Tough Girl Podcast
Episodes
Birgit Hermann – Turning Extreme Endurance into Bolder Leadership for People and Planet
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Birgit Hermann is a global leadership coach, speaker, executive leader, ocean advocate, professional freediver, and extreme endurance athlete who tra...
Amanda Duling: Endurance Sport After Gastric Bypass — Grit, Fueling & Radical Honesty
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Duling is an endurance athlete, writer, and founder of One Gear Short of Normal™. A post-bariatric, perimenopausal gravel cyclist and Ironm...
Lyla "Sugar" Harrod – Triple Crown Hiker & Appalachian Trail Record Breaker
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up near Boston, Sugar discovered hiking in her early twenties while exploring the White Mountains of New Hampshire. After getting sober at 30,...
Sara Eydmann - Ultra-marathon runner on attempting to run 500 miles, mental health and changing the narrative
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Sara Eydmann — ultra-marathon runner, counsellor and therapist based in Edinburgh, Scot...
Starre Vartan: The Stronger Sex — Women's Bodies, Endurance, and the Science We've Been Missing
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm joined by Starre Vartan — science and environment writer, author, and lifelong question-asker whos...
Emma Karslake, FRGS, is an adventurer, writer and cycle tour guide who has spent much of the past eight years exploring the world by bike.
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From ultra-light hotel bikepacking on a road bike to six-month expeditions in remote regions on a heavily laden hybrid, Emma has experienced nearly ev...
Lorraine Lewis: Author of Dare to Dream, Ultra Runner, and Co-founder of The Lewis Foundation
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lorraine Lewis is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Lewis Foundation, an award-winning cancer charity providing free gift packs and ongoing support to ad...
Alexandra Nemeth: Beyond the Seven Summits — Highs, Lows, and Life in Extreme Places.
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Alex is a qualified International Mountain Leader, Polar Guide, and a professional Photographer based in St. Moritz, Switzerland. From scaling the wo...
Bonita Norris – Mountains, Mindset, Motherhood and Mastering the Impossible
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bonita Norris became the youngest woman to reach both the summit of Mt Everest at just 22 and the North Pole at 23, and her story is nothing short of...
Jacquetta Megarry – Founding Rucksack Readers, Walking Adventures, and Building Confidence in the Outdoors
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jacquetta Megarry didn't grow up in the outdoors, and she certainly didn't see herself as an adventurer—or a publisher. But turning 50 sparked a jou...
Sabrina Pace-Humphreys – UTMB, Trail Running, and Building Community: The Journey of a Runner and Advocate
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sabrina Pace-Humphreys is back on the Tough Girl Podcast for her third appearance, sharing her incredible journey as a runner, coach, and advocate for...
Becky Wandell – Reinvention, Solo Travel, and Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail at 55
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Becky Wandell is a Teacher, Writer, Tour Guide, Volunteer, and Solo Traveler. At 47, while weathering a difficult divorce and the death of four close...
Denisa Krásná – Flow, Fear, and Female Adventure: Redefining Women's Stories in Extreme Sports
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to challenge the limits of both body and mind—and to redefine what success looks like along the way? Denisa Krásná, scholar, aut...
Sarah Williams: Solo Reflections Episode, GR10, the Numbers and Plans for 2026
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! I'm taking a moment to look back at the last six months of 2025—what's worked, what hasn't, and what the numbers tell me about the y...
Dr Latika Nath – Nat Geo's Tiger Princess: Pioneering Conservation and Studying Big Cats in the Wild
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the jungles of India to the global stage of wildlife conservation, Dr Latika Nath has spent her life studying and protecting big cats, becoming t...
Kaytlyn Gerbin – Motherhood, Mountains, and 100-Mile Runs: Her Ultra Running Comeback
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to return to the top of the ultra running world after major life changes and a "career-ending" surgery? Kaytlyn Gerbin knows. In thi...
Sheryl Ramstad – Surviving the Impossible: A 1% Miracle, Radical Resilience, and Rebuilding Life After a Plane Crash
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sheryl Ramstad's story is nothing short of extraordinary. After surviving a catastrophic plane crash with less than a 1% chance of survival, Sheryl...
