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Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast

Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast
Catskill Mountains
Catskills
Hiking
Winter Hiking
Appalachian Trail
Skiing
Hudson Valley
Trail Running
Long Path
Adirondacks
Escarpment Trail
Borscht Belt
Fly Fishing
Hiking Gear
Climate Change
Trail Maintenance
Hiking Safety
Wildfires
Catskill Mountain House
Photography

A podcast dedicated to the The Catskill Mountains in upstate New York. Discussions involve hiking, history and more along with interviews of local hiking legends, local businesses, volunteers and local authorities. Discussions sometimes go out of the Catskills. Join us by subscribing!

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Welcome to episode 245! This week, Ellen Kalish from the Ravensbeard Wildlife Center joins us to talk about the incredible work they do rescuing, rehabilitating, and caring for wildlife, with a special focus on our feathered friends. Ellen takes us b... more

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Welcome to episode 244! This week, Tad and I sit down with Matt Kleinknecht, who took on the 2026 Catstail Marathon. Matt takes us through the ups and downs—literally—and gives us a look at what it takes to sign up for and tackle these brutally chall... more

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Welcome to episode 243! This week, Tad and I decided to take a little break from the usual interviews and just shoot the shit! We sit down, catch up, drink up, and spend most of the episode talking about our most recent hiking adventures. We also div... more

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Welcome to episode 242! This week, Josh Gorsch from Ursa’s Compass Guiding joins us to talk about his experience taking on the Devil in a Day! Josh shares the highs, the struggles, and the moments that tested him along the way—and why, sometimes, the... more

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Matthew Kleinknecht
EMT, paramedic student, hiker and trail runner
Episode: Episode 244 - The Catstail Marathon with Matthew Kleinknecht
Josh Gorsch
Licensed hiking, camping, fishing, canoeing and kayaking guide
Ursa's Compass
Episode: Episode 242 - Devil in a day with Josh Gorsch from Ursa's Compass
James O'Boyle
Hiker who thru-hiked the Northville-Placid Trail
Northville-Placid Trail through-hike subject
Episode: Episode 241 - The Northville Placid Trail with James O'Boyle
Rob Potter
Through-hiker who completed the Finger Lakes Trail
Finger Lakes Trail Conference
Episode: Episode 240 - The Finger Lakes Trail with Rob Potter
Tim Luby
Founder of Hiker Weather App
Hiker Weather / hikintel.com
Episode: Episode 239 - Hiker's Weather App with Tim Luby
Jonathan Kranz
Mushroom expert and forager
Massachusetts/Maine (foraging and mushroom education)
Episode: Episode 238 - Mushroom Talks with Jonathan Kranz
Katy Henderson
Henderson Hikes, known for extensive Catskills hiking and a year-long recovery story from a serious ankle injury
Episode: Episode 237 - The Comeback of Katy Henderson
Kristi Confortin
Wildlife biologist; founder of Trail Sisters Catskills
Trail Sisters Catskills
Episode: Episode 236 - Kristi from the Trail Sisters Catskills
Kumi Redpath
Fastest Known Time entrant for the Long Path
Self
Episode: Episode 235 - Long Path FKT with Kumi and Glen Redpath

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Ted
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Tad Talley
Co-host
Stosch Russen
Co-host and frequent guest on the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 135 ratings
  • Too much swearing

    Love the topics, and getting people to appreciate the New York outdoors is worth doing. But I can't play this with my kids around, and the constant f-bombs sound forced, like the hosts are trying too hard to seem real. The explicit rating also costs the show advertisers and listeners. There's a lot of good information here, and it gets lost because of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LVLewitinn
    United Statesa month ago
  • Entertainment & Education

    I love listening to the podcast. It’s incredibly entertaining, but it also delivers a tremendous amount of education to listeners. Even if you’ve been hiking or involved in the outdoor community for decades, there’s always something new to learn from the conversations and experiences they share. Beyond the podcast itself, they’ve also created an amazing forum for the hiking community — a space that has fostered genuine friendships, hiking partnerships, and a deeper sense of connection among outd... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tbold Outdoors
    United States5 months ago
  • Awesome Podcast!

    These guys are awesome! They alert you of which trails to avoid or to be cautious of so that you don’t get mauled by mountain lions in NYS.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BooBee NYC
    United States6 months ago
  • EPIC

    Thanks again for the Epic podcast. Love the banter, love the intro, love the humor and always excellent guests. Cheers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xXAmaroqXx
    United States10 months ago
  • Great stories

    I moved back to the Hudson Valley this summer after being away for about 15years, with only occasional visits. This podcast has been an incredible source of inspiration for hikes, history, books, and drives around the Catskills. It’s clued me into so many topics I wasn’t familiar with and reminded me of stories and places I forgot about.

    The banter between the guys is hilarious and Tad is quick as a whip with the dad jokes. Absolutely awesome podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KilgoreTroutHikes
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the banter, authenticity, and practical trail info.
The show is a strong local hub for Catskills hikers and conservation-minded listeners.
Guests brings diverse expertise from beekeeping to trail running and forestry.

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Episode 244 - The Catstail Marathon with Matthew Kleinknecht
Q: Did you that day have an objective to finish under a certain time? Did you make that objective? Tell us about what your expectations were and how it turned out for you.
He hoped to finish in under nine hours and ideally nearer eight. He completed the race in roughly 8 hours and 33 minutes and was pleased with the result, while treating the rain and difficult conditions as part of the day rather than an excuse.
Episode 244 - The Catstail Marathon with Matthew Kleinknecht
Q: Did you in preparation for the Catstail change up your training regimen to get better prepared for it or do you just keep training as you normally go out and run every day?
Kleinknecht said he trained through regular running, a 50K, the Escarpment Trail, and shorter elevation-focused runs, without following a pace or heart-rate zone plan. He bases his effort on how he feels and uses easy outings after hard days to keep moving.
Episode 242 - Devil in a day with Josh Gorsch from Ursa's Compass
Q: What should they do to get physically ready for it?
Gorsch recommends hiking frequently and says running helped him. He advises being in good shape because the long day puts substantial strain on the knees.
Episode 242 - Devil in a day with Josh Gorsch from Ursa's Compass
Q: So do you reach a point where you feel like, this is too hard, I should bail?
Gorsch says he felt fantastic throughout the hike and never considered stopping; he even went running the next day.
Episode 240 - The Finger Lakes Trail with Rob Potter
Q: What initially drew you to the Finger Lakes Trail, and how did you approach planning a through-hike?
Rob explains he got into ultrarunning and trail running, discovered the Finger Lakes Trail signages, and decided to pursue a through-hike, which required months of route planning, careful resupply planning, and mapping using FLTC resources plus cross-referencing other mapping sites to locate viable campsites and water sources.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners tune in for down-to-earth hiking stories, Catskills history, local governance, and outdoor culture, often featuring guests who are trail leaders, authors, educators, and active volunteers. The show blends practical trail tips, regional history, conservation issues, and community happenings, with a conversational, light-hearted banter that keeps complex topics accessible. Noteworthy is the recurring focus on Catskills stewardship, accessibility challenges, and collaboration between volunteers, local officials, and regional organizations, which can be compelling for brands and guests aligned with outdoor recreation, conservation, and regional tourism.

Potential listeners are likely drawn to authentic, locally grounded outdoor conte... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Matthew Kleinknecht
2. Josh Gorsch
3. James O'Boyle
4. Rob Potter
5. Tim Luby
6. Jonathan Kranz
7. Katy Henderson
8. Kristi Confortin

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