Hiker Trash Radio

Doc talks with the Reynolds Family about their 21-day, 211-mile trek on the John Muir Trail with three sons. The Rock, Mamasaurus, Happy Feet, Fish Bait, and Cat Tail share their epic adventures, near disasters, and the challenges and rewards of hiking as a family for three weeks on the world's best trail. 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.

Triple Crowner and minimalist Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth takes a brief break from the trail to talk shop with Doc in the studio. Settle in and buckle up as Rascal covers some serious ground with Doc, including some great discussion of wind pants, honking trains, the beauty of the Shennies, fishing boat hitches, 300 miles of giardia, how to suffer well, crewing best friend Tara Dower's AT FKT, and the importance of not having a filter. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Triple Crowner and minimalist Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth takes a brief break from the trail to talk shop with Doc in the studio. Settle in and buckle up as Rascal covers some serious ground with Doc, including some great discussion of wind pants, honking trains, the beauty of the Shennies, fishing boat hitches, 300 miles of giardia, how to suffer well, crewing best friend Tara Dower's AT FKT, and the importance of not having a filter. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump bring us the tragic tale of high-flying Shane McConkey. Settle in and buckle up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doc sits down with Grid completer and barefoot hiker Ken Posner and puts him through The Last 10. Settle in and buckle up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doc and Chopper try to satisfy your off-season adrenaline cravings by sharing their Top 10 list of adventure documentaries and books. 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, ridgerunner, and environmentalist Ray "Bones" Stinson drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to cover some serious topics with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Bones shares his thoughts on Hiker Trash moments, privy fishing, the Appalachian Mountain Club, entitled thru hikers, Hiker Hunger, fear mongering, seasonal work, family ties, hiking through hurricane damage, SOBO AT hiking, and the difference between Maine Bones and Uber Eats Ray. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, ridgerunner, and environmentalist Ray "Bones" Stinson drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to cover some serious topics with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Bones shares his thoughts on Hiker Trash moments, privy fishing, the Appalachian Mountain Club, entitled thru hikers, Hiker Hunger, fear mongering, seasonal work, family ties, hiking through hurricane damage, SOBO AT hiking, and the difference between Maine Bones and Uber Eats Ray. Epic. (This is Part I. Be sure to listen to Part II.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump share the story of the eccentric Englishman, Millican Dalton. Settle in and buckle up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doc puts thru hiker and stay at home dog mom through her paces in The Last 10. Settle in and buckle up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The JFM Pod welcomes Buddy to share his thoughts on the attraction of long-distance hiking, and the key things to consider, acquire, and do leading up to that big hike! 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, adventurer, survivor, and flow state expert James Zidell calls in from Thailand to join Doc in the studio. Settle in and buckle up as this mass shooting survivor tells his tale, from the terror at age 6 to his current life of adventure. Along the way, James talks about learning Muay Thai in Thailand, learning yoga in India, learning free diving in Bali, and a whole lot more, including wolf dogs, front flips, contrast bathing, forgiveness, and trying to find a way to quiet his mind. An instant classic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, adventurer, survivor, and flow state expert James Zidell calls in from Thailand to join Doc in the studio. Settle in and buckle up as this mass shooting survivor tells his tale, from the terror at age 6 to his current life of adventure. Along the way, James talks about learning Muay Thai in Thailand, learning yoga in India, learning free diving in Bali, and a whole lot more, including wolf dogs, front flips, contrast bathing, forgiveness, and trying to find a way to quiet his mind. An instant classic. (This is Part I. Be sure to listen to Part II.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump share the story of the very first thru hiker of the Appalachian Trail, Earl Shaffer. Settle in and buckle up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Settle in and buckle up as Doc puts thru hiker and minimalist Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth through her paces in The Last 10. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doc checks in with Jeff Garmire from the 2025 Cocodona 250! Settle in and buckle up as Jeff gives a quick recap of the race so far! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and owner of Durston Gear, Dan "Lorax" Durston sits down with Doc to talk trail and share the Durston Gear story. Settle in and buckle up as Lorax discusses Wilderness Parkour, the Bob Wilderness Open, the Podium of Oreos, hitches to Hinton, deep regret, grizzly surprises, the Great Divide Trail, his 2014 PCT hike, and how he didn't mean to start a gear company. An instant classic. (This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and owner of Durston Gear, Dan "Lorax" Durston sits down with Doc to talk trail and share the Durston Gear story. Settle in and buckle up as Lorax discusses Wilderness Parkour, the Bob Wilderness Open, the Podium of Oreos, hitches to Hinton, deep regret, grizzly surprises, the Great Divide Trail, his 2014 PCT hike, and how he didn't mean to start a gear company. An instant classic. (This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and adventure coach Adam "Dreamer" Salinger joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio to catch up. Settle in and buckle up as Dreamer covers some serious miles during the discussion, including talk of carrying rocks, Shaw's Boarding House, a hitch for the ages, The Big Load, whittled down medical kits, the Triple Tiara, a brand new Hiking Poll