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The Hiking Podcast
by The Hiking Podcast
The Hiking Podcast is hosted by Tom Smith, a mountain leader; Laurie Crayston, a record-breaking hiker; and Paul Burrow, a self-described average-joe hiker. With over 35 years of combined experience in the mountains, the trio share real stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical advice for hikers of all levels. The conversations are relaxed, honest, and often drift beyond hiking, reflecting the reality of long days on the hill. It’s equal parts insight, humour, and storytelling - three mates talking mountains, miles, and life.
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39: Tom's USA Road Trip, Lake District Bouncers, Navigating Clag & More
39: Tom's USA Road Trip, Lake District Bouncers, Navigating Clag & More
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38: The Ghost of Illegal Fly Camping
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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37: Are Hikers Carrying Too Much Water?
The guys discuss their hydration strategies, mistakes and more.Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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36: Building Base Fitness, Nutrition & Pacing Mistakes & More
The guys talk about zone 2 hiking, recovery, stretching , nutrition and much, much more.Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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35: Knee Pain & Twisted Ankles: How To Bulletproof Your Body Against Common Mountain Injuries (Part 1)
In these episode the guys discuss how to get your body mountain ready, Paul's recent injury, walking technique and more.Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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34: How Not To Die On A Mountain: Part 2 - You're Not A Badass Yet.
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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33: How Not To Die On A Mountain: Pt 1 - Pre Planning
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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32: Hiking in Storm Dave, Tom's Wedding & Has Hiking Changed Forever?
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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31: Is Hiking Hedonistic? Do Ridges Make You A Better Hiker? + Tom's Safety Briefing
31: Is Hiking Hedonistic? Do Ridges Make You A Better Hiker? + Tom's Safety Briefing
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30: Ascending Without Stopping, Music In The Mountains, Dealing With Fear + More
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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29: Avoiding Group Hike Creeps & Quality vs Qualified Mountain Leaders
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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28: The Mindset of Endurance Hiking + Is Instagram Helping or Hurting?
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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27: Ego vs Safety: Is Summit Fever Pushing Us Past Our Limits?
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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26: Visitor Taxes for UK National Parks?!
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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25: Conspiracies, Keeping Warm, High Winds & Calling Mountain Rescue
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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24: Solo vs Group Hiking: Are We Heading Out Alone Less?
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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23: Raising Mountain Kids With Tamsin & Oscar (Littles and the Lakes)
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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22: Has Everest Become Too Easy? It's Not Even The Tallest Mountain?!
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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21: Freya Hodson Part 2 - Hiking Influencers, Bad Publicity, Women's Hiking Fashion + More
20: Freya Hodson Part 2 - Hiking Influencers, Bad Publicity, Women's Hiking Fashion + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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20: Hiking Boots vs Trainers: Are We Wearing the Wrong Shoes?
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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19: The Day the Mountains Became a Courtroom
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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18: With Dan G (Part 2) - Does Working in the Mountains Spoil The Enjoyment? Our First Community Hike & Giveaway + Much More!
18: With Dan G (Part 2) - Does Working in the Mountains Spoil The Enjoyment? Our First Community Hike & Giveaway + Much More!Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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17: With Dan Gawthorpe - Hiking vs Climbing, The Perfect Tinder Match, The Cuillin Ridge + More
17: Dan Gawthorpe - Hiking vs Climbing, The Perfect Tinder Match, The Cuillin Ridge + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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16: Freya Hodson Part 1 - Hiking With a Cat, Women's Safety, Instagram Trolls + More
16: Freya Hodson Part 1 - Hiking With a Cat, Women's Safety, Instagram Trolls, + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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15: Alex Staniforth on Overcoming Anything, Resilience + More
15: Alex Staniforth on Overcoming Anything, Resilience + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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14: When & How to Step In: Helping Strangers in the Mountains
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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13: Buying a Mountain, T-shirt Giveaway, Paul's World Cup Win, Keswick Mountain Festival + More
13: Buying a Mountain, T-shirt Giveaway, Paul's World Cup Win, Keswick Mountain Festival + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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12: Mountain Rescue Betrayed, Should You Hike When There's a Weather Warning? What's The Solution To Path Erosion? + More
12: Mountain Rescue Betrayed, Should You Hike When There's a Weather Warning? What's The Solution To Path Erosion? + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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11: Alex Honnold's Latest Stunt, Surviving on Only Guinness, Our New Studio + More
11: Alex Honnold's Latest Stunt, Surviving on Only Guinness, Our New Studio + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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10: Why The Grading System Sucks, Hiking as You Get Older, Steroids for Everyone + More
10: Why The Grading System Sucks, Hiking as You Get Older, Steroids for Everyone + MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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9: Is It Possible To Overpack? Our Dream Adventures, Saying Hello In The Mountains + More!
9: Is It Possible To Overpack? Our Dream Adventures, Saying Hello In The Mountains + More!Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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8: No Such Thing as a Stupid Question, Aggressive Dogs & Grading Scrambles
8: No Such Thing as a Stupid Question, Aggressive Dogs & Grading ScramblesEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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7: Why The StairMaster Sucks, Top Training Tips for Beginners, Paul's OCD & More
Why The StairMaster Sucks, Top Training Tips for Beginners, Cold Water Exposure, Tom's legs, Paul's OCD & More.Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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6: Should You Be Hiking If You're Scared of Heights? Find A Good Mountain Leader, Paul's Journey
Should You Be Hiking If You're Scared of Heights? How To Find A Good Mountain Leader, Paul's Journey & MoreEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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5: Who Wants a Cupcake? Meeting New People, Wainwrights Ashes, Hidden Gems, Mountain Leaders & More
00:15 Meeting new people06:30 Wainwrights ashes10:30 Hidden gems and hypocrites14:30 Stone circles and the Peak District Viking17:00 Right to roam 21:20 Tourist tax and honeypots26:30 Erosion34:30 Hardknott pass in the ice36:00 Night navigation and old school mountain leaders40:30 Hiking is cool now45:30 Trekking with Tom & The Geordie HikersEpisode DisclaimerThe 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.
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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
01:15 Rain for days02:15 Paul's love of Coldplay03:20 Getting Oasis tickets08:20 Which Oasis brother are we getting on the podcast?09:30 Unfollowing Rat12: 40 April Fool's16:00 Losing a filling on Catbells, glass eye's and hand attachments21:00 Bee stings on windy days22:30 Giving it big en's when you ain't got sh*t29:45 You can't wave your life away32:15 Listener Q&A: What's one upgrade most people should make to their gear? What's the most important piece of hiking gear?Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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3: Everybody Poops, How Much Water Do You Really Need on a Hike & How To Train For The Downhilll
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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2: What To Do When You're Caught in Fog + Our Top 5 Hiking Gear Essentials (What We Actually Use)
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 DisclaimerThe 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.
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1: Welcome To The Hiking Podcast - Intro Episode
The guys introduce themselves and the show.Episode DisclaimerThe 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.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Hiking Podcast is hosted by Tom Smith, a mountain leader; Laurie Crayston, a record-breaking hiker; and Paul Burrow, a self-described average-joe hiker. With over 35 years of combined experience in the mountains, the trio share real stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical advice for hikers of all levels. The conversations are relaxed, honest, and often drift beyond hiking, reflecting the reality of long days on the hill. It’s equal parts insight, humour, and storytelling - three mates talking mountains, miles, and life.
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