The Team Ignition Show en © Team Ignition The Team Ignition Show returns, featuring host Selema Masekela. Discover the world’s most exceptional risk takers, explore their mindset, and uncover the peaks and pitfalls of life on the edge. Subscribe now to catch every episode! https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/bba4fa56-db76-11f0-a368-e320016c1a69/image/170241737c20dc465b86f0a96bf6a58c.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Team Ignition Show no episodic Team Ignition & Platform Media The Team Ignition Show returns, featuring host Selema Masekela. Discover the world’s most exceptional risk takers, explore their mindset, and uncover the peaks and pitfalls of life on the edge. Subscribe now to catch every episode! The Team Ignition Show returns, featuring host Selema Masekela. Discover the world’s most exceptional risk takers, explore their mindset, and uncover the peaks and pitfalls of life on the edge. Subscribe now to catch every episode!



]]> Team Ignition & Platform Media matt.sayward@platformmedia.uk Kyle Strait: The Youngest Ever to Win Rampage Selema Masekela drops into the world of freeride mountain biking with two-time Red Bull Rampage champion Kyle Strait, the youngest rider ever to compete and win at one of the most dangerous mountain bike events on earth. Kyle breaks down what freeride mountain biking actually means, how competing at 14 in the wild west of an entirely new sport shaped his entire career, and the grueling mental and physical reality of breaking his back three times and coming back every time. He also shares how he is now building the next chapter of his life at Straight Acres, his 11-acre riding ranch in Alpine, San Diego, where he mentors the next generation of riders. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela drops into the world of freeride mountain biking with two-time Red Bull Rampage champion Kyle Strait, the youngest rider ever to compete and win at one of the most dangerous mountain bike events on earth. Kyle breaks down what freeride mountain biking actually means, how competing at 14 in the wild west of an entirely new sport shaped his entire career, and the grueling mental and physical reality of breaking his back three times and coming back every time. He also shares how he is now building the next chapter of his life at Straight Acres, his 11-acre riding ranch in Alpine, San Diego, where he mentors the next generation of riders. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela drops into the world of freeride mountain biking with two-time Red Bull Rampage champion Kyle Strait, the youngest rider ever to compete and win at one of the most dangerous mountain bike events on earth.


Kyle breaks down what freeride mountain biking actually means, how competing at 14 in the wild west of an entirely new sport shaped his entire career, and the grueling mental and physical reality of breaking his back three times and coming back every time. He also shares how he is now building the next chapter of his life at Straight Acres, his 11-acre riding ranch in Alpine, San Diego, where he mentors the next generation of riders.


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]]> 2858 Jorden Halvorsen: The Toughest Woman in Rodeo? Selema Masekela saddles up for for a conversation with Jorden Halvorsen - women’s world champion bull rider, Netflix star, and the trailblazer building a new future for women in rodeo. Jorden breaks down what it actually takes to stay on top of a 2,000 pound animal for 8 seconds, the childhood decision to ditch figure skating and horses for bulls, the the jaw-dropping injury list she has collected along the way, and the near-death moment in 2020 when a single misstep from a 2,000 pound bull left her on an operating table with surgeons fighting to save her life. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for new episodes of Season 2 of the Team Ignition Show. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 25 May 2026 21:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela saddles up for for a conversation with Jorden Halvorsen - women’s world champion bull rider, Netflix star, and the trailblazer building a new future for women in rodeo. Jorden breaks down what it actually takes to stay on top of a 2,000 pound animal for 8 seconds, the childhood decision to ditch figure skating and horses for bulls, the the jaw-dropping injury list she has collected along the way, and the near-death moment in 2020 when a single misstep from a 2,000 pound bull left her on an operating table with surgeons fighting to save her life. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for new episodes of Season 2 of the Team Ignition Show. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela saddles up for for a conversation with Jorden Halvorsen - women’s world champion bull rider, Netflix star, and the trailblazer building a new future for women in rodeo.


Jorden breaks down what it actually takes to stay on top of a 2,000 pound animal for 8 seconds, the childhood decision to ditch figure skating and horses for bulls, the the jaw-dropping injury list she has collected along the way, and the near-death moment in 2020 when a single misstep from a 2,000 pound bull left her on an operating table with surgeons fighting to save her life.


Subscribe to our YouTube channel for new episodes of Season 2 of the Team Ignition Show.


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]]> 2608 Kron Gracie: Inside the Family That Invented BJJ Selema Masekela steps onto the mat with Kron Gracie - UFC fighter, 2013 ADCC world champion, and son of the legendary Rickson Gracie from the family that invented Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Kron breaks down what it truly means to carry one of the most powerful names in combat sports, the hidden tensions inside the Gracie family tree, how training with Nick and Nate Diaz helped him carve out his own identity as a fighter, and the mindset shift that separates fighters who compete from those who truly go to war. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial 00:00 - Intro01:22 - Meet Kron Gracie03:04 - Combat as a Sport07:58 - Gracie Family Origins15:36 - The Start of the UFC21:53 - Learning to Fight28:57 - Road to ADCC35:34 - Dad in the Corner40:45 - Fight Night Mindset46:49 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 11 May 2026 21:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela steps onto the mat with Kron Gracie - UFC fighter, 2013 ADCC world champion, and son of the legendary Rickson Gracie from the family that invented Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Kron breaks down what it truly means to carry one of the most powerful names in combat sports, the hidden tensions inside the Gracie family tree, how training with Nick and Nate Diaz helped him carve out his own identity as a fighter, and the mindset shift that separates fighters who compete from those who truly go to war. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial 00:00 - Intro01:22 - Meet Kron Gracie03:04 - Combat as a Sport07:58 - Gracie Family Origins15:36 - The Start of the UFC21:53 - Learning to Fight28:57 - Road to ADCC35:34 - Dad in the Corner40:45 - Fight Night Mindset46:49 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela steps onto the mat with Kron Gracie - UFC fighter, 2013 ADCC world champion, and son of the legendary Rickson Gracie from the family that invented Brazilian jiu-jitsu.


Kron breaks down what it truly means to carry one of the most powerful names in combat sports, the hidden tensions inside the Gracie family tree, how training with Nick and Nate Diaz helped him carve out his own identity as a fighter, and the mindset shift that separates fighters who compete from those who truly go to war.


Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more:


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00:00 - Intro
01:22 - Meet Kron Gracie
03:04 - Combat as a Sport
07:58 - Gracie Family Origins
15:36 - The Start of the UFC
21:53 - Learning to Fight
28:57 - Road to ADCC
35:34 - Dad in the Corner
40:45 - Fight Night Mindset
46:49 - Outro

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]]> 2845 yes Richard Browning: The Real Life Iron Man Selema Masekela takes to the skies with British inventor Richard Browning - CEO of Gravity Industries and the man who turned one of science fiction’s most iconic fantasies into a working reality.Richard breaks down what it actually felt like the first time he strapped a jet engine to his arm in a country lane, why it was so important to build a successful engineering business to support his idea, and how a scrappy Jet Suit demo in a parking lot led to a $650,000 term sheet scribbled on a $100 bill by one of Silicon Valley’s most legendary investors. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela takes to the skies with British inventor Richard Browning - CEO of Gravity Industries and the man who turned one of science fiction’s most iconic fantasies into a working reality.Richard breaks down what it actually felt like the first time he strapped a jet engine to his arm in a country lane, why it was so important to build a successful engineering business to support his idea, and how a scrappy Jet Suit demo in a parking lot led to a $650,000 term sheet scribbled on a $100 bill by one of Silicon Valley’s most legendary investors. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela takes to the skies with British inventor Richard Browning - CEO of Gravity Industries and the man who turned one of science fiction’s most iconic fantasies into a working reality.
Richard breaks down what it actually felt like the first time he strapped a jet engine to his arm in a country lane, why it was so important to build a successful engineering business to support his idea, and how a scrappy Jet Suit demo in a parking lot led to a $650,000 term sheet scribbled on a $100 bill by one of Silicon Valley’s most legendary investors.


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]]> 3238 yes Kim Hughes: The Most Dangerous Job on Earth? Selema Masekela steps into the blast radius with British bomb disposal expert Kim Hughes - a former Sergeant and recipient of the George Cross medal, one of the UK’s highest honors, for what was described as the greatest single act of bomb disposal in Afghanistan. Kim breaks down what it truly means to choose to put your life on the line to save others, the dangerous God complex he developed, and the all-consuming buzz of walking down a road toward something that could erase you in a second. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial 00:00 Intro 01:28 Meet Kim Hughes 04:09 An Accidental Career Path 10:13 Reading a Bomb Scene 17:48 What Scares a Bomb Tech 20:01 Developing a God Complex 22:12 The Buzz of the Job 24:54 The Cost of War 28:31 Processing Trauma 31:45 Receiving the George Cross 38:16 Life After Service 45:08 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela steps into the blast radius with British bomb disposal expert Kim Hughes - a former Sergeant and recipient of the George Cross medal, one of the UK’s highest honors, for what was described as the greatest single act of bomb disposal in Afghanistan. Kim breaks down what it truly means to choose to put your life on the line to save others, the dangerous God complex he developed, and the all-consuming buzz of walking down a road toward something that could erase you in a second. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial 00:00 Intro 01:28 Meet Kim Hughes 04:09 An Accidental Career Path 10:13 Reading a Bomb Scene 17:48 What Scares a Bomb Tech 20:01 Developing a God Complex 22:12 The Buzz of the Job 24:54 The Cost of War 28:31 Processing Trauma 31:45 Receiving the George Cross 38:16 Life After Service 45:08 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela steps into the blast radius with British bomb disposal expert Kim Hughes - a former Sergeant and recipient of the George Cross medal, one of the UK’s highest honors, for what was described as the greatest single act of bomb disposal in Afghanistan.


Kim breaks down what it truly means to choose to put your life on the line to save others, the dangerous God complex he developed, and the all-consuming buzz of walking down a road toward something that could erase you in a second.


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00:00 Intro

01:28 Meet Kim Hughes

04:09 An Accidental Career Path

10:13 Reading a Bomb Scene

17:48 What Scares a Bomb Tech

20:01 Developing a God Complex

22:12 The Buzz of the Job

24:54 The Cost of War

28:31 Processing Trauma

31:45 Receiving the George Cross

38:16 Life After Service

45:08 Outro

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]]> 2815 yes Christine GZ: Why I Refused to Give Up on Racing Selema Masekela straps in for a wild ride with Italian-Spanish off-road racer Christine GZ, a self-made driver who built her first rally car from scrap metal at 17 and hustled her way from small island life to the Dakar Rally. Christine reveals how jumping in front of a stranger’s rally car set her life on a completely different course, the grind of building a race car with no money and no team, what it’s like to race 1,000 miles through Baja’s relentless terrain, and the career-threatening Extreme E crash that forced her to rebuild from the inside out. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial 00:00 Intro 01:23 Meet Christine GZ 03:12 Rally vs Off-Road Racing 04:40 Falling in Love With a 1989 Corolla 12:31 Building a Race Car From Scratch 15:25 First Sponsors 17:50 Faking It as a Tow Truck Driver 21:13 Going to University 29:56 Creating the First All-Female Rally Team 34:52 40 Cold Emails a Day 38:57 Surviving the Baja 1000 43:10 Extreme E Crash & Losing Her Team 52:11 Mayhem at Dakar 59:09 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela straps in for a wild ride with Italian-Spanish off-road racer Christine GZ, a self-made driver who built her first rally car from scrap metal at 17 and hustled her way from small island life to the Dakar Rally. Christine reveals how jumping in front of a stranger’s rally car set her life on a completely different course, the grind of building a race car with no money and no team, what it’s like to race 1,000 miles through Baja’s relentless terrain, and the career-threatening Extreme E crash that forced her to rebuild from the inside out. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: https://www.teamignition.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teamignitionofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamignitionofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamIgnitionOfficial X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial 00:00 Intro 01:23 Meet Christine GZ 03:12 Rally vs Off-Road Racing 04:40 Falling in Love With a 1989 Corolla 12:31 Building a Race Car From Scratch 15:25 First Sponsors 17:50 Faking It as a Tow Truck Driver 21:13 Going to University 29:56 Creating the First All-Female Rally Team 34:52 40 Cold Emails a Day 38:57 Surviving the Baja 1000 43:10 Extreme E Crash & Losing Her Team 52:11 Mayhem at Dakar 59:09 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela straps in for a wild ride with Italian-Spanish off-road racer Christine GZ, a self-made driver who built her first rally car from scrap metal at 17 and hustled her way from small island life to the Dakar Rally.


Christine reveals how jumping in front of a stranger’s rally car set her life on a completely different course, the grind of building a race car with no money and no team, what it’s like to race 1,000 miles through Baja’s relentless terrain, and the career-threatening Extreme E crash that forced her to rebuild from the inside out.


Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more:


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00:00 Intro

01:23 Meet Christine GZ

03:12 Rally vs Off-Road Racing

04:40 Falling in Love With a 1989 Corolla

12:31 Building a Race Car From Scratch

15:25 First Sponsors

17:50 Faking It as a Tow Truck Driver

21:13 Going to University

29:56 Creating the First All-Female Rally Team

34:52 40 Cold Emails a Day

38:57 Surviving the Baja 1000

43:10 Extreme E Crash & Losing Her Team

52:11 Mayhem at Dakar

59:09 Outro

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]]> 3582 yes Fay Manners: I Quit My Job to Conquer Mountains Selema Masekela ventures deep into the world of alpinism with British climber Fay Manners, a former data scientist who walked away from corporate life to chase some of the world’s most dangerous mountains. Fay shares how a chance visit to a climbing gym sparked a complete life transformation, her unlikely journey from office worker in London and New York to discovering new climbing and ski routes in the Alps and beyond, the mindset needed to conquer vertical terrain, and the Himalayan ascent that went dangerously wrong at 20,000 feet. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 02:16 Meet Fay Manners 03:07 Why Climb Mountains? 06:47 From Data Scientist to Alpinist 10:14 Discovering Climbing & Community 13:59 Moving to Chamonix 18:19 Training During the COVID Lockdown 22:36 Becoming a Professional Athlete 25:43 Opening New Routes 38:24 Disaster in India: Stranded at 20,000 Feet 47:14 Coping with Tragedy in the Mountains 50:28 Women in Alpinism 52:20 Fay’s Ultimate Legacy 54:46 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela ventures deep into the world of alpinism with British climber Fay Manners, a former data scientist who walked away from corporate life to chase some of the world’s most dangerous mountains. Fay shares how a chance visit to a climbing gym sparked a complete life transformation, her unlikely journey from office worker in London and New York to discovering new climbing and ski routes in the Alps and beyond, the mindset needed to conquer vertical terrain, and the Himalayan ascent that went dangerously wrong at 20,000 feet. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠⁠ 00:00 Intro 02:16 Meet Fay Manners 03:07 Why Climb Mountains? 06:47 From Data Scientist to Alpinist 10:14 Discovering Climbing & Community 13:59 Moving to Chamonix 18:19 Training During the COVID Lockdown 22:36 Becoming a Professional Athlete 25:43 Opening New Routes 38:24 Disaster in India: Stranded at 20,000 Feet 47:14 Coping with Tragedy in the Mountains 50:28 Women in Alpinism 52:20 Fay’s Ultimate Legacy 54:46 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela ventures deep into the world of alpinism with British climber Fay Manners, a former data scientist who walked away from corporate life to chase some of the world’s most dangerous mountains.

Fay shares how a chance visit to a climbing gym sparked a complete life transformation, her unlikely journey from office worker in London and New York to discovering new climbing and ski routes in the Alps and beyond, the mindset needed to conquer vertical terrain, and the Himalayan ascent that went dangerously wrong at 20,000 feet.


Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more:

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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00:00 Intro

02:16 Meet Fay Manners

03:07 Why Climb Mountains?

06:47 From Data Scientist to Alpinist

10:14 Discovering Climbing & Community

13:59 Moving to Chamonix

18:19 Training During the COVID Lockdown

22:36 Becoming a Professional Athlete

25:43 Opening New Routes

38:24 Disaster in India: Stranded at 20,000 Feet

47:14 Coping with Tragedy in the Mountains

50:28 Women in Alpinism

52:20 Fay’s Ultimate Legacy

54:46 Outro

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]]> 3322 Trent 'Maxi' Maxwell: The Mindset of a First Responder Selema Masekela enters the frontline with Australian lifeguard and firefighter Trent ‘Maxi’ Maxwell - star of Bondi Rescue and formerly Australia’s youngest lifeguard at 16 years old. Maxi breaks down what it actually means to run toward danger, from pulling people out of rip currents and responding to fatal house fires, to seeing people on their worst days. He shares the mindset behind facing trauma daily, how he stays calm when surrounded by chaos, and why he pursued firefighting over fame. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela enters the frontline with Australian lifeguard and firefighter Trent ‘Maxi’ Maxwell - star of Bondi Rescue and formerly Australia’s youngest lifeguard at 16 years old. Maxi breaks down what it actually means to run toward danger, from pulling people out of rip currents and responding to fatal house fires, to seeing people on their worst days. He shares the mindset behind facing trauma daily, how he stays calm when surrounded by chaos, and why he pursued firefighting over fame. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela enters the frontline with Australian lifeguard and firefighter Trent ‘Maxi’ Maxwell - star of Bondi Rescue and formerly Australia’s youngest lifeguard at 16 years old.


Maxi breaks down what it actually means to run toward danger, from pulling people out of rip currents and responding to fatal house fires, to seeing people on their worst days. He shares the mindset behind facing trauma daily, how he stays calm when surrounded by chaos, and why he pursued firefighting over fame.


Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more:

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]]> 2702 Pawson Twins: The Truth Behind “Crazy” Parkour Jumps Selema Masekela drops into the world of elite parkour with Australian twins Brodie and Dylan Pawson, two of the most viewed and respected athletes in the scene, to explore a discipline often misunderstood as pure risk. The Parkour Twins break down how they see cities through “parkour eyes”, how thousands of hours of training lead to moments that look impossible, and the mental calculations behind every viral clip. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela drops into the world of elite parkour with Australian twins Brodie and Dylan Pawson, two of the most viewed and respected athletes in the scene, to explore a discipline often misunderstood as pure risk. The Parkour Twins break down how they see cities through “parkour eyes”, how thousands of hours of training lead to moments that look impossible, and the mental calculations behind every viral clip. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela drops into the world of elite parkour with Australian twins Brodie and Dylan Pawson, two of the most viewed and respected athletes in the scene, to explore a discipline often misunderstood as pure risk.


The Parkour Twins break down how they see cities through “parkour eyes”, how thousands of hours of training lead to moments that look impossible, and the mental calculations behind every viral clip.


