The Caroline Gleich Show

In this episode of the Caroline Gleich Show, Caroline sits down with Wes Siler — outdoorsman, journalist, and Montana Senate candidate — to unravel the alarming efforts to dismantle America’s public lands. From the notorious Mike Lee amendment to the “Big Ugly” bill, Wes breaks down what’s really happening behind closed doors in Washington and why the outdoor community must act now.In this special audio podcast, Caroline and Wes dive deep into: - What the Mike Lee and Senator Daines amendments really mean.- Which public lands are most at risk of being sold off.- Why the Antiquities Act and national monuments may be next on the chopping block.- Why Wes is running for office — and why YOU might consider it too.Plus: Caroline and Wes show you how to call your senator, build bipartisan coalitions, and defend the wild places we all love.Wes Siler on Substackhttps://wessiler.substack.comWes Siler on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/wessiler/Wes Siler Official Websitehttps://www.wessiler.comMake your voice heard using the 5calls:https://5calls.orgMusic provided by Rising Appalachia:⁦https://www.risingappalachia.comCaroline Gleich Official Websitehttps://carolinegleich.comCaroline Gleich's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/carolinegleich#carolinegleich #politicspodcast #publiclands

In this episode of The Caroline Gleich Show, Caroline sits down with Si-Hua, an REI employee from Durham, North Carolina, who’s been on the frontlines of the growing movement to unionize REI stores across the country. Since helping his store unionize in 2023, Si-Hua has been a key figure in local contract negotiations and the broader national campaign.Caroline, whose own outdoor career began at an REI cash register, shares why this movement matters so deeply to her—and why the co-op’s “People and Planet First” values must extend to its workers.Together, Caroline and Si-Hua discuss what it means to unionize, the challenges workers face in organizing, and what it would take for REI to truly walk its talk. They also cover wins, frustrations, and what gives them hope for the future of retail labor in the outdoor industry.Stay tuned for rapid-fire questions, real talk from the floor, and ways you can support REI workers fighting for a better, more equitable workplace.

Join Caroline Gleich and Congressman Gabe Vasquez for a special episode announcing the formation of the Public Lands Caucus, a new bipartisan coalition in Congress committed to protecting America's public lands. From national parks to backcountry trails, these cherished places are where we hike, hunt, fish, camp, and connect with nature—and they’re under threat.In this episode, we dive into:Why this new caucus matters for the future of outdoor access and conservation.What’s at stake for public lands across the country.How you can get involved in safeguarding the wild spaces we all love.Led by Reps. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM) and Ryan Zinke (R-MT), this initiative brings together lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to ensure that our public lands remain "for the benefit and enjoyment of the people." Don’t miss this important conversation about the future of our shared outdoor heritage.

In this episode of The Caroline Gleich Show, Caroline sits down with Dr. Tracee Metcalfe, a distinguished internal medicine physician and accomplished high-altitude mountaineer. https://traceelmetcalfe.comTracee Metcalfe's remarkable journey has led her to summit all of the world's fourteen peaks exceeding 8,000 meters, including the formidable Annapurna, K2, and Nanga Parbat. Born in Southern California, Tracee Metcalfe's passion for climbing ignited after moving to Colorado, where she immersed herself in the state's renowned 14,000-foot peaks. Her medical career intertwined with her love for the mountains during her tenure with the National Park Service on Denali, Alaska, where she provided medical assistance and participated in rescue operations. This experience paved the way for her role as an expedition doctor on peaks such as Manaslu, Everest, and Makalu. Throughout the conversation, Tracee Metcalfe shares insights into overcoming personal challenges and tips for those who want to climb high mountains . Join us for an inspiring discussion that delves into the intersections of medicine, mountaineering, and mentorship, highlighting Dr. Metcalfe's extraordinary contributions to both the medical field and the climbing community.📸 Follow Caroline Gleich on Instagram:@CarolineGleich #carolinegleich #mountaineering #mountainclimbing#traceemetcalfe #8000mpeaks

In this interview, pro skier, mountaineer, climate advocate, and recent U.S. Senate candidate Caroline Gleich talks with David Garbett, co-founder of Stewardship Utah. David, who also ran for Salt Lake County Mayor, shares his passion for protecting Utah's land, air, and water through elections, policy, and democracy. Caroline and David discuss the vital role of grassroots involvement and the importance of civic engagement in safeguarding Utah’s natural resources. Learn about their inspiring work, the challenges they face, and how you can join in the movement for a sustainable future in Utah.

Welcome to "The Caroline Gleich Show," where we dive deep into the worlds of adventure, activism, and the incredible stories of those pushing the boundaries in their fields. I'm your host, Caroline Gleich, and today, we have two phenomenal women who are not just making waves, but creating entire oceans of change. First up, we have Carolina Rubio MacWright—a true force of nature. Carolina is an artist, an immigration lawyer, an ultrarunner and coach, and a passionate climate-migrant activist. Her work weaves together the art of storytelling, the power of the law, and the spirit of endurance to fight for a more just and sustainable world. Whether she's in the courtroom, on the trails, or creating art, Carolina is always pushing for change and inspiring others to do the same. And joining us as well is Vanessa Chavarriaga, a proud Colombian immigrant and environmental sociologist with a deep connection to the mountains. As a mountain athlete, Vanessa brings her love for the outdoors and her commitment to environmental justice to every adventure she embarks on. Her unique perspective as a Latina in the outdoor industry and her research into the intersection of community, culture, and the environment make her a vital voice in the movement towards a more inclusive and sustainable future. I'm beyond excited to have Carolina and Vanessa here with us today to share their stories, insights, and passions. So, without further ado, let's dive into this conversation and explore the extraordinary journeys of these inspiring women. Stay tuned—this is going to be an episode you won't want to miss! 📸 Follow Caroline Gleich on Instagram: @CarolineGleich @CarolineForUtah

Today on the Caroline Gleich Show Podcast, we are joined by State Senator, Nate Blouin. Senator Blouin represents Senate District 13, which consists of parts of Salt Lake City, South Salt Lake, and Murray. Since being elected to the Utah Legislature in 2022, he has emerged as one of the most outspoken advocates of progressive solutions to Utah’s most pressing climate issues. In this episode of the Caroline Gleich Show Podcast, we will discuss some of the work that Senator Blouin and other Democrats at the Legislature have been doing to make our state’s future prosperous for all Utahns and we'll discuss what it's like to run for public office. We’ll also delve into Utah’s political landscape and discuss statewide challenges that shape our state’s political discourse, as well as what the future of Utah’s political environment will be. 🔗 Connect with Nate Blouin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nateforutah/ 📸 Follow Caroline Gleich on Instagram: @CarolineGleich @CarolineForUtah #CarolineGleich #utahelections #Nate Blouin

Welcome to The Caroline Gleich Show! In this episode, we're thrilled to chat with Carol Anderson, an Utah-based data scientist and machine learning expert specializing in AI ethics and risk management. As an officer at the AI Risk and Vulnerability Alliance, Carol brings invaluable insights into how AI and algorithms impact our lives. Formerly an academic molecular biologist, her unique background adds depth to our conversation Join us for an exciting discussion on the influence of AI and algorithms worldwide! 🔗 Connect with Carol Anderson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolmanderson/ 📸 Follow Caroline Gleich on Instagram: @CarolineGleich @CarolineForUtah #CarolineGleich #AI #Algorithms.

