In the first episode of Hiking Radio Network's new show, Steve chats with Ryan Hopkins about his upcoming AT thru-hike. They discuss his trail name, the logistics of both hiking and putting together the podcast, as well as Ryan's life-long search for optimal mental health.

This show will eventually be all Ryan, as he records his experiences out on the trail. These early episodes will track his approach to hiking, his gear selections, the things he's NOT looking forward to and the things that he can't wait to see.

We hope that you'll want to join us on this journey as we find out what it is really like out on the trail when the cameras aren't rolling.

Make sure that you follow Ryan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hopkins.pdf/

Music for the show was provided by Tie Goes To The Runner. Hear more from the guys at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMWG5WIgVofzJDxgZ7KTdJA and find them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tiegoestotherunner/

The artwork for the show was provided by Rachel Saunders. See Rachel's work at https://rachelsaundersart.wixsite.com/rsaundersportfolio and find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rachelsaundersart/