<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Born to X Forced to Y.</p><p></p><p>Replace the X with fishing, frolicking, cowboyin' about, exploring, singing, creating, dancing...</p><p></p><p>The Y is how things are right now. Excel sheets, traffic, taxes, brainrot.</p><p></p><p>The Drifters and Dreamers podcast explores that difference—what we're doing and what we <b>want</b> to be doing.</p><p></p><p>You're not the only one has been feeling it. Follow along as we create a community of people living the way they're supposed to.</p>]]></description><link>https://riverside.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:04:14 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/rFSQMi1R.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></author><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:47:34 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Bryan Jeppesen]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Wilderness]]></category><itunes:author>Bryan Jeppesen</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Born to X Forced to Y.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Replace the X with fishing, frolicking, cowboyin&apos; about, exploring, singing, creating, dancing...&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Y is how things are right now. Excel sheets, traffic, taxes, brainrot.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Drifters and Dreamers podcast explores that difference—what we&apos;re doing and what we &lt;b&gt;want&lt;/b&gt; to be doing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You&apos;re not the only one has been feeling it. Follow along as we create a community of people living the way they&apos;re supposed to.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Bryan Jeppesen</itunes:name><itunes:email>colombiaindiana2000@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Sports"><itunes:category text="Wilderness"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/logos/b3fc2626-276b-497d-bac6-690e08e0cd07.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers 07 — The Stoke Factor with Matt]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Matt Fitzgerald — product designer and developer at NAFS, a pocket knife startup in Layton, Utah — shares his journey as a creative, an outdoor adventurer, and a young professional finding his footing. From getting his artwork into the Springville Art Museum at 21, to designing pocket knives full-time, Matt talks about how creativity and the outdoors have shaped who he is. He opens up about a lonely season after high school that pushed him to find solace in hiking and mountain biking, the rush of paying for your downhills, and why suffering through hard things — whether it's a rain-soaked night at Kings Peak or a 26-mile day hike — makes life richer. Matt also reflects on staying stoked, avoiding burnout as a creative professional, and what it means to genuinely love your work.<br /><br />00:00 – Introduction and Meet Matt Fitzgerald <br />01:07 – Designer, Knife Maker, and Amateur Artist <br />02:55 – Getting Into the Springville Art Museum <br />07:08 – Balancing Art as a Passion vs. a Career <br />11:04 – Staying Stoked: Avoiding Creative Burnout <br />13:49 – The Stoke Factor and Why We Do Hard Things <br />16:00 – Kings Peak: A Night Gone Wrong <br />22:19 – Why We Go Back for More <br />25:45 – Mount Timpanogos and a Medical Emergency <br />37:39 – Mountain Biking as a Gateway to the Outdoors 44:47 – Paying for Your Downhills (Philosophically Speaking) <br />48:53 – Why People Are Unhappy and What the Outdoors Fixes <br />50:09 – Living the Dream at 23 <br />52:35 – Advice to a Younger Self<br /><br />Matt's Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfitz_designs/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/mattfitz_designs/</a><br /><br />Knaf's Website;<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.knafs.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqYMt0dEQhWuM0uIvCMfLXEVfk_6G6Nfwn8PynBoYpZJlsX9oEb" target="_blank">https://www.knafs.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqYMt0dEQhWuM0uIvCMfLXEVfk_6G6Nfwn8PynBoYpZJlsX9oEb</a><br /><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">11256a10-e656-4cfb-9362-980b84df9150</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:17:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b218ae8e31cabe2e4e9bafce1e449be3b56923b31a007cd01b9b42f63724a1a2/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxMTI1NmExMC1lNjU2LTRjZmItOTM2Mi05ODBiODRkZjkxNTAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJjZTc0YTM2Mi02NWUxLTQ5MzUtYjgwOC0zMWMyMzc5N2MxMDEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTI2MjM5YTE5OTgxOWVhNWJmYTlmYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljMjIyMGQ1MmRjZmRmYjcyY2ZmZGY4L2JyeWFuLWplcHBlc2Vucy1zdHVkaW8tWXdFVEItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTI0X182LTMzLTEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="81189243" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/episodes/11256a10-e656-4cfb-9362-980b84df9150/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Matt Fitzgerald — product designer and developer at NAFS, a pocket knife startup in Layton, Utah — shares his journey as a creative, an outdoor adventurer, and a young professional finding his footing. From getting his artwork into the Springville Art Museum at 21, to designing pocket knives full-time, Matt talks about how creativity and the outdoors have shaped who he is. He opens up about a lonely season after high school that pushed him to find solace in hiking and mountain biking, the rush of paying for your downhills, and why suffering through hard things — whether it&apos;s a rain-soaked night at Kings Peak or a 26-mile day hike — makes life richer. Matt also reflects on staying stoked, avoiding burnout as a creative professional, and what it means to genuinely love your work.