question, walk-up permits, SOS beacons, lots of hikes, a unique training approach for ultras, and, of course, the perfect sweat ratio. Epic. This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and adventure coach Adam "Dreamer" Salinger joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio to catch up. Settle in and buckle up as Dreamer covers some serious miles during the discussion, including talk of carrying rocks, Shaw's Boarding House, a hitch for the ages, The Big Load, whittled down medical kits, the Triple Tiara, a brand new Hiking Poll question, walk-up permits, SOS beacons, lots of hikes, a unique training approach for ultras, and, of course, the perfect sweat ratio. Epic. This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump take us through the controversy surrounding who actually hiked the Pacific Crest Trail first? Settle in and buckle up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doc puts thru hiker, ridgerunner, and environmentalist Ray "Bones" Stinson through his paces in the latest edition of The Last 10. Settle in, buckle up, and learn something about Bones. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ultra runner John "Cool Breeze" Calabrese sits down with Doc to share his story. Settle in and buckle up as Cool Breeze tells Doc about a very, very rough 2024 filled with illness, death, and loss, and how he has rebounded and is moving forward. Along the way, Cool Breeze talks about treadmills at sea, Manitou's Revenge, the magic of wet leaves, Post Race Depression, the Barkley Fall Classic, the Wild Oak 100, Steven Seagal and Pikachu, and the difficulty and opportunity to reinvent yourself. Epic. (This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ultra runner John "Cool Breeze" Calabrese sits down with Doc to share his story. Settle in and buckle up as Cool Breeze tells Doc about a very, very rough 2024 filled with illness, death, and loss, and how he has rebounded and is moving forward. Along the way, Cool Breeze talks about treadmills at sea, Manitou's Revenge, the magic of wet leaves, Post Race Depression, the Barkley Fall Classic, the Wild Oak 100, Steven Seagal and Pikachu, and the difficulty and opportunity to reinvent yourself. Epic. (This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Australian thru hiker Paul Connelly takes a nero to sit down with Doc in the studio to talk trail and perspective. Settle in and buckle up as Paul covers some serious ground with Doc, discussing his favorite hike (the next one), pee bags, stiff legged walks, dreams delayed, in the middle down by the bottom, the Heysen and Bibbulman, Shackleton, the Sandakan Death March, and not worrying about what you can't control. Epic. (This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Australian thru hiker Paul Connelly takes a nero to sit down with Doc in the studio to talk trail and perspective. Settle in and buckle up as Paul covers some serious ground with Doc, discussing his favorite hike (the next one), pee bags, stiff legged walks, dreams delayed, in the middle down by the bottom, the Heysen and Bibbulman, Shackleton, the Sandakan Death March, and not worrying about what you can't control. Epic. (This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump share the amazing story of Antarctic explorer Sir Douglas Mawson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune into this bonus episode where Doc asks The Last 10: ten questions about the last time his guest did or said something. This week's volunteer is thru hiker, adventurer, and survivor, James Zidell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker Scott "Hell Ya Jesus" Hughes gathers his thoughts before his huge 2025 adventure and drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk some trail and Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Hell Ya covers some serious ground, including discussion of his rants, bug bivies, Bed Head, bear encounters, mayonnaise, Casper the Friendly White Van, Poet and Hippie Chick, 5" catholes, the Slug Brothers, echoing monks, Dear John text messages on the trail, and how we are made to go far. Epic. (This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker Scott "Hell Ya Jesus" Hughes gathers his thoughts before his huge 2025 adventure and drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk some trail and Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Hell Ya covers some serious ground, including discussion of his rants, bug bivies, Bed Head, bear encounters, mayonnaise, Casper the Friendly White Van, Poet and Hippie Chick, 5" catholes, the Slug Brothers, echoing monks, Dear John text messages on the trail, and how we are made to go far. Epic. (This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, overlander, and podcaster McKenzie "IC" Smith takes a brief break from adventuring to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as IC takes Doc on quite the journey, from a childhood of no remarkable outdoor experiences to her current life of adventure. Listen carefully and you'll hear about the life-changing Alaskan glacier experience, swig rigs, double majors, bidet confusion, intentionality, the dangers of robot mentality, Mt. Kenya, the JMT, Half Dome anxiety, Highlander Adventure (Discount Code Kenzie20), and the different seasons of life. Epic. (This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker, overlander, and podcaster McKenzie "IC" Smith takes a brief break from adventuring to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as IC takes Doc on quite the journey, from a childhood of no remarkable outdoor experiences to her current life of adventure. Listen carefully and you'll hear about the life-changing Alaskan glacier experience, swig rigs, double majors, bidet confusion, intentionality, the dangers of robot mentality, Mt. Kenya, the JMT, Half Dome anxiety, Highlander Adventure (Discount Code Kenzie20), and the different seasons of life. Epic. (This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump discuss the incredible story of survival of Ricky Megee in the Australian Outback. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://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 gear producer, Dan Durston! