Photojournalist and war photographer Jacob Zocherman joins Doc for some studio time to share his journey. Settle in and buckle up as Jacob details his path to becoming a photographer in some of the world's most intense conflict zones, including South Sudan, Nairobi, and Ukraine. He also discusses the parallel journey of experiencing PTSD, discovering the healing power of trail running, and finding himself capturing one of the most iconic shots of Jasmin Paris finishing the 2024 Barkley Marathons. Epic. (This is Part I. Be sure to listen to Part II.)

Show Notes

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc interviews internationally acclaimed photojournalist and war photographer, Jacob Zocherman. Jacob discusses the intersection of his professional work in conflict zones with his personal passion for ultrarunning, particularly his experiences documenting the brutal Barkley Marathons. They delve into Jacob's journey through PTSD, his approach to both photography and running, and the challenges of renovating a 200-year-old farm. Listen in as Jacob shares insights about capturing human struggle, both on and off the trail.


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