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;00:00 – Introduction and Meet Matt Fitzgerald &lt;br /&gt;01:07 – Designer, Knife Maker, and Amateur Artist &lt;br /&gt;02:55 – Getting Into the Springville Art Museum &lt;br /&gt;07:08 – Balancing Art as a Passion vs. a Career &lt;br /&gt;11:04 – Staying Stoked: Avoiding Creative Burnout &lt;br /&gt;13:49 – The Stoke Factor and Why We Do Hard Things &lt;br /&gt;16:00 – Kings Peak: A Night Gone Wrong &lt;br /&gt;22:19 – Why We Go Back for More &lt;br /&gt;25:45 – Mount Timpanogos and a Medical Emergency &lt;br /&gt;37:39 – Mountain Biking as a Gateway to the Outdoors 44:47 – Paying for Your Downhills (Philosophically Speaking) &lt;br /&gt;48:53 – Why People Are Unhappy and What the Outdoors Fixes &lt;br /&gt;50:09 – Living the Dream at 23 &lt;br /&gt;52:35 – Advice to a Younger Self&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Matt&apos;s Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/mattfitz_designs/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/mattfitz_designs/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Knaf&apos;s Website;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.knafs.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqYMt0dEQhWuM0uIvCMfLXEVfk_6G6Nfwn8PynBoYpZJlsX9oEb&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.knafs.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqYMt0dEQhWuM0uIvCMfLXEVfk_6G6Nfwn8PynBoYpZJlsX9oEb&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:56:23</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/episodes/11256a10-e656-4cfb-9362-980b84df9150/images/4ae3d790-4e4f-4c4e-b5e1-fce1753f14a2.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Drifters &amp; Dreamers 07 — The Stoke Factor with Matt</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers 06 — Joey from Cardinal Bloom]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this conversation, Joey St. John, the singer and guitarist of Cardinal Bloom, shares insights into his journey in the music industry, the challenges and rewards of going full-time, and the importance of community in the Utah music scene. He discusses the intersection of sports and music, the art of songwriting, and the power of music as a form of expression. Joey emphasizes the significance of maintaining relationships, the collaborative spirit of the music community, and the personal nature of creating art. He also reflects on overcoming doubt and the drive to pursue one's passion despite external skepticism.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p><b>00:00</b>Introduction to Cardinal Bloom and Joey St. John</p><p><b>03:05 </b>Transitioning to Full-Time Music</p><p><b>05:59 </b>The Intersection of Sports and Music</p><p><b>12:02 </b>The Utah Music Scene and Community</p><p><b>17:58 </b>Mentorship and Growth in Music</p><p><b>24:10 </b>The Art of Songwriting and Personal Expression</p><p><b>30:01 </b>Stage Presence and Performance Dynamics</p><p><b>36:12 </b>The Power of Music and Art</p><p><b>41:47 </b>Overcoming Doubt and Pursuing Passion</p><p></p><p>Show notes:</p><p>Cardinal Bloom links: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/cardinalbloomofficial/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1kL35cnfsVSfKJ6xLk0K9f?si=CUjoEBT4Sc-Jg4KUxpCOzg" target="_blank">Spotify</a></p><p></p><p>Other bands mentioned: The Moss, Backseat Lovers, The Kilans, Beeson, Bonneville, Over Under</p><p></p><p></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fa525fe9-5ee6-42d8-8c74-1fe11276b9a6</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2fdf15258d6e13d8ece1eb9169411e34d5ba7b62a03b430224f5300412eb9d51/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmYTUyNWZlOS01ZWU2LTQyZDgtOGM3NC0xZmUxMTI3NmI5YTYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJjZTc0YTM2Mi02NWUxLTQ5MzUtYjgwOC0zMWMyMzc5N2MxMDEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTI2MjM5YTE5OTgxOWVhNWJmYTlmYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliMGUxMzZkYmRhOGUwYTlhMWJmYjQ4L2JyeWFuLWplcHBlc2Vucy1zdHVkaW8tWXdFVEItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTExX180LTI3LTUwLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="78660172" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/episodes/fa525fe9-5ee6-42d8-8c74-1fe11276b9a6/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this conversation, Joey St. John, the singer and guitarist of