Hiker Trash Radio

Educators, packers, and outfitters Arnold "Smoke" Elser and Eva (maybe "Itchy") Maggi join Doc in the studio to talk about a labor of love seven decades in the making: Hush of the Land: A Lifetime in the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Settle in and buckle up as Smoke and Eva share insights and stories from Smoke's 70 years of working outdoors in Montana. During this engaging conversation, you'll hear about 19-year-old Smoke's journey from high school graduation in Ohio all the way to Montana, Smoke's Packing Class at the University of Montana, night herding, cave crawls, grizzly encounters, the benefits of packing and outfitting (real chocolate cake instead of dehydrated), and some very interesting answers to the Hiking Poll. 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.

Thru hiker Sam "Shade" Carter joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as Shade, just like he did in 2023, covers some serious ground. Listen in as he discusses a ridiculous base weight, unicycling, emergency blankets, lessons learned on the trail, Bitcoin, Guthook, Barrel Roll, Hiker Trash moments, Megatrash Pop Tart, and what exactly happened out there last year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Maggie "Mariposa" Konopasek and Kyle "Bits" Ott provide a PCT hike update from Kennedy Meadows! With 700 miles complete, the duo share their experience so far, complete with expectations, prep, staying with Scout and Frodo, snakes, sky islands, and a very, very unpleasant experience with sweet potatoes. Tune in and take notes if a hike of the iconic PCT is in your future! 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 Chris "Mrs. Ion" Woodside sits down with Doc in the studio to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as the author and historian shares the wonder of gore tex, moldy books, freezing legs, the danger of hiking poles, love and chaos, phones on the wall, resilience, the Eight-Legged Thing, meeting your real self, learning, transformation, and the importance of having the experience you need. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lauren "Magic Eight Ball" Rump and Kris "Buttercup" Townsend sit down with Doc to talk about CureSearch and its fundraiser, Ultimate Hike, which raises money for pediatric cancer research. Settle in and buckle up as Eight Ball and Buttercup range far and wide in this episode, including discussions of bathtub spaghetti, Half Dome lies, squirting in the right spot, rival hiking clubs, cheating on the hiking poll, motorcycle hitches, the Baton Memorial Death March, and emotional, goose bump moments while raising money to change lives. Unforgettable. 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 volunteers are thru hikers and authors Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger! 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 casually employed marine biologist Garry "Phish Out of Water" Teesdale takes a breather to join Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to kick off Season 8 of the podcast. Settle in and buckle up as Phish relates how he was finally able to break free from the Golden Handcuffs of business ownership so he could pursue he true passions. During this far ranging conversation, Phish shares stories from his Triple Crown hikes, finally being able to make choices without worry, the process of letting go, living with less, soul adventuring, Hiker Trashdom, food and food disposal, and completing the Great Western Loop via the Hayduke Trail. An epic start to Season 8! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the Season 7 finale of Hiker Trash Radio, author, motivational speaker, and thru hiker Briana "Rocky Mountain High" DeSanctis joins Doc in the studio to share her experiences from her two-year hike of the 6,800-mile American Discovery Trail. Settle in and buckle up as the first female completer of this epic covers a lot of ground (appropriately!) with Doc, including topics like frozen wet wipes, mixed media hiking, cart pushers, walking snacks, road kill, and all the details on what it takes to hike across the country and see America up close and personal. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In an instant classic, thru hiker and trail creator Thomas Bouïssaguet joins Doc in the studio to talk about the newly created long trail in France, the HexaTrek. During their conversation, the pair cover a lot of ground, including talk of berets, emergency alcohol, French pocket knives, aggressive mountains, holding grudges, the danger of being named Kevin or Dylan in France, the value of a charcuterie board on the trail, and the appropriate steps to take when confronted by a literal minefield between you and your next campsite. One hilarious moment after another in this episode.--- 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.

