Living Barefoot | 2009 October

Archive for October, 2009

The Living Barefoot Show – Episode 7 – We Interview Vivo Barefoot

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 29, 2009 ⋅ 4 comments

We have the pleasure of interviewing three key members from Terra Plana. Sabra Ellingson runs the USA operations for Terra Plana and Vivo Barefoot out of her New York Office. Damian Peat is the Terra Plana Brand Manager, and Ben le Vesconte is the Vivo Barefoot Brand Manager. Both Damian and Ben work out of the London UK head office.

Vibram updates FiveFingers site with Trek, Performa, and Moc

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 15, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Vibram FiveFingers released an update to the VibramFiveFingers.com site. The Trek, Performa and Moc are now listed. Go to VibramFiveFingers.com

Tonight – We Interview Sabra Ellingson from Vivo Barefoot

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 15, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Vivo Barefoot has a long list of stylish environmentally friendly minimalist shoes. We talk to Sabra about how Vivo Barefoot started and where it is going as a brand. We also find out more about the newly announced EVO running shoe, and upcoming Vivo Barefoot Events! If you have any questions for Sabra, call our [...]

We Interview Sabra Ellingson of Vivo Barefoot

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 13, 2009 ⋅ 2 comments

Sabra Ellingson works with Terra Plana’s Vivo Barefoot, makers of thin-soled and environmentally concious shoes for those who want normal looking shoes that help you walk naturally. We talk to Sabra about the history of Vivo Barefoot, company plans, and an exciting upcoming event. If you have any questions for Sabra, call our feedback line [...]

CNN Interviews Christopher McDougall about his best selling book, Born to Run

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 11, 2009 ⋅ One comment

What the Video has Christopher McDougall shows a CNN reporter how to run barefoot.

Review – Vibram FiveFingers Moc

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 7, 2009 ⋅ 17 comments

This is another strong product from Vibram’s FiveFinger lineup. The Mocs are incredibly comfortable, pleasantly warm, and feel luxurious. They are the most pleasant feeling FiveFingers I have tested to date. They are appropriate for most indoor activities, and offer some protection and warmth in a comfortable package. More than any other FiveFingers model, these are truly gloves for your feet.

The Living Barefoot Show – Episode 6 – We Interview Barefoot Moe and Vibram FiveFingers

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 5, 2009 ⋅ 2 comments

October 4th, 2009 Episode 6 We interview Barefoot Moe, A barefooter from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Barefoot Moe is a well known Canadian barefooter. We talk to Moe about growing up in El Salvador and his route to a barefoot lifestyle. Moe shares his advice, and his experiences barefooting in Canada as well as his thoughts [...]

Vibram’s choice not to release a women’s FiveFingers KSO Trek inspires petition

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 5, 2009 ⋅ One comment

In response to our interview with Vibram FiveFingers’ Marketing Associate Georgia Shaw, and her announcement that Vibram has no plans to release a women’s version of the just released KSO Trek model, listeners to the Living Barefoot Show have started a petition. Vibram’s FiveFingers team has always been known for listening to their audience. As [...]

The Living Barefoot Show – Episode 5 – Interview with Barefoot Ted

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 5, 2009 ⋅ 4 comments

We Interview Barefoot Ted: An avid barefooter, Barefoot Ted tells us the story about how he became a barefooter, started his own line of shoes, and was featured in the best selling book, Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. Also in our show, the barefoot news and more. Run Time: 59 minutes, 4 seconds. September [...]

We Interview Anemone

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 1, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Anemone is a disabled Vancouverite who needs to be barefoot because of the condition of her feet. We talk to Anemone about her experiences tomorrow. If you have any questions for Anemone, call our feedback line (1-888-868-2198) or use our interview question form.

We Interview Australia’s Anna Papji

By Al Gauthier ⋅ October 1, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Anna Papji is a Barefoot/Minimalist running who lives in Melbourne, Australia. We talk to Anna about barefooting in Australia tomorrow. If you have any questions for Anna, call our feedback line (1-888-868-2198) or use our interview question form.