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The Osborne Adventure Podcast is a raw and honest look at family, purpose, adventure, and the road to an extraordinary life. Follow our journey as we prepare for and eventually set sail on a global family expedition to raise awareness for Down syndrome.
Along the way, we share the realities of parenting, the mess and meaning of family life, the challenges of chasing a big dream, and the beauty of raising a child with Down syndrome.
Whether you're a sailor, a parent, part of the disability community, or simply someone who wants more out of life, we hope these conversations leave you encouraged, inspired, and ready for adventure.
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From Oceans to Classrooms: Announcing Our Docuseries - Ep. 26
On this episode of the Osborne Adventure Podcast, we’re excited to announce our weekly educational docuseries Adventure Without Boundaries coming in the fall of 2025. The series will be created specifically for special needs classrooms and it will bring the excitement of our global sailing expedition straight to students around the world! It will follow our son Ren (10), a young adventurer with Down syndrome, as he embarks on a journey like no other.
Join us behind the scenes of this amazing project, sharing the inspiration, the mission, and what it means to create something that connects so many people with the adventure of a lifetime. Join us as we explore the heart of this series and what it will bring to classrooms and families everywhere.
Highs, Lows, and a Treehouse Conversation: An Interview with Jenn Taylor - Ep. 21
On this episode of the Osborne Adventure Podcast, I’m joined by Jenn Taylor, an airline pilot and epic rock climber who’s also one of my oldest friends. We’ve shared many adventures over the years, but her journey parenting Ford, a bright and challenging child with ADHD and a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile, stands out as truly remarkable. PDA is a lesser-known part of the autism spectrum, where children intensely avoid everyday demands, often due to anxiety. PDA often presents identically to Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).
Recorded in a treehouse in Washington's temperate rainforest, we talk about the highs and lows of life with kids who don’t fit into neat boxes. Jenn shares insights into our expedition and how her experiences have shaped her views on life, adventure, and moving forward in the face of uncertainty.
Join us for an honest, personal, and often humorous look at how two old friends, each navigating parenting, adventure, and life, have found support in each other.
Sharing the Journey: An Interview with Chelsea Pepperman - Ep. 20
On this episode of the Osborne Adventure Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend, Chelsea Pepperman. Chelsea has been a part of my life even before my marriage to Val and the arrival of our kids. If there is one thing I can say about Chelsea it is her kindness and compassion have always stood out. In this episode, Chelsea shares a deeply personal story from Ren's birth, one she witnessed firsthand and offers insight into our family and our sailing expedition. Our conversation explores our friendship, shared experiences, and the dreams we hold for the journey ahead.
The Paradox: Down Syndrome & Sailing - Ep. 19
On this episode of the Osborne Adventure Podcast, we dive into one of our most frequently asked questions: “What does sailing have to do with Down syndrome?” Join us as we unravel the unexpected link between our global expedition and our mission to challenge the world’s perceptions of Down syndrome. The connection will shock you!
Ren, Sailing, and School Success: A Candid Conversation with Ms. Katie - Ep. 18
On this episode of the Osborne Adventure Podcast, I sit down with Katie Ross, aka Ms. Katie, Ren’s life skills teacher. Join us for a humorous and candid conversation about what it's like having Ren as a student, her initial thoughts when we announced our plans to sail around the world, and the strengths she sees in Ren that will help him on our global sailing expedition. Katie also shares insights for parents of special needs children on how to successfully navigate the education system, offering practical advice to help their child enter and thrive in school. It's an uplifting discussion filled with reflections, guidance, and encouragement for families.
Val and I share an unexpected experience after being invited to an elementary school assembly where 300 students gathered for a presentation about Down syndrome led by a fourth grader named Hailey. What followed were thoughtful questions, funny moments, and a firsthand look at how deeply kids connected with our family, our mission, and the idea of adventure without limits.