Hillary Allen – Ultrarunner and Author of Out and Back: A Runner's Story of Survival Against All Odds
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hillary Allen, famously known as the "Hillygoat," is a world-class ultrarunner celebrated for her fearless climbs on steep, technical terrain. But in ...
Lani Woods – Inspiring Women to Ride, Explore, and Belong Through Cycling Adventures
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lani Woods is a passionate cyclist, adventurer, and creative force behind a vibrant community of outdoor enthusiasts. Known for blending her love of ...
Charlotte Fisher – From Zero Running Experience to Elite Ultra Runner
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From a council estate on the Isle of Wight to conquering some of Europe's toughest mountain ultras, Charlotte Fisher's journey is nothing short of e...
Paula Ralph – Cycling Solo from Cape Town to Nordkapp: 12,290 km Across 17 Countries - When Everything Seemed Impossible
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a dream is so big, so audacious, that you commit to it long before you have the skills, money, or confidence to make it happen? For ...
Sharon Jessop – Ultra-Endurance Runner & Conservationist: Running 3,500 Miles Across Africa for Rhino Conservation
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm joined by Sharon Jessop — an ultra-endurance athlete, conservationist, keynote speaker, and serial entre...
Regine Goh – National Triathlete from Singapore, Endurance Athlete & Gen-Z Speaker on Consistency, Resilience, and Peak Performance
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Regine Goh, a national triathlete and endurance athlete from Singapore who has spent her life mastering the art of consistency, resilience, and p...
Anna Humphries – Adventurer, Expedition Leader & Founder of The Mountain Girl: Inspiring Confidence, Connection & Courage in the Wild
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Humphries is an adventurer, expedition leader, and founder of The Mountain Girl, whose life is dedicated to getting people outdoors and showing ...
Margie Goldsmith – Becoming a Badass: From Fearful to Fierce at 81 – Adventures, Confidence & Living Life Boldly
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm joined by Margie Goldsmith — an award-winning writer, journalist, and adventurer who proves that it's neve...
Veronica White – PhD Student, Cycling 2,000 Miles Across England: Exploring the Future of Farming Through Women's Perspectives
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm joined by Veronica White — a PhD student, photographer, and outdoor adventurer who is combining academic r...
Captain Preet Chandi MBE – Breaking Boundaries: World Record-Breaking Polar Explorer Inspiring the Next Generation
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Preet Chandi MBE is a world record breaking explorer, former British Army officer, and physiotherapist. She served in the Royal Army Medical C...
Robyn Godfrey: Running the World: A Runner's Odyssey of Struggle and Triumph in the World Marathon Majors
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Robyn Godfrey is an accomplished runner, pacer, RRCA Certified Level 1 coach, and motivational speaker who began her running journey at the age of 47....
Julie Weiss – The Marathon Goddess: 52 Marathons in 52 Weeks for Pancreatic Cancer & a Legacy of Hope
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Julie Weiss — also known as The Marathon Goddess. Julie's story is one of...
Susan Norman – A Life Saved by the River: Risk, Adventure, and the Power of Trusting Yourself
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we meet Susan Norman — a former National and World Champion in whitewater kayaking and rafting, hydrol...
Vedangi Kulkarni - Round the World (Again): Records, Setbacks & Resilience on Two Wheels
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this candid and raw Tough Girl Podcast EXTRA episode, we reconnect with the unstoppable Vedangi Kulkarni — the youngest woman to have cycled a...
Tiphaine Muller – Alps to Himalayas: Cycling Across Continents & Trekking the Great Himalaya Trail in Nepal
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Tough Girl EXTRA episode, we catch up with Tiphaine Muller, the intrepid French adventurer who continues to push her boundaries through long...
Jenn Phillips - From Medical Menopause to Trail Leader: One Woman's Journey to Outdoor Empowerment
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jenn is a long-distance walker, community leader, and passionate advocate for women's wellbeing in the outdoors — especially during menopause. From ...
Hilde Dosogne – Marathon Woman 366: Running 366 Marathons in a Year at Age 55 to Break a Guinness World Record
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At age 55, Belgian runner Hilde Dosogne set out to break boundaries — and did just that. In 2024, she ran 366 marathons in 366 days, earning her ...
