Podcasts

20,000+ Miles in under 10 Years, a Desert Hike from Tucson to San Diego, and Life as a Mariner with Leah “Twig” Harman (BPR #313)

20,000+ Miles in under 10 Years, a Desert Hike from Tucson to San Diego, and Life as a Mariner with Leah “Twig” Harman (BPR #313)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Leah Harman, known on trail as Twig. Although Twig is relatively...

Jul 7, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Thru-Hiking for 30 Years, Working for ALDHA-West, Six Moon Designs, & FarOut, and Ridgerunning with a Dog with Whitney “Allgood” La Ruffa (BPR #312)

Thru-Hiking for 30 Years, Working for ALDHA-West, Six Moon Designs, & FarOut, and Ridgerunning with a Dog with Whitney “Allgood” La Ruffa (BPR #312)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we’re joined by Whitney La Ruffa, better known in the world of backpacking as “Allgood.” Allgood is the former president...

Jun 30, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Julia “Rocket” Sheehan on Her Social Media Fall from Grace, Quitting on a Thru-Hike, and Her New Book (BPR #311)

Julia “Rocket” Sheehan on Her Social Media Fall from Grace, Quitting on a Thru-Hike, and Her New Book (BPR #311)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Julia Sheehan, known on trail, as Rocket. Julia is a...

Jun 23, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
A Lifetime of Trail Maintenance: the Blackburn Trail Center, Building the AT Rollercoaster, and the Potomac AT Club with Chris “Trailboss” Brunton (BPR #310)

A Lifetime of Trail Maintenance: the Blackburn Trail Center, Building the AT Rollercoaster, and the Potomac AT Club with Chris “Trailboss” Brunton (BPR #310)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Chris Brunton aka “Trailboss”. Trailboss is a legendary force in the...

Jun 16, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Thru-Hiking with Your Sister, Triple Crowning without a Trail Name, and the Tour du Mont Blanc with Jamie Lambert (BPR #309)

Thru-Hiking with Your Sister, Triple Crowning without a Trail Name, and the Tour du Mont Blanc with Jamie Lambert (BPR #309)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jamie Lambert. We learn why Jamie doesn’t have a trail...

Jun 9, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Lightning Safety and Myth Busting with NOAA Meteorologist Charlie Woodrum (BPR #308)

Lightning Safety and Myth Busting with NOAA Meteorologist Charlie Woodrum (BPR #308)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are giving you the lowdown on everything to do with lightning safety. We are...

Jun 2, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Making Custom Packs, Setting FKTs, Escaping Death, and Starting an Outfitter with Jonathan “Janis Joplin” Thomas (BPR #307)

Making Custom Packs, Setting FKTs, Escaping Death, and Starting an Outfitter with Jonathan “Janis Joplin” Thomas (BPR #307)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jonathan Thomas, known on trail as Janis Joplin. Janis Joplin...

May 26, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Working as a Death Doula and Managing Death Anxiety with Niki DiGaetano (BPR #306)

Working as a Death Doula and Managing Death Anxiety with Niki DiGaetano (BPR #306)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Niki DiGaetano, known on trail as Phoenix. In addition to being...

May 19, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Live from Austin: Paul Magnanti, aka “PMags,” on Hot Gear Takes, Public Lands, & Hiking the Southwest (BPR #305)

Live from Austin: Paul Magnanti, aka “PMags,” on Hot Gear Takes, Public Lands, & Hiking the Southwest (BPR #305)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, and brought to you by Topo Athletic, we’re coming to you live from Austin, Texas with our guest, Paul Magnanti,...

May 12, 2025 : Backpacker Radio
Beginner Backpacking Mistakes 3.0 (BPR #304)

Beginner Backpacking Mistakes 3.0 (BPR #304)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are bringing you yet another edition of beginner backpacking mistakes. Today’s panel includes the...

May 5, 2025 : Backpacker Radio