n this episode of the M42 Adventures podcast, the hosts engage in a deep conversation with Jeremy Streu, exploring themes of outdoor adventures, personal growth, and the challenges faced in the logging industry. Jeremy shares his journey from working in logging to starting his own media company, reflecting on the impact of personal loss and the importance of pursuing one's own dreams. The discussion also touches on cultural insights, local delicacies, and the beauty of Wisconsin's natural landscapes. In this conversation, Jeremy reflects on the challenges of balancing family expectations with personal dreams, the financial pressures of running a business in the logging industry, and the transformative journey of transitioning to a media career. He shares the impact of losing his father on his life choices and emphasizes the importance of living fully and valuing experiences over monetary success. In this conversation, the speaker reflects on personal growth through hardship, the importance of maturity in relationships, and the challenges of starting a media business in the outdoor industry. They emphasize the value of experiences over material success and the significance of community and support in pursuing one's passions.

 

takeaways

• Jeremy Strew is connected to the hosts through mutual friends in the mental health and spirituality community.
• He has a background in logging and has transitioned to running a media company.
• The conversation highlights the importance of food and community in travel experiences.
• Wisconsin is rich in natural beauty, including waterfalls and outdoor activities.
• The logging industry faces significant challenges, including market saturation and economic downturns.
• Personal loss can profoundly impact career choices and life direction.
• Jeremy's father was a significant influence on his work ethic and career path.
• The hosts discuss the unique cultural aspects of Wisconsin, including local delicacies like pasties.
• The conversation emphasizes the importance of pursuing one's own dreams rather than living someone else's.
• The podcast serves as a platform for sharing personal stories and insights into various life experiences. I was just keeping the banks off my back.
• If you can make it through the bad times, you'll be fine.
• What do you love to do?
• I felt that weight and pressure working in the woods.
• I needed to make between 30 and 40 grand a month.
• I wasn't at that stage in my career where I could afford to do it.
• I went head first into it.
• I've done more in the last year than I did in the previous 10.
• Your dad just wants you to be happy.
• You get one life, live it fully. Rebuilding life after hardship requires support and reflection.
• Maturity plays a crucial role in forming lasting relationships.
• Starting a business involves significant challenges and learning curves.
• Creating meaningful content can inspire and connect communities.
• Experiences and relationships are more valuable than material success.
• Self-reflection is essential for personal growth and accountability.
• The outdoor industry offers unique opportunities for storytelling.
• Building a network is vital for success in any business.
• Embracing failures can lead to valuable lessons and growth.
• Pursuing passions can create lifelong friendships and connections.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connections 02:56 Background and Outdoor Adventures 06:03 Cultural Insights and Local Delicacies 08:53 Wisconsin's Natural Beauty and Attractions 11:50 Transitioning Careers and Business Ventures 15:09 Challenges in the Logging Industry 17:50 Personal Loss and Career Reflections 28:32 Facing Reality: Chasing Dreams vs. Family Expectations 32:11 The Burden of Business: Financial Pressures and Industry Challenges 34:49 Transitioning to Media: Embracing New Passions and Opportunities 39:53 Honoring Legacy: The Impact of Loss on Life Choices 51:51 Living Life Fully: The Importance of Experiences Over Money 57:03 Rebuilding Life After Hardship 01:00:14 The Importance of Maturity in Relationships 01:02:06 Starting a Media Business: Challenges and Triumphs 01:06:44 Creating Meaningful Content in the Outdoor Industry 01:12:49 The Value of Experiences Over Material Success