Our conversation goes on to explore the technicalities of podcasting, the significance of engaging listeners with sponsors, and the impact of outdoor outreach. We discuss the changing landscape of media, the power of storytelling, and even our experience with TEDx Talks. We hope you find inspiration, motivation, and perhaps even your own wild idea to pursue.
Episode Chapters with Shelby Stanger on Wild Ideas Worth Living
(0:00:05) - Podcasting and Partnership With REI Shelby started a podcast, which was bought by REI Co-op in 2020, to continue her passion for interviewing people and telling stories.
(0:10:34) - Lessons From the Podcast I share lessons on facing fear, dealing with imposter syndrome, and staying focused while pursuing a wild idea, as well as my journey to writing my book, Will to Wild.
(0:22:59) - Stories of Adventure and Inspiration Self-love, care, strong choices, wild ideas, stories from 91-year-old psychologist, 70-something with heart transplant, 80-something fisherman, and learning from those who have gone before.
(0:32:36) - Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventures and Stories From journalist to brand promoter, exploring courage, stand-up paddle boarding in Indonesia and Peru, and getting a paddleboard.
(0:36:49) - Podcasting, Research, and Sponsorship Strategy We discuss researching and preparing for conversations, podcasting skills, engaging listeners with sponsors, pitching sponsorships, and providing value.
(0:49:36) - Outdoor Outreach and Podcasting Awards We discuss podcasting, kids' outdoor activities, and award-winning podcasts.
(0:54:43) - Telling the Truth and TEDx Talks TEDx experience, storytelling, media landscape, humor, speaker coaching, and slides discussed.
(0:59:19) - The Power of Adventure and Awe Awe, nature, podcasting, storytelling, and media are discussed to explore how they can bring mindfulness and connection.
(1:07:33) - Exploring Outdoor Adventure and Podcast Growth We discuss alcohol, outdoor brands, surfing, and podcast growth, emphasizing nature without substances.
(1:13:23) - Promoting Your Podcast With Apple Podcasts Networking, Apple Podcasts, newsletters, and continuing the conversation are key to promoting a podcast.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/514
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/514
Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Territory, Bearvault, Trxstle, Chota Outdoor Gear
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Join us as we engage in a compelling conversation with our guest, Shelby Stanger, Host of the Podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living. Shelby shares her unique journey from being an adventure columnist at 19 to creating a podcast that grabbed the attention of REI Co-op. Her passion for storytelling and engaging in in-depth interviews led to a partnership with REI Co-op, which purchased her podcast in 2020. Shelby's love for podcasting isn't just about telling stories; it's about the conversations, the learning, and the opportunity to connect with people.
We also take the opportunity to share some of our own experiences in the podcasting world. Listen as we recount our own journey from being an adventure journalist, to running marketing and PR events for women, consulting with international surfing brands, and then finally launching our own podcast. We talk about the lessons we've learned from others' wild ideas, our own struggles with writing a book, and share our advice for those who are considering going all in on their own wild ideas.
We take a look at the importance of self-love and care, sharing inspiring stories from the podcast, and exploring the world of stand-up paddleboarding. Our conversation goes on to explore the technicalities of podcasting, the significance of engaging listeners with sponsors, and the impact of outdoor outreach. We discuss the changing landscape of media, the power of storytelling, and even our experience with TEDx Talks. We hope you find inspiration, motivation, and perhaps even your own wild idea to pursue.
Episode Chapters with Shelby Stanger on Wild Ideas Worth Living
(0:00:05) - Podcasting and Partnership With REI Shelby started a podcast, which was bought by REI Co-op in 2020, to continue her passion for interviewing people and telling stories.
(0:10:34) - Lessons From the Podcast I share lessons on facing fear, dealing with imposter syndrome, and staying focused while pursuing a wild idea, as well as my journey to writing my book, Will to Wild.
