Bush & Banter

In this special, surprise one-year anniversary episode, Jen and Dyana reminisce about the last year and what they have learned. The duo also discuss their hopes and dreams for the future of Bush and …

DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded on June 22nd, prior to the SAG Strike.
In this episode, Jen and Dyana talk with Champion Swimmer, Author, Public Speaker, and National Icon, Diana Nyad.  On Sept…

Josh, an avid off-roader and adventure photographer, has embarked on journeys across the globe and has inspired others to embrace their own wild adventures. In this episode, we delve into his profoun…

In this special episode, hosts Jennifer Mabus and Dyana Carmella of Bush and Banter discuss the sources and significance of inspiration in their lives, exploring where and from whom they draw inspira…

Will 'Akuna' Robinson is all about those good vibes and embodies the very definition of redefining oneself. This Army Veteran found long-distance hiking as a way to heal and inspire others to 'go for…

Callie is a scavenger-gatherer who lives nomadically following the seasons and wild food. She made a name for herself after competing in Season 7 of the History Channel’s hit reality-survival show “A…

In this episode, we chat with Tommy Corey, a remarkable individual who embodies the spirit of both a Thru-Hiker and a Portrait Photographer. Tommy is on a quest, called "100 Humans of the Outdoors," …

Season 3 of Bush & Banter officially starts on July 5th, yet Jen and Dyana are bursting. In this special episode, the duo discuss the guest lineup, reveal how listeners can enter weekly giveaways, an…

It's been one heck of a snow season for the Sierra Nevada mountains. In this special episode of Bush & Banter, co-host Jennifer Mabus interviews Ned Tibbits, Founder and Educator of Mountain Educatio…

Jen and Dyana answer your questions about season 2, including the biggest lesson they learned, how to tackle steep elevation, anxiety hiking solo, dream guests, the work/backpacking relationship, pla…

Dan and Kika are currently living and sailing around the world in their All-Electric sailboat named Uma. In this episode, Jen and Dyana dive into their lives before Uma, their choice to live on the w…

Adventure Photographer Chad Torkelsen will do whatever it takes to get the shot. The Pacific Northwest-based shooter has captured some of the most breathtaking views on social media. In this episode,…

Author/Speaker/Skier Steph Jagger traveled the world with a pair of skis and set a world record for vertical feet skied in a year. She wrote two books, Unbound: A Story of Snow and Self-Discovery and…

Thru-Hiker / Filmmaker Elina Osborne has raised the bar for what’s possible for storytelling in the outdoors. The New Zealand native had tackled the Pacific Crest Trail and Te Araroa Trail, spanning …

Tyler “Mac” Fox, a fearless adventurer and all-around cool guy, delights Jennifer and Dyana with tales of his epic expeditions across the globe. From conquering the rapids of the Grand Canyon to cycl…

Welcome to Season Two! Jennifer and Dyana discuss the guest lineup for the second season of Bush & Banter and what adventure they both fear. It’s going to be one hell of a season. New episodes will b…

In this final episode of the 2022 Fall Series of Bush & Banter, Jennifer and Dyana discuss the topic of Capability. Jennifer reminisces about finishing the Pacific Crest Trail, and Dyana relives comp…

In this episode, Jennifer and Dyana deep dive into some unforgettable moments from their travels, including accidentally stumbling onto the Northern Lights in Iceland, meeting "The Three Stooges" alo…

Life is all about Human Connection. People can sometimes come into our lives and move us in ways that are hard to explain. In this episode, Jennifer and Dyana talk about a few incredible individuals …

In this episode, Jennifer and Dyana discuss the benefits of doing things alone. They touch on their decision to do the Pacific Crest Trail and Pacific Northwest Trail solo and the positive experience…