World-class ultra runner and co-founder of the Vertical Tuesday Running Club, Frank the Tank Gielen steps off the trail and into the studio to chat with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as The Tank covers some serious ground with Doc, including ignoring the suck, just getting warmed up after 80 kilometers, Concrete Clark, Slammers, the Dropkick Murphys, Laz Lake mind farts, hallucinations, dirt naps, the Big Dog Backyard, Belgian math, the Barkley, the family jewels, and how just about everything is doable. Epic guest. 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 writer Katie "Double Dip" Jackson checks in with Doc before leaving for an epic thru hike of the Continental Divide Trail. Settle in and buckle up as Double Dip overshares and fills the awkward silences in a wide-ranging trail talk with Doc. During the discussion, Double Dip covers all the important info, like priority topics at the doctor's office, the danger of checking the boxes, Euchre and Canasta, pizza and ramen burgers, anxious dads, Barf Bag, down hoods, trail spice, torn meniscuses, lightning excitement, and how to get a concussion at 4 miles per hour. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Outdoor adventurer Mark Sky takes a brief respite from his human-powered trip from British Columbia to Argentina to drop into the studio and speak with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Mark shares stories from the trail and from his past, including adventure racing in Fiji, naked bungee jumping, traveling through cartel country, and biking through the California and Arizona deserts in 110-degree heat. With nine months of this current adventure under his belt, Mark still has plenty of excitement in front of him, including a 600-mile kayaking section and a summit of the highest peak in the Americas, Mt. Aconcagua. Epic guest, epic episode. 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 one half of the duo who completed the first successful SOBO winter thru hike of the PCT, Shawn "Pepper" Forry sits down to talk trail and the good old days with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as the two take a trip down memory lane, including references to mom's lasagna, PocketMail, paper maps, flip phones, and modems. They also spend quite a bit of time talking about hiking, too, including Chafe Fests, crime scenes, the sweet spot, glory miles, the joy of sleeping in unknown places, and packing your slippers. Pepper also shares his incredible winter SOBO hike of the PCT with Trauma, which was chock full of misery, sleet, postholing, and frostbite. Unforgettable. 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 the Godfather of Ultralight Backpacking, Glen Van Peski! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hikers and mental health advocates Maggie "Mariposa" Konopasek and Kyle "Important Bits" Ott take a brief break from their PCT planning and drop into the studio to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 'Posa and IB share their adventures, their mental health journey and their efforts to raise money for Bigger Than The Trail via their website (https://www.bttt.run/hiking-for-happiness). During the conversation, they cover a lot of ground, including discussions of leg pillows, night sweats, moose in camp, life-changing car accidents, the Ice Age Trail, the JMT, Whirly Bird, safety logs, disconjugate eye motion, wet bandits, shenanigans, toilet paper anxiety, and, of course, ramen bombs, whiskey, and cribbage. 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 Amanda "Not a Chance" Timeoni drops into the studio to talk trail and all things Hiker Trash with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Chance shares a few stories from her four PCT hikes and her current locale in Death Valley, including her inspiration, lessons learned, sketchy hitches, working to hike, and how to get others to take a hint. 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 Christine Reed drops into the studio to discuss her new book, Blood Sweat Tears, a compilation of 26 stories from women+ authors. In this unique episode, Doc and Christine venture into a new genre: thru hiker art house. The two cover a lot of ground in this episode, including the writing process, putting yourself out there, fits and starts, mental stewing, deadlines, universal themes, and the powerful act of walking in someone else's shoes. Doc tries his had at dramatic reading and literary analysis, and Christine tries her best to set him straight. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner, computer scientist, and Eagle Scout Elliott "River Dance" Chidre takes a brief break from hiking and vulnerability research to join Doc in studio to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as River Dance takes Doc through his Triple Crown Hikes, from those first rainy steps at Harper's Ferry to the final ones skirting the fires at the Canadian border. Along the way, we'll hear about Nalgenes, Sunny D, walking breakfasts, the REI thru hiking class, flip flops, Two Clicks, and full hitches. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jake "The Animal" Rastas calms down for a bit and joins Doc in the studio to talk about his incredible 12-month journey from being a non-runner to an ultra runner completing his first 100-miler. Settle in and buckle up as Jake covers a lot of ground in this wide-ranging interview, including his time on the gridiron in North Dakota as D1 football player, his oppositional disposition, getting ear-holed, being a pathological extrovert, the importance of signing up, imposter syndrome, lightning storms, sauna training, and what exactly happens when someone tells Jake he won't be able to do something. 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 the first female finisher of the Barkley Marathons, Jasmin Paris! 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 Audrey "Glowstick" Payne returns to the studio to talk about the O Circuit, the Wonderland Trail, and her brand new AT memoir, Where the Rhododendrons Bloom. Settle in and buckle up as Glowstick spills the tea on sock liners, spinal fusions, far flung adventures, Pika, Moss, Rock Hound, thigh high snow, and the five-year journey from trail to publication. 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 filmmaker Titouan "Yeehaw" Le Roux joins Doc from somewhere in the French Alps to talk all things thru hiking. Settle in and buckle up as Yeehaw delivers a master class on the thru hiking experience, including the importance of no expectations, his Hiker Trash moment, the joy of snow, 70% suck ratios, shin splints, Beer Slide, Shortcut, recognizing the signs in Idlewyld, brown streaks in the snow, masochistic tendencies, winning, intentional and unintentional glissades, and the gamut of feelings and thoughts as you close in on the terminus. 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 four-time finisher of the Barkley Marathons, Jared Campbell! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner, hiking legend, and iconic thru hiker Jeff "IBTAT" Oliver returns to the studio to talk trail with Doc. Fresh off the Kungsleden, IBTAT talks about his journey and his obsessions. Settle in and buckle up as the two cover a lot of ground, including discussion of six-month grinds, clown shoes, priorities, Hiker Trash qualifiers, nutella and coffee, Spice Rack, chasing demons, social media breaks, helping out newbs, moody skies, ultras, and some sketchy-ass ramen. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After 11 months and 5,600 miles on the Eastern Continental Trail, Madison "Peg Leg" Blagden takes a well-deserved breather and talks some trail with Doc. Just the second woman ever to complete the ECT, Peg Leg covers some serious ground in the studio as well. Settle in and buckle up as she and Doc discuss weird snacks, the sweet spot of road walks, Ballsack, Masochist, vanlife, the impact of a midlife crisis at age 20, looking for her limit, the female thru hiker experience, getting dropped off at the PCT southern terminus at age 21, and the wonder of a trail that includes both alligators and caribou. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host of the Singletrack podcast and thru hiker Finn Melanson joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to share his experience from the 2024 Barkley Marathons. Settle in and buckle up as Finn, who was at Frozen Head State Park with as part of the media covering the event, gives an insider's perspective to all things Barkley. During the rollicking conversation, Finn covers a lot of ground, including counter culture movements, the importance of hip flexion, destabilizers in our life, niche fields, poop rocks, Flash, the Central Governor, the Pain Cave, raising kids, and what happens when you pack too light for your expedition. Tune in and learn something new about the Barkley. 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 the host of the Singletrack Podcast and 2024 Barkley Marathons media representative Finn Melanson! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Settle in and buckle up as this former Army medic shares her journey from running 5ks on the base to marathons to 200-milers to the a 63+ day sprint down the West Coast of the country. Listen in and you'll hear about her unsuccessful attempt in 2020, fires, giardia, busted bridges, high risk water crossings, bears on logs, PTSD, winning the Moab 240, Bombs to Trails, her rich Blackfeet and Mexican heritage, and the best supporter out there, her mom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wildland firefighter, thru hiker, bike packer, author, and mental health advocate Kevin "30 Pack" Conley, Jr., drops into the studio for a serious conversation with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 30 Pack not only shares his trail and bike adventures, but talks about his darkest moments and the healing, cathartic experience of bike touring across the country with his dog Rocky in tow. In this unforgettable episode, you'll hear about six-hour cheese, Apollo missions, GO Man, the 2x4 method of learning, and a rain-soaked walk home that led to everything. 