Explore every episode of the podcast The Backpacking Podcast presented by Outdoor Vitals
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| 230 Caves are BORING and Bears BITE! | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:58:43 | |
Mammoth Caves National Park has the strangest advertising in USNP history, and what happens when two men go in the Alaska wild and are attacked by a brown bear? Go check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/9T97utj | |||
| 229 Beef Jerkey, Salted Nuts, and Iodine | 21 Aug 2024 | 01:03:26 | |
What happened when an 89 year old man got lost in the woods for 10 days? Watch the video and find out. Go check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/9T97utj If you're needing beard care, go check out our friends over at Outdoor Beards and use the code BACKPACKING to get 10% off your order: outdoorbeards.com | |||
| 220 Offroading with Dad, Shelter Systems, and Jeremy Hates Bugnets | 19 Jun 2024 | 00:45:09 | |
Jeremiah and JK spend too much time talking about an offroading trip trip before chatting about their favorite shelter systems...both tents AND hammocks! Check out Outdoor Vitals and their new Skyline Trail Joggers at: https://alnk.to/8PEarUg | |||
| 130 Jeff Garmire - FKT Life: Hallucinations, Hunger, and Finishing with a Splash | 21 Sep 2022 | 01:11:04 | |
Jeremiah and JK are excited to hang out with the one and only Tiger King, Legend himself, Jeff Garmire. After completing his FKT of the John Muir Trail, Jeff will share how the journey was and whatever else comes to mind. We can promise you, that whatever else, will be highly entertaining. | |||
| 129 Kelly Hays - Heartbreak on the PCT and Moving Forward | 14 Sep 2022 | 01:00:22 | |
Jeremiah and JK hang out with AT thru hiker and van lifer, Kelly Hays, as we chat about recent adventures and her tough decision to step off the Pacific Crest Trail. | |||
| 128 Ripped Toenails, Far Out Updates, and The Dream Job | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:31:30 | |
JK and Jeremiah talk about life, trails, and recent updates to the Far Out app that are of significance to them. They also chat about a hiker's dream job. | |||
| 127 Rob Pelton: Inspiration from Nepal, Being a Hammock Master, and Enjoying Life | 31 Aug 2022 | 01:01:30 | |
Join us tonight for the livestream as we chat with Rob Pelton of YouTube fame and one half of Chewing the Fat. We'll be talking about everything from hiking the Superior Hiking Trail, Spending time in Nepal, and severe cold weather backpacking. | |||
| 126 Devin Ashby: Backpacking with Kids, Futuristic Wag Bags, and Making the Ultimate Day Pack | 24 Aug 2022 | 01:09:57 | |
In this episode, we're talking with the OG of the outdoors and start of Backcountry Exposure on YouTube, Devin Ashby. We'll be talking about everything backpacking, as well as chatting about his 9 to 5 as general manager of Waymark. | |||
| 125 Shaved Eyebrows, High End Gear, and Challenge Hikes: An EPIC Q&A! | 17 Aug 2022 | 01:16:49 | |
Jeremiah and JK risk it all by doing a live Q&A Episode that may be one of the most entertaining episodes we've ever had. | |||
| 124 Brad Felton: The High Uintas, Smelling like Beef and Cheese, and Open Air Defacation | 10 Aug 2022 | 01:01:09 | |
JK and Jeremiah hang with Brad Felton from As The Crow Flies Hiking on YouTube. We talk about everything from his recent trip to the Uinta Mountains in Utah, backpacking with other YouTubers, and there's even an appearance from Backpacker Bob....the homeless hiker. | |||
| 123 Brian "Flash" Carpenter and Ben "Guru" Minegar - Hiking the JMT and Living to Talk About It | 03 Aug 2022 | 01:02:08 | |
