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Life’s Tough, Explorers Are TOUGHER!

“Exploring is an innate part of being human.” Richard Wiese, spends 30 minutes every week with some of the world’s most compelling adventurers, explorers, and socio-environmental advocates, listening to their distinct adventures, unique discoveries, projects & goals, while discovering their multitude of challenges, surprises, triumphs and set-backs they encounter along the way. Join Richard as he pulls back the curtain on what it’s like to travel around the world and beyond; explore some of the

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34:08

Tomas Koeck: Environmental Storytelling through...

Life’s Tough, Explorers Are TOUGHER! ·

2026/02/11

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, environmental filmmaker and producer Tomas Koeck joins Richard Wiese to explore the realities of wildlife storytelling—where patience, ethics, and community matter more than spectacle. From the community-centered premiere of Way of Life to filming wolves in the Arctic and birds along migration corridors, Koeck shares how meaningful environmental stories are earned through time, restraint, and trust. The conversation also dives into the g...

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39:03

Trevor Wallace: From Fear to Curiosity—How One Trip...

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2026/01/29

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, Richard Wiese sits down with filmmaker and explorer Trevor Wallace to explore the experiences that shaped his life—from being raised by a resilient single mother to navigating danger, discovery, and deep cultural immersion across the globe. Trevor recounts a pivotal teenage journey to Tanzania through a Jane Goodall program, including a violent robbery that tested his courage and perspective. He reflects on how Goodall’s compassion in th...

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31:33

Brandon Clifford: Inside the World’s Only Proven...

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2026/01/21

In this episode of Life's Tough, Explorers are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with marine archaeologist Brandon Clifford to explore the real history behind pirates and the legendary Whydah Gally. Far from Hollywood myths, Brandon explains how pirates emerged from war, economic hardship, and rebellion—and how the Whydah became the most important pirate shipwreck ever discovered. Brandon shares the story of his father’s discovery of the Whydah off Cape Cod, the dangers of underwater arch...

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34:39

Karim Iliya: How Storytelling Connects Nature, Space,...

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2026/01/15

In this episode of Life's Tough, Explorers are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with photographer and filmmaker Karim Iliya to explore a life shaped by constant movement, curiosity, and deep observation. Having grown up across multiple continents, Karim reflects on how living between cultures taught him adaptability, empathy, and an appreciation for the unseen forces that shape human opportunity. His work focuses on revealing hidden worlds—from overlooked animals like gulls and pigeons t...

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29:46

Wade Davis: Storytelling, Culture, and Moral Courage

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2025/12/17

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with renowned cultural anthropologist and explorer Wade Davis to explore storytelling, creativity, and the courage required to live a meaningful life. Wade reflects on his unconventional journey—from a chance encounter with anthropology at Harvard to decades spent giving voice to disappearing cultures and languages around the world. Wade challenges the idea that creativity is something you either have or don...

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30:32

Dr. Stig Severinsen: Breathing Beyond Limits

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2025/11/20

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, Dr. Stig Severinsen reveals the science and spirituality behind mastering your breath. Known for holding his breath for over 20 minutes and diving 202 meters on a single breath, Stig explains how breathing correctly through the nose can transform health, focus, and emotional control. He walks listeners through the power of nasal breathing, the release of nitric oxide, and how “relaxation on demand” can reset the body’s stress response. F...

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18:51

Peter Hillary: Everest, Legacy, and the Heart of...

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2025/11/07

In this heartfelt episode, Peter Hillary joins Richard to explore the enduring legacy of adventure, humility, and service passed down from his father, Sir Edmund Hillary. Peter recounts the awe of standing atop Everest, the emotional radio call that connected two generations, and the values that kept their family grounded amid global fame. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his father’s knighthood, their joint North Pole expedition with Neil Armstrong and Steve Fossett, and the lessons ...

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34:37

Hugo Vau: Facing the Giant Wave

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2025/10/22

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, host Richard Wiese speaks with Portuguese surfer Hugo Vau about his experiences at Nazaré—the site of some of the world’s biggest waves. Hugo shares how surfing began in Portugal only a few decades ago, facing early resistance before becoming a respected sport. He explains the natural forces that create Nazaré’s enormous swells through a deep underwater canyon and recounts how he and his teammates explored the area starting in 2007. The ...

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30:05

Rachel Graham: Swimming with Sharks, Leading with Heart

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2025/09/11

In this episode of Life’s Tough: Explorers Are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with marine biologist and shark conservationist Dr. Rachel Graham. A true global citizen, Rachel’s upbringing in Tunisia and North Africa shaped her fearless approach to science, community engagement, and wildlife protection. Today, she leads MarAlliance, a nonprofit focused on marine conservation, especially sharks and rays. Rachel reflects on the profound influence of her mother’s development work, how earl...

