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Sounds Like A Search And Rescue Podcast

SLASR Podcast
Search and Rescue
Hiking
White Mountains
New Hampshire
Mount Washington
Appalachian Trail
Winter Hiking
Hiking Safety
Mt. Washington
Alzheimer's Association
Franconia Ridge
Appalachian Mountain Club
Trail Maintenance
Mount Washington Observatory
Mount Monadnock
Waterfalls
Alzheimer's
Outdoor Adventure
4,000 Footers
Backcountry Skiing

The Sounds Like a Search and Rescue Podcast - where we discuss all things related to hiking and search and rescue in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

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This week, all things Smarts Mountain and Mount Cube!

Welcome to Episode 245, this week we are joined by Ryan Vezina of Recycled Percussion. Ryan went viral last fall for participating in a New Hampshire hiking challenge where with no experience, he attempted to hike all 48 of New Hampshire's 4000 Foote... more

Welcome to Episode 244 of the Sounds like a Search and Rescue Podcast. Topics to cover include an update to a regulation change proposal that could impact the White Mountains - we will discuss the Roadless Rule changes being proposed by the federal g... more

Welcome to episode 243 of the sounds like a search and rescue podcast, we switch up the cohost lineup yet again with Stomp filling in for Mike, tonight we're joined by Adrian, better known as abomb_gram, to talk about chasing the Grid, his recent adv... more

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Adrian Buck Oliver
Guest on the episode; known as A-Bomb Graham
Independent hiker and explorer
Episode: Episode 243 - Listener Spotlight - Adrian! Jigger Johnson Recap, Rescue on Franconia Ridge, Hike on Smarts Mountain / Mt. Cube
Chris Rome
Type 1 diabetic and founder of Project Insulnation
Project Insulnation
Episode: Episode 242 - Stomp is back! Welcome Chris and Joe from Project Insulnation, SAR News
Amy Swift
Manager of the Flume Gorge, Franconia Notch State Park
Flume Gorge
Episode: Episode 238 - Amy Swift - Flume Gorge Manager, Huntington Ravine Rescue, Mt. Isolation, Osceolas, Missing Hiker on Mt. Washington
Elizabeth (Liz) Fay
Liz, regular co-host on the show
Episode: Episode 237 – Dave, Liz and Stomp are back - Appalachian Trail Update, Welcome Lori Goes Hiking, Close Call on Franconia Ridge
Lieutenant James Neeland
New Hampshire Fish and Game officer
New Hampshire Fish and Game
Episode: Episode 236 – Delisted 52 With a View Peaks, Bug Season, Franconia Love Connection, Mt. Adams
Liz Fay
Hiker, trail maintainer, Monadnock 50 Finest participant
NH hiking community
Episode: Episode 235 - Welcome Liz Fay, Quadrobics, Hancocks, Mt. Madison, Jennings Peak, Sandwich Dome, AT Trail Culture
Dan Forgay
Avid outdoorsman, hiker, and rower known as Row-Bot
Independent; Row-Bot project
Episode: Episode 234 - Welcome Dan "Row-Bot" Forget - Rowing Machine Hiker, Trail Updates, Franconia Ridge
James Neeland
Lieutenant, New Hampshire Fish and Game
New Hampshire Fish and Game
Episode: Episode 232 - Pemi Black Bear update, Hiker Fatality, Brush Fires, USFS HQ Move, Belknaps, Greylock, Kinsmans, SAR News
Dan Van Der Vliet
Accomplished hiker focusing on the entire Northeast region
Friend of the hosts
Episode: Episode 231 - Welcome Dann Van Der Vliet, Highlighting the Adirondacks, Search and Rescue spike in April

Hosts

Mike
Host of Sounds Like A Search And Rescue Podcast; frequent co-host with extensive backcountry experience.
Nick
Co-host of Sounds Like A Search And Rescue Podcast; regular on-air presence.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 369 ratings
  • Fun and informative

    What a fun podcast! Great guest choices, funny banter. Dad jokes, beer talk, rescues, hike of the week, etc. all great segments of each episode. I only wish i had found this podcast sooner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MellyMaruzzelly
    United States8 months ago
  • If you like anything to do with hiking in the White Mountains, this is your podcast!