In this audio only episode, Jeremiah and JK sit down to chat with two guys who just finished the world famous John Muir Trail in California. They share their triumphs, their struggles, and how to deal with rodents on trail. | |||
| 122 Broken Backs, KY Heat, and Falling Trees | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:30:21 | |
Jeremiah and JK chat about everything from cancelled trips to making YouTube videos. | |||
| 121 Tannins in the Water, Backcountry Bidets, and Burning Plastic in the Campfire | 20 Jul 2022 | 01:12:53 | |
Todays episode is all about "This vs. That". Jeremiah and JK compare different pieces of gear, different styles of backpacking and even hit on a bit of a controversial topic at camp. | |||
| 219 What Backpacks Do We Actually Use? | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:44:42 | |
This episode kicks off a 3-week series on our personal Big 3. This week it's all about the backpacks....and other stuff because we can never stay on topic. Check out Outdoor Vitals and their new Skyline Trail Joggers at: outdoorvitals.com | |||
| 120 The 7 Most ANNOYING People You Hike With | 13 Jul 2022 | 00:36:36 | |
In this episode, JK and Jeremiah discuss the 7 types of people that can drive you crazy when on trail. Is it possible that they're talking about themselves? | |||
| 119 Someone Shaved Jeremiah's Hair On Trail, Ban Horses From Hiking Trails, Visiting South Dakota | 07 Jul 2022 | 01:03:39 | |
John and Jeremiah deep dive into Jeremiah's recent trip to South Dakota with a crew of other backpackers. Jeremiah was forced to wear terrible facial hair and hike on trails that were shared with horses all while hiking the Black Hills of South Dakota to see Little Devils Tower & Mount Rushmore. | |||
| 118 Walking Tacos, Attempted Vehicular Manslaughter, and Beautiful Bald Mountains | 29 Jun 2022 | 01:00:39 | |
In this episode, we give a sincere thank you to everyone who sent wag bag messages to our friend, we chat about recent trips, and discuss just how crazy people can be in the Smoky Mountains. | |||
| 117 Summer Hacks, New Gear and John Rants Like an Old Man | 22 Jun 2022 | 01:00:19 | |
Jeremiah and JK share some hacks they use on trail in the summer while talking about topics that get John a little heated. | |||
| 116 Are Wag Bags Going to Be Put Into Law? | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:36:05 | |
116 JK & JSJeremiah and JK chat about several topics, but really dive into whether or not the wag bag will become a law in all national parks. | |||
| 115 Going Ultralight On Big 3, Motorcycles To Save Gas, Hiking South Dakota, Ditching Stuff Sacks | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:40:35 | |
John & Jeremiah discuss how to become more ultralight and how, as you get older, it often becomes a necessity. | |||
| 114 When Karen Strikes, The Kentucky Crud, and Waterfalls for Days | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:35:16 | |
JK and Jeremiah sit down to chat about Jeremiah's most recent trip to the Sipsey Wilderness in the great state of Alabama. | |||
| 113 RUE MCKENRICK: Rise of Backpacking, Conservation by Blazing Trails, Walking Perimeter of the US (14,000 mi) | 25 May 2022 | 01:17:55 | |
Jeremiah Stringer and Rue McKenrick talk about blazing the American Perimeter Trail, a 14,000 mile trail that hugs the perimeter of the the United States. They discuss everything from the rise and popularity of backpacking to utilizing trail blazing in order to help with conservation efforts in the US. | |||
| 112 New Gear, Summer Travel, and Double Booking | 18 May 2022 | 00:35:42 | |
Jeremiah and JK sit down for a chat about the upcoming summer months, future plans and a little gear talk. | |||
| 111 MIYAGI AND TRIPS: Road Trips, Embarrassing Moments, and Growing Old Together On Trail | 11 May 2022 | 01:06:45 | |
