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Backpacker Radio

The Trek
Appalachian Trail
Pacific Crest Trail
Thru-Hiking
Hiking
Electrolytes
Trail Culture
Backpacking
Colorado Trail
Continental Divide Trail
Gossamer Gear
Mental Health
Triple Crown
Outdoor Recreation
PCT
Hiking Gear
Ultralight Backpacking
Te Araroa
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Long-Distance Backpacking

From the Appalachian Trail to the Pacific Crest and everything in between. Backpacker Radio is a show all about the wonderful world that is thru-hiking and long distance backpacking. Co-hosts, Zach "Badger" Davis and Juliana "Chaunce" Chauncey muse on the backpacking life and the latest from the trail every other week. Topics include but are not limited to news, trail culture, interviews, gear, ad... more

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Trail Goss Episode 1

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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by onX Backcountry and Topo Athletic, myself along with, Katie, and Jabba break down our recent hike of the Loowit Trail, a 31-mile loop circumnavigating Washington's active... more

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Trail Goss Episode 3

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• I Hiked 27.5 Miles Every Day for a Year: Here's Everything... more

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by onX Backcountry and LMNT, we are joined by Michael "Broadway" Grant, a world traveler who has visited 56 countries, cycled across America, and is currently daily-vlogging... more

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Michael Broadway Grant
World traveler and PCT thru-hiker, 56 countries visited, long-distance cyclist and adventurer
Independent traveler
Episode: PCT Meltdowns, Side Quests, & Animal Encounters, and Traveling to 56 Countries with Michael "Broadway" Grant (BPR #375)
Whitney LaRuffa
Allgood on trail; former ALDHA-West president; gear industry veteran
Gossamer Gear
Episode: The Ultralight Subreddit, Pack Fabric Pros and Cons, and Not Triple Crowning (Yet) with Whitney "Allgood" La Ruffa (BPR #374)
Isabel Eastam
Badger-sponsored hiker in 2016, later connected with podcast
Badger sponsorship program (Past)
Episode: OR Echo Hoodie Review, Women-Owned Ultralight Brands, Reasons Not to Go Backpacking, and Go-To Wedding Dance Moves
Bee Corrado
Backpacker, public school Spanish teacher, outdoor content creator, PCT hiker
Independent content creator
Episode: Embracing Her Feral Side, Forester Pass at Midnight, and The Best Cinnamon Rolls on the PCT with Bee Corrado (BPR #373)
Miranda Webster
Creator behind Miranda Goes Outside; former REI employee
Miranda Goes Outside/REI
Episode: From Cashier to the Face of REI, Inventing the M!GO Bottle, and the Geotagging Debate with Miranda Webster (BPR #372)
Elise Ott
Long-distance hiker, runner, writer; Yosemite High Route finisher
Sauce (Elise Ott)
Episode: The Yosemite High Route: Type 2 Fun, Running out of Fuel, and Mystery Swelling with Elise "SOS" Ott (BPR #371)
Taylor Santa
Thru-hiker known as Hamilton; AT 2017, Florida Trail, CDT completions
Independent thru-hiker
Episode: Quitting and Returning to Thru-Hikes, Glissading Mishaps, and Swamp Walking with Taylor "Hamilton" Santa (BPR #370)
Katie Doubledip Jackson
Senior writer at The Trek, expert on trails and related news
The Trek
Episode: Trail News: Shrinking National Monuments, Easy Colorado Trailhead Access, Egypt vs. Aliens, and the Best Disney/Pixar Movies
Shawn Mahoney
Hiker known for carrying Larry the Log
Episode: From Near-Death Sepsis to Triple Crowning while Carrying Larry the Log with Shawn Mahoney (BPR #368)

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Zach Davis
Host of Backpacker Radio (co-host) with a long-running presence in trail storytelling and gear discussions
Juliana Chauncey
Co-host and long-time contributor, known for interviewing style and trail culture coverage

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • less scary five stars

    as a kid my dad use to bring me rock climbing. when the route was getting good he would shout down at me ‘FIVE STAR’ in encouragement. as a listener to Backpacker Radio you can also have the ‘FIVE STAR’ experience, but without the cliff face.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Molly Beilstein
    United Statesa month ago
  • Cold soaker pride

