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Vertical Playpen

Hosted by High 5 Adventure Learning Center · education · EN

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About this Podcast:

Want to learn more about Adventure and Experiential Education? Then this podcast is for you!Listeners of this podcast will get;- Adventure Programming Theory- Facilitation Tips- Activity Ideas- Industry Career Advice- Interviews from Industry ProfessionalsHigh 5 Adventure Learning Center is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to helping individuals, teams, schools, communities and businesses improve the way they live, learn and work together. Connect with us at high5adventure.org

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Verified email

Booking probability

37%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about Vertical Playpen

What is Vertical Playpen about?

Want to learn more about Adventure and Experiential Education? Then this podcast is for you!

Who hosts Vertical Playpen?

Vertical Playpen is hosted by High 5 Adventure Learning Center. The show has published 342 episodes to date.

What has Vertical Playpen covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Getting it Right by Getting it Wrong" (6 October 2026, 28 minutes), "Finding Facilitation Flow" (29 September 2026, 25 minutes), and "Gear Retrieval Step-by-Step" (15 September 2026, 19 minutes).

How often does Vertical Playpen publish?

Vertical Playpen publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 342 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Vertical Playpen?

Booking probability for Vertical Playpen is 37%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Vertical Playpen requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Vertical Playpen's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Vertical Playpen?

The strongest fits for Vertical Playpen are Courses, Coaching & Lessons. Vertical Playpen has an education audience.

About the host

High 5 Adventure Learning Center hosts Vertical Playpen, an education podcast with 342 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Oct 6, 202628 min

    In this episode of the podcast, Phil kicks off with a listener Q&A addressing how to navigate client expectations when "teachable moments" alter planned activities . He breaks down his approach to balancing client goals...

  • Sep 29, 202625 min

    In this episode of Vertical Playpen , hosts Phil Brown and Lisa Hunt explore the concept of the Flow State —that sweet spot where an individual's skillset perfectly aligns with the level of challenge in front of them...

  • Sep 15, 202619 min

    Join Phil up on the course as he takes you step-by-step through a gear retrieval. From selecting setting up on the ground to climbing to the belay cable, retrieving the gear and managing the descent — hear all the...

  • Sep 8, 202611 min

    In this episode, Phil challenges the assumption that the best ropes course facilitators must be fearless climbers. Drawing from recent training experiences and personal history, we explore why a natural nervousness or...

  • Sep 1, 202622 min

    In this episode, Phil continues his conversation with renowned speaker and author Drew Dudley to unpack how we set goals, define potential, and cultivate everyday leadership. Key Topics Covered: Redefining Goals &...

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  • Aug 25, 202622 min

    What can a long drive on a divided highway, your shower routine, and 80s video games teach us about modern leadership? In this episode, Phil sits down with leadership speaker and author Drew Dudley for a wide-ranging...

  • Aug 18, 202618 min

    In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology of risk, trust, and personal evolution with world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Beau Lotto. Using the classic Challenge Zone Model as a jumping-off point, we unpack a...

  • Aug 11, 202625 min

    What if adventure isn't just an activity, but a fundamental way of perceiving the world? In this episode, host Phil links up with world-renowned neuroscientist and author Dr. Beau Lotto to unpack how our brains process...

  • Aug 4, 202630 min

    *Anyone using your VPP15 code - https://facilitators-corner.com/workshopdeck - will receive a 15% discount off* In this episode, Mehdi and Phil explore the art of workshop design, emphasizing the importance of...

  • Jul 28, 202629 min

    In this episode, Sean Campbell from Canopy Craft shares his journey from childhood curiosity to professional tree net crafter. We explore the art, craft, safety standards, and community aspects of tree net making, along...

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    How to Teach Knot Tying

    Jul 21, 202615 min

    Phil shares his approach to teaching knot tying, emphasizing practical techniques, error recognition, and effective teaching strategies. Contact the podcast - podcast@high5adventure.org Support the podcast...

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    Facilitation Fails

    Jul 14, 202617 min

    Phil shares personal stories and lessons learned from facilitation mistakes, emphasizing the importance of transparency, adaptability, and continuous growth in experiential education. Contact the podcast...

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    SOPs, LOPs and IIPs

    Jul 7, 202616 min

    Phil Brown explains the 'Spheres of Acceptable Practice' model to help understand industry standards, local procedures, and instructor preferences in adventure and climbing safety. This episode covers how to navigate...

  • Jun 30, 202620 min

    This episode is a little different. We gave NotebookLM access to our website and training literature and asked a simple question: what are the benefits of adventure and experiential education? The result? A deep dive...

  • Jun 23, 202629 min

    In this interview, Phil Brown and Mike Martin explore the transformative power of experiential education, the importance of reflection and follow-up, and the future role of technology like AI in connecting and...

  • Jun 2, 202622 min

    In this episode, we explore the powerful concept of 'sweeping the shed' from James Kerr's book 'Legacy,' emphasizing humility, leadership by example, and the importance of small acts in building strong teams and...

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