

Hiker Trash Radio
Doc, Bleav
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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Apr 7, 2025 • 36min
So Far - Connor "Jackrabbit" Chapdelaine (Part II)
Thru hiker Connor "Jackrabbit" Chapdelaine stops by the studio to share his big plans with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Jackrabbit discusses some recent adventures before dropping the big news: his upcoming attempt on the Fastest Known Time of the Calendar Year Triple Crown! Listen closely and you'll hear about the last 100 miles on the PCT; a little camo, a little don't shoot; risking it; half-eaten dinners; chicken coop hitches; Blouse; CYTC advice; doubt; and his journey so far. An instant classic. This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!
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Apr 7, 2025 • 35min
So Far - Connor "Jackrabbit" Chapdelaine (Part I)
Thru hiker Connor "Jackrabbit" Chapdelaine stops by the studio to share his big plans with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Jackrabbit discusses some recent adventures before dropping the big news: his upcoming attempt on the Fastest Known Time of the Calendar Year Triple Crown! Listen closely and you'll hear about the last 100 miles on the PCT; a little camo, a little don't shoot; risking it; half-eaten dinners; chicken coop hitches; Blouse; CYTC advice; doubt; and his journey so far. An instant classic. This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!
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Apr 5, 2025 • 33min
Blister Whisperer - Emily "Squishy" Schrick (Part II)
Thru hiker and photographer Emily "Squishy" Schrick joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Squishy shares a wide variety of thoughts, including the attraction of shorter hikes, Hot Mess, Butters, her transition from med school to thru hiking, Mineral King, Patagonia, and the meltdown at Wawona. Epic. This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!
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Apr 5, 2025 • 44min
Blister Whisperer - Emily "Squishy" Schrick (Part I)
Thru hiker and photographer Emily "Squishy" Schrick joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Squishy shares a wide variety of thoughts, including the attraction of shorter hikes, Hot Mess, Butters, her transition from med school to thru hiking, Mineral King, Patagonia, and the meltdown at Wawona. Epic. This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!
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Apr 4, 2025 • 17min
Trail Talk with Rocket and Stump - The Sierra Ghost Town of Bodie
Rocket and Stump take a side trip off the trail and explore the legendary California ghost town of Bodie. Settle in and buckle up as the two explore its early days, the gritty existence of its inhabitants, and its current reality as a ghost town. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 23min
Runners and Crew - A Barkley Bonus Episode
In this Bonus Barkley episode, Doc takes listeners to ground zero of the Massacre in Frozen Head, talking to runners and crew members before and after the race. Settle in and buckle up as we hear the back stories, the preparation, the drama, and the heartbreak from the people who experienced this year's Barkley Marathons firsthand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apr 1, 2025 • 32min
Signature Line - Jeff "Legend" Garmire
Thru hiker and outdoor entrepreneur Jeff "Legend" Garmire drops into the studio with Doc to share what he's been up to and his latest training idea. Settle in and buckle up as this global superstar discusses your next purchase. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Mar 31, 2025 • 30min
Dirty Pot Water - Kelly Joy "9 lives" Hays (Part II)
Thru hiker and dietician Kelly Joy "9 lives" Hays drops into the studio to share some stories with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 9 lives discusses fire ants, ovarian cysts, poison ivy, pee cans, Side Quest, the moment, and the varied levels of Leave No Trace. An instant classic! This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!
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Mar 31, 2025 • 39min
Dirty Pot Water - Kelly Joy "9 lives" Hays (Part I)
Thru hiker and dietician Kelly Joy "9 lives" Hays drops into the studio to share some stories with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 9 lives discusses fire ants, ovarian cysts, poison ivy, pee cans, Side Quest, the moment, and the varied levels of Leave No Trace. An instant classic! This is Part I; be sure to listen to Part II!
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Mar 29, 2025 • 35min
The Before Times - Alex "A-Train" Rigney (Part II)
Thru hiker Alex "A-Train" Rigney joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to share his thoughts of the good ol' days, back before everything was automatic. Settle in and buckle up as A-Train fondly remembers the days of calling cards, bear hangs, off-duty taxi hitches, Samurai Joe, Nafta, the Pennsylvania Ruck, and Baltimore Jack. Epic. This is Part II; be sure to listen to Part I!
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