The Kyle Thiermann Show
Kyle Thiermann
Conversations with intellectual athletes and athletic intellectuals. If you're new here, try starting with #96 Albee Layer, #139 Matt Taibbi, #157 Peter Attia, #206 Chris Ryan, #216 Rick Hanson, #233 Steve Rinella, or #340 Mark Healey.
Kyle Thiermann is a journalist, copywriter, and sponsored surfer for Patagonia. His work spans from editorial (Men's Health, Surfer, Outside) to creative (Patagonia, Yeti, MUD\WTR). He has written billboards above LAX, viral commercials seen by over a hundred million people, and steered better-for-you brands to cultural relevance with breakthrough advertising ideas. Kyle is represented by DiFiore Literary Agency and is in the process of publishing his first book. thiermann.substack.com
Kyle Thiermann is a journalist, copywriter, and sponsored surfer for Patagonia. His work spans from editorial (Men's Health, Surfer, Outside) to creative (Patagonia, Yeti, MUD\WTR). He has written billboards above LAX, viral commercials seen by over a hundred million people, and steered better-for-you brands to cultural relevance with breakthrough advertising ideas. Kyle is represented by DiFiore Literary Agency and is in the process of publishing his first book. thiermann.substack.com
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Dec 17, 2017 • 56min
#77 The Improv Podcast - Clifford Henderson & Dixie Cox
There are many reasons why improv theater has taken root in Santa Cruz and become a bona fide artistic tradition. Two of those reasons are named Clifford Henderson and Dixie Cox. Proud recipients of 2014 Gail Rich Awards. Clifford Henderson and Dixie Cox, founders of the FUN INSTITUTE, have a combined total of over 48 years experience teaching improv, acting, and team-building skills. They have taught workshops for high-tech businesses, university educators, retreat centers, psychotherapists, incarcerated women, a Zen community, stroke survivors, and the public at-large. Their home base is the Broadway Playhouse, in Santa Cruz, California. They are also the creators of the popular two-woman show, Detour Ahead: the Clifford & Dixie Show. Both were founders and coordinators of the popular Santa Cruz event, The Improvathon. They’ve played with troupes Sapphos Lapphos and Loose Cannon Theater starting back in 1993. Both are familiar faces on and off the stages of Santa Cruz. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Dec 14, 2017 • 57min
#76 The California Firefighter - Justin Davis
Justin Davis has worked as a paramedic/firefighter at Station 14 in San Jose since 2007. From 1999-2006 he worked for Cal Fire and was part of the Helitack crew from 2005-2006. He has also been part of the Urban Search And Rescue Team (USAR) for the past seven years. Additionally, he is part of the Santa Cruz Marine Rescue Team. When he retires, he plans to circumnavigate the globe on a sailboat. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Dec 12, 2017 • 1h 6min
#75 Filmmaker/Surfer - Chris Malloy
Chris Malloy is an accomplished professional surfer and filmmaker. His films include 180 Degrees South, The Fishermans Son, Groundswell, Thicker Than Water, and A Brokedown Melody. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Dec 6, 2017 • 55min
#74 Understanding Bears Ears - Patagonia's Director of Environmental Campaigns, Hans Cole
Hans Cole is the Director of Environmental Campaigns and Advocacy at Patagonia. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Nov 24, 2017 • 1h 29min
#73 The Bow Hunter - Velton Fry
Velton Fry is an expert bow hunter and primitive arts teacher. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Nov 17, 2017 • 1h 30min
#72 Puerto Escondido - Greg Long & Are Frapwell
Greg Long (@GergLong) is 2X Big Wave Surfing World Champion. Are Frapwell (@AreFrapwell) is a 16-year-old professional surf photographer from La Jolla, CA. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Nov 4, 2017 • 1h 42min
#71 Origins of Ayahuasca - Carlos Duran
Carlos Duran is a radio host and expert in the plant medicine. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Oct 24, 2017 • 1h 15min
#70 Chilean Surfer/Activist - Ramon Navarro
Chilean big wave surfer Ramón Navarro (@SurfNavarro) grew up on the ocean, helping his father with his fishing business and learning to dive at an early age. Ramón has built his reputation on riding giant surf, and his top finishes in numerous competitions throughout the world speak to his talents. A committed activist, he’s worked on numerous projects to preserve his country’s vibrant surf environment. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Oct 14, 2017 • 1h 26min
#69 Hawaiian Surfing Legend - Jock Sutherland
Jock Sutherland is considered one of the 50 Greatest Surfers of All Time. The wave 'Jocko's on the North Shore of Oahu is named after him. Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
Oct 10, 2017 • 1h 29min
#68 "We humiliate men for a living..." - Ceara Lynch & Alexandra Snow
Ceara Lynch & Alexandra Snow are well-known professional dominatrixes. @cearalynch @dominasnow Get full access to Kyle Thiermann at thiermann.substack.com/subscribe
