Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
On this episode, Mark Vins and the crew discuss their adventure of a lifetime to the jungles of Thailand, and the incredible Violin Beetle they found along the way! Will it spray its acid on me? Watch to find out!
Chapters:
0:00-1:04 Introduction
1:04-5:21 Sustainable Public Transportation
5:21-9:42 New Merch!
9:42-36:54 The Violin Beetle Adventure
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Becoming Brave is a podcast about the transformative power of risk and the courage it takes to overcome doubt, adversity, and life’s greatest challenges. Hosted by Mark Vins, the internationally acclaimed creator of the YouTube channel Brave Wilderness, this series dives into pivotal “make or break” moments that require extraordinary bravery to beat the odds and achieve incredible breakthroughs.
Drawing from Mark’s decade-long journey as a wildlife explorer—surviving harsh environments, close encounters with dangerous creatures, and near-death experiences while creating over 1,000 adventures for 21 million subscribers—Becoming Brave goes beyond survival stories. It explores the universal truths of business, education, personal growth, and the life-altering experiences that define success.
Through compelling stories and deep conversations, Becoming Brave reveals one vital truth: nothing worthwhile or extraordinary happens without risk. This is the podcast for anyone seeking to face their fears, take bold steps, and transform their life.
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PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REENACT OR RECREATE ANY EVENTS OR SCENES FROM OUR VIDEOS. THE ANIMALS, INSECTS, PLANT LIFE, AND TERRAIN FEATURED IN OUR VIDEOS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN POSE A SIGNIFICANT RISK. Mark Vins and crew are professionally trained and routinely receive assistance from wildlife experts, guides, and safety personnel when filming to ensure the safety of our crew and all wildlife.
On this episode, Mark Vins and the crew discuss their adventure of a lifetime to the jungles of Thailand, and the incredible Violin Beetle they found along the way! Will it spray its acid on me? Watch to find out!
Chapters:
0:00-1:04 Introduction
1:04-5:21 Sustainable Public Transportation
5:21-9:42 New Merch!
9:42-36:54 The Violin Beetle Adventure
Get SUMMIT Adventure Fuel: summitadventurefuel.com
Becoming Brave is a podcast about the transformative power of risk and the courage it takes to overcome doubt, adversity, and life’s greatest challenges. Hosted by Mark Vins, the internationally acclaimed creator of the YouTube channel Brave Wilderness, this series dives into pivotal “make or break” moments that require extraordinary bravery to beat the odds and achieve incredible breakthroughs.
Drawing from Mark’s decade-long journey as a wildlife explorer—surviving harsh environments, close encounters with dangerous creatures, and near-death experiences while creating over 1,000 adventures for 21 million subscribers—Becoming Brave goes beyond survival stories. It explores the universal truths of business, education, personal growth, and the life-altering experiences that define success.
Through compelling stories and deep conversations, Becoming Brave reveals one vital truth: nothing worthwhile or extraordinary happens without risk. This is the podcast for anyone seeking to face their fears, take bold steps, and transform their life.
FOLLOW BRAVE WILDERNESS
Instagram: instagram.com/bravewilderness
TikTok: tiktok.com/@bravewildernessnetwork
FOLLOW MARK VINS:
Instagram: instagram.com/realmarkvins
TikTok: tiktok.com/@bravemarkvins?lang=en
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REENACT OR RECREATE ANY EVENTS OR SCENES FROM OUR VIDEOS. THE ANIMALS, INSECTS, PLANT LIFE, AND TERRAIN FEATURED IN OUR VIDEOS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN POSE A SIGNIFICANT RISK. Mark Vins and crew are professionally trained and routinely receive assistance from wildlife experts, guides, and safety personnel when filming to ensure the safety of our crew and all wildlife.