Welcome to "The Caroline Gleich Show." In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Utah beekeeping with McKay Orton, a renowned natural beekeeping expert in the Beehive State. Utah, known for its rich beekeeping history, symbolizes productivity and family-friendly living, and McKay embodies these values. She has guided Caroline Gleich and Rob Lea in setting up their own backyard beehive and offers beekeeping classes and honey tastings globally. Join us to learn insider tips and insights from McKay Orton, and discover how bees contribute to making Utah a vibrant, productive community. Don't miss out on this engaging and informative episode! Discover more about McKAY on Instagram: @mckayjo Keywords: Utah beekeeping, McKay Orton, Beehive State, backyard beehive, beekeeping classes, honey tastings, family-friendly Utah.

Join Rosemary Card (aka "Rosie Card"), entrepreneur, author, and passionate advocate for women's rights and nuanced cultural conversations, in this engaging podcast and YouTube series. As the founder of Cue Noir and Card Ware and the author of "Model Mormon" and "House of Light," Rosie brings her unique perspective and dedication to fostering understanding and bridging divides through education and open dialogue. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Rosie shares insights from her life with her husband, one-year-old son, and two dogs, inviting listeners and viewers to explore the important issues of our time. Rosie Card on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosiecard Follow Caroline Gleich on Instagram: @CarolineGleich @CarolineForUtah #carolinegleich #utah #mormonism

Join Caroline Gleich and Neena Earl Andersen as they delve into personal and professional topics, including Caroline's candidacy for the US Senate in Utah and Neena's journey advocating for reproductive healthcare. In this episode of The Caroline Gleich Show, Neena courageously shares her experiences with pregnancy loss, high-risk pregnancies, and her recent abortion, sparking insightful discussions on stigma, decision-making processes, and the impact of elections on women's rights. With empathy and candor, they explore the importance of open dialogue, access to resources, and the need for political leadership to protect reproductive freedoms. Tune in for a heartfelt exchange on advocating for change at every level. Join the climb: www.carolineforutah.com Neena Earl Andersen is a Utah County resident, devoted mother, and skilled artist specializing in earrings and flower arrangements. Recognized as a steadfast advocate for reproductive freedom, Neena brings her personal experiences and passion to the forefront of discussions surrounding family planning and the importance of defending access to reproductive healthcare. Neena Earl Andersen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neenaearl/

Join Caroline Gleich, professional ski mountaineer, advocate, and US Senate candidate, in a dynamic discussion with Reed Galen, as they discuss the upcoming US presidential election, Caroline's US Senate campaign, and the importance of independent thinking. Join the climb: www.carolineforutah.com Reed Galen is the co-founder of The Lincoln Project and author of "The Home Front" on Substack. He has nearly 30 years of national political experience, including three presidential campaigns and too many others to count. Reed now spends his time ensuring Donald Trump isn’t reelected and working to repair American democracy. The Lincoln Project: www.lincolnproject.us

Vanessa Chavarriaga is a mountain athlete, skier, environmental sociology and Colombian immigrant. Last winter, I had one of my favorite days on skis with her as part of an informal ski mentorship program I did to support women of color in snowsports. In this episode, we discuss mentorship, reciprocity, making the jump from being passionate about the outdoors to being an advocate, elevating women outside and gett more people involved as activists. She talks about her childhood, her backcountry, how she got into backcountry skiing and her advice for other folks getting into it. Vanessa is a rising star in the outdoor world and you won't want to miss this podcast. 

Dr. Michelle Guitard is a paleoceanographer interested in understanding the interactions between Antarctica’s ice shelves and ice sheets and the surrounding ocean. A paleoceanographer is a scientist who uses natural archives to study how the marine environment changed through time. The natural archive that she relies on are sediment cores, which contain layers of mud that provide a snapshot of the environment in which the mud was deposited. Her work is focused on reconstruction the history of the Antarctic ice sheet through the Pleistocene (last 2.5 million years) and the Holocene (12,000-2.5 million years ago), studying how the outlet glacier systems in East Antarctica evolved.  On this episode, we discuss her work and Antarctic fieldwork, getting her Ph.D., gender and racial diversity among doctorates in earth, atmospheric and ocean sciences.  Her research has implications for understanding the stability of the entire Antarctic Ice Sheet, which be critical for predicting how Antarctica will respond to a warming climate. Learn more and follow her work on her Twitter page: https://twitter.com/mich_loves_mud

Dr. Alison Banwell is a glacier scientist (aka ‘glaciologist’) who loves glaciers but hates the cold. She is from the UK and is currently a research scientist at the University of Colorado Boulder. Alison has been on five field expeditions to Antarctica, three of which she led. She feels particularly grateful for since women have only been allowed to do fieldwork with the British program since the 1980s! On this episode, Caroline and Alison discuss her background, experiences in the field and the parallels between gender bias in science and mountaineering. In December 2021, my partner, Rob Lea, our friend, mountain guide, Jonathon Spitzer, and I will be in Antarctica climbing and skiing the highest peak, Mt. Vinson. As I was researching climate science in Antarctica, I was shocked to learn that women were banned from Antarctic climate research until the 60s in the US and the mid 80s in the U.K. Now, women are playing leading roles in Antarctic polar research, although there are still significant barriers, especially for women of color. These barriers are similar to those faced by women who want to get into ski mountaineering: implicit bias, lack of diversity of sizes in appropriate gear and equipment, and sometimes, outright harassment. Going to Antarctica is an enormous privilege; I want to give back by communicating the importance of climate science through these women’s research. Because when women lead, we see better climate policies. How we treat women sets the tone for how we treat the environment. I want to see more women getting to the top. This series features leading climate scientists who are Breaking the Ice Ceiling. Follow Dr. Alison Banwell on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AliBanwell and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alibanwell/

For Dr. Jennifer Kay (she/her/hers), global warming and ice loss brings up many headspaces. “I’m curious, scared, hopeful, frustrated, and inspired all at once.” As a climate scientist at the University of Colorado, understanding the physics of snow, clouds and ice is her job. Growing up in upstate New York, she spent most of her days skiing, sledding, and loving snow. It’s not surprising that she loves all things cold. Now, she’s a doctor, professor, and highly cited researcher with a focus on polar regions. In our warming world, polar regions are losing snow and ice. For example, the loss of land-based ice in West Antarctica and Greenland is currently causing irreversible sea level rise. Because land-based ice sheets can melt and collapse so much faster than they can be rebuilt from snow accumulation, this current land ice melt is irreversible on human timescales. Irreversible keeps Dr. Kay up at night. What will happen to the billions of dollars, lives, and ecosystems that depend on coastal environments?  What will happen to Island Nations and Coastal Cities?  Does everyone understand what is at stake here? Dr. Kay stresses: “We have a shared climate future. Investing in infrastructure and committing to reduce greenhouse gases are encouraging steps, but more action is needed. Irreversible ice loss is just one of many reasons we need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions now.” On this episode, we talk about the climate crisis, how adventurers and scientists can work together and about gender bias in climate science. Follow Dr. Kay on Twitter to continue learning about her work: https://twitter.com/jenkaycu

On this episode, I chat with Utah Avalanche Center forecaster and mountain guide Nikki Champion about her background, what it’s like being a woman in snow science, her favorite mountain adventures and her advice for people who want to get into backcountry skiing. We also discuss how technology has changed the backcountry skiing game, how it can help us stay safer or make more informed decisions, and how it can lead us to take more risks. The fastest-growing segment of the skiing market is backcountry. With more participation, we’re seeing unprecedented numbers of avalanche-related incidents. For forecasters, this means greater demands on frequency of observations, duration of the season they’re covering, and geography they’re reporting on. The opportunities for avalanche centers are bottomless—the funding, however, is not. In November, onX Backcountry is donating $10 of every membership to support forecasting. By leveraging their Slope Angle and Avalanche Forecast layers you’ll have access to the tools that help inform safer backcountry travel this year. Sign up here: https://webmap.onxmaps.com/backcountry/purchase/membership?promo=caroline20 Check out the Know Before you go program here: https://kbyg.org/

On today's episode, I catch up with my friend, former clean energy and climate advisor to the Obama White House, Molly Kawahata, to talk about the most significant climate bill in US history: the Build Back Better Act. The Build Back Better Act will deliver environmental justice, create millions of jobs and lower energy bills.  This podcast is brought to you by Climate Power, an advocacy organization focused on passing the most transformative climate legislation in American history. Follow Climate Power on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/climatepower/ Follow Molly Kawahata on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollykawahata/ We need your support. Text code SCIENCE to 434-266-8464 to call your elected officials in Congress and ask them to vote yes on the Build Back Better Act. 

