We catch up on this latest episode of the sound ideas podcast to discuss three of Frank's most recent trips. Two past and one upcoming. We also delve into his quick stint of the polar bear guide. Running themes are unsupported kayak and canoe expeditions and the exploration of Canada's north.

Quick hit, discussing Franks latest adventure in Nunavut then looking forward to a canoe trip in the Yukon; before digressing into some quasi-political nonsense... in the woods. "Alone again, Naturally"

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A delightful conversation with outdoor adventurer, educator and legend; Stephen Ziff. Stephen is based in Vancouver, BC and is an accomplished paddler, climber and backcountry skier.  He is also a family man, educator and all around good guy.  This episode will be of interest if you are interested in kayaking, canyoning and back country skiing. . . . #Backcountry #Skiing #Skitour #Paddle #Adventure #Kayak #Utah #Canyon

Shane Foxman is a veteran television and radio broadcaster and the former sports reporter for CBC News Vancouver. He also worked with a long list of other networks and shows across Canada including City TV and breakfast television among others.  Beyond his career he is an avid sport fan, family man and all around good, neighbourly guy. . . . #Broadcasting, #CBC #Sports #Canucks #leafs #NewYorkYankees 

This week we speak with Kevin Vallely, a humble legend.  Take the time to get deep into this episode as he has a few paramount stories worth a listen. Kevin Vallely is based in North Vancouver, Canada, and balances his time as Lead Facilitator and Expedition Manager for the leadership development company The AIP Group and as the Principal Architect at Vallely Architecture. He is an adventurer, a keynote speaker, and a writer. His most recent book Wild Success: 7 Key Lessons Business Leaders Can Learn from Extreme Adventurers.  His adventures include athletics, crossing Europe by bike with a family of four, fleeing Siberia with an infant child to avoid reprisal from the Russian government and more...   You can find more about the Sound Ideas Podcast online at soundideaspodcast.com or find us on instagram.  Please follow, like and recommend us to help support the project.

The second half of our conversation with Darren McKay, owner & operator at Dream Cycle cycling shop on Commercial Drive, in Vancouver, BC. This conversation is split into two episodes (007 & 008) and will be most interesting for cyclists, entrepreneurs and those in the cycling industry.  Darren goes into how Dream Cycle came to be, and what put him on the path that he travels. As described on their website "Dream Cycle may be the perfect embodiment of this dream. Beautiful, custom-built steel touring and city bikes line the shop floor. Jewel-like components gleam in glass-fronted wooden cases..." You can find more about Dream Cycle on their website, or go down and pay them a visit on Commercial Drive in Vancouver, BC.

In this Epsiode we speak to Darren McKay, owner and operator of Dream Cycle Bike shop on Commercial Drive in Vancouver, BC.  This conversation is split into two episodes (007 & 008) and will be most interesting for cyclists, entrepreneurs and the cycling industry.  Darren goes into how Dream Cycle came to be, and what put him on the path that he travels. As described on their website "Dream Cycle may be the perfect embodiment of this dream. Beautiful, custom-built steel touring and city bikes line the shop floor. Jewel-like components gleam in glass-fronted wooden cases. Hand-painted and carved signs welcome customers and spell out the shop’s services and rates. Even the tool benches and work stands ooze quality and careful consideration..." You can find more about Dream Cycle on their website, or go down and pay them a visit on Commercial Drive in Vancouver...

In this short 35 minute episode Frank and Adam discuss Frank's latest article about the documentary Horse Tamer and have a quick chat about risk.  Find our new website at soundideaspodcast.com and you can read the full article on the award winning documentary by Hamid-Sardar on his Explore blog here.