Cardinal Bloom, shares insights into his journey in the music industry, the challenges and rewards of going full-time, and the importance of community in the Utah music scene. He discusses the intersection of sports and music, the art of songwriting, and the power of music as a form of expression. Joey emphasizes the significance of maintaining relationships, the collaborative spirit of the music community, and the personal nature of creating art. He also reflects on overcoming doubt and the drive to pursue one&apos;s passion despite external skepticism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Chapters&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;00:00&lt;/b&gt;Introduction to Cardinal Bloom and Joey St. John&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;03:05 &lt;/b&gt;Transitioning to Full-Time Music&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;05:59 &lt;/b&gt;The Intersection of Sports and Music&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;12:02 &lt;/b&gt;The Utah Music Scene and Community&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;17:58 &lt;/b&gt;Mentorship and Growth in Music&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;24:10 &lt;/b&gt;The Art of Songwriting and Personal Expression&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;30:01 &lt;/b&gt;Stage Presence and Performance Dynamics&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;36:12 &lt;/b&gt;The Power of Music and Art&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;41:47 &lt;/b&gt;Overcoming Doubt and Pursuing Passion&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Show notes:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Cardinal Bloom links: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/cardinalbloomofficial/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Instagram&lt;/a&gt; &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://open.spotify.com/artist/1kL35cnfsVSfKJ6xLk0K9f?si=CUjoEBT4Sc-Jg4KUxpCOzg&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Spotify&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Other bands mentioned: The Moss, Backseat Lovers, The Kilans, Beeson, Bonneville, Over Under&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:54:37</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/logos/b3fc2626-276b-497d-bac6-690e08e0cd07.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Drifters &amp; Dreamers 06 — Joey from Cardinal Bloom</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers 05 — Elopements and Breaking Expectations with Macayla]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Summary</p><p>In this episode, Bryan Jeppesen interviews photographer MacaylaLott, who shares her journey from a small-town upbringing in Utah to becoming a full-time elopement photographer. Macayla discusses her evolution in photography, the importance of storytelling, and the emotional connections she forms with her clients. She emphasizes the significance of nature in her work and how it has influenced her personal growth. Macayla also shares insights on building community among photographers and the transformative experiences she has had through her craft.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Background</p><p>02:57 Journey into Photography</p><p>06:00 Evolution of Photography Style</p><p>09:03 The Role of Photography in Life</p><p>11:59 Turning Passion into Profession</p><p>14:48 Building Community and Content Days</p><p>18:03 Experiences and Relationships in Photography</p><p>20:57 Personal Reflections on Love and Marriage</p><p>24:13 Overcoming Challenges in Photography</p><p>26:56 Connection to Nature and Spirituality</p><p>30:01 Wildlife and Nature Experiences</p><p>33:01 Storytelling Through Photography</p><p>35:58 Final Thoughts and Advice<br /><br />Links:</p><p>Macayla's Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/macaylalottphoto?igsh=MTVoOTdodXFwMjly" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/macaylalottphoto?igsh=MTVoOTdodXFwMjly</a><br /><br />Macayla's Website:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://macaylalottphotography.com/#header" target="_blank">https://macaylalottphotography.com/#header</a><br /></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">0505b061-d1cc-48dd-9c75-74eca57608bd</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/8ee9c320a45a9c9575df8275749f30541795b82ddba0a87bda999dc8310ba06c/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwNTA1YjA2MS1kMWNjLTQ4ZGQtOWM3NS03NGVjYTU3NjA4YmQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJjZTc0YTM2Mi02NWUxLTQ5MzUtYjgwOC0zMWMyMzc5N2MxMDEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTI2MjM5YTE5OTgxOWVhNWJmYTlmYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhNWQ4YmZmYzc0OTA1Y2U1YjZhOTM3L2JyeWFuLWplcHBlc2Vucy1zdHVkaW8tWXdFVEItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTJfXzE5LTM2LTQ3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="57030784" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/episodes/0505b061-d1cc-48dd-9c75-74eca57608bd/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Summary&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Bryan Jeppesen interviews photographer MacaylaLott, who shares her journey from a small-town upbringing in Utah to becoming a full-time elopement photographer. Macayla discusses her evolution in photography, the importance of storytelling, and the emotional connections she forms with her clients. She emphasizes the significance of nature in her work and how it has influenced her personal growth. Macayla also shares insights on building community among photographers and the transformative experiences she has had through her craft.