Sal Montgomery is a professional whitewater kayaker, expedition leader, and TV personality known for her role in adventure documentaries, including Expedition with Steve Backshall. She specializes in exploring remote, challenging environments and has performed life-saving rescue operations during expeditions. Beyond her kayaking expertise, Sal is a motivational speaker, physiotherapist, and advocate for resilience and leadership.Sally's Socials:
Jay Reifel is a chef, author, and food historian. He has explored everything from witty one-liners to playful science fiction, hosted dinners at the renowned James Beard House, and emerged victorious on shows like CHOPPED and Beat Bobby Flay. Jay's socials:
Website: jayreifel.com
Instagram: @jayreifel
Tristan Hughes is a historian, producer, and presenter on History Hit and the host of The Ancients podcast. In this episode of Outliers, Kipp Weston talks with Tristan about uncovering the past, the power of storytelling in history, and the lessons we can learn from ancient civilizations. Join them for a fascinating conversation that bridges the gap between history and the present.
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Nick Butter is an endurance runner, motivational speaker, and author best known as the first person to run a marathon in every country in the world, completing 196 marathons in 196 countries in just 23 months. His incredible journey, titled "Running the World," raised over £1.2 million for charity and highlighted the importance of resilience, global unity, and adventure. Nick also shares his experiences through books, talks, and media appearances, inspiring others to pursue ambitious goals.
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Leo Tamaki has dedicated over 40 years to the practice and teaching of martial arts, refining his mastery of Aikido and mentoring students worldwide. In this episode of Outliers, Kipp Weston sits down with Leo to explore his journey, the philosophy behind his practice, and what it truly means to pursue mastery. Tune in for a deep dive into discipline, resilience, and the mindset of an outlier.
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Explore the cutting-edge world of nutrition and health with host Kipp Weston on Outliers as we sit down with Dr. Anthony Chaffee, an American medical doctor, neurosurgical registrar, and nutrition expert with over 20 years of research into optimal human performance. In this compelling episode, Dr. Chaffee delves into his fascinating findings on diet and health, challenging conventional wisdom and exploring the science behind what truly fuels our bodies.
I discovered Dr. Chaffee through this viral video. Whether you're a health enthusiast, curious about neurosurgery, or looking for ways to optimize your own diet, this episode is packed with insights and revelations that will make you rethink everything you know about food. Tune in for this thought-provoking conversation! Dr Chaffee's Socials
Join host Kipp Weston on Outliers as we dive deep into the extraordinary life of Vasil Tuchkov—BASE jumper, daring adventurer, successful entrepreneur, and acclaimed author. In this episode, Vasil shares his incredible journey, from leaping off cliffs to launching innovative businesses, and reveals how his fearless mindset has shaped his life and career. Discover the stories behind his most heart-pounding jumps, the challenges he’s faced as a risk-taker, and how he turned his passion for adventure into entrepreneurial success. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation will leave you motivated to embrace life’s challenges head-on. Don’t miss this thrilling episode packed with insights, action, and the mindset of an outlier! Socials:
In this episode of Outliers with Kipp Weston, Kipp welcomes Mungo, the legendary adventure cinematographer, photographer, and host of Animal Planet’s Expedition Mungo. With an impressive career behind the lens, Mungo has filmed some of the most gripping survival shows, including Escape to the Legion and Running Wild with Bear Grylls. Join them as they dive into Mungo’s thrilling adventures, his experiences working with Bear Grylls, and his unique approach to capturing the wild on film. Mungo's Socials:
Instagram: @mungothecameraman IMDb
Websites: MungoTV.com and MungoPhotography.com
Books: Mungo: Living the Dream and Mungo The Cameraman
In this episode of Outliers with Kipp Weston, Kipp sits down with Jake Zwieg, whose remarkable career spans from Navy SEAL and Surface Warfare Officer to state champion wrestler and football coach. A graduate of Annapolis with an MBA from the University of Michigan, Jake's resume is a testament to his relentless drive and leadership. Tune in as they explore his journey through the military, athletics, and coaching, and how he continues to push the limits of excellence in every field. Jake's Socials:
Instagram: @jakezweig1911
Website: jakezweig.com/masterclass
Youtube: @jakezweig
LinkedIn: @jakezweig
Champions Club: skool.com/champions-club-5169/about
