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Hiker Trash Radio

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

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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️ In This Episode, We Discuss:

The Coworker's Lodge Floor: Why Vegas is recording from a room that smells suspiciously good, surrounded by floral decor in Silver Gate, Montana.

The Tahoe Rim Trail Victory Lap: A full trip report of Vegas'... more

The Calendar Year Triple Crown doesn't recruit. It gets into people — through a sign above a bar, through a podcast episode, through the quiet math a hiker does at the end of a long day when they realize they want more of this, not less.

Episode 1 o... more

The Full Traverse is Hiker Trash Radio's narrative documentary series, drawing from years of conversations with a single guest to tell their complete story.

This episode: Derick "Fab" Lugo — author, speaker, and Triple Crowner. From zero experience ... 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 is Episode 3.

Guest: Ben Vaughan, trail name Ginger Ballz — Navy Lieutenant Commander (retired),... more

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Recent Guests

Billy Meredith
Trail name Wahoo, FKT holder, CYTC competitor
CYTC community
Episode: The Big Year: Episode 1 - The Call
Derick Lugo
Thru-hiker known for the Mr. Fabulous persona and author
Author of The Unlikely Thru-Hiker and CDT Memoir
Episode: The Full Traverse - Mr. Fabulous is Everyone
Ben Vaughan
Lieutenant Commander, United States Navy, retired, Triple Crowner, Hayduke Thruhiker, dog musher-in-training, and operations manager in Alaska
Independent adventurer / former Navy officer
Episode: The Full Traverse - Mountains Don't Care with Ben "Ginger Ballz" Vaughan
Jeff Bluey Lewis
Thruhiker, former non-profit leader and author
Author of Midlife Hike This
Episode: Walking Away From a Life That Worked - Jeff "Bluey" Lewis (Part II)
Jeff Lewis
Outdoor adventurer and author of Midlife Hike This
Independent author and hiker
Episode: Trail Stories - What Would Your Dead Self Say?
Kevin Koski
Guest featured on the episode
Navy (former civilian nuclear engineer)
Episode: The Four Corners Loop - Kevin Koski (Part II)
Kevin The Animal Koski
CDT and PCT veteran who created the Four Corners Loop (FCL)
Four Corners Loop creator
Episode: The Four Corners Loop - Kevin Koski (Part I)
Nick Gagno
hiker with a year-long journey featured in the episode
Hiker Trash Radio
Episode: The Big Year - Trailer
Willie Meredith
hiker with a year-long journey featured in the episode
Hiker Trash Radio
Episode: The Big Year - Trailer

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 States3 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 States5 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 States10 months ago

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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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Talking Points

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Walking Away From a Life That Worked - Jeff "Bluey" Lewis (Part I)
Q: What was your most valuable piece of trail wisdom you'd share?
Prioritize gear that genuinely improves comfort and safety, but don't overpack; the right tools—like trekking poles for many—can change the experience dramatically.
Walking Away From a Life That Worked - Jeff "Bluey" Lewis (Part I)
Q: How did you handle the post-trail reintegration process?
It was extraordinarily hard; the shift from trail freedom to routine was jarring, and it took months of support from friends and being open to new paths to recover and redefine purpose.
Walking Away From a Life That Worked - Jeff "Bluey" Lewis (Part I)
Q: What was your biggest mistake on trail?
Thinking I was in great shape and proceeding with knee pain early on; over-preparing or relying on wrong advice nearly derailed the hike, teaching me to balance readiness with action.
Walking Away From a Life That Worked - Jeff "Bluey" Lewis (Part I)
Q: What is the concept of the dead self and how did it originate?
The dead self is a version of you who has lived every day of your life; consulting it helps answer difficult decisions by imagining what that version would tell you—basically, to take the chance if it lights you up.
Walking Away From a Life That Worked - Jeff "Bluey" Lewis (Part I)
Q: What was the moment you decided to walk away and hike the AT?
I realized after seeing a conference room full of the same-looking executives that I didn't want to be that version of myself ten years down the line; I chose to resign and pursue the AT, which became one of the best decisions I've ever made.

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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. Billy Meredith
2. Derick Lugo
3. Ben Vaughan
4. Jeff Bluey Lewis
5. Jeff Lewis
6. Kevin Koski
7. Kevin The Animal Koski
8. Nick Gagno

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