Episode 157: Adventure Diaries with Chris Watson

“You only get one shot at this life so we need to get out and explore and love it a little more intentionally. ”

— Chris Watson

This week on the Inspire Campfire podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Chris Watson, the voice behind Adventure Diaries, a podcast that brings authentic tales of adventure, exploration, and the natural world to life. Chris joins us to explore the transformative power of storytelling and how sharing our journeys can ignite new adventures, inspire others to take action, and create a lasting legacy of exploration. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, where he lives with his wife and daughter, Chris is a passionate adventurer, certified paddle sports instructor, and Royal Yachting Association license holder who loves immersing himself in the great outdoors.

From epic quests to everyday encounters, Chris is a true outdoor enthusiast and travel aficionado, bringing tales of the natural world to life in every story he tells. Join us as we uncover the stories that inspire and the spirit that fuels the fire of exploration!

Chris also discusses:

2:10 - Adventure Diaries
4:30 - The danger of living a life half-lived
6:10 - Three things you can expect from his show
10:15 - His definition of accountability
12:45 - His initial intention for starting Adventure Diaries
15:00 - His approach to guests and conversations
19:20 - The podcast becoming a form of therapy
25:00 - How conversations with guests turn into taking action on adventures
28:00 - How has the podcast resulted in unexpected outcomes
30:30 - Adventures that have happened as a result of the show
32:00 - Wanting to share the experience with other people
34:00 - Would he rather talk about adventure or experience it directly?
36:45 - Common themes from his guests
40:40 - The collective wisdom he would offer listeners when it comes to adventure
42:00 - Local Seven Summits
45:30 - Who is going to play him in a Hollywood movie about his life