Dr. Rosa Vasquez Espinoza – National Geographic Explorer, Amazon Scientist & Advocate for Indigenous Wisdom and Biodiversity
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we journey into the heart of the Amazon and the mind of a remarkable woman pushing the boundaries of scien...
Sophie Pierce - First person with Cystic Fibrosis to row an ocean
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply moving and inspiring episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Sophie Pierce, a 32-year-old social worker from Pembrokeshire...
Emma Wilkinson – Freelance Health Journalist, Ultra Runner & Co-Author of Ultra Women: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tough Girl Podcast, we welcome Emma Wilkinson—a freelance health journalist, ultra runner, mother of three, and co-author of the ...
Lily Canter – Ultra Runner, Women's Running Coach & Co-Author of Ultra Women: The Trailblazers Defying Sexism in Sport
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Lily Canter—an ultra runner, women's running coach, journalist, and passionate advocate for g...
Tania Carmona – First Mexican Athlete to Complete the 5 Deserts Grand Slam: Ultrarunner, Coach, and Podcaster
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Tania Carmona—a trailblazing ultrarunner, endurance coach, entrepreneur, and the first Mexic...
Dr. Sarah Ruggins – Record-Breaking Endurance Cyclist on Pushing Limits, Managing Pain, and the Power of Aggressive Patience
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Sarah Ruggins—a high-achieving investment professional, academic powerhouse, and no...
Sarah Williams - 800th Episode Special – 10 Years of the Tough Girl Podcast, 7,400 Miles of Adventure & What's Coming Next!
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I can't quite believe it, but here we are — the 800th episode of the Tough Girl Podcast! In this special solo episode, I'm taking you behind the...
Tia Banks – From Pro Athlete to Mountaineer: Climbing the 7 Volcanic Summits and Teaching Resilience Through Adventure
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we meet Tia Banks—a former professional basketball player turned mountaineer and certified re...
Sharon Evans – Walking New Zealand's 3,000km Te Araroa Trail at 58 and Inspiring Women to Embrace Outdoor Adventure
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Sharon Evans, also known as the Free Wheeling Kiwi—a 58-year-old adventurer, storytel...
Ioana Barbu – Ultra Runner - Winning the Ice & Highland Ultra and Tackling the Beyond the Ultimate Series in One Year.
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, meet Ioana Barbu—an unstoppable ultra runner with big goals, bold energy, and a fierce belief in betti...
Nicola Hardy - Munro Bagger, Outdoor Writer & Author of Peak Bagging Munros
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Tough Girl Podcast EXTRA episode we catch up with adventurer and outdoor writer Nicola Hardy—also known for becoming Munroist #6,765 afte...
Ebaide Joy Udoh – Breaking Records on Two Wheels: A Solo Motorcycle Journey Across Africa
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we meet Ebaide Joy Udoh, a bold Nigerian adventurer and storyteller on a mission to make history. Ebaide i...
Christine Reed – Long-Distance Backpacker & Author of Blood Sweat Tears | Stories of Healing, Womanhood & the Trail
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Christine Reed—an American long-distance backpacker and award-winning author—whose life...
Beth Aldridge – 22-Year-Old Vet Student & GB Dragon Boater | From Lockdown Workouts to the World Championships
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, I'm joined by Beth, a 22-year-old veterinary student and elite dragon boat paddler based in Nottingham. Be...
Wander Women: Kristy & Annette — From Retirement to the Triple Crown of Hiking & a Life of Bold Adventure
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we meet Kristy and Annette—two inspiring women who completely transformed their lives after retirement. I...
Rebecca Devereux – Mum, Vet, Trail Runner, and 3rd Place Finisher at the Montane Winter Spine Sprint
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by the incredible Rebecca Devereux — a dedicated mum, a vet, and a passionate trail and ult...
Helen Ryvar – Running Through Grief, Finding Strength & Breaking Records | 1,000 Consecutive Half Marathons (May 2022 – Jan 2025) 🙌 Inspiring Others to Be Their Best ❤️
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What began as a way to cope with grief became a world record-breaking journey that's taken Helen Ryvar across the globe — from sunrise runs in North...
Caroline Livesey – Extreme Triathlete and Elite Gravel Cyclist: Winning Races, Breaking Limits, and Giving Back
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caroline Livesey is an adventurer, extreme triathlete, ultracyclist, elite gravel cyclist and triathlon and life coach. Caroline started her journey...
