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Blind adventurer specializing in martial arts, surfing, and storytelling

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PREVIEW: GATEWAY to Freedom with Joshua Loya (AMP216)

June 1, 2021 by jloya29

In this episode, I (Joshua) give a quick update about my brand-new guide dog. After that I talk about a set of tools I use to keep moving when my emotional tank is empty.

 

I’d really appreciate it if you gave me and Adventure Mind some Instagram love

 

  • Joshua’s personal Instagram: @joshuathejedi
  • Adventure Mind Instagram: @alohaadventurer
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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: personal development, updates

PREVIEW: Choking Your Friends Blind with Marana Vradenburg (AMP215)

May 25, 2021 by jloya29

Marana and Joshua talk about fitness, jiu jitsu, blindness, and how grapplers learn not to have personal space issues. They also discuss stupid things sighted people say to blind people, the value of doing hard things on purpose, and why your best friends are the ones who choke you on a regular basis.

Please show Marana some Instagram love, won’t you? Find and follow @maranaloop on IG.

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: blindness, fitness, martial arts

PREVIEW: Skip Leg Day with Scott Davidson – AMP214

May 18, 2021 by jloya29

Scott Davidson, shirtless, smiles to the camera while hiking.Scott Davidson is an adventure athlete and host of the podcasts Living Adaptive and This Is A True Story. His unfiltered approach to interviews and commitment to speaking his mind has had a notable influence in the development on Adventure Mind.

Show Scott some love, won’t you? Find his website at www.LivingAdaptive.com and on Instagram at @LivingAdaptive.

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: adaptive sports

PREVIEW: Stand-Up Comedy Dog Father with Will Macarro – AMP213

May 11, 2021 by jloya29

Will Macarro pouts as he holds his black French Bulldog puppy, Maude. Will and Joshua talk about Will’s start in stand-up comedy, legal weed in New York City, and returning to the stage after a long absence. They also discuss the uniqueness of human connection on Clubhouse.

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: comedy

PREVIEW: Globe Trotting with Erin Daley – AMP212

May 4, 2021 by jloya29

Erin Daley is a long-distance runner and enthusiastic world traveler. She is also a strong advocate for those with visual impairments travelling the globe independently.

 

Erin talks with Joshua about her experiences running the New York City Marathon, several mud runs, and the unexpected treasures of running in nature. She shares about her world travels to places like China and Egypt, along with some of the unique challenges she encountered travelling with a visual impairment.

 

Make sure to find and follow Erin on Instagram at @squirrellyerin87.

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: disability, travel

PREVIEW: Story time for Baby Yoda with Nicol Zanzarella – AMP211

April 27, 2021 by jloya29

Nicol Zanzarella smiles off-camera to her side while sitting in front of a studio microphone and tablet.Nicol shares her sincere enthusiasm for living as full of a life as possible. This extends to both her work and her boxing training. Her “yoga”, as she puts it. She makes it a point to express gratitude for the opportunities she has been given, the people she gets to work with, and the treasure of her unique experiences.

Make sure to find and follow Nicol Zanzarella by visiting her website or connecting with @NicolSharingStories on Instagram and @NicolZanzarella on Twitter!

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2

PREVIEW: Climbing Kilimanjaro with Simone Knego

April 20, 2021 by jloya29

Simone shares with Joshua her climb to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro, her work with the Jewish Federation, and her choice to adopt 3 kids, each born outside the United States, when she already had 3 biological children at home. Simone also shares more deeply about her belief in the power of individuals to affect change, unexpected culture shock in Italy, and a surprise rat infestation of her family car.

You can get a copy of Simone’s book, “The Extraordinary Unordinary You”, available on Amazon. Be sure to find and follow Simone Knego on her website and @AuthorSimoneKnego on Instagram!

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: out

PREVIEW: Flogging the Canvas with Heather Meglasson – AMP209

April 13, 2021 by jloya29

Heather Meglasson is an artist and holistic health practitioner based near San Diego, California. Her Human Phoenix Project and Impact Art are intentionally edgy and purposefully combined with illuminating adventure experiences for the benefit of the artist, the muse, and those appreciating the artwork.

Heather shares with Joshua the origin of her impact art method of creation, the Human Phoenix Project, and her desire to assist those ready to be more authentic in their artistic expression. Heather also talks about using Shadow Dancing as a tool to overcome mental and emotional blocks.

Please show Heather Meglasson some love. Won’t you?

  • Heather’s web site: www.heathermeglasson.com
  • Heather’s Instagram: @heathermeglassonart
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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: art

PREVIEW: Hip-Hop Innovation with Donny Hall – AMP208

April 6, 2021 by jloya29

Donny has a range of stories, and he doesn’t disappoint. From having loaded guns pointed at his camera during a video shoot to receiving artistic and business advice from David Carradine and Michael Madsen, you’ll be glued to this one.

Other highlights include a private Beastie Boys concert, combatting racism with sports documentaries, and wisdom from Donny’s Uncle Dicky.

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2 Tagged With: creativity, film, music

PREVIEW: North Pole Expedition with Victoria Humphries

March 30, 2021 by jloya29

Victoria Humphrey’s is an adventurer, businesswoman, and inspirational speaker. Amidst her many accomplishments, she was a member of the first all-female expedition to the North Pole. She prides herself on being just your average woman who happens to believe that anything is possible.

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In her conversation with Joshua, Victoria goes into detail about her trek through the arctic, her climb to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, and her multiple marathons. Victoria shares some of her thoughts on imposter syndrome and some charities near and dear to her heart. She also briefly discusses her 50 At 50 Challenge, and how she is using this effort to raise money for several

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Filed Under: Advanced Release, Podcast, season 2

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