The Derek Loudermilk Show

In 2007, I was an aspiring professional bicycle racer, and I went to Malaga, Spain for the winter to train. The goal was to go somewhere warm, with a strong cycling culture, in a Spanish-speaking country. A cycling mentor was from the town of Frigiliana, Spain, and advised the southern coast of Spain (Costa del Sol) as an ideal winter training grounds for cyclists. I discovered that Andalucia has some of the best riding in the world! It also helped that my girlfriend at the time was already in Spain. I want to tell you the story of moving to Malaga for three months, because this was before the 4 Hour Work Week and definitely before I had any inkling of the concept of a digital nomad. I had saved my money from first job, about $8000, which lasted me through the time I was there. In this episode I'll tell you the stories of: *  Finding a room in a giant shared house in Malaga (with roommates from 8 countries, only costing 120 Euros/month) * Training every day through the mountains of Andalucia (beautiful "white towns", cork trees, olive groves, castles, bulls, old Spanish professional cyclists, and secret roads) * A side trip to Mororcco (French commandoes running parkour, 400 year old jewel encrusted daggers, Riding the Marrakech Express) * Meeting my Canadian cycling mentor * Learning to cycle downhill with no brakes * Visiting the Alhambra in Granada (one of the most beautiful buildings in the world * My favorite town - Ronda (perched on a cliff and home of the oldest bull ring in Spain) * Riding 8 hours just to go watch the Vuelta Andalucia/ Ruta Del Sol bike race (the single most epic day of cycling ever) * My diet - Stealing avocados and cycling with sandwiches in my pockets * Getting to know my local market, merchants * Carnaval celebrations in Cadiz (sleeping in a giant tree, singing with the crowds) * Visiting Barcelona and Gaudi's architecture (including Sagrada Familia - the most epic cathedral ever made)   Coffee in the White Towns

"There are still wild, pristine places in the world"– Oliver White Today’s guest on the Art of Adventure is the fishing legend, thought leader, owner of Bair's and Abaco Fishing lodges, and co-founder of Indifly, Oliver White. Oliver has carved a unique place for himself in the fishing world, as he is known for going to far off places and catching fish that have never been caught before. Oliver also created the Jungle Fish film that won the sustainability award at the Sundance Film Festival, showcasing his work with the people of the Guyanese village of Rewa and the Arapaima fish. After a brief foray into the world of high finance in New York City working for a hedge fund, Oliver became the owner of two fishing lodges in the Bahamas. Oliver guides for lots of celebrities, but doesn't play up that fact. He has become a celebrity in his own right - changing the way people think about adventure and fishing. We dig into into Oliver’s philosopher's mindset and we will seek to understand why he is so good at so many different endeavors. And we get a great story about his personal invitation from the royal family of Bhutan to come explore new fishing possibilities in the kingdom of happiness What you’ll learn in this episode: * How Oliver got interested in fishing * The challenge of fly fishing * How he got involved in the nonprofit, Indifly * Oliver’s fishing adventures * His Bhutan project with the Royal Family Quotes: “Every day that you fish, it’s like reading a book – you file that book away in your library. Now, after twenty years, after fishing and traveling the world, I’ve fished so many days, so I’ve read so many books I have filed away in this library. And every day that I go out, I have more information to pull out to help solve the next problem, and then build on that.” – Oliver White “Part of the enjoyment (of fishing) is solving the puzzle.” – Oliver White “It’s always the hindsight, the looking back, where you can really understand the value of various experiences.” – Oliver White “As I look back in my whole life now, the things that I think are really important are passionate people who are interesting people. And it really doesn’t matter what they are passionate about.” – Oliver White “No one in their life gets to where they are on their own.” – Oliver White “Being genuinely interested in other people helps facilitate a lot of things.” – Oliver White “I also find incredible value from this array of experiences that are available by being nomadic and bouncing and adapting all the time.” – Oliver White “It is unique to pursue something you are really excited about.” – Oliver White “It is important to be an advocated for the things that you find are important.” – Oliver White Continue the Adventure:Oliver White Fishing Oliver on InstragramAbaco LodgeBair's Lodge