Support for the Caroline Gleich Show and stoke-fueled adventure seekers everywhere comes from Ikon Pass. From this spring to next winter, the mountains are where the stoke lives. These are the moments that, when we own them, we own them forever. On Sale Now for the 21/22 Season, From $399, discover pass options and own the stoke at: ikonpass.com Micheli Oliver is a photographer, geographer and descendant of the Niitsitapi (Niit-sit-api) Blackfeet and Shawnee peoples, based out of Eastern Shoshone and Shosone-Bannock Traditional Territories colonized as Driggs, Idaho. A strong advocate for the land, she shares photos that cultivate a mentality of inclusivity. The land and her people are what drive her forward in telling stories and uplifting Indigenous voices. Micheli works with On the Land Media and her own Photography collective, Loud Mouth Visuals, to elevate underrepresented BIPOC voices specifically in the outdoor industry. In this episode, we take a deep dive into Micheli’s first memories of being stoked on the mountain and how she got into skiing and ski photography and gives us tips about how to capture good imagery on the slopes. She shares about her Indigenous heritage and how she balances that with having some privileges of European ancestry and about honoring most the masculine and feminine forces within. We also talk about ways to decolonize snow sports and she gives us advice for people trying to get good photos while they’re on the slopes. Learn more about Micheli and follow her: https://www.instagram.com/micsteeze/ https://loudmouthvisuals.com/ Episode art photo: Bjarne Salen

Support for the Caroline Gleich Show and stoke-fueled adventures everywhere comes from Ikon Pass. From this spring to next winter, the mountains are where the stoke lives. These are the moments that, when we own them, we own them forever. On Sale Now for the 21/22 Season, From $399, discover pass options and own the stoke at: ikonpass.com This episode’s guest is Claire Smallwood. Claire is freeskier and the executive director and co-founder of SheJumps, a women's outdoor recreation-focused nonprofit organization facilitating the participation of women and girls in outdoor activities through free and low-cost outdoor education. Smallwood was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico to a family of ranchers, entrepreneurs, and farmers.  She is a graduate of Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon. Smallwood founded SheJumps along with professional freeskier Lynsey Dyer and journalist Vanessa Pierce. At its 2014 Women + Sports Summit, ESPNW awarded her a $10,000 Everyday Heroes grant in recognition of her work. On this episode, we talk about what brings Claire the stoke! We talk about her background, where she learned to ski or ride and her first memories of being stoked on the mountain. We learn about her work with SheJumps and how it’s grown over the last eleven years, including the SheJumps x Ikon Pass scholarship program. Then we talk about the future of SheJumps, while bringing the stoke by hearing about Claire’s favorite places to ski and what is next on her bucket list. I’ve known Claire for over a decade and I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to connect with her and hear more about her work. You can learn more about SheJumps here: https://www.shejumps.org And follow Claire here: https://www.instagram.com/clairesmallwood_/?hl=en

Support for the Caroline Gleich Show and stoke-fueled adventure seekers everywhere comes from Ikon Pass. From this spring to next winter, the mountains are where the stoke lives. These are the moments that, when we own them, we own them forever. On Sale Now for the 21/22 Season, From $399, discover pass options and own the stoke at ikonpass.com This episode's guest is Kimmy Fasani. Kimmy has been a pioneer in women’s snowboarding since she became the first woman snowboarder to land a double backflip in the park and the powder in 2011. Aside from being a longtime powerhouse in snowboard film production, Kimmy’s resume also includes a strong social media following and a stack of published photos. She is a vocal ambassador for Boarding For Breast Cancer, Protect Our Winters, LIV Bicycles, and luluemon. Kimmy and her husband, Chris Benchetler- a professional skier married in 2011, are also Co-Owners in Dessert’D Organic Bake Shop, an organic/all natural bakery with a storefront in Mammoth Lakes, CA. They are also co-owners in Juneshine Hard Kombucha, and Marea Coffee. In this episode, we chat about motherhood and mountains, how she became a sponsored snowboarder, and her life in Mammoth with her two children, Koa and Zeppelin, with her partner, Chris Benchetler. She gives us advice on fueling and planning travel with children and how she finds balance with so many sticks in the fire. We talk about how the mountains and the outdoors have served as mothers for us and she shares her upcoming projects and goals. Learn more about Kimmy: http://kimmyfasani.com/bio/ Huge thanks to Ikon Pass for supporting this series! 

For episode 30 of the Caroline Gleich Show (and to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.), we are releasing a special episode about disrupting implicit bias in the outdoors with the Avarna Group.  On this episode, I sit down with Ava Holliday and Aparna Rajagopal, the founders o the Avarna Group. We take a deep dive into how we can embrace inclusivity to build resiliency for the environmental movement and create an equitable future for people and the planet. We hear the origin story, what they do now, and we share our own experiences with bias in the outdoors. We hear about their work with the Avarna Group  About the Avarna Group: "We envision a more resilient and connected world where all humans sustain healthy relationships with ourselves, one another, and our planet. We manifest this vision by creating pathways, providing resources, and innovating strategies that support the outdoor and environmental sector in their evolution toward justice, equity, diversity, inclusion (collectively, JEDI). Specifically, we provide this sector and its leaders with learning experiences, assessments, implementation planning, mentorship and coaching, intentional convenings, and resources. Learn more about our approach and values here. The Avarna Group fills a gap for organizations working with fulfill their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts by supporting with resources and services to navigate through cultural change toward a more sustainable future." Learn more and support their work: https://theavarnagroup.com/

How can backcountry skiers, snowboarders and human-powered snowsports enthusiasts use their knowledge and experience to protect the places they love to play? Today's guests are Hilary Eisen and David Page from non-profit organization Winter Wildlands Alliance (WWA).  Hilary Eisen is the Policy Director, holds degrees in wildlife biology and conservation and works on National Forest winter travel management and other policy issues that affect backcountry skiers. She's based in Bozeman, MT. David Page is the Advocacy Director at WWA. He's an award-winning journalist, avid backcountry skiers and is based in Mammoth, California. In this episode, we talk about their love of human-powered snowsports, what WWA does, what the biggest threats are to the human-powered snowsports experience, and they share their best tips for folks taking up backcountry skiing or snowboarding for the first time. They also share how backcountry enthusiasts can show up and speak up to protect the places we love to play.  This episode is part of "Stories from the Skintrack", a special series on the show to help you learn about avalanche and mountain safety through the personal experiences of special guests. We will be talking about close calls and fatalities, tips and tricks on getting into backcountry skiing and splitboarding, climate change, inclusion, mentorship and much more. Stories from the Skintrack is brought to you in partnership/collaboration with Backcountry.com. The first item ever sold on Backcountry.com was an avalanche beacon out of a garage in Park City, UT way back in 1996. For over 20 years, Backcountry has been dedicated to gearing up folks for safe & unforgettable experiences on the skintrack.  Whether you are thinking about getting into backcountry skiing this year, or just need to make sure you are adequately prepared with the right gear, the Backcountry Gearheads are amazing resources that can help you find exactly what you need. And be sure to also check out your local avalanche forecast center for additional education & information….  gear + knowledge = safety and fun for all! Check out the backcountry.com gear guide: https://www.backcountry.com/sc/winter-gear-guide Protect NEPA and get involved with Winter Wildlands Alliance: https://winterwildlands.org/

