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Hikes and Mics Podcast

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Hikes & Mics is where the trail meets the conversation. Each week, host Ivan Orozco brings together hikers, backpackers, and outdoor adventurers to share the stories, lessons, and inspiration they’ve found in the great outdoors. From life-changing summits to quiet moments on local trails, our guests open up about how nature has shaped their journeys—physically, mentally, and spiritually. Every epi... more

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🎙️ For years, Christian O'Connor was what he calls a "hardliner gatekeeper", quietly discouraging people from the Arizona backcountry he grew up in. Then he became a guide.

Christian traces the path from a Montreal kid dropped int... more

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🎙️ Three years since his first episode, Justin "JustRoc" Rimon is back on Hikes and Mics. Host of the Just Trek Podcast, founder of the Just Trek Crew, and the guy whose Star Wars-themed group hike helped inspire Yakima Valley Trek... more

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🎙️ Four years ago, Hikes and Mics started with a folding table, a mic, and total strangers at trailheads. Now, closing in on 200 episodes, the tables get turned — literally. For this anniversary special, my longtime guest and frien... more

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🎙️ Larkin returns to Hikes and Mics — two years after his first episode, and 14 months deeper into life as a park ranger. 

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Meg Atteberry
Outdoor educator and former pro rider
Outdoor educator and writer
Episode: Hitting the SOS Button: A 20-Hour Backcountry Rescue | Meg Atteberry | Outdoor Educator & Writer
GG Edwards
Founder of Nara Pants (Gnara); creator of GoFly zipper technology
Gnara / Nara Pants
Episode: From Alaskan Glacier to Global Brand: GG Edwards on Building Gnara & Redesigning the Outdoors for Everyone
Cyrus Philbrick
Associate Director, Cowiche Canyon Conservancy
Cowiche Canyon Conservancy
Episode: Protecting Washington's Vanishing Shrub-Steppe | Cyrus Philbrick & Bridget Clark | Cowiche Canyon Conservancy
Bridget Clark
Engagement and Outreach Specialist, Cowiche Canyon Conservancy
Cowiche Canyon Conservancy
Episode: Protecting Washington's Vanishing Shrub-Steppe | Cyrus Philbrick & Bridget Clark | Cowiche Canyon Conservancy
Tom French
Author and climber, former McKinsey executive
Author of The Gap Years, Climbing, Skiing, and The Journey Back
Episode: From McKinsey to Mount Everest: Tom French on Gap Years, Summiting at 60 & Reclaiming the Life You Left Behind
Brendan Hall
NYU-trained filmmaker, explorer's club member, director of Out There, A National Park Story
Out There (Film), Brendan Hall
Episode: Seven Years, 10,000 Miles & One Film: Brendan Hall on Capturing the Soul of America's National Parks
Ken Posner
Ultramarathoner, analyst, author
Barefoot Ken / Chasing the Grid
Episode: Ditch the Shoes, Find the Trail | Ken Posner | Author of Chasing the Grid & Barefoot Peak Bagger Chasing 1,000 Mountains
Stephanie Pearson
National Geographic Explorer, Outside Magazine contributing editor, author of 100 Hikes of a Lifetime USA
National Geographic, Outside Magazine, Author of 100 Hikes of a Lifetime USA
Episode: The Best Hikes Don't Require a Passport | Stephanie Pearson | National Geographic Explorer & Author of 100 Hikes of a Lifetime U.S.A.
Alec Sills-Trausch
Travel writer, photographer, and founder of Explore with Alec
Explore with Alec
Episode: Hiking the Grand Canyon Mid-Radiation: Alec Sills-Trausch on Surviving Cancer & Chasing Adventure

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Ivan Orozco
Host of Hikes and Mics Podcast

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • Season 14!

    Season 14 is OFF THE CHARTS! 🔥🔥🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tamionthetrail
    United States5 months ago
  • Must listen for hikers!!

    Ok, I’m biased because I was a guest on the podcast — but I’m

    Also a listener and a huge fan of the show. Ivan and Jordyn are the BEST and if you are a hiker, you simply must listen!! I listen to every episode and continually find myself inspired and learning something new from each guest. Highly recommended, one of my absolute favorite podcasts!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a.allison
    United States8 months ago
  • Great escape

    Inspiring, informative, and entertaining; this podcast is a welcome respite from the chaos outside of nature.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Balewand
    United Statesa year ago
  • Loved

    Thanks for the informative content. Entertaining, and educational😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna Beard 6809
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Enjoyed the most recent episode covering the Lake District, my particular interest. I will now binge listen to the rest of the episodes 👍 Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LANCJ1
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Episodes are seen as binge-worthy for park lovers and travel-hungry listeners.
The show blends adventure with helpful safety advice and uplifting moments.
Guests are described as authentic, approachable, and motivating for outdoor beginners and veterans alike.
Season 14 offers consistently inspiring hiking stories and practical takeaways.

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Hitting the SOS Button: A 20-Hour Backcountry Rescue | Meg Atteberry | Outdoor Educator & Writer
Q: What were the key factors that led to the decision to call for help, and how did you decide when to activate the SOS button?
The decision emerged from escalating pain, the inability to safely continue on the talus pass, and the recognition that there were no easy alternatives; weighing the risk of continuing against the certainty of rescue made hitting the SOS button the clear choice.
From McKinsey to Mount Everest: Tom French on Gap Years, Summiting at 60 & Reclaiming the Life You Left Behind
Q: What was it like summiting Everest on the second attempt, and did you feel closure?
The second ascent involved a strategic, slow approach with a remote Makalu Barun prelude; the summit felt stunning but not emotionally explosive, and true closure came later through reflection, re-entry, and a broader sense of purpose beyond Everest.
From McKinsey to Mount Everest: Tom French on Gap Years, Summiting at 60 & Reclaiming the Life You Left Behind
Q: When did the idea of a gap year first take hold and what did it unlock for you?
It simmered for years, but the crucial shift happened during a retirement planning moment at 60, where I realized I could replicate the passions of my youth and explore new adventures without fully leaving the professional world behind.
Seven Years, 10,000 Miles & One Film: Brendan Hall on Capturing the Soul of America's National Parks
Q: Brendan, how has your mindset about exploration and your Moon-side journey reframed your view of hiking and trails today?
Brendan explains that exploration is about transforming the way you see the world, highlighting how experiences—from park stories to space-adjacent quests—shape a broader sense of connectedness and responsibility to public lands.
Ditch the Shoes, Find the Trail | Ken Posner | Author of Chasing the Grid & Barefoot Peak Bagger Chasing 1,000 Mountains
Q: Ken, one thing that I think a lot of us in the outdoor space, especially at the beginning of the year, they like to set goals. Can you share what sparked your thousand mountains barefoot idea and your progress so far?
The idea arose after a chance conversation with a mountaineer about climbing 777 peaks; it evolved into a thousand-mountain goal as a multi-year project to energize his life, encourage others, and make the sport more accessible.

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A hiking-focused interview series that blends adventure storytelling with practical outdoor wisdom. Conversations center on trail experiences, backcountry skills, gear, and mindset shifts from elite hikers, climbers, filmmakers, researchers, and endurance athletes. Guests bring real-world lessons—from resilience on long through-hikes and polar expeditions to building outdoor brands and storytelling projects—while episodes mix personal journeys with actionable tips for safer, more meaningful time in nature. A standout pattern is its accessible, down-to-earth vibe, the recurring emphasis on community and inclusivity in the outdoors, and a breezy, listener-friendly lightning round that caps each show with quick-fire reflections.

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7. Ken Posner
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