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She Explores
She Explores
Ravel Media

Come find inspiration with women in the outdoors. Interviews, in-the-field recordings, and listener submissions make up a tapestry of episodes covering themes... more

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Episodes

Endless Curiosity (The Last Episode)

This is the last episode of She Explores. In it, we say farewell, reflect on endings, and invite past guests... more

19 Jul 2023 · 38 minutes
A Deeper Connection - Mugdha Flores

Mugdha Flores is proof of where your passion for science and the natural world can take you. From playing in... more

12 May 2023 · 25 minutes
Becoming a Mermaid - Irene Marcoux

When Irene Marcoux was growing up and playing at her local pool, she didn’t dream of becoming a mermaid. She... more

26 Apr 2023 · 33 minutes
Fluidity in Recovery: Antoinette Lee Toscano

A life-changing rappelling accident lead Antoinette Lee Toscano to choose to live the life of outdoor adventure she’d always dreamed... more

12 Apr 2023 · 36 minutes
A Student of the Sea: Olivia VanDamme

Olivia VanDamme’s hope is that one day, in her older years, she’ll be at the beach, covered in seaweed and... more

29 Mar 2023 · 49 minutes
Immersed in Swimming: Eden Elgeti

Eden Elgeti is a wild and pool swimmer in the United Kingdom, and is featured in our new book, Women... more

15 Mar 2023 · 28 minutes
Finding Freedom in Swimming: Bonnie Tsui

Bonnie Tsui's book, Why We Swim, dropped at a time when we were all looking for guidance on how to... more

03 Mar 2023 · 21 minutes
We Know You'll Love: Wild for Scotland's "Creature of the Sea"

An ode to the wonder to be found beneath the water's surface. Relax into this special audio art from Wild... more

23 Feb 2023 · 27 minutes
Living the Vanlife: Noami Grevemberg

Noami Grevemberg is a leader in the world of vanlife. She's the founder of DIversify Vanlife, a platform that highlights... more

12 Jan 2023 · 31 minutes
How Do We Spend Time Alone? Creative Fuel

When writer Florence Williams’ 25-year marriage falls apart, it sets her on a journey to explore the science behind loneliness.... more

02 Nov 2022 · 42 minutes
Taking Up Space on the Trail: Victoria Amico

Victoria Amico would say that hiking 100% ruined her life, but in the best way possible. Seven years ago, she... more

05 Oct 2022 · 28 minutes
Constant Forward Movement: McKayla Bower

Whether she’s rock climbing or sailing, McKayla Bower is motivated by always moving forward. And by setting her sights on... more

07 Sep 2022 · 34 minutes
We're back! And an Introduction to Creative Fuel

A hello, what we've been up to, a new podcast Gale's working on called "Creative Fuel", + we're back with... more

02 Sep 2022 · 3 minutes
Makeup and Muckboots in the Field

How do you navigate your femininity in a male-dominated space like environmental fieldwork research? For Julia Bingham, it's been an... more

29 Apr 2022 · 30 minutes
Courage & Surrender on the Road - Steph Jagger

Steph Jagger and her mom, Sheila, took a camping road trip together in 2016 across the Rocky Mountains. So often,... more

16 Mar 2022 · 40 minutes
Caving, Creatures, & a Dream Job - Ashley Adkins

Ashley Adkins isn’t a scientist, she simply loves recreational caving and the opportunity it offers folks with non-science background to... more

02 Mar 2022 · 35 minutes
An Announcement

A special announcement from host Gale Straub about the future of this show.

28 Feb 2022 · 3 minutes
Examining Skiing, with Love - Heather Hansman & Tori Duhaime

Journalist Heather Hansman digs deep into the past, present, and future of skiing in her new book Powder Days. Her... more

16 Feb 2022 · 43 minutes
We Know You'll Love: Indoor Kid by Out There

What happens when the person you think you want to be doesn't mesh with who you are? This week, we're... more

09 Feb 2022 · 32 minutes
Embracing a New Life in the Subarctic - Kristen Berkeley

Sometimes adventure looks like picking up and moving 3000 miles away from your home to live in the subarctic. Four... more