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rock climber, thru hiker, and parasitologist Guinevere "Lucky" Drabik drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Lucky recounts a variety of topics, including complaining on the trail, important decisions over a margarita pitcher, the importance of skin balm, fecal issues, some pretty impressive parents, trail hell, Mice, trusting but verifying, picking up the pieces, and just how important a friend with a flashlight can be. (This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rock climber, thru hiker, and parasitologist Guinevere "Lucky" Drabik drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Lucky recounts a variety of topics, including complaining on the trail, important decisions over a margarita pitcher, the importance of skin balm, fecal issues, some pretty impressive parents, trail hell, Mice, trusting but verifying, picking up the pieces, and just how important a friend with a flashlight can be. (This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and yoga instructor Anna "Magic" McKinney Smith drops into the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Magic covers some serious ground, including the corpse pose, the importance of being nice and pitiful, the extra wide Nmo Tensor, blow up sacks, duct tape & beer, Truffles, Standing Bear, Bug Bite, Ranger, Jake the Donkey, taking the dream off the shelf, and a discussion about whether or not social media is ruining thru hiking. Epic! This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and yoga instructor Anna "Magic" McKinney Smith drops into the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Magic covers some serious ground, including the corpse pose, the importance of being nice and pitiful, the extra wide Nmo Tensor, blow up sacks, duct tape & beer, Truffles, Standing Bear, Bug Bite, Ranger, Jake the Donkey, taking the dream off the shelf, and a discussion about whether or not social media is ruining thru hiking. Epic! This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump head off trail again to tell the almost unbelievable story of an Antarctic expedition gone way wrong and how Ernest Shackleton brought everyone back alive after being in the harshest of environments on their own for 18 months. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Doc as he takes listeners on a backstage tour of the 2025 Barkley Marathons. Settle in and buckle up as Doc makes you feel like you were right there with him. You'll hear his thoughts from the tent, the blowing of the conch, Laz addressing the racers before lighting the cigarette, conversations at the gate, lost maps, highway walks, five-hour searches for books, campfire chats, and all the details you wouldn't know about unless you were there. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker Connor "Jackrabbit" Chapdelaine stops by the studio to share his big plans with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Jackrabbit discusses some recent adventures before dropping the big news: his upcoming attempt on the Fastest Known Time of the Calendar Year Triple Crown! Listen closely and you'll hear about the last 100 miles on the PCT; a little camo, a little don't shoot; risking it; half-eaten dinners; chicken coop hitches; Blouse; CYTC advice; doubt; and his journey so far. An instant classic. This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker Connor "Jackrabbit" Chapdelaine stops by the studio to share his big plans with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Jackrabbit discusses some recent adventures before dropping the big news: his upcoming attempt on the Fastest Known Time of the Calendar Year Triple Crown! Listen closely and you'll hear about the last 100 miles on the PCT; a little camo, a little don't shoot; risking it; half-eaten dinners; chicken coop hitches; Blouse; CYTC advice; doubt; and his journey so far. An instant classic. This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and photographer Emily "Squishy" Schrick joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Squishy shares a wide variety of thoughts, including the attraction of shorter hikes, Hot Mess, Butters, her transition from med school to thru hiking, Mineral King, Patagonia, and the meltdown at Wawona. Epic. This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and photographer Emily "Squishy" Schrick joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Squishy shares a wide variety of thoughts, including the attraction of shorter hikes, Hot Mess, Butters, her transition from med school to thru hiking, Mineral King, Patagonia, and the meltdown at Wawona. Epic. This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rocket and Stump take a side trip off the trail and explore the legendary California ghost town of Bodie. Settle in and buckle up as the two explore its early days, the gritty existence of its inhabitants, and its current reality as a ghost town. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Bonus Barkley episode, Doc takes listeners to ground zero of the Massacre in Frozen Head, talking to runners and crew members before and after the race. Settle in and buckle up as we hear the back stories, the preparation, the drama, and the heartbreak from the people who experienced this year's Barkley Marathons firsthand. 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 outdoor entrepreneur Jeff "Legend" Garmire drops into the studio with Doc to share what he's been up to and his latest training idea. Settle in and buckle up as this global superstar discusses your next purchase. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and dietician Kelly Joy "9 lives" Hays drops into the studio to share some stories with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 9 lives discusses fire ants, ovarian cysts, poison ivy, pee cans, Side Quest, the moment, and the varied levels of Leave No Trace. An instant classic! This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker and dietician Kelly Joy "9 lives" Hays drops into the studio to share some stories with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 9 lives discusses fire ants, ovarian cysts, poison ivy, pee cans, Side Quest, the moment, and the varied levels of Leave No Trace. An instant classic! This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker Alex "A-Train" Rigney joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to share his thoughts of the good ol' days, back before everything was automatic. Settle in and buckle up as A-Train fondly remembers the days of calling cards, bear hangs, off-duty taxi hitches, Samurai Joe, Nafta, the Pennsylvania Ruck, and Baltimore Jack. Epic. This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.