Explore Washington State
The Columbia River may look calm from the shore, but beneath its surface flows a current that can shave precious minutes off an Ironman swim time. For Claude Brun, a French-American triathlete preparing for his second Tri-Cities IRONMAN, this downstream advantage is just one of many reasons why this race has become an annual pilgrimage....
What defines a place and who gets to decide? In this episode, Scott sits down with Kevin Lewis, CEO of Visit Tri-Cities, to explore how one region is reimagining its identity. From hosting a world-class IRONMAN competition to strengthening its brand through local storytelling and unified vision, the Tri-Cities is leaning into what makes it...
The Tri Cities Ironman 70.3 is no ordinary race. It is a test of endurance, grit, and mental strength — and for Jennifer Comfort, it is also home turf. As both a seasoned competitor and a dedicated coach, Jennifer has spent years helping athletes prepare for one of the Pacific Northwest’s most challenging events. In...
When Daisey James picked up a disc during COVID, she didn’t plan on becoming a leader in Bellingham’s disc golf scene. Fast forward a few years, and she’s co-owner of Far From Par Disc Golf Pro Shop, president of the Whatcom Disc Golf Club, and the driving force behind a lost disc rescue service that...
Sean Visintainer didn’t set out to build one of the Northwest’s most respected fly shops. He just loved fishing. Growing up in Spokane, Sean spent hours casting in the backyard, chasing water wherever he could find it. That quiet obsession eventually grew into something bigger: Silver Bow Fly Shop, a now-iconic storefront that serves everyone...
What do your favorite craft brewery, a family vineyard, and a city park in Spokane have in common? They might all be doing their part to protect wild salmon—and you might not even know it. In this episode of the podcast, we spend time with Brian Muegge, Farm Program Manager at Salmon Safe, a nonprofit...
Tucked away in the trees on Whidbey Island lies a place where imagination roams free and creativity is rooted in conservation. The Price Sculpture Forest isn’t a typical art gallery or nature preserve—it’s a living blend of both. Founded by Scott Price, this remarkable outdoor experience began with a simple goal: protect a beautiful section...
Washington’s state parks are more than just beautiful places to hike, camp, and explore—they’re critical habitats for some of the region’s most endangered species. From the windswept beaches of the Pacific Coast to hidden prairie remnants in Eastern Washington, these public lands quietly support vital conservation efforts that often go unnoticed. Dr. Andrea Thorpe, Natural...
Washington grows more than 10 billion pounds of potatoes each year—feeding millions, supporting thousands of jobs, and fueling a $7.4 billion industry. But how exactly does it all happen? In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Chris Voigt, Executive Director of the Washington State Potato Commission, to uncover the story of one of...
Meet Paul Tolmé, Content Strategy and Media Relations Manager at the Cascade Bicycle Club, for a lively conversation about biking across Washington—and how cycling is transforming lives, communities, and transportation policy. Paul shares the origin story of Cascade Bicycle Club, a nonprofit that’s been pedaling progress since 1970. With more than five decades of advocacy...
Meet Jennifer Hackett, the force behind Northwest Portal—a one-of-a-kind platform mapping all of Washington’s recreation! Jennifer’s passion for making recreation accessible to everyone, leveraging GIS, and creatively compiling data from fragmented sources really stands out. Not only does she blend her expertise in resource management and mapping, but she’s built an incredible system to keep...
Hailey Bohlman didn’t grow up surrounded by vineyards. She’s not a sommelier by training, nor did she set out to become a wine educator. But somewhere between a small town in Wisconsin and the rolling hills of Walla Walla, she found herself completely captivated by the world of wine—and decided to bring others along for...