    Podchaser
    5
    Steve Pero
    10 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    I love the whites and love hiking and this podcast is the best of both! Hope you get back to 5.0 stars Mike!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandonn Gates
    United Statesa year ago
  • Listen Daily

    The best podcast! So glad I stumbled upon this while on my annual road trip to NH ❤️I listen all the time now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earlybird39
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bring back Stomp!

    It’s not the show it was. Drifting down fast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    paoolyblue44
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners praise guest variety and banter; informative and entertaining.
Some listeners feel episodes have become too long and ad-heavy.
Many appreciate the focus on safety, SAR updates, and White Mountains culture.
Overall supportive feedback with notes on maintaining show dynamics and humor.

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Episode 243 - Listener Spotlight - Adrian! Jigger Johnson Recap, Rescue on Franconia Ridge, Hike on Smarts Mountain / Mt. Cube
Q: How did you decide to pursue the grid and what motivates your list-based approach?
Adrian explains that the list-based pursuit began after completing the major New Hampshire lists (48, 67, and 4,000-footers) and then expanding to the New England 100, with sponsorship by fun, curiosity, and a drive to continually discover new terrain; the process keeps him motivated through steady, structured progression and allows him to plan long-term trips while balancing work and family.
Episode 238 - Amy Swift - Flume Gorge Manager, Huntington Ravine Rescue, Mt. Isolation, Osceolas, Missing Hiker on Mt. Washington
Q: What drew you to the Flume Gorge and to a management role there?
Amy describes growing up visiting the Flume as a kid, pursuing a career in NH state parks, and finding a full-time opportunity as Flume Gorge manager to combine her passion for hiking with stewardship and education for visitors.
Episode 236 – Delisted 52 With a View Peaks, Bug Season, Franconia Love Connection, Mt. Adams
Q: What are some of the most common mistakes hikers make when they're heading out on the trails here in New Hampshire?
The hosts suggest that being unprepared is the primary mistake, recommending a basic ten-item gear list and using local resources like hikesafe to ensure packs are properly stocked for safety in varied conditions.
Episode 232 - Pemi Black Bear update, Hiker Fatality, Brush Fires, USFS HQ Move, Belknaps, Greylock, Kinsmans, SAR News
Q: What is the most common mistake hikers make when heading out on trails in New Hampshire?
The most common mistake is being unprepared; listeners are encouraged to consult hikesafe.com for the ten essentials and ensure they are equipped before heading out.
Episode 229 - Welcome Chezwick - The Fastest Known Time for the Calendar Year Triple Crown
Q: Did you change your gear up at all compared to the last few big projects?
Yes. He switched to a zero-degree sleeping bag for the AT portion, upgraded to an inflatable sleeping pad for better warmth, and tailored gear choices to temperatures encountered, while maintaining core setup for other segments.

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A blend of practical hiking guidance, rescue updates, and community storytelling centered on White Mountains exploration. Episodes routinely cover recent trips, safety tips, gear chatter, and ongoing SAR or rescue incidents, interspersed with long-form guest conversations and occasional historical or local-interest segments. The show often features on-the-ground perspectives from experienced hikers and SAR professionals, giving listeners a sense of camaraderie, preparedness, and humor amid demanding backcountry adventures. A standout aspect is the recurring fundraising and awareness efforts (e.g., Alzheimer's-related initiatives) and a strong community ethos around trail maintenance, safety, and shared outdoor culture.

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Recent guests on Sounds Like A Search And Rescue Podcast include:

1. Adrian Buck Oliver
2. Chris Rome
3. Amy Swift
4. Elizabeth (Liz) Fay
5. Lieutenant James Neeland
6. Liz Fay
7. Dan Forgay
8. James Neeland

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