Fearless & Far

Early Life and Background

Michael “Mike” Corey, known as Fearless & Far, was born on August 24, 1985, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. Growing up in a curious family, his dad, Lee Corey, owned Corey Nutrition Company, and his mom, Jane Corey, nurtured his love for nature. One of four siblings, Mike spent his childhood exploring New Brunswick’s rocky beaches, flipping rocks to find crabs and sea cucumbers, which fueled his fascination with animals. He went to Fredericton High School and later studied at the University of New Brunswick, graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology and Marine Biology. A traumatic moment in grade four, when he was forced to speak publicly about losing his pet hamster, sparked a fear of public speaking, but his early travels, like a solo trip to Indonesia in 2007, helped him conquer it.

Rise to Fame

Mike started his YouTube channel, “Fearless & Far,” on April 11, 2006, but his first major video, “La Tomatina tomato fight festival Spain,” dropped in September 2011. Initially called Kick the Grind, his channel evolved after he backpacked globally for five years, volunteering as a marine research assistant. His 2018 video “Whang-od Tattoo… gone wild? Kalinga tattoo Philippines” went viral, followed by “Catching Baboons with the Hadza People” in 2021, which racked up millions of views. His raw, immersive adventures, like joining Ethiopia’s Hamar tribe or eating with Venezuela’s Warao people, caught fire. Mike’s Instagram (@fearlessandfar) and TikTok grew with wild travel clips, making him a top adventure vlogger.... Show More

Early Life and Background

Michael “Mike” Corey, known as Fearless & Far, was born on August 24, 1985, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. Growing up in a curious family, his dad, Lee Corey, owned Corey Nutrition Company, and his mom, Jane Corey, nurtured his love for nature. One of four siblings, Mike spent his childhood exploring New Brunswick’s rocky beaches, flipping rocks to find crabs and sea cucumbers, which fueled his fascination with animals. He went to Fredericton High School and later studied at the University of New Brunswick, graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Zoology and Marine Biology. A traumatic moment in grade four, when he was forced to speak publicly about losing his pet hamster, sparked a fear of public speaking, but his early travels, like a solo trip to Indonesia in 2007, helped him conquer it.

Rise to Fame

Mike started his YouTube channel, “Fearless & Far,” on April 11, 2006, but his first major video, “La Tomatina tomato fight festival Spain,” dropped in September 2011. Initially called Kick the Grind, his channel evolved after he backpacked globally for five years, volunteering as a marine research assistant. His 2018 video “Whang-od Tattoo… gone wild? Kalinga tattoo Philippines” went viral, followed by “Catching Baboons with the Hadza People” in 2021, which racked up millions of views. His raw, immersive adventures, like joining Ethiopia’s Hamar tribe or eating with Venezuela’s Warao people, caught fire. Mike’s Instagram (@fearlessandfar) and TikTok grew with wild travel clips, making him a top adventure vlogger.

Videos and Content Style

Mike is a YouTuber, TV host, podcaster, and filmmaker known for diving into remote cultures and extreme experiences. His YouTube channel showcases videos like surviving in the Amazon, getting tattoos from a 101-year-old Filipino artist, or raiding baboon camps with Tanzania’s Hadza hunters. He films with a GoPro and Sony cameras, editing in a gritty, cinematic style. His Instagram highlights stunning shots of places like Pakistan’s mountains, while TikTok offers quick adventure bites. Mike hosts Uncharted Adventure on The Weather Channel and the Against the Odds podcast, and he’s appeared on BBC’s The Travel Show. His content is bold and curious, aiming to bust myths about misunderstood places and creatures, encouraging fans to face fears through travel.

Achievements and Recognition

Mike’s YouTube channel earned a Gold Play Button, and he won an Emmy for Outstanding Host for Uncharted Adventure. His podcast Against the Odds got an Ambie nomination, and he was nominated for Wanderlust Travel Media Influencer of the Year in 2022. Videos like his Hadza hunting adventure have millions of views, and Forbes called him a leading travel creator in 2023. X fans praise his fearless spirit, with one saying he “shows the world’s weirdest corners like no one else.”. He’s worked with brands like Tourism Australia and created short films for global tourism boards, winning international travel video competitions. His 2022 Hard Rock Media feature lauded his knack for authentic storytelling.

Personal Life

Mike lives in Fredericton, Canada, when not traveling, often spending months abroad in places like Tanzania or Indonesia. His relationship status is unclear—some sources claim he’s married to Sarah Johnson, others link him to Mariannela Cataño, but no recent confirmation exists, and he keeps his personal life private. He’s 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighs about 75 kg, with brown hair and blue eyes. Mike loves breakdancing, fencing (competed for a decade), and eating local foods like Ethiopian injera. He’s passionate about animals, often sharing his childhood obsession with insects. Close with his family, he credits his parents for teaching him curiosity, a core part of his brand.

Impact and Future

Mike Corey has inspired fans to chase adventure and face fears, showing the beauty of misunderstood places like the Democratic Republic of Congo or Mauritania. His videos, like tea with a Pakistani elder, highlight human connection, with X fans calling him “a bridge to the unknown.” He’s debunked stereotypes about cultures and wildlife, using his zoology background to educate. Mike’s work with tribes like Indonesia’s Toraja fosters understanding, and his solo travel advocacy empowers others to explore. Looking ahead, he plans to keep vlogging, expand his TV and podcast projects, and build a bigger team for Fearless & Far. With his love for truth and authenticity, Mike’s set to remain a trailblazer in adventure travel, pushing fans to embrace the wild.