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A podcast where ordinary people tell their stories of extraordinary adventure.

These are campfire stories meant to inspire the rest of us to light the fire within, get outside, follow our dreams and return to tell our own stories.

06/10/2025

We welcome Sarah Safeer, a New York–based product manager who prioritizes experiences over things and has traveled to 54 countries while balancing a work-hard, play-hard life. Sarah shares how studying abroad in Florence sparked her love of travel and how solo trips built the confidence to celebrate her 25th birthday on Patagonia’s W Trek.

We talk about her five-day, four-night hut-to-hut in Chile’s Torres del Paine—weather, gear, safety, and why this hybrid trek is perfect for solo travelers, plus how she blends big-city living with mountain adventures.

05/10/2025

“I definitely try to encourage everyone to solo travel at least once in life because I think it’s a very empowering experience.” – Sarah Safeer

In this episode, Sarah shares why going solo builds real confidence and how that mindset carried her through the W Trek in Chile’s Torres del Paine.

She talks planning and logistics for a five-day, four-night hut-to-hut route, packing for four seasons in an hour, and the solo safety habits that make any trip feel doable.

It was so inspiring for my wife and I to meet Sarah out on the trail! Hear all about our chance encounter and more in this episode!

If you’re looking for a nudge to plan your first solo adventure, or you’re curious about Patagonia’s W Trek, this conversation gives you both inspiration and practical steps. Listen to the episode.

30/09/2025

‼️ New Episode Out Now ‼️

This week, we welcome Sarah Safeer, a product manager in digital consulting based in New York City who learned early to prioritize experiences over things, and who has traveled to 54 countries while building a work-hard, play-hard lifestyle grounded in nature and adventure.

Sarah shares her evolution from a shy child to a confident solo traveler, sparked by a study abroad semester in Florence that ignited a lifelong focus on new experiences and exploration, and a commitment to blend hard work with meaningful adventure.

In this episode, we highlight her solo W Trek in Chilean Patagonia’s Torres del Paine National Park, a five-day, four-night hut-to-hut hike she chose as a 25th-birthday gift to herself, and we discuss solo female travel, balancing city life with mountain time, the empowerment of traveling alone, and how she has designed a life that merges ambition with exploration.

19/09/2025

“Get up out of your easy chair, step out of your comfort zone, make a list, and live.” – Dr. Sandy Hazelip

At 80 years old, Sandy and her best friend Eleanor Hamby proved that adventure has no age limit when they traveled around the world in 80 days. Their story, now told in their new book Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas, is a testament to friendship, resilience, faith, and the courage to embrace life’s next chapter.

If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to chase your dreams, this is your reminder: the time is now. Tune in to this inspiring episode and get ready to say yes to your own adventure.

16/09/2025

‼️ New Episode Out Now ‼️

At 80 and 81, Dr. Sandy Hazelip and Eleanor Hamby—known worldwide as the Two Traveling Nanas—circled the globe in 80 days, proving that it’s never too late for the next act. 🌍

Their new book, Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas, captures their adventures from Antarctica to the Grand Canyon while delivering timeless wisdom about resilience, joy, and saying yes to life.

In this episode of Inspire Campfire, Sandy and Ellie share stories of remote villages, a fire alarm in Australia, even a Russian jailhouse—and the lessons those experiences taught them about friendship, faith, and living fearlessly. 🔥

14/09/2025

Next week, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Sandy Hazelip and Eleanor Hamby—the Two Traveling Nanas—on Inspire Campfire. At ages 80 and 81, these lifelong friends made headlines around the world by circling the globe in 80 days, showing us that it’s never too late for the next act.

What began as a lighthearted idea over coffee grew into a viral journey of resilience, faith, and adventure. Along the way, Sandy and Ellie discovered that saying “yes” leads to unforgettable stories—from desert nights under the stars to wild travel mishaps and meaningful human connections.

Their new book, Here We Go: Lessons for Living Fearlessly from Two Traveling Nanas, expands on their adventures with wisdom about aging with grace, embracing joy, and nurturing authentic friendships.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about friendship, fearless living, and the beauty of saying yes to life.

04/09/2025

“It’s all well and good, me and you chatting now about an idea, but then being at the start line on your own in a different continent with 14,000 kilometers of unknown ahead—you can’t comprehend that.” - Oliver Treviso

What does it really mean to turn a dream into reality? In this episode, Oliver Treviso shares what it felt like to stand alone at the edge of the Andes, facing both fear and excitement as he set out on a 20-month trek across South America.

