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Backpacker Radio

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Appalachian Trail
Pacific Crest Trail
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Colorado Trail
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Continental Divide Trail
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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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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we sit down with Becca Beckham, trail name Little Bag, a Peace Corps veteran, thru-hiker and all around world traveler.

Becca has hiked the Long Trail an... more

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• The First Week of Your Thru-Hike Will Probably Be the Hardest — Here's How To Prepare by Kelly Floro

QOTD: Does pizza lose its luster as you get older?

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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Katie "Sunrise" Lance, a civil engineer turned professional triathlete turned thru-hiker who completed the AT last year before quitting her job to ... more

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Trek Propaganda

• 121 Years of Forest Service Doctrine, Undone. What Comes Next? By Katie Jackson

• A Billionaire Game Developer Has Been Buying Up Thousands of Acres in North Carolina. Why? By Katie Jackson

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Katie Sunrise Lance
Professional triathlete and thru-hiker
Former Civil Engineer, Tennessee Valley Authority
Episode: Why This Pro Triathlete Quit Her Job to Hike the Appalachian Trail with Katie "Sunrise" Lance (BPR #355)
Claire Marmot Dumont
Thru-hiker and geographer; map maker and writer for The Trek; Fulbright recipient who did Jordan Trail research
The Trek; Jordan Trail project
Episode: Finding Thru-Hiking Community, the Jordan Trail, and Bigfoot Trail Mishaps with Claire "Marmot" Dumont (BPR #354)
Megan Rascal Wilmarth
Triple Crowner, ultrarunner, and former crew chief for Tara Dower's AT FKT
Independent/Trail community
Episode: Dodging Death on the CDT, Crewing Tara Dower's AT FKT, and Triple Crowning with Megan "Rascal" Wilmarth (BPR #353)
Mills Kelly
Historian, author, and educator
George Mason University (former), author of A Hiker's History of the Appalachian Trail
Episode: A Hiker's History of the Appalachian Trail with Mills Kelly (BPR #352)
Dr. Freeborn Mondello
Physical therapist, Run Free PT founder
Run Free PT
Episode: The Ultimate Thru-Hike Training Plan: Strength, Cardio, Protocols, and Common Injury Prevention with Dr. Freeborn Mondello (BPR #351)
Mallory Weston
Artist, metalsmith, professor; inaugural CDTC/ATC residency
Colorado/Appalachian Trail residencies
Episode: Working Art into a Thru-Hike: Inside the ATC and CDTC Artist Residencies with Mallory Weston & Leslie Boyd (BPR #350)
Leslie Boyd
Artist, professor; inaugural CDTC/ATC residency
Colorado/Appalachian Trail residencies
Episode: Working Art into a Thru-Hike: Inside the ATC and CDTC Artist Residencies with Mallory Weston & Leslie Boyd (BPR #350)
Lyndsay Wreckage Monsen
Pastor-in-training and civil rights advocate; hiker who has completed multiple long-distance trails and is studying to be a Lutheran pastor
ELCA; Seminary program
Episode: Spirituality and Backpacking with Vicar Lyndsay "Wreckage" Monsen (BPR #349)
Elise Ott
Long-distance hiker, SOS, guest on episode
SOS / PCT through hiker
Episode: 9 Tips for Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2026 (BPR #348)

Hosts

Zach Badger Davis
Co-host of the show, known for engaging storytelling and humor related to hiking experiences.
Juliana Chauncey
Co-host of the show, offering unique insights on the hiking lifestyle and fostering engaging discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Chaunce is sexist

    Big fan of the show but Chaunes sexist views often get overlooked. She calls herself “old fashioned” so I shouldn’t be shocked. According to her taking out the trash is “a guys job.” And in a recent episode she thought it was okay for a mother to thru-hike but not so much the father. She said that would be a good time for the child and father to “bond” while the mother is on vacation. You think bonding isn’t happening when the mother is home? She’s had other comments about men dealing with bears... more

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    TeufeIhunden
    United States20 days ago
  • I am a fan

    I love listening to your podcast. I look forward to each episode and love listening on my way home from work.

    I have learned tips and tricks for being on the trail. I live in San Diego and I am a local hiker, but one day hope to find myself doing the PCT. Maybe when I retire.

