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Tales From El Buho

Tales From El Buho

By Jan MIllsaps

El Buho Cafe, located at Potrero Chico, Mexico, serves coffee to hundreds of rock climbing enthusiasts from around the world. Global nomads, sports enthusiasts, all amazing people and with fantastic stories. I'm excited to share them with you here at Tales from El Buho.
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Celine talks about immigration, solo female traveling, and EPC

Tales From El BuhoMar 17, 2023

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Celine talks about immigration, solo female traveling, and EPC

Celine talks about immigration, solo female traveling, and EPC

Celine Wlasichuk is an immigration lawyer in Canada, a courageous climber and solo female traveler. This interview was recorded in spring os 2022, and since then she has continued to practice law and push herself on the rocks. 

Mar 17, 202301:08:22
The Legacy Podcast with Mike, Sean, & Shaefer

The Legacy Podcast with Mike, Sean, & Shaefer

Mike, Sean, and Shaefer talk about the growth of Potrero Chico, the growth of El Buho coffee shop, swap some stories of rescues, failed buddy systems, and advice for anybody coming down to rock climb at EPC.  This was such a fun podcast to record!

If you are interested in connecting with El Buho, hit us up on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ElBuhoCafemx

If you are interested in supporting the work we are doing in El Buho, you can always donate here... https://www.aplos.com/aws/give/ClimbersforChrist/Buho

Jan 04, 202201:07:47
Fred shares his story of immigration from Iran to Canada, his career as a psychotherapist & public speaker, and inspiration for and from his books.
Nov 01, 202101:10:25
Shaefer talks about everything from Immigration & Refugees to Rescue Squad at El Potrero Chico

Shaefer talks about everything from Immigration & Refugees to Rescue Squad at El Potrero Chico

Shaefer Church is serving as the manager at El Buho for his second season, after one season as a volunteer barista. In this episode he opens up about his thoughts of topics ranging from refugees (based on his service at refugee camps in Afghanistan), immigration (based on his time in Mexico & Honduras), and racial injustices - the things that move and motivate him.  

He also talks about the recovery and rescue efforts of famed climber Brad Gobright, who unfortunately died in a climbing accident in November 2019. 

Donations are always accepted for the operation expenses at El Buho, Click on this link and then choose the Buho icon. You can either give to individual staff or towards our General expenses.  

Oct 21, 202155:51
Jacob talks Venezuela jungle living, exotic alarm clocks, and missionary kid life

Jacob talks Venezuela jungle living, exotic alarm clocks, and missionary kid life

Jacob Heard tells us stories from his childhood living with an Indian tribe in the Venezuelan jungle then the city in Mexico, and the impact of growing up outside of the USA.  

Jun 01, 202154:52
Rob talks about road relationships, naming cars, and cruise ship jobs.

Rob talks about road relationships, naming cars, and cruise ship jobs.

Robert Freidel , a climber from South Dakota, talks about leaving home at sixteen to live in the woods and climb, working on cruise ships and traveling, and his experience with road relationships. 

May 20, 202101:02:26
Comrade Alex discusses Socialism 101, Cuddle Parties, & Jesus

Comrade Alex discusses Socialism 101, Cuddle Parties, & Jesus

In this episode, Alex Walter gives us a lesson about socialism, breaking it down for us. He also tells us about the four C's he lives by and what it's like to travel and climb when one isn't just as into climbing as they used to be. 

May 01, 202159:12
Joshua talks about the Army, Montana foraging, Icelandic trees and more

Joshua talks about the Army, Montana foraging, Icelandic trees and more

Today's guest is Joshua Wood, a climber from Ohio.  He is a six year army vet who got some good financial advice starting out, and has had adventures and misadventures that led to sand dunes and foraging in Montana and now traveling about Mexico. Enjoy!

Apr 17, 202101:05:48
Jenna talks trench foot, Lyme disease, & dumpster diving
Apr 02, 202156:01
Let's talk frankly, the only way one should talk with Frank Madden.

Let's talk frankly, the only way one should talk with Frank Madden.

Frank Madden, author of the EPC Guide Book, talks about Mexico, culture, traveling to EPC, and some experiences he's had over the years while south of the border.  Hear about canceling bats, what you absolutely MUST do when you come to Mexico, and the interesting beginnings of his guide book. 


Follow El Buho at https://www.facebook.com/ElBuhoCafemx/

Buy Frank's Guide Book at https://www.epcclimbing.com/store/p2/EPC_Climbing%3A_A_Climber%27s_Guide_to_El_Potrero_Chico_1st_Edition.html


Mar 15, 202101:11:27
Coffee, Cross Culture Kids, and Cafe Life

Coffee, Cross Culture Kids, and Cafe Life

Meet Andres Malo and hear about his experience living in the USA as a Mexican kid. Also, extra points if your Christian metal band name can top his. 

You can find Andres on Instagram by his name or his coffee company (Bad Morals).

Don't forget to follow and support the Buho Cafe on instagram and Facebook as well!


Mar 02, 202146:16
A Four Year Subaru Odyssey

A Four Year Subaru Odyssey

Today we hear about Leland Sargent's four years of travels and car living. He gives good advice for living in small spaces, budgeting, working on the road, as well as sharing his sunshine and beautiful heart with us.

This was recorded at the conclusion of his journey. We wish him the very best in his next chapter.

*Look on Spotify for his amazing playlist "Breakfast Bangers" to get your groove on and lift your mood.

Feb 14, 202137:53
Laos may be landlocked, but it's still Laotian.
Jan 29, 202136:12
Tales from El Buho Trailer

Tales from El Buho Trailer

El Buho Cafe is a not for profit coffee shop located within view of El Potrero Chico in Hidalgo Mexico.  Our customers are global vagabonds, rock climbing enthusiasts, and all in all interesting people. Everyone has a stories, and it's my pleasure to share them here with you. 

Jan 20, 202101:29