02 Feb 2022 · 34 minutes
Nature Meditations: Kenya Jackson-Saulters

Time often feels like it’s on hyperdrive but Kenya Jackson-Saulters helps remind us of the importance of grounding ourselves in... more

19 Jan 2022 · 34 minutes
We Know You'll Love: This is Our Time

Listen to a preview of "This is Our Time" a storytelling podcast that takes you on an immersive adventure on... more

12 Jan 2022 · 3 minutes
The Cyclical Nature of Everything: Anna Brones

The idea that everything comes back around can be a comforting thought - especially as Anna Brones shares it: “I think... more

05 Jan 2022 · 31 minutes
Into the F.U.T.U.R.E.

Gabaccia is our guide as we learn about equity, the importance of outdoor equity funds, and what it takes to... more

15 Dec 2021 · 46 minutes
The Adventure Art Academy: Claire Giordano

Join environmental artist Claire Giordano in the field as she teaches plein air painting in stunning landscapes like alpine lakes,... more

01 Dec 2021 · 37 minutes
How to Be Alone: Nicole Antoinette

Nicole Antoinette recently released a trail journal of her 2017 thru-hike of the Arizona Trail called “How to Be Alone.”... more

17 Nov 2021 · 43 minutes
Showing Up as Her Full Self for Wildlife: Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant

After 15 years as a wildlife ecologist and conservation scientist, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant has a lot of valuable life lessons... more

03 Nov 2021 · 48 minutes
Hiking Through Cancer: Rebecca Sperry

Rebecca Sperry was in the middle of a big hiking challenge when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in August... more

13 Oct 2021 · 39 minutes
Listen to this: About the Journey

Listen to this: About the Journey. Go on an audio road trip with travel lover Oneika Raymond.

29 Sep 2021 · 4 minutes
A Problem Solver's Approach to the Climate Crisis: Shaandiin Cedar

Shaandiin Cedar is on the solution side of fighting the climate crisis and invites you to join in, too. A... more

22 Sep 2021 · 35 minutes
Why We Hunt

To help paint a picture of hunting that reflects a spectrum of perspectives, Gabaccia talked with women from different generations,... more

01 Sep 2021 · 47 minutes
WorldPride: Revisiting Our Conversation with Elyse Rylander

In honor of WorldPride, we're revisiting our 2018 conversation with Elyse Rylander. Elyse is the founder and executive director of... more

18 Aug 2021 · 43 minutes
Kindness Out There

Your stories of the unexpected kindness you’ve found in the outdoors - from strangers, from nature.

11 Aug 2021 · 28 minutes
Reciprocity with Lands & Waters: Brianne Lauro

Brianne Lauro was born and raised on Hawai’i Island and learned how to hunt, fish, and dive from her father... more

04 Aug 2021 · 31 minutes
Bobbing at the Surface: Carrot Quinn

Carrot Quinn joins us on the show again to talk about her latest memoir: The Sunset Route. For those who... more

28 Jul 2021 · 39 minutes
Traversing Seasons - Matrescence, Part 2

From the tender early days of the fourth trimester, to integrating the outdoors into your little one’s lives as they... more

07 Jul 2021 · 42 minutes
Recovery on the Water: Palinor Velasco

Palinor Velasco has always pursued an adventurous life, even before she found her place in and love for the outdoors.... more

30 Jun 2021 · 35 minutes
Abby Ruhman - Voices from the GoPro Mountain Games, Episode 1

Abby Ruhman is a professional makeup artist with Alopecia Totalis who uses her body as a canvas to advocate for... more

25 Jun 2021 · 24 minutes
Ariel Tweto - Voices from the GoPro Mountain Games, Episode 2

Ariel Tweto is passionate about taking chances and trying new things in the outdoors -- and sharing her experiences with... more

25 Jun 2021 · 23 minutes
Emily Jackson - Voices from the GoPro Mountain Games, Episode 3

Emily Jackson is a professional kayaker and a mother of two. Kayaking is in her blood—her dad, Eric Jackson, is... more

25 Jun 2021 · 19 minutes
Arielle Shipe - Voices from the GoPro Mountain Games, Episode 4

Arielle Shipe is someone who shares her health and adventure story for the service of others. This year at... more