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]]> 2636 yes Emma McDonald: How I Smashed Aviation’s Boys Club Selema Masekela propels into the dizzying world of high-speed air racing with Air Race X pilot and aerobatic phenomenon, Emma McDonald. Emma breaks down her incredible career pivot from pole fitness champion to elite world-class pilot, the legacy of her flying family, and the terrifying moment she hit an eagle while flying upside down at 200mph. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠ TikTok: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠ Facebook: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠ 00:00 - Introduction 03:16 Capabilities of a Race Plane 05:10 The 8G Experience 09:34 Gymnastics & Pole Fitness Origins 14:25 Breaking Barriers as a Diesel Mechanic 21:45 Old Station Air Show 23:50 Family Legacy & The Reality of Tragedy 33:50 Selling It All for a Dream 40:17 A Father’s Perspective 42:43 Pre-Flight Rituals & Visualization 44:20 The Bird Strike Incident 50:07 The Meaning of "Beyond Gravity" 51:52 Empowering Women in Aviation 52:41 Legacy 53:40 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 19 Jan 2026 22:00:00 -0000 full 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela propels into the dizzying world of high-speed air racing with Air Race X pilot and aerobatic phenomenon, Emma McDonald. Emma breaks down her incredible career pivot from pole fitness champion to elite world-class pilot, the legacy of her flying family, and the terrifying moment she hit an eagle while flying upside down at 200mph. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more: Website: ⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠ TikTok: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠ Instagram: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠ Facebook: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial⁠ 00:00 - Introduction 03:16 Capabilities of a Race Plane 05:10 The 8G Experience 09:34 Gymnastics & Pole Fitness Origins 14:25 Breaking Barriers as a Diesel Mechanic 21:45 Old Station Air Show 23:50 Family Legacy & The Reality of Tragedy 33:50 Selling It All for a Dream 40:17 A Father’s Perspective 42:43 Pre-Flight Rituals & Visualization 44:20 The Bird Strike Incident 50:07 The Meaning of "Beyond Gravity" 51:52 Empowering Women in Aviation 52:41 Legacy 53:40 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela propels into the dizzying world of high-speed air racing with Air Race X pilot and aerobatic phenomenon, Emma McDonald. Emma breaks down her incredible career pivot from pole fitness champion to elite world-class pilot, the legacy of her flying family, and the terrifying moment she hit an eagle while flying upside down at 200mph. Check out Team Ignition on Social for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights, and more:

Website: ⁠https://www.teamignition.net⁠

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Instagram: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠

Facebook: ⁠  / teamignitionofficial  ⁠

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00:00 - Introduction

03:16 Capabilities of a Race Plane

05:10 The 8G Experience

09:34 Gymnastics & Pole Fitness Origins

14:25 Breaking Barriers as a Diesel Mechanic

21:45 Old Station Air Show

23:50 Family Legacy & The Reality of Tragedy

33:50 Selling It All for a Dream

40:17 A Father’s Perspective

42:43 Pre-Flight Rituals & Visualization

44:20 The Bird Strike Incident

50:07 The Meaning of "Beyond Gravity"

51:52 Empowering Women in Aviation

52:41 Legacy

53:40 Outro

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]]> 3299 Jarryd McNeil: FMX Is The Most Brutal Sport On Earth Selema Masekela steps inside the world of Freestyle Motocross (FMX) with Australian Nitro Circus star and X Games medallist, Jarryd McNeil. Jarryd breaks down why riding FMX is insane, the injuries that come with it, and how his signature Whip turned going sideways into one of the most crowd-pleasing tricks in action sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:30:00 -0000 full Team Ignition & Platform Media Selema Masekela steps inside the world of Freestyle Motocross (FMX) with Australian Nitro Circus star and X Games medallist, Jarryd McNeil. Jarryd breaks down why riding FMX is insane, the injuries that come with it, and how his signature Whip turned going sideways into one of the most crowd-pleasing tricks in action sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Selema Masekela steps inside the world of Freestyle Motocross (FMX) with Australian Nitro Circus star and X Games medallist, Jarryd McNeil. Jarryd breaks down why riding FMX is insane, the injuries that come with it, and how his signature Whip turned going sideways into one of the most crowd-pleasing tricks in action sports.

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]]> 3096 RISK: Bullets, Arrests and Aerosmith https://share.transistor.fm/s/2458ee1f Episode 10 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni and graffiti legend RISK dive deep into his incredible journey during an intimate podcast session. From dodging life-threatening situations—including being shot at—to getting arrested for his art, RISK opens up about the real-life stakes of pursuing his passion in the gritty world of graffiti. He also shares one of his most surreal moments: being contacted by Aerosmith to create art for their tour announcement. Through these stories, RISK offers an unfiltered look at the challenges, triumphs, and sheer determination it takes to carveout a legacy in street art. Don’t miss this raw and captivating conversation as RISK reveals the risks behind the art and what it takes to turn rebellion into recognition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0000 RISK: Bullets, Arrests and Aerosmith full 10 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>Episode 10 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni and graffiti legend RISK dive deep into his incredible journey during an intimate podcast session. From dodging life-threatening situations—including being shot at—to getting arrested for his art, RISK opens up about the real-life stakes of pursuing his passion in the gritty world of graffiti. He also shares one of his most surreal moments: being contacted by Aerosmith to create art for their tour announcement. Through these stories, RISK offers an unfiltered look at the challenges, triumphs, and sheer determination it takes to carveout a legacy in street art. Don’t miss this raw and captivating conversation as RISK reveals the risks behind the art and what it takes to turn rebellion into recognition.</p> Episode 10 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni and graffiti legend RISK dive deep into his incredible journey during an intimate podcast session. From dodging life-threatening situations—including being shot at—to getting arrested for his art, RISK opens up about the real-life stakes of pursuing his passion in the gritty world of graffiti. He also shares one of his most surreal moments: being contacted by Aerosmith to create art for their tour announcement. Through these stories, RISK offers an unfiltered look at the challenges, triumphs, and sheer determination it takes to carveout a legacy in street art. Don’t miss this raw and captivating conversation as RISK reveals the risks behind the art and what it takes to turn rebellion into recognition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Episode 10 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni and graffiti legend RISK dive deep into his incredible journey during an intimate podcast session. From dodging life-threatening situations—including being shot at—to getting arrested for his art, RISK opens up about the real-life stakes of pursuing his passion in the gritty world of graffiti. He also shares one of his most surreal moments: being contacted by Aerosmith to create art for their tour announcement. Through these stories, RISK offers an unfiltered look at the challenges, triumphs, and sheer determination it takes to carveout a legacy in street art. Don’t miss this raw and captivating conversation as RISK reveals the risks behind the art and what it takes to turn rebellion into recognition.

