001- Runner, Surfer, Medical Professional- Josh Perch

003- Educator, Skier, Sea Kayaker- Paul Twardock

Paul Twardock has led an impressive career, spanning several decades researching, recording, educating, and sharing of his passions. The man is a wealth of knowledge on a seemingly endless list of subjects ranging from sea kayaking, to birds, to skiing, and so much more. I met him as an instructor during my time at Alaska Pacific University, and recorded this episode just before my final course, led by Paul. We got to spend a few weeks in the Prince William Sound, and his passion for the area is contagious. I am forever grateful to have gotten to spend the time I did with him while in Alaska. He was a formative figure while there, and left me inspired and motivated to implement positive changes in my own life. As I mentioned at the end of the episode, some of those changes are coming in the form of a monthly challenge. Click the link below to learn more about this month's challenge, incentives for participating, and an opportunity to be featured on the next podcast episode! www.coldwaterstoked.com/read/monthly-challenge-1-no-meat Cold water stoked is a place for those of us who call ice-cream headaches, inclement weather, and numb fingers a good time. As a part of cold water stoked, these podcasts highlight the lives of individuals who love the cold, love the water, or are generally just stoked. For more cold water content, including photos from the podcasts, weekly articles, and stories all about the love of cold water, check out: https://www.coldwaterstoked.com/ If you enjoy the cold or the water as much as I do, and want to see more episodes, stories, and articles, consider supporting the show at: https://www.patreon.com/coldwaterstoked Free support is great too! You can show your support by sharing this episode with someone else who enjoys cold water activities, leave a review, subscribe, or just email me and tell me what gets you stoked! Enjoy! Peter Venardos info@coldwaterstoked.com https://www.instagram.com/coldwaterstoked/

002- Farmer, Veteran, Spear-fisherman- Tyler Boggs

Tyler Boggs is so many things; farmer, father, husband, diver, spearfisherman, veteran, mentor, teacher, the list goes on and on. But to me, I recognize him as someone I can turn to for support and who has helped guide me through rough patches in my own life. What started as a cold call seeking a volunteer opportunity for school credit, has evolved into a cherished friendship, and (fingers crossed) a dive partner in the near future. His relationship and experience with the ocean differ greatly from my own, and I enjoyed seeing the ocean through his eyes. I am constantly learning when I am around him. Whether about mushroom cultivation, marine biology, or just life lessons, I always come away buzzing with ideas. I hope you do as well, and I hope you enjoy this conversation with Tyler. If you want to see more of what Tyler does back on land, and the amazing ways in which he serves his community, check out: https://www.heart2heartfarms.com/ Cold water stoked is a place for those of us who call ice-cream headaches, inclement weather, and numb fingers a good time. As a part of cold water stoked, these podcasts highlight the lives of individuals who love the cold, love the water, or are generally just stoked. For more cold water content, including photos from the podcasts, weekly articles, and stories all about the love of cold water, check out: https://www.coldwaterstoked.com/ If you enjoy the cold or the water as much as I do, and want to see more episodes, stories, and articles, consider supporting the show at: https://www.patreon.com/coldwaterstoked Free support is great too! You can show your support by sharing this episode with someone else who enjoys cold water activities, leave a review, subscribe, or just email me and tell me what gets you stoked! Enjoy! Peter Venardos info@coldwaterstoked.com https://www.instagram.com/coldwaterstoked/

001- Runner, Surfer, Medical Professional- Josh Perch

To kick this podcast off, I am excited to start it close to home with one of my oldest friends, Josh Perch. He is someone I continue to look up to, someone who drives me to be better every day, and is continually pushing himself well beyond his comfort zone. Whether he is surfing, running, or getting into medical school, he is always challenging himself. I have learned a lot from him over the years, and I am excited to share his experience here.   Cold water stoked is a place for those of us who call ice-cream headaches, inclement weather, and numb fingers a good time. As a part of cold water stoked, these podcasts highlight the lives of individuals who love the cold, love the water, or are generally just stoked.   For more cold water content, including photos from the podcasts, weekly articles, and stories all about the love of cold water, check out: https://www.coldwaterstoked.com/   If you enjoy the cold or the water as much as I do, and want to see more episodes, stories, and articles, consider supporting the show at: https://www.patreon.com/coldwaterstoked   Free support is great too! You can show your support by sharing this episode with someone else who enjoys cold water activities, leave a review, subscribe, or just email me and tell me what gets you stoked!   Enjoy! Peter Venardos info@coldwaterstoked.com https://www.instagram.com/coldwaterstoked/