Coffee Talk: The State of the WNC Outdoor Industry Post-Hurricane Helene with Steven Foy
Steven Foy is the Director of Outpost Operations at the Nantahala Outdoor Center, where he started as a river guide back… Read More
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Coffee Talk with Kayak Angler Wendy Biles
In this edition of Coffee Talk, we sit down with Wendy Biles to discuss her journey into kayak fishing and her advice for those interested… Read More
Coffee Talk with Colin True, host of THE ROCK FIGHT Podcast
The Rock Fight is a wildly entertaining and unapologetically honest podcast that takes a hard (but not humorless) look at the outdoor industry and its… Read More
Coffee Talk with Ultra Runner and Advocate, Ryan Montgomery
We interview decorated runner, advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community, and founder of Out Trails, Ryan Montgomery, for this installment of Coffee Talk with Darby. Read More
Coffee Talk with Winter Adventurer Emily Ford
We interview Emily Ford, the first person of color to thru-hike the 1,200 mile Ice Age National Scenic Hiking Trail in winter and amazing winter… Read More
Coffee Talk with Matt Nannis of PIVOTPoint WNC
Matt Nannis and his team at PIVOTPoint WNC have helped numerous individuals become stronger, healthier versions of themselves through transformative outdoor experiences and therapeutic adventures. Read More
Coffee Talk with Nick Brooks of Outdoor Gear and Beer
Nick Brooks of Outdoor Gear and Beer is passionate about getting people into the outdoors who may not always feel comfortable. This month we chat… Read More
Coffee Talk with Athlete and Author, Jeff Garmire, aka Legend
Jeff Garmire is an author, ultrarunner, and multiple fastest known time (FKT), record-setting thru-hiker. In this month’s Coffee Talk, Jeff shares what inspires him to… Read More
Coffee Talk with Ashley Manning of Ashley’s Adventure
Infectious positivity, adventurous, and honest, these are just a few of the words we use to describe Ashley Manning. Find out why in this month's… Read More
Coffee Talk with Brittany Leavitt and Bethany Lebewitz of Brown Girls Climb
We speak with Brittany Leavitt and Bethany Lebewitz of Brown Girls Climb and learn more about their mission to support historically marginalized identities in climbing… Read More
Coffee Talk with 360 Adventure Collective’s Executive Director, Stacey Gellert
This month we interview Stacey Gellert, the Executive Director of 360 Adventure Collective, a nonprofit organization that is run for sales reps by sales reps… Read More
Coffee Talk with Land Conservationist, Marc Hunt
We connected with land conservationist and kayaker, Marc Hunt to learn more about his WNC roots and what he's doing to support the vitality of… Read More
Coffee Talk with Maine Outdoor Brands Executive Director, Jenny Kordick
Maine Outdoor Brands Executive Director, Jenny Kordick, shares with us her thoughts on all things Maine, the work of Maine Outdoor Brands, and the key… Read More
Coffee Talk with Maui Vang, Co-Founder of Tilly, Inc.
Meet Maui Vang, co-founder of Tilly, Inc. an Asheville-based registered investment advisor firm that she co-founded with the mission of financial guidance for all. Read More
Coffee Talk with Everyday Oil Founder, Emma Allen
We interview Emma Allen, the founder of Black Mountain-based skincare brand, Everyday Oil. Emma shares how she went from creating a product she personally needed… Read More
Coffee Talk with Founder and CEO of Urban Outdoors, Kay Rodriguez
Meet Kay Rodriguez, Founder and CEO of Urban Outdoors, and learn how she's helping more people enjoy the great outdoors in cities across the US… Read More
Coffee Talk with Author and Adventure Coach Anna Levesque
We interview Author and Adventure Coach, Anna Levesque. She shares her holistic approach to adventuring and how she is helping women take a more courageous… Read More
Coffee Talk with the Founders of Basecamp Outdoor, Ali Carr and Jenna Celmer
We have the honor of interviewing Ali Carr and Jenna Celmer, co-founders of Basecamp Outdoors, and two women who are changing the face of hiring… Read More