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I'd Rather Be

Written by: Katya Rucker
  • Summary

  • What is it about birdwatching, or long-distance running, or bonsai tree growing that is so addicting to the people who have made these hobbies a central part of their lives? I'd Rather Be is a podcast dedicated to prioritizing the things we love to do -- the things we'd rather be doing almost all the time. Each episode will show you exactly what it is about these hobbies that is so captivating, along with tips from guests about how to try them out for yourself.
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Episodes
  • I'd Rather Be DJing
    Jun 21 2022

    "Euphoric" is the word Trish Silvestri uses to describe the feeling of being completely in sync with the crowd when she's DJing. Hear the story of the first event she ever DJed, and how far she has come with this passion over the years.

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    20 mins
  • I'd Rather Be Shark Tooth Hunting
    Jun 14 2022

    "It's like panning for gold" says Audie Zimmerman, who spends long weekend days with his daughter Jen scouring Florida's Peace River for the teeth of megalodon sharks, the scales of glyptodonts, and the ear bones of whales, among other fascinating fossils.  Check out some of their finds @idratherbepodcast

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    26 mins
  • I'd Rather Be Rock Climbing
    Jun 7 2022

    Steven Dimmitt lives on the road year round, chasing the climbing weather in his van. He also produces The Nugget Climbing podcast, which is beloved in the climbing world and is considered one of the best long-form interview podcasts in the outdoor space.  In this episode of I'd Rather Be, Steven shares how he discovered his passion for climbing and some of the many lessons the sport -- and lifestyle -- have taught him over the years. 

    Check out Steven's podcast here: https://thenuggetclimbing.com/

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    Show notes and episode transcript at idratherbepodcast.com

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    52 mins

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