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction and Background&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:57 Journey into Photography&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;06:00 Evolution of Photography Style&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:03 The Role of Photography in Life&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;11:59 Turning Passion into Profession&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:48 Building Community and Content Days&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:03 Experiences and Relationships in Photography&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:57 Personal Reflections on Love and Marriage&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;24:13 Overcoming Challenges in Photography&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;26:56 Connection to Nature and Spirituality&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:01 Wildlife and Nature Experiences&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;33:01 Storytelling Through Photography&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;35:58 Final Thoughts and Advice&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Links:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Macayla&apos;s Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/macaylalottphoto?igsh=MTVoOTdodXFwMjly&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/macaylalottphoto?igsh=MTVoOTdodXFwMjly&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Macayla&apos;s Website:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://macaylalottphotography.com/#header&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://macaylalottphotography.com/#header&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:39:36</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/logos/b3fc2626-276b-497d-bac6-690e08e0cd07.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Drifters &amp; Dreamers 05 — Elopements and Breaking Expectations with Macayla</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers 04 — Eagles, Bears, and Boats with Hannah]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Summary</p><p></p><p>Today I talk to Hannah Johnston, a passionate ski instructor and outdoor enthusiast from Heber City, Utah. Hannah shares her journey from growing up in a small farm town to becoming a ski instructor and river rafting guide in Alaska. She discusses her educational background in geography and environmental studies at BYU, where she engaged in research on the Great Salt Lake's environmental issues. Hannah emphasizes the importance of outdoor experiences in fostering a connection to nature and the environment, advocating for conservation through education and personal experiences in the wild.</p><p></p><p>Throughout the conversation, Hannah recounts her thrilling adventures in river rafting, including a memorable trip down the Grand Canyon where she faced the challenges of navigating class 8 rapids. She reflects on the beauty and harshness of nature, sharing insights on how these experiences shape our understanding of the environment. The episode concludes with practical advice for listeners on how to engage with nature responsibly, whether through birding, rafting, or simply enjoying local parks, while encouraging everyone to advocate for the protection of public lands.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><p>"I kind of fell in love with the outdoor industry and tourism."</p><p>"If people don't have passions or memorable experiences in the environment, then they're not going to care about what goes on in the environment."</p><p>"It's a privilege to be intimate with nature in that way."</p><p>"You just gotta start small and go from there."</p><p>"Leave no trace and recreate responsibly."</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Hannah Johnston</p><p>01:45 Hannah's Background and Education</p><p>03:46 The Importance of Outdoor Experiences</p><p>08:04 Changing Perspectives Through Nature</p><p>10:51 The Beauty of the Kenai River</p><p>12:23 Reflections on Nature's Timelessness</p><p>14:03 Birding Passion and Insights</p><p>19:40 Experiences with Eagles and Bears</p><p>24:59 Adventures in the Grand Canyon</p><p>37:14 Contrasting Landscapes: Alaska vs. Grand Canyon</p><p>41:59 Engaging with Nature and Conservation</p><p></p><p>River Rafting Jobs: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://alaskariveradventures.com/" target="_blank">https://alaskariveradventures.com/</a><br /></p><p>The Emerald Mile by Kevin