(0:22:59) - Stories of Adventure and Inspiration Self-love, care, strong choices, wild ideas, stories from 91-year-old psychologist, 70-something with heart transplant, 80-something fisherman, and learning from those who have gone before.
(0:32:36) - Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventures and Stories From journalist to brand promoter, exploring courage, stand-up paddle boarding in Indonesia and Peru, and getting a paddleboard.
(0:36:49) - Podcasting, Research, and Sponsorship Strategy We discuss researching and preparing for conversations, podcasting skills, engaging listeners with sponsors, pitching sponsorships, and providing value.
(0:49:36) - Outdoor Outreach and Podcasting Awards We discuss podcasting, kids' outdoor activities, and award-winning podcasts.
(0:54:43) - Telling the Truth and TEDx Talks TEDx experience, storytelling, media landscape, humor, speaker coaching, and slides discussed.
(0:59:19) - The Power of Adventure and Awe Awe, nature, podcasting, storytelling, and media are discussed to explore how they can bring mindfulness and connection.
(1:07:33) - Exploring Outdoor Adventure and Podcast Growth We discuss alcohol, outdoor brands, surfing, and podcast growth, emphasizing nature without substances.
(1:13:23) - Promoting Your Podcast With Apple Podcasts Networking, Apple Podcasts, newsletters, and continuing the conversation are key to promoting a podcast.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/514
Previous Episode
WFS 513 - The Life and Works of Ernest Hemingway with Mark Cirino - One True Pod, One True Sentence, Mets
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/513
Presented by: Smitty's Fly Box, Waters West
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Mark Cirino, co-host of the One True Podcast, takes us on an enthralling exploration of the life and works of one of literature's most influential figures, Ernest Hemingway. In our interview, we took a deep dive into Hemingway's experiences, his writing process, and the enduring legacy of his works.
Whether you're a devoted Hemingway fan or a literary enthusiast, this episode promises to be a captivating exploration. Join us as we unravel the complexities of Hemingway's life and appreciate the timeless power of his writing.
The Life and Works of Ernest Hemingway Show Notes with Mark Cirino
2:13 - Mark grew up in a household where his parents were readers. Her mother was a writer and his father was a journalist. This is also where he talks about how he stumbled upon Ernest Hemingway's works.
3:48 - Mark talks about what the war meant to Hemingway.
5:49 - He describes Hemingway's writing style and the iceberg theory. Ernest's style may have come from his journalism background and his subject matter. The men of action that he writes about are involved in crises or dangerous situations.
11:30 - We dig into Hemingway's early life when his love for the outdoors started, particularly fishing. He mentions the places that Ernest wrote about such as Michigan where he wrote Indian Camp and The Doctor and the Doctor's Wife among others.
13:32 - He differentiates the real Ernest from the myth of him.
18:58 - He had Ken Burns and Lynn Novick on the One True Podcast to talk about their PBS documentary on Hemingway.
Ken Burns and Lynn Novick also co-wrote the introduction in their book called One True Sentence: Writers & Readers on Hemingway's Art.
20:52 - In Hemingway's memoir called A Moveable Feast, he talks about how to deal with writer's block by starting with one true sentence and going on from there.
22:20 - He talks about fishing in relation to Hemingway's works.
24:05 - I mentioned John Gierach, author of several fly-fishing books, whom we had in the podcast in episodes 047 and 434.
25:36 - In Hemingway's journey as a fisherman, he bought a fishing boat in 1934 which he called Pilar. Mark has an episode in his podcast with Paul Hendrickson where they talked about the latter's book called Hemingway's Boat: Everything He Loved in Life, and Lost.
26:45 - Hemingway's works inspire Mark to keep his curiosity and continuously produce interesting topics for his podcast.
28:27 - We dig into the predator-prey concept in fishing and hunting in Hemingway's book called Islands in the Stream.
