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Saturday, September 6, 2025 A Reason to Stop - David "GeoDude" DeVito (Part II)

Thru hiker David "GeoDude" DeVito, fresh off his Great Western Loop attempt, joins Doc in the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buc...

Saturday, September 6, 2025 A Reason to Stop - David "GeoDude" DeVito (Part I)

Thru hiker David "GeoDude" DeVito, fresh off his Great Western Loop attempt, joins Doc in the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buc...

Friday, September 5, 2025 Trail Talk with Rocket and Stump - Lessons from 2025

Rocket and Stump take a look at the numerous mishaps and tragedies on the trail in 2025, and extract some safety recommendations.

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 The Last 10 - Sue Neuhauser

Settle in and buckle up as Doc uses The Last 10 on Triple Crowner Sue "Firefly" Neuhauser!

Monday, September 1, 2025 Taking Off The Mask - Victoria Bruce and Adventures with Emilie (Part II)

Kiwi tramper and author Victoria Bruce joins Doc in the studio to talk about her Te Araroa thru hike with her seven-year-old daughter and her subseque...

Monday, September 1, 2025 Taking Off The Mask - Victoria Bruce and Adventures with Emilie (Part I)

Kiwi tramper and author Victoria Bruce joins Doc in the studio to talk about her Te Araroa thru hike with her seven-year-old daughter and her subseque...

Saturday, August 30, 2025 Figuring It Out - Alex "Money Shot" Maier (Part II)

Thru hiker and filmmaker Alex "Money Shot" Maier drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and life's profound moments with Doc. Settle i...

Saturday, August 30, 2025 Figuring It Out - Alex "Money Shot" Maier (Part I)

Thru hiker and filmmaker Alex "Money Shot" Maier drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and life's profound moments with Doc. Settle i...

Friday, August 29, 2025 Trail Talk with Rocket and Stump - The Post Trail Blues

Rocket and Stump dive into the emotional challenges many long-distance hikers face after finishing a big trek. They discuss what post-trail depression...

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 The Last 10 - David DeVito

Settle in and buckle up as Doc uses The Last 10 on thru hiker David DeVito!

Saturday, August 23, 2025 Random Forest Runner - John Kelly (Part II)

Ultrarunner and data scientist John Kelly sits down with Doc to talk some serious Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as this eight-time Barkley Mar...

Saturday, August 23, 2025 Random Forest Runner - John Kelly (Part I)

Ultrarunner and data scientist John Kelly sits down with Doc to talk some serious Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as this eight-time Barkley Mar...

Hiker Trash Radio

Join Doc and his guests on Hiker Trash Radio, the outdoor adventure podcast that takes you on a myriad of trails. With interviews from thru hikers, skydivers, adventure athletes, big wall climbers, and more, each episode is packed with trail talk, gear tips, and hilarious misadventures. And if you thought the great outdoors was all sunshine and rainbows, think again! Tune in for tales of blistered feet, helicopter evacuations, and Type II Fun that will make you appreciate the comforts of home. Settle in and get ready to trade the city for the wilderness. It's time to embrace the suck!

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This is one of my favorite podcasts. I truly enjoy each hiker’s story and adventures. They are all so fascinating and daring. Keep up with these great guests and interviews.
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Totally awesome podcast that provides a perfect listen for the time between, or on, the trails. Keep it up Doc!

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Most content enjoyable, although FKTs, Barley Marathon, elite performers seem over-represented.
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Contagious Adventuring - Susan "Monkey" van Weperen (Part II)

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