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26:25

Rodrigo Medellín: The Batman of Mexico

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2025/08/13

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with Dr. Rodrigo Medellín, known for his mission to save bats and, in turn, protect tequila production. Rodrigo dismantles long-standing myths about bats, addressing misconceptions rooted in literature, pop culture, and recent pandemic fears. He explains how vampire bats—just three of over 1,400 bat species—were unfairly demonized and highlights their minimal impact on livestock and human health. Rodrigo shar...

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26:59

Tracking Climate Change One Seal at a Time

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2025/07/16

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, marine ecologist Dr. Roxanne Beltran shares what it’s really like to study elephant seals—and why these unlikely collaborators are crucial for understanding ocean health. From wrangling 2,000-pound mammals on windswept beaches to being featured on the cover of Science, Roxanne brings humor, humility, and heart to every part of her work. Roxanne opens up about her journey into marine biology, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the unexpect...

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29:58

Crabbing Saved My Life—and Became My Mission

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2025/07/02

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers are Tougher, we meet Tia, a Charleston native whose journey from bartending to global recognition began with a personal health crisis. After years in the food and beverage industry, Tia’s decision to quit smoking triggered an unexpected and debilitating decline in her health. Conventional medicine offered no solutions, but a chance encounter with two holistic healers changed everything. Through an elimination diet and profound lifestyle changes, Tia ...

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27:42

Forager to Chef: Chrissy Tracey's Plant-Based Story

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2025/06/04

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher!, host Richard Wiese welcomes Chrissy Tracey—vegan chef, forager, sustainability advocate, and author of Forage & Feast. Chrissy shares her journey from exploring wild plants as a child in Connecticut to developing a deep connection with food through her Jamaican heritage and plant-based lifestyle. Listeners will hear how a life-changing visit to her grandmother in Jamaica opened her eyes to living off the land, and how that experienc...

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28:39

Brad Lidge: From World Series to Ancient World Ruins

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2025/05/21

Brad Lidge is known for his dominance on the mound during the 2008 MLB postseason—but what most people don’t know is what came next. In this game-changing episode of Life's Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, host Richard Wiese interviews Brad about his surprising journey from baseball hero to archaeologist. Brad reveals how his love for ancient history began during his baseball career and culminated in a master’s degree and multiple archaeological expeditions across Italy. He shares the moment he ...

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23:21

How Studying Venus Might Help Save Earth

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2025/04/02

In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with planetary scientist Dr. Paul Byrne to explore one of the most misunderstood worlds in our solar system: Venus. Often overshadowed by Mars, Venus was once Earth-like—until it became the hottest, most hostile planet in the solar system. Paul explains why this hellish world might hold the answers to some of the biggest questions about Earth’s future, planetary evolution, and climate change. They dive into w...

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30:40

Endangered Fashion

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2025/03/05

Exploration isn’t just about venturing into new landscapes—it’s also about uncovering the deeper stories behind cultures, traditions, and creativity. In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with Rebecca Hui, an anthropologist, conservationist, and founder of Roots Studio (now Rurban Studio), whose work bridges indigenous art with global markets in a way that fosters equity and preservation. Rebecca’s journey has taken her from rural villages in Ind...

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20:54

Mission to Mars with Nina Lanza

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2025/02/26

Exploration doesn’t stop at Earth’s borders—it reaches into the stars. In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, Dr. Nina Lanza, a planetary scientist at Los Alamos National Laboratory, takes us on a journey to Mars. As part of the Curiosity Rover’s ChemCam team, Nina has spent years studying the Martian surface, searching for signs that the Red Planet may have once hosted life. She discusses some of the biggest discoveries from Mars exploration, including evidence of a long-sta...

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39:26

My Big Amazonian Family

Life’s Tough, Explorers Are TOUGHER! ·

2025/02/26

What happens when an explorer’s greatest discovery is himself? In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, host Richard Wiese speaks with David Good, an explorer, anthropologist, and founder of The Yanomami Foundation, about his extraordinary journey to reconnect with his Yanomami heritage. Born to a Yanomami mother and an American anthropologist father, David grew up in the U.S., far removed from his Indigenous roots. But something was missing. Driven by an innate need to underst...

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8:40

Into the Wilderness with RFK Jr.

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2025/02/26

Exploration comes in many forms—sometimes it’s venturing into the unknown, and sometimes it’s unearthing the past to understand our future. In this episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to discuss his passion for paleontology, science, and discovery. From dinosaur digs with his children to the larger mysteries of evolution and extinction, Bobby reflects on how exploration fuels curiosity across generations. He shares why hands-...

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27:15

Space to Inspire: Dr. Sian Proctor’s Path to the Stars

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2025/02/26

In this inspiring episode of Life’s Tough, Explorers Are Tougher, host Richard Wiese sits down with Dr. Sian Proctor, an astronaut, artist, scientist, and the first Black woman to pilot a spacecraft. Dr. Proctor shares her incredible journey to space, from growing up in Guam, where her father worked at a NASA tracking station during the Apollo missions, to becoming a finalist for NASA’s astronaut program and ultimately flying aboard Inspiration4, the first all-civilian spaceflight. She discus...

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