On this episode, I share a guest interview I did for "In The Views" podcast hosted by Ray Medearis (founder of @CaliforniaHikingGroup) in case you might have missed it. This particular conversation was a special one because I really got to share my origin story in depth and take it all the way back to the beginning.  Consider this episode my “Behind the Music Story” but in the outdoor sense my “Behind the Trekking Story.” We talk about how I almost moved out of California, where I'm originally from, my first passion before dance, tips for beginner hikers, how I became a podcaster, MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew, Mount Whitney, Cactus to Clouds, Strawberry Peak, San Gorgonio, dancing on the summit, and much more. The host has become the guest and I hope you enjoy hearing me in the reverse role! 

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On this special episode, I celebrate the podcast reaching it's one year anniversary! I feature intimate messages from the Just Trek listeners throughout the show, share my biggest takeaways I have learned from the guests, and the highlights from my podcasting journey thus far. No special guests this time around, just me doing a solo episode with inspiring messages from the most incredible community of trekkers and adventurers a host could ask for. Thank you everyone for your support. Let's keep on trekking upward and onward. 

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On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, content creator, former MTV's America's Best Dance Crew Champion, World of Dance Tour Judge, and movement artist, Just Jet (formerly Jet Li), join me on the show. We talk about he has re-discovered LA through epic peaks such as Sunset Peak, Mount Baldy, Strawberry Peak, Mount Baden Powell, and more. We chat about bringing style and dance to the trails, finding True North, how the outdoors is a powerful place to seek answers, the importance of "stilling one's emotions," top adventures as a touring dance artist, tips for being a content creator, and how he likes being apart of the #JustTrekCrew. Just Jet is a multi-faceted creative who inspires others to be their genuine and  honest selves in order to achieve self growth. 

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On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, college athlete, content creator, and outdoor adventurer, Conley Harris aka Harris Hikers, join me on the show. We talk about trekking through the pandemic, backpacking the Trans-Catalina Trail, her top SoCal hikes, tips for long day hikes, advice for newbie hikers, how one of her videos went viral, body positivity, her partnership with Decathlon & Atomic Bear, Hawaii adventures, tackling the SoCal Six Pack of Peaks challenge, and how hiking is the new form of travel. Conley's passion for hiking and adventure as a college student & athlete is a true inspiration to her fellow peers and the outdoor community. 

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On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, founder of Seriously Stickers, taco connoisseur, and Tacos Every Day World Champion, Will Mattox aka  Taco Slayers, join me on the show. We talk about his epic taco food journey, his hiking + summit taco adventures,  top SoCal hikes, tips for cooking in the outdoors, hilarious moments from Deep Creek Hot Springs & The Fool's Traverse, top taco joints in SoCal, and how his business Seriously Stickers has developed a special connection with the local outdoor community. 

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On this episode I have LA based art director, design assassin, trekker, backpacker, and member of the #JustTrekCrew, Deanna Hjerling,  join me on the show. We talk about her perspective as a daughter of a mountaineer, backpacking The Narrows in Zion, the Summerland Trail (Mt. Rainier), her top California hikes, surfing in LA, tips for long day hikes, and her Iceland adventures. 

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On this episode I have Philadelphia based international traveler, trekker & backpacker, biker & bikepacker, and world class dancer, Domkey, join me on the show. We talk about Domkey's transition from the hip hop/breakdancing world to the great outdoors. His top adventures as a dancer and outdoor enthusiast, tips for backpacking & bikepacking, and advice for first time bikers. We even get his thoughts about breakdancing being in the Paris 2024 Olympics and his recommendations on places to explore in the East Coast. Domkey is apart of the legendary Lionz of Zion Crew -  he continues to inspire the international breaking scene with his original style  and now inspires his community with adventures in the great outdoors. 

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On this episode I have LA based filmmaker, international explorer, trekker, content creator, and the founder of Stance, Daniel Zhu, join me on the show. We talk about Daniel's top international adventures in the world, his former Park ranger days at Katmai National Park (he considers it the coolest national park in the world!), proper bear protocol, and tips for capturing outdoor + travel content. We even talk about breakdancing being in the 2024 Paris Olympics, running the Yosemite Half Marathon, and celebrating his birthday in Sedona, Arizona. Daniel is a multi-talented creative  whose video content and dynamic storytelling  has inspired millions all over the world. 

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On this episode I have London based international DJ, radio show host & producer, green tea connoisseur, nature lover, space enthusiast, and the creator of The Future Beats Show (TFBS), Complexion, join me on the show. We talk about the origins of TFBS, how music can make walks & treks better and open up your mind, why sunsets are his favorite part of the day, his US DJ tour, and his fascination with space. This episode means the world to me because Complexion's show has been the soundtrack to my life the past 5 years and he will be my first ever European guest. It is time to journey to the outer planets because lift off has now begun. Next Week Best Week is officially here. 

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Listen to TFBS #200 https://soundcloud.com/complexion/the-future-beats-show-episode-200

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On this episode I have LA based peak bagger, adventurer, outdoor blogger, and mental health advocate, Ayumi Nicole, join me on the show. We talk about how California sparked her hiking journey,  top 5 hiking adventures,  Grand Canyon Rim to Rim B-Day Trek,  tips & advice for challenging day hikes, mental health awareness, and her Iron Mountain experience.  We further discuss her adventures in Hawaii, her first and only 14er Quandary Peak, Mount Baldy, and the Grand Canyon. Ayumi has been chasing peaks non-stop and has been an inspirational and infectious energy in the SoCal outdoor community and beyond. Her openness and seriousness about mental health is a beacon for those struggling. 

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