25 Jun 2021 · 23 minutes
Pregnancy & the Outdoors - Matrescence, Part 1

Pregnancy is a time of drastic physical change, and one full of expectation and anxieties, pressure and pain, hope and... more

09 Jun 2021 · 47 minutes
Meeting Yourself Where You're At: Lindsey Ingram

Lindsey Ingram has long-haul COVID, which means she is constantly renegotiating what's possible for herself in the outdoors. But just... more

26 May 2021 · 39 minutes
Spreading the Joy: Demiesha Dennis

Demiesha Dennis is an angler, mom, and community leader who is passionate about spreading the joy she’s found outdoors. In... more

19 May 2021 · 43 minutes
Canine Companionship on the Trail: Kylie Yang

Kylie Yang is a dog owner, thru-hiker, trail lover, and the New Jersey program coordinator for the New York-New Jersey... more

05 May 2021 · 37 minutes
LIVE Catch-Up: Mirna Valerio

Catch-up with Mirna Valerio aka The Mirnavator. Mirna is an ultra runner, adventurer, author, former teacher, more. Her blog, Fat... more

03 May 2021 · 27 minutes
Reach Out for a More Inclusive Outdoors

We all have something to give when it comes to making the outdoors more inclusive and accessible for all. But... more

28 Apr 2021 · 52 minutes
Fishing for Community: Serene Cusack

Serene Cusack wants to build more community in the fly fishing world, especially amongst those folks who haven’t always been... more

21 Apr 2021 · 31 minutes
Unlock a Day Trip - Navigating Through, Episode 1

You don’t have to head out on a multi-day road trip to enjoy the benefits of time away: a micro-adventure... more

14 Apr 2021 · 24 minutes
Building Bonds with Family - Navigating Through, Episode 2

In more ways than one, our circles have tightened in the last year. And while for some family has been... more

14 Apr 2021 · 26 minutes
Recharging with Purpose - Navigating Through, Episode 3

Running a nonprofit, doing advocacy work, challenging the dominant narratives of what it means to recreate outside - it all... more

14 Apr 2021 · 23 minutes
Getting Creative - Navigating Through, Episode 4

Nothing gets us out of a creative rut like a change of scenery: it helps provide a new perspective, a... more

14 Apr 2021 · 24 minutes
Slowing Down for Wildflowers: Doris Lance

Doris Lance is an avid hiker and wildflower photographer who happens to be over the age of 75. Learn her... more

07 Apr 2021 · 36 minutes
Listen, Learn, Engage: Women's Outdoor Summit

Listen and learn from leaders in the outdoor industry in this special highlight episode of the virtual Women’s Outdoor Summit.... more

31 Mar 2021 · 1 hour, 1 minute
LIVE Catch-Up: Shelma Jun

Catch-up with Shelma Jun, founder of Flash Foxy and the creator of the women’s climbing festival. We talked about her... more

29 Mar 2021 · 27 minutes
Self-Defense in the Outdoors: Nicole Snell

Nicole Snell is a self-defense expert, the creator of Outdoor Defense, owner and CEO of Girls Fight Back, a solo... more

24 Mar 2021 · 40 minutes
More than Pretty Pictures: Sofia Jaramillo

Photojournalist turned outdoor photographer Sofia Jaramillo wants to do more than take incredibly beautiful photos, she wants to help diversify... more

10 Mar 2021 · 38 minutes
LIVE Catch-Up: Erin Sullivan

Catch-up with Erin Sullivan, the creative behind @ErinOutdoors. Erin was first on the show back in February 2017, talking about... more

01 Mar 2021 · 22 minutes
A Send-Off: Laura Borichevsky

Laura Borichevsky's been working with She Explores for many years and helped co-found Ravel Media. This Thursday, with the launch... more

10 Feb 2021 · 17 minutes
Meet-Cute with Sex Outside

Laura Borichevsky wants to open up more conversations about sex, gender, and love: all through digging into the many connections... more

03 Feb 2021 · 19 minutes
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Nothing gets us out of a creative rut like a change of scenery: it helps provide a new perspective, a fresh way... more