Wild Ideas Worth Living
by REI Co-op
Is this your podcast?REI Co-op is a well-established outdoor retail cooperative known for its commitment to promoting outdoor recreation and sustainability. With a focus on encouraging people to enjoy nature, the co-op has created a community-centric brand that…
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Completing a 3,300 Mile Cross-Country Triathlon in 47 Days with Mohamed Lahna
Oct 13, 2026
29m 33s
A Record Breaking Row From California to Hawaii with Kelsey Pfendler
Oct 6, 2026
31m 50s
First Woman to Ski the Full Iditarod with Sunny Stroeer
Sep 29, 2026
29m 51s
This Is What Happens When You Ask a Stranger to Ride Your Tandem Bike with Tyler Mitic
Sep 22, 2026
27m 32s
Climbing and Skiing the Seven Summits with Kit DesLauriers
Sep 15, 2026
35m 51s
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Audience Interest
- adventure and outdoor activities
- exploration and travel stories
Podcast Focus
- interviews with outdoor experts
- stories of personal adventures
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episode releases
- active for nine years
Platform Reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- distributed through REI Co-op channels
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- 🇲🇽Mexico · Wilderness#233K to 174K
- 🇺🇸United States · WildernessHOME#3929K to 151K
- 🇮🇳India · Wilderness#223.2K to 17K
- 🇳🇬NG · Wilderness#43.0K to 16K
- 🇵🇪PE · Wilderness#32.6K to 14K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
86K to 453K🎙 ~2x weekly·432 episodes·Last published 6d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
171K to 906K🇲🇽38%🇺🇸33%🇮🇳4%+11 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
94K to 499K6.0K real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/13/26 |  Completing a 3,300 Mile Cross-Country Triathlon in 47 Days with Mohamed Lahna | Mohamed Lahna is a Paralympic medalist, endurance athlete, and one of the world's most accomplished para-triathletes. Born without a femur in his right leg, he didn't begin running or cycling until his twenties. On July 29, 2026, he completed a self-designed triathlon across America: a 28 mile swim around Manhattan, a 3,000 mile bike ride from New York to Las Vegas, and a 350 mile run to Venice Beach. He completed the journey in 47 days while raising more than $150,000 for Save the Children and the Challenged Athletes Foundation. | 29m 33s | ||||||
| 10/6/26 |  A Record Breaking Row From California to Hawaii with Kelsey Pfendler | Kelsey Pfendler made history on July 3, 2026, when she became the first American woman to row solo from California to Hawaii, completing the crossing in just 43 days and setting a new speed record. An open ocean rower and longtime Grand Canyon river guide, Kelsey spent two years preparing and funding the expedition herself. Her journey culminated in a record that shattered the previous men's mark by nearly nine days and established one of the fastest solo ocean rows ever completed across the Pacific. | 31m 50s | ||||||
| 9/29/26 |  First Woman to Ski the Full Iditarod with Sunny Stroeer | Sunny Stroeer spent years working as a business consultant before burnout pushed her to rethink what success looked like. She left the corporate world in search of adventure and went on to become one of the most accomplished endurance athletes in the outdoors, setting more than 20 Fastest Known Times across the globe. In 2024, she became the first woman to ski the full Iditarod Trail, a feat that cemented her reputation for taking on ambitious challenges in some of the world's harshest environments. | 29m 51s | ||||||