Today’s guest is Janelle Smiley, five time national ski mountaineering champion, endurance mountain runner, mom and an intuitive mindset coach. She completed the first ski descent of Huandoy East, a 6000 m peak in Peru, she ski toured across the entire Alps Range in 36 days, and has climbed the 48 classic climbs of North America. On this episode, we discuss how she got into mountaineering and backcountry skiing, skimo racing, avlanache safety, the Alps Traverse, team dynamics, gear, and being the only woman on the skintrack. We transition into talking about her pregnancy and birth experience and training as a new mom. She shares tips about getting into the mountains with children for new or existing parents. Janelle has been a longtime inspiration of mine and I was so excited to spend this time learning from her. This is Stories from the Skintrack, a special series on the show to help you learn about avalanche and mountain safety through the personal experiences of special guests. We will be talking about close calls and fatalities, tips and tricks on getting into backcountry skiing and splitboarding, climate change, inclusion, mentorship and much more. Stories from the Skintrack is brought to you in partnership/collaboration with Backcountry.com. The first item ever sold on Backcountry.com was an avalanche beacon out of a garage in Park City, UT way back in 1996. For over 20 years, Backcountry has been dedicated to gearing up folks for safe & unforgettable experiences on the skintrack.  Whether you are thinking about getting into backcountry skiing this year, or just need to make sure you are adequately prepared with the right gear, the Backcountry Gearheads are amazing resources that can help you find exactly what you need. And be sure to also check out your local avalanche forecast center for additional education & information….  gear + knowledge = safety and fun for all!  Thanks for listening today & stay tuned for the next episode of Stories from the Skintrack. Check out their gear guide: https://www.backcountry.com/sc/winter-gear-guide Be sure to follow Janelle on social media at:  https://www.instagram.com/janelle.smiley/?hl=en Check out Mark and Janelle's online avalanche course: https://www.mtnsense.com/ Check out Janelle's Mindset Coaching: https://www.janellesmiley.com/mentor Special thanks to Avery Sandack for his help with the audio on today’s episode, to my partner Rob Lea for being extra quiet while recording and to Jonah Cuddy for the beautiful intro and outro music. If you liked today’s episode, please rate, review and share it with a friend. Until next time.

Welcome to Episode 3 of Stories from the Skintrack, a special series on the show to help you learn about avalanche and mountain safety through the personal experiences of special guests. We will be talking about close calls and fatalities, tips and tricks on getting into backcountry skiing and splitboarding, climate change, inclusion, mentorship and much more. My guest on this episode is Brooklyn Bell, an artist, mountain biker and backcountry skier based in the Pacific Northwest. Even though Brooklyn is a ripping mountain biker, we focus on her athletic career in snowsports for this winter episode. We talk about how background, how she wanted to be a graphic designer, and how she merged her love of art with backcountry skiing, mountain biking and packaged into a career she loves. She gives us technical tips about avalanche safety, finding partners, managing expectations and gear selection. Brooklyn is one of my favorite people in the outdoor industry and you won’t want to miss this conversation! Stories from the Skintrack is brought to you in partnership/collaboration with Backcountry.com. The first item ever sold on Backcountry.com was an avalanche beacon out of a garage in Park City, UT way back in 1996. For over 20 years, Backcountry has been dedicated to gearing up folks for safe & unforgettable experiences on the skintrack.  Whether you are thinking about getting into backcountry skiing this year, or just need to make sure you are adequately prepared with the right gear, the Backcountry Gearheads are amazing resources that can help you find exactly what you need. And be sure to also check out your local avalanche forecast center for additional education & information….  gear + knowledge = safety and fun for all!  Thanks for listening today & stay tuned for the next episode of Stories from the Skintrack. Check out their gear guide: https://www.backcountry.com/sc/winter-gear-guide Be sure to follow Brooklyn on social media at: https://www.instagram.com/badgal_brooky/ Support her artwork through her shop: https://www.brooklynbelldesign.com/shop Special thanks to Avery Sandack for his help with the audio on today’s episode, to my partner Rob Lea for being extra quiet while recording and to Jonah Cuddy for the beautiful intro and outro music. If you liked today’s episode, please rate, review and share it with a friend. Until next time.

Welcome to Episode 2 of Stories from the Skintrack, a special four-part podcast series on the show to help you learn about avalanche and mountain safety through the personal experiences of four special guests. We will be talking about close calls and fatalities, tips and tricks on getting into backcountry skiing and splitboarding, climate change, inclusion, mentorship and much more. My guest on this episode is Rafael Pease, a splitboard mountaineer and environmentalist and founder of Connections Movement, an award-winning production company telling stories from remote corners of Earth to inspire action and create change.  I’ve been so impressed by his ability as an athlete and storyteller on human-powered, high-altitude expeditions and I’m excited to chat with him today about his background and accomplishments, the role of skiers and snowboarders as activists and advice for people who want to become mountaineers. Stories from the Skintrack is brought to you in partnership/collaboration with Backcountry.com. The first item ever sold on Backcountry.com was an avalanche beacon out of a garage in Park City, UT way back in 1996. For over 20 years, Backcountry has been dedicated to gearing up folks for safe & unforgettable experiences on the skintrack.  Whether you are thinking about getting into backcountry skiing this year, or just need to make sure you are adequately prepared with the right gear, the Backcountry Gearheads are amazing resources that can help you find exactly what you need. And be sure to also check out your local avalanche forecast center for additional education & information….  gear + knowledge = safety and fun for all!  Thanks for listening today & stay tuned for the next episode of Stories from the Skintrack. Check out their gear guide: https://www.backcountry.com/sc/winter-gear-guide Special thanks to Avery Sandack for his help with the audio on today’s episode, to my partner Rob Lea for being extra quiet while recording and to Jonah Cuddy for the beautiful intro and outro music. If you liked today’s episode, please rate, review and share it with a friend. Until next time.

Welcome to "Stories from the Skintrack", a special four-part podcast series on the show to help you learn about avalanche and mountain safety through the personal experiences of four special guests. We will be talking about close calls and fatalities, tips and tricks on getting into backcountry skiing and splitboarding, climate change, inclusion, mentorship and much more. My first guest is Bruce Tremper, one of the top avalanche experts in the US, author of the well-known book Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain, former director of the UAC for 30 years, and an avid photographer, skier and adventurer. I met Bruce when I was 15 years old, at the site where my half-brother’s body was recovered after his party encountered a glide avalanche during their ascent into Stairs Gulch in Utah’s Big Cottonwood Canyon. On this episode, we talk about how that shaped my desire to learn about avalanche safety, to develop my mountain sense and to always come home to my family and how I plan to honor my half-brother, Martin’s, legacy. Bruce shares his backstory, his why and his tips for people getting into the backcountry. Stories from the Skintrack are brought to you in partnership/collaboration with Backcountry.com. The first item ever sold on Backcountry.com was an avalanche beacon out of a garage in Park City, UT way back in 1996. For over 20 years, Backcountry has been dedicated to gearing up folks for safe & unforgettable experiences on the skintrack.  Whether you are thinking about getting into backcountry skiing this year, or just need to make sure you are adequately prepared with the right gear, the Backcountry Gearheads are amazing resources that can help you find exactly what you need. And be sure to also check out your local avalanche forecast center for additional education & information….  gear + knowledge = safety and fun for all!  Thanks for listening today & stay tuned for more Stories from the Skintrack. Check out their gear guide: https://www.backcountry.com/sc/winter-gear-guide Special thanks to Avery Sandack for his help with the audio on today’s episode, to my partner Rob Lea for being extra quiet while recording and to Jonah Cuddy for the beautiful intro and outro music. If you liked today’s episode, please rate, review and share it with a friend. Until next time. Thanks to Adam Clark for the photo!

