Hiker Trash Radio

From Golf to Ultra Running: Josh Nelson's Transformative Journey In this episode, Josh Nelson shares his incredible journey from an accomplished amateur golfer to ultra runner. Josh discusses his transition into hiking and running after COVID-19 impacted his concert-going lifestyle with his wife. He details his experience through endemic challenges, including training and competing in arduous ultr...

Embracing the Ultra: From Hiker Trash to Cocadona 250 with Josh Nelson In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc interviews Josh Nelson, a through-hiker and ultra-marathoner recently back from finishing the Cocadona 250. Josh shares his journey, involving a past life of heavy drinking and a pivotal change after a serious DUI incident. As he navigated his way from the world of golf to finding solac...

Doc and co-host Jeff Garmire have decided it's time to tall listeners what Trail Talk is all about. Settle in and buckle up for the big reveal! 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 seasoned thru-hiker Whitney LaRuffa, posing ten insightful questions that delve into his recent experiences and personal reflections. They discuss topics ranging from trying new foods and navigating uncomfortable situations to memorable travels and acts of kindness. Whitney also shares his thoughts on nostalgia, personal goals, gratitude,...

Swedish thru hiker (and HTR Super Fan!) Thomas "Whitney" Vincent takes a break from the Shikoku 88 to talk trail and hiker trashdom with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Whitney, with his long strides, covers some serious mileage with Doc, including discussions of foam pads, being vertical and horizontal on the trail, Swede, Squid, Anita, Ronfornow, the right to roam, the PCT and CDT, pit...

Swedish thru hiker (and HTR Super Fan!) Thomas "Whitney" Vincent takes a break from the Shikoku 88 to talk trail and hiker trashdom with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Whitney, with his long strides, covers some serious mileage with Doc, including discussions of foam pads, being vertical and horizontal on the trail, Swede, Squid, Anita, Ronfornow, the right to roam, the PCT and CDT, pit...

Grid completer, peak bagger, barefoot hiker, and now author Kenneth Posner sits down with Doc in the studio to talk trail, transcendentalism, and multi-year projects. Settle in and buckle up as Barefoot Ken and Doc discuss the one essential item, the Catskills, the Grid, 420 peaks in two years, stiletto shrieks, tingling fingers, quiet desperation, Whitman, Emerson, Thoreau, filling the void, and...

Grid completer, peak bagger, barefoot hiker, and now author Kenneth Posner sits down with Doc in the studio to talk trail, transcendentalism, and multi-year projects. Settle in and buckle up as Barefoot Ken and Doc discuss the one essential item, the Catskills, the Grid, 420 peaks in two years, stiletto shrieks, tingling fingers, quiet desperation, Whitman, Emerson, Thoreau, filling the void, and...

Rocket and Stump share the incredible story of Ada Blackjack, a humble seamstress from Alaska who became a symbol of resilience after surviving a harrowing eight-month ordeal alone on Wrangel Island in the Arctic. 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, ultrarunner, and Cocodona 250 finisher Josh Nelson through 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.

Hiker and backcountry expert Devin "Windmill" Ashby drops into the studio to share some backcountry tips with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Windmill talks about shifting winds, ninja moves, Unified Studies, Outdoor Recreation Management, dead bird water, the tedium of cooking gear, contradictions, and five excellent bits of advice every hiker needs to know. Epic. (This is Part II. Be s...

Hiker and backcountry expert Devin "Windmill" Ashby drops into the studio to share some backcountry tips with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Windmill talks about shifting winds, ninja moves, Unified Studies, Outdoor Recreation Management, dead bird water, the tedium of cooking gear, contradictions, and five excellent bits of advice every hiker needs to know. Epic. (This is Part I. Be su...

Thru hiker and dog mom Krysta King drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio with Doc to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as Krysta shares how her life turned upside down and changed directions after having to have brain surgery. Along the way, Doc and Krysta talk about relearning to walk, the Wonderland Trail, Havasupai, dogs on the CDT, interesting conversation topics on the trail, Kitchen...

Thru hiker and dog mom Krysta King drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio with Doc to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as Krysta shares how her life turned upside down and changed directions after having to have brain surgery. Along the way, Doc and Krysta talk about relearning to walk, the Wonderland Trail, Havasupai, dogs on the CDT, interesting conversation topics on the trail, Kitchen...

Rocket and Stump recount the incredible story of Alex Messenger, who was attacked by a grizzly in the Canadian wilderness while on a canoeing trip. 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 Thomas "Whitney" Vincent through his paces with 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 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 Hoste...

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...

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 FK...

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...

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...

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.