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Episode 120: Robert Le Brun - RD for The Ratel: South Africa's Newest Honey Badger Of An Adventure Race
TDZ is thrilled to welcome race director Robert Le Brun to the show to talk about The Ratel — South Africa's newest and most exciting adventure race! This epic 450 km challenge will unfold in the breathtaking Richtersveld, known as Africa’s “holy grail” of adventure.At TDZ, we love shining a spotlight on new races, and The Ratel promises to deliver big on challenge, strategy, and adventure. Robert is not only leading the charge as an RD — he’s a fierce racer himself — and we can't wait to dive into what makes The Ratel such a standout event.Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Show notes:The Ratel - https://arworldseries.com/races/die-ratel-expedition-2025-south-africaThe Dark Zone Episode 52 - David Webster of Team ACDC - https://ardarkzone.com/2022/11/25/dark-zone-52-david-webster-of-team-acdc-ar-the-biggest-first-race-leap-ever/Sponsor Links:https://www.ascendathletics.org/www.wildernesstraverse.com
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Episode 119: Kim Beckinsale - Champion Adventure Racer, Referee and RD for the Amazons Australia Stage Race
TDZ is pleased to welcome back Kim Beckinsale to discuss her experience as a racer, referee, and race director for the Amazons Australia Stage Race. Kim’s long history in multisport, combined with her perspective as both a champion racer and a race official, gives TDZ listeners a valuable look into the world of adventure racing. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Show notes:The Amazons Australia - https://outdoorsqueensland.com.au/whats-on/the-amazons-australia/TDZ Episode 91 - Team Mountain Designs Wild Women - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dark-zone-an-adventure-racing-podcast/id1578529221?i=1000647735469TDZ Episode 99 - Nathalie Long and Raid the Rockies Stage Race - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dark-zone-an-adventure-racing-podcast/id1578529221?i=1000662616424Sponsor Links:https://www.ascendathletics.org/www.wildernesstraverse.com
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Episode 118: Harald Zundel - Adventure Racer, Ultrarunner, and Former Navy Seal: A Listener-Recommended Guest!
Thanks to a listener recommendation, TDZ is excited to welcome Adventure Racer, Ultrarunner, and Former Navy Seal Harald Zundel. With nearly 30 years of ultrarunning and adventure racing under his belt, Harald brings tons of stories, wisdom, and that signature adventure racer attitude. Oh, and if you're into jungle leg parasites, you’ve come to the right podcast!Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Show notes:World Peace Games 1998 - https://gulfnews.com/today-history/today-in-history-march-191998--world-peace-games-open-in-dubai-1.2190231WPG Information - https://www.alshindagah.com/march98/desert.htmSponsor Links:https://www.ascendathletics.org/www.wildernesstraverse.com
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Episode 117: The Upcoming Soar + Women Adventure Racing Retreat with Karyn DuLaney, Britt Mason, and Jen Tillman
TDZ is happy to spotlight the upcoming SOAR Women + Adventure Racing Retreat coming this March 2025. Karyn DuLaney, Britt Mason, and Jen Tillman join the show to discuss SOAR (Stretching Ourselves in Adventures and Racing), the Women of AR Team, and the immersive retreat filled with workshops, clinics, and community, plus an orienteering meet to finish off the weekend. We also sneak in some discussion about the Women of AR's commanding performance at this year's USARA National Championship Race. Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Show notes:Retreat Website - https://www.jentillhuman.com/soar?Sponsor Links:https://www.ascendathletics.org/www.wildernesstraverse.com
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Episode 116: First Look At The 2025 USARA National Championship Race Coming to Bentonville, Arkansas This September
The calendar may say February, but on today's episode, it's September 2025, and the USARA National Championships is right around the corner. Thank you to USARA Executive Director Michael Garrison, Nationals Coordinator Stephanie Ross, and Ozark Foundation Director of Operations Brannon Pack for joining TDZ to offer an early peek into the 2025 USARA National Championships. Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Show notes:USARA Nationals website - https://www.usara.com/2025-national-championshipsOzark Foundation - https://ozarkfoundation.org/Visit Bentonville - https://www.visitbentonville.com/Enabled Tracking - https://www.adventureenablers.com/Ted King and Bentonville - https://www.instagram.com/iamtedking/p/DBUpjhfuiu8/?img_index=1Sponsor Links:https://www.ascendathletics.org/www.wildernesstraverse.com
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