Hiker Trash Radio

Thru hiker, peak bagger, and dreadlock artist Liz "Handstand" Kidder stops by the studio to chat with Doc. In addition to talking trails and peaks with Doc, Handstand also shares her own personal journey on a trail that's led to the lowest of lows and the highest of highs. Settle in and listen up as the former child gymnast talks about sobriety, the two Bens, the traditional swirl and hurl, finding the Circus Arts, dreadlocks (of course!), tattoos, unexpected Christmas gifts, and giving up a piece of herself so two other people can survive. "Not all heroes wear capes. Some have dreads." - Doc Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LASHer, peak-bagger, and outdoor adventurer Stacia "Tink" Bennett comes down off her latest mountain to chat with Doc. Settle in and listen up as the two engage in a fascinating and inspiring conversation about how to adventure [what works for you] and who should adventure [umm, everyone]. Along the way, you'll hear this former farmgirl who was not outdoorsy or athletic discuss hammocking, travel loofahs, imposter syndrome, fancy meals, porter overload, wild trail names, broken-ankle hiking, the joy of finding her people. An unforgettable episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's "volunteer" is thru hiker holder of the self-supported FKT of the PCT, Nick "Desert Jesus" Fowler! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Calendar Year Triple Crowner and thru hiking legend, Jack "Quadzilla" Jones drops into the studio from Thailand to talk some trail with Doc. Settle in and listen up as Quadzilla talks about how to truly prepare for a thru hike, both physically and mentally. Along the way, the two discuss the grind of modern life, how depression has impacted Jack's life, trail efficiencies, childhood trauma, poop guns, Bulgarian split squats, deep thoughts on the trail, and his amazing journeys, both literal and metaphorical. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fire captain, ultra runner, and endurance athlete Andrew Glaze comes in from the trails to chat with Doc. Fresh off his fourth running of UTMB, Andrew talks about growing up in Southern California and searching for ways to ease his anxiety. He found running, and 20 years later has put together a three-and-a-half year streak of running at least 100 miles per week. Settle in and hear the wide-ranging discussion, including topics like being the driver at the rear of the fire rig, going to school to learn exercise, Dinner Miles, visualizing the finish, Garmin watches, what happens when a bear takes all your food, weird shaped toes, the magic of lube and tape, and ripped hamstrings. Epic guest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's "volunteer" is ultra runner, coach, author, and now Barkley vet, Damian Hall! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Endurance athlete and ultra runner Callie Vinson share her incredible story with Doc. Once an unhealthy eater and averse to running, Callie now finds herself eating healthier, running 200-mile races, and being 200 pounds lighter. Settle in as Callie talks about her weight loss journey, waist belt lamps, coochie napkins, homemade pop tarts, Cloudy Brown, being a TP Hero, the importance of small steps, and the unique challenges that 200-mile trail races pose to someone who is bad at napping and is still learning how to use her limbs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stuntwoman, adventure filmmaker, and outdoor advocate Alice Ford unclips from the cables and drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to discuss a variety of adventures with Doc. This New Hampshire native shares how she got her start in the outdoors and in the stunt world, and talks about entry-level hikes, the attraction of solo hiking, female empowerment, indigenous cultures, pushing the limits, and embedding herself in the outdoors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's "volunteer" is thru hiker and author of Adventure in Wonderland, Christine Reed! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adventure Chef Robin Hill joins Doc for an episode unlike any other. The former Naked and Afraid contestant shares his unique story and perspectives, from growing up in Montana to heading up a school for traveling rock climbers to his dreams of owning and operating the highest-altitude burger stand in the world. Settle in as Robin discusses tunneling ravens, burying your food, grandma's jello mold, what to do when your food runs away, power saving mode, a Denali expedition you won't believe, and cooking for a bachelorette party. Wild. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.