Hiker Trash Radio

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is hiker and educator, Alasdair Green! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Cole, Jason Kinosh, and Michael Kucharski make a triumphant return to the podcast to share some Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as the boys take Doc for a ride to the slopes of Aconcagua, to the dirt tracks of grueling ultras, to the snow-covered peaks of the Northeastern U.S., and a fall down the side of the tallest mountain in the lower 48. Unbelievable stories from some epic adventurers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner and creator/owner of Jolly Gear, Bennett "Jolly" Fisher joins Doc to talk about huge developments in his life. Settle in and buckle up as Jolly covers some serious ground in this feel-good discussion, including pink tiaras, Quadzilla, a boy and his dad on the AT in 2015, serious pillow talk, puffy bacteria, heavy lifting, one square, galloping gazelles, Pop Tart Sommelier, crying over mashed potatoes and olive oil, fractured feet, trail proposals, and Walkie Talkie. Phew! An unforgettable episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is Triple Crowner and creator of Jolly Gear, Bennett "Jolly" Fisher! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hiker and outdoor advocate Nelson Holland joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and diversity in the outdoors. Settle in and buckle up as Nelson shares a variety of experiences, including how this New Yorker ended up in Colorado pursuing his newfound passion for the outdoors. Listen up and you'll hear about the early days of hiking in Air Jordans, hiking down a mountain with one shoe, bison herds, the Land of Make Believe, Costa Rica wildlife encounters, 14ers, barriers to diversity in the outdoors, and how one conversation shifted his reality. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Maddie Pellman, from the Who Runs This Park? podcast, drops in to exchange exceptional guests with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as both Doc and Maddie (good smelling Hiker Trash), share some of their favorite guests and stories from their podcasts. Have your pens ready because there may be some college credit available at the end of this episode. Maddie covers three different National Park superintendents, while Doc covers an exceptional expeditionist, an unbelievably thrilling finish to the world's toughest race, and an epic cyclist. You won't be disappointed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is hiker and outdoor advocate, Nelson Holland! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Belgian ultra runner Ivo Steyaert sits down with Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk about his literal and figurative journeys. Settle in and buckle up as Ivo, as he is wont to do, covers A LOT of ground in his conversation with Doc. Listen closely, and you'll hear about non-athletic beginnings, shoe nostalgia, the Death March, the discovery of his super power, managing the suffering, back of the pack stories, breaking through barriers, stopping to smell the roses, FKTs, goosebumps, completing a six-day ultra with four days of tendonitis, and a Backyard Championship finish for the ages. Unbelievable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, lawyer, and car crash survivor William "Gangster" Rhyne sits down with Doc to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as "G" shares his story, including discussion of shoe gurus, 3,000-mile underwear, pig iron magic, refluffing some good gear, Goldie, Shredzilla, using it all, impossible choices, diabolically difficult sections, houseplant potential, the dumbest thing he's ever done, and how his life changed in an instant after a bike vs. car head-on collision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With California and Oregon under their hip belts, Maggie "Mariposa" Konopasek and Kyle "Bits" Ott sit down with Doc to talk about their experience so far on the PCT. Settle in and buckle up as 'Posa and Bits discuss Sierra suncups, glissading gone wrong, birthday celebrations on a really high mound of granite, the NorCal Blues, Carbs, problem solving on the trail, dodging fires in Oregon, AQIs in the 400s, and how to stay in the moment as the grand adventure is coming to a close. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Therapist, adventurer, and author Erik Schlimmer set Doc up on the couch for some therapy and some excellent trail talk. With 1,200 nights camped out under the stars, 2,700 peaks climbed, and 17,000 miles hiked, Erik has a lot of material to pull from. Settle in and buckle up as Erik ranges far and wide in his discussion with Doc, including talk of base weight, peak bagging, witch hobble, old school measurements, Hiker Trash math, Mother Goose, Empty Head, the Trans Adirondack Route, trail names, setting goals to combat post trail/peak depression, the naming of things, and context, lots of context. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stuntwoman, TV host, and conservationist Alice Ford takes a brief break from all the things to sit down with Doc and talk some outdoor adventure. Settle in and buckle up as Alice, as is her way, covers a lot of ground, including discussions of her college athletic career (three Division I sports!), getting off the hamster wheel, challenging yourself, the series of events that led to Alice's Adventures on Earth, backpacking with no tent or sleeping bag, the East Coast Trail, Adventure Racing, and one of the world's most dangerous hikes to the top of Half Dome in Yosemite. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it take to hike all three of America's long trails in one calendar year? Settle in and listen up as Doc and special co-host Jeff "Legend" Garmire talk to the four thru hikers who took on this feat in 2022 and completed what has been called the most prestigious accomplishment in long-distance hiking. Charlie "Kansas Express" Janssen, Rene "Boomerang" Heinrich, Carl "Professor" Stanfield, and Jack "Quadzilla" Jones address the questions you want answered: Why? Gear? Sequence? Highs, lows, and the unexpected? Tune in for a mind-blowing episode with some true thru hiking royalty.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikertrashradio/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is stuntwoman, TV host, and conservationist, Alice Ford! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mountaineer and current PCT hiker Tyler "Whitney" Yezman takes a brief respite from the fires up north to talk trail and mountains with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Whitney covers some serious ground with Doc, including discussions of trail beards, how many lawns it takes to California, lay pads, dirt naps, Treebeard, Whittlespoon, hiker hobble, the allure of Mt. Whitney, Mile Mile and a Half, Olympus struggles, Netflix and chill, and how exactly a Detroit metro boy ended up in the Great Outdoors. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and skater David "Moondog" Roop takes a break from his latest adventures to talk Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Moondog details what he's been up to since thru skating the Natchez Trace Trail with Justin Bright. During their discussion, Moondog talks about kerfluffles on Key West, bouncers, trekking pole misery, Molasses, Scavenger Princess, lost skateboards, sketchy roads, Cyber Truck hitches, giardia and its cure, peeing out your muscles (!), and discovering just how deep the Rio Grande is. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner Dillon "Enigma" Dise drops in on Doc to talk some trail, both domestic and international. A well traveled thru hiker with 13,000 miles under his feet, Enigma expounds upon the adventure of hiking international trails. In this fun-filled episode, we take a trip on the Pyrenean Haute Route (HRP) a nearly 500-mile-long journey with an insane amount of elevation gain. Along the way, you'll hear about Andora, Tolkien-like vistas, PUDs, chalets, legit food and drink, two Czechs, and several good reasons why not to become a sommelier.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikertrashradio/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is thru hiker and thru skater, David "Moondog" Roop! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner, author, and legendary PCT trail angel Barney "Scout" Mann returns to the studio to talk about some major life developments. Settle in and buckle up as Scout shares his introduction to thru hiking, lessons from Dad, returning sit upon pads, Pop Tart Pocket Warmers, hiking limpets, packed vans, imaginary numbers, Guy with Buffalo, Team Snowplow, Journeys North, the importance of showing up, the end of an era, and paying it forward. An instant classic.https://barneyscoutmann.com/Journeys North Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Author, athlete, and race director of the Montana Meltdown Jeff Garmire sits down with Doc to talk about the myriad of adventures swirling about him. Settle in and buckle up as Jeff catches Doc up on everything past and present, including living in France, serial obsessions, 6,000 pinecones, hitches, tattoos, breaking the course record while finishing sixth, podcast trees, the Army of Haters, the art of puke videos, yellow jackets, high schooler slang, and the impact of one broken zipper. Hilarious. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is Triple Crowner, author, and legendary PCT trail angel Barney "Scout" Mann! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, Renaissance Man, and Vice President of Six Moon Designs, Whitney "Allgood" La Ruffa drops in from his world travels to talk trail and share some very exciting news with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Allgood takes Doc on a rollicking conversation, including discussions of Adventure Trekking, All Day Carry, not hating yourself, seeing the world at human speed, adventures with too much chili and no Imodium, expectations, Idaho hiking, trail legends, becoming a Hiker Trash Radio Triple Crowner, and, of course, Nature's Wet Wipe. Hilarious. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Digital media creator and hybrid mountain athlete Chad "Hooch" Lubinski sits down to share what's he's been up to on and off the trails. Settle down and buckle up as Hooch takes Doc on a trip through a wide variety of topics, including Peanut Butter and Mountains, neck cloths, sunhoodie slander, an unusual take on tank tops, sunscreen mistakes, R3, the Wonderland Trail, suffering, bear encounters, his new relationship with risk, and why he's currently in the middle of an identity crisis. You don't want to miss this one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is thru hiker, Renaissance Man, and Vice President of Six Moon Designs, Whitney "Allgood" LaRuffa! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Conservationist, Triple Crowner, and new author Rue McKenrick drops into the studio to talk about his labor of love, The American Perimeter Trail. Settle in and buckle up as Rue, like his epic trail, covers some serious ground in this one. Listen up and you'll hear about Poetic Speed, Coach Rue, trouble enough, hiking like you live, evolution, existential moments, Intuitive Backpacking, sharing your gift, the attention economy, Overtraining Syndrome, and the extreme need to separate the wheat from the chaff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and semi-regular denizen of Antarctica, Annemarie "Zipsss" Athey comes in from the cold to talk trail and Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Zipsss takes Doc on the winding path of her life, including discussions of her Army brat start, the banking life, Chuckwagon, Morocco, getting the itch, dangerous Google searches, Great Walks, carney life, sorting life out, hiking in pajamas, and how a parrot ruined her thru hike. An instant classic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is digital creator and hybrid mountain athlete Chad "Hooch" Lubinski! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Environmental explorer, adventurer, climber, author and documentary filmmaker Tim Jarvis comes in from the cold to talk some Shackleton with Doc. With 13 Antarctic expeditions under his belt, Tim shares some incredible moments from his time on the ice, including his recreation of Ernest Shackleton's voyage from Elephant Island across the Southern Ocean to South Georgia and the subsequent overland trek to Stromness Whaling Station, all while using only the clothing and technology available during Shackleton's voyage. Along the way, the two discuss an unexpected visit from Father Christmas at the South Pole, the best way to serve congealed lard, breaking down the big problems into manageable chunks, pulling 500-pound sleds on the ice, and all the joy that comes with six sailors sharing the same tight quarters on a small boat on the open ocean for two weeks. Use your imagination; I promise it's not enough.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikertrashradio/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, photographer, and outdoor apparel manufacturer James "Magnet" Parsons sits down to catch up with Doc. Magnet, who dropped out of the 9-5 rat race to pursue a life based on the outdoors, covers a lot of ground in his discussion with Doc, including his own personal research, the Alpha Fleece, auto shop teachers, concept trails, the West Highland Way, new verbs, the Arizona Trail, Peroni's, mashed potato snow, a new type of trail angel, and the difference between thru hikers and ultramarathoners. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jelle Veyt takes a brief break from his human-powered expedition of climbing the Seven Summits to join Doc in the studio to talk about his adventures. Settle in and buckle up as Jelle discusses both his incredible life journey as well as his journey to become the first person to ever get to and climb the highest peak on each continent by human power. During this incredible conversation, Jelle covers a lot of ground, including living on the streets for three years as a teenager, being made fun of by Sherpas, pitching his hammock just high enough to avoid the crocodiles, a 40 below cycle through Alaska, rowing while puking for 16 days, and just how much world context he has gained as he has traveled to and summitted five of the seven peaks so far. Jelle also shares his plans for getting to the last two summits, Aconcagua (South America) and Vinson Massif (Antarctica!). Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer conservationist, Triple Crowner, and author Rue McKenrick! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and author Lauren "Long Way" Roerick joins Doc in the studio to talk about some less familiar thru hikes out there. Settle in and buckle up as Long Way covers some serious territory in this episode, including discussion of Piglet, sunhoodies, thigh high mud, the Hexatrek, rugby, jiu jitsu, Chinese tonal throat singing, raccoon-like activities, hypothermic fun, the magic of not knowing what you're doing, Te Araroa, and the right to bivouac. An instant classic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ridge Runner, thru hiker, and environmentalist Ray "Bones" Stinson drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Bones spills the tea on a wide variety of topics, including tarps, bidets, thru hiker brain, Jansport backpacks, swimmers ear on trail, the nomadic lifestyle, tearing down Stonehenge, definite water vs. potential water, Leave No Trace, Scatter, Pig Pen, and, of course, the Tuscarora Trail. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer is thru hiker and semi-regular denizen of Antarctica, Annemarie "Zipsss" Athey! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Garage Grown Gear CEO and co-founder Lloyd "Redundant L" Vogel drops into the studio to talk gear and trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Redundant L and Doc dive deep into a number of topics, including discussions of digital minimalism, Light phones, a wide range of diet choices, pinecone helpers, discovery and awe in unusual places, outdoor industry life cycles, new and upcoming gear, the illusion of dry bags, just items, and both hiking and life hacks. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and author of The Dirtbag's Guide to Life Tim "Darko" Mathis joins Doc in the studio to share some stories and explore what makes a meaningful life. Settle in and buckle up as Darko waxes eloquent on what you do when you find the right pack, Boldly Went, soul-destroying occupations, going against the grain, the magic of Gouda, providing context, threading the needle, Nips, 6'2", and having a knack for making people wonder if you're brilliant or just weird. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer thru hiker and outdoor clothing manufacturer James "Magnet" Parsons! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ultralight thru hiking evangelist and the Wildfire Communications Manager and Public Information Officer for the Washington Department of Natural Resources, Ryan "Sparky" Rodruck sits down with Doc to talk trail and what every hiker should know about the impact of fires on their favorite activity. Settle in and buckle up as Sparky discusses his 10-pound base weight, KnowItAll, Five-Pound Pete, party fouls, bidet practice, the Loowit Trail, blast zones, cautionary tales, and everything you need to know about wildland fires and how to be safe out there. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hikers, trail runners, Ironman athletes, mixed mode adventurers, and now authors Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger sit down with Doc to talk about their latest adventures. Settle in and buckle up as the engineer and scientist share how they've stayed connected to the trail with their new book, Thruhikers - A Guide to Life on the Trail. Along the way you'll hear about Hiker Trash moments, the perils of being an adrenaline junkie, The Lost Coast, feeling foolish, and a ton of tips to help you get ready to conquer your next adventure. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer is mountaineer and adventurer Jelle Veyt! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner Andrew "Tetanus" Black joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Minnesota farm kid Tetanus covers some serious ground, including discussion of calf compression sleeves, Ballsack, Gone with the Wind, Hiker Trash moments, knowing your reason, the Suck Factor of each of America's long trails, and being back at the homepage with too many options in front of you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hiker, philosopher, dishwasher, author, and creator of Gossamer Gear, Glen Van Peski joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail, gear, and life lessons. Settle in and buckle up as Glen and Doc cover a lot of ground, including how to create margin, sub 5-pound base weight, purple fleece sleeping socks, fuss factor, Barbie Gone Bad at MTR, packing for Matthew McConaughey, spur of the moment 4,200-mile bike rides across the country as a teen, the Gossamer Gear story, and lessons from his new book, Take Less, Do More. Tune in and gain some IQ points on this one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bennett "Jolly" Fisher takes a quick break from the trail and from his hiking apparel company, Jolly Gear, to sit down with Doc in the studio to chat about some Type II fun. From his early start as an 18-year-old on his first overnight hike (um, the entire Appalachian Trail!) to his current ultralight status with a seven-pound pack on the PCT, Jolly shares his evolution as a thru hiker and a person. Listen in and hear about heartbreak on the AT, a new definition of Hiker Trash, the importance of putting the What Ifs out of your mind, and the creation of one of the hottest brands out on the trail, Jolly Gear!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikertrashradio/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer is thru hiker and author Lauren "Long Way" Roerick! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and co-owner of FarOut Guides, Alice "Holstein" Bodnar sits down with Doc in the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as the former high strung Holstein shares her journey from growing up on a dairy farm in Arkansas to becoming a chemist to becoming an attorney to running the favorite app of thru hikers, FarOut. Listen up and you'll hear about trail decompression, The Perfect Year, a confused wind, and the incredible story of how Ryan "Guthook" Linn and Paul "Tangent" Bodnar found themselves with the right skills and background at the exact right time for the birth of the ultimate hiking app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, trail runner, and FKTer Connor "Jackrabbit" Chapdelaine joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as Jackrabbit covers a wide swath of territory in this rollicking conversation. Listen carefully, and you'll hear about his Hiker Trash Moment, Pedro Martinez on the trail, fart baseball, Jackpot, Man Alive, bidet users flexing on the rest of us, Archimedes, fun with bear bags, escalation protocol, who the real enemy is out there, and where not to take a nap. Hilarious and epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer is CEO and co-founder of Garage Grown Gear, Lloyd Vogel! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce and Maggie Tate join Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk about The Great Loop, a 6,000-mile journey through the waterways and lakes of the eastern U.S. Settle in and buckle up as the two cover the highlights and lowlights of their up-close experience with America, including living on a 29-foot Ranger Tug for nine months, shifting power dynamics, dockmageddon, dolphins, tragedy on the water, crotch pots, big waves, and being of assistance when needed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Author and thru hiker Jack McClure drops into the studio to discuss what happened when he and his wife Alana took their 9-month-old on a PCT thru hike last year. Settle in and buckle up as Jack shares how a kid from suburban Chicago with zero outdoor adventure experience ended up living in Arctic Alaska and planning a PCT thru hike with his young family. During the conversation, Jack talks about tucking tail in the Brooks Range, baby shake down hikes, sharing hiking poles, the real Lost Coast, trail-related relationship stressors, drinking with wolves, and the value of epi pens on the trail. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special bonus episode, Doc debates Carl Mandrioli, host of the Backpacking and Blisters podcast, on what is the world's toughest race. Doc advocates and defends the Barkley Marathons, and Carl does the same for the Eco Challenge. Stuntwoman and TV host Alice Ford weighs into the fray as the guest moderator and judge. Settle in and buckle up as Doc and Carl dust off their high school debating skills and duke it out, and Alice does her best to filter through the heated rhetoric and come up with a winner. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.