Explore every episode of the podcast The Hiking Podcast
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| 5: Who Wants a Cupcake? Meeting New People, Wainwrights Ashes, Hidden Gems, Mountain Leaders & More | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:49:02 | |
00:15 Meeting new people 06:30 Wainwrights ashes 10:30 Hidden gems and hypocrites 14:30 Stone circles and the Peak District Viking 17:00 Right to roam 21:20 Tourist tax and honeypots 26:30 Erosion 34:30 Hardknott pass in the ice 36:00 Night navigation and old school mountain leaders 40:30 Hiking is cool now 45:30 Trekking with Tom & The Geordie Hikers Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 4: The Unfollowing Rat, Giving It Big En's When You Ain't Got Shit + The ONE Piece of Gear We Won't Hike Without | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:45:20 | |
01:15 Rain for days 02:15 Paul's love of Coldplay 03:20 Getting Oasis tickets 08:20 Which Oasis brother are we getting on the podcast? 09:30 Unfollowing Rat 12: 40 April Fool's 16:00 Losing a filling on Catbells, glass eye's and hand attachments 21:00 Bee stings on windy days 22:30 Giving it big en's when you ain't got sh*t 29:45 You can't wave your life away 32:15 Listener Q&A: What's one upgrade most people should make to their gear? What's the most important piece of hiking gear? Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 3: Everybody Poops, How Much Water Do You Really Need on a Hike & How To Train For The Downhilll | 04 Jan 2026 | 00:35:32 | |
Everybody Poops; The guys relive some of their most embarrassing mountain moments. Listener Q&A; How can I judge how much water I should take on a hike, and how do I plan refill points? Listener Q&A; I'm great uphill but terrible on descents, my quads just give up. What should I focus on in training to fix this? Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 2: What To Do When You're Caught in Fog + Our Top 5 Hiking Gear Essentials (What We Actually Use) | 04 Jan 2026 | 00:52:41 | |
Listener Q&A; I've been caught in fog before and panicked, how do you navigate safely in low visibility? Our Top 5 Hiking Gear Essentials (What We Actually Use) Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 1: Welcome To The Hiking Podcast - Intro Episode | 04 Jan 2026 | 00:22:23 | |
The guys introduce themselves and the show. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 6: Should You Be Hiking If You're Scared of Heights? Find A Good Mountain Leader, Paul's Journey | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:35:11 | |
Should You Be Hiking If You're Scared of Heights? How To Find A Good Mountain Leader, Paul's Journey & More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 7: Why The StairMaster Sucks, Top Training Tips for Beginners, Paul's OCD & More | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:37:18 | |
Why The StairMaster Sucks, Top Training Tips for Beginners, Cold Water Exposure, Tom's legs, Paul's OCD & More. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 8: No Such Thing as a Stupid Question, Aggressive Dogs & Grading Scrambles | 18 Jan 2026 | 00:32:14 | |
8: No Such Thing as a Stupid Question, Aggressive Dogs & Grading Scrambles Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 9: Is It Possible To Overpack? Our Dream Adventures, Saying Hello In The Mountains + More! | 21 Jan 2026 | 00:34:37 | |
9: Is It Possible To Overpack? Our Dream Adventures, Saying Hello In The Mountains + More! Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 10: Why The Grading System Sucks, Hiking as You Get Older, Steroids for Everyone + More | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:42:33 | |
10: Why The Grading System Sucks, Hiking as You Get Older, Steroids for Everyone + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 11: Alex Honnold's Latest Stunt, Surviving on Only Guinness, Our New Studio + More | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:41:26 | |
11: Alex Honnold's Latest Stunt, Surviving on Only Guinness, Our New Studio + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 12: Mountain Rescue Betrayed, Should You Hike When There's a Weather Warning? What's The Solution To Path Erosion? + More | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:36:24 | |
12: Mountain Rescue Betrayed, Should You Hike When There's a Weather Warning? What's The Solution To Path Erosion? + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 13: Buying a Mountain, T-shirt Giveaway, Paul's World Cup Win, Keswick Mountain Festival + More | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:26:25 | |
13: Buying a Mountain, T-shirt Giveaway, Paul's World Cup Win, Keswick Mountain Festival + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 14: When & How to Step In: Helping Strangers in the Mountains | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:30:42 | |
Paul discusses his recent resilience building hike courtesy of a tip from The Hiking Coach and the guys discuss a recent hiker-hiker rescue on Striding Edge while debating when and how to help those who may or may not be in need in the mountains. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 16: Freya Hodson Part 1 - Hiking With a Cat, Women's Safety, Instagram Trolls + More | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:39:24 | |
