

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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Jun 2, 2025 • 40min
Going to School - Devin "Windmill" Ashby (Part I)
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 sure to listen to Part II.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 31, 2025 • 31min
It's Not Brain Surgery - Krysta King (Part II)
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 Sink, the importance of facial skin care on the trail, and being judged on trail. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 31, 2025 • 31min
It's Not Brain Surgery - Krysta King (Part I)
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 Sink, the importance of facial skin care on the trail, and being judged on trail. Epic. (This is Part I. Be sure to listen to Part II.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 30, 2025 • 9min
Trail Talk with Rocket and Stump - Alex Messenger and the Grizzly
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
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May 28, 2025 • 9min
The Last 10 - Thomas "Whitney" Vincent
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
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May 26, 2025 • 1h 13min
Classic Doc: A Family Affair on the John Muir Trail
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.
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May 24, 2025 • 34min
No Filter Required - Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth (Part II)
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 importance of not having a filter. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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May 24, 2025 • 37min
No Filter Required - Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth (Part I)
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 importance of not having a filter. Epic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 23, 2025 • 13min
Trail Talk with Rocket and Stump - Shane McConkey
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
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May 21, 2025 • 9min
The Last 10 - Kenneth Posner
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
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