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 Belgian ultrarunner Frank the Tank Gielen! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Legendary thru hiker, author, and action film star Jeff "Legend" Garmire drops into the studio to talk about the next big thing out there: Mindful Hiking. Settle in and buckle up as Legend talks about what he's been up to lately, and it's a doozy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ihor Verys, first place finisher of the 2024 Barkley Marathons, joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk about his incredible experience and finish in the world's toughest ultra. Settle in and buckle up as Ihor shares how this kid who once didn't like running and who was not particularly athletic ended up touching the yellow gate first after five full loops of torture. Along the way, Ihor discusses his research and strategy, the terror of opening his condolence letter, those pre-race activities, finding his first book, the incredible fifth loop ("when the Barkley really starts"), and the epic, electrifying, amazing finish of Jasmin Paris. Barkley vets and newbs will learn something in this unforgettable episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Peakbagger and thru hiker Hannah "Spring" Goodman drops into the studio to share some stories and talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Spring shares her journey from her childhood outside of Boston to her summiting all 46 4,000-footers in the Adirondacks to taking on the Appalachian Trail as an 18-year-old solo hiker. During their chat, you'll hear about rolling burritos, Grand Canyon hijinks, peakbagging camp, Krav Maga, prisons, tux shops, grueling four-mile hikes with her university group, and the importance of putting your foot down. 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 a seasoned veteran of all the outdoor adventure sports, Mark Sky! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner, ceramicist, and Chief Dirtbag Carol "Cheer" Coyne drops into the studio for a wide-ranging discussion of all things trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Cheers waxes eloquent about her journey from California girl in a business office to Triple Crowner and creator of Thru-r. Along the way, Cheer discusses that iconic gravel crunch, the joys of cold soaking, waterproof backpacks, Snickers, Brooks Cascadias, a five-part Hiking Hack, the misery of Colorado, the bliss of New Mexico, and some unusual luxury items (see the episode title). Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The newly anointed holder of the self-supported FKT for the Calendar Year Triple Crown, Billy "Wahoo" Meredith, cools his jets and sits down with Doc in the studio. Settle in and buckle up as this Georgia boy shares the ups and downs of his incredible journey. Listen in as Wahoo describes his trail name origin, his inspiration for the CYTC, the trouble with 234 days of processed food, the dangers of analysis paralysis, midnight river crossings, grizzly bear encounters, washed out bridges, and the philosophy that led to his shattering the previously set FKT for the CYTC. Incredible. 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 American Discovery Trail completer Briana DeSanctis! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, artist, and author Anna "Half Pint" Nissley drops into the studio to talk trail lessons and hijinks with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as the loquacious Half Pint covers a lot of ground with Doc, including discussions of her flip flop AT hike, the half gallon challenge, shaking things up, chaotic resupply, trying too hard, imposter syndrome, Hiker Trash moments, owning up to being a leaf wiper, broken noses, her art, her new book, Rocksylvania, Annacan Grouchwalker, and how in the world to regroup after leaving the trail 4 days and 12 miles in. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dubbed "a living legend" and "the Queen of Urban Hiking" by Outside Magazine, prolific thru hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas drops into the studio to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Snorkel opens up about who inspired her to get outside, the subjective nature of the thru hiking experience, Brew Thrus, Naomi the Punisher, how long it took her to understand what she needed on trail, the AT FKT, America's Hardest Hike, the Treeline Review, writing the book on thru hiking, and just how many socks is the proper amount of socks on trail. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this very special bonus episode sponsored by FarOut, co-hosts Doc and LP "Lil' Buddha" Kiatoukaysy are joined by four epic thru hikers who finished the 5,700+ miles that make up the Eastern Continental Trail. Settle in and buckle up as Jason "Out and About" Tompkins, Lolo "Sparkle" Veloz, Madison "Peg Leg" Blagden, Rory "Rabbit Foot" Biller, and Lil' Buddha share the prep, the highs, the lows, and the laughs from the ECT, which stretches from Key West, Florida, all the way to Newfoundland. During this first of its kind foray into all things ECT, the group covers a lot of ground (to be expected, right?), including magical encounters, wayward wheels, repeat offenders, winging it, diversity on trail, and the dangers of being just a bystander when it counts. 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 guest is Triple Crowner and bikepacker Shawn "Pepper" Forry! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adventurer, author, outdoor wilderness instructor, and packrafter Luc Mehl joins Doc from Alaska to talk off-trail adventure and packrafting safety. Settle in, buckle up, and get ready to adjust your college transcripts for updated credit after today's episode, as Luc lays it all out for you. As Doc and Luc step off the road and head into America's final frontier, their conversation takes a lot of twists and turns, including topics like swing weight, packrafting, the Alaska Mountain Wilderness Classic, coffee and ramen for breakfast, college frisbee programs, inside jokes, proofreading moms, 8-pound penalties, the Brooks Range, Denali, Logan, skiing while blind, hypothermia, avalanches, and the ultra important concepts of hazards, exposure, and vulnerability. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime listener and Maltese outdoor adventurer Pierre Farrugia calls in from the middle of the Mediterranean Sea to talk adventure with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Pierre shares the myriad of adventures that can be found on the 17- by 9-mile island nation of Malta. During the conversation, Pierre and Doc discuss a myriad of topics, including catacomb adventures, two-story falls, mixed-gas diving of WWI shipwrecks, shotgun conversations, gourmet dining on the trail, Type II Fun, multi-use items in the pack, the importance for foot systems, the shipping struggle of outdoor products to Malta, and the power of commitment and incremental progress. Inspiring and epic! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the 2024 Barkley Marathons almost upon us, Doc uses some clips and wisdom from past guests to set the stage for the world's toughest ultra. Buckle up and settle in as previous guests and former Barkley competitors Mike Wardian, Jamil Coury, Jeff Garmire, John Kelly, Aurelien Sanchez, Damian Hall, and John Fegyveresi share their experiences and memories from the brutal course in Frozen Head State Park. Let's go, Laz - light that cigarette! 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 former D1 football player and ultrarunner, Jake Rastas! 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 bona fide Hiker Trash Renee "She-Ra" Patrick takes a brief break from all of her outdoor adventuring responsibilities to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as She-Ra shares plenty of adventure and Type II Fun. In this rollicking episode, She-Ra covers a lot of ground, including swords on the trail, hiking skirts, pee funnels, giardia, weird tan lines, chafing, the Oregon Desert Trail, routes vs. trails, wallets in porta potties, packing your fears, and the OG Hiker Trash days. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JMT and PCT thru hiker, Juliet "Stinger" Pisner drops into the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Stinger shares her journey with Doc, including the difficult decision to leave her established job for the trail, stealth missions, torn chest cartilage, Ranger encounters, retractable clips, large tramily logistics, Hiker Trash moments, Backhacker Babe, multiple Hiking Hacks and Adventure Media Recommendations, and how life comes full circle. 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 photographer, Triple Crowner, hiking legend, and iconic thru hiker Jeff "IBTAT" Oliver! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner John Zahorian joins Doc in the studio to talk trail and suffering. Settle in and buckle up as John Z shares his story with Doc, including his introduction to bike touring, becoming a thru hiker, making his own gear, 45-mile days, doing things that make him uncomfortable, annual themes, 55,000-calorie hauls, and creative uses for rocks. And suffering, lots of unnecessary suffering. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doc and LP "Lil' Buddha" Kiatoukaysy have heard you, and, in this episode of Fan-tastic Friday, they share some key mistakes they've made on the trail and what they've learned from them. Settle in, buckle up, and learn from our mistakes! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.