Fedarko: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.grandcanyon.org/products/sc-emerald-mile-the-story-1-24128" target="_blank">https://www.grandcanyon.org/products/sc-emerald-mile-the-story-1-24128</a><br /><br />For those getting into birding- download the “<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/" target="_blank">Merlin Bird ID</a>” app to get started on identifying birds! The app is created by Cornell University’s ornithology lab. </p><p></p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/hannah_and_her_adventures?igsh=cDVqdGJ1cXM4N2p5" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/hannah_and_her_adventures?igsh=cDVqdGJ1cXM4N2p5</a></p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c831550e-cd21-4310-9954-2677f7263442</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/fd4e681cb3897b9667d8590379197329a6305cd82b48837e55a4479ffaa20c88/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjODMxNTUwZS1jZDIxLTQzMTAtOTk1NC0yNjc3ZjcyNjM0NDIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJjZTc0YTM2Mi02NWUxLTQ5MzUtYjgwOC0zMWMyMzc5N2MxMDEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTI2MjM5YTE5OTgxOWVhNWJmYTlmYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5OWVlNTgyMDQ3ODEyOTE2YzkyYTRmL2JyeWFuLWplcHBlc2Vucy1zdHVkaW8tWXdFVEItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTIxX18xOC00MS00NC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="66503829" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Summary&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today I talk to Hannah Johnston, a passionate ski instructor and outdoor enthusiast from Heber City, Utah. Hannah shares her journey from growing up in a small farm town to becoming a ski instructor and river rafting guide in Alaska. She discusses her educational background in geography and environmental studies at BYU, where she engaged in research on the Great Salt Lake&apos;s environmental issues. Hannah emphasizes the importance of outdoor experiences in fostering a connection to nature and the environment, advocating for conservation through education and personal experiences in the wild.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Throughout the conversation, Hannah recounts her thrilling adventures in river rafting, including a memorable trip down the Grand Canyon where she faced the challenges of navigating class 8 rapids. She reflects on the beauty and harshness of nature, sharing insights on how these experiences shape our understanding of the environment. The episode concludes with practical advice for listeners on how to engage with nature responsibly, whether through birding, rafting, or simply enjoying local parks, while encouraging everyone to advocate for the protection of public lands.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;I kind of fell in love with the outdoor industry and tourism.&quot;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;If people don&apos;t have passions or memorable experiences in the environment, then they&apos;re not going to care about what goes on in the environment.&quot;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;It&apos;s a privilege to be intimate with nature in that way.&quot;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;You just gotta start small and go from there.&quot;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&quot;Leave no trace and recreate responsibly.&quot;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to Hannah Johnston&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:45 Hannah&apos;s Background and Education&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;03:46 The Importance of Outdoor Experiences&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;08:04 Changing Perspectives Through Nature&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;10:51 The Beauty of the Kenai River&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;12:23 Reflections on Nature&apos;s Timelessness&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:03 Birding Passion and Insights&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;19:40 Experiences with Eagles and Bears&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;24:59 Adventures in the Grand Canyon&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;37:14 Contrasting Landscapes: Alaska vs. Grand Canyon&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;41:59 Engaging with Nature and Conservation&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;River Rafting Jobs: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://alaskariveradventures.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://alaskariveradventures.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Emerald Mile by Kevin Fedarko: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.grandcanyon.org/products/sc-emerald-mile-the-story-1-24128&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.grandcanyon.org/products/sc-emerald-mile-the-story-1-24128&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;For those getting into birding- download the “&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Merlin Bird ID&lt;/a&gt;” app to get started on identifying birds! The app is created by Cornell University’s ornithology lab. