Attempt Adventure
Attempt Adventure is a podcast all about world travel, finding adventure every day, and seeking out adventurous ways to make life more interesting. Hosted by adventurers Michael Desrosiers and Kyndra Johnson, this is a show all about inspiring you to become an adventurer. In our show, we talk to real-life adventurers and everyday people who go out of their way to seek out adventure and excitement in their own lives. Every month, we will be issuing public challenges that can help you get out to adventure and explore in your own area, and along the way, you can follow our not always successful attempts at becoming adventurers ourselves So, if you want to learn from real-life adventurers and add some excitement into your own life, subscribe to the Attempt Adventure Podcast Join us as we discuss a topic in travel and adventure with the occasional guest interview by both professional and amateur adventurers.
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Episodes
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
In this episode of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, we return from our summer hiatus!
James complete a big move across the country, Michael goes on an international business trip to Vietnam, and the two hosts use technology to identify a bird.
Honestly, we thought we would have more to talk about!
We're back, folks. Thanks for your patience as we get back into the groove after our busy and stressful summers. We've got a ton of awesome guests and episodes coming up soon.
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
Friday Jun 24, 2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
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In Season 2 Episode 11 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, we are joined by Brittnay Sharman from The Travelling Housesitters. Brittnay shares her experiences housesitting around the world, and provides tips and advice for those who might be interested to get involved in this fun and exciting adventure.
Also in this episode: a floating hotel with no AC, a Colorado treasure hunt, and a double penalty for the hosts!
In this week's Adventures in the News, Michael shares the news of a Colorado whisky-based treasure hunt. Find a golden shot glass and win a fantastic $10k prize!
https://thefox.iheart.com/featured/shawn-patrick/content/2022-05-31-there-is-a-shot-glass-worth-10000-likely-hidden-in-colorado/
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
Thursday Jun 16, 2022
Thursday Jun 16, 2022
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In Season 2 Episode 10 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers share their favorite mobile apps and tools that they use for travel and adventure.
Do you have any travel or adventure experiences you'd like to share with us? Would you like to be a guest on the show, pitch an episode idea, or just get in touch to say "hi"? Write to us at hello@attemptadventure.com with listener mail. We would love to hear from you!
Our new monthly challenge comes from our guest Linda King from thesmarttravelista.com! It's time to practice your travel writing. Describe your hometown or where you live in 1000 (or 100) words. Send in the results to hello@attemptadventure.com with the subject line "challenge" for the chance to win some Attempt Adventure Podcast merchandise. Visit our website for more information.
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
In this week's Adventure in the News, James shares a story about a wild mountain lion that broke into a California school.
https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-06-01/students-at-san-mateo-county-school-evacuated-after-mountain-lion-goes-to-class
Saturday Jun 11, 2022
Saturday Jun 11, 2022
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In Season 2 Episode 9 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers are joined by photographer Robert Lowdon from https://www.robertlowdon.com/.
We discuss Robert's photographic work in national parks across the US and Canada, as well as tips and advice for getting out in nature and beginning your adventures. If you are looking for some inspiration to start adventuring or practicing photography, this is the episode to listen to!
Also in this episode, James visits a new place in his local neighborhood, Michael explores one of Bangkok's newest markets, and the hosts get a bit off topic discussing the Star Wars prequels.
Do you have any travel or adventure experiences you'd like to share with us? Would you like to be a guest on the show, pitch an episode idea, or just get in touch to say "hi"? Write to us at hello@attemptadventure.com with listener mail. We would love to hear from you!
Our new monthly challenge comes from our guest Linda King from thesmarttravelista.com! It's time to practice your travel writing. Describe your hometown or where you live in 1000 (or 100) words. Send in the results to hello@attemptadventure.com with the subject line "challenge" for the chance to win some Attempt Adventure Podcast merchandise. Visit our website for more information.
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
In this week's Adventure in the News, Michael shares some recent updates about the terrible drought and fire situation in the southwestern US. Be careful when traveling!
https://www.nps.gov/cave/learn/news/additional-restrictions-implemented-due-to-extreme-fire-danger.htm
Friday Jun 03, 2022
Friday Jun 03, 2022
In Season 2 Episode 8 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers are joined by returning guest, Michael's younger brother, Kyle Desrosiers. Kyle, a Fulbright Scholar based in Tel Aviv, Israel, comes on the show to talk about learning Hebrew, language as a gateway to culture, and his recent experiences visiting the Great Mosque of Jaffa and learning about Israeli religious law.
