EPISODE · Aug 30, 2025 · 37 MIN
Figuring It Out - Alex "Money Shot" Maier (Part II)
from Hiker Trash Radio · host Bleav + Doc
In this episode, we converse with Alex Maier, a filmmaker, and dedicated hiker. Alex shares his journey from his first thru hike and his profound experience on the PNT in 2015, which led him to a career in outdoor filmmaking. He recounts hair-raising encounters in the wilderness, the influential hikers he has met, and the essential life lessons he gathered from hiking. Alex also discusses his collaborative projects, including documentaries on remarkable figures and extreme hiking and paddling endeavors. The episode dives into his partnership with his wife in their venture, Wilderness Mindset, and the challenges they face documenting their adventures. With eloquent reflections on pushing physical limits and maintaining motivation, Alex offers an inspiring look at the lifestyles of hikers and adventurers. Link to Mississippi Speed Record on Amazon Prime: Mississippi Speed Record Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What this episode covers
Thru hiker and filmmaker Alex "Money Shot" Maier drops into the Hiker Trash Radio studio to talk trail and life's profound moments with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as Money Shot discusses his time on the PNT, the North Country Trail, the CDT, and the Hayduke Trail. Along the way, he discusses his early stubbornness, nervous drivers, cryptids, A Sense of Direction, Freebird, lessons learned, mental maps, acute danger, and his films, including, Figuring It Out on the Hayduke. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)
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Figuring It Out - Alex "Money Shot" Maier (Part II)
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