Les Stroud, a renowned Canadian survival expert and filmmaker famous for 'Survivorman,' explores the realms of Bigfoot, UFOs, and creativity. He shares insights on the challenges of solo filmmaking and the meticulous art required for genuine storytelling. Listeners are treated to his thoughts on the balance of fame, personal struggles, and the peace found in creativity. Stroud delves into the telepathic myths surrounding Bigfoot, encouraging a curious exploration of the unknown, while also reflecting on urban survival ethics and the therapeutic power of overcoming challenges.
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Survivorman's Origin
Les Stroud, creator of Survivorman, pioneered the survival TV genre.
His show predates others like Naked and Afraid and Man vs. Wild.
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Open-Minded Skepticism
Curt Jaimungal's approach to UFOs, like Les Stroud's to Bigfoot, involves open-minded skepticism.
This outsider perspective appeals to audiences seeking unbiased investigations.
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Humble Beginnings
Les Stroud's difficult upbringing, including a low-income, dysfunctional family and neighborhood gangs, shaped his relatable persona.
He consciously strives for self-improvement, seeking knowledge and intellectual growth.
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This book is designed to inspire children to learn about and appreciate nature from around the world. It follows the character Tulip as she discovers more about the natural world each day.
Les Stroud is the creator of Survivorman. Sponsors: https://brilliant.org/TOE for 20% off. http://algo.com for supply chain AI.
00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:13 Bigfoot and Survivorman series inception 00:07:19 Similarities of investigating UFOs to investigating Bigfoot (Curt owes Les) 00:08:46 Les' poor upbringing in a drug ridden neighborhood 00:12:48 The trappings of fame and being treated like a monkey 00:15:16 What drives Les' output? Is it pure "creativity"? 00:17:27 The peace in not mattering 00:18:51 Altered states 00:21:19 It's okay to be a multitasker 00:22:06 Wim Hoff method 00:23:52 Elements of filmmaking that were purposefully NOT included in Survivorman 00:27:12 People stealing Les' style (Bear Grylls, etc.) 00:29:49 Ratio of filmed footage to what's edited in 00:31:12 What art has (largely) become 00:34:42 How meticulous filmmaking is 00:40:20 Techniques for making episodes engaging 00:44:24 Having permanent mild existential crises (and Les' relation to TOE) 00:49:57 Is anything separate from God? 00:54:51 Bigfoot and consciousness 00:58:08 Les' Bigfoot experience with orbs 01:03:53 Interacting telepathically with Bigfoot 01:05:56 Never before told story about a being speaking to Les 01:09:09 Orbs 01:11:20 UFOs and Bigfoot (story by Les) 01:16:14 Alien intentions, evil, good, and love overcoming in the end 01:18:27 [Crepitus s] Has Les ever considered doing an urban survival show? 01:19:34 [Boukm3n] Limits. I would like to ask him about pushing personal limits. Doing hard things is tough, but controlling the mind is tougher. How has survival shifted his mindset? 01:21:05 [Paul V] When times are hardest what gives you the strength to carry on? 01:21:53 [@StanAlister] Wim Hoff applied to harsh survival conditions 01:22:43 [James McKevitt] Any long term damage from the extreme survival outings? 01:23:41 [Jimi Lee] The great reset 01:25:41 [Some Guy] Being comfortable alone is the most important skill? 01:27:15 [Phillip Wareham] Prepping, especially for climate change and EMP / solar storms? 01:29:42 Will Les do a "survival" online course? 01:30:44 [Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Comacho] Bigfoot being interdimensional and low tech? 01:31:29 Lost time while camping
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