Episode 62: Brendan Leonard on Running, Creativity, and Avoiding a Real Job

On this episode: The Far Side, browser tabs, YouTube analytics, and reluctant running. We’re talking with Brendan Leonard, illustrator, writer, film maker and ultra trail runner and creator of Semi-Rad.com.

Show Notes

• 00:35 – Introducing Brendan Leonard
• 02:55 – The story behind the birth of Semi-Rad.com
• 09:50 – Where did you get started writing?
• 14:20 – Sources of inspiration
• 20:15 – What are the things that grab your attention these days?
• 22:15 – How Brendan got into outdoor adventures
• 28:45 – Making adventure films
• 35:58 – YouTube analytics fun and “going viral”
• 42:40 – A typical week in the life of Brendan Leonard
• 45:20 – What inspired you to get into ultra running?
• 55:30 – Browser tabs throw-down
• 60:00 – Wrapping up

Mentioned in this Episode

• Find Brendan online at Semi-Rad.com
• REI Presents: How to Run 100 Miles
• Follow Brendan on Instagram @semi_rad

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Our Co-hosts

• Jason Fitzpatrick – IG: @themuirproject
• Saveria Tilden – IG: @adventuruswomen  web: AdventurUsWomen.com
• Jeff Hester – IG: @thesocalhiker  web: SoCalHiker.net

Theme song by Opus Orange. Courtesy of Emoto Music. 

The Almost There Adventure Podcast is a celebration of outdoor activities both local and epic. Discussing the big topics and talking to adventurers, artists, legends and activists within the outdoor community.