33:22 - His current favorite Hemingway work is A Farewell to Arms. He also talks about The Old Man and The Sea which he says is the perfect Hemingway theme of "winner take nothing".
36:36 - We talk about the end of Hemingway's life at the age of 61 in Ketchum, Idaho. His wife Mary said that he accidentally killed himself while cleaning his shotgun.
40:56 - Mark talks about Pauline Pfeiffer, Ernest Hemingway's second wife. He was married four times. He tackles more about her in his episode with Ruth Hawkins.
42:50 - I ask him about Ernest and Spanish bullfighting which he wrote about in his books entitled Death in the Afternoon and The Sun Also Rises.
44:46 - He shares some highlights from The Sun Also Rises.
49:13 - For those who haven't read any of Hemingway's works, he recommends starting with The Old Man and the Sea and one of his short stories called Big Two-Hearted River.
53:16 - He asks which I think is more conducive for soldiers returning home from the war between deep fishing and fly fishing.
54:12 - We dig into Hemingway's evolution of writing. From 1925 to 1929, he wrote four books which made him a literary superstar. His comeback in 1940 was successful because of his book entitled For Whom the Bell Tolls.
56:31 - He describes Hemingway as a pessimist as evident in an excerpt from his book In Death in the Afternoon, in which he says "All stories end in death, and he is no true-story teller who would keep that from you."
58:00 - He talks about that time in 1954 when Hemingway and his wife Mary survived two plane crashes in Africa, and his failed attempts before his suicide in 1961.
1:02:47 - He started the One True Podcast when he noticed that there were no podcasts focused on Ernest Hemingway. The Hemingway Society sponsors the podcast.
1:04:47 - He likes listening to other podcasts such as the Rico Brogna Podcast with Evan Roberts who is a crazy Met fan. We talk more about the M...
Next Episode
WFS 515 - Mossy Creek Fly Fishing with Colby Trow - Fly Fishing School, Fly Casting, Trout
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/515
Presented By: Jackson Hole Fly Company, Angler's Coffee, Chota Outdoor Gear
In this episode, we're joined by Colby Trow, the founder of Mossy Creek Fly Fishing. Colby takes us on a journey from his early days with a cane pole to running a successful fly shop in Northern Virginia.
We'll also explore the diverse fishing opportunities Mossy Creek offers, including their unique three-part casting clinic. Plus, stay tuned for a rundown of what the school we're putting together with Colby is going to be like.
Show Notes with Colby Trow on Mossy Creek Fly Fishing. Hit play below! 👇🏻
01:40 - Colby's earliest fishing memory was at Wintergreen Resort with his grandfather. They used a simple cane pole, a red and white bobber, a couple of split shots, and a hook.
02:40 - When Colby was about 8 or 9 years old, he received his first fly rod as a gift, while his twin brother, Brian, got a mountain bike. At first, Brian teased Colby about it, but that all changed when he witnessed Colby successfully catching a fish. After that, even Brian got interested in fishing.
03:36 - Colby worked at a fly shop during his college years. Later on, both Colby and Brian relocated to Northern Virginia to explore a potential business venture. While researching this opportunity, they stumbled upon the chance to purchase a local fly shop in town.
06:00 - Tom Sadler is a member of the Mossy Creek team, and we were fortunate to have him as a guest on episode 98.
11:39 - We delved into the details of putting the school together, and he described what the experience would be like.
17:34 - The Rapidan River is well-known in the region. The Jackson Tailwater is one of two tailwater fisheries and is renowned as a fantastic wild trout fishery. Mossy Creek is a blue-ribbon spring creek offering nearly 4 miles of publicly accessible water.
21:35 - Colby shares insights about the significant hatches that occur in their area.
25:00 - Colby mentioned that being in a college town with James Madison University nearby, they have plenty of hotel options available.
36:00 - We get a rundown of the fish species and their sizes that you can catch in the area.
44:50 - Colby tells us about their very regimented three-part casting clinic.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/515
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