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Without Compromise

Athletic Brewing Co.

What happens when you're unwilling to settle for anything less than your crazy ideas? You make them your reality. Without Compromise showcases extraordinary people whose dedication to a healthy, active, and productive lifestyle has driven their success and positively impacted the community around them. Without Compromise is produced by Athletic Brewing Company.Find out more about our award-winning non-alcoholic beer at AthleticBrewing.com. Hosted by Mason Gravley

health & fitness self-improvement

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48:07

Justin Riele: Trading Stability for the Starting Line

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2026/03/27

What does it look like to walk away from stability in pursuit of something uncertain but deeply meaningful? We know a thing or two about that here at Athletic Brewing. In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with professional triathlete Justin Riele just days after a major life decision: leaving behind a 10-year career in corporate America to pursue triathlon full-time.Justin shares what led to that leap, the tension of stepping away from security, and the mindset required to chase

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51:22

Claire Smallwood: SheJumps

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2026/03/10

In this episode of Without Compromise, Mason sits down with Claire Smallwood, professional freeskier turned chef turned nonprofit founder, to explore how a love for wild places evolved into a national movement expanding access for women and girls in the outdoors.Raised in Santa Fe, Claire’s early connection to the mountains shaped both her identity and her career. But it was her lived experience navigating outdoor culture that ultimately inspired her to launch SheJumps, an organization dedicated to

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52:00

Alison Hales: Culture, Coastlines, and Belonging

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2026/02/20

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with Alison Hales, founder of Culture Club South Bay, for a conversation about place, history, and what it really means to belong.Alison grew up in London and built a career spanning music management, estates, real estate, and civic engagement. But the through-line in her work has always been culture and access. Today, through Culture Club South Bay (CCSB), she’s helping reshape who feels ownership and belonging over the California coast.CCSB

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40:30

Nick Goepper: Without a Mountain

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2026/02/06

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with Nick Goepper, one of the most accomplished freestyle skiers in U.S. history, to talk about what it really takes to sustain excellence at the highest level. From growing up in a small Indiana town with no mountains to becoming a three-time medalist, Nick shares the early grit, sacrifices, and unlikely pathways that shaped his career. We explore how raw talent, repetition, and relentless self-belief carried him onto the world stage long before

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48:45

Matt Lyons: Balancing Hiking & Humor

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2026/01/23

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with outdoor comedian and creator Matt Lyons to talk about the unlikely intersection of thru-hiking, internet fame, and making people laugh at themselves. Matt shares his journey from middle-school science teacher to full-time creator, how long days on the trail shaped his comedy, and why humor has become such a powerful way to connect with the outdoor community and beyond. Along the way, we dig into the origin of his “cringe comedy” style and why

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40:37

Jeff Byard: Team Rubicon

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2026/01/09

As the new year begins, this episode of Without Compromise focuses on purpose, service, and what it means to step forward when others need help.We sit down with Jeff Byard, Senior Vice President of Operations at Team Rubicon, a veteran-led humanitarian organization that mobilizes volunteers to respond to disasters and humanitarian crises.Jeff shares lessons from a career in emergency management, including what effective leadership looks like in moments of uncertainty, how veterans and civilians find

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41:44

Hannah Melinchuk: Carving Her Own Path

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2025/12/19

In this episode of Without Compromise we sit down with professional skier and Athletic Brewing athlete Hannah Melinchuk, a force in the world of freeride skiing. Hannah has built her career on a blend of raw athletic talent, relentless work ethic, and a willingness to push into uncertainty. Her story is one of grit, self-belief, and trusting the long game.We dig into the path that brought her into skiing at a high level in college, including the turning points that helped her develop confidence in

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46:32

Pete Stetina: Professional Gravel Racer

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2025/12/05

In this episode of Without Compromise we reconnect with professional gravel racer Pete Stetina five years after his first appearance on the show. We catch up on life, talk about fatherhood, and reflect on how much has changed as Pete has grown both as an athlete and as a parent.Pete also has a new film on the horizon titled “Feeding the Rat” which explores the inner hunger that pushes people to test their limits and search for meaning beyond routine. While the episode focuses on our personal

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46:48

Kevin Lyman: Founder of Warped Tour

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2025/11/10

Thirty summers, thousands of bands, millions of people connecting with music they love and will come to love and at the center of it all was the visionary who turned a wild idea into the Vans Warped Tour, the longest-running traveling music festival in American history, Kevin Lyman.In this episode of Without Compromise, Kevin joins us to reflect on three decades of music, community, and chaos that helped define a generation. From punk parking lots to global stages, he shares the stories, lessons,

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40:16

Brian Mazza: High-Performance Living

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2025/10/26

We first had Brian on the show back in early 2022 to share his story of building his fitness business and the lessons he had learned along the way. Four years later, he is back with new experiences, fresh insights, and a whole new perspective shaped by raising kids and growing both personally and professionally, and what it means to live without compromise. Originally from New York, Brian spent 15 years in the hospitality and fashion industries after a successful collegiate soccer career. But even

