About
Explore the spectrum of adventure sports and outdoor living, through narratives and interviews from people living with epilepsy.
From long-distance hikes in Europe to skiing in snowstorms, the storytelling episodes will share life-changing journeys and the smaller moments spent between seizures.
The ‘chats’ with guests dive into the deeper stuff, the hidden aspects of taking on adventures with epilepsy - from carrying medication in a backpack, to assessing seizure risks in the wilderness and recognising limitations.
Other episodes investigate the perceptions of epilepsy and adventure within society.
Learn about epilepsy, then start planning your adventure.
The Host
Francesca Turauskis
After she walked the Camino de Santiago, solo, in 2017, Fran became uncomfortable with descriptions such as 'brave' and 'inspirational' when people learned about her epilepsy diagnosis. She created Seize Your Adventure to normalise the idea of epilepsy in adventure. As host, editor and producer, she collates all audio and visual content on the podcast, website and social media.
The Contributors & Guests
Jade Nelson
Jade practices the
ketogenic diet. She enjoys SUP, yoga, hiking and swimming.
Find her at jadenelson.net
Joe Stevenson
Hiking hobbyist Joe is a member of Manchester and District Walkers (MAD Walkers)He runs a blog (joestevenson.net).
Jake Quigley
Jake Quigley is the executive director of Outdoor Mindset. He can be found adventuring with his wife, Jeanie, by foot, bike, or ski.
Amanda Plomp
Amanda Plomp is a runner with epilepsy from Canada. She blogs about both on her website Tremors of My World.
Becky Sampson
Becky Sampson has been travelling the world by bicycle for 3 years, You can find her at Misadventure Magnet on Facebook.
Jordan Wylie
Soldier, Adventurer, Author. Jordan is the brains behind Running Dangerously and Rowing Dangerously. Find him at jordanwylie.org
Ian Johnston
Ian has a Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology. His dissertation focused on the influence of epilepsy on habitual activity.
Annie Brooks
Jared Muscat is the Social Media Producer for Patagonia. When he’s not at his desk you can find him out in the ocean surfing.
Jared Muscat
Jared Muscat is the Social Media Producer for Patagonia. When he’s not at his desk you can find him out in the ocean surfing.
The Supporters
Seize Your Adventure is listener supported. Thank you to the following Patrons:
Catherine Coppinger
Peter Johnson
Damiana Day
Jeanie S.
Mark T.
Chris Winwood
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