The Rock Fight Podcast Network has announced the launch of its latest show, Open Container, hosted by award-winning outdoor journalist and Gear Institute contributor, Doug Schnitzspahn. Premiering January 21, the podcast delves into the deeper stories shaping outdoor culture and community, offering thoughtful conversations on creativity, conservation, politics, and adventure. Open Container invites listeners to explore how the outdoors inspire, teach, and heal, and how they connect to larger societal issues.
Host Doug Schnitzspahn, known for his roles as editor-in-chief of Elevation Outdoors and Outdoor Retailer’s The Daily, brings decades of experience and global adventure to the show. His adventures have spanned the globe, from skiing in Switzerland to fly fishing in Mexico, and Doug’s passion for storytelling and exploration fuels discussions with guests who find meaning and solutions in nature.
“The outdoors is not a niche. It’s essential to our lives and who we are as a species. With Open Container, we wanted to create a space for more in-depth conversations,” says Schnitzspahn. “We’re diving into the complexities of the outdoor world—exploring not just where we go outside, but why it matters and how it connects to broader issues like community, environmental stewardship, and creative expression. While the world may be full of anxiety right now—climate change, politics, cultural upheaval—there are answers in the outdoors.”
Building on the success of The Rock Fight Podcast, Open Container offers a more nuanced perspective, featuring episodes with notable figures such as athlete Dani Reyes-Acosta, filmmaker Chad Brown, and ski mountaineer Caroline Gleich (who recently ran for the US Senate). Topics include redefining the outdoor narrative, conservation leadership, and using awe as a tool for personal and community growth.
Open Container will be available on all major platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Listeners can preview the trailer now at rockfight.co.
