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Hiker Trash Radio

Doc, Bleav
Appalachian Trail
Hiking
Pacific Crest Trail
Continental Divide Trail
Barkley Marathons
Outdoor Adventure
Ultralight Backpacking
Ultra Running
Arizona Trail
PCT
Peak Bagging
Mental Health
Thru-Hiking
Barclay Marathons
Hiking Gear
Colorado Trail
Mount Rainier
Triple Crown
Outdoor Gear
John Muir Trail

Join Doc and his guests on Hiker Trash Radio, the outdoor adventure podcast that takes you on a myriad of trails. With interviews from thru hikers, skydivers, adventure athletes, big wall climbers, and more, each episode is packed with trail talk, gear tips, and hilarious misadventures. And if you thought the great outdoors was all sunshine and rainbows, think again! Tune in for tales of blistered... more

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Picking back up, Bluey traces the real origin of his AT dream back to childhood summer camp, where two counselors disappeared for a season to thru-hike the trail and came back changed men — planting a seed that took him over two decades to act on. He... more

Jeff "Bluey" Lewis joins Hiker Trash Radio to talk about walking away from over 16 years in nonprofit leadership and business strategy at age 40 to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail in 2025 — all 2,198 miles of it, Georgia to Maine, in five months. The... more

The Full Traverse is HTR's long-form narrative format, drawing from multiple years of conversations with a single guest to tell the complete story. This episode covers Wesley "Mega Man" Tils.

Guest: Wesley "Mega Man" Tils — Triple Crowner, Fourth Cr... more

About the Guest

Jeff "Bluey" Lewis spent 16 years in nonprofit leadership and business strategy before resigning at 40 to hike the Appalachian Trail, Georgia to Maine, in 2025 — 2,198 miles in five months. The hike became the foundation for his memo... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Koski
The Animal; trail navigator behind the Four Corners Loop
Independent hiker and mapping enthusiast
Episode: Trail Stories - The Circle on the Map with Kevin "The Animal" Koski
Madeline Hryse
Nomadic traveler, cyclist, and accidental Instagram influencer
Independent traveler
Episode: Accidental Influencer - Madeline Hyrse (Part II)
Shane Weigand
Founder of New Mexico Pack Burros, guide and race director
New Mexico Pack Burros
Episode: Trail Stories - The Burros Built it
Austen Goehring
HR business partner and author-to-be; pursuing the PCT and peak bagging
Independent trail and HR professional
Episode: (Corrected) Trail Correspondent Austen Goehring - Follow Up
Will Roquemore
Trail name Last Strap; fourth generation Idahoan; PCT class of 2025 finisher; nomad living in a converted Prius V
Through Hiker community/independent adventurer
Episode: Trail Stories - Will Roquemore
Ed Furtah
Frozen Ed, first finisher in Barkley's early years
Barkley Marathons racer
Episode: The Source Material: Episode 1 - Ground Zero at the 2025 Barkley Marathons
Carl Laniak
Race director and master of ceremonies for Barkley start/finish events
Barkley Marathons
Episode: The Source Material: Episode 1 - Ground Zero at the 2025 Barkley Marathons
Ken Zimak
Racer or former racer with beanie anecdote
Barkley Marathons
Episode: The Source Material: Episode 1 - Ground Zero at the 2025 Barkley Marathons
Lies Makhlouf
Racer, participant in this year's Barkley
Barkley Marathons racer
Episode: The Source Material: Episode 1 - Ground Zero at the 2025 Barkley Marathons

Host

Doc
host of the show who introduces guests and guides the interview

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 258 ratings
  • Suspense and adventure

    I have to say this is my new favorite wind down st night story time. As I listened to the Appalachia trail story from mental health problems to hiking for health, I felt pulled in and in the moments. Thanks for a great story. Lori

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loribalue
    United States2 months ago
  • One Episode

    I could enjoy the podcast but I rarely listen because each interview is broken up into multiple episodes. It just makes it more difficult. I would prefer just to hit play and listen to it as one episode. It’s also too structured. Just have a conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AnonymousReviewerToday
    United States3 months ago
  • Love the trail stories

    Always amazed at the determination and endurance the through hikers have. No two stories are the same. Great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morning_coffee_99
    United States4 months ago
  • Voluminous ads/commercials

    Most content enjoyable, although FKTs, Barkley Marathon, elite performers seem over-represented.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Youngmann 2016
    United States8 months ago
  • Enjoy the Guests

    After hearing the podcast, I usually search their social medial sites. I started following a number of hikers and enjoy their hiking experiences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morning_coffee_99
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Ads and sponsor segments are a turn-off to a portion of the audience, while others appreciate ecosystem context and gear recommendations.
Overall, the show is seen as a trusted source for trail life, motivation, and practical planning that inspires listeners to pursue their own adventures.
Listeners praise strong questions and engaging guests, with many saying stories are relatable and immersive.
Some listeners feel the format and structure are a plus, while others wish for a looser, more conversational flow.

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New Mexico Pack Burros - Shane Weigand (Part I)
Q: What is the most surprising thing a modern backpacker realizes when they trade their pack for a burro companion?
They become more attached to the animal and appreciate the hands-on care and teamwork required, including early morning feeds, fence checks, and shared mission goals on the trail.
New Mexico Pack Burros - Shane Weigand (Part I)
Q: In your line of work, which is the more critical trail skill? Animal psychology or route navigation?
Animal psychology is deemed more critical because it underpins communication, trust, and safety with the burros, which in turn enhances overall navigation and trip success.
New Mexico Pack Burros - Shane Weigand (Part II)
Q: What is your personal best in a pack burro race?
My personal best comes from a Denver-to-Leadville journey that combined a Colorado Trail segment with the Leadville burro race, totaling about 150 miles on the trail with my burro; it stands out as a meaningful achievement and a demonstration of the bond built with the animal over a long, demanding trek.
New Mexico Pack Burros - Shane Weigand (Part II)
Q: What goes into race directing for a Pack Burro Trail Race?
Race directing centers on clear course markers and accessible facilities like portable toilets, then managing the burro logistics, which includes parking, staging, overnight arrangements, and spacing to avoid overworking animals. It also involves planning a safe, spectator-friendly start that draws Main Street attention without overburdening participants.
Accidental Influencer - Madeline Hyrse (Part II)
Q: Was there a particular favorite country, and why?
She highlighted how China differed in language barriers and cultural experiences, noting the challenge of language access but also the depth of experience in each country, with China standing out for its unique cultural dynamics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hiker Trash Radio

What is Hiker Trash Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show centers on long-distance hiking, trail culture, and the mindset needed to tackle ambitious routes. Guests range from record-holding thru-hikers and route designers to authors and family explorers, with conversations mixing practical planning (permits, gear, risk management) and personal transformation (recovery, resilience, homeschooling on trail). Noteworthy trends include the emphasis on epic routes like the Great Colorado Route, deep-dive trail lore, and candid storytelling about mental and physical challenges, making it a strong pick for listeners who want actionable hiking insight paired with human-interest narratives. A standout aspect is the mix of high-stakes adventure with intimate behind-the-scenes... more

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Recent guests on Hiker Trash Radio include:

1. Kevin Koski
2. Madeline Hryse
3. Shane Weigand
4. Austen Goehring
5. Will Roquemore
6. Ed Furtah
7. Carl Laniak
8. Ken Zimak

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