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/hannah_and_her_adventures?igsh=cDVqdGJ1cXM4N2p5&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/hannah_and_her_adventures?igsh=cDVqdGJ1cXM4N2p5&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:46:11</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/logos/b3fc2626-276b-497d-bac6-690e08e0cd07.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Drifters &amp; Dreamers 04 — Eagles, Bears, and Boats with Hannah</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers 03 — Cowboys and Skate Ramps with Emerson]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the missionary experience during COVID, entrepreneurship and starting a business, and the influence of cowboy culture on personal and professional endeavors. The conversation delves into intentional parenting, balancing leadership and friendship, and embracing creativity and expression. It explores the empowerment of children, the father-son bond, defining masculinity, and the impact of social media on individuality. It also discusses the pursuit of excellence, leaving behind a worthwhile legacy, and the neutral beauty of creativity and expression.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Missionary experience during COVID</li><li>Entrepreneurship and starting a business</li><li>Influence of cowboy culture Parenting with intention</li><li>Balancing leadership and friendship</li><li>Embracing creativity and expression</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Missionary Experience During COVID</li><li>18:36 Influence of Cowboy Culture</li><li>40:39 The Neutral Beauty of Creativity and Expression<br /><br /></li></ul><p>Cowboys Skate Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/cowboysskate?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/cowboysskate?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==</a><br /><br /></p><p>Cowboys Skate website:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cowboysskate.com/" target="_blank">https://www.cowboysskate.com/</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d3e5c257-27a2-45ff-8130-33c5c37672b1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:18:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ade426071f0c3602e15e14319f1449b117eb9e3d8d2c5530ab9860486717d3ce/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkM2U1YzI1Ny0yN2EyLTQ1ZmYtODEzMC0zM2M1YzM3NjcyYjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJjZTc0YTM2Mi02NWUxLTQ5MzUtYjgwOC0zMWMyMzc5N2MxMDEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTI2MjM5YTE5OTgxOWVhNWJmYTlmYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk3YzNiY2VlMGQ2MDg2MDE0MWNjYTdkL2JyeWFuLWplcHBlc2Vucy1zdHVkaW8tWXdFVEItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0xLTMwX182LTQtMTQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="16713160" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the missionary experience during COVID, entrepreneurship and starting a business, and the influence of cowboy culture on personal and professional endeavors. The conversation delves into intentional parenting, balancing leadership and friendship, and embracing creativity and expression. It explores the empowerment of children, the father-son bond, defining masculinity, and the impact of social media on individuality. It also discusses the pursuit of excellence, leaving behind a worthwhile legacy, and the neutral beauty of creativity and expression.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Missionary experience during COVID&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Entrepreneurship and starting a business&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Influence of cowboy culture Parenting with intention&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Balancing leadership and friendship&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Embracing creativity and expression&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Missionary Experience During COVID&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;18:36 Influence of Cowboy Culture&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;40:39 The Neutral Beauty of Creativity and Expression&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Cowboys Skate Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/cowboysskate?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/cowboysskate?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Cowboys Skate website:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.cowboysskate.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.cowboysskate.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:34:49</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/logos/b3fc2626-276b-497d-bac6-690e08e0cd07.