In this podcast, Ben Blankenship discusses running and his upcoming 100-mile run. The speaker also reflects on their visit to the Oregon State Penitentiary and the lessons learned from talking to inmates. They share a thrilling encounter with a charging grizzly bear while hunting caribou in Alaska. Additionally, the podcast highlights the bravery of Roy, who saved his grandpa's life by killing a charging brown bear. The speaker honors the legacy of Roy and Chris, discussing their impact on him and their families.
Building connections with inmates through hope and positivity
Experiencing the thrill and danger of a caribou hunt, including a tense encounter with a charging grizzly bear
Deep dives
Personalized health services provided by Blokes
The speaker shares a personal experience with Blokes, a company that offers personalized health services. They mention getting their labs done by Blokes and receiving a 40-page functional report. They highlight Blokes' proactive and in-depth approach to health and express support for the company disrupting the sick care system.
A conversation with Jelly Roll and prison visit
The speaker talks about their conversation with Jelly Roll, a musician who has transformed his life after serving time in prison. They discuss Jelly Roll's advice for connecting with inmates and share their own experience of visiting the Oregon State Penitentiary to speak with inmates and provide them with a sense of hope and positivity.
Encounter with Ben Blankenship and running goals
The speaker recounts a meeting with Ben Blankenship, an Olympian and world record holder in running. They discuss their own running goals, including comparing their performance on a trail and acknowledging Ben's impressive achievements. The speaker expresses admiration for Ben's running abilities and discusses plans for future running sessions together.
Storytime with Roy Roth and a hunting adventure
The speaker shares a hunting adventure involving their long-time hunting partner, Roy Roth. They recount a memorable caribou hunt in Alaska, where Roy successfully took down an impressive caribou with a recurve bow. The story also includes a tense encounter with a charging grizzly bear, ultimately saved by the brave actions of Roy's 16-year-old nephew, Chris, who made a crucial shot to protect his grandpa, Ray.