This Professional Kiteboarder Followed His Childhood Dream

This Professional Kiteboarder Followed His Childhood Dream

Sam Medysky is a professional kiteboarder. Born and raised in a small town just north of Toronto, Ontario, Sam started kiting when he was 9 years old. By the age of 13, Sam began competing professionally. Since then, he has become a six-time Canadian National Champion, global competitor and amongst the top kiteboarders in the world in his disciplines.

Jaclyn Whittal: Storm Hunter

Jaclyn Whittal: Storm Hunter

You can find meteorologist Jaclyn Whittal wherever there is dangerous weather—she chases storms for a living.
She has reported from seven hurricanes, including hurricane Michael, the strongest she had ever encountered, a category 4 hurricane in the Florida Panhandle.

She has reported from thunderstorms, earthquakes, and extreme weather all around the world for the Weather Network, with her co-host and fellow meteorologist Mark Robinson. “It’s so fascinating, and the best way to learn about it is to put yourself in it.”