Dr. Sheridan Lathe - Sailing the World to Deliver Veterinary Care to Remote Communities
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we set sail with Dr. Sheridan Lathe, aka Dr. Sheddy — a wildlife veterinarian, sailor, YouT...
Tinuke Oyediran: Adventure Presenter, Survivor UK Star. Committed to showing diverse audiences that anyone, regardless of background, can experience life to the fullest.
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tinuke Oyediran, an extraordinary adventure presenter and thrill-seeking daredevil who's breaking barriers in the w...
Ann Whatmore: A Fearless Adventurer Who Proves Severe Asthma Doesn't Set Limits – Cycling 3000km Across the UK on a Recumbent E-Trike
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by the fearless Ann Whatmore, an adventurer who proves that asthma doesn't have to set limits on what you can achieve. A...
Aisling Byrne: International Showjumper and Businesswoman on Surviving a Devastating Riding Accident and Defying the Odds to Walk and Compete Again
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, we meet Aisling Byrne — an international showjumper, successful businesswoman, and an extraordinary example of resilience...
Pamela Lee: Irish Offshore Sailor, World Record Holder, Empowering Women Through Sailing, Training for Route du Rhum 2026.
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Pamela Lee, a professional offshore sailor from Ireland who's breaking records and barrie...
Bianca Fernandez-Clark: 7x Ironman Finisher and Founder of Women in Tri UK, Making Triathlon More Inclusive for Women.
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bianca Fernandez-Clark is a 7x Ironman finisher, Chair, and co-founder of Women in Tri UK, a charity on a mission to bring more women into triathlon a...
Harriet Frost: 2x Arc of Attrition 100 mile finisher, Race Director, Business Owner of Grit Culture, Co-parent of Sea+Flo supporting people to upgrade their periods.
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Harriet Frost is a force of energy, endurance, and entrepreneurial grit. From completing the notorious Arc of Attrition 100-mile ultra twice, to di...
Celebrating Junko Tabei and 50 Years of Women on Everest – with Tori James, Jo Bradshaw & Rosemary J Brown
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This special episode of the Tough Girl Podcast brings together three incredible women—Tori James, Jo Bradshaw, and Rosemary J Brown—for an ins...
Angela Maxwell: Walking 20,000 Miles Around the World — Choosing Courage Every Step of the Way
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Maxwell spent nearly seven years walking around the world — solo. Covering over 20,000 miles across four continents and 16 countries, she bra...
Alexandra Garcia: Why Difficult Pursuits Matter — Resilience, Running & the Mountains
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alexandra Garcia's journey into the outdoors began in adulthood, after relocating from Puerto Rico to Virginia, USA. What started as a personal reconn...
Lis van Lynden: Cycling 5,000 Miles with MS – A Story of Grit, Kindness & Adventure
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2013, Lis van Lynden has refused to let the condition define her limits. With no prior cycling experience or trai...
Rahema Mamodo: Mum of 3, Finding Running Later in Life – From Couch to Ultra, Inspiring Women to Break Barriers.
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rahema Mamodo is a mum of three, a passionate runner, and a trailblazer for women in sport. Growing up in Portugal and now based in Birmingham, Rahema...
Dee Anna: From Survivor to Disabled Adventuress – Finding Strength in Nature.
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dee Anna's story is one of resilience, adventure, and refusing to let society define her limits. Born with a genetic mutation that affected her mobi...
Sherry Cardona: Ultra Endurance Cyclist and Content Creator – Tackling the Toughest Bikepacking Races
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sherry Cardona is an ultra-endurance cyclist, content creator, and adventure seeker who thrives on pushing her limits. Born in Colombia and raised in ...
Zoe Langley-Wathen: 630 Miles Braver: Mid-lifing on the South West Coast Path. The reality of imposter syndrome, facing solo adventures and the warmth of personal connections.
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zoe Langley-Wathen is a writer, speaker, and adventure seeker who has spent over a decade inspiring others to embrace the outdoors. From solo-walking ...
Shannon Hogan: Ultra Endurance Athlete & Author of The Unforgiving Hours: The Grit, Resilience, and Perseverance at the Heart of Endurance Sports
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shannon Hogan is no stranger to pushing physical and mental limits. A seasoned ultra runner, mountain biker, and open-water swimmer, she has conquere...