| 9/22/26 |  This Is What Happens When You Ask a Stranger to Ride Your Tandem Bike with Tyler Mitic | Tyler Mitic is an endurance cyclist and mental health advocate who spent 27 days riding a tandem bike the length of California. Along the way, he convinced more than 40 strangers to hop on the back of his bike, creating opportunities for connection, conversation, and shared adventure. What began as a cycling challenge became an exploration of rejection, friendship, and the power of showing up for people. The project ultimately raised more than $20,000 for Bring Change to Mind, a nonprofit focused on mental health awareness and support. | 27m 32s | ||||||
| 9/15/26 |  Climbing and Skiing the Seven Summits with Kit DesLauriers | Kit DesLauriers is a ski mountaineer, two time Freeride World Champion, and the first person to climb and ski down the Seven Summits, the highest peaks on each continent. She completed the historic project in 2006, cementing her place as one of the most accomplished ski mountaineers in the world. A National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and member of the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame, Kit has spent her career pushing the limits of human powered adventure. | 35m 51s | ||||||
| 9/8/26 | access to outdoorsrunning+3 | Alison Mariella Désir | PBSREI Co-op+1 | — | Alison Mariella Désirrunning+5 | — | 27m 45s | ||
| 9/1/26 | endurance sportsmountaineering+3 | Rob Lea | Seven SummitsOceans Seven | English ChannelStrait of Gibraltar | Rob LeaDouble Seven+7 | — | 28m 41s | ||
| 8/25/26 | bike commutinghappiness+3 | Jenn Dice | PeopleForBikes | — | bike commutinghappiness+5 | — | 26m 11s | ||
| 8/18/26 | endurance sportsmental health+4 | Anton Nootenboom | REI Co-op | United StatesHimalayas+1 | barefoot walkingendurance athlete+3 | — | 30m 53s | ||
| 8/11/26 | ultramarathonendurance sports+3 | Rachel Entrekin | — | Arizona | ultrarunnerCocodona 250+3 | — | 28m 40s | ||
| 8/4/26 | foot healthmobility+3 | Courtney Conley | Gait HappensWalk | — | healthy feetpain free adventure+5 | — | 32m 22s | ||
| 7/28/26 | long distance cyclingworld travel+3 | Samer Abouhamad | — | Brookline, MassachusettsBeirut, Lebanon | cyclingtravel+3 | — | 26m 55s | ||
| 7/21/26 | ultramarathonendurance sports+3 | Michael Koppy | — | Minnesota | ultramarathonendurance+3 | — | 30m 51s | ||
| 7/14/26 | slacklininghighlining+4 | Breannah Yeh | — | — | slacklininghighlining+5 | — | 26m 47s | ||
| 7/7/26 | ultramarathonendurance sports+3 | Lisa Jhung | — | — | ultramarathonpacer+5 | — | 23m 49s | ||
| 6/30/26 | adventureexpedition+4 | Lucy Barnard | — | ArgentinaAlaska+1 | Lucy BarnardAmericas+6 | — | 29m 01s | ||
| 6/23/26 | kayakingIndigenous culture+3 | Tasia Linwood | — | OregonCalifornia+1 | Klamath Riverkayaking+3 | — | 24m 00s | ||
| 6/16/26 | long distance cyclingadventure travel+3 | Liam Garner | — | Prudhoe Bay, AlaskaUshuaia, Argentina+5 | bikinglong distance+4 | — | 28m 46s | ||
| 6/9/26 | environmental psychologynature communication+3 | Lindsay Branham | REI Co-op | — | environmental psychologynature+3 | — | 25m 15s | ||
| 6/2/26 | endurance runningaddiction recovery+3 | Yassine Diboun | U.S. trail running team | Portland | endurance sportsultrarunner+6 | — | 29m 19s | ||
| 5/26/26 | endurance trainingfitness+3 | Joe Holder | NikeGQ | — | training tipsendurance+5 | — | 21m 30s | ||
| 5/19/26 | adventureocean rowing+3 | Taryn Smith | — | Atlantic OceanIdaho’s Sawtooth Mountains | Atlantic OceanTaryn Smith+3 | — | 26m 29s | ||
| 5/12/26 | endurance swimmingadventure+3 | Shane Schieffer | — | Lake PowellUtah+1 | endurance swimmerLake Powell swim+3 | — | 30m 26s | ||
| 5/5/26 | thru-hikingfamily bonding+3 | Nikki Bettis | — | Appalachian TrailVirginia | Appalachian Trailthru-hiking+5 | — | 27m 54s | ||
| 4/28/26 | family traveladventure+3 | Garrett Gee | The Bucket List Family | South AfricaTurkey+1 | family traveladventure+3 | — | 30m 01s | ||
| 4/21/26 | paddleboardingadventure+3 | Dan Rubinstein | — | OttawaNew York City+1 | paddleboardingOttawa+5 | — | 24m 44s | ||
| 4/14/26 | family dynamicshiking+3 | Lauren Duke | Camino de Santiago | Spain | Camino de Santiagofamily+5 | — | 28m 56s | ||
