In Episode 2 of the Attempt Adventure Sri Lanka Special, Michael Desrosiers, his younger brother Kyle Desrosiers, and their mother Kim Desrosiers prepare for their upcoming Sri Lanka Adventure. In this episode, the team takes care of some important logistics, begin making a packing list, and learn and perform a Sri Lankan song as the fulfilment of a promise we made to our supporters. Make a donation If you want to support us, you can donate to our official team charity, the Save Elephant...

In Episode 1 of the Attempt Adventure Sri Lanka Special, Michael Desrosiers, his younger brother Kyle Desrosiers, and their mother Kim Desrosiers sign up for the Rickshaw Run, a wild auto rickshaw race across Sri Lanka. We know absolutely nothing about what we are getting ourselves into... In this episode, we reach out to brothers Scott and Drew Gurian for some advice and encouragement. Scott is the host of the Far From Home Podcast: Far From Home (farfromhomepodcast.org) Scott was also a...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventureIn this final episode of 2023, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers talk about their highlights of the year, their plans for the coming year, and the big stuff in store for the podcast! We've got two seasons coming up in 2024! Starting in January through around May, Season 4 will be a mini-series adventure special featuring Michael's rickshaw race for charity across Sri Lanka. He's bringing him mother and brother with him, and it's...

Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure In Season 3 Episode 18 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers are joined by Tyler Wittkofsky to talk about RV life, traveling by road across the US, food, drink, and mental health and travel. It's a packed episode with a ton of great content! Follow Tyler at: Tyler Wittkofsky | Author of Mindful Tales on Mental Health Tea With Coffee Media - Tea With Coffee Media We also discuss cookies, shady...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventureIn this special holiday episode of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers discuss some of the more interesting and extreme Christmas traditions from around the world. Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure In Season 3 Episode 16 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, Michael takes a stopover in Istanbul, joins an amazing food tour, and tours the Hagia Sofia. James shares his stories of his nearly 2-day layover in a Chinese airport. We talk about tips to survive layovers, how to get the most out of your short visits, and even how to score free hotels and tours on your stopovers. We also discuss game night, getting ready for Christmas, and the best...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure In Season 3 Episode 15, we are joined by American mountaineer, explorer, and adventurer Lucy Westlake who holds a number of adventuring world records including: at the age of 12 becoming the youngest woman ever to summit the highest points in the continental United States and at the age of 18 becoming the youngest American woman ever to summit Mount Everest!Lucy talks about her mountaineering expeditions, the ways she seeks adventure in all...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure In Season 3 Episode 14, we are joined once again by chef, adventurer, and explorer Mike Keen who has returned from his expedition to kayak the coast of Greenland for culinary and scientific research. We also talk about Thai carnivals, Geocaching, and baseball. Head on over to attemptadventure.com for show notes for the episode and more! Follow Mike and his updates on his website and social media: https://www.mikekeen.co/ Mike Keen...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure In Season 3 Episode 13 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers talk to Michael’s brother Kyle about a special method of traveling to a new place by following a list of challenges. It’s a quirky way to see somewhere new when you only have a very short time. We also talk about exploring Tokyo, Japan and the best state park system in the United States. Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes, photos from...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure In Season 3 Episode 12 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers catch up after a very busy hiatus. Michael goes glamping on the River Kwai, takes a dreary border run to Kuala Lumpur, and finally tries Cambodian cuisine in Phnom Penh. James is now settled into his new home in Longmont, Colorado, and has begun exploring his new home. We also discuss the best destinations for spending your Christmas holiday...

In this episode of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers discuss travel around the world with the purpose of engaging with religion and spirituality.We also discuss James' move back to Colorado, the Trolley Problem, and the ethics of wastewater beer.Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes, photos from the episode, and more!