JK and Jeremiah sit down with some of their favorite people, Miyagi and Trips. We talk about everything from how they met, started their backpacking adventures and where they're heading next. We also dive deep into one of Trips' most embarrassing moments on trail. | |||
| 218 The Redemption Hike | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:34:55 | |
Have you ever had one of those trips where things just went off the rails? Did you want to tackle it again to get redemption for that trip? That's what we're talking about in this episode....the Redemption Hike. Check out Outdoor Vitals at: outdoorvitals.com Get the Ventus Active Hoodie from OV for 17% off & a free pillow outdoorvitals.com/bphoodie | |||
| 110 JOSUE "SPIDER MEATBALL" GOMEZ: Beating the Odds, Mental Stress, and Winning | 04 May 2022 | 01:03:34 | |
The guys hang out with Spider Meatball himself, Josue Gomez. Josue is the videographer at Zpacks, and his story of discovering the trail and mental wellness is inspiring. | |||
| 109 Car Camping Gone Wrong, Hiking the Whites, and Seam Sealing Should be Standard | 27 Apr 2022 | 01:10:39 | |
JK and Jeremiah talk about everything going on in the world of backpacking, and even share a little from some recent trips. | |||
| 108 HUNTER'S TRIP/TAPS AND TRAIL: Finding Love on the AT and Figuring Out What To Do With It | 25 Apr 2022 | 01:08:02 | |
JK and Jeremiah get to sit down for an incredible conversation with Hunter and Jessika, better known as "Hunter's Trip" on YouTube and Instagram and "Taps and Trail" on YouTube and Instagram. We talk about everything from their common love for gear, fitness and the trail. | |||
| 107 TIM BUCK: Desert Hiking, Friendships on Trail, and A Mess No One Wants to Clean Up | 13 Apr 2022 | 01:02:00 | |
JK and Jeremiah sit down for a chat with "Backpacking with Buckley" creator, Tim Buck. We talk about everything from our favorite places to backpack to some very embarrassing stories that might make your stomach turn. | |||
| 106 KYLE O'GRADY Actually Likes Hiking, but NOT Podcasting, and He's Hiking the PCT! | 06 Apr 2022 | 01:08:44 | |
Jeremiah and JK sit down with friend of the show, Kyle O'Grady to chat about his upcoming hike of the PCT, and he shares how he's taking a break from his popular podcast, "Trail Tales". Of course, Kyle shares his unique humor and roasts Jeremiah with the help of JK. | |||
| 105 BACKPACKING & BLISTERS - Sasquatch, OG Podcasting, and Private Pooping | 30 Mar 2022 | 01:00:10 | |
JK and Jeremiah sit down with Derek and Carl from the Backpacking and Blisters Podcast to talk about anything and everything they can come up with.
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| 104 ELEVATED OATS - Building a Conscious Brand With Your Best Friend. | 23 Mar 2022 | 01:01:31 | |
Tonight, we sit down for a chat with Megan and Lacey from Elevated Oats. They are both former military who share a passion for mental health and encouragement. They don't just serve great food, they have a great cause.
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| 103 PAPA BEAR HIKES - Long Trail Hiking, Leading the Scouts, and Find Joy in the Next Generation | 16 Mar 2022 | 01:02:51 | |
Jeremiah and JK chat with Martin Armitage, better known as Papa Bear from the Papa Bear Hikes Podcast. Martin is a Podcaster, Author and Outdoor enthusiast who has worked for years with the Boy Scouts of America. Join in as we chat with Papa Bear himself. | |||
| 102 KELLY HAYS - Michael Jordan, Thru Hiking and That Van Life | 09 Mar 2022 | 01:00:35 | |
Jeremiah and JK chat with AT thru hiker and YouTube star, Kelly Hays about everything from her love of basketball, being a dietician and all her thru hiking adventures.