On this episode, I chat with New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich about his backstory as an outdoorsperson, how he got into politics, and about current policy on public lands and climate change. Follow Senator Heinrich on Twitter: https://twitter.com/martinheinrich Follow Senator Heinrich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senatormartinheinrich/ Read the Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation (SOAR) Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/1665?q=%7B%22search%22%3A%5B%22recreation%22%5D%7D&s=5&r=3

Note: This episode contains strong language.  On this episode, I talk to Jenn Shelton, ultrarunner and fellow Patagonia ambassador about her experience with pregnancy as an elite athlete.  Thank you to Rising Appalachia for generously allowing me to use their music for the opening and closing jingles. https://www.risingappalachia.com/

How can we use our privilege as outdoors people to protect the environmenta and elevate Indgienous voices? Today, I talk to Natives Outdoors ambassador Connor Ryan, a Lakota skier, cyclist and outdoors person abut his background as a skier, his upcoming ride across the West coast, and how we can call in the outdoor industry to do better as environmental and social justice activists. Follow Connor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredstoke/ Support Break the BI(CYCLE): https://www.gofundme.com/f/breaktheBIcycle Learn more about Natives Outdoors: https://natives-outdoors.com/ Thank you to Rising Appalachia for allowing me to use their music in the opening and closing for the podcast: https://www.risingappalachia.com/

If you’re like me, you’re always emailing and contacted my elected officials. But what are the best practices for creating the changes we want to see in government? On this episode, I talk to Andy Beerman, mayor of Park City, UT about his background as a climber, how he got into policy, how trails are built, models of land conservation, best practices for every day citizens can influence their elected officials, climate change, renewable energy goals, Mountain Towns 2030 and how we can further the goals of BLM.  You won't want to miss this one.  https://mt2030.org/

Buster Skrine is a NFL football cornerback for the Chicago Bears. Originally from Atlanta, Buster is a father, an athlete, and entrepreneur. In addition to playing in the NFL, Buster runs Versatile NYC, a marketing firm and talent agency that represents athletes, models and entertainers. On this episode, we talk about his his children, his desire to become a dad, his siblings growing up, how he balances sport and family and business, his tips for recovery, his advice for new parents or people thinking about becoming parents, his skincare and haircare tips, his musical tastes and some of his favorite jams, how he discovered On, training for the Miami marathon, his sock preferences and wishing that everyone would do their own research and have their own opinions on issues going on instead of following others. This is episode three of Running Remixed on the Caroline Gleich Show, a special four-part series to showcase how a diverse group of athletes uses running to maximize their training and practice. We’ll hear from Buster for about 30 minutes which is designed to accompany you while you run. Then, we’ll turn it over to trainer Don Saladino, one of the most respected trainers in the business. He’s trained celebrities such as Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, and Hugh Jackman. He's created a workout inspired by Buster. This series is brought to you in collaboration with On to celebrate the launch of the new Cloud X shoe. Lightweight and ultra-reactive, the Cloud X is designed to be your secret weapon for short, high-tempo runs (up to 10km) and mixed movement workouts. It features CloudTec, Swiss-engineered technology that turns impact into acceleration, expanding as you lift off for impact protection, increased propulsion, and explosive takeoffs. On was born in the Swiss mountains and is committed to sustainability and responsibility, for people and the planet. Learn more: https://www.on-running.com/en-us/ After the interview, we get into our body weight and banded workout inspired by Buster. If you’d like to see videos of these workouts, go to www.on-running.com/remixed. This workout is designed to help improve strength, speed, and quickness Set a timer for 40 seconds of work and 20 seconds of rest.  40/20 A1) Hip airplane 40/20.  Perform this for each leg. A2) See saw lunge 40/20. Perform this for each leg. A3) Banded pushup 40/20 A4) matrix jump 40/20 A5) Lateral bounds 40/20 A6)bear crawls 40/20 continuous back and forth. 3 rounds totaling at 24 minutes of work

Pauline Ado is a pro surfer based in France. She’s was the ISA world Champion in 2017, and is the seven time World Surf League European Champion. Now, she is training to get back on the World Championship Tour and represent France during surfing’s first Olympic appearance in Tokyo 2020. This is episode three of Running Remixed on the Caroline Gleich Show, a special four-part series to showcase how a diverse group of athletes uses running to maximize their training and practice. We’ll hear from Pauline for about 30 minutes which is designed to accompany you while you run. Then, we’ll turn it over to trainer Don Saladino, one of the most respected trainers in the business. He’s trained celebrities such as Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, and Hugh Jackman. He's created a workout inspired by Pauline. This series is brought to you in collaboration with On to celebrate the launch of the new Cloud X shoe. Lightweight and ultra-reactive, the Cloud X is designed to be your secret weapon for short, high-tempo runs (up to 10km) and mixed movement workouts. It features CloudTec, Swiss-engineered technology that turns impact into acceleration, expanding as you lift off for impact protection, increased propulsion, and explosive takeoffs. On was born in the Swiss mountains and is committed to sustainability and responsibility, for people and the planet. Learn more: https://www.on-running.com/en-us/ On this episode, we talk about Pauline’s career, her favorite parts of surfing, having a growth mindset, her first time paragliding, her greatest accomplishments with surfing, what it’s like being on the world surf tour, her failures or setbacks, how running remixed fits into her training, how she discovered on, how she likes the Cloud X shoes, her tips for recovery, how she maintains a healthy diet while traveling, injuries, her tips for injury prevention, her activism and her upcoming goals including the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. After the interview, we get into our body weight and banded workout inspired by Pauline. If you’d like to see videos of these workouts, go to www.on-running.com/remixed. This workout is intended to work on posture and stability while implementing explosiveness and core strength. Set a timer for 30 seconds of work and 30 seconds of rest. We want to cut the work down to make sure that the explosive work is tighter. The increase in rest time will allow in more recovery as well.  Total workout time is 18 minutes. A1) Handcuffs to reach 30/30 lying flat in face down position A2) Banded Matrix step 30/30 A3) Shoulder taps 30/30 A4) Alt split jumps 30/30 A5) Explosive pushup A6) Chair against a wall with a band 30/30 Repeat this circuit for 3 total rounds totaling 18 minutes

