The Art of Misogi: Aliza Richman and the Odyssey of the VOG

The Art of Misogi: Aliza Richman and the Odyssey of the VOG

Overcoming Challenges in the Odyssey of the VOG: An Interview with Aliza Richman In this episode of the Art of Type Two Fun podcast, host Karey interviews Aliza Richman, who just completed the Odyssey of the VOG, a grueling 350-mile bike packing race in Oregon. Aliza shares her journey, detailing the highs and lows of the race, her mental and physical struggles, and the strategies she employed to overcome them. She discusses the significance of preparation, gear choices, and the importance of mental fortitude. Aliza also reflects on her training regime, previous bike packing experiences, and the lessons learned from pushing her limits. The episode highlights the importance of perseverance, proper planning, and the support of friends in accomplishing challenging endeavors. ****************************************** Learn more! Aliza's IG [https://www.instagram.com/azila22/] Odyssey of the VOG Bikepacking Race [https://odysseyvog.com/] Misogi Studio in Corvallis, OR [https://misogicorvallis.com/] Coach Emma Maraanen [https://www.instagram.com/moxiekinetics/] Youtube Episode  [https://youtu.be/sxhbpH-YsuY] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2288685/support] Intro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI Outtro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M

S2 E11: The Art of Being Bold with Eszter Horanyi

In this episode of the Type Two Fun podcast, host Karey interviews Eszter Horanyi, an adventurer, athlete, photographer, and writer. Eszter shares her journey from being a competitive swimmer to a celebrated endurance cyclist and bike packer, and now an avid trail runner. She recounts her transformative experience of living a mobile lifestyle and her deep love for outdoor adventures. Eszter also touches on overcoming personal challenges, including a finding resiliency from experience with abuse in her youth, and discusses the importance of finding joy and authenticity in one's pursuits. The conversation explores her perspective on living intentionally, embracing new challenges, and the value of mentorship and fortitude. Eszter's IG [https://www.instagram.com/ez_gone_coddiwompling/] Ouray 100 Race [https://www.ouray100.com/home] Endure by Alex Hutchinson [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/endure-alex-hutchinson?variant=32127167561762] The Explorer's Gene by Alex Hutchinson [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-explorers-gene-alex-hutchinson?variant=42787293757474] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2288685/support] Intro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI Outtro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M

The Art of Ignoring the Nay Sayers with Bronte Ibsen

In this episode, Karey sits down with adventurer and ultra-runner, Bronte Ibsen who is a life-long Arizonan and has many stories to tell!  Karey and Bronte met during the later half of the Black Canyon 60k race where they bunny hopped each other and yelled words of inspiration back and forth for hours while running towards last grueling miles of the race.  They now both run regularly with the Tuesday Women's Evening Run Club (TWERC) based in Phoenix.   Bronte brings such a light to her view on her experiences in the outdoors in a way that is respectful of her fellow adventurer folk as well as mother nature.  Her experiences and stories are inspiring and just down to earth in a way that Karey hopes will encourage all of you to get out there and just do the damn thing!  Saddles 100 Race  [https://www.saddles100.com/] Bronte IG [https://www.instagram.com/brontebeee/] Black Canyon 60k [https://aravaiparunning.com/network/blackcanyon/] CDT Coalition  [https://cdtcoalition.org/explore-the-trail/] AZ Trail Association [https://aztrail.org/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2288685/support] Intro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI Outtro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M

The Art of The Discomfort Zone with Meaghan Hackinen: Atlas Mountain Race

Karey, alongside guest Co-hosts Aliza and Deann sit down and chat with ultra-endurance bike racer and author, Meghan Hackenin for an episode full of adventurous stories about the Atlas Mountain Race, Meghan's travels in Morocco, and what it means to be a thoughtful, intentional author.   We cover: * What it took to place 2nd in the recent 2025 Atlas Mountain Race * Tips for traveling to foreign countries as a woman * Pushing your comfort limits both mentally and physcally * What it means to put yourself out there in your writing * Setting records and chasing new ones * Being kind to yourself * Finding joy in the unknown Find out more about Meghan and the Atlas mountain race here: Meaghan Hackenin IG [https://www.instagram.com/meaghanhackinen/] Meaghan LinkTree [https://linktr.ee/MeaghanHackinen?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaa7xx0_NoPgNQSNMPZCDrJISZUuSXFwrFlPN9WuqbTfsFX5PjIGHXvAbk_aem_nJw64wN1fvA4hFPQZTOBoA] Meaghan Website [https://meaghanhackinen.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAab7VSVe9gPoSoy-3JsnXsmKTzYfvhK53FuRzFUrM4CDmgyInBibCoAJZp0_aem_iB6Yg-SvzWNhbJjeYQoMYg] Atlas Mountain Race [https://www.themountainraces.cc/atlas-mountain-race] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2288685/support] Intro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI Outtro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M

The Art of Sharing the Love with Dylan Turner at The Endurance Studio Podcast

Check out the first part of this 2 part episode!  Karey sits down with Dylan Turner on The Endurance Studio Podcast to talk about life, sobriety, endurance training and racing and all other things in life that they have in common.  This is a unique episode where you can catch the first half here, and then make sure to head on over to The Endurance Studio Podcast to catch the second half.  OR You can watch the video version on the Podcast YouTube Channel (all links below).   Karey and Dylan have a lot in common - almost an uncanny amount if things which is surprising cause they've never met each other before now!  Join Karey and Dylan in this tell-all episode and share in their successes and challenges as they hash out how they navigate life and training.  The Endurance Studio Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-endurance-studio/id1733467436] The Endurance Studio YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuLvZ58xuMySj2ykHqTUScxFzYz4UcLvD&si=fbjihvTPPYSLcP9_] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2288685/support] Intro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/night-thunder License code: L8OOE3C0PKGLUZJI Outtro Music Credits: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/vens-adams/adventure-is-calling License code: U8QYNEO8DTBYUN7M