In this episode of Outliers with Kipp Weston, host Kipp welcomes Taylor Shaffer, a National Geographic videographer, photographer, and climber. Taylor’s latest project, The Devil's Climb, featuring Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell, is set for release on October 17th. Known for his bold perspectives and breathtaking imagery, Taylor has worked with the world’s top climbers and documented daring expeditions for National Geographic. Join them as they discuss Taylor’s journey in the outdoor industry and his work on commercial and editorial assignments. Taylor's Instagram: @taylor._shaffer
Taylor's website: TaylorShaffer.com
In this episode of Outliers with Kipp Weston, host Kipp sits down with Israel Wright, a former Green Beret with the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne). Israel is the co-host of Shift Fire on YouTube, co-founder of the Pop Culture Field Manual Podcast, and a Twitch streamer known as 'Myhappyself.' Together, they explore Israel's unique journey through military culture, his passion for action and pop culture, and how he blends these worlds in his current projects. Israel's socials:
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In this episode of Outliers with Kipp Weston, Kipp sits down with Stevie, a passionate ocean advocate and PADI certified divemaster. Stevie shares her journey from growing up on the west coast of Florida to facing her fears and diving headfirst into the underwater world. They discuss everything from earning her PADI certifications, the transition from recreational to professional diving, and her deep passion for shark conservation. Stevie’s love for freediving, her memorable experiences with marine life, and her work in ocean advocacy all make for a captivating conversation. Connect with Stevie on Instagram @steviewanders_!
Aaron Hill brings extensive military experience as a former UK Special Forces, where he developed exceptional skills in leadership, resilience, and high-stakes problem-solving. After his distinguished service, Aaron transitioned into entrepreneurship, channeling his military expertise into helping others thrive. As a resilience coach, he now works with individuals and teams to help them unlock their full potential, overcome adversity, and build mental and physical fortitude. Aaron's mission is to empower his clients to forge the strongest, most resilient version of themselves, ready to tackle any challenge life throws their way.
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In this episode, we sit down with SCARPA athlete Amity Warme, who has made a name for herself with jaw-dropping ascents like the Book of Hate (5.13d) and Freerider In A Day (5.13a, 32 pitches). Amity shares her climbs with her Instagram audience of 100k which I've linked below. During this podcast, Amity shares her incredible journey from gymnastics to big wall climbing and her passion for nutrition. As a registered dietitian with a Master's in Sports Nutrition, Amity offers insight into how she balances nutrition coaching with high-performance climbing. Amity's Socials: Instagram: @amity.warme Website: https://amitywarme.com/
Bj Scott is attempting to reach the world record for being the fastest person to SCUBA dive on every continent. To support his efforts check out the link below. He has so many incredible stories to share and it was a blast hearing about his globe-trotting adventures.
Connect with Bj on Instagram @bj.thetraveller and on GoFundMe.
In this episode of Outliers, I talk with Justin Nault. He is a nutritional therapist, metabolism expert, and content creator with over 400k followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. If you're interested in insights into how diet can affect every part of your life and well-being this is a great episode. Connect with Justin on his Instagram @thejustinnault and his website go.justinnault.com.
In this episode, I was joined by Ryan Mitchell. He is a legend that went from no climbing experience to the summit of Mt Everest in about ~3 years. On top of these climbing accomplishments, he also has a successful Minecraft Youtube channel with over 2 million subscribers @Sipover and a personal YouTube channel @RyanMitchellYT with over 65k. If you're interested in mountaineering, YouTube, or fitness this is a great podcast to watch.
Georgia is an exceptional wildlife photographer, bird watcher, and globetrotter. She is great at capturing and sharing her passion through her Instagram @naturewithgeorgia.
Jason is a climber, entrepreneur, engineer, ultrarunner, father, husband, and about a dozen other titles. It was great to have this conversation with him as I have been a fan of his YouTube channel for a while and think it is a great resource for climbing knowledge.
Jason's Socials: YouTube: @summitseekersexperience
Instagram: @summitseekersexperience
Ryan Tilley is a climbing YouTube Legend, it was a great time getting to hear his perspective on climbing, guiding, and social media. Subscribe to Ryan on YouTube and follow him on Instagram @rtillson_.
