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A podcast about how to live more adventurously wherever you are. Host Nicki Bass - a psychologist and Army veteran - speaks to a range of guests who have found ways to weave adventure into their lives. She delves into the psychology behind adventure including building resilience, connecting with others and gaining perspective. A key theme of the podcast is on increasing visibility and accessibility in outdoor spaces. everydayadventurepod.substack.com Language: en Genres: Science, Social Sciences, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S8 Ep 10 - Marina LeGree, Founder of Ascend
Episode 10
Wednesday, 27 May, 2026
The Everyday Adventure Podcast – Season 8, Episode 10Marina LeGree: Empowerment and AdventureIn the final episode of Season 8, Nicki Bass speaks with Marina LeGree — founder and executive director of Ascend Athletics — about using adventure, movement and community to create spaces for women and girls in Afghanistan and Pakistan.What began as an idea rooted in the mountains of Afghanistan grew into a organisation combining outdoor adventure, leadership development, mental wellbeing support and civic engagement. Marina shares how Ascend evolved from mountaineering expeditions and rock climbing programmes into a broader movement focused on confidence, resilience and access for women, even in the most testing contexts and environments.Together, Nicki and Marina explore:The transformative power of outdoor adventure and movementWhy “just starting” matters more than perfectionLeadership, confidence and learning through discomfortHow women support and uplift one another in challenging environmentsAdapting purpose when circumstances radically changeHope, resilience and continuing forward in uncertain timesThe role of community, courage and everyday actionThis conversation is deeply honest, inspiring and timely — especially for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, uncertain about taking the next step, or searching for ways to create meaningful impact.About Marina & Ascend:Ascend Athletics co-creates and delivers holistic development programmes rooted in:Adventure sportMental health and wellbeingLeadership developmentCivic engagementEntrepreneurship trainingAscend works primarily with women and girls in Afghanistan and Pakistan, creating opportunities for confidence-building, community connection and personal growth through both outdoor and indoor programming.Follow Ascend:Instagram – @ascendathleticsngoLinkedInFacebookKey Themes & Takeaways“Just start.”Marina reflects on the importance of taking action before everything feels perfectly planned:“Something has to be started… if you are paralysed at the start point, you’re missing everything.”Confidence grows through experienceFrom trekking and rock climbing to leadership and entrepreneurship, Ascend’s work centres around helping women trust themselves and navigate uncertainty.Access mattersWhether it’s access to mountains, movement, community, mental health support or opportunity, the episode explores how powerful it can be simply to create space.Hope is built through peopleDespite global uncertainty and immense challenges, Marina shares why seeing the impact on individual lives continues to fuel her work:“If there’s a human being benefiting from what you’re doing, it’s worth doing.”Follow the podcast and Nicki’s work:Everyday Adventure Podcast InstagramResilience at WorkNicki Bass on LinkedInIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it, leaving a review, or sending it to someone who might need a reminder that even in difficult times, hope, courage and adventure still matter. Get full access to The Everyday Adventure Podcast at everydayadventurepod.substack.com/subscribe
