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UpaCreekwithNeil

From a flooded logging town beneath a hydroelectric dam to summits of the world’s highest peaks, Up a Creek with Neil brings you real stories from people who’ve lived boldly.Hosted by Neil Amondson—a former high-climber, legislator, and global wanderer—this podcast dives into life’s turning points, unexpected adventures, and the wisdom that comes from experience.You’ll hear from guests who’ve topped Everest, rebuilt after loss, and found meaning in places most never go.Family-friendly, unfiltered,

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56:17

Season 1, Episode 4 - "From Motocross Prodigy to...

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2025/11/24

Send us a text Brock Leitner grew up in Summerland, British Columbia, fueled by an unstoppable drive for competition and speed. By age four, he was already racing motocross; by sixteen, he had turned pro—competing across Canada and the U.S. in one of the most demanding and dangerous sports on earth. In June 2022, a devastating accident left him paralyzed from the chest down. Yet within months, Brock began redefining what it means to live with purpose. With determination, family support, and a...

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Bonus Episode Part 2 - "East Lewis County Legends"...

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2025/11/20

Send us a text In this Bonus Episode, Neil sits down with East County Legend, Bill Bakamus For more than four decades, Bill Bakamus defined what it meant to be a coach — and to be the best in Washington State high school basketball history. His story begins in Morton, Washington, where hard work and faith were a way of life. Bill’s father, Vladimir Bakamus, was a respected man in the community — a steady example of grit and humility — and those values became the foundation for how Bill appr...

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Bonus Episode Part 1 - "East Lewis County Legends"...

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2025/11/18

Send us a text In this Bonus Episode, Neil sits down with East County Legend, "Sweetie” Suter In the late 1950s, in the logging town of Morton, Washington, a young man named “Sweetie” Suter became a symbol of pride and possibility. Standing just 5′8′′, he seemed almost undersized for a sport dominated by height, yet on the court he was a giant — a player defined by precision, quickness, and an unrelenting competitive spirit. His scoring records, achieved before the invention of the thre...

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63:51

S1, E3 (Part 3) - "The Politics of Inclusion" with...

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2025/11/14

Send us a text In Part Three of The Politics of Inclusion, Neil talks with Logan Washburn, a young journalist helping shape America’s next political conversation. Representing a generation raised amid cultural transformation, Logan shares how his peers are reframing what it means to engage — with curiosity, courage, and respect. From navigating disagreement to amplifying underrepresented perspectives, Logan brings a fresh, honest take on the challenges and possibilities of inclusion today. Hi...

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S1, E3 (Parts 1 and 2) - "The Politics of Inclusion"...

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2025/10/31

Send us a text In Parts One and Two of The Politics of Inclusion, Neil sits down with Dr. Jason Peplinski, a veteran educator and superintendent who believes true leadership begins with empathy. Drawing from decades of experience guiding schools through cultural change, Dr. Peplinski reflects on how listening, humility, and compassion can bridge divides in today’s polarized climate. This conversation explores what inclusion really means in practice — not as a policy, but as a mindset. From cl...

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42:11

S1, E2 - "Real Estate with a Pulse on the Desert"...

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2025/10/20

Send us a text Darcey Deetz is one of the Coachella Valley’s top resort real-estate professionals, known for her energy, insight, and ability to match people with the lifestyle they’re looking for. A full-time Realtor and desert resident, she has helped hundreds of buyers and sellers navigate the unique world of luxury RV and golf-resort living — where location, amenities, and community matter as much as square footage. Her practical knowledge of Outdoor Resort Palm Springs (ORPS), combined w...

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S1, E1 - "Finding Joy and Purpose after Loss" with...

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2025/10/13

Send us a textRob Zimich’s story begins in the mountains of British Columbia and carries a message that resonates far beyond them. After the heartbreaking loss of his son Alex in 2022 in a tragic boating accident near Nelson, BC, Rob discovered that grief and joy can coexist — and that healing often happens through community, connection, and movement. An avid bagpiper, pickleball player, and hiker, Rob and his wife Luisa found comfort among friends at Outdoor Resort Palm Springs (ORPS), where

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Teaser

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2025/10/01

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Teaser

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2025/06/06

From a logging town now buried under a reservoir to the top of the world’s peaks, Up a Creek with Neil brings you stories from people who’ve lived boldly. This teaser gives you a glimpse of what’s coming—rich conversations, rugged experiences, and a few surprises. Family-friendly, unfiltered, and sometimes funny.

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