Settle in and buckle up as this former Army medic shares her journey from running 5ks on the base to marathons to 200-milers to the a 63+ day sprint down the West Coast of the country. Listen in and you'll hear about her unsuccessful attempt in 2020, fires, giardia, busted bridges, high risk water crossings, bears on logs, PTSD, winning the Moab 240, Bombs to Trails, her rich Blackfeet and Mexican heritage, and the best supporter out there, her mom.

Wildland firefighter, thru hiker, bike packer, author, and mental health advocate Kevin "30 Pack" Conley, Jr., drops into the studio for a serious conversation with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 30 Pack not only shares his trail and bike adventures, but talks about his darkest moments and the healing, cathartic experience of bike touring across the country with his dog Rocky in tow. In this unforgettable episode, you'll hear about six-hour cheese, Apollo missions, GO Man, the 2x4 method of learning, and a rain-soaked walk home that led to everything.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is Belgian ultrarunner Frank the Tank Gielen!

Legendary thru hiker, author, and action film star Jeff "Legend" Garmire drops into the studio to talk about the next big thing out there: Mindful Hiking. Settle in and buckle up as Legend talks about what he's been up to lately, and it's a doozy!

Ihor Verys, first place finisher of the 2024 Barkley Marathons, joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk about his incredible experience and finish in the world's toughest ultra. Settle in and buckle up as Ihor shares how this kid who once didn't like running and who was not particularly athletic ended up touching the yellow gate first after five full loops of torture. Along the way, Ihor discusses his research and strategy, the terror of opening his condolence letter, those pre-race activities, finding his first book, the incredible fifth loop ("when the Barkley really starts"), and the epic, electrifying, amazing finish of Jasmin Paris. Barkley vets and newbs will learn something in this unforgettable episode.

Peakbagger and thru hiker Hannah "Spring" Goodman drops into the studio to share some stories and talk trail with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Spring shares her journey from her childhood outside of Boston to her summiting all 46 4,000-footers in the Adirondacks to taking on the Appalachian Trail as an 18-year-old solo hiker. During their chat, you'll hear about rolling burritos, Grand Canyon hijinks, peakbagging camp, Krav Maga, prisons, tux shops, grueling four-mile hikes with her university group, and the importance of putting your foot down.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is a seasoned veteran of all the outdoor adventure sports, Mark Sky!

Triple Crowner, ceramicist, and Chief Dirtbag Carol "Cheer" Coyne drops into the studio for a wide-ranging discussion of all things trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Cheers waxes eloquent about her journey from California girl in a business office to Triple Crowner and creator of Thru-r. Along the way, Cheer discusses that iconic gravel crunch, the joys of cold soaking, waterproof backpacks, Snickers, Brooks Cascadias, a five-part Hiking Hack, the misery of Colorado, the bliss of New Mexico, and some unusual luxury items (see the episode title). Epic.

The newly anointed holder of the self-supported FKT for the Calendar Year Triple Crown, Billy "Wahoo" Meredith, cools his jets and sits down with Doc in the studio. Settle in and buckle up as this Georgia boy shares the ups and downs of his incredible journey. Listen in as Wahoo describes his trail name origin, his inspiration for the CYTC, the trouble with 234 days of processed food, the dangers of analysis paralysis, midnight river crossings, grizzly bear encounters, washed out bridges, and the philosophy that led to his shattering the previously set FKT for the CYTC. Incredible.

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is American Discovery Trail completer Briana DeSanctis!