This episode's guest is Viet Dang, an internationally known Hip Hop dancer, dance teacher and choreographer. Ethnically Vietnamese and raised in Switzerland, Viet has danced at the Grammy's and for artists such as Rihanna, Christina Aguilera, Nelly Furtado, Justin Timberlake, among others. He's worked with many artists as a movement coach and has taught professional dancers, artists, actors, and fitness instructors all facets of movement development and principles.  This is episode 2 of Running Remixed on the Caroline Gleich Show, a special four-part series to showcase how a diverse group of athletes uses running to maximize their training and practice. We'll hear from Viet for about 30 minutes, which is designed to accompany you while you run. Then, we'll turn it over to Don Saladino, one of the most respected trainers in the business. He's trained celebrities such as Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, and Hugh Jackman. He's created a short workout inspired by Viet. This series is brought to you in collaboration with On to celebrate the launch of the new Cloud X shoe. Lightweight and ultra-reactive, the Cloud X is designed to be your secret weapon for short, high-tempo runs (up to 10km) and mixed movement workouts. It features CloudTec, Swiss-engineered technology that turns impact into acceleratoin, expanding as you lift off for impact protection, increased propulsion, and explosive takeoffs. On was born in the Swiss mountains and is committed to sustainability and responsibility, for people and the planet. Learn more: https://www.on-running.com/en-us/ On this episode, we discuss Viet's career teaching dance classes from his start in Switzerland and his move to Los Angeles, CA, his favorite part of being a dancer and choreographer, his affinity for languages (he speaks seven), how dance can contribute to social change, how dance brings people together, what accomplishments he's most proud of, what failures he's made, what he's learn from them, his tips for injury prevention and recovery, a typical day of training, his latest Wushu training, how he maintains freedom of movement, his favorite types of food, how he discovered On, what projects he's working on currently, how he's adapting to the uncertainty of the pandemic, and what he hopes his legacy will be. After the interview, we get into our body weight and banded workout inspired by Viet. If you'd like to see videos of these workouts, go to www.on-running.com/remixed This workout is intended to improve overall mobility and core strenght. Set a timer for 50 seconds of work and 20 seconds of rest for each movement. 6 total movements performed in a circuit of 3 rounds total. 1) Thoracic bridges 40/20 reps. 2) Banded monster walks 40/20. 3-5 reps in each direction continuously for 40 seconds. 3) RFESS (rear foot elevated split squats) 40 seconds on 1 leg, 20 seconds off, and then repeat another 40 seconds on the opposite leg with 20 seconds of rest. You will need to elevate your back leg on a chair or step. 4) Band splits 40/20 5) Wall hand stands 40/20. Hold this position at your comfort level. Do not expect to get all 40 seconds. If need be, walk or kick yourself down to reset and catch your breath. 6) Banded hamstring stretch. 40/20 on each leg. Repeat this workout for a total of 3 rounds. This workout will take 24 minutes. Follow Viet: https://www.instagram.com/dandangviet/ Follow Don: https://www.donsaladino.com/

Welcome to Running Remixed on the Caroline Gleich Show, a special four-part series to showcase how a diverse group of athletes uses running to maximize their training and practice. We’ll hear how they live, work, train and incorporate running for about 30 minutes which is designed to accompany you while you run. Then, we’ll hear from trainer Don Saladino, one of the most respected trainers in the business. He’s trained celebrities such as Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively and Hugh Jackman. He’s created a 15 minute workout inspired by each athlete to celebrate how running remixed helps them stay fit, active and healthy to finish the show. This series is brought to you in collaboration with On to celebrate the launch of the new Cloud X shoe. Lightweight and ultra-reactive, the Cloud X is designed to be your secret weapon for short, high-tempo runs (up to 10km) and mixed movement workouts. It features CloudTec, Swiss-engineered technology that turns impact into acceleration, expanding as you lift off for impact protection, increased propulsion, and explosive takeoffs. On was born in the Swiss mountains and is committed to sustainability and responsibility, for people and the planet. If you order the Cloud X now, On will include a free resistance band (made in Germany by Blackroll) to maximize your running remixed workout (while stocks last). Learn more: https://www.on-running.com/en-us/ On this episode, Caroline’s partner and husband, Rob Lea, is taking over host duties to interview Caroline Gleich. Caroline is a professional ski mountaineer, activist and endurance athlete. She’s climbed some of the highest peaks in the world including Everest, and Cho Oyu (the sixth highest peak in the world), finished ultramarathons and was the 2018 female team skimo national champion. She’s been on the covers of ski magazines and in award winning films and has testified to Congress about how climate change is impacting mountaineering, snowsports and public health. We discuss what Caroline does as a ski mountaineer, the training and skills involved, how she makes a living as an athlete, the inspiration for her activism, some of her favorite adventure locations, what’s next on her adventure list, how mountaineering works with ADHD, how she got into running, how recovery runs unlocked her potential for longer distance running, her marathon and ultramarathon experience, how she discovered On, how the Cloud X supports her ACL recovery, her vision for her future in mountaineering, how running remixed fits into her training, how running helped her find healing from a challenging situation with a cyber stalker, progressing from running and exercising from a place of body shame to a place of running from self-love, her favorite places to run, After the interview, we get into our body weight and banded workout with inspired by adventure athlete Caroline Gleich. If you’d like to see videos of these workouts, go to www.on-running.com/remixed. This workout is intended to improve overall athleticism, strength, and resiliency. Repeat this circuit for 3 total rounds totaling 15 min of work. 1) Alternating lunge to upper body banded rotation 40/20 2) Lateral walks with bands 40/20 3) Body weight squats with optional bands 40/20 4) Plank walkouts 40/20 5) Banded prone pulldowns 40/20 Follow Don: https://www.donsaladino.com/ Follow Caroline: https://www.instagram.com/carolinegleich

“Assume best intentions.”–Sarah Herron I first met Sarah Herron during a speaker event at the National Ability Center in Park City, UT. We instantly clicked. Sarah is the founder of SheLift, an organization dedicated to empowering women with physical differences through outdoor recreation and mentorship. For her first official SheLift event, Sarah took seven young women skiing in Colorado which had a profound impact on each person, including herself. A fun fact about Sarah: she has been on three seasons of The Bachelor! After her first appearance on Season 17 in 2013, Sarah was flooded by hundreds of messages from people around the globe who live with physical differences. Since then, Sarah has used her platform to empower young women and people everywhere. In this episode, Sarah and I talk about how to lift up other women, how to thrive on reality TV, how to take what she learned on reality TV to her success on Kilimanjaro, the inspiration and origins of her organization, best practices for talking about people with differing abilities, how to balance femininity and being outdoors, how to find power through vulnerability, what it’s like to feel like you don’t belong, and why we should all trust our intuition without hesitation. Follow Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahherron/ Follow SheLifts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheliftgrams/ Join the SheLifts Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/284145912001274 Donate to SheLift: https://shelift.org/donate Check out the SheLift Website: https://shelift.org/ Read The Alchemist Here: https://www.amazon.com/Alchemist-Paulo-Coelho/dp/0062315005/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=the+alchemist&qid=1595396145&sr=8-2 This show is brought to you by Fat Tire: https://www.instagram.com/fattire/

“Good leaders really center the person and the relationship before the business. So often our leadership can be oriented around earnings, around vanity metrics, how many likes you have, and these are things that at the end of the day don’t really matter to your true sense of well being and impact. Those are key values: really centering people and the needs of individuals and relationships as key components to successful leadership across any domain.” That's a quote from Rue Mapp -the Founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro, the nation’s leading, cutting edge network that celebrates and inspires African American connections and leadership in nature. With 80 leaders in 30 states, they connect over 35,000 people to the outdoors. Rue is an awarded inspirational leader, writer, speaker, public lands champion and a self-proclaimed good cook! From its grassroots beginning, Outdoor Afro is recognized by major organizations for its role in addressing the ongoing need for greater diversity in the outdoors. Rue’s work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Backpacker, Seattle Times, Los Angeles Times, on Oprah!, NPR and many others. Rue has a smile that lights up the room and I always look forward to seeing her, whether it’s in Washington DC, on the trails or in the halls of the outdoor retailer tradeshow. On this episode, we talk about leadership in the outdoors, the power of connection and relationships, learning to trust your intuition, how to find your nature swagger, climbing and being outdoors while Black, and the role that outdoor adventurers can play in activism. Here's one of my favorite quotes from the show: "We are nature. You don’t have to get into your car and drive someplace to be connected to nature. That connection to nature starts with the awareness of your heartbeat and the awareness of the water that makes up most of your body. And how governed we are in the same way tides are by the moon. Being aware of who you are as nature and the representation of nature that is in the houseplant you can take some time to get to know a little better right now or the birds that are still doing their mating thing this time of year right outside your window. There’s so much juiciness about nature that I really want people to know is absolutely at hand and not remote from who you already are.” Check out Rue and Oprah hiking: https://www.ruemapp.com/media/oprah Support Rue's work at Outdoor Afro: https://outdoorafro.com/ Thanks to Avery Sandack for his help editing and to Rising Appalachia for graciously providing the music for today's episode: https://www.risingappalachia.com/