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]]> 2738 no Dan Cates: A Story of Risk and Reward https://share.transistor.fm/s/123c746f Episode 9 of The Team Ignition Show, poker legend Dan "Jungleman"Cates sits down with Leticia Bufoni for an unfiltered conversation about the highs and lows of life as a professional poker player. Dan shares jaw-dropping stories,including the time he lost a staggering one million dollars in a single day, offering a raw glimpse into the risks and rewards of high-stakes poker. From his early days discovering poker as a teenager to becoming one of the most feared players in the world, Dan opens up about the challenges, discipline, and resilience required to succeed in such a volatile field. He also dives into the mental and emotional toll of playing at the highest levels, revealing how he’s managed to thrive during the extreme ups and downs. Don’t miss this candid discussion where Dan shares valuable lessons about risk-taking, perseverance, and finding balance in a world defined by uncertainty.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 26 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0000 Dan Cates: A Story of Risk and Reward full 9 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>Episode 9 of The Team Ignition Show, poker legend Dan "Jungleman"Cates sits down with Leticia Bufoni for an unfiltered conversation about the highs and lows of life as a professional poker player. Dan shares jaw-dropping stories,including the time he lost a staggering one million dollars in a single day, offering a raw glimpse into the risks and rewards of high-stakes poker. From his early days discovering poker as a teenager to becoming one of the most feared players in the world, Dan opens up about the challenges, discipline, and resilience required to succeed in such a volatile field. He also dives into the mental and emotional toll of playing at the highest levels, revealing how he’s managed to thrive during the extreme ups and downs. Don’t miss this candid discussion where Dan shares valuable lessons about risk-taking, perseverance, and finding balance in a world defined by uncertainty. </p> Episode 9 of The Team Ignition Show, poker legend Dan "Jungleman"Cates sits down with Leticia Bufoni for an unfiltered conversation about the highs and lows of life as a professional poker player. Dan shares jaw-dropping stories,including the time he lost a staggering one million dollars in a single day, offering a raw glimpse into the risks and rewards of high-stakes poker. From his early days discovering poker as a teenager to becoming one of the most feared players in the world, Dan opens up about the challenges, discipline, and resilience required to succeed in such a volatile field. He also dives into the mental and emotional toll of playing at the highest levels, revealing how he’s managed to thrive during the extreme ups and downs. Don’t miss this candid discussion where Dan shares valuable lessons about risk-taking, perseverance, and finding balance in a world defined by uncertainty.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Episode 9 of The Team Ignition Show, poker legend Dan "Jungleman"Cates sits down with Leticia Bufoni for an unfiltered conversation about the highs and lows of life as a professional poker player. Dan shares jaw-dropping stories,including the time he lost a staggering one million dollars in a single day, offering a raw glimpse into the risks and rewards of high-stakes poker. From his early days discovering poker as a teenager to becoming one of the most feared players in the world, Dan opens up about the challenges, discipline, and resilience required to succeed in such a volatile field. He also dives into the mental and emotional toll of playing at the highest levels, revealing how he’s managed to thrive during the extreme ups and downs. Don’t miss this candid discussion where Dan shares valuable lessons about risk-taking, perseverance, and finding balance in a world defined by uncertainty. 

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]]> 2055 no Amanda Sorensen: Revealing the Secrets of Drifting https://share.transistor.fm/s/31c505b5 In Episode 8 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni takes a closer look at the exhilarating world of motorsport alongside Amanda Sorensen, a professional race car driver known for her expertise in drifting.Amanda opens up about her journey, highlighting what makes drifting unique among racing disciplines. She delves into the adaptability required on the track and the valuable life lessons she’s gained through her career in motorsport.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about the fearless mindset needed to thrive in high-adrenaline racing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0000 Amanda Sorensen: Revealing the Secrets of Drifting full 8 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>In Episode 8 of <em>The Team Ignition Show</em>, Leticia Bufoni takes a closer look at the exhilarating world of motorsport alongside Amanda Sorensen, a professional race car driver known for her expertise in drifting.<br>Amanda opens up about her journey, highlighting what makes drifting unique among racing disciplines. She delves into the adaptability required on the track and the valuable life lessons she’s gained through her career in motorsport.<br>Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about the fearless mindset needed to thrive in high-adrenaline racing!</p> In Episode 8 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni takes a closer look at the exhilarating world of motorsport alongside Amanda Sorensen, a professional race car driver known for her expertise in drifting.Amanda opens up about her journey, highlighting what makes drifting unique among racing disciplines. She delves into the adaptability required on the track and the valuable life lessons she’s gained through her career in motorsport.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about the fearless mindset needed to thrive in high-adrenaline racing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In Episode 8 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni takes a closer look at the exhilarating world of motorsport alongside Amanda Sorensen, a professional race car driver known for her expertise in drifting.
Amanda opens up about her journey, highlighting what makes drifting unique among racing disciplines. She delves into the adaptability required on the track and the valuable life lessons she’s gained through her career in motorsport.
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about the fearless mindset needed to thrive in high-adrenaline racing!

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]]> 2734 no Ryan Robinson: Conquering Fear on the Highline https://share.transistor.fm/s/108ecb84 In Episode 7 of The Team Ignition Show podcast, Leticia Bufoni joins world record-holding adventurer Ryan Robinson high in the mountains above San Bernardino. Ryan dives into the basics of slacklining and highlining, explaining how the two differ, while sharing his incredible journey - from watching daredevils on TV to breaking world records himself. Leticia is amazed by Ryan’s fearless feats, especially when he reveals that, like her, he battles a fear of heights. Ryan opens up about how he conquers that fear, using highlining as a form of meditation. He also takes Leticia through some of his most extreme highlining stunts, from mountain passes to river crossings, and explains how mastering his mindset is key to achieving these jaw-dropping challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 28 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0000 Ryan Robinson: Conquering Fear on the Highline full 7 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>In Episode 7 of The Team Ignition Show podcast, Leticia Bufoni joins world record-holding adventurer Ryan Robinson high in the mountains above San Bernardino. Ryan dives into the basics of slacklining and highlining, explaining how the two differ, while sharing his incredible journey - from watching daredevils on TV to breaking world records himself. Leticia is amazed by Ryan’s fearless feats, especially when he reveals that, like her, he battles a fear of heights. Ryan opens up about how he conquers that fear, using highlining as a form of meditation. He also takes Leticia through some of his most extreme highlining stunts, from mountain passes to river crossings, and explains how mastering his mindset is key to achieving these jaw-dropping challenges.</p> In Episode 7 of The Team Ignition Show podcast, Leticia Bufoni joins world record-holding adventurer Ryan Robinson high in the mountains above San Bernardino. Ryan dives into the basics of slacklining and highlining, explaining how the two differ, while sharing his incredible journey - from watching daredevils on TV to breaking world records himself. Leticia is amazed by Ryan’s fearless feats, especially when he reveals that, like her, he battles a fear of heights. Ryan opens up about how he conquers that fear, using highlining as a form of meditation. He also takes Leticia through some of his most extreme highlining stunts, from mountain passes to river crossings, and explains how mastering his mindset is key to achieving these jaw-dropping challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In Episode 7 of The Team Ignition Show podcast, Leticia Bufoni joins world record-holding adventurer Ryan Robinson high in the mountains above San Bernardino. Ryan dives into the basics of slacklining and highlining, explaining how the two differ, while sharing his incredible journey - from watching daredevils on TV to breaking world records himself. Leticia is amazed by Ryan’s fearless feats, especially when he reveals that, like her, he battles a fear of heights. Ryan opens up about how he conquers that fear, using highlining as a form of meditation. He also takes Leticia through some of his most extreme highlining stunts, from mountain passes to river crossings, and explains how mastering his mindset is key to achieving these jaw-dropping challenges.

