Parhaat Trial By Fire Podcastit (2025)

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Todd Howell: Touching Lives Through Innovative Equipment and Hands-On Training 1:21:12

2M ago1:21:12

1:21:12

In this episode of Trial By Fire: Untold Stories, we dive into the incredible journey of Todd Howell, the man behind Howell Rescue Systems and Crash Course Village—two names that have shaped the fire service for decades. Todd’s story isn’t just about building a business; it’s about building a legacy. From growing up watching his father lead one of …

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Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health & Resilience in the Fire Service with Alison Fienning 1:42:47

3M ago1:42:47

1:42:47

In this powerful episode of Trial By Fire: Untold Stories, hosts RJ and Jared sit down with Alison Fienning, a licensed mental health clinician and founder of the largest first responder-exclusive mental health agency in Ohio. With firsthand experience and deep connections to the fire service, Alison shares insights into the mental health challenge…

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Training the Next Generation of Fire Fighters with Rick Best 1:35:21

4M ago1:35:21

1:35:21

Rick Best is a former firefighter for the city of Westerville, OH. He has been an Advocate Manager for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and an instructor at the State Fire Academy. Currently Rick runs the firefighter program at Eastland - Fairfield Career Center. _____________________________ This podcast is proudly sponsored by Howell R…

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lighthouseXYZ 1:00

4M ago1:00

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The Balance of the Fire Service with Paul Andrix 2:13:28

4M ago2:13:28

2:13:28

Paul Andrix is a firefighter in the city of Dayton, Ohio. He began his career as a part-time firefighter and worked his way into a full-time position with The Dayton Fire Department. In this episode, we talk about the work-life balance, current challenges in the fire service, and lessons learned through a career in the fire service.--- ____________…

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Trial By Fire Recap: Lessons for leaders in any organization 28:03

7M ago28:03

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in this episode, RJ and Jared recap the first 9 episode of the Trial By Fire Podcast. Each discuss their favorite episodes and leadership lessons learned from guests. _____________________________ This podcast is proudly sponsored by Howell Rescue Systems, Inc. and Jared Buckley, Fire Chief Coach. For more information, please visit them at: www.how…

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From SWAT to Investigations, Lessons Learned Through a Career in Law Enforcement with Lt. Dan Roudebush 1:33:54

8M ago1:33:54

1:33:54

Lieutenant Dan Roudebush, a 30-year veteran of law enforcement, is with us in this episode. Lt. Roudebush has dedicated 16 years of his career to the Clinton County Sheriff's Office, where he now serves as the Lieutenant of Investigations. With 15 years on SWAT and expertise as a firearms and physical tactics instructor, Lt. Roudebush has a lot of …

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2.1 Guided Meditation - Space Exploration 15:40

8M ago15:40

15:40

Summary: This exercise is designed to help us learn how the focus of our attention and awareness can be directed towards something. In this case, we will direct our attention towards our internal space or domain. This engenders a sense of focused relaxation and security but also allows us to come into contact with our internal spaciousness. Goals: …

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2.0 Chamomile, Space Exploration & XXI The World 30:41

8M ago30:41

30:41

This episode introduces: ~ Chamomile, a calming plant ally for irritability and a digestive treat for gassy girls. ~ Space Exploration builds on the exercise in the first show. Instead of helping us learn how to witness ourselves as observers, this exercise seeks to help us explore our inner space and domain. ~ XXI The World is an archetype of the …

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1.1 Guided Meditation - Undirected Vision 14:30

8M ago14:30

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Summary: This exercise is designed to help us relinquish control of the mind and imagination by allowing our visual senses to guide us. Goals: 1) To observe reality in the present moment.2) To allow our visual senses to guide us without controlling or directing them. Timing:1-2 times per day. Structure: Anchor yourself to the breath to connect with…

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1.0 Undirected Vision, Violet, Linden & V The Hierophant 21:52

8M ago21:52

21:52

This is the very first episode of Trial By Fire. This episode introduces two botanicals, a Tarot card, and the first exercise of the show, Undirected Vision. Undirected Vision is a first step towards learning to witness the self, giving up control over the imagination, and creating space for mental and creative freedom. This month, we will explore …

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Leadership in the Fire Service with Captain Matt Sherrill 1:33:18

8M ago1:33:18

1:33:18

In this episode of Trial By Fire: Untold Stories, Captain Matt Sherrill from the Dayton, OH Fire Department shares his approach to cultivating a strong team. Matt dives into his leadership philosophy, revealing how he continually strives to improve himself and his crew. His insights on fostering growth, trust, and accountability offer valuable less…

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Climbing the Ladder of the Fire Service with Scott Smith 52:59