Attempt Adventure Season 4: Sri Lanka Adventure Special!!! (Trailer) - YouTube Season 4 is going to be a little different!In March 2024, Michael will travel to Sri Lanka with his mother and younger brother to take part in the Rickshaw Run, an epic tuk-tuk race across the island. The adventure is meant to raise money for charity.The first £500 GPB raised will go to fund Cool Earth, an NGO fighting climate change. Everything raised in excess will go directly to the Elephant Nature Park in...

Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 10 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers discuss ethical animal adventures, traveling the world without taking an airplane, and James' most recent big move back to Colorado. Send listener mail to: [email protected]

Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more!In Season 3 Episode 9, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers seek out virtual experiences as a way to keep adventuring even when it feels like your time or resources are limited. Over the past week, both hosts engaged in two very different types of virtual experiences. Also in this episode, Michael gets COVID again, James embraces his inner nerd, and the two hosts laugh about a hilarious news headline. Send listener mail...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 8, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers review a list of travel gadgets and gear from under $50, and also discuss their own essential travel tips and hacks. They also discuss glasses, ADHD, travel as medicine, and more. Send listener mail to: [email protected]

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 7, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosier discuss the adventures that they have been on over the past few weeks. James visits Estes Park, Colorado, has some delicious Thai food, and begins scouting out his new home. Michael heads out west to Big Bend National Park where he encounters a bear. Send listener mail to: [email protected]

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 6, we talk about how to add adventure into our lives, even when we are busy or don't feel like we have the time or resources. Hosts Michael Desrosiers and James Barrett share tips and ideas of how to reframe adventure to add more of it into your busy daily schedules, and discuss some of the small microadventures they've been on. Do you have any little ways to add...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 5, we are joined by chef, kayaker, adventurer, and all around awesome dude Mike Keen who talks with us about his upcoming expedition to Greenland, his culinary and scientific research into historical foods in the Arctic region, and sustainable living, travel, and adventure.Check out Mike Keen on his website: https://www.mikekeen.co/ and be sure to follow his upcoming...

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 4, Michael travels through Dubai and gets delayed in Chicago. James meets him in central Texas for a springtime photographic microadventure, and the hosts discuss culture shock and the differences between living in Texas and Thailand. Send listener mail to: [email protected]

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 3, hosts James Barrett and Michael Desrosiers discuss the relativity of adventure and confront their own judgements and attitudes towards the spirit of adventure. Send listener mail to: [email protected]

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes and more! In Season 3 Episode 2, we are joined by podcaster and lighthouse aficionado, Xandy Schiefer. Xandy joins us to talk about visiting lighthouses, exploring your local area, and finding a passion to guide your adventures. Check out Xandy’s website: Xandy Schiefer Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet on Apple Podcasts Send listener mail to: [email protected]

Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure Visit attemptadventure.com for show notes, photos from the adventure, and more! Season 3 Episode 1 is our biggest adventure to date! In this special episode, host Michael Desrosiers joins fellow expat and content creator Karl from the YouTube Channel Karl’s Thailand (Karl's Thailand - YouTube) on a weeklong adventure in the northeast of Thailand. This episode brings us to Loei Province, Phu Kradeung National Park, and Ban Mung, and ends...

Season 3 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast is coming in March 2023! In the third season of our show, you can expect more interviews with real-life adventurers and other extraordinary people, as well as conversations and discussions about travel, adventure, and seeking out new experiences. We are planning on bringing you all sorts of new content, including special episodes where we record on location during our adventures! Subscribe to the Attempt Adventure Podcast wherever you get your...

Happy New Year!!! We'll be back in March 2023 for Season 3! Support the show! https://ko-fi.com/attemptadventure In Season 2 Episode 19 of the Attempt Adventure Podcast, we reminisce about our shenanigans with an old friend in San Francisco, retrace our steps on an early adventure to Thailand, and think ahead to the coming year. This is the season 2 finale. Season 3 will be arriving in March, and we’ve already got a lot of cool stuff planned. Stay tuned, and keep adventuring! What are your...