Episodes

Oct. 28, 2024

Nourishing Body and Soul

In this repeat episode from 2022, Sheelagh Daly, a holistic nutritionist and avid cyclist from Ontario, shares her inspiring journey of solo bike touring across Europe.
Oct. 14, 2024

National Parks Coast to Coast by Bike

Spencer McCullough, an environmental advocate from Denver, combines his passion for cycling, nature conservation, and community building by embarking on a 411-day journey to visit all national parks in the lower 48 states, a…
Sept. 30, 2024

Bicycles and Beats with 0Stella

Liz Pomeroy, known in the music world as 0Stella, has seamlessly blended her passion for music, a dedication to environmental consciousness, and the adventurous spirit of long-distance bicycle touring.
Sept. 16, 2024

40 Years on the Road

Jeff Jinnett, an avid cyclist and experienced bike tourer, shares the challenges and rewards of his cross-country adventures, highlighting the evolution of gear and the camaraderie among cyclists.
Sept. 2, 2024

Go with What You Got

Chris Clinch has embraced the simplicity of minimalism, faced life's challenges, including type 1 diabetes, with resilience, and discovered the profound hospitality of South America while advocating for sustainable travel an…
Aug. 19, 2024

Kindness Amidst the Conflict

Jerry Gore, a passionate climber and humanitarian, shares his harrowing journey cycling from London to Kyiv to raise awareness and funds for children with type 1 diabetes, shedding light on the impact of the Ukraine war whil…
Guest: Jerry Gore
Aug. 5, 2024

Slow Travel, Big Impact

Karolin Windhuber, a passionate cyclist and advocate for World Bicycle Relief, shares her transformative journey from Germany to Turkey, highlighting the profound impact of bicycles on rural mobility and the joy of slow trav…
July 22, 2024

Teamwork on Two Wheels

Ken Francis and Philip Robinson, veteran touring cyclists, share their adventures of riding roller coasters, cycling through diverse landscapes, and the camaraderie that has fueled their 25-year journey together.
July 8, 2024

Riding EuroVelo: Cycling Together with Warmshowers

Agathe Daudibon, the tourism director at the European Cyclists’ Federation, provides an insightful overview of EuroVelo routes and shares how their partnership with Warmshowers is amplifying the global cycling community.
June 10, 2024

Cycling Odyssey to the World Scout Jamboree

Florian Coupe, a passionate cyclist and adventurer, shares his remarkable journey of biking from France to Korea for the World Scout Jamboree, aiming to inspire youth through sustainable transport and the spirit of adventure.
May 27, 2024

2 Bikers ~ 2 Years ~ 2 Continents

Ville and Kristen Jokinen, a daring couple who undertook an adventurous 18,000-mile bike journey, share their tales of wildlife encounters, human kindness, and the unexpected community they found along the way.
May 13, 2024

Warm Welcomes: Building Community Through Hosting

Ken Francis and fellow Warmshowers hosts from Southern California share their enriching experiences of community building, reciprocity, connection, and the joy of hosting touring cyclists.
April 29, 2024

Pedaling the Past

Giulia Baroncini, an adventurous bike tourer and blogger, shares her inspirational 5-month cycling journey, rekindling the spirit of early bike touring pioneer Luigi Masetti and the historical footsteps she followed from Ita…
April 15, 2024

Exploring Wild: Stories of Inspiration

Alissa Bell, a passionate bike tourist and founder of Bike Sleep Bike and Exploring Wild, shares her journey from a life-changing trip in Africa to building a community project that showcases personal bike travel stories fro…
April 1, 2024

A Family Adventure of Freedom & Connection

The Bennek family has embarked on a life-changing cycle touring adventure of intentional living, slow travel, and community connections as they navigate life on the open road.
Dec. 25, 2023

Biking 4 Biodiversity

Ride along on the adventures and challenges of Hanna Ollos and Jonas Sommer as they bike their way from Germany to Southeast Asia, promoting biodiversity and nature conservation.
Dec. 11, 2023

Murdock, the Hosting Legend

Richard Martin, aka Murdock, discovered Warmshowers entirely by chance. Eight years and 200 guests later, Murdock has become a hosting legend!
Nov. 27, 2023

Flash Memoir on Wheels

Jane Hertenstein, a talented writer, and experienced cyclist, shares stories of her solo bike trips and the importance of documenting personal experiences through writing in a flash memoir style she created.
Nov. 13, 2023

The Loong Way Home

Melissa Pritchard shares her inspiring journey of cycling around the world and the transformative impact it had on her life and those she encountered along the way.
Oct. 30, 2023

Finding Harmony on the Road

Kenneth Wilson, the highway cellist, shares his extraordinary “work of art” journey touring with his cello on his bike.
Oct. 16, 2023

Chasing Answers on Two Wheels

Meet Brandon Bell, who is on a bike journey of self-discovery to find his purpose and contribute positively to the world amidst the environmental crisis.
Oct. 2, 2023

A Journey of Hope

Meet Reija Kime, a cyclist and cancer survivor who embarked on a 10-week cycle tour through Europe, sharing her inspiring journey and experiences along the way.
Sept. 18, 2023

The Open Road as Therapy

In this episode of Bike Life, host Tahverlee chats with Ken Francis to discuss the transformative power of cycling, mental health, and the importance of connecting with others through platforms like Warmshowers.
Sept. 4, 2023

Navigating Teaching, Touring, and Music

Carolyn Stallard, a professor at Brooklyn College and a freelance musician, has found a unique way to combine the freedom of remote teaching, a love of music, a desire to give back, and the joy of bicycle touring.