On Step Alaska

Danny Lehr is the co-founder of Caffeine and Kilos, Excel Health and Fitness (Manteca, CA) and The Lifting Fix (Youtube). In this episode we talk about his new book writing project, nutrition, exercise and goal setting. 

Heather Kelly is the founder of Heather's Choice and makes lightweight packable meals for adventures. In this episode we recap her appearance on Shark Tank (episode aired Jan. 12) and dive into the reality of entrepreneurship. 

Isaac Updike is a 2010 graduate of Ketchikan High School who finished 3rd in the steeplechase at the United States Track and Field Championships in July. In this episode we talk about his high school running days, nutrition, shoes, injuries, and his journey to becoming a pro. 

Abby and I kick off 2024 with a brief recap of our trip to Tucson. We discuss resolutions and the the importance of adventures in a world more and more consumed by social media and also discuss Scarcity Brain a book by Michael Easter that we listened to while we killed a 6-hour layover in Seattle. 

Abby and I recap 2023. We talk about finishing the house, building the greenhouse, planting seeds, fishing, hunting, gear and what we're looking forward to in 2024. 

In this episode I look back at the best stuff from 2023 - gear, podcasts, packs, books and films. 

Harrison Gottschling and I discuss trapping, mining, sustainability and the Alaska draw which closes Dec. 15. 

Jen Loofbourrow is founder of Alpine Fit, a gear brand based in Anchorage. In this episode we talk about the technology behind (and development of) good gear, kayak adventures, skiing and the importance of finding active groups to make winter fun.

Originally aired Feb 6, 2023