Dr. Caitlin Massone: Overcoming Eating Disorders Through Endurance Sports, Neuroscience & Nature – Author of Running from Perfection
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Caitlin Massone, ultra-runner, mountaineer, neurologist, and first-time author, sharing the story of her 14-year battle with eating disorders, and...
Sophie Etheridge: Breaking Barriers in Open Water – World Record English Channel Swim, Ultra Challenges & Disability Advocacy
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sophie Etheridge is redefining open water swimming. A marathon swimmer, coach, and disability advocate, she made history in 2023 by becoming the first...
Dr. Elisabeth Ogbonmwan: Championing Female Athlete Health – A Doctor, Triathlete & New Mum Balancing It All
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Elisabeth Ogbonmwan is a powerhouse—sports and exercise medicine doctor, triathlete, and new mum. Just nine weeks postpartum, she joins me on th...
Sahir Permall – Cycling 2,800 miles Solo from Glasgow to Istanbul & Empowering Women Through Biking
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sahir Permall is an adventurer, writer, and senior leader in the third sector who is passionate about getting more women on bikes. As the head of a G...
Dr. Kerri Andrews – Author of Pathfinding, Exploring Walking, Motherhood & Freedom
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Kerri Andrews is a writer, academic, and passionate walker whose work explores the deep connection between women, walking, and storytelling. She i...
Ali Mahoney: Turning 50 with Purpose – Adventure, Motherhood, and the Hike Across Malta
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ali, at 50 years young, is a dedicated mother, wife, and part-time Civil Servant from South Wales. With a lifelong passion for sport and adventure, Al...
Dr. Sarah Lonsdale - Journalist, Author of Wildly Different, and Advocate for Women in Nature
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sarah Lonsdale is an accomplished journalist, author, and lecturer at City University of London. With a career spanning over three decades, Sarah ...
Renee McGregor – World Renowned Expert in Athlete Health & Performance, Ultra-Runner, and Women's Sports Advocate
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Renee McGregor is a world-renowned sports dietitian, ultra-runner, and advocate for women in sport. With over 20 years of experience working with elit...
Stephanie Boon: Solo Hiking on a Budget – Building Resilience and Tackling the West Highland Way at 60
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Boon, also known as Stephie, is a solo hiker, backpacker, and writer based in Cornwall, UK. As the creator of the blog Ten Mile Hike, she...
Sami Sauri: Exploring the World Through Multi-Sport Adventures and Creative Storytelling
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sami Sauri is a multi-sport athlete, creative director, and storyteller who blends her passion for adventure with her artistic vision. Originally from...
Fredi Chohan: Adventure Queen Grant Winner – Hiking the Pennine Way on Her First Multi-Day Adventure at 54
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fredi Chohan is a sports enthusiast and advocate for embracing new challenges, proving it's never too late to take on something extraordinary. At 54, ...
Miriam Lancewood: A Life Beyond Civilisation – Wilderness Living, Global Adventures, and Lessons from the Wild
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Miriam Lancewood is an adventurer, author, and modern-day nomad who chose an extraordinary path far removed from the comforts of modern life. In 2010...
Claire McCall: Hiking the Hexa – A Memoir of Adventure, Fear, and Finding Joy in Midlife
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Claire McCall is a Kiwi journalist, author, and self-described "not-so-tough" adventurer who took on a life-changing challenge in her 50s. Born in Sou...
Dr. Susannah O'Sullivan: Teacher, Writer, Activist & Adventurer – From Solo Cycling Across Continents to Empowering Women in Palestine and Beyond
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Teacher, writer, activist and adventurer. Susannah quit her job as a university lecturer in 2017 to cycle solo and unsupported from the UK to the Midd...
Naomi Rumble: Leading by Example – Overcoming Barriers and Redefining What an Athlete Looks Like
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we meet Naomi Rumble, a passionate triathlete, dedicated swimming coach, and advocate for break...
Caroline Soubayroux - 2024 Guinness world record holder for fastest couple circumnavigation by bike. Wife and mother working full-time and striving to inspire the next generation.
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we sit down with the incredible Caroline Soubayroux—Guinness World Record holder, full-time project mana...