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]]> 3480 no William Spencer: From Skating to Spider-Man https://share.transistor.fm/s/99af7142 In this episode, William Spencer joins Leticia Bufoni for an in-depth conversation about his life as a Hollywood stunt actor and pro skateboarder. William and Leticia connect over their shared background in skateboarding, with William explaining how he pioneered a unique blend of skating, parkour, and acrobatics to carve out his place in stunt work.    Leticia delves into William’s experiences working on the Spider-Man movies, where he served as the stunt double for Andrew Garfield. William shares his first, unforgettable encounter with Garfield, describing how they immediately hit it off and built a dynamic partnership both on set and beyond.     He reflects on the physical and creative demands of embodying an iconic superhero, recounting the intense training, technical mastery, and fearless mindset required to pull off Spider-Man’s daring stunts. From epic falls to perfectly timed flips, William gives an inside look at what it takes to perform some of Spider-Man’s most jaw-dropping moves.  Throughout the episode, William and Leticia explore the dedication and artistry involved in stunt work, highlighting the risks, rewards, and relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries that define their careers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:35:35 -0000 William Spencer: From Skating to Spider-Man full 6 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>In this episode, William Spencer joins Leticia Bufoni for an in-depth conversation about his life as a Hollywood stunt actor and pro skateboarder. William and Leticia connect over their shared background in skateboarding, with William explaining how he pioneered a unique blend of skating, parkour, and acrobatics to carve out his place in stunt work. </p><p> </p><p>Leticia delves into William’s experiences working on the <em>Spider-Man</em> movies, where he served as the stunt double for Andrew Garfield. William shares his first, unforgettable encounter with Garfield, describing how they immediately hit it off and built a dynamic partnership both on set and beyond.  </p><p> </p><p>He reflects on the physical and creative demands of embodying an iconic superhero, recounting the intense training, technical mastery, and fearless mindset required to pull off Spider-Man’s daring stunts. From epic falls to perfectly timed flips, William gives an inside look at what it takes to perform some of Spider-Man’s most jaw-dropping moves. </p><p>Throughout the episode, William and Leticia explore the dedication and artistry involved in stunt work, highlighting the risks, rewards, and relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries that define their careers. </p> In this episode, William Spencer joins Leticia Bufoni for an in-depth conversation about his life as a Hollywood stunt actor and pro skateboarder. William and Leticia connect over their shared background in skateboarding, with William explaining how he pioneered a unique blend of skating, parkour, and acrobatics to carve out his place in stunt work.    Leticia delves into William’s experiences working on the Spider-Man movies, where he served as the stunt double for Andrew Garfield. William shares his first, unforgettable encounter with Garfield, describing how they immediately hit it off and built a dynamic partnership both on set and beyond.     He reflects on the physical and creative demands of embodying an iconic superhero, recounting the intense training, technical mastery, and fearless mindset required to pull off Spider-Man’s daring stunts. From epic falls to perfectly timed flips, William gives an inside look at what it takes to perform some of Spider-Man’s most jaw-dropping moves.  Throughout the episode, William and Leticia explore the dedication and artistry involved in stunt work, highlighting the risks, rewards, and relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries that define their careers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this episode, William Spencer joins Leticia Bufoni for an in-depth conversation about his life as a Hollywood stunt actor and pro skateboarder. William and Leticia connect over their shared background in skateboarding, with William explaining how he pioneered a unique blend of skating, parkour, and acrobatics to carve out his place in stunt work. 

 

Leticia delves into William’s experiences working on the Spider-Man movies, where he served as the stunt double for Andrew Garfield. William shares his first, unforgettable encounter with Garfield, describing how they immediately hit it off and built a dynamic partnership both on set and beyond.  

 

He reflects on the physical and creative demands of embodying an iconic superhero, recounting the intense training, technical mastery, and fearless mindset required to pull off Spider-Man’s daring stunts. From epic falls to perfectly timed flips, William gives an inside look at what it takes to perform some of Spider-Man’s most jaw-dropping moves. 

Throughout the episode, William and Leticia explore the dedication and artistry involved in stunt work, highlighting the risks, rewards, and relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries that define their careers. 

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]]> 3207 no Alana Blanchard: The Surfing Legend on Pipeline and Parenthood https://share.transistor.fm/s/cb1920d7 Alana Blanchard joins Leticia Bufoni for a relaxed conversation on the shores of O'ahu, Hawaii, with the iconic Pipeline break in the background.  Alana reflects on her early days growing up in Hawaii and learning to surf at one of the most famous spots in the world. She explains the significance of Pipeline and why surfers from around the globe are drawn to it, highlighting the risks not only from the massive waves but also from the sharks that inhabit Hawaii's waters.  As the conversation continues, Alana talks about raising a family as a professional athlete, discussing how she balances her career with family life and the decisions she makes for their well-being. Leticia relates to this, expressing her own desire to start a family someday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0000 Alana Blanchard: The Surfing Legend on Pipeline and Parenthood full 5 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>Alana Blanchard joins Leticia Bufoni for a relaxed conversation on the shores of O'ahu, Hawaii, with the iconic Pipeline break in the background. </p><p>Alana reflects on her early days growing up in Hawaii and learning to surf at one of the most famous spots in the world. She explains the significance of Pipeline and why surfers from around the globe are drawn to it, highlighting the risks not only from the massive waves but also from the sharks that inhabit Hawaii's waters. </p><p>As the conversation continues, Alana talks about raising a family as a professional athlete, discussing how she balances her career with family life and the decisions she makes for their well-being. Leticia relates to this, expressing her own desire to start a family someday.</p> Alana Blanchard joins Leticia Bufoni for a relaxed conversation on the shores of O'ahu, Hawaii, with the iconic Pipeline break in the background.  Alana reflects on her early days growing up in Hawaii and learning to surf at one of the most famous spots in the world. She explains the significance of Pipeline and why surfers from around the globe are drawn to it, highlighting the risks not only from the massive waves but also from the sharks that inhabit Hawaii's waters.  As the conversation continues, Alana talks about raising a family as a professional athlete, discussing how she balances her career with family life and the decisions she makes for their well-being. Leticia relates to this, expressing her own desire to start a family someday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Alana Blanchard joins Leticia Bufoni for a relaxed conversation on the shores of O'ahu, Hawaii, with the iconic Pipeline break in the background. 

Alana reflects on her early days growing up in Hawaii and learning to surf at one of the most famous spots in the world. She explains the significance of Pipeline and why surfers from around the globe are drawn to it, highlighting the risks not only from the massive waves but also from the sharks that inhabit Hawaii's waters. 

As the conversation continues, Alana talks about raising a family as a professional athlete, discussing how she balances her career with family life and the decisions she makes for their well-being. Leticia relates to this, expressing her own desire to start a family someday.

