After nearly seven years and hundreds of conversations, this is the final episode of Without Compromise. To close out the show, I’m joined by Tyler Andrews, who recently set the fastest known time on Mount Everest, reaching the summit in 9 hours, 55 minutes, 43 seconds. Tyler’s story felt like the right one to end with: years of pursuing an audacious goal, multiple failed attempts, and ultimately the willingness to change the plan without losing sight of what he was trying to accomplish.

We talk about what drives someone to keep coming back after failure, the difference between and similarities of persistence and stubbornness, and what happens when you finally achieve something you’ve spent years chasing. More broadly, this episode is a chance to reflect on what Without Compromise has been about since its first episode nearly seven years ago: the people willing to pursue difficult things, take risks, and build lives around what matters most to them. Thank you to everyone who has listened, shared an episode, joined a conversation, or supported the show over the years. It has been an incredible run, and I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to tell these stories.

Summer is peak season for America's National Parks, but it's also when parks experience their biggest crowds, busiest trailheads, and greatest impacts on the landscapes we all love.

On this episode of Without Compromise, we're joined by John Ribes, Impact Program Manager at AllTrails, to discuss how outdoor enthusiasts can make the most of every adventure while helping protect the places they love. From avoiding crowds with data-driven planning to discovering underrated destinations and practicing better trail etiquette, John shares practical advice for making every trip more enjoyable and more sustainable.

We also explore how outdoor recreation has evolved in recent years, what AllTrails is learning from millions of trail users, and why partnerships like Athletic Brewing's Two For The Trails initiative are helping transform outdoor recreation into meaningful conservation.

Whether you're planning a bucket-list National Park trip or simply looking for your next great hike, this conversation offers practical tips for exploring with intention.

Conservation is at the heart of Athletic Brewing's mission, and through the Two for the Trails program, that commitment extends far beyond the trailhead. In this episode of Without Compromise, Carrie Henderson, Executive Director of Wilderness Volunteers, shares how the organization's volunteer-powered stewardship projects are restoring America's public lands while inspiring people to become lifelong advocates for the outdoors. From trail maintenance to habitat restoration, Carrie explains why meaningful conservation depends on people who are willing to roll up their sleeves and give back to the wild places they love.

The conversation also explores how Athletic Brewing's Two for the Trails grant helped launch and expand Wilderness Volunteers' women-only stewardship projects by providing scholarships and travel support that removed financial barriers to participation. Carrie reflects on the confidence, leadership, and sense of belonging these experiences cultivate, and why creating more inclusive pathways