Rocks and Roots

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Rocks and Roots episodes

  • Ep. 67 Brian Livingston and ‘The Habits of Squirrels’ 🐿

    We are so pleased to have had author Brian Livingston (Mr. Frodo) on the show!  Cranky,

    flying solo, talks to Brian about his 2013 Appalachian Trail thru-hike, goes into characters and character arches in the book, and the process of writing and self-publishing a book.  Readers, and especially hikers, of ‘The Habits..’ will be able to identify with the main character Gabe as he goes through his journey on the Great East Trail.  Growth, friendship and adventure course through the book and we guarantee that you will enjoy it!

    Thank you very much, Brian. It was a pleasure to chat with you. 


    Brian’s website! brianlivingstonbooks.com

    53 min
  • Ep. 66 Trail Talk: We Penetrated Vermont

    Cranky and Tumbles are BACK!  The duo finally started the Vermont section of the AT  at the southern end.  Covid, 95 degrees, ridge lines, and Bennington history phalluses await you this exciting episode. Enjoy, friends! 

    36 min
  • Ep. 64 Mrs. Cranky and Her Thoughts on Trail Lyfe

    We’re back, friends!  So sorry about the wee hiatus. Real work has heavily gotten in the way but have no fear!  We won’t abandon you like that again…

    ANYWAY!  We have the loveliest guest on this evening, none other than Cranky’s wife, Mrs. Cranky!  Mrs. Crank is not a hiker, nor does she like hiking very much, however she tolerates it for her husband and friend as they are a bit nuts :-)

    We talk about life as a spouse who does not share the same hobby, how trust plays a BIG role, and the things the Mr and Mrs do to make hiking a tolerable part of their journey. 


    Enjoy!

    43 min
  • Ep. 63 PCT Prep with Flossy

    We interview the hiking partner in crime and dear friend of Kyle’s, Flossy!  Flossy has quite a couple of thrus and an ultra under his belt as he gets ready for his second long trail out west.  He brings some perspective to our episode and reminds us not to take things for granted and someone always has it worse. We appreciate you, Flossy, and wish you the best on your PCT hike!  


    Flossy’s Insta! Get him to 1500 follows! https://instagram.com/too_much_floss?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

    You can also find Flossy here! https://youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking

     

    59 min
  • Ep. 62 PCT Prep with Kyle O’Grady

    We’re back with another episode with thru hiker, YouTuber, Podcast host, and all around good guy Kyle O’Grady!  If you recall, our last episode was chatting about Kyle’s hiking history, starting Trail Tales, transitioning to YouTube and hints about an upcoming thru hike. 

    Well friends, this episode is all about the countdown to the Pacific Crest Trail. We talk about Kyle’s physical and mental preparation as well as how he will vlog on trail. We’re excited to follow along as he kicks off at the US/Mexican border in (now) less than a month!

    Also stick around for a hilarious trail tale about hippies and a moose. 

    The Moose Incident and Kyle’s YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/oQ9bxRMAaPI

    Trail Tales on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trail-tales-thru-hiking-backpacking-and-peak-bagging/id1441376382

     

    1 hr 10 min
  • Ep. 61 Trail Talk: Why Does the Shenandoah Hate Us?

    Cranky and Tumbles we’re all excited to finish the Shenandoah National Park section of the AT. Things were going according to plan, gear and food was dialed in, we only had 24 miles to go.

    Best laid plans….long story short, things didn’t go to plan at all but what we always learn is that once on trail, the frustration melts away.

    Despite it all, the duo had a great time making new acquaintances at the shelter and discovered a nice 10 mile section of the park. Tumbles just wishes it was 24 instead. 


    Find us on Insta, TikTok, YouTube and Patreon all with the same name.  Peace ✌️ 

    47 min
  • Ep. 60 Talking the 46 and More with James Appleton

    We are so pleased to be chatting with The 46 of 46 Podcast host and author, James Appleton! 

    There is no denying where James’ passion lies as he talks about the Adirondacks and its impact on the local communities and those who visit. 
    We get into James’s own 46er adventure and how that led the way to starting his podcast.  
    Thank you for doing what you do to make the park better and more accessible for all, James, and thanks for joining us on the show!

    Check out his website! https://46of46.com

    And his book! ‘From 1-To-46: A Complete Guide to Climbing the 46 High Peaks’ https://appleton.samcart.com/products/46ebook/

     

     

    1 hr 25 min
  • Ep. 59 Trail Talk: Old Rag Trail Revisited

    Donate to our Patreon so we can get singing lessons!  Tumbles and Cranky hit up the Old Rag Trail in the Shenandoah for an invigorating 9 mile/4 hour loop.  Since it was Tumbles’ first time on this particular trail, surprises abounded with scrambles, climbing and some trail running!  Was Tumbles cured of her ailing hip?  Only time will tell. 

    Also, as usual the duo are critical about the NPS with checkpoints that would make Western Germans blush.  All this and more on today’s episode!

    38 min
  • Ep. 58 Folly & Molly & Michelle Take on the AT

    We have Michelle Adshead on the show with us today to talk about hiking and trail maintenance and her newly published children’s book Folly & Molly Take on the Appalachian Trail! 

    Taking her inspiration from her AT section hikes (especially Shenandoah Nat’l Park), the book follows foxes Folly and Molly as they travel nobo and meet friends along the way!

    Michelle also maintains a section of the Pennsylvania AT and explains how her club works together to clean up the 64 mile stretch.  Thanks for coming on, Michelle!

    Michelle’s website! adventurestoriesbymichelle.com

    The Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club! 

    bmecc.org

    Paintbrush Canyon Trail in the Tetons: Tetonhikingtrails.com/paintbrush-Cascade-canyon-loop.htm 

     

    1 hr 6 min

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We’re two hikers whose interests extend way beyond the trail. Come take a listen for trail talk, running talk, traveling talk, history talk, bs talk, tumbling, getting mad, etc.