Episodes

Murdock, the Hosting Legend
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!
Flash Memoir on Wheels
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.
The Loong Way Home
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.
Finding Harmony on the Road
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.
Chasing Answers on Two Wheels
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.
A Journey of Hope
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.
The Open Road as Therapy
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.
Navigating Teaching, Touring, and Music
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.
Unscripted Adventures of an Intrepid Global Citizen
Aug. 21, 2023

Unscripted Adventures of an Intrepid Global Citizen

George Balarezo shares his thrilling adventure through Ethiopia, the challenges he faced, and the fascinating stories he encountered along the way.
Biking 4 Biodiversity
Aug. 7, 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.
Embracing the Unknown
July 24, 2023

Embracing the Unknown

Join us as we dive into Dan’s unforgettable cross-country journey and discover the transformative power of embracing the unknown.
Talking Tandem Touring
July 10, 2023

Talking Tandem Touring

Whether you're an experienced tandem cyclist or just starting, there are many benefits to tandem cycling with a partner.
Route 40 at 40
June 26, 2023

Route 40 at 40

At the age of 40, Tadeo Pueyrredon took his dream journey and biked the entire Argentinian Route 40, a trip of 5200 km that took him four months to complete.
Empowering Journey
June 12, 2023

Empowering Journey

Sara Qiu Ruan has embarked on a life-changing adventure, conquering her fears and cycling with the profound purpose of helping people.
Jumping in With Both Pedals
May 29, 2023

Jumping in With Both Pedals

First-time long-distance cycler, Tyler Diedrick, recounts this epic tale of a sometimes funny, sometimes scary, but always adventurous bike tour.
Jo Follows the Call of Adventure
May 15, 2023

Jo Follows the Call of Adventure

Adventurer, Jo Davies, is on an incredible adventure riding her bike from Boston, MA, home to the UK, via the “scenic route.”
New Wheels for our Bike Giveaway Winner!
May 1, 2023

New Wheels for our Bike Giveaway Winner!

Hear from the Warmshowers 2022 Bike Giveaway winner, retired fireman and professional grandpa Steve Diaz.
Around the USA in 420 Days
April 17, 2023

Around the USA in 420 Days

What do you get when you combine a historian interested in learning about people and a love of bicycling?
Solidarity Rising
April 3, 2023

Solidarity Rising

Sanna Ghotbi and Benjamin Ladraa are bike travelers and activists from Sweden, who are on an epic 2-year, 48 000 km journey through 40 countries to Western Sahara.
Turn Left to Nowhere
March 20, 2023

Turn Left to Nowhere

Meet Tucker Atwood, a math teacher, actor, author, and adventurer.
Murdock, the Hosting Legend
March 6, 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!
The Bicycle Mayor of Ranchi
Feb. 20, 2023

The Bicycle Mayor of Ranchi

Meet Kanishka Poddar, the Bicycle Mayor of Ranchi, India.
Harnessing Tailwind
Feb. 6, 2023

Harnessing Tailwind

You never know what will happen when you stay with a Warmshowers host; when Adriel Klein’s host’s door opened, he met the love of his life!
Conversations Across America
Jan. 23, 2023

Conversations Across America

Kari Loya recounts his 73-day, 4,600-mile cross-country journey of a lifetime with his 75-year-old dad battling early-stage Alzheimer’s.