With Brandon Kowallis

Your Weekly Dose of Adventure & Wisdom.

Join us as we explore the gripping survival and adventure stories of extraordinary people who were pushed beyond their limits—and the timeless wisdom they brought back with them.

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About the White Squall Podcast.

The White Squall Podcast dives deep into the incredible adventure stories of extraordinary people from all walks of life. Individuals who have pushed themselves beyond their limits to brave the unknown. From the miraculous and heartwarming to the terrifying and death-defying, we’ll examine how the lessons they’ve learned can inspire and guide us all.

Latest Episode

Trapped Beyond the Sump

Caver and explorer, Jill Jones, share the gripping tale of being trapped behind 300 feet of flooded cave passage over a thousand feet underground.

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Trapped in a narrow fissure a hundred feet underground

Dave Herrol

Lost and injured in a remote wilderness

James Taylor

An unexpected storm leaves a climber stranded

Kory Crandall

Featured Read: “Cursing at Mountains”

“A page-turner that challenges readers to think more creatively about how to solve problems in their own lives.” — Kirkus Reviews

Cursing at Mountains

If you finish an episode and find yourself craving more raw adventure and real-world insights, pick up a copy of Brandon’s latest book, Cursing at Mountains.

This inspirational novel pulls from Brandon’s own chaotic, beautiful, and terrifying experiences pushing past his comfort zones both above and underground. It’s packed with timeless wisdom for anyone looking to find direction, build resilience, and conquer their own summits.

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Meet Your Host

I’m Brandon Kowallis—cave explorer, outdoorsman, author, and host of The White Squall Podcast.”

Whether navigating dark, unexplored cave systems hundreds of feet underground or pushing my limits on a rugged mountain trail, I’ve spent my life fascinated by what happens to a person when the safety nets disappear unexpectedly.

As a father, husband, and adventurer, I built this podcast to explore the grit it takes to navigate life’s unanticipated white squalls. My goal is to paint a vivid, cinematic picture of our guests’ journeys so that you can live, feel, and learn from their experiences right alongside them.