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Drifters &amp; Dreamers 03 — Cowboys and Skate Ramps with Emerson</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers 02 — River Rafts and Forest Fires with Kelsey]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers Kelsey's introduction and background, her journey into wildland firefighting, the operations of Camp Crew and base camps, fire conditions and logistics, roles and responsibilities in base camp, sacrifices and commitment, camp crew structure and training, and promotion and advancement in wildland firefighting. The discussion provides insights into the valuable work experience gained from wildland firefighting programs and the process of getting involved in this field. The conversation covers Kelsey's experiences as a firefighter, the daily routine on a fire, the impact of firefighting on her perspective, her connection with nature, transition to interior design, river rafting experience, and final thoughts on balancing work and nature.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Wildland firefighting programs provide valuable work experience for young adults.</li><li>The process of getting involved in wildland firefighting involves training, physical tests, and a hiring process. Nature's Impact: Exposure to nature strengthens appreciation and love for it.</li><li>Balancing Work and Nature: Finding a balance between a digital-based career and spending time outside is essential for fulfillment.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Background</li><li>06:14 Roles and Responsibilities in Base Camp</li><li>17:22 Promotion and Advancement in Wildland Firefighting</li><li>23:13 A Day on a Fire</li><li>31:16 Connection with Nature</li><li>36:25 Transition to Interior Design</li><li>44:16 Final Thoughts and Takeaways</li></ul><p></p><p>Kelsey's Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/kelsey.dawn?igsh=MW1lY3FlNTZqdnkxNA%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/kelsey.dawn?igsh=MW1lY3FlNTZqdnkxNA%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr</a><br /><br />River rafting jobs:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://alaskariveradventures.com/" target="_blank">https://alaskariveradventures.com/</a></p><p></p><p>Forest Service jobs:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.usajobs.gov/" target="_blank">https://www.usajobs.gov/</a></p><p><br /></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">94cb9f72-e6fb-405c-a4b0-c1094aef9857</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:18:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/bf0583c704a70a0f3ec2482439fca47a0a22640e3a40aab67881cd6913254983/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5NGNiOWY3Mi1lNmZiLTQwNWMtYTRiMC1jMTA5NGFlZjk4NTciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJjZTc0YTM2Mi02NWUxLTQ5MzUtYjgwOC0zMWMyMzc5N2MxMDEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTI2MjM5YTE5OTgxOWVhNWJmYTlmYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5NDBkNGNjYTAwMDRlOWU1MmFjNWQwL2JyeWFuLWplcHBlc2Vucy1zdHVkaW8tWXdFVEItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTE3X183LTQwLTEyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="19613588" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers Kelsey&apos;s introduction and background, her journey into wildland firefighting, the operations of Camp Crew and base camps, fire conditions and logistics, roles and responsibilities in base camp, sacrifices and commitment, camp crew structure and training, and promotion and advancement in wildland firefighting. The discussion provides insights into the valuable work experience gained from wildland firefighting programs and the process of getting involved in this field. The conversation covers Kelsey&apos;s experiences as a firefighter, the daily routine on a fire, the impact of firefighting on her perspective, her connection with nature, transition to interior design, river rafting experience, and final thoughts on balancing work and nature.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wildland firefighting programs provide valuable work experience for young adults.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The process of getting involved in wildland firefighting involves training, physical tests, and a hiring process. Nature&apos;s Impact: Exposure to nature strengthens appreciation and love for it.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Balancing Work and Nature: Finding a balance between a digital-based career and spending time outside is essential for fulfillment.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and Background&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:14 Roles and Responsibilities in Base Camp&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:22 Promotion and Advancement in Wildland Firefighting&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:13 A Day on a Fire&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;31:16 Connection with Nature&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:25 Transition to Interior Design&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;44:16 Final Thoughts and Takeaways&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Kelsey&apos;s Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/kelsey.dawn?igsh=MW1lY3FlNTZqdnkxNA%3D%3D&amp;amp;utm_source=qr&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.instagram.com/kelsey.dawn?igsh=MW1lY3FlNTZqdnkxNA%3D%3D&amp;amp;utm_source=qr&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;River rafting jobs:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://alaskariveradventures.