#9 Brett Cassidy - Danger on the PCT and Staying Adventurous in Fatherhood

Pack your bags and gear up for an exhilarating episode of Everyday Insights! After a brief hiatus, we're back with a bang, bringing you the adventurous narrative of Brett Cassidy. From the thrill of scaling the heights of the Pacific Crest Trail to the joy and challenges of fatherhood, Brett’s journey is a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences. We’ll traverse through his daring escapades on the trail, and how a simple van turned into a vessel of unforgettable memories for his family. Key Takeaways 🏞️ Embracing the Wild: Get inspired by Brett’s daring five-month trek along the Pacific Crest Trail, and the life-altering encounters that ensued. 🚐 Van Life with a Twist: Discover how a van became the nexus between Brett’s love for adventure and his dedication to creating cherished memories with his family. 👨‍👧‍👦 The Dad Venture: Brett’s shift from the corporate ladder to a full-time dad is nothing short of a revelation. Tune in to learn how he navigated this significant life transition. Chapters 00:59 How we met running 04:41 Brett's history in business and outdoor lifestyle 11:40 The pandemic likely created a lot more homebodies 14:10 Feeling successful when you can't see the goalpost 16:20 An adventure van for the family 19:51 Potty time in a camper van 20:59 Family enjoyment enabled by the van 23:06 Day-to-day driving with the adventure van 30:04 Learning more details about hiking the PCT 31:52 Intense and life-threatening situation on first big mountain hike 37:12 Almost became an episode of Ozark or a chapter in Trail of the Lost 39:35 Is that a mountain lion at my tent? 50:32 Trail Withdrawal 51:17 How can you afford the trip? 59:36 Making the decision to be a stay at home dad 01:01:38 What is tough about being a male homemaker 01:02:41 Making friends and finding a third place 01:06:34 Avoiding resentment with one bread winner 01:10:25 Can AI write good music lyrics? 01:12:09 Speeding up design and learning with AI Don’t forget to hit like, subscribe, or drop a comment about your favorite part of our conversation. Your interaction fuels our motivation to bring more heartwarming and exciting stories your way! Everyday Insights is a video podcast dedicated to unveiling life lessons through engaging conversations with intriguing individuals. Host Ian McClellan navigates through the myriad experiences of our guests, extracting nuggets of wisdom that are bound to resonate with each listener. Join us as we explore the unknown and celebrate the known, one story at a time. Discover More https://Everyday-Insights.com – Dive deeper into the podcast and become part of our community! Other things I've made: F is for Fan https://amzn.to/3mF6o3R - an activity and learning book for kids who love ceiling fans, windmills, and all spinning objects Ship It https://store.steampowered.com/app/511700/ - Fast-paced block stacking VR fun in a playful factory setting. Pack a box with colorful shapes, then ship it to earn your wage. https://ThinkOnLabs.com - my house for game development, market insights, marketing strategy, and other creative endeavors --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everyday-insights/support