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]]> 2434 no Dashawn Jordan: Risks, Rewards, and Life beyond the Board! https://share.transistor.fm/s/028f2cb3 Host Leticia Bufoni sits down with Dashawn Jordan for an intimate conversation about his life, career, and perspective on risk-taking. Drawing from their long-standing friendship, the discussion flows naturally, unveiling the nuances of Dashawn's journey. Dashawn's also discusses his estranged father, who has recently re-entered his life, and the impact of this reconnection. The duo also reflects on Dashawn's most significant achievements, including his unforgettable laser heel flip at the 2017 Chicago SLS finals. Leticia finds a deep connection with Dashawn's approach to risk-taking, as they explore the idea that skaters must embrace substantial risks to achieve remarkable victories. Tune in for an engaging dialogue filled with insights and camaraderie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0000 Dashawn Jordan: Risks, Rewards, and Life beyond the Board! full 4 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>Host Leticia Bufoni sits down with Dashawn Jordan for an intimate conversation about his life, career, and perspective on risk-taking. Drawing from their long-standing friendship, the discussion flows naturally, unveiling the nuances of Dashawn's journey.</p><p>Dashawn's also discusses his estranged father, who has recently re-entered his life, and the impact of this reconnection. The duo also reflects on Dashawn's most significant achievements, including his unforgettable laser heel flip at the 2017 Chicago SLS finals.</p><p>Leticia finds a deep connection with Dashawn's approach to risk-taking, as they explore the idea that skaters must embrace substantial risks to achieve remarkable victories. Tune in for an engaging dialogue filled with insights and camaraderie.</p> Host Leticia Bufoni sits down with Dashawn Jordan for an intimate conversation about his life, career, and perspective on risk-taking. Drawing from their long-standing friendship, the discussion flows naturally, unveiling the nuances of Dashawn's journey. Dashawn's also discusses his estranged father, who has recently re-entered his life, and the impact of this reconnection. The duo also reflects on Dashawn's most significant achievements, including his unforgettable laser heel flip at the 2017 Chicago SLS finals. Leticia finds a deep connection with Dashawn's approach to risk-taking, as they explore the idea that skaters must embrace substantial risks to achieve remarkable victories. Tune in for an engaging dialogue filled with insights and camaraderie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Host Leticia Bufoni sits down with Dashawn Jordan for an intimate conversation about his life, career, and perspective on risk-taking. Drawing from their long-standing friendship, the discussion flows naturally, unveiling the nuances of Dashawn's journey.

Dashawn's also discusses his estranged father, who has recently re-entered his life, and the impact of this reconnection. The duo also reflects on Dashawn's most significant achievements, including his unforgettable laser heel flip at the 2017 Chicago SLS finals.

Leticia finds a deep connection with Dashawn's approach to risk-taking, as they explore the idea that skaters must embrace substantial risks to achieve remarkable victories. Tune in for an engaging dialogue filled with insights and camaraderie.

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]]> 2876 no Ocean Ramsey on Shark Attacks & Ecosystem Balance https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a8bd924 Ocean joins Leticia at a beach house the next day to talk about their shared experience. During their conversation, Leticia learns about Ocean’s childhood and her deep-rooted fascination with sharks. They discuss the grave threats sharks face, including being hunted for their fins and the impact of ocean pollution.  Leticia is shocked to learn the staggering statistic that humans kill around 100 million sharks annually, while only about 10 people are killed by sharks each year—highlighting the stark imbalance in perception. Ocean also addresses the risks to humans and what precautions to take when swimming in Hawaiian waters, before concluding with the critical role sharks play in maintaining the balance of the marine ecosystem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:07:25 -0000 Ocean Ramsey on Shark Attacks & Ecosystem Balance full 3 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>Ocean joins Leticia at a beach house the next day to talk about their shared experience. During their conversation, Leticia learns about Ocean’s childhood and her deep-rooted fascination with sharks. They discuss the grave threats sharks face, including being hunted for their fins and the impact of ocean pollution. </p><p>Leticia is shocked to learn the staggering statistic that humans kill around 100 million sharks annually, while only about 10 people are killed by sharks each year—highlighting the stark imbalance in perception. Ocean also addresses the risks to humans and what precautions to take when swimming in Hawaiian waters, before concluding with the critical role sharks play in maintaining the balance of the marine ecosystem.</p> Ocean joins Leticia at a beach house the next day to talk about their shared experience. During their conversation, Leticia learns about Ocean’s childhood and her deep-rooted fascination with sharks. They discuss the grave threats sharks face, including being hunted for their fins and the impact of ocean pollution.  Leticia is shocked to learn the staggering statistic that humans kill around 100 million sharks annually, while only about 10 people are killed by sharks each year—highlighting the stark imbalance in perception. Ocean also addresses the risks to humans and what precautions to take when swimming in Hawaiian waters, before concluding with the critical role sharks play in maintaining the balance of the marine ecosystem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Ocean joins Leticia at a beach house the next day to talk about their shared experience. During their conversation, Leticia learns about Ocean’s childhood and her deep-rooted fascination with sharks. They discuss the grave threats sharks face, including being hunted for their fins and the impact of ocean pollution. 

Leticia is shocked to learn the staggering statistic that humans kill around 100 million sharks annually, while only about 10 people are killed by sharks each year—highlighting the stark imbalance in perception. Ocean also addresses the risks to humans and what precautions to take when swimming in Hawaiian waters, before concluding with the critical role sharks play in maintaining the balance of the marine ecosystem.

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]]> 2003 no Alex Johnson: Professional Climber, Gold Medallist & Pioneer In Part 1 of Episode 2 of The Team Ignition Show, host Leticia Bufoni chats with rock climber Alex Johnson before trying bouldering herself. During their conversation, Leticia notices the similarities between bouldering and skating, seeing many of her own experiences reflected in Alex's journey. Alex introduces Leticia to the basics of bouldering, covering the sport’s theory and terminology to prepare her for their day in the mountains. Alex shares her story, from climbing rooftops as a child to competing in her first events. She also talks about the challenges she faced with "The Swarm," a boulder problem that took her ten years to complete. The episode wraps up with Alex inviting Leticia to try some boulders the next day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:45:00 -0000 full 1 2 Team Ignition & Platform Media In Part 1 of Episode 2 of The Team Ignition Show, host Leticia Bufoni chats with rock climber Alex Johnson before trying bouldering herself. During their conversation, Leticia notices the similarities between bouldering and skating, seeing many of her own experiences reflected in Alex's journey. Alex introduces Leticia to the basics of bouldering, covering the sport’s theory and terminology to prepare her for their day in the mountains. Alex shares her story, from climbing rooftops as a child to competing in her first events. She also talks about the challenges she faced with "The Swarm," a boulder problem that took her ten years to complete. The episode wraps up with Alex inviting Leticia to try some boulders the next day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In Part 1 of Episode 2 of The Team Ignition Show, host Leticia Bufoni chats with rock climber Alex Johnson before trying bouldering herself. During their conversation, Leticia notices the similarities between bouldering and skating, seeing many of her own experiences reflected in Alex's journey. Alex introduces Leticia to the basics of bouldering, covering the sport’s theory and terminology to prepare her for their day in the mountains.