“As long as I keep on trying, you could never say that I failed.” - Johan Ernst Nilson Today’s guest on the Art of Adventure is the environment explorer, motivational speaker, author, and eco-warrior, Johan Ernst Nilson. He has been a global adventurer for more than 20 years and a Guinness world record holder. Johan has embarked on a journey from the North Pole to the South Pole, has already climbed the Seven Summits, has flown a boat across Europe, cycled from Sweden to the Sahara Desert, and a lot more. Johan has evolved into a big activist for the environment. He is also an advocate against global warming and poverty, and a staunch supporter of education in developing countries and of the protection of endangered species. Last year alone, in conjunction with his adventures, he has raised six million dollars. You’ll love this episode where Johan, despite all the travelling, is energetic and super sharp, as he shares his great stories of adventure.  He shares about the adventure, the business, the psychology, and the charity work involved in his explorations. What you’ll learn in this episode: How he evolved from simply going on adventures to becoming an activist How he breaks down expeditions into three phases Reasons why people are bothered in pushing through with their expeditions Finding your “why” when going on adventures Quotes: “Maybe you can, but the question is: Should you?” - Johan Ernst Nilson “We are intelligent, but are we wise?” - Johan Ernst Nilson “Fear is a safety net. Being afraid is something very good.” - Johan Ernst Nilson “As long as I keep on trying, you could never say that I failed.” - Johan Ernst Nilson “Don’t be afraid because something is really hard, because people keep saying that things are impossible; the impossible just seeks more time.” - Johan Ernst Nilson Continue the Adventure:http://www.johanernst.com/

“I always focus on what I truly want, which is, have passion in my life.” – Alan Burak Today's guest on the Art of Adventure Podcast is the investor and entrepreneur who manages Never Alone Capital, a multi-million dollar investment business and CPF Wine and Liquor which is in forty-two countries around the world, Alan Burak.   Alan shares with us how he started out as a young adult who had once lost everything but then he realized the value of the things that he had learned. Right now you can tell that he is so energetic and fired up with all the things he has learned and applied, not only in his life, but also in his business.   In this episode, Alan shows us how things may seem so hard in the beginning but then everything comes easy in the end, you just need to put your heart and mind into it. Just like him, one should seek out the things they want to learn and then practice them. Finally, he constantly asks, what can my heart do to the world, if live in my heart and not my mind?   What you’ll learn in this episode: * Details on how he runs his business * What his daily meditation practice is * How he does his visualization * What his different problem-solving approaches are * How his vision has evolved through time * How energy fuels anyone to do big things   Quotes: “Before going to bed, I already know what I’m going to do.” – Alan Burak “Time is the number one commodity.” – Alan Burak “In every breath that you do, see yourself with a bigger heart.” – Alan Burak “The heart has no boundaries.” – Alan Burak   Continue the Adventure:Linked inTwitterInstagram

I realized that after sending a single email to Jim Rogers, he quickly responded and came on the podcast. Jim is a really busy person, so I was astounded with his generosity that he would respond so quickly. This, however, is not unique. I am able to quickly get some of the most amazing adventurers, entrepreneurs, and people that have a lot on their plate to come on the podcast. So how do you get them to say YES to your request?   First, I start with a dream list: Who do I want to interview? Who would I love to learn from? Who would be a great fit? I will compile a list of the people I want to reach out to, including their email, Twitter, Instagram - different ways that I can reach out to them. I also do my homework. I learn about them from other people or articles about them, and I also read their books. I compile the background that I need, enough for me to know about their work and to know why they would be a good guest on the show. I also find out what would motivate them to donate their time to come on the show and teach something to the audience. Also I look for any possible shared interests or ways of connecting that might help build rapport. When I reach out to them via email I make sure that it is short and concise. Three to five sentences is perfect and visually it is nice and easy to read. In the first sentence I establish who I am, to build connection and credibility. Then I explain my motivation for getting in touch with them,  and pick an area of their expertise that I want to learn from and hear their story about. I then ask them if they would be interested in doing an interview, making it simple and easy for them to reply YES. And lastly, if they don't respond, it doesn't mean that they don't want to help you or that they are not interested. It just means that they could not respond right there and then. So, following up is a polite thing to do. Don't give up, make sure you follow up. Things you will learn in this episode: * How to find good guests for your podcast * How to build a connection and rapport * How to structure a concise email * The importance of the follow up email