    I met Zach in Seattle this summer and asked him about any cold soak recipes he would recommend. He proceeded to describe cold soaked meals as slop and to urge me to change my lifestyle. Thanks to the bystander who witnessed this act of violence and shared a buffalo pasta salad recipe. I will never stop enjoying my slop. Haters begone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wakakhan
    United Statesa month ago
  • Drunken Noodles

    Spicy show needs its own trail name

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    97Gamecock
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing… just dont talk geeky

    I have finally caught up after two years of listening, sadly just to have Chaunce leave 😫. This podcast is entertaining, educational, and full of surprises. Just one complaint… as a dedicated Star Wars fan it was painful to listen to the triple crown of Star Wars characters.. and chaunce explain the story… she wasn’t completely wrong but still not quite right. Other than that love the girl talk episodes and more Jess would be nice. Love it! Will continue listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vic Lani
    United States3 months ago
  • Love listening to this podcast but the audio needs work

    Listening to this in car the audio mixing is often very rough. Even when not in my car guests and hosts are all different volumes. Often one is way louder and someone is way too quiet. If they could fix this audio issue podcast would be perfect. I love the content though keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LavDad
    United States3 months ago

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Guests are often compelling and diverse, spanning top hikers to photographers.
Listeners praise the show's authentic trail stories and gear insights.
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Embracing Her Feral Side, Forester Pass at Midnight, and The Best Cinnamon Rolls on the PCT with Bee Corrado (BPR #373)
Q: What's the story behind Crack Sniffer and how did Bee respond to the nickname?
Bee explains that she was offered several names and that Crack Sniffer came from sniffing the bark of Jeffrey and Ponderosa pines in the San Jacinto area; she notes it's a funny, bold name that she hesitated to fully embrace.
Quitting and Returning to Thru-Hikes, Glissading Mishaps, and Swamp Walking with Taylor "Hamilton" Santa (BPR #370)
Q: What led to the decision to stop the CDT early and then come back later?
A combination of emotional fatigue, the compelling support network in the AT community, and a deliberate choice to reset with a shorter, more manageable goal before rejoining the CDT later.
Quitting and Returning to Thru-Hikes, Glissading Mishaps, and Swamp Walking with Taylor "Hamilton" Santa (BPR #370)
Q: What initially drew you to long‑distance hiking and the AT in particular?
Taylor describes a family background in the outdoors, a nudge from her dad, and a decision during college to quit school and pursue the AT, which evolved into broader aspirations like the Florida Trail and CDT once the journey proved deeply rewarding.
FarPointe Sun Cruiser Review, Favorite Thru-Hiking Memories, Losing Your Spoon vs. Your Shelter, and Movies Everyone Loves that You Hate
Q: Would you rather on day one of your through hike, lose your shelter and have to always cowboy camp on the AT or lose your spoon and have to eat all meals with only your hands?
Lose your spoon by far, as sleeping in shelters is more feasible than constantly cowboy camping, and the longer you're on the trail the more annoying it becomes to eat with hands.
From Near-Death Sepsis to Triple Crowning while Carrying Larry the Log with Shawn Mahoney (BPR #368)
Q: How has carrying a log affected Shawn's health and hiking performance?
The log is physically demanding, shifting loads and causing shoulder wear, but Shawn notes weight management, frequent shoulder switches, and strong legs as compensations; he also attributes significant health improvements to consistent training after his near-fatal sepsis episode.

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A long-running outdoors podcast centers on thru-hiking culture, gear, trail news, and interviews with people living the trail life. Episodes blend deep-dive conversations with practical gear talk, trail-by-trail storytelling, and cross-network promos, often featuring standout guests such as professional photographers, outfitter-owners, and renowned long-distance hikers. The show balances technical discussions (weight, tents, sleep systems) with personal narratives from the road, making it a comprehensive listen for hikers, outdoor professionals, and brand collaborators exploring lifestyle, endurance, and trail economies. Notable is the emphasis on Triple Crown trails, trail journalism, and a vibrant, banter-heavy host dynamic that keeps con... more

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Recent guests on Backpacker Radio include:

1. Michael Broadway Grant
2. Whitney LaRuffa
3. Isabel Eastam
4. Bee Corrado
5. Miranda Webster
6. Elise Ott
7. Taylor Santa
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