Hiker Trash Radio

Thru hiker David "Yoyo" Poston jumps off trail to join Doc in the studio to catch up on what's he's been doing since his June 2022 interview. Settle in and buckle up as Yoyo shares his various trail adventures, including his walk with Sponge, thunderstorms in the Sierras, typical old school Croatian dudes, failed hikes, Twig, Hiker Trash moments, Stories from the Pacific Crest Trail, JMT permit secrets, minimalism, and why shortcuts are never short cuts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Matt "Schmutz" Lyons joins Doc to talk gear and prep, his 2019 AT hike, his upcoming southbound PCT hike, and the accompanying documentary, SOBO. Schmutz also becomes the first guest on the Pod to take on the Wheel of Wilderness.--- 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, fanny packer, and gear tester Mandy "Two Braids" Wylie stops by the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Two Braids covers some serious ground in this one, discussing topics like trauma dumps, 9-degree nights, spreadsheets, LILO, Camp Core, and that horrible moment when you realize you smell WAY worse than you think you do. 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 David "Yoyo" Poston! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crown Section Hiker David "Six2" Schroeder, freshly off the completion of his amazing Triple Crown effort, sits down with Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio. Settle in and buckle up as Six2 shares his 24-year journey of section hiking the entirety of the AT, PCT, and CDT. Six 2 covers some serious ground in this episode, including discussions of classic hiking gear, sleeping on plastic sheets in a field, Jiffy Pop, phone booth naps, figuring out the rules, evolutionary biology, down payments, bubble wrap, the First Church of the Masochist, continuous footpath fanaticism, and that sinking feeling when the mountain lion is staring you down from 30 feet above. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UK wild camper and AT thru hiker Daniel "Lucky Colleague" Clark joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to share some insights and stories from the trail. Settle in and buckle up as Lucky covers some serious ground, including discussions of flat, hammered feet; Bob and Dung Beetle; Hares and Hounds; the Right to Roam; court battles over wild camping; how an Englishman found himself on the AT; cow poop interpretations; Alfred Wainwright; flight miles; and concert ticket hacks. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff "Spooky" Garmire and Doc reconvene on All Hallow's Eve to share some more spooky stories from the trail. Settle in and buckle up as each take turns sharing an unnerving, true tale of terror from the backcountry. 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 section hiker David "Six 2" Schroeder! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Casual mid-life adventurer Brian "Chorizo" Peterson drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to share his slow burn to outdoor adventure with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Chorizo discusses how this Spanish High School teacher and married father of three finds the time and energy to get out into some pretty remote areas for some adventure and Type II Fun. You'll hear him drop some knowledge on Five-Star Latrines, sweat stains, long-handled spoons, Dumpster Cat, the Boundary Waters, unforgiving portages, 70-pound food bags, the Sylvania Wilderness, the missing moose, and, of course, the story of Lydia. Don't 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.

Ultra runner, thru hiker, and author Catra "Dirt Diva" Corbett takes a brief rest from the trail to talk to Doc about the journeys in her life. Settle in and buckle up as Dirt Diva shares her biggest accomplishment, which took place before she ever set foot on a trail. Addicted to meth and facing jail time, Catra began the trail to sobriety and never looked back. During her discussion with Doc, Dirt Diva covers a variety of topics, including her new pursuit of ultras and trails, FKTs, Snake Bite, her vegan lifestyle, stealth campsites, Suzanne, the JMT, the TRT, and choices . . . lots of important choices. 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 guest is wild camper and thru hiker Daniel Clark! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner, Hayduker, dog musher, and white water rafting guide Ben "Ginger Ballz" Vaughan spends some time in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to share what he's been up to this year. Settle in and buckle up as this legendary fan favorite discusses the convoluted path that led him from the trail to mushing dogs on glacieers to now guiding rafts and slinging burgers in McCarthy, Alaska. Along the way, you'll hear about lily dippin', jokulhlaup, 34-degree water, quicksand, training runs, Little Skittle, Scropbook, the Jungle Cruise, June Bug, and an amazing 180-degree change on a very serious topic. 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.

Normal guy and thru hiker Chris "Eagle Eye" Anderson drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Eagle Eye takes Doc through a rollicking conversation about his time on the trail, including discussion of counting squawks, Cheese Slice, Rider, running out of food, Sticks and Bricks, exfoliating, camper life, the Connected Triple O, glowing eyes in the night, cutting his teeth, ear plugs, cold soaking, stuff sacks, and the Colorado, Arizona, Ouachita, Uinta Highline, and Pacific Crest Trails. 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 ultra runner, thru hiker, and author Catra Corbett! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner, current cowboy, and former Marine Jon "Bad Apple" Knepper sits down with Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and a whole lot more! Settle in and buckle up as Bad Apple shares his story, including Boiling Springs intros, party mansions, Tombstone stagecoach gigs, Firefly, Pizza Master, Ginger Ballz, torn tendons, existing within the extremes, suicidal ideation, French press mornings, banjo picking, and how life can turn on moments like a magazine article and a single bar of 3G service on the Continental Divide. Unforgettable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, Ole Miss student, and storyteller McLin "Duke of the Trail" Sanders drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Duke covers some vast territory, including discussions of warm ears, Dirty Skittle, trail topics (hint: don't bring up Morgan Wallen), Phoenix, Troop 15, gap years, sketch shuttle rides, the importance of helicopters in Nepal, and a Hiking Hack you don't want to miss! 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 cowboy, Jon "Bad Apple" Knepper! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hiker and educator Alasdair Green drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio looking to talk trail and find a trail name. Settle in and buckle up as Alasdair covers some serious terrain with Doc, including discussion of coffee pots on trail, the West Highland Way in his native Scotland, hiking kilts, wild swimming, guys named Ben, Swiss Hikers, Texas trail angels, the Sam Houston Forest, the benefits of marrying up, sharing a room with Fab, and a Hiking Poll you've got to hear to believe. 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.

Thru hiker, mountaineer, and adventure coach Kaitlyn "Bucky" Laurélle drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and share one of the scariest rescue stories you'll ever hear. Settle in and buckle up as Bucky discusses a wide variety of topics including her soccer background, the Snowpocalypse in the Blue Ridge Mountains, diving with sharks, living the surfing life in Fiji, the Anna Purna Circuit, breathing at 20,000', HowWowPowChow on the trail, Trail Spice, and an incredible story of survival on the slopes of Mt. Tom. 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 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.