"Humor is a skill, let's understand the techniques behind it"- David Nihill Today’s guest on the Art of Adventure Podcast is the author, public speaker, speaking coach, and entrepreneur, David Nihill. David believes that humor is an important skill in connecting with people. Anyone could be funny, especially on stage, by looking at certain techniques and replicating them. Anybody can make themselves considerably funnier in a short period of time. In this episode, David shows us that one need not be a natural to speak in public with humor. This is a skill which can be studied, worked on, and improved upon. What you’ll learn in this episode: * How to connect your audience * How to set up frameworks when speaking in public * How to apply humor to your speeches * Techniques on public speaking and being funny Continue the adventure: * FunnyBizz Conference: Where Business Meets Humor * 80 free tips from his book * David’s udemy course * Arash Bayatmakou’s TEDx talk Quotes: "Start right in the middle of the action, then bring it back at the end of your talk" - David Nihill "I still don't enjoy speaking, but I know it is going to go well"- David Nihill "Rubbish content, delivered beautifully, is still rubbish"- David Nihill "Create a structure that allows you to improvise"- David Nihill "Humor is a skill, let's understand the techniques behind it"- David Nihill "Ask yourself - What will people think when I say this?"- David Nihill   You might also like these episodes:AOA 093 | Michael Port | Steal The ShowRobin Farmanfarmaian | How to Become a Thought LeaderAOA 034 | Jordan Harbinger | The Art of the Interview and Networking Like a ProAOA 056 | Michael Margolis | Storytelling For BusinessAOA 081 | Vanessa Van Edwards | The Body Language Of Great First Impressions

Last year my family and I discovered the town of Zadar, Croatia. The No.1 hot spot for nomads according to  Nomad list. We lived in Zadar for 3 months and in this Five Minute Friday episode I share with you our wonderful experience staying in this culturally rich town. The Lions Gate to Zadar   Some of the highlights I share in this episode : • About our neighbor Anna -and titi bello • Stealing fruit • Zadar outdoor festival • Riding with the cycling team to the monastery • Anna mascaro visiting us • Our 250 year old stone house • Great local restaurants • St. Donat’s church and the sea organ • Visiting Plitvice lakes and Krka National Parks • My parents visiting • Tattoos in our own home • Gardening and looking after the house • Bali people coming for a reunion • Heidi walking to the store every day for grilled fish and pastries with meat in them • Parties in our courtyard • Working on my book • Listening to classical music in the courtyerd The Venetian Well Exploring Plitvice Lakes National Park Tattoo from Mau the tattoo shaman Old Town Sibenik

“You have to really focus on your self-awareness because it will be the number one predictor of your success.” – Jason Treu   Today’s guest on the Art of Adventure podcast is the executive coach, relationship builder, impressive networker, and self-awareness expert, Jason Treu. Jason works with teams and individuals to help them maximize their performance while helping them create the business and the life that they love. He works with different kinds of people, in different capacities. He helps people in their biggest challenges, and that is, filling in their blind spots. In this episode, Jason explains how self-awareness is an important key to success. He also shares that others play a role in overcoming challenges and in our struggle with self-awareness. What you’ll learn in this episode: What are your blind spots What is holding you back on your success How to be self-aware Why self-awareness is important How to work with other people Quotes:  “The only way for me to get better is to change the habit.” – Jason Treu “We see things very myopically and we need other people to point out those challenges.” – Jason Treu “The only way you become self-aware is if you start to learn and really understand how to identify change, and taking a look at what your biggest problems are, and how quickly can you adapt.” – Jason Treu “If you are trying to solve it all on your own, I can guarantee, you are not self-aware, because it is impossible for you to do it.” – Jason Treu “That’s the problem; we look at people where they are now, not where they have been.” – Jason Treu “If you cannot tell emotions in other people, how are you going to be successful?" – Jason Treu “There is not an option for you to have low self-awareness and be successful.” – Jason Treu Continue the Adventure:Jason Treu Twitter @jasontreu Instagram @jasontreu You might also like these episodes:AOA 072 | Jason Treu | How To Build Extraordinary RelationshipsAntesa Jensen | Adventure Awake: Self-Awareness Through TravelAOA 126 | Rock Thomas | Abundance and AdventureAOA 162 | Ron Malhotra | Your Success BlueprintAOA 036| Judy Robinett | How To Be A Power Connector