Also in this episode, James takes the second penalty of the season, and the hosts discuss Thai canal communities, language apps, and birdfeeder bears.
Do you have any travel or adventure experiences you'd like to share with us? Would you like to be a guest on the show, pitch an episode idea, or just get in touch to say "hi"? Write to us at hello@attemptadventure.com with listener mail. We would love to hear from you!
Our new monthly challenge comes from our guest Linda King from thesmarttravelista.com! It's time to practice your travel writing. Describe your hometown or where you live in 1000 (or 100) words. Send in the results to hello@attemptadventure.com with the subject line "challenge" for the chance to win some Attempt Adventure Podcast merchandise. Visit our website for more information.
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
In this week's Adventure in the News, James has found an article about a bear which attacked a family through a window. Don't worry... everyone was ok (except the poor bear...), but it's a lesson on the dangers of wildlife and the importance of respecting nature!
https://www.yahoo.com/gma/bear-charges-window-wisconsin-180210151.html#:~:text=A%20Wisconsin%20couple%20stabbed%20and,attacking%20them%20on%20Sunday%20night.
Thursday May 26, 2022
Thursday May 26, 2022
In Season 2 Episode 7 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, we are joined by podcaster and adventurer Scott Gurian, host of the Far From Home Podcast. Scott shares his adventures traveling in Iran, roadtripping across Mongolia, exploring the ruins of Chernobyl, and more!
Also in this episode: hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers discuss US currency, the oldest US park ranger, and more. One of us also has to take the very first penalty of the season, and has to spin the Wheel of Penalty!
Do you have any travel or adventure experiences you'd like to share with us? Would you like to be a guest on the show, pitch an episode idea, or just get in touch to say "hi"? Write to us at hello@attemptadventure.com with listener mail. We would love to hear from you!
Our new monthly challenge comes from our guest Linda King from thesmarttravelista.com! It's time to practice your travel writing. Describe your hometown or where you live in 1000 (or 100) words. Send in the results to hello@attemptadventure.com with the subject line "challenge" for the chance to win some Attempt Adventure Podcast merchandise. Visit our website for more information.
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
In this week's Adventures in the News segment, Michael shares a story about Betty Reid Soskin, the US National Park Service's oldest active park ranger.
https://www.mercurynews.com/2022/04/01/oldest-u-s-active-park-ranger-retires-at-100
Monday May 23, 2022
Monday May 23, 2022
In Season 2 Episode 6 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, we talk about the very real issues of gatekeeping and imposter syndrome in travel and adventure.
Also in this episode: hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers discuss sacred Thai tattoos, Warhammer 40K, and an incredible Mt. Everest Adventure.
Do you have any travel or adventure experiences you'd like to share with us? Would you like to be a guest on the show, pitch an episode idea, or just get in touch to say "hi"? Write to us at hello@attemptadventure.com with listener mail. We would love to hear from you!
Our new monthly challenge comes from our guest Linda King from thesmarttravelista.com! It's time to practice your travel writing. Describe your hometown or where you live in 1000 (or 100) words. Send in the results to hello@attemptadventure.com with the subject line "challenge" for the chance to win some Attempt Adventure Podcast merchandise. Visit our website for more information.
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
In this week's Adventures in the News segment, James shares the news of the Full Circle Everest Team's recent accomplishment in successfully summitting the world's tallest peak.
https://www.fullcircleeverest.com/
Friday May 13, 2022
Friday May 13, 2022
In Season 2 Episode 5 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, we are joined by Linda King from The Smart Travelista! Linda joins us to talk about travel health and safety and to share some tips from her book on the subject (available on Amazon)! Linda also shares stories from some of her adventures around the world and close to home, including a special segment about traveling in Australia.
Find The Smart Travelista on the web, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and visit Amazon to check out Linda's fantastic books full of travel tips and advice.
Also in this episode: hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers share some of their own misadventures with travel health and safety, and talk about scorpions, cigarettes, mountain lions, and the "Great Loop".
Do you have any travel or adventure experiences you'd like to share with us? Would you like to be a guest on the show, pitch an episode idea, or just get in touch to say "hi"? Write to us at hello@attemptadventure.com with listener mail. We would love to hear from you!
Our new monthly challenge comes from our guest Linda King from thesmarttravelista.com! It's time to practice your travel writing. Describe your hometown or where you live in 1000 words. Send in the results to hello@attemptadventure.com with the subject line "challenge" for the chance to win some Attempt Adventure Podcast merchandise. Visit our website for more information.
Visit our website attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!
Thanks again to Linda for coming on the show!!!