Hear how that first step into the unknown led to an adventure that changed his life.

To hear more about Oliver’s journey and what it takes to find yourself on the other side of fear, make sure to listen to the full episode.

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02/09/2025

‼️New Episode out Now ‼️

This week, we’re honored to welcome Oliver Treviso, an adventurer from Swansea, Wales, whose epic 20-month trek along the Andes Mountains redefined what it means to get lost—and to find yourself. Inspired by both personal loss and the urge to discover who he truly was, Oliver set out to walk 14,000 kilometers through seven South American countries, from Argentina all the way to Venezuela’s Caribbean coast.

In this episode, Oliver shares how facing overwhelming uncertainty at the start ultimately gave way to profound growth, resilience, and gratitude. From dangerous river crossings and a life-threatening fall in Patagonia to the kindness of strangers and moments of quiet solitude, Oliver’s journey is a testament to the power of taking that first step into the unknown and the extraordinary things we discover about ourselves along the way.

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01/09/2025

Tomorrow, we’re honored to welcome Oliver Treviso from Swansea, Wales, an adventurer whose extraordinary journey embodies the transformative power of getting lost to find yourself. Facing uncertainty and conflict between who he believed himself to be and who he wanted to become, Oliver made a bold decision that would change his life forever.

Oliver takes us on his incredible 20-month trek along the entire length of the Andes Mountains—from Argentina to Venezuela’s Caribbean Sea. Covering seven countries and 14,000 kilometers on foot, he describes stepping off the plane in Argentina and feeling overwhelmed by the magnitude of what lay ahead.

In this episode, we explore Oliver’s transformation from a young man struggling with his identity to someone who found purpose through adventure. He shares harrowing stories from the trail and the unexpected kindness of strangers. Join us for a conversation about finding strength through solitude, the power of taking that first step, and discovering who you are when everything familiar is stripped away.

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29/08/2025

🌈RAINBOW MOUNTAIN - Is this for real?🌈

Vinicunca — known as Montaña de Siete Colores (“Mountain of Seven Colors”) — rises 17,060 ft (5,200 m) above sea level in the Peruvian Andes. The striking stripes come from mineral deposits revealed by time and weather, and the views are every bit as awe-inspiring as the photos suggest. 🌈⛰️

Next May, I’ll be hiking the Inca Trail, camping under the stars, exploring ancient ruins, and visiting this breathtaking mountain as part of a small group journey. It’s an adventure designed as a crucible for growth, connection, and wonder.

✨ Want to join me on this journey of a lifetime? Send me a message or visit the URL below to learn more.

https://www.inspirecampfire.com/machu-picchu-2026

26/08/2025

Experience MACHU PICCHU via the Inca Trail MAY 2026!!

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Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Rainbow Mountain & Beyond - Limited to 10 adventurers

Say YES to adventure and join me next year!

My vision board has guided my inner fire and taken me to some amazing places, both around the world and inside myself. Peru, world-wonder Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain will be the next crucible for growth. Adventuring with others fills my heart and soul. There’s nothing like the shared experience of nature, physical challenge and deep reflection for creating the most authentic heart centered bonds. I’d like to invite you to join me on this next journey!

This isn’t just a trek. It’s a 12-day expedition into the heart of the Andes, the sacred lands of the ancient Incas, and the parts of yourself that only reveal themselves in moments of awe and challenge.

Together, we’ll hike the world-renowned Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, scale Huayna Picchu, explore Rainbow Mountain, Humantay Lake, Huaypo Lake, and the Sacred Valley. We’ll sleep under the stars in sky domes, take part in a traditional Pachamama ceremony, and reflect around the campfire. And through it all, we’ll deepen not just our connection to nature, but to ourselves and each other.

Details here ➡️ https://www.inspirecampfire.com/machu-picchu-2026

Are you ready to say YES?

22/08/2025

“It was the adventure of our lifetime and I don’t know if we’ll ever be able to top it.” - Paul Martino

In this episode, Paul Martino, Maria Martino, and Maria Wurtzbacher join host Scott Wurtzbacher to share the highs, scares, and pure magic of their self-guided Tour du Mont Blanc. Think 100 miles around Mont Blanc across France, Italy, and Switzerland, 31,000 feet of climbing, balcony trails, cowbells, chapels, and the kind of teamwork that turns friends into family.

If you love stories of challenge, camaraderie, and transformation, this one’s for you. Press play and come along for the fairytale. Then share it with someone who needs a nudge to say yes to their own adventure.

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