What makes a true Adventurer stand out from other travelers? What traits and mindsets do they hold that set them apart? An Adventurer (is): * They would rather talk and learn about different people than ignore or avoid something they don’t understand * With lines and border crossing and different customs, but dislike beaurocracy * The only way to maintain your adventures is to be durable * Understands the system and how to play. Are bribes needed? Are gifts needs? Polaroids as a tool for building rapport * Mentally Tough. Can keep going for hours or days in uncomforatable situations * Don’t show their fear. When facing a steep clif or a rebel army patrol, they assert their autonomy * Use humor to smooth the way * Stay alert. Adventurers trust their instinct they have honed along the way * Know how to read people and situations * Are good story tellers * Are good listeners and good at gathering key information * Solve problems. They are not worried about any set way of doing something as long as it works * Celebrate awe and wonder along the way * Place themselves in interesting situations. Seeking interesting ceremonies, buildings, tribes, mountains, etc. * Can connect with people of different socioeconomic levels, nationality, station in life, etc. * Are a little crazy and a little obsessed. When they get an idea in their head that wont stop until they make it happen – sometimes this sets a world record and sometimes they die trying. * They know that they are rare, but don’t see themselves as superior * Are honest with themselves about their situation. They don’t get hung up wishing things were different * Says yes to opportunities * Joins others on their adventures * Often have a quest – an overall frameowkr of a grand mission they are trying to achieve – like visiting all the worlds countries or climbing the highest peak on each continent * Helps others expand their world view and horizons

“When we set up new destinations, we really look at what is undiscovered.” – Anna Mascaro Today’s guest on the Art of Adventure podcast is the travel designer genius, Anna Mascaro. Anna founded Terracotta Travel and coordinates customized and luxurious destination travels, particularly in Europe. I've had the privilege of working with Anna over the last year to get Terracotta off the ground.  The back story to this episode is really cool. Anna was a listener to the Art of Adventure and reached out to me to be her coach as she was leaving her stifling office job in London, moving to the island paradise of Palma de Mallorca, and founding the travel company that became Terracotta. Now to complete the circle, she is a guest on the show to talk about how she runs her business. I even learned some things from our interview about how much knowledge she has built up about specific travel locations over the years In this episode, Anna shares her hands-on approach with the travel itineraries that she makes for her clients, and how she herself goes into those areas for her to really experience what a place and its community has to offer. She also shares how to run a unique business like hers. What you’ll learn in this episode: How Terracotta Travel started How she coordinates with locals What it is like to run a business which involves personalization and a lot of travelling How she values interaction with the locals in a community How she creates perfect travel designs made specifically for her clients How Anna herself is an "Encyclopedia of Possibilities" Quotes: “We’re really giving people a unique look in the culture of the islands.” – Anna Mascaro “The guides really are they key as far as us being able to make connections on the ground with local people.” – Anna Mascaro “We always take the interests of our client in mind.” – Anna Mascaro “As a luxury travel designer, you come to appreciate everyone's work more” – Anna Mascaro “Once you travel with Terracotta, you will never go back.” – Anna Mascaro Continue the Adventure:Terra Cotta TravelFacebookInstagram   You might also like these episodes:Antesa Jensen | Adventure Awake: Self-Awareness Through TravelChase Boehringer | Experience The Most Epic Adventures With The Bucketlist LifestyleHow to Run an Adventure + Business RetreatAOA 067 | Matt Prior | Adventure AcademyAOA 126 | Rock Thomas | Abundance and AdventureKit and Rosie Volcano (Part 2) | How to Make Business Feel Like Magic