Mountain Malarkey Podcast

This episode is the eighth of a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as run regular Q & A sessions. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to bu...

This episode is the seventh of a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as run regular Q & A sessions. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to b...

This episode is the sixth of a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as run regular Q & A sessions. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to but...

This episode is the fifth of a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as run regular Q & A sessions. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to but...

This episode is the fourth in a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as run regular Q & A sessions. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to bu...

This episode is the third of a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as the regular Q & A session. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to but...

This episode is the second of a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as run regular Q & A sessions. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to bu...

This episode is the first of a brand new series of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast where we have the recorded episodes from the Tuesday Tune-In LIVE streams on the EverTrek Facebook page. Every week Andy & Dave discuss topics like equipment, fitness and mindset as well as run regular Q & A sessions. These recordings are a little different to the normal 'Mountain Malarkey' episodes you're used to but...

In the twelfth episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave discuss the last couple of months during Coronavirus and what the future holds for trekking and adventure travel as a whole. Things the guys discuss: What the future of trekking will be like after Coronavirus. Good news. We have been in touch with our guys in Nepal and Everest is still there! Will the trips be any different? Th...

In the eleventh episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave discuss some of the BIG trips around the world in Battle of the Treks. Everest Base Camp VERSUS Kilimanjaro Machu Picchu VERSUS Toubkal Island Peak VERSUS Mera Peak Also what trek they would go on if lockdown ended right now Things the guys discuss: The varying levels of difficulty on each trek. Which trip is right for you? So...

The Kilimanjaro Climbing Podcast Part 2 - The EverTrek team including Head Yeti Andy, Painted Yeti Dave & Mountain Lion Steve along with some of our awesome EverTrekkers climbed Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route. What an awesome climb! An absolute beast! This podcast is a 2 part mini-series where Andy and Dave discuss the literal ups and downs of the climb whilst walking you through each day of th...

The Kilimanjaro Climbing Podcast - The EverTrek team including Head Yeti Andy, Painted Yeti Dave & Mountain Lion Steve along with some of our awesome EverTrekkers climbed Kilimanjaro via the Lemosho route. What an awesome climb! An absolute beast! This podcast is a 2 part mini-series where Andy and Dave discuss the literal ups and downs of the climb whilst walking you through each day of the trek...

In the tenth episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave go deep into the fears or barriers that crop up before taking on a challenge like Everest Base Camp, Machu Picchu or Kilimanjaro. This is REALLY deep so be prepared to take on those big fears and kick them into touch! Things the guys discuss: How the mental challenge can be just as intimidating as the physical one.  What's the ha...

In the ninth episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave delve into a few events that have occurred this week both in the UK and in the Himalayas. One of which we couldn't believe! The guys also go into a few things they have learned over the years whilst trekking or climbing in winter.  Things the guys discuss: How wearing Nike Air Max is probably not the number 1 choice for winter mo...

In the eighth episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave take on some interesting questions from some of our EverTrekkers around high altitude trekking, the local guides we use and a few random ones mixed in. You asked, and we're answering! Things the guys discuss: 10 questions around vaccinations and which ones are needed for Nepal or Kilimanjaro.  How the local support is super impo...

In the seventh episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave discuss 10 life hacks to keep you smiling in the mountains. Hacks that will literally make life a lot easier on a high altitude trek or expedition. Dave is back after a bout of Yeti flu, ready to not only provide a fantastic analogy of the week but also delve into a few life hacks that both himself and Head Yeti Andy discovered...

In the sixth episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave and also our first ever guest, Doug discuss the reasons why some people don't make it to Everest Base Camp. Doug talks about his 2 experiences trekking to Everest Base Camp with EverTrek and the lessons he learned from those 2 trips. The first time in September 2017 was unsuccessful and the second time in October 2019 was success...

In the fifth episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave talk about the impact climate change has had on high altitude trekking but also how positive changes are making a HUGE difference in the Himalayas and beyond.  Head Yeti Andy has seen firsthand the changes in the Khumbu region since his first trek as well as Dave. The guys discuss recent changes that have made a big environmental...

In the fourth episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave talk about the training involved for trekking at high altitude. You could even call it 'Couch to base camp' training.  Head Yeti Andy is a firm believer that anyone, within reason, can take on Everest base camp but the fitter you are, the more enjoyment you will get out of the trip. The training tips the guys discuss can be used...

In the third episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave delve deep in the world of mindset, sharing some mindset hacks to use and take on your Everest.  Head Yeti Andy is a bit of a mindset freak and he talks about a few things he has learnt over the years to control mindset in certain situations and also using it in the right way, taking on challenges with a positive mindset instead...

In the second episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave discuss what equipment you need to smash your next trek or as Dave calls it, a complete load of Kit. Having the right kit for any adventure is super important, especially for a trek at high altitude. The EverTrek Yeti's discuss the equipment 'Must Have's', the equipment you need for certain weather conditions. Things the guys ta...

In the first full episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave discuss how dangerous trekking at high altitude really is. Is it dangerous? Or not? This is one of the most hotly discussed topics in the adventure travel industry at the moment and our hosts Andy & Dave delve deep into the dangers that trekkers come across at high altitude.  Things the guys talk about: A few ways to manage...

In this short teaser episode of the Mountain Malarkey Podcast, Andy and Dave discuss what the podcast is all about.  In this episode: Our hosts, the EverTrek Yeti's Andy & Dave will be delving deep into the malarkey that goes on in the mountains of the world's highest mountains. They guys discuss current affairs in the mountain world, especially around Everest and the Himalayas whilst also offerin...