    I really enjoy this podcast! Thank you for making me laugh and drawing me in.

    BTW, the leach scene is in the movie Stand by Me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Escarb78
    United States20 days ago
  • Let’s me go hiking in my head

    While stuck in LA traffic or trapped in my man box at work, I listen to your adventures and it helps me escape for a while. Interesting guests, a great balance of humor and info. Thanks for keeping me from totally losing my mind

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ddmansprty
    United States22 days ago
  • Stick to hiking

    I am writing to thank you for the hiking content but ask that you try to keep your very wrong thoughts on medicine/health/nutrition to yourselves. At the very least you could provide a main stream health provider on to provide fact/evidence based advice. Some of the very wrong advice on vitamins/supplements could actually be harmful. For example daily ( in town) electrolytes is wasteful at best and renal toxic at worst. I have learned so much from you all about hikes and gear I just wish the ... more

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    5
    homeskillet503
    United Statesa month ago
  • Release the files

    Leaving a 5 star review because I still need to hear the REAL episode #349

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hexx111
    United Statesa month ago

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Finding Thru-Hiking Community, the Jordan Trail, and Bigfoot Trail Mishaps with Claire "Marmot" Dumont (BPR #354)
Q: What is the elevator pitch for the Jordan Trail?
The Jordan Trail blends front country access with backcountry exploration, traversing four bio-regions and offering a rich mix of landscapes—desert canyons, Dead Sea views, and Petra—while foregrounding how local communities live with and shape the land, making land ethics central to any through-hike there.
Why This Pro Triathlete Quit Her Job to Hike the Appalachian Trail with Katie "Sunrise" Lance (BPR #355)
Q: How did your athletic path lead you to the Appalachian Trail?
Her transition from engineering to elite triathlon and eventually thru-hiking began with a steady climb through multiple endurance sports, then a realization that a forced break after a breakup and a professional season could be channeled into long-distance hiking as a path to clarity and balance.
A Hiker's History of the Appalachian Trail with Mills Kelly (BPR #352)
Q: How did the idea of hiking the entire AT come about in Mills Kelly's life?
Kelly describes an early dream sparked by Ed Garvey's writings and his own boy-scout experiences, which later collided with life events and responsibilities, leading him to embrace the trail in segments rather than as a single through-hike.
A Marine Corps Veteran on Hiking to Heal from PTSD and Reclaim His Peace, ft. Gabe "Wing It" Vasquez (BPR #334)
Q: What tips do you have for those with mental health issues?
Gabe advises everyone to seek therapy and talk to someone, as holding feelings in can lead to recklessness and pain.
A Marine Corps Veteran on Hiking to Heal from PTSD and Reclaim His Peace, ft. Gabe "Wing It" Vasquez (BPR #334)
Q: What is the vibe like in the combat environment and how did you manage it?
In the moment, he wasn't thinking about it, but looking back, he realized it was nerve-wracking. The fight or flight response was always on, and his flight response never turned off, causing him to feel tense constantly.

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Aimed at enthusiasts and newcomers to the world of long-distance backpacking, the content covers a broad range of subjects from trails like the Appalachian and Pacific Crest to tips on gear and preparation. Listeners can expect engaging anecdotes from experienced hikers, practical advice for planning through hikes, and insights into trail culture. The co-hosts share personal experiences and invite guests who provide contrasting perspectives, adding depth to discussions about community, challenges, and the joys of outdoor adventure. This podcast offers an enjoyable blend of humor and insightful revelation that can resonate with anyone interested in the hiking lifestyle.

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1. Mighty Blue On The Appalachian Trail: The Ultimate Mid-Life Crisis
2. The Backpacking Podcast presented by Outdoor Vitals
3. Adventure Sports Podcast
4. Outside Podcast
5. The Dirtbag Diaries

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Recent guests on Backpacker Radio include:

1. Katie Sunrise Lance
2. Claire Marmot Dumont
3. Megan Rascal Wilmarth
4. Mills Kelly
5. Dr. Freeborn Mondello
6. Mallory Weston
7. Leslie Boyd
8. Lyndsay Wreckage Monsen

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