Hiking Unfiltered
A show that explores the why, wherefores, and hows of hiking and backpacking. Real, unfiltered talk about trail life.
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Recent Episodes
Nov. 13, 2023
Thank you and goodbye!
This is the end of this adventure (for now). Thank you for supporting the podcast. Thank you for giving me an excuse to talk to so many of you about hiking, growing and living an extraordinary life. Go out and find your adve…
Nov. 6, 2023
Episode #79 - Akehia H2O Jerkins "What kind of healing does hiking provide?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Akehia “H2O” Jerkins, mother of two young kids and avid hiker. They talk about the variety of trails in North Carolina, how she keeps her kids engaged during hikes and she answers a perso…
Oct. 30, 2023
Breast Cancer Awareness ICYMI - Mus Ox - "What does the trail provide?"
To promote and support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this is a rebroadcast of a show recorded in 2022. Mus Ox is currently battling breast cancer, please reach out to her and send your love and light! In this episode Courtn…
Oct. 23, 2023
ICYMI Episode! Mr. Fabulous - What does it take to be fabulous on and off trail?
ICYMI Episode! In this episode Unfiltered talks to Derick Lugo, Author of The Unlikely Thru-Hiker, Host of The Unlikely Stories Podcast, aka Mr. Fabulous. He opens up about how his unexpected thru hike of the Appalachian Tra…
Oct. 16, 2023
Episode #76 - Kathy Elkind "What is wise strength?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Kathy Elkind, author of To Walk It Is To See It. They talk about the luxuries of hiking in Europe, how the “walking culture” is so unique and they answer the question: What is wise streng…
Oct. 9, 2023
Episode #75 - Alison and Lance "What are you doing to become hikers?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Alison Gerrard and Lance Orechovesky. They are married and discovering the joys and benefits of hiking as newbies. They talk about bringing their 3 year old along on hikes, acclimating to…
Oct. 2, 2023
Episode #74 - Terry Repak "How has hiking made you a global citizen?"
In this episode, Courtney talks with Terry Repak, journalist and author of "Circling Home: What I Learned By Living Elsewhere." They talk about the advent of trail names, her experiences hiking in Africa and Switzerland, and…
Sept. 25, 2023
Episode #73 - Jerry "Edison" Glover - How do you choose your own adventure?
In this episode, Courtney talks with Jerry “Edison” Glover. They talk about bike packing (not backpacking), finding his feet in civilian life after 29 years serving in the US Air Force, and they answer the question: How do y…
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