The Hiker Podcast
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Each week new hiker Andy Neal takes you on a journey to demystify hiking. Andy sits down with voices in the outdoor and hiking community, getting to know the hikers behind the trekking poles. Hikers tell stories of how hiking has inspired them to grow, create, and better the environment, getting past the how and to the why of hiking. A show for those who are starting out on the trail and for..
The Hiker Podcast
4M ago
I am so excited to have Erick Andino trail name "Dogfoot" on the show this week! Dogfoot was born and raised in L.A. but traces his roots toHonduras, Central America. Erick served as a firefighter/medic in the Navy from Aug 2001 to April 2009. In 2022 he took on the PCT as his 1st thru hike with the ultimate goal of going for the triple crown.
We'd like to thank our sponsors:
Gregory Packs. To get 15% off your order, and help Andy out use promo code ‘Andy15’ when you check out at https://www.gregorypacks.com
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The Hiker Podcast
5M ago
This week I'd like to welcome the founder of Make Plus Equal, Andrea Kelly.
Voted by Outside Business Journal as one of 2022's Twenty Most Influential people in the Outdoor Industry, Andrea Kelly has been championing Size Inclusion in the apparel industry for over 20 years.
With her belief that every body deserves the same amount of choice, she launched her consultancy, Make Plus Equal in the Spring of 2023. Her mission is to educate and guide apparel brands and retailers as they work to serve a more size-inclusive consumer base than they've traditionally served in the past.
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The Hiker Podcast
5M ago
Sidney Raskind is a content creator with over 5 million followers on TikTok and Instagram. His "things I wish I knew before I was in my 30s" series is full of lifehacks that people use everyday and laugh along while their minds are blown with Sidney daily. After 10 years in digital, Sidney made his dream come true of being a content creator. Listen as he shares the adventure that got him here! Follow Sidney on Instagram and TikTok: @sidneyraz We'd like to thank our sponsors: Gregory Packs. To get 15% off your order, and help Andy out use promo code ‘Andy15’ when you check out at  ..read more
The Hiker Podcast
9M ago
On the first episode of The Adventure is Out There Podcast (formerly the Hiker Podcast) I am so excited to talk with Jeff Jenkins.
Jeff Jenkins is an award-winning Travel/ Food Blogger, speaker, podcast host,and Influencer based out of Austin, Texas. Jeff most recently is proud to addtravel documentarian to his list of adventures as he stars in “Never say Never with Jeff Jenkins.” A show that explores diverse cultures, locations and overcoming fears, backed by National Geographic.
Never say Never premieres on Nat Geo July 8 and Disney+ soon after.
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The Hiker Podcast
11M ago
This week I am super excited to talk to Rolland Tizuela of Campthropology.
Rolland is a California-based outdoor enthusiast, gear aficionado, and cultural observationist that advocates for safe, clean, and responsible recreation in US public lands. He focuses on camping gear reviews, outdoor tips & tricks, and travel recommendations aimed at campers of all experience levels. A McNair Scholar of University of California San Diego, Rolland's research focused on transformative aspects of long distance hiking. He earned his BA in Sociocultural Anthropology in 2018.
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The Hiker Podcast
11M ago
So yeah, it's been a minute but I am back answering your questions!
We'd like to thank our sponsors:
CNOC Outdoors making our adventures the best possible, simple, enjoyable, fulfilling and sustainable. Use the link & be sure to use coupon code 'Hiker Podcast' for 10% off trekking poles. https://tinyurl.com/2p93ecrv
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The Hiker Podcast
11M ago
By far one of my favorite interviews in 30 months of doing the Podcast.
This week I’m excited and honored to have a conversation with Cal "Starburst" Dobbs (they/he)!
Cal "Starburst" Dobbs (they/he) @cal_hikes is a 26 year old queer and trans hiker, runner, and teacher. They are the first known transgender person to complete the Triple Crown of hiking. Cal used his 7,000+ miles of backpacking to raise $7000 for the Trevor Project, an organization that provides resources and support to lgbtq+ youth and allies. In 2023 Cal will be running across America to raise awareness about anti-trans legisl ..read more
The Hiker Podcast
11M ago
We're back and I am so excited to have Sarah Red-Laird of Bee Girl on the show.
Sarah Red-Laird is the founder and Executive Director of the Bee Girl organization, a grassroots nonprofit centered on bee habit conservation through research, regeneration, & education. She is a graduate of the University of Montana's College of Forestry and Conservation and the Davidson Honors College with a degree in Resource Conservation, focused on community collaboration and environmental policy. Sarah also serves as the “Kids and Bees” program director for the American Beekeeping Federation.  ..read more
The Hiker Podcast
11M ago
This week Andy is excited to Welcome Back Hiker, Speaker and Author Derick Lugo! Storytelling is Derick Lugo’s forte; he’s the author of the popular book, The Unlikely Thru-Hiker, a humorous memoir of his 6-month thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. He has written several pieces for outdoor magazines, short stories for various books and is currently working on two new books, including a children’s picture book, and a second memoir detailing his 5-month thru-hike of the Continental Divide Trail. He’s a sought-after keynote speaker, adventurer, and host of the Unlikely Stories Podcast. To lea ..read more
The Hiker Podcast
11M ago
This week Andy is excited to talk to hiker and traveler Meredith McAlister.
Meredith McAlister is a solo travel enthusiast, Instagram influencer and HR professional. Meredith discovered her love of the outdoors when she was young and is passionate about sharing that love with others. She has solo traveled all over the world and wants to inspire other women to follow their passion and curiosity and get out and explore. They outdoors have been key to unlocking her overall happiness, peace and pleasure.
Follow Meredith on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/meredithtx/
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