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After a mixed bag of both success and challenges provided by the wind, I have followed up with this extra episode to talk through some basic points about the Mam Tor hike. Firstly, I would recommend it to anyone, it wasn't difficult and the views are rewarding and spectacular in equal measure. If you walk from Edale via the Tor to Hope village, then you will trek into a nice space with a couple of...

From the ridge of Mam Tor in the peak district. I walked from Mam Tor to Hope village along the ridge on a glorious spring day up north. Then drove back to London. Sorry about the wind, also there is 2 seconds of silence I had to cut out because a northern woman swore at her dog. The first proper 'HikenPod# Crossover. Recorded on a Tascam Dr-40x #thehournalseries #hikenpod

What do you do, when people find you on here and you realise you're being heard? In this episode for the beginning at least, I have been joined by some young people and some members of the Dread House. Since I am grateful they have subscribed, I thought it was fitting to include them in this edition. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite #hikenpod #thedreadhousehaunts #thejournalseries #network...

TAKE FOUR!!! After three attempts over a period of 4 days to record this, I have a version that I can publish. I don't usually make this many mistakes. To be fair to myself, it was an attempt at making a video cross over and that is where it went wrong. Here we go EPISODE 43! Recorded on a Tascam DR-40x with and se2200a II C #thejournalseries #hikenpod

I found this session quite helpful, I discovered an old list that gave me a bit of hope. 75% completion of this list, I can now move on and create a new one. I have focused my thoughts on something realistic and my new list will reflect that. Recorded on a Tascam DR-40x with a sE2200 II C #thejournalseries #hikenpod

This is the third and final recording I have made for this episode. I won't be publishing the others, so you will have to make do with this. There will be a blog published on https://markriley.org (also the last broadcast.org - same site), that could go into more detail. Recorded on a Tascam DR-40x with an se220e II C Edited and uploaded on a Lenovo Tab K11 #thejournalseries #hikenpod

**40th Episode** - Since September 30th 2025! After 5 and a half months of making you listen to chat about life the universe and everything, I have taken the decision to reduce the number of episodes per week to one. I am hoping this will improve the content and enable me to work on other podcasts and be effective. This episode is produced from a nice brisk walk to walk through Hillyfields and For...

I didn't record a podcast on my day out yesterday but to make up for it... This episode. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite #thejournalseries #hikenpod

Recorded in Enfield I know right, not central London. I am clearly not feeling well. I was going into town but changed my mind at the last minute and opted for woodland walk instead. Even then, I had completed my number of steps for the day (double in fact), so I turned around and walked back home. Recorded on a Tascam, DR 40x #thejournalseries #hikenpod #morningcoffee

London Bridges from Hammersmith to Tower. The mission was clear, I had to cross all the bridges between the above names, either on foot or by bike in the daytime. Now, full disclosure, this is not the most beautifully sonic experience. It's noisey and windy in parts and a long episode. Totally worth a listen though. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE3 lite - On board mic Tascam Dr 40x - On board mics....

I was inspired by a video I saw on youtube of a cyclist who took her coffee out with her in a flask on a winter ride. I left my bike at work so I walked instead. This was a good opportunity to do this whilst Lucas is away. Recorded on a Tascam DR 40 x Edited on a Raspberry Pi 5 using Reaper. #Thejournalseries #hikenpod

This walk into London was about taking photos of the city for an exhibition. I am please with the outcome and you will be able to see them on my patreon. Recorded on a Tascam DR 40x #thejournalseries #hikenpod

We are packing and getting ready to send Lucas on his school ski trip. I thought we'd have a quick conversation the night before. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite

Recorded from my sofa as I feel very sorry for myself with a stinking cold. Due to be sickly, I haven't been out to hike or perform the school run, hence no podcast. I didn't want to leave you hanging. I have looked into a few things of interest and some I have left by accident, I really need to write this stuff down but then the spontaneity of the concept is lost and it becomes contrived. Big wor...

The midweek session from the school pick up from inside my car. Not much has changed since the last episode, this one is a little more moany than usual. Recorded on a Tascam DR-40x #thejournalseries #hikenpod

Another 'hikenpod' crossover... This episode is the ' SO I ' show. I started every section with that phrase, I have done my best to cut that out of the final recording. This episode I walk from Stratford Olympic park to Moorgate station (regrettably) via Westminster bridge along the south bank. There were a number of firsts for this journal thankfully, that made a rich experience....

WASSAIL WASSAIL WASSAIL!!! The last of the events left over from the holiday season of 2025/ 26. This event was recorded at Forty Hall Vineyard, with warm apple juice and loud voices. I went alone as Lucas didn't fancy it this year. Recorded on a Tascam DR 40x Edited and published on Ubuntu, Reaper and Ocen Audio #thejournalseries #hikenpod #wassail26

Another episode from inside the car on the school pick-up. Waiting in the rain, again. It's becoming a recurring theme. One of those days when you need everyone to be on time and they're not, well your son is but the others aren't. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite with a Shure Beta 57a. #thejournalseries #hikenpod Please support me on my patreon

The 'Hikenpod' Crossover!!! 17th January 2026. Another London Trip This time west to east, with a little help from the trains. I travelled to Alexandra Palace and set about walking the old train route to Archway. Seeing some sights along the way. Highgate woods Parliament hill Primrose hill Regents park Hyde park Green park St James' park Then Covent garden and Moorgate and home. -----...

An update regarding the meeting and debrief of Santa 2025. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite with Shure Beta 57a #thejournalseries #hikenpod

Fresh from a central London walk around Tower bridge into the west end. I went out today and walked the Woodland walk in an unimaginative way. It was muddy and wet but not too cold. I think I have outlined that I need to push the envelope now and not cover areas I have been. I seem to be visiting the same spots time and time again. This defeats the object of the journal series. Recorded on a OnePl...

This is the Patron version, now this podcast is connected to my patron account, I am trying out some special exclusive episodes. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite #thejournalseries #hikenpod

A complete off the cuff edition from inside my car. Recorded on a OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite #thejournalseries #hikenpod

In my latest rant, I share with you all things that have gone wrong over the past 4 days and my 2026 so far. Don't worry it's only short. Recorded on a Tascam DR-40x #thejournal #hikenpod

The very first entry of 2026, sitting in the car waiting for Lucas to come out of the cinema. recorded on the OnePlus Nord CE 3 lite #thejournalseries #hikenpod26