Sarah Williams: Reflections on the South West Coast Path, Health, Money & Future Plans for 2025
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At the end of 2024, I wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect, and share some personal insights from the past six months. In this special solo epi...
Prue Young: Triathlete and Critical Care Flight Paramedic Sharing Her Journey as an MS Warrior and Competing in the Ironman World Championships in Kona
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're excited to welcome Prue Young, a remarkable triathlete and critical care flight paramedic who exemplifies resilience and determ...
Linda Blakely - The Inspiring Journey of an Ironman Athlete Who Summited Everest and Lhotse and Rowed the Atlantic Ocean Solo!
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Linda Blakely is a remarkable athlete and adventurer, known for her extraordinary accomplishments in the world of endurance sports. As an Ironman comp...
Xian Goh: Climber, Coach, and Author of 'Smooth: Movement Principles and Techniques for Climbing'
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Xian, an accomplished climber, climbing coach, and writer. With over 20 years of experience in the climbi...
Heidi Beierle: Author, Artist, and Slow Traveler on Biking Across America, Accessible Outdoor Adventures, and Finding Creativity on the Road
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by the inspiring Heidi Beierle—author, slow traveler, and artist—who shares her incredible journey across America by...
Jessica Holmes: From Major Crimes Investigator to Eco-Conscious Digital Nomad—Living the Dream through Housesitting and Adventure
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Jessica Holmes—writer, author, and motivational speaker—who left a career as a major cri...
Dr. Becky Neal: Guinness World Record Holder, Elite Obstacle Course Racer & Head of British Obstacle Sports on Pushing Boundaries in Sport and Science
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for an episode that dives into the thrilling world of obstacle course racing with Dr. Becky Neal! Becky is an elite British obstacle cours...
Joy Haizelden: GB Wheelchair Basketball, Three-Time Paralympian & PhD Student
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joy Haizelden is an inspiring British wheelchair basketball player who has made significant strides in the world of adaptive sports. Born on December ...
Frankie Forzoni: From Mental Health Struggles to Norseman Xtreme Triathlon Finisher.
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Frankie is a Women's Endurance Coach and Nutritionist, helping busy women achieve their endurance goals in the most holistic way possible. From severe...
Jane Kanizay: Climbing Mt. Everest, Advocating for Consent, and Building Resilience in the Death Zone—A Mother's Journey of Strength, Survival, and Purpose.
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jane Kanizay is an adventurer, educator, activist, speaker, artist and mother of four who on 14 May 2022 successfully climbed Mt. Everest with her 19-...
Vicki Anstey: Overcoming Limitations, Conquering Fears, and Breaking Records—From SAS Challenges to Rowing the Pacific and Cycling 3,000 Miles Across America.
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After 20 years in a relationship that limited and stifled her, former advertising professional, turned fitness pioneer and award-winning entrepreneur,...
Charlotte Bowens: From a Health Crisis to 50-Mile Ultramarathon Finisher—Creating VestaPak for the Plus-Size Community in Outdoor Sports
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Charlotte Bowens: Founder of Conscious Gear and trailblazing innovator behind VestaPak, the world's first plus-size hydration vest. From university ad...
Tiffany Coates - Live from the Armchair Adventure Festival. Sharing more about her motorcycle adventures around the world.
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tiffany at the Armchair Adventure Festival in Mount Edgcumbe. Join us as we explore the world through the eyes of Ti...
Candida Louis - An Indian girl riding around the World. 10 Years of full-time Travel. Sharing her story live at the Armchair Adventure Festival.
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Candida Louis, a 28-year-old adventurer from Hubli, South India, embodies the spirit of wanderlust and the pursuit of freedom through motorcycle ridin...
Jen Scotney - Running Through the Dark: The rise and fall of an ultrarunner. A story about resilience, about never giving up, and about battling through the night and always believing that there will be a new dawn.
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jen Scotney boasts an impressive record as an ultrarunner with podium finishes in the 108-mile Montane Winter Spine Challenger South and the 190-mile ...
Risa August - Removing limiting beliefs, shifting her perspective, and embracing an expansive life…. Author of 'The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike'.
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary life and inspiring journey of Risa August, a multifaceted individual based in Colorado, USA. Risa wea...