16: Freya Hodson Part 1 - Hiking With a Cat, Women's Safety, Instagram Trolls, + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 15: Alex Staniforth on Overcoming Anything, Resilience + More | 12 Feb 2026 | 01:06:30 | |
15: Alex Staniforth on Overcoming Anything, Resilience + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 17: With Dan Gawthorpe - Hiking vs Climbing, The Perfect Tinder Match, The Cuillin Ridge + More | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:35:05 | |
17: Dan Gawthorpe - Hiking vs Climbing, The Perfect Tinder Match, The Cuillin Ridge + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 18: With Dan G (Part 2) - Does Working in the Mountains Spoil The Enjoyment? Our First Community Hike & Giveaway + Much More! | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:29:43 | |
18: With Dan G (Part 2) - Does Working in the Mountains Spoil The Enjoyment? Our First Community Hike & Giveaway + Much More! Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 19: The Day the Mountains Became a Courtroom | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:27:14 | |
The guys discuss the potential ramifications of a hikers recent conviction and speculate on the future. Listener Q&A: How can I protect my achilles from high volume hiking? Who would survive the longest on a desert island? Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 20: Hiking Boots vs Trainers: Are We Wearing the Wrong Shoes? | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:29:33 | |
The guys debate what actually is the best footwear for the mountains and different conditions and Laurie talks about his interpretation of danger vs discomfort. Listener Q&A - How do you know items on Vinted aren't fake? The Lakeland Buzzard delivers his first fact. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 21: Freya Hodson Part 2 - Hiking Influencers, Bad Publicity, Women's Hiking Fashion + More | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:51:31 | |
20: Freya Hodson Part 2 - Hiking Influencers, Bad Publicity, Women's Hiking Fashion + More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 22: Has Everest Become Too Easy? It's Not Even The Tallest Mountain?! | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:27:18 | |
The guys discuss Everest and it's changing dynamic, who climbed it first and why it's not necessarily the tallest mountain on earth. Listener Q&A: How should I train if I have an imbalance in my legs? What do you all think of the Munros? Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 23: Raising Mountain Kids With Tamsin & Oscar (Littles and the Lakes) | 12 Mar 2026 | 01:00:51 | |
The guys welcome Tamsin and her son Oscar (who'd finished the Wainwrights by the age of 8) and talk about all things hiking with kids; navigation, motivation, wind, distance, leading by example, normalising women outside and much, much more. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 24: Solo vs Group Hiking: Are We Heading Out Alone Less? | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:24:40 | |
In this episode the guys discuss whether or not the growth in group hikes has had an impact on solo hiking as well as debating the pro's and cons of each. Includes practical advice for those looking to both join a group hike and hike solo. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 25: Conspiracies, Keeping Warm, High Winds & Calling Mountain Rescue | 19 Mar 2026 | 00:32:16 | |
In the episode the guys flow through a range of topics; beginning with conspiracies before moving onto keeping warm in winter, mountain rescue callouts and how preparation matters most. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 26: Visitor Taxes for UK National Parks?! | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:20:33 | |
The guys discuss the implications of introducing a visitor tax to the Lake District and, is Seathwaite the UK's answer to Zion National Park? Listener Q&A: What would you call a new Lake District peak? When will the new scrambling grading system be published? Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 27: Ego vs Safety: Is Summit Fever Pushing Us Past Our Limits? | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:29:46 | |
In this episode the guys discuss decision making in potentially dangerous situations and relive stories of pushing on and/or turning back in a variety of situations. The mountains will always be there. And, Tom drops an unusual fact. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 28: The Mindset of Endurance Hiking + Is Instagram Helping or Hurting? | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:26:22 | |
In this episode the guys answer two listener questions, discussing their own techniques when hiking long distances and whether or not social media has been a good/bad thing for hiking. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 29: Avoiding Group Hike Creeps & Quality vs Qualified Mountain Leaders | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:36:41 | |
Inspired by recent discussions and events, the guys weigh in on how to find safe group hikes, getting blocked by unqualified organisers and raise questions about the mountain leader qualification. Plus: The Lakeland Buzzard delivers his second Interesting Fact of The Week. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 30: Ascending Without Stopping, Music In The Mountains, Dealing With Fear + More | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:31:11 | |