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| 101 SEAN "SHUG" EMERY - Royalty of Minnesota, Hammock Camping, and Cold Weather | 02 Mar 2022 | 01:37:22 | |
Jeremiah and JK get the opportunity to hang out with the true OG of Backpacking YouTubers, Sean "Shug" Emery. Come hang out with us as we get the opportunity to talk with the legend himself. | |||
| 217 Solo Hiking with an ORV Rager! | 29 May 2024 | 00:51:24 | |
Jeremiah shares one of his latest adventures and some of the strangeness along the way. Only Jeremiah can find himself in such interesting situations. Check out Outdoor Vitals at outdoorvitals.com Get the Ventus Active Hoodie from OV for 17% off & a free pillow outdoorvitals.com/bphoodie | |||
| 100 DAN BECKER: Future Trips, Favorite Gear, and Would Dan Use the Poop Hammock? | 23 Feb 2022 | 01:01:58 | |
Join us for episode 100 as Jeremiah and JK chat it up with Dan Becker. We talk about everything from his youtube success to future plans and a few questions that he wasn't quite ready for. Laugh along as we dig deep into the man himself! | |||
| 99 Real Life, Heart Attacks Aren't Real, and New Tent Fabrics | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:40:46 | |
JK and Jeremiah sit and chat about anything and everything, while still being able to bring it back to the newest fabrics being used in backpacking gear. | |||
| 98 STEVEN SMITH: Mexican Coke, Coffee Is No Good, and Driving 15 Hours is Easy | 09 Feb 2022 | 01:02:07 | |
In this episode, we chat with Steven Smith of My Life Outdoors and learn a little bit more about the man in front of the camera and behind the website. If you'd like to learn more about Steven, check out his website over at www.mylifeoutdoors.com or check him out on instagram @mylifeoutdoors and youtube @MyLifeOutdoors | |||
| 97 Mosquitos Like the Smell of Sweat and Hot Tenting in January | 02 Feb 2022 | 00:42:25 | |
Jeremiah and JK chat about everything from what scents and colors attract insects to finding the most comfortable way to relax in the backcountry in the wintertime. | |||
| 96 The TRUE KY Hiking King, Free Blackmarket Tyvek, and Hiking in a BRONCO??? | 26 Jan 2022 | 00:32:21 | |
Jeremiah and JK talk recent trips and all the fun involved. | |||
| 95 JEREMY RODEFFER - Creating a New Piece of Gear and Making it Count | 19 Jan 2022 | 01:11:17 | |
JK and Jeremiah take some time to sit down and chat with Jeremy Rodeffer of the YouTube Channel, "All Things Outdoors" about his creation, the Polar Jammer and, even more importantly, the cause behind it. Go check out Jeremy's Etsy page: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ATOD16 | |||
| 94 Shuffleboarding While Living on Coffee and Keto | 12 Jan 2022 | 00:54:22 | |
JK and Jeremiah take a little more serious approach to the podcast and discuss diets and healthy lifestyles, and whether they are sustainable over the long haul. How does this affect backpacking? | |||
| 93 THIS vs THAT: JK and Jeremiah Duke It Out! | 05 Jan 2022 | 01:00:11 | |
Jeremiah and JK battle over backpacking preferences without losing their cool....or do they? This episode is sponsored by Outdoor Beards. Check them out at outdoorbeards.com | |||
| 92 Filter Wishes Do Come True and Tales From The Trail | 29 Dec 2021 | 00:31:28 | |
JK and Jeremiah discuss the new Platypus Quickdraw filter and share about recent trips. | |||
| 91 Let's Fix the SAWYER SQUEEZE! | 22 Dec 2021 | 00:34:18 | |
JK and Jeremiah take apart one of the most popular water filters in the backcountry, the Sawyer Squeeze. | |||
| 216 We Found a Toilet That Can Fold Flat | 22 May 2024 | 00:44:49 | |
Jeremiah and JK talk about new gear discoveries, including a chair that rivals the Helinox Chair Zero and a number of toilet options you can keep in your car. Check out the latest from our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals, and get your hands on some performance first ultralight gear at outdoorvitals.com Get the Ventus Active Hoodie for 17% off & a free pillow outdoorvitals.com/bphoodie | |||
| 90 Energy Drinks, Losing Your Kentucky-ness, and Gear That Surprised Us | 15 Dec 2021 | 00:53:45 | |
JK and Jeremiah talk about gear that surprised them with how much they loved them, and, of course, get way off topic. | |||
| 89 Best Packs of 2021 | 08 Dec 2021 | 00:37:14 | |
JK and Jeremiah discuss their favorite backpacks that they’ve used this past year.
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| 88 Q&A - Favorite Hiking Movies, Winter Backpacking, and Winging It | 01 Dec 2021 | 01:15:19 | |
Jeremiah and JK sit down for the final livestream of 2021 to answer your questions….kinda. There’s a lot of laughter and Jeremiah merch promises.
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