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Another RAVE on this episode of Rave or Rant! Laura Mueller has made history as the first female race engineer in Formula One. We discuss the importance of this role and the impact of her promotion on inclusivity in the sport.
Today's episode focuses on the inspiring journey of Arlene Blum, a pioneering mountaineer and environmental activist. We discuss her early experiences with climbing, the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, and her significant contributions to both science and mountaineering. . This conversation delves into the remarkable story of the Women's Himalayan Expedition in 1978, led by Arlene Blum, who aimed to conquer Annapurna, one of the world's most dangerous mountains. We also explores Blum's subsequent advocacy work against harmful flame retardants, emphasizing her commitment to environmental health and women's empowerment in mountaineering.
Sources
https://medium.com/@erinelizabeth920/a-womens-place-6144f3c7cb8f
https://www.ultimatekilimanjaro.com/mount-everests-death-zone-what-happens-to-the-human-body/#:~:text=What%20is%20the%20Death%20Zone,as%20the%20%E2%80%9Cdeath%20zone.%E2%80%9D
https://www.arleneblum.com/
Climbing, Chemistry & Policy: Arlene BlumApplehttps://podcasts.apple.com › podcast › climbing-chemist…
17. The Endurance of Arlene BlumApplehttps://podcasts.apple.com › podcast › 17-the-enduranc…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bw_67JDuacM
https://americanalpineclub.org/news/2022/7/29/yi5mdevp9v5wz4zuukwuquvvw8v7on
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arlene_Blum
https://alaskapublic.org/2023/04/27/breaking-trail-arlene-blum/
https://www.himalayanclub.org/hj/38/8/women-on-annapurna/
http://publications.americanalpineclub.org/articles/12197904500/American-Womens-Himalayan-Expedition-Annapurna-1#image-gallery
https://www.himalayanclub.org/hj/38/8/women-on-annapurna/
We are back with a rave or rant!! And today we are RAVING about Jessica Cambpell! She has made history with her groundbreaking achievement as the first female assistant coach in NHL history. We discuss the significance of her role, the impact on future generations of female athletes, and the challenges she faces in a male-dominated sport.
This week’s episode takes you to the rugged cliffs of Utah, where women made history by competing in Red Bull Rampage for the first time ever! Bryce spotlights a few of the incredible athletes like Robin Goomes, Georgia Astles, and Casey Brown while exploring the history of this iconic freeride mountain biking event. Plus, dive into the pivotal role of Red Bull Formation—one of the grassroots movements that paved the way for women to claim their spot on this legendary stage.
Sources:
https://www.redbull.com/us-en/red-bull-rampage-womens-winner
https://www.redbull.com/us-en/female-freeride-stars-of-anytime-mtb-movie
https://www.redbull.com/us-en/what-is-red-bull-rampage
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/2024-red-bull-rampage-womens-lineup-revealed.html
https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/rampage
https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/red-bull-formation
WOMEN'S COMPETITION REPLAY:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAMg-XEygfA
Meet Grandma Gatewood, the first woman to solo hike the entire Appalachian Trail at age 67! Armed with a homemade rucksack and no fancy gear, she is a true trailblazer. Her story is the ultimate reminder that it’s never too late to chase adventure.
Tune into episode 2 of Crunchy Chronicles on Spotify and Apple Podcast dropping on 1/30.
#crunchychronicles #trailblazer #grandmagatewood #womenwhohike #outdoorinspiration #appalachiantrail
Sources
https://www.buckeyetrail.org/links/gallery/gatewood/The-Rewards-of-Nature.pdf
https://www.atmuseum.org/uploads/5/5/8/1/55813761/1949_natioanl_geographic.pdf
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VO2Oujz3jA
https://appalachiantrailhistory.org/exhibits/show/hikers/gatewood
https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=27153
https://www.metroparks.org/grandma-gatewood-one-of-ohios-most-famous-hikers/
https://archive.ph/20120719220442/http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1130083/index.htm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grandma_Gatewood#cite_note-montg-5
https://www.outsideonline.com/2174996/grandma-who-changed-forever
https://www.outdoors.org/resources/amc-outdoors/history/grandma-gatewood-the-first-woman-to-solo-hike-the-entire-appalachian-trail/
https://www.outsideonline.com/2174996/grandma-who-changed-forever
https://www.wuwm.com/podcast/lake-effect-segments/2017-07-18/appalachian-trail-adventures-mentally-physically-halfway-there
https://open.spotify.com/episode/05tWfEKTUPzFk7kX2dSJhW
RAVE OR RANT!! Our first mini episode! In this episode of Crunchy Chronicles, Carly and Bryce discuss the disparities in sports prizes for women, particularly in ski jumping. They highlight the recent incident where a female athlete received a non-monetary prize while her male counterpart received a substantial cash prize. The conversation delves into the broader implications of gender inequality in sports, the lack of funding for female athletes, and the need for advocacy and change. The hosts emphasize the importance of raising awareness and pushing back against these injustices to create a more equitable environment for women in sports.
Key Topics: sports, gender inequality, women in sports, prize disparities, advocacy
Sources
https://www.instagram.com/p/DE0EvDHOZnt/?igsh=OWNqc3Bvc3Rha20z
https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/men-winner-world-cup-ski-192659088.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAKhsua49bAPMrEowxRAJaKzolBTV-4t8Ui6_yYhh83JQXUv73o2LlM_IHWo6337kKgi0qe9Udsu8ywasYROSpryTodiwKuRtMzIgrrpF4nc32nkSsdOS9sZJzNOzV4ZQShu-v7uDkZVtLlR1S7XEuL1QtOo_-FYdEMVUZ0PCgRLK
Crunchy Chronicles Episode 1! Today we are diving into the world of female circumnavigators! Starting off the episode is Carly discussing Annie Londonberry’s precarious journey as the firm woman to circumnavigate the world on a bike. Bryce follows up with her story about Jenny Graham the most recent woman to tackle that same feat. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to check out our next episode to learn more about women getting adventurous in the outdoors.
https://annielondonderry.com/
https://worldbicyclerelief.org/annie-londonderrys-legacy-women-breaking-boundaries-on-bicycles/
https://www.njmastro.com/post/annie-londonderry-con-artist-or-master-of-inventing-one-s-self
https://thewestendmuseum.org/history/era/immigrant-neighborhood/annie-londonderry/
https://theglindafactor.com/annie-londonderry-kopchovsky/#:~:text=Three%20weeks%20earlier%2C%20Annie%20had,to%20travel%20to%20Europe%20instead.&text=Once%20Annie%20reached%20New%20York,boarded%20a%20steamer%20for%20France.
https://jenny-graham.com/adventures/
https://bikepacking.com/news/jenny-grahams-around-world-cycling-route/
jenny-graham-cycling-around-the-world-in-record-time
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