9M ago52:59

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In this episode of the Trial By Fire Podcast, Scott Smith speaks about his career journey through the fire service. Scott has served in a shift work role, fire department leadership role, fire inspector, administrative, and ultimately serving as Chief. Scott's vast experience in the fire service gives him a unique perspective. Listen in as Scott pr…

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Inside the Firehouse: Kevin Sears on Lessons Learned as a Battalion Chief 1:25:41

9M ago1:25:41

1:25:41

Tune in to this episode featuring Kevin Sears, a Battalion Chief in the Chicago metro area with a lifelong dedication to the fire service. Kevin shares valuable leadership insights and lessons learned throughout his career, rising through the ranks to his current role. He discusses his journey, including a harrowing experience where he was trapped …

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The Chief's Journey: Ann Light's Insight on Fire Service Leadership 43:33

10M ago43:33

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In this episode of Trial by Fire, we delve into the groundbreaking research of Ann Light, a former curriculum developer at the State Fire School at Bowling Green University in Ohio. Ann has dedicated her career to exploring leadership in the fire service, with her dissertation focusing on metropolitan fire chiefs and their journeys to becoming effe…

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0. Niall By Fire? 19:25

10M ago19:25

19:25

What the hell is a spiritual guinea pig anyway? An introduction and initiation to guinea pighood, the Trial by Fire concept, magic(k), meditation, and more. You can make some tea, or light some incense, but all you really need is an open mind. Follow Niall on Instagram and Patreon @trialbyfirecast

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Welcome to Trial By Fire 0:49

10M ago0:49

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Welcome to Trial By Fire with your host and spiritual guinea pig Niall. Trial By Fire explores magical, spiritual, andesoteric practices... Well, by practising them. Make some tea, light some incense, and open your mind.

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Answering the Call: Chief Anthony Fleming on the Volunteer Fire Service and Tough Calls 1:01:00

10M ago1:01:00

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Join hosts RJ Snider and Jared Buckley in this compelling episode of "Trial By Fire" as they sit down with Anthony Fleming, Chief of the Fallowfield Township Volunteer Fire Department. Anthony shares his upbringing in the fire service, how it has evolved, and the experiences that have shaped him. He discusses the unique challenges of volunteer serv…

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Keys to Effective Fire Service Communication ft. Mike Philibin 51:40

11M ago51:40

51:40

In this episode, RJ and Jared sit down with Mike Philibin, whose journey into emergency services began after a family accident sparked his interest. Starting at 14 with the Boy Scouts' Explorer's Program, Mike combined high school with fire school training, becoming a certified firefighter right after graduation. He dedicated years to his local fir…

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Welcome to Trial by Fire: Untold Stories 15:24

11M ago15:24

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Welcome to Trial by Fire: Untold Stories, where we uncover the human side of firefighting. Join RJ Snider, Director of Operations at Howell Rescue Systems, Inc., and Jared Buckley, Fire Chief Coach, as they bring you intimate conversations with frontline men and women. From moments of triumph to navigating adversity, each episode dives into the per…

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Building Skills and Lives through Firehouse Culture and Training ft. Kurt Shoenfeld 55:49

11M ago55:49

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In this episode, RJ and Jared sit down with Kurt Shoenfeld, a firefighter deeply connected to his community. Kurt spent seven fulfilling years forming unbreakable bonds and unforgettable memories at the firehouse, friends' houses, and local bars. After moving to a quieter area with his wife in 1989, Kurt's passion for firefighting drew him back. He…

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Farewell For Now: TBF Wednesday Briefing 07.12.22 32:30

2+ y ago32:30

32:30

Todays episode will the last for the foreseeable future in this format. This is due to taxing time requirements and right now, working as a self-employed person, the hours in the day are tougher to keep track of more than ever! But we will continue to produce content, including the knowledge hub episodes, as well as articles and recommendations eac…

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Toby Cowern: TBF Episode 64 1:01:41

2+ y ago1:01:41

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With such uncertain times upon us, and with the coming winter showing threat of rocketing energy prices and potential power outages, we thought it was a good time to look at how we can all be better prepared in the home for short term disruptions.Our guest today is Toby Cowern an expert in urban preparedness and survival to talk to him about the th…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 23.11.22 31:03

2+ y ago31:03

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Welcome to this weeks briefing. this week we're looking back at our Charlie Walker interview, having had time to digest it a little, we speak about what resonated with us. We also discuss Kit envy and using what you have, in relation to bikepacking, after I spent the weekend getting my kit hammered on rough terrain.We talk about Howl Bushcraft and …

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Charlie Walker: TBF Episode 63 1:12:14

2+ y ago1:12:14

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Our guest today is Charlie Walker, a British writer, explorer and journalists who has spent the last decade travelling to the four corners of the globe, including a 43,000-mile bicycle journey through Europe, Asia and Africa, across Mongolia by horse and most recently, walking across Siberia. A journey that was cut short by the invasion of Ukraine.…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 09.11.22 32:37

