Unruly Podcast | Exploring Travel, Activism & Alternative Culture
Calen Otto - Travel Writer & Podcast Host
84 episodes
1 week ago
There’s one transition we’ll all experience but hardly talk about: Death. Whether out of fear or taboo, so much of our culture and communities shy away from the topic. Still, it lingers in the back of our mind and flutters in our subconscious.
On the topic of dying and deathwork we interview Scott Kirschenbaum, known for his stunning documentaries where he captures some of life's most intense and raw moments.
His work with Ethan Sisser was no different; after learning of a young man with brain cancer, Scott agreed to filming his final weeks — and moments — of life. After spending fourteen days at his bedside, Scott’s relationship with death was transformed.
“If you love something, start grieving for it. If you love someone, start grieving for them.”
In this episode we discuss:
* What it means to die in community
* How reciprocity can be created in all aspects of life, including death
* What the practice of “cracking your heart open” looks like in real time
* “Slow death” and why it matters
* Reflections for planning our own final moments
SHOWNOTES
- 2026 Unruly Finca Ganadito trip: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/finca-ganadito-in-costa-rica-calen-otto-01051353
- Unruly Group Trips: https://wanderwoman.online/unruly-group-trips/
- Join the Unruly Patreon: patreon.com/unrulytravel
- The Last Ecstatic Days: https://www.thelastecstaticdaysmovie.com/about
- Wailing Earth Docuseries: https://www.youtube.com/@TempleofSeaweed
- Unruly Travel & Living Blog: unrulytravel.com
-Unruly email newsletter: buff.ly/4a1bPwT
- Support the podcast: SoundCloud - @unrulystories, Venmo - @unruytravel
- Contact: calenotto@gmail.com
- Unruly Instagram: www.instagram.com/unruly_traveller
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There’s one transition we’ll all experience but hardly talk about: Death. Whether out of fear or taboo, so much of our culture and communities shy away from the topic. Still, it lingers in the back of our mind and flutters in our subconscious.
On the topic of dying and deathwork we interview Scott Kirschenbaum, known for his stunning documentaries where he captures some of life's most intense and raw moments.
His work with Ethan Sisser was no different; after learning of a young man with brain cancer, Scott agreed to filming his final weeks — and moments — of life. After spending fourteen days at his bedside, Scott’s relationship with death was transformed.
“If you love something, start grieving for it. If you love someone, start grieving for them.”
In this episode we discuss:
* What it means to die in community
* How reciprocity can be created in all aspects of life, including death
* What the practice of “cracking your heart open” looks like in real time
* “Slow death” and why it matters
* Reflections for planning our own final moments
SHOWNOTES
- 2026 Unruly Finca Ganadito trip: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/finca-ganadito-in-costa-rica-calen-otto-01051353
- Unruly Group Trips: https://wanderwoman.online/unruly-group-trips/
- Join the Unruly Patreon: patreon.com/unrulytravel
- The Last Ecstatic Days: https://www.thelastecstaticdaysmovie.com/about
- Wailing Earth Docuseries: https://www.youtube.com/@TempleofSeaweed
- Unruly Travel & Living Blog: unrulytravel.com
-Unruly email newsletter: buff.ly/4a1bPwT
- Support the podcast: SoundCloud - @unrulystories, Venmo - @unruytravel
- Contact: calenotto@gmail.com
- Unruly Instagram: www.instagram.com/unruly_traveller
73. Rainbow Everything Everywhere All At Once | Queer Country Reflections
Unruly Podcast | Exploring Travel, Activism & Alternative Culture
53 minutes 12 seconds
1 year ago
73. Rainbow Everything Everywhere All At Once | Queer Country Reflections
Join us for a special episode where host Calen Otto takes listeners back in time — traversing backyard woodlands and river rapids — to retrace bare-footed memories from each of our guests, woven together by illuminating storytelling. Charlie Sprinkman is featured on this episode among other trans, non-binary, and queer folks.
This episode is an ode to the experiences of folks now in their mid 20's and 30's who grew up in rural spaces as queer children, found refuge in the outdoors, and have transmuted their unique experiences into the life-changing work that they do today.
Podcast guest list: Charlie Sprinkman from Everywhere is Queer, Kaysn Kile from Rural Gone Rouge, Wesley Kile from By Wesley Photography, Rivers Wilder Green (musician), Dianni Hall from While She's Away, and Charlie Alexander from TNET. Sound clip including pattrice jones from VINE Sanctuary.
Podcast episode TRANScript: https://wanderwoman.online/index.php/2024/05/27/unruly-podcast-charlie-sprinkman-everywhere-is-queer-pride/
Everywhere is Queer: https://www.everywhereisqueer.com/
TNET: https://transeducation.net
Rural Gone Rouge: https://www.instagram.com/ruralgonerogue/
By Wesley Photo: https://www.instagram.com/bywesleyphoto/
While She's Away Podcast: https://whileshesaway.com
Rivers Wilder Green: https://www.instagram.com/riverslovesswimming/
Unruly Travel & Living Blog: wanderwoman.online
Unruly email newsletter: buff.ly/4a1bPwT
Join the Unruly Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/unrulytravel
Listen on YouTube with captions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DzuF3-6PZM
Donate to the podcast: SoundCloud - @unrulystories, Venmo - @unruytravel
Unruly Travellers Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/unrulytravellers/ Contact: calenotto@gmail.com
Unruly Instagram: www.instagram.com/unruly_traveller/
Unruly Podcast | Exploring Travel, Activism & Alternative Culture
There’s one transition we’ll all experience but hardly talk about: Death. Whether out of fear or taboo, so much of our culture and communities shy away from the topic. Still, it lingers in the back of our mind and flutters in our subconscious.
On the topic of dying and deathwork we interview Scott Kirschenbaum, known for his stunning documentaries where he captures some of life's most intense and raw moments.
His work with Ethan Sisser was no different; after learning of a young man with brain cancer, Scott agreed to filming his final weeks — and moments — of life. After spending fourteen days at his bedside, Scott’s relationship with death was transformed.
“If you love something, start grieving for it. If you love someone, start grieving for them.”
In this episode we discuss:
* What it means to die in community
* How reciprocity can be created in all aspects of life, including death
* What the practice of “cracking your heart open” looks like in real time
* “Slow death” and why it matters
* Reflections for planning our own final moments
SHOWNOTES
- 2026 Unruly Finca Ganadito trip: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/finca-ganadito-in-costa-rica-calen-otto-01051353
- Unruly Group Trips: https://wanderwoman.online/unruly-group-trips/
- Join the Unruly Patreon: patreon.com/unrulytravel
- The Last Ecstatic Days: https://www.thelastecstaticdaysmovie.com/about
- Wailing Earth Docuseries: https://www.youtube.com/@TempleofSeaweed
- Unruly Travel & Living Blog: unrulytravel.com
-Unruly email newsletter: buff.ly/4a1bPwT
- Support the podcast: SoundCloud - @unrulystories, Venmo - @unruytravel
- Contact: calenotto@gmail.com
- Unruly Instagram: www.instagram.com/unruly_traveller
