EPISODE · Nov 26, 2025 · 1H 16M
Bonus Episode - Beyond the Limit with Jacob Pepper!
from Hiker Trash Radio · host Bleav + Doc
In this special ad-free bonus episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc reconnects with thru hiker Jacob Pepper, also known as 'Pepper.' Jacob discusses his expansive hiking career, highlighting his monumental achievement of completing the Eastern Continental Trail (ECT) extended edition. Throughout the episode, Jacob shares the highs and lows of his journey, including covering over 5,800 miles in nine months, tackling the Triple Crown of long-distance hiking, dealing with physical and mystery illnesses, and the emotional and physical toll these adventures took. Additionally, Jacob shares a powerful, deeply personal story about a devastating car accident that nearly took his life and set him on this remarkable path. Listeners are invited to experience the challenges, determination, and triumphs of Jacob's extraordinary hiking life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Triple Crowner and ECT completer Jacob Pepper joins Doc for some studio time to share one of the most epic adventures out there! Settle in and buckle up as Pepper talks about completing the Triple Crown, hiker brain, processing power, hiking from the Keys to Newfoundland, Lucky 13, Yellow Blazing guilt, Blueprint, accountability, powering up with caffeine and death metal, mystery illnesses, fun with poison sumac, Wanderer, and how you can push beyond the limit and do anything. Epic.
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