Hiker Trash Radio

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc welcomes back Wesley 'Megaman' Tils, who shares entertaining and dramatic stories from his extensive hiking experiences. Megaman recounts his escape from his Mormon mission, his sensational bear encounters, and his hilarious rivalry with a fellow hiker named Captain Pee Stain. The episode also covers his favorite trail sections, least favorite gear, h...

Rocket and Stump break down the science of foot care every long-distance hiker must know. They cover prevention, treatment, and the small but crucial rituals that keep you moving, mile after mile. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this bonus episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc dives deep into the life of filmmaker and avid hiker Alex Maier. Alex shares insights about his recent adventures, favorite music, valuable life advice, and much more. Tune into this bite-sized episode to get a snapshot of Alex's daily life and passions. Don't miss the full episode later this season for a more in-depth conversation! Link to Miss...

Thru hiker, ultra runner, FKTer, author, and film star Jeff "Legend" Garmire takes time out of his relentless schedule to sit down with Doc for an impromptu verbal romp. Settle in and buckle up as the pair struggle to keep straight faces through a wide-ranging discussion about Jeff's endeavors. Listen carefully and you might hear about the top secret steps needed to sign up to be coached...

Tune in for a special bonus episode and pod swap with Fish Hunt Nation! Settle in and buckle up and learn about another way of soaking up the magic of the outdoors! 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 episode, we catch up with the hiking duo Dirty Jar, also known as Jarhead and Dirty Avocado, to discuss their recent adventure on The Long Trail. Listen as they share firsthand accounts, including challenges and unexpected surprises encountered on the 273-mile journey through Vermont's rugged terrain. They delve into gear essentials, including the unique choice of hiking in sandals and ski...

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc welcomes a vibrant hiking couple, Jarhead and Dirty Avocado, affectionately known as Dirty Jar. They discuss their adventures on The Long Trail, sharing stories of their trail names' origins, memorable moments and the dynamics of hiking as a couple. The show also features their favorite trail sections, essential gear, and hiker trash moments. Additionally,...

Rocket and Stump dig into the legendary Miracle of the Andes, drawing out lessons on mental resilience, teamwork, and resourcefulness for the thru-hiking world. Through real examples and personal trail experiences, they explore what hikers can learn from survivors who triumphed in the harshest conditions. Ready to embrace the suck? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio's bonus segment, 'The Last 10,' host Doc engages with long-distance backpacker and archeologist Wesley Tils, also known as Megaman. Wesley answers ten questions about recent experiences, sharing insights on his latest adventure on the Hayduke Trail, the last song he listened to, the most recent piece of advice he gave, and other personal anecdotes. Topics range...

Doc sits down with documentary film maker Glenn Sweitzer, who shares the stories behind the scenes of his upcoming Appalachian Trail documentary, Trail Mix.  Tune in and hear about heartbreak, breakthroughs and the thru hikers whose lives were transformed by the trail. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikertrashradio/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se...

In this episode, conservationist, author, and expert lepidopterist Dr. Robert Michael Pyle discusses his  journey into the world of butterfly and Bigfoot conservation, and the inspiration behind his book 'Where Bigfoot Walks: Crossing the Dark Divide'. The discussion touches on his explorations in the Dark Divide, the myth and reality of Bigfoot, and the broader impacts of his work. Pyle also delv...

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc welcomes Dr. Robert Michael Pyle, an author of 30 books on science, natural history, poetry, and fiction. Pyle shares his experiences from his extensive hiking and naturalist background, including a perilous hike in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest and his time as a ranger in Sequoia National Park. They discuss Pyle's favorite piece of hiking gear,...

Join Rocket and Stump on this episode of Trail Talk as they tackle a thrilling, and sometimes chilling, question: What is the most dangerous trail over 400 miles in America? Episode Highlights: Defining "Dangerous": Rocket and Stump kick off the discussion by dissecting what "dangerous" truly means on the trail. Is it about sheer cliffs and grizzly bears, or are more subtle threats like extreme re...

In this bonus episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc engages with Dr. Robert Michael Pyle, a writer, naturalist, and Bigfoot enthusiast. Pyle shares insights on his most recent adventures, his eclectic music tastes, his favorite books, and the advice he offers to young naturalists. He also talks about his surprise discoveries and humorous anecdotes, providing a snapshot of his life and interests....

Deon "Sid" Barrett joins Doc in the studio to talk about The True North Project, which, if successful, will result in him doing what just a handful of Black adventurers have done:  standing atop Mount Everest.  During the convo, the two cover the Green Stuff, the difficulties associated with growing up in the Machine, the efforts of Beyond Six and 5Twenty, and the inspiration behind supp...

Doc interviews David Parrish of Off the Trail Recreation (OTTR) about his inspiration for the company's name and logo, his experiences with the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim challenge, and his preparations for future attempts. They discuss the challenges and memorable moments of his hikes, including the importance of preparation and the benefits of switching electrolytes. David also shares storie...

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc interviews David Parrish, outdoor adventurer and CEO of Off the Trail Recreation (OTTR). They discuss the genesis of OTTR, born from an incident on a crowded trail in Washington which sparked a middle-of-the-night inspiration for David. The conversation covers David's background, including his upbringing with frequent camping trips, and his journey through...

Rocket and Stump dive into the story of big wall climber Charlie Porter, who later took those same talents and applied them to furthering climate science. Settle in and buckle up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this bonus episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc introduces 'The Last 10,' a segment designed to give listeners a snapshot into the lives of their favorite guests through ten rapid-fire questions. This week's guest is David Parrish, a father of three and the founder and CEO of OTTR. David answers questions about his recent adventures, favorite music, last piece of advice given, and more, offer...

Tik and Tok, aka Tim and Renee Beissinger, join Doc to talk about their latest long trail as well as tracking wolves, their hiking app for trails in Germany, married life on the trail, the explosive growth of their TikTok subscribers, and how to carry 17 days of food through the Sierras without a bear can. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikertrashradio/support Hosted...

In this episode, host talks to Katie Buxton from New Zealand, trail name 'Bubblewrap,' about her experiences completing the Triple Crown of hiking, including the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail. Katie shares her journey, the challenges she faced, including visa issues, handling heavy snow in the Sierras, big animal encounters, and sustaining injuries. S...

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc interviews Katie Buxton, a newly anointed Triple Crowner from New Zealand. Katie, also known by her trail name 'Bubblewrap,' shares her experiences and stories from the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail. She discusses trail names, close encounters, hiker trash moments, favorite gear, and more. Katie also shares h...

Rocket and Stump dig into the enduring enigma of the Dyatlov Pass incident. From scientific theories to wild speculation, they unravel what might have happened to nine hikers in the remote Ural Mountains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this bonus episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc interviews Katie Buxton, aka Bubblewrap, a New Zealand adventurer who has completed the Triple Crown of hiking. Join us as Katie answers 'The Last 10' questions, sharing insights into her last adventure on the Appalachian Trail, her favorite activities, the last song she listened to, and other moments from her life. Get to know Katie’s character and...

Jeff "Legend" Garmire comes on the Pod to talk about the Calendar Triple Crown, the Great Western Loop, FKTs, and his upcoming attempt at the Barkley Marathons.  Along the way, he shares the hilarity and heart-stopping moments from 30,000 trail miles. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hikertrashradio/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ad...