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Episode 9 ~ Wim Stevenson, marketing manager at Montane
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Episode 9 ~ Wim Stevenson, marketing manager at Montane

Starting his professional career in architecture; Wim shares his story of how he came to end up in marketing for a prestigious British outdoor clothing company, what the future might hold for the outdoor industry, and also practical tips for those aiming to get expeditions funded or supported with equipment or clothing.

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Episode 8 ~ Dr Stephen Fabes, 6 years cycling 53,000 miles through 75 countries.
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Episode 8 ~ Dr Stephen Fabes, 6 years cycling 53,000 miles through 75 countries.

In episode 8, I talk to Dr Stephen Fabes - a medical doctor who finally found his way home in 2016 after cycling the length of six continents - a six-year adventure across 75 countries and 53,000 miles.

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Episode 1 ~ Toby Cronshaw
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Episode 1 ~ Toby Cronshaw

Toby Cronshaw: owner and designer of Mantis Tools; mountaineer; snowboarder; graphic designer; climber and speed-wing enthusiast.

Hear how Toby’s experiences as a youngster helped shape him, his love of graphic design, 80’s adventure sport branding and the influences that inspired him to create an indoor ice climbing tool and how the demand has kept him on his toes (and in the laboratory!)

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