2+ y ago32:37

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Welcome to a new week of Trial by Fire. Jeremias attended a ski making course over the weekend and I pick his brain into the process involved. We also touch on some more feedback from our last few episodes regarding clothing and trusting your own experienceKirjoittanut Padraig Croke

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 02.11.22 31:26

2+ y ago31:26

31:26

Survival reality shows? Love em or hate em? what do they bring to the outdoor community? These are some of the questions Jeremias and I tackle on this weeks show. We discuss the series Alone, and what drives people to sign up, or quit, as well as some other really bizarre examples of other shows that have aired over the years.This episode was inspi…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 26.10.22 32:25

2+ y ago32:25

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today we're talking about clothing. It's role in society as a signifier but also as a protective tool against the elements, allowing us to go further and higher and deeper into the wild. We are the only animals on the planet that wear clothing. today we discuss clothing in the outdoors and what it means to us.…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 19.10.22 29:47

2+ y ago29:47

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today we are discussing sloyd. the subject of crafts and skills that are so important to the nordic household, and are taught in school for a very young age. but how can this skillset round out our outdoor skillset and what does it have to offer when we are in the woods?We discuss some elements of last weeks episode also, and we reference this vide…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 11.10.22 30:27

2+ y ago30:27

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This week Jeremias and I make a somewhat small attempt and defining bushcraft and bushcraft skills, and what that means. We discuss peripheral skills outside of that remit and how they can inform and round out our knowledge and skillset in the outdoors. Cooking, hunting, fishing, leadership skills... blacksmithing... whatever it may be.…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 05.10.22 28:56

2+ y ago28:56

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welcome to this weeks briefing! Today we are answering some of the comments from last weeks episode about the Happy People documentary. We're discussing finding fulfilment in work, adjusting to the seasons and the concept of "Wintering"We end the episode with a sneak preview of the new Patreon content we're going to be rolling out this year!…

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Tristan Gooley: TBF Episode 62 58:24

2+ y ago58:24

58:24

Have you ever wanted to know how to navigate yourself using the signs the nature shows us. If you have the tools and the skillset, you can navigate any terrain on the planet. From the desert to the city and everything in between.Our guest today is Tristan Gooley, one of my favourite authors. World traveller, author, and natural navigator, Tristan h…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 28.09.22 29:29

2+ y ago29:29

29:29

this week we're discussing Happy People, a documentary film based in the Russian Taiga, which follows a group of trappers as they live their lives throughout the four seasons of the year.We discuss sustainable living, self reliance and Seasonal adjustment.you can watch the documentary herehttps://youtu.be/fbhPIK-oBvA…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 21.09.22 29:00

2+ y ago29:00

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Welcome to our Wednesday briefing. Today we are talking about something hot off the press. Yvon Chouinard has sold Patagonia to an Environmental trust fund and has vowed to donate $100m a year to environmental causes. But how effective is this in reality?We're discussing company greenwashing, sustainability measures in the outdoors and what we can …

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Joe Flowers: TBF Episode 61 1:09:26

2+ y ago1:09:26

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This week we got a chance to talk to Joe Flowers, a world renowned knife designer, expedition leader and explorer. Joe's work can be seen in many of the knife designs of Condor and Tops Knives, and his school Bushcraft Global, lead jungle expeditions. He has also spent time with native tribes, learning from them and working with them, and he is als…

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TBF Wednesday Briefing 14.09.22 28:18

2+ y ago28:18

28:18

New to Trial by Fire, We're coming to you every Wednesday with news articles, discussions, opinions, reviews or anything else that you guys can think of!This week we're discussing an article that appeared in Outside magazine this week regarding two hikers that got lost in New Hampshire and had to call in mountain rescue services. The hikers were su…

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Hiking with Ali Milne: TBF Episode 60 1:03:11

3y ago1:03:11

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This week I'm joined by Ali Milne. Ali has set up a womens social hiking club called the Out Out Club in Ireland and is the founder of Mindfule, a company dedicated to exploring the relationship between our food and our minds.We talk about the social and mental benefits of hiking, the empowerment of trying new things and of course, our connection t…

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Bikepacking with Taneli Roininen: TBF Episode 59 1:09:21

3y ago1:09:21

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Our guest today is Taneli Roininen, a Finn who has spent the last number of years cycling thousands of kilometres across the world. His latest endeavor has found him at the helm of a massive project in the Arctic region, connecting and mapping over 3000km of cycling and forest gravel road trails for the public to enjoy. We talk cycle touring vs bik…

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Paul Kirtley: TBF Episode 58 1:46:46