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://alaskariveradventures.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Forest Service jobs:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.usajobs.gov/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.usajobs.gov/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:40:52</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/logos/b3fc2626-276b-497d-bac6-690e08e0cd07.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Drifters &amp; Dreamers 02 — River Rafts and Forest Fires with Kelsey</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drifters & Dreamers 01 — Strangers in a Strange Land with Josiah]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers Josiah's journey as a freelance videographer, his passion for photography, and his recent trip to Iraq and Turkey. It also explores his experience with the local culture and people in these regions. Josiah shares his travel experiences in Turkey and Iraq, emphasizing the authentic local interactions and cultural immersion. He also discusses his transition period and the rejuvenating impact of his trip on his life.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Freelance Videography</li><li>Passion for Photography</li><li>Cultural Experience in Iraq and Turkey Authentic local experiences</li><li>Rejuvenating impact of travel</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Journey of a Freelance Videographer</li><li>11:01 Passion for Photography</li><li>26:42 Cultural Experience in Iraq and Turkey</li><li>37:13 Exploring Istanbul and Local Interactions</li><li>47:09 Rejuvenating Impact of Travel<br /><br />Josiah's Instagram <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/jsjphotovideo/p/DAwHGItpyUZ/" target="_blank"><b>https://www.instagram.com/jsjphotovideo/p/DAwHGItpyUZ/</b></a><br /><br /><b>Josiah's Website</b><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.jsjphotovideo.com" target="_blank"><b>https://www.jsjphotovideo.com</b></a></li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ab92156f-f03a-4343-be03-b843d882d09e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bryan Jeppesen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:18:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/73bf0ce24e1aaa1afe8229b95d589d58e91e4678b8d169a2a7251d05c2e84523/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhYjkyMTU2Zi1mMDNhLTQzNDMtYmUwMy1iODQzZDg4MmQwOWUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJjZTc0YTM2Mi02NWUxLTQ5MzUtYjgwOC0zMWMyMzc5N2MxMDEiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTI2MjM5YTE5OTgxOWVhNWJmYTlmYWQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5NDBiNzY1M2Y2ZjM0NTNhMTRiMTdmL2JyeWFuLWplcHBlc2Vucy1zdHVkaW8tWXdFVEItY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTE3X183LTMyLTIyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="20189536" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers Josiah&apos;s journey as a freelance videographer, his passion for photography, and his recent trip to Iraq and Turkey. It also explores his experience with the local culture and people in these regions. Josiah shares his travel experiences in Turkey and Iraq, emphasizing the authentic local interactions and cultural immersion. He also discusses his transition period and the rejuvenating impact of his trip on his life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Freelance Videography&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Passion for Photography&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cultural Experience in Iraq and Turkey Authentic local experiences&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Rejuvenating impact of travel&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Journey of a Freelance Videographer&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:01 Passion for Photography&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;26:42 Cultural Experience in Iraq and Turkey&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;37:13 Exploring Istanbul and Local Interactions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;47:09 Rejuvenating Impact of Travel&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Josiah&apos;s Instagram &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jsjphotovideo/p/DAwHGItpyUZ/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://www.instagram.com/jsjphotovideo/p/DAwHGItpyUZ/&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Josiah&apos;s Website&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.jsjphotovideo.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://www.jsjphotovideo.com&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:42:04</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/ce74a362-65e1-4935-b808-31c23797c101/logos/b3fc2626-276b-497d-bac6-690e08e0cd07.png"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Drifters &amp; Dreamers 01 — Strangers in a Strange Land with Josiah</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>