In the second episode of WonderBuzz, host Nate Larson delves into the adventures of van life and a thrilling trip to Alaska to observe brown bears. Nate discusses the setup and features of his travel van 'Van Halen,' highlighting its off-road capabilities and comforts. He recounts his journey from Mississippi to Alaska, emphasizing the welcoming nature of people he met along the way. The episode's focal point is his experience in remote national parks in Alaska where he observed the powerful yet social behavior of brown bears. Nate offers detailed descriptions of the bears' interactions, their environment, and the importance of preserving natural habitats. He concludes with a story about an important Alaskan.

00:00 Welcome to Wonder Buzz

01:13 Van Life Setup and Comforts

03:08 Journey to Alaska

05:26 Encountering Alaskan Brown Bears

12:50 Lessons from the Wild

14:24 Alaskan Story

16:28 Closing Remarks and Contact Info

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WonderBuzz with Nate Larson is a podcast about adventure, exploration, and the stories that unfold when you chase the horizon. Join Nate as he records from his van (VANHLN) parked in wild and unexpected places across North America. Each episode, he shares stories from the road, reflections on travel and photography, van life insights, and a poem—his or one that’s stuck with him over the years.

From childhood dreams of space travel to spontaneous detours that lead to unforgettable experiences, WonderBuzz is about curiosity, movement, and finding meaning in the landscapes we pass through.

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SUPPORT THIS PODCAST IN ANY AMOUNT: Thank you for your support, it helps keep me on the road and the photographs, poems, and podcasts flowing.

BUY PRINTS TO KEEP ME ON THE ROAD: My photography is for sale online at nathanlarson.com

QUESTIONS? We all have them. Send your questions and comments to podcast@nathanlarson.com

FOLLOW ME: If you can tolerate social media, I am everywhere, including @nathanlarsonphoto on Instagram.

HELP THIS PODCAST GROW: Remember to rate, review and subscribe on your podcast service to help this podcast grow and find more listeners. _________________

Made with love, Nate