How do male athletes balance parenthood and sport? When did they know they wanted to become fathers?  I don't often interview male athletes, but I wanted to branch out to add more male voices to the podcast. When I had the opportunity to chat with professional climber Tommy Caldwell, I was really interested in how he is able to balance his professional sport and career with his responsibility as a parent. We discuss his projects, his training, how he's been able to avoid the "dad bod," and his evolution as a climber through parenthood. I was also very curious about his hair and skincare routine and how he's able to maintain his youthful looks while spending so much time in the sun and on big walls. Then we talk about activism! (In all seriousness, we need to normalize asking men about their hair and skincare routines).  Tommy has made first ascents of some of the hardest climbing routes in the US and the world. He is a fellow Patagonia ambassador and climate activist. This episode has some great nuggets of wisdom that are applicable to any athletes trying to balance all the aspects of life.  Huge thanks to Tommy for taking the time and for sharing his activism and adventures with us!  Lattice Training Programs

Recorded 5/28/20. With everything going on today – protests against police brutality, an awakening of the persistence of racial injustice – a global pandemic – it’s more important than ever that we find places to celebrate joy and specifically Black joy from Black people’s stories. I know that seems counter intuitive, but joy will fuel us through these difficulties. Mirna Valerio is an ultradistance runner whose passion for the outdoors, inclusivity, diversity, and inspiring others is palpable. Mirna started a blog called Fat Girl Running to talk through her experiences as a “larger woman in a world of thinner athletes.” Her blog has since propelled her into the spotlight. Mirna now travels around the country and the world to speak, teach, and encourage others to live large. In this podcast, we talk about Mirna’s upbringing and how she got her start in ultrarunning. As a Brooklyn native, Mirna didn’t have access to trails as a child, but excursions through her middle and high school helped develop her love for the outdoors, while her drive for team sports encouraged her athleticism. After a health scare in 2008, Mirna started running again and hasn’t looked back since. She’s now a cross-country coach (she helped train Will Smith for a half-marathon!), an acclaimed author of her recent memoir A Beautiful Work in Progress, and a participant in races both nationally and abroad. I’m so inspired by Mirna’s infectious positivity and her drive to keep pushing herself. I so enjoyed speaking with her about racism, the connection between COVID and ultrarunning, and how to manage imposter syndrome. “Find a way.”––Diana Nyad Find Mirna’s website here Check out Mirna’s Instagram Find Mirna on Facebook Follow Mirna on Twitter Buy Mirna’s Book “A Beautiful Work in Progress” here Scroll through her blog at Fat Girl Running Support Mirna on Patreon Check out her current favorite book Big Summer by Jennifer Weiner Today’s episode is brought to you by Fat Tire. Born on a bike, Fat Tire strives to be a role model for other businesses in their impact on the communities they serve and the planet itself. Fat Tire is a certified B-Corp and gives 1% of profits to environmental non-profits. They supported my 2019 Everest #ClimbForEquality and continue to be supporters and champions for a variety of causes including Protect Our Winters and the High Fives Foundation.

On this episode, I chat with Steve Fechheimer, CEO of New Belgium Brewing, Makers of Fat Tire, about what role businesses have to play in making the world a better place. We discuss his path to becoming CEO, what climate change has to do with beer, B-Corp certification, 1% for the planet, and how to spot corporate greenwashing from authentic environmental responsibility.  We also talk about Steve's own activism, from writing an Op-Ed to support the CORE Act and what issues he cares about personally. Lastly, he gives us some advice about how he balances parenthood and corporate leadership. Today’s episode is brought to you by Fat Tire. Born on a bike, Fat Tire strives to be a role model for other businesses in their impact on the communities they serve and the planet itself. Fat Tire is a certified B-Corp and gives 1% of profits to environmental non-profits. They supported my 2019 Everest #ClimbForEquality and continue to be supporters and champions for a variety of causes including Protect Our Winters and the High Fives Foundation.

What can you do to advocate for environmental justice for all, fight for underrepresented voices and protect our frontline communities? What inspires you to protect public lands? How can we find healing through these turbulent times? On this episode of the Caroline Gleich show, U.S. Representative Raul Grijalva dives deeper into these questions and finds solutions on how we can transition towards a sustainable future.  Congressman Raul Grijalva is a Democrat serving Arizona’s 3rd District. He began his career in public service four decades ago as a community organizer in Tucson. Throughout his career, he’s always fought for underrepresented voices. In 2018, Rep. Grijalva became the Chair of the House Natural Resources Committee and I had a chance to meet him in February 2020 when I was invited to testify in support of his bill, The American Public Lands and Waters Climate Solutions Act (HR 5435). Testifying was strangely intense and scary experience, but whenever I got scared, I felt comforted by his presence. I feel better about our country knowing there are people like him advocating for livable wages for American workers, immigration reform and land protections to safeguard our nation’s natural treasures for the next generation. On the show today, we discuss the story behind the American Public Lands and Waters Climate Solution Act, how public lands can be a part of the climate solution, and the intersectionality of climate, environment, and racial/social justice. He shares what inspired him to protect public lands and gives us tips on how we can make our environmental activism intersectional and inclusive to build resilience coalitions to advocate for public lands and to unite against climate change. Thank you to Protect Our Winters Action Fund for supporting this as a part of their Virtual Lobby Camp and Fat Tire.

In this episode, I talk with Leah Evans about activism, skiing, allyship, meditation, and the importance of sport. Leah Evans started Girls Do Ski in 2008 while also attending university and working to become a professional skier. Since then, her business, her ski career, and her activism have become the cornerstones of a super diverse and fascinating life. Originally from Rossland, British Columbia, Leah has lived in Revelstoke, home of some of the most epic backcountry lines, for 12 years. In the summer, she’s an Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) hiking guide, and in the winters she’s fully hands-on with all-women backcountry and resort skiing clinics she creates with Girls Do Ski. Leah is a champion of wild places and was deeply involved in the Jumbo Wild project–one of a growing list of successful land protection stories–which helped protect natural grizzly habitat and Ktunaxa Nation land, from the development of a ski resort. Earlier this year, the Ktunaxa Nation, with Federal and Provincial governments, declared the Qat’muk Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area, forever protecting Jumbo. She’s also a native seed keeper, avid reader, and volunteer with Wildsight. “Make a decision and go for it. Don’t waste time thinking about it.”–Leah Evans Rent Jumbo Wild Learn more about Jumbo and the Ktunaxa Nation Girls Do Ski Girls Do Ski Instagram Page Get involved with Wildsight  Map of Indigenous Land Natives Outdoors Follow Leah Evans on Instagram Snow Drifter Pant on Backcountry.com The Rosie Project Book The Dovekeepers Book Outro music: Resilient by Rising Apalachia

I’m so excited for this episode with Jess Lahey. She was my high school English teacher when I moved to Utah when I was 15 year old.  In 2015, Jess wrote The Gift of Failure, a New York Times Best Selling book about how parents must let their children fail. Providing a path toward solutions, Jess lays out a blueprint with targeted advice for handling homework, report cards, social dynamics, and sports. Most importantly, she sets forth a plan to help parents learn to step back and embrace their children’s failures. She has a BA in comparative literature and a JD with a concentration on juvenile and education law and hosts a successful podcast, #AmWriting. Her second book, The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence, will be released in April 2021. I’m so excited to reconnect with her to talk about failure, addiction and me as an awkward high school student. Resources: The Journal of Best Practices by David Finch Lindy West: What Happened When I Confronted My Cruellest Troll  Lindy West on This American Life  Follow Jess Lahey on Twitter