3y ago1:46:46

1:46:46

This week we're talking to Paul Kirtley. A man who needs no introduction, Paul has been one of the most prominent and outspoken voices in the Bushcraft scene for many years. We had the pleasure of bending his ear on some topics we've been thinking about such as the role of social media in bushcraft, being authentic about capturing your journey and …

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On Teaching with Jamie Dakota: TBF Episode 57 1:20:37

3y ago1:20:37

1:20:37

This week we are once again joined by our friend Jamie Dakota of Howl Bushcraft. We got a chance to talk about some concepts we'd be discussing in conversations and decided we wanted to do a podcast on it. Jamie talks about his teaching methods and we go into some ideas on facilitation, imposter syndrome, and imparting an appreciation for nature.…

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Wild Food with Elle Nikishkova: TBF Episode 56 56:22

3y ago56:22

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This week we're talking to Elle Nikishkova. Outdoor chef, wild forager and mushroom expert. We talk about the rebellious nature of foraging, overcoming your fear of wild edibles, and some hints and tips for the coming seasonKirjoittanut Padraig Croke

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Rocket Science: TBF Episode 55 with KARU Survival 1:10:18

3y ago1:10:18

1:10:18

It's been a busy few week here at camp TBF. last week we ran our first ever course. The Arctic Experience Weekend, and from what we can gather, guests had a great time. We talk about that today. And this week we have a killer interview with Mikko Kettunen of Karu Survival..Mikkos background is in Guerrilla and reconnaissance tactics with the Finnis…

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Compelling Narratives and Building a Freelance Career: TBF Episode 54 with Spike Johnson 1:35:50

3y ago1:35:50

1:35:50

This one was a wild card! we spoke to documentary maker and photographer Spike Johnson about narratives! finding a story, being vulnerable and taking the time needed to tell a compelling story. Instagram, selling your work, finding your style... a super interesting conversation. Spike has amazing resources available for free online about building a…

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New year; New Ideas: TBF Episode 53 with Bearhill Husky 1:42:48

3+ y ago1:42:48

1:42:48

Happy new year! This week Jeremias and I discuss the year ahead. We talk about the Arctic experience course coming up in March and what we hope to achieve with it. We also talk about what our goals are for the year, as well as going back to basics, learning aids, and the connection I have between playing music and my outdoor pursuits. We finish the…

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Leadership with Erik Rudels: TBF Episode 52 1:39:05

3+ y ago1:39:05

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Merry Christmas from all of us at Trial by Fire. This week we're coming to you with a great interview with Erik Rudels. Erik is one of the course leaders at the Finnish Outdoor Academy where Jeremias studied.We're talking about leadership, what makes a good leader, what makes a bad one, and how can we learn to be strong leaders and good decision ma…

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Cycling the World with Nomads Trails: TBF Episode 51 1:01:20

3+ y ago1:01:20

1:01:20

This week I'm talking to Peyman, one half of the duo known as Nomads Trails. Matilda and Peyman have been peddling around the world for the last 3.5 years and there’s no sign of them stopping any time soon. A really interesting guy and a great deal of insight about our connection to nature and the power of using our own engines to get out and explo…

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Baseline with Toby Cowern: TBF Episode 50 1:34:37

3+ y ago1:34:37

1:34:37

This weeks episode is probably one of my favorite conversations in a long time. Jeremias and I sat down with Toby Cowern, whom jeremias has worked with in the past. A great conversation about mindfulness, psychology, the positive impact of nature on our brains, preparedness and survival courses. It’s jammed!you can find more information about Tobys…

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Changing Seasons: TBF Episode 49 1:34:23

3+ y ago1:34:23

1:34:23

This week Jeremias and I discuss the changing seasons and how to deal with motivation and energy levels this time of year. We discuss instagram, photography and FOMO, as well as answer some questions from last week. I also have an interview with Vidar Lyrstrand in Denmark during the summer at the Danish Outdoor Festival…

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Dressing for the Winter: TBF Episode 48 1:59:27

3+ y ago1:59:27

1:59:27

This week Jeremias and I sit down and talk about cold weather clothing! How we lose body heat, how to protect ourselves against is, and how to dress for really cold weather, like in the Arctic.We also discuss a new course we are designing and want to bring you guys along for the ride! follow this link to find out about the course and how you can at…

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Isolation with Kim Krohn: TBF Episode 47 1:01:35

3+ y ago1:01:35

1:01:35

We are back folks! A new season of Trial by Fire is underway.My guest today is Kim Krohn, a very interesting guy, biologist and winner of Alone in Denmark. We talk about isolation, self sufficiency and the ability to listen to natures clues around you.You can check out Kims comapany at https://vedbaalet.dk/He is trained in everything from bushcraft…

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