In this episode the guys cover a variety of topics and answer listener questions: Who would cry first in bad weather? What's your weirdest mountain ecounter? What's the worst piece of hiking gear you've bought? Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 31: Is Hiking Hedonistic? Do Ridges Make You A Better Hiker? + Tom's Safety Briefing | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:32:21 | |
31: Is Hiking Hedonistic? Do Ridges Make You A Better Hiker? + Tom's Safety Briefing | |||
| 32: Hiking in Storm Dave, Tom's Wedding & Has Hiking Changed Forever? | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:25:41 | |
The guy's discuss Tom's wedding, hiking in a recent storm - including tips on staying safe - and answer a listener question about whether hiking culture has changed. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 33: How Not To Die On A Mountain: Pt 1 - Pre Planning | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:31:11 | |
Is checking the weather more important than checking the route, or vice versa? Perhaps both are necessary? The guys debate this in part one of a mini-series aimed at preventing worst case scenarios in the mountains. And Paul laughs at Laurie's recent mishap. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 34: How Not To Die On A Mountain: Part 2 - You're Not A Badass Yet. | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:25:44 | |
The guys continue their discussion around mountain safety; covering why hiking is seen as easy, it's coolness, turning back and much more. Plus a listener question: what's better, the journey to the summit or the summit itself? Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 35: Knee Pain & Twisted Ankles: How To Bulletproof Your Body Against Common Mountain Injuries (Part 1) | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:28:08 | |
In these episode the guys discuss how to get your body mountain ready, Paul's recent injury, walking technique and more. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 36: Building Base Fitness, Nutrition & Pacing Mistakes & More | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:27:07 | |
The guys talk about zone 2 hiking, recovery, stretching , nutrition and much, much more. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 37: Are Hikers Carrying Too Much Water? | 30 Apr 2026 | 00:32:34 | |
The guys discuss their hydration strategies, mistakes and more. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 38: The Ghost of Illegal Fly Camping | 05 May 2026 | 00:25:18 | |
In the episode the guys discuss the do's and don'ts of wild camping, share some of their own stories and have an eerie encounter in the studio. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 41: Paving the Lake District: Are We Forgetting What Wild Actually Means? | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:28:16 | |
The guys discuss the new work on Wainwrights C2C path, the implications it might have for the future as well as discussing hidden gems, influencers and answering how they deal with false summits. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 40: Should You Stop Wearing Hiking Boots? | 18 May 2026 | 00:29:48 | |
The guys delve deeper into the great hiking boot debate. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 39: Tom's USA Road Trip, Lake District Bouncers, Navigating Clag & More | 07 May 2026 | 00:29:09 | |
39: Tom's USA Road Trip, Lake District Bouncers, Navigating Clag & More Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 42: Alpine Divorce: Till Summit Do Us Part | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:20:00 | |
In this episode the guys discuss alpine divorce, a man who walked 450km to cool off after an argument and more. Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 43: Will Mountain Rescue Judge Me? How To Know If A Hike Is Boggy & IG Hikers Settling Scores In The Ring + More! | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:19:53 | |
43: Will Mountain Rescue Judge Me? How To Know If A Hike Is Boggy & IG Hikers Settling Scores In The Ring + More! Episode Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are based on personal experience and discussion and are intended for general information and entertainment purposes only. They do not constitute professional, legal, medical, or safety advice. Hiking, mountaineering, and outdoor activities involve inherent risks. Conditions, terrain, fitness levels, experience, and equipment vary from person to person. Listeners are responsible for making their own informed decisions and assessing their own abilities before undertaking any activity discussed. Any references to accidents, incidents, or real events are discussed for educational and conversational purposes, not to assign blame or provide definitive judgments. Always follow local laws, guidance, and safety recommendations, and seek appropriate professional instruction where necessary. | |||
| 44: Hot Dogs & Chatting Wet - We're Back | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:26:16 | |
In this episode the guys discuss all manner of things as they return from their 6 week absence - apologies in advance. | |||
| 45: Conversations on Hikes, Farmer's Fighting Back, Fly Camping & More | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:19:27 | |
45: Conversations on Hikes, Farmer's Fighting Back, Fly Camping & More | |||