The 831: Living Your Best Life Podcast w/ Jungle Jim Hunter

The 831: Living Your Best Life Podcast w/ Jungle Jim Hunter

Author: Jungle Jim Hunter Language: English Episodes: 100
Hosted by Canadian legend and former Olympian Jungle Jim Hunter, The 831: Living Your Best Life Podcast is built on a remarkable story of resilience. After a traumatic childhood head injury forced him to relearn basic life skills, Jim defied the odds and competed in the 1972 Winter Olympics just six and a half years later. He credits this incredible turnaround to the support of 831 people along his journey, a number that inspired the podcast's name and its core philosophy. Each episode explores how our daily interactions-with the 8 to 31 people we typically encounter-can become a powerful network for mutual growth and support. Jim draws from his own experiences in sports, recovery, and life to discuss practical approaches to physical health, mental toughness, and overall well-being. The conversations are grounded in real-world application, moving beyond theory to focus on actionable steps for improving your own path. You'll hear Jim's unique perspective on overcoming obstacles, building a supportive community, and finding inspiration in everyday connections. This isn't just a health and fitness podcast; it's about the cumulative impact of people helping people, and how that simple idea can fundamentally shape a better life. Tune in for stories, insights, and conversations that aim to build a nation of "831'ers," all dedicated to living with more purpose and vitality.
Episodes
Words Matter! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:45
Send a text In this episode of the podcast, Jungle Jim discusses the impact that our words can have on other people and the importance and value of lifting others up as we communicate with them on a daily basis. Find us…
Think Then Speak [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:44
Send a text This episode of the podcast starts your week off on a positive note as Jungle Jim explores the value of positive self talk as opposed to negative self talk and the impact that this can have on others. Find us…
Inspired to Dream [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:36
Send a text In this episode, Jungle Jim gives some insight into the mental, physical and dietary preparation done by multi-time Paralympic medalist Benoit Huot. Learn more about Benoit's story below: Find us on Facebook…
We All Have Deficiencies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:31
Send a text In this episode of the podcast, Jungle Jim dives into the approach of one phenomenal athlete in the sport of wheelchair racing, the role of his family and more! Check it out below: Find us on Facebook at http…
Triumph Over Trauma [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:14
Send a text In this episode, Jungle Jim discusses how Captain Kimberly Fawcett triumphed over tragedy, her outlook on life and her work to help others in the community! Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/the…
Open Doors [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:57
Send a text In this episode of the podcast, Jungle Jim provides some background on the story of Lauren Barwick, explaining how she didn't let a life changing accident impact the way that she approached her life, competit…
Trust [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:11
Send a text In this episode, Jungle Jim tells the story of how an unplanned interview with decorated Paralympic athlete Vivian Forest positively impacted his view of trust and working with people! Find us on Facebook at…
Small Steps [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:53
Send a text A new week means new podcasts! The Paralympics are only a day away, in order to become an athlete at this level, it all starts with small steps and that is what Jungle reminds us in this episode! Find us on F…
Say, Then Play! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:08
Send a text We are back with another series of Headshots in between the Olympics and Paralympics. How we do talk to ourselves when no one is around? What do we tell ourselves when there isn't anyone telling us what we wa…
Play Your Part! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:47
Send a text We are back with another series of Headshots in between the Olympics and Paralympics. Leading isn't only the obvious, it's not only being a team captain but can also be done by simply playing your part. Find…