Eric Hanson

The Hidden Story of Miranda Goes Outside

Thanks to LMNT for sponsoring this video! Head to http://DrinkLMNT.com/ERICHANSON to get your free sample pack with any purchase. Check out the behind the scenes and extras from this backpacking trip on my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/EricHanson @MirandaGoesOutside gear on this trip: M!GO Water Bottle: https://mazamadesigns.com/products/m-go-bottle (for pre-order) Tent: https://bit.ly/4hSqfUY Sleeping Bag: https://alnk.to/5Fc8XTr Sleeping mattress: https://bit.ly/3UruLQp Sleeping pad: https://alnk.to/6bWk3fY Camp pillow: https://bit.ly/41vQ5rU Backpack: https://alnk.to/dWdL4fc Pee Cloth: https://alnk.to/2QxVtBi Hiking shoes: https://amzn.to/4h2oIu0 Water filter: https://bit.ly/3DddWDw My gear on this trip: Trekking pole tent: https://alnk.to/6mR52c0 Sleeping bag: https://amzn.to/4gWwqpG Sleeping mattress: https://alnk.to/1N3ny18 Backpack: https://amzn.to/3DdjrSG Organizer bag: https://bit.ly/3Oivn7G (from my buddy's Etsy shop) Stove: https://amzn.to/3EVceHn Tri-flex stove adapter: https://amzn.to/4ifQfJr (for use with the Petrel cookpot) Cookpot: https://amzn.to/3QEQrX4 Insulated Food Pouch: https://alnk.to/flxJ4YN Camp cup: https://amzn.to/3U3wACY Camp Spork: https://amzn.to/4eFFcb9 Headlamp: https://amzn.to/3Y5pT4p Swivel Stool: https://amzn.to/3F7Ufxk Rainer's Gear from this trip: Tent: https://alnk.to/faCY6oN Sleeping bag: https://alnk.to/dptoifR Sleeping Mattress: https://alnk.to/3J7Ilm9 Backpack: https://bit.ly/3F9QOpV Fleece: https://alnk.to/dWdFeLG Pillow: https://alnk.to/8EKVOjq Down jacket: https://bit.ly/3XjvOU5 Miranda Webster and Rainer Golden have a unique YouTube success story. Miranda rose to internet fame while hosting a long-running series of YouTube videos for REI. Rainer got his start in Hollywod before working with Miranda at REI. But the tale of how they landed their roles and how they've grown an independent hiking and backpacking YouTube channel is quite the fascinating tale. The three of us sit down on a real backpacking trip in Arizona to discuss each of our unique journeys to get here. Throw in some hilarious side stories and you've got yourself a good time! This video is a bit different for me. It's more of a podcast interview with a few of my favorite creators. I hope you enjoy. Many of the above links are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. This is a great way support creators you enjoy! If you'd like to work with me, you can reach me at erichanson@thestation.io Chapters Intro: 00:00 What Does Rainer Do Here?: 01:35 Should More YouTubers Work with a Producer?: 04:37 How Miranda Got the REI YouTube Job: 07:05 How Rainer Got His Hollwood Start: 22:16 Wisdom for Young Creators: 29:58 Why I Use LMNT: 33:18 Miranda's One and Only Skill: 34:57 My Early Days of Backpacking: 37:35 Rainer's Early Days of REI and Backpacking: 42:18 Brilliant Advice for Novice Backpackers: 48:40 The Crazy and True Animal Attack Story: 54:12