| 4/13/26 | space travelwomen in STEM+3 | Christina Koch | NASA | — | Christina Kochmoon travel+5 | — | 28m 32s | ||
| 4/7/26 | surfingsailing+4 | John John Florence | World Surf LeagueREI Co-op | — | surfingsailing+5 | — | 27m 34s | ||
| 3/31/26 | marathon runningultra running+3 | Des Linden | United States | — | Des LindenBoston Marathon+3 | — | 24m 50s | ||
| 3/24/26 | climbingultrarunning+3 | Thomas Bukowski | The North Face | Hong KongArgentina+2 | climbingultrarunning+5 | — | 26m 23s | ||
| 3/17/26 | fastest known timeAppalachian Trail+3 | Jeff Garmire | — | Appalachian TrailMount Springer | FKTAppalachian Trail+5 | — | 29m 24s | ||
| 3/10/26 | spearfishingsustainable fishing+4 | Kimi Werner | REI Co-opKimi’s Kitchen | — | spearfishingsustainable fishing+4 | — | 29m 14s | ||
| 3/3/26 | gravel racinggoal setting+3 | Sofía Gómez Villafañe | REI Co-op | — | gravel cyclistgoal setting+3 | — | 25m 02s | ||
| 2/24/26 | backcountry skiingcomeback story+3 | Kai Jones | — | AlaskaGrand Teton | Kai Jonesbackcountry skiing+3 | — | 26m 41s | ||
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REI Co-op is a well-established outdoor retail cooperative known for its commitment to promoting outdoor recreation and sustainability. With a focus on encouraging people to enjoy nature, the co-op has created a community-centric brand that advocates for adventure and environmental stewardship. "Wild Ideas Worth Living" distinguishes itself through high-impact interviews that delve into the stories of world-class explorers, athletes, and thought leaders. Hosted by journalist Shelby Stanger, the podcast covers a range of topics related to adventure, health, and cultural exploration, inspiring listeners to transform their own wild ideas into reality. The podcast attracts a diverse audience of outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and individuals seeking inspiration for a more fulfilling life. By sharing compelling narratives and practical advice, listeners gain valuable insights into pursuing their passions and embracing the outdoors.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 6.0K
- Total plays: 129K
- Total reviews: 1.3K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 187
Castbox
- Followers: 4.0K
- Plays: 129K
- Reviews: 6
Podcast App
- Followers: 1.3K
- Reviews: 1.3K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 594
Audience
teens, adults, seniors
Key insights
What the show covers
- interviews with outdoor experts
- stories of personal adventures
- inspiration for wild ideas
- advice on pursuing passions
Audience interests
- adventure and outdoor activities
- exploration and travel stories
- health and wellness insights
- entrepreneurship and innovation
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- distributed through REI Co-op channels
- growing listener base expected
- exact platforms currently unknown
Publishing consistency
- weekly episode releases
- active for nine years
- over 400 episodes available
- consistent engagement with audience
Chart history for Wild Ideas Worth Living
Peaked at #2 in Mexico, top 10 in 3 of 42 tracked markets, currently #2 in Mexico.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| PE | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| NG | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| CO | — | #11 | #11 | — |
| Italy | — | #14 | #14 | — |
| IL | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| TR | — | #16 | #16 | — |
| HU | — | #17 | #17 | — |
| Australia | — | #21 | #21 | — |
| GR | — | #22 | #22 | — |
| India | — | #22 | #22 | — |
| CZ | — | #23 | #23 | — |
| TW | — | #23 | #23 | — |
| IS | — | #24 | #24 | — |
| SA | — | #25 | #25 | — |
| HK | — | #29 | #29 | — |
| RO | — | #30 | #30 | — |
| PT | — | #32 | #32 | — |
| Denmark | — | #35 | #35 | — |
| PH | — | #35 | #35 | — |
Chart Positions
42 placements across 40 markets.
Chart Positions
42 placements across 40 markets.