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49:15

Brendan O’Meara: The Front Runner

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2025/10/01

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with award-winning journalist, author, podcaster, and Athletic Brewing ambassador, Brendan O’Meara to talk about his book The Front Runner: The Story of Steve Prefontaine. Through vivid storytelling, O’Meara brings to life the grit, charisma, and uncompromising drive of one of America’s most iconic sports figures. We explore Prefontaine’s rise from small-town Oregon to the world stage, his rebellious approach to competition, and the enduring lessons

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39:04

Chris Cosentino: Pedals and Plates

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2025/09/15

Back in 2020, we sat down with chef, cyclist, and entrepreneur Chris Cosentino to talk about food, creativity, and living life without compromise. Five years later, he returns to the show to catch us up on where life has taken him, and how he continues to reinvent himself.In this conversation, Chris opens up about the ever-changing restaurant industry, what it takes to stay authentic in the face of shifting trends, and the lessons he’s learned about resilience and risk. We also dive into his love of

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51:40

Scott DeRue: The IRONMAN Group CEO

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2025/08/29

It’s not every day you meet someone who has stood on the highest peak of every continent and now leads one of the world’s most iconic endurance brands. In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with Scott DeRue, CEO of The IRONMAN Group, to talk about the journey that brought him from academia to the forefront of global endurance sport.Now, as CEO, Scott is steering IRONMAN into the future while honoring its rich legacy. He shares what he’s learned from standing at finish lines around the

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49:01

Lynn Rogers: Relearning Everything (Replay)

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2025/08/02

This episode was originally published in 2022, but is now more relevant than ever.When we first released this episode, Lynn Rogers was deep in the fight of navigating her new reality after the sudden onset of CIDP, a rare neurological condition that had left her unable to walk just weeks before she was supposed to compete in her first IRONMAN.Her resilience, perspective, and determination struck a powerful chord with listeners. So much so, in fact, that her story became the inspiration for Athletic

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32:20

Crosby Colapinto: Professional Surfer

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2025/07/18

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with Crosby Colapinto, a rising star on the professional surfing circuit. Hailing from San Clemente, California, Crosby shares what it’s like growing up in the tight-nit surfing community, competing alongside his brother Griffin, and staying grounded while chasing the dream of becoming a world champion. We talk about mental resilience, his love of surfing and golf, and how staying true to your values, on and off the board, is the ultimate mark of

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43:22

Jazmine Lowther: Forest Trails to Finish Lines

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2025/07/06

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with Jazmine Lowther, a professional trail runner, plant biologist, and coach. Raised on a farm in Nelson, British Columbia, Jazmine found her footing early among forests and alpine trails. From barefoot childhood adventures to breaking course records in some of the toughest mountain ultras in the world, her story is one of instinct, curiosity, and bold pivots. We dive into her transition from climbing to ultra-running, her science-driven approach

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52:03

Tyler Andrews: Chasing Everest

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2025/06/20

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with elite mountain runner and endurance athlete Tyler Andrews to unpack his bold attempt to set a speed record on Mount Everest. From hallucinations at 8,400 meters to boot failures and brutal weather windows, Tyler brings us deep into the mental and physical demands of chasing FKTs at the highest altitudes on Earth. He reflects on what went right, what went wrong, and why he’s still hungry for more. We also explore the mindset that drives him to

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49:30

Brenden Blotnicky: Trans Canada Trail

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2025/06/06

Brenden Blotnicky, Manager of Trail Development & Volunteers for Trans Canada Trail, joins us to explore how one of the world’s longest recreational networks comes to life, and thrives. From early-morning runs along the salt marshes of Nova Scotia to coordinating national trail expansions and volunteer programs, Brenden brings both heart and strategy to a job that connects communities across Canada. In this episode, we dig into his path to trail stewardship, how his background in environmental

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39:48

Omar Shaikh: Arsenal Football Club

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2025/05/23

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with Omar Shaikh, Global Partnerships and Ventures Director at Arsenal Football Club. Omar shares his journey to the Premier League club and his work in strengthening the connection they have with their supporters in London around the world. He opens up about the history and values of the club, and the lessons he’s learned while navigating the intersection of sport, business, and brand strategy.Omar also discusses what it takes to build meaningful

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47:32

Chris Shepherd: Southern Smoke Foundation

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2025/05/09

James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd made his name celebrating Houston’s diverse food culture but his impact hasn't stopped there. In this episode, Chris shares how his passion for cooking evolved into a deeper calling. After witnessing firsthand (and hearing countless stories about) the unique challenges faced by service industry professionals, he founded the Southern Smoke Foundation to support those needs. The impact was immediate and Chris hasn't looked back. Chris has stepped

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