Alex shares her story, from climbing rooftops as a child to competing in her first events. She also talks about the challenges she faced with "The Swarm," a boulder problem that took her ten years to complete. The episode wraps up with Alex inviting Leticia to try some boulders the next day.

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]]> 2461 Jeb Corliss: Skydiver, BASE Jumper & Wingsuit Master https://share.transistor.fm/s/73cfc97b After their incredible wingsuit rodeo, Part 2 of the show sees Jeb join Leticia at her home for a fascinating in-depth conversation. Leticia delves into Jeb's upbringing and uncovers what compels him to jump into the abyss. She also explores his unique psyche and fearless mindset, which he needs to perform at his level. Jeb explains the three main categories of skydiving, BASE jumping, and wingsuit flying, sharing riveting tales of his most impactful jumps, including the heart-stopping moments when he narrowly escaped death. He also describes his ever-developing attitude towards risk and how he barely recognizes the younger Jeb Corliss now. Leticia also gets an understanding about the extreme dangers involved in BASE jumping, and as they finish up they discuss the legacy Jeb intends to leave behind. Watch new episodes on YouTube or stream on your favourite podcast platform.#LeticiaBufoni #JebCorliss #TeamIgnition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0000 Jeb Corliss: Skydiver, BASE Jumper & Wingsuit Master full 1 Team Ignition & Platform Media <p>After their incredible wingsuit rodeo, Part 2 of the show sees Jeb join Leticia at her home for a fascinating in-depth conversation. Leticia delves into Jeb's upbringing and uncovers what compels him to jump into the abyss. She also explores his unique psyche and fearless mindset, which he needs to perform at his level. Jeb explains the three main categories of skydiving, BASE jumping, and wingsuit flying, sharing riveting tales of his most impactful jumps, including the heart-stopping moments when he narrowly escaped death. He also describes his ever-developing attitude towards risk and how he barely recognizes the younger Jeb Corliss now. Leticia also gets an understanding about the extreme dangers involved in BASE jumping, and as they finish up they discuss the legacy Jeb intends to leave behind.</p><p>Watch new episodes on YouTube or stream on your favourite podcast platform.#LeticiaBufoni #JebCorliss #TeamIgnition</p> After their incredible wingsuit rodeo, Part 2 of the show sees Jeb join Leticia at her home for a fascinating in-depth conversation. Leticia delves into Jeb's upbringing and uncovers what compels him to jump into the abyss. She also explores his unique psyche and fearless mindset, which he needs to perform at his level. Jeb explains the three main categories of skydiving, BASE jumping, and wingsuit flying, sharing riveting tales of his most impactful jumps, including the heart-stopping moments when he narrowly escaped death. He also describes his ever-developing attitude towards risk and how he barely recognizes the younger Jeb Corliss now. Leticia also gets an understanding about the extreme dangers involved in BASE jumping, and as they finish up they discuss the legacy Jeb intends to leave behind. Watch new episodes on YouTube or stream on your favourite podcast platform.#LeticiaBufoni #JebCorliss #TeamIgnition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices After their incredible wingsuit rodeo, Part 2 of the show sees Jeb join Leticia at her home for a fascinating in-depth conversation. Leticia delves into Jeb's upbringing and uncovers what compels him to jump into the abyss. She also explores his unique psyche and fearless mindset, which he needs to perform at his level. Jeb explains the three main categories of skydiving, BASE jumping, and wingsuit flying, sharing riveting tales of his most impactful jumps, including the heart-stopping moments when he narrowly escaped death. He also describes his ever-developing attitude towards risk and how he barely recognizes the younger Jeb Corliss now. Leticia also gets an understanding about the extreme dangers involved in BASE jumping, and as they finish up they discuss the legacy Jeb intends to leave behind.

Watch new episodes on YouTube or stream on your favourite podcast platform.#LeticiaBufoni #JebCorliss #TeamIgnition

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]]> 3527 no The Team Ignition Show Trailer Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled ride like no other as The Team Ignition Show catapults you into the heart of action sports. From the dizzying heights of BASE jumping to the depths of shark diving, and from the thrill of skating to the rush of surfing, host Leticia Bufoni meets people from all corners of the globe, seeking to uncover what fuels their passion and their intricate relationships between performance and pressure. Experience the intensity as Leticia takes on these wild adventure sports and then sits down with the pros to delve into their incredible journeys and career-defining moments. So strap in. Put your helmet on. This is… The Team Ignition Show. SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPISODES www.teamignition.net Join the team on socials for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights and competitions. Subscribe to the Team Ignition Youtube:    / @team_ignition   Check out Team Ignition on TikTok:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on Instagram:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on Facebook:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Team Ignition on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@teamignition... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 21 Aug 2024 11:11:00 -0000 full 1 1 Team Ignition & Platform Media Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled ride like no other as The Team Ignition Show catapults you into the heart of action sports. From the dizzying heights of BASE jumping to the depths of shark diving, and from the thrill of skating to the rush of surfing, host Leticia Bufoni meets people from all corners of the globe, seeking to uncover what fuels their passion and their intricate relationships between performance and pressure. Experience the intensity as Leticia takes on these wild adventure sports and then sits down with the pros to delve into their incredible journeys and career-defining moments. So strap in. Put your helmet on. This is… The Team Ignition Show. SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPISODES www.teamignition.net Join the team on socials for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights and competitions. Subscribe to the Team Ignition Youtube:    / @team_ignition   Check out Team Ignition on TikTok:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on Instagram:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on Facebook:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Team Ignition on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@teamignition... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled ride like no other as The Team Ignition Show catapults you into the heart of action sports. From the dizzying heights of BASE jumping to the depths of shark diving, and from the thrill of skating to the rush of surfing, host Leticia Bufoni meets people from all corners of the globe, seeking to uncover what fuels their passion and their intricate relationships between performance and pressure. Experience the intensity as Leticia takes on these wild adventure sports and then sits down with the pros to delve into their incredible journeys and career-defining moments. So strap in. Put your helmet on. This is… The Team Ignition Show. SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW EPISODES www.teamignition.net Join the team on socials for exclusive behind-the-scenes content, highlights and competitions. Subscribe to the Team Ignition Youtube:    / @team_ignition   Check out Team Ignition on TikTok:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on Instagram:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on Facebook:   / teamignitionofficial   Team Ignition on X/Twitter: https://x.com/TeamIGNOfficial Team Ignition on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@teamignition...

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