Without Compromise

Matt Lyons: Balancing Hiking & Humor

In this episode of Without Compromise, we sit down with outdoor comedian and creator Matt Lyons to talk about the unlikely intersection of thru-hiking, internet fame, and making people laugh at themselves. Matt shares his journey from middle-school science teacher to full-time creator, how long days on the trail shaped his comedy, and why humor has become such a powerful way to connect with the outdoor community and beyond. Along the way, we dig into the origin of his “cringe comedy” style and why poking fun at gear culture and stereotypes can actually bring people closer together.We also get candid about the realities of life as a creator: burnout, algorithms, brand partnerships, and staying authentic while working with companies you genuinely believe in, like Athletic Brewing. Matt reflects on what it means to take the outdoors seriously without taking yourself too seriously, and how laughter can be an entry point for more people to feel like they belong outside. It’s a thoughtful, funny conversation about identity, community, and finding your lane on the trail and online.

Jeff Byard: Team Rubicon

As the new year begins, this episode of Without Compromise focuses on purpose, service, and what it means to step forward when others need help.We sit down with Jeff Byard, Senior Vice President of Operations at Team Rubicon, a veteran-led humanitarian organization that mobilizes volunteers to respond to disasters and humanitarian crises.Jeff shares lessons from a career in emergency management, including what effective leadership looks like in moments of uncertainty, how veterans and civilians find renewed purpose through service, and why showing up consistently matters more than titles or recognition.This conversation is a reminder that the start of a new year is not just about resolutions, but about commitment to others, to community, and to doing the work when it counts.Athletic Brewing is proud to support Team Rubicon and those who choose service without compromise.Learn more about volunteering with Team Rubicon at their website: teamrubiconusa.org

Hannah Melinchuk: Carving Her Own Path

In this episode of Without Compromise we sit down with professional skier and Athletic Brewing athlete Hannah Melinchuk, a force in the world of freeride skiing. Hannah has built her career on a blend of raw athletic talent, relentless work ethic, and a willingness to push into uncertainty. Her story is one of grit, self-belief, and trusting the long game.We dig into the path that brought her into skiing at a high level in college, including the turning points that helped her develop confidence in an unpredictable sport. Hannah opens up about training both body and mind, and balancing a life of athletic pursuits and a creative storyteller. She also shares what it means to pursue a career in outdoor athletics without compromising the values that keep her grounded.Whether you are an athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone exploring the edges of your own potential, her perspective offers something meaningful. So crack open an Athletic Brewing non-alcoholic beer and settle in. This episode is all downhill from here.

Pete Stetina: Professional Gravel Racer

In this episode of Without Compromise we reconnect with professional gravel racer Pete Stetina five years after his first appearance on the show. We catch up on life, talk about fatherhood, and reflect on how much has changed as Pete has grown both as an athlete and as a parent.Pete also has a new film on the horizon titled “Feeding the Rat” which explores the inner hunger that pushes people to test their limits and search for meaning beyond routine. While the episode focuses on our personal conversation the film offers an additional window into the themes that continue to shape his journey. If you are navigating your own shifts in balance and ambition this episode will resonate.The film will debut on December 12 at 10amET/7am PT on Canyon Bicycles YouTube. Follow Pete on social media for updates! @pstetina

Kevin Lyman: Founder of Warped Tour

Thirty summers, thousands of bands, millions of people connecting with music they love and will come to love and at the center of it all was the visionary who turned a wild idea into the Vans Warped Tour, the longest-running traveling music festival in American history, Kevin Lyman.In this episode of Without Compromise, Kevin joins us to reflect on three decades of music, community, and chaos that helped define a generation. From punk parking lots to global stages, he shares the stories, lessons, and purpose behind building a movement that connected artists and fans the world has never seen before.Here at Athletic Brewing, we’re celebrating 30 years of Vans Warped Tour with Side Stage, a golden, hoppy pale ale for those who still know every lyric but don’t bounce back from hangovers like they used to.Listen now for a conversation about staying grounded while shaping culture, building purpose-driven projects that last, and what it means to live without compromise.Learn more at athleticbrewing.com