Dr. Len Necefer is one of my favorite people and I’m so excited he could join us on the show! Len is a climber, mountaineer, skier and scholar and the founder of Natives Outdoors – a business with the mission of empowering indigenous communities through their products and storytelling for a sustainable world. He has a Ph. D. and is a professor with the American Indian Studies program at the University of Arizona. He holds a bachelor’s of science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Kansas & a doctorate from Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Engineering and Public Policy. Previously, he worked at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio on supersonic vehicle research and most recently worked for the Department of Energy’s Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs supporting tribes realizing their energy futures through research and grant making. His research focuses at the intersection of indigenous people and natural resource management policy. He serves on the board of the Honnold Foundation and the American Alpine Club. In his free time, he’s outside – rock or ice climbing, ski mountaineering and bikepacking to tell stories about environmental activism and Indigenous history. These stories have been documenting through his writing and photography and he’s been featured in Alpinist, Outside, Besides Magazine, Patagonia’s Cleanest Line and various film festivals. In this episode, we talk about Len's adventures with skiing, mountaineering and climbing and he shares lessons he's learned from adventures in the mountains that can help us during challenging times. We hear about the accomplishments he's most proud of, as well as some failures he's made along the way. He shares Navajo wisdom. We discuss his love of memes! Then we go in to more difficult topics: we talk about cultural appreciation vs. cultural appropriation and he gives us his take on what authentic allyship looks like.  Follow Len on Instagram.  Follow Natives Outdoors on Instagram.  Dispossessing the Wilderness: Indian Removal and the Making of the National Parks Collapse: How Societies Chose to Fail or Succeed

Dr. Naomi Oreskes is a Professor of the History of Science and Affiliated Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard University. A world-renowned geologist, historian and public speaker, she is a leader in communicating climate science to the wider public. She’s a ripping skier and outdoorswoman. I met Naomi on a trip to Washington DC with Protect Our Winters (she serves on the Board of Directors) and we instantly bonded. Like me, Dr. Oreskes is petite in stature, but don’t let her size fool you. She has more courage and bravery than most people I know. Her book, Merchants of Doubt, which covers the parallels between climate change denial and controversies of tobacco smoking, acid rain and the hole in the ozone layer helped me find my voice on climate change again after years of ad-hominem attacks by climate change trolls and deniers.  In this episode, she shares with us everything you need to know about climate change right now. We discuss how you can get involved as a climate activist, how to talk to about climate change with people who don't believe it's real, why we need to listen to scientists and how to deal with attacks when you talk about climate. She shares tips on how we can discern between credible and misinformation on social media and where we can go for good climate science. We discuss the parallels between climate change and Coronavirus, both in our government response and what we can take from that to address the problems of climate change.  Then, she goes into discredited the big lies of climate change denial and she outlines the solutions to fix climate change now. Dr. Oreskes discusses why it's not a population growth problem and speaks to all these issues with clarity and precision. With Coronavirus dominating the news, it's more important than ever that we continue to talk about climate change. This episode will answer your questions and empower you to find your voice to lead these important discussions. Resources for Climate Science: NASA Climate Change American Geophysical Union American Meteorological Society American Association For the Advancement of Science National Academy of Science Other papers referenced in the show: A Trillion Tons Pope Francis's Encyclical on Climate Change Naomi's Favorite Book, The Burger's Daughter Thanks to Rising Appalachia for providing our opening and closing music, for Avery Sandack for his audio editing expertise and to Aaron Blatt for the image of Naomi. If you learned something from today's episode, share it with one friend. 

I am so excited to share this episode and conversation with Shawnté Salabert. She's hiked over a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail and spent two years on the trail taking photos and recording impressions for her book, Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Southern California. I got to know Shawnté through her work as a journalist when she interviewed me for Adventure Journal. She's had articles published in Alpinist, Backpacker, Outside, Los Angeles Magazine and Modern Hiker, among others.  In this episode, we chat about how she got her start in the outdoor world, leaving the security of a well-paying job in the music industry to pursue her passion as an outdoor journalist. We talk about her tips for tackling big goals and hiking solo and she shares her favorite trail food. After talking about adventure, we take a deep dive about the role that journalism can play in disrupting implicit bias, and why we need to protect and support a free and independent press now more than ever. This episode is filled with inspiration as well as practical advice. It was a treat to interview Shawnté. I hope you enjoy this episode and I look forward to hearing your thoughts about it. Resources on disrupting implicit bias: The Avarna Group: Justice + Equity + Diversity + Inclusion Here are links to some of Shawnté's work we reference in the show: Welcome to Black Van Life What We Can Learn from the Camber Outdoors Fiasco Trona's Boom Bust and Uncertain Future Follow Shawnté on Twitter and Instagram or via her website.

Sunny Stroeer is a runner, climber and adventurer with a specialty in the high altitude endurance realm. She holds speed records on Aconcagua and on the Annapurna Circuit and has excelled on high trails in the Colorado Rockies. She's been a big inspiration to me in the way she sets her goals sky high. Following her on social media gives me a lot of motivation and inspiration. On this episode, we talk about her accomplishments and failures and she gives us advice on training, dealing with altitude, nutrition and hydration and staying warm and comfortable in the mountains. We talk about goal-setting and how to find goals that are ambitious enough without over-reaching. We chat about her becoming the first woman to complete the Aconcagua 360 route and summit and about her scholarship program with AWExpeditions, and how she deals with naysayers and doubters.    Keep up with Sunny on social media.   Check out her website.   Support women in mountaineering with by making a donation or applying for a scholarship through AWExpeditions.   Book a tour with Sunny and Paul through Dreamland Safari Tours. Thanks to Rising Appalachia for our opening and closing song.

This podcast started from a need to spread information from scientists and experts about Coronavirus. In this next episode, I sit down and ask Dr. Lindsay Keegan, an epidemiologist at the University of Utah and avid outdoorswoman questions we all have about Coronavirus. We started out with a discussion of why it's imperative to listen to scientists, why we need to trust science, and what we can do to support scientists right now.  Then, we go into a round of questions - when will we see the peak - how long can we expect to socially distance for - can you get Coronavirus twice - how to disinfect groceries and if Coronavirus can be transmitted by water, to name a few. I'm incredibly grateful for Dr. Keegan to take time out of her busy schedule right now (she says she's been existing on less than four hours of sleep) to answer our questions.  Putting Gamers to work to fight COVID-19 Count Penguins in remote regions to help us understand their lives and environments The Virus Can Be Stopped, But Only With Harsh Steps: NY Times Article  Animals and Coronavirus Lindsay Keegan on Instagram

In 2019, Rob Lea completed his "Ultimate World Triathlon," where he climbed Everest, swam the English channel and rode his bike across American, all in six months. He did it as a "Tri For Equality," to talk about men's role in advocating for gender equality. He was the 2012 world champion half Ironman in his age group. He's climbed some of the highest mountains in the world. When he's not adventuring, he makes his living selling residential real estate in Park City, UT with his dad, Jim. Rob did one other notable thing in 2019, and that was he got married to me. In this episode, we talk about his athletic achievements, how men can become advocates for gender equality, how we met, and our most embarrassing nicknames for each other. We share training advice for novices and professionals alike and discuss our future goals and dreams.  To support the Tri For Equality, check out the bigmountaindreamsfoundation.com. To follow Rob on Instagram, check him out at @rob.lea, his website, roblea.com and his real estate, Lea Team Real Estate.  Thanks to Rob for being on the Caroline Gleich Show! 

March 17, 2020 I was grateful to have a chance to chat with University of Utah epidemiologists Lindsay Keegan and Angela Presson to answer your questions from Instagram about the current state of the Coronavirus pandemic.